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You’re Invited! See New Spaces at St. Ann Center-Bucyrus!

June 3, 2019/0 Comments/in Bucyrus Campus, Events, Press Releases /by St. Ann Center

African drums will call Milwaukeeans to the city’s north side on Friday, June 7, to join St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care at the Completion Celebration for its Bucyrus Campus at 2450 W. North Ave. The event, set for 1-3 p.m., will give the public a chance to explore several new additions to the center, which provides child and adult day care and health and educational services to the community.

The newly finished spaces include a Dementia Care Wing, Overnight Respite Care Unit, indoor Aquatic Center, Art Studio, Beauty Salon, Band Shell and Childcare Classrooms. The Bucyrus Campus opened in September of 2015 with these spaces left unfinished. A successful capital campaign and a $5 million grant from Wisconsin’s capital budget, received in 2017, allowed the $28 million two-story, 80,000-square-foot facility to be completed this spring.

“These new spaces are part of a renewal I see happening throughout this community,” said Sr. Edna Lonergan, St. Ann Center founder and CEO. “The band shell will draw talented people from the neighborhood who haven’t had an audience before. Our expanded dementia care and overnight respite will allow people to go to work knowing their loved ones are receiving compassionate care. And our warm-water swimming pool will help ensure our children know how to swim.” Nationally, 70% of African-American children, 58% of Hispanic children and 40% of white children have little or no swimming ability.

The celebration will begin at the Indaba (Swahili for “gathering place”) Band Shell at 1 p.m. with the untying of a kente cloth bow. Remarks will be made by U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore; Kaylan Haywood II, representative for Wisconsin’s 16th Assembly District; Russell W. Stamper II, 15^th District Alderman; Supreme Moore Omokunde, 10^th District County Supervisor and Sr. Diana De Bruin, Associate Director of Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi. Bishop James Schuerman of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee will assist with the ribbon untying.

Other program highlights include a Native American eagle dance, a multicultural blessing and libation ceremony and a performance by the Parklawn Assembly of God Praise Dancers. Following the program, the public is invited inside for guided tours of the other new spaces, all scheduled to begin operation this year. Refreshments and entertainment by Christopher’s Project will also be featured, and a Trade Fair featuring north side entrepreneurs will be held on the second floor of the building’s beautiful indoor intergenerational park.

St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care thanks all the outstanding community-based organizations, businesses and donors who have supported the creation of the Bucyrus Campus—a replication of St. Ann Center’s Stein Campus, located on Milwaukee’s south side for 36 years. Featuring a unique intergenerational model, the center provides community-based health and educational day services to children, frail elders and adults with cognitive and physical disabilities, while providing resources and support to their caregivers. Services open to the community include a medical clinic and a specialized dental clinic which exclusively serves people with physical or cognitive disabilities.

For updated information about the event, visit St. Ann Center on Facebook at facebook.com/stanncenter/events. For more information, contact Casey Rozanski at (414) 977-5062 or Crozanski@stanncenter.org.

Brunch Planned for Families Grieving Loss from Violence

January 21, 2019/0 Comments/in Bucyrus Campus, Press Releases /by St. Ann Center

People who have lost loved ones to violence are invited to share a meal and their stories at a brunch on Saturday, Jan. 26, at St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care-Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. The free program, set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mothers and fathers who have lost children and youth coping with the death of a parent, other relative or friend are asked to explore the topic, “Where do we go from here?” The event is sponsored by Stop the Violence 53206, a Milwaukee youth program founded by Trinika Walker, who lost her 17-year-old son to gun violence last August.

Families are often the “hidden victims” behind the newspaper headlines, police investigations and court trials, Walker said, left to face the trauma of what has happened. “The aim of our event is to get these people talking and sharing their emotions,” she added. “They need to realize they’re not alone.”

The brunch will be hosted by Woosie Tidwell, who lost three family members during one violent chain of events. Guest speakers include Shonta Anderson, a nurse and women’s advocate who will discuss grieving and how to move beyond it. Akesha Burks, founder of Motivating All Youth, will share motivational messages for parents, and Lashandra Simmons will lead a youth discussion.

Kid-friendly activities are planned for young children. For more information about the event, contact Trinika Walker at 414-501-6477.

Bucyrus Campus to Host Free Milwaukee Ballet Performance

October 8, 2018/0 Comments/in Bucyrus Campus, Press Releases, Stories /by St. Ann Center

NO STUDIOS, a new hub for the creative arts in downtown Milwaukee has announced a packed lineup of grand opening events, taking place Oct. 12–14 at No Studios and throughout the city. St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care-Bucyrus Campus will host one of the free community events on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 13.

Founded by Oscar-winning filmmaker and Milwaukee native John Ridley (“12 Years a Slave” and “American Crime”) and business partner Chris Abele, NO STUDIOS promotes culture, community and connectedness. The opening events give Milwaukeeans the chance to learn more about this new organization and how to get involved.

The public pop-up performance, 1-3 p.m. at the Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave., highlights NO STUDIO’s efforts to provide access to the arts throughout all Milwaukee communities. Performers include Milwaukee Ballet II (MBII), 20 dancers from around the U.S. and the world who are training with Milwaukee Ballet to bridge the gap between student and professional dance careers. Established in 1978, MBII reflects the artistic vision of Milwaukee Ballet.

