What better way to encourage people you know to participate in TURNOFF WEEK, in ways they can do it, without feeling too much pressure.  Ask them to participate for one day.  For those who would find that impossible, ask them to give up one source of media, like television, or the video game. For those who even find that too hard, ask them to give up one application.

That is why we are calling for everyone to join us for two events during the April TURNOFF WEEK (April 20-26).  Both events will take place on Saturday, April 25th.  Both require your own personal fortitude, but can be organized if you want to take the lead in your family or community.

1.  The Great American TWEET-OFF to take place on Saturday, April 25th.  Getting people to stay off of Twitter for just ONE day and get outside.  Take the day to speak with real people in real time about anything at all...but don't do it in 140 characters!  Since we won't be Twittering during TURNOFF WEEK, we won't know if we have a meaningful impact, but the real challenge is to get people you know to join in...We are only talking about one day.

2.  THE BIG RIDE.  We hope everyone who has a set of self-powered wheels, including bicycles, scooters, skates and the like, will get out and go as far as they can.  Have a picnic lunch and spend the day with family, friends and neighbors.  Take over the neighborhood and enjoy a day of physical activity, good food and good friends...This too will take place on Saturday, April 25th...one of the many things you can do to keep you away from Twitter for the day.

PLEASE, let us know if you can participate in any of these events, tell us your story and put it on our FORUM pages.  Others get motivated when YOU tell your story.

Remember it is not too late to order your TURNOFF WEEK materials right here on line...All materials ordered in April will be good for the September TURNOFF WEEK as well.  Your support is very much appreciated.