On Saturday, February 1, 2025, St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care hosted the annual Indaba African Ball at St. Ann Center Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. Guests dressed in African and Caribbean-style attire walked the runway and enjoyed food and festivities at the event, kicking off Black History Month. There was live music, a basket raffle and an African marketplace, … [Read more...] about St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care hosts Indaba African Ball
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Milwaukee Board of Supervisors celebrates Black History Month with program showcasing ‘African Americans and Labor’
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors held its annual Black History Month celebration during the February board meeting on Thursday, February 6, 2025, The meeting was kicked off with a program coordinated by the Board of Supervisors’ Black Caucus, in line with this year’s national theme of “African Americans and Labor.” It included a traditional libation ceremony and the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Board of Supervisors celebrates Black History Month with program showcasing ‘African Americans and Labor’
Happy 88th birthday, Ben Johnson
On Friday, January 31, 2025, Ben Johnson (center, seated) celebrated his 88th birthday with family and friends at the home of Jim and Diane Milner. It was a time for reminiscing about the good old days, watching the Bucks game, and eating good food. … [Read more...] about Happy 88th birthday, Ben Johnson
Community Impact Awards: $16,000 donated to empower Milwaukee organizations
The Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc., in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® - Epsilon Kappa Omega chapter, kicked off the new year by giving back in a big way. The partnership hostied the Community Impact Awards at Brown Deer High School on Saturday, January 11, 2025. The event celebrated service, fostered community collaboration, and highlighted … [Read more...] about Community Impact Awards: $16,000 donated to empower Milwaukee organizations
MLK Scholarships Milwaukee presents scholarships and award in special service
On Sunday, January 12, 2025, MLK Scholarships Milwaukee held its 49th annual scholarship award service at Hephatha Lutheran Church, 1720 W. Locust St. This year's essay theme was “You can kill the dreamer but you can’t kill the dream.” Congregation members, families and friends from 7 churches and 15 student candidates attended the award service and heard the winning essays. … [Read more...] about MLK Scholarships Milwaukee presents scholarships and award in special service
Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla
Felix Mantilla, one of the few surviving members of Milwaukee’s only World Series championship, himself a champion of youth baseball in the city, died on Friday, January 10, 2025. “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Felix Mantilla, an iconic figure in Milwaukee who was an inspiration to all of us in the Milwaukee baseball community,” the Brewers said in a … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla
Linda Bishop celebrates 70th birthday
Linda Bishop celebrated her 70th birthday at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milwaukee. The party was an unforgettable celebration, filled with love and joy, thanks to the wonderful “friends” and family who gathered to mark this special milestone. The food was a highlight, with a delightful spread that satisfied everyone’s tastebuds and kept the laughter flowing. The DJ brought back … [Read more...] about Linda Bishop celebrates 70th birthday
King Center celebrates MLK Day in Milwaukee with ‘We Are The Change’
On Monday, January 20, 2025, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Day was celebrated at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center which held its annual event for the 49th year. There were songs, drums by Drums Up & Guns Down, and skits that were preformed by Voice of the Fatherless Child. Through the arts and acts of service, people in Milwaukee and the MLK Center are … [Read more...] about King Center celebrates MLK Day in Milwaukee with ‘We Are The Change’
The legacy of Dr. King is celebrated at ’24th Annual King Fest’
On Monday, January 20, 2025, the Wisconsin Black Historical Museum, 2620 W. Center St., hosted the 24th Annual “King Fest” celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Each year, the celebration continues to grow and inspire community residents, civic officials, and youth to take time out and reflect upon the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The “King … [Read more...] about The legacy of Dr. King is celebrated at ’24th Annual King Fest’
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter Honors Dr. King with “We Are One” Service Day
On Monday, January 20, 2025, members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®(AKA), Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter gathered in unity to commemorate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by transforming a day off into a “day on” of service to the community. The event was chaired by Bianca Willingham along with Felita Daniels Ashley and Crissi Bates. … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter Honors Dr. King with “We Are One” Service Day