Mayor Cavalier Johnson (left) visits Scene 1 Restaurant & Lounge MKE, 5526 W. North Ave., to support Sherwin Hughes’ (center) “Beyond the Mic” segment. (Photo provided by Kyle Wallace)

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. Summer Game Night ’80s Theme: Friday, July 26

Enjoy a summer game night hosted by Jamila Carney from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, July 26 at 3020 W. Vliet St. Dress in your favorite ‘80s-themed outfit for a chance to win a cash prize. There will be food, vendors and music. Click here to purchase a $15 ticket. More information here. 

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2. ‘Beyond the Mic’ with Sherwin Hughes: Friday, July 26

Come listen to a “Beyond the Mic” segment hosted by Sherwin Hughes, radio host on 101.7 The Truth. The segment will air at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 26 at 1022 S. First St. You will enjoy Caribbean food, beverages and connect with other staff from The Truth. All attendees will receive a free Wisconsin State Fair ticket. More information here. 

3. ‘Queer Roots Space’: Friday, July 26 

The Hmong American Women’s Association invites Hmong LGBTQ+ adults to “Queer Roots Space,” where they can connect, share stories and build a queer siblinghood. The event will take place from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 26 at 3030 W. Highland Blvd. Food will be provided. Click here to register.  More information here. 

4. Sherman Park Grocery 2nd Anniversary Celebration: Saturday, July 27 

Sherman Park Grocery Store will celebrate its second anniversary from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 at 4315 W. Fond du Lac Ave. To show appreciation to customers, there will be food, a grocery giveback, a fitness class and more. Earl Stokes, radio personality on WJMR Jammin’ 98.3 FM, will also be present. Registration is required. To support the event, you can leave a donation here.  More information here. 

5. ‘Car Wash Car Show’: Sunday, July 28 

Your Move MKE Inc. will hold its fourth annual “Car Wash Car Show” fundraising event from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 28 at 731 W. Historic Mitchell St. The day will be filled with a variety of cars to check out, food, live music and vendors. More information here. 

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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.