On Friday, September 7, 2018, Iconomy Multi-Media and best selling author and sports legend Kareem Abdul-Jabar (back row, left) brought his hit one-man show "Becoming Kareem" to the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts Uihlein Hall in downtown Milwaukee. This was a homecoming for Kareem, as he had started his professional basketball career with the Milwaukee Bucks. The show … [Read more...] about Kareem Abdul-Jabar returns to Milwaukee with one-man show, ‘Becoming Kareem’
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America Works Wisconsin hands our more than 400 suits
On Tuesday, August 28r 2018, young men and adults got dressed for success. America Works Wisconsin handed out more than 400 suits for people looking for jobs. Alderman Russell Stamper said new suits give people confidence when they are applying and interviewing for jobs. ''We're teaching success here. We have every opportunity. There's no excuse for anybody not to have a … [Read more...] about America Works Wisconsin hands our more than 400 suits
Wings International hosts Annual Peace Rally, Walk and Picnic
On Saturday August 25, 2018, Wings International hosted its Annual Peace Rally, Walk and Picnic at Lindbergh Park, 3629 N. 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 held in collaboration with the Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Wings International hosts Annual Peace Rally, Walk and Picnic
African American Breastfeeding Network helps ‘Lift Up Every Baby!
On Saturday August 25.' 2018, the African American Breastfeeding Network (AABN) hosted it 4th Annual Lift Up Every Baby! event at Parklawn YMCA, 4340 N. 46th St., in recognition of National Black Breastfeeding Awareness Week (August 25-31) and World Breastfeeding Awareness Month. This free community-wide event celebrated the benefits and wellness of breastfeeding and the … [Read more...] about African American Breastfeeding Network helps ‘Lift Up Every Baby!
Northwest Funeral Home hosts annual ‘Back-to-School Book Bag Give-A-Way’
On Saturday, August 25, 2018, Northwest Funeral Chapel hosted its annual "Back-to-School Book Bag Give-A-Way," at the Northwest Family Activity and Event Center, 4034 West Good Hope Rd. This year the children not only received free back packs to start the new school year; there were also free school supplies, reading books, flu shots, hair cuts, as well and food and … [Read more...] about Northwest Funeral Home hosts annual ‘Back-to-School Book Bag Give-A-Way’
Milwaukee Urban League Guild collects school supplies at Old School Daze
On Thursday, August 16, 2018, The Milwaukee Urban League Guild along with Bosco and the Milwaukee Boppers, Steppers and the Ballroom Community hosted an "Old School Daze" event at Mr. J's Lounge, 4610 W. Fond du Lac Ave. The event's purpose was to collect donated school supplies and backpacks to donate to Milwaukee Public School students in need. The event featured music, food … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League Guild collects school supplies at Old School Daze
Old Walnut St. celebrated at the 31st Annual Walnut Street Picnic
On Saturday, August 18, 2018, The Walnut Street Social Gathering Club, the North Division Alumni Association and Lincoln Alumni Association co-hosted the 31st Annual Walnut Street Picnic at Carver Park. Each year many former residents gather on the third Sunday in August to congregate, reminisce, and celebrate their old neighborhood. This year they were joined by many alumni … [Read more...] about Old Walnut St. celebrated at the 31st Annual Walnut Street Picnic
Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church hosts Pre-Men’s Day Musical celebration
On Saturday, August 11, 2018, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church hosted a special Pre-Men's Day concert, "Sing Songs of Praise," at their church at 1825 W. Hampton Ave. The concert event featured choirs from more than a dozen local churches; among them were special guests the Genesis Singers (lower photo) and the Yancy Brothers, Blessed Deliverance Church Male Choir, and Holy … [Read more...] about Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church hosts Pre-Men’s Day Musical celebration
‘Third Annual Sleepover for Education,’ helps out MPS students in need
On Friday, August 10 and Saturday, August 11, 2018, volunteers and organizations from all over Milwaukee gathered for the "3rd Annual Sleepover for Education," at Pete's Fruit Market, 2303 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. During the event volunteers collected school supplies for Milwaukee Public School students in need and camped out overnight on the street. This year's event was … [Read more...] about ‘Third Annual Sleepover for Education,’ helps out MPS students in need
Hallowed Missionary Baptist Church hosts ‘Community Outreach Cook-out’
On Saturday, August 11, 2018, Hallowed Missionary Baptist Church hosted a "Pre-Vacation Bible School Community Outreach Cook-out," at their church, 3800 N. Port Washington Rd. The annual event offered the opportunity for the community to meet with local organizations, officials and representatives coming together to work on community needs in an effort to promote a safer city. … [Read more...] about Hallowed Missionary Baptist Church hosts ‘Community Outreach Cook-out’