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. Candlelight Grief Vigil: Friday, June 13

Join Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center Inc. in a candlelight grief vigil from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 13 at 930 W. Historic Mitchell St. You will remember loved ones and share stories on individuals who have died from a drug overdose. There will be guest speakers, prevention resources, food and more. This event is for adults 18 and up. More information here.

2. Bloom & Groom Plant Sale: Saturday, June 14

You can support Muskego Way Forward through a “Bloom & Groom” plant sale happening from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m on Saturday, June 14 at Reiske Park between South 23rd and West Lapham streets. There will be discounted plants and herbs for sale. Cash payments only are accepted. More information here.

3. Joy Fest: Saturday, June 14

City on a Hill Inc. invites families to a fest filled with activities, free health services, food and music. The fest will be from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 14 at 2224 W. Kilbourn Ave. More information here.

4. Cream City Cleanup: Saturday, June 14

Judo Brands is collaborating with local businesses to lead a community cleanup from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 14 at Rose Park, 3045 N. Martin Luther King Drive. All supplies, free lunch and event T-shirts will be provided to volunteers. More information here.

5. Mitchell Clarke Before Dark: Saturday, June 14

County Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez will lead a community walk through Mitchell Park and Clarke Square Park from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 14. Participants will meet at the Mitchell Park Domes Horticulture Conservatory, 524 S. Layton Blvd. You will learn the history of each park. More information here.

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5 things to know and do the weekend of June 13

by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
June 12, 2025

<h1>5 things to know and do the weekend of June 13</h1>
<p class="byline">by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service <br />June 12, 2025</p>

<p class="has-background" style="background-color:#f6f6f6"><em>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</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"><strong>1. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/s/candlelight-grief-vigil/1005092691784851/?mibextid=wwXIfr&amp;rdid=m3Vb8ijX18wuKMFw&amp;share_url=https://www.facebook.com/share/1BK613zqgy/?mibextid=wwXIfr">Candlelight Grief Vigil:</a> <strong>Friday, June 13&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>Join Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center Inc. in a candlelight grief vigil from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 13 at 930 W. Historic Mitchell St. You will remember loved ones and share stories on individuals who have died from a drug overdose. There will be guest speakers, prevention resources, food and more. This event is for adults 18 and up. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/s/candlelight-grief-vigil/1005092691784851/?mibextid=wwXIfr&amp;rdid=m3Vb8ijX18wuKMFw&amp;share_url=https://www.facebook.com/share/1BK613zqgy/?mibextid=wwXIfr">More information here.&nbsp;</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1091597849667091&amp;set=gm.1202388161370567">Bloom &amp; Groom Plant Sale:</a> <strong>Saturday, June 14&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>You can support Muskego Way Forward through a “Bloom &amp; Groom” plant sale happening from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m on Saturday, June 14 at Reiske Park between South 23rd and West Lapham streets. There will be discounted plants and herbs for sale. Cash payments only are accepted. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1091597849667091&amp;set=gm.1202388161370567">More information here.</a>&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>3. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=990194459941786&amp;set=a.554714906823079&amp;type=3&amp;mibextid=wwXIfr&amp;rdid=VQXHMBK6uybLWjMc&amp;share_url=https://www.facebook.com/share/16eeqBwwcn/?mibextid=wwXIfr">Joy Fest:</a> <strong>Saturday, June 14&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>City on a Hill Inc. invites families to a fest filled with activities, free health services, food and music. The fest will be from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 14 at 2224 W. Kilbourn Ave. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=990194459941786&amp;set=a.554714906823079&amp;type=3&amp;mibextid=wwXIfr&amp;rdid=VQXHMBK6uybLWjMc&amp;share_url=https://www.facebook.com/share/16eeqBwwcn/?mibextid=wwXIfr">More information here.</a>&nbsp;</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>4. </strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cream-city-clean-up-tickets-1377925244499?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&amp;aff=ebdsshios&amp;sg=153b29ee337454a60b5b1d825e1ef8b046e6862de81566177e670b8a125b86ffde374b13c7a94cfab23543b94151c6e00f90af7de927655b871d7236642e88b5085cf774b43f19f8fba6ce3b01eb">Cream City Cleanup:</a> <strong>Saturday, June 14</strong></h2>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/judo_brands/">Judo Brands</a> is collaborating with local businesses to lead a community cleanup from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 14 at Rose Park, 3045 N. Martin Luther King Drive. All supplies, free lunch and event T-shirts will be provided to volunteers.<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cream-city-clean-up-tickets-1377925244499?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&amp;aff=ebdsshios&amp;sg=153b29ee337454a60b5b1d825e1ef8b046e6862de81566177e670b8a125b86ffde374b13c7a94cfab23543b94151c6e00f90af7de927655b871d7236642e88b5085cf774b43f19f8fba6ce3b01eb"> More information here.</a></p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>5. </strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mitchell-clarke-before-dark-tickets-1388590695149?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&amp;aff=ebdsshios&amp;sg=153b29ee337454a60b5b1d825e1ef8b046e6862de81566177e670b8a125b86ffde374b13c7a94cfab23543b94151c6e00f90af7de927655b871d7236642e88b5085cf774b43f19f8fba6ce3b01eb">Mitchell Clarke Before Dark:</a> <strong>Saturday, June 14</strong></h2>
<p>County Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez will lead a community walk through Mitchell Park and Clarke Square Park from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 14. Participants will meet at the Mitchell Park Domes Horticulture Conservatory, 524 S. Layton Blvd. You will learn the history of each park. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mitchell-clarke-before-dark-tickets-1388590695149?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&amp;aff=ebdsshios&amp;sg=153b29ee337454a60b5b1d825e1ef8b046e6862de81566177e670b8a125b86ffde374b13c7a94cfab23543b94151c6e00f90af7de927655b871d7236642e88b5085cf774b43f19f8fba6ce3b01eb">More information here.</a></p></p>
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5 things to know and do the weekend of June 13

1. Candlelight Grief Vigil: Friday, June 13

2. Bloom & Groom Plant Sale: Saturday, June 14

3. Joy Fest: Saturday, June 14

4. Cream City Cleanup: Saturday, June 14

5. Mitchell Clarke Before Dark: Saturday, June 14

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1. Candlelight Grief Vigil: Friday, June 13

2. Bloom & Groom Plant Sale: Saturday, June 14

3. Joy Fest: Saturday, June 14

4. Cream City Cleanup: Saturday, June 14

5. Mitchell Clarke Before Dark: Saturday, June 14

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