The Middle Ages is often thought of as a period of heightened religious devotion, especially in the Catholic regions of Western Europe. Looking to the Joan of Arc Chapel at the heart of Marquette’s campus and pulling from the collections […]
Cheeseheads, Swifties, Beatlemaniacs, Trekkies, Whovians, Potterheads, Beyhive, the Cenation, ARMY. People are fans of all sorts of things. But what makes someone a fan? Is there a difference between enjoying something and being a fan of that thing? Affirmation/Transformation considers “creation” […]
Teams of Near West Side enthusiasts are encouraged to participate in a virtual scavenger hunt, with missions and clues directing participants to explore the Near West Side and discover its hidden gems while competing for prizes. The scavenger hunt will launch via the GooseChase app at noon on Thursday, Sept. 12 and will close at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15. Additional details and rules are available here.
Near West Side Partners and Menomonee Valley Partners are teaming up for a family-friendly bike ride through the Valley and Near West Side neighborhoods. Two routes are available for those of all abilities, and bike resources and tune ups will be available from the Milwaukee Bicycle Collective. Cool off with a Pete's Pop at the finish and enjoy food from local vendors.
The Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University presents an exhibition in celebration of its 40th anniversary. Curated by Dr. Kirk Nickel, Marc and Lillian Rojtman Curator of European Art, the show comprises a two-part installation of the exhibition galleries, […]
City on a Hill Health Outreach @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Offered this month: Community Health Outreach COVID-19 Vaccine – 1st, 2nd doses + booster vaccines available -appointment preferred Free bag of groceries & Hygiene items To-Go Nutritious hot […]
Visit the Near West Side's unique small businesses during the NWS Brew City Match Business Crawl. Meet the owners and learn how this program helped bring their business dreams to life. Visit https://brewcitymatch.com/ for more details.