Multi-Sport Court Named a MANDI Finalist
The Milwaukee Bucks & Johnson Controls Multi-Sport Complex at Browning Elementary and Silver Spring Neighborhood Center has been named a MANDI (Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation) finalist for the Brewers Community Foundation Public Space Award. This dynamic new neighborhood asset has provided community members a safe place to enjoy sports, create friendships, and learn the values of teamwork. Winners will be announced April 11th at the MANDI awards dinn
CNI Welcomes Visitors to the Neighborhood
Westlawn Gardens and the Choice Neighborhood Initiative welcomed several groups of visitors to the neighborhood this month. Among the visitors, classes from Ripon College and Marquette University stopped by to learn about housing and urban policy, and colleagues from Marquette University and Near West Side Partners visited to discuss best practices to support their new Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant. It's always enjoyable to share the many great things happening in the ne
Rawhide Counseling Services at SSNC
We are pleased to announce that Rawhide Youth and Family Counseling is now offering services out of the Silver Spring Neighborhood Center. Rawhide offers a wealth of knowledge and resources for those struggling with behavioral and mental health issues. Their therapists provide professional care focused on the multiple dimensions of life - spiritual, cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and social. To learn more or make an appointment, visit rawhide.org/strongfamily or call 1-877
Safe & Sound Celebrates Neighborhood Champions
Our important community partner Safe & Sound celebrated its 20th anniversary with a "Night to Unite" celebration on October 13th. This event honored individuals who have worked alongside Safe & Sound to build community across Milwaukee. We are thankful to have great partners like Safe & Sound working alongside the Choice Neighborhood Initiative everyday! Read more about the event here. #SafeSound #Neighborhood #NeighborhoodAsset
SEAEAD Moves to the Neighborhood!
The Choice Neighborhood Initiative welcomes Southeast Asian Educational Development of Wisconsin (SEAED) to the Asian Market Phongsavan, located in the Choice Neighborhood at 6300 N. 76th Street. SEAED's mission is to create a thriving Southeast Asian American community across Wisconsin. Please join us in welcoming this wonderful organization to the neighborhood and stop by the next time you are at the market (Suite 227). #NeighborhoodAsset #Neighborhood
CNI Planning Grant for Near West Side
On October 10, HUD Regional Administrator Joe Galvan joined Mayor Barrett and other dignitaries to award Marquette University and the Near West Side Partners a $1.3 million Choice Neighborhood planning grant! The award will allow residents and community stakeholders to come together to develop a plan to improve opportunities throughout the neighborhood, including renovations at HACM's College Court buildings (pictured in the background). #Neighborhood #HUD #NearWestSidePartne
Community Gathers for Dinner and a Movie!
The Silver Spring Neighborhood Center, Westlawn Resident Council, Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership, Choice Neighborhood Initiative, and the Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Reasons for Hope Fund teamed up to host a community family fun night which included dinner & the movie "Coco"! Residents from all over the neighborhood came to Browning Elementary to enjoy the festivities and build stronger community relationships! #Neighborhood #SilverSpringNeighborhoodCenter #People
Good for the Soul, Good for the Community
Thursday, August 16th wrapped up "That's Good for the Soul," a 3-part series launched in partnership with Browning Elementary School, Silver Spring Neighborhood Center, and the Westlawn Resident Council as a way to strengthen relationships and further build community. The series was funded by United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County as a part of the Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership. The series kicked off in early spring with a fitness event (Fit4U) and nutriti
Summer Block Party and Walk with the Mayor
On Thursday, August 16th, the Westlawn Resident Council, Silver Spring Neighborhood Center and Choice Neighborhood Initiative hosted the Summer Block Party & Walk with the Mayor at Westlawn Gardens! Hundreds of people gathered on a beautiful summer night to enjoy free music, food, games, activities, and resources from many CNI partners. We were thrilled to be able to offer over 500 school-aged children free backpacks and school supplies with the support of Stark Foods, the We
Wonderfully Wild Wednesdays at MPL Express
The Milwaukee Public Library held its third Wonderfully Wild Wednesday at the MPL Express vending library on August 15. Library Manager Kim Boldt and staff have used the special events to bring kids and families together for fun activities such as tie-dyeing, camping and Miss Kim's Wacky Animals, all while connecting them to library resources. The MPL Express is located at N. 64th & W. Silver Spring Drive and is the only 24/7 vending library in the Midwest! Learn more about
