Tag Archives: celebration

Announcing EarthAid.net

Posted on April 17, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

I’m very excited and proud to to join in the announcement of the launch of EarthAid.net, a new platform created by Earth Aid Enterprises.  Earth Aid takes an innovative approach to America’s energy and climate change problems. Earth Aid empowers … Continue reading →

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Signs that Spring is Actually Here!

Posted on March 23, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

Some signs of spring from the past few weeks as it burst onto the scene. National Cathedral

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Squirrel Appreciation Day

Posted on January 21, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

I just learned that it’s Squirrel Appreciation Day.  As a huge fan of squirrels, I wanted to honor it in some way. So, if you have always been fascinated by the little furry guys running around our cities, check out … Continue reading →

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Inauguration Day

Posted on January 20, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

Inauguration Day – crazy, exciting, hopeful, frustrating, inspiring, crowded, diverse, fun, COLD! The Capitol through the fencing: My favorite tribute: My favorite sign: Volunteers left Pittsburgh on a bus at midnight to come collect signatures for the Save Darfur Coalition’s … Continue reading →

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Something big happening in DC this weekend…

Posted on January 19, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

… This is the second time I’ll be in DC for a presidential inauguration.  Last time, I barely noticed anything was happening.  This time it is pretty impossible to ignore.  Check my flickr links for photos, and I’ll be back … Continue reading →

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Mark Your Calendars: Important Dates in 2009

Posted on January 2, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

And by important dates I of course mean my favorite holidays – those obscure days that were clearly unilateraly declared by various industries and interest groups, but I find so fascinating that there are days or weeks or months declared … Continue reading →

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