Take a walk with the Milwaukee Parks Foundation; learn to combine chess and music; attend a yoga session at the Milwaukee Public Library Zablocki Branch; enjoy a Sunday brunch; and play basketball with community members.
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5 things to know and do the week of May 13
Attend a training session about government contracts; receive legal assistance from Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee; learn how to maintain your health at Independence First; engage with the Milwaukee Police Department District 2; and pitch your business to the Kohl’s Supplier Diversity team.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of April 12
Watch an Alpha Phi Alpha step show; support Black Maternal Health Week; paint jersey barriers; enjoy Sunday brunch at Coffee Makes You Black; and attend the Milwaukee Film Festival.
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My favorite story of 2023: How Djdade Denson is building community and changing lives in Milwaukee
Djdade Denson is working in multiple fields to build community in Milwaukee.
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How Djdade Denson is building community and changing lives in Milwaukee
Whether he’s on a construction site, working at his North Side restaurant, Coffee Makes You Black, or camping on the Mississippi River, Djdade Denson sees his purpose as serving the community.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of July 29
Make a father/son outing come true; learn how to implement hip-hop into playing chess; celebrate at a block party; join a biking expedition; and receive free school supplies.
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5 things to know and do the week of July 3
Lace those shoes for a F.E.A.R. MKE run; celebrate Independence Day at the park; show your creativity at the “Writing Sesh” workshop; get crafty at Peace Park; and learn about finances at Coffee Makes You Black.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of April 28
Celebrate Black-owned restaurants during Black Restaurant Week; shop from Black entrepreneurs at the “Spring Fling” vendor showcase; experience local music talent at Coffee Makes You Black; offer feedback on MPS’ five-year strategic plan; and buy local art at The Domes.
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5 things to know and do this week in Milwaukee: April 3 to April 7
Cast your vote Tuesday; check out free art therapy for those processing grief; learn at “Financial Friday” at Coffee Makes You Black; apply for the EARN & LEARN youth employment program; and submit entries to the 2023 Teen Poetry Contest.
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Here’s how you can celebrate Black History Month in Milwaukee in 2023
There are so many ways to commemorate Black History Month in Milwaukee. We’ve created a list to help you.