Rooted & Rising invites residents to share their ideas about building a strategic plan for Washington Park. The conversation will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, April 7 at 3940 W. Lisbon Ave. (NNS file photo by PrincessSafiya Byers)

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. Dine and Dialogue: Monday, April 7

Rooted & Rising invites residents to share their ideas about building a strategic plan for Washington Park. The conversation will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, April 7 at 3940 W. Lisbon Ave. More information here.

2. Muskego Way Forward Community Closet: Through Tuesday, April 8

Muskego Way Forward is asking community members to donate formal wear like suit jackets, dresses and accessories for an upcoming prom event. Donations will be accepted through Tuesday, April 8. To coordinate a drop-off, text 414-398-6256. More information here.

3. BLK Pride Tuesdays: Tuesday, April 8

Black Pride Milwaukee Inc. will be hosting a karaoke night for the LGBTQ+ community at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8 at 3412 W. National Ave. Entry is free until 9 p.m., then there will be a $5 charge.

4. District 5 Drug Take Back: Wednesday, April 9

The Milwaukee Police Department District 5 encourages you to bring your unused, unwanted or expired medication for safe disposal from noon to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9 at 1901 N. Sixth St. Liquids and syringes will not be accepted. More information here.

5. Building Strong Foundations: Wednesday, April 9

PNC Business Banking will be leading a workshop for entrepreneurs from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9 at the Sherman Phoenix Marketplace, 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave. You will be presented with knowledge and tools to build a financial foundation for your business. Click here to register. More information here.

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5 things to know and do the week of April 7

by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
April 6, 2025

<h1>5 things to know and do the week of April 7</h1>
<p class="byline">by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service <br />April 6, 2025</p>
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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://milwaukeenns.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/53281030354_3f95c6880e_k-1024x649.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-114508" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Rooted &amp; Rising invites residents to share their ideas about building a strategic plan for Washington Park. The conversation will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, April 7 at 3940 W. Lisbon Ave. (NNS file photo by PrincessSafiya Byers)</figcaption></figure>
<p class="has-background" style="background-color:#f2f2f2"><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"><em> clicking here</em></a><em> at least two weeks in advance.</em></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122132523716604658&amp;set=gm.1141810904349099">Dine and Dialogue: </a><strong>Monday, April 7</strong></h2>
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<p>Rooted &amp; Rising invites residents to share their ideas about building a strategic plan for Washington Park. The conversation will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, April 7 at 3940 W. Lisbon Ave. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122132523716604658&amp;set=gm.1141810904349099">More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/100064506587724/posts/1039116454915231/?mibextid=wwXIfr&amp;rdid=F2PbDGAYN7MLw43J">Muskego Way Forward Community Closet: </a><strong>Through Tuesday, April 8</strong></h2>
<p>Muskego Way Forward is asking community members to donate formal wear like suit jackets, dresses and accessories for an upcoming prom event. Donations will be accepted through Tuesday, April 8. To coordinate a drop-off, text 414-398-6256. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/100064506587724/posts/1039116454915231/?mibextid=wwXIfr&amp;rdid=F2PbDGAYN7MLw43J">More information here.&nbsp;</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>3. </strong>BLK Pride Tuesdays: <strong>Tuesday, April 8</strong></h2>
<p>Black Pride Milwaukee Inc. will be hosting a karaoke night for the LGBTQ+ community at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8 at 3412 W. National Ave. Entry is free until 9 p.m., then there will be a $5 charge.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>4. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1046568974179498&amp;set=gm.3976281419284968">District 5 Drug Take Back:</a><strong> Wednesday, April 9</strong></h2>
<p>The Milwaukee Police Department District 5 encourages you to bring your unused, unwanted or expired medication for safe disposal from noon to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9 at 1901 N. Sixth St. Liquids and syringes will not be accepted. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1046568974179498&amp;set=gm.3976281419284968">More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>5. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/18YgARsaFf/?mibextid=wwXIfr">Building Strong Foundations: </a><strong>Wednesday, April 9&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>PNC Business Banking will be leading a workshop for entrepreneurs from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9 at the Sherman Phoenix Marketplace, 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave. You will be presented with knowledge and tools to build a financial foundation for your business. <a href="https://www.shermanphoenix.com/event-details/building-strong-relationships-mastering-business-banking-for-entrepreneurs/form">Click here to register.</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/18YgARsaFf/?mibextid=wwXIfr"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/18YgARsaFf/?mibextid=wwXIfr">More information here.&nbsp;</a></p>
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5 things to know and do the week of April 7

1. Dine and Dialogue: Monday, April 7

2. Muskego Way Forward Community Closet: Through Tuesday, April 8

3. BLK Pride Tuesdays: Tuesday, April 8

4. District 5 Drug Take Back: Wednesday, April 9

5. Building Strong Foundations: Wednesday, April 9

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1. Dine and Dialogue: Monday, April 7

2. Muskego Way Forward Community Closet: Through Tuesday, April 8

3. BLK Pride Tuesdays: Tuesday, April 8

4. District 5 Drug Take Back: Wednesday, April 9

5. Building Strong Foundations: Wednesday, April 9

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Chesnie WardellStaff Reporter

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