Join the Nelda Swiggett Quintet on November 15th for a unique multimedia jazz performance that connects audiences emotionally to the realities of climate change and carries a message of hope . You may have attended “The Alaska Suite” concert by the same composer in 2023, they are back for a second tour with an all new concert! This performance utilizes … Read the rest
In the Local 20/20 column in the July 16, 2025 Port Townsend Leader, Angela Gyurko and Bear Belle share a broader perspective on our local water and how we all can reconnect with it.
By Bear Belle and Angela Gyurko
We turn a handle and water flows, covering our hands as we wash them, disappearing down the drain. Most … Read the rest
In the Local 20/20 column in the May 28th Port Townsend Leader, Tracy Grisman describes the various costs and processes associated with collecting, transporting and disposing of our garbage. The article also notes that curbside service instead of self-hauling reduces congestion and costs at the facility, as well as reduces the carbon footprint of our solid waste. And she … Read the rest
In the Local 20/20 column in the April 16th Earth Day section of the Port Townsend Leader, Laura Tucker described the challenges of, and changes to, recycling of glass in Jefferson County. And she shares some possible long term solutions, as well as ideas on how to reuse your glass, plus notes Local 20/20’s L2020.org/glass page that lists local … Read the rest
In the March 12 Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader, Cyndy Bratz discusses the environmental impact of gas/diesel vehicles as compared to EVs, and references an NPR article that covers that topic.
Are Gas/Diesel Vehicles Worse for the Environment than EVs?
By Cynthia Bratz
Are gas vehicles worse for the environment than electric vehicles? That is a question … Read the rest
With the local changes in glass recycling, it is a good opportunity to see how you can reduce your purchase of new glass. Local 20/20 has been compiling a list of local businesses that can take back or refill glass containers, or that carry bulk items often purchased in glass. You can see the current list at l2020.org/glass. And … Read the rest
In the February 19, 2025 Local 20/20 Column in the Port Townsend Leader, Tracy Grisman describes the Artist in Residence and Educational Program and how one can get involved.
Creating Out of the Box While Playing Nice in the Sandbox
by Tracy Grisman
“The design of garbage should become the great public design of our age. I am … Read the rest
As the year came to a close, the Local 20/20 Steering Council took time to reflect on how we continue to fulfill our mission of “Working together to foster a regenerative, sustainable, resilient, equitable, and inclusive community In Jefferson County through action and education.”
Committed to inclusiveness, the Steering Council undertook an examination of our social justice focus facilitated by … Read the rest
