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Just another manic Monday Volunteer chef plans for her Tuesday meal by using the Fritz Food Pantry By Laurel Steffes, Eastside News

Shopping in the Goodman Community Center’s Fritz Food Pantry on a Monday morning, you’ll find an unlikely individual, Terese Allen, celebrated author of 11 books and former Ovens of Brittany chef. She scours the pantry, finding provisions for her menu for Tuesday’s GCC pantry clients. Watching her explore pantry shelves for ideas is mesmerizing. Items that most people would look at and shrug bring a twinkle to Allen’s eye and an endless repertoire of menu ideas. It’s a tricky balance. Never does the pantry offer up all the ingredients the chef needs. That’s when Allen dips into her personal pantry to make it all work. “We’ve got a lot of canned salmon, bread for bread crumbs and onions. What if I make salmon patties for brunch tomorrow? Maybe I could use the dried cranberries to make some scones, and there’s vegetables and pasta — that would work to make a pasta salad. Do you think they’d eat that?” Allen asked on a recent Monday. All you can think when she asks is, “Are you kidding me?” Come Tuesday morning, Allen takes pains to be sure food is hot, delicious and beautifully presented. She instructs the servers and then stands back and watches, checking to make sure diners are happy. The compliments are many, and the gratitude is palpable. It’s a gourmet meal few expected to receive. And because the pantry offered up the bulk of ingredients, Allen goes the extra mile providing handouts of her recipes so shoppers have ideas for cooking meals for their families with their pantry finds. Allen says menu planning is the most important part of a chef’s job. She takes many factors into account when prepar-

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Intentionally catching the eye What’s going on with the long house and beguiling series of portraits on stark white backgrounds, spinning near Winnebago and Sixth streets? The art project illustrates the challenge of the Intentionally Welcoming Community model. Article on page 12.

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Volunteer, author and culinary enthusiast Terese Allen prepares a brunch meal for Tuesday morning food pantry customers at the Goodman Community Center. ing a meal, including customer preference, nutrition, seasonality and her own creative preferences. “It’s a lot like creating a painting,” Allen shared. “You get a picture in your mind — you think about what you want to say or make someone feel. Then cooking is actually creating the painting. Then you serve it, and it’s there for you to enjoy — in this case, eating it.” Allen is a classically trained chef. After getting a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from St. Norbert College in 1977, she came to the University of Wisconsin as a graduate student in public administration. Halfway through that degree she discovered her passion for cooking

and food. To her father’s dismay (though she knows he would be proud of her today), she left the university for The Restaurant School in Philadelphia. For one grueling year, by day she studied all aspects of running a restaurant and by night employed those skills in the school’s restaurant. “I worked my butt off,” Allen said. She experienced everything from washing dishes to management, but her heart was in the kitchen. She wanted to cook. Her first job as chef came at the Ovens of Brittany on Monroe Street. Later she managed the kitchens at Ovens East, started the Ovens’ catering operations,

O’Keeffe Middle School hosted its first Junior Top Chef Experience at the Goodman Community Center. Small teams of students were paired with chefs from Cooper’s Tavern, Pig in a Fur Coat, Weary Traveler Freehouse, Bunky’s Café and Sardine. Find out who won. Article on page 21.

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New federal salary rules offer GCC much less flexibility Starting in December, new regulations set by the Department of Labor change the minimum salary level for where employees of businesses, nonprofit or for-profit, may be considered exempt. The Goodman Community Center is looking at how it can comply without compromising mission-critical services or staff pay. Article on page 5

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Terese Allen gathers some young garlic in Goodman’s Fritz Food Pantry to use in a community meal.

factories and small-town cafes. She is most proud, however, of “The Flavor of Wisconsin: An Informal History of Food and Eating in the Badger State.” There’s even a kids’ version filled with delightful photos and offbeat stories of Wisconsin. From 2000 until recently, Allen poured much of her volunteer energy into REAP Food Group (research, education, action and policy), a Madisonbased nonprofit that connects producers, consumers, businesses and organizations to support a sustainable southern Wisconsin food system. REAP’s educational efforts connect schools to farm-fresh healthy foods and bring local chefs and farmers into classrooms to teach children about cooking, agriculture, nutrition and related topics. Allen served on the REAP board for 16 years. During that time, Allen also cofounded the Culinary History Enthusiasts of Wisconsin, a nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to the celebration of food, ethnic cuisines and culinary customs from all parts of the world. The group gathers monthly at GCC to hear presentations about food traditions from very long ago to food history in the making today. Growing up as one of 11 kids, Allen embraced service as a family value. This has been an anchor throughout her life as she believes helping others is fundamental to human contentment. “Why do I do it? I don’t quite know why. I do know I generally volunteer for things that I truly enjoy. Volunteering has helped my career by giving me valuable work-related experience and connections. It’s helped me socially — some of my closest friends are people I met through volunteering,” Allen said. “My life is immeasurably enriched by the people I spend time with when I volunteer. Mostly, I think I volunteer because people need each other. We are interdependent. Volunteering is just the natural, human thing to do.” In 2013, St. Norbert College presented her with a Distinguished Achievement Award for Public Service. These days, the kitchen still beckons. And Allen has put writing another book on hiatus so she can concentrate on what she enjoys most, cooking for people. That’s what brings her to Goodman’s Fritz Food Pantry on Mondays. Allen shares her knowledge and passion for food at public presentations around the state. You can learn more on her website at tereseallen.com. l

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and led the culinary team at the Ovens in Beaver Dam. She was chef with the Ovens of Brittany group for nine years. While at the east side Ovens, Allen became involved with community service through the former Atwood Community Center. She teamed up with then-Atwood CC intern Becky Steinhoff, and over the course of two years helped develop a groundbreaking east side clear-bag recycling project, which became the model for the city of Madison’s recycling program. Steinhoff also continued her social service on the east side and has been the director of the Goodman Community Center for more than 25 years. She and Allen remain fast friends to this day. Working through the Atwood Community Center and now with GCC, Allen has been involved in projects ranging from producing and writing for Eastside News, serving as editor and manager of the fundraising cookbook “Picnic in the Park,” staging garage sales and food events, and orchestrating past Atwood Community Center’s lauded annual international dinners. For those, Allen picked a cuisine — like Native American or Southeast Asian — developed the all-important menu and led a team of cooks as they served 400 to 500 diners. Writing columns for Eastside News in the late 1980s was Allen’s gateway to becoming an author. In 1992, she published her first book, “The Ovens of Brittany Cookbook,” a collection of recipes and remembrances from the groundbreaking restaurants. Her subsequent books and columns have featured the diversity of Wisconsin food, culture and agriculture — its farmer’s markets, food festivals, cheese

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Today, food is on my mind. We’re in the midst of summer here at Goodman — and a huge part of summer here is making sure we have enough food to meet a BIG increase in demand. We’re planning for heavier use of our food pantry and for more than 250 kids in our summer programs who need nutritious breakfasts, lunches and snacks every day. I’m writing to you today because our food reserves are down and our funds to buy food will simply not get us through the summer. Just this morning, I talked with Lanae, a single mom who has two kids in childcare here at Goodman. For Lanae, and many parents, summer means more mouths to feed. Free breakfasts and lunches come to a grinding halt when school ends. “Even during Christmas vacation when the kids were home for two weeks, it was hard making my budget stretch to feed them three healthy meals a day,” Lanae shared. Could you make a gift of $60 or more today? Your $60 would provide groceries for a family of four, or meals for one child for a week. With your help, Goodman will make sure kids have nutritious food all summer and we’ll stock our pantry to help our whole community be nourished.

Gratefully,

Becky Steinhoff, Executive Director Donate online at goodmancenter.org P.S. Your gifts of food are always welcome, too! See below for a list of items most needed.

Want to help hungry people? The GCC Fritz Food Pantry is always in need of food to help ensure that everyone has nutritious food.

Drop off food donations any time during our open hours. If you have a large quantity to deliver, our receptionist can often arrange for someone to help you. Contact Jon Lica, Food Pantry Coordinator at 241-1574 or jon@goodmancenter.org.

GCC Fritz Food Pantry needs: » Canned beans, canned meat/tuna » Fruit juice, applesauce, jelly » Soup, pasta sauce » Canned/boxed meals » Fresh fruit and vegetables » Granola bars, protein bars » Almond, soy and rice milks » Oatmeal, pancake mix,rice » Oral hygiene supplies » Household cleaning supplies, » Personal hygiene supplies » Diapers, all sizes Gluten-free, low fat and low salt products are always appreciated.

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Little ones learn to act with CTM By David Kelley, GCC elementary afterschool art specialty teacher

Goodman’s early childhood graduating class of 2016.

GCC celebrates early childhood graduates By Angela Tortorice, GCC assistant director of childcare programs

At the end of May, Goodman’s early childhood programming celebrated the end of a wonderful school year and recognized our children with a graduation event. This year, 16 preschool children were awarded certificates for their participation in our early childhood programming, and 33 children received diplomas recognizing their graduation from 4-year-old kindergarten. There was excitement in the air as families brought siblings, relatives and friends to share in this special celebration. In a room that was filled to capacity, our preschoolers took center stage to perform “Zip-a-Dee-Do-Dah” and “I Know I Can (Be What I Wanna Be)” by Nas.

Goodman kicked off its May Family Fun Night with a unique youth performance. Our kindergartners and first-graders performed an adaptation of “The Stinky Cheese Man.” This performance was a culmination of seven weeks of acting classes, a collaboration between Goodman and The Children’s Theater of Madison. Kindergarten and first-grade participants Sarah Dolens-Moon from perform the popular play, “The Stinky Cheese CTM came to the orange room Man,” at Goodman. on Mondays to teach acting with “The Stinky Cheese Man” tells the the children. With the help of staff, the class learned many aspects of acting, such story of an older couple who fabricate a man of stinky cheese, bacon and olives. as projection, pantomime, stage terms, working collaboratively, costumes and set The play follows the adventures of the stinky cheese man running through the and prop design. The project was conceived after taking countryside, where he meets and is eaten by a sly fox crossing a river. our participants to two Overture Center Bravo to our kindergarten and firstfield trips. In class, Sarah guided and engrade acting class! l couraged our students through many fun imagination-filled exercises.

Staff then played a short video which asked children what they wanted to be when they grew up. Popular responses included a teacher, a veterinarian, a mom and multiple hopes to become a ninja turtle. Preparing children to be school ready is no small task. We feel very lucky to have such a dedicated staff team at Goodman who truly understand the im- By Bemnet, GCC Girls Inc. participant pact high-quality early childhood educaIn May, our Girls Inc. programmatic tion can have in the life of a child and a theme was identity. Identity is “the fact family. of being who or what a person or thing We would like to extend a special is.” We had lots of discussions about thank you to the early childhood team identity and who we are as individuals. for all their efforts this school year. l We talked about differences we notice, how we envision ourselves in the future and what our goals are. All of our responses had passion and determination behind them. You could tell everyone By Kathleen Ward, GCC assistant director of communications had fun. The Ironworks Café will be reopening delicious and attractive food from fresh One day, while the Girls Inc. group this summer! Through Aug. 12, the café ingredients. Our partnership with local will be offering a variety of locallyfarms and gardens will ensure that many was driving back to Goodman, I had the urge to compliment someone walking sourced tacos, hot dogs, nachos, plus of the ingredients our teens grow will grab-and-go salads and sandwiches. Our make their way in your meals at the café by. “You look nice today,” I yelled out. I remember seeing her smile turn into a two-taco menu items are just $6 or less this summer. laugh. I loved knowing that I could have and include toppings such as Korean In addition to lunch meals, the café made someone’s day better somehow. steak, jerk chicken and sweet potato and will sell iced and hot drinks, flavored As we passed more people, I couldn’t kale. sodas and lemonade, root beer floats resist. I had to say something. “You The Ironworks Café was founded in and lots of ice cream treats. Patrons can are beautiful! You’re amazing! You’re 2008 and its creation coincided with the lounge under our lovely pergola with important! You’re smart!” One by one, opening of our new Goodman Commueasy access to our splash pad and bike their faces lit up. They were glowing! nity Center. The café’s focus was, and path. Once we got back to Goodman, the will continue to be, teen education and For more information about the café or to other student and I raced to find peoemployment. Teens will work alongside view the menu, visit goodmancenter.org l ple to compliment. When another staff a professional chef to learn how to make member, Alice Bradley, asked us to organize a community service project, I had so many ideas.

