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More fun coming on Capital City Path at Goodman Community Center By Kristin Groth, GCC Communications and Community Giving Director
Thanks to a most generous gift from the Goodman Foundation, the Goodman Community Center will soon have a new, free splash pad along the Capital City Trail for kids of all ages to enjoy. We are super excited. The splash pad will actually have two distinct areas: one with aquatic play equipment that will be fun for school-aged kids and a tot bay designed to delight the littler ones. There will be nine colorful water features in all — each offering a different way for the children to play with water. During designated hours you’ll be able to start the water charging through the aquatic play equipment with the push of a button. And an added element of surprise is built in just to keep it fun: The equipment will be programmed so that the button will trigger the water to flow on a random selection of the features — never all at the same time. We’re proud to be installing a new line of nature-inspired splash park equipment — the first in Wisconsin. The colorful equipment is designed in the United States and is sourced from a company in Spring Green. And, thanks to a gift from anonymous donor, the splash pad will have a large shade umbrella offering much needed relief from the sun, so caregivers can stay comfy while watching their children play.
An old idea resurrected The idea of the splash pad — and the infrastructure for the plumbing — were laid a long time ago. A splash pad was part of the Goodman Community Center’s original dream plan, but funding fell through. The Center’s splash pad was to be funded through the TIF district which was created by the city of Madison in 2006 for McGrath and Associates’ redevelopment of Union Corners at East Washington Avenue and Milwaukee Streets. Then, when the economy and the housing market took
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Wire we here? Steve Wirtz loves to find the whimsical in nature. His cartoonist background ensures his wire sculptures are never too realistic. See these, and other colorful sculptures by Wirtz in the Ballweg Gallery at the Goodman Community Center this June. Article on page 27
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a serious dive in 2008, McGrath and Associates worked hard to keep their development afloat, but eventually had to abandon the project. And we had to abandon our splash park plans — there was no way we could ask our community to support one more thing when they were giving so much to our building campaign. So, the Center went into plan B mode (which we do well) and built the infrastructure for a splash pad so someday, if a splash pad ever became an idea that took hold again, the costs might be less prohibitive and the construction would be less
As part of a national movement to bring awareness to the needs of young children and their families, the GCC recognized its Early Childhood and After School programs and the staff who provide services to these programs. Dr. Rob San Juan’s photos document the week’s activities. Photos on pages 4-5
This is just one of the nine splash pad features planned — all designed for maximum water fun. intrusive. “We are so excited this splash pad is moving from an idea to reality. We have high hopes that this will become a biking and walking destination for children, families and people of all ages to come cool off — and have just some good clean fun. I have no doubt that the Goodman brothers Continued on page 11
A different strategy is being considered to clean up Lake Monona An alum treatment facility has been proposed to clean up water passing through Starkweather Creek. Article on page 16 All that may be needed is a small garage-like building and an existing pond.
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Volume 144, No. 3• May l June 2014 Goodman Community Center • goodmancenter.org 149 Waubesa St. Madison, WI 53704 • Phone: 608.241.1574 • Fax: 608.241.1518 EASTSIDE NEWS Volunteer Staff Julia Cechvala, Rick Dunn, Ed Jepsen, Steve Meiers, Alexis Vargas, Sheila Voss, Pamela Wiesen
Goodman Community Center Staff Administration Executive Director: Becky Steinhoff Assistant Center Director: Lisa Jacob Facility Use Manager: Margo Tiedt Finance Director: Mary Smith, CPA Assistant Finance Director: Dewayne Powell Development Director: Rohan Barrett Communications and Community Giving Director: Kristin Groth Database and Events Coordinator: Sheena Loiacono Communications Manager: Kathleen Ward Foundation and Grants Manager: Betsy Swenson Volunteer and Stewardship Manager: Kate KatzbanBeren Office Manager: Tanya Martinez-Knauer Facility Use Assistant: Kristi Kading Receptionists: Alexis Bell, Erin Boris, Coy Campbell, Lori Luebke, Alesia Mayfield, Gretchen Olson, Claric Sarnowski, Ashley Staley, Alexis Vargas, Joanne Yanna Custodians: Roderick Brown, Ken Chappell, Nelson Lopez, Carlos Martinez, Jamel Phillips Maintenance Manager: Bret Hagemeyer
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Food and Nutrition Kitchen Manager: Chris Stephens Working Class Catering Coordinator: David Fischer Catering Chef: Gregory Badger Program Chef: Matt Goulding Ironworks Cafe Cook: Desmond Willingham Ironworks Café Lead Barista: Heidi Hilliard Ironworks Café and Working Class Catering Staff: Janessa Cardenas, Julia Joy Hilliard, Lukas Hoerr, Nicole Koontz, Hasonya Lewis, Brianna Nash, Ke’non Owens, Lashay Patzke, Aria Peterson, Stevie Rice, Doug Siebert, Juanita Toby, Chris Walker, Laverne Walker, Jonathan Vasquez, Lincoln Vilavong, Maria Zuniga
Food Procurement and Processing Manager: Amy Mach Food Pantry Coordinator: Jon Lica
Hold your weekday meetings and events at Goodman!
The LOFT at the Lussier Teen Center is also available for private parties for children or teenagers (limited availability).
Some helpful information:
We offer catering, too.
Room seating capacities vary greatly depending on how the room is set up.
Working Class Catering is an established teen education program where youth work alongside our professional chefs to learn the art and business of catering. You can trust Working Class Catering to provide quality food that tastes great and is presented beautifully. We will work with you to create a menu that suits your occasion and fits your budget.
Mezzanine seating areas are recommended for casual meetings because they are open spaces with glass wall partitions and are not sound proof. They are also not available for public meetings because they are at the top of a flight of stairs, making them inaccessible for the disabled.
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Emerson’s spelling bee champion By Angela Tortorice, GCC Elementary Programs Manager
When I stopped by to check in with our teal group (fourth and fifth graders) last month, the entire class was excited to inform me that one of them was famous. Foday, a GCC Afterschool Program participant since 2010, had just been to the city spelling bee after winning the schoolwide spelling bee at Emerson Elementary School. When I asked him for an interview, his friend Gavin asked if he GCC Afterschool participants Foday (left) and Gavin. could take the lead. Angela Tortorice: What was it like to be in the spelling bee at Emerson?
F: I was nervous to spell caterpillar.
Foday: It was nerve-racking and scary. Gavin: I was there! You were so brave. It was outstanding.
F: I had the butterflies! My heart was beating fast. When I won, I was relieved. I won a NOOK and my mom was there.
G: Your last word was so hard! I tried to spell it in my head. What was it again?
G: What was in your mind when you were driving to the city-wide spelling bee?
F: Heckle. That word wasn’t too bad for me. The second to last word, though, I missed. The other two contestants also missed so we got another chance.
F: If I miss, what word would it be on?
G: Wow! You are good. What else made you feel scared?
G: What was it like to win?
By Amy Mach, GCC Food Procurement and Processing Manager
Interested in learning how to prepare and preserve spring produce? Learn tips and tricks to make preserving at home enjoyable and stress-free. Topics will include food safety, freezing, dehydration and canning. Take one or all of the seven hands-on classes covering food safety, freezing, dehydration and canning. You will also learn tips and tricks to make preserving at home enjoyable and stress-free. Classes are every Tuesday, May through mid-June from 5-7 p.m. at the Goodman Community Center.
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There is a suggested donation of $10 for each class to cover the cost of food. Class size will be limited, so please sign up at least one week prior to the class.
On Thursday, March 20, over 300 children, teens, and families joined us downtown at the Madison Children’s Museum for our spring science night. A meal and transportation were provided to and from the Goodman Community Center, with families invited from our partner schools including Emerson and Lowell elementary schools and O’Keeffe middle school. “The energy was high, like Christmas morning! The kids were so happy to be there,” said Tanya Martinez-Knauer, a parent of two children in GCC’s Afterschool. Thanks to Madison Children’s Museum for offering to host and support GCC’s science night. Several families shared this was their first time ever accessing this wonderful building, and many more, expressed how amazed they were that the entire evening was free. This was our second annual science night event for families that was provided through funding from Madison Community Foundations support of COMETS (Creating Opportunity in Math, Engineering, Technology, and Science). This special project creates opportunities for science
Amadou and mom Sonna explore MCM.
GCC’s elementary participants explore interative exhibits at MCM. encouragement, particularly focusing on providing programming to low income and minority populations. Volunteers from the University of Wisconsin and other local groups with ties to science education hosted interactive activities and shared lots of information with caregivers that were also in attendance. Children had access to the entire museum space, which also offered many opportunities to learn and explore. “I had so much fun! I saw a snake, looked inside animals, and learned about bubble science. It was great having my brother and mom there,” said Aliyah, an Emerson second-grader. Aliyah’s mom, Lanae Pete, also commented, “I was very impressed. Having a free event available to families right in our own community that has a learning aspect is a good way to get families away from the TV and into a learning environment.” l
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Left: During the week, children like Kadiatou learned about the ingredients used to make pizzas. Before building the pizzas, the children did a scavenger hunt to look for the letters used to spell: pizza.
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Week of the Young Child By Kathleen Ward, GCC Communications Manager
The Goodman Community Center celebrated its 11th annual Week of the Young Child, April 7-11. This weeklong event is a national movement devoted to increasing community awareness regarding the needs of young children and their families. During this time, we also recognized Goodman’s Early Childhood and After School programs, as well as the staff who
provide these important services. Each day during the week, Early Childhood Programs Manager Dr. Rob San Juan took photos to showcase the special ways our program makes a difference in the lives of children. Our committed childcare team continues to provide the tools needed for our children to find success in their lives and in their community. l
Fatou (left) and her dad Ousman, enjoying the parent pancake breakfast during the Week of the Young Child.
Below: Ms. Jess helps Robbyn match the letter she found to the letters on the fence.
Right: GCC preschool teacher Mr. Robert explains and leads a counting exercise using colored bears.
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Below: Rachel and mother Claudia color together after the parent pancake breakfast.
Right: Soren, from our Early Childhood Education program, shows off his new monkey bar tricks. Below: GCC kids on the tire swing. The playground is used year-round by kids in childcare programs and by the community.
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“Come as you are” is not just a polite saying here It’s at the heart of why a gift to the Goodman Community Center is a good investment By Kristin Groth, GCC Communications and Community Giving Director
No matter what age you are, here at the Center you don’t have to pretend that your life is all together in order to be welcome, helped or respected. That is the foundation for some pretty profound things happening here.
Sam learned the most important thing at Goodman Summer Camp Last year, Sam was in first grade when his mom enrolled him in our summer camp, but it quickly became clear he wasn’t ready to learn — or play. He was mad. Right from the start he was violent, would run away from class and he had a very, very short temper. And no wonder. Turns out Sam had been in and out of foster care. He’d never met his dad, who was in prison, and he’d been hospitalized for depression and selfharm when he was 4 years old. He was simply screaming for help. His teacher, Miss Sara, said Sam would yell at her, “I hate you. You don’t listen. You don’t care about me.” That was hard for Miss Sara to hear, “That made me feel bad because I spent more time thinking and worrying about him than any other student — at work and at home. But, that was his truth. And I needed to respect that and somehow help him learn to trust me.
“We get to be the constant for kids like Sam. When they come here, they learn that they get the same rules, same expectations and same responses. They learn they can be a kid because they can depend on the adults acting like adults. Only then can they start to see themselves in a new way and hopefully, begin to thrive.” When Miss Sara looks back on that summer with Sam, she tears up. “It took a while, but Sammy ended up thriving. He had a great summer. He had fun. He got along with the other children and he started soaking up learning like a sponge.” Miss Sara helped Sam learn he was worthy of love and respect, and consequently, he started being more loving and respectful. For us, that’s the heart of our work — with every kid, with parents, with older adults — everyone. It makes all the difference. Have you found that to be true?
