Our Community

Posted: August 25th, 2010 under Act Now, North Avenue Neighborhood Alliance, Our Community, Schedule of Events.
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Last year, the 88Nine Neighborhood Project opened our eyes to a whole new production paradigm at 88Nine. From beginning to end, the process was intensely collaborative, which allowed us to present stories that were at times fun, at times moving, and always intimate. Without being overly heavy-handed or high-minded, we took on difficult conversations about community, race, socioeconomics, and many other issues, all within the framework of first-person narratives.

This year, we will use a similar collaborative approach to tracking down stories, but with a new overarching theme. Whereas last year we had an inwards focus (“take care of your block” and “work in your neighborhood”), this year the focus will turn outwards – our listeners will be encouraged to present their neighborhood as well as get out and explore new parts of the city. The tagline of the series, “Love where you live,” will be interpreted in two ways: (I) take pride in your own neighborhood’s rich culture and (II) discover what other Milwaukee neighborhoods have to offer.

As the central part of our campaign, for each of our seven weeks, we will focus on a different Milwaukee neighborhood. The neighborhoods, in no particular order, are Lindsay Heights, Clarke Square, Martin Drive, Havenswoods, Walker’s Point, Harambee, and East Tosa.The audio pieces covering each neighborhood will be tailored to the unique history, culture, and character of each neighborhood.

Posted: April 29th, 2010 under Our Community.
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Luthern Home invites you to participate in these FREE seminars, open to the public.  Participate in one or all. 

“Early Evaluation & Review of Behavior Treatment Medications”  Wednesday, August 19, 2009

“When do Patients & Loved Ones Qualify for Hospice?” Wednesday, September 16, 2009.

“Domestic Violence” Wednesday,September 29, 2009.

All seminars start at 8:00am. Complimentary breakfast will be served. 1 free CEU credit available with professional license.

RSVP 414-258-6171 ext. 744.  For more information visit www.thelutheranhome.com

Posted: July 15th, 2009 under Niche, Shopping, Dining & Services, Our Community.
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The Victory Garden Initiative, Transition Milwaukee, Community Growers, and other partners will attempt to answer that question on Memorial Day weekend, when teams of volunteers will install gardens at a number of sites around Milwaukee. Planned sites include private homes, a rooftop garden at a local business, a food pantry, a church, and schools. The goal is to bring attention to the importance of cultivating community resilience through gardening – anywhere and everywhere, and now!There has never been a better time for gardening!
• Provides food security in an unstable economy.
• Reduces our dependence on fossil fuels.
• Know where you food comes from and how it’s grown.

How you can help:
• Come play in the dirt with us! Email gretchenmead@hotmail.com or call 414-943-0109 to volunteer.
• Gather a team and start your own garden project! Get help and learn more at thevictorygardeninitiative.com.
• Donate. We need soil, lumber, plants, rainbarrels, and more. Cash & material donations are much appreciated… and tax-deductible!
• Spread the word! Call or email your friends, share this flier, write a letter to your local paper, post or make an announcement at your church, school, workplace, or organization. Let’s get growing!

This is a grassroots movement.
Move grass. Grow food.
thevictorygardeninitiative.com

Posted: May 14th, 2009 under Neighborhoods, Our Community, Schedule of Events.
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Every Day is EARTH Day!

Wednesday, April 29th, 5 – 7 pm  (drop in anytime)
Firefly Room at the Wauwatosa Library, North Avenue and 76th Street

Bring your family and join us at an informational open house and learn how you can help make Wauwatosa a green and sustainable city. The event is free and open to the public. Bring your questions & ideas to share with experts and enthusiasts from 20 areas. Read more »

Posted: April 15th, 2009 under Our Community, Schedule of Events.
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In April of 2009, residents and businesses of East Tosa were invited to join a Neighborhood Discussion.  Over thirty people attended.  Attendees shared their impressions of North Avenue now and their vision for what they want on North Avenue.   Click here to view the meeting minutes.

Posted: April 7th, 2009 under Alliance Meetings, Neighborhoods, Our Community, Schedule of Events.
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Join Molly at Cranky Al’s for Tuesdays at Ten storytime.  Molly engages children in reading, singing and socializing  – while you can enjoy a cup of coffee and breakfast.  Stop by every Tuesday at 10am at Cranky Al’s.  For more details, visit www.tuesdaysatten.blogspot.com or call Molly at 414.303.0799.

Posted: March 27th, 2009 under Neighborhoods, Niche, Shopping, Dining & Services, Schedule of Events.
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Wauwatosa Mayor to Host First Town Hall Meeting
Meeting to Focus on Hart Park and Community Issues

Wauwatosa Mayor Jill Didier is pleased to announce her first town hall meeting to be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Garden Room of the Muellner Building, 7300 Chestnut Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53213.

The meeting will focus on Wauwatosa’s Hart Park, the city’s center for recreation and community events.  Mayor Didier and city officials will update the community on recent improvements to the park and plans for further development.  Wauwatosa residents are invited to join the Mayor to ask questions and talk about community issues and concerns.  A majority of Common Council members may be present, but no action will be taken.

For more information on the meeting, please call David Brinker at 414-479-8900 ext. 5605 or email dbrinker@wauwatosa.net.

Posted: March 13th, 2009 under Our Community, Schedule of Events.
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Enjoy lunch at Tosa’s newest hot spot – Juniper 61.
Tuesday – Thursday 11am to 10pm
Friday – Saturday 11am to 11pm

Watch for more information on their upcoming brunch hours.

Posted: February 7th, 2009 under Niche, Shopping, Dining & Services, Our Community.
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The North Avenue Neighborhood Alliance, in collaboration with East Town Business and Merchant’s Association, Inglewood Heights, Old Hillcrest, Pabst Park, Tosa East Town and Washington Highlands Neighborhood Associations,  submitted a grant to fund the development of a comprehensive, long-term master plan that best reflects the vision for North Avenue East Tosa.   This grant will be used to develop a plan and corresponding tactics for implementation to support economic sustainability on North Avenue from 60^th-76^th Streets.  Click Block Grant to view a complete version of the grant.

Planning Task Force

If you are interested being part of the Planning Task Force, feel you have experience that will help in this process, and can commit to the meeting schedule, please complete the form below.  Note, we will limit the size of the task force to ensure it is a workable size.

Posted: December 15th, 2008 under North Avenue Neighborhood Alliance, Our Community, Recent Success.
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