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NOVEMBER SPOKE

Efrat Livny and Mary Michal

As gardens are brought to their final rest and the bare branches silhouette against the dwindling daylight, the calls of migrating loons and trumpeter swans tug at our hearts. Fall is a time of letting go. At the beginning of November as All Souls and All Saints Day are traditionally celebrated, we pause to remember those who have departed.

In Mexico and other Hispanic cultures  the multiple day celebration of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a creative and vibrant celebration of remembrance in action.  Altars are created  with  the photos, special belongings and favorite foods and beverages of the deceased.  Flowers adorn homes and streets. Families process to the cemeteries where food and ceremony are shared.  It is a time of deep connection between loved ones, dead and alive.

Threshold will, again this year, be holding a celebration inspired by these rich traditions (see below). We know that many in our community are unable to return to their countries to celebrate with family and friends and visit their cemeteries. This tugs deeply at our hearts. As we take time to share our stories and our food to honor our own, we honor  the rich culture and traditions that our Hispanic neighbors bring to our community.  We offer them our care and support at this time of great distress.

Dinner to Remember By
Celebrating Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and the Gifts of Our Loved Ones Who Have Gone Before Us
November 2, 5:30-8:30pm

A gathering to share stories and foods of remembrance. Please bring a favorite dish of a departed family member or friend, a photo and/or meaningful object for the altar, and a story to share.

Cost: $10-$25 suggested donation to support Threshold and make a donation to the Multicultural Outreach Program (www.mcopwi.org)
RSVP (**ONLY A FEW SPOTS REMAIN**) : marymichal@gmail.com, efrat@atthreshold.com

World Dance & Neighborhood Fest
With DJ Mariah Miller 

Saturday, November 10, 7:00-10:00pm
When the festival season ends, our vibrant Eastside seems to lose some of its luster… Let’s not let that happen! Come kick up your heals, swing your hips and dance the evening away to tunes from all over the world.  Mariah Miller, gifted and inspired DJ will be spinning a rich array of tunes for us. Have a DATE NIGHT! Meet your neighbors, bring your friends and make some new ones. This is world work, and the world needs you now!

Refreshments will be served and wine and beer will be available by donation.

Cost: $5-10 Suggested donation (Bring a food item for the Goodman Community Center Thanksgiving Food Drive.)
RSVP appreciated efrat@atthreshold.com
Supporting the Cancer Journey
Lecture series, from September-November 

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) 
With Dr. Vaishalee Kenkre, MD

Thursday, November 1, 6:00-8:00 PM

FREE workshop offers information on Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. Treatment options, side-effects, cost of care, and navigating life with the disease will be discussed. 
Dr. Vaishalee Kenkre, from UW Carbone Cancer Center is speaking.

Register: www.gildasclubmadison.org  

The Unexpected Joy of Cancer 
With Kay Elmsley Weeden 

Thursday, November 15, 6:00-8:00 PM

Join us for an unforgettable one woman production of stories from survivors, family members, caregivers, and others.

Register: www.gildasclubmadison.org  
These events are co-sponsored by Gilda’s Club, Connecting In, and Threshold, and are supported, in part, by grants from Genentech, The Townsend Foundation, and Unity Point Health-Meriter Friends 4 Friends, Janssen and AbbVie. 

Thermomix Introductory Cooking Class 

November 3, 11:00am-1:00pm
Come for tips and tricks to cook with the world's most desired Kitchen Appliance, made in Germany and with more than 10 million followers around the world. See (and taste!) what everyone is talking about.

Cost: Free
RSVP:HERE

Photography & Modeling Workshop 
With John Driscoll

Saturday, November 20, 2:00-8:00pm

John Driscoll will be joining Threshold on a monthly basis, to conduct people photography workshops. John welcomes aspiring actors, musicians, models, community members, and others involved in creative processes. In John’s workshops, he explains his lighting arrangement and his approach to photographing people. Attendees will receive high resolution, digital images suitable for printing.

Cost: Free (however spaces fill up quickly, on a fist come first serve basis)
Registration/info: 
www.johndriscollphotography.com

Bagels and Babes:
Pop-Up Shop

November 24, 12:00-5:00pm

'Tis the season!

Come to Threshold for "Black Saturday" and support Bagels and Babes, a pop up shop featuring five local Madison vendors in Threshold's HUB.  


