Events and engagements
Join us for fulfilling, inclusive cultural experiences, connecting our diverse communities through celebratory programming and thought-provoking forums.
Groove theory: A Valentine’s Day Tribute to D’Angelo
Saturday, February 14 | Doors at 7:00 p.m.; Show at 8:00 p.m. | The Cooperage, 822 S. Water St.
Milwaukee ensemble Brew City Soul curates a rich, romantic set honoring D’Angelo’s legacy—performed by Milwaukee’s premier vocalists.
Join us Saturday, February 14, for a special Valentine’s Day concert as Groove Theory returns with a tribute to one of R&B’s most iconic artists—D’Angelo. Known for redefining modern soul through raw vulnerability, masterful musicianship, and timeless love songs like “Lady," “Cruisin’,” “Untitled (How Does It Feel),” and “Really Love,” D’Angelo’s catalog sets the perfect tone for an unforgettable Valentine’s night.
Civic Studio: The Creative Exchange
Saturday, February 17 | Doors at 6:30 p.m.; Program at 7:00 p.m. | Dandy, 5020 W. Vilet St., Milwaukee.
Civic Studios is where media, community, and public life meet. Built on the idea that storytelling is a civic tool, it uses creative production to explore shared challenges and imagine better futures.
The Creative Exchange is its quarterly showcase, highlighting new ventures, emerging projects, and the creatives shaping Milwaukee’s cultural future. Through short presentations, conversation, and networking, it creates space to share ideas, elevate new work, and build meaningful connections.
Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur, cultural organizer, media maker, or community supporter, this event invites you to experience new ideas, meet creative leaders, and connect in a space where creative work becomes civic work.
Panelists include:
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Shannon Sims, Mic’d and Ready Media
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Element Everest-Blanks, The Culture Plug
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Kellen “Klassik” Abston, Independent Artist
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Dante Lavell, Avra
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Lexi S. Brunson, Copywrite Magazine / CW Creative Studios