Also featured will be Panadanza Dance Company, an all-women dance ensemble that uses live music, singing, acting and colorful folkloric costumes to bring alive the identities of the Caribbean, Central and South America. Rounding out the program is Signature Dance Company, a performance dance company for women and girls ages 3 years old through adult.

To see other events taking place during the grand opening weekend, visit nostudios.com/event.

Record $282,857 Raised at St. Ann Center Gala

August 14, 2018/1 Comment/in Events, Press Releases, Stories /by St. Ann Center

The 14th annual Dream Together Gala was an historic one for St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care. A record-breaking $282,857 was raised — well above the goal of $225,000, thanks to generous friends and supporters of the center who gathered Aug. 10 at Discovery World Museum.

The fundraising event, traditionally the nonprofit organization’s biggest of the year, benefits the nationally acclaimed day care program, which provides health and educational services to children, older adults and people with disabilities all under one roof.

This year, funds raised will help launch three brand-new community programs at St. Ann Center’s Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. They are an Aquatics Center, where children will learn to swim and adults with special needs will receive water therapy; a Dementia Care Wing, where people living with memory loss can enjoy a safe, supportive environment; and an Overnight Respite Center that gives caregivers a chance to recharge while their loved ones receive loving, professional care.

Proceeds from the gala also support St. Ann Center’s Care Champions program, which directly benefits clients who have no means to pay for services they desperately need. St. Ann Center serves Milwaukee at the Bucyrus Campus and also the Stein Campus, 2801 E. Morgan Ave.

The evening featured jewelry designed and handcrafted by Sr. Edna Lonergan, OSF, founder and CEO of St. Ann Center; live and silent auctions; a raffle; a catered dinner and music by the Wisconsin Intergenerational Orchestra.

The Big Dream Sponsors for the gala include Marji Singer, MHS Health Wisconsin, Catalyst Construction and many other generous donors. The annual gala, first held in 2005, is hosted by Carol Nevins Cannon and Craig and Susie Nevins in honor of their mother, Florence Nevins, and her devotion to St. Ann Center.

Questions about ways to support St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care can be directed to Casey Rozanski at (414) 977-5062 or crozanski@stanncenter.org.

St. Ann Center Recognizes 2018 Hall of Friends Inductees

May 23, 2018/0 Comments/in Events, Press Releases /by St. Ann Center

St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care will add four new members to its Hall of Friends on Friday, May 18. Les Weil, Doug Barnes, Betty Glisch and Marguerite Woodfill will be recognized at a special reception at 10 a.m. at the center’s Stein Campus, 2801 E. Morgan Ave.

Established in 2014, the Hall of Friends Award recognizes people who have dedicated their time, talent and passion to furthering St. Ann Center’s mission of providing health and educational services for children, the elderly and adults with disabilities. “These people have put their hearts into making sure St. Ann Center fulfills its mission of serving the most vulnerable and ensuring quality of life for people of all ages,” said Sr. Edna Lonergan, president and founder of the unique day services center for both children and adults.

Les Weil, a philanthropist and active community volunteer, is a member of the Capital Campaign Committee that spearheaded fundraising for the multimillion dollar construction of St. Ann Center’s Bucyrus Campus, which opened at 2450 W. North Ave. in 2015. “Les has been a mentor to me, and he’s introduced countless people to the work we do,” Lonergan said. “He’s generous with his knowledge and words of advice—and I take it to heart.”

Doug Barnes, vice president at Zimmerman Architectural Studios, is a member of St. Ann Center’s board of directors. He’s also active on the Capital Campaign Committee and chairs the Mission Effectiveness Committee. Barnes leads the team that designed the award-winning Bucyrus Campus, including a 350-seat community band shell that’s scheduled for completion this year. “Doug worked closely with our staff to ensure our design would meet the needs of the neighborhood while remaining authentic to its culture,” Lonergan said. “Most importantly, he understands and believes in our mission.”

Betty Glisch has been a St. Ann Center volunteer for 30 years, assisting with special events, administration, the café and the center’s vintage jewelry collection. She helped to build a dynamic team of jewelry volunteers who clean, sort, repair and price donated heirloom and costume jewelry for sale to the public.

Marguerite Woodfill, one of Betty’s outstanding recruits, is equally dedicated to the jewelry program. She participates in monthly jewelry sales throughout Milwaukee and creates eye-catching displays that have customers flocking to buy. “Betty and Marguerite are talented, dedicated and have a wonderful fashion sense,” Lonergan said. “They’ve turned our jewelry collection into one of our major fundraisers.”

Lonergan will join St. Ann Center staff, day care children and adult clients in presenting the awardees with special gifts made by the youngsters and adults. Plaques with the names of the new Hall of Friends members will be added to a wall above the center’s grand staircase.

You’re Invited! See New Spaces at St. Ann Center-Bucyrus!

Brunch Planned for Families Grieving Loss from Violence

Bucyrus Campus to Host Free Milwaukee Ballet Performance

Record $282,857 Raised at St. Ann Center Gala

St. Ann Center Recognizes 2018 Hall of Friends Inductees

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