Monday, May 30, 2011

This evening on WORT’s Access Hour “Ramona and the Newlyweds” perform live in the studio, including words of strength for listener’s quote “ear-health”, and a mighty dose of resplendent recorded music. For details call 256-2001.

Tomorrow on WORT’s “A Public Affair” host Cynthia Lin speaks with Ray Arsenault, author of “Freedom Riders: 1961 and the Struggle for Racial Justice”. This is the book on which the newly released PBS “Freedom Riders” documentary is based. Ray will be talking about his work, connections to struggles for racial justice now, and a recent Freedom Riders reunion. Call 256-2001 for details.

Planned Parenthood has wide range of reproductive and sexual health services to keep people healthy, safe and strong. These include birth control, family planning, annual wellness exams and abortion care. There are branches throughout Wisconsin. Call 1-800-230-PLAN 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.