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An evening of elegance and grace: The Class of 2014 Debutantes

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The Christian Business and Professional Alliance held their 34th Annual Cotillion on Friday, November 28, 2014 at the Milwaukee Hilton Ballroom located in downtown Milwaukee.

Miss Jonesa Arielle Patricia Chisom was crowned Miss CBPA Debutante 2014. She is a graduating senior of Tenor High School and is a member of St. Mark A.M.E. Church.

The following high school seniors were presented at the 2014 Cotillion: Reina Anderson, Kayla Coggs, Lorna Miller, Kyla Riley, Katherine Savage-Stewart, Anjelica Sylvas-Jones, Edith Wilder and Chloe Williams. Congratulations to the CBPA Class of 2014 Debutantes sponsored by Holy Redeemer Church of God in Christ.

Wynton Marsalis brings Big Band holiday sounds to Marcus Center

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc., hosted their 41st Annual Debutante Cotillion on Saturday, November 29, 2014 in the Grand Ballroom of the Pfister Hotel. "Exquisite Gems of Excellence" was the cotillion theme. Crowned Miss Debutante 2014 was: Taj Dehana Myles, escorted by Yancy Landingham, II; crowned First Runner-up, Elise Alexandria Ashley, escorted by Donovan Green; crowned Second Runner-up, Nile Nandi Lloyd, escorted by Aqeel Scott; crowned Third Runner-up, Morgan Allyn Harlan, escorted

by Clayton Harlan; and debutantes: Brianna Monay Burks, escorted by Eric Burks; Shiane Marlisa Lang, escorted by Vincent Benevue, Jr.; Amber Jasmine Floyd, escorted by Matthew Smith; Diamond Monique Jones, escorted by Kenneth Odom and Deja Jamila Pearson, escorted by Edward Little; Dominique Annette Marcella Wilkerson, escorted by Quinten Reed; and Amaiarani Zepeda, escorted by Quintin Joiner.

YWCA celebrates 10 years of promoting racial justice

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The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts was the venue for the Big Band Holidays: Jazz at Lincoln Center, featuring Wynton Marsalis and Cecil McLorin Salvant, along with the Black Arts Think Tank fundraising kick-off and Artist Meet and Greet on Monday, December 1, 2014 reception in the Bradley Pavilion. The event’s purpose was to assist sustaining the long-term cultural vibrancy of African American arts organizations in the City of Milwaukee, which promote the history and culture of the African diaspora and inspire creativity in future generations. Fundraising supporters of the event are: Harley Davidson Motor Company, the Helen Bader Foundation, We Energies Foundation, along with event sponsors Associated Bank; performance sponsors: Cory and Michele Nettles, Jackie and Michael Barber, BMO Harris Bank and the Marcus Corporation as well as patron sponsors. Pictured here are jazz artist Wynton Marsalis and African American Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dr. Eve Hall.

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The YWCA of Greater Milwaukee hosted their 10th anniversary Evening to Promote Racial Justice on Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at the Potawatomi Hotel and Casino. During the ceremony, three awards were presented to the following individuals: Rev. Bryan Massingale, Eliminating Racism Award; Donna Hietpas, Empowering Women Award; and Soreh Milchtein, Bright Futures Award. Following the awards presentation, noted civil rights activist, founder of the Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), Georgia State legislator and former NAACP Board Chairman, Julian Bond participated in a conversation with CBS 58 TV News Reporter Shari Dunn. Bond is pictured with The Honorable Vel R. Phillips, who is the first and only black person to be elected to a statewide office as Secretary of State; she also served as Milwaukee’s first black female alderman and as a Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge.

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Senator Taylor returns to joint finance committee State Senator Lena C. Taylor (D-Milwaukee) was appointed December 2, 2014 to the state's highly influential Joint Finance Committee.

Tapped by Senate Minority Leader Jennifer Shilling, Taylor is no stranger to the rigor and intensity of serving on the committee charged with budgetary oversight and statewide policy decisions.

“I am deeply honored by this appointment, and my return to the Joint Finance Committee,” Taylor said.

