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.

Fondy’s Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market supports local producers and gives the community healthy food options. The next market  takes place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 23. (Photo provided by Fondy Food Center)

1. Books and Plants Exchange: Friday, Dec. 22

Join the Sickle Cell Warriors of Wisconsin from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 22 at 2107 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to swap a book or plant. You’ll have the chance to learn about various species and discover new books. Refreshments will also be served. More information here.

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2. Fondy’s Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market: Saturday, Dec. 23

Fondy’s Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market is held weekly at 5305 W. Capitol Drive, where farmers and artisans gather to sell produce, body products and more. The next one takes place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 23.  More information here.

3. Christmas Giveaway: Saturday, Dec. 23

Raising the Bar Solutions and A Better Tomorrow for Families invites you to their second annual Christmas giveaway from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 23 at 2717 W. Atkinson Ave. The event will feature toys, winter apparel and resources. There will also be $200 given to 10 families in need. More information here.

4. “Islamic Jeopardy”: Sunday, Dec. 24

Join the Milwaukee Islamic Dawah Center at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 24 at 5135 N. Teutonia Ave. for “Islamic Jeopardy.” Attendees will compete to answer questions on various Islamic topics to win a prize. Click here to RSVP. More information here.

5. Christmas at City of Light Church: Sunday, Dec. 24

City of Light Church will hold a Christmas celebration from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 24 at 6725 W. Burleigh St. Music, family photos and more will be available to ensure a good time. More information here.

BONUS:  UPDATED: From free meals to coat drives, how you can keep the holiday season affordable in Milwaukee

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Chesnie Wardell serves as the intergenerational reporter for NNS. In addition, she writes features on notable North Side and South Side residents. She reported for other newsrooms like the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, covered teacher vacancies through an O'Brien fellowship and was selected as an inaugural member of the New York Times Corps. She is a 2025 graduate of Marquette University, where she studied journalism and theology.