I find this 4 minute video fascinating. It’s a positive approach to open source, DIY hardware. I’ve heard of open source software, but he has developed an open source model for building practical things like a tractor. Found on Facebook, originally from http://www.ted.com/talks/marcin_jakubowski.html
Blueprint for Civilization
September 30th, 2011 · Click here to add a comment · FYI, video
Tags:ideas worth spreading·Jakubowski·Marcin·open source hardware·rise of collaboration·Ted
MoCo parents blogging for better school lunches
June 4th, 2010 · Click here to add a comment · FYI, healthy foods
Montgomery County parents have started a blog and listserv to coordinate between parents and others who want to advocate for better school lunches. Be part of the revolution. From the site: We are concerned parents of Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland who want to improve the food served in schools to our children. We [...]
Tags:Ann Cooper·CDC·ideas worth spreading·mcps·Montgomery County·school lunch·Ted