April 18, 2012

A program that uses music to help reach victims of Alzheimer’s disease is getting its own showcase by way of a documentary film. Music & Memory is a non-profit group that raises money to provide iPods to dementia victims so they can listen to familiar music. The amazing results are featured the documentary entitled “Alive Inside” that opens this week in New York. Source Link

Earth Day on Sunday will mark the debut of the next generation of energy-efficient light bulbs when a new LED bulb goes on sale. The 60-watt equivalent bulb that won a government design contest uses a quarter of the energy, gives off a pleasing light and will last for 20 years. It isn’t easy on the wallet, but some utilities are offering rebates that will cut the $50 price tag. Source Link

Digging for spare change has never been easier with a new Canadian quarter that glows in the dark. The coin features an engraving of a dinosaur that’s treated with a special photo-luminescent chemical that won’t wear off. But don’t expect to find one of these quarters in your spare change -- the new coin is a special edition that’s priced at $29.95. Source Link