Near West Side Partners

The Big 4-0, Vol. 2: New Views of the Collection
2025-01-17 08:00 - 2025-05-24 17:00 (America/Chicago) | 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, 53233, United States
The Big 4-0, Vol. 2: New Views of the Collection reimagines the Haggerty Museum of Art’s six lower galleries for the spring semester, presenting an entirely new installation of outstanding works from the Museum’s own holdings. The exhibition expands on collection favorites such as Keith Haring and Salvador Dalí paintings with rarely seen works on paper brought out for the special anniversary. The show of modern and contemporary art contains distinct themes within each gallery such as artistic composition through chance, the role of personal biography, artistic use of commercial printing, and artistic creation following wartime.
The Big 4-0 Vol. 2 is the second of a two-part installation of the exhibition galleries. Vol. 2 features a completely new display to demonstrate the breadth and depth of the Museum’s collection. In combination, the Fall and Spring anniversary exhibitions feature more than 100 works of art. Both installations are curated by Dr. Kirk Nickel, Marc and Lillian Rojtman Curator of European Art.
Support for this exhibition is generously provided by the Emmett J. Doerr Endowment Fund and in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Image: Keith Haring, American, 1958-1990, Construction Fence (detail), 1983, Oil on plywood, 94 1/2 x 1153 1/2 x 3/4 inches, Gift of the artist, Collection of the Haggerty Museum of Art, Marquette University, Keith Haring artwork © Keith Haring Foundation

Parallel Play: The Art of Science & the Science of Art
2025-01-17 10:00 - 2025-05-24 17:00 | 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, 53233, United States
Parallel Play was created as an integral component of Marquette’s Biology class, Creative Problem Solving. This cross-disciplinary course teaches STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) students to embrace divergent thinking as a path to innovative problem solving. Through art-based activities and small group interactions with artists and STEM faculty, the class emphasizes the similarities between the creative processes of scientists and artists. The class is team-taught by Dr. Deanna Arble, Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences and Lynne Shumow, Curator for Academic Engagement, Haggerty Museum of Art.
Featuring work from the Haggerty’s permanent collection, Parallel Play is divided into four sections that coincide with the scientific method—clarify, ideate, develop and implement. Through the exhibited art pieces, connections have been made between the work of artists and scientists with a special emphasis on the essential elements of scientific research—rejection, revision and the formulation of new ideas. Parallel Play aims to demystify the process of innovation across disciplines and to illuminate the multiple routes of discovery and interpretation that art has to offer.
Support for this exhibition is generously provided by the Stackner Family Endowment Fund.
Image: Chris Larkee, American, b. 1983, still from Nanomachine Counterpoint, 2024, Video animation, Collection of the Marquette University Visualization Lab

City on a Hill- Foot Care Clinic
2025-05-07 09:00 - 13:00 | City on a Hill, 2224 West Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53233
Stop by City on a Hill’s monthly Foot Care Clinic for support in the following areas:
Assessment of the foot
Suggestions for maintaining foot health
Trimming toe nails
Reducing callus & corns
Diabetic foot maintenance services

The Beacon: Learn more about Aurora Health Care’s new Health and Wellness Hub
2025-05-07 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-05-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Concordia 27, 801 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Aurora Health Care recently announced a $50 million investment to create a health and wellness center on the near west side of Milwaukee. We want to hear your ideas on how we can improve access to care and make our community healthier. Join us for a community talk. For questions, please contact: communityengagementevents@aah.org

Open Art Therapy Studio
2025-05-07 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-14 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-21 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-28 12:00 - 14:00 | SWIM Movement Room, 831 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
A weekly event to explore the arts as a tool for connection and self-expression. Open to all ages, no experience is needed and all materials are included.

Washington Park Wednesdays Party for the Park!
2025-05-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Urban Ecology Center – Washington Park, 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, 53233, United States
Wednesday, May 7th from 5 to 7 pm at the new Urban Ecology Center – Washington Park
Music: All-vinyl funk and soul sets by DJs Katie Rose, Christopher Brooks, and Wes Tank
Food & Beverages by local vendors, Vennture & Goodkind
Silent Auction with local artwork and great prizes
Admission is $10 for a single ticket and $20 for a family

Women's Self-Defense and Fitness club
2025-05-07 17:45 - 19:00, 2025-05-14 17:45 - 19:00, 2025-05-21 17:45 - 19:00 | Zero to 100 fitness & MMA, 706 n 26th street, Milwaukee, WI, 53233, United States
Every Wednesday … a Women’s only MMA class modified for Self-defense and fitness purposes.
-Threat Assessment
-Class and gym was featured on both Fox 6 and CBS 58
-Great for teens and adults
-Kickboxing
-learn life saving principles & techniques
-Weekly class designed to keep you motivated
-Workout and fitness component each class
$15
10 class’s pass $99
Free with $45 a month fitness
membership

NWSP Landlord Compact Meeting
2025-05-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Concordia 27, 801 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Monthly Landlord Compact Meeting. Please enter the building from the Wells Street lot.

