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Volume 147, No. 3 May l June 2017

When kids steal food

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And other tales of hunger — and nourishment — at Goodman By Kristin Groth, GCC director of communications and community giving

As summer approaches, the Goodman Community Center gears up, because as soon as kids are out of school, the demand for food goes up. Way up. During the summer, nearly 275 children and youth depend on us for three meals a day. Parents will often have their kids in tow as they come to get groceries from our food pantry. We don’t want to turn people away, so we’re going to need lots of help. Your help. Kids stealing food? It’s a thing. And sadly, it’s not an uncommon thing. These kids are not trouble-makers. They’re just hungry. They’re not sneaking candy — they’re stealing granola bars, bread and apples. Often to share with their family.

Kids with food anxiety need to know we adults will take care of them “Whether kids can put words to it or not, they are very aware of stressors in their family,” explained Angela Tortorice, GCC assistant director of childcare programs. “So our staff keep an eye out for signs of stress.” Stealing is just one clue that something is wrong. When kids are irritable, teary, angry or having trouble staying awake, our staff always start problem solving by asking the child:

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Celebrate at A Night Out For Goodman Support and celebrate the incredible impact of Goodman’s programs and services at A Night Out For Goodman, our fourth annual beer and chocolate tasting. Guests will enjoy local brews, chocolate desserts and super funky Minneapolis band Jaedyn James and the Hunger. Article on page 4

When children are hungry because there isn’t food at home, they often want to keep it a secret, so building trust with kids — and their parents — is an essential first step. 1. Are you hungry? 2. Are you tired? 3. Are you sick?

ask if they’d like to go to the food pantry and fill up a During backpack with food to the summer, take home. kids become anxious Every kid says, as the weekend “Yes,” with relief, and a little smile. approaches because

“Hungry” is the most common answer. During the summer, kids can Your gift today they’re thinking about a become anxious as could help make sure weekend without the weekend approachwe have food to send enough food. es, because they’re anhome with these kids. ticipating a weekend withSummer puts added pressure out enough food. on low-income parents According to Tanya Walker, GCC child care coordinator, our staff try to Angela painted a picture of their stress: teach kids to ask them for help. They’ll “As summer approaches, we see highsay, “If you’re hungry, just ask. We’ll stress families getting panicky. You can always help you get food.” Then they set your watch by it — it’s that predictable.

A man of Action Dion Johnson doesn’t doubt his grandmother saw talent in him at an early age, but he doesn’t believe she knew it would be photography. When he decided to make some life changes, photography was there waiting for him. Johnson started Action Photography and Graphic Design and uses hip-hop music as his driving force. Article on page 10

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Forging the future at Madison Brass Works Madison Brass Works was located in the dilapidated building that sits on Waubesa Street, across the Capital City Path from the Goodman Community Center. Forge, an exhibit featuring local artists, will use the industrial building as a backdrop during June. The building will then begin revitalization for use by Goodman. Article on page 21

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Volume 147, No. 3 • May l June 2017 Goodman Community Center • goodmancenter.org 149 Waubesa St. Madison, WI 53704 • Phone: 608.241.1574 • Fax: 608.241.1518 EASTSIDE NEWS VOLUNTEER STAFF Kelly Sauvage Angel, Ann Boyer, Julia Cechvala, Rick Dunn, Alesia Mayfield, Michelle McKiernan, Kathy Paul, Susan Pearson, Jean Rawson, Tom Sakash, Anna Skrzypczynska, Kelly April Tyrrell, Sheila Voss, Pamela Wiesen, Joanne Yanna, J. Yu

GOODMAN COMMUNITY CENTER STAFF Administration Executive Director: Becky Steinhoff HR Director: Lisa Jacob Finance Director: Mary Smith, CPA Assistant Finance Director: Dewayne Powell Director of Development: Jenny Pressman Communications and Community Giving Director: Kristin Groth Assistant Director of Communications: Kathleen Ward Development Associate: Barb Irvin Corporate and Events Associate: Jon Lica Executive Assistant: Edith Hilliard Volunteer Manager: Kate Katzban-Beren Volunteer Wisconsin AmeriCorps Member: Michelle Glazer

Operations and Facility Director of Facility Operations and Services: Derek Kruzicki Facility Use Manager: Margo Tiedt Office Manager: Tanya Martinez-Knauer Facility Use Coordinator: Kristi Kading Receptionists: Harvey Marks, Alesia Mayfield, Clarice Sarnowski, Emily Sha, Joanne Yanna Custodians: John Brindley, Tony Freiberg, Matt Marhoefer, Jamel Phillips, David Schmelzer Maintenance Manager: Bret Hagemeyer Working Class Catering Manager: David Fischer Catering Assistant: Brooke Klassy, J. J. Hilliard

Adults and Seniors Older Adult Program Director: Gayle Laszewski

Eastside News Editor: Becky Steinhoff Senior Editor: Kristin Groth Managing Editor: Kathleen Ward Advertising and Production: Dave Link

Food and Nutrition Kitchen Manager: Eric Gavins Program Cook: Felicia Williams, Tara Coberly-Horrall Dishwashers: Matt Marhoefer, Fred Sanders Working Class Catering Staff: Sue Besler, Darius Champion, Jennifer Cleereman, Joy Ebube, Arnold Farr, Romale Grant, William Kiesling, Johnny

The Goodman Community Center has many rooms available for one-time or ongoing meetings or events. We make reserving rooms easy with an online system, quality AV equipment, modern rooms and helpful staff. We have rooms for every occasion, including family gatherings, baby showers, birthday parties or wedding receptions. Rooms can accommodate as few as 20 people to as many as 150 guests. In addition to our historic, renovated main building, the Center also includes a 12,000-square-foot gymnasium, an outside green, a splash pad and a direct connection to the Capital City Bike Trail. GCC has a room to suit any occasion. The Center offers wireless access throughout the facility. needs. You and your guests will enjoy Need a caterer for your event? Our food and drinks that are both delicious Working Class Catering group employs and beautiful. teens side-by-side with catering profesFor pricing, details and room availsionals to provide a wide variety of meal ability, visit goodmancenter.org and options, all made from scratch. From click on “Reserving Rooms.” To read coffee and cookies to a full banquet with more about Working Class Catering, bar service, we offer a wide variety of visit goodmancenter.org/working-classcatering options to suit your specific catering. l

McDaniel, John Schwerin, Teresa Schwerin, Cameron Scott, Jamillya Steele, Cody Vogel, Casey Vue, Shelbi Watnem, Charles Wetzel, Vontice Williams, Dontravel Wilson, Nicholas White Catering Chefs: Chris Stephens, Nick Ellis, Desmond Willingham Food Pantry Coordinator: Jon Lica

Family Advocacy Community Organizer: Cliff Davis

Gym and Fitness Athletic Director: Tyrone Cratic Athletic Assistant: Terry Tiedt

Childcare Programs Director of Programs: Jennifer Lord Assistant Programs Director-Childcare: Angela Tortorice CLC Coordinator: Ashley Rounds Childcare Coordinator: Tanya Walker Early Childhood Education Coordinator: Nick Howard Academic Excellence Specialist: Monica Pembroke Early Childhood Education Teachers: Robert Bergeron, Anthony Crawford-Ferrell, Robin Crowell, Kate Freitag, Caitlin Garton, Emily Ochitill, Lindsay Jacobson, Betsy Ripple, Nate Schmolze Elementary Afterschool Teachers: Amie Bressers, Sara Butler, Deborah Crabtree, Zoe Delain, Chelsea Zawistowski, David Kelley, Miranda Starr, Cha Yang Drivers: Nicole Wetzel, LaToya Jackson

Youth Programs Youth Programs Manager: Megan Dow Middle School Coordinator: Arthur Morgan High School Programs Coordinator: Darian Wilson Male Youth Programs Coordinator: Howard Hayes LOFT Leader: Barry Davis LOFT PASS Americorps Members: Angelina Morales, Ivy Smit-Oistad FYI Manager: Zach Watson FYI Nutrition Education Specialist: Kellie Schweich FYI Evaluators: Aspen Foy, Journey Henderson, Alexus McClain, Sira Sangare, Sati Xiong FYI Fitness Support: Micah Barber, Shawn Longino Girls Inc. Coordinator: Carrie Breunig Girls Inc. of Greater Madison Outreach Coordinator: Pahoua Vang Lussier LOFT Girls Inc. Mentor: Courtney McCaw TEENworks Education Manager: Keith Pollock TEENworks Career Educator: Amy Mach TEENworks Career Organizer: Cliff Davis

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Food  from page 1 By the end of April or early May, they are so worried about finding affordable childcare for their children, and they can’t imagine how they’ll afford food to feed their kids nutritious meals three times a day.” Their budgets are tight during the school year when their children receive breakfast and lunch at school — adding food and childcare must seem absolutely daunting. Your gifts will help Goodman make summer camp — including those three meals a day — affordable. Or free. PHOTO: GCC ARCHIVE

bravery to get help for your family even when it’s hard. It’s an act of love. You’re taking care of your family — just like everyone else.”

The Fritz Food Pantry

Your gifts give people life-sustaining food … with a side of compassion.

For some people, our pantry is a lifeline

Food nourishes people’s body and spirit

Every Tuesday morning, Paul Ketterer comes to Goodman to volunteer in our pantry. He’s a friendly and reassuring guy who checks everyone in. He wants you to know, “The pantry is a definite real need. People have income levels where they’ll have $100 or $200 left after they pay for their housing — for the whole month. Some have no food at all. If people wonder if their gift makes a difference, tell them it absolutely makes a difference. A life and death difference.” Paul isn’t exaggerating.

In the summer, when gardens are producing, “I see total delight when they see fresh veggies,” Laurel said. “And it’s great to be able to tell someone who has dietary restrictions that we have glutenfree, sugar-free, low-salt and vegetarian options — whatever they need to stay healthy or get healthy.” Sometimes your gifts provide food that’s as important as the medicine.

It’s this simple: Your gift today will ensure we can help people who have grown to trust and count on us.

Summer camp provides food, but equally important — it lets kids be kids Your gifts help us welcome people We think it’s super important for kids to weekly, not monthly

have a summer filled with all kinds of On Wednesdays, Laurel Steffes checks life-enriching experiences. people in for the pantry, “I have a few Last May, Angela saw a short minutes with each cusmom waiting at the food tomer, but I get to know “Quite pantry with her three people. Most pantries children. She had that often people limit visits to one time super-stressed look. per month. When I tell cry on my shoulder Angela couldn’t help people they are welas a wave of relief but notice that the oldcome to come once a washes over them.” est, a girl, looked so, week, I see increduLaurel Steffens, so, sad. So she talked lous looks on their facFood Pantry Volunteer with the mom to see if es. They can’t believe it. Goodman could help — Quite often people cry on beyond pantry food. Turned my shoulder as a wave of relief out two of the kids go to one of our washes over them.” partner elementary schools. Without your gifts, we couldn’t help “This was a family we could help,” people as often. Angela said. “I went straight to Tanya, who registers families for our summer PHOTO: KATHLEEN WARD camp, and said, ‘That girl needs some fun. And that mom needs some support. Let’s get them signed up.’” Because of gifts from people like you, all three kids went to summer camp. They not only got fed three meals a day, they had a blast. By the second week, Reggie, 6, declared, “This is the BEST SUMMER EVER.” Your gifts will take adult burdens off kids and let them have a summer of fun.

Fresh fruit and veggies become the treat our kids want most Giving children and youth tasty, nutritious meals and healthy snacks is a priority. Broccoli, beets and bananas become treats. They learn how to make foods like hummus, tzatziki and curry. All our programs are designed to foster healthy habits for life. Your gifts help kids develop a taste for more healthy foods.

Laurel Steffes checks in our pantry customers with warmth and respect.

What happens in the food pantry, stays in the food pantry Pantry customers trust Laurel and they know she will not judge, so they confide in her: “I have a secret. I’m pregnant.” “My daughter has cancer.” And often with embarrassment, “I’ve never used a pantry before.” That’s when Laurel reassures them, “I think it’s a real act of

At Goodman, food is

REALLY BIG (and important)

in the summer How big? Last summer, Goodman served 21,000 meals to kids.

For the last four summers, youth and volunteers preserved 2,500 pounds of produce — healthy options to share with our food pantry customers.

Pantry shoppers find a sympathetic ear

Ava loves fresh fruits and vegetables. Summer camp provides meals and plenty of fun so kids can be kids — free of adult worries.

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We go through 50 gallons of milk every week.

Your gift may save someone’s life. Really. A big part of Paul’s role? He listens. And he hears people talk about all the hoops they have to jump through to get help. How they had to apply for food stamps three or four times before getting help. People with disabilities tell horror stories about being sent from one office to the next before getting answers or help. Then they get stigmatized for getting help. But Paul happily reported, “One of the good things at Goodman is there is none of that. Everyone is respected. No one is defined by their circumstances.”

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Seasonal, local foods are emphasized. We use organic whenever possible. When we can help a pantry customer feed their pet, they are so grateful.