“Initially, working on the committee in 2004, and serving as its co-chair at one time, I am fully prepared to hit the ground running. We have a lot on our plate: job growth, economic development, education funding, justice reinvestment and reform, just

at a critical time for her constituents, the state, and Milwaukee, in particular. Earlier this year, Wisconsin was named as the worst state in the country in racial disparities between black and white children. Black male unemployment for men between the ages of 25-54 has risen to nearly 55 percent. Wisconsin continues to lag behind other states in pre-recession employment. Looking to bring about significant changes, Taylor concluded, "I will be a State Senator fierce proponent in the advocacy of resources to allow all Lena Taylor Wisconsinites the ability to to scratch the surface. I look thrive, earn a living wage, and forward to working with my reduce inequalities in everycolleagues to do the difficult thing from health outcomes work and bring about solu- and women's reproductive tions." rights, to incarceration" Taylor's assignment comes

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By Dr. Andrew Calhoun, Ed.D. Special for the Milwaukee Times

The elephant in the room

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For nearly all of us, our journey through the American experience continues to remind us that many things from our past are still a part of our current reality. The transition of a lot of this venom has been etched into laws, policies, cultures, minds and hearts. These kinds of things help to set the tone and the agenda for what comes next. The aftermath or the enduring legacy is what we are fighting and dealing with today. This manuscript of the “New Jim Crow,” is in full living color, close up and on display. A lot of us are shaking our heads, rubbing our eyes and covering our ears and all the while saying... “I can’t believe this is happening,... again!"

It is fully apparent that there are a lot of people,

especially some “old heads” who are still caught in the past, can’t let it go and move on to do something more constructive. They are forever stuck in the past and are so engrained into a mindset in which they only see life through shades of gray and not in the colors of humanity. This kind of ideology is at the epicenter of why we cannot “push and pull” our country out of poverty, injustice, war, discrimination, health care, crime and lawlessness. The outliers, impact and all the outcomes are pointing to the fact that the problems in our society go much deeper and

are more widespread.

It does not take a rocket scientist to figure out that a lot of people need to step back, refocus and retool in how to do the right thing.

Many of us have lost or were never told of the lessons of

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It’s time to fly under the radar

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The widespread demonstrations over the incident in Ferguson, MO have the country on edge. The outrage over the decision to not prosecute Officer Darren Wilson has swept the country. There have been protests, marches, even riots in cities across the country.

The media has been having a field day showing angry African American protesters or images of cop cars burning. African Americans are bringing a lot of attention to themselves; they may get more than they bargained for.

The shooting of Michael Brown was a sad situation on both sides. You have a young man, Brown, who will never walk on this side of heaven again. You have a cop, Wilson, who will always be known for shooting an unarmed man. Two lives that are over in all senses of the word. The shooting was the latest in a long list of police killings that stretch back decades. The results of the verdict triggered events that made many people realize how dangerous African Americans could be. This is where the problem starts.

The African American is totally dependent on the Unites States system. There may be a few black businesses but not enough to generate any serious economy. African Americans do not even control the destiny of their children. With this in mind you can see how vulnerable the African American is at

this time. This is not the time to stage a two-bit revolt.

The people who were protesting violently could not have had the best interests of African Americans in mind. To have any group of people commit violence in the streets is bad. To have a group of people as mind wiped as African Americans are is insanity. You have to wonder if agent provocateurs didn’t stir up the real troubles. The biggest farce is the bringing in of the socalled African American leaders. It has been shown that many of these leaders are or have been on government payrolls.

There is a bill called The Insurrection Act. African Americans need to wake up and realize this isn’t a game.

The act enables the deployment of troops to put down disorder. African Americans can’t afford for this to take place. Imagine highly trained troops on every corner with shoot-first orders. Or a media blackout where no one can even see what is going on once the troops land.

Many riots in the African American community have

taken place in their own area.

The burning of businesses took place where they lived.

When have you ever heard of a major shopping mall going up in flames? Many areas that had riots never recovered. Many of the businesses were small and they simply died or relocated.

