From an outdoor workout to a music event, there's plenty to enjoy in Milwaukee this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Outdoor Workout - Shred415 East Side at Juneau Park
From the event description:
Join Shred415 East Side at Juneau Park at 5:30 p.m on May 14 for an outdoor workout. Shred415 East Side will lead a 45-minute dynamic, interval strength and cardio workout. All fitness levels are welcome. Be sure to bring a water bottle and sweat towel.
When: Tuesday, May 14, 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Where: Juneau Park, 900 N. Prospect Ave.
Admission: Free
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Jane's Walk - Bay View
From the event description:
Is Kinnickinnic Avenue a good urban street? Using the many ideas advanced by urban visionary Jane Jacobs, we'll walk approximately one mile of the Bay View main street, looking at what works and what doesn't. Jeramey Jannene will lead the leisurely walk from the 2700 block of S. Kinnickinnic Ave. north towards E. Ward St. Jannene is the president and co-founder of the online daily publication UrbanMilwaukee.com.
When: Wednesday, May 15, 6-7 p.m.
Where: South Kinnickinnic Avenue and South Herman Street
Admission: Free
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Unwrapped: A Benefit for SHARP Literacy
From the event description:
SHARP Literacy Inc. and McDonald's are partnering to present the fourth annual Unwrapped event. It’s a culinary challenge in which top area chefs use SHARP's “We Love To Learn” books as inspiration to create unique dishes and drinks with McDonald's ingredients. This evening of festivities will be held at The Ivy House (906 South Barclay Street) on Thursday, May 16, at 5:30 p.m. Proceeds from Unwrapped benefit SHARP, a 501(c)(3) organization that delivers a STEAM-based literacy program to over 8,500 students from some of Milwaukee and Waukesha’s most at-risk elementary schools.
When: Thursday, May 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: The Ivy House, 906 S. Barclay St.
Admission: $75
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Political Open Mic: K12 Education
From the event description:
Join NEWaukee and Bridge the City as we discuss innovation in K12 education in Milwaukee. Our Political Open Mic will give residents, elected officials, nonprofit leaders and the business community a platform to share solutions to the challenges they face in our community around education. We hope to foster respect and positivity between attendees and speakers to create civic dialogue and develop attitudes focused on productive solutions rather than ideological tribes. Come with an open mind and be ready to share your voice.
When: Thursday, May 16, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Gathering Place Brewing Company, 811 E. Vienna Ave.
Admission: Free
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Lee Henke and The Oxleys
From the event description:
In a small cabin in the north woods of Wisconsin, Lee Henke works tirelessly at his craft. A Midwestern singer/songwriter who is sincerely dedicated to quality and simplicity. With a demand for constant progress, he delivers well-constructed songs with an even blend of contour and grit. For the past five years, he has been touring the country playing music (in The Last Revel) and sharing stories from the road. He released his first solo effort, entitled “Schema EP,” in September 2015.
When: Thursday, May 16, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co., 224 W. Bruce St.
Admission: $8
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