Comcast contributed $100,000, 1,000 laptops, and free internet for a year to students and families in need who live in the Northern California city.
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In an announcement on Thursday afternoon, Comcast said its large donation to the City of Oakland Parks, Recreation and Youth Development in Oakland, California is part of its “ongoing commitment” to help connect low-income students and families to the internet “so they
Following are programs organized by the city of Lakeville Parks and Recreation Department. Register at webtrac.lakevillemn.gov or call 952-985-4600.
Guided Adult Adventure Snowshoe Hike
Join EcoElsa on Saturday, Feb. 20, from 9 a.m.-noon at Ritter Farm Park, 19300 Ritter Trail. This class starts where the beginner class left off with an even longer hike allowing participants to practice different snowshoe steps and skills. Explore Ritter Farm Park never before with
Presidents Day means another opportunity for free parking at some outdoor recreation areas around the Pacific Northwest.
The holiday, on Monday, Feb. 15, is one of nine fee-free days honored by federal public lands agencies in 2021, meaning all parking and entry fees are waived on lands where it’s recognized.
This Presidents Day, fees will be waived on lands managed by the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and
Online registration for the city of Edina’s spring and summer parks and recreation activities begins noon Wednesday, Feb. 17, at edinamn.maxgalaxy.net for Edina residents.
Registration for those who live outside Edina begins noon Wednesday, Feb. 24.
The Spring/Summer Activities Directory, which is being mailed to Edina homes, contains listings grouped by type of activity to help people quickly locate what they are interested in. This guide will be in mailboxes
Thanks to the ongoing pandemic, going back to the gym might not be an option for everyone.
While most gyms require masks, social distancing and may be provide disinfecting supplies, some still feel most safe getting a workout at home.
For those who feel comfortable, several gyms in the Lancaster area offer free trials for new members who want to start a new workout routine.
But for those intent on
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EAU CLAIRE — A new addition to the popular Seven Bumps Hill is intended to promote sharing, community and outdoor recreation.
The Little Free Sled Library, launched Saturday with six new sleds, is a wintertime spinoff of the popular Little Free Library concept, enabling anyone to borrow a sled at no cost and take a run — or 10 — down the hill next to Forest Hill Cemetery on Eau
JACKSON, MI — Jackson community leaders have a new plan to address the coronavirus pandemic-related challenges of a sluggish restaurant industry and the rising risks of food insecurity – buy meals from local restaurants and pass them out for free.
Consumers Energy and the city of Jackson are partnering in the new meal distribution program through Consumers’ “Our Town” initiative that distributes meals made by Jackson restaurants to Jackson families.
Tourism means people traveling for fun. It includes activities such as sightseeing and camping. People who travel for fun are called “tourists”. Places where many tourists stay are called “resorts”. Places that people go to for tourism are called tourist destinations.
There are a lot of reasons why people travel for fun:
COLORADO SPRINGS — 600 children from pre-kindergarten through second grade across Colorado Springs are able to play soccer this Spring for free, thanks to a grant from Comcast NBCUniversal and supporting funds from Children’s Hospital Colorado.
The first 300 local children to register in each of the designated age group divisions will enjoy free soccer this season from Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department.
In addition to the funding, both
MARKS • Dennis Washington, an 11-year custodian and bus driver for the Tunica County School District, has long aspired to become an electrician as a way to make additional income. For a few months now, the 50-year-old Tunica native has searched for online certification classes.
Not long into his search, his wife learned of an opportunity: a six-to eight-week residential electrical wiring class in Marks. It was free, so he
It’s inevitable: After the glitz and festivities of the winter holidays, the rest of the winter can seem anticlimactic. But it doesn’t have to be.
Related: 35 Easy Ways To Save Money This Winter
As tempting as it might be to take up an expensive winter hobby — such as skiing or ice skating — to get through the slow winter months, you don’t
This coloring page, designed by Crystal artist and resident Shawn McCann, is available to pick up at the Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. N., or to download at trimurl.co/iph4lc. A picture of the completed page may be downloaded to Facebook or Instagram with the hashtag #crystalwinterfest2020 to be entered into a Dec. 18 drawing.
Pandemic surge brings change for event originally set for Becker Park
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the practice of traveling (whether on foot or by other means) as a leisure-time activity and a form of recreation.
Tourism is the most effective means of satisfying recreational needs; combining a variety of recreational activities, it fulfills such goals as the recovery of health, enrichment of knowledge, and restoration of one’s productive capacity. Tourism contributes to health maintenance, physical education, and the intellectual, cultural, and social development of the
On Friday, Nov. 27 Maria Lake State Park was offering free admission to visitors and people from all over took advantage.
Usually visitors need a parking pass placed on the dashboard of their vehicle in order to enter the park but not on the Friday after Thanksgiving.
The Lake Maria State Park and Sand Dunes FRA Staff said that there are several days throughout the year when admission is free
Are you looking for resources to help your school-age children through the academic year? From free tutoring to meals and enrichment programs, they’re out there — if you know where to look.
Across Seattle, agencies that typically serve youth and families have reallocated funds, staff and other resources to offer more support. Community organizations and grassroots groups have also stepped up their efforts to help fulfill needs that might normally
This list also includes ways you can help the community by volunteering to hand out meals or donating.
AUSTIN, Texas — Tis the season of giving and receiving.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and if you’d like to receive a free meal or lend a helping hand, here’s a list of local events giving out meals and groceries in the Austin area. There are various ways you can help
SILVER SPRING, MD — Montgomery County is offering free walk-in and drive-thru coronavirus testing at a number of sites this week.
No doctor’s order is required and no appointments are needed. County officials ask that symptomatic residents call the Testing Helpline at 240-777-1755 for assistance. Find more information on eligibility here.
The self-administered nasal swab tests provided at county-run testing clinics are from CIAN Diagnostic Laboratories in Frederick.
Monday, Nov.
NEW RIVER VALLEY, Va. (WDBJ) – A bike share program in the New River Valley wants to make is easy for you to get to the polls on Tuesday.
It’s all part of a national, industry-wide initiative to offer free or discounted transportation to voters on Nov. 3.
Roam NRV is a bike share program, joining the effort to make sure people have a ride to the polls on election