The La Crosse Welcome Circle is affiliated with HIAS, formed in 2022 in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Representatives Heidi Blanke, Maureen Freedland, Lisbeth Reynertson and Jan Gallagher will reflect on the ways that early activities in La Crosse clearly helped to build … read more.
David will discuss his experiences working at the warming center. He will explore why he cares and why being at the center is important. He will share his observations of what it is like for volunteers and for the guests.
David Boen is retired with five+ … read more.
What does resilience look like when it’s visible? And what about when it’s hidden? This talk invites you to explore the many ways queer communities-both global and local-have survived, thrived, and stayed connected across generations. From bold public acts to quiet, secret forms of communication, … read more.
