PREPARE! You Are the Epicenter of Change.
Friday, March 4, 2011 at 12:02AM
Fabian Lewkowicz in Santa Monica Red Cross

Red Cross of Santa Monica Board Member Dr. Gabriel Crenshaw helps Dana Johnson put on a two person disaster backpack kit during the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region and the Red Cross of Santa Monica's interactive, high tech exhibit called “PREPARE! You Are the Epicenter of Change,” at Good Works Space within Zero Minus Plus in Fred Segal on Thursday, March 3, 2011. The exhibit focuses on how disaster preparedness begins with the individual, who then brings in family members, friends, businesses and even pets. Throughout the exhibit, visitors are linked to different preparedness information, including how to make a disaster kit, where to register for CPR and first aid courses and instructional information from the Red Cross and its partners. The Good Works Space hosts worthy causes, fundraisers and special events in a dedicated space that presents ideas, interactive demonstrations and inspiration presentations throughout the year.  “The people who will view this exhibit will leave more disaster ready than when they arrived,” said Darrylynn Kaun, creator of the Good Works Space.   With Southern California Los Angeles representing over 25 percent of the national risk for earthquakes, it’s important for residents to take the necessary action to protect family and community in the event of a disaster. The exhibit runs through March 31. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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