Milwaukee Meetups List

There are 45 meetups on this week’s list, arriving in 1,307 Milwaukee-area inboxes (click the blue banner above to read in your browser, or visit the MKE Meetups website to view all the events on a calendar or map).

Good morning and an unfettered, free-breathing Wednesday to you!

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Alrighty! Here are this week’s meetups:

• November Project MKE / Free / More Info

  • 6:03am / The Calling (Orange Sculpture), 941 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee

  • “What if we told you there was a great way to meet new people and get a great workout all before the work day starts? In-person workouts every Wednesday morning. Meet at “The Calling” sculpture at 6:03am.”

• Stepping Out Walking Club / Free / More Info

  • 10:15am-11:15am / Milwaukee Washington Park Library, 2121 North Sherman Blvd, Milwaukee

  • “Join us for a weekly walk through beautiful Washington Park. Get exercise, enjoy the company of others, and experience the wonders of nature in this sprawling neighborhood park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted.”

• Central Library Walking Club / Free / More Info

  • 10:30am-12:00pm / Milwaukee Central Library, 814 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee

  • “Join us at Central library for a weekly walk. We will meet under the dome of the Central Library and take a two-mile loop through this historic neighborhood. It’s a wonderful opportunity to exercise outdoors and socialize. The club meets rain or shine, and we will use ADA accessible routes. People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing.”

• Open Game Night / $3-7 / More Info

  • 5:00pm / Beyond the Board, 17800 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield

  • “Come out tonight if you’ve got nothing going on and make some new friends and find players to play with!”

• East Side Yarn Night / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-9:00pm / Deep Groove, 1200 E Brady St, Milwaukee

  • “Bring your projects, grab your friends, enjoy some great drinks, and settle in for an evening of creativity and good company. We can’t wait to see you! BYO supplies, everyone is welcome.”

• Boardwaukee Gaming / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-9:00pm / Sprecher Brewery, 701 W Glendale Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Boardwaukee is a community-based group for gamers interested in tabletop and board games, open to anyone. We meet every other week at a different location in the Milwaukee area.”

• MKE Fiber Friends Picnic / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm / Juneau Park, 900 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Bring a blanket, snacks, drinks, and of course your fiber project! Any project, any stage.”

• Falcon Game Night / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-11:59pm / Falcon Hall (Falcon Bowl), 801 East Clarke Street, Milwaukee

  • “If you’re into board games, card games, tabletop stuff, or just want to chill with folks who are, Falcon Game Night is your midweek hang. Every (okay, most) Wednesdays we set up shop in Falcon Hall with big tables, cheap drinks, and a low-key vibe that’s perfect for rolling dice, building decks, or figuring out what the hell this game even is. All skill levels welcome. Bring your own games or jump in on someone else’s. Magic, Catan, whatever. It’s casual and it’s all about community.”

• Buena Tierra Run Club / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm / Zócalo Food Park, 636 S 6th St, Milwaukee

  • “Come on out Wednesday for our community run! 3 mile average at any pace. All people, backgrounds, distances, and paces welcome!”

• Creative Club / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm / Dream Lab, 738 S 3rd St, Milwaukee

  • “Some of the best ideas happen when you’re surrounded by other people making things. Already working on something? Bring it. Don’t have a project? That’s okay too. We’ll have a community canvas, creative prompts, and collaborative activities so there’s always something to jump into. Whether you create every day or haven’t made something in years, you belong here. No class…..No instructor…..No pressure. Just good people making cool things together.”

• Books & Coffee / Free / More Info

  • 6:30pm / West Allis Public Library (Constitution Room), 7421 W National Avenue, West Allis

  • “Join us to talk about great fiction over tea and treats. This month we will discuss Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum.”

• Cream City Language Exchange / Free / More Info

  • 6:30pm-8:30pm / Third Ward Beer Garden at Catalano Square, 147 N Broadway, Milwaukee

  • “We are a very informal group; feel free to come when you can and stay as long as you like and try as many languages as you like. All levels are welcome! We usually have tables for French, Portuguese, English, and Spanish, but cannot guarantee there will always be speakers present for all these languages. Look for us at the tables with little flags on them! When the weather doesn’t cooperate we meet at Indeed Brewing. You can get more info via the group’s WhatsApp group chat (request access via link).”

