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Save the gallery event Sept 27, 2025

 

Good morning, We are writing to request that you support the 5 Points Arts Gallery and studios, owned by Fatima Laster, "save the gallery" event today. Fatima and the gallery are integral parts of the 5 points neighborhood, its association, and its beginnings. Fatima grew up in the area, returned to own a space for the community, and contributes to neighborhood stabilization, the 5 points neighborhood association as a member, board member, community, and business representative. She has consistently and diligently fights with the anti-gentrification/neighborhood stabilization, community enhancement, and senior outreach programs. Her consistency, efforts, and dedication have brought national attention to the fight and her space is always open. She consistently offers programming free to attend and contributes heavily to any of 5 points initiatives. She values the city of Milwaukee as a whole. Her presence is more than appreciated and noted, it is of utmost importance to our survival. As a business owner, especially in the coveted art space, she is a representative to the next generation that everything is possible. It is on the heels of all of these aspects, that "a call" is issued for payment. This causes the gallery's existence, as a staple in the community, is at risk. Saving the gallery is more than necessary; it is critical to our very essence and being. Short story, there was during her second year, a sale of coveted works by an African artist. These works are rare and very hard to come by. She held an opening and had individuals come to buy from the family's personal collection. Not only did this preserve the artist's legacy, it also extended precious works to members of the community and gave the family an uplift as they realized that the very nature of the work is treasured. For the meager cost of what it takes to buy two large meals at a fast food place, you have the honor of contributing to a staple in the community and are able to choose whether to have your name recorded in the 5PNA Wall on its site as a patron of the arts. All we ask is that you choose one of these options and let us know once you have completed it: 1) purchasing a ticket to attend the "save the gallery" event today, 2) make a contribution to the gallery, or 3) purchase a small item. Any one of these will have you listed on our virtual wall. Your 5pna team leader, :) sy

 

Sy's quotes on caregiving

 August 31, 2025

Sy's quotes..created by Sy.  (disclaimer if you find anyone whose quote is before this date, please drop me a line and I will rectify. 😊sy)

Caregiving it's not hard, it's just new. - sy

Caregiving is not a labor of love, it is Love- sy

To add value to someone's life, become a caregiver- sy

Caregiving- sowing seeds of love with joy - sy

Breathe life into a loved one, give care- sy

Go beyond the pay, give care- sy

Unlimited learning and respect- caregiving grows you -sy

If you don't mind, let me care- sy

It is my honor to serve you by caring- sy

to your parent- I consider it a privilege to take care of you.  I love you- sy

caregiving- it's what I'm here for-sy

You are not a burden: it's my duty and pleasure to find out what you need so that I can help you- sy

Caregiving- helping you helps me -sy

Caregiving is a way to build my patience and skill -sy

Let's me take a moment to rest and I will definitely get you what you need- sy

Caregiving: let's do this together -sy

Please may I help you? -sy

It's no problem, just let me know what you need and I will get it for you- sy

This is our special day--mother+daughter or father+daughter/son/etc....  (one day a week just for them to get out and do something no phones etc...) 

Some  important words:  love you, darling, sweetheart, Mama, Daddy, Yes, ok, their name - sy

(many more to come)  Thank you for reading :) sy

Six degrees of separation?

 Good afternoon,

There used to be six degrees of separation.  As I look around, there are about one or two people away from your knowing everybody.  People who we grew up with in states or countries from far away, end up knowing other family members, friends, or business partners.  It behooves us to part well with someone and choose our words and mannerisms.

These bonds are what forms our society and cultures.  All of us are tied together.  It rings true "if one falls, so do many."  "If one succeeds, so do many."

Be kind.  Part with RESPECT.   Honor your elders.  Cherish your community.    sy

Dr. Miles Monroe: Why Men Need Visions and Dreams

 This is a must watch for all of the male species.  Do you know the difference between a job and your work?  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBJDk5wSYm4&ab_channel=dadaAfolabi

175 Protections: A Blueprint for Revitalization Without Displacement

 Good morning,

Thank you for inviting me to the group. As a community advocate with 5 Points and a member of the Community Advisor Board for health. It is an honor to become a part of the group to help lead change. Please note that we are facing a large crisis in keeping our property. For this very reason, Dr. Nicole Robinson, Fatima Laster, and 5 Points have created the 175 Protections booklet. Click on the link to read and join the crusade to "Save our homes and lands near Freshwater." Gentrification is real and moving faster than fire.

Looking forward to your active participation and comments. sy

175 Protections — 5 Points Art Gallery + Studios