Despite temperatures hovering near the 80-degree mark, neighborhood residents had wintry conditions in mind recently as “Weatherization Fair 2011” took place at Clarke Square Park.
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Posted inEconomic Development, Education, Health and Wellness, Layton Boulevard West, Menomonee Valley, Neighborhoods, News, South
Menomonee Valley Branch of Urban Ecology Center breaks ground
A new satellite facility of the Urban Ecology Center, to be built on the site of an old tavern on the 3700 block of W. Pierce Street, will offer neighborhood schoolchildren and residents a place to learn about the environment. On a recent weekday, dignitaries, children and local residents gathered for the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Urban Ecology Center’s (UEC) Menomonee Valley Branch.
Posted inCommunity, Health and Wellness, Neighborhoods, News, Northwest, Thurston Woods
Patrons, providers welcome healthier meals at Agape Community Center
Patrons are reacting well to the fresh fruits and vegetables and lower-fat dishes now provided three days a week at Agape Community Center.
Posted inClarke Square, Economic Development, Education, Health and Wellness, Neighborhoods, News, South
Long-awaited Longfellow addition breaks ground as community celebrates
The facilities at Longfellow School and Journey House have long been overcrowded and distressed, but that will soon change. Construction has begun on the Journey House Center for Youth and Family Athletics. The new addition will serve both institutions by providing a new cafeteria, kitchen, gym, computer labs and classrooms.
Posted inArts and Recreation, Clarke Square, Economic Development, Health and Wellness, Layton Boulevard West, Neighborhoods, News, Public Safety, South
Cyclists wheel into Mitchell Park and spur bike lanes for Clarke Square
Mitchell Park will be the focal point of Clarke Square on Saturday, Oct. 1, as “Cross the Domes,” a 300-person cyclocross race, and “Clarke Square Moving,” a community fundraising event, take place.
Posted inHealth and Wellness, Lincoln Village, Neighborhoods, News, South
UNCOM Walk for Wellness promotes healthy eating, active living
About 650 people attended the fourth annual UNCOM Walk for Wellness held at Kosciuszko Park on Milwaukee’s South Side.
Posted inClarke Square, Economic Development, Education, Health and Wellness, Neighborhoods, News, South
Long-awaited groundbreaking at Longfellow set for Sept. 16
Groundbreaking for the Journey House Center for Family Learning and Youth Athletics will take place on Sept. 16, at Longfellow Elementary School.
Posted inArts and Recreation, Health and Wellness, Menomonee Valley, Neighborhoods, News, South
Runners, walkers support Hank Aaron State Trail in 5K race
Hundreds of walkers and runners set out from Miller Park on a recent Saturday morning to support the Hank Aaron State Trail. The 5K Run/Walk took participants through the Menomonee Valley along Canal Street, along the river and back to Miller Park.
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Child Health Week kicks off in Milwaukee
The city of Milwaukee is sponsoring the 11th annual Milwaukee Child Health Week from August 12-19.
Posted inHealth and Wellness, Posts from Community, Thurston Woods
Agape moves toward healthier food for community meal program
Agape Community Center is working to provide healthier food for the families who participate in its community meal program.