Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Every weekday at noon the “Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice” hosts a “Solidarity Sing-a-long” at the Wisconsin State Capitol building. Song books will be provided. Call 250-9240 for details.

Currently volunteers are needed to staff phone banks, do data entry and do other work in recall campaigns outside of Madison. To volunteer or for details contact John Smallwood at 206-9451 or JohnS@Allianceforabetterwi.org.

“Evening Meals on Wheels” needs volunteers to deliver hot, nutritious low-cost meals to older and differently abled people. Locations are flexible and the time commitment is about one hour per shift. For details call 276-7598.

Low cost spayings and neuterings for dogs and cats are available through the Dane County Humane Society and Maddie’s Fund. There are various times and prices and they include an FVRCP vaccine. Caretakers of feral or free-roaming cats can be helped as well. Call 838-0413 extension 103 for an appointment or details.

“Community Literacy” is a “Literacy Network English as a Second Language” program designed to tutor adult learners one-on-one in a classroom setting where childcare and additional tutor support are available. No experience or foreign language skills are required! Childcare for both tutors and learners is also available. For details contact Shawn at 244-3911 or volunteer@litnetwork.org.

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

This morning the “Goodman South Madison branch” librarians help participants with updating computer skills or looking for a job. This begins at 10:00 in 2222 South Park Street. Call 266-6395 for details.

Every weekday at noon the “Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice” hosts a “Solidarity Sing-a-long” at the Wisconsin State Capitol building. Song books will be provided. Call 250-9240 for details.

This evening the “Phoenix Forum” hosts a roundtable discussion of recent developments in the economy and politics. This is in the “Orient House Restaurant” 626 South Park Street. Call 442-8399 for details.

Dane County “Friends of Ferals” is seeking rural outdoor homes for altered feral and semi-feral cats. This will avoid euthanasias. They and the Dane County Humane Society relocate them on farms. They occupy feral cat territory but don’t breed. They are all tested, vaccinated, dewormed and fixed. For details call 467-4067.

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

Monday, June 27, 2011

Monday evening participants may get free, personal, confidential help applying for foodshare benefits from a “Second Harvest Foodbank” specialist. This is in the “Goodman South Madison Branch library”, 2222 South Park Street at 1:00. Call 1-877-366-3635 for details or to schedule an appointment.

Afternoons weekly teens in grades six through twelve are invited for “Every Monday” workshops. They are may bring ideas and skills to paint murals, make henna tattoos, do electronic crafting or other activities. This is every Monday at 2:00 in the “Goodman South Madison Branch library”, 2222 South Park Street. Call 266-6345 for details.

This evening there is a “Weston A. Price Foundation” monthly Madison Chapter meeting. The discussion will concern Nutrient dense foods, education and activism. This is at 7:00 in the Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center, 953 Jenifer Street. Call 221-8696 for details.

This evening on WORT’s “Access Hour” there is a collaboration of the writings of “James Baldwin”, “Richard Wright”, and “Ralph Ellison” with the music of “John Coltrane”. This is at 7:00. 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 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.

Friday, June 24, 2011

Summer Art Cart comes To Willy Street Park on the Corner of Williamson & Brearly streets on Saturday, Jun 24th at 9am. The Art Cart is a free, traveling art program that provides creative, outdoor art-making experiences to children ages 3+ and their families. Activities include both group and individual projects, with a variety of materials. The Summer Art Cart is co-sponsored by the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art and Madison School & Community Recreation. Contact Bill Jolin at (608) 242-0712 for more information. Groups Larger Than 8 please RSVP to Victoria at 204-3021.

From 6-9 pm, at the the Center for Conscious Living presents Don Carlos Barrios, a member of the Mayan Elders Council and Mayan Priest, will speak on the Mayan Sacred Calendar, prophecies and predictions surrounding the year 2012). Barrios will be in the Madison area through June 30 putting on various events including workshops, and traditional fire ceremonies . The First Unitarian Society is at 900 University Bay Drive. For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.carlosbarrios.org or call Julie Jordan at 608-230-5047.

This weekend from today, Fri. June 24th until Sun June 26th AFL-CIO Organizing Institute is an intensive training designed to equip union staff, member activists and member organizers with a strong foundation in organizing. This will be at the Madison Labor Temple, 1602 S. Park St.

