Monday, May 16, 2011

This afternoon a specialist from the “Second Harvest Foodbank” can help participants get free, personalized, and confidential help applying for FoodShare benefits. This is at the “Goodman South Madison Branch” library, 2222 South Park Street from noon to 5:00. Call 1-877-366-3635 to schedule an appointment or get details.
 
This evening on WORT’s Access Hour “Ann Chacon” brings in a reading of Senator Bob LaFollette’s “Senate hearings on industrial espionage” at “General Motors”, with local voices. This is at 7:00. Call 256-2001 for details.
 
"The “Wheelchair Recycling Program” offers low cost, refurbished mobility and medical equipment to people that may not have the resources to obtain them new. This can include wheelchairs, walkers, bath items, grab bars and other assistive equipment for purchase. There are offices in Madison and the Greater-Milwaukee area. Contact wrp-mad@wrp.org or 608-243-1785 for details."
 
Wisconsin Books to Prisoners is a non-profit organization sponsored by “Rainbow bookstore” that sends books to prisoners in Wisconsin and other states. They believe that quote “books are tools for learning and can open minds to new ideas and fresh possibilities.”  They accept donations. Contact 426 West Gilman Street or 257-6050 for details.
 
“The Insurgent Radio Kiosk” welcomes listener commentaries on subjects of interest to the “W.O.R.T”. listening community. Commentaries are limited to two minutes. Interested people who wish to do a Kiosk commentary may call the station at 256-2001 and leave a message for the Kiosk.