• Rochambo Art Club / Free / More Info

  • 7:00pm-8:30pm / Rochambo Coffee & Tea House, 1317 E Brady St, Milwaukee

  • “Every Wednesday, come create with fellow artists at Rochambo! Bring your art supplies!”

• Craft & Chat / Free / More Info

  • 4:00pm-5:00pm / Milwaukee East Library, 2320 North Cramer St, Milwaukee

  • “Bring your craft and hang-out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters together.”

• Brewery Explorers Meetup / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm / War Memorial Beer Garden, 750 N Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee

  • “Hello explorers! This month we are going to check out the War Memorial Beer Garden. They have a full food menu and are located right on the lake. There is a parking lot right next to the beer garden, but it is paid, so I suggest parking on Lincoln Memorial and walking over. As a reminder, these meetups are 21+ only.”

• Pages in the Park Silent Book Club / Free / More Info

  • 6:30pm / Mill Pond Park, W164N9021 Water St, Menomonee Falls

  • “Bring food and drink, a new or current read, and a lawn chair or blanket. No assigned reading, no pressure! Meet early at Epilogue Books to browse our shelves.”

• Morning Happy Hour Run / Free / More Info

  • 6:00am-7:00am / Humboldt Park (corner of Logan and Idaho), 3000 S Howell Milwaukee

  • “This run is every Friday at 6 am, leaving from the corner of Logan and Idaho for 3-6 mile lakefront run. We try to have 2 pace groups: of approx. 10 and 8 min/miles, depending on who attends. If it’s your first time at this run, ask for James or Jonathan.”

• Rise and Write / Free / More Info

  • 7:00am-8:45am / Colectivo Coffee, 170 South 1st Street, Milwaukee

  • “Rise and Write is a quick meetup for those who like to get their writing done in the early mornings.” RSVP via the link.

• Friday Night Fun Run / Free / More Info

  • 5:10pm-6:10pm / Riverside Park (in front of the Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center), 1500 E. Park Place, Milwaukee

  • “Join us for our Friday Night Fun Run! We’ll be running a 3.5mi route around the Upper East Side. This run is all about fun, so following most runs we hang out after - grabbing food/drinks, volleyball, and bowling are all favorites! Runners of all paces and abilities are welcome, most of our runners typically run 9:00 - 11:00/mi pace!”

• Saturday Long Run / Free / More Info

  • 8:00am-10:00am / Colectivo Lakefront, 1701 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee

  • “All levels of experience, running a wide variety of different speeds and distances, are usually represented. Feeling anxious? Just show up, we’ll take care of you. If this is your first time ask for Patrick or the OMG host. We’d be happy to answer questions, explain options, and do our best to match you up with someone your speed and distance. Meet on the lawn just north of Colectivo before and after the run. If the weather is nice all are welcome to stay after and share breakfast or a beverage.”

• Saturday Morning Run-Walk / Free / More Info

  • 8:30am / North Point Water Tower, 2288 N Lake Drive, Milwaukee

  • “Weekly run-walk hosted by FEAR (Forget Everything And Run). Walkers and runners of all pace levels are welcome, meet weekly at the North Point Water Tower, 8:45am warm-up and takeoff. Fill out waiver/register via link.”

• Just Write It On Saturday / Free / More Info

  • 10:00am-1:00pm / Anodyne Coffee, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee

  • “Just Write It On Saturday is a loosely structured meetup where you just show up and write. We’ll talk briefly at the beginning and have a recap at the end, but mostly we’ll just write. RSVPs not required, but appreciated.”

• MKE Fiber Friends / Free / More Info

  • 12:00pm-2:00pm / Kuumba Juice & Coffee, 274 E Keefe Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Bring whatever you’re working on. Any project, any stage. I truly love seeing what everyone is creating and the energy people bring each week.”

• Queer Crafternoon / Free / More Info

  • 12:00pm-2:00pm / Milwaukee LGBT Community Center, 161 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

  • “Do you knit? Cross stitch? Tat? Draw? Color? Macrame? Join other LGBTQ+ folx to get our craft on. Bring your own craft or craft maven, Sarah, will have knitting needles and yarn for any folx who want to learn to knit. Join us for a safe, supportive space to create.”

