Banned.

So, we have been talking a lot about how important social media is around here...but, have you ever considered it to be a potential life saver?

I just read an article about the awful mudslides taking place in China right now - 1500 people are dead and various others are missing. Sad.

The article suggested that social media is now a reliable source for responding to emergency requests...makes sense to me! Afterall, the very first thing I did after I felt my house in Oakville shake last month (remember that little earthquake?) was go on twitter. I found various friends, and people that I follow, tweeting and re-tweeting information, questions etc. It amazes me how fast information can travel.

Now, did you know that the Chinese government have banned the use of Google (what!?!), Facebook and Twitter?

Woah.
As mentioned in the article, here are some examples of when social media saved the day...
"•In Australia, two girls were trapped in a storm drain. They updated their Facebook statuses, and a classmate saw the news and contacted help.

•In Atlanta, a man tweeted about a woman needing medical assistance. He entered the exact intersection, and emergency services responded.

•In Canada, a woman was trapped under rubble from an earthquake. She texted for help, thereby alerting authorities."
Social media is truly an amazing tool, and it can save lives.

China, what are you doing?!?!?!

Happy Friday!
-- Becky :)

Creativity Workshop at Huntsville Public Library

Ruth Cassie's enthusiasm to share her talent, humour, and creativity is infectious. She demonstrated to young people just how much fun it can be to communicate your ideas though music. Performing songs from her debut album - Ivan Blackbird's Story - she also discussed her influences, her creative process, and also provided insights to various aspects of the music industry.  It was a treat for all in attendance. Ruth is a true creative inspiration to us all!
   

Shift.

It has been quite a busy week here at Creative Paths Headquarters!

As I have mentioned previously, we have been planning the SHIFT Conference which is taking place on October 29th 2010 at the Rene Caisse Theatre in Bracebridge.

We are really excited that we have secured a name, a speaker and some great community partners! It is time for a creativity SHIFT in Muskoka...don't ya think? Oh boy!

If you have any interest in getting involved with the SHIFT Conference, send me an e-mail at becky@creativepathsmuskoka.org...

Details to come (soon)! Cheers!

-- Becky :)

Masterpiece.

Just a little inspiration for you on this lovely Friday afternoon!

Happy weekend! Enjoy the sunshine.

-- Becky :)

Are you?

Check out this great article HERE answering the question "Are You Part of the Creative Class?"... what do you think?

"There are many paths to join the creative class. Membership is open."

Speaking of creativity, we have some exciting updates to share soon in regards to our conference happening in the fall... isn't it lovely when things start coming together?

Oh boy, I can't wait to spill the beans!

-- Becky :)

Innovative Youth!

I saw this headline '15-Year-Old Turns 1972 VW Beetle Into Electric Car' this morning and was quite intrigued.

Now here we have a teenager from Oregon who really knows how to be creative, innovative and is an 'outside of the box' thinker!

I really wish he could make a whole bunch of these and get it on the market. I would be first in line to make the purchase (...if I could afford it).

Check out the whole story HERE!

-- Becky :)

Revitalizing Downtown!

I am currently sitting in the hustling & bustling Huntsville library. We are running a creativity workshop here today with Ruth Cassie from 12 - 1 p.m. for TEENS.

I don't have too much time for blogging, but I came across THIS article in the Globe and Mail this morning.

Interesting stuff.

Hope your weekend was long and fabulous!

-- Becky :)