HYFIN to co-host “Blackity Black Holiday Market” with MKE Black at Marcus Performing Arts Center on Nov. 26

MILWAUKEE (Nov. 16, 2022) – HYFIN, a Radio Milwaukee station (WYMS-88.9FM HD2), will host the “Blackity Black Holiday Market” on Nov. 26 at the Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) from 12 to 5 p.m.

Hosted in conjunction with MKE Black and MPAC, the market is open to all and will feature 40+ vendors for extensive, Milwaukee-based holiday shopping. The event will also include music curated by HYFIN DJ Anthony Foster.

“We are hosting this market on ‘Small Business Saturday’ to emphasize the importance of intentionally supporting local Black-owned businesses during the holiday season,” said HYFIN Program Director Tarik Moody.

The market gives patrons the opportunity to support a diverse group of makers, artists, creatives and producers; and keep the money they are spending on the holiday season in the Milwaukee community.

“Partnering with MPAC and HYFIN on this event just made sense. Together, we are celebrating our arts and culture, and the community impact Black businesses play in the local economy,” said Ayrton Bryan, interim executive director of MKE Black.

Attendees of MPAC’s “Hip-Hop Nutcracker” on Nov. 26 will enjoy a private 6 to 7 p.m. shopping hour in the “Blackity Black Holiday Market” prior to the 7:30 p.m. performance.

“We are thrilled to host this event at the Marcus Center. I cannot think of a better way to usher in the holidays, or better partners to do it with. We hope this event will be the first of many!” said Lory Bowman, vice president, marketing & communications at MPAC.

SCORE SE and Foureva Media, the market’s official networking sponsors, will provide vendors the opportunity to network with hosts of the market and official sponsors.

Guests can reserve a free ticket for the event on Facebook. The “Blackity Black Holiday Market” is sponsored by Baird, Wells Fargo, Verizon, SCORE SE and Foureva Media.

Media can download event artwork at bit.ly/BlackityBlackHolidayMarket.

For more information or interview requests, please contact Sarah Lahr at sarahm@radiomilwaukee.org or 815-260-7218.

About HYFIN
HYFIN is a media movement dedicated to playing the full spectrum of Black music and connecting the culture. A pioneer of the Urban Alternative format, Radio Milwaukee launched HYFIN on Juneteenth 2022 with the support of a $450,000 grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. HYFIN broadcasts on-air at 88.9FM HD2, online at hyfin.org and via the HYFIN mobile app. Additionally, HYFIN is simulcast on 88.9FM HD1 from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. every day.

About Radio Milwaukee
Radio Milwaukee (WYMS-88.9FM) has been a positive force for Milwaukee on air, online and in the community since its 2007 launch. Through its creative programming and content, non-commercial Radio Milwaukee utilizes a multimedia platform for creating a better, more inclusive and engaged community. 88Nine broadcasts and streams a unique blend of musical styles, including at least one song by a Milwaukee artist each hour, and short Uniquely Milwaukee stories that foster engagement and positive change. On 88.9FM-HD2 and hyfin.org, the station operates an Urban Alternative channel, HYFIN, that focuses on connecting with young, diverse audiences through the full spectrum of Black music. The organization runs a 24/7 all-Milwaukee music channel at 414Music.fm online and 88.9FM-HD3 on-air. The award-winning station receives the great majority of its financial support from its 6,000 contributing members, more than 150 underwriters and 25 foundations. Learn more about Radio Milwaukee and stream the station at RadioMilwaukee.org or via the Radio Milwaukee mobile app.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. It has not been verified for its accuracy or completeness.