Hales Corners Health Department

11/26/2025

Holiday Hours Reminder
The Hales Corners Health Department will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Friday.
We will reopen on Monday.

As you celebrate, please keep safety in mind:

Drive Safely:
• Allow extra travel time and watch for heavy traffic.
• Never drive under the influence.
• Stay alert, buckle up, and avoid distractions.

Cook Safely:
• Keep raw turkey separate from other foods and wash hands often.
• Use a food thermometer—turkey should reach 165°F in the thickest part.
• Keep children and pets away from hot surfaces and sharp tools.
• Never leave cooking unattended.

Wishing everyone a safe and healthy holiday weekend.

11/26/2025

Here is a list of Thanksgiving Community Events in the Milwaukee area in 2025:
Thursday, Nov. 27: Sit-down dinner at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N 5th Street, Milwaukee WI 53212. For more information call 414-372-3770. Free Thanksgiving meal (turkey, ham, sides, dessert) from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. at 2460 N. 6th St. No registration needed.
Thursday, Nov. 27: Take-home meals at Repairers of the Breach,
To-go Thanksgiving meals offered 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at 1335 W. Vliet St. Milwaukee for anyone in need.
Thursday, Nov. 27: Plates at Speed Queen BBQ , 1130 West Walnut St., Milwaukee
Community plates (turkey or ham, sides, dessert & juice) starting at 11:00 a.m., up to two plates per person, while supplies last.
Thursday, Nov. 27: Dinner at McBob's Pub & Grill Milwaukee
Free community meal from 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at 4919 W. North Ave. Includes turkey, pie, stuffing, sides & more.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2013298412806316
Thursday, Nov. 27 : Annual dinner at Milwaukee/Waukesha Area of Narcotics Anonymous (Pass It On Club)
Festivities begin at 2:00 p.m., dinner at 5:00 p.m., followed by a speaker at 7:00 p.m. at 6229 W. Forest Home Ave. Free and open to members. https://namilwaukee.org/.../uploads/Thanksgivinig-2025.pdf
Thursday, Nov. 27: Community Feast & Giveaway at Breaking Bread Community Thanksgiving Day Feast 2025
Hosted by United WI Inc + partners. Meals + winter-clothing & hygiene-item giveaways from noon–3:00 p.m. at N. 35th & W. Center St. All welcome.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1119578297011374&set=a.546416374327572
Sunday, Nov. 30: Meal at Bay View United Methodist Church
Free community Thanksgiving meal from 2:30–3:30 p.m. at 2772 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. (enter from Clement Street door).
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1241645287989178&set=a.270848141735569
More info here: https://milwaukeenns.org/.../heres-our-updated-list-of.../

Here is a list of Thanksgiving Community Events in the Milwaukee area in 2025:

Thursday, Nov. 27: Sit-down dinner at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N 5th Street, Milwaukee WI 53212. For more information call 414-372-3770. Free Thanksgiving meal (turkey, ham, sides, dessert) from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. at 2460 N. 6th St. No registration needed.

Thursday, Nov. 27: Take-home meals at Repairers of the Breach,
To-go Thanksgiving meals offered 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at 1335 W. Vliet St. Milwaukee for anyone in need.

Thursday, Nov. 27: Plates at Speed Queen BBQ , 1130 West Walnut St., Milwaukee
Community plates (turkey or ham, sides, dessert & juice) starting at 11:00 a.m., up to two plates per person, while supplies last.

Thursday, Nov. 27: Dinner at McBob's Pub & Grill Milwaukee
Free community meal from 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at 4919 W. North Ave. Includes turkey, pie, stuffing, sides & more.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2013298412806316

Thursday, Nov. 27 : Annual dinner at Milwaukee/Waukesha Area of Narcotics Anonymous (Pass It On Club)
Festivities begin at 2:00 p.m., dinner at 5:00 p.m., followed by a speaker at 7:00 p.m. at 6229 W. Forest Home Ave. Free and open to members. https://namilwaukee.org/wp-content/uploads/Thanksgivinig-2025.pdf

