A summary of a few things going on around town you might want to know about!
Bus Lines – Call for Poetry
Now Accepting Submissions
Attention all area residents, students, transit riders and writers:
Metro Transit and Madison’s Poet Laureate invite you to send short poems, haiku, prose poems, or excerpts from longer poems, 3–15 lines total, to the 2019 Bus Lines open call for poetry.
Submissions can be made in English or Spanish.Contest Theme
The theme this year is “Favorite Madison Places.”
We want to get your individual perspective; to hear your distinct voice.
Share your poetry stories about your Favorite Madison Places with the thousands of passengers who share the bus with you every day.This year’s theme is related to the City of Madison creating its first ever Historic Preservation Plan. This plan will identify, celebrate and preserve the places that represent our collective histories
Selected poems will be transformed into moving art by Edgewood College Graphic Design students. The final designs will be approved by the Edgewood College Graphic Design Professor with consultation with the Poet Laureate and Metro Transit.· Print Bus Flyer (PDF)
· View 2018 SelectionsHOW TO SUBMIT
Submissions can include up to (3) poems maximum. Entries must be no longer than 15 lines to be considered.
Poems of certain lengths work out better for certain Metro marketing material over others. When submitting your poem, you will be asked to select for which marketing item you’d like your poem to be considered.
Marketing Items
Poem Length/Maximum Lines
Bus Side – Poem Length/Maximum Lines = 3
Transfer – Poem Length/Maximum Lines = 3-5
Online – Poem Length/Maximum Lines = 10-15
All entries must include poet’s name along with their phone number and email address. Student submissions must also include student’s school, grade and the contact information of a sponsoring adult.Entries must be submitted by Friday, March 15.
For program questions, email oscarmireles@yahoo.com.
FOOD FORESTS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Hi Everyone,
A few friends and I have a new project, it’s wisconsinfoodforests.com. If you would like to plant your own food forest, check out our DIY and resources pages.
We are looking for volunteers to help with outreach and planting, and soon we will be accepting donations towards future food forest sites. If you can, help us plant food forests in Dane County!
Thank you, Emily
esteinwehe@gmail.com
WILLY ST PARK ANNUAL MEETING
Dear Neighbors,
Willy Street Park’s non-profit community corporation will hold its annual membership meeting Sunday, February 17th, at 6:30 pm in the WilMar Center, 953 Jenifer Street. Everyone is invited to attend.
We will be electing new officers, electing new board members, setting goals for the upcoming year, and discussing fundraising efforts.
The Willy Street Park is a all-volunteer group that owns and operates the park at Williamson and Brearly Streets for the enjoyment of our neighborhood. The Park is supported by local fundraising through contributors sustain the park generously with donations, work, special discounts and good will..
Thank you to all who come to volunteer, donate, and help us keep The Willy Street Park the only neighborhood owned park in Madison.
We would like to send a special Thank You to Mad Cat, our neighbors who have been so generous and supportive over the years, we wish you the best in your new location on Williamson.
Also a thank you to the Marquette Neighborhood Association, contributes generously to the Park as part of its neighborhood service.
If you are interested in getting involved, please consider attending our membership meeting Sunday, February 17th, at 6:30 pm in the WilMar Center, 953 Jenifer Street.
Sincerely,
Lynn Lee
Willy Street Park Board President
UNDERSTANDING THE EFFECTS OF GENTRIFICATION
PRESENTED BY THE HAVENS CENTER FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE AND CO-SPONSORED BY THE MULTICULTURAL STUDENT CENTER & FREEDOM INC.
Please join us on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 and Wednesday, February 13, 2019 to learn from Dawn Phillips. Both events are free and open to the public.
Understanding the Effects of Gentrification
Wednesday, February 13, 12 noon
Multicultural Student Center, Red Gym, 2nd Floor.
DAWN PHILLIPS is the Executive Director, and a founding member, of the Right to the City Alliance and has been a grassroots organizer engaged in a range of social, economic, racial and environmental justice organizations and struggles in the Bay Area and nationally for 25 years. Prior to joining Right to the City, Dawn was the Program Director at Causa Justa/Just Cause, a grassroots membership organization focused on community development, housing, and immigrant justice issues in the Bay Area. Dawn also served as Executive Director of People United for a Better Oakland (PUEBLO) and Organizing Director of Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS).
