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Saturday, July 10, 2010
Bay Area Avon Walk kicked off this morning raising $5.5 Million, 2500 walkers
Thursday, July 8, 2010
CareerBuilder says economy making workers healthier: better food, less smoking
Job board CareerBuilder released a new survey today, saying the bad economy may just be turning us healthier. According to the research, the effects of the economic downturn have some workers making healthier choices when it comes to lunch breaks and smoking habits during the work day.
47 percent of workers report they have been packing a lunch more often to eat healthier or help save money. When it comes to smoking habits, 44 percent of workers who smoke said they are more likely to quit smoking given today's economic conditions. In addition one-in-five said that they have decreased the number of times they smoke during the work day (21 percent) or actually quit altogether (20 percent). The CareerBuilder survey was conducted among more than 4,400 workers between May 18 and June 3, 2010.
"Economic stress over the last year has caused some workers to reflect on their habits, and many of them have turned to healthier routines," said Rosemary Haefner, vice president of human resources for CareerBuilder. "In addition to helping cut personal costs, employees who limit their smoking and lunching out habits are taking better care of their overall health. This type of 'better-for-you' behavior can be encouraged by companies who implement wellness programs, healthy living challenges or smoking cessation support."
While some workers are embracing healthier habits, heavier workloads and added stress associated with downsized operations may have other workers taking a different direction.
Lunch breaks
Taking the time to recharge during the work day can be a challenge for some workers. Nearly one-third (32 percent) report they take less than a half hour for lunch, while 5 percent take less than 15 minutes. One-in-ten never take a lunch break and 16 percent report they work right through their lunch hour. Nearly one-in-five (18 percent) typically don't leave their desks during their lunch break and eat in their workspace 5 days a week.
As some workers struggle to fit in break time during the day, others choose to multitask on their lunch hour, using their breaks for the following activities
Too bad the survey didn't take into account the amount of stress that workers are carrying with them because they might lose their jobs...or already be unemployed.
47 percent of workers report they have been packing a lunch more often to eat healthier or help save money. When it comes to smoking habits, 44 percent of workers who smoke said they are more likely to quit smoking given today's economic conditions. In addition one-in-five said that they have decreased the number of times they smoke during the work day (21 percent) or actually quit altogether (20 percent). The CareerBuilder survey was conducted among more than 4,400 workers between May 18 and June 3, 2010.
"Economic stress over the last year has caused some workers to reflect on their habits, and many of them have turned to healthier routines," said Rosemary Haefner, vice president of human resources for CareerBuilder. "In addition to helping cut personal costs, employees who limit their smoking and lunching out habits are taking better care of their overall health. This type of 'better-for-you' behavior can be encouraged by companies who implement wellness programs, healthy living challenges or smoking cessation support."
While some workers are embracing healthier habits, heavier workloads and added stress associated with downsized operations may have other workers taking a different direction.
Lunch breaks
Taking the time to recharge during the work day can be a challenge for some workers. Nearly one-third (32 percent) report they take less than a half hour for lunch, while 5 percent take less than 15 minutes. One-in-ten never take a lunch break and 16 percent report they work right through their lunch hour. Nearly one-in-five (18 percent) typically don't leave their desks during their lunch break and eat in their workspace 5 days a week.
As some workers struggle to fit in break time during the day, others choose to multitask on their lunch hour, using their breaks for the following activities
-- Hanging out with co-workers - 23 percent -- Running errands - 18 percent -- Doing work - 16 percent -- Walking - 10 percent -- Shopping - 7 percent -- Working out - 3 percent Smoke breaksOf workers who smoke, 78 percent of them said they take up to ten minutes for each of their smoke breaks a day. Seven-in-ten (70 percent) report they take up to 3 smoke breaks a day, while 12 percent take more than five smoke breaks in a work day.
Too bad the survey didn't take into account the amount of stress that workers are carrying with them because they might lose their jobs...or already be unemployed.
Monday, July 5, 2010
Fire at Trace Elementary, San Jose - pictures
For several pictures of the scene, click here - Fire at San Jose's Trace Elementary
Calling the five-alarm fire that engulfed part of San Jose's Trace Elementary School Monday morning "a suspected crime scene," the San Jose Fire Department said they would haveperimeter security available for some time.
Residents in San Jose's quiet Rose Garden neighborhood were awakened shortly after 4 am July 5 with the sounds of fire and police sirens rushing to a fire at Trace Elementary School. Firefighters originally had to fight the fire defensively, and upgraded the blaze to five alarm after about two hours.
By 8 am the fire was mostly under control, with flare-ups and several hot spots, and still with plumes of black smoke rising upward. People within a two block radius of the fire who suffer from respiratory issues, were warned to shelter indoors.
The original Trace building was destroyed, though the newer building, opened in 2008/09, and the outer buildings remained unharmed. Teachers/parents who had gathered by 7 am were sad to note that the entire library was lost. For more information click to this article on Examiner.com
Calling the five-alarm fire that engulfed part of San Jose's Trace Elementary School Monday morning "a suspected crime scene," the San Jose Fire Department said they would haveperimeter security available for some time.
Residents in San Jose's quiet Rose Garden neighborhood were awakened shortly after 4 am July 5 with the sounds of fire and police sirens rushing to a fire at Trace Elementary School. Firefighters originally had to fight the fire defensively, and upgraded the blaze to five alarm after about two hours.