Sometime we can surprise people with food for the love of their life “People will stop feeding themselves to feed their pets,” Laurel explained. “When I tell them we often have food for their pet, you wouldn’t believe the reactions we get. They melt. I think their pet might as well be their whole world. It may be the purest love in their life.” So, you can imagine that donations of pet food are always a welcome bonus. If you understand how important this is, you can donate pet food to help.

When our homeless friends find a home, they start eating better A Korean War vet recently shared that he got an apartment after decades of living in his van. “I got my own window. I got my own bed.” He didn’t have to live on a diet of cold, ready-to-eat food anymore — he could finally cook food because, as he said, “I got my own kitchen.” Your gifts will help provide food so people can make warm, nutritious meals.

Pantry guests can enjoy a delicious meal while waiting — absolutely free No one feels great about using a food pantry, but when we started offering a meal while people waited, the energy shifted. People started talking with each other. Teams of volunteers use pantry food to make incredible meals to delight our pantry customers. One morning our volunteers made and served blueberry stuffed French toast with maple syrup that Terese Allen, our lead volunteer chef on that team, tapped and boiled herself. (Sharing maple syrup? If that’s not love, what is?!) Your gifts help us add a bit of humanity to a trip to the food pantry.

Kids learn to grow food, cook food and eat healthy food. Veggie of the week helps kids expand their palates and try new foods. In the last four years, pantry use has increased by 40 percent. Kids learn table manners, like: “Please pass the beets.” We take time to sit down and share a meal and talk with each other. Goodman is one of two providers in Madison that produce meals for the federal summer food program. Last summer we delivered 2,400 wholesome meals to East Madison Community Center. 9 Food Works volunteers regularly collect food from their neighbors and deliver it to our pantry. Want to help? Contact kate@goodmancenter.org 206 volunteers gave 2,503 hours of help in all our food programs last summer. 113 volunteers worked 1,236 hours in our food pantry last summer. Every day 40-60 seniors come and enjoy a nutritious meal with friends. We cater many events at Goodman as part our youth employment program and we are a preferred vendor at 5 local venues: Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Lussier Family Heritage Center, Olbrich Gardens, The Domain and Warner Park Community Center.

Help nourish our community this summer. Give today. 1. Give online at goodmancenter.org. 2. Stop by Goodman and our receptionist can accept your gift. (We’d love to thank you in person!)

3. Pop your check in the mail to Goodman Community Center at: 149 Waubesa St., Madison, WI 53704 l

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Chocolate, beer and funky good vibes combine at ‘A Night Out For Goodman’ By Kathleen Ward, GCC assistant director of communications

Celebrate the Goodman Community Center with great brews, fine chocolates, funky music, a photo booth and carnival-style games at A Night Out For Goodman, Friday, June 9. Get ready to get down to Jaedyn James & The Hunger, a 10-piece raw funk, rock ‘n’ roll and soul band who burst onto the Minneapolis music scene in 2014. They bring incredible energy and grit to their performances. Of their show, their website states, “No stage too small. No dance floor too sticky. The band loves to play.” We have a number of talented local chocolatiers already committed, including (but not limited to) Batch Bakehouse, Brown Rice and Honey, Gail Ambrosious Chocolatier, The Looking Glass Bakery, Madison Chocolate Company and Willy Street Co-op. East and north side breweries Alt Brewing, Ale PHOTO: ALEXANDER JUST PHOTOGRAPHY

Jaedyn James & The Hunger.

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This indoor-outdoor celebration offers more than 60 beverages and dessert options. Asylum, Karben4, Next Door Brewing Company and One Barrel Brewing, along with Waunakee’s 3rd Sign Brewery, will be among those attending. We’re adding Goodman-themed carnival games to the event this year. We’re still finalizing details, but expect a twist on duck pond and fish bowl carnival games. All community members and supporters of the Center are invited to purchase tickets in support of our programs and services. Tickets are $47 and are available online at anofg.bpt.me, in-person at the Center or by calling the Center’s front desk at 608-241-1574. l

Wildly successful pop-up dinners place teens side-by-side with celebrated Madison chefs By Kathleen Ward, GCC assistant director of communications

Goodman’s TEENworks teen employment program has organized three successful pop-up dinners this winter and spring with acclaimed Madison chefs. When the Ironworks Cafe closed for its first winter season in 2015, staff and teens at the Center sought ways to host intentional food-related events outside of Goodman’s normal catering business, Working Class Catering. The goal of these dinners is to develop students’ employment skills, create additional teen employment opportunities and to serve affordable meals in a community atmosphere. The first pop-up dinner was held in March 2016 as a collaboration with chef Chris Myers of Fresco. This dinner, named “Taco Night,” welcomed more than 150 guests, far more than anticipated. In 2017, TEENworks decided to host a series of three pop-up dinners in FebruPHOTO: LAURA ZASTROW PHOTOGRAPHY

TEENworks student Johnny takes orders at the March 21 Cajun pop-up dinner with chef Chris Myers of Fresco.

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Chef Dan Bonanno (left) of A Pig in a Fur Coat shows TEENworks students how to plate brisket, barbecue chicken, baked beans, collards and corn bread at the Feb. 21 southern platter dinner. ary, March and April, each with a different chef. Teens assist with menu planning, meal preparation and front and back-ofhouse dinner service. Chef Dan Bonanno of A Pig in a Fur Coat worked with Goodman’s teens on the Feb. 21 southern platter dinner, Myers helped plan a March 21 Cajun dinner, and chef Jonny Hunter of Forequarter and the Underground Food Collective worked with teens for the April 18 comfort food dinner. The pop-up dinner series may resume this fall. To check for updates, visit goodmancenter.org or, even better, like us on Facebook. l

We’re so grateful for our dedicated volunteers By Kate Katzban-Beren, GCC volunteer manager

This past year, more than 1,400 volunteers donated more than 25,000 hours of their time. And that’s a conservative estimate. Volunteers support Goodman by mentoring youth, maintaining our gardens, welcoming visitors at the front desk, teaching fitness classes, helping to keep our data and records accurate, feeding the hungry, and writing and editing this paper. Goodman would not be nearly as effective in delivering programming and services without the tireless support of a dedicated volunteer base. As a small token of our immense gratitude during National Volunteer Appreciation Week, we presented our program and administrative volunteers with Goodman-branded tote bags and candles. Teens in Goodman’s Seed to Table program made the soy wax candles as part of their teen education and employment program, with instruction from

Volunteers received tote bags and soy wax candles, along with personal notes of thanks. Lyschel Bersch, owner of Karner Blue Candle and Supply on Monroe Street. The next time you’re in the Center, join us in thanking a volunteer for all they do to support our community. For more information about volunteering, visit goodmancenter.org/volunteer. l

A huge thanks to these GCC volunteers Alesia Mayfield Alexandra DeGrandis Alexandria Lazenby Algiers White Ali Allison Cooley Allison Schauf Alma Reinebach Alyssa Ivy Amanda Gallagher Amber Gratz Andrew Falion Andy Olson Andy Seleen Angelina Morales Anitra Hovelson Ann Boyer Anna Baden Anna Skrzypczynska Anna Walther Antwone Lewis Ardis Hempel Aron Martenyi Art Schlosser Asked Department Aspen Foy Ayren McGahee Benita Cooper Bernie Isaac Bert Bethany Nelson Biarpatch Billy Feitlinger Brittany Walker Bryan Stanley Capri Whiteley Carey Karabis Carina Knoespel Carl Landsness Carol McCann Carol Tyler Carole Hutchinson Carolyn FitzPatrick Cha Kai Yang Cheyenne Seffrood Chris Villanueva Cindy Daggett Clides Coker Cody Hurtado Cole Patzke Dan Lawton Dan Torress Daniel Hacker Darcy Haber

Darrell Stroud Dave Pauly Dave Santoso Debra Baker Debra Shapiro Demetrius Murry Denise Higgins Derek Johnson Domontae Tillman Dontaye Richardson Jr. Drew Ciancia Dwight Whylie Ed Jepsen Elisa Rosas Elixabeth Jortberg Emerson Sample Emma Backlund Erika Mueller Erin Schulenburg Ester Wiess Etas Carria Evelyn Hernandez Mora Francesca Gary Moseson Geneva Sergenian Geoff McCloskey Gillian McBride Given gift Groups Hannah Leedom Howard Bowman Hunter Panders Isaac Hecker Isaiah Neira Ivy Smit-Oistad Jacki Straavaldsen Jackie Kaplan Jackie Mei James Brodzeller James Green Jami Porter Jarje Bah Jason Beal Jean Rawson Jeanine Wahlquist Jeanne Bowman Jeff Schmidt Jeffery Collins Jenna Magill Jennette Manduka Jeremiah Green Jerry Gunderson Jessica Holzhauer Jessica Kossoris

Jim Freeman Jim Muehlenberg Jim Vilbig JoAnn Katzban Joanne Yanna Joe Pliska Joel Wall Joel Wish John Givens John Pembroke John Wagnitz John Wilson Jon Schultz Jonathan Beck Jonathan Gardner Jose Gutierrez Judith Rothschild Judy Gjertson Judy Yu Julia Kosier Julie Butler Kate Fretag Kathy Paul Kay Mackie Keith Heimforth Keith Vande Berg Kelly Forman Kelly Sauvage Angel Kevin Hutchins Kia Conrad Kim Fowler Kim Renfert Kimberly Wilson Kirsten Everspaugh Kyle Salisbury Lance Green Larry Orr LaToya Jackson Laura Phelan Laura Wilcox Laurel Steffes Lauren Hitter Lea Aschkenase Leah Sinclair Lee Winders Leo Warman Lewis Linda Johnson Loralee Brumund Louis Barone Madeline Zimmerman Maggie Schley Malachy Schrobilgen Mallory Ballard

Margaret Byfield Marge Ramer Marie Starich Marilyn Withers Mark Bollman Mark Kidd Marsha Kelly Martha Maurer Mary Connor Mary Gallagher Mary Malany Mary Manering MaryLou Taylor Matt Griffith Matthew Burks Maya Zahn-Rhine Megan Barry-Luglio Megan Williamson Meghan Blake-Horst Meghan Stern Meliek Henderson Melissa Hoey Micha Petersen Michael O’Neill Michelle Brayer Grejoire Michelle Glazer Michelle Green Michelle McKiernan Mike Geiger Mikki Smith Naehyria Burnett Nan Brien Nancy Gathing Naomi Kroencke Natalie Paasch Neil Skinner Nick Loden Paige Cameron Pamela Wiesen Patrick Cooper Patti Hemming Paul Paul Holzem Paul Ketterer Peg Davey Peggy Scott Peter Silver Phyllis Davis Ralph Pfeiffer Esther Weiss Randy Wong Read Eldred Rebecca Hotynski Richard Searer

Rick Dunn Rick Jones Rita Hindin Rita Roloff Rob Hetzel Roberta Ruder Roman Reynolds Rosalie Powell Rose Ann Scott Roy Cordova Ryan Anderson Ryan Bradetich Saeed Alqubaisi Sam Wall Sandra Graham Sandra Westly Sara Nowakowski Sarah Sturgeon Shannon Gallagher Shawn Sheila Voss Shelby Olstad Sheree Kehoe Sira Sangare Slow Food Souphaphone Maddox Stacey Gluck Stefanie Gedan Steve Danahey Steve King Steve Meiers Stuart Baker Sue Behnke Susan Curtis Susan Pearson Sydney Thomas Sylvia Pfender Tahaun Watts Takiya Townsend Tami Schlitz Terese Allen Terry Gunning Terry Murphy Tim Stellpflug Todd Le Tom Howes Tom Murphy Tom Sakash Toniece Horne Trevor Ross Trudi Delain Yolanda Levy Zachary Miller Zoie Bauer

Family Science Night celebrates science innovation and discovery By Angela Tortorice, GCC assistant director of childcare programs

In March, Goodman hosted our annual science, technology, engineering and math Family Fun Night in partnership with Lowell Elementary School. We were amazed to welcome more than 300 children, youth and caregivers this year. Goodman teachers and volunteers from all over the Madison community ran a variety of activities that encour-

aged everyone to play, learn and have some fun. A STEM-focused raffle awarded 10 lucky winners a prize to continue their exploration. One Lowell family shared, “We never miss this event! It is one of our favorites offered at Goodman!” A special thanks to Principal John Burkholder for attending and volunteering. l

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Recognizing GCC’s youth work professionals

Goodman celebrates the impact high-quality early childhood and afterschool programming have on youth development By Angela Tortorice, GCC assistant director of childcare programs PHOTO: NATE CLARK

The week of April 24 was full of celebration and appreciation for Goodman’s child and youth teaching teams. That week marked a dual national celebration of Week of the Young Child and Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week. Week of the Young Child, sponsored by the National Association for the Education Our youth staff host specialized workshops and of Young Children, is a call classes for students, including this one on maskfor the nation to rally around making with guest artist Julio Enrique Flores. the needs of young children shaping their learning and development. and their families and to recognize the importance and impact that high quality Research continues to show that quality care during afterschool hours boosts early childhood programs have on the participants’ grades, promotes physical lives of our youngest community memand emotional health, ensures a child’s bers. safety during critical hours of the day, Now more than ever before, we have and exposes youth to new experiencdata that establishes the critical imes. Yet, never before have the needs of portance of children’s earliest years in young children and their families been PHOTO: MCINTIRE PHOTOGRAPHY more at risk. This year, Goodman was proud to partner with the National AfterSchool Association to celebrate our staff who are providing children and youth with comprehensive, quality programming during out-of-school-time hours. An estimated 10.2 million children participate in afterschool programs each year. If Goodman kids learn new skills and you have the chance, tell a teacher their independence from an early age, with efforts make a difference! l assistance from staff.

