Bike Festival Rides Again

Just got the dates of the second annual Bike Festival. It will run from May 7 to May 9 and include races and activities for all ages and frame sizes.

Adios for a while

I'll be leaving for the Santa Cruz area tomorrow until March 9 so I won't be posting here very often. Check out the blog my husband and I will be writing called Cruz Clues.

Reduction is good for our health

350.org has been receiving a lot of press lately. Founded by Bill McKibben, the group organizes events to draw attention to cutting carbon emissions by 80% by 2050. Last October, 5,200 actions took place in 181 countries. Scientists say 350 parts per million of carbon dioxide is the safe limit for humanity. Currently the global level is 387 ppm.

The writing quest continues

Sadly, I've let my membership in Writers Village lapse. It continues to be a wonderful collection classes and there are some wonderfully gifted and generous writers there who share skills and tips, but often the classes peter out before they're over or don't even get started because of lack of interest. So, I'm on the prowl for a new online writing community. High on my list is Notebook in Hand. It's a forum of support for all types of creativity, so the big question is -- how many writers are part of the group?

Count or Be Counted

The U.S. Census 2010 Festival, the first to be held in Southern California, will take place on February 27 from 10 am to 2 pm at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. There will be refreshments, entertainment, and the opportunity to sign for for temporary, part-time Census jobs. Being counted can be fun!