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Girls Inc. participants model the bracelets. After brainstorming, we decided to design bracelets with the words, “We are who we are: Girls Inc.” with the Goodman and Lussier LOFT logos imprinted on them. We then attached handwritten messages of empowerment to all 200 bracelets. The next day, we passed out the bracelets to students and staff at our schools and at Goodman. People loved the bracelets, and one person even started crying when I gave it to her, saying she was glad that she was appreciated. What I learned from this project was how powerful a few words can be. Girls Inc. is a national program that aims to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold by providing life-changing experiences and solutions to the unique challenges girls face. The Goodman Community Center is proud to be the affiliate for greater Madison. l

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Goodman embracing changes and facing many unknowns By Kristin Groth, GCC director of communications and community giving

A Night Out For Goodman attendees were offered more than 65 brews, beverages and chocolate treats during the tasting.

Oh, what a night!

Goodman celebrated its life-changing programs and services with a beer and chocolate tasting By Alesia Mayfield, Eastside News

On June 3, the Goodman Community Center hosted A Night Out for Goodman, its annual beer and chocolate tasting event. More than 25 craft microbreweries, beverages vendors and chocolatiers were represented. The celebration of beer and chocolate is Goodman’s biggest fundraiser, and for the third straight year, it was a success. Hundreds of attendees enjoyed a wide selection of locally produced craft beers and artisan desserts. Next Door Brewing Company has been involved with the beer and chocolate fundraiser from the beginning. Brewmaster Bryan Kreiler said the company likes to support and give back to local organizations. He also appreciates the work that Goodman does. Proceeds from the tasting support Goodman’s various programs. One of them is Seed to Table. This urban agriculture program provides teens with an education and gives them the skills to make and market what they grow and produce. The teens have been involved with the event for the past two years, and this year, the teens made almond toffee and chocolate lollipops. Amy Mach, Goodman’s food procurement and processing manager, works closely with the teens and loves seeing their enthusiasm for this event. For Mach, the event is special because the kids receive a lot of attention from the attendees. “They really get to show off their culinary skills,” Mach shared. “At other events, they are more in the background, but here, they’re front and center.” Andrew Gierczak, a co-owner of MobCraft Beer, likes the beer/chocolate combo because there is a “select sublist of foods that pairs well with beer, and chocolate is one of them.” Various stouts, ales and India pale ales were represented. Both 3 Sheep Brewing Co. and Lakefront Brewery offered brews that combined coffee and beer.

Beer wasn’t the only alcoholic beverage present. In addition to Rökker Vodka, Fisher King Winery — a small winery in Mount Horeb — had its Troll Town Red on hand. Kelly Gagnon, who serves wine at tastings, said that Fisher King Winery’s involvement not only gives the new business needed promotion, but also gets to support area community events. For those who weren’t imbibing that night, a variety of nonalcoholic options were available. Crescendo Cold Brew Coffee, a first-year participant, provided its popular cold-brewed coffee. Wisco Pop brought bottles of its cherry, ginger and strawberry craft soda, Sassy Cow offered 2 percent milk and chocolate milk, while Nessalla Kombucha Tea presented raspberry and mangoturmeric kombucha. In addition to the exposure, many of the vendors see A Night Out For Goodman as a way to connect with other vendors. Bassett Street Brunch Club was new to the event this year and carries many of the event’s brews on tap in its restaurant. Assistant Manager Jonathan Boarini said it was good to finally meet the people behind the beers. Looking Glass Bakery, which launched May 2015, attended for the second time. Co-owners Stephanie Kaat and Keegan Waggett like giving back to the community and being able to drink beer and eat chocolate. Entertainment was provided by The Big Payback, a Midwestern Funk/Rock/ R&B band. Lead singer Leah Tirado is impressed with the work Goodman is doing. “For a community like Madison, the center is needed and beneficial,” Tirado said. To read about A Night Out For Goodman, visit goodmancenter.org/events/beerchocolate-tasting. l

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Because of new federal Department of Labor regulations, as of this December, it will not be business-as-usual at the Goodman Community Center or any other business — nonprofit or for-profit. A big part of what’s changing is the minimum salary level where employees may be considered exempt. Since the last change made in 2004, employees who earned $23,660 or more annually and met certain tests regarding job duties could qualify as exempt employees, which meant they could work more than 40 hours a week without requiring overtime pay. The new rule includes a big jump in the minimum salary — to $47,476 — so many of our employees may soon qualify as nonexempt. As a mission-driven organization, Goodman already runs lean — staffingwise and budget-wise — so we are looking at how we can comply with the new rules without compromising the impact on our most mission-critical services or the take-home pay our staff depend upon. We wish we could afford to move

all the newly nonexempt staff up to the new salary threshold, but honestly, if we could afford that, we would have already done it. We have never expected staff to routinely work extra hours, but our work often has peak times when it’s difficult to avoid our staff putting in some extra hours — like during our Thanksgiving Basket drive, for special events or when helping a family whose child is struggling. The new regulations will offer much less flexibility in managing that. This will have some increased personnel costs, but like any effective business, we will explore new ways to reduce our expenses — and increase our revenues. The bottom line is that our staff are incredible and we will always support their efforts to respond to people in crisis; we will protect staff time devoted to programs and projects that are in sync with our core mission: strengthening lives and securing futures. l

Girls Inc. girls shadow congresswomen in D.C. By Ann Brickson, Girls Inc. outreach program coordinator

In April, Girls Inc. of Greater Madison sent two girls and two staff to Washington, D.C. for Congressional Take Our Daughters to Work Day. Mary an eighthgrade student from Kennedy Heights Community Center and Valencia, an eighth-grade student from the Goodman Staff and girls toured Washington, D.C. before visiting Community Center, with congresswomen. Participants (l-r) Mary and Valenwere the two girls secia, and staff Jaimie Schlicher and Becky Bauer. lected for the trip. Girls were chosen based on essays they with Wisconsin Rep. Gwen Moore. At wrote about their knowledge of and the end of the day, the girls came tointerest in government. Each girl was gether to share their experiences and paired with a congresswoman and her impressions of serving in Congress. staff, who spent the morning showing The girls and their chaperones had a the girls a glimpse of what life is like as terrific time. They walked a lot, learned a public servant. about Congress, gained some new travel Mary shadowed Florida Rep. Ileana skills, and came back inspired to learn Ros-Lehtinen and Valencia was matched more about government and the law. l

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By Kathleen Ward, GCC assistant director of communications

Teens make money count after receiving financial literacy lessons By Justin Kern, Make a Difference — Wisconsin

Erick, 17, had grown accustomed to paying for his paychecks. The Madisonarea teen works two part-time jobs, and thought check-cashing stores were his only option. Now, empowered by a new series of financial literacy courses, Erick has a bank account, direct deposit and more of his own money, according to Keith Pollock, TEENworks manager at the Goodman Community Center. Erick was one of more than two dozen students in a series of courses presented for the first time in the Madison area by volunteers with the nonprofit Make A Difference — Wisconsin. “When Erick set up his (bank) account, he asked how much they would charge him to cash his paycheck. When he was told it was free, he was in disbelief,” Pollock shared in a recent email. Erick and his peers participated in “Money Sense,” a six-part curriculum led by volunteers from The Burish Group during February and March at Goodman. The financial education courses focus on fundamental aspects of budgeting, sav-

Girls Inc. yearbook highlights achievements

ing, banking and credit for teenagers. Volunteers come from all professional backgrounds and various employers, and bring real-world stories and expertise to the lessons. It was the first time financial literacy lessons from Make A Difference — Wisconsin were facilitated in Madison. Twenty new TEENworks students will participate in “Money Sense” in July, with the potential for more to follow. Teens show the greatest potential for establishing solid financial behaviors that will last a lifetime. However, they aren’t mandated to receive financial education in school and many families find the topic uncomfortable. Now in its 10th year, with more than 50,000 teenagers empowered, Make A Difference — Wisconsin is expanding its no-cost, expert-led classes and mentoring sessions to Madison, Sun Prairie and southwestern Wisconsin. For more information about programs, volunteering or to schedule no-cost financial literacy programs at your school or community-based organization, contact kathy@makeadifferencewisconsin.org. l

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The Girls Inc. program at Goodman celebrated an incredible year full of community service projects, educational field trips and advocacy campaigns with a beautiful 16-page yearbook to showcase their accomplishments. Girls Inc. coordinator Pahoua Vang encouraged her girls to highlight their favorite projects from the school year, including glass blowing at the University of Wisconsin, a mentorship opportunity at Gail Ambrosius, a self-defense workshop and a community food drive. Pahoua shared, “I wanted the girls to have the opportunity to creatively reflect on their year in Girls Inc. When I presented the idea to the girls, they were immediately interested and from there we created a plan to create this yearbook. We distributed responsibili-

Girls Inc. participant Teresa designed the yearbook’s cover. ties amongst the girls, and from all their hard work came this beautiful yearbook full of their strong, smart and bold adventures.” For more information about the Girls Inc. program in greater Madison, visit goodmancenter.org/girlsinc. l

GCC to serve free community Sunday brunch By Amy Mach, GCC food procurement and processing manager

The Goodman Community Center has received a SEED grant from the city of Madison to provide four community meals through October. All meals will be prepared and served by a local chef and teens in our youth employment program, TEENworks. These community meals are scheduled on Sundays from 10 a.m. to noon on the following dates: July 17, Aug. 14, Sept. 18 and Oct. 9. Each meal will focus on seasonal and

locally sourced ingredients. In addition to the meals, we will offer health and wellness activities as well as the opportunity to shop at our Fritz Food Pantry. All meals and activities are free to the public and will be offered to the first 250-300 guests. For more information about the specifics of each brunch, visit Goodman’s Facebook page at facebook.com/GoodmanCommunityCenterWI the week before the meal. l

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A BIG thanks to these community-minded businesses and organizations These organizations have donated time and/or resources to help keep our programs strong.

Thanks to these organizations who supported us in April and May

The SOUL Men: (l-r) Mike Lafayette, Thylas Henderson, Ruben Arndt, Juan Munoz, Jalen McCullough, James Horton, Mandell Mathis and Isaiah Agnew. Not pictured: Josh Graham.

