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Plastic-Free July Cleanup Challenge with LA Waterkeeper: Compton Creek

July 15, 2023 By Leave a Comment

Join LA Waterkeeper on Compton Creek to combat the plastic pollution that is damaging our health and environment! Help remove trash and debris from the creek, making it a healthier environment for all to enjoy. A cleanup is also happening on July 29 at North Atwater Park on the LA River. Please register and see a map of the location at https://lawaterkeeper.link/pfj23

Saturday, July 22, 9a-11a

Free event

9am at Compton Creek, 20220 S Santa Fe Ave, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220

 Community beach cleanup

Region: Los Angeles County

Credit: Los Angeles Waterkeeper: https://www.lawaterkeeper.org/

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More books to read this Summer

July 15, 2023 By Leave a Comment
 PT Runs Free written by Jason Kraus and illustrated by Connor DeHaan.

This inspirational story features real-life rescue dog PT, who now resides in Fort Myers, Florida, and his journey as a shelter dog to facing further adversity by losing a leg to finding his “furever” home with a powerful message he now delivers – to Never Give Up. This is a good book for kids to read this summer!

This picture book, based on a true story, shares the uplifting tale of PT the rescue dog. PT faces many challenges in life, but never gives up! With the powers of positivity and determination, he overcomes a neglectful family, life as a shelter dog and even the loss of his leg! Find out how the incredible three-legged rescue regains his ability to run free, all while educating and inspiring children in schools and community centers along the way.

The real PT who was found injured on the side of a road in Miami, FL is now living the good life with his forever family in Fort Myers, FL. As a therapy dog, PT goes to work every day with his parents, Joe and Angie, the owners of Apex Physical Therapy. PT serves as the clinic’s mascot, spreading kindness, and inspiring those in pain or recovering from challenges of their own. On his days off, PT teaches children about empathy and the importance of adopting rescue dogs still waiting to find their forever homes.

In addition to losing a leg, PT has also just recovered from another obstacle as he had ACL surgery on his remaining back leg. More than 6 million companion animals end up in shelters each year. A meaningful way to help animals in need is to purchase “PT Runs Free” so that PT’s message of Never Give Up can continue to benefit animals in need. All proceeds from the book with always be donated to foster and adoption-based animal rescues. Now, how cool is that?! I loved the inspirational story and recommend it for kids of all ages!

Readers can purchase at:

Amazon: PT Runs Free: Kraus, Jason, DeHaan, Connor: 9798218046088: Amazon.com: Books

Barnes & Noble: PT Runs Free by Jason Kraus, Connor DeHaan, Paperback | Barnes & Noble® (barnesandnoble.com)

I love cats and dogs and I loved this one! It has more than 100+ hilarious animal comics in a colorfully illustrated book. It truly is a must for pet lovers! It made me laugh…a lot. I recommend this for older kids and also for adults. You can find it on Amazon.com.

The Abide Guide Living Like Lebowski

Learn to live like a Lebowski with the ultimate guide to life from the founders of the Church of the Latter-Day Dude. This one was entertaining but I would recommend it for adults and older teens. I like that it has humor and seems to have an answer for nearly everything! It definitely is a fun summer read! You can find it on Amazon.com.

Self Disclosure: I received free copies of the above books to feature. Cover images were also provided.

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“Let’s Get Crafty at the Pinners Conference & Expo” The Nation’s Biggest Event for Creatives and Makers Returns to Southern California Aug. 25-26, 2023, Pomona Fairplex

July 15, 2023 By Leave a Comment
Credit: Pinners Conference & Expo California

It’s that time again to learn, create and connect. At Pinners Conference and Expo, experience dozens of seminars, interactive classes and hands-on demonstrations, along with vendors and exhibitors offering unique and original items. Pinners Conference and Expo returns to the Pomona Fairplex (1101 W. McKinley Ave. Pomona) for two days of shopping, creating, designing and inspiration, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 25-26. 

Pinners Conference & Expo California is a lifestyle, trend and crafting event uniting cooks, crafters, artists. From experienced to novice, attendees can learn new skills and study under the guidance of today’s top leaders and trendsetters. Inspired classes in beauty and fashion, watercolor, food arts, hobby, DIY home and making, Pinners has something for everyone. There more than 100 Pinterest-based classes ranging from photography and self-improvement to party-planning, scrapbooking and cake-designing -and more!  Pinners will also welcome more than 200 local artisans and vendors, offering a variety of items for every décor and lifestyle.

“If you can dream it, design it or create it, chances are, you can find it – or learn how to do it – at Pinners,” said Pinners CEO Roxanne Bennett. “What started as a small lifestyle expo with a limited retail component has since grown into one of the nation’s best-loved and best-attended crafting and lifestyle events, welcoming thousands of attendees, presenters and ‘pinfluencers’ to events across the country.”  

Expecting an estimated 10,000 attendees at the Pomona Fairplex, Pinners Conference showcases the best and brightest influencers in one forum to share their knowledge by offering classes that aren’t easily found at local craft stores, community colleges, or boutiques. 

Guests can create works of art from old books during an “Intro to Book Folding” course or try their hands at soapmaking, create custom cutting board décor or zodiac zen necklaces. Additional presentations and instructional seminars cover everything from crafting with UV resin and applying eye makeup to decorating sugar cookies and crafting custom pillowcases.

“If you’ve ever marveled over the talented artisans on Pinterest and wondered whether you could create something similar yourself, here’s your chance to learn from the pros and put your skills into practice,” Bennett said. “Whether you know exactly what you want to learn or are looking to be inspired onsite, you’re sure to find something to pique your interest at Pinners.”


Pinners Conference & Expo California is possible thanks to generous sponsors including The Home Depot, Plaid, Magnolia Design Co., Dixie Belle Paint Company, American Farmhouse-Style Cottages & Bungalows, The Body Shop at Home, MakerFlo Crafts & Ryobi.

Some classes require “Class Kits” for an additional fee and are available in advance or onsite. While a limited number of pre-registration opportunities are available, Pinners attendees may also register for classes onsite.

To view a complete lineup of events and opportunities available to guests throughout the weekend or to pre-register for specific classes and events, visit CA.PinnersConference.com/Classes-and-Presenters.

Pinners Conference & Expo California
For complete information or to purchase tickets, visithttps://ca.pinnersconference.com

Where
Pomona Fairplex
1101 W. McKinley Ave
Pomona, CA 91768

Admission

  • General (exhibits and shopping) – $12                                                                      
  • Class passes (includes admission) – $19 to $49
  • VIP Pass $189

Information

  • Many classes will have optional kits to purchase upon enrolling
  • All events are FREE for children 8 and under.

Hours

  • Friday, Aug. 25 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, Aug. 26 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Credit: Pinners Conference & Expo California.

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