More discussion regarding possible topics:

Natural Disasters: the way in which they shape the design realm-using natural disasters as a source of inspiration for the landscapes, buildings, and cities we design.
• “Thinking Small”-solving our ecological problems will
Solving our ecological problems will require massive change, as Bruce Mau has suggested. Yet even as we must think big, we must also remember to think small. Visions are accomplished incrementally; details are important; impacts must be studied and limited; the meek among us require protection. Join us as we consider the meaning of “local” and “appropriate,” as we ponder the ripple effect. Help us contemplate nanotechnology and microclimates. Plant the tiny seeds to grow the revolutionary change.

Topics:
Scale – buildings, economies (Schumacher), “local” discussion
Nature – microclimates, invertebrate communities, guerilla gardening, agricultural questions

The morning will start with a morning group bike ride starting and ending at the Science Factory. Then a celebration will take place at the Science Factory from 11 am-3pm for bike safety demonstrations, marimba music, ice cream, bike tune ups, unicyclists, racing demos and other fun examples of human powered transportation. There will even be a crazy helmet and bike decorating contest and parade. Mayor Kitty Piercy will be on hand to present the "Bold Steps" Award to a local business that's a role model in sustainability. Admission is free and last year approximately 600 people attend which is expected to grow!