The Beacon: Learn more about Aurora Health Care’s new Health and Wellness Hub
2025-05-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Penfield Children’s Center, 833 N. 26th Street I Email Penfield Children’s Center Main:, Milwaukee,, WI, 53233

Zumba
2025-05-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-22 18:00 - 19:00 | C27 Community Event Space, 831 N 27th St, Milwaukee, W, 53208, United States
Dust off the mid-week blahs and banish the winter darkness as you embrace the increasing light with this dance class. All are welcome.

Breathwork
2025-05-09 12:00 - 12:45, 2025-05-16 12:00 - 12:45, 2025-05-23 12:00 - 12:45 | SWIM Movement Room, 831 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Take a break in your day to reenergize with the power of breath!

Financial Literacy Series
2025-05-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Concordia 27, 801 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Near West Side Partners and Town Bank invite you to participate in an 7-sessions Financial Literacy Series designed to provide essential financial education and practical money management skills.

City on a Hill Health Outreach
2025-05-10 12:00 - 15:00
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 lunch To-Go Prayer Limited Doctor Visits for the uninsured Health Education Social Worke

Mother's Day at The Park
2025-05-10 13:00 - 17:00 | THE NEW STATE MUSIC PARK, 2612 W STATE STREET, Milwaukee, WI, 53233, United States
Join us Saturday, May 10th for our Mother’s Day event at The New State Music Park! We’re excited to be starting off our season of events with this amazing event. We’ll be cleaning up the block with equipment from @keepgreatermilwaukeebeautiful. Besides cleaning, we’ll have performances from local artists @ayainthasky and @inshiningarmour. This year, we’re having an exercise class hosted by @nexthiit.fitness. Come get free flowers from the @bankofflowers to give to your mom!

Near West Side Coffee Social
2025-05-15 07:30 - 10:00 | Concordia 27, 801 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Visit Concordia 27 for coffee and camaraderie! Enjoy a donut while meeting neighbors and others working in the Near West Side.

Washington Park Health and Wellness Fair
2025-05-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Urban Ecology Center – Washington Park, 1859 N 40th St, Milwaukee, 53233, United States
LIVE HEALTHIER & SAFE
WHILE HAVING FUN. FREE ADMISSION
RECEIVE INFORMATION TO GIVE YOU & YOUR FAMILY THE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE LONGER, BETTER, & HAPPIER!

LIVE COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS
HEALTH WORKSHOPS &
SCREENINGS
FITNESS DEMONSTRATIONS
ON-SITE MASSAGES
BIKING DEMONSTRATIONS
STRESS & ANXIETY MANAGEMENT
MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDERS
AND MUC MUCH MORE!

City on a Hill- Vision Clinic
2025-05-21 09:00 - 12:00 | City on a Hill, 2224 West Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53233
Stop by City on a Hill’s monthly Vision Clinic for basic vision screening and eyeglasses.

NWSP 10 Year Anniversary Celebration
2025-05-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Concordia 27, 801 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
For the past decade, collaboration has been at the heart of Near West Side Partners — through the power of partnership we’ve worked to create lasting change in our neighborhoods. Join us for a special celebration as we look ahead to the future of the Near West Side and recognize the impact we’ve made together.
Enjoy an evening of live music, a Taste of the Near West Side featuring Daddy’s Soul Food & Grille, Fruition Cafe, A Goodman’s Desserts and more, plus a special program and awards ceremony recognizing those who have helped make this work possible.

When: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 5-8 p.m.
Program and Awards Ceremony beginning at 6 p.m.
with Special Guest Emcee, Derek Mosley
Where: Concordia 27 | 801 N. 27th Street

Memorial Day - NWSP Office Closed
2025-05-26
In observance of Memorial Day, the NWSP Office will be closed.

In the Hive: Where Community Comes Together
2025-05-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Redeemer Lutheran Church, 631 N. 19th Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53233, United States
Join us for a heart-centered, hands-on art experience where we’ll create something beautiful—together. Each participant will cut, grind, and foil a piece of stained glass that becomes part of a larger, collaborative beehive stained glass panel—a vibrant symbol of unity, healing, and care.