Girls Inc. participants Deja, Caniya and Kenisha practice their performance at GCC’s middle school talent show.
Girls Inc. ‘Performing Ourselves’ dance finale By Colleen Berg, GCC Girls Inc. of Greater Madison Coordinator
You’re invited! You’re also invited. You too. And you! You’re all invited to the 2013-2014 Girls Inc. “Performing Ourselves” dance finale. The show will be held at Lathrop Hall (1002 University Ave.) in the Margaret H’Doubler Theater at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 3. Admission is free and parking will be available nearby in the ramp on Brooks Street underneath Grainger Hall. You don’t want to miss this. This is the second year of a wonderful partnership Summer is more than an absence of with the University of Wisconsin Dance school. It’s a rich opportunity to help kids in many ways — please give today. Department that provides Madison girls Help make this a good summer for everyone groups with weekly classes taught by a skilled teacher (students from UW’s dance who comes to the Center in need, whether program) to learn about different types they are growing up — or growing better. of dance, experience dance therapy, learn You can give your gift online at goodmancenter.org, mail in your gift or stop by routines choreographed by their teachers as well as to choreograph their own routines. the Center any time. Thank you. l Joining Goodman’s Girls Inc. members on stage will be dancers from Kennedy Heights Community Center’s Girls Inc. program, Vera Court Community Center’s
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Girl Neighborhood Power program, and a group from the Boys and Girls Club. Joining in the audience will be two new Girls Inc. groups from Falk Elementary School and the Wisconsin Youth and Family Center, as well as the friends and family members of the performers. Perhaps the most important lesson these girls learn is what it means to be a part of a team. Teamwork requires qualities like dedication, commitment, resilience, perseverance … to name a few. These qualities are difficult for youth to identify until they experience a “grand finale moment.” This performance is exactly that: the moment when our girls get to see their hard work pay off and understand why it is worthwhile to dedicate, to commit, to persevere. And of course, the bigger the audience — the grander the finale. Hope to see you there! For more information on Girls Inc., please contact Colleen at colleen@goodmancenter.org or call 512-7603. l
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By Helyn Luisi-Mills, GCC MERIT Program Manager
Do you remember having “the talk” with a grown up about the birds and the bees? Awkward, uncomfortable, and embarrassing are probably the words many would use to describe that experience. But what about fun, successful and educational? This is what youth are saying about MERIT. Madison Empowering Responsibility in Teens is a program of the Goodman MERIT uses outreach in public schools like Whitehorse Community Center. Over (above), community centers and other Madison area the past four years, MERIT groups to empower teens to make healthy decisions. has reached over 2,000 teens in schools, community cencelebrating the activities that empower ters and organizations around Madison. teens. Focused on setting goals and achieving Beginning May 9, MERIT is hosting a dreams, youth are led through teen pregcommunity-wide conversation about teen nancy prevention lessons through converpregnancy prevention and risk behavior. sations, videos and activities. Anyone who is interested in empowering “It’s like something I want to learn teens to thrive and protect their dreams is about; you don’t want to be a teen mom invited to the breakfast presentation and taor a teen parent. You want to know what ble dialogues. This free event will be held could happen and you want to learn about at the Center. Registration begins at 7:30 it. They’re relatable and fun,” a MERIT a.m. and ends at noon. youth shared. For more information about MERIT or The vision of MERIT is to see youth our May 9 event, please email meritinfo@ empowered to make responsible decisions goodmancenter.org or visit goodmancenleading to positive life development and ter.org/programs/merit. l well-being. Throughout the month of May, MERIT will be hosting a number of events
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Balancing school, sports, friends and family can be a difficult task for even the most organized person. Sports can be a memorable and exciting part of high school for many youth, offering opportunities for building teamwork skills, self-confidence and personal growth. A rigorous practice and game schedule can be the cause for a student athlete to let their academic success fall to the wayside. To be part of an East High School team, a student needs to receive high marks in all their classes and have above average attendance. Each week, student athletes are required to turn in Tuesday reports from teachers, signifying a passing grade in the class and minimal absences. If a Tuesday report comes back unsigned by a single teacher, that student is considered ineligible to play until grades and attendance improve. In the fall of 2012, Goodman Community Center partnered with East High School Athletics to minimize the number of ineligible student athletes on the boys basketball team. This was the beginning of East’s first Study Table. GCC’s Lussier LOFT-run Study Tables consist of individual case management and one-on-one tutoring. Cooperating teachers share classroom materials with LOFT staff to help the student athlete with time management and organization when it comes to their assignments, quizzes and tests throughout the busy season. Case management is an opportunity for ineligible athletes to work with a LOFT staff member
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Lussier LOFT study halls at GCC support day school academic standards. and their classroom teachers to create academic goals for the season. The Study Table’s pilot year resulted in 100 percent eligibility for the boys basketball team. With results like that, GCC staff knew this could become a consistent program for all sport teams at East High School. Once again, in the fall of 2013, Goodman teamed up with the boys basketball team for another successful season, as 100 percent of the team was eligible throughout the season. Currently, the Center offers Study Tables twice a week at East High School, serving the track and field and baseball teams. This school year, we have touched and strengthened the lives of 180 student athletes. Thank you to the East High School Athletic Department, coaches, cooperating teachers, Study Table volunteers, and to the dedication of the student athletes for all your hard work throughout the season. For more information about contributing your time or talents to the LOFT Study Table, please contact Libby Schultz at Libbys@goodmancenter.org. l
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GCC is hiring a youth program leader for the Lussier LOFT middle and high school summer program. The LOFT summer program provides high-quality enrichment aligned with Wisconsin academic standards. LOFT staff work together to provide Madison youth a safe, fun and productive place to spend their out-of-school time. Program Leaders are expected to supervise and engage with youth at all times.
We are hiring a part-time catering chef to support the Lead Catering Chef in the execution of menus for the Working Class Catering Company. All professional staff in the food programs are responsible for participating in the training, education and support of teens in the Seed to Table Education and Innovation Education Programs. Hours vary by catering needs, though most events are Thursday-Monday. Read the complete position description and learn how to apply on our website.
Read the complete position description and learn how to apply on our website.
Download applications and read complete job descriptions at goodmancenter.org/employment
Want to help hungry people? The GCC Fritz Food Pantry is always in need of food to help ensure that everyone has nutritious food.
Drop off food donations any time during our open hours. If you have a large quantity to deliver, our receptionist can often arrange for someone to help you. Contact Jon Lica, Food Pantry Coordinator at 241-1574 or jon@goodmancenter.org.
GCC Fritz Food Pantry needs: » » » » » » » » » » » »
Canned beans, canned meat/tuna Fruit juice, applesauce, jelly Soup, pasta sauce Canned/boxed meals Fresh fruit and vegetables Granola bars, protein bars Almond, soy and rice milks Oatmeal, pancake mix,rice Oral hygiene supplies Household cleaning supplies, Personal hygiene supplies Diapers, all sizes Gluten-free, low fat and low salt products are always appreciated.
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Older Adult Programs at the Center For more information about any older adult programming at the Center, contact Gayle, Older Adult Program Manager at 241-1574 x232 or gayle@goodmancenter.org. Gayle Laszewski
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Our activities for older adults are designed to help folks stay connected to our community and maintain a strong social network. Seniors come for card games, bingo, gentle exercise class, and 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 to join in. Meet us in Bolz Room A for some fun!
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.
will cancel your ride. If you need to cancel your ride after 2 p.m. or on weekends, there is a different set of instructions — just ask Gayle.
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 Gayle at 241-1574 x232 by noon the business day before the day you Making traditonal Chinese won wish to come for lunch. Ask to be tons during ‘Try Something Friput on the ride list for the following day.’ meal day and await your ride!
Traditional Chinese paper cutting for Chinese new year.
Salad served at 11:40 a.m. Lunch served following salad
principles from Tai Chi, you’ll lift your arms and your spirits!
Bingo — hours and details
Hours and details Gentle Exercise class meets on Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. in Merrill Lynch Room C. The Friday Tai Chi Fundamental Form class meets from 1-2 p.m. No registration needed. There is a $1 suggested donation. Led by Sarah Watts, certified ROM, Range of Motion, dance instructor.
Mondays: 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesdays: 12:45-2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and alternate Thursdays
Morning discussions
Join us on Tuesdays mornings from May 6 through June 24 for an ongoing course on philosophy for everyday living. Come on alternate Thursday mornings from May 8 For more information, contact through June 26 for courses on art Sarah Watts at 244-9424. appreciation, health and current events. Course input and suggestions Second Wednesdays are encouraged. Five-minute chair massage For more information or specific dates, contact John Wilson at 6923193 or johnmichaelwilson@yahoo. com Tuesdays and Fridays
Euchre
Older adults play euchre every Tuesday and Friday from 12:30-2:30 p.m. No need to preregister. You’ll need to pay $1 at the door to feed the kitty! Prizes go to the top three scorers.
Five-minute chair massage by Dr. Ron Inda, chiropractor. Free. Arrive early for this popular service. Check the welcome board in the lobby for the location. Dr. Inda will do massages from 9-10 a.m. Upcoming chair massage dates: May 14 | June 11 Alternate Thursdays 1-2:30 p.m.
‘Philosophy of the Wise’
You don’t need prior knowledge of Philosophy, or the so called “facility for deep thinking.” This philosophiVarious Saturdays cal journey will provide you with Euchre intimate, life-enriching conversaEuchre games are offered one or Monday and Wednesday tion. Topics are explored in an Need to cancel a ride? two Saturdays each month from Nickel bingo after lunch open-minded way. Course subject Call the Center by noon the business in Bolz Room A. Des12:30-3 p.m. matter is decided collaboratively by Come for lunch and stay for the fun, day before the meal day, and we enrolled participants. Discussion or just come to play. Where else can sert is served from 12:30-1 p.m., and card playing goes from 1-3 p.m. FRIENDS NEEDED you have so much fun for a nickel? No need to preregister, just pay $1 materials are provided. Lunch — hours and details at the door to feed the kitty! These Upcoming Philosophy dates: ssist with a craft project, Doors open at 10 a.m. May 1, 8 & 22 | June 5 & 19 fees become the prize money. serve a meal or just engage in
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Upcoming Euchre dates: May 3 & 17 | June 7
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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 that limits movement. These rangeof-motion exercises are recommended by doctors and therapists to help keep joints flexible and can be practiced both sitting and standing. By incorporating movements with basic
For more information or specific dates, contact John Wilson at 6923193 or johnmichaelwilson@yahoo. com Alternate Thursdays
Classic movies and documentaries Watch classic movies with a focus on jazz and blues musicians. Documentaries begin at 10 a.m. and movies begin at 12:30 p.m. Upcoming screening dates: May 15 & 29 | June 12 & 26 Continued on next page
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For more information on these movies and documentaries, contact John Wilson at johnmichaelwilson@ yahoo.com.
