After leading a charge to galvanize more support for the Social Development Commission, the Rev. Walter Lanier has been appointed to the SDC Board of Commissioners.
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5 things to know and do the week of Oct. 30
Prepare to tech-or-treat; take your kid to get a free haircut; brush up on your line dancing skills; attend a presentation on housing; and encourage children to attend the weekly after-school club at the Milwaukee Public Library Zablocki Branch.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of July 21
Connect with individuals at Milwaukee Recreation’s ice cream social; dance away at COA Youth & Family Centers’ kids prom; celebrate Latino Conservation Week at the park; learn how to fix your bike; and apply for Safe & Sound’s essay contest.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of May 12
Learn about plant life with Urban Ecology Center; celebrate with El Rey Foods as it turns 45; attend Safe & Sound’s “Safe Summer Kickoff”; participate in yoga and pet baby goats while supporting agricultural education; and celebrate Mother’s Day at events across the city.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of April 21
Check out two new exhibitions at Walker’s Point Center for the Arts; listen to music and think about peace at South Division High School; join Milwaukee Riverkeeper during its annual citywide cleanup; attend a community cleanup in Johnsons Park hosted by Red Bike and Green-Milwaukee; and support the youth open mic hosted by Safe & Sound.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of Feb. 17
Don’t forget to vote early (last day is Saturday); attend a puppet show based on “Magical Black Tears Experience”; check out a community wellness fair; join a Wisconsin Black Historical Society kids tour; and hear stories of Black environmentalists.
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Safe & Sound recognizes ‘selfless’ neighborhood leaders
Strapped for resources, many central city neighborhoods rely on the dedication and hard work of volunteers. Safe & Sound recently honored 69 community leaders.