Near West Side Partners

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

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, 2025-06-07 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.

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!

Open Art Therapy Studio
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.

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!

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.

And Then There Was One (A Spoof)
2025-05-30 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-05-31 19:00 - 22:00 | 1925 E Kenilworth Pl, 1925 E Kenilworth Pl, Milwaukee, W, 53202, United States
Prepare yourself for an evening of side-splitting laughter and mystery with our latest production, “And Then There Was One – A Spoof.” This comedic twist on the classic stage mystery is brimming with hilarious sight gags and witty dialogue.
The story unfolds as strangers are mysteriously invited to the secluded Reef Mansion on a tiny, isolated island. None of them know their enigmatic host, who remains conspicuously absent. However, an ominous recording hints at a sinister fate awaiting the guests. As chocolate soldiers inexplicably disappear from the mantel one by one, so do the guests. Even the sharp-witted Inspector Miles is left puzzled by the unfolding events. But don’t worry, the final scene reveals a farcical twist that will leave you in stitches!

Washington Park Monthly Meeting
2025-06-02 17:30 - 18:30 | UMCS, 3910 W Lisbon Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States
Information sharing and an opportunity to connect with neighbors and providers.

Cardio Kickboxing – FREE
2025-06-03 17:30 - 18:00 | Davidson Park, 3725 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
A powerful cardio workout blending kickboxing, hand weights, and emotional release in a supportive, energizing space. Open to all experience levels. Taught by Alvin Wang.

Kickboxing For Wellness
2025-06-03 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-06-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Davidson Park, 3725 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States

Wear Orange Weekend - End Gun Violence
2025-06-06 16:00 - 2025-06-07 20:00 | 4422 W Leon Terrace, Milwaukee, WI 53216, 4422 W Leon Terrance, Milwaukee, 53216
Safe & Sound Announces Wear Orange Weekend:
A Powerful Weekend to End Gun Violence through Advocacy, Remembrance, and Healing
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – June 6, 2025 – Safe & Sound, in proud partnership with Wisconsin Anti-Violence Effort (WAVE), Prolific Arms, City of Milwaukee Office of Community Wellness & Safety, MKE Elevate, WGLB (Where Gospel Lovers Belong) Radio, and other community leaders, invites the public and media to join Wear Orange Weekend 2025 on June 6 and 7 at Safe & Sound (4422 W Leon Terrace, Milwaukee, WI 53216).
Wear Orange Weekend is part of a national movement honoring lives lost and forever changed by gun violence. Originating in 2013 when teens in Chicago wore orange to remember Hadiya Pendleton, the color now symbolizes the call for action and solidarity. This year marks the 11th anniversary of National Gun Violence Awareness observances.
One of the highlights of the weekend is a Youth-Led Press Conference at 9:00AM on Saturday, June 7, featuring Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson. We urge all media outlets to attend and amplify the voices of youth as they call for change and share their vision for safe and empowered neighborhoods.
Event Highlights Include:
Friday, June 6
• End Gun Violence Banner & Say Their Names Flag Display: 4:00PM
• Enough Play: 6:00PM
• Art Heals Workshop (FREE for youth ages 12–18): 6:00–8:00PM
Saturday, June 7
• Youth-Led Press Conference with Mayor Cavalier Johnson: 9:00AM
• Gun Violence Prevention Resource Fair: 9:00AM–12:00PM
• Survivors Healing Workshop (FREE well-being activities for adults—yoga, sound bath, breathwork): 1:00–3:00PM
Throughout the weekend, community members can engage in healing-centered experiences, honor loved ones lost to gun violence, and connect with resources for safer living. A limited number of free orange shirts will be available for participants while supplies last.
To learn more or get involved, please contact: bridget@safesound.org or call 414-220-4780.

8th Annual Promise Zone Bike Ride
2025-06-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Garden Homes Park, 2600 W. Atkinson Ave., Milwaukee
A slow paced 6 mile family-friendly ride will start and end in Garden Homes Park, featuring stops throughout th e ride to highlight various developments and opportunites in the neighborhood. All ages and abilities welcome! The event is free and open to the the public.
Arrive early to take advantage of the free mobile repair station staffed by DreamBikes and the WI Bike Fed – repairs are only available from 9 am to 10 am.
We’ll also have free T-shirts, snacks & prizes! We encourage closed toe shoes and a helmet for safety.
A limited number of bikes are available to rent for the ride, free of charge, courtesy of Bublr Bikes and the Wisconsin Bike Fed. Please register in advance (https://www.cognitoforms.com/NorthwestSideCommunityDevelopmentCorporation/_2025PromiseZoneBikeRideRegistration) if you need to borrow a bike.

Basketball Clinic
2025-06-07 11:00 - 14:00 | Meaux Park, 1904 W Villard Ave
Join Running Rebels for a basketball clinic, with the Ability Center providing opportunities for wheelchair basketball, at the new Meaux Park basketball courts. Clinics are available for youth ages 10 to 16.

Full Moon Canoe
2025-06-10 18:30 - 20:30 | MKE Rowing Club, 1990 N Commerce St.
(For adults & teens) Celebrate the Full Moon with your friends at the UEC! This beginner level paddle will be hosted as the full moon rises in Milwaukee. Those with previous paddling experience are encouraged to join us as we canoe through downtown and try to spot the full moon rising.
Canoeing requires flexibility to get in and out of the vessel, upper body and core strength, and a fair amount of balance. Our staff are happy to assist in launching and disembarking your canoe. Lifeguard certified staff will be your guides on this unique early morning paddle. Pre registration required.
For questions about this program, please contact Director of Community Programs, Cassie Bauer, at cbauer@urbanecologycenter.org or (414) 626-8571 or Director of Environmental Education, Lynn Anders, at landers@urbanecologycenter.org.
For help with the registration process, please contact Program Systems Manager, Augie Rodenbeck, at arodenbeck@urbanecologycenter.org or (414) 626-8518.

Free Educational Event at the Milwaukee County Zoo on a New Surgical Treatment for Epilepsy
2025-06-11 09:30 - 12:00 | Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee, W, 53226, United States
Join us on June 11th from 10 am to noon for a free seminar at the Milwaukee County Zoo to learn more about the benefits and risks of deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy for Epilepsy. Dr. Kyle Swanson, neurosurgeon at Aurora St. Lukes Milwaukee will be presenting. DBS may help reduce the frequency and severity of seizures. DBS therapy is not for everyone. Results may vary. To register visit http://tiny.cc/zooepilepsy. Registration is required. Parking, zoo admission for the day and breakfast are included with registration.

NWSP Landlord Compact Meeting
2025-06-12 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.
