Join us to hear elected officials, experts, and local activists discussing issues and opportunities for making transportation more equitable, accessible, and greener… in the Fox Valley and around the state.
Moderator:
Professor Laura Hartman, UW-Oshkosh Environmental Studies
Panelists:
Mayor Tim Hanna, City of Appleton
Alderman Joe Martin, Appleton Common Council
Connie Kanitz, ESTHER Transportation Task Force
Kim Biedermann, East Central WI Regional Planning Commission
How would you get to work, school, the doctor, or the store in Wisconsin if you couldn’t drive or afford a car?
Did you know that transportation alone accounts for almost one-third of all U.S. greenhouse gas emissions?
New technology, aging seniors, and Millennials’ preferences are radically changing the future of transportation... is the Fox Valley ready?
Wednesday, November 29, 4 - 5:30 pm
Fox Valley Technical College, Room A158
1825 N Bluemound Dr, Appleton
FVTC is accessible by Valley Transit bus route 12. If you drive, park in the North Lot and use entrance 15. From there, room A158 is down the hall on the right side.
This event is hosted by ESTHER and WISPIRG (Wisconsin Public Interest Research Group)
Fox Valley UU Fellowship, 2600 E. Philip Lane, Appleton
Featuring Singer-songwriter John McCutcheon
Benefitting Shared Sanctuary Legal Fund
Suggested donation: $20
The Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship recently voted to become a sanctuary congregation, willing to house someone who is in immediate danger of being deported. All donations for this concert benefit The Fellowship’s Shared Sanctuary Legal Fund, which assists families or individuals who need representation when facing deportation.
Wisconsin native John McCutcheon is a master instrumentalist, a powerful singer-songwriter, and a gifted story-teller. Watching John, his audiences can feel and share his passion for three things: people, justice, and the joyful celebration of making music.
Doors open at 6:30. Opening act: Cris and Ann Plata, sharing Mexican roots music.
Help spread the word: Download flyer (below) and share!
Sponsored by
Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
Winnebago Worship Group
Religious Society of Friends (Quaker) of the Fox Valley
Over 225 people—a full house—gathered at Liberty Hall last Sunday evening for ESTHER’s 13th annual banquet. The spirit in the room was amazing. ESTHER recognized Kris Clouthier for her exceptional, sustained efforts in sharing Latino/a stories through ESTHER’s Latino simulation, Walk in Our Shoes, as well as the “Voices of Hope” readers theatre. Bob Pedersen, President and CEO of Goodwill Industries North Central Wisconsin, was honored for his creative, energetic, and people-focused leadership of this truly transformative organization in the Fox Valley.
Keynote speaker Glenn E. Martin shared from the heart and the head in challenging America's addiction to dehumanizing punishment, not only in prisons but throughout our culture: “70 million people in the United States have a criminal record. You can't criminalize 70 million people unless you dehumanize them first.”
It was great to be joined by many who were attending an ESTHER banquet for the first time. We especially enjoyed being joined by members of ExPO (Ex‑Prisoners Organizing) from the Fox Valley and throughout the state, as well as representatives from JOSHUA, RUTH, WISDOM and others.
If you were there, you know what a great evening it was. If you missed it this year, do plan to join us in 2018!
Fox Valley Islamic Society, 103 Kappell Drive, Neenah
The Fox Valley Islamic Society is hosting its 18th annual Interfaith Gathering on Sunday, August 6 at 3:00 pm. All are invited to attend this year's event at no charge, which will once again be held "Under the Tent" at the mosque, and offers opportunities to learn, interact, and feast.
The event will feature presentations and discussion on the theme of “Faith and Poverty,” with a feast and fellowship to follow. RSVP to fvis.interfaith@gmail.com, or phone 618-203-6891.
The Back Forty Mine project is a proposed open-pit metallic sulfide mine located on the banks of the Menominee River in Lake Township, MI, just across the river from Marinette, WI. The Menominee Nation and many allies, including local citizens, local governments, environmental organizations, and grassroots organizations, are opposed to the mine.
Learn more about the project from Menominee Tribal Organizer Guy Reiter and Dr. Al Gedicks, Executive Secretary, Natural Resources Protection Council.
Juneteenth is the oldest national program commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. We are delighted that the Fox Cities is home to such a memorable freedom program.
