For the Children: Let your creative juices flow in flood safety poster contest

From News 8 Austin, February 11, 2009...

Recent rains put only a small dent in the exceptional Central Texas drought. Will this one end with a flood like so many dry spells before?

History suggests it might, and young artists are encouraged to let their imaginations run wild in depicting this top Texas weather hazard.

Located in an area known as Flash Flood Alley, the City of Austin says residents should prepare now for that next flood and they want your help in creating the message.

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Hey, Kids! Doodle 4 Google! Win Prizes!

From Fast Company, February 3, 2009...

Any kid who’s ever been intrigued with Google’s playful holiday logo-decorating antics can now get in the act–with the potential for winning lots of loot for the best efforts.

Appearing on the Today Show, Marisa Mayer, Google’s chief experience officer, announced the second annual contest to redesign Google's logo for a day. This year's competition encourages kids in grades K-12 to riff on the topic of “What I Wish for the World.” The top four designs, along with 40 regional winners, will be featured in an exhibit at New York’s Cooper-Hewitt Museum, a partner in the project.

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