5 things to know and do the week of Aug. 28 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Chesnie Wardell
August 28, 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.
The Midtown Neighborhood Alliance MKE is hosting its monthly community meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at PEAK Initiative, 2480 W. Cherry St. Join a discussion about improving the Midtown neighborhood for residents. More information here.
The Garden District Neighborhood Association invites you to view the supermoon that is expected to light the sky on Wednesday, Aug. 30 at 7 p.m. in its community garden on South      6 Street and West Howard Avenue. Bring your chair. More information here.
Thursday, Aug. 31 is Overdose Awareness Day. Serenity Inns and Twelve Step Club are hosting an event from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 4102 W. Townsend St. Those interested can come to hear speakers and learn about resources to prevent and reduce the number of overdoses. Check our archives for coverage on Milwaukee’s overdose crisis.
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Learn how to help your child get to sleep safely through free classes offered by the City of Milwaukee Health Department  Wednesday August 30 at 9 a.m. at the Southside Health Center, 1639 S. 23rd St. To make an appointment call 414-286-8620. More information here.
If you are someone who works in motion graphics, also known as mographs, and want to network, check out this MotionMakers event by Blackbox Visual. The event takes place on Thursday, Aug. 31 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Vine Humboldt, 3000 S. Howell Ave. Tickets are free but limited. More information here.