SOUL Men got soul and gave it back to GCC By Zach Watson, Fit Youth Initiative manager and music educator

Memorial High School recently held its Battle of the Bands contest where the winning band would have an opportunity to donate the award money to a specific charity or nonprofit program. This year’s winners were the East High School group, SOUL Men, an acronym for Sounds Of United Lyrics. The band features Thylas Henderson on bass, Mike Lafayette on guitar, Mandell Mathis on soprano/tenor saxophone, Isaiah Agnew on trumpet, Juan Munoz on percussion and Ruben Arndt on keyboards. James Horton is the band’s rapper, Josh Graham is their singer and Jalen McCullough is the band leader and fellow rapper. They chose to donate their winnings to the Live Soundz music education program at the Goodman Community Center, where several members of the SOUL Men developed their musical craft. When asked why they decided to give to the Live Soundz, program, Agnew shared, “As a musician, I really appreciate the opportunity of music that Goodman’s Live Soundz program gives to

anyone who shows an interest. One of my favorite experiences as a jazz player was playing and learning from Hanah Jon Taylor, a professional musician that shared his wisdom with me and the other Live Soundz members. As much as we are a group of teenagers that play together because we love music, we are a family that plays music, because we know how powerful music can be.” Pianist Arndt agreed, “The strength of a community center is the process of selfless giving without expecting anything in return. [Goodman] gave us space and time to develop our music. We all felt strongly about thanking them in some way for blessing us with such an opportunity.” What’s next for SOUL Men? The group values integrity and ambition, and their next project will have a positive impact on the community around them. SOUL Men will be releasing their first album onto iTunes very soon, titled “Demographic.” l

Generous woman solicits donations to GCC’s food pantry on her 95th birthday By Kathleen Ward, GCC assistant director of communications

Gertrude Hall celebrated her 95th birthday at the Goodman Community Center surrounded by family and friends (and some delicious birthday treats). In lieu of gifts, Gert asked that attendees please bring a non-perishable food pantry donation. Gert explained her reasons for donating to Goodman: “I’ve lived on the east side all my married life — for 65 years — and I know Goodman well. At 95, what do I need? So, I decided to help get some supplies for the pantry.” Thank you, Gert, for helping feed families! l

A Fund for Women Altrusa International Amazon Smile Foundation American Family Insurance American Girl Fund for Children Badger Volunteers Bulgrin Child Care Tuition Assistance Program Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream City of Madison Classical Restaurants Community Action Coalition for South Central Wisconsin Congregation of Shaarei Shamayim Culver’s Custard Sense Department of Health and Social Services Domestic Abuse Intervention Services East Wind Acupuncture & Pain Clinic Frances L Nelson Foundation Fruta Artesana Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier Garden Search & Rescue GCC Volunteers GE United Way Campaign Girls Inc. GSAFE Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Foundation James Reeb Unitarian Universalist Congregation Ken’s Meat Market Kojo Productions Madison Area Music Association Madison College Madison-Kipp Corporation Madison Metropolitan School District Magazine Literacy

Mary Ellen and Goff Beach Family Foundation Memorial High School Meriter Health Service and Meriter Hospital Midcul Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club Mojo Foods Monona Grove Business Men’s Association National Philanthropic Trust National Rural Electric Cooperative Association New Glarus Enterprises North/Eastside Senior Coalition Olbrich Botanical Gardens Organic Valley Pierce’s Supermarket Russ Darrow Group Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin Silicon Valley Community Foundation SPK Group St. Bernard Catholic Church Summit Credit Union SuperCharge! Foods Sysco The Eppstein Uhen Foundation TRUiST United Way of Dane County University of Wisconsin Athletics (Badgers Give Back) US Dairy Forage Research Center UW Hospitals and Clinics Authority Board UW-Madison Arts and Textiles Student Organization UW-Madison Glass Department WI-CCP Tuition Reimbursement Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Families thrilled and grateful to see ‘The Lion King’ By Kristin Groth, GCC director of communications and community giving

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Somewhere in Madison there is an incredibly generous donor (or donors) who gave hundreds of families in Madison a life-changing gift — the chance to see “The Lion King” at the Overture Center. Several nonprofits were offered deeply discounted tickets. Goodman received an amazing 128 tickets so many of our families could be treated to a night at the theater plus a pizza party and gift bags with Lion King T-shirts and other memorabilia. Even with deeply discounted tickets, we knew these tickets would be a stretch for many of our families, so friends of Goodman sent in gifts to help — many who had seen “The Lion King” with their families and wanted to help others have that rich experience, too. Wasn’t that kind of them? I talked with several families who went, and without exception they used superlatives —“awesome” and “incredible”— as they struggled to convey how much they loved it. Tanya Walker, who went with her children, Kamea, 4, and Givon, 13, said, “It was the BEST thing ever. I didn’t know what to expect. And then when we

got there and all the animals came out it was so awesome. I got goose-bumps and teared up simply from the beauty of it all. My kids loved it, too. Last night, more than a month after she saw it, Kamea crawled up on my lap and told me, ‘Mom. I need to go see “The Lion King” again. You gotta get me a ticket.’” She loved it that much.

A sampling of comments from parents: “My kids loved it and they can’t stop singing the songs — especially Abdou and Rama. They keep arguing about who said the right words. It was a wonderful time for my family. Big thanks to the donors and Goodman.” — Binta Bah and her children, Rama, Mariama and Abdou “The Lion King was so amazing. Dinner was really good and kid-oriented — what kid doesn’t love pizza and grapes? The gift bags were a really nice added touch, especially for us who wouldn’t have been able to afford the memorabilia. Aliyah is still walking around singing the songs in her loudest voice. Armani loved it as well. We are so thankful for the donors for this experience and opportunity.” — Lanae Pete and her children, Aliyah and Armani l

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Second Tuesdays 12:45-1:30 p.m.

Mindfulness is about getting in touch with your inner nature and thoughts. It involves paying attention from moment to moment. While mindfulness is a very simple concept, its power lies in its practice! The free class is led by Bill Benedict, MSW, and will include discussion, instruction, group meditation and home assignments based upon the work of Jon Kabat Zinn. Persons who complete the classes can expect greater inner awareness, health, self-esteem and happiness. Meditation will begin at 10 a.m., followed by a discussion at 10:30 a.m. and a drop-in orientation for new members at 11 a.m.

GCC is delighted to welcome Andy Olson, RN, for our new monthly program “Ask nurse Andy.” Andy brings more than 40 years of expertise in various areas of nursing from University of Wisconsin hospitals and clinics. His interest in nursing started while attending the U.W. as an electrical engineering student and taking a job as an orderly. He quickly discovered he enjoyed helping people who were not well, and made a dramatic change in his career direction! Please come and welcome Andy. At each session, we will have a topic for discussion based upon your interests, followed by time for questions and answers.

Practice mindfulness

Older Adult Programs at the Center For more information about any older adult programming at the Center, contact Gayle, Older Adult Program Manager at 608-204-8032 or gayle@goodmancenter.org. Gayle Laszewski

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Our activities for older adults are designed to help folks stay connected to our community and maintain a strong social network. Seniors come for card games, bingo and gentle exercise classes. Many also gather for our home-style meals, which For more information, please contact Gayle. provide good nutrition and a great place to make friends — new and old. Everyone 60+ is welcome Mondays to join in. Meet us in Bolz Room A for some fun!

Healthy Aging Wellness support group

Join our healthy aging support group and discuss ways to enhance your motivation to be healthy, offer day before the meal day, and we First time joining us? support, and help break down your will cancel your ride. If you need to Please come a bit early and fill out wellness goals so they are achievcancel your ride after 2 p.m. or on two short registration forms. One able. Participants will experience weekends, call Transit Solutions at form is to help us help you in case different activities in all areas of 608-294-8747. of an emergency, and the other health, including physical, mental, form helps us with reporting to our social, emotional, financial, vocaMondays and Wednesdays funders. tional and spiritual. Each session Nickel bingo after lunch takes place from 12:45-2 p.m. and Affordable transportation Come for lunch and stay for the fun, will include group discussions, a or just come to play. Where else can Monday through Friday you can wellness topic, goal setting and you have so much fun for a nickel? catch a ride to the Center for only check-ins regarding your goals. 50 cents each way. If you live in the Lunch — hours and details Advance registration is required. service area of the North/Eastside Doors open at 10 a.m. Please sign up with Gayle. Senior Coalition, or if you live north Salad served at 11:45 a.m. of Buckeye Road and this side of Lunch served following salad First Tuesdays 12:45-1:30 p.m. the Interstate, you can catch a ride Bingo — hours and details Senior planning meeting with Transit Solutions for lunch at Mondays: 12:30-2 p.m. Do you have any ideas for future the Goodman Community Center Wednesdays: 12:45-2:30 p.m. older adult programs or suggestions Senior Program. Simply call to enhance our existing programs? the GCC front desk at 608-241-1574 Mondays Would you like to see something by noon the business day before the different offered to older adult parFree blood pressure and day you wish to come for lunch. ticipants at Goodman? Come and Ask to be put on the ride list for the blood sugar testing share your ideas and thoughts at our following meal day and await your Do you know what your blood presolder adult program planning meetride! sure and glucose levels are? We are ing while having lunch! offering free blood pressure checks Need to cancel a ride? For a meeting schedule or to share 11:30 a.m. to noon Mondays in the Call the Center by noon the business ideas, please contact Gayle. Bolz A room. High blood pressure makes your FRIENDS NEEDED heart work too hard and increases The older adult program is your risk of heart disease and closed Monday, July 4 and ssist with a craft project, stroke. You can have high blood serve a meal or just engage in Aug. 15-19. conversation with the young at pressure and not know it. That is why it is called the silent killer. It is heart whose health is frail. Or also why it is so important to have be an escort on van trips into the community. your blood pressure and glucose levels checked. l Weekdays from 8 a.m to

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Philosophy discussions and DVD college lectures

Professor Joseph Lynch of Madison College continues his eighth season of leading biweekly sessions — currently on political philosophy. We often independently discuss short fiction. Check topics and details at uproar21. us or call John at 608-515-9470. Tuesdays and Fridays

Euchre

Older adults play euchre every Tuesday and Friday from 12:30-2:30 p.m. No need to register. Please pay $1 at the door to feed the kitty! Prizes go to the top three scorers. Various Saturdays

Euchre

Euchre games are offered one or two Saturdays each month from 12:30-3 p.m. in Bolz Room A. Dessert is served from 12:30-1 p.m., and card playing goes from 1-3 p.m. No need to preregister; just pay $1 at the door to feed the kitty! These fees become the prize money. Upcoming euchre dates: July 9 | Aug. 13

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OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS at the Goodman Community Center Continued fall become less active. Answers to your The sessions will be offered on 500 Club and informal euchre everyday concerns Tuesday and Thursdays from 10-11 Come join a fun and very informal Do you need help getting your game of 500 Club with your friends health benefits set up? Do you have a.m. The first session runs Sept. 13-Oct. 20 and the second session or learn to play euchre in a noncom- questions about housing? Kate runs Oct. 25-Dec. 8. No classes will petitive manner. 500 is a card game Shenker, MSW, from the North/ be held Nov. 22 or Nov. 24. that is a cross between euchre and Eastside Senior Coalition is at the Advanced registration is required Center Thursdays 11 a.m. to noon to bridge. Drop in anytime. by mid-August. If you are confind answers and resources for you. cerned about falls, are 65 and older, Thursdays and live independently, please call Tai Chi Movie double feature Gayle for information and to enroll. The Goodman Community Center Join us for movies, documentaries, DVD lectures and/or music before, is offering free Tai Chi Fundamen- Thursday, Aug. 25 Senior pontoon trip during and after our senior lunch on tals classes twice a week this fall. Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese Thursdays. Join the older adult program for tradition of slow, graceful standing a pontoon trip on either Lake To see what’s happening or discuss or seated exercise. Tai Chi FundaMendota or Monona. We’ll enjoy a topic, visit uproar21.us or call John mentals was created for adults age an hour ride at 1 p.m. and return to at 608-515-9470. 65+ to improve strength, balance the shore for a dessert at 2:30 p.m. and mental focus. Each class is Wednesdays and Fridays Wear or bring comfortable shoes, 90 minutes long and includes a Gentle Exercise and Tai Chi break for tea and conversation. The sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen and a jacket. Cost is $10 per person. This gentle mind/body exercise and classes will help participants plan Transportation is offered from the relaxation program is designed how to fit practice into their day and Goodman Community Center, with especially for people with arthritis, provide a free book and DVD. a bus leaving Goodman at 12:30 joint pain or any kind of stiffness. Before and after each 6-week p.m. and returning at 4 p.m. An These range-of-motion exercises are session, participants’ strength and optional lunch is offered during our recommended by doctors and therabalance will be measured. More older adult program at 11:45 a.m. pists to keep joints flexible and can be than one-third of people age 65+ practiced both sitting and standing. To register, please call Gayle. l fall each year, and 35 percent who Hours and details Gentle Exercise class meets on PHOTO: JOHN ORLOFSKE Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. The Friday Tai Chi Fundamental Form class meets from 1-2 p.m. No registration needed. There is a $1 suggested donation. Led by Sarah Watts, certified Range of Motion instructor. Tuesdays 12:45-2 p.m.

