Extraordinary, Ordinary People: A Memoir of Family
by Condoleezza Rice
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Grow & Find Local Food
- Farmers Markets and Local Food Market Farmers markets are an integral part of the urban/farm linkage and have continued to rise in popularity, mostly due to the growing consumer interest in obtaining fresh products directly from the farm.
- Field to Plate – What's In Season in Your Region? Search for seasonal availability of fresh produce in your state or region. If your state is not listed, a readily available resource could not be located. We suggest you contact your state Department of Agriculture to ask about local availability of produ
- Food Gardening Tips – A Global Community Cultivating Change Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities to achieve greater levels of food self-reliance through the promotion of kitchen gardening, home-cooking, and sustainable local food systems.
- Local Harvest – Real Food, Farmers, & Community The best organic food is what’s grown closest to you. Use our website to find farmers’ markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area, where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and many other goodies.
Family Resources
- American Academy of Pediatrics Dedicated to Health of Children
- American Association of Poison Control Centers
- American Council on Exercise A nonprofit organization committed to enriching quality of life through safe and effective exercise and physical activity.
- American Red Cross Water Safety
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Vaccines and Immunizations
- Explore your America National Recreation Sites Discover which parks, forests, lakes, museums, and other recreation sites
- Fire Safety An Information Resource for Families
- Help Protect Privacy Online
- National Gallery of Art Adventures with Art and Families
- Parenting & Child Development Family Fun, Vacation, Parenting, Crafts, Recipes and more
- Single Parent Travel a great educator, single parents deserve to travel well too.
- UV Index/SunWise/US EPA he UV Index, developed by the National Weather Service and EPA, indicates the strength of solar UV radiation on a scale from 1 (low) to 11+ (extremely high). You can use the UV Index to take appropriate sun-protective behaviors and avoid overexposure to U
Creative Resources
- Creative Commons
- Etsy Buy and Sell Things Homemade
- Kickstarter is a funding platform for artists, designers, filmmakers, musicians, journalists, inventors, explorers…
- Library of Congress
- National Endowment for the Arts
- Online Publishing Tools
- Spotted Canary a resource where creative crafting ideas take flight!
- The American Society of Composers Authors and Publishers
Nature and Environmental Resources
- American Solar Energy Society Established in 1954, the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is the nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the use of solar energy.
- Local Governments of Sustainability Climate Protection and Sustainability
- National Center for Electronics Recycling Recycling of used electronics in the U.S
- Oceana North America is the largest international organization working solely to protect the world’s oceans.
- Online Guide to Birdwatching Most comprehensive resource for North American birds, bird watching, and bird conservation.
- Solar Electric Power Association Resource for information about solar technologies, policies, and programs
- Surfrider Foundation Ocean Water Quaility
- The Good Human Tips and resources for sustainability, environment, and being green.
- US Environmental Protection Agency Science Technology Laws and Regulations
- Walk Score Find a Walkable Place to Live and/or Visit
Education Resources
- College Board For students parents professionals
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid Application for student aid college university
- National Merit Scholoarship Schools Learning Merit
- National Register of Historic Places Features a searchable database of properties listed on the National Register, educational and informational resources on American history and historic places.
- The Lunch Box Healthy Tools For All Schools
- The National Student Exchange a not-for-profit education consortium, provides affordable and practical opportunities for students enrolled at member campuses to study and live in a new location. NSE students have found their exchanges culturally enriching, academically rewarding, and
- US Department of Education Funding Policy Research Educational Loans
Business Resources
- Corporate Kids Events Make your Event Family Friendly
- Dress for Success
- Hoovers Business Solutions
- Small Business Administration
- The RiteSite For Executive Recruiters and Executive Jobs. A Global Exchange Where Management Talent and Opportunity Meet
Travel Resources
- Flight Stats
- Gas Buddy Find Local Gas Prices
- Google Maps
- International Airport Guide
- National Weather Service Pacific Tsunami Warning Center
- Passport/Visa Information
- Safe International Road Travel Assisting travelers to manage road risks and by inspiring action throughout the world to improve road safety.
- SubWay Bus Directions
- Transportation Security Administration
- Travelers Health
- Universal Currency Converter
- Urban Rail
- US Border Patrol
- US Department of State
- Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative
- World Health Organizations
Travel Checklist
Is my Travel Documentation Up to Date
ID-Drivers License
Passport
Visa
Photocopies of Travel Documentation
Approximate Length of Travel
Financial Consideration
Currency
Exchange Rates
Cash
Credit Cards
Debt Cards
Transportation
Airplane
Bus
Train
Boat
Car
Rental Car
Guide Books
How Recent Books have been published?
Itineraries
How planned do I need to be?
Organize Everything or plan as we go?
Lodging
To book or not to book?
Stay in one place or jump around?
Quality or Quantity?
Hotel, B&B, Condo, Hostel, Exchange?
Location - Close to Beach, Tourist Attractions, View, Restaurants, etc...
What Language do the People Speak Where I am Traveling
Translation Books
Translation Electronics
Health
Immunizations
Travel Insurance
Travel First Aid Kit - DIY or Purchase pre-made for you specific needs.
Safety
If camping: Outdoor Survival Kit
Bureau of Consular Affairs Website
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