Wednesday, July 29, 2009

This evening the Lakeview public library hosts a drop-in knitting group. Attendees may “learn a new craft or work on an on-going project”. This at 6:30 in the community room at 2845 North Sherman Avenue. Call 246-4547 for details.

Ongoing daily Olbrich Gardens hosts the “Blooming Butterflies”. Participants may stroll through the tropical rainforest and watch butterflies emerge from chrysalises daily in the Bolz Conservatory. This is from 10:00 to 4:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Madison Department of Health and Madison Free Health Services offer immunization clinics, well child exams, children’s dental health and support services for pregnant and postpartum women. Call 246-4516 for details.

Mornings adults sixty or older may get lunch. This is at 11:30 on weekdays in venues throughout Madison. A donation is requested. Call 251-8405 by noon the day before for details or to reserve a meal.

Weekdays the Blue Bus Clinic offers free Hepatitis A and B vaccinations. It is at 333 East Campus Mall. Contact 265-5600 for details, eligibility requirements and hours.

The Alliance for Animals (AFA) has volunteer opportunities to help animals. These might include tabling at the Farmer’s Market, distributing pro-animal literature or joining the antivivisection committee. For details visit allanimals.org or call 257-6333.

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Tuesday evenings people can get one on one computer training in the main downtown public library. This include beginning pcs, free email setup, introduction to the internet, finding magazine and newspaper articles. That’s at 5:00 in 201 West Mifflin Street. Call 266-6350 for details.

This evening at the South Madison Branch Library participants may get help with any writing. This includes letters, resume’s and job applications. It is in 2222 South Park Street at 5:00. Call 266-6395 for details.

This evening Olbrich Botanical Society hosts “Concerts in the Gardens”. Participants may bring a lawn chair, blanket or a picnic dinner. Food is available on-site for purchase. These are Tuesdays through July. This is at 7:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Tomorrow at noon on WORT’s A Public Affair host Esty Dinur speaks with Arjun Makhijani, head of the “Institute for Energy and Environmental Research” (IEER) in Washington and a leading advocate for renewable energy about his book, "Carbon Free Nuclear Free." Call 256-2001 for details.

Mornings adults sixty or older may get lunch. This is at 11:30 on weekdays in venues throughout Madison. A donation is requested. Call 251-8405 by noon the day before for details or to reserve a meal.

Ongoing daily Olbrich Gardens hosts the “Blooming Butterflies”. Participants may stroll through the tropical rainforest and watch butterflies emerge from chrysalises daily in the Bolz Conservatory. This is from 10:00 to 4:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Madison Department of Health and Madison Free Health Services offer immunization clinics, well child exams, children’s dental health and support services for pregnant and postpartum women. Call 246-4516 for details.

Monday, July 27, 2009

This morning Madison Area Technical College (MATC) librarians will provide attendees advice, tips and templates for making easy and effective resumes and cover letters. They will need to have basic computer skills to attend this workshop. This is at the Sequoya Branch Library meeting room, 4340 Tokay Boulevard at 9:30. Call 266-6385 for details.

This afternoon the main downtown library hosts a workshop for job seekers. They will help participants work on resumes and cover letters, locate Internet Job sites, and apply for jobs online. This is at 1:00 in 201 West Mifflin Street at the front lecture room number 202. Call 266-6350 for details or reserve a spot. Drop-ins are welcome.

Mornings adults sixty or older may get lunch. This is at 11:30 on weekdays in venues throughout Madison. A donation is requested. Call 251-8405 by noon the day before for details or to reserve a meal.

This evening the North and Eastside Coalitions for Older Adults hosts the next in their ongoing series of music segments. It is the “North Country Drifters playing waltzes and polkas. This is in Warner Park, 1625 Northport Drive at 6:30. Senior transportation is available. Call 243-5252 for details.

This evening the Madison Infoshop holds a meeting of the “Muffin Club” women’s health discussion group. The discussion topic is “masturbation.” The group is women, trans, and intersex only space. It is at 1019 Williamson Street at 7:00. Call 262-9036 for details.

