Saturday, April 20, 2013

What's up with Earth week?

Hey there,
     It's almost Earth day! Pretty exciting. We have a few events planned throughout the week. On Tuesday the 22nd, we are screening Thin Ice at 7 PM in Kessler. It tells human stories about people who study or are impacted by climate change. This screening is offered to signers of the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment (ACUPCC). 
     We're screening Bag It on Thursday at 7 PM in Upper Gage. It's about plastic bags. We're also planning a plastic bag and aluminum can drive for the day after Flunk Day. 
     There is going to be a game night on Wednesday. We're planting a new garden on Sunday! I spoke to Susan Woolverton recently and she said plants are arriving at her house. Should be a great week.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Coe Bikes

     One of my favorite parts of e-club, the Coe bikes are free to rent for students. They are red, single-gear, pedal-backward-to-break cruisers. Then get a bit beat up from time to time, so today (54 and sunny) is the perfect day to fix the bikes up and go for a ride.
     The most interesting problem: a wobbly seat. Luckily, it was an easy fix, just tighten a bolt under the seat. The best thing about single-speed bikes is easy repair.
     One chain had come off, and while putting it back on, I cut my finger (oops). Another good thing about Coe bikes: they're kept close to health services. After a band-aid, I was back to putting the chain on.
     With the fleet of five fixed up, I think it's time to try one for a spin around town.
-Peter