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July menu The GCC Senior Meal Program is part of the network of Dane County senior nutrition sites. Lunches are served five days a week, by donation.

Need a ride?

Participating seniors can use the county transportation system for older adults. Bus reservations are required by noon the prior business day. Call the Center at 608-2048032 for details or see page 10.

Daily menus Every meal includes a tossed salad, fruit, vegetable, bread, milk and dessert. Birthday cake is served on Wednesdays. Vegetarian options are available each day. Menu subject to change. 11:30 a.m. Suggested arrival time 11:40 a.m. Tossed salad followed by the main entrée Friday, July 1 Bean & Cheese Burrito | Corn Monday, July 4 -CLOSED Tuesday, July 5 Pork Chops | Green Beans Wednesday, July 6 Spaghetti & Meat Sauce | Garlic Bread Thursday, July 7 Red Beans & Rice | Broccoli Medley Friday, July 8 BLT Sandwiches | Couscous Monday, July 11 Vegetable Lasagna | Garlic Bread

For more information, contact Sarah Watts at 608-244-9424.

Tuesday, July 12 Chicken Alfredo | Broccoli

Thursdays 12:30-3 p.m. and Sundays 1-4 p.m.

Wednesday, July 13 Bratwurst | Baked Beans

Ping-Pong

Come play Ping-Pong. New players always welcome. Friday mornings

Live jazz and blues

Often on Friday mornings, Paris Blues, with Jim Willett, Larry Livingston and Al Hough, play jazz from about 10-11 a.m. It’s not a formal performance — you can still read the paper or talk with your friends while they play. Second Fridays 12:45-2 p.m.

Fun Fridays

Please join us for board games, puzzles and music.

Thursday, July 14 Baked Tilapia | Broccoli

The Goodman Ping-Pong team: Back: (l-r) Sherry Ackerman and Diana Friday, July 15 Strzok. Front: (l-r) Mary Waitrovich, Rick Dunn and Jane Greischar. Quiche Lorraine Not pictured: Kathy Moriarity and Lee Maddox. Monday, July 18 Turkey Sandwiches | Tomato Soup

Gold for Goodman seniors By Rick Dunn, Eastside News

Goodman’s senior Ping-Pong program was well represented at the Senior Games, held at the Madison Table Tennis Club on June 8. Eleven players participated in the table tennis event and came home with four gold medals, a silver and three bronze medals. Mary Waitrovich took home two golds, and Rick Dunn and

Jane Greischer were awarded one gold each. Sherry Ackerman was awarded a silver medal, while Diana Strzok, Kathy Moriarity and Lee Maddox took home a bronze. Mary Waitrovich was the overall women’s champion. Players would like to thank the Goodman Community Center for their support of senior Ping-Pong. l

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Tuesday, July 26 Beef Tips & Noodles | Broccoli

Theater Bus for adults 55 and over

Wednesday, July 27 Chicken Tacos | Corn

Call 608-257-0003 or email theaterbus@tds.net.

Sunday, July 24

Wednesday, Aug. 3

Wednesday, Aug. 17

Thursday, July 28 Chicken Pasta Salad | Carrots

Based on the film “Some Like It Hot,” Sugar depicts the zany lives of two prohibition era musicians who witness a gang slaying. Performance is at the Pec Playhouse in Pecatonica, Ill. Lunch is included. Cost is $66.

“Titanic” premiered on Broadway in 1997, winning the Tony Award for Best Musical. Watch this performance at Timberlake Playhouse in Mt. Carroll, Ill. Lunch is included. Cost is $78.

Join us for a narrated history and trivia sightseeing cruise of the Milwaukee River harbor and Lake Michigan aboard the 80-foot Vista King, Milwaukee’s largest tour vessel. Lunch is included. Cost is $70. l

Friday, July 29 Spaghetti & Meatballs | Mixed Veggies

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W!SH L!ST Please donate one of these new or gently used items to help enrich our programs and stretch our dollars. Please label your donations with the program staff person’s name listed. Thank you. Afterschool, Tanya Walker

Swimsuit and towels, new Sand toys, new Dry-erase markers, new Socks (toddler and kid sizes) Kleenex Large square pillows for sitting

Boys Group, Howard Hayes

Laptop, new or gently used Mural supplies (paint, primer, brushes, air brushes, plywood) Gift cards for academic achievement Tickets to sporting events

FYI-Fit Youth Initiative, Zach Watson Sports equipment (all types of balls) Soccer shoes, indoor and outdoor Cooking utensils, new or gently used Cooking knives or cutting boards

Gym, Tyrone Cratic Tumbling mats Oversized yoga balls Dodge balls and Gator Skin Softi balls Basketballs, new or used

Live Soundz Program, Zach Watson Instruments (keyboard, percussion, guitar, saxophone, flute, trumpet or trombone), well-functioning

Lussier LOFT, Becky Bauer

Small sofa or couch, leather or faux leather only; no fabric Floor lamp House plants, indoor plants that can survive with partial sun exposure Camping supplies, tents, sleeping bags, kitchen tools Bean bag chairs

Girls Inc., Pahoua Vang Graphing calculators, TI-84 Plus preferred Headphones, new or gently used Gift cards (to Walmart, Walgreens, Target) as incentives Art supplies such as paint brushes, paint, markers Cloth canvases, all sizes

Older Adult Programs, Gayle Laszewski Duncan Hines cake mixes and frostings (four each per flavor of cakes and frostings) Music CDs, especially 1920s - 1960s Nintendo Wii console; 2 Wii remotes and nunchucks Herbal teas

Preschool, Tanya Walker

Tonka trucks, large or small Swimsuits (sizes 3T-6T), new Towels Puzzles Rubber animals/people Books on CD or tape Pants or tops, preschool size 4T-5T

TEENworks, Keith Pollock

activities for everyone Find details for these activities online at goodmancenter.org

CLUE, Skateboard Club NESYB Youth Basketball, see nesyb.net

NA Traditions Ping-Pong SASY Neighborhood Association Soka Gakkai International-USA (SGI), Sunday Gathering TangoBasico Lessons, Argentinian Tango Women of Worthington, contact latoya@goodmancenter.org Yoga, Fridays and Sunday morning/ afternoon Zumba

High School

Older Adults

Preschool Early Childhood Education programs

Elementary School Elementary Summer Camp NESYB Youth Basketball, see nesyb.org

Middle School

NESYB Youth Basketball, see nesyb.org Teen Alliance, NAMI Dane County, see namidanecounty.org

Adults Aerial Silks, see mazomac.com Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Women Balanced Flow Yoga Buddhist Philosophy Community Drum Circles Early morning drop-in open gym, Wednesday and Friday. Indoor Soccer La Leche League

GCC also offers many drop-in fitness activities: We have many drop-in fit-

ness options, including yoga, Zumba, soccer, basketball, volleyball and open gym. Check our activities calendar for the most up-to-date information.

Headphones or earbuds, like new Digital kitchen thermometer or timer $10 gift cards to Walgreens Passes to Rockin’ Jump Youth bus two-ride passes

To register for a class

If you prefer to leave money instead of items, please make checks payable to the Goodman Community Center and include the wish list program in a note.

Email: kathleen@goodmancenter.org

THANK YOU!

Bingo After Lunch, Monday and Wednesday Bridge, Thursday Euchre, Tuesday Movies, Thursday Euchre Tournament, Friday and some Saturdays Gentle Exercise, Wednesday Lunch, a Dane County Nutrition Site, Monday through Friday Philosophy of the Wise, Alternate Thursdays Ping-Pong, Thursday and Sunday Tai Chi, Friday

If registration is required, the contact person or organization listed online will handle fees and registration.

To report changes or errors

Public access to the online activities calendar If you are at the Center and need detailed information about a specific class, please ask our front desk staff. They will happily look something up for you on our online activities calendar.

Hours and closings Goodman Community Center The Center will close on Monday, July 4, as well as

Aug. 15-19 and Monday, Sept. 5.

Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Fritz Food Pantry Hours

Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Brunch-style meal Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., Dinner-style meal Thursdays, 12:30-3 p.m., Brunch-style meal

Building Hours and Lussier Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fitness Center Hours Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Splash Pad

Open now through Sept. 5, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Check our website for inclement weather or unscheduled closures.

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The next time you’re watching honeybees working busily in your flower or vegetable garden, consider that they may be Mad Urban Bees provided by Nathan Clarke. Clarke is the owner of Mad Urban Bees, which is one of the first commercial urban apiaries in the country. He started with his own two hives nine years ago and now manages more than 80 hives in the Madison area. Hives are hosted by city residents in their backyards and on rooftops, so all the honey is locally sourced from parks, flowers, trees and residential gardens. In commenting about an urban setting, Clarke states on his web site, “Bees thrive in the city. They actually can do better in the city than in the country. Cities have so many flowering trees, gardens and ornamental flowers. They have such a wonderful variety of nectar and pollen to choose from. “The Madison area also has a longer growing season than the surrounding farmland. Bees eat pollen and nectar from basswood, apple and crabapple trees, dandelions, creeping charlie, bergamot, sedum, asters, mint, oregano, roses and so many others. And this variety of sources really improves the health of the bees and the taste of the honey. “Urban honey has a unique flavor that is light, floral and spicy. It also changes with the seasons. We extract and bottle our honey in small batches, so we can promote this seasonality and locality. You are truly tasting the variety and diversity that Madison has to offer in the honey itself. We use wine tasting descriptions to help describe what flavors we can taste in our urban honey.” Clarke sends out an email in Febru-

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Scouts test new watering method in Cottage Grove By Francine Hartman, Boy Scout Troop 34

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ary looking for hosts. He had 60 applicants in February for 10 hives this summer. His hosts are generally people who are interested in growNathan Clarke, owner ing the bee of Mad Urban Bees. population in Madison and understand the importance of bees to our local food landscape. East side resident Karina Desano said of her hosting experience, “I love my bees and being a host for Mad Urban Bees. The bees are very fun to coexist with and the honey is delicious. Nathan and his team are very friendly, and we hardly even know they are here. I’m an über happy bee keeper and would recommend this highly to anyone interested.” Clarke suggests signing up at madurbanbees.com in order to be considered for placement. Customers apply for licensing from the city to host hives. Hosts receive a honey stipend for their participation. Mad Urban Bees also offers a honey CSA in which customers can get anywhere from 12 jars (2 ounces each) of honey for $30 up to 12 jars (16 ounces each) for $180 with local pickup available. In addition to managing hives and the CSA, MUB also conducts several beekeeping classes year round and will be teaching some classes at Olbrich Park this summer.

After months of planning and packing, we can finally hit the road to enjoy summer outings. In late May, the troop enjoyed three days of a canoeing and camping trip along the Black River in western Wisconsin. Some in the troop are spending a week at Scout summer camp outside of Mauston in July. Some of the older scouts and parents will spend a week in early August on a high adventure trip, backpacking along the western shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota. Cedar Johnson led the troop in his Eagle Scout project in late April, planting a variety of native trees in Door Creek Park in Cottage Grove. The Urban Tree Alliance assisted with the project, installing Waterboxxes around half of the trees as an experiment. There is no permanent water source at the park, which presented a challenge when planting young trees. The Urban Tree Alliance will evaluate results in a few years to see if the trees planted with Waterboxxes grew better than those planted without them. Our troop worked for two days, staffing the kids’ games at the Yahara Riverfront Fest in June. We hope to see you at our bingo tent during the Orton Park

Scouts (l-r) Avi, Johnny, and Gus plant trees at Door Creek Park in April.

