Wednesday, March 31, 2010

This evening there is an “Introduction to Forest Gardening” workshop. Topics will include plant species, site selection criteria and consideration, erosion control, and troubleshooting management strategies. This is in Willy Street Co-op, 1221 Williamson Street at 6:30. Call 251-6776 for details.

Tomorrow at noon on WORT’s A Public Affair host Norm Stockwell has a special “April Fool's” edition featuring political comedian, Dave Lippman. Call 256-2001 for details.

Domestic Abuse Intervention Services is a non-profit agency dedicated to ending violence in the lives of domestic abuse victims and their children. They are currently looking for volunteers. To volunteer or get help call 251-1237 or the crises line at 251-4445.

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.

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.

Dane County Friends of Ferals volunteers are dedicated to bettering the future of feral cats. Their mission is to establish a no-kill standard and promote the value and well-being of Dane County area feral cats. Call 467-4067 for details.