upcoming activities
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There is a lot happening at the Dominican Center and in the Amani neighborhood throughout the year. Please consider participating or supporting our events!
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Fond du Lac and North Area Comprehensive Plan Community Open House
The City of Milwaukee and its community partners at the Dominican Center, Metcalfe Park Community Bridges, Walnut Way and Amani United are in the process of updating the Fond du Lac and North Area Comprehensive Plan. The plan will build on recent local planning efforts to guide development in the area for the next 10-20 years. The groups are holding a second community meeting, which will consist of a series of public open houses. At the open houses information will be presented and questions will be asked related to housing, commercial corridors, parks and transportation. We need your local expertise to help develop the policies and strategies that will make up the plan and move the community closer to accomplishing its goals. This is your neighborhood, make your voice heard! A light meal will be provided at all sessions. Join us Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 11am or 5pm at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society or Thursday, Feb. 27 at 6pm at St. Ann Center. For more information, visit www.milwaukee.gov/FondyNorth or our Facebook event page, or contact Kyle Gast, Project Manager at 414.286.5823 or kgast@milwaukee.gov 25th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon
SAVE THE DATE! We will hold our 25th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, May 3, at 11am at the Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee. There will be a delicious lunch catered by the Wisconsin Club, raffles and a silent auction, live entertainment, an awards presentation, a selfie booth, and more! For more information and updates, visit our fundraiser page, visit our Facebook page, or call the Dominican Center at (414) 444-9930. Sponsorship and underwriting is still available, email Kathleen Brady for information. Amani Youth In Action Girls Year Washington, D.C., Field Trip
Are you, or do you know someone who is, a young lady (ages 14-16) living in Amani? Then you are eligible for an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. in 2020! All you have to do is fill out this form and write a one-paragraph essay about why you want to go on the trip. For more information and updates, call the Dominican Center at (414) 444-9930. [Flyer] Bloom & Groom Plant Sale 2020
Our annual Bloom & Groom plant sale will be held at the Dominican Center in May 2020. For more information, call the Dominican Center at (414) 444-9930. To pre-order your plants for 2020, click the link below, print and fill out the order form and return it to the Dominican Center, 2470 W. Locust St. [Pre-order here] Amani United Monthly Meetings
Amani United meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at Moody Park Pavilion, 2201 W. Auer Ave. Meeting begins with dinner at 4:30PM. Winter Amani United Newsletter, Amani United Flyer, and Amani United Facebook. Amani United Committee Meetings: Amani residents and partners encouraged to attend!
Amani Neighborhood Food Pantry at Greater Little Hill on the corner of Locust and 25th
9:30-11:30AM is open every Thursday. Amani Youth in Action
Neighborhood youth are invited to join the Dominican Center in a variety of community leadership and community exploration activities. Contact Dominican Center at 414-444-9930 to learn more! [Amani Youth in Action Flyer] Free Adult Education Classes
In partnership with MATC and SDC, the Dominican Center offers literacy and math classes for adults preparing to enter a GED or HSED program. [Flyer] Classes meet at the Dominican Center Monday through Friday mornings from 9:00 to 11:30. Call 414-444-9930 for enrollment information. Basic Computer Classes and Job Readiness/Interview Skills
Contact Deirdre Mingo at 414-397-1396 or deemingo2010@yahoo.com to learn more about these classes. Classes are for adults, 18 and up. Strong Babies Sanctuary
Village Ministries offer information, resources, mentorship and spiritual support to pregnant women and families. Located at Village Ministries - 2614 W Center Street. Call 414-562-1617 for more information. PeppNation Amani Youth Rugby
Amani youth interested in rugby can learn more about joining a team by visiting peppnation.org. Coach and founder, Brandon Culpepper, grew up in the Amani neighborhood. |
Past events
Rock the Block Celebration (Flyer)
Please join the Amani United Housing Committee as they unveil their housing strategies! Celebration includes block clean up, food, entertainment, and resources!
Saturday, May 18 from 9AM to 3PM - 2900 Block N. 26th St.(between Locust and Chambers)
Bloom & Groom Plant Sale (Flyer)
Please join us at the Dominican Center for our annual Bloom & Groom Plant Sale on Saturday, May 18 from 10am to 1pm. If you'd like to pre-order your plants, fill out this form and call the Dominican Center at (414) 444-9930.
