The popularity of Layton Boulevard West Neighbors’ Most Improved Porch contest led two other communities to sponsor similar contests this summer. Winners will be announced Nov. 22.
College Possible puts 300 high school juniors to the test
More than 300 low-income students are spending Saturday mornings practicing for the ACT test, as part of their participation in College Possible.
Partnership fills arts, humanities void for MPS students
Milwaukee Public School (MPS) budget cuts over the years have led to the elimination of many full-time art teacher positions. In response, MPS and local organizations created a program to fill the void, allowing thousands of Milwaukee youth to participate in innovative community-based programs.
Zilber takes aim at Target to help promote art, literacy at MPS
Elementary school children from four Milwaukee Public Schools enjoyed a day of art, reading and more with volunteers from Milwaukee-area Target stores. The project was initiated by the Zilber Family Foundation.
Multi-generational cooking class encourages healthy eating
Teens and seniors are learning to cook healthy “soul food” at a pilot African Heritage and Health cooking class at the COA Goldin Center.
Journey House aims to bring music to Clarke Square youth
Journey House, an organization focused on education and neighborhood revitalization, is expanding its services to include a music program for young people.
Neighbors celebrate fall, fun and family at Harvest Day
Walnut Way Conservation Corp. celebrated its 12th annual Harvest Day Festival with a parade, music, face painting and more.
Colorful apparel livens up UNCOM wellness event
Hundreds of people from nine neighborhood centers walked, listened to music and enjoyed a healthy meal and the annual wellness walk sponsored by UNCOM’s Milwaukee Childhood Obesity Prevention Project.
Little libraries have big impact in Lindsay Heights
Five Little Free Libraries are being installed in Lindsay Heights with the goal of fostering literacy and creating community.
Special Report: New program to keep incarcerated juveniles close to home
For the past year, male juveniles from Milwaukee County sentenced to incarceration were sent four hours north to the Copper Lake and Lincoln Hills schools in Irma, Wis. Recent changes approved by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors will keep some high-risk young offenders in the county, saving taxpayers money and enabling the young men to remain closer to their families and rehabilitative resources.
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