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The Fitchburg Singers perform for GCC’s older adult program.
creases confidence in managing the condition. Participative sessions Thursdays 12:30-2:30 p.m. and build group support as attendees Sundays 1-4 p.m. brainstorm, problem-solve, share Ping-Pong experiences and also form and reCome play Ping-Pong. New players port on weekly action plans. Topics always welcome. include nutrition, exercise, stress management and medication, techFriday mornings niques to deal with symptoms, and Often on Friday mornings, Paris more. There is a low-cost refundBlues, with Jim Willett, Larry Livable $20.00 textbook deposit. GCC ingston and Al Hough, play jazz is hosting a class on Mondays, May from about 10-11 a.m. It’s not a 12 through June 23 (no class 5/26) formal performance — you can still from 12:15-2:45 p.m. read the paper or talk with your For more information or to register friends while they play. for the program, please call Gayle at 241-1574 ext. 232. 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. Please contact Gayle with questions. Mondays, May 12 through June 23
‘Healthy Living with Diabetes’ Are you Type-2 diabetic? Sign up now for “Healthy Living with Diabetes,” a six-week, evidencebased series which teaches self-management skills and in-
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. Participating seniors can use the county transportation system for older adults. Bus reservations are required by noon the business day before the meal day. Call the Center at 241-1574 x232 for geographic zone details or see page 8.
Thursdays 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Looking for a place on the east side to play kitchen bridge? Join your hosts at GCC on Thursdays from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Adult bridge players of all skill levels are welcome — you just need a working knowledge of the game.
Wednesday, May 21
Senior spring luncheon Come celebrate spring with a wonderful musical performance by the Fitchburg Singers and a delicious lunch. The Fitchburg Singers are a special mixed vocal group which tours each year with a new program that represents music of “our era,” bringing happy memories to their audiences. The musical theme this year is Sun, Moon & Stars and will feature familiar songs such as “You are my Sunshine” and “Moon River.” The performance begins at
11 a.m., followed by lunch at noon, featuring pork chops, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad and dessert. Nickel bingo will be played from 12:30-2:30 p.m.
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.
For more information or to register for the program, please call Gayle at 11:30 a.m. Suggested arrival time 241-1574 ext. 232. 11:40 a.m. Tossed salad followed by the main entrée Thursday, May 1 Turkey Pot Pie | Cheesy Potatoes
Friday, May 2 Chicken Cacciatore | Mixed Veggies Monday, May 5 Shepherd's Pie Tuesday, May 6 BBQ Pork Sandwich | Slaw Wednesday, May 7 Health experts regularly present in Chicken Alfredo | Broccoli our older adults programs Thursday, May 8 Vegetable Lasagna | Garlic Bread Wellness with Walgreen’s Come listen to a health presentation by Greg Dockter, Walgreen pharmacy manager. Presentations will begin at 11 a.m.
Friday, May 9 Baked Cod | Potatoes & Carrots Monday, May 12 Baked Chicken | Green Beans
Tuesday, May 13 Learn about osteoporosis prevention Baked Chicken | Mashed Potatoes and managment. Wednesday, May 14 Beef & Veggie Stir Fry June 11 — Brown bag event May 14 — Osteoporosis prevention
Have a one-on-one consultation with a Walgreens pharmacist. Bring a list of your medications. l
Thursday, May 15 Pork Loin | Broccoli and Potatoes Friday, May 16 Herb Chicken | Beans & Potatoes
Older ADULT PROGRAMS in the community
Monday, May 19 Roast Turkey | Mashed Potatoes
Theater Bus for adults 55 and over
Tuesday, May 20 Grilled Cheese | Tomato Soup
Sunday, May 18
‘Cheaper by the Dozen’ Performed by the Stage Coach Players of DeKalb, Ill. with lunch at the Kishwaukee Country Club. Cost is $65.
Call 257-0003 or email betty@theaterbus.org.
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Wolf River cruise
Wednesday, May 21 Pork Chop | Beans & Potatoes
See 14 famous Clydesdale horses and enjoy a guided tour and grandstand show at Larson Farm in Ripon. Lunch is served at the Royal Ridges in Ripon. Cost is $63
Join us for a Wolf River Cruise and a buffet lunch aboard the Fin n’ Feather Showboat out of Winneconne, Wis. Cost is $68.
Thursday, May 22 Turkey & Bean Stew | Snap Peas Friday, May 23 Baked Cod | Baked Potato & Carrots
Famous Clydesdales
Monday, May 26 CLOSED
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Gift to your family Get step-by-step directions on how to prepare an “advance directive,” a legal document that makes your health care wishes clear to others. Join Jennifer Tiedemann from Agrace HospiceCare at 10 a.m. Call 266-6581 to register.
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Why can’t I sleep? Come learn tips to help identify and solve various sleep problems and an overview of over-the-counter and prescription sleep aids. Join Walgreens pharmacist Zach Luick at 10 a.m. to learn more. Call 266-6581 to register.
Wednesday, June 4
Espionage Listen to master historian and Professor Vejas Gabriel Liuleviciussurvey speak on how world powers have worked in the shadows to gain information or subvert enemies. This 12-week course begins on June 4 from 12-1:30 p.m and costs $10. Call 266-6581 to register. l
Tuesday, May 27 Spaghetti | Garlic Bread Wednesday, May 28 Chicken Salad | Split Pea Soup Thursday, May 29 Swedish Meatballs | 4 Bean Salad Friday, May 30 Red Beans & Rice | Corn The June menu can be picked up at the Center by mid-May. l
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Acrylic paints, new My Little Ponies, new My Littlest Pet Shop toys Board games of Othello, Trouble and Sorry, new Umbrellas (many!), new or gently used Kickballs and foam balls Permanent markers
Boys Group, Zach Watson
Speed bags, gloves, jump ropes, boxing wraps Functioning printer Gift cards for academic achievement Piano keyboards Fishing supplies: poles, reels, lures, bait Sports equipment: footballs, basketballs Bicycles, locks, like new Bike helmets, new Musical instruments Tickets to sporting events
Drum Circle, Deenah Givens Percussion instruments, drums of all sizes, rattles, shakers, triangles, ethnic percussion instruments
Family Support, Deenah Givens Gift cards for movies, food, gas, stores Bus passes and cab ride coupons Small to medium clear plastic bins for organizing
Facilities, Margo Tiedt 32” - 39” flat-screen HD TV
Gym, Tyrone Cratic
Baseball bats and balls Tumbling mats Oversized yoga balls Tunnels
Lussier LOFT, Eric Hartwig Skateboard supplies
Sound proof panels Headphones Blank CDs and DVDs
Older Adult Programs, Gayle Laszewski Large print books or magazines Board games CDs, big band music, jazz Duncan Hines cake mixes and frostings (Four each per flavor of cakes and frostings). Flavor combinations: carrot cake/cream cheese frosting; spice cake/butter cream frosting; chocolate cake/cherry frosting; orange cake/ lemon frosting; white cake/chocolate frosting Glass coffee pots for commercial grade coffee maker Kitchen clock
Preschool, Rob San Juan
Puzzles Small blocks (with letters) Matchbox cars Rubber animals/people Dress-up clothes Silk flowers Buttons Muffin tins Books on CD or tape Preschool magazines like Ranger Rick or National Geographic Kids Typewriter or keyboard Multicultural art, dishes, books, CDs
TEENworks, Keith Pollock Youth bus passes Gift cards or movie passes for incentives Garden cart or wheel barrows Perennial plants Strawberry or raspberry plants Prairie flowers
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Find details for these activities online at: goodmancenter.org Preschool Goodman Little Sports Skills, Ages 3-6 Parent Tot Time, ends May 15
Elementary School Aerial Arts for Kids, see mazomac.com Goodman Little Sports Skills, Ages 3-6 NESYB Youth Basketball, see nesyb.org
Middle School Aerial Arts for Kids, see mazomac.com Band Nights, see theloftmadison.org CLUE, Skateboard Club Low Flying Trapeze, see mazomac.com NESYB Youth Basketball, see nesyb.org
High School Aerial Arts for Kids, see mazomac.com Band Nights, see theloftmadison.org CLUE, Skateboard Club Low Flying Trapeze, see mazomac.com NESYB Youth Basketball, see nesyb.org
adults Advanced Aerial Silks, see mazomac.com Aerial Silks, see mazomac.com Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Women Balanced Flow Yoga Buddhist Philosophy Community Drum Circles Culinary History Enthusiasts of Wisconsin (CHEW) East Side History Club Feldenkrais Classes
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To buy advertising, ask for production help or to send ads for submission: Dave Link, Eastside News Advertising and Production ESNads@goodmancenter.org or 241-1574 x289
For questions about editorial content or to send articles for submission: Joanne Yanna, Eastside News Editorial Manager ESNeditorial@goodmancenter.org or 241-1574
For information about advertising or submitting content in the Eastside News: Download our 2014 Guide to Advertising and/or our Editorial Submission Guide at goodmancenter.org, or contact kristin@goodmancenter.org or 241-1574 x224 to have one emailed or mailed to you.
older adults Bingo After Lunch, Wednesday and Friday Bridge, Thursday Euchre, Tuesday Classic Movies and Documentaries, alternate Thursdays 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, Thursdays and Sundays Tai Chi, Friday
Note: This list includes activities scheduled before this paper went to press. Activities are added all the time to our online activities calendar with the most current information. To register for a class If registration is required, the contact person or organization listed online will handle fees and registration.
To report changes or errors 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 and all programs will be CLOSED for Memorial Day, Monday, May 26
lussier Fitness Center
Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Ironworks Cafe Hours
Mondays, CLOSED for training Tuesday through Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fish & burger Nights Fritz Food Pantry Hours
CANCELED until further notice
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Feldenkrais, Free Your Back Workshop Indoor Co-ed Soccer, 5v5 Knitting Circle, Intro La Leche League Low Flying Trapeze, see mazomac.com Men’s 21+ Basketball Drop-in NA Traditions Pilates with Bonnie Ping-Pong SASY Neighborhood Association Soka Gakkai International-USA (SGI), Sunday Gathering TangoBasico Lessons, Argentinian Tango Parents Connect Women of Worthington Yoga, Sunday morning Zumba
Tuesdays , 9:30 a.m. to noon, Brunch-style meal Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Dinner-style meal Thursdays, 12:30 to 3 p.m., No meal
Attorney Juscha E.M. Robinson Wills and trusts for traditional and non-traditional families Real estate Probate Debt relief Flat fees and reasonable hourly rates
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Splash l from page 1 would absolutely love this new community resource because it will provide active fun for kids and ultimately, it will add to our quality of life in Madison. The Goodman Foundation is no doubt fulfilling its mission and continuing Bob and Irwin’s loving legacy with this gift. I can’t wait to have a child push that button and start the water flowing — and hear the kids giggling,” says Becky Steinhoff, Executive Director of the Goodman Community Center.
The Goodman Foundation makes a splash The Goodman Foundation was established upon the passing of Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman, beloved philanthropists who gave so much to our community — and their good name to our Center. “One of Irwin and Bob’s favorite quotes was ‘the best exercise for the heart is to lift a child,’ and we think the splash park, along with the other programs at the Goodman Community Center, will help Robert D. and do that,” said E.G. Irwin A. Goodman Schramka, Executive Director of the Goodman Foundation. “With the grant for the splash park, the Goodman Foundation is continuing the close relationship that Irwin and Bob had with the Goodman Community Center during their lifetimes. The splash park will further enhance the Center as a neighborhood destination.” Becky Steinhoff agrees, “I was fortunate to get to know Bob and Irwin personally, and every time the Goodman Foundation makes a gift like this, I wish I could still stop by their apartment and thank them personally. I loved how they smiled when you told them how much their generosity was helping people — especially children. It’s quite inspiring to me how they have arranged to continue being so loving to our community well into the future.”
When does the fun start? We’re hoping the splash pad will open in July. The project is in the final phase of approvals with the city, so construction, which is expected to take about six weeks, is likely to begin sometime in May. Once construction is well underway, we’ll post updates on our website, on Facebook and on Twitter — and will announce the opening, and any special events around the opening in our July-August issue of the Eastside News. We’ll also include the
Plans for the Goodman Community Center’s new splash pad include nine fun water features for kids of all ages. The splash pad is expected to open in July and will be free to the public, thanks to a gift from the Goodman Foundation. hours and any other information you’ll need to know.