GCC teen participant inspires staff and peers By Howard Hayes, GCC male youth program coordinator

Neecole is a young woman who attends the Goodman Community Center’s Lussier Loft program five days a week. She is brilliant, funny and has an amazing relationship with her peers. No matter where she goes, she has admirers who look up to her. Her personality is contagious. You may see her at Goodman participating in our leadership council, basketball, at dances with her friends, or showcasing her emcee skills. She is a complete joy to be around. At the beginning of last year, she faced the challenge of moving to a new school and meeting new friends. Her grades started to drop and her personality didn’t seem as upbeat. As the year went along, she began to adapt to her new school and make new friends. Neecole has been recognized by our staff as one of the youth who has made the biggest change in themselves, which in turn has inspired her peers at Goodman.

When there is conflict, she is the first person to support the feelings of her peers and help them find a resolution. This mentality carries over into Neecole. her school day, too. We receive emails from her teachers stating things like, “Neecole has been doing great on our end and sticking to the plan. She works with a tutor on Mondays and Wednesdays, and mostly uses her leadership powers for good. I’m proud of her!” and, “She’s doing better with the (math) material, getting things done in class and grades.” At the end of this school year, Neecole will be moving to Springfield, Illinois. She will be a freshman in high school and will be very much missed here at the Lussier Loft. We wish her best of luck and hope she knows that she always has a home here with Goodman. l

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Event emcee Lisa Peyton-Caire (center) shared inspirational stories as part of the Girls Inc. of Greater Madison celebration on Innovators and Pioneers, held on March 8 — International Women’s Day.

Girls Inc. celebration brings together strong, smart and bold women and girls By Kathleen Ward, GCC assistant director of communications

The Goodman Community Center has been successfully expanding Girls Inc. of Greater Madison since 2013 — and programming is now offered at 10 community sites across Dane County. To celebrate and inspire the hundreds of girls who participate in Girls Inc., girls and staff organized and hosted a Girls Inc. celebration on International Women’s Day with more than 260 guests. Because career mentorship is a core component of Girls Inc., girls chose to highlight inspiring science innovators with a cocktail-hour exhibit. Girls created display boards of women innovators like scientist Crystal Jones, Center Risk Manager at NASA, and other aerospace pioneers.

Guests had an opportunity to participate in one-on-one discussions with the girls about the exhibit. During the program, keynote speaker Eunique Jones Gibson highlighted her experience photographing the “Because of Them, We Can” campaign for Black History Month. She spoke about the importance of trusting in the strength of one’s own vision and encouraged girls to stand up and participate during her talk. Special thanks to emcee Lisa PeytonCaire of Summit Credit Union and introductory speaker Telisa Yancy, American Family Insurance chief marketing officer. To learn more about Girls Inc. of Greater Madison, visit goodmancenter. org/girlsinc. l

Participate in outings along Starkweather Creek Bike the creek with Amber Krueger Saturday, May 20, 10-11:30 a.m. Avid bicyclist Amber Krueger will take you on an easy, merry ride to discover a few of the bike paths, side streets and natural areas that border Starkweather Creek, from Olbrich Park all the way to Madison College and the far east side. To participate, meet in the Goodman Community Center lobby at 10 a.m. with your bike and helmet.

Natural art creations with Suzi Grindrod Saturday, June 17, 10-11:30 a.m. Naturalist Suzi Grindrod will take you

on an art adventure along Starkweather Creek and help kids of all ages create nature artwork. To participate, meet in the GCC lobby at 10 a.m. Bird and Nature Outings at Starkweather Creek are held on the third Saturdays of every month. No registration is required. These outings are co-sponsored by Madison FUN Friends of Urban Nature, Madison Parks, Madison Audubon, Goodman Community Center and Friends of Starkweather Creek. For more information, visit cityofmadison.com/parks or call 608-698-0104. l

Splish splash on our splash pad starting May 27 PHOTO: DR. ROB SAN JUAN

The Goodman Community Center splash pad is getting ready to kick off its third summer in May. We plan to be open May 27 to Sept. 4 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily (or as long as temperature allows). Check the GCC website and Facebook page before visiting for updates on inclement weather or unscheduled closures. And just a friendly remindGCC childcare programs made frequent use of the er: swim apparel or clothing splash pad last summer. should be worn at all times. The Goodman Community D. Goodman Foundation for their generCenter thanks the Irwin A. and Robert ous gift to the community. l

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A BIG thanks to these community-minded businesses and organizations

MSCR making it more likely that people with low-incomes can enjoy pontoon rides

These organizations have donated time and/or resources to help keep our programs strong.

Goodman is one of several outlets for tickets

Thanks to these organizations who supported us in February and March

By Kristin Groth, GCC assistant director of communications

Blaise Besant loves being a captain for the Madison School Community Recreation pontoon boats at Tenney Park, but one thing bothered him, “Our drop-in tickets are only $6 per person but we all know there are individuals and families that can’t afford to be spending money on boat rides. It bothers me that so many people who live in the Madison area are left without any opportunity to get out on the lakes.” Bent on changing that, Besant approached MSCR staff and together they launched a new initiative so people of all income levels can enjoy the pontoon boats. Kind people have generously donated funds to cover the cost of tickets so they can be free for people who couldn’t afford the normal fee. Starting June 5, if you’d like a ticket for yourself or a group you’re organizing, you can get them at the GCC reception desk. If you accept this gift of

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A Fund for Women

Madison Parks

American Family Mutual Insurance Company

Madison Rotary

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MSCR pontoon boat rides are fun for people of all ages. free tickets, please make sure to use them. Tickets are good through July 31. Drop-in pontoon rides leave from Olin, Olbrich or Tenney parks every day of the week. The Tenney Park Boat Pier is wheelchair accessible. For the full schedule and more information, see mscr.org or look for a brochure in the GCC lobby. l PHOTO: KRISTIN GROTH

Monty’s Blue Plate Diner

Aspect Foundation

National Guardian Life Insurance Company

BMO Harris Bank

National Mutual Benefit

Child Care Tuition Assistance Program

North/Eastside Senior Coalition

City of Madison CMI Management

Overture Center for the Arts ReThreads

Second Harvest Foodbank of Community Action Coalition for Southern Wisconsin South Central Wisconsin St. Bernard Catholic Church Culver’s Strang, Patteson, Renning, Lewis Department of Health and Social & Lacy, s.c. Services Sub-Zero Empowering You: UW Madison Summit Credit Union Epic Systems Corporation The Madison Club Friends of Starkweather Creek UW School of Nursing Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier Wegner CPAs GCC Volunteers West Bend Foundation Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman WI-CCP Tuition Reimbursement Foundation Wisconsin Department of Public J.H. Findorff & Son Instruction Madison Black Chamber of Wisconsin Energy Conservation Commerce Corporation Madison FUN Friends of Urban Zendesk Nature Madison-Kipp Corporation Madison Metropolitan School District

Thank you!

Megan Krueger (left) and Becky Jones, employees at Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation, unload a carload of personal care products their co-workers donated. They collected five large boxes of toiletries, some purchased and some from hotel stays, along with more than 100 cardboard boxes Goodman will be able to reuse. On top of that, they made a financial gift. Toiletries are a great gift because Goodman staff like to have personal care items handy so they can quietly help kids or adults who need them, and our food pantry customers are always grateful to find toiletries on the shelves.

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Preschool, Tanya Walker

Multicultural baby dolls Body pillows with zippered covers Swimsuits, sizes 3T-6T; new Beach towels, new only Sand toys and sand shovels Shorts, new, sizes 3T-6T Zip locks, all sizes Gel pens

Afterschool, Tanya Walker

Boys Group, Howard Hayes

Laptop compatible with Microsoft software Mural supplies (paint, primer, brushes, air brushes, plywood) Tickets to sporting events

FYI-Fit Youth Initiative, Zach Watson Sports equipment (all types of balls) Soccer shoes, indoor and outdoor

Dry-erase markers, new Large square pillows for sitting Underwear, new; youth size 6-14 Swimsuits, new; sizes 6-14 Shorts, new; sizes 6-14 Food coloring Tie-dye fabric dye, assorted colors White t-shirts, kids sizes S-XL; new

Live Soundz Program, Zach Watson

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Backpacks, gently used Bananagrams/Scrabble or other board games appropriate for middle and high school students Drawing supplies (drawing paper, drawing pencils and colored pencils) Dry-erase boards and markers, small

Girls Inc., Carrie Breunig Markers, scissors and craft supplies Kindle or tablets Chalk board markers Headphones Computer speakers Painting canvases, new Blue fabric and fabric paint, new Blow-up palm trees

Girls Inc. of Greater Madison, Pahoua Vang Sharpies, new Biographies of historical women Art kits for youth and teens, new Journals for youth and teens, new Gift cards to book stores

Instruments (keyboard, percussion, guitar, saxophone, flute, trumpet or trombone), well-functioning

Gym, Tyrone Cratic Dodge balls and Gator Skin Softi balls Basketballs, new or used Duncan Hines cake mixes and frostings (four each per flavor of cakes and frostings) Nintendo Wii games, physically active games like Dance Revolution

TEENworks, Keith Pollock

activities for everyone Find details for these activities online at goodmancenter.org Preschool Early Childhood Education programs Parent-Tot time, Tuesdays and Thursdays

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

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

High 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

La Leche League NA Traditions Ping-Pong SASY Neighborhood Association TangoBasico Lessons, Argentinian Tango Women of Worthington, contact latoya@goodmancenter.org Yoga, Mondays, Fridays and Sunday morning/afternoon Zumba

Older Adults 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

GCC also offers many drop-in fitness activities, including Zumba, yoga, soccer, basketball, volleyball and open gym. Check our activities calendar for the most upto-date information.

To register for a class

All programs: All of our programs desire gift cards to Target, Amazon and Walgreens.

To report changes or errors

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Measuring cups/spoons, stainless steel Pasta roller Ziplock bags, gallon and quart sizes Canning jars, pint size Marcus Theatres movie passes

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.

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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.

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If registration is required, the contact person or organization listed online will handle fees and registration. Email: kathleen@goodmancenter.org

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 for Memorial Day,

Monday, May 29

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.

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

Fritz Food Pantry Hours

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

Splash Pad

Open May 27 to Sept. 4, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Check our website for inclement weather or unscheduled closures.

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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.

For more information, contact Laura Flint at 608-577-4742 or LJFaccting@att.net. Upcoming exercise dates: May 8 | June 12 First Tuesdays 12:45-1:30 p.m.

Senior planning meeting

Gayle Laszewski

Join the FUN!

activities include table volleyball, arm hula hoops, indoor horsehoes, kickboxing and seated dance kickboxing. These fun exercises will improve your endurance, coordination and muscle strength.

Do you have any ideas for future older adult programs or suggestions to enhance our existing programs? Come and share your ideas and thoughts at our older adult program planning meeting. You will have the opportunity to meet Goodman staff and learn about programs offered.

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 provide good nutrition and a great place to make friends — new and old. Everyone 60+ is welcome For a meeting schedule or to share to join in. Meet us in Bolz Room A for some fun! ideas, please contact Gayle.

Older adult activities mix fun and food First time joining us?

Please come a bit early and fill out two short registration forms. One form is to help us help you in case of an emergency, and the other form helps us with reporting to our funders.

Affordable transportation

Monday through Friday you can catch a ride to the Center for only 50 cents each way. If you live in the service area of the North/Eastside Senior Coalition, or if you live north of Buckeye Road and this side of the Interstate, you can catch a ride with Transit Solutions for lunch at the Goodman Community Center Senior Program. Simply call the GCC front desk at 608-241-1574 by noon the business day before the day you wish to come for lunch. Ask to be put on the ride list for the following meal day and await your ride!

cancel your ride after 2 p.m. or on weekends, call Transit Solutions at 608-294-8747.

Upcoming meeting dates: May 2 | June 6 Second Tuesdays 1-2 p.m.