Festival on Aug. 27 and 28. Beginning in September, we will be back to our weekly Tuesday meetings, from 6:45-8 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church. We welcome all boys, ages 11-17, and all families. Our troop is formally registered as an Inclusive Unit in Scouts for Equality. We are proud to be included in an international directory of inclusive scouts. Adult members in our troop will help parents get started and answer basic questions. For more information, visit Scoutlander. com, our public site (password: troop34), or see our Facebook page, “Troop 34 Scouts.” l

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Creative fundraising efforts underway to preserve artist Sid Boyum’s home and studio By Kathy Paul, Eastside News PHOTO: KAREN BASSLER

The Friends of Sid Boyum are committed to conserving and publicizing the prolific creative output of this offbeat Madison artist, photographer, writer and filmmaker. As many people know, Sid Boyum’s (1914-1991) sculptures are on permanent public view in various east side locations, while the Wisconsin Historical Society has archived a collection of Boyum’s photographic material, original paper art and Community members wear Sid Boyum masks durfilms. Earlier this year, the nonprof- ing a fundraising event at the Harmony to support the purchase of Sid Boyum’s home and studio. it organization FOSB launched a $25,000 capital campaign to purchase the artist’s home and studio Led by artist, conservationist and FOSB from Dane County and pay off back tax- board member Teri Marche, 30 bikers es before a September 2016 deadline. pedaled through the east side to learn Located at 237 Waubesa St., the home about Boyum’s work. and studio has remained empty since The bike tour concluded at Next Door Boyum’s death in 1991. This step to buy Brewing Company, where additional the property is a key piece of FOSB’s guests joined in for drinks, snacks and long-range strategic plan to ensure that a silent and live auction of artwork, gift the home, studio and its contents remain certificates and more, raising $1,400. intact for future community engagement Community involvement continues to and appreciation. be crucial to this project. Thanks to adTo help reach their goal, FOSB conditional contributions from businesses, ducted two fundraising events this individuals and local granting agencies, spring. In April, the Harmony Bar and FOSB has almost reached the halfway Grill provided the venue for an eclecpoint in the current campaign. tic event that featured a raffle, delicious Two local libraries have reached out food donated by local restaurants and to FOSB to lend a hand to the fundraislive music provided by local groups Pol- ing efforts. On July 9, Hawthorne Likalamity Pleasure Society, Just for One brary will screen the documentary film, Day and The Tiny Band. “The Sid Boyum Sculpture Project,” by In addition, guests enjoyed a slideGretta Wing Miller. show of Boyum’s home and artwork, On Aug. 11, Pinney Library will presand neighbors and friends shared stories ent rarely seen 8 mm reel-to-reel films and memories of Boyum’s artistic ancreated by Boyum himself. tics. Karen Bassler, treasurer of FOSB, Additional details for these two reports that the event raised almost events and other ways to help FOSB $4,200. meet its fundraising goal and purchase In May, FOSB organized a fundraisBoyum’s property can be found at ing bike tour of Boyum’s concrete sculp- friendsofsidboyum.org and at Facebook. tures that are situated on the east side. com/groups/friendsofsidboyum. l

The longhouse art installation represents diverse community groups.

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Union Corners art installation welcomes visitors By Dan Lenz, SASYNA

If you use the bike and pedestrian path that runs along Winnebago Street, behind the fast-moving development at Union Corners, or if you keep a sharp eye out while traveling along East Washington Avenue, you have likely noticed the Intentionally Welcoming Community’s longhouse art installation, located near the intersection of Winnebago and Sixth streets. From the outside, the installation is beguiling — a series of portraits on stark white backgrounds, spinning gently in the wind, watch over an intricately built structure of natural materials. Inside, the longhouse reflects the work of the Intentional Welcoming Community, of which the longhouse is one extension. Sue Thering and John Steines, who started and shepherded the creation of the project, hoped that the longhouse would illustrate and challenge the Intentionally Welcoming model. Groups representing diverse communities throughout the greater Madison area contributed panels that hang within the structure. The represented groups are too numerous to list, but range from Edgewood College Community Nurses to Art Working to the Kajsiab House and Madison Music Makers. The efforts related to the longhouse did not end with its creation. A kickoff event in April featuring music and storytelling was soon followed by the installation’s grand opening May 6 as part

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sasyna.org of Gallery Night. The creators are planning a series of upcoming events surrounding the installation to engage the various groups involved and bring them together. They also have engaged the photographers and documentarians Johnny and Marie Justice to capture the creation and life span of the longhouse and what it means to those involved. Their documentary will be screened later in the summer or fall. The longhouse itself will remain standing until July 23, weather permitting. Visitors are encouraged to stop by, view the art and sign the guest book. Individuals associated with the project are regularly on-site to discuss it and answer questions. More information about Intentionally Welcoming Communities and its arts initiative can be found on its Facebook page. l

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Planning underway for Union Corners cohousing By Carol Weidel, Union Corners cohousing

It’s finally time to make real movement toward building a community at Union Corners (East Washington Avenue and Milwaukee Street). Currently, there are about 25 households, ranging in size from one to six members, actively meeting or contributing money in order to make this dream come true. Cohousing is an intentionally inclusive cooperative lifestyle that balances privacy and connection. In addition to large shared group spaces, each condostyle apartment or townhouse has its own private kitchen and all the other amenities of a privately owned home. This spring, we raised more than $40,000 from among ourselves. Using that seed money, we hired a consultant and pay for professional services. That seed money will be included in the cost of developing the property and become equity for the lenders.

Many questions and few answers (so far) Talking to neighbors about this community, a first question is “How much will they cost?” We will not know until we get more answers. However, affordability guidelines will provide financial assistance for some units, based on family income. Other units will be at the market rate. We need to secure the right to develop the land from the Gorman & Company, the developer who is actively building on most of the Union Corners property owned by the city. We also

need to negotiate the number of units with the city. Based on our preferences and other values, such as sustainability and aging in place, we will get to design the building to fit our own vision. Another important question is, “How many units are left?” The answer: All of them are left! Because this will be new construction, it will not be cheap. However, because the shared space will provide the community we seek, the private space need not be as large as in a regular home.

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We bid a fond farewell to Cleo, our stalwart brown tabby of 20 years. She was a companion to our children from middle school into adulthood. In old age, she insisted that someone take an afternoon nap with her every day. She will be missed.

School Friends mentors needed for BBBS and Littles do together in School Friends, and there is no script for what they have to do or a timeline for when to do it. Many matches go outside and play recess games, like tether ball, tag, foursquare, jump rope or hop scotch. They can also focus on arts and crafts; spend time talking; or going over areas in school that might need improvement or extra attention. The School Friends program by nature is less intensive than our community-based matches. Matches only see each other for one hour every week at school, and finish when the school year ends. We ask for a two-year commitment from our volunteers so that Bigs and Littles are matched for two school years, and we encourage communication over the summer with postcards.

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The School Friends program is like our community-based program (what you would typically think of when you think Big Brothers Big Sisters) in that it pairs adult mentors with children in their community. The difference is that School Friends is a lunchtime or afterschool or mentoring program that brings together Bigs and Littles once a week in the school setting. School Friends is not a tutoring program. Bigs are matched to one Little and build a positive relationship through reading together, playing board games or cards, shooting hoops or hanging out. Through the consistent individual support and guidance, plus assistance from a professionally trained match support specialist, Bigs have a lasting, positive impact on the life of a child. There are so many fun things Bigs

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Red Dot Potato Chips were an east side success By Sarah White, East Side History Club

Chris Schickel was driving on Atwood Avenue when he spotted a familiar sign in an unfamiliar place: the Red Dot Potato Chip sign in the window of Martin Glass. The sign was donated to the East Side History Club by Sue Jones in 2007, but had been in storage until Pat and Curt Martin offered it a home in the window of their business. Schickel contacted the East Side History Club to share his family history connected with Red Dot Potato Chip. His grandfather Howard Poehling started with Red Dot as a route salesman in 1947, was promoted to sales manager in 1957 and headed its expanding sales department until his retirement in 1973. Red Dot was founded in 1938 to produce chips using a new continuous potato chip-making machine from a plant located on Division Street next to the Schoep’s Ice Cream plant. The company president was Fred Meyer, who, with his wife Kaye, had started selling potato chips manufactured in Lake Mills (along with other snacks) to local grocery stores, fraternities and sororities. The war years were difficult, with shortages of packaging materials, gas, trucks, tires and skilled labor hard to find. But the company continued to take care of its customers. In search of the perfect chipping potato, the company purchased 150 acres just north of Rhinelander in 1945, and partnered with the U.S. Department of

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Martin Glass on Atwood Avenue has this old Red Dot sign in its window. Agriculture and University of Wisconsin College of Agriculture to develop a potato-breeding program. The company also bought a nearby cabin-resort called the Sugar Camp where clients were entertained and sales meetings held. Schickel remembers summer family trips to this northern outpost of Red Dot as a child. With Red Dot producing the chips and the Fred Meyer Co. handling distribution, the company grew steadily. By the time Poehling became sales manager, the company was a multimilliondollar business distributing its products from Indiana to the Dakotas. The main production plant was located at 1435 E. Washington Ave. The company’s stated goals were growth, quality and value for its customers, and fair employment. It

Red Dot had a production plant at 131 S. Fair Oaks Ave. Today, Kessenich’s, a restaurant supplier is located in the facility. The photo looks northeast, with Fair Oaks Avenue running from the left to bottom right of the image. started offering a pension plan. In 1952 the company bought the property of the Madison Plow Co. at 131 S. Fair Oaks Ave. for an additional production plant where its KrunCheez, caramel popcorn, salted nuts and other snacks were manufactured. (The building is still used by a foodrelated business, Kessenich’s Ltd, a restaurant supply company). Many east side residents remember the smells of the snack factory in action. In 1957 a state-of-the-art greenhouse was added behind the Fair Oaks plant (next to the Garver Feed Mill) to make year-round crop research possible. Meyer sold his company to H.W. Lay & Company in 1961 and committed suicide four days later. Some east-siders have said that he expected to retain a leadership position in the merged company and was despondent when that proved untrue. That same year, the Frito Company and Lay merged to form Frito-Lay. In 1970, an anti-trust action forced Frito-Lay to sell the brand to Evon Company of Little Rock, Ark. Then in 1973, Evon filed for bankruptcy. Employees expecting pension benefits

were not satisfied until 1977. The Red Dot plant closing triggered a Wisconsin legislative council study on ways to protect employees when firms close. The “foodie” orientation and entrepreneurial spirit of young Fred and Kaye Meyer lives on in growing food businesses on the east side today, with brew pubs and chocolatiers, dotting Atwood Avenue, and artisanal food production targeted for the redeveloped Garver Feed Mill. Hopefully, they will avoid the fate of the Red Dot Company. Schickel is eager to connect with eastsiders who have stories or memorabilia about the Red Dot Potato Chip Company. Contact him at chrisschickel@mac.com. The East Side History Club, a project of GCC, meets for three months each spring and fall to collect and share memories of Madison’s east side. If you would like to receive meeting notices by email or postal mail, contact Anitra Hovelson at anitra@goodmancenter.org or 608-2048016. The East Side History Club blog at eastsidehistory.wordpress.com shares local history “finds” as they come to light. To submit your memories and pictures to publish on the blog, send an email to sarah.white@firstpersonprod.com. l

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5 cities get support for dismantling systemic racism This article was originally published on May 31 by Next City, which publishes daily news and analysis on cities online at NextCity.org. By Oscar Perry Abello, Next City

On April 19, 2015, Freddie Gray died as a result of injuries received while in custody of the Baltimore Police Department. Reactions were all over the map, from outrage, to sadness, to disillusionment. People of all different racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as different levels of privilege, felt something. Two weeks later, in one very privileged room, a collection of high-level financial executives and foundation leaders from around the country felt compelled to do something, but they didn’t know what. It was a board meeting of Living Cities, a collaborative of 22 of the world’s largest financial institutions and foundations dedicated to improving life for low-income people in cities. “The board said let’s set aside time in that meeting to talk about Freddie Gray, to talk about Baltimore, and even more importantly to talk about race in the United States,” recalled Living Cities CEO Ben Hecht, at an event last week to launch Racial Equity Here, the response they landed upon as a group. “It wasn’t just in response to Freddie Gray, it wasn’t just in response to police behavior, it wasn’t just new programs. It was what could we do that was more systemic, that could actually get to the underlying issues, which really is that we have a long history of racial exclusion in America’s cities,” Hecht continued. Racial Equity Here, a $3 million initiative at launch, will support five U.S. cities committed to improving racial equity and advancing opportunity for all: Albuquerque, Austin, Grand Rapids, Louisville and Philadelphia.