Join ESTHER and many other community organizations based in the Fox Cities and beyond in City Park on June 11 for presentations, music, food, community spirit! Perfect for all ages. Free!
ESTHER Organizer Bill Van Lopik has recently started a term as a Community Columnist for the Post-Crescent. In his inaugural column, which appeared on April 1 (no fooling!), he writes with passion and conviction about some “dominant narratives” that cause fear and suspicion and can blind us to the truth about our communities and our neighbors. He testifies to the power of a different approach, in which we work
… to build relationships among people from various ethnic backgrounds, economic status, race, cultures and religions. It is through these relationships that we understand that there are other stories, other realities and other narratives. It is easy to live in a bubble and only interact with people who look like us, act like us, talk like us and believe the same things we do. However, if we hope to build a community which values dignity and respect we are going to have to be a lot more curious and courageous about who we see as our neighbors.
St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 140 South Green Bay Road, Neenah
Come hear State Representative Michael Schraa present his WISGREAT plan—an intensive alcoholism treatment pilot project directed at those who are facing incarceration after a fourth or higher OWI conviction. The plan would address alcohol addiction, reduce recidivism, keep families connected, and make communities safer and healthier for all. Presenters include Rep. Michael Schraa, Winnebago County Public Health and ESTHER Treatment Instead of Prison Task Force.
Join over 800 WISDOM leaders from across Wisconsin at the state capitol to advocate and educate legislators and departments about issues in the proposed state budget, including criminal justice, environmental justice, public health, education and public transit!
Thursday, March 30, 2017
9:00 am–4:00 pm. Breakfast and networking at 8:00
Bethel Lutheran Church
312 Wisconsin Ave, Madison, WI
Featuring keynote speakers:
Rev. Alex Gee, pastor of Fountain of Life Covenant Church in Madison.
Ms. Lisa Graves, Executive Director, Center for Media and Democracy (CMD), a national watchdog group, investigating and exposing the undue influence of corporations in public policy.
Cost: $25.00 - includes lunch, materials, and bus transportation. Scholarships are available.
Buses to/from Fox Cities locations the day of the event.
Join us to hear elected officials, experts, and local activists discussing issues and opportunities for making transportation more equitable, accessible, and greener… in the Fox Valley and around the state.
Featuring Singer-songwriter John McCutcheon
Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
Winnebago Worship Group
ESTHER
Over 225 people—a full house—gathered at Liberty Hall last Sunday evening for ESTHER’s 13th annual banquet. The spirit in the room was amazing. ESTHER recognized Kris Clouthier for her exceptional, sustained efforts in sharing Latino/a stories through ESTHER’s Latino simulation, Walk in Our Shoes, as well as the “Voices of Hope” readers theatre. Bob Pedersen, President and CEO of Goodwill Industries North Central Wisconsin, was honored for his creative, energetic, and people-focused leadership of this truly transformative organization in the Fox Valley.
The Fox Valley Islamic Society is hosting its 18th annual Interfaith Gathering on Sunday, August 6 at 3:00 pm. All are invited to attend this year's event at no charge, which will once again be held "Under the Tent" at the mosque, and offers opportunities to learn, interact, and feast.
The event will feature presentations and discussion on the theme of “Faith and Poverty,” with a feast and fellowship to follow. RSVP to 
The Back Forty Mine project is a proposed open-pit metallic sulfide mine located on the banks of the Menominee River in Lake Township, MI, just across the river from Marinette, WI. The Menominee Nation and many allies, including local citizens, local governments, environmental organizations, and grassroots organizations, are opposed to the mine.
ESTHER Organizer Bill Van Lopik has recently started a term as a Community Columnist for the Post-Crescent. In his inaugural column, which appeared on April 1 (no fooling!), he writes with passion and conviction about some “dominant narratives” that cause fear and suspicion and can blind us to the truth about our communities and our neighbors. He testifies to the power of a different approach, in which we work
Come hear State Representative Michael Schraa present his WISGREAT plan—an intensive alcoholism treatment pilot project directed at those who are facing incarceration after a fourth or higher OWI conviction. The plan would address alcohol addiction, reduce recidivism, keep families connected, and make communities safer and healthier for all. Presenters include Rep. Michael Schraa, Winnebago County Public Health and ESTHER Treatment Instead of Prison Task Force.
“Our State, Our Budget, Our Voice”
Thursday, March 30, 2017
