With Labor Day in the rearview mirror, it's time for Grassroots North Shore to take action. And we have a plan! Beginning on Wednesday, September 19, we will be holding weekly phone banks, first to recruit canvassers from a list of volunteers in earlier campaigns and then to talk directly to voters to remind them to vote – early if possible.

We will begin door-knocking and talking face-to-face with voters on September 29, just as Micelle Obama's When We All Vote week of voter registration activities is winding up (September 22-29) and some communities — including the City of Milwaukee — will have just begun early voting or soon will. (Grassroots North Shore's website will have a complete listing of each communities' early voting times and places within the next 10 days or so.)

So please sign up! In general you will find our sign-up pages for election activities under the tab Elections 2018 —> Coordinated Campaign Events. Below are links to the first five phone banking opportunities (all taking place at our office at 5600 Brown Deer Rd, Suite 16) and the first five canvass shifts. We will provide everything you need so you don't have to call from your own cell phone for the phone banks! For the canvasses, you can use a smart phone to access minivan for your walk list if you download the app and then let Eilene Stevens know.

Phone Banks
Wednesday, September 19, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm
Tuesday, September 25, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm
Wednesday, October 3, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm
Tuesday, October 9, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm
Wednesday, October 17, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm

Canvass Shifts
Saturday, September 29, from 10 am to 2 pm (two shifts)
Sunday, September 30, from 3:30 pm am to 5:30 pm
Saturday, October 6, from 10 am to 2 pm (two shifts)
Sunday, October 7, from 3:30 pm am to 5:30 pm
Saturday, October 13, from 10 am to 2 pm (two shifts)

Additional phone banks and canvasses are scheduled throughout the remainder of the campaign season. See our Elections 2018 for dates and times.

While you're signing up to pitch in for the campaigns, don't forget Grassroots North Shore's Annual Picnic, a special evening lecture by the renowned Reggie Jackson on Do Black Votes Matter? and our fall fundraiser with John Nichols. You will find all three listed on the GRNS Events page and on our Facebook events page.

And if you want to know the campaign contribution limits for statewide offices, we have you covered. The Wisconsin Ethics Board has posted a handy chart.

On a final note before we head into the Events listing: I was hospitalized with endocarditis followed by a stroke in January 2018, which explains why I've been absent from Grassroots North Shore events and this newsletter for 8 long months. But now I'm back, baby! And very glad to be able to walk and talk like an almost normal human being. But typos remain a problem. If you see some, please excuse them.

EVENTS

Mon Sep 3, 2018

11am - 5pm Laborfest
Zeidler Union Square, 301 W. Michigan St., Milwaukee
Laborfest 2018 begins with the parade starting at the Wisconsin Workers Memorial in Zeidler Union Square at 11 am, followed by the festival at the Summerfest Grounds until 5 pm! Free and open to the public! Come celebrate Labor Day with those who created it: organized workers. More information.

6:30pm - 9pm Drinking Liberally Waukesha
Clarke Irish Pub, 314 W. Main St., Waukesha
More information.

Wed Sep 5, 2018

5pm - 6pm Healthcare Roundtable
Join Citizen Action of WI, WI Federation of Nurses & Health Professionals and the "Healthcare-for-All" Organizing co-op for a round-table discussion with allies on healthcare advocacy in Wisconsin. Preexisting conditions, Medicare for All, prescription drug prices and more! Senator Tammy Baldwin will take part in the event.

5pm - 8pm Refuel the Resistance
Bounce Milwaukee, 2801 S. 5th Ct., Milwaukee
Weekly gathering at Bounce Milwaukee's mezzanine bar for networking, inspiration or just to vent. Bring along any evidence of your civic resistance from the last week to get a beverage (up to $7) on the house, and compare notes with other individuals and groups working to make things better. More information.

6pm - 8pm Grass Roots South Shore Meeting
Cudahy Library, 3500 Library Dr., Cudahy
Grass Roots South Shore meets on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information call Jim Balk, 414-218-5944.

Sat Sep 8, 2018

10am - 12pm End Extreme Poverty
Redeemer Lutheran Church, 631 N. 19th St., Milwaukee
Lee Valentyn and Shawn Phetteplace will speak on the work of the ONE Campaign in raising public awareness and advocating for support of theBetter Utilization of Investments Leading to Development (BUILD) Act of 2018 (Senate Bill 2463 and House Bill 5105).The BUILD Act is designed to supplement the work of traditional U.S.aid programs by bringing tens of billions of dollars in new private-sector investment into the fight against extreme poverty – helping American entrepreneurs build infrastructure projects, create first-time access to electricity, start businesses, and expand their reach in growing markets. Keoni Bailey, a senior Marquette University intern with the Milwaukee Global Health Consortium, will also speak on the importance of the partnership between community work and the research being done to investigate refugee women's health in Milwaukee. Free and open to the public.