Who suffered from the riot?

The African American community bore the scars.

Reality has to set in with African Americans. If you look at the footage of the protesters they think what they are doing is a game.

The youth think it’s playtime and when it’s over they can brag on Facebook. A race that is as helpless as African Americans can’t afford to be noticed. The childlike mentality of African American adults has neutered any possibility of changing the plight of the race. To be honest, many African Americans don’t even know something is wrong. So the next time someone screams out, “Let’s riot!” tell him or her to shut up. Better yet, call the police on them. Do your civic duty.

Frank James IV © 2014 beingfrankwithfrank@ gmail.com The opinions expressed in this editorial are those of the writer and not of the Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper or NCON Communication, its staff or management. Being Frank is a bi-weekly column exclusive to the Milwaukee Times

our history, the American experience. If we never learned anything from history, we are bound to repeat it again, again and again. So, here we are... again and some of us did not get the memo or missed that history lesson altogether.

At the core of it all is “racism.” For it is racism that reflects a state of mind that believes that one person, race or group is better than another. It is the belief that members of one race possess abilities and characteristics specific to that race and because of those differences one must distinguish it as

being inferior or superior to another race or ethnic group.

This leads to the widespread issues of prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against others of a another race that is based on a general belief that one’s own race is superior. Racism is real and no matter what standard you use to determine the merits of a particular situation... it is still the “elephant in the room.” What do you think?

Dr. Andrew Calhoun, can be contacted at andrewiiicalhoun@ gmail.com, Twitter #AC53, Facebook, or call 414-571-5015.

You can hear Dr. Calhoun each Sunday at Grace Fellowship Church, 3879 N. Port Washington Rd. Milwaukee 414-2655546.

By Frank James IV

We are pleased to announce that our Northwest Family Activity & Events Center will host our Mrs. O’Bee Toy House on Sunday, December 14, from 1-3 p.m. This event is open to children 10 years of age and under who are accompanied by an adult.

Each child will be able to select a toy while supplies last. Children will also be able to enjoy the special treats provided by the friends of Mrs. O’Bee! For more information, please call us at 414-540-9630 or 414-462-6020.

Again, the toy house will be open on Sunday, December 14 from 1-3 p.m. at: Northwest Family Activity & Events Center 4034 W. Good Hope Road.

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The year-in-review: 2014 In 2014 this column covered a wide range of subjects from Taming the Busyness Beast to Honoring the Continuum of Motherhood. This month this writer will look back at some of the most memorable articles of 2014.

In February 2014 this column ran articles entitled: “Overcoming Shame.” Readers commented they have wrestled with shame for years and this column’s focus on overcoming shame was timely and informative. If you are dealing with shame, remember, if what is causing you shame is an issue you feel God will not forgive; know that nothing is beyond God’s forgiveness. Once a person confesses their sins, accept Christ’s sacrifice for their sins on the Cross, and become children of God, they are cleansed from their unrighteousness, and their salvation is eternally secure.

(See Colossians 1:15-22, John 10:27-30, Hebrews 7:24-25).

As believers we are forgiven children of God. Leave your past failures and sins at the Cross and press forward towards the things God has for

you.

2014 was also the year of Breaking the Chains.

In July and August this column dealt with the Chains of Self-Deception, Selfishness, Ingratitude and Self-Indulgence.

The “chain” that garnered the most responses was the self-serving spirit or selfishness. One of the most troubling and troublesome spirits is selfishness or the self-serving spirit. Pop artist Mya captured this image in her song; “It’s All About Me.” The spirit of ‘it’s all about me’ is pervasive in our culture – persons who can only view life and the world though a single lens. Even in the church, persons have put their self-interest ahead of the unity and well-being of the church. The Apostle James suggested 3 concrete principles to implement in one’s life to counteract a selfserving spirit. These principles are: (i) Compassion (James 2:15-16); (ii) Hope

(James 2:2024) and (iii) Service (James 2:25-26). May your life be characterized by giving rather than a selfserving spirit.

