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.

The Urban Ecology Center Menomonee Valley Branch will have its public animal feeding this weekend. (NNS file photo)

1. Pancakes with Santa: Saturday, Dec. 9

The Sherman Park Community Association will serve free pancakes to children, along with photo opportunities with Santa, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 2862 N. 53rd St. More information here.

2. Winter Wreath Workshop: Saturday, Dec. 9

Join the Friends of Havenwoods State Forest from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 6141 N. Hopkins St., to decorate your own wreath. Natural materials will be provided. To register, call 414-527-0232 or arrive earlier as space is limited. More information here.

3. Menomonee Valley Public Animal Feeding: Saturday, Dec. 9

The Urban Ecology Center Menomonee Valley Branch is hosting a free public animal feeding with turtles, snakes, and other Native Wisconsin Animal Ambassadors from noon to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 3700 W. Pierce St. All are welcome to attend. More information here.

4. Jolly Jamboree: Saturday, Dec. 9

The Embassy Center MKE invites families to attend its third annual Jolly Jamboree from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 3725 N. Sherman Blvd. The event will feature holiday crafts, games, snacks and more. Click here for volunteer opportunities. More information here.

5. Sole Healing Arts Open Mic: Saturday, Dec. 9

Join host Sole Q.U.E.E.N. at the Sole Healing Arts open mic from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop at The Q, a barbecue restaurant at 2730 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Drive. Experience live poets and singers. Purchase tickets here. More information here.

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5 things to know and do the weekend of Dec. 8

by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
December 8, 2023

<h1>5 things to know and do the weekend of Dec. 8  </h1>
<p class="byline">by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service <br />December 8, 2023</p>

<p class="has-background" style="background-color:#f6f6f6"><em>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 </em><a href="https://milwaukeenns.org/submit-a-story/?indypress=story"><em>clicking here</em></a><em> at least two weeks in advance.</em></p>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://milwaukeenns.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/7437399748_fc59a6c451_k-1024x678.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-92463" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Urban Ecology Center Menomonee Valley Branch will have its public animal feeding this weekend. (NNS file photo)</figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. <a href="https://shermanpark.org/event/pancakes-with-santa/">Pancakes with Santa:</a> <strong>Saturday, Dec. 9</strong></h2>
<p>The Sherman Park Community Association will serve free pancakes to children, along with photo opportunities with Santa, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 2862 N. 53rd St. <a href="https://shermanpark.org/event/pancakes-with-santa/">More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0Xg_QYOvLi/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Winter Wreath Workshop: </a><strong>Saturday, Dec. 9</strong></h2>
<p>Join the Friends of Havenwoods State Forest from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 6141 N. Hopkins St., to decorate your own wreath. Natural materials will be provided. To register, call 414-527-0232 or arrive earlier as space is limited. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0Xg_QYOvLi/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3. <a href="https://calendar.urbanecologycenter.org/event/menomonee-valley-public-animal-feeding-41/">Menomonee Valley Public Animal Feeding: </a><strong>Saturday, Dec. 9</strong></h2>
<p>The Urban Ecology Center Menomonee Valley Branch is hosting a free public animal feeding with turtles, snakes, and other Native Wisconsin Animal Ambassadors from noon to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 3700 W. Pierce St. All are welcome to attend. <a href="https://calendar.urbanecologycenter.org/event/menomonee-valley-public-animal-feeding-41/">More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">4. <a href="https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0h6tu1vgaFgVGJ5zzEzwDHTCUTpzmF3Q7kFvKioDPBQPrGEn8Qh7tp2mY3Xwxewg6l&amp;id=100064515887053">Jolly Jamboree:</a> <strong>Saturday, Dec. 9</strong></h2>
<p>The Embassy Center MKE invites families to attend its third annual Jolly Jamboree from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 3725 N. Sherman Blvd. The event will feature holiday crafts, games, snacks and more. <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyG2uP4peUxt0K8V7Inl_lI7pTIrlL02UMjqf6bhtyj-YfxQ/viewform">Click here for volunteer opportunities.</a> <a href="https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0h6tu1vgaFgVGJ5zzEzwDHTCUTpzmF3Q7kFvKioDPBQPrGEn8Qh7tp2mY3Xwxewg6l&amp;id=100064515887053">&nbsp;More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">5. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=317330234498239&amp;set=a.137369255827672">Sole Healing Arts Open Mic:</a> <strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Saturday, Dec. 9</strong></h2>
<p>Join host Sole Q.U.E.E.N. at the Sole Healing Arts open mic from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9&nbsp; as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop at The Q, a barbecue restaurant at 2730 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Drive. Experience live poets and singers. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sole-healing-arts-tickets-760617777247?fbclid=IwAR0MHinB4Eg4ymXQUDd6Dige23YQ_XF3RFxfdVQfXYZTPFAiWUyWbKOsPWE"><strong>Purchase tickets here.</strong></a><strong><u> </u></strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086637941755"><strong>More information here.</strong></a><strong><u></u></strong></p>
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5 things to know and do the weekend of Dec. 8

1. Pancakes with Santa: Saturday, Dec. 9

2. Winter Wreath Workshop: Saturday, Dec. 9

3. Menomonee Valley Public Animal Feeding: Saturday, Dec. 9

4. Jolly Jamboree: Saturday, Dec. 9

5. Sole Healing Arts Open Mic: Saturday, Dec. 9

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1. Pancakes with Santa: Saturday, Dec. 9

2. Winter Wreath Workshop: Saturday, Dec. 9

3. Menomonee Valley Public Animal Feeding: Saturday, Dec. 9

4. Jolly Jamboree: Saturday, Dec. 9

5. Sole Healing Arts Open Mic: Saturday, Dec. 9

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