12pm - 1pm Stand for Peace
4th Street & Michigan Street, Milwaukee
Stand for peace in the streets of Milwaukee, every Saturday at noon. Organized by the United Nations Association of Milwaukee, Peace/Conflict Committee.

1pm - 4pm March for Climate and Economic Justice
Zeidler Union Square, 301 W. Michigan, Milwaukee
Join people from around the world who will be marching in their streets to show our elected leaders that we demand action on climate change and economic justice. Hear from powerful speakers and then march to City Hall to do an action there and back for voter registration. RSVP.

5:30pm - 7:30pm Mayor Barrett's Annual Zoo Picnic
Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee
Mayor Barrett's Annual Picnic at the Zoo. Parking and Zoo admission is included. All Contributions Gratefully Accepted. For questions, please contact Zach.

8pm - 10pm Laughing Liberally Milwaukee
Comedy Sportz Theater, 420 S. 1st St., Milwaukee
Laughing Liberally Milwaukee presents a night of progressive political comedy. In addition to some of the finest progressive comedians Milwaukee has to offer, each Laughing Liberally Milwaukee will feature a special interview with a local political figure, journalist or activist. This month’s guest is Evan Marks from For Our Future Wisconsin. Advance tickets ($8).

Mon Sep 10, 2018

6pm - 8pm Black Men and Mental Health
Progressive Baptist Church, 8324 W. Keefe Ave., Milwaukee
You are invited to a free community presentation to learn to recognize risk factors and warning signals associated with suicidal thoughts and how this impacts communities of color. More information: 414-731-4200.

6pm - 8pm Grass Roots South Shore Meeting
Cudahy Library, 3500 Library Dr. , Cudahy
Grass Roots South Shore holds its monthly meeting on the second Monday of each month. For more information call Jim Balk, 414-218-5944.

6:30pm - 9pm Drinking Liberally Waukesha
For Our Future, 18720 Pleasant St., Ste 102, Brookfield
NOTE Change of Location for this month because of damage at the Clarke Hotel. (Directions: off Brookfield Road between River Road and Burleigh) Drinking Liberally Waukesha will meet on a different day this month. The For Our Future group will talk about their Relational Voter Program for election campaign work. Bring your own beverage. More information.

Tue Sep 11, 2018

6:30pm - 8:30pm Drinking Liberally MKE
Art Bar, 722 E. Burleigh St., Milwaukee
Now, more than ever, Drinking Liberally is a space to gather, support each other, and form the progressive community we need. Come share a pint with your fellow progressives! Drinking Liberally MKE meets on the second Tuesday of every month, hosted by Matt Filipowicz.

7pm - 8:30pm 350 Milwaukee Meeting
Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park Pl., Milwaukee
350.ORG is the global organization building a grassroots movement in 188 countries to address global warming and solve the climate crisis. 350 Milwaukee meets every month on the second Tuesday. More information.

Wed Sep 12, 2018

5pm - 8pm Refuel the Resistance
Bounce Milwaukee, 2801 S. 5th Ct., Milwaukee
Weekly gathering at Bounce Milwaukee's mezzanine bar for networking, inspiration or just to vent. Bring along any evidence of your civic resistance from the last week to get a beverage (up to $7) on the house, and compare notes with other individuals and groups working to make things better. More information.

Thu Sep 13, 2018

12:15pm - 1:15pm On the Issues: Alfonso Morales
Marquette University, Eckstein Hall, 1215 W. Michigan St., Milwaukee
Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales will offer his vision for the Milwaukee Police Department. RSVP required.

6:30pm - 9pm Drinking Liberally West Allis
Studz Pub Sports Bar & Grill, 6833 W. National Ave., West Allis
Drinking Liberally West Allis meets on the second Thursday of the month. Free discussions and fellowship. Good food and specials available.

Fri Sep 14, 2018

7pm - 7pm Fighting Bob Fest Kickoff
Barrymore Theatre, 2090 Atwood Ave., Madison
The 17th Annual Fighting Bob Fest kicks off at Madison's Barrymore Theatre, featuring progressive speakers including Jim Hightower, Randy Bryce, Mandela Barnes, John Nichols and many more. Admission is Free. Donations accepted at the door and throughout the evening. Presented by The Progressive Magazine and The Cap Times. More information, including three additional events around Wisconsin.