5 things to know and do the weekend of Jan. 19 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Chesnie Wardell
January 19, 2024
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.
Every Friday, Ministreets Christian Urban Outreach Mission meets at the statue on 9th Place and West Lincoln Avenue in Kosciuszko Park to provide homeless people on Milwaukee’s South Side with food and other necessities. The next meet-up is at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19. Volunteers are welcome to attend. More information here.
Gallery Night MKE will kick off at 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19 in the Walker’s Point neighborhood. A second day of gallery events is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20. Attendees can explore local art, galleries, and more. Hours may vary by location. Check out the list of gallery participants. More information here.
From 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, the Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, 930 W. Historic Mitchell St., will show the movie, “Black Cloud.” Youth activities will be provided, so feel free to bring your kids.  More information here.
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The Grohmann Museum will kick off an exhibition called “Patterns of Meaning: The Art of Industry by Cory Bonnet” at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19 at 1000 N. Broadway. The exhibition will honor steel workers who have worked to build the modern world. It will feature 22 pieces, including paintings, chandeliers and other artifacts. More information here.
Eco Families Sustainability Learning Group aims to teach individuals how to create eco-friendly environments. From 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20, individuals will learn how to make eco-friendly cleaning products instead of using products with harsh chemicals. The event will take place at The Table, 5305 W. Capitol Drive. More information here.