On Thursday, March 13, 2025, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) hosted its prestigious Whitney M. Young, Jr., Equal Opportunity Day Awards Luncheon at the Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. Celebrating outstanding individuals and organizations championing the mission and vision of "Empowering Communities, and Changing Lives" in the Milwaukee community. This year's … [Read more...] about GMUL honors equity work at annual ‘Whitney M. Young, Jr., Equal Opportunity Day Awards’
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Outreach Community Health Centers hosts 2nd annual ‘Dine with Docs’
Outreach Community Health Centers hosted its 2nd annual fund-and friend-raiser, "Dine with Docs," on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. "Dine with Docs" featured physicians from the city of Milwaukee as the chefs grilled up the sumptuous goods for the evening. Proceeds from this event will support the great causes Outreach champions daily, which include providing quality primary … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers hosts 2nd annual ‘Dine with Docs’
George Kendrick celebrates his 90th birthday
On Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Pallas Restaurant, 1657 S. 108th St., West Allis, George Kendrick celebrated his 90th birthday with family and friends. Kendrick is one of 11 children, he was born in 1935, in the family's 100 year-old home in Jackson, TN. The house (still livable) is directly across the street from Lane College. After 94 years, the family passed it on to Lane … [Read more...] about George Kendrick celebrates his 90th birthday
“We Are the Drum” takes audience on a musical journey through black history
Talented Milwaukee singers, dancers, actors, and choreographers presented this year’s production of “We Are the Drum.” This annual high-energy musical revue was an exciting evening of music and dance in a community setting. Performances ran from February 23–March 3, 2025, at Milwaukee Marshall High School, at 4141 N. 64th St. This year’s theme was “The Rhythm of Our State.” … [Read more...] about “We Are the Drum” takes audience on a musical journey through black history
Nearby Nature Milwaukee recognizes African American environmentalists
On Monday, February 24, 2025, Nearby Nature Milwaukee hosted the 6th annual "African American Environmental Pioneer Awards" (AAEPA), at the Urban Ecology Center located at Washington Park. The event recognized those in Milwaukee’s African American community working for a better environment. Nominees were chosen by previous honorees and event organizers. This year's honorees … [Read more...] about Nearby Nature Milwaukee recognizes African American environmentalists
40th Annual Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards honors ‘Phenomenal Women’
On February 28, 2025, The Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards/Louvenia Johnson Scholarship Fund hosted the "40th Annual Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards" at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee. The even's 40th anniversary theme was "Celebrating Four Decades of Excellence: Honoring Phenomenal Women" and recognized __ women in various categories (middle photo) including … [Read more...] about 40th Annual Milwaukee Black Excellence Awards honors ‘Phenomenal Women’
Dr. MLK School hosts 33rd annual ‘African American Male & Female Teach-In’
On Thursday, February 20, 2025, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School, located at, 3256 N. 3rd St., celebrated Black History Month with the school's 33rd annual "African American Male & Female Teach-In." This year’s theme “What Are You Doing for Others?” 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. MLK School hosts 33rd annual ‘African American Male & Female Teach-In’
Henry David Thoreau School celebrates ‘6th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read-In’
On February 25, 2025 Henry David Thoreau School celebrated its "6th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Read-In" to commemorate Dr. King’s birthday. The theme for this year was: “What Are You Doing Others?” Henry David Thoreau School provides a structured, yet nurturing environment that fosters the social, emotional, and academic growth necessary to encourage lifelong learning. … [Read more...] about Henry David Thoreau School celebrates ‘6th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read-In’
George Kendrick celebrates his 90th birthday
On Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Pallas Restaurant, 1657 S. 108th St., West Allis, George Kendrick celebrated his 90th birthday with family and friends. Kendrick is one of 11 children, born in 1935, in the family 100 year-old home in Jackson, TN. The house (still livable) is directly across the street from Lane College. After 94 years, the family passed it on to Lane College, … [Read more...] about George Kendrick celebrates his 90th birthday
Milwaukee Mayor’s 10th Annual Masked Ball announced
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) will host the "10th Annual Mayor's Masked Ball "on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Pfister Hotel at 6 p.m. Attendees will get the opportunity to wear decorative masks and done their best attire for a night of dinner and dancing. Over the past nine years, the event has brought in more than … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Mayor’s 10th Annual Masked Ball announced