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Porch Play: Story 6

Pink's Accessible Theater House (PATH)Walker's Point, Milwaukee

Porch Play is a unique, sensory-immersive experience for kids aged 4-8, bringing stories to life with a focus on special education and inclusion. This session explores "Sadie Sprocket Built a Rocket," encouraging kids to dream big. It's a perfect bonding activity for a child and caregiver. Arrive early to settle in and enjoy the interactive storytelling.

For kids · Preschool and Elementary

Super Smash Showdown

Milwaukee Public Library - Good Hope BranchMilwaukee

2-hour show for ages 13–18 at Good Hope Branch.

Bucket Drumming

Milwaukee Public Library - Tippecanoe BranchSouth Side, Milwaukee

Free bucket drumming at Tippecanoe Branch on July 22. Learn rhythms and create music through collaboration.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Reimagining Recyclables: Water Bottle Sun Catchers

Milwaukee Public Library - East BranchEast Side, Milwaukee

Turn empty water bottles into sun catchers at East Branch. Free craft session on July 22 from 3:30 to 5 PM.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Safe at Home

Lydell School & Community CenterWhitefish Bay

Jul 22 · Aug 11

Home-alone safety course for kids entering grades 4–6, taught by Jessica Heller of Heller Safety Solutions at Lydell. Kids learn what to do during power outages and weather emergencies, get an intro to the Safe Sitter First Aid Chart, and take home a hard-copy textbook. Add $2 at registration if a Scout badge is needed.

For kids · Elementary and Tween

Milwaukee Night Market

W Wisconsin Ave (2nd to Vel R Phillips)Milwaukee

Jul 22 · Aug 19 · Sep 16

NEWaukee's downtown Night Market — 100+ vendors and multiple music stages on Wisconsin Avenue. Four nights only.

Night Markets
Craft Markets

American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric Cpr/Aed/First Aid

Lydell School & Community CenterWhitefish Bay

Jul 22 · Aug 11

American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid certification with Jessica Heller of Heller Safety Solutions. Blended format: ~2.5 hours of online coursework done before class, then an in-person hands-on skills session at Lydell. Earns the standard two-year ARC certification. Ages 11 and up. Two sections.

Workshops

Macrame Plant Hangers

Riverside University High SchoolEast Side, Milwaukee

Macrame plant hangers at Riverside on July 22. Tie knots and add beads to enhance your home decor.

Workshops

$9–$14

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WED JUL 226:30PM

Korean Cooking: Korean Chicken Ginseng Soup (sam-Gye-Tang)

Hamilton High SchoolMilwaukee

Learn to make samgyetang, a traditional Korean chicken soup, at Hamilton. Stuff a young chicken with rice, ginseng, and more.

Cooking Classes

Candle Making

Hamilton High SchoolMilwaukee

Make your own soy-wax candle at Hamilton on July 22. Choose a scent, design it, and take it home.

Candle Making

$30–$45

WED JUL 226:30PM

Music

Flagman and Popstar

Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Walker’s PointWalker's Point, Milwaukee

Catch a night of intense music with Flagman and Popstar at Anodyne in Walker’s Point. It's a unique venue switch-up from X-Ray Arcade, promising a fresh vibe. Arrive early to grab a good spot and enjoy the local scene.

Indie Shows
Metal
Electronic

Alternative Approaches to Preventing and Handling Arthritic Pain

Milwaukee Marshall High SchoolMilwaukee

Learn to manage arthritis with Dr. Garrett Panno and Dr. John Corsi at Milwaukee Marshall. Class is $8 for residents.

Lectures

$8–$12

LSD and the Search for God with Total Wife

WED JUL 227PM

Music

LSD and the Search for God with Total Wife

X-Ray Arcade | Games, Music, and MoreCudahy

Get ready for a night of immersive sounds at X-Ray Arcade with shoegaze band LSD and the Search for God and experimental pop duo Total Wife. This all-ages show promises a blend of dreamy and experimental tunes. Arrive early to grab a good spot and enjoy the intimate setting.

Indie Shows
Experimental
Indie

Flagman, Popstar, Nasty Boys

Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Bay ViewBay View, Milwaukee

Catch an electrifying night of metal and industrial sounds at Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. Flagman brings their nu metal vibes from Seattle, while Popstar delivers a unique electronic/industrial metal mix from Minneapolis. Nasty Boys round out the lineup with their eclectic style. Arrive early for the best spot and enjoy the intimate atmosphere.