Tomorrow at noon on WORT’s A Public Affair host Stacy Harbaugh speaks with Kevin Revolinski, author of “Backroads and Byways of Wisconsin” on local travel writing. Call 256-2001 for details.

Ongoing daily Olbrich Gardens hosts the “Blooming Butterflies”. Participants may stroll through the tropical rainforest and watch butterflies emerge from chrysalises daily in the “Bolz Conservatory”. This is from 10:00 to 4:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Friday, July 24, 2009

Friday night at 7, “the Froth House Garden” will offer a free concert with “Chris Skinner”. The music is an innovative fusion of funk, jazz, and smooth acoustic guitar. The Froth House garden is located at 11 North Allen Street. Doors open at 6pm. This event is open to all ages. For details call 231-0100.

Friday night at sundown, the “Madison Infoshop” will offer a screening of the 2007 Brazilian crime-thriller "City of Men ". The Infoshop is located at 1019 Williamson Street Snacks or beverages to share are suggested. For details call 262-9036.

Saturday the “Dane County Grassroots Network” and “Organizing for America” will sponsor a March and Rally to support Health Care for All. The group will gather at the library mall at 2:30, then March up to the Capitol for a rally at 3:00. Mama Dig down’s brass band will provide music and the featured speaker will be Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin. For details call 241-1437.

Sunday at 2 pm, the “Madison Trust for Historic” Preservation will offer a private, behind the scene tour of the Orpheum Theatre. Participants will visit the opulent interior of the historic "New" Theatre and tour the backstage areas where movies and live acts have shown continually since its opening in 1927. The tour will begin at 216 State Street and last approximately one hour. Reservations are required by calling 441-8864.

“OutThere” is a LGBTA social group for ages eighteen to twenty-four. Activities include movie nights, trips, social gatherings and more organized through OutReach at 600 Williamson Street in Madison. If you want to be more involved, please contact Josh at 255-8582. For details online log on to outtheremadison.org

On Saturday, “Madison residents” can learn about Wisconsin 's role in the Civil War as historians recreate some of the atmosphere and emotion present at Madison 's Camp Randall in the 1860s. Midday visitors will be able to hear authentic music of the Civil War era played on antique instruments. At noon Governor Doyle and several character actors portraying such figures as President and Missus Lincoln will review a parade through the grounds. More details are available from the Madison Community Foundation at 232-1763.

Thursday, July 23, 2009

Tonight at 6 PM the Madison Trust for Historic Preservation will offer a walking tour of the University Heights. Participants will be led through this historic neighborhood, home to designs by architects Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan. The tour meets in front of Louis Sullivan's Bradley House, 106 North Prospect Avenue and will last approximately one hour. No reservations are required. For details call 441-8864.

The Madison Clothing Exchange Project is an exclusive and sustainable way for local women in their 20's and 30's to update their wardrobe. Each event includes a social hour and a garment exchange. Several events are scheduled this summer with the next one slated for July 29. Pre-registration is needed. For details call upshiftgear@gmail.com or 628-9525.

Friday at noon a rally, march, and celebration for "Freedom Summer" are planned at the State Capitol. Attendees will hear about the “People's Economic Stimulus Plan” and the need for affordable housing, “jobs not jails”, more access to public services, disparities in the criminal justice system and attacks on the right to public space. The event is sponsored by “Operation Welcome Home”. For details call 345-0545 or 695-3757.

Friday from 1 to 4, the “South Madison Health and Family Center, Harambee”, will offer its last free canoe workshop for South Madison kids at Wingra Park, 700 Knickerbocker Street. For details call 261-9138.

