Archive for July, 2010

The Future of the Gulf is in our Hands

Lori Bosarge expresses her thoughts and concerns through her art. Using her front yard, plywood from the garage, and her paints, she is sending all of us a message. You are invited to share community needs, resources, ideas, and opportunities with other people who care at the Future of the Gulf – Community Brainstorm. Let’s […]

July 19, 2010 · Leo Denton · No Comments
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“The One that Got Away” – Deep Sea Rodeo Fun

Yesterday afternoon, with most fishing on hold, the 78th Annual Alabama Deep Sea Rodeo, renamed “The One that Got Away,” sponsored a “Community Day” with the ever-popular “Liars’ Contest.” Much of the “Community Day” events were enjoyed by children and adults alike. See pictures below (click on pictures for larger, more detailed views). Reminder: The Future of […]

July 18, 2010 · Leo Denton · No Comments
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Lest We Forget

Earlier this year, Haiti was devastated by an earthquake. Over 200,000 people died. Despite the scope of this catastrophe, I hardly think of this anymore. It’s hardly visible to me. I need to change that because Haiti must still have tremendous needs. The same scenario is about to be played out with the oil spill […]

July 17, 2010 · Leo Denton · No Comments
Posted in: Community, Oil spill, Volunteering

Ongoing Challenge

Now that the oil spill leak is potentially sealed, how soon will the ongoing Gulf oil problem be forgotten, out-of-sight and out-of-mind? You are invited to a brainstorming meeting about continued community focus and action on the oil spill. The purpose of this meeting is to generate ideas on how people can continue their involvement […]

July 16, 2010 · Leo Denton · No Comments
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