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Daylight Savings Ends Daylight Savings Time officially ends at 2 am Sunday, November 7. When you set your clocks back one hour, the Greensboro Fire Department reminds you to also change your smoke alarm batteries. If you need assistance or don't have an alarm, contact the Greensboro Fire Department at 336-574-4088.
The Greensboro Public Library offers free computer classes throughout the month of November. The library provides classes on surfing the Internet, online job searching, using e-mail, and blogging, in addition to beginners and introduction to computers courses. Visit your nearest library for details. Neighborhood Small Projects ProgramDo you have an idea for how to improve a City-ownded property? If so, your neighborhood might consider partnering with the City on public projects that enhance the community. The Neighborhood Small Projects program is accepting applications through November 30. For more information, view the project guidelines or contact Russ Clegg at 336-373-2211.
Streetlights Out?
With the days getting shorter, you may be noticing more streetlight problems in your neighborhood or around the city. Please call the Contact Center at 373-CITY (2489) to report streetlight malfunctions.
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City Council Action Wrap-Up
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Council approves use of new Internet filter at Central Library
At its October 19 meeting, Greensboro City Council approved the use of Internet filtering software that derails those attempting to access adult-themed content in certain computer zones in the Central Library. The software filters the material from computers in the children's area and at all wireless access points, while children 17 and under will have their Internet access filtered when they log onto any of the computers in the library system.
Research conducted by the library from August 19 through September 19, indicated that out of nearly 59 million Web hits traced during the timeframe, .07 percent were pornographic in nature. While the new filter does not guarantee access to offensive material will be blocked 100 percent of the time, library officials say it does add an extra layer of security. In addition, the library's Internet management efforts continue to include the use of a bandwidth-shaping program on all library computers. To view this meeting or past meetings, visit Council's archive page.
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| Vote Now to Provide Recycling Bins for Local Families | |
Field Operations seeks grant from Pepsi Refresh Project
Field Operations is seeking a $5,000 grant to provide recycling bins for Greensboro families in public housing. The grant program, through the Pepsi Refresh Project, offers $1 million each month to 1,000 different projects designed to improve the world. The goal of the City's project is to increase recycling in Greensboro.
To receive the grant, Field Operations needs your help. Visit the Pepsi Refresh Website by Sunday, October 31, to support the program by clicking "vote for this idea" and by providing your name and e-mail address. Projects with the most votes by the end of the month receive grants.
For more information, contact Mike Greene at 336-373-4676.
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| Youth Sports Registration Underway | |
Sign ups open for boys and girls basketball, 2011 spring soccer
Greensboro's 10 recreation centers are accepting registration for citywide youth basketball leagues for boys and girls, ages 5 to 17. To register, contact the recreation center in your area or call 336-373-3268. Registration is also open for spring 2011 youth soccer for boys and girls ages 7 to 14. To register, contact Parks and Recreation at 336-373-2723.
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| Final Neighborhood Walk of Season Scheduled | Lindley Park/District 4 walk on November 1
The City's neighborhood walk in Lindley Park (District 4) is scheduled for Monday, November 1. The walk starts at 5 pm at the parking lot of Suds & Duds at 2114 Walker Ave.
This is the final walk in the fall series of the Neighborhood Walks Program. The program provides opportunities for community leaders and residents to discuss issues important to them with the City's executive team.
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| Volunteers Needed for Shoppers' Day | |
25th annnual event scheduled for December 2
The Greensboro Mayor's Committee for Persons with Disabilities hosts its 25th annual Special Shoppers' Day on Thursday, December 2. The City is seeking volunteers from the community to accompany shoppers as they purchase holiday gifts.
Each year, more than 200 individuals with different abilities from throughout Guilford County participate in a shopping field trip to Four Seasons Town Centre. Volunteers of all ages are needed to assist the shoppers as they make their purchases, visit Santa, and enjoy the live entertainment at the mall's amphitheatre. All entertainment is focused on people with disabilities.
The Mayor's Committee for Persons with Disabilities is a coalition of businesses, human service agencies and individuals of all levels of ability. The committee works to create a barrier-free community and advocates for the rights of persons with disabilities. To volunteer or request more information, call Donna Gray at 336-373-2723. |
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