It’s family free day at the zoo; Amani United is having its inauguration; donate blood in Century City; and paint a picture at the Farmhouse Paint Bar.
Ana Martinez-Ortiz
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Ana is the community engagement reporter and beat reporter for neighborhood groups and nonprofits. As the community engagement reporter, Ana is known for writing five things to know/do for the week and weekend, how to articles and spotlight articles. Ana attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and graduated in 2017 with degrees in Spanish and journalism.
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NNS Spotlight: New name, same mission: How one organization is lifting up Milwaukee residents
VIA, the nonprofit organization formerly known as Layton Boulevard West Neighbors, serves residents of Silver City, Burnham Park and Layton Park and focuses on affordable housing, economic development and grassroots leadership.
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Where to find Black History Month events in Milwaukee
Here are some Black History Month events occurring in Milwaukee.
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5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: Feb. 1 to Feb. 6
Speak with State Rep. LaKeshia Myers; celebrate “Phobruary”; donate gently used or new shoes; watch Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s virtual series for Black History Month; and check out the Mystic Phoenix Art pop-up.
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5 things to do and know the weekend of Jan. 29
Learn about Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day; check out “The Lonely Reality of an Academic Dreamer”; participate in the annual MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit; take classes from Ko-Thi Dance Company; and “Put a brake on trafficking.”
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5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: Jan. 25 to Jan. 30
Check out a homebuying webinar; participate in the Fire and Police Commission’s community meeting; view Mentor Greater Milwaukee’s mentoring symposium; learn about understanding racism; and attend quarterly meeting of Harambee Community Association.
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NNS Spotlight: Clarke Square herbalist connects community with nature
Angela Kingsawan is all about sharing her knowledge with the community as an herbalist. “I always want to learn and grow,” the Clarke Square woman says.
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5 things to do and know the weekend of Jan. 22
Visit the Golden Lotus Asian Food Market; donate a blanket or two; give blood at the Sherman Phoenix; get tickets for “Identifying Features”; and order food from Royally Vegan.
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5 things to know this week in Milwaukee: Jan. 18 to Jan. 23
Celebrate MLK Day with several events; take a community survey on a new bicycle boulevard on near South Side; and sign up for cross-country skiing lessons.
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5 things to do and know the weekend of Jan. 15
Check out Milwaukee Recreation’s Yoga Fest; schedule a contactless pickup from the library; join the vigil for racial justice; explore Lynden Sculpture Garden with your dog; and check out Danceworks K-pop workshop.