The fourth annual “Africa Alive” fundraiser is seeking sponsors. “Africa Alive” is an outdoor family festival that brings together music, dance, costume contests, balloon artists, jugglers, face painters and more entertainment for all ages. This year, the festival will be held at the “Capital Brewery” in Middleton on August 1. All proceeds will support Kidlinks’ efforts to benefit AIDS orphans and vulnerable children in Southern Africa. For details contact 658-1171 or kidlinksworld.org.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Tonight WORT hosts the program “Rock En Español.” Included are Latin, Iberian rock, ska and hiphop music. This is from 11:00 to 2:00. Call 256-2001 for details.

This evening there is a meeting of the group, “Progressive Dane.” On the agenda is the steering committee presenting for vote an amendment to the by-laws regarding groups using the name “Progressive Dane”. This is at 6:30 in the “Rosemary Garfoot Public Library in Cross Plains, 2107 Julius Street.”Call 358-2940 for details, carpool or for help with special needs.

Ongoing daily Olbrich Gardens hosts the “Blooming Butterflies”. Participants may stroll through the tropical rainforest and watch butterflies emerge from chrysalises daily in the Bolz Conservatory. This is from 10:00 to 4:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Madison Department of Health and Madison Free Health Services offer immunization clinics, well child exams, children’s dental health and support services for pregnant and postpartum women. Call 246-4516 for details.

Mornings adults sixty or older may get lunch. This is at 11:30 on weekdays in venues throughout Madison. A donation is requested. Call 251-8405 by noon the day before for details or to reserve a meal.

Weekdays the Blue Bus Clinic offers free Hepatitis A and B vaccinations. It is at 333 East Campus Mall. Contact 265-5600 for details, eligibility requirements and hours.

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

This evening at the South Madison Branch Library participants may get help with any writing. This includes letters, resumes and job applications. It is in 2222 South Park Street at 5:00. Call 266-6395 for details.

This evening people can get one on one computer training in the Mifflin Street Library. This includes beginning pcs, free email setup, introduction to the internet and finding magazine and newspaper articles. That’s at 5:00 in 201 West Mifflin Street. Call 266-6350 for details.

This evening Olbrich Botanical Society hosts “Concerts in the Gardens”. Participants may bring a lawn chair, blanket or a picnic dinner. Food is available on-site for purchase. These are Tuesday’s through July. This is at 7:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Mornings adults sixty or older may get lunch. This is at 11:30 on weekdays in venues throughout Madison. A donation is requested. Call 251-8405 by noon the day before for details or to reserve a meal.

Ongoing daily Olbrich Gardens hosts the “Blooming Butterflies”. Participants may stroll through the tropical rainforest and watch butterflies emerge from chrysalises daily in the Bolz Conservatory. This is from 10:00 to 4:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Madison Department of Health and Madison Free Health Services offer immunization clinics, well child exams, children’s dental health and support services for pregnant and postpartum women. Call 246-4516 for details.

Monday, July 20, 2009

This afternoon the Mifflin Street Library hosts a workshop for job seekers. They will help participants work on resumes and cover letters, locate Internet Job sites, and apply for jobs online. This is at 1:00 in 201 West Mifflin Street at the front lecture room number 202. Call 266-6350 for details or reserve a spot. Drop-ins are welcome.

This evening the North and Eastside Coalitions for Older Adults hosts the “Grupo Candela” playing Merenga and Salsa music in their series of summer concerts. This is in Warner Park, 1625 Northport Drive at 6:30. Senior transportation is available. Call 243-5252 for details.

Mornings adults sixty or older may get lunch. This is at 11:30 on weekdays in venues throughout Madison. A donation is requested. Call 251-8405 by noon the day before for details or to reserve a meal.

Ongoing daily Olbrich Gardens hosts the “Blooming Butterflies”. Participants may stroll through the tropical rainforest and watch butterflies emerge from chrysalises daily in the Bolz Conservatory. This is from 10:00 to 4:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Madison Department of Health and Madison Free Health Services offer immunization clinics, well child exams, children’s dental health and support services for pregnant and postpartum women. Call 246-4516 for details.

