5 things to know and do the weekend of April 19 | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Chesnie Wardell
April 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.
Drea McAlister will present “She Writes in Secret,” a spoken word showcase at Alverno College’s Pitman Theatre, 3431 S. 39th St. The work is from a collection of poems that highlights McAlister’s life experiences. The performance begins at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 19. Admission is free for Alverno students. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $5 for the general public and $2 for middle and high school students.  More information here.
The Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center will host a family culture night from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 19 at 930 W. Historic Mitchell St. It will include a meal, conversation and a youth activity. More information here.
The Amani neighborhood will have its third annual Earth Day cleanup from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 20 at the Dominican Center, 2470 W. Locust St. Community members can engage with one another while cleaning. Supplies will be provided. Click here to register, if you are interested in volunteering.  More information here.
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April is National Minority Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of the health challenges faced by people from different minority communities. Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin will host an interactive minority health fair from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 20 at 5370 W. Fond du Lac Ave. The day’s events will include a panel discussion, health resources, raffles and more. Click here to register. More information here.
Daync Academy and Milwaukee Salsa invite you to participate in a Latin social night that will be filled with salsa, bachata, cumbia and merengue music. You will receive intro dance lessons while enjoying food and drinks. This event will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 21 at 158 S. Barclay St. Click here to purchase $10 tickets.  More information here.