On Monday, May 17, 2021, former National Basketball Association player and Milwaukee native Mike Taylor (right) and his Taylor-Made Foundation MKE presented "The Essential Needs Assist," a fresh food items and mental health awareness event. The event provided more than 2,000 boxes of food including produce, milk, meat and more for local residents. On hand to help hand out … [Read more...] about Taylor-Made Foundation MKE hosts The Essential Needs Assist
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Ascension’s Blanket of Love hosts ‘Walk Through Baby Shower’
On Friday, April 16, 2021, Ascension Healthcare's Blanket of Love program hosted a "Walk Through Baby Shower" at Ebenezer Church of God in Christ, 3232 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The event was for expecting mothers or those who have recently delivered up to the age of 3 months. Those who attended were able to get information, sign up for services, and receive free … [Read more...] about Ascension’s Blanket of Love hosts ‘Walk Through Baby Shower’
MCSO and Community Partners Host Drive-Thru Drug Take-Back and Clean-Up Day
On Saturday, April 24, 2021, The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, The Milwaukee Police Department District 3, Milwaukee County Parks, Safe & Sound, and the We Care Crew invited the community to join them in cleaning up Johnson Park, 1919 W. Fond du Lac Ave., in discarding unused prescription and/or over-the-counter medications as part of the National Prescription Drug … [Read more...] about MCSO and Community Partners Host Drive-Thru Drug Take-Back and Clean-Up Day
Big Daddy’s BBQ hosts Black Out Pop Up Event
On Saturday, May 1, 2021, Big Daddy's BBQ and Soul Food Restaurant, 2730 N. Humboldt Blvd., hosted a "Black Out Pop Up." The monthly event celebrates and lifts all people of color, artists, and communities in Milwaukee. The Pop Up included vendors, community resources, free food, giveaways, live music, and a free bike to the first 25 kids. Pictured at the event are … [Read more...] about Big Daddy’s BBQ hosts Black Out Pop Up Event
AKA Day at the Derby goes virtual
In celebration of the Kentucky Derby, the members of the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., hosted their annual fundraising event "AKA Day at the Derby". This year, there's a little twist as the event went totally VIRTUAL. This one-of-a-kind Derby Experience serves as the major fundraiser for the Foundation's scholarships and community … [Read more...] about AKA Day at the Derby goes virtual
WAAW Center hosts annual Hat and Fashion Show
From Friday, March 26 to Sunday, March 28, 2021, the Wisconsin African American Women's (WAAW) Center, LTD. hosted its "Annual Hat Fashion Show Fundraiser" at their center, 3020 W. Vliet St. The show featured more than 180 gorgeous new and used hats, as well as headbands and handbags at very affordable prices. Some of the hats were donated from the late Vernita Lee's (Oprah … [Read more...] about WAAW Center hosts annual Hat and Fashion Show
Jeannie Holliday returns to Milwaukee for Black History Month concert
On Friday, February 5, 2021, Jeannie Holliday (right) performed in Milwaukee at a special Black History Month concert at On The Bayou Restaurant. Jeannie, a Chicago native who has traveled the world, loves performing in Milwaukee and considers it home, as she has family here and as we have "the most sincere audiences in the nation." Jeannie has opened shows for the likes of … [Read more...] about Jeannie Holliday returns to Milwaukee for Black History Month concert
Bishop E. Lewis celebrates his 93rd birthday
Bishop E. Lewis (left photo, front right) celebrated his 93rd birthday with a festive dinner featuring Southern cooking on Saturday, March 25, 2021, in Milwaukee with his daughters (bottom photo, from left): Narcisia Edie Bland, Sarah Lewis, Harry Lewis, Jr., Harry Lewis, III, Carol Lewis and Leenail Lewis. Bishop Lewis was born in Glen Allen, Mississippi in 1927. He relocated … [Read more...] about Bishop E. Lewis celebrates his 93rd birthday
Guns Down Miltown hosts All-City Pop Up and Neighborhood Clean Up Day
On Friday, March 12, 2021, Guns Down Miltown hosted "Guns Down Miltown All-City Pop Up and #cleanupMKE Neighborhood Cleanup Day," throughout the city of Milwaukee. Residents were encouraged to form cleaning groups (like this one at Victory Over Violence Garden on MLK Dr.) to help pick up trash and clean up around the city. … [Read more...] about Guns Down Miltown hosts All-City Pop Up and Neighborhood Clean Up Day
MKE Black event supports Black-owned food trucks
On Saturday, February 20, 2021, MKE Black, a community service organization that aims to celebrate and promote Black business, events, culture, and advancement in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, hosted a "Black-owned food truck block party," at 3356 N. Holton St. The food trucks present at the block party included Blue Magic Food Truck, Africa's Finest Cuisine, Bebe's Food Truck, Bronze … [Read more...] about MKE Black event supports Black-owned food trucks