The Alliance for Animals (AFA) has volunteer opportunities to help animals. These might include tabling at the Farmer’s Market, distributing pro-animal literature or joining the antivivisection committee. For details visit allanimals.org or call 257-6333.

Friday, July 17, 2009

The Willy Street Park Society, an all-volunteer group, is offering a tour of 12 gardens in the Williamson-Marquette neighborhood on Sunday from 1-4. Tickets will be available on the day of the event at the Willy Street Park at the corner of Brearly and Williamson Street. For details contact 242-0712.

Tonight at sundown, the Madison Infoshop (1019 Williamson Street) will offer a free outdoor screening of the City of God, a powerful story of two Brazilian boys growing up in the favelas of Rio de Janeir. Bringing snacks or non-alcoholic beverages to share, plus a blanket, chair or pillow is suggested. For details contact 262-9036.

Saturday the Wisconsin Tibet Association will sponsor a "Walk for Tibet" event. Participants will gather at Brittingham Park (opposite Midway Asian Food store) at 1:00pm and start the walk to the State Capitol. "Walk for Tibet" will be organized once every month until March 2010. For details contact wistib.org.

Sunday the Ed Schultz Show 2009 Tour for Change will be at the Barrymore Theatre, 2090 Atwood Avenue. Free tickets are available by calling the union-sponsored “Alliance for American Manufacturing” at 866-365-2203. Workers who've been laid off or have stories about the health care crisis are especially urged to attend. The show will be broadcast live from the Barrymore Theatre from 7 to 9 pm. Plan to arrive by 6 pm.

Sunday at 10 am, the Prairie Unitarian Universalist Society (2010 Whenona Drive) will host a presentation titled “When Breathing is Defiance : Stories from Occupied Palestine”. The presenters are Nathan Beck and Sol Thea Kelley-Jones, human rights activists who both worked on the ground in the Occupied Palestinian Territories of the West Bank. For details contact uuprairie.org.

Sunday from 1:30 to 3:30 pm, a Benefit for Vietnam Relief will be held at 2237 Fox Ave. The event will include a slide presentation and discussion of current peace and justice projects in Vietnam with Mike Boehm. For details contact 256-5088 or by emailing bblock@charter.net.

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Registration is underway for the Monona Public Library play "The Life of Beethoven", performed by the Traveling Lantern Theater Company on July 21st at 1 pm. The play is designed for the K-6 age group and focuses on how genius and dedication overcome disability in the true story of this composer’s life. Registration is requested and can be completed online at mononalibrary.org. For details call 222-6127.

The Madison Area Technical College is looking for mentors and short-term hosts for a group of 20 international students. These students come from developing world countries such as Egypt, Brazil, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Turkey and Indonesia. Their study in Madison is made possible by grant funding. If you would like to help show these students what Madison is all about and build connections and friendships with these students from round the world call 243-4556.

The Madison Clothing Exchange Project is an exclusive and sustainable way for local women in their 20's and 30's to update their wardrobe. Each event includes a social hour and a garment exchange. It's an opportunity for women to clean out their closet, meet new friends and get some new duds. Several events are scheduled this summer with the next one slated for July 22. RSVP is required at least one week in advance. For details contact upshiftgear@gmail.com or 628-9525.

Today senior adults from the LGBT communities meet from 2:30 to 4pm at the Madison Public Library, Room 201. These are friendly conversations that are informal, open dialogues. Friends and families of LGBT folks are welcome. Participants determine the topics based on current interests and the groups are facilitated. For details contact 255-8582.

South Madison Health and Family Center, Harambee, offers a free Summer Canoeing program for South Madison Kids. The workshops and canoe days will be held at Wingra Park, 700 Knickerbocker Street and will be held for the next 3 Fridays at 1 PM. For details call 261-9138.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Weekdays the Blue Bus Clinic offers free Hepatitis A and B vaccinations. It is at 333 East Campus Mall. Contact 265-5600 for details, eligibility requirements and hours.

The Women and Infant Children (WIC) Nutrition program offers a wide variety of services, food and nutrition information to help keep pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children under five years of age healthy and strong. For details call 267-1111.