Ask nurse Andy

GCC is happy to continue our monthly program, “Ask nurse Andy,” featuring Andy Olson, RN. Mondays and Wednesdays At each session, we will discuss Nickel bingo after lunch Come for lunch and stay for the fun, a topic based upon your interests, or just come to play. Where else can followed by time for questions you have so much fun for a nickel? and answers. Nurse Andy will be available for one-on-one questions Lunch — hours and details following the discussions. Doors open at 10 a.m. • Tuesday, May 9 Salad served at 11:45 a.m. Learn about vaccinations Lunch served following salad Learn how vaccines work, Bingo — hours and details which ones contain a live virus, Mondays: 12:45-2 p.m. Wednesdays: and what vaccines or boosters 12:45-2:30 p.m. you need as an adult.

• Tuesday, June 13 Mondays An overview of cancer Free blood pressure and Learn what causes cancer, what blood sugar testing types of cancer exist, how cancer is treated and how to reduce Do you know what your blood presvulnerability to certain cancers. sure and glucose levels are? We are offering free blood pressure checks Tuesdays 10:30-11:45 a.m. 11:30 a.m. to noon Mondays in the Need to cancel a ride? Philosophy and short fiction Bolz A room. Call the Center by noon the business discussions alternate weekly High blood pressure makes your day before the meal day, and we Join Madison College professor heart work too hard and increases will cancel your ride. If you need to Dr. Joseph Lynch for philosophy your risk of heart disease and discussions, and on alternate weeks, stroke. You can have high blood FRIENDS NEEDED pressure and not know it. Come for discuss short fiction with activist and retired journalist Dan Melton. Open free testing each week! l to all adults. serve a meal or just engage in conversation with the young at Second Mondays 3-3:30 p.m.

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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: May 13 & 20 | June 10 Third Wednesdays 11 a.m. to noon*

Answers to your everyday concerns

Do you need help getting your health benefits set up? Do you have questions about housing? Kate Shenker, MSW, from the North/ Eastside Senior Coalition is at the Center Thursdays 11 a.m. to noon to find answers and resources for you. Upcoming dates: May 17 | June 21 Thursdays 9:30 a.m. and 12:25 p.m.

Movie double feature

Join us for documentaries, movies, DVD lectures and/or music before, during and after our senior lunch. Open to all adults. Check listings or schedule at uproar21.us or call John at 608-5159470. Wednesdays and Fridays

Gentle Exercise and Tai Chi

This gentle mind/body exercise and relaxation program is designed especially for people with arthritis, joint pain or any kind of stiffness. These range-of-motion exercises are recommended by doctors and therapists to keep joints flexible and can be practiced both sitting and standing. Hours and details Gentle Exercise class meets on 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 $2 suggested donation. Led by Sarah Watts, certified Range of Motion instructor. For more information, contact Sarah Watts at 608-244-9424. Continued on next page

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OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS at the Goodman Community Center Continued Thursdays 11:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and Sundays 1-4 p.m.

Ping-Pong

Come play Ping-Pong. New players always welcome.

Monday, May 1

UW Health presentation: Understanding stroke

Stroke is the leading cause of disability in the United States, but it is also a leading preventable cause of Friday mornings disability. Learn about the warning Live jazz and blues signs of a stroke and when to seek Often on Friday mornings, Paris assistance, May 1 from 1-2 p.m. Blues, with Jim Willett, Larry LivChris Whelley, registered nurse ingston and Al Hough, play jazz and stroke program coordinator at from about 10-11 a.m. It’s not a the University of Wisconsin, will formal performance — you can still discuss how to recognize a stroke read the paper or talk with your and what to do if you witness or friends while they play. experience symptoms. This interactive presentation will Fridays 12:45-2:30 p.m. provide a better understanding of Fun Fridays strokes, along with an opportunity Come join the fun on Friday afterto assess your own risk. noons with music, games, cards and Chris holds certifications in both puzzles. stroke and neuroscience nursing and has worked in stroke systems of Fourth Fridays 1-2:30 p.m. care for most of her career.

soda. Cash bar available. Tickets can be purchased at the Goodman’s front desk. This bash is sponsored by the North/Eastside Senior Coalition, Madison Senior Center and Goodman Community Center. Wednesday, June 11

Sign up for this year’s farmers’ market vouchers at Goodman, June 21 from 11 a.m. to noon. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program offers low-income older citizens an opportunity to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs from certified farmers. Senior FMNP checks can be used from June 1 through October 31 at any participating farmers market or roadside stand in Wisconsin. To qualify, applicants must be Computer and cell phone at least 60 years old, live in Dane lessons and assistance with Tuesday, May 16 County and meet the income eligibilZendesk staff UW Arboretum spring tour ity requirements. Gross income must Do you have trouble understanding Come join us for a tour of the be less than $21,978 per year for a today’s technology? Would you beautiful blooms of spring at the one-person household or $29,637 per like to learn how to send photos or University of Wisconsin Arboretum. year for a two-person household. an email? Want help with your cell The arboretum is known for its By signing the application, you phone? Staff from Zendesk software lilacs, magnolia trees, flowering will be self-declaring that you company will be available each crabapples and tulips. qualify for this program. If you month to meet with you one-on-one The artboretum’s Longenecker are found to be ineligible, you will to answer your questions. UpcomHorticultural Gardens holds one be asked to return the vouchers or ing lessons include: of the largest displays of lilacs in repay the amount. Only one voucher North America. Lilac plantings • May 26: How to create contact set is available per season for each from 1935 can still be seen today. groups and send text messages household. Wear comfortable shoes for an • June 23: How to sell items or post For more information, contact optional walk. We’ll view a short to Craigslist. Mary Browning at 608-261-5678 or film prior to the walk. Feel free to drop in. Board games browning.mary@countyofdane.com. Join us for lunch (suggested and Wii games will also be availdonation $4) at the Goodman Comable to make this a fun event. Wednesday, June 14 munity Center following the tour. Cost of the tour is $5. Transporta- Summer patio party with live Sign up for one-on-one help music tion is provided. A van will leave with your health goals Goodman’s older adult program will the center at 9:30 a.m. and return NEW OFFERING kick off summer with a barbecue, at noon. For reservations, contact Goodman’s older adult manager June 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Gayle. Gayle Laszewski, certified health Enjoy burgers, potato salad, watercoach, is available for 15-minute Wednesday, May 31 melon, lemonade and ice cream. health coaching sessions by apSummer Boomer Bash Suggested donation for lunch is $4. pointment. Get clarification on your Lunch will be served outdoors and Come kick off the summer with a goals, identify potential barriers and live music will be provided by local bash at the Goodman Community create action steps to successfully musician Cliff Frederiksen. Cliff is a Center, May 31 from 5:30-8 p.m. accomplish your goals. nationally known guitarist and singer Get your dancing shoes on and For more information or to set up enjoy a line dancing demonstration with an extensive jazz, blues and an appointment, call Gayle. country repertoire. and music from DJ Amy Tweig of After lunch, challenge yourself Kuhl Entertainment. Mingle, meet others with similar with croquet, ladder golf and other yard games — or make use of Goodinterests and make new friends. The Center will close Monday, Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at man’s splash pad. Contact Gayle to the door. Admission includes snacks make a reservation. l May 29 for Memorial Day. and a choice of one beer, wine or

OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS in the community Theater Bus for adults 55 and over Call 608-257-0003 or email theaterbus@tds.net. Wednesday, May 17

‘She Loves Me’

A musical comedy gem at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, Illinois, set in a 1930s European parfumerie, where shop clerks Amalia and Georg, more often than not, don’t see eye to eye. Cost $97 and includes lunch.

Thursday, May 25

Branson on the Road

This tribute to Americana salutes America’s great cities and towns with well known songs. This show is at the Palace Theater in the Wisconsin Dells. Cost is $77. Lunch is included.

Sunday, June 4

‘And Then There Were None’

This adaptation of Agatha Christie’s novel is set on an island, with guests beset by mysterious disappearances. This performance is at the Sunset Playhouse in Elm Grove, Wisconsin. Cost is $71. Lunch is included.l

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May 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 11:45 a.m. Tossed salad followed by the main entrée Monday, May 1 Cheese & Bean Quesadillas | Corn Tuesday, May 2 Beef Tips & Noodles | Broccoli Wednesday, May 3 Herbed Chicken | Carrots Thursday, May 4 Baked Ziti | Peas Friday, May 5 Chicken Parmesan | Green Beans Monday, May 8 Sloppy Joes | Sweet Potatoes Tuesday, May 9 Chicken Fajitas | Black Beans Wednesday, May 10 Baked Fish | Glazed Carrots Thursday, May 11 Beef Stir-Fry | Corn Friday, May 12 Egg Salad Sandwiches | Veggie Soup Monday, May 15 Macaroni & Cheese | Peas Tuesday, May 16 Roasted Chicken | Zucchini Wednesday, May 17 Cheeseburger | Potato Wedges Thursday, May 18 Spaghetti with Meatballs | Carrots Friday, May 19 Pork Ribs | Broccoli Monday, May 22 Chicken Stir-Fry | Mixed Veggies Tuesday, May 23 Bean & Cheese Burrito | Corn Wednesday, May 24 BBQ Chicken | Tomato Soup Thursday, May 25 Pulled Pork | Greens Friday, May 26 Turkey Wraps | Sweet Potatoes Monday, May 29 - CLOSED Tuesday, May 30 Glazed Chicken | Green Beans Wednesday, May 31 Spaghetti with Meat | Potatoes The June menu can be picked up at the Center by mid-May l

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Happy and you know it? Come to Monday Night Kids’ Night at the Harmony By Anna Skrzypczynska, Eastside News

The Harmony Bar and Grill, one of Madison’s classic neighborhood bars, affably and unassumingly describes itself as a “friendly tavern.” But take a closer look at the activities in this Atwood Avenue spot, and you’ll see that there’s something for everybody — including kids and families. Every Monday from 5:30-6:15 p.m., the Harmony’s floor is filled with kids ages 2-8 boogying away to the music of David Landau, one of Madison’s celebrity children’s entertainers. Landau, who was once a first-grade teacher in Verona, travels to schools, libraries and entertainment venues performing music programs for kids. He gets kids to have fun and learn something along the way. His passion, aside from music, is “helping children understand themselves and the world around them,” as he writes on his website. His music includes a repertoire of classics such as “Wheels on the Bus,” “If You’re Happy and You Know It” and “Skip to My Lou,” as well as songs of his own. Landau has been voted 2016 Children’s Performer of the Year by the Madison Area Music Association, 2007 Best Kids’ Entertainment by Madison Magazine, and in 2008, Best Children’s Musi-

cian by Madison Magazine. He has also been a Parents’ Choice Award winner. On a slow night, the Harmony welcomes between 45-50 people for the event, and on a busier one, 75-80, said Brad Czachor, the tavern’s owner. While kids dance and get their energy out, parents can watch and relax at the back of the room over good food and beer in a safe, friendly environment. The event has received good feedback from the community, Czachor said. Landau’s shows are interactive, generating an enthusiastic response from kids. Knowing how to keep the energy up, Landau captures the attention of his young crowd by doing a countdown to the final minute of his show. At the end of the show, the audience can expect Landau to move to the edge of the stage and strum his guitar to wind everyone down, leaving both kids and parents happy. Living up to its name, the Harmony, with the magic of one of Madison’s best children’s showmen, turns a traditionally unanticipated day of the week into one to look forward to — and to look back upon. The Harmony Bar and Grill is located at 2201 Atwood Ave. For more information on its menu or event schedule, visit harmonybarandgrill.com. l

By Michelle McKiernan, Eastside News

We treasure our photographs because our memories aren’t always reliable. In addition to returning us to a time and place, a picture can bring back the feeling in a moment. Dion Johnson, owner of Action Photography and Graphic Design on Atwood Avenue, remembers how he felt during his first photo shoot. He was 9 years old and capturing a family vacation in Jackson, Mississippi, with a disposable camera his grandmother gave him for the trip. “I was noticing time, image, color — doing lighting,” he recounted, even though he didn’t understand any of that at the time. Johnson doesn’t doubt that his grandmother saw something in him, but doesn’t believe she knew it was photography. That little disposable camera, he realizes now, presented the opportunity to expand his perspective. Johnson likes those candid, relaxed moments before the official pose. Looking over his recent “Black in Business” shoot offers a perfect example of just such moments, as well as those of the “official” poses. Soft spoken and engaging, Johnson considers his words carefully when discussing aesthetics that words cannot adequately describe. “A portrait or a picture is music for the eye,” Johnson said. “I want to make still music.” Happy to shoot anything, he spoke about his recent work with Clientele Magazine. “I like that world of creativeness and imagery,” Johnson explained. “You can see the glow on people. The artists feel good, the models feel beautiful.” Looking ahead, Johnson is open to jobs that will send him traveling with his camera. “I’d like to shoot in another country — a city, a village, anyplace I can capture other people in their setting.” If he had to pick a place today, it would be Brazil. Johnson describes Madison’s DarboWorthington Neighborhood as “very busy” when he was growing up there in the late 1980s and early ’90s. A graduate of East High School, his early experience with photography was obscured for a while by his love for music, particular-

