On Sunday, October 13, 2019, JWM Productions presented the "Off the Shelf Book Club Authors Awards Luncheon," at the Hilton Garden Inn Park Place Convention Center, 11600 W. Park Place. The event is the brainchild or former WNOV "Off the Shelf Book Club" radio show host Jennifer Washington McMurray (inset), a native of Milwaukee, who now hosts the show as a podcast out of … [Read more...] about ‘Off the Shelf Book Club’ podcast hosts premiere author awards in home town
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Molina Healthcare hosts 13th Annual Community Champions Awards
On Thursday, October 17, 2019, Molina Healthcare hosted its thirteenth annual Community Champions Awards program at the Renaissance Place, 1451 N. Prospect Ave. The program was created in 2006 to honor and bring together people whose leadership, volunteerism, and public advocacy embody the spirit of service and community. Winners each receive a $3,000 grant for the nonprofit … [Read more...] about Molina Healthcare hosts 13th Annual Community Champions Awards
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Master Stylist Epsilon Kappa Omega chapter presents Breast Health Day at St. Ann’s Center
On Saturday, October 12, 2019, The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter presented Breast Health Day at St. Anns Center for Intergenerational Care Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. The free community event featured Froedtert Memorial Hospital and Medical College of Wisconsin Surgical Oncology professor Dr. Alonzo Walker, MD, FACS who discussed … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Master Stylist Epsilon Kappa Omega chapter presents Breast Health Day at St. Ann’s Center
Milwaukee Urban League and Merrill Lynch host Career Night & Networking event
On Thursday, October 10, 2019, the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and Merrill Lynch-Milwaukee hosted a career night and networking event at the Merrill Lynch offices, 833 E. Michigan St. The event highlighted Merrill Lynch's Financial Advisor Development Program (FADP). Merrill Lynch has a long history of hiring, training, developing and successfully graduating some of the most … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League and Merrill Lynch host Career Night & Networking event
National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences honors local journalists and media personalities
On Sunday, October 13, 2019, The Chicago/Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences hosted the 2019 Silver Circle Honors at the Italian Conference Center, 631, E. Chicago Ave. The event honored local journalists and media personalities who have made a great impact in both journalism and their communities during the past 25 years. The event was … [Read more...] about National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences honors local journalists and media personalities
Antoine Sr. and Cynthia Reasby mark 25th Wedding Anniversary
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, Antoine Sr. and Cynthia Reasby (left photo) celebrated their silver wedding anniversary at Holy Redeemer Institutional Church of God in Christ, 3500 West Mother Daniels Way. The Reasbys marked 25 years of marriage with a vow renewal and a grand dinner reception afterwards with children and grandchildren, other family, church family and friends. … [Read more...] about Antoine Sr. and Cynthia Reasby mark 25th Wedding Anniversary
Family and friends honor memory of Community Journal’s Jimmy Johnson
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, the Milwaukee Community Journal hosted a balloon releasing party in honor of their late Account Representative Jimmy V. Johnson at the MCJ offices. Co-workers, family members and friends joined together and released white, black and gold balloons in his memory. Later that day, attendees met at Aria Banquet Hall, 5444 W. Fond Du Lac Ave. to … [Read more...] about Family and friends honor memory of Community Journal’s Jimmy Johnson
WTMJ4 launches new feature program, ‘WTMJ2020’
On Monday September 30, 2019, WTMJ Channel 4 rolled out a new signature event called "WTMJ 2020" at Potawatomi's Northern Lights Theater. The event presented different panels that focus on various topics of discussion with a number of news makers. Topic included sports, religion, politics, news, trends and issues that will shape the coming year. It aired live on WTMJ, and in … [Read more...] about WTMJ4 launches new feature program, ‘WTMJ2020’
Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts annual meeting to discuss King Drive in 2020
On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, the Historic King Drive BID #8 hosted its annual meeting at the Jewels Caribbean Restaurant, 2230 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss BID #8's plans for the King Drive business district in 2020. The event was also a chance for business and community leaders to network and develop new relationships. … [Read more...] about Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts annual meeting to discuss King Drive in 2020
SDC hosts Women in Trades Lunch and Learn
On Thursday, September 26, 2019, the Social Development Commission (SDC) hosted a Lunch and Learn for Women in Trades, at their facility on 1730 W. North Ave. This women-only session was focused on women looking to start or to further their careers in the construction industry, and for more information on training opportunities. Presenters at the event included SDC Workforce … [Read more...] about SDC hosts Women in Trades Lunch and Learn