April 24 weekend events in Durham

Free things to do this weekend in Durham, NC...

Earth Day Festival
What: "Celebrate our sense of community, raise awareness of current local and global environmental issues, actively engage in hands-on learning activities, and celebrate our environmental success." - website. Also hosting free electronics recycling and paper shredding.
Where: Downtown Durham (CCB Plaza)
When: 12 pm - 5pm
More Info: http://www.ci.durham.nc.us/departments/parks/earthday/

DATA (the bus system) is offering free fares tomorrow, an incentive to catch the bus instead of driving downtown. The closest bus station to us at the Wal-Mart shopping center. If you're real brave, there will be a bicycle valet at the festival.


MakerFaire
"celebrates things people create themselves -- from James Bond-worthy electronic gizmos to Martha Stewart-quality "slow made" foods and homemade clothes. Inspiration is ubiquitous at the festival and there are surprises around every corner for people of all ages." - website.
Where: 1821 Hillandale Rd, Durham NC 27705 (old Loehmann's Plaza)
When: Sunday, April 25, 2010 9AM - 9PM
More Info: http://makerfairenc.com

The Power of Play

All people, young, old and everything in between, need play in their lives as much as they need to eat and breathe. Play supports the development of our children into balanced adults who can ultimately work and play together. Child-directed play is even better in helping children develop creatively and socially at a better pace for them. Below is a bit about play and this blog's philosophies.

What is Play?

“Play is a fun, enjoyable activity that elevates our spirits and brightens our outlook on life. It expands self-expression, self-knowledge, self-actualization and self-efficacy. Play relieves feelings of stress and boredom, connects us to people in a positive way, stimulates creative thinking and exploration, regulates our emotions, and boosts our ego” (Garry Landreth, 2002).

Welcome to Breathe.Play.Live.

This blog is to encourage play and opportunities to have fun for everyone. Play should be as important to humans as breathing. This will be my contribution to helping more people make that happen!