5 things to know and do the week of March 25 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Chesnie Wardell
March 25, 2024
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 through Thursday, the Milwaukee Islamic Dawah Center sponsors a food pantry from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 5135 N. Teutonia Ave. To receive free food, you must bring a box or bag and your ID. The food pantry will be open again on Monday, March 25. Click here to register and to view the other upcoming dates. More information here.
The Walker’s Point Association will hold its community gathering from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26. The gathering will take place at 1033 MKE, a new restaurant at 1033 S. First St. Listen to neighborhood updates, learn about neighborhood projects and more.  More information here.
WestCare Wisconsin is encouraging individuals to participate in its “Prescription Drug Take Back” from 10 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, March 26  at the Clinton Rose Senior Center, 3045 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. You can bring prescription or non-prescription medications, for proper disposal. Pacemakers and needles are not accepted. More information here.
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Entrepreneurs, community leaders, and professionals will gather at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27 at Bronzeville Kitchen & Lounge, 2053 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.  Attendees can network, take masterclasses, participate in a discussion panel and more.
Harvie Herrington, entrepreneur, pro football player, motivational speaker, and author, will be the guest speaker. More information here.
Attend a community health and wellness fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 28 at Owen’s Place, 504 W. National Ave. You will receive free health screenings and health resources. There will also be a chance to win raffles, gift cards and more. If interested in getting a dental exam, registration is required. Click here to register for the health and wellness fair.   More information here.
Bonus: The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music is accepting applications for its new Fellowship in Teaching Artistry program. The program aims to support Black and Latino classical musicians early in their careers and increase underserved Milwaukee-area students’ exposure to classical music through one-on-one lessons and in-school instruction at schools that currently do not have a music teacher on staff.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a priority deadline of April 5. Click here to apply. More information here.