The If you are eager to learn more about one-on-one communication strategies, how to educate and activate workers, how to identify and develop leaders, and the basic elements of an internal or external organizing campaign, we encourage you to attend. Pre-registration is required. For more info: www.organize.aflcio.org

Annual Garage Sale of the Madison Arcatao Sister City Project (MASCP) is on Sat. June 25th from 7am until 4pm. You can find antiques, cool items from other countries, art, jewelry, all kinds of house wares and linens, adult and children's books, inside and outside furniture, all kinds of tools, unique women'/men's clothing, children and baby clothes, toys and baby equipment. This is at 4808 Schofield in Monona. If you have something to donate, please contact: joan.laurion@gmail.com

Dr. David Beighley will present “Walking the Buddha’s Path to Recovery: The Precepts, 12 Steps and Concepts of Living a Whole Life Through Recovery on Saturday, June 25 at 10:30 AM at Great Plains Zen Center, W7762 Falk Rd., Monroe, WI 53566. The center is wheelchair accessible. Free will donation is accepted. Register at gpzc@greatplainszen.org or 608-325-6248.

Absolutely Art’s 7th Annual Re-Art SWAP is on Sunday, June 26th from 9 am to 3 pm. Take this opportunity to clean out your studios, closets and garages for art supplies and useable items. Bring them to our Re-Art SWAP and try something new! No items to trade? A small contribution is requested. Conveniently located next to Café Zoma and on the Capital City Bike Trail there is more bike parking than car parking. A rain date is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 18th. Absolutely Art is located at 2322 Atwood Ave. Please contact Meghan Blake-Horst at (608) 249-9100 or meghan@absolutelyartllc.com to volunteer or for more information.

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Charismatic author Chris Howard will be reading from his new novel Tea of Ulaanbaatar speaking about the process of writing this novel about a Peace Corps volunteer in urban Mongolia at Rainbow Book Co-op tonight at 7 pm. The event is free. Rainbow Book Co-Op is located at 426 W Gilman St and the phone number is (608) 257-6050.

This evening the Madison Infoshop will host a discussion about the proposed Penokee Mine in northern Wisconsin. Governor Walker's attack on Wisconsin does not end with collective bargaining, education, and health care -- it extends to our environment as well. One of the largest assaults on Wisconsin’s ecosystem may come from mining deregulation and the proposed mine in the Lake Superior Bad River watershed. During our discussion the discussion will cover the basics of the planned mining proposal, where the legislative process is at, and what we can do to support the struggle against the mine. For more information, contact the Madison Infoshop at 262-9036.

Help make a positive impact on families! Canopy Center is looking for volunteers to work with parents and children in our family support program. For more information, email volcoor@canopycenter.org or apply online at www.canopycenter.org.

Wisconsin Books to Prisoners (WBTP) 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 Respite Center is a safe place for kids, ages birth to fourteen, whose families are under stress or in crisis. They are looking for volunteers to play with kids four hours a week. Training is required. Call 244-5730 for details.

Wednesday, June 22. 2011

This evening the ”Center for Conscious Living” hosts a welcome ceremony and silent auction to support the work of Mayan Elder and Priest, Don Carlos Barrios and Mayan Priestess, Adriana Rojas. This at 5:30 in 849 East Washington Avenue. Barrios and Rojas will be here through June at various events. Call 230-5047 for details.

This evening “Madison Veteran’s for Peace, Clarence Kailin Chapter number twenty-five” holds their monthly meeting. This is at 6:00 in the downtown Madison Public Library, 201 West Mifflin Street . Call 767-4099 for details.

Currently volunteers are needed to staff phone bank, do data entry and do other work in recall campaigns outside of Madison. To volunteer or for details contact John Smallwood at 206-9451 or JohnS@Allianceforabetterwi.org.

“Evening Meals on Wheels” needs volunteers to deliver hot, nutritious low-cost meals to older and differently abled people. Locations are flexible and the time commitment is about one hour per shift. For details call 276-7598.

Low cost spayings and neuterings for dogs and cats are available through the Dane County Humane Society and Maddie’s Fund. There are various times and prices and they include an FVRCP vaccine. Caretakers of feral or free-roaming cats can be helped as well. Call 838-0413 extension 103 for an appointment or details.