Indie Shows
Metal
Electronic

Swing Jazz Wednesdays: The Westerlees

The ArgoWhitefish Bay

Swing Jazz Wednesdays at The Argo is a lively weekly event featuring The Westerlees, a band known for their vintage Western Swing tunes. Arrive early for free swing dance lessons at 6 PM, perfect for beginners and seasoned dancers alike. With a full bar and kitchen open, it's a relaxed evening of music and dance in Whitefish Bay.

Jazz

Owl Prowl

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education CenterWauwatosa, Milwaukee

Hike through Hawthorn Glen to learn about native owls. $5 for residents, July 22, 8–9:30 pm. Parent registration required.

Group Hikes

An Evening with Joanne Shaw Taylor

The ArgoWhitefish Bay

Experience the electrifying blues-rock of Joanne Shaw Taylor at The Argo. Known for her powerful guitar skills and soulful voice, Joanne's live shows are a must-see for music lovers. Arrive early for the best seats, as it's first-come, first-served. Enjoy a full bar and kitchen service throughout the evening.

Concerts
Blues
Rock

From $16

WED JUL 228PM

Music

Wanted Man Tour 2026

Fiserv ForumBronzeville, Milwaukee

Benson Boone's Wanted Man Tour 2026 is hitting the Fiserv Forum, promising an energetic night with the rising star. Known for his captivating performances, Boone's recent GRAMMY® nod adds to the excitement. Arrive early to soak in the atmosphere and grab a good spot.

Concerts
Pop
Indie

Help for Homeless Veterans

Milwaukee Public Library - Zablocki BranchMilwaukee

Every month

Free resource info for homeless veterans at Zablocki Branch. Housing, medical treatment, and social services available.

Lake Park Wonderful Wednesdays

Lake Park Summer StageMilwaukee

4 dates · Jul 22–Aug 12

The kid-focused companion to Musical Mondays at the Lake Park Summer Stage — family acts like Branch & Co with Lil Rev, Frogwater, and Jen & The Jellyfish. The best of the local series for younger children.

Concerts

Entrepreneur Drop-In Hours

Milwaukee Public Library - Villard Square BranchMilwaukee

Every other Wednesday

Free one-on-one support for your business at Villard Square Branch. Bring your questions and goals, no appointment needed.

Workshops

Getting Started with Computers

Milwaukee Public Library - Washington Park BranchSherman Park, Milwaukee

Every Wednesday

Free computer basics at Washington Park Branch on July 22. Learn terminology, navigation, and simple fixes.

Classes

Free

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WED JUL 225:30PM

Let's Make Kombucha!

Barack Obama School of Career and Technical EducationMilwaukee

Every other Wednesday

Hands-on kombucha workshop at Obama on July 22. Craft your own brew and learn fermentation skills.

Cooking Classes

Speed Puzzling at Ope! Brewing

Ope! Brewing Co.West Allis

Jul 22 · Aug 26

Competitive speed puzzling at Ope! Brewing's West Allis taproom — teams race to finish puzzles against the clock, beer in hand. Registration required; sign up at opebrewingco.com/speed-puzzling.

Varies

All Events

Porch Play: Story 6

Super Smash Showdown

Bucket Drumming

Reimagining Recyclables: Water Bottle Sun Catchers

Safe at Home

Milwaukee Night Market

American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric Cpr/Aed/First Aid

Macrame Plant Hangers

Korean Cooking: Korean Chicken Ginseng Soup (sam-Gye-Tang)

Candle Making

Flagman and Popstar

Alternative Approaches to Preventing and Handling Arthritic Pain

LSD and the Search for God with Total Wife

Flagman, Popstar, Nasty Boys

Swing Jazz Wednesdays: The Westerlees

Owl Prowl

An Evening with Joanne Shaw Taylor

Wanted Man Tour 2026

Help for Homeless Veterans

Lake Park Wonderful Wednesdays

Entrepreneur Drop-In Hours

Getting Started with Computers

Let's Make Kombucha!

Speed Puzzling at Ope! Brewing