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     Neighborhood House Community Center was established in 1916, and is the oldest community center in Madison.  Initially, the center served as a social and educational focal point for the European immigrants living in what was known as the Greenbush Neighborhood. Classes in English, sewing, and child care served the most pressing needs of these new citizens.
     In 1921, Neighborhood House moved to 768 W. Washington Ave., and Miss Gay Braxton and Miss Mary Lee Griggs were hired by the Vocational Board to help implement its Americanization Program.  The Center's stated objective was "to assist the foreign born to become better adjusted to American ways, to develop leadership among the new residents, and to acquaint Madison with these newcommers from 28 different countries.
     Neighborhood House moved to its present location at 29 S. Mills Street in 1965.  Here we continue the rich tradition of providing basic resources, and social, educational, and recreational programming for people of all ages and walks of life.  We offer a comprehensive program for youth that includes After-school and evening Drop-In, cooking, crafts, team sports, and a full summer day camp program.  Our seniors program includes such regular programs as oral history and monthly pot-luck gatherings.  Special events and outings are also planned throughout the year.  Adults in the community can participate in our yoga classes, use the facilities for volleyball or basketball, and/or attend a variety of workshops and seminars offered throughout the year.  A food pantry, open to all members of the community, is also provided by Neighborhood House.
     As an additional service to the community, Neighborhood House provides support and technical assistance to various groups, and meeting space for neighborhood and special interest organizations.  Information, referral, and advocacy services (including our own newspaper) are also an integral part of our community service program.
     Last year, Neighborhood House provided programs and services for over 5,000 Madison area residents.  With your support, we can continue to offer those key programs and services that mean so much to the people in our community.