Three Bridges Park completes Menomonee Valley transformation

Three Bridges Park completes Menomonee Valley transformation

May 17, 2013
The last major project of the $26 million From the Ground Up initiative to connect the Valley to surrounding neighborhoods is the recently named Three Bridges Park, which opens to the public on July 20.

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New environmental charter school to focus on real-world projects

New environmental charter school to focus on real-world projects

May 16, 2013
The Milwaukee Environmental Sciences school on the west side is seeking pre-K-5th-grade students for its inaugural class.

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Harling credits mom for inspiring civic passion

Harling credits mom for inspiring civic passion

May 15, 2013
Stephanie Harling, executive director of Havenwoods Economic Development Corp., says negative perceptions of the neighborhood ‘couldn’t be further from the truth.’

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Amani youth art show complements Bloom and Groom

Amani youth art show complements Bloom and Groom

May 14, 2013
Colorful artwork portraying the aspirations of neighborhood youth and vibrant flowers combined to brighten up the Amani neighborhood.

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Art picks up ‘STEAM’ at TEDxHarambee

Art picks up ‘STEAM’ at TEDxHarambee

May 13, 2013
TEDxHarambee focused on using the arts as a tool to foster creativity and innovation in addressing societal issues.

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53rd Street School principal provides reasons for students to believe

53rd Street School principal provides reasons for students to believe

May 10, 2013
Principal Bridgette Hood of the 53rd Street School realized early in life that she had a passion for helping children. She demonstrates that passion during every waking moment.

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College Possible seniors anticipate graduation at year-end celebration

College Possible seniors anticipate graduation at year-end celebration

May 9, 2013
With their college choices made, four students joined fellow College Possible seniors at a year-end graduation celebration.

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New group aims to support Native American women, strengthen community

New group aims to support Native American women, strengthen community

May 8, 2013
Five Native American professional women have formed an organization to mentor and support women and girls in their community.

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Agape development director sees his job as ‘purveyor of hope’

Agape development director sees his job as ‘purveyor of hope’

May 7, 2013
Agape Community Center’s Al Luzi brings a personal touch and an appetite for service to Thurston Woods residents.

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Study analyzes quality of Milwaukee after-school programs

Study analyzes quality of Milwaukee after-school programs

May 6, 2013
One part of a multifaceted long-range study examining Milwaukee after-school programs is complete. Findings suggest ties between these programs and improvement in student social behavior, confidence and academic progress.

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