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. Juneteenth Freedom Ride: Friday, June 19
Celebrate Juneteenth with Red Bike & Green-Milwaukee on a bike ride starting at North 1st Street and West Locust Street on top of the hill and ending at Milwaukee’s 55th annual Juneteenth celebration on Friday, June 19 from 9 to 11 a.m. More information here.
2. Carmen Northwest Hiring Event: Friday, June 19
Find your next job at Carmen Schools of Science and Technology at the new Northwest campus, 3215 N. Martin Luther King Drive, during its hiring fair on Friday, June 19 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. More information here.
3. Slice of Local History Bingo: Friday, June 19
Test your local Milwaukee history with free pizza and trivia to celebrate Juneteenth at America’s Black Holocaust Museum, 401 W. North Ave., on Friday, June 19 from noon to 3 p.m. More information here.
4. Murals and Muffins: Saturday, June 20
Join the Northwest Side Community Development Corp. for a mural unveiling with local artist Tayla Hart with muffins and coffee at the Green Tech Station, 4101 N. 31st St., on Saturday, June 20 from 10 to 11 a.m. More information here.
5. Crowned with Care: Saturday, June 20
Join FATE: Arts & Performing Arts Group for a culturally affirming Black hair and wellness event for parents, caregivers and guardians raising Black children. Receive judgement-free guidance for caring for Black hair on Saturday, June 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 339 W. North Avenue. Register for free here. More information here.
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Jonathan Aguilar is a visual journalist at Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service who is supported through a partnership between CatchLight Local and Report for America.
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