This project is in good hands Eppstein Uhen Architects designed our beautiful facilities, and while their formal work was done when our doors opened, they have continued to be incredibly generous partners. Cliff Goodhart, R.A, who was the senior project manager for our new building, now serves on the Goodman board of directors and is serving as the project lead for the splash pad thanks to the generosity of Eppstein Uhen Architects. Our old friends at Vogel Bros. Construction Company will be building the splash pad. They did the construction for the Center and Pete Vogel, President and CEO, serves as the chair of the Goodman board of directors. We know Pete and his team will make sure the project is done right.
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In keeping with the original construction of the Goodman Community Center, the Center has been ultra conservative with all decisions that could impact the safety and health of children using the splash pad. The site will require the installation of a large water tank under the splash pad, so soil will be taken out to make room for the tank. Since our property was originally an industrial site, our previously approved plan called for us to prevent direct contact with the subsurface soil — the soil below the 1½ feet of clean topsoil we had hauled
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in before we landscaped. The cement base for the splash pad will cap the soil, which means we’ll meet the goal of eliminating any contact with the splash pad water. We can be sure it will clean and safe. Once the water starts flowing, it will be fun and safe. Splash pads aren’t a new thing, so over the years they have been refined to maximize both safety and fun. For instance, there is never standing water, and the surfaces are slip-resistant and easy to clean. No doubt there will still be an occasional skinned knee or stubbed toe — so we’ll keep the Band-Aids handy. Get the suits, sunscreen and sunglasses out and bring a little one you love. Get your feet wet. ‘Cause splish-splash — this is going to be a blast. l
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With water becoming a more precious resource all the time, we are happy to report that the splash pad recycles water from a tank below the surface, so the water it uses is constantly recirculating and being
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a bIG thanks to these community-minded businesses and organizations who supported us in February and March These organizations have donated time and/or resources to help keep the Goodman Commmunity Center programs strong. This support, along with broad support from individuals and a corps of volunteers, makes all the difference. HP Company Match Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Foundation Lake Edge Lutheran Church Madison Community Foundation Milio’s Subs Runners Anonymous Sagacious Consultants Schoep’s Ice Cream Company Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin Sons of Norway Idun Lodge St. Bernard Catholic Church ThermoFisher Scientific Matching Gift Program United Way of Dane County United Way of Metropolitan Chicago US Dairy Forage Resource Center UW Hospitals & Clinics Authority West Bend Mutual Insurance Co Wisconsin Beverage Associate Inc. Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
ABRA Auto Body & Glass Alliant Energy Foundation American Beverage Foundation American Family Mutual Insurance American Girl Fund Amgen Foundation The Benevity Community Impact Fund Beta Omicron of Epsilon Sigma Alpha BMO Harris Bank Bunky’s Cafe City of Madison CMI Management Community Action Coalition for South Central Wisconsin Dependable Cleaning Fair Oaks Nursery & Garden Center First Weber Group Foundation Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier GCC Food Pantry Volunteers GCC Full Block Captains GCC Older Adult Volunteers GCC Volunteer Bakers
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will have a chance to guess the number of cans for a chance to win free Mallards tickets! The Mallards and MINI will also hold food drives throughout July to support the food pantry. Please watch for event details online at goodmancenter.org, mallardsbaseball.com or miniofmadison.com. l
Thanks to Walgreens Walgreens is donating a much-needed bingo cage and bingo balls to our older adult program. Thank you for your generosity! Our older adult program offers nickel bingo on Mondays and Wednesdays.
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The city of Madison Food Policy Council announced recipients of SEED Grants in March. The grants are designed to assist emerging projects that support increased access to healthy food for children in Dane County. Of the 26 proposals submitted, 10 will share $50,000 to get their program off the ground. The Goodman Community Center will receive a $5,092 grant to develop the Healthful Access Program. This new initiative will enable the Food Pantry to offer nutrition education and cooking demonstration courses while providing childcare. These classes will focus on health, wellness and provide hands-on cooking lessons to help transfer healthy practices from the Center into the home. The Center is collaborating with multiple community organizations to execute the program. U.W. Extension’s Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program has developed an Eating Smart, Being Active
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Volunteer Days in the Yahara Parkway
May 31 -Promote the growth of native spe-
cies by reducing competition from invasive plants. Meet at the bridge across the Yahara River at Jenifer Street at S. Thornton Ave. June 14 -Invasive removal and mulching. Meet at the Burr Jones Field parking lot at 1820 E. Washington Ave. by the basketball courts. June 28- Remove exotic and invasive species. Filene Park at 1610 Sherman Ave. is on the lake front and located on the small knoll northeast of the Tenney Park locks/ dam and boat launch. Meet at the knoll. l
May 23, 30 and June 21
Moonlight Movie Series in city parks Several city parks will again host a Moonlight Movie Series presented by Madison Parks, Madison Mallards and the Madison Parks Foundation. It is sponsored by Zimbrick Honda. Bring your family and a blanket out to the parks to enjoy classic movies. The fun, family oriented films are free and open to the public.
Friday, May 23 “The Goonies” (PG) at 8:30 p.m. Peace Park, 452 State St.
Friday, May 30 “Jaws” (PG) at 8:30 p.m. Olbrich Park, 3527 Atwood Ave.
Join the Madison Herbal Institute in celebrating HerbDay 2014 at Olbrich Gardens Sunday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Madison Herb Day is one of the largest organized herb events in the country. Last year over 350 people attended this event. There will be herbal presentations, walks and activities for adults and children. Presentation topics this year include making herbal sodas, nervines for autoimmune
diseases, remedies for first aid, acupressure for pain relief, teas for fevers, growing and making your own medicines and more. After attending a class or herb walk, you can shop at the Herbal Marketplace for salves, soaps, herb plants, tinctures, teas, pottery, herbal DVDs and books. For more information visit MadisonHerbalInstitute.org for a complete schedule. l
May 3
El Día de los Niños Celebration The Latino Children and Families Council is proud to sponsor the 2014 El Día de los Niños on May 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Goodman Community Center. There will be food, information booths for families, children’s dances, games, a live DJ, hands-on science experiments and
crafts. There will also be key information on Deferred Action and educational and employment opportunities . For more information about the event, please contact Fabiola Hamdan at 2462967 or Hamdan@countyofdane.com. l
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Saturday, June 21
Spend a week of your summer making the world a better place and join Habitat for Humanity of Dane County on a Global Village trip to El Salvador from July 4-13. For more information, go to cityofmadi- Airfare, in-country transportation, all meals son.com/parks/celebrate/moonlightmovie- and accommodations are covered with series.cfm. l “Monsters University” (G) at 7 p.m. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. The Duck Pond at Warner Park
your tax-deductible donation to Habitat of $1,900. For more information about this trip or to reserve your spot contact Dan Belknap at djbelknap@gmail.com or Lisa Bollinger at labollinger@hotmail.com. l
June 16, 23 and 30
Girls and boys volleyball beginning skills camp
May 21-22
Buffalo Soldiers: The Legacy Steve Meiers, Eastside News
There are times when the rehearsals for the play, “Buffalo Soldiers: The Legacy,” look like the staff lounge at East High School. A former minority affairs coordinator, Richard Scott, is the play’s writer, producer and director. He recruited East High School’s assistant principal David Krause, and EHS counselor Joe Nigh, as actors. The play, which will be performed at the end of May, depicts the lives of black soldiers who served in segregated units after the Civil War. The natives (whom they fought) called them Buffalo Soldiers to acknowledge they were respected adversaries. Scott first learned about the Buffalo Soldiers when he heard the musical group, The Persuasions, sing a song about them in 1996. Sharing the history of this group was important to Scott, but he also saw a chance to tell a bigger story, so when he couldn’t find someone to write a play about them, he decided to write it himself. “I always told my students not to be afraid to try something out of your comfort zone — as long as it was legal — so I took my own advice,” said Scott. Black soldiers faced challenges their
The cast of Buffalo Soldiers white counterparts did not, noted Krause. There were no black officers, and few whites wanted to command a unit of black soldiers. In fact, many refused a commission if it meant they had to command a unit of blacks. Some of the officers were like Krause’s character, Lt. Foster, whom he describes as a “mean, racist, narrow-minded bigot.” There will be special performances for area middle and high school students May 21-22 at 10 a.m. at the Overture Center. Public performances are at 7 p.m. with a discussion following.
Children in third through seventh grades can learn basic setting, passing and serving skills. The volleyball camp is organized by Madison Starlings Volleyball Club, a nonprofit that provides volleyball experiences for kids who otherwise could not afford it.
The camp will be held at the Goodman Community Center gym three Monday evenings from 7-9 p.m. Cost is $40 per child. To register by the May 30 deadline, contact Lauri Schwartz at schwartzfelix21@gmail.com or 335-3953. l
May 31
May 16-17
Annual Pi Mile run
Habitat plant sale
The 15th Annual Pi Mile run to support the East High School math program will take place at Warner Park on Saturday, May 31, with registration at 9 a.m. and the run/walk at 10 a.m. Proceeds pay for calculators and maintenance. Donated prizes for the end-of race drawing are welcome. For more information, contact Jesse Wiedmeyer (jwiedmeyer@madison.k12. wi.us or 204-1603 ext. 41526 l
The sale of perennials includes daylilies, hosta, iris, phlox, rudbeckia, ferns and various ground covers. Plant prices are $4 each or three for $10. Habitat ReStore East, 208 Cottage Grove Road from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity of Dane County. l Do you support the Goodman Community Center? Thank you! Thank you!
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HerbDay 2014 will be a celebration of herbs
April through June
May 10 -Mulch the rose garden berm and park path, remove invasives. Meet at the Rutledge Street bridge.
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Feeling blue over the winter? Want to get out and make your planet and your parks look better? Try the volunteer day tonic! The Friends of the Yahara River Parkway are hosting several volunteer days. The day starts at 9 a.m. and ends between 11 a.m. and noon. Gloves, tools and refreshments are provided.
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LaFollette High School celebrates 50 years Brea Kleine, Anniversary Gala Chair, LHS grad and parent of LHS student
We suggest arriving to the event at 5-5:30 p.m., with dinner being served at 6 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person, with tables of eight available for $40 per person ($320 total). To register for the gala, visit LaFollette50th.com and complete the registration form. Please visit LaFollette50th.com to view pictures, watch the video from Fifty Fest 2013, check out other events and please submit any pictures. We look forward to celebrating with you on July 12. For more information about the Gala, please contact Brea Kleine at LaFolletteGala@gmail.com. l
May 3
Amigos to host fiesta fundraiser Join the Wisconsin chapter of Amigos de las Americas for an evening of food and music, Saturday, May 3 from 5-8 p.m. at the Goodman Community Center. Music will be provided by the East High Jazz Quartet and Golpe Tierra. There will also be salsa dance lessons, a silent auction and a raffle for a MacBook Air. Cost for adults is $15; ages 4-10: $8; 3 and un-
der are free. Tickets include a taco bar and soda. Tickets are available at the door or online at brownpapertickets.com. Proceeds benefit the Wisconsin chapter of Amigos de las Americas and help to defray family costs and support volunteer scholarships. The Wisconsin chapter provided nearly $10,000 in scholarships for 2014 volunteers. l
May 2-12
Madison set to go on a craft beer binge When is a week more than seven days long? When it’s the 10-day fourth annual Madison Craft Beer week, of course. You’ve heard of eating local and buying local, so why not drink local? There will be free tastings, cheese pairings, pint specials and cask festivals. The suds will start pouring all over town Friday, May 2 and will continue to flow through Sunday, May 12. More than 150 beer-infused events will
Register now for the Madison Kubb tournament Corey Jacob, Kubb player and coach
July 12
La Follette High School opened its doors in the fall of 1963, and since July 2013 we’ve been celebrating its 50th year. The 50th anniversary year will wrap up with a gala at Monona Terrace Saturday, July 12. This event will give alumni, current students, parents, staff and community members a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate the past and present excellence of La Follette High School while supporting the current and future excellence of the school and the surrounding community. The night will include dinner, dancing, entertainment and reminiscing with a view of La Follette through the years.
