December 13

The Urban League of Greater Madison needs help improving the social economic conditions of African Americans, other communities of color and the disadvantaged. They need help with Academic Success, career exploration, home ownership and other programs. For details, or, to volunteer, call 251-8550, extension 28.

The Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired hosts an exhibit of art made by and for people who are blind or visually impaired. Artists Albert Schmeige and Jamie Landolt will be featured. This is until January fifteenth at 754 Williamson Street. Call 237-8111 for details.

The Madison Coalitions of Older Adults are looking for volunteers this winter to shovel snow for the elderly. This is a flexible volunteer opportunity. Call 243-5252 for details.

Project Home is seeking applicants for its annual Hammer for a Heart project which is to be held Saturday, May 5. Last year more then three hundred and fifty volunteers provided eighty-five thousand dollars worth of repairs. They want homeowners whose homes are in need of desperate repair and meet income guidelines. For details on Hammer with a Heart or to volunteer please contact Project Home at 246-3737.

The South Central Federation of Labor (SCFL) is helping the United Steel Worker’s Union 904's Strike and Defense fund. The strike defense fund will not be enough to sustain striking workers. Help is needed. For the duration of the strike they are urging local unions and individual supporters to pledge monthly contributions to adopt a Goodyear family. To help call USW local 904 at 837-5602.