On Tuesday, August 17, 2019, the Center Street Marketplace BID 39 hosted the 2nd Annual Shop Center Street Day at 35th and Center Street (large lot on the northside of the street). The event was geared towards raising awareness of the small businesses on Center street from 35th street to 60th street. There are more than 95 operating businesses that need support from the … [Read more...] about Center Street Marketplace BID 39 hosts 2nd Annual Shop Center Street
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W.I.N.G.S. International hosts annual Peace Rally Picnic
On August 24, 2019, Working to Inspire, Nurture and Growing for Service (W.I.N.G.S.) International hosted their annual "Peace Rally Picnic," at Lindbergh Park, 3629 North 16th St. The event included free food, face painting, free book bags filled with school supplies, jump houses, the reading of the "Wall of Pain" and the "Jericho Walk of Faith." The annual rally and picnic is … [Read more...] about W.I.N.G.S. International hosts annual Peace Rally Picnic
America’s Black Holocaust Museum welcomes new President and CEO Dr. Robert M. Davis
The Dr. James Cameron Legacy Foundation is pleased to announce that Dr. Robert “Bert” Davis has been selected as the new President and CEO of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM). Dr. Davis stepped into his new role on Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Dr. Davis assumes leadership on the eve of the reopening of the beloved museum, which closed in 2008, two years after the passing … [Read more...] about America’s Black Holocaust Museum welcomes new President and CEO Dr. Robert M. Davis
Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce ’20th Annual Men Who Cook’
On Saturday, September 7, 2019, the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce presented the "20th Annual Men Who Cook/ Dads Who Cook," held at McGovern Park Senior Center, 4500 W. Custer Ave. The event was co-sponsored by My Father's House. This year "Men Who Cook" celebrated 20 years of delicious competition with more than 20 participants in three categories: appetizers, entrées and … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce ’20th Annual Men Who Cook’
Former infielder/outfielder Bill Hall to retire as a Brewer
On Thursday, September 5, 2019, infielder/outfielder Bill Hall (right) officially announced his retirement as a Brewer during a press conference held at Miller Park. "I was just a small town boy with Major League dreams," said Hall. "The Brewers gave me an opportunity to live those dreams. The organization and fans welcomed me like family, and that is what we became. … [Read more...] about Former infielder/outfielder Bill Hall to retire as a Brewer
Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club welcomes MPS students back to school
On Tuesday, September 3, 2019, The Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club (MNSRC) welcomed students back to school at two separate Milwaukee Public School locations – Brown Street Academy, 2029 North 20th St. and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School, 3275 North 3rd St. Club members welcomed students to the first day of the 2019-20 school year with "highfives;" welcomed … [Read more...] about Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club welcomes MPS students back to school
United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County aims to end family homelessness by 2025
On Thursday, August 29, 2019, United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County announced it is targeting to end family homelessness in the region by 2025. The new initiative was unveiled Thursday at United Way’s annual community campaign kickoff at Miller Park, where the organization also announced its campaign goal of $55 million. The new five-year initiative, called … [Read more...] about United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County aims to end family homelessness by 2025
AABN celebrates Black Breastfeeding Week with exclusive showing of ‘Chocolate Milk: The Documentary’
On Thursday, August 29, 2019, the African American Breastfeeding Networks, Inc. (AABN) presented the film "Chocolate Milk: The Documentary," at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society, 2620 W. Center St. Milwaukee was one of 200 cities in the country to be selected to show this ground-breaking documentary. The film examines how the socioeconomic factors of race and sex influence … [Read more...] about AABN celebrates Black Breastfeeding Week with exclusive showing of ‘Chocolate Milk: The Documentary’
Milwaukee Urban League fills backpacks for ‘Stuff the Bag’ event
On Tuesday, July 30, 2019, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) staff, the MUL Guild, and the MUL Young Professionals teamed together with Merrill Lynch Financial Advisors for a "Stuff the Bags" back-to-school service project. The volunteers filled more than 140 backpacks to be distributed to schools in MUL's neighborhood schools program, including OW Holmes, Auer Avenue, Carver … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League fills backpacks for ‘Stuff the Bag’ event
North Sunrise Rotary Club hosts breakfast at Saint Ann’s
On Thursday July 11, 2019, the Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club started their new year with breakfast at St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. The breakfast commemorated the first day of service for new president Dr. Willie Hart as well as the start of their new fiscal year. The club welcomed new members as well as discussed plans for … [Read more...] about North Sunrise Rotary Club hosts breakfast at Saint Ann’s