Fostering a community of people (writers, editors, photographers and contributors) who share a passion for the arts.
Music, movies, tv shows, books, art, theatre and fashion.
We have no problem bringing (young) people out for hikes and social activities. But when you flip that and say how many of those people show up for conservation activities or for going down to the City Council (meeting), that is where the numbers drop off...
I think gas prices around here are pretty bad, and they affect you to the point of compromise. If it costs a lot to drive, you have to cut the fat somewhere. This isn`t going to be good for the local economy. For some people, every cent counts.