HOW TO START A CO-OP BUSINESS
Hi Everyone,
A few friends and I have a new project, it’s wisconsinfoodforests.com. If you would like to plant your own food forest, check out our DIY and resources pages.
We are looking for volunteers to help with outreach and planting, and soon we will be accepting donations towards future food forest sites. If you can, help us plant food forests in Dane County!
Thank you, Emily
esteinwehe@gmail.com
Dear Neighbors,
Willy Street Park’s non-profit community corporation will hold its annual membership meeting Sunday, February 17th, at 6:30 pm in the WilMar Center, 953 Jenifer Street. Everyone is invited to attend.
We will be electing new officers, electing new board members, setting goals for the upcoming year, and discussing fundraising efforts.
The Willy Street Park is a all-volunteer group that owns and operates the park at Williamson and Brearly Streets for the enjoyment of our neighborhood. The Park is supported by local fundraising through contributors sustain the park generously with donations, work, special discounts and good will..
Thank you to all who come to volunteer, donate, and help us keep The Willy Street Park the only neighborhood owned park in Madison.
We would like to send a special Thank You to Mad Cat, our neighbors who have been so generous and supportive over the years, we wish you the best in your new location on Williamson.
Also a thank you to the Marquette Neighborhood Association, contributes generously to the Park as part of its neighborhood service.
If you are interested in getting involved, please consider attending our membership meeting Sunday, February 17th, at 6:30 pm in the WilMar Center, 953 Jenifer Street.
Sincerely,
Lynn Lee
Willy Street Park Board President
PRESENTED BY THE HAVENS CENTER FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE AND CO-SPONSORED BY THE MULTICULTURAL STUDENT CENTER & FREEDOM INC.
Please join us on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 and Wednesday, February 13, 2019 to learn from Dawn Phillips. Both events are free and open to the public.
Understanding the Effects of Gentrification
Wednesday, February 13, 12 noon
Multicultural Student Center, Red Gym, 2nd Floor.
DAWN PHILLIPS is the Executive Director, and a founding member, of the Right to the City Alliance and has been a grassroots organizer engaged in a range of social, economic, racial and environmental justice organizations and struggles in the Bay Area and nationally for 25 years. Prior to joining Right to the City, Dawn was the Program Director at Causa Justa/Just Cause, a grassroots membership organization focused on community development, housing, and immigrant justice issues in the Bay Area. Dawn also served as Executive Director of People United for a Better Oakland (PUEBLO) and Organizing Director of Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS).
Wed. Feb. 13th 12:00 Noon Madison Central Library (201 W. Mifflin) Worker Co-ops 101: How to start a co-op business with the Madison Cooperative Development Coalition! What is a worker co-op? A values-driven business where the workers own, democratically control, and benefit from the business. A worker co-op follows the principle of “one worker, one vote.” Free and open to the public! Interpretation into Spanish provided. Childcare also available upon request – please contact malvarado@madisonpubliclibry.org one week in advance. For more info, visit the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2233858266827888/
VOLUNTEER TUTORS NEEDED
Urban League Schools of Hope Program Needs Volunteers
Learn More & Free Training at 5 PM Today
Tutor Training Poster January 2018
TUTORING NETWORK FREE TUTOR TRAINING
February 13, 2019, 5:00p.m. – 8:00p.m.
La Follette High School, 702 Pflaum Road
(Enter through the “Activities” Entrance)
The Tutoring Network, a citywide coalition of volunteer-based tutoring program providers that serve MMSD students during and after school, is hosting a Volunteer Tutor Training Workshop for prospective and current volunteer tutors.
Please consider volunteering one hour a week to tutor a student. This training workshop is open to all new and continuing volunteer tutors. Representatives from Elementary Schools of Hope, Middle Schools of Hope, and Achievement Connections will be on hand to answer questions and provide enrollment materials.
Workshop Topics (led by MMSD staff)
Basics of Literacy Tutoring, (K-2, 3-5, 6-8)
Basics of Math Tutoring, (6-8)
The Culturally Responsive Volunteer (Part 1)
How Tutors Support English Language Learners (K-5 & 6-12)
Managing Student Behavior and Establishing Relationships (K-12)
Being an Ally for Undocumented Latino Students (presented by Centro Hispano)
County Youth Government Program Deadline Extended to Friday
*Due to all the recent weather closings, we’re extending the Youth Governance Program nomination period through Friday, February 15!