In September, articles entitled: “The Future Is Now: Connecting with the Young Adult Generation” were featured. Connecting with young adults has been a daunting task for many church leaders. Young people who were once an integral part of the Children’s Ministry, fondly remembered as giving one-line speeches in the Easter play or acting out the story of the first Christmas, now 30 years later are young adults. Because these young adults are now adults they want to be treated as such. They have mortgages, they have car notes, they have young families, they have financial struggles, school loans and they have a life they are trying to make for themselves and their families just as all adults are trying to do. Even with this understanding, there is still a ma-

jor disconnect of the church with the young adult population. Because these young adults feel grossly misunderstood and equally underutilized, the church is losing out on one of her greatest resources. The assumption has been if a congregation is interested in reconnecting with young adults the church must make a few updates such as installing a coffee shop in the fellowship hall and having the pastor preach in skinny jeans. While a few updates may be necessary to replace outdated technology and ministry methods, most young adults, like any generation before them, are primarily searching for acceptance for who they are and the contributions they bring to the table. If church leaders are serious about reconnecting with young adults, church leaders must sit down and dialog with their young adults in a non-judgmental, compassionate manner about what they are looking for. On the other hand, if church leaders think they can just hand young adults a latte and the church continues to ignore them as the church

Church Listings are in Alphabetical Order: Abiding Faith Fellowship - Bethesda Baptist Church

7830 West Good Hope Rd. Milwaukee, WI 53223 www.yourabundantfaith.org

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ADULT LEARNING LAB Weekly Schedule:

Pastor Anthony Oliphant Sr. 4600 West Burleigh Street Milwaukee, WI 53210

ORDER OF SERVICE Sunday School ………………… 9:00 am Sunday Morning Worship …… 10:30 am Tel: (414) 444-2822 Fax: (414) 444-2877

Pastor Robert Pyles

Sunday Worship… 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday……………6:15 p.m.

“DiscoverYourAbundantFaith”

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Milwaukee, WI 53216 (414) 445-1072 Free Computer Classes ECDL License Software Registration Fee $25 Wed. 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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Pastor Charles G. Green ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH 2033 W. Congress Street Milwaukee, WI 53209 414-445-3303 Rev. Steven H. Harris, Sr., Pastor www.antiochmbcmke.org Order of Services Sunday School.....................................9:00 am Sunday Morning Worship............. 11:00 am Wed. Prayer & Bible Study.............. 6:30 pm Thurs. Mass Choir Rehearsal.......... 7:00 pm Come Home to Antioch

6618 North Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 (414) 527-9986 Phone Sunday School.............................9:00 am Sun. Worship Service..................10.30 am Wed. Bible Service.............……… 6 pm These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

-John 16:33

BETHEL Christian Methodist Episcopal Church 3281 N. 26th Street Milwaukee, WI 53206 Rev. Willie F. Dockery, Jr. “The Church on the Grow”

Weekly Schedule

Sun. School ………….… 8:30 a.m.

Sun Worship ………….. 10:00 a.m.

Thursday Prayer Meeting and Bible Study ……………………. 7:00 p.m.

442-8970.

Rev. Judith T. Lester

The writer does not assume responsibility in any way for readers’ efforts to apply or utilize information or recommendations made in these articles, as they may not be necessarily appropriate for every situation to which they may refer.

Rather, the objective is strictly informative and educational. If you would like to contact Rev. Lester, write to her c/o P.O. Box 121, Brookfield, WI. 53008.

Bethesda Baptist Church cordially invite you to attend a BLACK TIE BANQUET to honor Dr. Robert L. Sims and Etharine Melton-Sims for 40 Years of Ministerial Excellence Friday, December 19, 2014 at 6 p.m.

To be held at The Radisson Mayfair 2303 North Mayfair Road Wauwatosa, WI 53226

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goes about its business of conducting business as usual, they are in for a rude awakening. This age group will not stick around.

Beloved, as we come to the end of another year, thank you for being faithful readers of this column. It is this writer’s intent to keep its contents fresh, relevant and practical. As always, this column will take a short break for the balance of this month and will return the first week in January 2015.

