Educator Sally Storm will talk about "The Culture of Poverty" at the Columbia Basin Badger Club forum Oct. 27.

Storm is an adjunct professor for Washington State University and the University of Oregon, and also has been a K-12 teacher, principal, curriculum director and superintendent.

She will talk about how poverty becomes a way of life for generations, and how the culture of poverty affects schools, courts, jails, the medical system and government programs at every level.

The forum starts at 6 p.m. at The Country Gentleman in Kennewick, and is open to everyone. Only club members may ask questions. Cost is $20.

Make a reservation by calling 736-1979, emailing RSVP@ColumbiaBasin Badgers.com or online at cbbc.clubexpress.com.