Dion Johnson owner of Action Photography and Design on Atwood Avenue. ly hip-hop. When he decided to make some life changes in his 20s, photography was there waiting for him. It was a language he already knew, and he was ready to become fluent. Describing his work as “struggle driven,” he didn’t leave the music behind but let it inform new endeavors. “Hip-hop is a driving force in my photography. You can put it in any category,” Johnson said. He also has a talented young assistant at Action Photography — Imani Braxton, a senior at Memorial High School. “It’s not only that she’s kin,” said Johnson. “I love her eye. She’s someone you should look out for in the future.” Braxton will likely say the same thing in her bright future that Johnson made a point of telling me: “I always had good mentors.” For more information call 608-5569995 or visit Action Photography and Graphic Design on Facebook. l

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Sit down and sample at BarleyPop Tap and Shop By Tom Sakash, Eastside News

Forty taps. Bottles to purchase. Growlers. Even something called a crowler. There’s something for just about every east side beer lover at the new BarleyPop Tap and Shop at 2045 Atwood Ave. “We’re not just a bar, and we’re not just a bottle shop,” said co-owner Jason Hajdik, who opened the taproom with business partner Brandon Dorman in early February. “It’s the best of both worlds.” Customers can pull up a chair and sample the offerings, purchase bottles from the establishment’s giant wall of beers or haul home their favorites in 64-ounce growlers. There are also 32-ounce aluminum cans called crowlers, which are filled and sealed on site. Among the long and colorful row of taps behind the bar, beers range from the ultra local — with selections available from nearby microbreweries such

as One Barrel and Next Door brewing companies — to both obscure and established takes from breweries across the state, region and nation. Hajdik said the goal is to represent the craft-brew scene on the east side of Madison, while also offering at least a few beers patrons have likely yet to encounter. “We really want to support the neighborhood breweries. They brew really good beer here,” Hajdik said. In the near future, Hajdik and Dorman hope to add wine to BarleyPop’s assortment of taps. While the taproom doesn’t serve food, the duo plans to partner with local food trucks to fill that need. “We really love the neighborhood. It’s a really nice mix of people,” Hajdik said. “There’s always a lot happening.” l

Learn about screen printing with Polka! Press By Michelle McKiernan, Eastside News

If you have been wondering what happened to the print collective that used to be on Atwood Avenue, wonder no more. Polka! Press is pumping art into the community from its shared space at 2132 Fordem Ave. Originally named Madison Print Coop, Polka! was founded by local printmakers Heather Buechler and Tracy Honn in 2010. You don’t have to look too hard around Madison for creative print work. A lot of those cards, posters and textiles (you’ve been loving and buying) were printed at Polka! by one of the 20 or so members who keep the shared space alive with ink and ideas. They want to share those ideas (and their ink) with you, too. Polka! artists offer workshops on a regular basis. From the novice to the experienced, everyone is welcome to learn print arts in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.

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Jim Doherty (608) 445-1280 Polka! Press materials from the Print & Resist show at Madison Central Library in March. Over the next few weeks, you can leave a screen printing workshop with your own watercolor monoprint portfolio or personally designed stationery with envelopes. The good folks at Polka! look forward to making art with you. Registration is required. For more information, visit polkapress. org/news. If you are interested in Polka! Press membership, the application can be found there, too. l

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When the machines have straps, pullies, springs and chains, and when they’ve been given names like “The Reformer” and the “Spine Corrector,” it’s hard to imagine finding ease or relief in a Pilates studio. But the calmness and expertise with which Jules Wolf Stenzel, proprietor of the newly opened Jules Pilates at 2160 Atwood Ave., Jules Wolf Stenzel in her newly opened studio, which guides her students on offers more than just pilates machines. these machines, all the level, on the nervous system, and on the tension — both physical mental and emotional levels.” and mental — seems to smooth away And that’s regardless of age, Stenzel “It feels good to the body,” she said, referring to the Pilates machines, which said, pointing out that she has a client stand erect in various places throughout who’s 82 years old who can now balance and exercise in ways she’d never done her 800-square-foot studio. “What the before. equipment makes you feel is … floaty, For newcomers, Stenzel recommends taller, more relaxed, flexible. These are scheduling an initial consultation so that exercises that allow your body to balshe and her staff can determine the apance itself out.” propriate course of exercises. While PiStenzel’s studio offers more than just lates classes are no larger than four peoPilates, however. It also features a vaple, the studio can accommodate much riety of yoga and meditation classes, helping students in both body and mind, larger yoga and meditation classes. Stenzel also offers a new-client packStenzel said. age, in addition to scholarships for those “We’re in here to learn how to drive facing financial hardship. in traffic,” she joked. “This is a fullfledged, mind-body studio. We work you For more information or to contact the from the inside out, both on the physical studio, visit julespilates.com. l

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East Side Haikus from community poets

Last year’s soggy leaves Lie by the stump. But listen! Busy earthworms gnaw.

the big loud east side whistles, barks, bubbles and yells except in winter

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Kites, bikes, boats and trains – Legal intoxication! Four seasons’ pleasures

summer evening aerial dancers unfurl fabric from live oaks

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tree top symphony golden orb gilding the lake Monona sunrise

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Robin songs fill the air At the Jenifer Street stop. A bike rumbles by.

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Thanks to Kelly Sauvage Angel for her work organizing and curating this project.

Greg Miller We’d love to publish more east side haikus in our July-August edition. Tell us what you notice on your evening walks, what happenings inspire or annoy you, as well as anything else that captures your attention or celebrates the uniqueness of our neighborhood. To submit haikus, email up to three to esneditorial@goodmancenter.org.

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Improvements coming to Jackson St. Plaza By Jason Tish, SASYNA representative

The Schnek-Atwood-Starkweather-Yahara Neighborhood Association is working with neighbors and city staff to make some improvements to the small area of open space known as Jackson Street Plaza — the little park-like space between the Chocolate Shoppe ice cream shop and Barrique’s café. Since 2012, use of the space has increased dramatically as the Atwood Avenue business district has grown and thrived. Last summer, SASY conducted two focus groups and two online surveys to collect input from neighbors and users on how they use the space, and how they would like to see it used (or not used) in the future. The broad goals that emerged from that input are: • Add some seating options. • Keep the grassy, park-like character of the space. • Reduce risks of conflict between pedestrians and cyclists moving through the area. • Add bike parking in or near the plaza. • Plant some new shade trees to replace the diseased elm tree that was removed last summer. Over the winter we worked with city of Madison Planning and Engineering staff to develop a plan for the plaza based on

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Prepare for the unexpected with a health care power of attorney document By Amy Scarr, Dane County Department of Human Services

Take advantage of Madison Gas and Electric’s smart thermostat incentive offer If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your thermostat, smart thermostats are now an even smarter purchase with a $75 incentive from Wisconsin’s Focus on Energy program. The smart thermostat incentive offer is available to Madison Gas and Electric customers with some qualifications. Smart thermostats can control the temperature in homes remotely via a smartphone, tablet or computer. They also analyze data to automatically adjust how a home’s heating and cooling

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Open Doors works with Syrian refugees By Ann Boyer, Eastside News

lish as a Second Language classes for additional help in learning English. These families come from a range of backgrounds. Some had lived in small villages where they never dealt with a bank. They had to learn that banks were safe places to keep your money. Some of the adults hadn’t finished school and may not have learned to write in Arabic. When you come from a village, Madison can seem overwhelming. You must learn to use public transportation to get around. You have to face supermarkets where all you have to go on is the picture on the package. You’re among strangers much of the day. Small things we take for granted are huge for them. Other Syrian families were citydwellers. Some had the opportunity for higher education. For one family, the questions were about what was next in terms of a degree or accreditation equivalents and what courses to take to get a job in their field. Different families, different challenges. Open Doors held a welcoming potluck for the 10 families who’d been in Madison for between one month and a year. “We ate together, then we organized the group into smaller units of one family, one translator and one member of Open Doors’ leadership council,” ElNossery said. “Our questions were ‘How are you doing? What are your urgent needs now? How can we help?’” A list was made of people’s most urgent needs such as more language skills, employment advancement, and, for some, greater social integration in their own group, as well as in the larger community. “These people are really very optimistic; they’re open and eager to learn. Overall, they’re moving on. Every day you can see progress,” El-Nossery said. “Open Doors for Refugees welcomes refugees to the greater Madison area. Our intention is to help our community see refugees as a positive enrichment and contribution to the social and cultural fabric of our society and the health of our economy,” Efrat said. Open Doors will be holding its second festive “Day in the Park” May 21, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Olin Park Shelter, picnic and community gathering area. l

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For weeks, stretching into months and now into years, we have witnessed the dreadful plight of the millions of refugees streaming out of Africa and the Near East. At Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ on Atwood Avenue, there was an almost desperate collective need to do something about the refugee crisis. When one member, Jane Rowe, read that it costs humanitarian organizations approximately $240 a month to shelter, feed, provide some health care and education for one refugee family, she declared, “We can do that!” Jane, who had a dear friend from Syria many years ago when she was in graduate school at the University of Wisconsin, had the vision that her church could support at least one Syrian refugee family. The family might be the children and grandchildren of her friend, Abed, and have had to flee to Jordan or Lebanon or to a Greek island.

Plymouth members (and visitors) wholeheartedly agreed. Every month since November 2015, folks slip checks and bills, in amounts that vary from $2 to $100, into Jane’s pocket. The money goes to Mercy Corps, chosen for its particularly efficient use of such funds, according to charitable monitoring agencies such as Charity Navigator. Every month the collection has surpassed, or even doubled, the goal of $240 to support a family. As part of Plymouth’s focus mission on helping our immigrant and refugee brothers and sisters, Plymouth’s pastor, Rev. Leslie Schenk, and some members of the church are also involved in the refugee resettlement work being undertaken by Open Doors for Refugees, a communitywide organization begun at Threshold on Atwood Avenue. For more information or to help, email Rev. Leslie Schenk at lschenk@pcucc. org. l

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East Side History Club begins a new chapter

Monthly sessions end, work continues online and in print By Michelle McKiernan, Eastside News

Amid the animated chatter of local history buffs, Sarah White and Ann Waidelich were fully engaged in separate conversations. The moment a conversation with one or the other of these two founts of historical knowledge ended, another began. After a decade of organizing East Side History Club events, monthly meetings at Goodman Community Center drew to a close in early April. At the second to the last meeting, nobody in the room was in any hurry to leave as the day’s featured guest speaker packed up her family heirlooms. Before sitting down with Waidelich and White, I enjoyed watching them in action. People were eager to share treasured memories, as well as tangible pieces of the past, with these beloved experts. As information and artifacts were being shared, talk was about pocket watches, grandparents’ wedding clothes and handmade doll house furniture. There was never a moment’s lull. Neither is a Madison native. Waidelich and White have made their homes here since 1964 and 1979, respectively. Retiring after 38 years with the Madison Public Library, Waidelich has long been a historian. White is a writer with an interest in history. Listening to them, one gets a sense of

Sarah White (left) and Ann Waidelich. the camaraderie and mutual fascination that has energized the East Side History Club. Their commitment and exuberance has facilitated something neither could have predicted. White talked about the magic that happens in the room, such as people reconnecting after many years. She spoke specifically of a time when at one meeting an attendee remembered another from fourth grade at St. Bernard’s — more than 50 years ago. Being seen as experts elicits chuckles. “We get calls from all over Wisconsin,” Waidelich said, “They think we’re experts on Oscar Mayer.” The club came to life through a book. Becky Steinhoff, GCC executive director, approached White about what became “An East Side Album: A Community Remembers.” In the beginning,

mixed generations of east-siders sat around and told stories, which were recorded. Now close friends, they didn’t know each other before starting this project. White recalls fondly, “Ann, somehow you wandered in.” It’s a selfdescribed “fascinating relationship,” and these two women “know each other very well.” Waidelich describes herself as more of an editor while describing White, a published author, as more of a “process over content person.” The obvious question, “Why end the meetings?” was met with an equally obvious answer. It gets harder to come up with new ideas. Many people have served as speakers more than once and White and Waidelich, themselves, often took the lead. This isn’t the end of their work by any stretch. They maintain a lively website at eastsidehistory.wordpress.com. After years of toying with the idea of a new edition of “An East Side Album,” that project is underway. White, whose work has included helping people write their own memoirs, will be pursuing her Master of Fine Arts in creative nonfiction this fall. She is looking forward to a residency in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Their interest in Madison’s east side does not preclude the rest of the city.

Ann Waidelich (right) examines materials with another history lover at an East Side History Club meeting.

