Bembé Drum & Dance began as an extracurricular program for Milwaukee Public Schools students. Now the organization has its first physical location at 611 S. Layton Blvd.
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New Clarke Square leader sees ‘so much possibility’
Kevin Kuschel, the new executive director of Clarke Square Neighborhood Initiative, wants to engage with residents to help Clarke Square grow and thrive.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of Dec. 1
Check out “Diva Day” for female veterans; connect with a librarian over coffee, tea and donuts; kick it with your peers at Nō Studios; help plan events for the 10th anniversary of the death of Dontre Hamilton; and take a photography class at the Mitchell Park Domes.
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Where you and your family can celebrate Dia de Los Muertos in Milwaukee
Here are four things you can do to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos in Milwaukee.
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Leaders once again ponder future of The Domes
The latest effort to plot a future for the Mitchell Park Domes includes a community survey, public input sessions and a fiscal analysis of different redevelopment options, including demolition.
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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: Feb. 27 to March 3
Check out TRUE Skool’s spring orientation; learn about the Pitch Black networking event for entrepreneurs; get free winter items at the Dominican Center; hear an overview of Black history at the Center Street Library; and join in yoga and herbalism at the Mitchell Park Domes.
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5 things to know and do this week in Milwaukee: Jan. 9 to Jan. 13
Learn how Urban Ecology Center is expanding and renovating its Washington Park location; find out about the expungement and pardon process; get tips on how to care for indoor plants in the winter; stretch and relax with a chair yoga session; and learn more about evictions and eviction prevention.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of Nov. 4
Learn about Dia de los Muertos traditions from around the world; tour Harambee’s history via bus or bike; hear Milwaukee-based Muslim artists discuss art and identity; learn mixed-media art techniques; and discover the health benefits of herbal tea.
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5 things to know and do this week in Milwaukee: Sept. 26 to Sept. 30
Attend a pop-up resource fair in the Amani neighborhood; check out Black Space group therapy for men; listen to “Rhythm and Brews” at the Mitchell Park Domes; meet the deadline to apply for the Milwaukee County Youth Commission; and get coffee and breakfast pizza – and get rid of your old electronics