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.NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
China's noisy 'dancing grannies' silenced by device that disables speakers
The Guardian
Across China’s public parks and squares, in the early hours of the morning or late in the afternoon, the grannies gather.
The gangs, made up mostly of middle-aged and older women who went through the Cultural Revolution, take to a corner of a local park or sporting ground and dance in unison to Chinese music. Loud music.
The tradition has led to alarming standoffs, with the blaring music frequently blamed for disturbing the peace in often high-density residential areas. But many are too scared to confront the women.
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On Indigenous People's Day, LA removes Father Junipero Serra's name from downtown park
Los Angeles Daily News
As part of Los Angeles’ work to reckon with mistakes and wrongdoings in the city’s history, officials announced for Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday the Indigenous LAnd Initiative, which includes the removal of Father Junipero Serra’s name from a downtown park across the street from Union Station.
Mayor Eric Garcetti, Councilman Mitch O’Farrell and Councilman Kevin de Leon spoke from La Plaza Park, formerly Father Serra Park, alongside leaders of the Gabrieleno/Tongva Band of Mission Indians and the Fernandeno Tataviam Band of Mission Indians.
The park will be called La Plaza Park until a new name is officially adopted.
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Where to find L.A.'s newest micro forests
Los Angeles Times
How many trees does it take to make a forest? Not as many as you’d think at L.A.'s newest micro forests.
Recently, 20 trees — including Brisbane box, tipa and blue jacaranda — were planted in a corner of Hollenbeck Park in Boyle Heights. These were no little saplings; trees 6 to 7 feet tall were planted to instantly provide a leafy shade canopy in a neighborhood where little shade exists.
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Maintenance Management School
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November 15-19, 2021
UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge
Maintenance Management School (MMS) is a week-long program held annually. A Board of Regents plans and coordinates the school, including an extensive and progressive curriculum designed for first-year, second-year and graduate levels. This school teaches a systematic approach for determining the resources needed to maintain a public facility, with lifelong professionals providing knowledge and opportunities not available anywhere else. Space is limited – be sure to sign up today!
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Playground Safety Inspector Course (CPSI)
CPRS
This 'blended learning' environment will include 12 hours of pre-recorded learning modules, a 4-hour virtual training course with a live instructor, and a computer-based exam offered either at a professional testing site or online* from your home.
Playing outdoors is a major component in the health and wellness of our children. And it is our responsibility to ensure safe, enjoyable play areas for all. CPRS, in conjunction with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) are offering the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) course and certification to properly train and certify you and your staff to recognize and prevent potential playground hazards. Courses are designed for park and recreation staff, school districts, childcare facilities, health departments, landscape architects, playground manufacturers, installers, contractors, insurance firms, homeowners' associations and more.
Register here: https://www.cprs.org/education/multidayevents/cpsi
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