Community Calendar

The United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026. To understand how our nation came to be, we invite you to think about how immigrants have shaped the United States, starting right here in Milwaukee.
Indigenous Peoples were the first to live on this land. Later, waves of immigrants arrived, changing the community and creating the Milwaukee we know today. Examining immigration in Milwaukee offers a window into the larger American story.
For over 180 years, immigrants have shaped Milwaukee’s economy, neighborhoods, and culture. Waves of German, Polish, Italian, and Irish newcomers built businesses to grow the city in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Their skills and labor established Milwaukee as a center of industry and craftsmanship.
As new generations arrive from Latin America, Asia, Southwest Asia and North Africa (also referred to as the Middle East), and Africa, they bring traditions, languages, and foods that continue to redefine what it means to be American. Milwaukee’s diversity can be seen in its restaurants, festivals, and neighborhoods. Here, the legacies of past and present immigrants come together to shape the future.

Family histories, myth, and memories not only survive migration and cultural transplantation; they persist at the foundations of identity. Warren King’s sophisticated sculptures explore his family’s origins in Shaoxing, China, their journey to the suburbs of Wisconsin, and how he understands this displacement in light of his own Western upbringing. King’s sculptures often combine thematic and aesthetic elements from Chinese and Western traditions, masterfully working cardboard into near life-size figures and wall pieces that recall traditional lacquerware and woodcarving. This exhibition originated at the James Watrous Gallery in Madison, Wisconsin, where it was co-curated by Jody Clowes and Warren King, and is presented in collaboration with the Organization of Chinese Americans-Wisconsin.

160+ artists, makers, vintage curators, pop up boutiques and MORE. Enjoy shopping, live music, mobile boutiques and food trucks during this 2 day Holiday Shopping Event. General Admission time is 11am-4pm both days, but make sure to check out our website for ticket options that include VIP, Early Bird, and even Happy Hour pricing.

re:Craft & Relic is proud to feature local musical artists at all our events and this Holiday Market is no exception. Stay tuned to our website and socials for announcements on 2026 artists.

The Bridgewater will host live music on Sundays with rotating genres serenading patrons on Sundays from 1-4 p.m., starting May 26th until September 2nd.

To make a reservation and to see the full music line-up, visit: https://bridgewatermke.com/

Alicia Villarreal llega a Landmark Credit Union Live con el Bendita Locura Tour
Alicia Villarreal is coming to Landmark Credit Union Live with the Bendita Locura Tour

The United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026. To understand how our nation came to be, we invite you to think about how immigrants have shaped the United States, starting right here in Milwaukee.
Indigenous Peoples were the first to live on this land. Later, waves of immigrants arrived, changing the community and creating the Milwaukee we know today. Examining immigration in Milwaukee offers a window into the larger American story.
For over 180 years, immigrants have shaped Milwaukee’s economy, neighborhoods, and culture. Waves of German, Polish, Italian, and Irish newcomers built businesses to grow the city in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Their skills and labor established Milwaukee as a center of industry and craftsmanship.
As new generations arrive from Latin America, Asia, Southwest Asia and North Africa (also referred to as the Middle East), and Africa, they bring traditions, languages, and foods that continue to redefine what it means to be American. Milwaukee’s diversity can be seen in its restaurants, festivals, and neighborhoods. Here, the legacies of past and present immigrants come together to shape the future.

This summer, join us once again for an outdoor community yoga class in Wauwatosa!
Each week (weather permitting), RYT-200 Caitlin Moyer will lead you through a relaxing 45-minute yoga flow. The class will meet on most* Mondays on the grassy area on the north side of McKinley Elementary School (89th/90th & Wright).

This is a "pay what you'd like" donation-based class (suggested amount is $5-10; cash or Venmo accepted). You do not need to register in advance; however, everyone who participates must sign a waiver.

Be sure to bring your own mat, towel, water bottle and a neighbor/friend!

NOTE: Please join our group Facebook page for the most up-to-date information on class cancellations due to weather or schedule changes.

*We will NOT meet on the following dates: 5/29 (Memorial Day); 6/5 (Instructor Work Travel); 7/3 (Independence Day Observed); 7/24 (Instructor Work Travel); 9/4 (Labor Day).

The “Small Batch Songwriter Sessions” will feature a different Milwaukee-based singer/songwriter every other Monday evening from 6:30-8:30pm. These shows offer a uniquely intimate listening experience, centering the performers as they test out original material and put their own spin on cherished classics in a stripped solo or duo acoustic format.

The Small Batch Songwriter Series places an emphasis on experimentation. Just as pilot breweries like Indeed-Milwaukee experiment with small batches of creative, out-of-the-box craft beer recipes, this series gives talented local songwriters the opportunity to experiment with new musical ideas in a low-stakes environment.

The United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026. To understand how our nation came to be, we invite you to think about how immigrants have shaped the United States, starting right here in Milwaukee.
Indigenous Peoples were the first to live on this land. Later, waves of immigrants arrived, changing the community and creating the Milwaukee we know today. Examining immigration in Milwaukee offers a window into the larger American story.
For over 180 years, immigrants have shaped Milwaukee’s economy, neighborhoods, and culture. Waves of German, Polish, Italian, and Irish newcomers built businesses to grow the city in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Their skills and labor established Milwaukee as a center of industry and craftsmanship.
As new generations arrive from Latin America, Asia, Southwest Asia and North Africa (also referred to as the Middle East), and Africa, they bring traditions, languages, and foods that continue to redefine what it means to be American. Milwaukee’s diversity can be seen in its restaurants, festivals, and neighborhoods. Here, the legacies of past and present immigrants come together to shape the future.

Hula Hooping and Poi are fun and exciting blends of object manipulation, dance, and exercise. They are part of the Flow Arts that you can integrate into your own personal expression. You'll learn to use your body in a new way, set to music that will help you create your own style of movement. Learning the fundamentals in this workshop will help you develop strength, flexibility and coordination, which will allow you to take this art to any level you care to pursue. Free poi sets and Hoops provided for class use. Come join a workshop taught by Marilyn Besasie. (No workshop in December.) REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION.