5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: Dec. 16 to Dec. 21 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Ana Martinez-Ortiz
December 16, 2019
This weekend, Enderis Park Neighborhood Association will be deciding who has the most festive decoration. (Photo provided by Enderis Park Neighborhood Association)
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
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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.
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