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Dr. Jane Goodall Speaking At The Landmark Theater Tonight
The last speaker for the 2013 season of the Richmond Forum is a good one.
In July 1960, at the age of 26, Jane Goodall traveled from England to what is today Tanzania and bravely entered the little-known world of wild chimpanzees. In the more than 50 years since, she has become an international icon, a United Nations Messenger of Peace, and a tireless advocate for environmental stewardship. Dr. Goodall will take us into the world of the Gombe chimpanzees, discuss the current threats facing the planet, and share her reasons for hope in these complex times.
Laurel Street Catfish
This photo set off a conversation on Reddit.com.
‘So my friend was walking back to her house, and saw this..’
Hawk
Our own Allen Townsend took this photo behind his Pine Street home:
Stop the Drop!
From the PUP Club FaceBook page:
The Stop the Drop campaign starts this month! Look for our posters in parks and at local pet-related businesses. Thanks to local artist Becky Boncal for the great artwork!
‘Diablo’ Needs Adaption
From email:
Meet Diablo, known as one of the strays on 400 S. Laurel. He needs a good home.
He is sweet and affectionate, and loves to sit on your lap. I think he’s probably best in a single-cat home, but he may play well with others. We are taking care of him, and will get him all of his shots.
If you are interested, please contact me via e-mail (marc_e_leslie at yahoo.com) or at 216-1441.
Catching Some Afternoon Rays
A small polar bear was spotted on top of a porch on Laurel Street yesterday afternoon. It looked like he was enjoying the warm sun on his butt while he slept. Rain is expected tomorrow.
Celebrate 40 Years of the Clean Water Act
Check out the video link below from the James River Association:
Dumping Ground to Best River Town; 40 years of Progress on the James River
October marks the 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, the nation’s landmark environmental legislation to protect water quality. Over the past four decades the James River has gone from being a “dumping ground” to supporting Outside Magazine’s 2012 “Best River Town Ever.” Arguably, it is the most improved river in the nation.
This accomplishment has been the result of a diverse, collective effort by many concerned citizens, businesses and governments. While the Clean Water Act and other state and local plans and policies provide the framework for improving the river, it ultimately comes down to individuals who make it happen.
Engaging Nature with St. Andrew’s Church
From email announcement:
St. Andrew’s Church is hosting a series of gatherings engaging nature and creation as a way to connect more deeply to God, ourselves and others. Track a fox to its den. Discover God’s ancient wisdom. Create fire from friction. Contemplate scripture. Sense the approach of a hawk. Feel compassion, connect deeply. Learn more about this new offering over appetizers on Wednesday, September 26 at St. Andrew’s House (236 S. Laurel Street), 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Please RSVP to me at abailey at standrewsoregonhill.org or 648-7980.
Flight Over The James
Photo by Matthew MacDonald. From RVAnews.com’s Picture of the Day:
