It’s Friday 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 at least two weeks in advance.
1. Mural unveiling: Friday, Sept. 2
See Milwaukee’s newest mural, done by Anna Rose Menako in partnership with Artists Working in Education and Associated Bank. The unveiling goes from noon to 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 2 at the Associated Bank building at 4812 W. Burleigh St.
2. Black Rose Initiative block party: Saturday, Sept. 3
The Black Rose Initiative, a coalition of Black transgender leaders in Milwaukee, is hosting a block party for the Sherman Park, Metcalfe Park, Uptown and Walnut Hill neighborhoods. The event takes place from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 3 on North 45th Street between West North Avenue and West Wright Street.
3. Back to school giveaway: Saturday, Sept. 3
Still looking for school supplies? Get free supplies and enjoy face painting, live music, raffles and more from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 3 at 8700 W. Brown Deer Road.
4. Sweetgrass braiding: Saturday, Sept. 3
Learn how to harvest and braid sweetgrass grown at the Native Wellness Garden. This event runs from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 3 at the Native Wellness Garden, located on South 6th Street just north of West Howard Avenue.
5. Spoken word at Sherman Phoenix: Sunday, Sept. 4
This week’s installment of the Sherman Phoenix Front Porch Series features spoken word poet Brit Nicole. The event is free for all ages and food is available for purchase. The event runs from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 4 at the Sherman Phoenix Marketplace, located at 3536 W. Fond Du Lac Ave.
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