Harambee Community Association

04/08/2022

Keefe Avenue Safety Task Force Thursday April 14 @ 6pm.

3501 N 6th Street

Please join us in our 1st in-person meeting of 2022! Keefe Avenue Safety Task Force would like to hear your questions, comments, and concerns as well welcome new business!
Come meet new business owner, Lacheryl Ellis, founder of House of Soul Lounge, formly known as Oldies but Goodies. House of Soul Lounge is applying for a class B liquior license and want a transparent conversation with the community.
Light refreshments will be served.

03/07/2022

The Harambee Neighborhood Improvement District's (HNID) 2022 Annual Meeting is back in person this year. Saturday March 12th 10-12pm @ Ebenezer Ministry located at 3132 N Dr. MLK Jr Drive.

Please bring proof that you live in the approved HNID boundaries, Driver's License/mail.

Hear about the grant processes, and vote on the new board.
If you cannot attend please visit

https://www.riverworksmke.org/nid-nominations to get more info and vote on the board, bios are included.

02/18/2022

Tomorrow Feb 19th 12pm

Come join the Friends of Rose Park for a hot cup of coffee or cocoa and take a stroll through the park!

We will be handing out drinks, park maps, and scavenger hunts from noon to 2 pm. Come by anytime to have a cup and get some steps in!

Dress warm, and we'll see you there!

02/08/2022

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Hey Milwaukee folks....did you know there is a mayoral race happening? The primary is Feb 15th, next Tuesday. Wards have changed, which means your polling place may have changed. Please check the link below for your polling place, sample ballot etc....

My Vote

02/02/2022

Check out our latest newsletter from Riverworks

https://www.riverworksmke.org/.../riverworks-newsletter...

02/02/2022

Join Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity for their upcoming weekly community engagement series!

02/01/2022

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12/17/2021

Eyes on Milwaukee: Arts and Culture Hub Planned For W. North Ave.

Another new development coming to southern Harambee!

Melissa Allen will develop home for Bronzeville Center for the Arts.

12/15/2021

Habitat for Humanity continues partnership with City to build new housing in Harambee Neighborhood | The Milwaukee Independent

Great to have Habitat doing construction and bringing new homes and homeowners to the neighborhood!

Habitat for Humanity continues partnership with City to build new housing in Harambee Neighborhood Posted by Correspondent | Dec 14, 2021 | Curated, Featured | The City of Milwaukee and Habitat for Humanity announced the continuation of their strong partnership to build new homes in the Harambee nei...

12/06/2021

Sunday Dec 12 11-3pm 3700 N Fratney Street

Riverworks presents another 53212Marketplace with over 20 local vendors. Find unique locally and fair trade made gifts for everyone you know. Artisan foods, art, jewelry, body products, candles, home goods and more.

Check out the new brewery Amorphic Beer

The Daily Bird will be on hand for coffee and bakery and Clarke Sausage is bringing a few sammies.

https://www.riverworksmke.org/53212marketplace

Masks highly recommended

11/24/2021

11/23/2021

Have thoughts on where future ARPA funds should go? Make your voice hear!

11/22/2021

Sunday Dec 12 11-3pm. 3700 N Fratney. Riverworks presents another 53212Marketplace with over 20 local vendors. Find unique locally and fair trade made gifts for everyone you know. Artisan foods, art, jewelry, body products, candles, home goods and more. Masks highly recommended

11/22/2021

Can still get free turkey if you get there before they're gone!

11/18/2021

Drive on up to HeartLove Place to receive your free turkey!

10/31/2021

Last market of the season. Come get your produce, flowers, CHEESE, eggs, soup, sauces, pickled veggies, bakery, body products, dog treats, candles, and more. 2700 N Pierce. 10-3pm, EBT accepted

10/24/2021

Fall Frolic today Sunday Oct 24 10-12pm. Pumpkin decorating and locally made treats. Costume Contest for pets and their people. Judging happens at 12pm. While supplies last .....

Special thanks to Riverworks, Neighborhood Improvement Development Corporation/City of Milwaukee and the Riverwest Farmers Market

Fall Frolic this Sunday Oct 24 10-12pm. Pumpkin decorating and locally made treats. Costume Contest for pets and their people. Judging happens at 12pm. While supplies last .....