Care Wisconsin offers many programs and services designed to help older adults. They offer coordinated health care and long-term support services for Medicaid-eligible older adults. These may have chronic conditions requiring nursing home level of care, adult day centers and home care services. Call 240-0020 for details.

“The Worker’s Rights Center helps people resolve workplace problems”. This includes firing for “no match” letters, non-payment of wages or overtime, discrimination, or not caring for an employee hurt on the job. The office is in the Villager Mall, 2300 South Park Street. Call 255-0376 for details.

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Tuesday evening in the South Madison Branch Library there is a chance to meet with educational advisor. She is an Outreach Specialist at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Also, participants may get help with any writing including letters, resume’s and job applications. That’s at 5:00 in 2222 South Park Street. Call 263-6787 for details.

Tuesday evening the Madison Area Peace Coalition (MAPC) holds a short business meeting. On the agenda are taking care of a few details on the health care panel coming up. This is in room 202 of the Madison Central Library, 201 West Mifflin Street at 6:30. Call 242-9232 for details.

Tuesday evening Mike Boehm speaks at a benefit for Vietnam Relief. There will be a slide presentation and a discussion of current peace and justice projects in Vietnam. This is at 7:00 in 2138 LaFollette Avenue. Call 249-9632 for details.

Tuesday evening Olbrich Botanical Society hosts “Concerts in the Gardens”. Participants may bring a lawn chair, blanket or a picnic dinner. Food is available on-site for purchase. These are Tuesday’s through July. This is at 7:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Tuesday evening the Madison Area Peace Coalition sponsors a panel discussion entitled “Healthcare Not Warfare: Putting Single Payer Healthcare Back on the Table”. Panelists include Art Taggart of the Coalition for Wisconsin Health, Diane Turner of WORT “Healthwriters” and Tim Wong who is the retired health policy analyst with the State of Wisconsin. This is at 7:30 on in the Central Library, 201 West Mifflin Street. Call 242-9232 for details.

Monday, July 13, 2009

Mornings adults sixty or older may get lunch. This is at 11:30 on weekdays in venues throughout Madison. A donation is requested. Call 251-8405 by noon the day before for details or to reserve a meal.

Monday evening the North and Eastside Coalitions for Older Adults hold the next in their series of summer concerts. This features the “Davis Family Band” with Rhythm and Blues. It is in Warner Park, 1625 Northport Drive at 6:30. Senior transportation is available. Call 243-5252 for details.

Madison Department of Health and Madison Free Health Services offer immunization clinics, well child exams, children’s dental health and support services for pregnant and postpartum women. Call 246-4516 for details.

The Alliance for Animals (AFA) has volunteer opportunities to help animals. These might include tabling at the Farmer’s Market, distributing pro-animal literature or joining the Antivivisection Committee. For details visit allanimals.org or call 257-6333.

There are several needle exchange programs in Dane County. These include “Networks” the AIDS Network program. Contact 516-2158 for details or call the AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin program, “Lifepoint” at 332-6169.

Low cost spayings and neuterings for dogs and cats are available through the Dane County Humane Society. There are various times and prices and they include an FVRCP vaccine. Caretakers of feral or free-roaming cats can be helped as well. Call 838-0413 extension 103 for an appointment or details.

Friday, July 10, 2009

Friday evening at 7 pm, the Madison Area Transgender Association Support Group will meet at the Outreach Center, 600 Williamson Street. For details contact Outreach.org or by phone at 255-8582.

Saturday from 9 to noon, volunteers are needed at the UW Arboretum, 1207 Seminole Highway, for restoration activities and to learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided. Meet at the front steps of the Visitor Center . On Sunday, the Arboretum offers a 1-hour Butterfly Walk at 1:30 pm. For details 265-5214.

