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Annual Gathering
Thursday, November 18th, 2021
6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: TBD

Due to COVID-19 concerns and precautions, we will be having a much smaller get together than years past. Instead of a sit-down dinner we invite you to join us for an evening coffee to get to know your neighbors and our VIA CDC staff! We will have coffee, baked goods, and will be announcing the winners of our annual contests. Keep an eye out on our website and Facebook page for more information and updates on location. Please remember to RSVP.

2021 Good Neighbor Awards
Make sure to submit your nomination for the 2021 Good Neighbor Awards!
Do you have a neighbor who goes above and beyond to help their community? Then take a minute to nominate them for our Good Neighbor Award! This is your chance to highlight neighbors who deserve some recognition for all they do for the neighborhood. Submit your nomination before November 11th.

Enter the Love Where You Live Contest
You will vote for photos taken by you or your neighbors of images we love from our community. Submit a photo for the contest by emailing it to christian@viacdc.org
by November 14th. Tell your friends to vote on VIA’s Facebook page for their favorite photo. Voting will start on November 15th and close on November 17th. The winners will be announced November 18th at the Annual Gathering.

Photo Contest Prizes:
First Place- $75
Second Place- $50
Third Place- $25

Neighborhood Updates
Virtual Homebuyer Workshops

FREE Virtual Homebuyer Education Workshops will be held Tuesdays from 9:00am -12:00pm on the following dates:
- November 9th
- November 16th

You must attend both workshops.

Housing Resources, Inc. will guide you through this interactive experience where you can get your housing questions answered during the session from the comfort of your own home.

Advanced registration is required. Please visit their website or call (414) 461-6330 for more information.
Turnkey Program Survey

VIA’s Turnkey Program transforms vacant bank and city-owned properties into fully-renovated, move-in ready homes for qualified families looking to purchase in several neighborhoods throughout Milwaukee. If you are a renter or owner that is looking to purchase a new home in the future, please complete this brief survey so we can improve our housing renovation program by focusing on community desires and needs. 
Milwaukee County Transit Service

Milwaukee County and the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission are completing a study along and near 27th Street to enhance transit service. Rail and bus services are being evaluated, and could increase frequency, add amenities, and potentially expand the existing Milwaukee County Transit Service (MCTS) PurpleLine service area.



Community Updates
Coffee with Elected Officials

This year, VIA CDC piloted Coffee with Elected Officials - a time for neighbors to get to know local officials, ask questions, and learn more about their roles and vision for our community.

New dates are shared on VIA's Facebook page.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Maria Linden Senior Living

Maria Linden Senior Living has affordable 1-2 Bedroom Apartments available NOW for 62+ year-old individuals!

If you know anyone currently looking for a new home, call Jackie today at 414-384-3800 to choose your beautiful new apartment!
Giving First Tuesday: November 23rd

"Your local nonprofits put the community first all year, put them first this giving season."

This year, VIA is joining a movement to flip the script on Giving Tuesday by encouraging donors to give their gifts the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. Keep an eye on VIA's Facebook page and website for more information or, better yet, mark your calendars to give a Giving First gift now!

Your donation helps VIA provide free, accessible, and responsive programs and events that build our neighborhood's health and strength. Partner with us on November 23rd and support our vision of a world where all places equip all people to reach their full potential.
Holiday Lights Contest 2021
VIA CDC invites all Silver City, Burnham Park and Layton Park neighbors in our first ever Neighborhood Holiday Lighting Contest. Decorate the front of your home for the winter holidays and submit a photo to be a part of our Facebook voting by December 12th! Visit our Facebook page from December 13th - 16th to vote for your favorite home! The top 3 photos with the most likes will win a $25 certificate to a neighborhood restaurant!
 
To enter please fill out this form or send an email to Cinthia@viacdc.org with your photo and your name.
For more information and updates please visit our website.

Financial Resources & Business Updates
Storefront

Looking for a storefront for your business? Find it at 3520 W National Ave. Contact Cinthia Tellez Silva for more details at 414-409-3462.
Join our Team

VIA CDC is currently hiring for a Full-time Bilingual (English/español) Housing Outreach Manager (see job description here). The ideal candidate will exhibit excellent follow-through, a commitment to building trust through relationships, and a passion for making a difference through housing.

To apply and ensure full consideration for the position, submit this form by Thursday, November 18th. 
 300 Good-Paying Jobs Join our Team

If you are looking for work, there are more than 300 good-paying jobs available in the Menomonee River Valley right now! For more information visit their website.

Youth Activities
Trick-Or-Treat Street

Thank you for joining us! It was a beautiful sunny day in the neighborhood! We had so much fun seeing everyone come out and participate in the event. Awesome costumes and smiles! You can view all the event photos on our Facebook page.

A special thank you to the local businesses who participated:
-Chop Shop Barber Shop & Design LLC
-Mamie’s Bar
-Rebel Ink
-Treat Witch
-Salsabrositas MKE
-Asian InterNational Market
-Milwaukee Wireless
-Newline Community Cafe
-Urban Ecology Center
-Gene’s Unicorn
-Vida feliz Nutrición HERBALIFE
-NTS Jewelry & Gifts

Trick-or-Treat Street is made possible in partnership with our sponsors, including Presenting Sponsor Masterson Foods and Silver Sponsor Children's Community Health Plan.
Beyond the Bell

Beyond the Bell (BTB) Milwaukee presents the Fall into Fun resource. This webpage is a hub for programs, events, job opportunities and services for youth ages 11-24. Visit their website for more information.


Healthy Living Updates
COVID-19

The Holiday season is fast approaching. Holiday traditions are very important for families and children. There are several ways to enjoy holiday traditions safely and protect your health. The best way to minimize COVID-19 risk and keep your family and friends safe is to get vaccinated.

To find a vaccine near you go to www.vaccines.gov/.
Newline Community Cafe

Friday, November 5th from 4:00 - 6:00pm

 Art Club: Join crochet master Kate Woods to learn the basics of crochet and the techniques needed to create your own crochet characters! 

To learn more about events in November please visit their  website or Facebook page. 

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