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WISDOM's Madison Action Day
2023-04-26 - 2023-04-27 | WI
This biannual event coincides with the biannual state budget. In the past, WISDOM has brought hundreds of people to this important event to communicate how our values must be reflected in the state budget. We hope you can join us!

Please save the date and Register through the link below to join CUSH. CUSH will coordinate methods of transportation and details about meeting with our legislators.

Register here for Madison Action Day with CUSH: https://secure.everyaction.com/ewoPuw01aUeTSmHBYPoXzg2

Join the virtual events / training opportunities to help prepare for Madison Action Day. You need not attend all of them.
Thursday Feb. 9, 6:30 pm: State Budget 101
Thursday Feb. 23, 6:30 pm: WISDOM Budget Issues
Thursday March 9, 6:30 pm: Telling your Story
Thursday March 23, 6:30 pm: Working with Legislators

Register at https://bit.ly/wisdomspringtrainings

Also, save the Date for April 13th at 6:30pm for the virtual meeting to practice for MAD (Madison Action Day)! Info to come for attendees.

Taking a Faithful Stand for Equity Statewide Call: Teaching Wisconsin Students the Truth about the Holocaust and Other Genocides in Wisconsin
2023-04-11 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | WI
Tuesday, April 11 at 6:30 pm is the next statewide Taking a Faithful Stand for Equity call.
This month’s topic: “Teaching Wisconsin Students the Truth about the Holocaust and Other Genocides in Wisconsin.”
The session will be led by Father Yeprem Kelegian (Armenian Orthodox Church), Kristin McDaniel (Department of Public Instruction), and Dr. George Dalbo (Clinton School District). (The slides for their presentation are attached for you to look through in advance if you wish.)
Taking a Faithful Stand is both an education and an action group, and the more CUSH representation we have, the more we can accomplish.
Find out more about Taking a Faithful Stand for Equity efforts HERE. You can sign the pledge to commit to civic engagement there, learn more about Teach the Truth Wisconsin, and gain the ability to receive invitations to these calls.
This initiative is co-sponsored by the Wisconsin Council of Churches, WISDOM, Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice, Wisconsin Council of Rabbis, and MICAH.
If you have any questions or would like to be notified through CUSH about these calls and events once you’ve signed the pledge, reach out to Lori Hawkins, CUSH Community Organizer at lhawkins@cushkenosha.com.
Add this event directly to your Google or other online calendar by clicking the calendar link below.

Taking a Faithful Stand for Equity Statewide Call with James Santelle, former US attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, on the US Supreme court and First Amendment (free speech) issues
2023-03-14 13:30 - 14:30 | WI
Special Guest:

James Santelle, former US attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, on the US Supreme court and First Amendment (free speech) issues

When we receive the Zoom link, we will share it via email. To receive CUSH emails, sign up HERE.

CUSH Issues Assembly 2023
2023-02-28 12:30 - 14:30 | WI
At this event, we will collectively choose our issue actions for 2023. This is a caucus style event, and we’d love to have you attend to be a part of the work.
Wesley United Methodist Church (4600 – 60th Street, Kenosha)
Doors open at 6pm for refreshments and fellowship.
Issues Assembly begins at 6:30pm

More information will soon be available on the website’s Issues page and via email.
To receive CUSH emails, sign up HERE.

Faith & Democracy Tour Follow Up Discussion with CUSH
2023-02-12 07:30 - 09:00 | WI
If you attended one of the Faith & Democracy Tour events (either in person or via livestream), please join us for a follow up discussion and to discuss ways to put what we learned into action for Kenosha.

St. Mary Catholic Church 1:30-3pm
7307 – 40th Ave, Kenosha

Wisconsin Council of Churches Presents: Faith and Democracy Tour, American Democracy and the Role of Faith
2023-02-07 13:00 - 14:30 | WI
American Democracy and the Role of Faith
Tuesday, Feb 7th in Madison – 7:00pm – First Baptist Church of Madison (518 N Franklin Ave, Madison). Livestream option available.
Register Here: https://www.wichurches.org/2022/10/faith-democracy/
Interested in carpooling? Contact Lori Hawkins: lhawkins@cushkenosha.com
*This is an event sponsored by the Wisconsin Council of Churches, a WISDOM Taking a Faithful Stand for Equity partner.

Wisconsin Council of Churches Presents: Faith and Democracy Tour, Christian Nationalism in Congregations – A Conversation for Clergy and Faith Leaders
2023-02-07 03:00 - 04:30 | WI
Christian Nationalism in Congregations – A Conversation for Clergy and Faith Leaders
Tuesday, Feb 7th Online Only – 9:00- 10:30am
This event is meant for Clergy and Faith Leaders of Congregations, who may register here: https://www.wichurches.org/2022/10/faith-democracy/

*This is an event sponsored by the Wisconsin Council of Churches, a WISDOM Taking a Faithful Stand for Equity partner.