They wished aloud that someone would do a book on Monroe Street, as well as the rich history of Northport. “What the east and west side have in common is the ends of the streetcar line,” Waidelich explained. White brought it back around to the east side with the observation that going from “lakefront to railroad in three blocks,” people from all backgrounds have been mixing for generations “without thinking about it. At school, church, the grocery store.” Diversity was a natural part of day-to-day living. It’s clear that White and Waidelich have enjoyed this experience immensely. They expressed the hope that the club continues. Having become such a vibrant social gathering, it’s not out of the question that others will take the lead and bring back the meetings. Whatever happens, they have gladly given a great deal of time, energy and knowledge to this community. No doubt their names will always be synonymous with the East Side History Club. l

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Goodman announces participation in the USDA’s Child and Adult Care Food Program The Goodman Community Center has a tremendous commitment to ensuring that high-quality, nutritious foods are available to children and youth year round. The Center provides free meals — breakfast, lunch, snack and supper — through a partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program and at-risk afterschool care programs. The goal of the CACFP program is to provide childcare centers with the financial and technical assistance needed to improve the diets of young children while increasing their exposure to a variety of healthy foods. These meals are offered without cost to all children and youth (3-18) enrolled in programs offered at the Center. Last year more than 110,000 meals were served to children. For more information contact Becky Steinhoff, GCC executive director at becky@goodmancenter.org or 204-8025.

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Lowell Elementary School principal John Burkholder (center) was recently honored with the Principal of the Year award at the Madison Metropolitan School District’s Excellence with Equity awards. Madison school board member Ed Hughes (left) and MMSD superintendent Jennifer Cheatham (right) presented the award.

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The proverb “variety is the spice of life” is said to come from William Cowper’s 18th century poem “The Task.” It is also an apt description of Boy Scout Troop 34’s recent activities, which have highlighted the great range of experiences scouting can provide. When one thinks of Boy Scouts, perhaps images The scouts of Troop 34, with food collected for their of tents and hikes come to Scouting for Food project. mind, and Troop 34, based Service is also big part of achieving out of Madison’s east side, has definitethe peak honor in scouting: the rank of ly had its share of traditional outdoor Eagle Scout. Troop 34 member Thane adventures of late. The boys completHurley is working hard to complete his ed a late winter camping trip at Moon Lake, where they practiced cold-weather Eagle project, which involves making camping skills. They also participated in nearly 50 dog beds for donation to Underdog Pet Rescue. It’s scouting at its the annual Backpack Camporee, which brings together multiple area troops for a best to see the whole troop lend a hand fun, energetic weekend of instruction in in helping one of their fellows complete his Eagle project. Once Hurley comall manner of outdoor survival skills. pletes the requirements, he will join “The Backpack Camporee was my Cedar Johnson and Henry DeMarco as first ever campout with the Boy Scouts and is one of the main reasons I decided Troop 34’s most recent Eagle Scouts. “I wanted to do something nontradito be a scout,” said Troop 34 member tional,” Hurley said of his Eagle project. Rhys O’Higgins. “Five years and many “And I like dogs.” campouts later, it still remains one of my If you know a boy between the ages favorite trips.” of 11-17 who is interested in becomThe Boy Scouts are also about giving back to the community, as Troop 34 ing part of Troop 34, our meetings take demonstrated in their Scouting for Food. place at Trinity Lutheran Church from 7-8 p.m. every Tuesday. During the During this service project, the scouts worked hard to collect food for donation summer months, the troop takes some time off, so contact Scoutmaster John to local food pantries. Thanks to Troop 34’s efforts, more than 200 food and per- Nicolson at jwnichol@litewire.net for more information. l sonal items were collected.

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A day of music at the Wurst Times Festival

June 3

All are invited to an open house birthday celebration with Madison teaching icons Betty and John Nicka On Saturday, June 3 from 1-3 p.m., retired Madison teachers Betty and John Nicka will celebrate their birthdays with an open house at the Goodman Community Center. Betty turns 80 years old on June 2 and John turns 95 later in the year. Betty was a physical education teacher at East High School. Ballroom dancing was her specialty, with the “Tower Twirler” dance group evolving from her dance classes. John last taught at Lindbergh Ele-

mentary School, but was also a driver’s education teacher through East High School. Thanks to John, there are a lot of good drivers out there. Acquaintances, old friends, former students and community members are invited to stop in at the Center to say hello and wish them well. Betty and John request no gifts be brought. If friends wish, Betty and John ask that they contribute to East High School athletics or the music department. l

Wurst Times Festival is now in its seventh year showcasing local bands while serving up locally-sourced brats, beer and other sundries. The event uses the complete grounds of 701 E. Washington Ave., with the exception of the Brink Lounge. The Brass Ring will provide brats and other food on their patio and hosts the singer-songwriter stage. Special thanks to event beneficiaries Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center for providing the covered outdoor stage, Madison Area Music Association for hosting the parking lot stage and our new beneficiary, Vets on Fret.

Below is this year’s confirmed roster of performers. • 11:15 a.m. » Corey Hart (solo) • 12:15 p.m. » Laundry • 1:15 p.m. » Distant Cuzins • 2:15 p.m. » Madtown Getdown • 3:15 p.m. » Michael Massey & the Fuss • 4:15 p.m. » Rob Dz • 5:15 p.m. » Dash Hounds • 6:15 p.m. » Squarewave Admission is a $10 suggested donation at the gate or an $8 suggested donation with a canned food item. For more information, visit the High Noon Saloon’s website at high-noon.com and search by “Wurst Times Festival VII.” l

Fridays and Sundays

May 11

Get funky at Community Living Alliance’s FUNKraiser Slow and Intermediate Flow Yoga Community Living Alliance is a nonprofit organization with over 30 years experience providing services and community resources to Dane County families, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. Celebrate personal care workers by enjoying an evening of 70s music at the Brink Lounge, 701 E. Washington Ave. The event opens at 5:30 p.m. for mingling. A silent auction and free appetizers are available from 6:30-8 p.m. Popular disco band V05 will perform from 8-10 p.m. Come out and have fun with friends, enjoy free soft drinks and appetizers, enter a 50-50 raffle, and leave with priz-

es such as gift baskets, hotel stays and gift certificates. The state of Wisconsin is currently experiencing a direct care workforce crisis. Attendance at this event will support the CLA’s Caring for the Caregiver Fund, which offers financial assistance to our caregivers experiencing life challenges. The funds have been utilized for education and training support, rent relief, auto repairs, funeral expenses and other unpredictable life events. To purchase tickets, visit clanet.yapsody. com or email claboard@clanet.org. For more information about the event, please call 608-242-8335. l

Enhance flexibility, balance and strength in a slow, mindful practice with Slow Flow Yoga, Fridays from 6-7 p.m. and Intermediate Flow Yoga, Sundays from 9-10 a.m. 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. The drop-in fee for classes is $5 for the general public and $4 for Goodman Community Center fitness center members. Attendees should pay at Goodman’s front desk prior to the start of each class. For more information, email freebeme11@ yahoo.com. l

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Vinyasa Yoga Increase strength and flexibility while linking movement to breath with Vinyasa Yoga, Mondays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. 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.

The drop-in fee for classes is $5 for the general public and $4 for Goodman Community Center fitness center members. Attendees should pay at Goodman’s front desk prior to the start of each class. For more information, email Christopher Livanos at chrislivanosyoga@gmail.com. l

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Time for the annual compost bin and rain barrel sale at the Alliant Energy Center For more than 20 years, the city of Madison has hosted a sale to provide discounted compost bins and rain barrels to area homeowners. This year’s sale will take place at the Alliant Energy Center Saturday, May 13 in the northeast parking lot from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is part of a communitywide campaign by the Madison Area Municipal Stormwater Partnership to promote practices that reduce and improve storm water runoff into Dane County lakes, rivers and streams. It is estimated that our urban communities contribute about 30 percent of the

total phosphorus that enters into Dane County lakes from runoff. Harvesting rainwater from plants and composting clippings and leaves reduces runoff and the phosphorus that feeds our growing algae problem. At the event, 50-gallon rain barrels and compost bins will be discounted by $30. Attendees can save $85 off a 100-gallon rain barrel system with a diverter. Pre-order online before May 1 and save an additional $10. For more information, visit cityofmadison.com/streets/compost/CompostBinSale. cfm. l

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You’ll see double at TwinFest

Madison’s first twin festival to benefit River Food Pantry The first-ever twin festival in Madison is taking place Sunday, June 11 from noon to 5 p.m. at the East Side Club, 3735 Monona Drive. The festival will feature twin contests, twin trivia, door prizes, vendors, T-shirts and food. Proceeds from the

festival benefit the River Food Pantry. Cost is free for twins and for children under age 10. Cost is $1 for parents of twins and $2 for all other adults. For more information, email Pam Blair at geminilandscape22@gmail.com. l

Community GroundWorks seeks volunteers and families for seasonal gardening projects Community GroundWorks invites families, individuals and groups to volunteer at its two youth garden sites through Nov. 11. Gardening projects will take place at Goodman Youth Farm and Troy Kids’ Garden. Whether you’re looking for a handsin-the-dirt volunteer opportunity or a chance to build your skills as a gardener or garden educator, we think you’ll find May 1 through June 12

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Spring clean (or acquire) at the MNA garage sale The Marquette Neighborhood Association’s fifth annual neighborhood garage sale will take place Saturday, June 3. MNA will provide the advertising, while you provide the saleable goods and driveway/yard space. This is a great (and green) opportunity to clear your home of clothes that don’t fit, furniture you no longer need, and other items that have outlived their usefulness to you but that might be a gem to someone else. Add your sale to MNA’s list by email-

ing Renee Lauber at reneelauber@yahoo.com with your street address and a brief description of what you’re selling (example: baby clothes, vintage jewelry, kayak, etc.). If you plan to donate the proceeds from your sale, please indicate what charity you have selected. MNA does not arrange for pickup of unsold items, but you may contact St. Vincent de Paul at 608-278-2920 to schedule a pickup. l

June 27

Stroll through Olbrich’s Grand Central Gardens

kindred spirits and plenty of reasons to Olbrich’s annual seated fundraiser transforms into an come back. The Goodman Youth Farm is located outdoor food cart promenade this summer on land adjacent to Kennedy Elementary Olbrich Botanical Gardens’ annual gala This event will highlight the music of School, 5017 Sudbury Way. The Troy has been a summer tradition for more classic street performers and subway Kids’ Garden is located on the north side than 28 years. In 2017, Rhapsody in musicians. Seating will be available in the 500 block of Troy Drive. Bloom will evolve once again, discontin- throughout the gardens. To learn more or to sign up for our fam- uing the seated dinner and simplifying As the sun sets from 8-10 p.m., take ily field trips and family workshops, please the food offerings. With this streamlined a twilight stroll with garden landscape visit communitygroundworks.org. l event, more than 70 percent of every lighting, dance and enjoy food from ticket will directly benefit Olbrich. Ian’s Pizza and sweet treats from Bloom The theme of this year’s event is Bake Shop! Grand Central Gardens. Guests are Reservations can be made online encouraged to use their subway transstarting May 1. The cost for a full eveand a variety of musical genres. This portation-style map as a guide, mingle ning reservation is $95 per person. A class is suitable for all ages and abilithrough different garden areas sampling discounted late-night reservation will be ties; movements are easily modifiable. traditional New York City street food sold for $55. Wear comfortable clothing. Equipment provided by Banzo, Underground Caterprovided. To purchase tickets, and for more informaing and Pasqual’s Cantina from 6-8 p.m. tion on group discounts, visit olbrich.org. l Register for the six-week Moove and Groove class by calling the Goodman Community Center at 608-241-1574.

Moove and Groove classes Get into the rhythm and de-stress your Monday evenings with this six-week aerobic exercise class using drumsticks and makeshift drums. The class runs Monday nights May 1 through June 12, from 7-7:45 p.m. in the Goodman Community Center LOFT. No class will be held on Memorial Day, May 29 Follow instructor Sue Moo as the class combines movement, drumming

For more information, contact Susie Neeley at sue.z.q.83@gmail.com. l

June 23

Free lecture on Bruno Groening Dr. Gabrielle Machecek, a general practitioner from Austria, will give a free lecture on the teachings of Bruno Groening. This presentation will take place Friday, June 23 from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Goodman Community Center. Machacek is a member of the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends who document heal-

ings, including those of chronic illness, depression and addiction. Machacek will present some of these healings and speak about healing energy. Admission is free; donations appreciated. For more information, visit northamerica.bruno-groening.org. l

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City program encourages road salt use reduction By Paul Soglin, city of Madison mayor

We all know that winter has wound down, but one thing that will not be winding down is the city of Madison’s commitment to reduce the use of road Paul Soglin salt. You may be surprised to be reading about this in the spring, but you can expect to hear more regardless of the weather. Thanks to city staff, we are spearheading a new program that encourages municipal employees, as well as private salt application businesses and homeowners, to reduce salt use and help the environment. It is called the Voluntary Road Salt Applicator Certification Program, and it is the first of its kind in Wisconsin. Businesses and workers are trained in new methods of salt dispersal and reduction to earn the certification. We recently held our first class and had students from both the public and private sector.

