5 things to know and do the weekend of Nov. 10 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Chesnie Wardell
November 10, 2023
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.
A social dance in honor of Veterans Day will be held from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 10 at the Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, Inc., 930 W. ­Historic Mitchell St. Individuals are encouraged to wear their regalia and ribbon skirts. A host drum will be present for entertainment along with food. More information here.
Baked Dreams Bakery and Cafe will celebrate its grand opening from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11 at the Sherman Phoenix, 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave. The community is invited to come out and support chef and owner Tamesha Patrice. More information here.
Best Babies Zone, or BBZ, is an initiative that focuses on combating infant mortality because of racial disparities. From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11 and 18, parents are invited to share stories about their parenting and pregnancy experiences. The workshops will be held at the Silver Spring Neighborhood Center, 5460 N. 64th St. Free childcare will be provided along with gift cards. Registration is required.  More information here.
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Come to the 11th annual Kops Park Stocking Stuffer Craft Fair and Bake Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11 at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 3205 N. 85th St. Vendors, crafts and free coffee will be awaiting you! More information here.
Food for Health, a Milwaukee nonprofit organization, wants you to be healthy for the holidays by attending its workshops on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2007 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Among highlights are stretching, a seminar and a cooking demonstration.  More information here.