Text to Win

How much do you know about your neighborhood? Each day during Near West Side Week, participants will have the opportunity to answer Near West Side trivia questions for a chance to win a gift card to a local Near West Side business. Participants can text NWSWEEK to 414-677-3300 to get daily question prompts. A new question will be added each day at 9:00 a.m., so you can text each day to test your knowledge about the Near West Side, and increase your chances of winning!

Near West Side Coffee Social

Fruition MKE 825 N. 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI

Start the day with free coffee and donuts at the Near West Side’s newest coffee shop, Fruition MKE, and learn about all the great resources for residents and employees who live, work, and play in the Near West Side. There will also be opportunities to tour Concordia 27, which is a welcoming community center and resource hub in the Near West Side.

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The Big 4-0: New Views of the Collection

Haggerty Museum of Art 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

The Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University presents an exhibition in celebration of its 40th anniversary. Curated by Dr. Kirk Nickel, Marc and Lillian Rojtman Curator of European Art, the show comprises a two-part installation of the exhibition galleries, [...]

Free
Recurring

The Big 4-0: New Views of the Collection

Haggerty Museum of Art 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

The Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University presents an exhibition in celebration of its 40th anniversary. Curated by Dr. Kirk Nickel, Marc and Lillian Rojtman Curator of European Art, the show comprises a two-part installation of the exhibition galleries, [...]

Free

Rev-Up MKE, presented by Town Bank

The Rave/Eagles Club 2401 W Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Near West Side Partners will host the seventh Rev-Up MKE 2024 live pitch competition at the Rave on Wednesday, Sept. 10. During this event, Rev-Up MKE finalists - local entrepreneurs who have received business training and support from Marquette University mentors - will pitch their business idea to members of their community and a panel of judges. Attendees will be able to vote for an “Audience Choice Winner,” and awards will go to top contenders. Before and after the Live Pitch event, attendees will also be treated to a Taste of the Near West Side, refreshments provided by favorite restaurants in the Near West Side.  Attendees will get to vote for their favorite idea! Attendee registration is free, but encouraged: https://nearwestsidemke.org/revupmke/.

Recurring

The Big 4-0: New Views of the Collection

Haggerty Museum of Art 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

The Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University presents an exhibition in celebration of its 40th anniversary. Curated by Dr. Kirk Nickel, Marc and Lillian Rojtman Curator of European Art, the show comprises a two-part installation of the exhibition galleries, [...]

Free

Near West Side Safety Safari presented by Penfield Children’s Center

Penfield Children's Center 833 N. 26th Street I Email Penfield Children’s Center Main:, Milwaukee,, WI

Gather the family for an afternoon of fun at Penfield Childrens’ Center, where the Milwaukee Bucks Rim Rockers will perform their stunts. Learn about family-supporting resources from over 30 local community partners, and enjoy some refreshing ice cream while you’re there.

Free
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Women’s Self-Defense and Fitness club

Zero to 100 fitness & MMA 706 n 26th street, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Every Wednesday ... a Women's only MMA class modified for Self-defense and fitness purposes. -Threat Assessment -Class and gym was featured on both Fox 6 and CBS 58 -Great for teens and adults -Kickboxing -learn life saving principles & techniques [...]

$10

Near West Side Scavenger Hunt

Virtual

Teams of Near West Side enthusiasts are encouraged to participate in a virtual scavenger hunt, with missions and clues directing participants to explore the Near West Side and discover its hidden gems while competing for prizes. The scavenger hunt will launch via the GooseChase app at noon on Thursday, Sept. 12 and will close at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15. Additional details and rules are available here.

Recurring

The Big 4-0: New Views of the Collection

Haggerty Museum of Art 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

The Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University presents an exhibition in celebration of its 40th anniversary. Curated by Dr. Kirk Nickel, Marc and Lillian Rojtman Curator of European Art, the show comprises a two-part installation of the exhibition galleries, [...]

Free
Recurring

The Big 4-0: New Views of the Collection

Haggerty Museum of Art 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

The Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University presents an exhibition in celebration of its 40th anniversary. Curated by Dr. Kirk Nickel, Marc and Lillian Rojtman Curator of European Art, the show comprises a two-part installation of the exhibition galleries, [...]

Free
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