A vendor applies a henna tattoo to an individual’s hand during an Afro Vibes Thursdays event. The next one is Thursday, July 25. (Photo provided by Craig Jackson Photography)

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.

1. Tour Alverno: Monday, July 22

Alverno College invites you to take a tour of its campus on Monday, July 22 at 3400 S. 43rd St. You will get to meet an admissions counselor and ask questions. Click here to schedule a tour and view varying times. More information here. 

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2. The Wind Down at Mobay Cafe: Thursday, July 25

Social X MKE invites you to attend happy hour after work to network and enjoy Jamaican and Caribbean food. It will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 25 at Mobay Cafe, 1022 S. First St. Feel free to bring your business cards. Registration is required. More information here. 

3. Youth Trap Therapy: Thursday, July 25 

Tarsha Wiggins is a therapist who hosts group sessions for youth to discuss challenges they face. The session features a combination of music and mental health. The next one will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 25 at 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave. More information here. 

4. Sherman Park Job Fair: Thursday, July 25

Direct Connect MKE is hosting a job fair from noon to 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 25 at 3000 N. Sherman Blvd. Information on employment and job training opportunities will be provided.  If you can’t attend, you can create a profile on Direct Connect MKE to access job information. More information here.

5. Afro Vibes Thursdays: Thursday, July 25

Come experience a night filled with music, vendors and more at 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 25 at Freight 38, 838 S. First St. Tickets are $10. More information here. 

Bonus: Summer of Soul: Wednesday, July 24

Join Culture x Design and the Marcus Performing Arts Center for a live show featuring The Robert Randolph Band, a mainstay act of the festival touring circuit since 2004. The band will bring its pulsating, gospel-rock fusion show to Milwaukee on Wednesday July 25. It’s the second show in the inaugural Summer of Soul: Outdoor Marketplace & Concert Series. Doors open at 5 p.m.  Show starts at 7 p.m.  More information here.


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Chesnie Wardell serves as the intergenerational reporter for NNS. In addition, she writes features on notable North Side and South Side residents. She reported for other newsrooms like the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, covered teacher vacancies through an O'Brien fellowship and was selected as an inaugural member of the New York Times Corps. She is a 2025 graduate of Marquette University, where she studied journalism and theology.