5 things to do and know this week in Milwaukee: Nov. 23 to Nov. 28 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Ana Martinez-Ortiz
November 23, 2020
The Mitchell Park Domes’ annual Poinsettia Promenade is now on display in the Show Dome. (Photo by the Mitchell Park Domes)
It’s Monday in Milwaukee, and here are some things we think you should know about as the nation grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic. 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 .
1. Become a mentor: Big Brothers Big Sisters
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee is inviting people to learn about its mentorship program. The organization is hosting two virtual information sessions from noon to 12:45 p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 23. To register for the event, click here. The sessions are a part of the organization’s “Brovember” events and will teach participants how to apply to the program and what the responsibilities entail.
2. Community harvest feast: Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center
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The Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center is celebrating Thanksgiving early with a drive-thru community harvest feast. The celebration will take place at the health center, 930 W. Historic Mitchell St., from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24. Participants will receive a to-go meal and a goodie bag.
3. Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival: Ongoing
The Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival is back for its 22nd year. As usual, Cathedral Square, 520 E. Wells St., Pere Marquette Park, 900 N. Plankinton Ave., and Zeidler Union Square, 301 W. Michigan Ave., will be decorated in colorful lights. The festival continues until Friday, Jan. 1.
The Mitchell Park Domes, 524 S. Layton Blvd., recently opened its Poinsettia Promenade holiday floral show in the Show Dome. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, The Domes have limited hours and reservations are required to visit. Currently, The Domes are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The show will be on display through Sunday, Jan. 3.
To celebrate his 40th birthday, Common Council President Cavalier Johnson is hosting a blood drive. The drive, “40 for Life,” will be held at the Silver Spring Neighborhood Center, 5460 N. 64th St., from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28. Versiti will be running the blood drive and the donations will go toward patients in the Milwaukee community. To schedule a donation, click here.
Bonus: Where to find free meals this Thanksgiving and how you can support those in need
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