A Life Engaged
PROGRAM GUIDE 2026: April-June
Trinity Senior Services
Trinity Senior Services builds on the century-long legacy of Milwaukee Catholic Home and is dedicated to providing an exceptional senior living experience. Known for its vibrant communities like Milwaukee Catholic Home on Milwaukee’s East Side and Trinity Woods on Mount Mary’s campus in Milwaukee, Trinity Senior Services launched in 2024 as a management company. It unites several locations, including Clare Gardens in partnership with the Catholic Ecology Center, Our Lady of the Angels Convent, and Queen of Peace Friary, expanding its mission to empower seniors and people of all ages to lead engaged, purposeful lives.
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Events
At Trinity Senior Services, we believe an engaged life is a full life. Our A Life Engaged Events bring together resident programming and community involvement to support holistic well-being—physical, social, cognitive, spiritual, and nutritional—while strengthening connections across generations.
Our events nurture the whole person— supporting mobility, memory, mood, and resilience—while fostering intellectual curiosity, social connection, and meaningful participation. Intergenerational engagement and practical health opportunities create an inclusive, supportive environment where older adults can thrive.
Enclosed, you’ll find a variety of A Life Engaged Events that bring residents, families, and our broader community together through music, learning, faith, wellness, and celebration. Each is thoughtfully designed to support whole-person well-being and foster a strong sense of belonging. Explore even more upcoming events at https://bit.ly/alemailer —and join us in living an engaged life. Energizing Community,
A LIFE ENGAGED
2026 EVENTS
SUNDAY SPIRIT SERIES
Events Marked with a are part of our Sunday Spirit Series. This year’s Sunday Spirit Series theme is “Creation Calls Us: Faith and the Environment.” Join us!
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April 19: MaryLynn Conter Strack: Cultivating Eco-Justice Through Education and Land | 6:30 PM | M Milwaukee Catholic Home
Founded by the Racine Dominican Sisters, the Eco-Justice Center (EJC) is an environmental education center and organic farm dedicated to sustainable living and ecological restoration. MaryLynn Conter Strack, Executive Director, will share how education, hands-on farming, and connection to the land foster healthier ecosystems and deeper awareness of our responsibility to care for creation.
April 21: Cheese Pairing & Tour | 2:00 PM
Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience
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Milwaukee Catholic Home
2462 N Prospect Ave
T Trinity Woods
9525 W Burleigh St Milwaukee, WI 53222
at the Milwaukee Cheese and Cocktail Bar, where vibrant city energy meets the time-honored craft of cheesemaking. Delight your palate with an elevated cheese journey. Pair your selections with thoughtfully chosen wines. We’ll enjoy a behind-the-scenes to see how Hill Valley Dairy cheese is made. Visit the Artisan Cheese shop to take home your favorites! The cost is $25. Bus leaves from TW/MCH at 1:15/1:30 PM or you can meet us there.
April 25: Earth Day – Laudato Si’ Day of Reflection | 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
C Catholic Ecology Center
Celebrate Earth Day with Fr. Justin Weber at the Catholic Ecology Center for a day of
C Catholic Ecology Center
W1468 County Rd NN Neosho, WI 53059
reflection on our call to be good stewards of the Earth. The day will include talks, time for personal prayer, daily Mass, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and time to explore the grounds. For more information and registration visit: https://bit.ly/4u8rzth
April 25: Drug Take-Back Day with MPD | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | T Trinity Woods
The Milwaukee Police Department invites community members to participate in our upcoming “Take Back the Drugs” event — a safe and responsible way to dispose of expired, unused, or unwanted medications.
MAY
May 8: Mt. Mary Spring Fashion Show | Mt. Mary University
Each spring, Mount Mary’s Fashion Department produces a highly-anticipated, student-run fashion show celebrating the collaborative creative efforts of both design and business majors. There are three show times offered on May 8. For tickets visit: mtmary.edu/news/events/student-fashionshow.html
May 16: Forging for Edible Wildflowers | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
C Catholic Ecology Center
Experience the amazing art of foraging for spring wild edibles. Learn the natural history and identification of plants and fungus that can add flavor, nutrition, and interest to our plates. During our time together you’ll also learn the techniques and tips for making some amazing wild edible meals! For tickets visit: https://bit.ly/4crYJh4
May 18: The Milwaukee Handbell Ensemble | 6:30 PM | T Trinity Woods
The Milwaukee Handbell Ensemble presents: Prisms. Like a prism reveals hidden colors of light, this performance will showcase a beautiful spectrum of sound. Join us for an evening of ethereal harmonies and radiant rhythms that prove how many individual parts can unite to create a single, brilliant vision.