Praying for Happy Holidays and a Blessed New Year to You and Yours!

Dr. Robert L. Sims, Pastor Bethesda Baptist Church “The House of Mercy” 2909 N. 20th Street.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53206 Tel: 414-442-1323 Fax: 414-442-1324 E-Mail: bethesda.baptist@sbcglobal.net

Order of Service: Sun. Enrichment Hour …………..…… 8:00 a.m.

Sun. Morning Worship …………….... 10:00 a.m.

3rd Sun. Communion Service ……..... 7:00 p.m.

Tue. Prayer & Bible Class ………….... 6:30 p.m.

Tickets: $50.00 per person For more information or tickets, Please call (414) 442-1323 or Sis. Armstrong at (414) 445-0678

WGLB-AM 1560 Radio Special Holiday Program "Meet the King" Saturday, December 6, 2014 11:30 a.m. - 12 noon Hosted by: Professor E. Adekunle-Wilson with special youth guests "Meet the King" will provide clear answers and insights regarding the birth and life of the "King of Kings," a clear definition and and example of sin and our rescue. The program will offer an opportunity for youth receive their own FREE copy of the "Meet the King Book," at the WGLB station at 5181 N. 35th Street.

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Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Medicare’s “Extra Help” program helps people with limited income pay for their prescription medications Making ends meet should not mean going without your medications. If you have limited income and resources, you may qualify for Extra Help to pay for some health care and prescription drug costs. Drug costs in

2015 for most people who qualify for Extra Help will be no more than $2.65 for each generic drug and $6.60 for each brand-name drug.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services estimates that more than 2 million

cies on Aging (AAA), the Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC), and many tribal organizations. For information about how to contact these organizations, visit Eldercare.gov.

To learn more about Medicare prescription drug coverage, visit Medicare.gov, or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1800-633-4227). TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048.

This information prepared by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. people with Medicare may be eligible for Extra Help, but aren’t currently enrolled to take advantage of these savings. A recent law changed how your income and assets are counted: • Life insurance policies don’t count as resources • Any help you get from relatives, friends, and others to pay for household expenses—like food, mortgage, rent, heating fuel or gas, electricity, water, and property taxes—doesn’t count as income Many people qualify and don’t know it Even if you were previously turned down for Extra Help due to income or resource levels, you should reapply. If you qualify, you’ll get help paying for Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums, copayments, and deductibles. To qualify, you

must make less than $17,505 a year (or $23,595 for married couples). Even if your annual income is higher, you still may be able to get some extra help. Your resources must also be limited to $13,440 (or $26,860 for married couples). Resources include bank accounts, stocks, and bonds, but not your house or car.

There’s no cost or obligation to apply It’s easy and free to apply for “Extra Help.” You or a family member, trusted counselor, or caregiver can apply online at socialsecurity.gov/i1020 or call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213.

TTY users should call 1-800325-0778. All the information you give is confidential.

You can also get help in your community from your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), Area Agen-

“To keep the body in good health is a duty... otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear."

- Buddha

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Bulletin Board Rufus King High School wins MEGA drumline showcase

Rufus King International High School's Drumline won the MEGA Drumline showcase at the 2014 Fresh Coast Basketball Classic.

The Fresh Coast Basketball Classic is in its eighth year and has grown to become one of the top sporting events in the Metro Milwaukee Midwest area.

The University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee hosted event began with a college and resource fair before the basketball tournament.

The two-day tournament showcased 11 top suburban and Milwaukee high school teams, including MPS’ Morse-Marshall, Bradley Tech, Rufus King, Riverside, Milwaukee School of Languages, Hamilton, Vincent and Washington.

The Fresh Coast Classic also paid special tribute to the 1959 North-Lincoln state championship teams.

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MPS says, "Thank you" to parents and families The following is a letter from MPS Superintendent Darienne B. Driver: Dear Parents and Families: Just a short time ago, you were getting your children ready for the start of a new school year. We’re off to a great start and as the holiday season approaches, we want to keep that momentum going.

