Save The Wolves!
Throughout the western United States, wolves are in danger. Since 1974, the Endagered Species Act protected wolves. Recently, Congress made an executive decision to delist the wolf and allow for wolf hunting in the US. Visit www.defenders.org to sign the…
Greenburgh Nature Center Trip for Make a Difference Day!
Last Saturday, I traveled with a group of student volunteers to Greenburgh Nature Center in Scarsdale, NY to help beautify their rock garden. Students assisted naturalist Dean Fausel by moving heavy rocks to clear a path, then filling it with…
Reusable Water Bottles
Did you know that bottled water produces up to 1.5 million tons of plastic waste per year? Instead of constantly buying bottled water, invest in a reusable water bottle and fill it with tap water instead! If you’re not a…
Meatless Monday
Join individuals across the country as they go meatless! Meatless Monday is not just a day but a movement to encourage people to at healthier and make smarter food choices. Join folks across the country that have pledged to go…
Turn off your computer & read a book!
As interesting as Facebook may seem, sitting in front of the computer uses a lot of energy! Shut down your computer for the day and read a book instead! You’ll not only be helping the environment, but also enriching your…
Recycle your E-Waste
Did you know that the majority of electronics can be recycled? Check out http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/66872.html to find out how you can recycle your old phone, ipod, computer, and more.
Register to Vote
Election day is coming soon! Make sure you’re registered to vote so you don’t miss your chance! Stop by the CCAR office or check out your local Board of Elections website for more information. As a college student you can…
04/21/12 Prepare a park for the summer with New York Cares!
SIGN UP & JOIN THE PACE TEAM! SIGN UP SENDING AN EMAIL TO CCARNY@PACE.EDU WITH THE EVENT NAME, YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL! Members of the Pace Community! On April 21th the Center for Community Action and Research will…
Protect Our Beaches!
Did you know that lawmakers are proposing budget cuts that would eliminate funding for water-quality monitoring and reporting? Sign this petition and let the EPA know that you want to be sure that the water you’re swimming in is safe! …