One year after the Ripple Effect program was announced, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee and its partners are bringing lessons about leadership and conflict resolution to students at five local clubs.
‘Expectations high’ for Carmen’s new north side campus
The Carmen High School of Science and Technology has been working with future neighbors on the north side as it prepares its new campus.
Students explore arts careers through internships
The MPS Arts Internship Program gave 58 area high school students the chance to work at an arts organization during the summer.
Film, food and fun fill empty lot in Metcalfe Park
Residents of Metcalfe Park teamed up with Safe & Sound and the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to host a movie night that drew more than 100 residents.
Youth offered guidance at Career Night
Students from Our Next Generation, local organizations and the neighborhood had a chance to explore 30 careers by talking with local volunteers.
Couple donates Little Free Library to International Learning Center
The International Learning Center at Neighborhood House is the latest group to install a Little Free Library, making it easy for students and neighbors to borrow books.
Fondy Farm takes emergency measures to fight drought
A new pump and irrigation system have been installed at Fondy Food Center’s farm to deal with months of drought that have left fields almost empty.
Veteran marks 70 years of Fourth of July parades
Eugene Kotowski has participated in Fourth of July parades for 70 years, starting a tradition that continues with his nieces, nephews, children and grandchildren.
Fair and walk promote health and safety
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Milwaukee partnered with the Hillside Family Resource Center for the first time to host the clubs’ annual walk and health fair.
Neighbors eager for new ecology center to open
Urban Ecology Center’s new location in the Menomonee Valley won’t open until September, but nearby residents already are on board.
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