“Community Literacy” is a “Literacy Network English as a Second Language” program designed to tutor adult learners one-on-one in a classroom setting where childcare and additional tutor support are available. No experience or foreign language skills are required! Childcare for both tutors and learners is also available. For details contact Shawn at 244-3911 or volunteer@litnetwork.org.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Every weekday at noon the “Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice” hosts a “Solidarity Sing-a-long” at the Wisconsin State Capitol building. Song books will be provided. Call 250-9240 for details.

This afternoon children are invited to visit the “Meadowridge Library.” They can bring along a favorite book and read aloud to a friendly dog. This is at 5740 Raymond Road in the “Robinson Room.” Call 288-6160 for details.

This evening Madison Urban Ministry holds their annual meeting. The discussion is “The Importance of the Prison Narrative.” The hosts are Richard Ralston of University of Wisconsin, Madison and Judith Adrian of Edgewood College. This is at 5:30 in 2059 Atwood Avenue. There is a small suggested donation. Call 256-0906 for details or to register.

Dane County “Friends of Ferals” is seeking rural outdoor homes for altered feral and semi-feral cats. This will avoid euthanasias. They and the Dane County Humane Society relocate them on farms. They occupy feral cat territory but don’t breed. They are all tested, vaccinated, dewormed and fixed. For details call 467-4067.

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

Monday, June 20, 2011

Monday evening participants may get free, personal, confidential help applying for foodshare benefits from a “Second Harvest Foodbank” specialist. This is in the “Goodman South Madison Branch library”, 2222 South Park Street at 1:00. Call 1-877-366-3635 for details or to schedule an appointment.

Afternoons weekly teens in grades six through twelve are invited for “Every Monday” workshops. They are may bring ideas and skills to paint murals, make henna tattoos, do electronic crafting or other activities. This is every Monday at 2:00 in the “Goodman South Madison Branch library”, 2222 South Park Street. Call 266-6345 for details.

This evening the “Committee for Justice in the Middle East” (CJME) has a discussion of “American Radical, The Trials of Norman Finkelstein.” The son of Holocaust survivors, he was denied tenure due to a nationwide pressure campaign targeting him for his criticism of Unites States and Israeli policy. This is at 6:30 in the downtown Madison public library, 201 West Mifflin Street. Call 442-8399 for details.

This evening on WORT’s “Access Hour” the guest offers a monologue type program, incorporating original music with his narrative. His topics include personal life experiences, political and social observations and the like. This is at 7:00. 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 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.

Friday, June 17, 2011

Community Cinema, a free film series presented by the Madison Public Library will show an Independent Lens film called Two Spirits which explores the cultural context behind a tragic and senseless murder of a Navajo youth slain at the age of 16 who was a 'two-spirit,' who possesses a balance of masculine and feminine traits. This is today at 1:00 pm at the Central Library, 201 W. Mifflin St. Call 266-6300 for more information.

The 22nd Annual Energy Fair in Custer, WI is going on Fri. June 17th through Sun. June 19th . Learn all about renewable energy and sustainable living at the largest such fair in the country! Keynotes speakers are Will Allen of Growing Power will speak on the expanding field of urban agriculture and Chris Paine of the movie "Who Killed the Electric Car” and The Central Wisconsin Resiliency Project, an AmeriCorps program, a cooperative effort in central Wisconsin aimed at creating an environmentally, socially, and economically secure future. There will be buses daily from Madison. The fair is located at 7558 Deer Rd. in Custer , WI. For a full schedule and other info, visit: www.midwestrenew.org/energyfair.

Rainbow Bookstore Co-op welcomes Suzanne from the AK Press Worker Collective today at 7 pm. Suzanne will be on-hand to give the run-down on how AK Press utilizes collective decision-making and anarchist principles in the process of publishing and distributing radical books in an industry increasingly hostile to such projects. Come with questions and refreshments for an evening of discussion. Rainbow Bookstore Co-op is located off of State at 426 W. Gilman Street. Contact Rainbow Books at 257-6050.

The 22nd Annual Juneteenth Festival titled “Past, Present and Future” is held from 10 am to 6 pm on Saturday. The festival will include a parade at 10am from Fountain of Life Church, heritage and children activities, music, teen and health areas. Penn Park is located just east of the intersection of Park St. and Buick St. Call 239-7707 for more information.

