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5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: Feb. 24 to Feb. 29

February 24, 2020 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz Leave a Comment

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Capita Productions presents “We are the drum,” a celebration of African American heritage, history and culture,” at Marshall High School this Saturday, Feb. 29. (Photo provided by We are the drum)

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. “Grrrl Justice” screening: Monday, Feb. 24

The UWM Union Cinema, 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd. Room 363, is hosting a free and public screening of “Grrrl Justice” from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 24. The film explores the impact of family violence, racism, poverty, sexual abuse and homophobia as it follows the lives of three characters.

2. Free flu shot clinic: Tuesday, Feb. 25

The flu continues to run rampant through Milwaukee, but there’s still a chance to get the flu shot. The City of Milwaukee Health Department, UWM Partners for Health and Norris Health Center are offering free flu shots while supplies last. The shots are being offered at the UWM Union Ballroom, 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 25. In case you missed it: ‘It wouldn’t go away’: The flu is menacing Milwaukee. Here’s how you can fight back.

3. African American brewing history talk: Wednesday, Feb. 26

John Harry, a beer historian, will discuss diversity in brewing and the role of Peoples Brewing. The talk will take place at Vennture Brew Co, 5519 W. North Ave., from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26. The event is free, and beer and coffee will be available for purchase.

4. Author Clarene Mitchell at Vibez Creative Arts Space: Thursday, Feb. 27

During Black History Month, Chrishella Roche has been featuring local black authors during her “It’s Lit! Author Meet & Greet” events. Clarene Mitchell, author of “Shine Online with LinkedIn” will be at Vibez Creative Arts Space, 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave., from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27. Mitchell will be interviewed about her process followed by a Q&A.

5. “We are the drum” performance: Saturday, Feb. 29

Capita Productions presents “We are the drum,” a celebration of African American heritage, history and culture. The show includes singing and dancing and will take place at Marshall High School, 4141 N. 64th St. There will be a performance at 3 p.m. and one at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 29. Tickets cost $15 at the door and $10 online.

Bonus: The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee and the Democratic National Convention Committee is hosting three community conversations on Tuesday, Feb. 25, Wednesday Feb. 26 and Thursday, Feb. 27 to provide updates about the 2020 Democratic National Convention. The meetings will help ensure community members throughout the city have the latest information about planning and opportunities to engage with the convention.

At each community conversation, the Host Committee and DNCC will provide updates related to volunteering for the convention, taking advantage of business-related opportunities, and what residents and businesses might expect in terms of moving around the city during convention week. Staff members will also be onsite to help attendees register to volunteer by creating their accounts on the new Milwaukee 2020 Volunteer Portal. 

The Host Committee and DNCC are asking all those who plan to attend to RSVP.

The 2020 Democratic National Convention Community Conversations will take place:

Downtown – Tuesday, Feb. 25 

  • Milwaukee Area Technical College – Cooley Theater (2nd Floor), 1015 N 6th St.  
  • Doors open at 6 p.m.; meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.

South – Wednesday, Feb. 26 

  • Journey House – Gymnasium, 2110 W Scott St.
  • Doors open at 6 p.m.; meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.

North – Thursday, Feb. 27 

  • Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, 3456 N 38th St.  
  • Doors open at 6 p.m.; meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.

In case you missed it: Can Milwaukee’s communities of color cash in on the Democratic National Convention?

In case you missed it: OPINION: Here’s how Milwaukee can truly benefit from the Democratic National Convention. (Hint: It’s not by bringing more big conventions downtown.)

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Ana is the community engagement reporter and beat reporter for neighborhood groups and nonprofits. As the community engagement reporter, Ana is known for writing five things to know/do for the week and weekend, how to articles and spotlight articles. Ana attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and graduated in 2017 with degrees in Spanish and journalism.

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