Wisconsin Council of Churches Presents: Faith and Democracy Tour, The Rise of the Christian Right and White Christian Nationalism
2023-02-06 13:00 - 14:30 | WI
The Rise of the Christian Right and White Christian Nationalism
Monday, Feb 6th in Brookfield – 7:00pm – Unitarian Universalist Church West (13001 W North Ave, Brookfield). Livestream option available.
Register Here: https://www.wichurches.org/2022/10/faith-democracy/
Interested in carpooling? Contact Lori Hawkins: lhawkins@cushkenosha.com
*This is an event sponsored by the Wisconsin Council of Churches, a WISDOM Taking a Faithful Stand for Equity partner.

Wisconsin Council of Churches Presents: Faith and Democracy Tour, Talking to Friends and Loved Ones Caught up in Conspiracy Theories and Christian Nationalism
2023-02-05 08:00 - 10:00 | WI
Workshop: Talking to Friends and Loved Ones Caught up in Conspiracy Theories and Christian Nationalism
Sunday, Feb 5th in Waukesha – 2:00-4:00pm – First Baptist Church of Waukesha (247 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha).In-person only.
Register Here: https://www.wichurches.org/2022/10/faith-democracy/
Interested in carpooling? Contact Lori Hawkins: lhawkins@cushkenosha.com

*This is an event sponsored by the Wisconsin Council of Churches, a WISDOM Taking a Faithful Stand for Equity partner.

Taking a Faithful Stand for Equity with Guest Speaker Doug Poland of Law Forward to discuss the importance of the WI Supreme Court elections
2023-01-10 12:30 - 13:30 | WI
Guest speaker: Doug Poland of Law Forward, who will discuss the importance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court elections (the Spring Primary is Tues. Feb. 21; the Spring Election is Tues. April 4)

Register for the Zoom link HERE.

To receive CUSH emails, sign up HERE.

Upside Down Breakfast Fundraiser
2022-11-13 10:30 - 13:00 | St. Mary’s Lutheran Church, 2001 - 80th Street
CUSH Upside-Down Breakfast Fundraiser
Sunday, November 13th
4:30 – 7:00pm
St. Mary’s Lutheran Church
2001 – 80th St. Kenosha

Skip Sunday evening cooking and dine in with CUSH and St. Mary’s Lutheran Church for a “breakfast for dinner” experience! Rich Mich will cook up Egg Strata with Broccoli and Cheese, Sausage on the Side, and Tater Tots. Fruit Compote and Mini Croissants will also be offered along with Coffee, Orange Juice, and Water.
There will be a Pastoral Pastry Silent Auction (tasty pastries baked by our very own CUSH Religious Leaders) as well as live music.
$15 per person
$25 for 2
$10 for Children Under 10
Purchase Meals by November 9th
Here: https://secure.everyaction.com/Odl1oTXOR0q7XsYcLzL8lQ2
Or with Check made out to CUSH or Cash at the fundraiser. Please call or email Bunny if you plan to pay at the event rather than online: bunnycs@sbcglobal.net / 262-914-6793

Interested in Volunteering for this event? Thank you!
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0e4bafaf22a6f85-cush

Clerk of Circuit Courts Candidate Forum
2022-10-21 12:00 - 13:00 | WI
Tune in Friday through the Leaders of Kenosha Facebook Page for this candidate forum, which will be live streamed. You will also be able to access the recording of this live stream at anytime following the forum at either the LOK or CUSH Facebook page.
Kenosha County Clerk of Circuit Courts is an important race. The League of Women Voters website defines this role for us: “The Clerk of Circuit Courts handles record keeping, finance, and administration for the court as well as jury management. Clerks of Circuit Courts work with all those involved in the county judicial process including judges, county boards and the public. Voters elect the clerk of circuit court to serve a four-year term in countywide races.”
Candidates were issued invitation to take part on Wednesday, October 5th.
– Rebecca Matoska Mentink confirmed that day.
– Zach Rodriguez did not reply to that invitation (which was through an email at his campaign website.) A follow up voicemail invitation was left for him on Wednesday, October 12, and an email on Tuesday, October 18th, both to the information on the county’s candidate filing papers. As of this time, we have not received a reply, but we hope that Zach will attend on Friday, as this is the only opportunity for the public to hear from both candidates together.
– On Tuesday, October 18th, both candidates were emailed the Forum Guidelines, which can be found HERE.

