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.

Tyrone Macklee paints a portrait during a night at Freight 38. You can experience a night filled with music, vendors and more from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 at Freight 38, 838 S. First St. (Photo provided by Craig Jackson Photography)

1. Free Foot Care Clinic: Wednesday, Feb. 7

Each month, City on a Hill offers a free foot care clinic that will assist you in taking care of your feet. Toenail trimming, diabetic foot maintenance and other services are provided. The next session is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 2224 W. Kilbourn Ave. More information here.

2. Crime and Safety Meeting at Atkinson Branch: Wednesday, Feb. 7

The Milwaukee Police Department District 5 will hold its monthly crime and safety meeting from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at the Milwaukee Public Library Atkinson Branch, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave. Law enforcement officers will share any neighborhood updates and residents are welcome to give their input. More information here.

3. Quiet Book Club: Thursday, Feb. 8

Spend a moment chatting with book enthusiasts about a book of your choice, then enjoy reading it in silence. The “Quiet Book Club,” will be from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 at The Table, 5305 W. Capitol Drive. Tea and refreshments will be served. More information here.

4. Budgeting 101 Night: Thursday, Feb. 8

Urbanize Finance will hold a free financial literacy workshop to help you manage your money. It will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 at 1109 W. Historic Mitchell St. To RSVP, email iamandah@urbanizefinance.org. More information here.

5. Afro Vibes Thursdays: Thursday, Feb. 8

Come experience a night filled with music, vendors and more from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 at Freight 38, 838 S. First St. The event will be free until 10:30 p.m. Afterward, admission will be $10. Click here to purchase tickets. If you’re interested in becoming a vendor, call 414- 841-4523. More information here.

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5 things to know and do the week of Feb. 5

by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
February 5, 2024

<h1>5 things to know and do the week of Feb. 5</h1>
<p class="byline">by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service <br />February 5, 2024</p>

<p class="has-background" style="background-color:#f4f4f4"><em>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</em> <a href="https://milwaukeenns.org/submit-a-story/?indypress=story"></a><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-full"><img src="https://milwaukeenns.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/53503380043_8922abd6cf_b.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-93470" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Tyrone Macklee paints a portrait during a night at Freight 38. You can experience a night filled with music, vendors and more from  9 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 at Freight 38, 838 S. First St. (Photo provided by Craig Jackson Photography)</figcaption></figure>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>1.</strong> <a href="https://nearwestsidemke.org/event/city-on-a-hill-foot-care-clinic/2024-02-07/">Free Foot Care Clinic:</a> <strong>Wednesday, Feb. 7</strong></h2>
<p>Each month, City on a Hill offers a free foot care clinic that will assist you in taking care of your feet. Toenail trimming, diabetic foot maintenance and other services are provided. The next session is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 2224 W. Kilbourn Ave. <a href="https://nearwestsidemke.org/event/city-on-a-hill-foot-care-clinic/2024-02-07/">More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2.</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/337337322548606/?ref=newsfeed">Crime and Safety Meeting at Atkinson Branch:</a> <strong>Wednesday, Feb. 7</strong></h2>
<p>The Milwaukee Police Department District 5 will hold its monthly crime and safety meeting from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at the Milwaukee Public Library Atkinson Branch, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave. Law enforcement officers will share any neighborhood updates and residents are welcome to give their input. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/337337322548606/?ref=newsfeed">More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>3.</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=690894096494299&amp;set=a.499913625592348">Quiet Book Club: </a><strong>Thursday, Feb. 8</strong></h2>
<p>Spend a moment chatting with book enthusiasts about a book of your choice, then enjoy reading it in silence. The “Quiet Book Club,” will be from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 at The Table, 5305 W. Capitol Drive. Tea and refreshments will be served.<a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=690894096494299&amp;set=a.499913625592348"> More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>4. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=341579182166957&amp;set=a.108101865514691">Budgeting 101 Night:</a> <strong>Thursday, Feb. 8</strong></h2>
<p>Urbanize Finance will hold a free financial literacy workshop to help you manage your money. It will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 at 1109 W. Historic Mitchell St. To RSVP, email <a href="mailto:iamandah@urbanizefinance.org">iamandah@urbanizefinance.org</a>. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=341579182166957&amp;set=a.108101865514691">More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>5.</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/303041135863715/303041245863704/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A%5B%7B%22extra_data%22%3A%22%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark_search%22%7D%2C%7B%22extra_data%22%3A%22%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%7D%5D%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D">&nbsp;Afro Vibes Thursdays:</a> <strong>Thursday, Feb. 8</strong></h2>
<p>Come experience a night filled with music, vendors and more from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 at Freight 38, 838 S. First St. The event will be free until 10:30 p.m. Afterward, admission will be $10. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/afro-vibes-thursdays-at-freight-38-tickets-574967963657?aff=oddtdtcreator">Click here to purchase tickets.</a>&nbsp; If you’re interested in becoming a vendor, call 414- 841-4523. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/303041135863715/303041245863704/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A%5B%7B%22extra_data%22%3A%22%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark_search%22%7D%2C%7B%22extra_data%22%3A%22%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%7D%5D%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D">More information here.</a></p>
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5 things to know and do the week of Feb. 5

1. Free Foot Care Clinic: Wednesday, Feb. 7

2. Crime and Safety Meeting at Atkinson Branch: Wednesday, Feb. 7

3. Quiet Book Club: Thursday, Feb. 8

4. Budgeting 101 Night: Thursday, Feb. 8

5. Afro Vibes Thursdays: Thursday, Feb. 8

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1. Free Foot Care Clinic: Wednesday, Feb. 7

2. Crime and Safety Meeting at Atkinson Branch: Wednesday, Feb. 7

3. Quiet Book Club: Thursday, Feb. 8

4. Budgeting 101 Night: Thursday, Feb. 8

5. Afro Vibes Thursdays: Thursday, Feb. 8

Related

Chesnie WardellStaff Reporter