Friday, June 12, 2009

Today and Saturday at 1, some well-known hip hop artists/activists with a positive message will be coming from around the country to work with youth in a variety of mediums at Art and Activism ’09, sponsored by the Wisconsin Youth Company, 1201 McKenna Boulevard in Madison. This Hip Hop Youth celebration featuring free music, performances and workshops is based around a central theme of community building through Art. The day will include workshops like music production, graffiti, break dancing and spoken word. Registration is required. To register or for more info call 239-8600 or 223-1708 or email visit wisconsinyouthcompany.org

Saturday from 12:30 to 2 pm, the Inner Fire Yoga Center will offer a donation based Intro to Bikram Yoga class to benefit the Family Centers agency. The studio is located at 5003 University Avenue in Madison. More info at innerfireyogacenter.com or at 661.0167

Today through June 26, Rooftop Cinema returns for its fourth season in the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art’s rooftop sculpture garden at 227 State Street in Madison. Bring a friend, a blanket or camp chairs, and prepare yourself for an evening of avant-garde films and videos under the stars. More info at 257-0158.

The Madison Trust for Historic Preservation has resumed its series of informative and entertaining walking tours through Madison's most distinctive historic neighborhoods. On Saturday, the State Street tour will begin at 10 am at 107 State Street. A Mansion Hill East tour will also be offered at 11 and Bascom Hill at 2 pm. No reservations are required, simply show up at each tour’s designated starting point. More info at madisontrust.org or by calling 441-8864.

A study designed to treat depression & alcohol abuse is seeking African-American participants aged 48-60. The study involves group counseling sessions for 12 weeks and will offer up to $150 in participant incentives plus gas cards or cab vouchers to help cover travel costs. If interested call 622-5996.

The Madison Folk Music Society announced its 7th season on State Street. Tomorrow and every Saturday until September, the Society and the Greater State Street Business Association will sponsor folk music from 1 to 3 pm at Francis Street Park. Rain location is the Ratskeller at the Memorial Union on Langdon Street. More info at 225-0710.