Friday evening at sundown, the Madison Infoshop (1019 Williamson Street) will offer a free outdoor screening of the 1994 Japanese animated film, “Pom Poko”. Bring snacks or non-alcoholic beverages to share, plus a blanket, chair or pillow. For details contact 262-9036.

Saturday, WYOU Community Television will hold a Fundraiser from 4 to 8 pm at High Noon Saloon, 401 East Washington Avenue. More details and a band schedule can be found at wyou.org.

Madison green living bike activist, “Thistle” will lead a bike ride to her “HOUSE CONCERT” in Cambridge . The bike ride will meet at the Willy Street Coop at 9 AM and proceed slowly and socially to Cambridge Wisconsin where riders can camp overnight in the backyard of host, “CACTUS JOE” 's house. The concert starts at 7 PM with a social prior. For more information, visit www.thistlespace.org or call 262-893-9041.

Thursday, July 9, 2009

The Willy Street Park Society, an all- volunteer group, has announced it will sponsor a tour of 12 gardens in the Williamson-Marquette neighborhood on Sunday, July 19th from 1-4. Tickets will be available on the day of the event at the Willy Street Park on the corner of Brearly and Williamson Street. For details call 242-0712.

Concerts in the Garden continue at Olbrich Gardens next week. Enjoy the evening with a concert every Tuesday on the Great Lawn of Olbrich's outdoor gardens. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Picnics are allowed in the Gardens for Tuesday concerts only. The gardens are located at 3330 Atwood Avenue in Madison. For details call 246-4550.

South Madison Health and Family Center , Harambee, has announced it will hold a free Summer Canoeing program for South Madison Kids. The workshops and canoe days will be held at Wingra Park, 700 Knickerbocker Street and will offer 3 great ways for kids and families to enjoy canoeing this summer. The first workshop will be held Friday and the first canoe day will be this Saturday. For details call 261-9138.

Registration has begun for the Monona Public Library play "The Life of Beethoven", performed by the Traveling Lantern Theater Company on July 21st at 1 pm. The play is designed for the K-6 age group and focuses on how genius and dedication overcome disability in the true story of this composer’s life. Registration is requested and can be completed online at mononalibrary.org. For details call 222-6127.

The Madison Area Technical College is looking for mentors and short-term hosts for a group of 20 international students. These students come from developing world countries such as Egypt, Brazil, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Turkey and Indonesia. Their study in Madison is made possible by grant funding. If you would like to help show these students what Madison is all about and build connections and friendships with these students from round the world call 243-4556.

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Weekdays the Blue Bus Clinic offers free Hepatitis A and B vaccinations. It is at 333 East Campus Mall. Contact 265-5600 for details, eligibility requirements and hours.

The Women and Infant Children (WIC) Nutrition program offers a wide variety of services, food and nutrition information to help keep pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children under five years of age healthy and strong. For details call 267-1111.

There is a free computer lab in the Catholic Multicultural Center. It is available weekdays from 9:00-5:30 at 1862 Beld Street. Lab Users must always show a photo ID and take an orientation the first time. Call 255-1287 for details.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Tuesday evening the Sequoya branch of the Madison Public Library features a friendly game of the Madison Chess Club for people of all ages. This is at 6:00 in the meeting room at 4340 Tokay Boulevard. Call 266-6385 for details.

Tuesday evening there is a Alliance for Animals quarterly meeting. Participants may learn about recent campaigns and volunteer opportunities. This is at 6:30 in 122 State Street, suite 404. Call 257-6333 for details. Bringing a vegan snack to share is suggested.

Tuesday evening Olbrich Botanical Society hosts “Concerts in the Gardens”. Participants may bring a lawn chair, blanket or a picnic dinner. Food is available on-site for purchase. These are Tuesday’s through July. This is at 7:00 in 3330 Atwood Avenue. Call 246-4550 for details.

Monday, July 6, 2009

Monday evening on WORT’s Access Hour there is a topical music program with opportunities for comment by the hosts and also by anyone interested in calling in. That’s at 7:00. Call 256-2001 for details.

Mornings adults sixty or older may get lunch. This is at 11:30 on weekdays in venues throughout Madison. A donation is requested. Call 251-8405 by noon the day before for details or to reserve a meal.

Weekdays from today through July 12 the Center for the History of Print Culture and others host an exhibit at the Chazen Museum of Art. It is entitled, “Underground Classics: The Transformation of Comics into Comix, 1963–1990.” It is at 800 University Avenue from 11:00 through 5:00. Call 263-2246 for details.

Madison Department of Health and Madison Free Health Services offer immunization clinics, well child exams, children’s dental health and support services for pregnant and postpartum women. Call 246-4516 for details.

The Alliance for Animals (AFA) has volunteer opportunities to help animals. These might include tabling at the Farmer’s Market, distributing pro-animal literature or joining the Antivivisection Committee. For details visit allanimals.org or call 257-6333.

There are several needle exchange programs in Dane County. These include “Networks” the AIDS Network program. Contact 516-2158 for details or call the AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin program, “Lifepoint” at 332-6169.

Friday, July 3, 2009

Saturday at 1 pm, Lyle Anderson, “University Carillonneur”, performs an Independence Day program on the 56-bell Memorial Carillon at the Carillon Tower. The time coincides with the ringing of bells and carillons nationwide coordinated through "Let Freedom Ring," a Philadelphia-based project that began in 1963. Call 219-5291 for details.

The Madison Area Technical College is looking for mentors and short-term hosts for a group of twenty international students. These students come from developing world countries such as Egypt, Brazil , Costa Rica , El Salvador, Turkey and Indonesia . Their study in Madison is made possible by grant funding. Participants who would like to help show these students what Madison is all about and build connections and friendships with these students from round the world call 243-4556.

Sunday from 9 to Noon, the University of Wisconsin Arboretum presents the Madison Butterfly Count at the Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway. Attendees should bring binoculars. Meet at the Grady Tract parking lot at the corner of Seminole Highway and the Beltline frontage road. For details contact uwarboretum.org or 263-7888.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

Thursday night participants may spend an evening out and learn something about Madison! Every Thursday in July the Madison Trust for Historic Preservation will be offering “Twilight Tours” of distinctive Madison neighborhoods. This week attendees may learn about Madison ’s log cabin beginnings on King Street , one of the city's main streets for over one hundred and fifty years. The tour meets at 6 PM by the granite arch at Webster, Doty, and King Streets, across from the Great Dane Brew Pub. For details contact madisontrust.org or 441-8864.

Thursday evening at 7 pm, Salon Q will meet at the Outreach Center, 600 Williamson Street, in Madison . SalonQ is an inclusive adult social and discussion group organized by OutReach, Madison and south-central Wisconsin 's LGBT Community Center. It is designed as a conversation group for any member of the community looking for a safe and healthy way to meet and get to know new people. Anyone interested in “chatting it up” is welcome, but respect for the diversity of perspectives amongst all is a must. For more details contact Harry at 255-8582.

Thursday night at 9:30 the Memorial Union Terrace, 800 Langdon Street will present “Hot Summer Nights”. Californian singer-songwriter Jackie Greene will bring his long-developed roots rock blues his performance. Expect to hear the talents of a musician who has been performing and recording since his early teens. For details call 265-3000.

“Concerts in the Garden” returns to Olbrich Gardens next week. Participants can enjoy the evening with a concert every Tuesday on the “Great Lawn” of Olbrich's outdoor gardens. Bringing a lawn chair or blanket is suggested. Picnics are allowed in the Gardens for Tuesday concerts only. The gardens are located at 3330 Atwood Avenue in Madison . For details contact 246-4550.

Thursday night at 7 pm, Madison's own Capitol City Band continues its forty- first concert season at Rennebohm Park , 115 North Eau Claire Avenue in Madison . Rain or shine. The event is free and open to the public. Bringing a lawn chair is suggested. For details contact 835-9861 or Madison.com/communities/ctyband.