By 8 am the fire was mostly under control, with flare-ups and several hot spots, and still with plumes of black smoke rising upward. People within a two block radius of the fire who suffer from respiratory issues, were warned to shelter indoors.
Friday, July 2, 2010
2010 July 4 San Jose (Silicon Valley) fireworks, parades, family friendly events
Saturday, July 3
“Celebrate America” Music Festival & Fireworks | Shoreline Amphitheater
San Jose Giants Post-Game FIREWORKS (July 2 & 3)
Sunday July 4
The Worlds Shortest Parade/Pancake breakfast & 4th of July Festival - Aptos
Boulder Creek 4th of July Parade
Childrens Parade & Community Sing-Along – Cupertino
Blackberry Farms Free Swimming Day, plus BBQ and Music– Cupertino
Fourth of July FIREWORKS Show - Cupertino
4th of July FIREWORKS show – Gilroy
Kiddie Parade & FIREWORKS show – Hollister
10th Anniversary 4th of July Celebration – Los Gatos
Pool Party, Concert & FIREWORKS – Milpitas
Silicon Valley Parade & FIREWORKS –Morgan Hill
Radio Disney FIREWORKS Show with the San Francisco Symphony – Mountain View
San Jose | 95.3 KRTY’s All-American Country Jam & FIREWORKS –
San Jose | Rose Garden Neighborhood Rose, White and Blue Parade & Street Festival
All City picnic and fireworks Santa Clara
Fourth of July Celebration Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Firecracker 10K Run
Saratoga's Independence Day Celebratestival, Parade & FIREWORKS - Scotts Valley
State of the City” Celebration in the Park Sunnyvale
Spirit of Watsonville Parade - Watsonville
Ready for a bit of a drive? This just in:
The folks from Pier 39 in San Francisco sent out a media advisory reminding everyone that PIER 39 celebrates Independence Day with a star-spangled line-up of free entertainment for the whole family. The fun kicks off with a soft rock explosion from Mustache Harbor from 3-5pm in the PIER 39 Entrance Plaza. At 6pm, get ready to groove to your favorite 80’s dance hits with the ever popular Tainted Love. At approximately 9:30pm, look up to the stars as the City of San Francisco’s fireworks spectacular illuminates the sky over the Bay. PIER 39 shops and restaurants are open late so you can grab dinner, a hot chocolate, a cold beer, or a fresh bowl of chowder after the fireworks show has ended.
For all details and a complete listing of PIER 39 businesses open after the fireworks show, visit www.pier39.com.
“Celebrate America” Music Festival & Fireworks | Shoreline Amphitheater
San Jose Giants Post-Game FIREWORKS (July 2 & 3)
Sunday July 4
The Worlds Shortest Parade/Pancake breakfast & 4th of July Festival - Aptos
Boulder Creek 4th of July Parade
Childrens Parade & Community Sing-Along – Cupertino
Blackberry Farms Free Swimming Day, plus BBQ and Music– Cupertino
Fourth of July FIREWORKS Show - Cupertino
4th of July FIREWORKS show – Gilroy
Kiddie Parade & FIREWORKS show – Hollister
10th Anniversary 4th of July Celebration – Los Gatos
Pool Party, Concert & FIREWORKS – Milpitas
Silicon Valley Parade & FIREWORKS –Morgan Hill
Radio Disney FIREWORKS Show with the San Francisco Symphony – Mountain View
San Jose | 95.3 KRTY’s All-American Country Jam & FIREWORKS –
San Jose | Rose Garden Neighborhood Rose, White and Blue Parade & Street Festival
All City picnic and fireworks Santa Clara
Fourth of July Celebration Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Firecracker 10K Run
Saratoga's Independence Day Celebratestival, Parade & FIREWORKS - Scotts Valley
State of the City” Celebration in the Park Sunnyvale
Spirit of Watsonville Parade - Watsonville
Ready for a bit of a drive? This just in:
The folks from Pier 39 in San Francisco sent out a media advisory reminding everyone that PIER 39 celebrates Independence Day with a star-spangled line-up of free entertainment for the whole family. The fun kicks off with a soft rock explosion from Mustache Harbor from 3-5pm in the PIER 39 Entrance Plaza. At 6pm, get ready to groove to your favorite 80’s dance hits with the ever popular Tainted Love. At approximately 9:30pm, look up to the stars as the City of San Francisco’s fireworks spectacular illuminates the sky over the Bay. PIER 39 shops and restaurants are open late so you can grab dinner, a hot chocolate, a cold beer, or a fresh bowl of chowder after the fireworks show has ended.
For all details and a complete listing of PIER 39 businesses open after the fireworks show, visit www.pier39.com.
Celebrate 2010 FIFA World Cup here in San Jose - a FREE viewing party at the final game
Announced today, a celebration of the final game of 2010 FIFA World Cup, and what a celebration it is:
The event is sponsored by the San Jose Earthquakes, the San Jose Downtown Association, the City of San Jose and the San Jose Sports Authority and will be in Downtown San Jose’s SoFA District (1st Street & San Carlos Ave), Sunday, July 11 from 9 am to 3 pm.
Featuring a World Cup Final live broadcast on a large Jumbotron, the viewing party,will also include activities for you to get motivated to fitness, hosted and demonstrated by the Earthquakes, the only professional Major League Soccer franchise in Northern California.
Check out pictures of Landon Donovan in the 2010 FIFA World Cup
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