Re-live the 1940s era by attending the Hangar Dance on Saturday 7:00 pm-10:30 pm. Featuring big band music performed by Ladies Must Swing, a jazz band consisting of 19 energetic dames. Vintage wear is encouraged and there will be prizes for the best dressed couple and best dancers. Food and beverage proceeds, as well as a portion of the door sales, will benefit The Badger Honor Flight. Contact June Dalton at (608)698-8944 for more information.

The Madison Area Youth Chamber Orchestra (MAYCO) will present its premier concert tonight at 7:00 PM The program, led by Madison East High senior, Mikko Utevsky, will consist of Alexander Borodin’s Overture to Prince Igor, Vivaldi’s Summer concerto from the Four Seasons, featuring Madison Symphony Orchestra co-concertmaster Suzanne Beia, and Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. The concert is in Mills Auditorium, UW Madison Humanities Bldg, 455 N. Park Street, Madison, WI.

On WORT’s “her turn”at 11am this Sunday, Alderperson Marsha Rummel will talk about the upcoming city council, the state budget, and she will take your calls.

2011 Mad City Vegan Fest is this Sunday from 10am to 5pm at the Goodman Community Center. Learn how to protect your health, the planet, and its inhabitants, through healthy and eco-friendly eating choices! We will have: food samples, exhibitors, speakers, a yoga class, cooking demonstrations, restaurant booths, free product samples, kids’ activities, and more! Admission is FREE and ALL are welcome! Goodman Community Center is at 149 Waubesa Street. For more info go to www.veganfest.org or call 234-2780.

Thursday, June 16, 2011

South Madison Farmers' Market is open from 2 – 6pm Thursdays at the Villager Mall at 2300 Park St. Call 358-5834 for more information.

The Grassroots Leadership College is hosting Reflect, Refule, Reframe! Trying to stop Governor Walker, working on recall elections, and dealing with the fallout of budget cuts is really stressful. Come together for a chance to step back, take care of yourself, and connect on a personal level with others who care too. Everyone is welcome. This is at the James Reeb Unitarian Universalist Church, 2146 E. Johnson St. at 6:30 pm. Call 441-0085 for more information.

Hancock Center for Dance/Movement Therapy is hosting the free presentation; “Healing through Mindfulness & Movement” will be presented by Mare Chapman, of Lives Unlimited, and Grace Valentine, of the Hancock Center. This event is free and open to the public. The center is located at 16 North Hancock Street For more information and to RSVP, call 251-0908.

Help make a positive impact on families! Canopy Center is looking for volunteers to work with parents and children in our family support program. For more information, email volcoor@canopycenter.org or apply online at www.canopycenter.org.

A Free Puppet & Mask Workshop will be held tonight in preparation for the 3rd annual Procession of the Species Parade that is part of the Summer Solstice Festival in Olbrich Park scheduled for June 25 This will be at Lucky Mojo Studio, 2717 Atwood Ave., from 6-9 p.m. Contact Laurie at 241-0259 for more information.

Every weekday at noon the “Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice” hosts a “Solidarity Sing-a-long” at the Wisconsin State Capitol building. Song books will be provided. Call 250-9240 for details.

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

This evening the “Alisha Ashman” branch library hosts a meeting of their “Science Fiction and Fantasy book group.” This month’s discussion is of the book “The Last Unicorn” by “Peter S. Beagle.” This is in 733 North High Point Road at 7:00. Call 824-1780 for details.
 
Currently, volunteers are needed to staff phone bank, do data entry and do other work in recall campaigns outside of Madison.  To volunteer or for details contact John Smallwood at 206-9451 or JohnS@Allianceforabetterwi.org.
 
“Evening Meals on Wheels” needs volunteers to deliver hot, nutritious low-cost meals to older and differently abled people. Locations are flexible and the time commitment is about one hour per shift. For details call 276-7598.
 
Low cost spayings and neuterings for dogs and cats are available through the Dane County Humane Society and Maddie’s Fund. There are various times and prices and they include an FVRCP vaccine. Caretakers of feral or free-roaming cats can be helped as well. Call 838-0413 extension 103 for an appointment or details.

“Community Literacy” is a “Literacy Network English as a Second Language” program designed to tutor adult learners one-on-one in a classroom setting where childcare and additional tutor support are available. No experience or foreign language skills are required! Childcare for both tutors and learners is also available. For details contact Shawn at 244-3911 or volunteer@litnetwork.org. 