The first thing each city government has been tasked to do is to look at itself in the mirror. Over the next two years, with support from the Government Alliance on Race and Equity, each city will complete a racial equity assessment of their core government operations with an intentional focus on “opportunity youth” — adults and youth of color aged 16 to 24, who are disproportionately out of school or work. The hope is that the transparency itself will spur discussions that lead to new programs and, more importantly, a new operating mindset that considers racial equity in all decisions, including and especially annual budget decisions. “Government helped create a lot of the inequities, it institutionalized them,” Austin Mayor Steve Adler said last week, referring to a legacy of racial housing segregation in Austin that started in the 1920s, physically embodied in a freeway built essentially along the racial divide, all contributing to decades of disinvestment and mal-investment for communities of color in East Austin. “It’s important for the government, the city government to address racial inequity, not just because of the conditions, but also because we helped create it.” “The reason we’re excited about Racial Equity Here, is the ‘here’ part of it,” Albuquerque Mayor Richard Berry said. Since every city’s context of racial inequity is unique, Berry says, “I think what’s important about this is we’re going to take these dollars and we’re going to study ourselves.” Albuquerque recently went through a similar process around gender eq-

uity, looking at its own operations and ultimately passing an ordinance to give businesses seeking city contracts an incentive to offer equal wages to both men and women. “When you’re transparent about your organization, you take a hard deep dive look at yourself, there’s some political downside to that. We’re going to find things that are interesting, we’re going to find things that are impactful for people, we’re going to find some things that we wish we didn’t find, but that’s what we’re here to do,” Berry added. In Austin, the Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Advisory Commission had been proposing for two years to create a City Office of Equity, when it finally happened near the end of last year, and with little opposition, according to Adler. “It was adopted and we put money for it into the budget,” he notes. “The dynamics of our city are changing and unless we’re able to grow in a more equitable way, we’re going to lose what is the spirit and soul of Austin, Texas. People recognize that.” Previously, Austin’s anti-poverty and affordable housing efforts looked primarily at class, not race. The new office, Adler says, will be the first to specifically have racial equity as part of its charge. “It’s very easy for this conversation to go to class, and differences in class, but this conversation is not quite that. It is deeper than that, more serious than that,” Adler said at last week’s event. “When you look at the outcomes, when you look at the policies, when you look at the practical effect of the institutions

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as they’ve worked, you can’t avoid the conclusion that there is institutional racism.” The details of how the new office will work in conjunction with other city agencies are still being formulated by the city manager. The city has yet to announce someone to fill the position. “There were no discussions about more bureaucracy or just creating more red tape,” Adler says. “Its charge isn’t to create additional barriers or thresholds. But the policy recommendations to come out of the office might end up with those battles.” Another looming battle: state legislators who may oppose any measures adopted as part of a racial equity agenda. New Orleans recently defeated one such state house bill to nullify its racial equity-rooted local hiring program. Adler anticipates similar opposition, particularly related to Austin becoming the first Southern city to ban the box, just a month ago. “Austin is a city that was described by our governor as being the blueberry in the middle of the tomato soup,” said Adler. But, according to Adler, it benefits the state by attracting companies like Google or Apple or Facebook who have employees who want to live in a place like Austin. “My argument to legislators, that I know I’ll be making in just a few short months, is that some things should be left to local control, so that different communities can be the communities that they want to be,” said Adler. The Equity Factor is made possible with the support of the Surdna Foundation. l

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Eastside ACTIVITIES Aug. 6

Goodman Youth Farm hosts Community Day The Goodman Youth Farm — a project of Community GroundWorks — is having its third annual Community Day Saturday, Aug. 6, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Youth Farm, 5017 Sudbury Way. This free event will include bike blender salsa, edible veggie art, farm tours, beekeeping demos and activities for kids of all ages. Everyone is invit-

ed to see the types of youth programming the Youth Farm offers, as well as celebrate this year’s projects completed by local youth age 4 years through high school. To learn more about the Goodman Youth Farm or Community GroundWorks, visit communitygroundworks.org. l

July 11-22

Social entrepreneurship education for kids CEOs of Tomorrow presents for two weeks, The Business of Giving Summer Bootcamp for Grades 4-8 Monday through Friday, July 11-22 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Goodman Community Center. Using fun, hands-on, and engag-

ing learning tools, CEOs of Tomorrow works with youth to design and launch businesses that make the world a better place by helping people, animals, environments and communities in need.

Aug. 17

Attend the Ultimate Chamber Mixer at the East Side Club’s Tiki Bar The Monona East Side Business Alliance is hosting the Ultimate Chamber Mixer Wednesday, Aug. 17, from 5-7 p.m. at The East Side Club’s Tiki Bar, 3735 Atwood Ave. Area associations attending the mixer include the Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce, McFarland Chamber of Commerce, Out Professional Engagement Network, Wisconsin LGBT Cham-

Dean House hosts back porch concert series

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The unpredictable nine-piece Faun and a Pan Flute will perform at Arts + Literature Laboratory, 2021 Winnebago St., Monday, July 25.

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Food carts have returned to Jackson Street Food carts are back at Jackson Street and Atwood Avenue Thursday evenings from 5-7:30 p.m. this summer. This year Let’s Eat Out is hosting 16

weekly food cart dinners with more than 20 participating carts. For more information on vendors and locations, visit letseatoutwi.org. l

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Bring a chair or blanket and relax to back porch concerts at the historic Dean House, 4718 Monona Drive. The 2016 Back Porch Concert series is presented by the Historic Blooming Grove Historical Society. Concerts will take place Thursday evenings at 7 p.m., with an ice cream social on Aug. 4.

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ber of Commerce and Madison Network of Black Professionals. This is MESBA’s yearly networking event to give associations and their members the opportunity to connect with each other.

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July 7 — Madison Accordion Band July 15 — Middleton Jazz July 21 — Capitol Chordsmen July 28 — KG and The Ranger Aug. 4 — 5:30 p.m. Ice cream social; 7 p.m. Old Time Fiddlers

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Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement workshop Do you suffer from back pain? Tight muscles? Poor posture? “Free your Back” is a Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement workshop for adults that will help you learn to release unnecessary tension and replace inefficient, ineffective and limiting habits through heightened awareness and gentle exploration of new options. Experience moving with more ease,

coordination, comfort, and freedom and benefit from individualized attention. It will be held at the Goodman Community Center, Saturday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring padding to lie on and a large towel for your head. The fee is $45 and registration is required For more information contact Sandra Rae River at 241-7635. l

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ect, AtwoodFest Colors – plus we’re introducing our first ever Maker Market. A perennial gastronomical favorite, the annual Eastside Eats raffle will award $50 gift certificates to 25 favorite east side restaurants, plus a $50 voucher for the Union Theater. Proceeds from the raffle benefit the Goodman Community Center’s Fritz Food Pantry and the Wil-Mar Center’s emergency food programs. AtwoodFest is sponsored by the Schenk-Atwood-Starkweather-Yahara neighborhood association, the Barrymore Theatre and the Wil-Mar Community Center and proceeds benefit these organizations. This year, SASY was proud to donate $10,000 to the Lowell Centennial Fund to help build a new playground and develop more green learning space for Lowell Elementary School. For more information about AtwoodFest, including music lineups and vendors, visit atwoodfest.com. l

Enhance flexibility, balance and strength in a slow, mindful practice with Slow Flow Yoga, Fridays from 6-7 p.m. and Sundays from 9-10 a.m. Drop in fee is $4. Bring your own mat and support props. We will take our time experiencing postures, moving through sequences at a gentle to moderate pace, and concentrating on the connection between breath and movement. Classes will include breathing exercises to deepen awareness of the body-mind connection and cultivate mental stillness and clarity. For more information, email freebeme11@yahoo.com. l Through Aug. 25

Vinyasa Yoga Increase strength and flexibility while linking movement to breath with Vinyasa Yoga, Thursdays from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Drop in fee is $4. Classes include fluid sequences, in which one posture flows directly into the next, as well as longer poses and exercises to focus the mind and control the breath. No yoga Aug. 18. l Wednesdays

Zumba Fitness ZUMBA fitness combines Latin and International music with a fun and effective workout system. Class is Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. Drop in fee is $4. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing and bring water. Open to all levels. For more information, email Megan Barry at meganberries@hotmail.com or call 2172022. Class does not meet Aug. 17. l

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Monona Terrace Concerts on the Roof These free community concerts feature up-tempo musical artists. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Sandwiches, snacks, beer, cocktails and soft drinks will be available for purchase at 6 p.m. Concert begins at 7 p.m. • July 7 — Ultimate Legends Band, performing a high-powered, choreographed tribute show featuring the crazy antics of the Blues Brothers

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Come dance to the music at the third annual AtwoodFest, July 30-31 on the 2000 and 2100 blocks of Atwood Avenue. The two-day festival starts with a parade ― called Convergence ― that starts from the four corners of the Schenk-Atwood neighborhood. The parade will meet at the KidsFest stage to celebrate our unique and diverse neighborhood. Bring your musical instruments, noise makers and help bring music to the streets. Enjoy homegrown bands V05, Steely Dane, The Jimmys, Madpolecats, Family Business, People Brothers Band, Gabe Burdulis and Teddy Davenport. Cut loose to the smoking tunes of New York City’s Jane Lee Hooker and Cincinnati’s Buffalo Killers, and move to the beat of Chicago’s Kwamekaze Reggae and Door County’s Wifee and the Huzzband. In addition to KidsFest, the festival will also have locations for our annual community-themed coloring book proj-

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and the legendary vocal power of Aretha Franklin. • July 14 — Madison County, a high-energy country group • July 21 — LoveMonkeys, an upbeat blend of rock, pop and reggae. Parking is available for $5 in the Monona Terrace parking ramp. For more information, visit the community programs page at mononaterrace.com l.

