August 23

Today at noon SEIU local one will picket and hold a short march to the DOA Building on East Wilson Street followed by leafleting. Call 256-5111 for details.

This afternoon the Don and Marilyn Anderson HospiceCare Center holds a drop-in group for caregivers. It provides a supportive environment for those experiencing a time of crisis or increased distress. This is at 3:00 at 5395 East Cheryl Parkway in Fitchburg. Call 276-4660 for details. It is on the first and third Wednesday monthly.

Tomorrow at noon on WORT’s A Public Affair host Lea Zeldin speaks with representatives from local peace organizations, including Women's International League for Peace and Freedom, Madison Area Peace Coalition, the International Socialist Organization, and the Quakers. Call 256-2001 for details.

"The Homeshare Program" at "Independent Living Incorporated" matches older adults with working people or students who are in need of low cost housing and are able to provide some assistance around the house. Call 274-6900 and ask for "Homeshare" for details.

The Dane County Humane Society tries not to perform euthanasia’s on animals. They have been spending almost six thousand dollars a week since the June fourteenth seizure of forty-eight pit bulls who were reportedly mistreated. As such, they are asking for people to consider adopting or providing foster care to an animal. They may also donate time, money or pet supplies to the shelter at 5132 Voges Road. Call 838-0413 for details.

Many Madison Seniors are not able to keep their own lawns trim and tidy. The Madison Coalitions of Older Adults Home Chore Volunteer Program is looking for people to help do this on either a one-time or on-going basis. For details call 243-5252 and ask for Nicole.