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 at least two weeks in advance.

1. A briefing on upcoming projects in Bronzeville: Tuesday, Sept. 6
Hear about upcoming projects and initiatives occurring in Bronzeville from Ald. Milele Coggs during this virtual meeting from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6. Register to attend here, or watch live on Facebook.
2. “Where Did We Sit on the Bus?” live reading and conversation: Wednesday, Sept. 7
The Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, Latino Arts Inc. and 88Nine Radio Milwaukee collaborate to bring you a live reading of the play, “Where Did We Sit on the Bus?” by Brian Quijada, followed by a discussion on identity. Milwaukee Chamber Theatre is running the play, which is accompanied by original music from Kellen “Klassik” Abston, starting Sept. 30. The live reading takes place from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7 at Radio Milwaukee, 220 E. Pittsburgh Ave. Register for free here.
3. Fire and Police Commission community meeting: Wednesday, Sept. 7
The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission, which oversees Milwaukee’s police and fire departments, is holding a virtual community meeting on the appointments of Ruben Burgos and Gerard Washington. This is a chance to learn more about them and to provide comment. The virtual meeting takes place from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7. Register here.
4. Opening reception: The Effects of Time on Memory”/“Los Efectos del Tiempo en la Memoria”: Friday, Sept. 9
Latino Arts Inc. has a new exhibition: ‘The Effects of Time on Memory”/“Los Efectos del Tiempo en la Memoria.” The opening reception for the exhibition starts at 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 9 at 1028 S. 9th St.
5. Deadline to submit a “Data Dream”: Friday, Sept. 9
The nonprofit, Data You Can Use, wants to hear from organizations about how their services could be improved with better data. In October, select organizations will participate in a pitch competition to receive Data You Can Use’s services to gather needed data. The deadline to apply for organizations to submit their “Data Dream” is Friday, Sept. 9. Data You Can Use connects people who need data to people who have data and assists in accessing, analyzing, translating, interpreting and presenting data. In case you missed it: NNS Spotlight: A love for data and a love for service: Victor Amaya’s journey
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