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Solicitor general position wastes state money

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County leads the way in cleaning up the lakes By Joe Parisi, Dane County Executive

The challenges our lakes face today accumulated over decades and there is no cheap, simple, shortterm fix. Like all of the important work we do, sustained Joe Parisi partnerships and a shared will to implement effective solutions will incrementally bring improvement and progress. That progress is worth noting. Over the past five years, Dane County-led efforts — manure digesters, storm water grants and farm-by-farm conservation practices — have prevented over 12,000 pounds of phosphorus from entering our local waters. In more tangible terms, 1 pound of phosphorus is enough to grow 500 pounds of mucky green algae. While miles of buffer strips are being planted, separating fields from waterways, innovation offers us incredible opportunity. We are beginning work on a new technology which will turn a brown watery by-product of the manure diges-

tion process into clear potable water and remove 100 percent of the phosphorus. Our incredibly popular storm water outflow program replaces decades-old sewer pipes that direct runoff from rains right into our lakes. By the end of 2016, this program will be stopping the flow of over 607,000 pounds of sediment, equivalent to 30 dump truck loads, and over 2,700 pounds of phosphorus from getting into our lakes each year. We will continue to invest in this proven tactic. While it’s imperative we continue to invest in long-term solutions to address the sources of phosphorus, the root of what challenges the lakes, short-term strategic improvements ensure families can better enjoy these waters. That is why we constructed the County’s first “Clean Beach Corridor.” This clean corridor sets up a protected, filtered pool of water within Lake Mendota. We must continue our investment, our work and our partnerships to clean our lakes. They are an imperative part of what makes Dane County such a wonderful place to live and visit. l

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By Chris Taylor, State Representative, 78th Assembly District

Somehow, despite cutting public schools and the University of Wisconsin System, borrowing to fund transportation, and decimating the Department of Natural Chris Taylor Resources, the Republican Party found a way to fund a new — and largely unaccountable — solicitor general and several deputies, charged with using taxpayer money to fight ideological battles in court. Wisconsin Solicitor General Misha Tseytlin’s position showcases once again the wrong priorities Gov. Scott Walker and legislative Republicans have for Wisconsin. The funny thing is, Wisconsin already employs attorneys within the Department of Justice that perform all of the duties Tseytlin is now executing. Adding a solicitor general seems to be the height of inefficiency and wastefulness, so there must be another reason for its existence. The reason is this: It’s no secret that Wisconsin has become a laboratory for American Legislative Exchange Council policies. It’s now the solicitor general’s job to pursue these policies in court, even if Wisconsin isn’t involved in the case or if the case is certain to be lost. Unlike special interest groups, such as the National Rifle Association or Wisconsin Manufactures & Commerce, the DOJ is not supposed to have a “sin-

gle-minded” interest. Instead of representing Wisconsinites, the solicitor general is representing the interests of Gov. Walker, legislative Republicans, ALEC, and right-wing special interest groups. So far, the solicitor general has inserted himself into several “high-profile” (i.e. important to the right-wing agenda) cases. Wisconsin, once a leader in environmental protection, is now involved in two suits against the Environmental Protection Agency about the Clean Power Plan. One involves reducing carbon dioxide emissions and one involves reducing pollution in navigable waters. Other cases he’s taken on include voter identification and drug testing FoodShare recipients. The DOJ is not designed to be an impact litigation firm. If they want to maintain their reputation as an agency that provides credible and sound legal information, the DOJ will rethink their political litigation. Lastly, the people have a right to know how much these lawsuits are costing. That’s why I authored Assembly Bill 919 that requires DOJ to provide the Joint Finance Committee a report of all civil cases in litigation, the amount of money spent on each case and the amount of staff time spent on each case. It is the government’s responsibility to be accountable to the public, and this is the first step in making the solicitor general’s office more transparent. l

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stance disorders or medical problems. Thus, Heartland Health Outreach will provide on-site mental health services, case management, connections to other health care and employment providers, and social enrichment. This development is also unique for the variety of green building features that it incorporates ranging from air sealing and energy efficiency, to entirely edible landscaping — which will allow it to achieve Wisconsin Green Built Home, LEED Platinum and Passive House certifications. It is quite possible that Rethke Terrace will be the greenest apartment building in the state when it opens. With the accessibility of these resources, along with the stability of the environment, the goal is to help improve self-sufficiency. Facilities like this take a huge step forward in our efforts to end chronic homelessness in Madison. When I am asked about solutions for homelessness in Madison, I always refer to Housing First. This project exemplifies that idea. l

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Different site explored for Madison Public Market By Marsha Rummel, District 6 Alder

By David Ahrens, District 15 Alder

In April, I, along with a half dozen other members of the Common Council, proposed that the members of the council be given the David Ahrens power to appoint its members to city committees. That power now is exclusively the mayor’s. This aspect of government is peculiar to Madison. Federal, state and county government respect the division of legislative and executive branches of power. The president does not appoint the members of congressional committees; that power is left to congressional leadership. The power of appointment provides sig-

nificant powers of control. Unfortunately, while many in the city pay lip service to local control, they advocate for strong central authority. Currently, the mayor appoints all managers, develops the budget in secret, appoints all members of the Finance Committee, chairs the committee and then chairs the council meeting that reviews the budget. Usually the council passes a budget that consists 98 percent of the mayor’s proposal. In response, the mayor has engaged in personal attacks, misinformation and a proposal to stall consideration for at least a year while we spend $250,000 on a consultant study. This is a simple proposition and one that deserves a rational and fact-based discussion. l

ticles of incorporation for the creation of a non-profit Public Market organization and to appoint an interim board of directors. The city attorney and the mayor’s office are working on this task. The second area of work is to issue a Request for Proposal for firms to help the city assemble tax credits, pursue state and federal grants and launch a capital fundraising campaign. At its June meeting, the Local Food Committee selected Amanda White LLC to develop the fundraising plan and Hope Community Capital LLC to pursue new market tax credits. The third element is to develop a site plan. An RFP will seek a qualified architectural firm to look at Washington Plaza and provide a recommendation by September whether to pursue the shopBy Dave Link, Eastside News ping center site. The fourth work area is to seek a part- All the political talk lately has been on attorney in Dane County, working under ner to administer a MarketReady prothe just-completed presidential primaOzanne. gram to provide training, technical assis- ries, which helps form who is nominatThe other countywide primary electance and micro-financing to prospective ed at each political party’s conventions tion is for treasurer. Incumbent Adam vendors so they will be ready when the later this summer. It turns out the Aug. Gallagher faces challenges from Patrick Market opens. The MarketReady con9 statewide primary election will be just Miles and Richard V. Brown Sr. All cept is guided by the analysis completed as important for Dane County residents. three are Democrats. using the city’s equity tool to ensure that Voters in this election will have to Voters will also have to decide which the Public Market will have a positive decide between two Democratic candiof two candidates will be the lone Demimpact on communities of color and low dates for district attorney — incumbent ocrat on the Nov. 8 ballot for U.S. Senaincome populations and provide accessi- Ismael Ozanne and his challenger Bob tor. Former Sen. Russ Feingold squares ble business startup opportunities in the Jambois. The winner will be the lone off against Scott Harbach. The winner food economy. DA candidate on the ballot for Nov. 8’s will challenge Republican Sen. Ron The final element directs the Local general election — virtually guarantyJohnson, who is seeking a second sixFood Committee to build momentum for ing the job to the winner. year term. the Public Market among community Ozanne has been the Dane County Voters should remember identification members and prospective vendors. Find DA since 2010 and previously had been needs to be shown at the polls in order to the Friends of the Madison Public Marthe deputy secretary of the Wisconsin vote, despite a two-week trial challengket on Facebook to keep in touch with Department of Corrections. Jambois had ing it. A federal judge is expected to rule their work. They will be at community been Kenosha County DA from 1988on its legality in late July — too late to events over the summer. 2005. He currently is an assistant district make any changes for August. l For more information contact Dan Kennelly, the city project manager, at 608-267The Goodman Community Center needs and appreciates 1938 or dkennelly@cityofmadison.com. l

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The Local Food Committee and city staff have been very busy this spring as things move forward with the Madison Public Market. On May 17, Marsha Rummel the Common Council approved a resolution to explore the option of building the Madison Public Market at the Washington Plaza Shopping Center, 1858 E. Washington Ave., in partnership with the shopping center owners, the Galway Companies. The city and the owners will work with a design consultant to develop a master plan that includes the construction of the Public Market as part of a larger mixed use development project with retail, residential, and office uses. The Public Market building would be owned by the city of Madison and managed by a non-profit Public Market operator based on criteria in the adopted business plan. There are potential benefits to locating the Public Market at the shopping center site compared to the city’s Fleet Services Building. Private construction of the Public Market would be at a significantly lower capital cost, and the shopping center site offers higher visibility and better access and parking options. The Fleet Services Building could still be part of a future opportunity to complement the retail-based Public Market with other food-related uses. The Public Market Implementation Strategy, recommended by the Local Food Committee and adopted by the Common Council in March, outlines five tasks that need to be completed before construction begins in 2018. The first work element is to draft ar-

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Pinney Branch Library is located at 204 Cottage Grove Road, at the intersection of Monona Drive and Cottage Grove Road between Walgreens and the former ReStore. For further program details or to register, call 608-224-7100 or visit madisonpubliHawthorne Branch Library is located at 2707 E. Washington Ave. in the Madison East clibrary.org. Library hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 9 Shopping Center at the intersection of East Johnson Street and East Washington Ava.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. enue. For program details or to register, contact staff at 608-246-4548 or visit madisonpubliclibrary.org. Library hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Star Wars: The Library Awakens Maker Monday Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 16, 10 a.m. to noon Mondays, July 18, 25 and Aug. 8, 15,

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Saturdays, July 2 and Aug. 6, 10:30 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, a craft, donuts and juice.

Tuesdays, July 12-26, 10:30 a.m. Join us for stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish for building early literacy skills.

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Wednesday, July 6, 1:30 p.m. Join a folklorist and storyteller for a collection of lore from Zimbabwe.

Wednesday, July 27, 1:30 p.m. Move like a snake, fish, mountain and more to help tell each tale. Perfect for children ages 5-12. Registration begins July 13.

Pop-up puppet theatre Wednesday, July 13, 1:30 p.m. Join us for silly stories and puppet fun.

LEGO Buildathon Saturday, July 23, 10 a.m. Join us for two hours of building fun. LEGO blocks, LEGO coloring sheets, foam blocks and lots of time for building.

Cereal box puppet show workshop Saturday, Aug. 27, 10:30 a.m. Create a “what I did on my summer vacation” puppet show. Bring printed photos of people and places you visited. We’ll also have magazines and books.

Kids Code Madison Thursdays, July 7, 21, 28 and Aug. 4, 11, 18 and 25, 6 p.m. Upper elementary and middle school students program interactive stories, games and animations using programs and tools like Scratch and Code Studio. New and experienced kid programmers and parents welcome.

Harry Potter workshops

Thursday, July 7, 2 p.m. Mix up magnetic “goo,” create a melted wax scene and craft a book of potions. Registration begins June 23. Thursday, July 14, 2 p.m. Preschool storytime Make a golden snitch, a homemade Thursdays, July 7 and Aug. 11, 10:30 a.m. rocket, play a balloon game and color A blend of stories, fingerplays and songs “Quidditch through the Ages.” to develop print and vocabulary skills. Registration begins June 30.

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Saturdays, July 23 and Aug. 20, 10 a.m. Explore science, technology, engineering and math through play and books.

Thursdays, July 21, 28 and Aug. 4, 11, 18, 10 a.m. Stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish to build early literacy and Spanish language awareness. For ages 3-6 with a caregiver.

Toddler Time Tuesdays through Aug. 16, 10:15 a.m. Enjoy stories, songs and activities. For children ages 16-35 months. One adult per child recommended.

Book Baby Tuesdays through Aug. 16, 11:15 a.m. Enjoy short stories, songs, play and conversation. For babies ages 0-15 months with a caregiver.

Minecraft Club

Thursdays, July 14, 28 and Aug. 4, 2 p.m. Explore great stories and fun, hands-on activities for kids ages 8-12.

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Chess Club Third Thursdays, 4 p.m. Play against other children with varied levels of experience. For children in grades K-12. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.

It’s Summer, Let’s Sew! Tuesday, July 19 and Aug. 16, 6 p.m. Join instructor Bird Ross for one or both sewing classes. Geared toward beginner and intermediate sewers, who already have a working familiarity with their own (working) sewing machine and would like to get back into sewing. Registration begins July 5.

