Rooted & Rising - Washington Park

Rooted & Rising - Washington Park Rooted & Rising-Washington Park is a social service agency located on Milwaukee's West Side. United Methodist Children’s Services of Wisconsin, Inc.

values the dignity, potential, and worth of each individual, and creates a nurturing environment that builds a sense of community. We are a 501c3 agency located on Milwaukee's West Side that provides affordable housing, supportive services, childcare, a family resource center, and more.

Join us today for Washington Park Bloom & Groom 2026 as we celebrate the bloom of a new season with community, color, an...
05/30/2026

Join us today for Washington Park Bloom & Groom 2026 as we celebrate the bloom of a new season with community, color, and sunshine! 🌸🌿

Stop by to connect with neighbors, enjoy the day, and shop a beautiful assortment of discounted plants and flowers. Plants will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, so come early and don’t miss your chance to take home something fresh for the season!

⏰ 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍 4401 W. Lloyd St. (setup across from the library)

Come out, bring a friend, and help us welcome the season in full bloom! 🌼

Join us today for our next Washington Park Neighborhood Clean Up as we work together to beautify and activate our commun...
05/29/2026

Join us today for our next Washington Park Neighborhood Clean Up as we work together to beautify and activate our community spaces.

Volunteers are welcome to lend a hand as we clean up around the neighborhood, connect with neighbors, and help make Washington Park shine.

Meet-up Details:
📍 2121 N. Sherman Blvd. — Washington Park Playground
⏰ 1:00–3:00 p.m.
🍽️ Free food and beverages
🧤Tools provided

Feel free to show up onsite and get to work with us!

Join us this evening for our Garden Activation Party as we get the Rooted & Rising Community Garden ready for the growin...
05/28/2026

Join us this evening for our Garden Activation Party as we get the Rooted & Rising Community Garden ready for the growing season! We’ll be planting in our 13 garden beds, preparing for the summer harvest, and bringing neighbors together to help our garden grow.

📅 Today, Thursday, May 28
⏰ 5:00–6:30 p.m.
📍 Rooted & Rising Community Garden

Come lend a hand, enjoy the fresh air, and help us plant the seeds for a beautiful and abundant summer season.

Join us for the next 2026 Big Clean Up as we work together to beautify and activate our Washington Park neighborhood. Vo...
05/28/2026

Join us for the next 2026 Big Clean Up as we work together to beautify and activate our Washington Park neighborhood. Volunteers will help clean up the area around the Washington Park Playground, and all are welcome to lend a hand.

📅 Friday, May 29
⏰ 1:00–3:00 p.m.
📍 2121 N. Sherman Blvd
🍽️ Free food and beverages
🧤Tools provided

Come out, connect with neighbors, and help make a real difference in our community. Every hand helps!

Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/WPBigClean2026

For more information, contact Jessie Reese at [email protected] or (414) 344-1818.

Bloom & Groom is almost here! 🌸🌿Join us in just 3 days for our Annual Bloom & Groom event as we come together to beautif...
05/27/2026

Bloom & Groom is almost here! 🌸🌿

Join us in just 3 days for our Annual Bloom & Groom event as we come together to beautify, refresh, and care for our community spaces. We will have a great variety of plants to purchase at a reduced price to help create a welcoming environment for the season ahead.

📅 Saturday, May 30
⏰ 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
📍 4401 W Llyod St (across from the Washington Park library)

Join us for our Garden Activation Party as we prepare the Rooted & Rising Community Garden for a vibrant summer harvest ...
05/27/2026

Join us for our Garden Activation Party as we prepare the Rooted & Rising Community Garden for a vibrant summer harvest season! Volunteers and neighbors will help us plant in our 13 garden beds, refresh the garden space, and get everything ready to grow fresh produce for the community.

📅 Thursday, May 28
⏰ 5:00–6:30 p.m.
📍 Rooted & Rising Community Garden, located across the street from our main building

Whether you have a green thumb or are just excited to lend a hand, we’d love to have you join us as we plant, connect, and grow together.

Imagine Washington Park 5 years from now… 🌟What do you hope to see more of in the neighborhood?More businesses?More hous...
05/22/2026

Imagine Washington Park 5 years from now… 🌟

What do you hope to see more of in the neighborhood?
More businesses?
More housing opportunities?
More family activities?
More youth programs?
Safer streets?
Stronger community connections?

The Washington Park Quality of Life Plan creates a roadmap for the future but continued community involvement and partnership will help bring that vision to life.

💬 Drop your hopes for the future of Washington Park in the comments below.

📍Download and explore the full plan on our website: www.rootedandrisingwp.org

Today is the day! Join us for the Washington Park Aquatics Plan Family Town Hall to hear the latest updates, ask questio...
05/21/2026

Today is the day! Join us for the Washington Park Aquatics Plan Family Town Hall to hear the latest updates, ask questions, and share your ideas for the future of Washington Park.

This is a meaningful opportunity for families, neighbors, and community members to come together and help shape a welcoming aquatic and recreational space that reflects the needs, hopes, and voices of the community.

Whether you use the park often, care about youth and family recreation, or simply want to stay informed, your input is important.

Learn more here: https://www.mkecountyparks.org/washington-park-aquatics-plan

📅 Today, Thursday, May 21
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Washington Park Senior Center, 4420 W. Vliet St.





05/21/2026

When young people have opportunities to learn, lead, and grow, the entire Washington Park community benefits.

Hear from Washington Park resident leader and homeowner, Iran Jennings, express why youth engagement is a key priority for the future of the neighborhood.

Through this strategy, the plan calls for deeper connections with parents and caregivers, more pathways for youth employment, and expanded programs that give young people access to safe, positive, and meaningful experiences.

By supporting youth and families, we are helping build a stronger, more connected Washington Park for generations to come.

View the full plan to learn more at www.rootedandrisingwp.org.

05/20/2026

For 20 years, Sunny Benipal, owner of the Citgo Gas Station on Lisbon Avenue, has served the Washington Park neighborhood as a local business owner and entrepreneur.

Local businesses are more than places to shop or stop by — they are part of the daily life, connection, and economic vitality of Washington Park.

Economic development is a key priority in the plan — supporting small businesses, encouraging neighborhood investment, and building a vibrant future for residents and entrepreneurs alike.

View the full plan to learn more about the economic development strategy at https://www.rootedandrisingwp.org/quality-of-life-planning

Address

3940 W. Lisbon Avenue
Milwaukee, WI
53208

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+14143441818

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