Thanksgiving is the time of year when family and friends gather to give thanks and enjoy wonderful food. It is a time to share fond memories of holidays past and remember all the things to be thankful for on Thanksgiving Day and every day of the year.

Life’s demands keep everyone constantly on the go. As time becomes more scarce as we scramble to get things done in order to spend time with family and friends for the holidays, we should take a moment to reflect on what really matters most – the people closest to us.

With the family together during this special time, find an opportunity to spend with your children by reading to them or enjoying an interactive learning game. During the holidays, we will need your help to ensure your children maintain their focus on learning so they are ready and eager when they return to the classroom.

MPS has much to be thankful for this year. One example includes the Warm Up Winter initiative, a project of the Milwaukee Fire Department and numerous local organizations, provided 2,500 new coats to students in five MPS elementary schools – AllenField, Lloyd Barbee, Brown Street Academy, Goodrich and Zablocki. Firefighters raised $90,000 to buy the

We hope to see you at the 30th Anniversary of the

Black Excellence Awards Darienne B. Driver, Ed.D. coats. Many firefighters and cadets gave their time to aid district staff, school board and other community members and leaders to hand out coats to children at each of the schools.

We want all of our students to have every opportunity to succeed at MPS. This can be accomplished when we collaborate with parents and families to achieve positive outcomes. By being engaged in your children’s learning process, it inspires them to reach their academic goals and drives us to deliver a world-class education to them.

Have a festive holiday season and thank you for your continued support in Milwaukee Public Schools.

Best, Darienne B. Driver, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools

Friday, February 27, 2015 at The Italian Community Center 631 E. Chicago St. • Milwaukee, WI 6:00 P.M. - Social Hour 7:00 P.M. - Dinner & Program Theme : “Excellence : 30 Years Our Community’s Keeper”

Tickets $65 per person / $650 for a table of 10 For more information, please call the Milwaukee Times at 414-263-5088.

Special Honorees: Military Women

- Maj. Gen. Marcia Anderson U.S. Army - Violet Armstrong U.S. Air Force - Michelle Carter U.S. Army Reserve & National Guard - Berdie Cowser U.S. Army - Lisa Cross U.S. Army

- Mary Katherine Fowlkes U.S. Coast Guard - Linder Jines U.S. Air Force - Michelle Lipsey U.S. Marine Corps - Virdia Ofei U.S. Navy - Sedoria Outlaw U.S. Army

"Saluting The Best In Our Community"

Extraordinary Achievement: - Steven Tipton, Sr. and Steven Tipton, Jr. Community Leadership: - Al Holmes, President and CEO, My Father’s House - Min. Greg Lewis, Pastors United Minority Business - Reid's New Golden Gate Funeral Home - Scruggs Shoe Repair Sports: - Michael Goodwin Milwaukee Bucks

More Honorees To Be Announced

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Health & Fitness

Healthy eating routine starts at the family table

Wisconsin WIC Nutrition Program (Women, Infants and Children) provides practical guidelines for parents to initiate healthy eating behaviors and routines during the child’s early developmental years. Best practices are formed during these younger years on the importance of healthy eating, appropriate portion sizes, taste preferences and nutritional value.

During developmental years, it is best for children to have an eating routine that consists of three primary meals and two snacks, given at about the same time each day. It is important for mom and dad to understand this is a process where the child is learning to eat when hungry and stop eating when full. Meal portions should be served as child size servings; starting with about one tablespoon of each food for each year of the child’s age.

During these developmental years, parents should allow children to explore and become comfortable with eating a variety of foods, but never force them to eat.

Set meal times are important for younger children.

Meal time has always been centrally important, but especially in a household with younger children since it is a new learning experience for them. Parents must be encouraging and let their children know it is okay to dislike certain foods, but always promote healthy options.

Whenever possible, parents should allow the child to serve themselves as this gives them insight on making their own food decisions.

WIC nutritionists talk with parents about their child’s nutrition needs, growth, health history and family eating habits. WIC moms receive meal planning tips, recipes and information on how to shop on a budget. WIC children receive healthy foods such as: low-fat milk, whole grain cereal, 100 percent fruit juice, eggs, peanut butter, fruits and veggies, brown rice and many others. For a complete listing of WIC foods, visit: http://www.dhs. wisconsin.gov/wic/foods/ apprvfood.htm.