Special thanks to Riverworks, Neighborhood Improvement Development Corporation/City of Milwaukee and the Riverwest Farmers Market

10/17/2021

Farmers Market til 3pm.....produce, bakery, prepared food, jams, sauces, tea, kombucha, pickled veggies, body products, art, jewelry and more ....2700 N Pierce. EBT accepted

10/13/2021

HCA City, County & State Budget Info Session

HCA City, County & State Budget Info Session

10/13/2021

HCA City, County & State Budget Info Session

HCA City, County & State Budget Info Session

10/13/2021

There's a lot happening in the neighborhood! Join us to hear the news and share your thoughts! Pulling together to build a strong community!

Register at bit.ly/39CXDgF

10/13/2021

Fall Frolic Sunday October 24 from 10-12pm....pumpkin decorating along with a costume contest for pets and their people. Special thanks to the Neighborhood Improvement Development Corporation/City of Milwaukee, Riverworks and the Riverwest Farmer's Market

10/13/2021

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Selling Milwaukee DNR Office

Eyes on Milwaukee: State Selling Milwaukee DNR Office

Property occupies prominent corner in Bronzeville.

10/12/2021

Harambee Building Named For Reuben and Mildred Harpole

Harambee Building Named For Reuben and Mildred Harpole

Bader Philanthropies announced its naming of the Harpole Building on N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.

10/08/2021

Wednesday Oct 13 6pm....hear from city, county and state representatives about their perspective budgets.....via Zoom. Registration link in the image

10/07/2021

Beerline Trail and B-Line Park Logo Unveiling...this Saturday Oct 9 11-12:30pm. @ the Trail entrance near Richards and Keefe

10/05/2021

Beerline Trail and B-Line Park Logo Unveiling...this Saturday Oct 9 11-12:30pm. @ the Trail entrance near Richards and Keefe

10/03/2021

Farmers Market....Many vendors here today on the 2700 block of N Pierce. It's not raining...come get all this amazing produce, bakery, flowers, honey, sauces, eggs, body products and more. EBT accepted.

09/29/2021

SURVEY: PLEASE VOTE ON THE NEW B LINE PARK LOGO!

*We invite YOU to vote on the B-Line Park Logo!*

The Beerline Trail continues to be a catalyst for economic prosperity, workforce development, health and creativity. The trail will now be home to a major linear park development, i.e. the B-Line Park, which is the section of the Beerline Trail that runs from Richards and Keefe to the Capitol Drive overpass.

Click below, on the image, to be apart of the continued growth of the Beerline trail by submitting your vote for the new B-Line Park logo!

You've heard about it, now vote on it! Help us choose a logo for the coming B Line Park located along the Beerline Trail!The Beerline Trail is a catalyst for economic prosperity, workforce development, health and creativity. The trail will now be home to a major linear park development, i.e. the B

09/28/2021

SURVEY: PLEASE VOTE ON THE NEW B LINE PARK LOGO!

The Beerline Trail continues to be a catalyst for economic prosperity, workforce development, health and creativity. The trail will now be home to a major linear park development, i.e. the B-Line Park, which is the section of the Beerline Trail that runs from Richards and Keefe to the Capitol Drive overpass.

Here's your chance to vote on the new B Line Park logo!

You've heard about it, now vote on it! Help us choose a logo for the coming B Line Park located along the Beerline Trail!The Beerline Trail is a catalyst for economic prosperity, workforce development, health and creativity. The trail will now be home to a major linear park development, i.e. the B

09/26/2021

Farmers Market tomorrow, Sunday 10-3pm. 2700 N Pierce (Center-Hadley). Produce, flowers, prepared food, bakery, pickled veggies, jams/jellies, sauces/dressings, tea/kombucha, body products, art, jewelry and more EBT accepted.

09/25/2021

SURVEY: PLEASE VOTE ON THE NEW B LINE PARK LOGO!

*We invite YOU to vote on the B-Line Park Logo!*

The Beerline Trail continues to be a catalyst for economic prosperity, workforce development, health and creativity. The trail will now be home to a major linear park development, i.e. the B-Line Park, which is the section of the Beerline Trail that runs from Richards and Keefe to the Capitol Drive overpass.

Click below to be apart of the continued growth of the Beerline trail by submitting your vote for the new B-Line Park logo!

https://survey.app.do/please-vote-on-the-new-b-line-park...

You've heard about it, now vote on it! Help us choose a logo for the coming B Line Park located along the Beerline Trail!The Beerline Trail is a catalyst for economic prosperity, workforce development, health and creativity. The trail will now be home to a major linear park development, i.e. the B

09/24/2021

SURVEY: PLEASE VOTE ON THE NEW B LINE PARK LOGO!

