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THE OFFICIAL WEB SITE OF THE MADISON TIMES WEEKLY NEWSPAPER |
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Compiled by A. David Dahmer |
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ANNOUNCEMENTS & MEETINGS
The "Unity Works: The Women of Color Experience" conference will explore similarities and differences in the cultures and lifestyles of women of color in our communities. Speakers and workshop presenters will focus on various approaches for achieving goals for economic self-sufficiency, employment satisfaction, health and wellness, education, and resolution of family challenges. The conference will run Aug. 19-21; registration is required by Aug. 5.
There will be a free Microsoft Small Business Server Seminar Thursday, Aug. 12, 8-11 a.m. at Quality Inn & Suites, 2969 Cahill Main. This is a great opportunity to "ask the experts" about how to improve efficiency, protect your business information, and serve customers better, using products specifically designed for small businessess. For more information, call 257-6051 or e-mail info@appliedtech.us.
The fourth annual Madison Personal Finance Conference will be held Saturday, Aug. 21, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way. For more information, call Richard Entenmann, 663-6332.
The new Belmar-Allied-Dunn's Marsh Wellness Center, 2349 Allied Drive #126, is holding an open house featuring a mini health fair, free food, and fun Saturday, July 31, noon-3 p.m. Events include blood-pressure checks, blood-glucose testing, door prizes, neighborhood health activities, and a vote on what to name the new center.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter will host its 21st annual MS 150 Best Dam Bike Tour, a one- or two-day ride for cycling enthusiasts, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 7 and 8. Funds raised from the event will go toward research, advocacy, and educational support services for the more than 10,000 individuals living with multiple sclerosis (MS) in Wisconsin. For more information, visit the website www.wisms.org, or call 262-369-4400 or 1-800-242-3358.
Mayor Dave Cieslewicz and Jeff Rosenberg will receive The Dane Fund's 2004 Community Builder Award Wednesday, Aug. 4, 5-7 p.m. at Olbrich Botanical Gardens, 3330 Atwood Ave. The Community Builder Award annually recognizes individuals who have selflessly invested their times, talents, and energy toward strengthening the quality of living in Dane County.
Interested in adoption? Join the Catholic Charities, 426 S. Yellowstone Drive, Suite 100, for an orientation about infant and international services Monday Aug. 23, 5 p.m. For more information or to register, call 833-4800 or e-mail dborquist@tds.net.
YWCA of Madison is accepting nominations for the 15th Annual Racial Justice Awards. All entries must be submitted in writing before Aug. 15. The award's purpose is to recognize and honor individuals and organizations who give time and energy to eliminating racism. Nomination forms are available by calling the YWCA at 257-1436 or by downloading the form at www.ywcamadison.org. Address all nominations to the Racial Justice Award Committee; Attn: Racial Justice Coordinator; 101 E. Mifflin St., Madison; WI 53703.
The Greater Madison Chapter of the Association of Fund-raising Professionals (AFP) is accepting applications for its Diversity Fellows Program. The program is an outreach initiative of the AFP Madison Chapter to encourage cultural and ethnic diversity in the fund-raising profession. Fellows will be provided a one-year membership to AFP and educational resources, including monthly programs and audio conferences. For more information, contact Felicia D. Jones at fjones@secondharvest.org, 223-9121 ext. 105, or visit www.madisonafp.com. Application deadline is Friday, Aug.6.
"Improving your Presentation Skills: Handling the Heebie-Jeebies and More..." will be held Tuesday Aug. 17, 5:30-8 p.m. at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel, 525 W. Johnson St. Learn how to fight stage fright and to use your voice to portray confidence. Cost for dinner and program is $13; registration requested by Aug. 10. For more information, contact Nancy Endres at 221-1171 or at bpwmadison@aol.com.
Small technology businesses, prospective investors, business advisors, and economic development professionals in the Madison area are invited to attend a listening session on Act 225, which creates a mechanism to promote capital investment and technological entrepreneurship in Wisconsin. The session will be held Thursday, July 29, 10 a.m. at the MG&E Innovation Center, 510 Charmany Drive, Rm. 50. For further information, contact Pam Christenson, 267-9384.
The Grassroots Leadership College is accepting applications for the fall semester. Classes will begin in late August. The Grassroots Leadership College offers people who are interested in helping their neighborhood and community the opportunity to learn organizing skills and pursue a project of their design with the help of an experienced coach. Tuition for emerging leaders is $40/semester. Scholarships are available. Application materials for both emerging leaders and coaches are available at www.grassroots leadershipcollege.org, by calling 441-0085, or by e-mailing coordinator@leadershipcollege.org. [ANNOUNCEMENTS & MEETINGS]
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