Please join the Amani United Housing Committee as they unveil their housing strategies! Celebration includes block clean up, food, entertainment, and resources!
Saturday, May 18 from 9AM to 3PM - 2900 Block N. 26th St.(between Locust and Chambers)
Bloom & Groom Plant Sale (Flyer)
Please join us at the Dominican Center for our annual Bloom & Groom Plant Sale on Saturday, May 18 from 10am to 1pm. If you'd like to pre-order your plants, fill out this form and call the Dominican Center at (414) 444-9930.
Amani United End of Year Celebration: December 18, 2018 from 4:30-6:30PM at Wisconsin Black Historical Society. [Event Flyer]
Amani March for Peace on Monday, December 17, 2018 at 5:00PM.
A press conference will follow the march and Amani community resident leaders will speak about Amani neighborhood concerns and needs. [Amani March for Peace Flyer]
A press conference will follow the march and Amani community resident leaders will speak about Amani neighborhood concerns and needs. [Amani March for Peace Flyer]
eSTEAM Fair hosted by The Network
Bring a young person in your life to learn more about about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and, Math (eSTEAM)!
October 20, 2018 between 1-4PM at Moody Park Pavilion [Flyer]
Bring a young person in your life to learn more about about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and, Math (eSTEAM)!
October 20, 2018 between 1-4PM at Moody Park Pavilion [Flyer]
Clarke Square and Amani: Harvest Festival
Join us on Friday, October 5th, from 5:30 - 8 pm for a Harvest Festival that celebrates community, promotes peace, and bridges divides. Event Partners: Journey House, Dominican Center, COA Youth & Family Centers, Safe & Sound, Inc.!
October 5, 2018, 5:30-8PM, at Journey House
Join us on Friday, October 5th, from 5:30 - 8 pm for a Harvest Festival that celebrates community, promotes peace, and bridges divides. Event Partners: Journey House, Dominican Center, COA Youth & Family Centers, Safe & Sound, Inc.!
October 5, 2018, 5:30-8PM, at Journey House
Mobile Legal Clinic
Do you need free legal advice on eviction, child support, custody, visitation, bill collection, foreclosure, death of family member, and more? Visit the Mobile Legal Clinic! [Flyer]
Do you need free legal advice on eviction, child support, custody, visitation, bill collection, foreclosure, death of family member, and more? Visit the Mobile Legal Clinic! [Flyer]
Aldermanic Walks
Join 7th District Alderman Khalif J Rainey for a walk around the neighborhood with all the city services to address neighborhood concerns. The Aldermanic Walk begins at the corner of 26th Street & Concordia Avenue. Next Walk: July 13, July 27, August 3, August 13!
Join 7th District Alderman Khalif J Rainey for a walk around the neighborhood with all the city services to address neighborhood concerns. The Aldermanic Walk begins at the corner of 26th Street & Concordia Avenue. Next Walk: July 13, July 27, August 3, August 13!
Wisconsin 16th District Assembly and Milwaukee County Sheriff Candidate Forum
Come meet your candidates, ask questions, and learn their plans for our community and the City of Milwaukee so that you can make an informed decision at the voting polls.
Wisconsin Black Historical Society (2620 W. Center Street), Monday, August 6th [Flyer]
Come meet your candidates, ask questions, and learn their plans for our community and the City of Milwaukee so that you can make an informed decision at the voting polls.
Wisconsin Black Historical Society (2620 W. Center Street), Monday, August 6th [Flyer]
Annual Bloom and Groom Plant Sale
Purchase affordable plants on Saturday, May 19 from 10:00AM-3:00PM at Dominican Center.
[Bloom & Groom Flyer] [Pre-order Purchase Form] [Learn More about Bloom & Groom!]
Purchase affordable plants on Saturday, May 19 from 10:00AM-3:00PM at Dominican Center.
[Bloom & Groom Flyer] [Pre-order Purchase Form] [Learn More about Bloom & Groom!]
Dominican Center's Spring Fundraiser: Hat Trick
Dominican Center's third hat-themed event, Hat Trick, is taking place on Sunday, April 15, 2018, 11:30am, at the Wisconsin Club. Tickets include a delicious lunch, raffle items, a photo booth, and entertainment by All Saints Gospel Choir. Learn more by clicking HERE.