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Every weekday at noon the “Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice” hosts a “Solidarity Sing-a-long” at the Wisconsin State Capitol building. Song books will be provided. Call 250-9240 for details.
 
This evening the “Phoenix Forum” hosts a discussion on recent developments in politics and the economy. This is in the “Orient House Restaurant,” 626 South Park Street at 5:00. Call 442-8399 for details.
 
This evening the “Jane Addams Book Club” and “Women’s International League for Peace and Justice” hold a book signing and discussion by “Louise W. Knight.” It is entitled, “What would Jane Do?” Her new biography is entitled, “Jane Addams, Spirit in Action.” This is in “Great Hall” of “Capitol Lakes,” 333 West Main Street at 7:00. Call 358-5100 for details.
 
Tomorrow at noon on WORT’s “A Public Affair” host Tonya Brito speaks with Cameron Macdonald, professor of sociology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and author of “Shadow Mothers: Nannies, au pairs, and the Micropolitics of Mothering.” Call 256-2001 for details.

Monday, June 13, 2011

This evening participants may get free, personal, confidential help applying for foodshare benefits from a specialist from “Second Harvest Foodbank.” This is in the “Goodman South Madison Branch library”, 2222 South Park Street at 1:00. Call 1-877-366-3635 for details or to schedule an appointment.
 
Afternoons weekly teens in grades six through twelve are invited for “Every Monday” workshops. They are may bring ideas and skills to paint murals, henna tattooing, electronic crafting or other activities. This is every Monday at 2:00 in the “Goodman South Madison Branch library”, 2222 South Park Street. Call 266-6345 for details.
 
This evening on WORT’s Access Hour The guest from “The Wes Manko Project” delivers an answer to today's political extremist views in an intelligent and humorous common sense approach. That’s at 7:00. 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 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.

Friday, June 10, 2011

Saturday, Creating for Causes: the Middleton Hills Art Fair takes place in Middleton. Local artists donate 25% of proceeds to area non-profits of their choice. Items featured include jewelry, purses, silk scarves, paintings sculpture, fused glass and found object art. The fair is from 9am-4pm at 6720 Frank Lloyd Wright Avenue. For information call Jan at 347-3195. The rain date for the fair is Sunday, June 12th.

Sunday, The River Food Pantry will be hosting the Summertime Benefit Brunch at the Northside Farmers Market from 9am-1pm. For a small donation, get a generous breakfast with proceeds going to The River Food Pantry. Meet Madison Mallards mascot, Maynard G. Mallard, from 10-11am and enter to win Mallards tickets. Tickets are available in advance at The River Food Pantry. More information at riverfoodpantry.org.

Capital Brewery presents a benefit for ‘Clinic at a Time Inc.’, a non-profit dedicated to improving health care in Ethiopia, with a performance by Natty Nation and Ethiopian food and handmade goods available for purchase. This is on Sunday from 2-5 pm at the Capital Brewery & Beer Garden, 7734 Terrace Avenue in Middleton. Call 608-836-7100 for more information.

Community Literacy is a Literacy Network ESL program designed to tutor adult learners one-on-one in a classroom setting where childcare and additional tutor support are available. No experience or foreign language skills required! Childcare for both tutors and learners is also available. Contact Shawn at 608-244-3911 or volunteer@linetwork.org.

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.

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Green Madison Helps You Save program meets today to help City of Madison residents reduce costs while increasing the comfort and safety of their homes. This will be at the Madison Senior Center, 330 West Mifflin Street from 10 to 11am. Call 266-6581 to register.

Hancock Center for Dance and Movement Therapy is hosting a free Introduction to Empowerment through Movement: A Therapy Group for Women. The program will introduce the class and demonstrate experiential activities of this body-based therapy group for women. No prior movement experience necessary and it’s open to any woman. This will be from 7:00-8:30 pm at the Hancock Center, 16 North Hancock Street, downtown Madison. Please RSVP or for more information call 608- 251-0908.

Walkerville – a ‘city’ of tents around the Capitol square calling attention to the devastating state budget cuts to education, health care and other programs benefiting working families continues until June 20th. Today is Democracy and Corporate Power Day with events all day and a screening of the film “Too big to Fail” about the (quote) “systemic corruption of the United States by the financial services industry and the consequences of that systemic corruption." the 2008 bailouts of the big banks”. This happens tonight at 9pm at the capitol square.

