This Week
Emergency Preparedness Talks: Personal Preparedness in 12 Easy Steps – Thu, Jan 15th *New*
Start the new year with a plan! Emergency preparedness doesn’t have to feel hard or scary. You’ll learn how small monthly steps can help you stay safe and ready.
The Department of Emergency Management (DEM) will share its Prepare in a Year guide and help you begin—or continue—your preparedness journey.
Sign-up here to save your spot. Send email with any questions.
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm | Location: the Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Avenue, Port Hadlock
Marine Science Trivia Night with PTMSC – Thu, Jan 15th
Convene your team and come enjoy a fun night with marine facts, cider, and food! There will be 4 rounds of marine trivia sure to both challenge and amaze you! Teams are encouraged to wear PTMSC apparel, marine inspired apparel, and/or Finnriver apparel to the event. Entry fee: sliding scale ($5 – $20 per team) with a limit of 6 people per team.
There will be prizes for the winning team! Learn more at the event web page, contact Hillary Sanders with any questions. All proceeds benefit the Port Townsend Marine Science Center.
Time: 5:30 – 8pm | Location: Finnriver Farm & Cidery, Chimacum
Growing Practices for a Resilient Edible Garden – Sat, Jan 17th *New*
The second installment of the 2026 Yard & Garden lecture series will feature Marni Sorin, garden educator at Tilth Alliance and organic gardener. Marni will discuss techniques for supporting soil health, strategies and tools to adapt to changing weather patterns and ways that gardens can help mitigate the effects of climate change. The Yard & Garden lecture series is a fundraising and educational community event hosted by the Jefferson County Master Gardener Foundation and Washington State University Jefferson County Extension. Buy tickets here. Upcoming lectures:
Jan. 24, Kathleen Wolf: Rooted in Research: How Urban Forests Sustain Us
Jan. 31, Lisa Taylor: Designing for Drought: Waterwise Designs with Native Plants
Feb. 7, Steve Hampton: Backyard Sanctuaries: Gardening for Birds and Biodiversity
Feb. 14, Jenny Glass: Working with Nature: Smarter, Safer Pest Management
Time: multiple dates Jan 10th-Feb 14th, 10am – 12pm | Location: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 4907 Landes St., Port Townsend
qatáy Prairie Weed Warriors Work Party – Sat, Jan 17th *New*
Volunteers will tackle digging Orchard grass from the preserve, searching for and replanting small bulbs, and composting the grass. Be sure to dress for the weather, bring warm gloves and favourite digging tools. Heavy rain or wind cancels. Healthy snacks and warm beverages will be available. Tools and gloves are available to use. Enjoy spending some time on the Prairie Preserve at Camas Prairie Park! Meet at the kiosk near the parking lot. Questions? Send email.
Time: 10am – 12pm | Location: Kah Tai Prairie Preserve at Camas Prairie Golf Park, 1948 Blaine St, Port Townsend
Puffins: Beloved Sentinels of Ocean Health – Sun, Jan 18th
In this presentation, you will find out why puffins are among the most successful seabird species breeding in the Northern Hemisphere, and how they thrive in remote ocean wildernesses. You will also learn about their “Achille’s heel”, and what is currently the greatest threat to their survival. Presenter John Piatt is a seabird scientist whose career began at seabird colonies in Newfoundland and spanned 37 years with the U.S. Department of the Interior studying seabirds in Alaska. Retired from public service in 2024, John is now director of the World Puffin Congress, a nonprofit ocean education organization based in Port Townsend. This event is FREE – Thanks to the Darrow Family for their ongoing support.
Time: 3 – 4pm | Location: Wheeler Theater at Fort Worden Historical State Park
Mindful Self-Compassion After School Program – Enrollment now open
The Benji Project is offering a Winter After School Mindful Self Compassion Program at the Jefferson County Library for 11-14 year olds. The program will take place on Wednesday afternoons for 8 weeks starting February 4 and ending on April 1 with a break on February 18. Discover mindful self-compassion through art, games, and reflection. Explore ways to navigate the ups and downs of life through fun activities in a supportive community. Register here.
Time: Wednesday afternoons | Location: Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Ave, Port HadlockCalling Local
Photographers!
Local 20/20 Weekly Announcements invites local photographers to submit images that capture the character of our community and its natural setting. For the opening photo of each weekly email (which is also posted to our website), we seek local color, horizontal (“landscape”) orientation, and jpeg format. Please no children, pets, or recognizable faces. Kindly email your photos, including your name in the jpeg filename. If you’re sending multiple images, please send one per email. We are an all-volunteer non-profit, so compensation for your talent and generosity is a photo credit and our profound thanks.
Photo: Point Hudson Winter Morning by Bill Wise
For the full set of announcements, including Upcoming Events, Recurring Events, Community Notices, Community Resources, and Resilience Readings, see here.
