This Week
Jefferson Marine Resources Committee Meeting – Tue, Feb 3rd *New*
The Jefferson Marine Resources Committee is a county advisory board that meets monthly to discuss local marine resource issues. Public attendance and voices are welcome! This month’s guest speaker is Steve King from the City of Port Townsend, who will be speaking about marine resource topics at the city’s Public Works Department.
Time 5:30 – 7:30pm | Location: Pavilion Building, 355 Hudson St, Port Townsend
Local 20/20 Climate Group – Thu, Feb 5th
The Local 20/20 Climate Group meets monthly, on the first Thursday, in person or online. The group is focused on both reducing greenhouse gas emissions and preparing for climate impacts.
We will discuss ongoing projects, new ideas, etc. Send email for more details, including location or online link.
Time: 5 – 6:30pm | Location: email for details
Benji Project Fundraiser: Festival of Hearts – Sat, Feb 7th
Please join The Benji Project in community for this annual fundraiser and support the vision of young people thriving while navigating life’s ups and downs with resilience. This year’s Festival of Hearts offers a very special afternoon centered around the sense of sound. Explore the mindfulness practice of listening to natural sounds, with the inspiration of Northwest birdsong. Experience a bird-inspired musical offering, with special guests from the Port Townsend Symphony Orchestra. Chef Arran Stark will serve an elegant tasting plate, along with craft beverages from local purveyors. Visit the website to learn more.
Time: 2 – 5pm | Location: Northwest Maritime Center at 431 Water Street, Port Townsend
Backyard Sanctuaries: Gardening for Birds and Biodiversity – Sat, Feb 7th *New*
The fourth installment of the Jefferson County Master Gardener Yard & Garden lecture series will feature avid birder and author Steve Hampton, who will walk attendees through how to attract a wide diversity of species by creating edge habitat in backyards, all the while navigating a variety of urban hazards and invasive species. 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:
Feb. 14, Jenny Glass: Working with Nature: Smarter, Safer Pest Management
Time: 10am – 12pm | Location: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 4907 Landes St., Port Townsend
Community Past Life Regression Experience – Sun, Feb 8th
This immersive journey offers participants the opportunity to explore subconscious memories, gain insight into recurring life patterns, deepen spiritual understanding, and receive personal messages for healing and integration. Participants are encouraged to bring comfort items such as a yoga mat, blankets, pillows, and anything else needed to create a cozy “nest” on the floor. No prior experience with hypnosis or regression is necessary. Register online for $80 if the cost is not prohibitive. If it is, any donation will be accepted at the door.
Time: 4:30 – 7pm | Location: Brigid’s Loft, Port Townsend
Calling 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: Heart-shaped knot at Fort Townsend State Park by Linda Burdick
For the full set of announcements, including Upcoming Events, Recurring Events, Community Notices, Community Resources, and Resilience Readings, see here.
