CASA of LA's mission is to mobilize community volunteers to defend the interests of abused and neglected children. This free information session educates attendees about the foster care system and CASA of LA’s efforts to help children thrive, not just survive.  CASA of LA’s program allows volunteers to have a profound, long-term impact because of the unique opportunity to voice the child's needs in court.

NOTE: Details about parking, etc. are e-mailed once registered for the event.

Help Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy care for the White Point Native Plant Demonstration Garden by removing invasive weeds, watering native plants, grooming trails and more! Your efforts will help restore important wildlife habitat and create a beautiful place where the community can enjoy being in nature! Volunteers will be working outdoors, so please wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection and be sure to bring drinking water. Thank you for volunteering! 

For all Conservancy Events, please sign up at: http://pvplc.volunteerhub.com

CASA of LA's mission is to mobilize community volunteers to defend the interests of abused and neglected children. This free information session educates attendees about the foster care system and CASA of LA’s efforts to help children thrive, not just survive.  CASA of LA’s program allows volunteers to have a profound, long-term impact because of the unique opportunity to voice the child's needs in court.

NOTE: Details about parking, etc. are e-mailed once registered for the event.

NOTE:  To participate, please email Dimitrios Jones for a Science Fair application.

HIP through Science is a science initiative to help increase the interest of science in the urban and undeserved community. The People of Change, a nonprofit organization, provides community building and learning through brief lectures and hands-on experiments. Lessons taught will influence more children to pursue the science fields and learn about how our everyday lives are influenced by science.

Rules and Categories

Rules:

1. Each student may enter only one individual project.

2. Each student or team must submit a (maximum of) 200-word, one-page abstract which summarizes their project. The abstract must describe research conducted by the student, not by adult supervisors. (grades K-3rd are not required to write)

3. Each student display booth should have a tri-fold or poster board paper describing your project.

4. Students may only be a part of one team.

5. Students will receive additional points on score card if they are accompanied by parents or guardian.

6. If working as a team you must state a problem, statement, and hypothesis for your project. (K-3rd grades are exempt).

Point System: 0-10 in each category

Community involvement: Parental participation – Are the students’ parents or guardians in attendance? (30%)

Creativity: Is the project itself creative and unique? (10%)

Skill: Did the student perform the experiments correctly? Is there any major human error that was overlooked? If something went wrong, was it the student’s fault? (15%)

Thoroughness: Is the project finished? Was anything left out that would have made the project better or more complete? Does the conclusion relate to the project? (20%)

Clarity: Is the display easy to understand? Are all concepts described so that they are easy to understand? (15%)

Dramatic value: Is the display board attractive? Did it catch your eye when you first noticed it? Did the display make you interested in what the project was about? (10%)

Categories:

Behavioral and Social Sciences

Human and animal behavior, social and community relationships: psychology, sociology, anthropology, archaeology, ethology, ethnology, linguistics, learning, perception, urban problems, reading problems, public opinion surveys, educational testing, etc.

Biochemistry

Chemistry of life processes: molecular biology, molecular genetics, enzymes, photosynthesis, blood chemistry, protein chemistry, food chemistry, hormones, etc.

Botany

Study of plant life: agriculture, agronomy, horticulture, forestry, plant taxonomy, plant physiology, plant pathology, plant genetics, hydroponics, algae, etc.

Chemistry

Study of the nature and composition of matter and laws governing it: physical chemistry, organic chemistry (other than biochemistry), inorganic chemistry, materials, plastics, fuels, pesticides, metallurgy, soil chemistry, etc.

Computer Science

Study and development of computer software and hardware and associated logical devices

Earth and Space Sciences

Geology, mineralogy, physiography, oceanography, meteorology, climatology, astronomy, geology, speleology, seismology, geography, etc.

Engineering

Technology; projects that directly apply scientific principles to manufacturing and practical uses: civil, mechanical, aeronautical, chemical, electrical, photographic, sound, automotive, marine, heating and refrigerating, transportation, environmental engineering, etc.

Environmental Sciences

Study of pollution (air, water, and land) sources and their control; ecology

Mathematics

Development of formal logical systems or various numerical and algebraic computations, and the application of these principles: calculus, geometry, abstract algebra, number theory, statistics, complex analysis, probability

Medicine and Health

Study of diseases and health of humans and animals: dentistry, pharmacology, pathology, ophthalmology, nutrition, sanitation, pediatrics, dermatology, allergies, speech and hearing, etc.

Microbiology

Biology of microorganisms: bacteriology, virology, protozoology, fungi, bacterial genetics, yeast, etc.

Physics

Theories, principles, and laws governing energy and the effect of energy on matter: solid state, optics, acoustics, particle, nuclear, atomic, plasma, superconductivity, fluid and gas dynamics, thermodynamics, semiconductors, magnetism, quantum mechanics, biophysics, etc.

Zoology

Study of animals: animal genetics, ornithology, ichthyology, herpetology, entomology, animal ecology, paleontology, cellular physiology, circadian rhythms, animal husbandry, cytology, histology, animal physiology, invertebrate neurophysiology, studies of invertebrates, etc.

Team Projects

All disciplines–multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary.

HIP through Science programs routinely takes photos of its events for program promotion. Your signature gives approval for your child’s photo to be used by Science Pioneers in conjunction with its charitable and educational purposes. 

Event Location & Info: Bradley Milken Center|1773 E Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90002 | 213-473-3607.

Please return applications by September 1^st to your respective HIP through Science location or by mail to THE PEOPLE of CHANGE, P.O. Box 11152, Los Angeles, CA 90011. Any questions, feel free to call at 716-986-6104.

