OAKLAND
The Dimond Improvement Association (DIA) has launched a community grants program to fund projects that advance its mission “to make Oakland’s Dimond district a vibrant, safe and beautiful place for everyone to live, work, shop and play.”
Oakland-based individuals and groups may apply for grants of up to $1,500. Projects may include, but are not limited to, physical installations and improvements, such as art and landscaping; educational, community engagement and service programs; and events. Projects must have a clear public benefit and have a direct impact on the Dimond district. Up to a total of $6,500 will be awarded in this round. Guidelines and an online application form are on the DIA website at dimondnews.org/grants. The due date for applications is Jan. 31. Awards will be announced mid-February and projects must be completed by February 2021. Email grants@dimondnews.org with any questions.
— DIA
PIEDMONT
Host a green, plastic-free party supported by the city
Help the earth by hosting a plastic-free party supported by the city of Piedmont, which strives to promote green practices at city offices and with the general public. A Piedmont family has volunteered to order and store World Centric products that can be purchased at a bulk discounted rate. Those include fiber-based foodware (paper plates and napkins) and certified compostable plastic cups and cutlery that can go into green cart organics. To make an order, contact Samantha Miller at sraquelmiller@gmail.com.
Eight-week mindfulness course for parents to start Feb. 2
A course in the elements of mindfulness is being offered for parents facilitated by Piedmont Unified School District board member Sarah Pearson. The course is an in-depth, community-based journey supporting parents in how to meet life’s demands with formal meditation techniques and mindfulness practices to navigate life’s journey.
The eight-week course runs Feb. 2 through March 29, meeting on Sundays from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. There will be a retreat March 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The program costs $250. For more information or to register contact srpear@gmail.com.
— Linda Davis, correspondent
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