On Saturday, October 5, 2019, the Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club and Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Services hosted a Veterans Clothing Drive at Fox Point Farmers Market North Shore Congregational Church, 7300 N. Santa Monica. The Rotary Club collected new and gently used warm coats and jackets, hats, gloves, scarves, boots, and any other winter clothing for men and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club hosts Veterans Clothing Drive
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America’s Black Holocaust Museum board hosts luncheon for film maker
On Thursday, October 31, 2019, The America's Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) Board of Directors hosted its first official luncheon since the reopening of the museum earlier this fall at 401 West North Ave. As part of the Milwaukee Film Festival Black Lens, African Black Holocaust Museum was the community sponsor of Jacqueline Olive’s film “Always in Season.” To celebrate this … [Read more...] about America’s Black Holocaust Museum board hosts luncheon for film maker
Top Ladies Of Distinction, Inc. hosts Top Teens of America induction ceremony
On Saturday, November 9, 2019, the Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. (TLOD) Milwaukee Chapter presented the induction ceremony of their 2019 Top Teens of America (TTA) at St. Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1616 W. Atkinson Ave. Top Teens of America (TTA) provides all teens, regardless of their ethnic or socio-economic status, the opportunity to receive extracurricular … [Read more...] about Top Ladies Of Distinction, Inc. hosts Top Teens of America induction ceremony
Monumental MBC celebrates Pastor and First Lady’s 20th Year Anniversary
Saturday, November 2, 2019, Monumental Missionary Baptist Church celebrated the 20th Year Anniversary of their Pastor Roy C. Watson, and First Lady Sharon Watson (left photo) , at Meyer’s Restaurant & Banquet Hall, 4260 S. 76th St. Pastor and First Lady Watson were joined by their family, friends and church family at an elegant "Black & White Gala." Besides … [Read more...] about Monumental MBC celebrates Pastor and First Lady’s 20th Year Anniversary
Zion Hill MBC hosts 2nd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Luncheon
On Sunday, November 10, 2019, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church hosted their 2nd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Luncheon at the church, 1825 W. Hampton Ave. The luncheon was co-sponsored by the American Legion Post 470 and the Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. The keynote speaker for the event was Dr. Darrell Williams, Administrator of the Division of Emergency Management … [Read more...] about Zion Hill MBC hosts 2nd Annual Veterans Day Recognition Luncheon
Victory Temple Church and MLK Community Center hosts Cut & Tie Job and Health Fair
On Saturday, November 9, 2019, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosted Cut & Tie Job and Health Fair, at the center located at 1531 W. Vliet St. The event was held for underprivileged men in the Milwaukee area and offered mock interviews, resume assistance, free hair cuts and shaves, free ties and housing resources, as well as health insurance information … [Read more...] about Victory Temple Church and MLK Community Center hosts Cut & Tie Job and Health Fair
North Central Service Club 2019 Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon
On Sunday, November 10, 2019, the North Central Service Club, Inc. (NCSC) hosted their Annual Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North, 8900 North Kildeer Court. The luncheon featured a silent auction and a fashion show, which showcased fashions provided by Gg Collections Boutique, 5201 West North Ave. and AJ Ugent Furs, 8333 W. Capitol … [Read more...] about North Central Service Club 2019 Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon
Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Lunch and Learn’ on county budget
On Friday, November 1, 2019, the Milwaukee Urban League hosted a "Lunch and Learn" at the Milwaukee Urban League offices, 435 West North Ave. The topic of this "Lunch and Learn" was, "2020 City of Milwaukee-County Budgets Overview and Q&A." The informative program discussed what goes into making an annual city or county budget. From research to ratification, attendees … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Lunch and Learn’ on county budget
Milwaukee honors the legacy of the late Mildred Harpole
On Saturday, November 2, 2019, the Wisconsin Black Historical Society and Museum hosted a special memorial celebration/repast honoring the life and works of Mildred Harpole (inset) at the Museum on 2620 W. Center St. Many community organizations, religious leaders, politicians, and close friends came out to share their stories and give tributes about one of Milwaukee's tireless … [Read more...] about Milwaukee honors the legacy of the late Mildred Harpole
Men Moving Forward presents 2019 prostate health education event
On Saturday, November 2, 2019, Men Moving Forward presented a prostate health education event at Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, 3456 N. 38th St. Men Moving Forward is a support group for African American men who have survived prostate cancer. The event served to help educate African American men about the diagnosis, treatment, and support for how to deal with prostate … [Read more...] about Men Moving Forward presents 2019 prostate health education event