A Milwaukee philanthropist and community members shed light on why a free bike matters during a local giveaway.
Chesnie Wardell
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.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of July 4
Support performing artists; tidy up Menomonee Valley; bring friends and family to a community cookout; shop at the farmers market in Enderis Park; and work out during a free Zumba class.
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5 things to know and do the week of June 30
Tap into flow arts; attend a community bike giveaway; sign up for the Healing Heavy Heart program; participate in yoga at Alice’s Garden Urban Farm; and join the Muslim Community & Health Center in a garden cleanup.
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How one father developed a doula program for dads
Joshua Liston-Zawadi is using his experiences to help other dads navigate the birthing process.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of June 27
Seek employment opportunities at the Milwaukee Public Library Zablocki Branch; attend a Black men’s health panel; stretch your body at Sherman Park; support vendors at a pride market; and learn about homeownership.
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5 things to know and do the week of June 23
Swap a puzzle or game board with someone; create your own ramen bowl at Mitchell Street Arts; receive free legal services; eat ice cream with VIA Community Development Corp.; and remove invasive species from Havenwoods State Forest Park.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of June 20
Practice your basketball skills during open gym; celebrate Amani Day; watch a movie in Davidson Park; ride your bike with the Milwaukee Police Department District 2; and hang out with the men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
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What you need to know about Milwaukee’s Juneteenth Day on Thursday
Milwaukeeans will gather Thursday to celebrate Juneteenth Day, and this year features a slight twist on the festivities.
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5 things to know and do the week of June 16
Participate in a barbershop-styled conversation for men; stay updated at a crime and safety meeting; learn about a community project from the City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works; visit the Amani neighborhood for resources; and listen to a story at the Milwaukee Public Library Zablocki Branch.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of June 13
Remember your loved ones at the Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center Inc.; purchase plants from Muskego Way Forward, spend time with your family at Joy Fest; give back to the community; and take a walk with Milwaukee County Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez.