Monday, November 9, 2009

This evening there is a presentation by Michael Edmonds. His new book is "Out of the Northwoods" ”The Many Lives of Paul Bunyon.” This is in Deforest Public Library, 203 Library Street at 6:30. Call (608) 846-5482 for details.

This morning Motherfool’s Coffeehouse, 1101 Williamson Street holds “Bach in a Backpack” solo violin performances by Randal Harrison. This is at 8:30. Performances will be Mondays through November from 8:30 to 10:00. Call 279-9856 for details.

Briarpatch offers walk-in HIV/AIDS, STDS and STI testing. This is every Wednesday evening from 5:30 to 7:30 or by appointment in 1955 Atwood Avenue. To schedule an appointment call the agency at 1-800-798-1126. People may call locally at 245-2550 or email youthhivtesting@yahoo.com for details.

“Wisconsin Books to Prisoners” is a non-profit organization sponsored by “Rainbow bookstore” that sends books to Wisconsin and other states’ inmates. They believe that quote “books are tools for learning and can open minds to new ideas and fresh possibilities.” Call 257-6050 or visit 426 West Gilman Street for details.

The Public Health Department of Madison and Dane County has anonymous walk-in HIV, Hepatitis B and C testing and Needle exchange. These are at the Public Health Office, 2705 East Washington Avenue and the South Madison Health and Family Center 2202 South Park Street. There are a variety of times and days. Call 243-0411 for details.

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.