January 2019 – July 2022
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, an open mic session will be held that day at 10 a.m. We all make a difference, and all of us are needed to make a difference. Sign up to share a brief story, be it research, educational, organizational involvement, or personal journey. https://forms.gle/ajW5mTYtZAMNEbQj6
Lab employees interested in growing or expanding their knowledge of social media can take advantage of LinkedIn Learning. Classes are offered for Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and, of course, LinkedIn. https://socialmedia.lbl.gov/linkedin-learning-lbnl/
Due to potential conflicts of interest, Lab staff are not allowed to assist applicants to CalTestbed, a program sponsored by the California Energy Commission. However, you can share with entrepreneurs the call for applications for prototype testing. Awards fund testing at UC sites including LBNL. https://buildings.lbl.gov/caltestbed-program
Local organizations are seeking donations and volunteers to meet the growing needs in our communities due to COVID-19. There are a variety of opportunities, from food bank donations to tutoring. See how you can get involved. https://covid.lbl.gov/donation-and-volunteer-opportunities-in-the-bay-area
April marks the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day. Join a Zoom session on Tuesday, April 7 at 10:30 a.m. for a kickoff webinar on Earth Day – Then and Now. Learn about the history of Earth Day and where the movement is headed. Bring your own Earth Day stories to share. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=M2ozamN2NDMycW0yNHQ1N3BiNnQ3ZjFhdW8gbGJsLmdvdl9tOG43Z2hwbXIwdTl1bGZlYzdvNTFtMHEyb0Bn&tmsrc=lbl.gov_m8n7ghpmr0u9ulfec7o51m0q2o%40group.calendar.google.com
Who are the division directors with hidden musical talents? Which colleague is a former opera singer? Shh, don’t tell, but the opening act is none other than Lab Director Mike Witherell. These and other talents will be showcased in the Lab’s first-ever Open Mic Friday at 4:30 p.m. https://calendar.google.com/calendar/r/day/2020/3/27?eid=N3ZtZzk3NXJiZmEydGptNGxka3Z1bjg0NGkgbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&ctz=America/Los_Angeles&sf=true
Blood drives are vital to ensuring the health of the community, and the Red Cross is continuing to hold blood drives during this challenging time to help meet patient needs. Learn more about how the Red Cross is protecting both donors and their staff under these new conditions. http://redcrossblood.org/
Your weekend plans can continue to focus on family fun. After your family hike, there are plenty of online activities to keep the family engaged. Check out these great resources from the Lab’s K-12 team. https://k12education.lbl.gov/home-resources
Applications for the position of staff advisor to the Regents are open for non-represented and represented staff who have at least five years of UC service, offering a unique opportunity to represent staff on issues faced by the board. The application period ends April 3. https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/2020/03/bring-staff-voices-to-the-table-apply-to-become-the-next-staff-advisor-to-uc-regents.html
The Red Cross blood mobile has been postponed for this month, but Lab citizens are encouraged to visit their local blood bank to make a donation. Find one near you. https://www.redcross.org/give-blood.html