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E.B. Garner, far left, was the founder of the fishing club at the Urban Ecology Center, where he instructed many children on how to fish in the lagoon of Washington Park. He died in 2020. (NNS file photo by Jennifer Reinke)

1. Walk in the Park: Saturday, July 1

Milwaukee Parks Foundation and Milwaukee County Parks invites Capitol Heights residents to come out to Dineen Park for their monthly walk on Saturday, July 1 beginning at 1 p.m. This takes place at 6901 W. Vienna Ave.  More information here.

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2. Solutions to the Kia Boyz: Saturday, July 1

With the high amount of car thefts involving Kias and Hyundais in Milwaukee, community activist Vaun Mayes and priest, Dabar Ahmath, come together to lead a discussion about solutions against thefts of these cars, principally by a gang called Kia Boys. This will be Saturday, July 1 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 12601 W Hampton Ave.  More information here.

3. “Backyard Book Buffet”: Saturday, July 1

Milwaukee Public Library’s Mitchell Street Branch hosts its “Backyard Book Buffet” for those of all ages to come outdoors and enjoy some of the best books, alongside some food and games. It will take place Saturday, July 1 from noon to 2 p.m. at 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. Walk-ins are welcome if there’s enough space, but individuals are highly encouraged to register. More information here.

4. Washington Park Community Fishing Club: Saturday, July 1

If you’re looking for a hobby over the summer, Washington Park Community Fishing Club is offering free fishing lessons for individuals of all ages on Saturday, July 1 at the Urban Ecology Center, 1859 N. 40th St. This free activity runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. More information here.

5. Milwaukee Card Show: Sunday, July 2

American Family Field, 1 Brewers Way, will be having a card show Sunday, July 2 from noon to 4 p.m. Kids and adults will be able to collect sports cards and other collectibles from various vendors in attendance. Tickets are $6 to $12, but children under 12 can get in free. Food and entertainment will be present as well. More information here.

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Chesnie Wardell serves as the intergenerational reporter for NNS. In addition, she writes features on notable North Side and South Side residents. She reported for other newsrooms like the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, covered teacher vacancies through an O'Brien fellowship and was selected as an inaugural member of the New York Times Corps. She is a 2025 graduate of Marquette University, where she studied journalism and theology.