• WI Metro Audubon Society Bird Walk / Free ($5 parking) / More Info

  • 8:00am / Wehr Nature Center (front entrance), 9701 W College Ave, Franklin

  • “Join us on our walk through woodland, prairie and lake habitats on the nature center trails. Depending on weather and bird activity, we typically walk for 1.5 to 2 hours, and cover 1 to 2 miles. It’s not uncommon to see over 40 species in migration seasons! All birding levels are welcome. Mentoring is offered to beginning birders.” More details via the link.

• Play Catch Tosa / Free / More Info

  • 9:00am-11:00am / Hart Park Baseball Field, 7300 W Chestnut St, Wauwatosa

  • “A casual, all-skill-level group for adults who just want to throw around and have a good time. Football, baseball, frisbee—whatever you want to bring! No fees, no tryouts, no pressure. Just good people throwing stuff.”

• Chess at The Shop / Free / More Info

  • 9:00am-2:00pm / Colectivo Coffee, 2999 N Humboldt Blvd, Milwaukee

  • “Everybody is welcome from absolute beginners to seasoned players! Bring a set, come through sit down, sip some coffee, and play a game of Chess!”

• Late Morning Shorewood Run / Free / More Info

  • 10:00am-11:00am / Corner Bakery Cafe, 1305 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood

  • “This meetup is great for folks of all paces from Speedy McSpeedies to walkers and everything in between, including plenty of folks like your host who enjoy an 11- to 13-minute pace. The tone is relaxed as we all put in a chill 2 to 4 miles on the Oak Leaf Trail. We’ll meet up behind the Corner Bakery at Capitol and Wilson in Shorewood, which is also a good place for coffee and eats afterward for those so inclined.”

• The Week Ends with Book Club (for Moms) / Free / More Info

  • 10:30am / Martha Merrell’s Books, 231 W Main St, Waukesha

  • “This month we’re reading ‘Catch 22’ by Joseph Heller. Bring your coffee and join us for conversation and discussion. New readers always welcome. Even if you didn’t finish the book.”

• Dance Joy / Free / More Info

  • 11:00am-12:30pm / Kern Park, 3614 N Humboldt Blvd, Milwaukee

  • “Every Sunday at Kern Park, rain or shine, by the tennis courts. Unplug and move to the music! Come one, come all - free & fun, no phones and yes community!”

• Just Write It On Sunday / Free / More Info

  • 12:00pm-3:00pm / Anodyne Coffee, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee

  • “Just Write It On Sunday is a loosely structured meetup where you just show up and write. We’ll chit chat in the beginning and break for a chat in the end, but mostly we’ll just write. RSVPs not required, but appreciated.”

• Milwaukee Area Riichi Mahjong / Free / More Info

  • 1:00pm-5:30pm / Vennture Brew Co, 2970 N Brookfield Rd, Brookfield

  • “Come on by and play Riichi! We meet up on most Sundays to learn about and play this fascinating classic tile game. If you have never played before, we will teach you how to play!” More meetup details via the link.

• Sunday Reading Group / Free / More Info

  • 1:00pm-2:00pm / Kuumba Juice & Coffeehouse, 274 E Keefe Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Spend an hour reading with other human beings in companionable silence. Show up a little early (around 12:45pm) and/or stay after (we often stay till about 2:30pm) to meet some new people and chat about books (and all sorts of other things).”

• Climbers of Color Meetup / $15 / More Info

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm / Adventure Rock, 2220 N Commerce St, Milwaukee

  • “Join our Climbers of Color Meetup Group—where diversity meets altitude. We’re all about building an inclusive climbing community, sharing techniques, and reaching new heights together. Come for the climb, stay for the camaraderie. See you at the gym!”

• Planner Club / Free / More Info

  • 9:00am-12:00pm / Midwest Sad, 601 S 6th St, Milwaukee

  • “Bring a planner, sketchbook, your google calendar, whatever! Plan your month ahead or set some goals for yourself.”

