The African American Roundtable, shown here during the initial LiberateMKE launch, is hosting MilwaukeeFest, a local concert event this Friday, July 30. (Photo provided by Markasa Tucker)

It’s Monday in Milwaukee, and here are some things we think you should know about as make plans for the week. 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. Health and Inclusion Resource Fair: Monday, July 26

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The Milwaukee County Disabilities Services Division is celebrating the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by hosting a Health and Inclusion Resource Fair at Washington Park Senior Center, 4420 W. Vliet St., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, July 26.

2. Evenings on the lagoon in Washington Park: Wednesday, July 28

The Urban Ecology Center invites you to enjoy an evening on Washington Park’s lagoon. The event will take place at Washington Park, 1859 N. 40th St., from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 28. Tickets cost from $8 to $10; registration is required.

3. VIA’s ice cream social: Thursday, July 29

VIA, formerly known as Layton West Boulevard Neighbors, is hosting an ice cream social at Trowbridge Square Park, 1530 S. 38th St., from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 29.  READ: NNS Spotlight: New name, same mission: How one organization is lifting up Milwaukee residents

4. Red Bike & Green: Harambee rides: Thursday, July 29

Red Bike & Green is hosting a casual bike ride through Harambee and all are invited to join. The group will meet at 5 Points Art Gallery & Studios, 3514 N. Port Washington Rd., at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 29.

5. African American Roundtable: MilwaukeeFest: Friday, July 30

The African American Roundtable presents MilwaukeeFest, which will feature  musical performances from gospel to rap to country to pop to hip-hop and more. The concert will take place at 6633 W. Mill Rd. from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, July 30.

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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.