What is volunteerism? Why is it important? Does it matter? How does it help us as individuals, a community, or a global society?
The Whiteside Forum is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit community group which sponsors presentations and discussions of issues of importance and interest to the public. Issues chosen for conferences have an international dimension as well as local interest and importance. The organization is supported entirely by individual, special, and business contributions. All events are free and open to the public.
The Whiteside Forum will kick off a new season of guest speakers and important topics on Thursday, September 27, 2012, with a round-table discussion on “Think Global, Act Local: Volunteerism.” The meeting will be held from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.
Any organization who uses volunteers is encouraged to attend and to share their mission, knowledge, and perspective.
We welcome people who are
- interested in volunteering.
- not sure what opportunities exist in our local community.
- just interested in the topic.
You will hear more about The Whiteside Forum and the part we play in bringing a global focus to local problems. In addition, listen to representatives from such organizations as the Red Cross, Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions, churches, and others.
Tentative plans for future “Think Global, Act Local” Forum programs include:
- “Education” with Morrison Schools Superintendent Dr. Suellen Girard, Thursday, October 25, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Odell Public Library.
- “Agriculture” speaker TBA, Thursday, Jan.uary 24, 2013, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the library.
- “Transportation” speaker TBA, Thursday, February 28, 2013, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the library.
- “Work (Jobs) and the World Economy” Friday, April 19, 2013. Speakers, venue, and time TBA.
Please join us for this and future programs. If you have ideas for programs or speakers you would like to hear in Morrison please let us know.
For more information, questions or comments please contact Marc Adami at 815-772-4949.