February 22

Thursday morning the Madison Children’s Museum hosts a workshop for toddlers. Kjersti Johnson will lead the children in songs, movement and music making. This is at 9:30 and 10:30 in 100 State Street. Call 256-6445 for details.

Wednesday evening there is a talk in celebration of George Washington’s birthday with John Nichols and Professo! r Tony Palmeri. Nichols will discuss his book "Against the Beast." Palmeri is a Professor of Speech and Rhetoric at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. He will discuss how the progressives can "talk the talk" to the American mainstream on Iraq and other issues. This is at Escape Java Joint, 916 Williamson Street at 6:30. Call 442-8399 for details.

Thursday at noon a pledge drive addition of WORT’s A Public Affair host Lea Zeldin speaks with Danish correspondent Patrick Beckett concerning cartoons and controversy. Call 256-2001 for details.

"Dane County Friends of Ferals" and others help feral and semi-feral cats with a "Trap, Neuter, Release" program. Additionally they assist rural residents to manage their barn and feral cat colonies and find responsible caregivers for cats who may need special attention. Call 608-209-5529 for details.

The Community Law Project provides free legal services to low-income Dane County residents. They can provide legal assistance in landlord and tenant disputes, Public benefit, or un-paid wages disputes. They are at 2300 South Park Street. Call 260-8221 for details.

The "Mid-Winter Food Drive for the Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center" is in full swing. Canned goods and non-perishable food items may be donated at collection barrels in businesses throughout the Wil-Mar Neighborhood. For details call 770-0160.
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