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Vol. 38 • No.23 • Thurs., June 13, 2019 - Wed., June 19, 2019 • An NCON Publication Serving The Milwaukee Area • 75¢
Milwaukee Urban League celebrates 34th Black and White Ball and 100th Anniversary
On Saturday, June 6, 2019, The Milwaukee Urban League hosted its 34th Annual Black & White Ball at The Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. This year's theme, "100 Years Empowering Communities, Changing Lives," marked the 100th anniversary of the MUL. Started in 1985, the Black & White Ball's goal is to promote diversity and celebrate the "coming together" of the community to enact change. The event also serves as the MUL's key fundraiser, so that they may continue with their many vital community based programs and initiatives. Pictured at the event are National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial; County Executive Chris Abele; MUL Board Chair Jocelyn Johnson; WEC Energy Group Executive Chairman and Black and White Ball co-chair Gale E. Klappa; Community volunteer and Black and White Ball cochair Jackie Herd-Barber; and MUL President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall.
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"Happy 100th Anniversary Milwaukee Urban League!"
Milwaukee Brewers honor the Negro Leagues with tribute game and weekend events
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On Friday, June 7, 2019, The Milwaukee Brewers hosted a Negro Leagues Tribute Game, presented by Aurora Health Care® at Miller Park when they took on the Pittsburgh Pirates. The team honored the rich history of the Negro Leagues and its profound impact on the game of baseball as we know it today. As part of a special pre-game ceremony, the Brewers recognized John "Blue Moon" Odom (left) and James Rocky" Portier (right) who, along with Aurora St. Luke's Chief Medical Officer and 2019 Black Excellence Award honoree Dr. Nkem Iroegbu (center) threw out the first pitch. As part of the celebrations there was an autograph session, special exhibits showcasing the history of the Negro Leagues, the Brewers wearing the Milwaukee Bears uniforms during the game, a special question and answer session and ceremony at Holy Redeemer Institutional Church Of God In Christ, and a commemoration ceremony at Clinton Rose Park.
Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant celebrates 50 golden years On Friday, May 31, 2019, the Perkins family, along with close friends, family, community leaders, and many long-time customers celebrated the 50th golden anniversary of Milwaukee's premier soul food institution, Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant. Originally founded in 1969 by Hilda and Willie Perkins, Sr. at 1943 W. Atkinson Ave., the first location became much too small for the quickly growing eatery and a new location, 2001 W. Atkinson Ave., originally the location for gospel singer Mahalia Jackson's (inset) Glori-Fried Chicken, was purchased for the family to expand their business. Currently, the restaurant is run by Hilda and Willie's daughter-in-law Cherry Perkins, who took over ownership after the death of her husband and Hilda and Willie's son, Willie C. Perkins, Jr., in 2010. Even today the restaurant is renowned for its soul food menu, recently drawing in NBA legends Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Bark-
ley. Pictured at the event are (from left) daughter Janice Perkins; co-founder Willie Perkins, Sr.; Mayor Tom Barrett; co-founder Hilda Perkins; and current owner and daughter-in-law Cherry Perkins.
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"Congratulations to the Perkins Family 50 wonderful years!"