Call or Text for details:
608-535-9570

Gather the Women: Quarterly Breakfast
Featuring Soil Sisters farmer Pat Skogen

November 27, 8:00am
The Madison Branch of Women’s International League of Peace and Freedom invites you to join our quarterly breakfast series! Each breakfast is a place for women activists (or activists of any gender identity) to come together, connect, converse, and engage with a topic affecting the peace and freedom of our world. Usually, a featured speaker(s) presents her passion and work and leads a discussion about how we as a community can take action and contribute to solutions.
Info: https://wilpf-madison.org/gather-the-women-a-community-breakfast/

Madison LGBTQI Meditation Group

Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday,  7-8:30 pm

The Madison LGBTQI Meditation Group aspires to be a welcoming and inclusive space for practitioners of Buddhism who self-identify as LGBTQI. Members of the group represent various Buddhist traditions that come together monthly to create a refuge of mutual respect and understanding. 

Free (donations accepted)
Contact: sidbrichards@gmail.com, 608/333-2127
Information: https://madisonlgbtqmeditation.com/

COWORK AT THRESHOLD **NEW HOURS**
8:00 am-6:00 pm M-F

We are so excited to be welcoming new members into Threshold Coworking Community. Are you one of of those people that comes into Threshold and thinks "I want to be here all the time." Now is your opportunity! Join a community of individuals and entrepreneurs that call Threshold their home. That share space, ideas, community values, and ample tea and coffee.

Cost: $75/mo shared desk
(24/7 Dedicated space/Punch cards/drop-in rates also available)
Interested? Want more Info:
https://www.atthreshold.com/tcc

MEET OUR COWORKERS: Holly Henschen
Writer, Reporter, Editor

A few months ago, I quit my soul-sucking day job to pursue my dreams --- a fun duo of writing/editing and body/energy work. 

For too long of a time, I worried that my passions of communicating and helping others find balance in their lives through healing weren’t compatible. I often fretted, Will people take my writing seriously if I’m practicing what some consider ‘woo-woo’ modalities? Eventually, my authentic self won out. I stopped caring so much because these practices are true and real for me, so they can co-exist for others as well. My practicing them makes then compatible. 

So, I write for local publications, including the Isthmus, Tone Madison and the Wisconsin State Journal. I love editing books for independent authors. I’m excited by helping non-profits tell their stories through their websites, newsletters and social media. I’ve had bylines in the Wall Street Journal and US News & World Report. Check out my website si vous plait. 

I’m passionate about helping people, often those with chronic stress and health issues, as well as trauma, find health in their lives. Mostly because I’ve done this on my own and I know how confusing and energy-depleting it can be. I’m so thrilled to be learning and practicing biodynamic craniosacral therapy, a modality that has helped me immensely, in addition to a reiki practice of 8 years. 

I’m grateful to Threshold, which for me has been a place of community. I get so much energy from the good people there as we cross-pollinate ideas for personal growth and opportunity. With the darker months ahead, I look forward to continuing my work in this bright, open space. 

Threshold Winter Solstice

December 21, 12:00- 4:30pm 

Stay tuned for more to come! 

More Info: info@atthreshold.com
 

Cookie Decorating Class
With Spencer Porter
December 3, 6:00- 8:00pm 

Get excited to learn new decorating skills and impress your friends and family with beautifully-decorated cookies! This class offers the basic fundamentals of cookie decorating. Topics include baking tips, mixing icing, icing consistencies, filling icing bags, piping, flooding, marbling, and icing accents. We’ll provide all ingredients and supplies, and you’ll go home with 8 cookies that may be too pretty to eat! Grab all your friends & let’s decorate cookies for the Holidays!     

Register: www.cookiesatgather.com 

CORE Celebration

December 13, 3:30- 8:00pm 

Circle practice and celebration of powerful moments. Stay tuned for more!

More Info: www.corechange.us/
Envision your upcoming event – personal, professional or communal – in one of our lovely rental spaces. We do weddings, retreats, professional meetings, parties, art shows, workshops, receptions, classes and performances.

Our spaces are flexible and can accommodate up to 90 people. Whether a potluck or a fully catered event, our Service Kitchen offers ample room to set up, prepare and serve food. The outdoor patio is also available for you and your guests to enjoy, weather permitting.

Our affordable rates start at $33/hour and our staff is here to assist you in planning and promoting your event. Inquire today to book your preferred date. We look forward to hosting you and helping to make your event a success.
In the heart of Madison's east side!
2717 Atwood Avenue, Madison WI  53704 // (608) 286-3827
info@atthreshold.com
 
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