Attend the CUSH/Urban League Voter Simulation - Polling Place Practice Event
2022-10-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Urban League, 1418 68th Street, Kenosha, 53143, United States
CUSH and the Urban League are partnering for CUSH’s Voter Simulation Event on Thursday, Oct. 13 from 4pm until 6pm, hosted at the Urban League in Kenosha (1418 – 68th St, Kenosha).
Sign Up Here To Participate: https://secure.everyaction.com/b-AGGuoyyk-jlMeB4vWjew2
(so that we can get a good head count for food)
What is a Voter Simulation Experience? It’s an opportunity to practice what voting is like!
Walk through a replica of a polling place to practice the voting process. Assistance offered to register to vote or to request your absentee ballot. Information offered about eligibility, where to vote, and early voting.
If you are a first time voter or have questions about the voting process, please attend!
Spanish – speaking volunteers will be on site too.
Free – Family Friendly – Food Provided
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CUSH y Urban League se están asociando para el evento de simulación de votantes de CUSH, organizado en Urban League en Kenosha (1418 – 68th St, Kenosha).
¿Qué es una experiencia de simulación de votantes? ¡Es una oportunidad para practicar cómo es votar!
Camine a través de una réplica de un lugar de votación para practicar el proceso de votación. Asistencia ofrecida para registrarse para votar o para solicitar su boleta de voto en ausencia. Información ofrecida sobre elegibilidad, dónde votar y votación anticipada.
Si vota por primera vez o tiene preguntas sobre el proceso de votación, ¡asista!
También habrá voluntarios de habla hispana en el lugar.
Gratis – Apto para toda la familia – Comida incluida
**Email Lori Hawkins, if you are interested in volunteering for this event: lhawkins@cushkenosha.com

Sunday Canvas with CUSH and WIVEC!
2022-10-09 08:00 - 10:30 | WI
CUSH is partnering with WIVEC (Wisconsin Interfaith Voter Engagement Campaign) and the League of Women Voters to canvas with kick off and wrap up refreshments at Bradford UU Church (5810 8th Ave, Kenosha). The more volunteers, the bigger the success.
Register Here: https://forms.gle/YjgiqggAN6U7sS9x7

Canvas with CUSH!
2022-10-05 10:30 - 12:30 | WI
Sign Up Here: https://forms.gle/sheKk7LU5hfC6q2V9
Access to the polls and informed voting are critical social justice issues today.
Knock on Doors with us in CUSH Congregation Neighborhoods.
3:30 – 5:30pm
Canvas with a partner
No experience required – onsite training
Come alone, bring a friend, bring a group from your congregation!

These canvases are nonpartisan actions to share voting access information.

Register Voters or Canvas with CUSH!
2022-10-01 04:30 | WI
CUSH is partnering with The Urban League of Racine and Kenosha for a canvas at the Uptown Clean Up starting from the Happenings Magazine parking lot (1420 – 63rd St. Kenosha). 6 – 8 volunteers are needed.
Register Here: https://secure.everyaction.com/8XkqEUQZWkq4UxhiUPMS0Q2

Canvas with CUSH and WIVEC!
2022-09-29 10:30 - 13:00 | WI

Life at Our Southern Border
2022-03-29 13:30 - 14:30 | WI
Join CUSH Religious Leaders Caucus members Sr. Erica Jordan, OP and Sr. Judy Seiberlich, OP for this important presentation about life at the migrant encampment in Reynosa, Tamaulipas in Mexico. Sr. Erica and Sr. Judy, both Sinsinawa Dominican sisters, will share their experiences at the U.S. southern border from their volunteer work there with Catholic Charities Humanitarian Respite Center in McAllen, Texas in late October 2021.

If you missed this event and would like to watch the recorded livestream, access the link by clicking HERE.

CUSH Community Conversation: Anti-Semitism & Anti-Muslim Bias in Kenosha
2022-03-28 13:30 - 14:45 | Bradford Community Church Unitarian Universalist, 5810 8th Avenue, Kenosha, 53140, United States
This second CUSH Community Conversation in our 3-part Addressing Our Bias and Embracing Our Diversity program is again at Bradford Community Church UU. Our conversation will focus on current issues in Kenosha concerning the circulation of Anti-Semitic literature and Anti-Muslim bias that has been encountered as CUSH works to sponsor Afghan refugee households.
Please register to join us for this important community conversation:
https://secure.everyaction.com/PmoLErn-zUmPuieE_RLDzA2

KUSD School Board Candidate Forum
2022-03-09 18:30 - 20:00 | WI
Co-Hosted by CUSH, Beth Hillel Social Action Committee, and the Urban League of Racine and Kenosha.

This forum will livestream on the CUSH Facebook page, and a recording of the forum will be on the CUSH Facebook page afterwards for people who are not available to watch it live.

U.S. History: Whose Story Gets Told
2022-02-28 12:30 - 13:45 | Bradford Community Church Unitarian Universalist, 5810 8th Avenue, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Part 2 of CUSH’s 3-Part Series “Addressing Our Bias and Embracing Our Diversity” will be our Community Conversations. Join us for this relevant discussion. The Rev. Dr. Monica Cummings will facilitate this evening.

