July, 2012

Rodney Fox, survivor of one of the worst, non-fatal shark attacks, will make an exclusive visit to the Museum of Nature & Science in Fair Park next week. From surviving one of the worst, non-fatal shark attacks by a Great White to becoming one of the foremost advocates in the research and conservation of the very creature that could have taken his life—Rodney is an inspiration to us all! On Saturday, July 28, ticket holders to the Planet Shark: Predator or Prey exhibition at the Museum of Nature & Science, will hear about Rodney’s unparalleled diving career of funny, unusual and thrilling experiences, including his famous shark attack story and being a part of the filming for the popular 1975 film, “Jaws.” Visitors can see a signed copy of Peter Benchley’s book, “Jaws,” in the Planet Shark exhibition at the Museum. Public Q & A Sessions:10 a.m.-10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m.-1 p.m., 2 p.m.-2:30 p.m., 4 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Hosted by EcoTuesday, an important message to building/property owners and managers will be given by Lori De La Cruz, ABC, and the Vice President of Sustainability Education at U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce (Lone Star Chapter). This is also a networking opportunity to meet other people in the property/building industry and trades. Refreshments will be served. Please sign up ASAP to attend at: http://www.meetup.com... before registration fills up.

The Tar Sands Blockade is hosting a three-day training in the East Texas area for environmental activists hoping to engage in nonviolent direct action against the Gulf Coast portion of Keystone XL pipeline. Participants will focus on learning, implementing, and imagining new tactics for nonviolent blockades and other forms of direct action. This camp will take place outdoors in the Texas summer, so people should come prepared for very hot weather. Participants will be camping on site, and while special arrangements may be available, the nature of this camp may make it difficult for those with physical conditions that limit their ability to be in hot environments for long periods of time.

“Trashing Our Treasure” Photography Exhibit at Dallas City Hall, Main Lobby July 16-August 10, 2012

 Dallas, TX, July 15, 2012 – Shared FUEL, a Dallas-based sustainable nonprofit, today announced that “Trashing Our Treasure,” a photography exhibit of litter at White Rock Lake, will be displayed in the main lobby of Dallas City Hall from July 16 through August 10.  The event is free and open to the public.

Designed to educate, inform and motivate individuals to be aware of the environmental consequences of litter on our green public places, “Trashing Our Treasure” debuted during last year’s centennial celebration of White Rock Lake.  The exhibit focuses on unnatural predators, such as styrofoam, plastics, aluminum cans and glass, that accumulate along the shoreline, particularly during storm events, and encroach upon the area’s wildlife habitats.

The Dallas Zoo introduces a new opportunity for you to photograph the animals during the magic hours right before sunset! Take advantage of the evening light and get memorable shots of some of the Zoo’s most photogenic animals in ZooNorth. You will receive a special map indicating where these animals are located. Pre-registration is encouraged but on-site registration is available beginning at 5 p.m. Call 469.554.7423 for more information or to make reservations.

Cost: $30 advance registration; $40 same-day registration