May 21-22
showcase the Greater Madison area’s local brews including east of the isthmus favorites such as The East Side Club, Alchemy Café, One Barrel Brewing, the Malt House and Harmony Bar. Pick your favorites or try something new — the choices are varied so that there is truly something for everyone. For more information, visit MadBeerWeek.com for the full festival lineup and customize your event. l
Kubb (pronounced “koob”) is an outdoor game whose Viking origins are over 1,000 years old. The object is to knock over wooden blocks (kubbs) by throwing wooden batons (kastpinnars) at them. Two teams of two to six players compete on lawns, beaches or frozen lakes to be the first to knock down all of the blocks and the king (kung) in the middle of the playing field (pitch). Because it’s played outside, every game is different. A rough pitch or just a strong wind can throw even the most experienced players off their game, so you have to be ready for anything. Wisconsin joined the modern incarnation of Kubb in 2007 when Eau Claire hosted its first Kubb tournament. It has since grown to become the U.S. Kubb National tournament and has inspired many other communities to host their own tournaments. There are 24 Kubb tournaments in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois and Kansas. Last year I coached a small team of Goodman Community Center staff and volunteers at the Madison Kubb tourna-
ment. I’m proud to say they did well and are coming back this year. I have been playing Kubb with my family and Aaron Berry, Madison Kubb club and tournaCorey Jacob ment founder, for years now — since I was 5, and I’m 13 now. We start our season at a fun tournament in Rockford, Ill. with friends every spring. The tournament will take place at Olbrich Park at 3527 Atwood Ave., with registration from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and games beginning at 9 a.m., rain or shine. Registration fee is $40 per team. Net proceeds will benefit the Center. The tournament is open to the public, and all skill levels and spectators are welcome. For more information and to register, visit madisonkubb.com. l
May 3, 17, 22-23
Leaf mulch sales at Olbrich Gardens Leaf mulch cuts down on watering and weeding, recycles leaves and is credited for Olbrich’s healthy gardens. Great for annuals, perennials, trees and vegetables. On May 3 and 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., buy in bulk and save. Tractor scoops, $40 plus tax per bulk scoop, are best loaded into a truck or trailer. On May 22-23 from noon to 5 p.m. we load bagged and bulk mulch for you. Bags are $6.50; bulk scoops are $40 plus tax.
everything from annuals and perennials to ornamental grasses and shrubs. Friday, May 9 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Summer concerts in the Gardens
Plant Sale with the Pros
Enjoy an evening with a concert on the Great Lawn of Olbrich’s outdoor gardens. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Picnics are allowed in the Gardens for Tuesday concerts only. In case of rain, concerts are held indoors. Tuesdays, June 24 through July 29 at 7 p.m. Suggested $1 donation.
Local gardening experts, master gardeners and Olbrich’s horticulturists will be available to answer questions. The sale features
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Interim principal bids farewell to Lowell By David Bray, Lowell Elementary School interim principal
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Lowell. The process for bringing the new principal to Lowell is well underway. Around May 5, the district is hoping to David Bray announce who the new principal will be, and I look forward to helping create a seamless transition. We have had a wonderful year of teaching and learning here at Lowell School. What a great bunch of students we have,
taught by highly competent and energetic teachers. The families of our students are supportive and involved, and this makes for a meaningful and effective partnership between home and school. Continuing to grow and improve individually and as a staff is a goal we all share. To that end, we have focused our improvement efforts on teaching positive behavior skills to our students, improving our teaching strategies to better serve the learning needs of our students, and aligning our instruction to the Common Core State Standards. l
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Math Club raises money to support sustainable infrastructure in Guatemala By Cynthia Chin, Madison East High School, mathematics teacher and Engineering Club adviser
Thank you to all the East High School students who participated in the Engineering and Philanthropy clubs’ annual February penny drive. Our charity for this fundraiser is the University of Wisconsin chapter of Engineers without Borders. Funds support locally maintained infrastructure projects in developing countries. The U.W. chapter’s latest project involves protecting a natural spring that serves the small town of Pujuya, Guatemala, piping water to a storage tank in town, and then piping water from the tank to 48 individual homes. More information about the work of UW-EWB can be found at ewbuw.org.
Collections in excess of our charity goal will support East High student participation in the Sustainability Summit and LEEP Day event (Latino/Exploring Engineering Professions). Math Week will be May 19-23 this year. We are seeking guest speakers from the community to talk about how mathematics is used throughout the Madison area. Artistic, social and political applications are of interest, as well as technical and business uses. For more information and to make suggestions for presentations, contact Cynthia Chin at cchin@madison.k12.wi.us or call 204-1603 ext. 41534. l
East side students volunteer with Amigos de las Americas to change lives in Latin America By Robin Craig, Wisconsin Chapter of Amigos de las Americas
Gareth Collins grew up listening to his mother’s stories about the people she knew and places she lived as a Peace Corps volunteer. At the end of this summer, the LaFollette High senior hopes to be telling his own stories about his volunteer experiences with Amigos de las Americas in Cotopaxi, Ecuador. This summer Collins and 14 other youth from the Madison area will join more than 600 others from around the U.S. to volunteer with Amigos de las Americas in countries such as Ecuador, Peru, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Paraguay. They are the 50th group of volunteers Amigos has trained and sent to Latin America. Volunteers live with host families and collaborate with community members to
plan and complete community projects. Volunteers offer a variety of reasons for joining Amigos. Rachel Mlatawou, a junior at East High, joined because she loves to explore new places, try new foods and wants to improve her Spanish. She will volunteer in Cajamarca, Peru for eight weeks this summer. East High senior Jeromy Gotschall serves on the training team, sharing his experiences with new volunteers. Last summer he volunteered in Nicaragua, working with his community to paint walls and build new furniture for the community center. “It helped open my eyes as to how difficult it is to immerse yourself in a totally foreign language and culture, but how positive it can be also,” Gotschall said.
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Marion Dunn pond in the Arboretum is the city’s first test site for treating stormwater using alum. The small brown “outhouse” is the only structure required for this project.
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What to do about too many dirty lakes
Stormwater treatment facility is proposed along Starkweather Creek to remove phosphorus By Ed Jepsen, Eastside News
How often have we lamented that our Madison lakes have too much algae and that come July and August they don’t smell all that inviting? Our lakes have been insulted by high water levels eroding shorelines, suffered significant loss of wetlands, been over fertilized with nutrients running off farm fields and city streets, and the native plant and animal communities disrupted by exotic species like Eurasian milfoil and carp. These insults have contributed to lower water quality and algae blooms that have made our lakes unattractive at times. A study, “Copper in Lake Muds from Lakes of the Madison Area,” published in 1946 vividly describes “plagues of algae continually visiting the Madison lakes for the past 75 years during the summer months.” Plagues of algae? Sounds like vengeance on the Pharaoh. So, the water quality and smell of our lakes has been a concern spanning many decades. So what has been done about it? One of the early efforts focused on killing the algae. Did you know copper is toxic to many algae? Armed with this knowledge, local officials regularly treated Lake Monona with copper sulfate during the summer months. The study above indicates at least 1.6 million pounds of copper sulfate were applied to Lake Monona between
the 1920s and the 1940s. We’ve also had local, state and national initiatives to improve water quality by reducing nutrient inflows. We’ve diverted (and cleaned up) wastewater coming from sewage treatment plants, worked with farming interests to invest in manure bio-digesters, removed phosphorus from detergents and some fertilizers, increased street sweeping, encouraged rain gardens, promoted composting, and we’ve even stocked the lakes with northern pike and walleye to feed on the small fish so they eat fewer Daphnia and eat more algae. These efforts have helped in small and large ways to reduce pollution loads, control algae and improve fishing. However, we haven’t seen that breakthrough in lake water quality we all desire.
So what’s next? Total Maximum Daily Load is the amount of a pollutant/nutrient that can be added to a system and still achieve the desired water quality. Our Madison lakes contribute to the larger Rock River watershed. The Rock River has been identified by Department of Natural Resources and the Environmental Protection Agency as an “impaired water body,” and entities that contribute to the pollution load, especially for phosphorus, must help clean it up.
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Madison is collaborating with 30 partners in Dane County to assess a new approach, called adaptive management, to provide better water quality across all the lakes at a much lower cost. This approach is being tested in a four-year pilot project called Yahara WINs. This project is the first of its kind in the nation to use adaptive management to seek significant phosphorus reductions from all sources. Collectively we need to reduce phosphorus loads by 50 to 80 percent over the long-term from sewage treatment plants, farm fields and city streets. The city of Madison share of the phosphorus reduction is about 16,000 pounds per year. That is a significant reduction, and one of the options the city is pursuing is alum treatment of stormwater.
Treating the stormwater Alum treatment is not a new technique and has been used to improve water quality in lakes for several decades. Alum is aluminum sulfate and when added to water, it
quickly bonds with phosphorus, suspended particles and even bacteria which then settle as a “floc” to the bottom. This clears the water and decreases the availability of phosphorus, thus reducing unsightly and unpleasant algal blooms. The city is proposing using alum treatments at one test site in the U.W. Arboretum and another longer term site along Starkweather Creek. The test site is the Marion Dunn pond at the corner of Glenway and Monroe streets. This site will start operating in June and will be used for two years. The U.W. will be using it as a teaching and research opportunity. The Starkweather Creek proposal is still in development, but is intended to be a long-term site to treat storm runoff in the stream. The proposed site is on the Voight property along Starkweather Creek between Highway 30 and Milwaukee Street. The plan is to lower the water levels in an existing pond during dry weather and diContinued on page 18
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Spring compost bin and rain barrel sale May 3 By Bryant Moroder, RainReserve program manager
Spring is here, and that means it’s time to quench your thirst for gardening at the city of Madison’s compost bin and rain barrel sale. This year’s event will take place Saturday, May 3 in the Alliant Energy Center parking lot. Rainwater harvesting and backyard composting are important individual actions to protect Madison area waterways. It is estimated that over 8,000 homes in Madison already have rain barrels or compost bins. As part of the Clean Lakes Alliance citizen action campaign, each customer will receive a “Renew the Blue” sticker with their rain barrel or compost bin purchase. “When people do their smallest part to take care of the lakes, they are part of a collective whole,” said James Tye, vice president of the Clean Lakes Alliance. Rain barrels and compost bins are available in brown, tan and gray. Each rain barrel includes a downspout diverter, and the standard rain barrel holds 50 gallons of rainwater. Larger systems can hold 200 gallons per downspout which can fill up surprisingly quickly. Just a half inch of rain on a 1,000-square-foot roof space produces 300 gallons of harvestable rainwater. For larger systems, and homeowners with less time, installation services are also available by contacting bryant@rainreserve.com.
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Getting bikes tuned up to ride for the summer Alfonso Flores V takes off a wheel as a part of Worthington Park Neighborhood Association’s free bike repair. This event takes place the third Monday of the month in Worthington Park from 6-8 p.m.
