On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, Gee's Clippers and Anthem Blue Cross BlueShield joined with Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and Gee's Clippers owner Gaulien "Gee" Smith (at podium) for the grand-opening of Gee's Milwaukee Wellness Clinic, located in Gee's Clippers, 2220 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The clinic will be available to customers every Thursday, Friday and … [Read more...] about Gee’s Clippers and Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield launch free clinic to support men’s health in Milwaukee
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Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church celebrates Black History Month by honoring local community leaders
On Sunday February 23, 2020, Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church hosted their annual Black History Month celebration at 4057 N. Mayfair Road. As part of their celebration Mt. Ephraim honors local community leaders who have strive to make Milwaukee a better place. This year's honorees includes City of Milwaukee's Office of Violence Prevention Director Reggie Moore; Milwaukee County … [Read more...] about Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church celebrates Black History Month by honoring local community leaders
Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates Black History Month with ‘Reverberation’
On Saturday, February 28, 2020, the Northcott Neighborhood House celebrated Black History Month with a musical event, "Reverberation," at 2460 North 6th Street. The theatrical event highlighted Milwaukee's youth through their talent, musicianship and drama performances to spread positivity happening in Milwaukee's urban community. The students featured music by icons like … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House celebrates Black History Month with ‘Reverberation’
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School presents 25th Annual African American Male and Female Teach-In
On Friday, February 21, 2020, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School hosted their annual celebration of "25+ Years of African American Male and Female Teach-In," at the school, 3256 N. 3rd Street. This year's program was called,"It Still Takes a Village," and spoke to the need of the Milwaukee community and this nation to begin nurturing a generation of youth to be prepared for … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School presents 25th Annual African American Male and Female Teach-In
‘Disney’s The Lion King’ cast members to host wellness workshop for MPS students
On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, Sean Aaron Carmon (right photo, right), cast member from "Disney's The Lion King" visited Milwaukee Public Schools' Engleburg Public School, 5100 N. 91st Street. The visit was part of "The Lion King's Get Up and Go Workshop," which promotes fun ways that kids can lead healthier lifestyles though dance, inspired by the show's Tony Award-winning … [Read more...] about ‘Disney’s The Lion King’ cast members to host wellness workshop for MPS students
Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
On Saturday, February 15, 2020, Milwaukee Recreation, Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative, and The Social Development Commission hosted the 17th Annual Daddy/ Daughter Dance at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St. This year's dance hosted more than 1,000 fathers with their daughters, dressed in their best attire. The evening began with a dinner, followed by the dance … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation hosts 17th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
Milwaukee Urban League Guild share the love of reading with Auer Ave. students
On Friday, February 14, 2020, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and the Milwaukee Urban League Guild (MULG) launched a brand new community services initiative called, "If You Love Me, Let Me Read to You!" The program was spearheaded by MUL President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall (center), and launched at Auer Avenue School, 2319 W. Auer Ave., with the help of Auer Ave. school … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League Guild share the love of reading with Auer Ave. students
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosts ‘Pink Goes Red for Heart Health’
On Friday, February 7, 2020, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority Inc./Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter honored national "Wear Red Day" and kept their hearts healthy by hosting an evening of line dancing, "Pink Goes Red for Heart Health." Members of the sorority and the community got their heart rates up in an effort to live healthy life styles. This event was free and open … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosts ‘Pink Goes Red for Heart Health’
Black Lens presents ‘Black Women Behind the Lens’ panel
On Saturday, February 8, 2020, Milwaukee Film's Black Lens celebrated Black History Month with an all-female panel discussion at Nō Studios, 1037 West McKinley Ave. This year's Black History celebration focuses on the unique voice of women of color, both behind the camera and in front of it. The panel discussion featured four national, up-and--coming, Black female directors for … [Read more...] about Black Lens presents ‘Black Women Behind the Lens’ panel
Clement J. Zablocki VA Center hosts ’21st Annual Salute to the African American Veteran’
On Friday, February 7, 2020, the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center hosted its "21st Annual Salute to the African American Veteran," at the Medical Center, 5000 W. National Ave. The recognition ceremony was part of the center's Black History month program. This year's theme was, " Trials and Triumphs: Balancing the Journey from Soldier to Citizen in an Uneven World." This … [Read more...] about Clement J. Zablocki VA Center hosts ’21st Annual Salute to the African American Veteran’