Need help with your garden as we roll into summer?  The Organic Fruit & Vegetable class led by the Arboretum’s Horticultural Supervisor, Jill Morganelli, is the perfect place to look.  Jill will be taking the class to the Permasphere, Garden for All Seasons and Crescent Farm.  Please bring sunscreen, a shady hat, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes. 

The Organic Fruit and Vegetable Gardening classes at the Arboretum combine Biodynamic, Permaculture and other natural gardening techniques that align with the seasons. Each class is part of a 16-hour series that highlights how to build habitat and soil while providing solid horticultural practices for the ins-and-outs of growing organic fruits and vegetables.  Tours of the Los Angeles Arboretum Garden for All Seasons and Crescent Farm help to give visual meaning to the concepts you learn in class.  It is a great way to connect with the earth, your friends and family, and the community! 

• Jill Morganelli, Instructor and Horticultural Supervisor at the Arboretum
• $25 Arboretum members / $35 non-members per class (includes Arboretum Admission)
• Please call 626-821-4623 to register

Fall – September 10, 2016

Autumn is the season of harvest and transition.  The focus of this class will be on drought tolerant fruit trees, crops, and their nutritional qualities.  Fall is the best time of year to plant herbs so the group will also talk about savory and medicinal choices.  You will finish the year with cleaning / sharpening tools and getting the garden ready for winter.  

Shhh, do you hear that? Could it be a bird chirping, a truck honking, or a catchy tune on the radio? Take time to hear the sounds of Southern California, learn popular songs of the West, and create your own rhythm instruments to perform for friends and family!

Exercise and pizza?  Why not?  It’s for a good cause!

Help find a cure for ovarian cancer with a super fun cardio party on a bike at SoulCycle West Hollywood to raise awareness for the disease.  All proceeds support The Ovarian Cancer Circle.  Please RSVP by September 7.

SAVE THE DATE & TICKETS ON SALE TODAY!

Please join PTV for the 6th Annual Human Dignity Awards Dinner, it promises to be a fun and heartfelt evening in downtown Los Angeles as they honor actor and LGBT advocate George Takei (Star Trek), Vietnamese human rights activist Ta Phong Tan, and L.A. County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas.

• Reception: 5:30 pm
• Dinner & Program: 7:00pm
• Parking: Self-park $8

For more info, please visit http://ptvla.org/dinner/.

Don’t miss the LA Arboretum’s “What's Happening in Gardening” Series!

8 Thursdays, September 15-November 3
9:30am-12pm; $140 for the series; $25 per class
 

These classes are designed to help you keep up with garden news, trends, tips and pests. Each class begins with an open discussion and plant giveaway, followed by a lecture or hands-on workshop from one of the following speakers:

Sept. 15:  Jose & Carrie Hernandez, CJ’s Organic Farm

CJ's Organic Farm grows heirloom vegetables, fruits, and herbs for year-round weekly Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) baskets. They also sell organically grown heirloom vegetables and herb starts for your garden at the CJ’s Organic Farm booth at the Villa Park Farmers’ Market in Pasadena on Tuesday mornings.

Sept. 22: Nancy Bird, Rocks for Your Garden

Nancy Bird, rock expert and owner of NancyRocks, will show beautiful colorful rocks that will compliment your garden. She also will explain the Bureau of Land Management rules and permitting procedures for collecting rocks for free!

Sept. 29: Jill Morganelli, New Gardens & Garden Renovations at the Arboretum

Join Jill Morganelli, the Arboretum’s Horticultural Supervisor, for a discussion about the improvements being made in the gardens to enhance the Arboretum experience for visitors.

Oct. 6: Harold Koopowitz, Fall Blooming Daffodils

Harold Koopowitz currently is first vice president of the American Daffodil Society and editor emeritus for the Orchid Digest, which he edited for 10 years. He is well known internationally for breeding both slipper orchids and miniature daffodils. He is Professor Emeritus of biology in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UC Irvine. He will be signing copies of his new novel, Diamonds and Disas: The Further Adventures of George and Matilda.

Oct. 13: Joe Brosius, Magic Growers

As production manager at Magic Growers, Joe Brosius is responsible for propagating and growing all plant material products. He also is a partner in the nursery and a past president of the L.A. chapter of California Association of Nurseries and Garden Centers (CANGC). Joe received his degree in ornamental horticulture from Cal-Poly San Luis Obispo.

Oct. 20: Christine Anthony, Cook Now from Your Garden & Plant Now in Your Garden

A seasonal look at the edibles you're harvesting now and what to do with them, followed by a discussion of what is best to plant now for your meals in the months to come. Christine Anthony, the Renee's Garden Seeds rep to the Arboretum and a UCCE Master Gardener, will share practical tips learned from life long experience in the garden and the kitchen. Please be prepared to share your recipe ideas and gardening tips with one and all.

Oct. 27: Nicholas Staddon, The New American Garden

Nicholas Staddon travels the United States and the world in search of new trends and great plants for American gardens. In his lively and informative presentation, he’ll discuss some of the issues facing American gardeners today: invasive plants, the water situation, the plight of the pollinators, and what the solutions might be. Nicholas also will share some of his very best plant suggestions for our region.

Nov. 3: Leigh Adams: Permaculture: A Gardener’s Perspective

Interpretive horticulturalist and creator of the Crescent Garden, Leigh Adams will give us an overview of her experience working with Permaculture. She will then lead us on a private tour of the garden she created “behind the scenes” at the Arboretum.

http://www.arboretum.org

Los Angeles Green Festival

The Bay Foundation’s Clean Bay Certified team will be hanging out at this year’s Green Festival!  The Green Festival Marketplace showcases 250 exhibitors, learning from over 50 inspirational speakers, indulging in some delicious vegan or vegetarian food and learning all you need to know to live a more sustainable lifestyle!

For more information, check out https://www.facebook.com/events/1659157527705793/.

NOTE: Please park in the South Hall parking garage.