Ear CandyCurated by Meg Birmingham — February 1, 2022
A little bit of a two for one: Revisiting one of my favorites for this week’s Ear Candy, Golden Years by David Bowie. There isn’t much to say about the song or the artist that hasn’t been said but it’s been on my mind recently because of its use in the movie A Knight’s Tale. […]
Praise Our PeepsCurated by Meg Birmingham — February 1, 2022
The Creation District is a Sacramento area programming hub that provides a safe haven for creation, discovery, activism, daring, and dream-making for youth and young adults experiencing homelessness. By offering so many programs like Open Studio, Music Experimentation Lab, and Open Stage sessions the Creation District is doing essential work in Sacramento, and we cannot […]
Tips & ToolsCurated by Meg Birmingham — February 1, 2022
While we spend a lot of time focusing on mitigating the negative experiences and feelings associated with anxiety one of the most important steps we can take is being more mindful when we are doing well. For more details on this theory of moments and mindfulness check out this article from TED.
Words of WisdomCurated by Meg Birmingham — February 1, 2022
“You didn’t just find a self out there waiting. You had to make one. You had to create who you wanted to be.” — Brit Bennett
Geeking-OutCurated by Adrian Ruiz — January 18, 2022
This article captures the difficulty in keeping schools open during the rise in omicron cases. Educators, thank you for everything that you are doing for our youth and families. If you don’t hear this often enough out there right now, let us say; “Thank you and you are loved for your sacrifice and care of […]
Ear CandyCurated by Adrian Ruiz — January 18, 2022
By now most have you have seen the latest installment of the Spiderman movie series but have you ever heard The Spiderman Theme Song recorded by The Ramones or seen the music video? Pure Adrenaline!
Praise Our PeepsCurated by Adrian Ruiz — January 18, 2022
Sacramento’s Latino Center of Art and Culture brings new life to a landmark, continuing its vital celebration of heritage. “The work is never done when it comes to running a nonprofit arts organization, but through the decades the LCAC has evolved from a small bookstore on 12th and F streets to a force that continues […]
Tips & ToolsCurated by Adrian Ruiz — January 18, 2022
Here are 28 ways to fight boredom and have some much needed fun during the winter months without breaking the bank. Witch one of these is your favorite?
Words of WisdomCurated by Adrian Ruiz — January 18, 2022
“I just make it my business to get along with people so I can have fun. It’s that simple” -Betty White
Geeking-OutCurated by Meg Birmingham — December 14, 2021
I have been absolutely geeking out on the Vox Conversations Podcast for a few weeks now, so much so that my friends have started to question my sanity. Lead by Sean Illing and Jamil Smith, “Vox Conversations brings you discussions between the brightest minds and the deepest thinkers; conversations that will cause you to question […]
Ear CandyCurated by Meg Birmingham — December 14, 2021
As we come near the close of our first full year of quarantine, nothing really quite captures how I feel as well as the first line of Changes: “Things could be stranger, but I don’t know how.” The song lives up to its name, it gives me a feeling of growth, learning to appreciate what […]
Praise Our PeepsCurated by Meg Birmingham — December 14, 2021
It’s always so cool to see students advocating for themselves and their peers, especially when it comes to providing resources centering wellbeing. Through-out the past 18 months Students in Southern California have pushed to make change in their state when it comes to providing Holistic Mental Health Support.