Tag Archives: Berkeley




Could Cellphones Cause Brain Tumors?

The city of Berkeley passed a cellphone safety law, but scientists still aren't convinced of the cancer link
Posted on September 7, 2015 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Cellphones have become an essential part of our communications with one another, but some worry about their longterm effects. No, we’re not talking about society’s lack of face-to-face contact. Some scientists are worried our cellphone habit is giving us cancer. … Continue reading →

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How Can We Plan A Memorial Service? An Interview with Rabbi Sara Shendelman

Rabbi Sara Shendelman discusses the services she offers for people planning a memorial service for a loved one
Posted on February 15, 2014 by Zoë Byrne (Editor in Chief, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds speaks with Rabbi Sara Shendelman, a rabbi and cantor as well as a former ordained minister. Currently based in Berkeley, California, she officiates all types of weddings and conducts memorial services, both interfaith and Jewish, for individual families. … Continue reading →

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How Can We Support the Aging and Elderly? An Interview with Andrew Gaines

Executive Director Andrew Gaines shows us how Ashby Village can support independent living for the elderly through community support
Posted on January 25, 2014 by Christopher Hewitt (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds speaks with Andrew Gaines, Executive Director for Ashby Village, a community and volunteer organization for the elderly or aging in Berkeley, CA. After serving as Executive Director for Earthdance in the 1990’s, Andrew guided the development of several multi-family … Continue reading →

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