Dominican Center's third hat-themed event, Hat Trick, is taking place on Sunday, April 15, 2018, 11:30am, at the Wisconsin Club. Tickets include a delicious lunch, raffle items, a photo booth, and entertainment by All Saints Gospel Choir. Learn more by clicking HERE.
Mobile Legal Clinic
Speak with an attorney for free on Saturday, April 7 from 9AM-12PM at Dominican Center if you need help with eviction, child support, custody, visitation, bill collection, foreclosure,
death of family member, and more.
Speak with an attorney for free on Saturday, April 7 from 9AM-12PM at Dominican Center if you need help with eviction, child support, custody, visitation, bill collection, foreclosure,
death of family member, and more.
Building Safe Communities: Dialogue and Dinner
Join us November 6, and January 8 at 6:00PM for important dialogue about building safe communities. Location is at Hephatha Lutheran Church. [Flyer]
Join us November 6, and January 8 at 6:00PM for important dialogue about building safe communities. Location is at Hephatha Lutheran Church. [Flyer]
Amani Appreciation Bash
Saturday, September 23, from 12:00PM-3:00PM at Dominican Center. Free food and activities are included. Come celebrate Amani Youth in Action and Earn and Learn' summer activities!
Saturday, September 23, from 12:00PM-3:00PM at Dominican Center. Free food and activities are included. Come celebrate Amani Youth in Action and Earn and Learn' summer activities!
Annual Bloom and Groom!
Purchase plants and attend a resource fair on Saturday, May 20 from 10:00AM-3:00PM. [Bloom and Gloom Order Form]
Purchase plants and attend a resource fair on Saturday, May 20 from 10:00AM-3:00PM. [Bloom and Gloom Order Form]
Mobile Legal Clinic
Speak with an attorney for free on Saturday, May 6 from 9AM-12PM at Dominican Center. [Flyer]
Speak with an attorney for free on Saturday, May 6 from 9AM-12PM at Dominican Center. [Flyer]
Spring Clean Up in Amani!
Join us in cleaning up Amani. Food, fun, fellowship, and a drawing!
Saturday, April 8 starting at 8:30AM at Hephatha Lutheran Church, 1720 W. Locust Street. [Flyer]
Join us in cleaning up Amani. Food, fun, fellowship, and a drawing!
Saturday, April 8 starting at 8:30AM at Hephatha Lutheran Church, 1720 W. Locust Street. [Flyer]
Housing Resource Fair - April 1, 2017 at COA Goldin, 2320 W. Burleigh St.
Seeking Amani residents who want to become homeowners. Learn about home ownership resources and available Amani housing for home ownership. Local rehabbers should also attend. [Event Flyer]
Seeking Amani residents who want to become homeowners. Learn about home ownership resources and available Amani housing for home ownership. Local rehabbers should also attend. [Event Flyer]
Arms Around Us Event
Amani, Metcalife Park, Sherman Park, Washington Park, Lindsay Heights and Walnut Hill neighbors physically linked arms to demonstrate a commitment to improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods on October 8, 2016.
Amani, Metcalife Park, Sherman Park, Washington Park, Lindsay Heights and Walnut Hill neighbors physically linked arms to demonstrate a commitment to improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods on October 8, 2016.
Shoot Down Cancer with the Milwaukee Bucks!
The Milwaukee Bucks held a Shoot Down Cancer event on September 19 at the BMO Harris Bradley Center which allowed the Amani Youth in Action group to practice their shooting skills while raising money for the American Cancer Society.
Back to School Bash with the Milwaukee Bucks!
On August 29th at Schlitz Park kids grades 3-12 who show exemplary leadership and commitment to their community through their summer programs were selected to attend the Milwaukee Bucks Back to School Bash. Over 40 Amani students attended!
[ event flyer ]
The Milwaukee Bucks held a Shoot Down Cancer event on September 19 at the BMO Harris Bradley Center which allowed the Amani Youth in Action group to practice their shooting skills while raising money for the American Cancer Society.
Back to School Bash with the Milwaukee Bucks!
On August 29th at Schlitz Park kids grades 3-12 who show exemplary leadership and commitment to their community through their summer programs were selected to attend the Milwaukee Bucks Back to School Bash. Over 40 Amani students attended!
