5 things to know and do this week in Milwaukee: April 4 to April 8 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Sam Woods
April 4, 2022
You can support local refugee chefs and enjoy an authentic Karen meal this week at Tricklebee Cafe. (NNS file photo by Naomi Waxman)
It’s Monday in Milwaukee, and here are some things we think you should know about. If you would like your event to be considered for this column, please submit your news by clicking here.
1. MKE global food tour – Karen: Monday, April 4
From now through Aug. 8, Amilinda, Tricklebee Cafe and Lazy Susan MKE are highlighting chefs from various refugee communities. This week, enjoy an authentic Karen meal at 6 p.m. on Monday, April 4 at Tricklebee Cafe, located at 4424 W. North Ave. The meal costs $60 and all sales go to the chefs. More information here.
2. Metcalfe Park and Election Day: Tuesday, April 5
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Celebrate Metcalfe Park community joy with free food, live music, voter education and safety kits for voters from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5 at the corner of North 28th and West Center street. For more information, contact Brittney at 414-533-7532. You can find more information, including what’s on your ballot, where your polling place is and if you’re currently registered to vote, by clicking here.
3. Starting Beekeeping, class one of two: Wednesday, April 6
Interested in learning more about beekeeping? Consider attending this two-class workshop. The first class takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 6 at 6820 N. 43rd St. Contact charbee@me.com to reserve a seat. Both classes together are $75. More information here.
4. Apply for a Teens Grow Greens Internship: Application due April 15
Teens Grow Greens, a nonprofit providing educational opportunities for teens related to the environment, is looking for summer interns. If you or a teen you know is interested in learning more about how urban agriculture, consider applying by April 15. More information here.
5. Mock interview with a ninth grader: Ongoing
Carmen Schools of Science and Technology is looking for community volunteers to interview its ninth graders. Each session is 75 minutes, with sessions starting on Monday, April 11 and continuing through Friday, May 19. Each interview is conducted virtually. Register here.