The festivities of Bronzeville Week are wrapping up in Milwaukee with a series of events scheduled to celebrate the culture and history of the local African-American community. The 15th annual event, orchestrated by Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, has been a week-long mix of art, education, and community engagement, with the closing days promising more opportunities for involvement.
Beginning at 1 p.m. today, August 8, 'What’s up with the YWCA of Southeast Wisconsin,' an event featuring food and fun activities, is set to provide community resources and tours at the YWCA located at 1915 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Following this, at 4 p.m., an author talk back session will take place with Dr. Sandra E. Jones, discussing the "Voices of Milwaukee Bronzeville" at Niche Book Bar on 1937 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr., as reported by an official City of Milwaukee press release.
Later in the evening, actor Rotimi from 'The Chi' will be hosting 'From Script to Screen: An Acting Workshop,' a two-hour session designed to engage participants in reading and analyzing scripts. Held at Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy from 6 to 8 p.m., prospective attendees must register online. The day culminates in the annual Bronzeville Sleepover for Education, an event taking place from 7 p.m. on Friday through 8 a.m. Saturday, encouraging educational initiatives within the community.
The final day of Bronzeville Week commences with "Pancakes & Poetry with Mario the Poet" at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow, August 9. This calming blend of breakfast and spoken word is hosted at Rise & Grind Café, located at 2737 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. It's a chance for residents and visitors representing every age and background will find a space to appreciate the cultural tapestry woven throughout the week and savor words along with syrup, as noted in the official announcement.