A Free Puppet and Mask Workshop will be held tonight in preparation for the 3rd annual Procession of the Species Parade that is part of the Summer Solstice Festival in Olbrich Park scheduled for June 25th. This will be at Lucky Mojo Studio, 2717 Atwood Avenue, from 6-9 p.m. Contact Laurie at 241-0259 for more information.

Street Pulse, Madison's Homeless cooperative newspaper, seeks to find innovative ways to alleviate and raise awareness of homelessness and poverty, find accessible employment and provide a platform for important, marginalized voices neglected by popular media to be heard. Pick up an Issue of the Street Pulse Newspaper from any of our vendors located on State Street, the Capitol Square, Willy Street Coop and in other locations. For more information or if you are interested in volunteering go to madisonstreetpulse.org.

Help make a positive impact on families! Canopy Center is looking for volunteers to work with parents and children in our family support program. For more information, email volcoor@canopycenter.org or apply online at www.canopycenter.org.

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

This evening “Q-Cinema” of the LGBTQA organization, “Outreach” hosts a free screening of the “Indian” film, “Yours Emotionally.” This will be followed by a discussion and camaraderie session. This is at 6:30 in 600 Williamson Street. Popcorn will be provided.
 
Currently, volunteers are needed to staff phone bank, do data entry and do other work in recall campaigns outside of Madison.  To volunteer or for details contact John Smallwood at 206-9451 or JohnS@Allianceforabetterwi.org.
 
“Evening Meals on Wheels” needs volunteers to deliver hot, nutritious low-cost meals to older and differently abled people. Locations are flexible and the time commitment is about one hour per shift. For details call 276-7598.
 
Low cost spayings and neuterings for dogs and cats are available through the Dane County Humane Society and Maddie’s Fund. There are various times and prices and they include an FVRCP vaccine. Caretakers of feral or free-roaming cats can be helped as well. Call 838-0413 extension 103 for an appointment or details.

“Community Literacy” is a “Literacy Network English as a Second Language” program designed to tutor adult learners one-on-one in a classroom setting where childcare and additional tutor support are available. No experience or foreign language skills are required! Childcare for both tutors and learners is also available. For details contact Shawn at 244-3911 or volunteer@litnetwork.org. 

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

This afternoon teens in grades six through twelve are invited to “Teen Tuesday” at the “Goodman South Madison Branch” library. Attendees can use skills and imagination in a variety of art and technology workshops.  This is at 3:30 in 2222 South Park Street, meeting room 115. Call 266-6345 for details.
 
This evening the group, “Slave Free Madison” hosts a panel of local experts including “Clauding O'Leary”, activist and community educator, who leads workshops for teens to help prevent dating and sexual violence among Milwaukee youth. This is at 6:30 in the “Goodman Community Center”, 149 Waubesa Street. Call 712-7788 for details.
 
Every weekday at noon the “Wisconsin Network for Peace and Justice” hosts a “Solidarity Sing-a-long” at the Wisconsin State Capitol building. Song books will be provided. Call 250-9240 for details.
 
“Planned Parenthood” has a 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 Women and Infant Children” Nutrition program offers a wide variety of services, food and nutrition information to help keep pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children less than five years of age healthy and strong. For details call 267-1111.
 
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.

Monday, June 6, 2011

This morning there is a march to support the “Walkerville” tent city and stop Governor Walker’s budget. This is at 11:30 by the firehouse at 316 West Dayton Street. Call 256-5111 for details.
 
This evening the “Committee for Justice in the Middle East” sponsors a discussion of Zionist myths about the June 1967 Arab-Israeli War. Feared will be footage from the PBS documentary "Six Days in the Middle East." This is at 6:00 in the downtown Public Library, 201 West Mifflin Street. Call 442-8399 for details.
 
This evening on “WORT’s Access Hour” four working persons and one facilitator present an informal review of their lives with job loss in the greater “Madison” area. This is at 7:00. Call 256-2001 for details.
 
This evening “Madison Urban Ministry” hosts an information session for people who would like information on volunteering there. This is at 6:00 in 2300 South Park Street, suite 2022. Call 256-0906 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.