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For more details, call Steve at 241-3460, the WPNA info line at 229-1454 or go to worthingtonpark.org.
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Girl Scout troops collect books for Africa By Sheila Lenius, Girl Scout leader
Emerson Elementary and Girl Scout troops 2082 and 1163 collected 1,300 books to send to a primary (elementary) school in the African nation of Swaziland. Eight Emerson classrooms collected coins for penny drives and the Girl Scouts contributed $105 from cookie sales. A total of $500 was raised to ship the books to New Orleans and on to Africa; it also provided training and set up after arrival in Africa. Lara Pawelski’s fourth-grade students kept track of donations, and I collected and tallied the book count. Students got to practice their math skills in decimals, addition, multiplication and graphing. Emerson students and the Girl Scouts made cards and letters with drawings of lions, snow and self-portraits, and shared favorite book titles and authors. This helped make a connection for Madison students, as they practiced their writing skills. This book drive started on Martin Luther King Day and continued through February’s Black History Month. The Girl Scouts also teamed with Emerson to send 2,550 books to schools in Sierra Leone and Malawi in 2013. Projects undertaken to raise money included bake sales, $100 from the Girl Scout cookie sale, donations and an auction of a quilt made by Ms. Suzy Grindrod and her kindergarten class.
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Girl Scouts (l-r) Haylee Peterson and Victoria Lenius from Troop 2082, and Molly Lenius from Troop 1163 with the books they sent to Swaziland. Troop 1163 is made up of Emerson first- and second-graders, and troop 2082 is fourth-grade girls from several elementary schools on the east and north sides of Madison. This troop will start a fourth book drive with Lakeview Elementary to raise more money. They are also pairing with Lindberg Elementary to collect books. Books will go to South Africa or another country; details are pending. If you would like to make a donation of gently used children’s pre-K to fifth-grade books, please contact Sheila Lenius at 243-1193. l
Troop 34 getting ready for a busy summer By Francine Hartman, Boy Scout Troop 34 secretary
What is 66 years old has 34 feet and 28 Eagles? It’s the very active Boy Scout Troop 34 making the most of a long winter. Our 17 scouts (with their 34 feet) have been on two ski outings, two overnight camp-outs (optional sleeping inside handcarved snow caves), and are busy planning backpacking, canoeing and bicycling outings for this summer. We reached a milestone in December 2013 when Stuart Fass, a junior at East High School, attained the rank of Eagle Scout — our 28th Eagle. This puts Troop 34 about 40 points above the national average of 6 percent of all scouts who go on to Eagle. We have three or four scouts who hope to complete their Eagle projects by summer 2015, as well as three new families with younger scouts, so there’s a place for everyone, at any level. Active on the east side for 66 years, our troop puts a priority on having fun — it’s not only about merit badges and feel-good service work. Summer camp brings safe, supervised riflery, archery, sailing, navigation skills and campfires. Scouts can also choose from many more activities like cooking, geology and astronomy. True to our east side pride, we will nev-
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SASY becomes a partner in hosting AtwoodFest Thanks to the graceful passing of the torch by the Goodman Community Center, AtwoodFest, presented by Monona State Bank, will be produced in partnership with neighborhood organizations. A team of community organizers from the SchenkAtwood-Starkweather-Yahara Neighborhood Association; the Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center; and SARA, the nonprofit arm of the Barrymore Theatre, are hard at work to bring a new take on AtwoodFest. The festival will be July 26 from noon to 9 p.m. and July 27 from noon to 7 p.m. This year you will see a reimagined KidsFest with an entertainment stage sponsored by Liz Lauer and Associates. AtwoodFest 2014 will highlight a wide array of fine neighborhood restaurants, local vendors and Wisconsin beers. Hoping to make it easier to grab a brew, there will no longer be a ticket system for purchasing beer. Excited yet? If so, “like” AtwoodFest on Facebook, use #atwoodfest on Twitter and other social media or just send a good oldfashioned email to AtwoodFest@sasyna. org. You can find additional volunteer and vendor information on our web page.
Union Corners and co-housing Planning for co-housing at Union Corners is ramping up a grade. Preliminary discussions have been held between the developer, Gorman and Company, and folks interested in LGBT- and senior-friendly cohousing at Union Corners, with a possible site being in the triangle area adjoining the neighborhoods between Winnebago Street and the bike path. Initial ideas include more than one cohousing group, perhaps two different pods of 40 units each. The parties interested in co-housing are still considering other sites, but hope the final Union Corners design
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Street talk Over 40 neighbors at a February public SASY streets meeting expressed concerns and ideas about how we move around our neighborhood. Over 300 comments were collected about pedestrian, bike, motor vehicle and bus issues. Difficulty crossing Atwood Avenue and motor vehicle speeds on Eastwood Drive and Atwood Avenue were the most common concerns. Closing some streets where the bike path crosses was also suggested by a number of participants. Information collected was shared with city officials and the neighborhood at SASY’s annual membership meeting in April. We continue to invite comments at transportation@sasyna.org and will use them to prioritize our work for improving transportation around the neighborhood. l
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Worthington Park neighborhood; larger than Darbo By Alfonso Flores V, President of Worthington Park Neighborhood Association
For years, WPNA was little more than a name. When I first got involved, Worthington Park Neighborhood Association, Ltd. was delinquent with the state, its 501(c) Alfonso Flores V (3) status had been revoked by the Internal Revenue Service, and it seemed like less than a handful of members remained. It’s as if what the founding folks worked to establish was all gone, and at a glance it was. The neighborhood association was considered nonexistent, its residents apathetic beyond hope. Was that the case? Being new to the group, I couldn’t say. What I felt, though, was that there was an undeniable energy in my community, and I wanted to do what I could to broadcast it. As the then-new president of a struggling organization, I made decisions I thought were in the best interest of keeping some semblance of WPNA moving forward. I quickly forged relationships with community service providers, tried to identify and nurture alliances I thought would help promote WPNA. Also, when I perceived a potential threat to my neighborhood, I made my opposition known and encouraged people to come to the table for discussion. I held meetings, attended meetings, talked on the phone, sent hundreds of emails and a whole bunch more, but in short, I did what I thought persons champi-
oning for their neighborhoods would do. It felt natural, and it worked. WPNA increased meeting attendance, its board was growing, and as of March 2014, WPNA was in good standing. After that, I went down to Heartland Credit Union and started accounts for WPNA, its first in many years. Success tasted good, but not as good as the big slice of humble pie that followed. Recently, two WPNA officers not so gently reminded me that I’m no longer mostly alone steering this ship and that I can’t keep making calls on behalf of a group now with a full board of directors and many interested residents. My assuming habits of the last two years needed to be broken. It’s not my show. The strong WPNA I always wanted and touted became a reality. How do I know? My cowboy ways were challenged. I’m not hanging up the spurs, not at all. I’ll be just as vocal and involved as before, but now there are others, and they have their own voices. I stand among powerful people who’ll work for their community, who’ll work to advance quality of life for residents, who want to redefine their neighborhood, and who see Worthington Park as larger than just Darbo, the street that has defined the area for decades. We invite you to see our progress by joining us at our annual picnic July 19, at a bike or soccer day in the park, or at a neighborhood meeting. For more information, go to worthingtonpark.org. l
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Ice cream business adds to its east side presence By Pamela Wiesen, Eastside News
A delightful addition to the Atwood neighborhood is slated to open May 1 at 2302 Atwood Ave., across the street from the Harmony Bar and Grill. The Chocolate Shoppe plans to add a seasonal walk-up ice-cream store in the funky space most recently inhabited by Glitter Workshop. Dave Deadman, Chocolate Shoppe owner and longtime east side resident, said that the local company plans to create inviting outdoor seating and a landscaped stone wall area in the back where customers can hang out after purchasing ice cream at a walk-up window facing Atwood Avenue. The Chocolate Shoppe family business, located on Daniels Street, has been making ice cream since 1962 and has capacity for 110 flavors. So far, plans are to offer 24 flavors, 18 of which will be old favorites and another 6 will rotate through every week or two so that there’s always something new to try. Tentative hours will be Thursday through Saturday or Sunday starting in May, then daily throughout the summer,
Chocolate Shoppe is starting walk-up ice cream sales May 1 in the odd sized building at 2302 Atwood Ave. possibly returning to the weekend schedule after Labor Day, depending on demand. As of now, Deadman thinks the shop will be open until 9 or 10 p.m. on weekends. Deadman said the idea for the spot came to the family a couple of years ago, and that property owners Teresa Pullara, and her husband, Rachid Ouabel, also owners of Bunky’s, were enthusiastic from the beginning. After planning and obtaining city approvals, the space is now ready for its latest, and sweetest, incarnation. l
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Deborah Huff was finding it difficult to live in an apartment and have the space for framing and artwork, so when she stumbled upon the art studio for rent in the back of 2716 Atwood Ave., she knew she had to have it. In a very short period of time, however, she began to outgrow it. Soon the bookbinder, who was renting the front space, was moving out, so Huff quickly jumped at the opportunity to take over the front and start her frame business. Looking out of a sunny window facing Atwood Avenue, Huff said, “It will be great for folks to watch me work, but I’m really going to need shades for the heat.” Huff, owner of the new Deborah’s Frame Garden at 2716 Atwood Ave., customizes her framework to fit the needs of any project. She will help customers decide whether to use archival paper and glass for an old family photo or important document and suggest using less expensive materials for a child’s art project. She will work in harmony with clients whether they need a new frame, have their own or just need an artistic eye. “I want to get artwork out of storage and onto the walls,” Huff said. Shadow boxes are one of her favorites, as well as the stretching and mounting of needlework. Her services will soon extend
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to on-site consultation along with the selection of artwork through installation. Huff was born and raised in Burlington and attended Gateway Col- Deborah Huff lege in Kenosha to pursue a career in data entry, but her inner artist soon led her to a degree in interior design. She kept a spare room in her home for art projects and framing, and she framed and designed for friends. A few years ago Huff moved back to Burlington to take care of her ailing father. She found caretaking rewarding and difficult at the same time. Her dad had been an autoworker his entire life and instilled in Huff a strong work ethic, so upon his death, she moved to Madison to be with her partner and start anew. For more information, email Deborah Huff at deborahframegarden@gmail.com or call (414) 940-2775. You can also find Huff at many of the summer art fairs as a vendor. l
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Megan’s Custom Framing offers expertise along with enthusiasm
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The Tip Top Tavern opens next chapter
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I met with Benjamin Altschul at the Tip Top recently on a late Friday morning. With bright eyes and an engaging smile, his passion for his latest endeavor was obvious. When I asked Altschul how long he’d been in the restaurant business he said, “As long as I can remember. I was born into it.” People come into the tavern and recall him being placed in a drawer on top of the counter at The Ovens of Brittany where his mom, Jane Capito, was the manager. When asked how he chose the Tip Top his eyes drifted off to another time, remembering his mother taking him to youth football at Warner Park and how they would stop at the intersection, just outside the tavern. He would look up at the old brick building and think how majestic it seemed. Fast forward to a little more than a year ago. Altschul was walking past the building and thinking that the energy he’d felt from the place in his youth felt like it was dwindling, and the bar “just looked tired.” Putting some prior real estate experience to work, he did some checking and made an effort to contact the owners. When he didn’t get a response, he stopped in for a conversation. Upon hearing that Altschul was interested in purchasing the bar, the owner immediately got on the phone to his sister who had just listed the place for sale. Within a day, the deal was done. Al Rasho, the bar’s manager, has previous experience managing businesses like the Piano Man, a Chicago jazz bar. Altschul spoke of Rasho as not only a friend, but as a spiritual brother. He said they’ve traveled the world and shared
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The Tip Top’s Benjamin Altschul many life experiences. Together they began the process of transforming the old neighborhood fixture into what they hope to be “the next chapter” of the Tip Top Tavern project that included facing a large amount of water in the basement and many artifacts found along the way. After nine months of blood, sweat and (I have to say it) tears, the Tip Top reopened. With a menu crafted to meet the appetites of the neighborhood and a willingness to adapt and evolve as needed, the bar is looking forward to the addition of fresh farmers’ market items. The bar is planning on opening an outdoor patio by May 15 and adding brunch and lunch options. Altschul has a profound sense of respect for the neighborhood and its history and a very strong desire to make a positive contribution to that history. He would like folks to know that the Tip Top Tavern is a “safe place for everyone emotionally, spiritually, physically. Come as you are … we’ll be here!” Altschul said. For more information go to info@ thetiptoptavern.com or call 241-5515. l
Since opening in January, Megan Hegde’s frame shop at 1941 Winnebago St. has been more than busy. “We’ve been slammed. This is a great location. So many people around here value art or are artists themselves,” said Hegde. But clearly, she owes her success to more than her location. Her customers appreciate that she supports local artists and only carries Wisconsin-sourced frames, although she is happy to special order frames from outside the state if a customer requests, she said. Megan’s Custom Framing is filled with local art, both framed and ready to frame. The first Friday of every month, from 5-9 p.m., Hegde hosts a reception featuring two to three local artists. The frame shop also offers custom cut mirrors, museum quality framing and wholesale prices. They frame wedding portraits, needlework, diplomas and keepsakes of all kinds and also specialize in framing sport jerseys and creating shadowboxes. What she loves most is helping customers find the perfect frame. “If you dream it, we can frame it. Bring in whatever it is you want framed and we will help you design the perfect frame.” Her business is new, but she’s been framing for many years. She worked in the
Owner Megan Hegde beams through one of her many locally-sourced frames which are making customers smile. framing department at Michael’s during high school and worked for a few familyowned frame shops over the years, too. When she was ready for her own store, the Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative was a tremendous resource. They helped her create her business plan and then loaned her the startup fund. With the business going so well, she will soon be hiring some employees. “I want to be sure I can continue to provide quality framing and always get my customers’ newly framed artwork to them in a timely manner,” said Hegde. For more information see megansframing.com, call 709-1322 or find them on Facebook. l
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History Club seeks feedback on future topics The East Side History Club is on hiatus and will resume monthly meetings in September. During this time, the club is looking for feedback on future history topics. Please use the ballot below to express your input. The East Side History Club blog at http://eastsidehistory.wordpress.com shares local history “finds” as they come to light. To submit your memories and pictures to publish on the blog, send an email to whitesarah@charter.net.
