Mayor's Budget Hearing Open Houses
2026-07-29 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-30 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Milwaukee Public Library Zablocki Branch, 3501 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53215, United States
Honorable Council Members,
Mayor Cavalier Johnson will be hosting two public budget hearings as part of the City’s 2027 budget engagement process, and we would like to invite you to attend.
The hearings will be held:
Wednesday, July 29 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Zablocki Library (3501 W. Oklahoma Ave.)
Thursday, July 30 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Atkinson Library (1960 W. Atkinson Ave.)
We hope you will be able to join us at one or both sessions.

Job Search and Resume Assistance
2026-07-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-06 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-13 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Milwaukee Public Library – MLK Library, 2901 N. MLK Drive, Milwaukee, WI
A Goodwill Consultant will be available to provide job search assistance, resume-building help, and interview preparation. Help is available by appointment or walk-in (as available). To schedule an appointment, call 414-847-4961 or email

ArtBlaze
2026-07-30 16:00 - 21:30, 2026-08-06 16:00 - 21:30, 2026-08-20 16:00 - 21:30 | McKinley Beach
It’s getting hot in Milwaukee, which only means one thing: It’s time to get to the beach! Joy Engine, a local public art nonprofit, announces the return of the popular new ArtBlaze series. The all-ages programming includes concerts by artists, vendors, arts activities, performances, waterside s’mores, and the return of the beloved Silent Disco with live DJs. Full entertainment line-up to be announced soon. All ArtBlaze gatherings will occur on Thursdays: July 30th, August 6th and August 20th from 4 pm–9:30 pm at McKinley and South Shore Beaches.
We are bringing back everything you loved but with new twists for 2026!
✨ Immersive Art by FuzzPop Workshop
🎨 Interactive All-Ages Art Activities
🎧 Silent Disco
🎤 Amazing Live Performances
🪵 Fireside S’mores
Save the Dates:
🗓️ Thursday, July 30 |📍McKinley Beach
🗓️ Thursday, August 6 |📍South Shore Beach
🗓️ Thursday, August 20 |📍McKinley Beach

GREATER GOOD(S) MKE
2026-07-31 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Concordia 27, 801 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Greater Good(s) is a faith-based, pay-what-you-can produce store, built around the belief of “take what you need and share what you can.” The project was created to help reduce barriers to fresh food access while building a stronger, more connected community through mutual care and dignity.
Loving God and loving people well through accessible fresh food.

Washington Park Senior Center Activities
2026-08-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Washington Park Senior Center, 4420 W Vliet St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53208
WASHINGTON PARK SENIOR CENTER
SATURDAYS
* FITNESS CENTER 10:00 – 2:00
* YOGA 10:30
* MEDITATION 11:40
*WALKING GROUP 12:00

Greater Goods(s) Produce Stand
2026-08-01 10:00 - 14:00 | WI
Greater Good(s) is a faith-based, pay-what-you-can produce store, built around the belief of “take what you need and share what you can.” The project was created to help reduce barriers to fresh food access while building a stronger, more connected community through mutual care and dignity.
To access the market, enter the building from the parking lot behind 801 N. 27th Street on Wells Street. Go to the door with the canope labeled “Concordia 27”.

Community Mural Drop-in
2026-08-03 12:00 - 16:00 | Scaling Wellness in Milwaukee, 831 N 27th St, Milwaukee, W, 53208, United States
Join us at the SWIM Hub to help create our community mural!
Drop in anytime, add your creativity, and connect with your neighbors. Bring your lunch and enjoy an afternoon of art and community led by Tia Richardson of Cosmic Butterfly Design.

Washington Park Monthly Meeting
2026-08-03 17:30 - 18:30 | UMCS, 3910 W Lisbon Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States
Information sharing and an opportunity to connect with neighbors and providers.

2026 Youth Voice Summit
2026-08-05 | Italian Community Center, Inc., 631 E Chicago St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Join MENTOR Greater Milwaukee for the 5th Annual Youth Voice Summit, a youth-led event where Youth Ambassadors will present campaigns they’ve spent the summer researching and developing. This year’s topics include:
Violence & Mental Health
Youth-Vetted Third Spaces
Culturally Relevant Education
Environmental Justice & Organizing
Community members are invited to attend workshops beginning at 9:30 a.m. or join for lunch and afternoon discussions to engage with youth leaders and help elevate their campaigns. Come support Milwaukee’s young leaders as they share their vision for positive change.

Cold Spring Park Neighborhood Association Summer Walking Series
2026-08-05 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-12 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Davidson Park, 3725 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Join MKE Walks and the Cold Spring Park Neighborhood Association for a weekly community walk to promote pedestrian safety, build community and reduce vehicle congestion at Washington Park on Wednesdays!
Gather at the 37th Street entrance to Davidson Park to walk to the bandshell each week – all are welcome to walk and roll!

YEI ART SHOWCASE MINI MAKERS MARKET
2026-08-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Scaling Wellness in Milwaukee, 831 N 27th St, Milwaukee, W, 53208, United States
Come celebrate a summer of creativity! View original artwork, hear about our community mural project, and support our teen artists at
our mini makers market! Hosted by Bloom Art & Integrated Therapies YEI (Youth Employment Initiative)
in collaboration with SWIM and Tia Richardson of Cosmic Butterfly Design

Rain Run Flood Resilience
2026-08-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Art Intersection MKE, 3542 W Vliet Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53208
Join us at Art Intersection MKE on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM. We’ll have a group walk/run from Art Intersection MKE to Washington Park and back, then build flood resilience through community art-making, and resources for protecting our neighborhoods.
All ages are welcome to attend. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
Please complete this waiver form before attending: or use this link: https://forms.gle/h8KpphCfNdKqLLtAA

Kickball for a Cause
2026-08-15 02:00 - 17:00 | milwaukee rec, 4929 west vliet street, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Join Milwaukee Police District 3 and the Milwaukee Fire Department for an afternoon of family-friendly fun and community connection!
Enjoy a kickball game between Team Blue and Team Red, along with free food, drinks, a live DJ, community resources, a backpack giveaway (while supplies last), raffle prizes, a bounce house, barber services, a prescription drug take-back, and more

STRENGTH IN THE CITY Festival | Milwaukee
2026-08-15 09:00 - 14:00 | Veterans Park — 1010 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202, 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Join us for a free, intentionally-curated, community-driven health + wellness festival celebrating movement, mindfulness, and local connection. Explore 20+ fitness & wellness mini-classes including yoga, Pilates, HIIT, dance, meditation, and equipment-based workouts. Plus a FREE Community Run/Walk (5K or 2-mile walk at 8 AM), local vendors, recovery services, BINGO with 50+ prizes, food, drinks, discounts, and giveaways. All ages welcome — under 16 free. Bring a yoga mat + water bottle. Rain or shine!

Community Arts and Funk Festival
2026-08-16 10:00 - 19:00 | Davidson Park, 3725 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Join us for the 15th Anniversary of the Community Arts & Funk Festival, a celebration of artistic expression, cultural awareness, and community unity

Community Access Day
2026-08-20 09:00 - 19:00 | Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, 929 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
All guests to the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum (excluding groups of 10 or more) receive free admission on the third Thursday of every month from 9 a.m-7 p.m. Some restrictions apply. Advanced reservations are recommended.