Some techniques presented in the class included using brines instead of straight salt before a storm. The mix of salt and water allows salt to be spread over a wider distance more efficiently. Additionally, the use of brine significantly cuts down on salt use and saves a company, municipality or homeowner money. The hope is to help clean up Dane County rivers and lakes and keep roads, parking lots and sidewalks safe while saving money by not using unnecessary amounts of salt. We have a few city wells that have measurably higher levels of chloride, and we know there will be more to come if we do not take action now and continue to change attitudes and practices. Area waterways are certainly affected as well. The city goal is to implement the certification program for private contractors so municipalities, businesses and homeowners can make informed decisions. Together we can work to make a difference. l

Whatever happened to the Pinney Library project? By David Ahrens, District 15 Alder

Every day I’m asked by local residents at least once, “What’s happening with Pinney Library?” I could recount the years of negotiating the tax David Ahrens increment financing loan for the overall project, the long process of the remediation of the property and then re-remediation (after recontamination) and now the continuing negotiation over the terms of the Letter of Intent for purchase. I could describe all of these twists and turns, but I think what people are really asking is, “When, if ever, is the library going to be built?” While I believe that Pinney Library will move and be built as a new structure, I have given up predicting when that will happen. This is the third year that the city of Madison has appropriated funds for construction. Despite this long wait, there is a good chance that construction will not begin this year and may be delayed until the 2018 construction season. Because of the long delays in the

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In March 2015, the city of Madison launched a planning process for the Darbo-WorthingtonStarkweather Neighborhood as part of Marsha Rummel the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Concentration Neighborhood Plan. Two years later, the draft plan is ready to present to the neighborhood. There will be an open house May 10 from 6-8 p.m. at the Salvation Army, 3030 Darbo Drive, to share the recommendations for land uses, parks and open spaces, housing and street and infrastructure. The plan will be introduced to the Common Council May 16. The CDBG Concentration Neighborhood process will allocate $145,000 for eligible projects identified as priorities in the neighborhood plan. Eligible projects must directly benefit low- and moderateincome residents and are generally capital projects. Based on community input, projects that have garnered interest include a community gathering space, a pedestrian bridge over Starkweather Creek, improved bike and pedestrian connec-

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Lake clean-up money is in the 2017 budget

negotiation over TIF and other issues, By Joe Parisi, Dane County Executive I added an amendment to the current Dane County has embudget that would allow the city staff to barked on an innovaplace the library at any available site on tive effort to clean Cottage Grove Road between Monona up our lakes that is Drive and U.S. Highway 51. Nonethethe first of its kind in less, the city continues to be committed Wisconsin and posto the Royster Corners project. sibly the nation. This There is good reason for this. The liJoe Parisi breakthrough will rebrary is a key part of making that overall project attractive to potential buyers and sult in clean lakes decades sooner. My 2017 budget will speed up our renters. The loss of the library as the lakes clean-up effort by providing fundcentral asset of Royster Corners would have a very negative effect on the future ing for the removal the phosphorus-laden sludge from the streams that feed into of the remainder of the project, which them. The $12 million multi-year budget consists of hundreds of homes and several retailers. The prospect of a block of initiative will eliminate 870,000 pounds of algae-growing phosphorus. mud and weeds (with the exception of Two years ago, I put $60,000 in the the two apartment buildings) is somecounty budget to analyze the water thing we would rather not have. On the quality and phosphorus content of the other hand, waiting indefinitely on the miles of streams and creeks that feed outstanding issues — thus delaying the into Lake Mendota. A year of research library — is also not a viable outcome. later, the findings are stark: If we don’t These are difficult issues. What do you remove accrued sludge that sits at the think? If you have any questions or conbottom of these streams, it will take 99 cerns on city policies or services you can years to see a 50 percent reduction in contact me at 334-1156. l phosphorus that finds its way into our lakes. Even more concerning, the roadmap to cleaning our lakes (completed a couple of years ago by Yahara CLEAN) suggests it will cost $78 million to

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tions in the neighborhood, better access to the Starkweather green corridor near the Voit Farm, community gardens and farmers markets, and an ice rink in Worthington Park. The planning area encompasses the railroad tracks behind Union Corners to Kessenich’s at Fair Oaks; East Washington from Milwaukee Street to Highway 30; Union Triangle, and the streets nestled between the two branches of Starkweather Creek (James, Thorp, Ivy, Chicago, Wells and North Bryan); all of Worthington Park; and the town of Blooming Grove. The town is scheduled to be annexed into Madison by 2027. The proposed land-use recommendations include maintaining employment/ light manufacturing for the Kessenich’s site and the area around Madison-Kipp Corporation and to redevelop the area around McCormick Lumber & Cabinetry on Milwaukee Street to medium residential housing. I hope to hear from you as this draft plan is introduced and moves through the committee review process.

achieve that 50 percent reduction. No one wants to wait 100 years for clean lakes. Our community has long cited 50 percent reduction as the goal in our lake clean-up effort. We can’t accomplish it in this lifetime without getting into these waterways and removing the continuous source of phosphorus that seeps daily into our waters. Testing shows the phosphorus concentration in stream sediment is seven times more potent than what’s found on crop fields in the Mendota watershed! There are more than 5,600 acres in the watershed. County staff and farmers have implemented conservation and runoff reduction practices on 90 percent of those lands. Soil testing shows farmlands in the watershed are on average already two times better than the state standards on phosphorus concentration. This data says what’s been done to date has worked at reducing what nutrients go on the land, when they’re applied, and most importantly, keeping them there. We’re making progress. Nonetheless, we can’t accomplish our goal without getting at what’s already in the water. l

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By Chris Taylor, State Representative, 78th Assembly District

Last fall, I had the opportunity to travel across Wisconsin. No matter where I went, I found stagnant wages and under employment and was confronted with a Chris Taylor growing sentiment that our economic system is rigged against hard-working Wisconsinites. It’s easy to see why. Over the last three decades, the average incomes for Wisconsin’s top 1 percent have increased by 120 percent, yet the incomes of the remaining 99 percent grew by just 4 percent (according to Pulling Apart 2016, by the Wisconsin Budget Project and COWS). Not only are middle-income people paying the largest percentage of their income of any group to state and local taxes (according to Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy), but the number of middle income families is declining faster in Wisconsin than in any other state in the nation (according to the Pew Charitable Trust). Wisconsin’s economic system is rigged to benefit those at the top, and one need not look further than the Manufacturing and Agricultural Tax Credit beloved by Gov. Scott Walker and legislative Republicans. The biggest corporate tax giveaway in Wisconsin history, this corporate handout is projected to cost more than $650 million over the next biennium, with 88 percent of this tax giveaway going to individuals making more than $500,000. Eleven individuals making more than $35 million each will receive nearly $22 million in tax breaks funded by your tax dollars. Despite claims that this drives

economic development, recipients are not required to create one single job and can even outsource jobs! In fact, Wisconsin had roughly 4,000 fewer manufacturing jobs in September 2016 than September 2015. While Wisconsin’s wealthy continue to receive bountiful handouts, most other working families continue to struggle, working harder and harder just to get by. This is why in March I joined several of my Democratic colleagues in introducing legislation that provides Wisconsin’s middle-income families with the raise they need. Combined with instituting a millionaire’s tax on families making more than $1 million annually, we take the money Republicans want to send to Wisconsin’s wealthy and we instead give a tax break to the low and middle class families who need it the most. Our tax cut is targeted to individuals earning between $12,000 and $60,000, and married couples making between $20,000 and $100,000. The average family of four earning an annual income of $45,000 would receive a $607 tax break. From needed car maintenance to additional extracurricular programs for the kids — we know the families benefitting from our tax cuts will reinvest this money in Wisconsin’s economy. A thriving middle class isn’t just the result of a strong economy: A strong middle class builds a strong economy. To the hard-working families of Wisconsin — we hear you. We understand the struggles you face every day. We are committed to doing everything we can to give you a needed raise and to build an economy that works for you, not just for those at the top. l

By Fred Risser, State Senator, 26th District

Legislative Republicans have again introduced legislation to limit the ability of the Department of Natural Resources to regulate and manage high-capacity Fred Risser wells and restrict other property owners’ legal protections for themselves and their property. The bills are Senate Bill 76 and Assembly Bill 105. High-capacity wells (those that have the capacity to withdraw more than 100,000 gallons of water per day) make it difficult for local communities and property owners to protect their own wells and land. These wells also can diminish our abundant natural resources upon which homeowners, outdoor enthusiasts, small businesses and municipalities rely. These proposals are a disaster in natural resource management and a gross affront to protecting the state’s public waters. They will drastically impede the DNR’s ability to regulate the construction, maintenance and transfer of high-capacity wells. The bills allow the drilling of new wells for large farms and industry without review by state regulators if the new wells replace ex-

isting permitted wells regardless of the damage to nearby private wells, lakes or other waterways. Unfortunately, this is clearly a priority for legislative Republicans. An Assembly committee removed a provision from its version of this measure that would have protected the rights of other property owners to take legal action against high-capacity well operators who they believe are responsible for causing their wells, lakes or other waterways to dry up. Make no mistake. This is a huge giveaway by Republicans to big agribusiness interests at the expense of Wisconsin citizens and landowners whose wells and lakes can be drained dry, and there is nothing they can do about it. Adequate regulation and oversight of high-capacity wells is in the public’s interest and we, as a society, must continue making every effort to prevent private interests from taking control of the air we breathe and the quality and availability of the water we drink. Clean and plentiful water is a fundamental right of every Wisconsin citizen and is vital to the health of our communities. Our water resources and the health of our families and communities shouldn’t be treated as a commodity that can be bought or sold. l

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Listen and learn at Pinney Library

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 (until May 21) 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 Pinney adult book group Game design Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 23, 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, Thursday, May 18,

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Wednesday, May 17, 6 p.m. “Deep Down Dark” by Hector Tobar Wednesday, June 21, 6 p.m. “Some Luck” by Jane Smiley Wednesday, July 19, 6 p.m. “The Turner House” by Angela Flourney

Tuesday, June 27, 10:30 a.m. Join us for a juggling extravaganza.

The salad days book club This group is tailored to readers of the millennial generation looking to explore books and popular culture. We meet one Thursday a month at The Daisy Cafe and Cupcakery, 2827 Atwood Ave. at 6:30 p.m.

Madison travel circle Wednesday, May 24, 6 p.m. Argentina: It’s Not Just Great Beef Argentina has great food, wonderful views and natural wonders. Come explore this fascinating country. Wednesday, June 28, 6 p.m. Exploring Turkey

Stories and sweets Saturday, May 6, 10:30 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, a craft, juice and doughnuts.

DIY fishing pole game Saturday, May 27. 10:30 a.m. Make an up-cycled fishing pole with a magnet hook, two fish and create your own fishing fun. All ages. Registration begins May 13.

Drawing jam Tuesday, June 13, 10:30 a.m. We provide drawing supplies along with fun drawing games and prompts led by local artist and activist, Angela Richardson.

Piñata party Saturday, June 3, 10:30 a.m. Join us for mini piñata making, playtime, crafts, songs and stories. We’ll also share some Agua de Jamaica (hibiscus tea) and pan dulce (sweet bread).

Knit Two Wednesdays, June 14, 21, 28, 10 a.m. Need some help? Must have some basic knitting skills. Ages 8 and up. Registration begins May 17.

Anime club Friday, May 5, 7 p.m. “Windy Tales” Friday, May 19, 7 p.m. “Gingitsune: Messenger of the Fox Gods” Friday, June 2, 7 p.m. “One Week Friends” Friday, June 16, 7 p.m. “Assassination Classroom” Friday, June 30, 7 p.m. “Himouto. Umaru-chan” l

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“Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates Tuesday, June 27, 7 p.m. “Station Eleven” by Emily St. John Mandel

3:30 p.m. Work with a professional game designer for two days to make your own video games using Scratch! At the end of the workshop, attendees will be able to play their game as well as the other games created by peers. For students in grades 4-6. This is a two-day workshop. Registration starts May 1.

Movie screenings Friday, May 5, 6:30 p.m. “La La Land” Friday, June 2, 6:30 p.m. “Hidden Figures” Saturday, June 17, 2:30 p.m. “Moana”

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Book discussion with Don Sanford Tuesday, May 9, 7 p.m. “On Fourth Lake: A Social History of Lake Mendota” Madison author Don Sanford spent more than a decade collecting stories, interviewing dozens of past and present Mendota water rats and searching for lake photos. His book takes the reader on a leisurely cruise around Lake Mendota.

Human trafficking in Wisconsin Thursday, May 18, 7 p.m. Rachel Monaco-Wilcox will address the myths and misconceptions around sex trafficking in Wisconsin, illuminate the situation in Wisconsin and explain what led her to start the LOTUS (Legal Options for Trafficked and Underserved Survivors) legal clinic in 2013.

Minecraft club Mondays, June 5, 12, 19, 26, 3:30 p.m. Grab your friends for multiplayer Minecraft fun at the library. No account necessary. Bring your own computer, or use one of ours. For ages 17 and under.

May 11, June 16, 6:30 p.m.; May 20, June 3, 10:30 a.m. Please join us for stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish, focused on building early literacy skills. For ages 3-6.