Please register in advance so that we can ensure enough space and also so that we can contact registrants if there are changes to the event. Masks will be required and social distancing will be honored.

Register Here: https://secure.everyaction.com/qC1-ezi55Uq6YvLBX2c54A2

If you have any questions, please contact us at CUSHKenosha@gmail.com

Common Read: Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult - Sessions on Mondays 10/18, 11/22, 12/13, and 1/10 6:30-7:45pm
2021-11-21 - 2021-11-22 | WI
As CUSH’s Racial Equity Task Force kicks off the multi-part program Addressing Our Bias and Embracing Our Diversity program, join the Common Read, which is the first entry point of this program. Through this novel, we will address bias, racism, and privilege through this 2016 NYTimes best seller.
Small Great Things tells the story of an African American labor and delivery nurse and the racism surrounding her care of a white supremacist couple’s newborn son. (See interview with Jodi Picoult below.)
Reading is divided into manageable monthly chunks as we prepare for important conversations about this book, our community, and ourselves. Through book discussions, we will address how bias plays a role in our everyday lives. Our goal is to come together in conversation and self discovery to help grow a more equitable community here in Kenosha. We are all a work in progress, and this program is an opportunity for us to progress together.
Our Common Read is led by The Reverend Dr. Monica Cummings, Assistant Minister of Bradford UU Community Church in Kenosha and of the CUSH Religious Leaders Caucus.
REGISTER HERE
Virtual Discussions on the following Mondays 6:30-7:45pm:
10/18 – Section 1 (Approx. Pages 3-144)
11/22 – Section 2 (Approx. Pages 147 – 346) – Note date change from original 11/15 date.
12/13 – Sections 3 & 4 (Approx. Pages 349 – 500)
1/10 – Final Thoughts Panel Discussion
**A zoom link will be provided for participants upon registering, and it will be the same zoom link for all 4 sessions. Please contact us at CUSHKENOSHA@gmail.com if you have any questions.**
If registered persons must miss a session, the recorded zoom for that session will be shared with you upon request.
**Get your book anywhere books are sold or loaned, but we recommend Kenosha’s own Blue House Books.

CUSH 2021 Public Meeting
2021-11-21 12:00 - 13:15 | WI
CUSH Public Meeting – Sunday, November 21st at 6pm –

Register HERE

Please plan to attend our CUSH Virtual Public Meeting
Winning bids on auction items will be announced.
Everyone who places a bid in our auction will be entered into a drawing, and the winner will be drawn at the public meeting. Must be present online to win.
We will showcase the work we’ve done in 2021
CUSH will unveil an incredible initiative we are supporting in 2022.

Taking a Faithful Stance for Racial Equity
2021-10-14 12:30 - 13:00 | Beth Hillel Temple Kenosha, 6050 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Thursday, October 14th @ 5:30 – 6:00pm

on the front steps of Beth Hillel Temple 6050-8th Ave, Kenosha

Join CUSH October 14th at 5:30pm and make a commitment to support the efforts of our schools to teach the truth.
At this short but important event:

– Hear from young Kenosha adults about the importance of learning from a curriculum that is inclusive from their own experiences.

– Listen to our faith leaders talk about why our varied faith backgrounds demand that we stand for racial equity.

– Find out how to take a stand and to connect with others who will too.

– To learn more about this statewide initiative and to sign the pledge, visit https://wisdomwisconsin.org/pledges

Corner Bakery Fundraiser
2021-08-30 13:30 - 16:00 | Corner Bakery, 9250 76th St, Suite G, Pleasant Prairie, WI, 53158, United States
Corner Bakery will donate 20% of its profits to CUSH during this time. Take Out and Delivery.

School of Democracy
2021-08-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Petrifyin Springs Park, Pavilion 3, 5555 7TH St, Kenosha, WI, 53144, United States
Join us, Racine Interfaith Coalition (RIC) , and Wisdom Wisconsin for a School of Democracy Kickoff event on August 17th at Petrifying Springs! We will learn about elected officials’ positions, races up for elections and how we can turn up in 2022!
Food and drinks provided for this FREE event!
REGISTER HERE

CUSH Issues Assembly
2021-07-15 12:30 - 14:30 | St. Mary’s Lutheran Church, 2001 - 80th Street
Join us to help shape the next issue actions for CUSH!
What to expect:

The opportunity to forward an issue important to you!
Collaboration opportunities for social justice in our community
A positive evening with positive people
Caucus-style decision making
Sweet treats provided by the CUSH Board

Attend to listen OR prepare to speak for up to 3 minutes as to why those in attendance should vote to make your issue one of the next CUSH actions.
Facilitators:
David Liners – WISDOM Executive Director
Lori Hawkins – CUSH Organizer
Reservations suggested but not mandatory – cushkenosha@gmail.com
CDC safety precautions will be practiced.
