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Jimmy Banks: The Unsung Hero of U.S. Soccer
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Jimmy Banks: The Unsung Hero of U.S. Soccer

Friends and Family Announce a New Effort to Continue His Legacy

Resolution renaming Cawker Park adopted by Common Council
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Resolution renaming Cawker Park adopted by Common Council

New park name will recognize Milwaukee native Al Jarreau

Park Being Renamed After Milwaukee Jazz Legend

Park Being Renamed After Milwaukee Jazz Legend

Cawker Play Area to become Al Jarreau Park.

Community Invited to Participate in Painting of New Cawker Park Mural
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Community Invited to Participate in Painting of New Cawker Park Mural

The park is soon to be renamed Al Jarreau Park in honor of the late great legendary musician born in Milwaukee.

Community invited to provide input on forthcoming Cawker Park murals
Real Estate Firm Revitalizes Holton Street Building

Real Estate Firm Revitalizes Holton Street Building

Former home of the Jazz Oasis also getting a mural by local artist Tia Richardson.

“Wisconsin Black History Moment” debuts on WMSE 91.7FM
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“Wisconsin Black History Moment” debuts on WMSE 91.7FM

New series highlights Black entertainers, politicians and community members

African-American music helps us rise to the occasion
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African-American music helps us rise to the occasion

Statement from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey June 29, 2020

New book chronicling a century of Milwaukee jazz history to celebrate release at the Jazz Gallery
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New book chronicling a century of Milwaukee jazz history to celebrate release at the Jazz Gallery

Free event on Nov. 15 to feature presentation, discussion with local jazz renaissance man Jamie Breiwick, plus a performance by KASE + Klassik

Honoring Al Jarreau, a Milwaukee music legend
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Honoring Al Jarreau, a Milwaukee music legend

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey June 21, 2019

Free Entertainment Returns to the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion on June 26-September 5
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Free Entertainment Returns to the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion on June 26-September 5

Shakespeare in the Park, Milwaukee Ballet’s Ballet Beat, True Skool and Milwaukee Fringe Festival continue this summer!

Yesterday’s Milwaukee: The Rise and Fall of Bronzeville
Yesterday’s Milwaukee

The Rise and Fall of Bronzeville

At its peak in the 1930s to 1950s, it had quite a history.