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    Bayview Community Center Food Drive

    The Bayview Community Center Needs Our Help! Tis the season of giving and one of the best things to do is to help out our local community. The Bayview Community Center has a list of items that you can donate…

    By Diane Barker
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    Q & A with Vanessa Vanderhoef

    BUILDING THE WHOLE VILLAGE, ONE PIECE AT A TIME I fund my own nonprofit while working as a personal care worker, Uber driver, and small business owner. My focus is on building projects that connect people to faith, housing, and…

    By Diane Barker
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    Local Halloween Events

    Cedarburg Creek Farm Corn Maze & Pumpkin Farm Monday – Sunday 10AM – 6PM FREE farm admission. Pumpkin farm, corn maze, petting zoo, and more! 649 WI-60 Trunk,Cedarburg, WI 53012 Lindner Pumpkin Farm Monday – Sunday 10AM – 6PM Pumpkin…

    By Diane Barker
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    Sweet Potato Pie

    This warm spicy sweet potato pie is perfect for Fall. Pair with whipped cream or warm custard and you have yourself a delicious after dinner treat. Or be a bit cheeky and enjoy at breakfast.

    By Diane Barker
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The Makers’ Forge is a free collaborative magazine provided by the non-profit Sustainable Farmstead Solutions. It inspires, empowers, and connects creators, builders, and dreamers. It blends art, sustainability, community impact, and practical skills to shape a stronger, more connected future. Every issue sparks creativity, supports local talent, and provides actionable tools to thrive. 

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We sat down with Kim from @americansciencesurplus. We sat down with Kim from @americansciencesurplus.milw to ask about the store, the surplus they need from the community, and upcoming events. Science Nights are coming back! Link to the online article in our bio!https://www.themakersforge.org/2026/04/13/q-a-with-kim-stenglein-of-american-science-surplus/#smallbusinesssupportingsmallbusiness #localmagazine #themakersforge #milwaukee #communitymagazine #nonprofit
We found some fun local events around town this mo We found some fun local events around town this month. Check out egg events at the Zoo, the Milwaukee Film Festival, and some fabulous markets!https://www.themakersforge.org/2026/04/01/april-local-events/Want to keep updated? Sign up for our free monthly magazine! Link in the bio.#milwaukee #localevents #aprilevents #community #nonprofit
Our latest magazine has dropped! April 2026 Issue. Our latest magazine has dropped! April 2026 Issue. In this issue we explore how community funding works and how to keep momentum going once you've planted the seed. Our small business spotlight is on @americansciencesurplus You'll also find helpful articles on Sustainable Farmstead Solutions Three Pillars, Diane's top five veggies to plant in April, and a delicious baked mac n' cheese recipe. Link in the bio. Don't miss an issue! Sign up for our newsletter to get The Makers' Forge delivered right to your inbox!https://www.themakersforge.org/issue-6/#communitymagazine #milwaukee #milwaukeemagazine #nonprofitorganization #localmakers #smallbusinesssupportingsmallbusiness
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