Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Wednesday evening Q-Cinema hosts a showing of the film, "The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros." It is a Phillipine film about a boy who deals with love, the law and romance for a kind, rookie cop named Victor. This is at 6:30 in 600 Williamson Street. Call 255-8582 for details.

Wednesday evening Madison Public Library’s Lakeview branch hosts a drop-in knitting group for people who wish to quote “learn at new craft” or “work on that unfinished project.” This is at 6:30 in the Community Room of 2845 North Sherman Avenue. Call 247-4547 for details.

Wednesday evening the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom holds a civil disobedience workshop entitled, “Does a nonviolent resister live in you?” The history and principles of non-violence will be discussed by guests Joy First and Bonnie Block. This is at 7:00 in the South Madison Police Precinct, 804 Hughes Places. Call 846-5217 for details. Refreshments will be provided.

Briarpatch seeks volunteers to work with teens in crises, by answering the crises line, providing emergency shelter, or, acting as family counselors. Some positions may require training. Call 251-6211 for details or, to volunteer.