5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: July 26 to July 31 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Ana Martinez-Ortiz
July 26, 2021
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
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
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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.