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Mission Statement

Beloved community:

  • A place for growth.
  • A place for belonging.
  • A place to truly be.

Vision Statement

To create space where individuals:

  • Grow in self-awareness.
  • Build meaningful connections.
  • Strengthen purpose and well-being.
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We are excited to offer our fall Mindfulness Series featuring many opportunities to learn

and practice the art of mindfulness. 

Jacqueline Janz and Mary Evangelista

share their expertise and experience and help us all with tools and techniques to support our own mindfulness practice. 

Be sure to check them out:

Mindfulness with Crystal Singing Bowls

Mindfulness of Eating

GLOW

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APTB is a featured podcast guest!!

APTB founder Kelly Lemens is the featured guest on an upcoming episode of Milwaukee's Philanthropic Community (MPC) weekly podcast. MPC shines a spotlight on the changemakers, nonprofit leaders, and everyday heroes shaping our city through generosity and purpose, exploring how each of us can make a difference. A huge thank you to Jill Economou, host and Director of Community Relations for the Ellenbecker Investment Group, for welcoming Kelly and engaging in such a wonderful conversation. Be sure to check out the full MPC podcast lineup to learn about other amazing nonprofits in the Milwaukee area!

Listen to the podcast here!

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Illuminate Ozaukee

APTB is excited to participate in this year's Illuminate Ozaukee!

Each December, the Ozaukee Nonprofit Center partners with local businesses and nonprofits to transform Zeunert Park in Cedarburg into a glowing drive-thru winter wonderland. Families can wind through the park and take in dazzling light displays, festive music, and plenty of holiday cheer.  As a participating organization, APTB creates a holiday display, adding our own unique creative design and sparkle!  Visitors can cast their vote for a favorite display when they arrive, helping crown this year’s Holiday Design Champion.  Illuminate is also a fundraising opportunity as visitors are invited to make a donation which is shared with the participating organizations.

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Do you love holiday decorations?  Enjoy creating Christmas sparkle and shimmer?

Join us as we plan and create our own unique holiday plot!

Volunteers can get involved in a number of ways:

  • Plan the design of our plot
  • Create the content of the plot
  • Donate artificial trees, lights or other outdoor decorations
  • Staff APTB's December 19th agency night welcoming visitors and providing hospitality
  • Assist with setup & breakdown

Can you help?  Contact Kelly Lemens for more information.


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With Gratitude

Thank you, Francine, for the donation of your beautiful drums -  a wonderful addition to our Drumming Circle!

Want to give them a try? 

Join us for our next Drumming Circle:

Monday, Sept 14 * 5:30 - 7:00 pm

What is APTB?

Check out this short video
and hear what folks are saying about us!
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Our ecumenical prayer group is resuming after our summer bereak. 

Join us September 2nd as we prayer for each others joys, cares, and concerns!   

Together, let us lift One Voice in Prayer!


Please Join Us for an Upcoming Event!

APTB T-Shirts Now Available Online!

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What Our Community Is Saying...

I have been participating in many of the offerings at A Place To Be for about 3 years now.  Why?  I like the variety of offerings – something of interest for everyone.  I have personally experienced the solemnity of drumming, in-depth book studies, informative Bible studies, educational and spiritual growth retreats, personal support and deep sharing within a Sacred Circle group, fun art/craft nights and Dine to Donate dinners to mention just a few.  There are other events I have yet to attend like Friday potluck/game nights or Euchre card nights and more.  I have experienced fellowship, emotional support, laughter and the forming of new friendships.  I look forward to continued involvement in the future.  Give it a try.  I think you will like it.
-Judy-

Thank you!

We would like to express a heartfelt THANK YOU to these community businesses who have supported A Place to Be with Dine to Donate events. We are so grateful for the generosity you have provided for us and for other organizations in our community!
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We are now able to accept
Stock Donations!
Many donors find it advantageous to donate appreciated stock directly to APTB. If you are interested, please contact us at (262) 618-2171 or aplacetobesc@gmail.com to alert us
to your donation. Thank you!!
Stock donations can be directed to:
Justin Behm, Lake Financial Group,
​102 E. Pier St., Port Washington, WI 53074
Account #50482416
Federal  Tax ID #88-2826101
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