In urban environments such as Milwaukee there may be few opportunities other than science class to learn about the natural environment. The newly opened Menomonee Valley branch of the Urban Ecology Center is helping to fill that void for south siders.
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Milwaukee Succeeds might be ‘best hope’ for schools, exec says
Longtime community organizer Mike Soika brings his passion for social justice and a “continuous improvement” model to his position as the first director of Milwaukee Succeeds, a year-old community partnership for education reform launched by the Greater Milwaukee Foundation.
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Ground broken for 24-acre park in Menomonee Valley
The multi-faceted revitalization of the Menomonee Valley continues as a groundbreaking ceremony was held recently for a 24-acre park built along the Hank Aaron State Trail.
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Seven Milwaukee nonprofits reap $100,000 from Liberty Mutual
Liberty Mutual Insurance has awarded more than $100,000 to seven local nonprofit organizations through its Facebook campaign, “Like My Community.” COA Youth & Family Centers, One Heartland and Running Rebels each won $30,000.
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Journey House board member wins prestigious award
Timothy Terry, a Journey House board member, has been named one of The Network Journal’s 40-under-Forty Achievement Award winners. The Network Journal is a print and online publication focusing on black professionals and business owners.
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Giant puppets, floats to grace Labor Day parade
Those who missed the giant puppets and other float decorations created for the Summer of Peace All-City People’s Parade will be able to see them at the Labor Day Parade on Sept. 3. The art objects were displayed at City Hall in August.
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Hundreds seeking legal immigrant status pack local church
Though not quite the Dream Act, a presidential order has given eligible undocumented immigrants the opportunity to work and attend school legally in the United States. Organizers estimated that more than 1,000 local residents showed up at a recent application drive for the new “deferred action” immigration policy.
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Walnut Way hosts drought gardening seminar
The hot, dry summer posed extra challenges for gardeners this year and Walnut Way recently addressed those in a special seminar.
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New coordinator provides one-stop-shop for MPS volunteers
New Volunteer Coordinator Heather Aschoff brings a true passion for connecting people who care with the needs of MPS.
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Alice’s Garden honored at Miller Park
Alice’s Garden was recognized again recently for its continued work in Lindsay Heights, this time with a “Go-To-Bat,” award from the Brewers Community Foundation and State Farm Insurance. The award is given to a nonprofit that’s making a positive difference in its community.