Maker Monday Mondays, June 12, 19, 26, 3:30 p.m. Explore hands-on artistic and creative tools for building, creating and playing with a different focus each week. Flex your tinkering brain muscles with new inventions, problems and puzzles. For kids ages 7-12, supervised younger siblings welcome.

Music + Movement Thursdays, June 1, 15, 22, 29, 9:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Little ones stay active with music, movement, play and bubbles. Especially for toddlers; all siblings welcome.

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Artists help Goodman forge into the future Upcoming transformation of historic Madison Brass Works building inspires community art event By Kristin Groth, GCC director of communications and community giving

The Madison Brass Works building is the dilapidated building that sits on Waubesa Street, across the Capital City Path from the Goodman Community Center. It’s been an industrial fixture in our neighborhood for generations, but for most of us, we’ve simply passed by it for years and wondered, ‘what happens in there?’ It has a rich and interesting history, and this June, the industrial power of the Madison Brass Works building will be the backdrop for Forge, an art exhibition and Forge organizers Erika Monroe-Kane (left) and event designed to celebrate Ellen Carlson. that history as it is poised to be transformed by its new Forge opening reception owner, the Goodman Community Center. Goodman’s plans will mix the old There will be a free opening reception with new, repurposing and renovating for the community Saturday, June 10 the oldest section of the building that from 5-8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. faces Waubesa Street, and replacing the Exhibition hours and what to expect more mundane sections with new construction. • Sunday, June 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

About Forge Forge is the brainchild of Ellen Carlson and Erika Monroe-Kane, two creative, community-minded dynamos who know how to organize a memorable, not-tobe-missed happening. As you read this, over a dozen local artists are painting and pounding, designing and drawing as they fashion their art installations for you to discover as you meander through the raw, industrial space of the Brass Works building. Forge will be the only opportunity to see the building in its raw state before construction begins in July. This free art exhibition will celebrate the past and future of the Brass Works building.

The Madison Brass Works building at 206-214 Waubesa St. will be the venue for the Forge art event, which takes place before construction for Goodman’s expansion begins in July.

• Monday, June 12 to Thursday, June 15 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. • Friday, June 16 from 4-8 p.m. • Saturday, June 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come prepared. Brass Works’ unfinished interior space has uneven surfaces and stairs have open metal grate treads, so sensible closed-toed shoes with no heels would be safest. Also, the roof leaks like a sieve, so bring rain gear in case of rain. Umbrellas will not be allowed inside. Regretfully, many of the spaces are not handicap-accessible, and everyone will be advised to watch their step. Monroe-Kane talked about how excited they are about this event. “Rarely does lightning strike twice, but in Goodman’s case it has with the Iron Works building and now the Brass Works building being transformed into a dynamic community space,” she said. “We wanted to harness the power of the building, the opportunity presented, and the sheer creative power of local artists, to create something surprising and meaningful for the community. With enthusiastic and generous participation from the artists and community support, I think people will really enjoy Forge.”

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Brass Works fabricated brass fittings and bronze and aluminum castings, including the plaque mounted on Bascom Hall on the University of Wisconsin campus, which proclaims that “… the great state University of Wisconsin should ever encourage that continual and fearless sifting and winnowing by which alone the Truth can be found.” You can find these plaques on every University of Wisconsin campus. The firm was the only brass foundry in Madison and continued in business until 1994. The period of significance for the Madison Brass Works extends from 1918, when the oldest part of the building was built, through 1966. The Goodman Community Center will preserve the historic appearance of the oldest section of the exterior which will be restored and repurposed. Architecturally, the Madison Brass Works building is considered an irregularly-shaped, astylistic utilitarian building with three sections: foundry, office, and storage. There were six additions to the original 1918 building as the business grew. Some of the most architecturally interesting features from the 1918 and 1936 portions of the foundry are the segmental-arched roofs with steel-framed metal monitors in the main room. Those features will be replicated to enhance the beauty of Goodman’s new, large community room.

The Brass Works future Goodman’s plans for the Brass Works site will be the first phase of a two-phase project. The new building will be the new home of growing middle and high school programs, adding more space for handson learning activities and room for more youth to participate. Most administrative offices will be on the second floor, and the biggest room on the main floor will meet a steady demand for a beautiful venue for larger weddings and other events. If all goes as scheduled, the Brass Works doors will open September 2018, when phase two will begin: the renovation and reconfiguration of the current facilities in the historic Ironworks building. The former administrative offices will be converted to childcare classrooms. The fitness center will move next to the gym and expand hours to 24/7 access. There will be more rooms for our vibrant older adults to add a variety of activities they have been wanting but space has limited.

Henry Vogts, the founder of Madison Brass Works, with the famous bronze “Sifting and Winnowing” plaque mounted at the entrance of Bascom Hall. Originally cast in 1911, it needed to be replaced after it was stolen in 1956. The Madison Brass Works was honored to make the replacement 45 years after first creating it.

The artists who help us appreciate it all Accomplished and emerging, professional and renegade artists from different backgrounds will all be among those participating in the exhibition. • Helen Lee, artist, designer, educator and glassblower, and winner of both regional and national awards for her work is creating a new neon artwork that pulls from the workers’ daily life in the building. • Angela Richardson, multi-media artist, known for her interactive approach, is harvesting found items from throughout the building and creating a new installation, collaborating with partner Paul Andrews. • Pete Hodapp, known for deploying his creative energy in a number of ways, including murals, illustrations, comics, and even skateboards, is creating an homage to the workers that will transform a space in the Brass Works building. “So many people are curious about the building. We’re grateful to Ellen and Erika for creating such a wonderful way for everyone to come and see the building in its raw, industrial state before construction starts in July,” said Becky Steinhoff, executive director of the Goodman Community Center. “There will be lots to capture your imagination.” To learn more, visit forgeart.org. l

Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ Join us for: • Weekly Sunday Worship and Church School at 9:30 am • Gallery Night - An exhibit of art by Lowell Elementary School students and a concert by 5th Grade Strings on Friday, May 5th • Make Music Madison - Free concerts during the afternoon and evening on Wednesday, June 21st An Open and Affirming Congregation

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Gallery Night also includes VSA Wisconsin By Kathie Wagner, VSA Wisconsin

A bold and inspiring new art exhibition will be on view at the VSA Wisconsin Gallery, 1709 Aberg Ave., Suite 1, from 5-9 p.m. Friday, May 5, as part of the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art’s annual Spring Gallery Night. This exhibit showcases bold and inspiring new works from artists with disabilities. Stroll through the gallery at your leisure, nibble on snacks and purchase the chance to pull a bottle of fine wine. The more than 200 works of art in the exhibition reflect the diversity of artists with disabilities and their unique life experiences. Viewers can enjoy paintings with interesting textures and bold colors, unique 3-D sculptures, ceramics, textiles, photography and mixed media. This presentation includes popular Madison artists as well as established

VSA Wisconsin’s new art exhibition will be a part of the Spring Gallery Night. and emerging artists from across the state. Many of the works are for sale. Can’t make it on Friday evening? The gallery will also be open Saturday, May 6 from 2-4 p.m. with many of the artists in attendance. For more information, visit vsawis.org or call 608-241-2131. l

Wisconsin roadside memorials exhibit at ALL The Arts + Literature Laboratory is presenting a photo exhibit on Wisconsin roadside memorials by Dr. Thomas Ferella. This exhibit, titled “Not Forgotten: Wisconsin Roadside Memorials,” showcases more than 20 years’ worth of roadside memorial photography throughout Wisconsin. Ferrella worked as a specialist in the field of emergency medicine for 30 years. Throughout his medical career, he maintained an active art practice, working in photography, painting, sculpture and large-scale outdoor installations. He considers this project a bridge between these two worlds. This series documents more than 90 roadside memorials throughout Wisconsin, spanning from Beloit to Madeline Island. The work explores the practice of memorializing a person’s life in a public place following their death. This show also touches on several controversial topics such as gun violence, drunk and

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Samantha Russell memorial at Highway 50 and 392nd Avenue in Kenosha County. [Lat: 42.584027, Long: -88.286363] drugged driving, road rage and bicycle and pedestrian rights, and creates a forum for a much larger discussion. If you are interested in speaking with Ferrella about this exhibition and the Wisconsin Roadside Memorials project, email ferrella@tds.net or call 608-3347275. For more information, please visit artlitlab.org or ferrella.com. l

East-siders to join in Make Music Madison By Ann Boyer, Eastside News

Make Music Madison is a citywide summer solstice music festival with musicians performing throughout the day, Wednesday, June 21 Many of the festival’s venues are not typical hosts to live music. They include Hatch Art House, Plymouth Congregational Church, Goodman Community Center, Pinney Library, Wirth Court Park, Table Wine and Valerie’s Workshop. Last year, more than 90 venues registered to host local musicians. Goodman’s pergola will serve as its performance space this year. GCC will host performances from 1:30-9 p.m.

The Goodman Community Center still has performance times available! Come out and support these musicians. It’s a perfect opportunity to hear established musicians, new or growing bands, shy people and younger musicians reach an audience during this day of music. Interested musicians can sign up online through the Make Music Madison website at makemusicmadison.org through early May. To learn more about performing at Goodman, please email margo@goodmancenter.org. For complete information on Goodman’s lineup, visit MMM’s website. l

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Eastside ARTS MAY  Ballweg Gallery presents:

‘People of Madison’

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JUNE  Ballweg Gallery presents:

‘Arranged’ Pen and ink drawings by Elizabeth K. Winters

Elizabeth Winters uses pen Portraits and interviews by Goodman’s Lussier LOFT program and ink and acrylic paint to study the interplay between The Lussier Loft, Goodman’s middle “Humans of New York” portrait and inpeople and furniture. Winters and high school afterschool program, terview project. View examples of this at often creates a story about will present a photo exhibit in the Ballhumansofnewyork.com. individuals (real and imagiweg Gallery. Middle school students are Youth will visit Madison neighbornary) within the spaces she displaying “People of Madison” porhoods and write about their interviews draws, exploring the way traits and interviews, while high school with passers-by. These interviews and people arrange and interstudents will showcase images and portraits will be in Goodman’s Ballweg act with furniture. In some captions from their recent spring break Gallery throughout May. instances, she invents scenes trip to civil right’s sites and historically The youth and staff are extremely exbased on items that belong to black colleges and universities. cited for this opportunity to get out on her friends or family memIf you’re walking, running or bikthe east side, meet some new people and bers. Other times, Winters Branching Out, pen and ink, acrylic, 11" x 14" ing down the path, you may be stopped make some new friends. draws intriguing objects such by Goodman youth taking pictures Tell your story as part of this project! as unusual lamps, tables, rugs and quilts to Artist Bio and asking questions about your life in Contact Howard Hayes at howard@good- piece together a narrative. Elizabeth K. Winters is an artist who Madison. Their exhibit is similar to the mancenter.org to make an appointment. l One of the themes Winters explores is currently resides in Madison. She studthe notion that furniture design and aried art education and earned her teacher May 5 rangement can bring us together or sepa- certification at Viterbo University in La rate us. Furniture is an integral part of Crosse. Winters has taught art courses the human experience, capable of bring- in schools and community programs in • Margo Tiedt, tote bags and At Goodman ing us together or allowing solitude. Ta- both Wisconsin and Texas. She earned machine-sewn quilts As part of the bles and chairs promise human interacher master’s degree in art education and • Dianne Smith, wax paintings Madison Museum tion. Sofas are suited to a dichotomy of museum studies at the University of • Dede Bangs, earrings of Contemporary interaction or solitude. Texas at Austin. Winters worked in the Art’s citywide Artists from the 14 South Artists colWinters enjoys working in pen and development department at the San Anspring Gallery lective are: Mary Cuff, Mary Somers, ink to create a variety of lines and pattonio Museum of Art. Night, the GoodLaurie Mosher, Shirley Duerst, Marsha terns, and often uses canvas paper beFor more information or to purchase man Community Kelly, Ann Kleckner, Eleanor White, cause the texture allows more freedom Center will host Thomas Kuchenbecker, Julie Raasch with the ink. Recently, Winters has been works, please email Elizabeth Winters at ekwintersart@gmail.com or visit her a variety of artand Elizabeth Zahn. introducing more color to her work, usJewelry by Marsha ists from 5-9 p.m. ing acrylic paint to accent her ink draw- website at ekwinters.com. l A. Kelly of Terrace At the Ohio Tavern There will be ings. Jewelry, part of the Additionally, teens in Goodman’s Luscomplimentary sier LOFT program will be displaying snacks and a cash 14 South Artists collective. their arts and crafts at nearby Ohio Tavbar. As of press time, participating artists ern. The Ohio will feature a beer special on Gallery Night to raise money for the are: Lussier LOFT program. • Loralee Brumund, fabric aprons The Ohio Tavern, managed by Josh • Phyllis Sanders, ornaments Swetzel, is located at 224 Ohio Ave. • Chris Manke, upcycled jewelry • Harlee Ziegler and Jamie Ott, For more information or other Gallery baby clothing Night locations, visit mmoca.org/gallery • Steve Porter, candles night. l

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