5 things to know and do the week of July 31 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Chesnie Wardell
July 31, 2023
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.
Attend the Southside Organizing Center’s annual South Side National Night Out and Safety Fest on Tuesday, Aug. 1 at Kosciuszko Park, 2201 S. 7th St., from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will be resources for public safety and emergency services along with free food, shirts and more. More information here.
Farmers markets are back. Jackson Park has its farmers market every Thursday at 3500 W. Forest Home Ave. So come out Thursday, Aug. 3 from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to get some fresh produce. Check out a complete list of farmers markets compiled by Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin.
Milwaukee Police Department District 6 is having a National Night Out that includes family fun like food, games, a bouncy house, raffles and more. The event takes place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug.  3 at 2200 W. Kinnickinnic River Parkway, near Pulaski High School. More information here.
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The Havenwoods’ free concert series is still happening. This week it will occur on Thursday, Aug. 3, with music beginning at 6 p.m. The V Funk Band will be hitting the stage at Uihlein Soccer Park, 7101 W. Good Hope Road to bring residents funk, R&B, and dancing. Kid hours are from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. and there will be concessions and food trucks. More information here.
Staff and teen employees of Escuela Verde’s Newline Community Café will be hosting Silver City Night Markets on Friday, Aug. 4 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 3618 W. Pierce St. This event features vendors selling hand-made goods and other crafts, activities, food and games. The event is open to all. More information here.