The East Side History Club, a project of the Goodman Community Center, meets on the third Saturday for three months each spring and fall to collect and share memories of Madison’s east side. If you would like to receive meeting notices by email or postal mail, contact Sheena Loiacono at sheena@goodmancenter.org or 241-1574 ext. 349. For more information, contact Sarah White at 347-7329 or whitesarah@charter.net. l
We are looking for ideas for future programs. Please rank your interest from in the following topics: Write numbers from 1-5, 1 = no interest at all • 5 = very interested indeed
• East Side health care: Doctors, dentists and drugstores ____ • “The Sun Prairie Road” — E. Washington Ave. from Union Corners ____ • Olbrich Garden club ____ • East side origins of Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream ____ • Dairies and milk deliveries ____ • “Atwood East” — the history around Fair Oaks Ave. and Atwood Ave. ____
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Please clip out and return form to the front desk of the Goodman Community Center or mail to Sarah White at 50 S. Fair Oaks Ave. Madison, WI 53714
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Trachte metal buildings — they’re not just for storage By Pamela Wiesen, Eastside News
Trachte Building Systems, once a Madison-based company now located in Sun Prairie, started building small metal buildings for retail and storage uses at the turn of the 20th century and has left a legacy of unique structures throughout the state. It’s possible you’ve never noticed any of their products, since these industrial, utilitarian buildings blend into our east side landscape. But once you recognize their distinctive features and add-ons, perhaps, like me, you’ll come to appreciate their charm — and ubiquity. What makes these buildings unique is their shape. Although they could be mistaken for Quonset huts, if you look carefully you will see that these two types of corrugated steel buildings differ. The Quonset hut maintains its curved shape all the way down the sides. A Trachte (pronounced Trock-tee) structure, on the other hand, has a curved roofline, but the side walls are vertical. The company has referred to them
as “barrel-vaulted roofed sheds.” Part of their charm lies in their use — on the east side and elsewhere, they appear to have been pressed into service for any number of applications besides their obvious basic storage value. You can find a restaurant (That BBQ Joint, 1511 Williamson St., former home of Batch Bakery), studios (take a look at the tan and blue adobe-looking building on East Wilson Street, with its delightful matching mailbox), businesses (MadCat, 1012 Williamson St.) and, of course, used in a basic storage capacity as garages, sheds and the like (along East Dayton and East Mifflin streets, for example). The company, founded in 1901 and then called Trachte Brothers Co., started manufacturing these particular buildings in 1919. In 1930 the company introduced a “modernistic cornice”: a facade to provide an art-deco appearance for storefronts. You Continued on page 24
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By Fred Risser, State Senator, 26th District
Constituents matter the most
often by extending the time that permanent The legislative floor restraining orders remain in effect. Under session ended for the By Chris Taylor, State Representative, 78th Assembly District the bill, a judge may order a permanent year in April, and I People often ask me had the honor of strongly standing against injunction to be in effect for a maximum would like to update about my favorite part these and other harmful policies while period of 10 years instead of the current you on several bills of my job. The answer continuing the proud progressive legacy four years. that were passed and is simple — having the of those who held this seat before me, inThe Republican majority rammed the action that occurred most amazing, engaged cluding David Clarenbach, state Sen. Fred through 2013 Wisconsin Act 146 to elimiduring the fall and and involved constituRisser, Congressman Mark Pocan and U.S. Fred Risser nate weekend in-person absentee voting spring floor periods. ents in the state. Sen. Tammy Baldwin. Progressive legisand reduce the number of hours a muThe social media protection bill (2013 The 76th Assembly lation I’m working on includes medical Chris Taylor nicipality can offer that service during the Wisconsin Act 208) provides Wisconsin District is the most cannabis, campaign finance reforms, the citizens with privacy protections regarding week. Absentee in-person and weekend active constituency in Wisconsin, and I am ALEC Accountability Act, fighting for the their personal Internet and social media ac- voting has been a very important option for proud of the amount of contact I have had rights of women and children, protecting counts. This new law makes it illegal to re- many citizens. Seniors and individuals with with my constituents. Whether it is partici- the environment and the Workers’ Rights disabilities and working parents do not alquire an employee, job applicant, student, pating in a flash mob, reading and respond- Restoration Act. ways have the luxury of voting on election prospective student, tenant or prospecing to your emails and letters, speakI’ve also reached across the aisle and tive tenant to turn over their username and days, of missing work to vote, or have the ing together after committee hearings, or prioritized finding issues that everyone means or accessibility to get to the polls password to any social media website, exmarching in a parade with your family, it is can agree on and that improve the lives of cept under very certain circumstances such during the workweek. a privilege to represent you, hear from you Wisconsinites. Examples of my bipartisan The Republican-led effort will now as monitoring or restricting what is done and spend time with you. efforts include Clean Energy Choice, inmake it even harder for working parents, on a company owned computer or cellThis legislative session, I’ve held 18 dependent officer-involved death invesseniors and disabled citizens to exercise phone, or law enforcement investigations. office hours at local coffee shops, visited tigations, the Children’s Outdoor Bill of The Wisconsin State Building Commis- their constitutional right to vote. We should nearly every local neighborhood associaRights, Radon Mitigation Act, banning be making it easier to vote rather than maksion (I am a member) approved $560,000 tion in the district, served as guest speaker smoking in all child care facilities and desing it more difficult. to help fund a new Domestic Abuse Interfor 18 local organizations, held three ignating March 8 as International Women’s If you would like to contact me or my vention Services facility and shelter here in community listening sessions with other Day. Madison. Construction of this new facility office on any matters of interest to you, elected officials, sent regular email upWhile this legislative session has please feel free to contact us by mail at and offices is vital for providing needed dates to more than 7,000 people at a time nearly wrapped up, government continSen. Fred Risser, P.O. Box 7882, Madiservices and care to domestic abuse vicand responded to over 6,000 contacts from ues to operate. I remain available to you son, WI 53707-7882, by phone at (608) tims. constituents. But my outreach won’t stop for any state issue. Whether you need help 266-1627, or by email at Sen.Risser@legis. Legislation was also passed to help dothere. Starting this spring, I will knock on navigating a state agency or would like to mestic abuse victims face their abusers less wisconsin.gov. l thousands of constituent doors, and I hope share your thoughts on an important public to have the chance to meet you. policy matter, I encourage you to call me at This was a tumultuous legislative ses266-5342 or email me at rep.taylor@legis. Do you like the Eastsidenews? Help offset our costs by supporting sion. Whether it was passage of mining wi.gov. the Goodman Community Center. www.goodmancenter.org legislation, the controversial state budget, It is an honor and privilege to represent or bills that curtail voting rights, I have you in the assembly. l
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Union Corners project may soon go to City Council
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By Marsha Rummel, District 6 Alder
Invest in neighborhoods needing assistance By David Ahrens, District 15 Alder
City leaders are proposing that the city invest up to $60 million into a downtown hotel/apartment complex. This investment would be made south of the Capitol, and for David Ahrens a number of reasons I have been critical of this plan. Comparing the average increase in property values in each of the last 12 years for this area with the non-downtown neighborhoods, we find that there’s been a downtown increase of 9.5 percent each year while the increase in our neighborhoods has been only 4 percent. Indeed, many of the areas in District 15 have had little or no growth in value in the past decade. Given these facts, it seems fair and sensible that the city should invest in the neighborhoods that need assistance. Instead, the plan invests in an area that is growing at a faster rate than any other part of the city. The millions of dollars in low interest loans, tax deferrals and public
works improvements (such as new streets) make such projects extremely profitable. Contrast this treatment with a constituent who opened a coffee/sandwich shop in our area. He invested and borrowed thousands of dollars to rebuild the space and install new plumbing, electrical, etc. Not only did he not get a city loan, his property tax bill sharply increased as a result of his investments. His shop is a positive development for the neighborhood. Compare this benefit to what we will gain from a luxury hotel/apartment complex on Wilson Street. This question will be asked in many forms and is critical to the quality of the city’s life now and in the years to come: Should we focus on these “little things” in our neighborhood that maintain the fabric of our communities and serve the interests of city residents, or the big “marquee” project that is expensive, risky and of dubious benefit except for a few? Please feel free to email me at district15@cityofmadison.com with your thoughts. l
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At a March community meeting, about 100 neighbors gathered at the Bashford United Methodist Church to hear Gary Gorman and Joe Schwenker from the Gorman Marsha Rummel team and representatives from UW Health discuss the Union Corners project. One of the highlights of the meeting was the group of 20 to 25 people, mostly women, who came to advocate for LGBTQ friendly senior co-housing. The proposed plan now places the UW Health Clinic at Sixth Street and East Washington Avenue, allowing for the grocery and four stories of residential housing on the corner of Milwaukee Street and East Washington Avenue. Many details still need work, but overall the site plan has improved. If there are no significant delays, the project could be in front of the City Council by May 20.
