It’s Monday in Milwaukee, and here are some events we think you shouldn’t miss. If you would like your event to be considered for this column, please email info@milwaukeenns.org and put “5 things” in the subject line by noon Thursday.

1. Story time at the Mitchell Park Domes: Monday, Dec. 16

The Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S. Layton Blvd., is hosting a story time session from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16. Children are invited to listen to a story in The Domes education center. The theme is December traditions.

2. Circles of Strength: women’s gathering: Tuesday, Dec. 17

The Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, 930 W. Historic Mitchell St., is hosting a women’s gathering from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17. Women of all ages and walks of life are invited. There will be food and activities designed to promote support, growth and connectivity.

3. Community conversation with Sen. Lena Taylor: Wednesday, Dec. 18
Lena Taylor, who is running for mayor, is inviting the community out for a conversation regarding public safety and public health. The event will be held at the Wisconsin African American Women’s Center, 3020 W. Vliet St., starting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18.

4. BLOC’s holiday party: Thursday, Dec. 19

Black Leaders Organizing for Communities, or BLOC, is throwing a holiday party from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19. In addition to celebrating BLOC’s second birthday, the party will also address the 2020 election. General admission tickets cost $20. Sponsor tickets range from $50 for an individual to $100 for an organization. The party will be held at Garfield’s 502, 502 W. Garfield Ave.

5. Holiday decorating contest in Enderis Park: Saturday, Dec. 21
The Enderis Park Neighborhood Association wants to find out who has the most festive home in Enderis Park. Judges will be checking out houses from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. The winners will receive a lawn sign and a shout-out in the Enderis Park newsletter and Facebook page.

Bonus: Milwaukee NNS fundraising campaign: Now through Tuesday, Dec. 31

Yep. We (still) out here begging. Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service is a nonprofit news organization. In order to survive, we rely on donations. Consider making a donation to our NewsMatch campaign, which ends Tuesday, Dec. 31. When you donate, NewsMatch will match your donation up to $1,000. Click here to donate. Every dollar counts.

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5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: Dec. 16 to Dec. 21

by Ana Martinez-Ortiz, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
December 16, 2019

<h1>5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: Dec. 16 to Dec. 21</h1> <p class="byline">by Ana Martinez-Ortiz, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service <br />December 16, 2019</p> <br /> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full wp-image-63206 is-resized"><img src="https://milwaukeenns.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/49214820701_513c871a88_o.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-63206" height="512" width="720" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">This weekend, Enderis Park Neighborhood Association will be deciding who has the most festive decoration. (Photo provided by Enderis Park Neighborhood Association)</figcaption></figure> <p><em>It’s Monday in Milwaukee, and here are some events we think you shouldn’t miss. If you would like your event to be considered for this column, please email </em>info@milwaukeenns.org<em> and put “5 things” in the subject line by <strong>noon Thursday.</strong></em></p> <p><strong>1. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/3189958951079179/?event_time_id=3189958971079177"><strong>Story time at the Mitchell Park Domes</strong></a><strong>: Monday, Dec. 16</strong></p> <p>The Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S. Layton Blvd., is hosting a story time session from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16. Children are invited to listen to a story in The Domes education center. The theme is December traditions.</p> <p><strong>2.</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2501606343499765/"><strong>Circles of Strength: women’s gathering</strong></a><strong>: Tuesday, Dec. 17</strong></p> <p>The Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, 930 W. Historic Mitchell St., is hosting a women’s gathering from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17. Women of all ages and walks of life are invited. There will be food and activities designed to promote support, growth and connectivity.</p> <p><strong>3. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1719274794874814/"><strong>Community conversation with Sen. Lena Taylor</strong></a><strong>: Wednesday, Dec. 18<br /> </strong> Lena Taylor, who is running for mayor, is inviting the community out for a conversation regarding public safety and public health. The event will be held at the Wisconsin African American Women’s Center, 3020 W. Vliet St., starting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18.</p> <p><strong>4. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/3290058537734667/"><strong>BLOC’s holiday party</strong></a><strong>: Thursday, Dec. 19</strong></p> <p>Black Leaders Organizing for Communities, or BLOC, is throwing a holiday party from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19. In addition to celebrating BLOC’s second birthday, the party will also address the 2020 election. General admission tickets cost $20. Sponsor tickets range from $50 for an individual to $100 for an organization. The party will be held at Garfield’s 502, 502 W. Garfield Ave.</p> <p><strong>5. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/436060704009541/"><strong>Holiday decorating contest in Enderis Park</strong></a><strong>: Saturday, Dec. 21<br /> </strong>The Enderis Park Neighborhood Association wants to find out who has the most festive home in Enderis Park. Judges will be checking out houses from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. The winners will receive a lawn sign and a shout-out in the Enderis Park newsletter and Facebook page.</p> <p><strong>Bonus: Milwaukee NNS fundraising campaign: Now through Tuesday, Dec. 31</strong></p> <p>Yep. We (still) out here begging. Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service is a nonprofit news organization.&nbsp;<strong>In order to survive, we rely on donations.&nbsp;</strong>Consider making a donation to&nbsp;<a href="https://milwaukeenns.org/newsmatch-starts-now-double-your-investment-today/">our NewsMatch campaign</a>, which ends Tuesday, Dec. 31. When you donate, NewsMatch will match your donation up to $1,000. Click&nbsp;<a href="https://give.marquette.edu/milwaukee-nns-donation-page-1">here to donate</a>. 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