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. Free Tai Chi in Lindsay Heights: Monday, July 13

Build stability, flexibility and balance with Walnut Way’s free tai chi on Monday, July 13 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Innovation and Wellness Commons Community Room, 1617 W. North Ave. More information here.

2. Full Body Conditioning: Tuesday, July 14

Work on your strength training with coach Fred Young on Tuesday, July 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Multi-Fitness Room, 1531 W Vliet St. Classes are $5 per person. More information here.

3. Merrill Park Neighbors Meeting: Tuesday, July 14

Merrill Park Neighbors is hosting its monthly community meeting on Tuesday, July 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the St. Rose Community Room, 540 N. 31st St. More information here.

4. District 10 Community Bike Ride: Wednesday, July 15

Go on a community bike ride through the 10th Aldermanic District beginning at the Washington Park Bandshell, 4599 W. Lloyd St., from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15. More information here.

5. Family Cookshop: Beat the Heat!: Wednesday, July 15

Learn how to cook a mid-summer meal with FoodRight on Wednesday, July 15 at 3 p.m. at 2323 N. Commerce St. Registration is $5 online or a suggested $10 donation at the door. More information here.

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5 things to know and do the week of July 13

by Alex Klaus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
July 12, 2026

<h1>5 things to know and do the week of July 13</h1>
<p class="byline">by Alex Klaus, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service <br />July 12, 2026</p>

<p class="has-background" style="background-color:#ede9e9"><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"><strong>1. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1430458418295130/1434060401268265/">Free Tai Chi in Lindsay Heights</a>:<strong> Monday, July 13</strong></h2>
<p>Build stability, flexibility and balance with Walnut Way’s free tai chi on Monday, July 13 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Innovation and Wellness Commons Community Room, 1617 W. North Ave. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1430458418295130/1434060401268265/">More information here</a>.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1JEZaqVcUW/">Full Body Conditioning</a>:<strong> Tuesday, July 14</strong></h2>
<p>Work on your strength training with coach Fred Young on Tuesday, July 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Multi-Fitness Room, 1531 W Vliet St. Classes are $5 per person. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1JEZaqVcUW/">More information here</a>.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>3. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1LT2WQdDBA/">Merrill Park Neighbors Meeting</a>: <strong>Tuesday, July 14</strong></h2>
<p>Merrill Park Neighbors is hosting its monthly community meeting on Tuesday, July 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the St. Rose Community Room, 540 N. 31st St. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1LT2WQdDBA/">More information here</a>.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>4. </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1Lx65ocxNn/">District 10 Community Bike Ride</a>: <strong>Wednesday, July 15</strong></h2>
<p>Go on a community bike ride through the 10th Aldermanic District beginning at the Washington Park Bandshell, 4599 W. Lloyd St., from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1Lx65ocxNn/">More information here</a>.</p>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>5. </strong><a href="https://www.foodright.org/family-cookshop?fbclid=IwY2xjawS7ev9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeiwrMx55C3YfAagClFpvlrg63X6LV-jya5yClkAzxtY7RYFMXvDsbLwap9HA_aem_D8aABX_SSZsNCL-GC64A-g">Family Cookshop: Beat the Heat!</a>: <strong>Wednesday, July 15</strong></h2>
<p>Learn how to cook a mid-summer meal with FoodRight on Wednesday, July 15 at 3 p.m. at 2323 N. Commerce St. Registration is $5 online or a suggested $10 donation at the door. <a href="https://www.foodright.org/family-cookshop?fbclid=IwY2xjawS7ev9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeiwrMx55C3YfAagClFpvlrg63X6LV-jya5yClkAzxtY7RYFMXvDsbLwap9HA_aem_D8aABX_SSZsNCL-GC64A-g">More information here</a>.</p>
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5 things to know and do the week of July 13

1. Free Tai Chi in Lindsay Heights: Monday, July 13

2. Full Body Conditioning: Tuesday, July 14

3. Merrill Park Neighbors Meeting: Tuesday, July 14

4. District 10 Community Bike Ride: Wednesday, July 15

5. Family Cookshop: Beat the Heat!: Wednesday, July 15

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1. Free Tai Chi in Lindsay Heights: Monday, July 13

2. Full Body Conditioning: Tuesday, July 14

3. Merrill Park Neighbors Meeting: Tuesday, July 14

4. District 10 Community Bike Ride: Wednesday, July 15

5. Family Cookshop: Beat the Heat!: Wednesday, July 15

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Alex Klaus

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