Garver Feed Mill update The process to create a new committee to review the Request for Proposals and select a developer to restore and preserve the historic Garver Feed Mill will start soon. One of the initial questions the community needs to address is whether to seek exemption from the shoreline referendum. City ordinance requires voters to approve any change in legal status of a public park bordering on a lake or navigable waterway, and the proposed 99-year lease of the 5-acre Garver site will trigger the ordinance. With a fall referendum vote, an entire winter would likely pass before any work could begin on the building. Most people I talk to support the policy goals of the shoreline referendum process that governs city park property. I would appreciate hearing your thoughts on the shoreline referendum. Please contact me at district6@cityofmadison.com or call 772-4555. l
County’s Clean Sweep now open year-round By Joe Parisi, Dane County Executive
Warmer weather has finally arrived, and with it, the unofficial ritual of de-cluttering closets, basements, garages, and barns to start off fresh. Thankfully the Joe Parisi county’s new Wisconsin Clean Sweep facility, now operating year-round instead of a limited time during the year, is making it even easier to get rid of the old paint, car batteries or unwanted electronics like computers and cellphones you may have piling up. Clean Sweep first opened two decades ago, and the program has kept an amazing 10 million pounds of waste from filling up the landfill or being disposed of in unsafe ways that pollute our water and soil. Our new year-round facility opened last year at the county’s landfill and has increased hazardous waste collection throughout the county by 3 percent — an amazing 764,939 pounds — resulting in even less pollution entering our water and our soil. Electronic waste collection, a new addition to Clean Sweep, has also been successful — 57,477 pounds of unwanted
electronics were kept out of the landfill in the first year, or enough to fill three semitrailers. Making the change to a year-round Clean Sweep program not only helps tidy houses, businesses and farms, it’s part of the county’s overall commitment to a sustainable and energy efficient future. We’re making homegrown bio-compressed natural gas from decaying trash at our landfill and using it to fuel our county vehicles, helping build manure digesters that clean up our lakes and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and updating county facilities to save energy and taxpayer dollars. We hope you’ll visit Clean Sweep at its new location at the county landfill, 7102 US Hwy. 12, Madison. It is open Tuesday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.; Saturday from 8-10:45 a.m.; and closed Sundays, Mondays and holidays. Dane County households will be asked to pay $10 per drop-off. Please call 838-9555 or visit danecountycleansweep.com for additional details, including a full description of products and electronics that will be accepted, fee structure and exceptions. l
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Thursday, June 19 at 1:30 p.m. Hands-on inquiry into light, color, symmetry and their effects on the human eye. Create your own spinning top with a paper design and upcycled CDs. Grades 2 and up.
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Wednesday, May 14 at 5:30 p.m. Help create fun decorations and props to celebrate the summer reading club. For tweens and teens in grades 3 and up.
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Month of June, drop-in anytime Make an origami zombie or experiment with other origami creations. Origami books, paper and other supplies provided.
Family Movie Matinee Saturdays, May 31 and June 28 at 1 p.m. Enjoy a recent-release family movie. Call for current show title.
Anime and Manga Drawing Workshop Saturday, May 24 at 10 a.m. Learn tips and techniques for creating anime art from a local graphic artist. Markers and drawing paper provided. Participants must be age 10 or older. Call or register online beginning May 1.
Blastoff to Outer Space! Wednesday, June 25 at 2 p.m. Join U.W. Space Place and learn more about the fascinating life of an astronaut. Kids will also make a flat model of the space shuttle.
Alphabet Factory Wednesday, May 7 at 10:30 a.m. Come celebrate the ABCs with stories, music and play.
Music Together Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25 at 11 a.m. Interactive music experience for children 5 and under and their families. Call or register online beginning May 28.
Adult book discussions Wednesday, May 21 at 6 p.m. “Breaking Night,” by Liz Murray Wednesday, June 18 at 6 p.m. “Carry the One,” by Carol Anshaw
The Salad Days Book Club Fourth Thursdays For readers in their 20s and 30s interested in early adulthood and popular culture reading. Meets at the Chocolaterian Café, 2004 Atwood Ave. Join the discussion on Goodreads at http://goo.gl/mbb7z.
Spanish Storytime Fridays throughout May at 10:30 a.m. ¡Acompáñanos para una alegre combinación de cuentos, canciones, rimas y más — todo en español. Este es un programa para niños de 3 a 5 a con sus madres, padres o cuidadores. ¡Bienvenidos los hermanitos más pequeños. No hay necesidad de inscribirse, así que pueden venir cuando quieran. Join us for a happy blend of stories, songs, rhymes and more — all in Spanish. This is a drop-in storytime for kids ages 3-5 with their parent or caregiver. Younger siblings welcome. 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 ReStore. For further program details or to register, call 224-7100 or visit madisonpubliclibrary. org. Library hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. Friends of the Pinney Library Book Sale Thursday, May 8 through Monday May 12 Call library for specifics.
Estate planning Tuesday, May 6 at 6 p.m. Learn the key elements of estate planning and receive resources for you to complete a plan of your own. Register online at wwbic.com or call 257-5450.
Researching your business idea Tuesday, May 13 at 3 p.m. Explore the potential of your business idea by conducting market research. Register online at wwbic.com or call 257-5450.
Resilience workshop Thursday, May 29 at 7 p.m. Resilience: Three Surefire Strategies for Happiness and Thriving During Times of Challenge and Change. While life is unpredictable, your well-being doesn’t have to be.
First Friday, First Person Friday, June 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Share and critique writing in the first person during these brown bag sessions. Sign up on arrival to read on a first-come, firstserved basis. No smut. Listeners welcome as well as readers.
Contemplative writing with aromameditation Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 Participants will leave with a tangible expression: a decorated journal, new writing piece and relaxation techniques. Space is limited; registration begins May 19.
First Friday Flicks Watch a new release on the big screen. Movies are rated PG or PG-13. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Call two weeks ahead for movie title and start time.
Chess Club First and third Thursdays at 4 p.m. Learn how to play chess and play against other children with varied levels of experience. For children in grades K-12. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.
Music Together Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28 at 11 a.m. Interactive music experience for children ages 5 and under and their families.
Humanitarian Knitting First and third Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
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Reflections on the Banks of the Yahara By Helen Sarakinos, neighborhood resident
For one month starting mid-May, the Yahara River parkway, from Lake Mendota to Lake Monona, will be transformed by art. The exhibition will feature work by five local Madison artists and celebrates the unique value and beauty of the Yahara River. The art encourages neighbors and visitors to see the common with fresh eyes and enjoy the landscape in new ways. As neighbors living near the Yahara River, co-curator Jessica Becker and I got excited by what a little art could do to create a sense of place, start conversation and encourage reflection. We were inspired by the huge success of Fools’ Flotilla, an annual floating musical parade on the Yahara that I had organized with the River Alliance of Wisconsin. It celebrates the romance and fun of living by a river, and it has really caught on. Residents and visitors will have many Friday, May 2
Jessica Becker (left) with Helen Sarakinos at the annual May Day potluck that they organize at Yahara Park. opportunities to encounter delightful surprises within the popular Tenney Park fishing area, along the bike path in the more “industrial” zone near the railroad tracks, in the high-traffic Williamson Street area, in the park where the Yahara meets Lake Monona, and many other areas. “This exhibit invites you to be a tourist in your own town,” said Becker. l
Do you need artwork for your living room, office or conference room? Nearly half of the 250 two- and three-dimensional works displayed in VSA’s “Visual Expressions” exhibit are for sale. This juried presentation features work by artists with disabilities ages 5 and up from across the state, including many from the Madison area. The gallery will be open Friday, May 2 from 5 to 9 p.m. during Madison’s Gallery Night. The public is also invited to meet some of the artists at an open house/reception Saturday, May 3 from 2-4 p.m. Regular gallery viewing hours at the VSA Art Center and Gallery, 1709 Aberg Ave. are Monday through Thursday from
Barb Priem poses with her award winning work entitled, “Skyline.” 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. For more information, go to vsawis.org or call 241-2131. l
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Make Music Madison at GCC
As part of the citywide Make Music Madison city-sponsored event Saturday, June 21, the Goodman Community Center will host live music in our backyard green space from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Currently scheduled to perform (lineup and times are subject to change): 10 a.m. Singer/songwriter, Zach Mathe 11 a.m. Community drum circle with Elmore Lawson 12:30 p.m. Singer/songwriter, Margo Tiedt 2 p.m. Contemporary acoustic rock with SHESHE Jewelry from Tami Reschke of Bohemian 3 p.m. Blues and jazz standards with Bauble. Paris Blues The Goodman Community Center still For more information, contact margo@ has performance spots available. Anyone goodmancenter.org. l
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Make GCC your Gallery Night destination The Goodman Community Center is featuring local artists as part of MMoCA’s Art Gallery Night. A wide variety of art will be represented with a range of price points to fit any budget. Stop by GCC on Friday, May 2 from 5 to 9 p.m. to see and purchase handmade creations of all kinds including jewelry, photography, rugs, paintings, mosaics, scarves, metal art, birdhouses and more!
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Bricks to canvas: historic preservation in art Paintings by Francis Johansen
Sculptures in papier-mâché and wire by Steven F. Wirtz Artist Statement My first love in art was drawing in pen. These fencing wire sculptures occupy space like three-dimensional line drawings and that stirs a child-like excitement in me toward the work. The laminated paper versions give the pieces an added dimension. I love depicting nature in my art, but the cartoonist in me keeps my work from becoming too realistic. Most of all, I like to create sculpture that has a pres“Bull,” papier-mâché and wire, 26" tall ence and makes people smile.
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Francis grew up in Platteville and started drawing at a very young age. By the time he turned 5, his favorite subjects were monsters and dinosaurs. He took college art courses in high school, and earned a BFA in design from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. While at MCAD, Francis began working for a roofing company and over time he became a skilled carpenter and contractor. Many of his drawings and paintings include buildings, reflecting his appreciation of bricks and mortar. Francis lived in Madison in the mid1990s. He had an art studio above Anchor
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Francis Johansen began drawing skyscrapers at age 5 — first, the New York City skyline — and never stopped. In addition to making art, he worked as a carpenter and came to love all kinds of old buildings. As a result, he “preserved” structures in his own way — on canvas and paper, in oil, acrylic and pastel. Five huge skyscraper pieces he created while living in NYC are on long-term loan to the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Many such works are included in this show. Fifty percent of all sales from this show will be donated to the Goodman Center.
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Bio “1000 Holy Places,” pastel, 4 x 5' Bank on Atwood Avenue and waited tables at Pasta Per Tutti, which is now home to Tex Tubb’s Taco Palace. He later moved to Denver, where he had numerous shows of his drawings and paintings and also selfpublished an illustrated book called “Bacon,” which explored how consumerism can go too far. In 2004, Francis moved to New York City to further his art career. He died unexpectedly in 2005 at age 34. Before his death, he had secured a show in New Canaan, Conn., and in May 2006, his family hung the show in his honor. Since then, his family has held several shows of work, mostly in the Midwest. l
Steven F. Wirtz discovered art at an early age and never recovered. He has spent two decades developing his skill with wire
and papier maché. The laminated paper technique Steve uses allows him to create dynamic compositions that are strong, yet lightweight. His whimsical themes reflect an artist with an oddball sense of humor. Steve has exhibited at festivals around the country, and his art is sought after by people from around the globe. He also sells his art at a few select galleries around the country. Steve enjoys inspiring young (and older) minds with his visits to schools and other organizations for his artist-in-residencies and demonstrations Steve currently works out of his north central Wisconsin studio. More of his art can be seen by visiting cartuna.net. l
“Boar,” papier-mâché and wire, 23" tall
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