Thursday, Nov. 27: Community Feast & Giveaway at Breaking Bread Community Thanksgiving Day Feast 2025
Hosted by United WI Inc + partners. Meals + winter-clothing & hygiene-item giveaways from noon–3:00 p.m. at N. 35th & W. Center St. All welcome.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1119578297011374&set=a.546416374327572

Sunday, Nov. 30: Meal at Bay View United Methodist Church
Free community Thanksgiving meal from 2:30–3:30 p.m. at 2772 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. (enter from Clement Street door).
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1241645287989178&set=a.270848141735569

More info here: https://milwaukeenns.org/2025/11/23/heres-our-updated-list-of-places-to-find-free-turkeys-and-thanksgiving-meals-in-milwaukee/

11/26/2025

11/25/2025

The Hales Corners Health Department will have adjusted hours for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Please see flyer below for details.
Wishing everyone a safe and healthy holiday weekend! 🦃🍂

11/24/2025

🦃 Just a few Thanksgiving Safety Reminders for this week:
As we gather with family and friends, please keep safety in mind whether you’re traveling, cooking or celebrating at home.
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Keep kids and pets away from hot surfaces
• Stay alert when using turkey fryers
• Drive sober and distraction-free
Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday week!

is so close we can almost taste it! If you're thawing a frozen , make sure it's in the fridge, not on the counter. And when you're ready to , don't wash the bird. That can spread germs in your sink and on your counters. Finally, while the aroma may suggest it's done, make sure your turkey is cooked to 165 degrees. Brush up on your holiday food safety tips at www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/nutrition/safety.htm

11/20/2025

📢 Friendly Community Update: St. Al's Food Pantry Can Still Use a Hand 📢

Where have you gone? Donations have slowed; the need has not.

As we head into the holiday season, our local food pantries are seeing more neighbors stopping in for support. A few different factors—like delays in SNAP benefits, the cost of groceries and housing, and more first-time families seeking help—are creating extra demand this year.

If you’re able, please consider donating non-perishable food items. Even small acts of kindness go a long way and truly make a difference for local families.

Let’s come together and support one another this season. ❤️

11/12/2025

Let’s make a commitment to connect! 💬
It’s Social Connection Awareness Week (November 9–15, 2025) — a reminder that small actions can make a big difference in reducing loneliness and strengthening our communities.

Here are a few simple ways to start:
🤝 Call a friend or family member to check in
👋 Say hi to someone new
💌 Write a “thank you” card
💪 Volunteer or join a local group

Together, we can build stronger, healthier, more connected communities.

https://connectwi.org/

Strong connections start with simple commitments. This Social Connection Awareness Week, make a commitment to connect:
• Call a friend or family member and check-in
• Spend time with people from different generations
• Write a “thank you” card or share your appreciation for others
• Volunteer or join a local group
• Say “hi” to someone new

Small steps lead to stronger bonds, healthier lives, and more connected communities. Let’s commit to connection—together.

11/11/2025

Today we recognize Veterans Day and thank all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Our community is home to many veterans and military families whose service and experience continue to make a difference every day!

This Veterans Day, we remember and honor the sacrifices veterans gave for our country.

Our NAMI Staff and HelpLine volunteers are off to commemorate this day - but support is still here for you. If you are a military service member, contact the Military Helpline. If you are in crisis, call or text 988, or visit chat.988lifeline.org

Visit nami.org/homefront to learn about additional resources for veterans and their families.

11/10/2025

Please note our temporary hours are 9 AM – 3 PM tomorrow.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.

We’re sorry for any inconvenience!

11/03/2025

DHS is fighting to get November FoodShare benefits out to members. However, benefits will continue to be delayed. The federal government must release the funds before we can issue benefits.
➡ Get the latest: dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare/news.htm
➡ Get help if you need food or infant formula: Call 211

11/03/2025

These are difficult times for many in our community as the shutdown continues to affect access to food and support.

Hopeful and compassionate:

With the ongoing shutdown creating uncertainty for so many, we want to be a steady source of care and connection.

10/31/2025

It's almost time! 🎃🚙👻
Trunk n' Treat is tomorrow at 5:30pm! Come in costume for a spooky celebration at the library!
https://halescornerslibrary.org/event/trunk-n-treat/