We at Madi-Scene will be taking something like a hibernating hiatus to ponder the recession. We still encourage all to continue communication with us and..even more importantly if you are wondering what to do tonight maybe check here.
Post-Party
18 11 2008Thanks to all who came out to celebrate on Saturday night! DJ Chen Cheng rocked an amazing set, check out his blog for a longer taste.
We’ve been enlightened from the feedback we got through our concert ticket give-away and encourage everyone else to make their voice heard about what you do and don’t want from the Mad-City party scene. We’re on it..
If you’re bummed you didn’t win tix to the Ingrid Michaelson concert don’t despair, we are going to be doing to more live music give-aways through the Madi-Scene Facebook Group thanks to True Endeavors.
In the meantime check out this vid from the night:
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Protest to Protest Protesting Love
14 11 2008
On Nov 4 Californians voted to alter the state constitution to no longer permit marriage between same sex couples. For those of you wrapped up in proper election fever who may have missed this, or are ready to voice an opinion..there is a Proposition 8 Protest in Madison this Saturday 12:30 at Library Mall.
Thanks to Miss the Signpost for posting about this event as well as a powerful Keith Obermann diatribe on the topic.
Or check out Kate Clinton’s comedic take on the absurdity of it all over at the Madison based Progressive Magazine’s website. A snippet;
If we do not defeat Prop Hate, I say November 5th we call for a general gay work slowdown.
Decorators will do deliberately bad, possibly dangerous feng shui.
Hairdressers will mistakenly lay hot curling irons down on ears.
Social workers will give bad advice, “Your father sounds like a great guy. Show him some love.”
Salespeople will ooze, “Oh, that looks great on you.”
Waiters will serve cold food and suggest the wrong wine.
Make your voice known on Saturday and then sweat out your cares together at the TPS Dance!
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Interview: Ten Percent Society
12 11 2008In honor of the 25th anniversary of the Ten Percent Society we took a moment to check in with Co-President Kia Block about the history and mission of the organization.
Tell us a little bit about the history of Ten Percent Society:
The Ten Percent Society was formed in 1983, shortly after the state legislature passed a law banning the discrimination against lesbian, gay and bisexual employees in job hiring. TPS was originally devoted to both social and activist organization for LGBTQ students on the UW campus and when it was first founded, also had a large community component. Over time, the goals of TPS have changed to accomodate a change in student organizing. The Queer Student Alliance has taken over most of the more activist oriented organizing while the Ten Percent Society has focused its efforts on social organizing and community building.
Has the mission changed along with cultural trends in the last 25 yrs?
Yes, the new trend has occurred in student organizing with separate organizations forming to recognize the multiple facets of identity within the community. Organizations like Queer People of Color, Gender Avengers, and Queer Student Alliance are growing to address specific facets, and so the Ten Percent Society has turned towards creating an inclusive and welcoming community on campus through social organization and collaboration with other LGBTQ-related groups.
Can you explain the gay rights legislature that passed in 1983 and spurred the creation of TPS?
In 1981 Wisconsin passed Chapter 112 in the 1981 Wisconsin Laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. Wisconsin was the first state, by nine years, to enact such a statute. It is mainly due to one legislator, Clarenbach, who worked tirelessly to get the bill passed, almost single-handedly. The statute covers both discrimination in housing and employment as well as adding “sexual oreintation” as one of the categories in the lists of non-discrimination categories. This list included categories such as race, sex, color, national origin, and religion.
What are some of the most significant changes that have occurred since 1983 on university campuses?
Some of the most significant changes have been the increase in the number of the LGBT oriented groups. This reflects a general change in the climate towards acceptance of diversity. This change can also be seen in the increase in the number of LGBT-related programming, for example the LGBT Certificate program being offered here on campus.
What should we as a culture be striving for in the next five or ten years in terms of LGBTQ issues and rights?
As a culture we can strive for a better sense of understanding and acceptance of the differences between people. We live in very politically correct times in which people are too afraid to say the wrong thing or appear racist, homophobic, or intolerant. Consequently they do not say anything at all, or just pay lip service to messages of acceptance and tolerance. It is important to create safe spaces where dialog is welcomed and encouraged. People won’t learn and won’t develop attitudes of acceptance unless they can talk, ask questions, and get real answers rather than PC non-answers.
Why is TPS choosing to move the 25th anniversary dance off of the university campus for the first time?
The Ten Percent Society is moving our 25th anniversary dance off the UW campus for the first time this November in order to get back to our roots and to help to bridge the divide between the campus LGBTQA community and the city community. Originally TPS had a big draw for community members and we regret that due to increasingly strict university policies it has become more difficult for community members to attend TPS events. We’re hoping that moving off campus will help strengthen and renew our ties.
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Free Radiohead
12 11 2008
As the world celebrates Obama’s victory some folks have gone the extra mile to share the joy; Radiohead’s Thom Yorke remixed one of his Eraser tracks and is giving it away for free on Radiohead’s Web site.
He said: “In celebration of November 5, Jonny’s birthday amid bonfire and fireworks in the UK and the dawn of a new era in politics in the USA, I humbly donate a remix of ‘Harrowdown Hill’ that was finished ages ago during the band webcasts, a small reminder of the dark days of Bush’s.”
Thanks Thom, we share your excitement as the US experiences a new political dawn.
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Recruiting You
4 11 2008Madi-Scene is on the prowl for night owls..If you love to hit the town let us know. We are looking for people who would like to preview, review, interview, and document Madison’s most interesting nightlife. Check out our “About” page and shoot over your info!
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