If you have glass that is cracked or broken, and you are wondering what to do with it, recycling the glass can be a great option. From windows to glass bottles, there are many places throughout Contra Costa County where you can either have the glass picked up or drop it off yourself. Glass Recycling […]
Three San Ramon Valley Parks to Visit
Living in the Danville and San Ramon area gives you access to some excellent parks. When you have nearby parks, there’s more of an incentive to get out and enjoy the outdoors more often. Learning more about the area’s parks and their amenities will provide you with the incentive you need to enjoy everything. […]
STEM Activities for 2 1/2 Years to 12 Years
STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, an educational plan which encourages learning the scientific process. The concept behind STEM is to interest children in science and math earlier, motivating them to pursue these fields during secondary education. Preschool: Basics of Math and Science Babies are born with the scientific process at their […]
Glass for Your Greenhouse
This article will give you a general idea of which materials work best when it comes to building green houses. It will look at the pros and cons of each material making your green house building decision a little easier. Greenhouse Material Choices There are six common materials used to build and protect a greenhouse. Glass […]
Spare the Air Days
California is a beautiful state, and there are numerous efforts to help preserve its natural environment. Part of the awareness of keeping the air clean for residents comes with knowledge that California is the country’s most populous state. Initiatives that encourage carpooling, public transit, and biking are popular in the Bay Area. Good Reasons to […]
The Montessori Method for your Preschooler to Kindergartner
Dr. Maria Montessori developed the Montessori Method of education. It was her goal to center the educational approach of teaching the young based on scientific observation of a child from birth to adulthood. This approach has now had more than 100 years of success. Dr. Montessori’s approach was to view your child as an eager […]
Organic and At Home Solutions for Cleaning
If you prefer to follow natural trends when it comes to cleaning your home, you may be baffled by glass. Glass can be hard to keep clean at the best of times and at all times. If you would like to know how to keep your glass clean and shiny without chemicals, give the following organic and […]
After School Activities for Kids
Now that the kids have gone back to school in San Ramon Valley, you no longer need to plan day trips to keep them busy. They will be in school all day. So what happens after school? There are several hours between the time that the kids get home from school and before they go […]
Teaching Children to be Big Helpers
As a parent, it is up to you to teach your children to be helpers. You need to motivate them to want to do chores. It is what will teach them to be responsible adults in the future. When kids are very young, they might want to help out; however, when they get a little older, […]
Innovating Glass – New Technologies
Can you imagine using just one sheet of glass for all your home’s mirrors, TV, computer and glass needs? This is where the future of glass could be going. One surface could enable you to play, watch TV, email your friends, check out your hair and even talk to your family from afar. The Innovation […]