Wednesday, July 14, 2010

This evening there is a Literacy Network International Potluck. This is an opportunity to meet other learners, volunteers, supporters and friends of Literacy Network. It is at 5:30 in the Tenney Park Shelter. There will be food and games. It is a potluck and cultural food is encouraged. This is at 5:30. Call 244-3911 for details. Participants are asked to RSVP if possible.

This evening Q-Cinema International Films presents a film from Thailand entitled Iron Ladies. This true life story highlights a volleyball team including a gay army sergeant, a transsexual cabaret star, and a closeted gay man among others. This is at 6:30 in Outreach in the Gateway Mall, 600 Williamson Street. Call 255-8582 for details.

This 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.

Through July in the Mifflin Street Madison Public Library there is an art display. Jason Skoog uses mixed media on paper to create colorful, imaginative worlds with open-ended narratives. Featured are both small and large works including a various interesting characters and objects like sailors, station wagons, gazelles and swimming pools. This is at 201 West Mifflin Street Call 266-6345 for details.

Catholic Charities announces the Caring for Myself Program. It is an education program designed to support the health and well-being of African American primary caregivers of children with developmental disabilities. Please contact Marian Slaughter at 256-2358 to get or give help.

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.