*We invite YOU to vote on the B-Line Park Logo!*

The Beerline Trail continues to be a catalyst for economic prosperity, workforce development, health and creativity. The trail will now be home to a major linear park development, i.e. the B-Line Park, which is the section of the Beerline Trail that runs from Richards and Keefe to the Capitol Drive overpass.

Click below to be apart of the continued growth of the Beerline trail by submitting your vote for the new B-Line Park logo!

https://survey.app.do/please-vote-on-the-new-b-line-park...

You've heard about it, now vote on it! Help us choose a logo for the coming B Line Park located along the Beerline Trail!The Beerline Trail is a catalyst for economic prosperity, workforce development, health and creativity. The trail will now be home to a major linear park development, i.e. the B

09/24/2021

Harambee Residents:

Don't forget to stop by WestCare (335 W. Wright) from 1-3:30pm tomorrow to complete a short community survey and grab a FREE picnic lunch! 🌭😀

09/22/2021

The Ambition Center is now open. Looking for a work space? Need an office with a conference room close by? Check this awesome new space. Located at 530 E Vienna Avenue.

https://www.ambitioncentermke.org/

09/21/2021

Eyes on Milwaukee: Project Brings Affordable Housing to Harambee

Eyes on Milwaukee: Project Brings Affordable Housing to Harambee

Developer Melissa Allen's Bronzeville Estates creates 30 units in area she loves.

09/19/2021

Farmers Market 10-3pm. 2700 N Pierce. Runs every Sunday through Oct 31. Check out the beautiful bounty. Produce, flowers, bakery, prepared food, tea, kombucha, pickled veggies, jams, sauces/dressings, body products, honey, candles, art, jewelry and more. EBT/Market Match accepted.

09/16/2021

Six programs to check out if you want to be financially fit

Riverworks can help with your financial health

Here are some programs to help you develop financial literacy skills.

07/07/2021

6th District Town Hall meeting in Kern Park has been canceled due to inclement weather. It will be rescheduled

05/27/2021

A first-time developer -- and model and photographer -- will transform dilapidated Harambee site into collective working and learning space

A first-time developer -- and model and photographer -- will transform dilapidated Harambee site into collective working and learning space

Valor Creative plans to operate "a creative collective space" featuring a wood shop, photography and videography studio and a resource center.

05/20/2021

10 Black Owned Vegan Eats in Milwaukee

Black owned Vegan Eats

The Milwaukee area offers an ample number of Black owned vegan eats. Whether you’re craving a meal, snack, or dessert, there’s something you’ll surely love.

04/08/2021

Milwaukee Habitat kicks off initiative to build 80 new homes in Harambee neighborhood

Milwaukee Habitat kicks off initiative to build 80 new homes in Harambee neighborhood

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity leaders and supporters on Wednesday raised the first wall of a new house in Harambee, kicking off the organization's effort to build 80 new affordable homes in the city's north side neighborhood.

03/20/2021

Eyes on Milwaukee: Small Apartment Building Planned for Harambee

New housing development planned for 5th & Ring

Three-story building will expand senior housing complex on near North Side.

03/13/2021

Harambee NID 2020 Election

Now it's time to VOTE for the 2021 Harambee Neighborhood Improvement District Board of Directors.

All 2021 candidates will present at the Annual Board Meeting on Saturday, March 13 at 10am. The Annual Meeting will stream on Zoom and Facbook LIVE or can be found on this page, after the meeting. 

03/13/2021

Harambee NID 2020 Election

The election for the Harambee Neighborhood Improvement District Board of Directors is happening now! If you live between Humboldt & 7th Street and Center Street to Capital Drive. Make sure to cast your vote! www.riverworksmke.org/harambee-nid-election

All 2021 candidates will present at the Annual Board Meeting on Saturday, March 13 at 10am. The Annual Meeting will stream on Zoom and Facbook LIVE or can be found on this page, after the meeting. 

01/05/2020

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity launches Harambee Neighborhood Revitalization Project with $1 million grant from Bader Philanthropies - Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper

Great news for the Neighborhood!

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity (Milwaukee Habitat); a nonprofit helping families in need of safe, affordable housing; announced on December 19, 2019, it is launching a neighborhood revitalization project in Harambee. With an initial grant of $1 million from Bader Philanthropies, Inc., Milwaukee Habi...