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. Networking for Business Owners: Monday, April 20

Are you a business owner looking to strengthen your professional connections? Sherman Phoenix is hosting a virtual workshop on how to build authentic relationships that support business growth on Monday, April 20 from 6-7 p.m. Register here and you will receive a virtual link. More information here.

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2. Civil Rights & Community Services Meeting: Monday, April 20

Join the Milwaukee Area Labor Council for a discussion on civil rights and community services, listen to a Wisconsin Labor History Society’s talk on the history of the eight-hour workday in Milwaukee and enjoy a free slice of pie at Honeybee Cafe, 2569 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., at 5:15 p.m. on Monday, April 20. More information here.

3. Mission Ready: Pitch Training for Entrepreneurs: Monday, April 20

Are you an entrepreneur? On Monday, April 20 at 6 p.m., the Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corp. is holding a virtual training session to help participants for a business pitch competition. Learn more about the pitch competition here.

4. Ald. Alex Brower’s April 2026 Town Hall: Tuesday, April 21

Join District 3 Ald. Alex Brower for a town hall to discuss property assessments and property taxes on Tuesday, April 21 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Maryland Ave. Montessori School, 2418 N. Maryland Ave. More information here.

5. MTEA Town Hall for Parents and Families: Tuesday, April 21

Milwaukee Public Schools parents and families can join the Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association (MTEA) for a town hall to discuss 2026-27 district budget priorities at the Washington Park Senior Center, 4420 W. Vliet St., on Tuesday, April 21 at 5 p.m. MPS Board Director James Ferguson and Vice President Marva Herndon will be in attendance. Register here. More information here.

Bonus: 414 in Motion Open House

The City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works is hosting several open houses to teach the community about the city’s first Transportation and Mobility Plan. This week, open houses will take place from 4-7 p.m. at the Milwaukee Public Library East Branch, 2320 N. Cramer St., on Monday, April 20; Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St., on Tuesday, April 21; and Sherman Phoenix Marketplace, 3536 W. Fond du Lac Ave., on Thursday, April 23rd. More information here.

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Alex Klaus covers education and is a Report for America corps member. Previously, she covered Detroit K-12 schools for Chalkbeat Detroit. She’s also reported for Outlier Media, Detroit Documenters and Bridge Detroit as a freelancer. She graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in urban studies and public history.