On Wednesday, October 28, 2020, the City of Milwaukee Office of Workforce Development hosted North Side and North West Side "Drive-Thru Job Fairs," for Milwaukee job seekers looking for immediate employment opportunities. The job fairs focused on neighborhoods within the 1st, 2nd, 5th, and 9th Aldermanic Districts, all which have been hit hard by COVID-19. All attendees … [Read more...] about Workforce Development hosts North Side and North West Side drive-thru job fairs
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SBA regional administrator to meet Milwaukee Micro-entrepreneurs
On Wednesday, October 28, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration's Great Lakes Regional Administrator Rob Scott (2nd from right) made several stops in Milwaukee to visit businesses assisted by SBA economic relief programs and the SBA's Program for Investment in Micro-entrepreneurs (PRIME) grants. One of those entrepreneurs who has been helped by the grant is Jason … [Read more...] about SBA regional administrator to meet Milwaukee Micro-entrepreneurs
Voices Against Violence Coalition says ‘Put the Guns Down’ in new video
On Saturday, October 31, 2020, Voices Against Violence Coalition, Milwaukee Coalition Against Hate, and Peace for Change Alliance, Inc., met in McGovern Park, 5400 N. 51st Blvd., for a video shoot for an anti-gun hip hop/rap video entitled, "Put'em Down (Put the Guns Down)" The video was created by the Milwaukee Coalition Against Hate to educate youth that there is an … [Read more...] about Voices Against Violence Coalition says ‘Put the Guns Down’ in new video
Milwaukee Urban League celebrates Halloween at Auer Avenue Elementary School
On Friday, October 30, 2020, the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) helped the students of Auer Avenue Elementary School, 2319 W. Auer Ave., celebrate Halloween in a safe way. Students were greeted by school Principal Dr. Zanetta Walker; her staff; MUL President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall; and MUL volunteers dressed for a "Halloween Munch & Learn" during a drive-through … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League celebrates Halloween at Auer Avenue Elementary School
Outreach Community Health Centers hosts ‘Walk-Through Baby Shower’
On Thursday, October 29, 2020, Outreach Community Health Centers' Prenatal Care Coordination (PNCC) hosted a "Walk-Through Baby Shower," for pregnant mothers and those who have recently delivered, at their offices, 210 W. Capitol Drive. Expectant and new moms came through one at a time and with masks to receive free gift bags filled with baby items. The event was … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers hosts ‘Walk-Through Baby Shower’
Paradise Memorial Funeral Home hosts ‘Free Food Distribution Giveaway’
On Saturday, October 31, 2020, Paradise Memorial Funeral and Cremation Services, along with Westside Church and Ionic Consistory #70, hosted a "Free Food Distribution Giveaway." at Paradise Memorial, 7625 W. Appleton Ave. Boxes of free food and gallons of fresh milk were handed out to those who drove up, first come, first served. Pictured are Paradise Memorial President Dr. … [Read more...] about Paradise Memorial Funeral Home hosts ‘Free Food Distribution Giveaway’
Unite 4 Democracy presents ‘Pack the Polls Car Parade’
On Saturday, October 24, 2020, Unite 4 Democracy hosted "Pack the Polls," a non-partisan event held in more than 20 communities across Wisconsin. The Milwaukee locations included Midtown Mall, 5700 Capitol Dr.; Washington Park, Corner of Lisbon Ave. and Lloyd St.; and Clinton Rose Senior Center, 3045 N. Dr. MLK, Jr. Dr. Volunteers, community organizations, like Souls to the … [Read more...] about Unite 4 Democracy presents ‘Pack the Polls Car Parade’
Daniels-Mardak Boys and Girls Club host ‘Grocery Giveaway’
On Saturday, October 24, 2020, the Daniels-Mardak Boys and Girls Club, 4834 N. 35th St., hosted a "Grocery Giveaway." The event featured the distribution of food boxes and other items to families in need during the pandemic. Residents were asked to meet in the parking lot of the club and were encouraged to wear their masks. There were 16 pallets of food and milk to distribute … [Read more...] about Daniels-Mardak Boys and Girls Club host ‘Grocery Giveaway’
African Diaspora Council hosts 4th Annual School Supply Drive
On Friday, October 9, 2020, the African Diaspora Council (ADC, formerly the African American Faculty and Staff Council) of the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee held a presentation for their annual school supply drive. The ADC asked teachers and staff at UWM to bring in school supplies to donate to local schools for their students. This year's supplies were donated to … [Read more...] about African Diaspora Council hosts 4th Annual School Supply Drive
Jay-Z’s Team ROC holds rally for Alvin Cole at Wauwatosa’s Hart Park
On Thursday, October 15, 2020, Jay-Z's social justice group Team ROC hosted a rally for the three victims of Wauwatosa police officer Joseph Mensah; Alvin Cole, Jay Anderson, Jr., and Antonio Gonzales at Hart Park, 7300 W. Chestnut St. Team ROC partnered with Until Freedom, and Gathering for Justice organized the rally for the family of Alvin Cole to bring attention to the … [Read more...] about Jay-Z’s Team ROC holds rally for Alvin Cole at Wauwatosa’s Hart Park