Express Yourself Milwaukee is returning to its original location in June, when it opens a studio at Running Rebels Central on Fond Du Lac Avenue.
Lindsay Heights
Vacant lots in Lindsay Heights to be developed into urban garden oasis
The Adams Garden Park, a mixed-use garden center and community gathering place, is being developed by Larry and Sharon Adams, founders of Walnut Way.
Commons provides healthy food oasis in Lindsay Heights
Walnut Way’s Innovations and Wellness Commons has filled a void in Lindsay Heights, a neighborhood short on healthy food options.
Daddy Daughter Dance draws droves of dedicated dads
The Daddy Daughter Dance is held just once a year, but participants say it creates a lasting impact for those involved.
Johnsons Park revitalization culminates dozen-year effort in Lindsay Heights
Johnsons Park had fallen into disrepair until an initiative spearheaded by the Center for Resilient Cities transformed it into a space for sports, recreation and entertainment.
Executive director Vernon replaced at Walnut Way
Hired to replace the retiring Sharon Adams as executive director of Walnut Way Conservation Corp. in June, LaShawndra Vernon has been voted out by the organization’s board of directors.
Historic Wally Schmidt Tavern redeveloped in disinvested neighborhood
A new development model makes Lindsay Heights residents co-owners and co-developers of a renovated, job-creating property that houses small businesses and a sit-down restaurant.
North Side entrepreneurs pitch ideas at St. Ann Center business incubator
St. Ann Center hosted its second incubator to help startups launch or expand businesses in the 53205 and 53206 ZIP codes.
North Side Business Incubator to provide expert guidance on branding, securing loans and mentoring
Business hopefuls who participate in the upcoming business incubator at St. Ann Center’s Bucyrus Campus will receive plenty of new business benefits – all free of charge. All they need to do is fill out a business questionnaire online at www.StAnnCenter.org/biz. The first 20 applicants with legitimate applications will be accepted (There are currently 13 spots still available.).
Running Rebels leader still inspired by his late mother
Running Rebels Executive Director Victor Barnett shares how his youth organization has influenced others for more than 35 years.
