5 things to know and do the week of Dec. 4 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Chesnie Wardell
December 4, 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.
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon to 4 p.m., All Peoples Gathering Church will give away free produce at its table stand at West Clarke and North Second streets. In addition to produce, there will be plenty of organic vegetables, eggs, yogurt, bread and more. More information here.
The Sherman Phoenix Marketplace will hold a small business open house from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 4 at 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave. Individuals interested in learning more about small business, creative arts and retail space opportunities are welcome to attend. RSVP here.  More information here.
Growing MKE, the citywide planning effort that focuses on future housing growth and choice in the city, will host an open house from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4 at the Good Hope Library, 7715 Good Hope Road. More information here. In case you missed it: The city seeks your input on how Milwaukee grows. Here’s how to provide it.
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The monthly Keeping Community Covered virtual session takes place the first Tuesday of the month. The session for December will focus on the ins and outs of health insurance and run from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the event. More information here
Voces de la Frontera and the Milwaukee Public Library Mitchell Street Branch are partnering to offer citizenship classes from 4:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6 at 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. The classes, offered in English and Spanish, are for individuals who have at least five years of residency or three years as a permanent resident who is married to a U.S. citizen. To register, call 414-236-0415 or 262-346-4027. Walk-ins are welcome. More information here.
Enjoy an hour of free yoga and meditation from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.  on Monday, Dec. 4. at MKE Yoga Social at 735 N. Water St., Suite 728. MKE Yoga Social will be giving away yoga mats to participants. Click here to obtain a free ticket. More information here.