Fundraiser for Tristan Pulsifer’s Fight Against Leukemia When: Sunday, February 10,1–4PM Where: The Center Bar and Grill, 102 Green Street, Worcester.

Tristan is the grandson of a Local 888 member who works at the Lottery. $25 suggested donation. Tickets at the door. To contribute, email or call Donna Mastrovito at 508 450-8639 or mastrovito21@ charter.net.

Public Higher Education Advocacy Day When: Tuesday, March 5, 11AM Where: Gardner Auditorium, Massachusetts Statehouse

Governor Patrick has made proposals for reinvesting in higher education. We need to make sure our legislators understand the urgency and the support behind these proposals. Every campus will be making plans for recruiting, training and transporting students, staff and faculty to the State House. Registration details coming soon. For more information contact PHENOM at: massphenom@gmail.com.

U.S. Senate Candidate Forum When: Saturday, March 9, 10AM – noon Where: 150 Mt. Vernon street, Dorchester, MA

All the declared candidates for US Senate including Ed Markey and Stephen Lynch, have been invited to this SEIU candidates’ forum. This is your opportunity to ask the Senate candidates about the issues that you care about.

Lobby Day for State Revenue Bill When: Tuesday, March 12, 11am – 1pm Where: Gardner Auditorium, Massachusetts Statehouse

Mass. Jobs with Justice Annual Dinner When: Thursday, March 14th. Where: Suffolk Downs, East Boston, MA

For more information about Massachusetts Jobs with Justice and to purchase tickets, visit www.massjwj.net.

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