March 2012
March 1-3
The Institute for Sustainable Development "Ths Way To Sustainability VII"
This Way to Sustainability Conference VII March 1-3, 2012 By popular demand the date of this conference has been moved from November 2011 to March 1-3, 2012. This primarily student-run event is open to all who are interested in making a difference for our future generations. Purpose: What are the things we can do that will make a difference? Our annual conference provides a forum to discuss current issues that are relevant to our region, our community, and our faculty, staff, and students. We seek to develop common ground to help build a sustainable society; one that balances economic, environmental and social needs. We will explore programs that will actually help us address the global problems we are now facing. The conference will include workshops, seminars, posters, and facilitated discussions on these major topics: Campus Best Practices As one of the seven founding members of the American College and University President’s Climate Commitment to reduce global warming, learn what our campus is doing to improve and enhance sustainable practices, policies, and procedures. What can your campus do? This theme will focus on auditing energy use, diverting waste, water conservation, landscaping, composting, zero waste efforts, cleaning green, transportation, LEED buildings, and much more. We invite your campus to showcase your efforts and achievements in these areas. Balancing economics, the environment and social equity: Balancing the three dimensions of sustainability: Sessions that address how to balance the need to preserve the biosphere upon which our lives depend with human social and economic needs will be welcomed, as will sessions that deal with limits to growth, and with the possibilities of infinite growth. The purpose of these sessions will be to explore the potential of human creativity to help create pathways to the future. Sustainable Food Practices and Agriculture: How can we feed the world’s growing populations sustainably? This theme will focus on food, agriculture and nutrition. The sessions will examine healthy living, healthy eating, growing organic, farming, and eating locally, as well as the economics of supporting locally sourced food. Sessions that also address the issue of how to feed growing world populations well are encouraged. Business and Green Job Opportunities: Will the “green” economy provide new jobs and opportunities? This theme will focus on green business and advances made in the business world. It will also showcase available green job opportunities. Inspirational leaders are invited to share their success stories and entrepreneurial experiences to help students visualize their transition to future occupations. Sessions that address the issues of how large corporations can help to advance an agenda of a sustainable future are welcomed. Water Issues: How has wateraffected not only our country but those around the world? How much longer will clean water be available? Water is the building block of life; all beings need water to survive. Can we ensure that it will be available for future generations? Energy/Solar: What is the answer to our need for energy to fuel our economy? Can solar save us? What percentage of the world’s energy needs can be met effectively by the use of solar power in all its forms? Is this source one from which the bottom billion can benefit? Is this a cost-effective solution for our national energy needs? What might be? Transportation: Why do we need cars and how do we get people out of them? What are they used for and how much of our energy goes for transportation? This theme will focus on other motives of transportation that are more sustainable, better for the environment and better for you and your wallet. Find ways to go about your daily life and get around town sustainably. Sustainable Curriculum: What do students learn from a sustainable curriculum? This theme will focus on integrating sustainability into the curriculum. Educators will lead discussions on how schools and individual instructors can integrate sustainability into their curriculum. Evaluations of the effectiveness of a sustainable curriculum are especially welcome. Sustainable Lifestyles: How would you live a sustainable life and will it make a difference? Humans share the earth with many beings and we express that connection in many ways; in our ethics and our art, in our inspirations and our meditations. This theme will focus on solutions and opportunities people have found in creating a sustainable future, daily sustainable practices and life changes.
March 3 & 4
Garage Sale Weekend. For additional information contact Community Preservation at 714.667.2780.
Also on March 3
Assistance League of Santa Ana Fundraiser "GO HOLLYWOOD!"
Help the children of Santa Ana by attending the annual fundraiser hosted by the Assistance League of Santa Ana. The Classic Hollywood dinner/dance will be “premiering” on Saturday, March 3, at the Crevier Classic Car Museum in Costa Mesa. The event starts at 6 p.m. and will include gourmet dining, live and silent auctions, games, photo booth and live entertainment. Please contact Assistance League of Santa Ana, 714-664-0547, Tues.-Fri., for more information and ticket purchase.
March 10
Bowers Museum "The Great War, Mallory & the Conquest of Everest"
Dr. Wade Davis, filmmaker, photographer and author of over 12 books, returns to present a fascinating lecture on his newest book, "Into the Silence," which traces the lives of climbers through the agony of the Western Front and tells the story of the expedition from both the British and Tibetan perspectives. (949) 231-0857
March 24
Bowers Museum "Chamber Music with Pacific Youth Ensemble"
Revel in the beauty of chamber music and nourish your soul with the peaceful sounds of the Pacific Symphony Youth Ensembles. From brass to strings, Orange County’s most talented young musicians present an enchanting afternoon filled with harmonious instrumentals. (949) 231-0857
March 25
Bowers Museum Of Cultural Art "Neuroscience and Notes"
As a part of the “Art is Good for Your Health” lecture series, the Bowers Museum presents “Neuroscience and Notes: How Music Can Help Keep Your Brain Sharp” which shows how brain circuits are activated through music, exploring creativity, motor skill, emotion, listening and memory through performance, lecture and discussion. Examples of Lerner and Loewe and pianists with Alzheimer's disease are included. The audience is invited to participate in a musical activity at the end of the program. (714) 567-3600
March 31
Office of Assemblymember JOSE SOLORIO "2012 CESAR CHAVEZ CELEBRATION"
The 11th annual event honoring the legacy of American hero Cesar Chavez who founded the United Farm Workers Union. The celebration features opportunities for community service, education, and family friendly festivities.
April 2012
April 14
Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce SAVE THE DATE!
Nominations for 2012 Estrella Awards open! Refer to the attached FLYER for additional information.
April 28 - 29
AmericanCancer Society Relay For Life "Relay for Life of Santa Ana"
It's the largest annual not-for-profit fundraising event in the world. Friends, family, coworkers and neighbors come together to form a Relay team, which collects donations leading up to the event. On Relay Day, team members take turns walking around the track during the 24 hour Relay, making sure that someone is on the track at all times. Celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer. It is the strength of cancer survivors that insipres us to continue the fight. Remember loved ones lost to the disease. At Relay, those who have walked alongside those battling cancer can grieve and find healing. Fight Back againt a disease that takes too much. We make a commitment to save a life by taking up the fight. Why 24 hours? We are asking you to give a day out of your life for those who may not have another. There are similarities between the Relay For Life and a cancer patient's experience: it may get really hot during the day, and you may feel like quitting, but you keep on walking. It may get windy and cold at night - it might even rain. But you press on through the darkest hours knowing that the sun will come up and it will be a new day. For more information go to: (714) 317-4439 http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=37082
Refer to the attached FLYER for additional information.
May 2012
May 28
In commemoriation of Memorial Day - City Hall will be closed.
June 2012
June 2 & 3
Garage Sale Weekend. For additional information contact Community Preservation at 714.667.2780.
July 2012
July 4
In observance of Independence Day - City Hall will be closed.
August 2012
September 2012
September 1 & 2
Garage Sale Weekend. For additional information contact Community Preservation at 714.667.2780.
September 3
In observance of Labor Day - City Hall will be closed.
October 2012
November 2012
November 12
In obserance of Veteran's Day - City Hall will be closed.
November 22- 23
In observance of Thanksgiving Day and Friday following Thanksgiving Day - City Hall will be closed.
December 2012
December 1 & 2
Garage Sale Weekend. For additional information contact Community Preservation at 714.667.2780.
December 24 -25
Last working day before Christmas Day and in observacne of Christmas Day - City Hall will be closed.
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