Rev-Up MKE, an annual small business contest that aims to revitalize commercial corridors in Milwaukee’s Near West Side, will return on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 5 p.m. in The Rave/Eagles Ballroom as a signature event during Near West Side Week. Admission is free. Past winners include Pete’s Pops, Lisa Kaye Catering, Triciclo Peru MKE, Hands in […]
Near West Side events for Aug. 5-7
Take some time this weekend to enjoy the activities of Milwaukee’s Near West Side. From new parklets to fresh produce, there is no shortage of entertainment this weekend. A ribbon cutting will take place to celebrate a new parklet in partnership with the Wisconsin Bike Fed on Friday, Aug. 5 at 5 p.m. Located […]
Near West Side Partners Inc. selected for “A Community Thrives” grant challenge
Near West Side Partners has been accepted to participate in the “A Community Thrives” grant challenge, a nationwide grantmaking and crowdfunding initiative through the USA Today Network. Near West Side Partners’ inclusion will help support Concordia 27, a community-led collaboration bringing the best of Near West Side services together to provide access to nutritious food, […]
Near West Side Appreciative Inquiry Summit tailored actions for brighter future
In the summer of 2021, a three-day Appreciative Inquiry Summit was held in Milwaukee to explore action for a brighter future for the Near West Side. Near West Side Partners Inc. brought a diverse set of community stakeholders together, including business owners and government officials, to discuss the future of Milwaukee’s Near West Side. Over […]