Wisconsin WIC Nutrition Program seeks to improve the overall well-being of children and their full development. WIC not only provides

nutrition expertise but also refers to pediatric healthcare services. WIC children are more likely to have a regular source of medical care and up-to-date immunizations. In addition, referrals are made to Early Head Start and Head Start Programs.

Children who receive WIC food benefits demonstrate improved readiness for school. Nutrition education is a cornerstone of the program which helps to improve children’s diets.

To assess eligibility or to find out more about WIC services, visit: http://www.dhs.wisconsin. gov/wic/ or call the hotline at 1-800-722-2295.

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Best toys 2014 list – the most desired toys by children this year

By William S. Gooden Toy and Geek Guru for the Milwaukee Times Are you looking for the best toys 2014? If you’re looking for the best toy for your kids, I’ve made a list of top toys 2014. These toys are divided into several categories to facilitate your selection. I'm betting these toys will be top gifts this Christmas as they are topping some of the best toys lists on the internet, and some of them are toys to the hottest properties out in the market place right now (think Frozen). So if you also looking for the hot Christmas toys 2014, then you may consider these toys.

Zoomer Dino Best Christmas toys 2014 - Transformers Age of Extinction Stomp and Chomp Grimlock Figure - My First Disney Princess Frozen Snow Glow Elsa Singing Doll - Zoomer Dino - LeapFrog LeapTV Educational Active Video Game System - Jenga Classic Game - Doc McStuffins Mobile Cart - Nintendo Wii U Deluxe Set Super Mario Bros U & Luigi U - Disney INFINITY: Marvel Super Heroes (2.0 Edition) Video Game Starter Pack for Xbox 360 - Monster High Freaky Fusion Sirena von Boo Doll - Disney Frozen Complete Story Playset - Disney Frozen Sparkle Princess Elsa Doll - LEGO Minecraft The Village 21105 Best boy toys 2014 - Battroborg 3-in-1 Battle Arena

- Despicable Me Minion Dave Talking Action Figure - DISNEY INFINITY Starter Pack for Xbox 360 - LEGO Chima 70010 The Lion CHI Temple - Planes U-Command Remote Controlled Dusty Plane - Skylanders SWAP Force Starter Pack - Nintendo Wii - Transformers ConstructBots Optimus Prime Vs. Megatron Construction Set Best girl toys 2014 - Flutterbye Flower Fairy(Purple) - FurReal Friends Cuddles My Giggly Monkey Pet - LEGO Friends Heartlake High 41005 - Nerf Rebelle Heartbreaker Bow (Phoenix Design) - Rainbow Loom - Disney Princess Palace Pets Furry Tail Friends Ariel Best toddler toys 2014 - Fisher-Price Laugh and Learn Crawl Around Car - Lamaze Franky the Hanky Whale - LeapFrog Farm Animal Mash-Up Kit - Manhattan Toy Skwish Stix Baby Toy - Mirari Pop! Pop! Piano Toy - Playskool Sesame Street Big Hugs Elmo Plush - VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels - Train Station Playset Best preschool toys 2014 - Disney Sofia The First Talking Sofia and Animal Friends - Educational Insights Dino Construction Company Wrecker The T-Rex Skid Loader - Educational Insights Shelby'S Snack Shack Game - FurReal Friends Cuddles My Giggly Monkey Pet - Just Play Doc McStuffins Get Better Checkup Center Playset - VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels- Airport Playset Best activity toys 2014 - Crayola Melt 'N Mold Factory - Glitzi Globes Showcase - Hot Wheels Car Maker Playset - LEGO Minecraft The Village 21105 - Play-Doh Perfect Twist Ice Cream Playset