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The ‘how,’ ‘what’ and ‘why’ of our work at Lowell

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O’Keeffe student teams compete in Junior Top Chef Experience at GCC By Kathleen Ward, Eastside News PHOTOS: MUI ROSSING

O’Keeffe Middle School hosted its first Junior Top Chef Experience at the Goodman Community Center April 21. Small teams of O’Keeffe students were paired with top Madison chefs to learn how to prepare and cook restaurant-quality meals. Chef Joey Dunscombe of Weary Traveler Freehouse shows Chefs from Coostudents how to make a homemade meatball sub. The sub per’s Tavern, Pig in was prepared with local beef, vegetables and marinara a Fur Coat, Weary sauce, and topped with aged Parmesan cheese. Traveler Freehouse, Bunky’s Café and Sardine mentored teams. Principal Tony judges, including Jennifer Cheatham, Dugas was the master of ceremonies for superintendent of the school district, Will Green, executive director of Menthe event. toring Positives and the Salvation Army The plates submitted by the teams Community Center, Annette Miller, were then judged by a celebrity panel of community development manager at Madison Gas and Electric and Nigel Hayes, University of Wisconsin basketball player. The Cooper’s Tavern team was awarded first place for their preparation of a berry and arugula salad with panseared scallops, lemon-basil vinaigrette and pomegranate foam. Participating restaurants sold attendees small plates of their restaurant items during the event. Proceeds from the O’Keeffe Principal Tony Dugas awards sales supported technology initiatives at the Top Chef first-place award to the O’Keeffe. l Cooper’s Tavern student-chef team.

By John Burkholder, Lowell Elementary School principal

It was another wonderful year at Lowell Elementary. And not just any year either — our 100th. It was glorious to continue the good work of teaching and John Burkholder learning, embracing our Lowell families and community partners, and getting reacquainted with our century-long history. Throughout the year I really came to understand that it is the creativity and uniqueness of us all that make the greatest difference. Curricula, schedules, traditional annual events such as our Science Night held in conjunction with the Goodman Community Center, are important “hows” of our work. Still, we will be ever vigilant in our efforts to boost student achievement, provide opportunities for growth in the arts, build social and emotional competencies, and engage with our families — the “what”

of our work. In the end it’s the “why” of our work that will drive us to greater levels of success for our students and community. Our why is about celebrating each student’s creativity and uniqueness while embracing the creativity and uniqueness of our wonderful Lowell staff members and each and every member of our greater Lowell community. Curricula comes and goes, schedules change, events transform and families move, but our creativity and uniqueness will continue on for as long as there is a Lowell Elementary. Perhaps another 100 years! When we return to our campus in the fall, with a little cooperation from construction schedules, we should find a building that is much more accessible, with conveniently located ramps and an elevator — and unseen, but over our head, a new roof. I hope you are enjoying a wonderful summer filled with exciting adventures. Thank you for your ongoing support of Lowell Elementary. l

Biomedical engineering workshops continue at East By Cynthia Chin, East High School math teacher

Students attending north- and east-side middle schools will continue “Way to BM-E” workshops next fall. These workshops will focus on concepts and career opportunities in biomedical engineering. The theme for this next session will be visual perception. Students will investigate how technology can mimic, as-

sist or supplement the sense of sight. We are grateful to the United Way of Dane County for supporting this work via a By Youth For Youth grant. Pending grant support for next fall, the club hopes to also start seventh- and eighth-grade outreach projects focused on robotics and automation. l

Lowell Centennial Carnival drew from near and far By Jason Waller, Lowell Centennial Campaign

In May, Lowell Elementary School celebrated an extravagant Centennial Carnival Weekend with alumni and its current community. On Friday night, May 20, a cocktail party was held at the Goodman Community Center with a jazz band and silent auction, and featured guest speakers, including Rep. Chris Taylor. The Lowell community mixed with old friends and made some new ones. Some came from as far away as Arkansas and California. Former students from the 1930s to current parents and staff danced, laughed and raised money to rejuvenate the school’s exterior. That night it was announced Madison-Kipp Corporation is donating $20,000 over three years to our campaign. After the weekend’s fundraisers, in addition to all we’d accomplished beforehand, the Lowell Centennial Campaign has raised more than $80,000 in five months. We also introduced the brick-by-brick phase of the Centennial Campaign: For a $250 donation, anyone can sponsor a 4-inch by 8-inch brick on the pathway leading to Lowell Elementary’s entrance. The engraved bricks will border the pathway, displaying sponsorships to anyone who walk past them. This development follows the installation of the new learning circles and the opening of the mini forest wooded area. It’s our goal to construct the pathway during the 2016-17 school year, after building a fence at the front of the school.

A design of the front path to Lowell where the bricks in the brick-by-brick campaign will be placed. The Carnival took over the school May 21, featuring a May pole, international food, Irish dancers, birthday cake, rummage sale and a parade led by our 1940s alumni. Among the highlights was seeing alumni looking at photos from years gone by, reminiscing about friends and watching their reactions when they recognized their younger selves. Sunday, May 22, offered more time for reflection and history. Ann Waidelich, of the East Side History Club, delivered a fact- and photo-filled interactive presentation about the school. Many who were in those photographs were present and delivered their side of the story. Meeting a little girl in a photo taken in the ’30s who’s now, let’s say, a little older, was another huge highlight. For more information about purchasing a brick or making a donation, please email carrie_hinterthuer@yahoo.com. l

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TAPIT brings a popular summer children’s program to the east side By Etta Gosport, TAPIT/new works

“Let’s grow for it!” That’s the 2016 theme for Kaleidoscope: A Summer Arts & Nature Adventure. This year also marks the first time the 25-year-old summer youth arts program, run by TAPIT/ new works Ensemble Theater, will be held on Madison’s east side. After years on the west side, Kaleidoscope will now run from July 11-22 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1904 Winnebago St. But that’s not the only way the program is growing and changing. “It was becoming increasingly obvious to us that we weren’t meeting the needs of children and families in today’s economy,” explained Donna Peckett, producing artistic director at TAPIT/new works. The company’s response was to expand the program from a half-day to a 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. program, and offer oneweek or two-week sessions. “Families want to take vacations, and children want to explore multiple opportunities,” Peckett said, “and Kaleidoscope is all about exploration.” In this multifaceted program for children ages 6-10, participants enjoy hands-on sessions in music, art, movement, drama and nature studies, all taught by highly skilled and experienced teaching artists. Guest speakers and field trips further enrich the experience.

Kaleidoscope offers a variety of art activities, including beading. “Kaleidoscope emphasizes tapping into and fostering children’s creativity in a noncompetitive environment,” Peckett said. “We focus on process, respecting each other’s work and having fun — and we meet Department of Public Instruction and Common Core curriculum standards.” TAPIT/new works producing artistic director Danielle Dresden is excited about bringing Kaleidoscope to the east side. “We’re part of this neighborhood, too,” she noted. Since other projects, such as residencies with St. Mary’s Care Center and touring plays like “Work the Act” involve travelling further afield, Dresden said the company is happy to bring one adventure close to home. For more information on Kaleidoscope, visit tapitnewworks.org. l

New interactive whiteboard transforms learning at VSA Wisconsin By Kathie Wagner, VSA Wisconsin

VSA Wisconsin has received a grant of $2,955 from Dane Arts to help purchase an interactive whiteboard to assist adults with disabilities. The whiteboard is being used by individuals who enroll in visual art, music, movement and drama classes at the VSA Wisconsin Art Center. Participant James Ohm draws on VSA’s interactive The art center serves 75whiteboard. 80 individuals across the disability spectrum who something. The teaching artist showed are 16 and older. The center provides them how to change the color of the a failure-free, accessible and stimulatdrawing pen and how to erase the work ing place for these individuals to create if they wanted to do so. works of art, sing songs and dance to One gentleman, who typically spends music with their peers. his time creating art by writing letters Purchasing the interactive whiteboard on a piece of paper, stood at the board has opened up a new world not only to and drew images that he hadn’t created the participants, but to the teaching artbefore. He smiled, laughed and engaged ists. VSA Wisconsin teaching artists use with others in the class. It was a breakUniversal Design for Learning strategies through moment for him. to ensure that participants of all abilities The whiteboard was also used to experience success. reach a non-participatory individual Over the years, we’ve come to know in a music class. During the first three that not everyone learns in the same class sessions, the participant either left way. Some people are auditory learners, early or chose not to actively particiothers learn best by doing or observpate part of the time. When the teaching ing. UDL means presenting instruction artist introduced the Fingertapps touch and information in multiple formats so screen application on the interactive all types of learners can experience suc- whiteboard, he verbalized enjoyment of cess. The whiteboard has given teaching the drums. Fingertapps software allows artists another UDL tool that allows for participants to play a guitar, keyboard inclusion and enhances the performance or drums by touching the whiteboard of individuals with disabilities. screen. Recently, the interactive whiteboard During the last class, he asked queswas used in a visual art class and each tions, smiled and laughed while playing participant was encouraged to draw maracas and dancing and said at the end,

“I liked drawing with music. It was fun.” VSA Wisconsin is very grateful for this capital investment. The new whiteboard provides people with disabilities a new way to explore their creativity. l

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‘Time. Masks. Jamming.’ Art by children in Goodman Community Center summer programs

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‘Water and Woods’ Woodcuts and Watercolors by Brian McCormick Bio Brian has been living on Madison’s east side since 1984. He took an early retirement from a career in architecture so that he could return to making art full-time. In the 1970s, he studied fine arts at Western Illinois University and went on to get his MFA in painting at the University of Notre Dame. While he was exhibiting work during that time, he was unable to find supportive employment in his field and looked for another way to survive in an art-related occupation. He turned toward a career in architecture and received a Masters in Architecture from the University of Illinois in 1984. For the next 25 years, he spent his career working as a preservation architect, retiring from the Wisconsin Historical Society in 2008.

Artist Statement While I spent most of my working life as an architect, returning to my first love of painting was not a major life reinvention. A basic need to make things has always been my directing force, be it a building, a set of shelves, a garden, a prairie, a painting or a woodblock print. Of course, buildings are almost always collaboration among many people: owners, architects, carpenters, craftspeople, etc. I’ve learned that my personality is better geared toward solitary pursuits, and I like to have both the control and the burden of being the sole creator of what I make. So, artwork has proved to be more fulfilling for me than architecture. Nonetheless, architecture is about place making; and similarly, in my artwork I am concerned with creating a

sense of place. Experiencing and knowing the place in which you live is an important part of being human. Wendell Berry said, “If you don’t know where you are, you don’t know who you are.” He didn’t mean “know where” as a point on the map, but a knowing that involves the senses, the heart and the mind. It means knowing it over time and in all seasons. It involves memory and imbuing a place with a shared or personal meaning. As any artist will tell you, if you really want to know something, then draw it or paint it. The places to which people can attach meaning are often a city, a town, or a special street or building. But they can also be a natural landscapes, like the rolling hills of woods, old fields and prairies in our region. Or they can be those places where the “man-made” and “natural” interact, like gardens and designed landscapes. Or places where the interaction is unplanned or incidental, like the way trees interface with buildings, or the way a rural road or intersection is laid across a natural landscape. So, one could say the subject of my artwork is “place,” or those places that have a special sensory memory or significance for me. They are often very specific places that I know, shown during a particular time or season. However, when they can signify some other meaningful place-memory for a viewer, then I feel I have hit my mark.

The Diane Endres Ballweg Gallery at the Goodman Community Center will present an exhibition of art adventures by the children in Goodman’s summer programming. Three local artists will be working with the children, so they’ll get to explore several mediums and themes with fun, skilled and enthusiastic teachers. The first art theme for the summer will be “Time.” David Kelley, Goodman’s art specialty teacher, will be helping the children build and fill a time capsule that will then be installed within our recently purchased Brass Works building across the street. Mark your calendars for 30 years from now when the time capsule will be opened to reveal letters, objects and art from the children, families, staff and our community. For the second and third art themes, the Hawthorne Library’s artist-in-residence, Angela Richardson, will be lead-

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Artist Julio Flores led children at the Madison Public Library in a papier mache mask activity, similar to the activity taking place at Goodman. ing the children in “Drawing Jams,” and Julio Flores will show them how to make very cool masks. Watch for news about the children’s summer art projects on Goodman’s website and Facebook page. l “Drawing Jam” artwork from a session at Lakeview branch library, led by Angela Richardson.

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