Children learn to snowshoe at Havenwoods State Forest. There will be a winter break event for families to participate in winter activities on Saturday, Feb. 15. (Photo provided by Mia Noel)

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.

1. Metcalfe Park Freedom Shop: Friday, Feb. 14

Once a month, Metcalfe Park residents can stop by the  freedom shop to receive free items like clothes, diapers, wipes and more. The next mutual aid event will be from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14 at 3624 W. North Ave. on the second floor. Click here to see what’s in stock or what’s needed. More information here.

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2. Stuff Swap: Saturday, Feb. 15

KK River Neighbors in Action and other organizations invite you to bring gently used clothes, electronics, supplies and more that you’d be able to swap out for something new. Swapping will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 2677 S. 16th St. Registration is required.  More information here.

3. Love Ultra Gay-lentines: Saturday, Feb. 15

Revel Bar and Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin are collaborating to host a “Gay-lentines” from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 2246 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. The night will be filled with music and connecting with each other. In addition, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin encourages you to stop by its table to write a letter to health care workers and to pass on resources for the LGBTQ+ communities. More information here.

4. Black History Month Dance Sessions: Saturday, Feb. 15

Choreographer Taylor Kristina will be leading free decade themed dance sessions in honor of Black History Month from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 3413 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. All ages and dance levels are welcomed. More information here.  Here’s how you can celebrate Black History Month in Milwaukee

5. Winter Break Milwaukee: Saturday, Feb. 15

Families are welcome to spend some winter fun from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15 at Havenwoods State Forest, 6141 N. Hopkins St. There will be activities, food and more. More information here.

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Chesnie Wardell serves as a reporting fellow for NNS. In addition to compiling our popular “5 things to know and do” lists, she also writes features on notable North Side and South Side residents. She is a 2025 graduate of Marquette University, where she studied journalism and digital media.