[ event flyer ]
2016 Bloom and Groom
Purchase your spring flowers on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at the Dominican Center from 10am to 3pm.
[ flyer and order form ]
Purchase your spring flowers on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at the Dominican Center from 10am to 3pm.
[ flyer and order form ]
Amani Neighborhood Night at the Betty Brinn Children's Museum
Join us Thursday, May 19th from 5pm to 8pm at the children's museum 929 E Wisconsin Ave.
This event is FREE. Explore the exhibits, receive a free children's book, and watch a Tae Kwon Do demonstration.
Join us Thursday, May 19th from 5pm to 8pm at the children's museum 929 E Wisconsin Ave.
This event is FREE. Explore the exhibits, receive a free children's book, and watch a Tae Kwon Do demonstration.
Mobile Legal Clinic
Saturday, May 7th from 9am to 12pm the Dominican Center will host the Mobile Legal Clinic. Bring questions regarding eviction, bill collection, child support, foreclosure, custody and visitation. [ Mobile Legal Clinic website ]
Saturday, May 7th from 9am to 12pm the Dominican Center will host the Mobile Legal Clinic. Bring questions regarding eviction, bill collection, child support, foreclosure, custody and visitation. [ Mobile Legal Clinic website ]
Tip Your Hat to the Dominican Center - Annual Spring Fundraiser
Join us Sunday April 10th at the Wisconsin Club.
Wear your favorite hat! [ more information ]
Join us Sunday April 10th at the Wisconsin Club.
Wear your favorite hat! [ more information ]
Non-Partisan Candidate Forum - 10am Saturday April 2, 2016
All mayoral, 53206 aldermanic and county executive candidates have been invited to a non-partisan political forum on Saturday April 2, 2016 at North Division High School from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. All residents are invited to meet the candidates and ask their questions as part of our efforts to make positive change happen in our community. Information concerning voter ID and registration requirements will also be available. [ press release ] [ live stream ]
All mayoral, 53206 aldermanic and county executive candidates have been invited to a non-partisan political forum on Saturday April 2, 2016 at North Division High School from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. All residents are invited to meet the candidates and ask their questions as part of our efforts to make positive change happen in our community. Information concerning voter ID and registration requirements will also be available. [ press release ] [ live stream ]
Real Talk Political Forum
Amani United presents Real Talk Political Forum February 13, 2016. Come meet the candidates running for the 5th, 7th, and 15th District Aldermanic wards at North Division High School from 10am to 1pm. [ see flyer ]
Amani United presents Real Talk Political Forum February 13, 2016. Come meet the candidates running for the 5th, 7th, and 15th District Aldermanic wards at North Division High School from 10am to 1pm. [ see flyer ]
Blessings on Moody Park and the Community
September 19, 2015, area churches and neighbors gathered for a blessing at Moody Park.
September 19, 2015, area churches and neighbors gathered for a blessing at Moody Park.
Grand Opening of Moody Park, August 20, 2015
Many Amani neighbors, local leaders, area businesses, and organizations gathered together on August 20, 2015 to celebrate the opening of Moody Park. Thank you to Milwaukee County Parks, COA Youth and Family Center, Hunger Task Force, PeppNation, Children's Hospital, The Bucks, Schlitz Audubon, Molina Health Care, Artist Working in Education, Milwaukee Police Department, Northwest Mutual Foundation and Milwaukee County.
Click on the images below to see more pictures and news coverage of the historic day.
Many Amani neighbors, local leaders, area businesses, and organizations gathered together on August 20, 2015 to celebrate the opening of Moody Park. Thank you to Milwaukee County Parks, COA Youth and Family Center, Hunger Task Force, PeppNation, Children's Hospital, The Bucks, Schlitz Audubon, Molina Health Care, Artist Working in Education, Milwaukee Police Department, Northwest Mutual Foundation and Milwaukee County.
Click on the images below to see more pictures and news coverage of the historic day.
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Amani United Activities
Good news in amani
On August 29, 2014 we celebrated the groundbreaking of Moody Park. In the spirit of solidarity Amani joined together on September 6, 2014 with residents of Lindsey Heights, Metcalf Park, and Washington Park to make a commitment to restoring peace and well-being in the community.
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