Lovers of gospel music and those who always have wanted to experience it will come together at a “Gospel Jubilee” to raise money for a new Lisbon Avenue Community Health Center.
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TRUE Skool prepares for grand opening at Grand Avenue mall
TRUE Skool starts its 10th year in a large new home on the lower level of The Shops of Grand Avenue’s Plankinton Building. The urban arts program for teens will kick off a series of anniversary events with a grand opening on Gallery Night.
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Favorite of 2013: Long-awaited Packers field opens in Mitchell Park
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service covered a wide range of stories focused on central city neighborhoods during the past year. In the second of a three-part series, Reporter Edgar Mendez explains why his story about the Packers’ football field in Mitchell Park is his favorite of 2013. It was originally published on June 10.
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Rain can’t dampen Mexican Independence Day celebration on South Side
Despite a steady rain, thousands were on hand to celebrate during the 42nd annual UMOS Mexican Independence Day Parade and Festival.
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Visitors travel world in one South Side neighborhood
Undeterred by stormy weather, hundreds of people visited the Silver City neighborhood to partake in the area’s second annual International Food and Art Walk.
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‘Peace bracelet’ highlight of public art display at City Hall
Giant puppets, floats and other works of art created by local artists working with Milwaukee youth were displayed at City Hall.
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Leadership Institute tours Sherman Park
Sherman Park shows its civic pride in a tour of some of its unique community initiatives.
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South Side carnaval highlights diverse Latin cultures
Seventeen Latin countries showcased their unique cultures as the 2013 Latino Carnaval (parade) made its debut on the South Side.
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Truck Studio delivers art to kids in parks
For the 15th summer, Artists Working in Education is taking its free mobile art program, Truck Studio, to 18 parks and playgrounds in city neighborhoods.
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Two-thirds of recreational facilities at county public schools sub-par, study finds
Common Ground unveiled a report that describes the condition of athletic and recreational activities at schools throughout the county to bolster the organization’s Fair Play campaign.