By Brenna Gonderman Autumn has arrived. The days are getting shorter and the dawn of digital learning has begun. In order to help slow the spread of COVID-19 Milwaukee schools remain closed. But most families cannot afford to put their lives on hold. Working at a local childcare and youth center I have watched virtual […]
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Posted inCommentary & Opinion, Cultural Commentarhy, Harambee Connection, Neighborhood News
Living Black – On Black Experience
By Ellen C WarrenI know that there is a lot to take in and digest right now regarding the injustices heaped upon Black people, as well as other people of color. But I invite you to continue learning, even when it gets painful. Some folks don’t have a choice.On that note, I wish to share […]
Posted inBlack History, Commentary & Opinion, Editorials, Telling Our Stories
Black Lives Matter
The Riverwest Currents will add comments and information about the struggle for justice and fair and equitable treatment for all citizens and residents of our neighborhood, city, state, and country. To view full version of archived stories below click on the Headline. A message from Historic Milwaukee Inc. Links to Americas Black Holocaust Museum, Wisconsin […]
Posted inNeighbor Spotlight
Neighbor Spotlight: Margaret Vasterling
“I came to Riverwest in 1986,” says Margaret. “I was living on the east side, and the duplex was sold. I had thirty days to get out. I had two children living with me. And two dogs. And a cockatiel. I was working for Curative and was contracted to Froedtert.” A child that Margaret was […]
Posted inMusic & Events, Neighborhood News
Currents Calendar February 2017
1 WEDNESDAY ART BAR “Great” Poetry Readings 7PM HIGH DIVE Thistledown Thunders 10PM INVIVO WELLNESS Mindfulness For Real: Session 1 – The Real Body (part of 4-session course; sign up (414) 265-5606 or invivowellness.com, 10:30-11:30AM $15 LINNEMAN’S 1001 E Locust, Acoustic Open Stage feat. Cullah; sign-up 8:30PM // starts 9PM $6, $8 […]