- Spirograph Deluxe Design Set Best e-Connected toys 2014 - Barbie Digital Makeover Mirror - Crayola Photo Mix and Mash - Kurio Touch 4S Ultimate Android Handheld Tablet for Kids - LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra Kids' Learning Tablet, Green - LEGO Mindstorms EV3 31313 - Skylanders SWAP Force Starter Pack for Nintendo Wii

Styles - Radio Flyer Ziggle - Razor Crazy Cart - Sky Viper Quadcopter Toy Vehicle - Y Glider 3-in-1 ScooterBlue - Zing Sky Ripperz, Triple Razor Crazy Cart Pack Best specialty toys 2014 ning Machine 42 Piece Tegu Magnetic - Laser Maze Logic Game Wooden Block Set, Tints - Zoomer Interactive Puppy - Animal Parade A to Z PuzBest outdoor toys 2014 zle - Crayola 48 Count Sidewalk - Bunny Peek-a-Boo Chalk - Laser Maze Logic Game - Daydream Toy SkyTrix - Nanoblock Deluxe Space Radical Glider, Original Shuttle

In Loving Memory

David E. Ford, Jr. and Anna (Tanny) Ford LeapFrog LeapReader Reading Best educational toys 2014 - Educational Insights Nancy B'S Science Club Moonscope And Sky Gazers Activity Journal - Goldie Blox and The Spinning Machine - LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra Kids' Learning Tablet, Green - LeapFrog LeapReader Reading and Writing System, Green - LEGO Mindstorms EV3 31313 - Magformers 62 Piece Set - SmartLab Toys Demolition Lab Triple Blast Warehouse Best games 2014 - Chain Letters Word Board Game - Draw Something Party Board Game - Skylanders SWAP Force Starter Pack for Nintendo Wii - Spin Master Games - Boom Boom Balloon Board Game - Spin Master Games - Hedbanz Act Up MX - The Settlers of Catan - Word A Round Game Best innovative toys 2014 - Battroborg 3-in-1 Battle Arena, Blue and Yellow Flutterbye Flower Fairy(Purple) - Goldie Blox and The Spin-

Together in life and death for 61 years, David (Dave) E. Ford, Jr. and Anna (Tanny) Ford died in their home of natural causes before Thanksgiving. Married October 31, 1953, both David and Anna were born in Indiana and moved to Milwaukee in 1952.

Mrs. Ford was born in Franklin, IN, finished high school and attended Franklin Community College and the Chicago Art Institute, where she majored in dressmaking. For 50 years, she owned and operated "Tanny's Dressmaking Shop" and was also employed as a seamstress at Talbots and Harleys. She was an avid golfer and bridge player.

Mr. Ford was born in Hammond, IN, graduated from high school, received his bachelors degree in electrical engineering in 1948 from the University of Illinois and a MBA from the University of Wisconsin. A U.S. Army veteran, he served in the Radar Division at White Sands, NM. He was the first African American to be employed at Allen Bradley in 1952, where he worked and was Director of Research and Development when he retired in 1996. His experiences at Allen Bradley provided many travel experiences throughout the world. He was initiated in Kappa Alpha Psi, Beta Chapter in 1946 and was a Life Member. He was Past Polemarch and Dean of Pledges in the Milwaukee Alumni Chapter.

Both Dave and Tanny were active in church and the community. As members of St. Mark A.M.E Church, she served in the Sunday School, the pantry fellowship and other services to the community. Tanny was active locally and nationally in Girl Scouts of America and a member of Jack and Jill of America. Dave was with many community organizations, including the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, member of Beta Alpha Boule, Sigma Pi Chapter and The Rotary Club of Milwaukee.

Tanny was quiet and very lady-like at all times and to know her was to love her. Dave was very knowledgeable, a public speaker and had an infectious laugh.

They are survived by a loving son, Ronald Ford of Dallas, TX; and daughter JanElla Ford of Pasadena, CA. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 5, 2014 at 12 noon and services will be held at 1:00 p.m., both at Wisconsin Memorial Park, 13235 W. Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI. In lieu of flowers, a donation in memory of David and Tanny Ford would be greatly appreciated. Please use the following website http:// fordfamilyfuneralblogspot.com.

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