• Knot Just Knitting / Free / More Info

  • 5:30pm-6:30pm / Milwaukee Good Hope Library (Fireplace), 7715 Good Hope Rd, Milwaukee

  • “Knit, crochet, embroider, tat, sew, mend or work on other fiber-related projects in community. Beginners and Experts welcome! The group meets twice monthly, from 5:30-6:30 on the second and fourth Monday of each month. Start a new project or bring one in progress and come work on it in community. Some supplies on hand for new knitters (basic knowledge is assumed), but feel free to bring your own if you have them.”

• Silent Reading Party / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-7:00pm / Milwaukee East Library, 2320 North Cramer Street, Milwaukee

  • “While your book club is on summer break, keep up your reading streak with an hour of sustained, silent reading time to avoid the summer slump. Light refreshments and air conditioning will be provided.”

• Swing Dance Lessons and Social Hour / $10 (social hour is free) / More Info

  • 6:45pm-10:15pm / Falcon Bowl, 801 East Clarke St, Milwaukee

  • “Ages 18-and-up; registration/check in/warm-up at 6:45pm, Lindy Hop 200 at 7:00pm-8:00pm; registration/check in/warm-up at 8:00pm-8:15pm; Lindy Hop 103 at 8:15pm-9:15pm; social hour/open practice at 9:15pm-10:15pm.”

• Rochambo Writing Club / Free / More Info

  • 7:00pm-8:30pm / Rochambo Coffee & Tea House (Second floor), 1317 E Brady St, Milwaukee

  • “Do you like writing? Socializing? Getting a taste of something new? In that case we’d like to introduce……our writing club! One of our baristas, Caleb, is hosting this every Monday here at Rochambo on the second floor! We hope to see you there! No RSVP necessary.”

• Tuesday Wake Up Run / Free / More Info

  • 5:15am-6:00am / Colectivo Lakefront, 1701 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee

  • “Join us on Tuesday mornings starting at Colectivo at the Lakefront for a three to five mile run on the well lite paths along Lincoln Memorial Drive. Paces are anywhere from 9:00 to 12:00 minutes per mile - something for everyone. Beginners are welcome! New to running? Ask for Dia and we’ll get you started.”

• Craft & Chat / Free / More Info

  • 10:30am-12:00pm / Shorewood Public Library (Program Room), 3920 North Murray Avenue, Shorewood

  • “Unwind, get inspired, and meet fellow makers! Bring your own materials or project to work on. Adults only, all skill levels and mediums welcome!”

• Drop-In Dungeons & Dragons / Free / More Info

  • 5:30pm-7:30pm / Shorewood Public Library, 3920 North Murray Avenue, Shorewood

  • “Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Looking for a friendly local campaign? Drop in to the Shorewood Public Library every Tuesday this summer. Participants must be sixteen or older. First time players welcome!”

• Fourth Tuesdays Blood On the Clocktower / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-9:00pm / Milwaukee Brewing, 2335 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Blood on the Clocktower is “a social game played in-person, seated in a circle, where each player receives either a ‘good’ or ‘evil’ token with their unique character on it.” Newcomers wanted! The game is super approachable; if you’ve played Werewolf or Mafia, you’re halfway there. However unlike in those classics, “death is just the beginning” so you stay engaged and participating to the very end. We start every night with a quick tutorial, and all games feature a storyteller who is always available to answer questions and helps keep the game balanced and fun while it inevitably careens towards its dramatic conclusion. (Free Discord account required to view link.)”

• Tuesday Night Ride / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-9:00pm / Last Rites, 625 S 6th St, Milwaukee

  • “Start point is at Last Rites. Meet and pre-ride social starting at 6pm. Roll out at 6:30pm prompt. Always slow roll around 10mph. Never drop riders for pace. Never cancel for weather. Bring lights!” Map of tentative route and weekly schedule via link.

• Milwaukee Animators Club / Free / More Info

  • 6:30pm-8:00pm / Haven Cafe , 1201 N Van Buren St., Milwaukee

  • “Working on animation? Want a group of people to share with and encourage you? Bring your work and join us monthly critique and other activities! ”

It’s going to be a great week, you’ve got this!