Interested in serving as a youth representative in the 2019-20 Dane County Youth Governance Program? (Or know someone who might be?)
The Dane County Youth Governance Program (YGP) is currently seeking youth nominations for our 2019-20 cohort! Nominations can be made by any adults connected with youth, and/or youth may ask supporting adults to nominate them. There will be up to 12 YGP positions available in 2019-20.
You can either use the attached 2019 YGP Nomination Form, or complete the online nomination form.
Why YGP? YGP youth representatives have the opportunity to learn about how local government functions by serving as members of Dane County Board of Supervisor committees, and also have the opportunity to bring youth voice to local government decisions. YGP is particularly suited to youth interested in government, law, or business, although all are encouraged to participate. YGP nominees are strongly encouraged to attend a committee meeting (or watch a county board meeting online) before they decide whether to apply to YGP. Please go to bit.ly/YGPcmte for more details about attending committee meetings (or contact Jess, below). All posted committee meetings are open to the public to attend and observe. County board meetings are available to watch online at bit.ly/CBmtgs.
YGP Nominee requirements:
– Dane County residents currently in grades 9-11 (who will be in grades 10-12 in fall of 2019)
– Ability to commit 6-8 hours per month for YGP responsibilities, including attending 2-3 weeknight meetings each month. Regular attendance is essential.
o Most meetings start between 5:15 and 6:00pm, and last approximately 1½ hrs.
o Due to the time frame, involvement in sports or multiple extracurriculars may conflict with ability to commit to YGP – if concerned, but interested in YGP, please contact Jess(below) to discuss.
– Strong interest in community engagement
– High level of maturity
– Good communication & self-expression skills (or willing to develop)
– Responsible, dependable, & self-motivated
– Positive attitude
– Interest in developing skills in leadership, professionalism, and working with adults
– Transportation to/from committee meetings in Madison (bus passes are available)
(find info on meeting locations at bit.ly/YGPcmte)
YGP seeks to recruit a cohort that reflects Dane County’s diversity in every form including geography, race, ethnicity, gender identity, ability status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, religion, and all other identities. All Dane County youth are encouraged to apply.
Nominations are due Friday, February 15th. After the nomination period closes, all nominees will be sent a YGP application to fill out. Applications are due Friday, March 1st. Following the application process will be an interview process, and final candidates will be chosen.
For more details about the Dane County Youth Governance Program, please visit our website at http://fyi.uwex.edu/youthgovernanceprogram/, or contact me at the information below.
See what current and former YGP youth representatives have to say about their YGP experience:
“I have found a place in my committee, and the support of my mentor and other supervisors has been amazing.”
“…I have begun to more fully understand the process, and have had the opportunity to ask questions and express my opinion.”
We look forward to receiving your nominations and another successful year of YGP!
Jess Guffey Calkins (preferred pronouns: she, her)
Community Youth Development Program Coordinator
Extension Dane County
5201 Fen Oak Dr. Ste. 138
Madison, WI 53718
(p)608-224-3712
(f)608-224-3727
711 for Wisconsin Relay
calkins.jessica@countyofdane.com
http://fyi.uwex.edu/dane4hyouth/
*I am in the office part-time*
GRANDFAMILY HOUSING INFORMATIONAL MEETING
GENERATIONS AT UNION CORNERS
2507 WINNEBAGO STREET, MADISON
Affordable and market rate rental units for grandfamilies and kinship families
Opening January 2020DETAILS
• 60 units / two buildings
• Two Bedroom: $510 – $1250
• Three Bedroom: $590 – $1500
• Income restrictions may apply
• Supportive services on-site available to residents
• Underground parking
• Community room
• Fitness center
• Outdoor playground / gardens / plazaLOCATION
• Part of the Union Corners master development
• Lowell Elementary – .9 mi
• O’Keefe Middle – 1 mi
• East High School – .25 mi
• Major Bus stop on E. Washington Ave – .2 mi
• Hawthorne Library – .4 mi
• UW Health Clinic at Union Corners – .1 mi
• Goodman Community Center – .6 miFOR MORE INFORMATION:
Join us at a community meeting to learn more!
• Tuesday, April 2nd @ 6:30 PM
• Carbon at Union Corners, 2418 Winnebago St, Madison
• Food and beverages will be served
• Sign up for our interest list for units available in Jan 2020
QUESTIONS?
Call (608)445-0995 or email nsolheim@gormanusa.com