May 27: Clare Gardens Seedling Sale | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | T M
May 30: Clare Gardens Seedling Sales |
10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon |
C Catholic Ecology Center
Spring is here—and it’s time to get growing! Join us on May 27 at either MCH or TW and May 30 at the Catholic Ecology Center for our annual Seedling Sale, featuring vibrant,
farm-tested plants grown at our very own Clare Gardens. Anna Metscher, our dedicated Clare Gardens Farm Manager, has carefully selected and nurtured each variety to ensure strong, healthy starts for your home garden. Our seedlings are grown in premium organic soil enriched with locally made worm castings, giving them the nutrients they need to thrive from day one.
Whether you’re planting a few patio pots or tending a full garden bed, you’ll find robust vegetables and herbs ready to flourish. Come early for the best selection—sales are first come, first served.
May 31: Dusty Krikau and Sr. Susan Seeby, CSA – Faith, Laudato Si, and Care for Creation | 6:30 PM |
M Milwaukee Catholic Home
Sr. Susan Seeby will speak about the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes’
commitment to Laudato Si and their ongoing work in care for creation grounded in faith and spirituality. She will share stories of the congregation’s solar energy initiatives, conservation easements protecting their land and buildings, and their partnership with the Glacial Lakes Conservancy to preserve over 2,000 acres across five Wisconsin counties.
JUNE
June 10: Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets |
7:00 PM | M Milwaukee Catholic Home
Get ready for a night of smooth harmonies, timeless classics, and plenty of fun as Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets take the stage for our Summer Concert Series Opener! Known for their polished sound and sharp sense of humor, Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets bring a fresh twist to beloved favorites from the Great American Songbook and beyond. With rich four-part harmonies and engaging stage presence, this talented quartet delivers a performance that’s equal parts nostalgia and entertainment. Gather your friends, and enjoy an unforgettable night under the open sky with Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets! Bar opens at 6:30 PM.
June 22: The Longest Day | T M
On June 22, the first day of summer and
the day with the most light, we recognize the Longest Day —a day dedicated to raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s research and support. This day symbolizes hope and strength. As the sun shines its longest, we “shine a light” on the darkness of Alzheimer’s disease— honoring those living with dementia, supporting caregivers, and remembering loved ones affected by this journey. Across our campuses, and as part of our Everyday Amazing program, we will be recognizing the Longest Day in a variety of engaging ways as we stand in solidarity with those impacted by Alzheimer’s. Together, we affirm our commitment to compassion, education, and advocacy in the fight against this disease.
June 26: Frederick Moyer, pianist – Solo Classical recital | 2:00 PM | M Milwaukee Catholic Home
We are delighted to welcome internationally acclaimed American pianist Frederick Moyer for a special solo classical recital. Frederick Moyer has enjoyed a distinguished career spanning more than four decades, performing in major concert halls across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Praised for performances that combine technical brilliance with warmth and sensitivity, Frederick Moyer
brings audiences an experience that is both artistically profound and personally engaging. His recitals often feature beloved works by composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff, presented with insight and vitality.
June 28: Mary Trainor – Experiencing God in the Wild: The Intertwining of Faith and Nature | 6:00 PM | T Trinity Woods
Wisconsin is home to diverse ecosystems—from wetlands and prairies to pine barrens and hardwood forests. When we take the time to witness, listen, and touch the natural world, we can experience the divine in unexpected ways. The Rev. Dr. Mary Stoddard Trainor, Episcopal priest, naturalist, and Ph.D. biologist, will guide us on a visual journey through Wisconsin’s wild places and share how to cultivate spiritual awareness through nature.
May 28, June 2, 4, 11, 25, July 2: America 250! The United States Constitution – Past and Present – Dr. Tim Crain | 2:00 PM
In celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday, Dr. Tim Crain presents a compelling six-part series, “The United States Constitution: Past and Present.” Tracing America’s journey from the thirteen colonies and the Declaration of Independence through the Revolutionary War and the Constitutional Convention of 1787, the series explores the creation of the three branches of government, the adoption of the Bill of Rights, and the Founders’ concerns about executive power. Concluding with the transformative amendments that abolished slavery and secured women’s suffrage, this timely and engaging series offers meaningful insight into the Constitution’s enduring influence as we mark this historic milestone.