This Week
MLK Day Beach Grass Pull – Mon, Jan 16th
Pull beachgrass to save moths! The sand verbena moth only lives in a few places in the world, including Fort Worden State Park. This moth is dependent on the sand verbena wildflower, which is being pushed out by invasive beachgrass. Bring work gloves if you want them, and make sure to dress for the weather! We have limited tools, so please bring your own shovels of pitchforks if you have them. Snacks will be provided! Register here for the annual MLK service day of the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. If you have questions, email Hadley.
Time: 12:00 – 3:00 PM | Location: Port Townsend Marine Science Center, 532 Battery Way, Fort Worden State Park.
Local 20/20 Citizens Healthcare Access Group Meets – Mon, Jan 16th
Local 20/20’s Citizens Healthcare Access Group (CHA) is a long running forum of people from the community concerned about healthcare access in Jefferson County. Discussion topics include charity care issues at the hospital, Legislative actions supporting local healthcare, public health issues, dental care, mental health and more. There is no membership needed, the public is welcome. To join, contact prof.angelagyurko@gmail.com for the Zoom link to the meeting along with historical background on the group.
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM | Location: Zoom
Local 20/20 Council Meeting – Fri, Jan 20th
This month’s meeting is moved to a different date due to conflicts. (It is normally the 3rd Wed of the month). The monthly Local 20/20 Steering Council meeting is open to all and welcomes those interested in active involvement in Local 20/20 leadership. Newcomers are always welcome. For a virtual orientation to Local 20/20 or for online meeting information, contact us at info@l2020.org.
Time: 4-6:00 PM | Location: Online
Youth Quilting Clinic – Sat, Jan 21st
Jefferson County 4-H is partnering with Quilts of Valor to offer a 2-day youth quilting clinic. The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor. The Quilts of Valor Under Our Wings program is an exciting opportunity for youth to learn the art and skill of quilting, the joy of performing community and national service, and the honor of awarding the Quilt of Valor to a local service member or veteran. Guided by experienced Under Our Wings mentors, beginning quilters will make their own Quilts of Valor for service members in their communities. This clinic is open to youth ages 14-18, with an interest in sewing and quilting. No sewing experience required. All supplies and equipment are provided. Space is limited and pre-registration is required here. Contact Sarah at (360 397-5610 if you have questions. Day 1: An Introduction to Quilting meets Saturday January 21st from 10 – 2 at the WSU Extension Classroom, 121 Oak Bay Rd., Port Hadlock-Irondale. Day 2: Quilts of Valor Annual Sew Day meets Saturday February 4th from 9-4 at the American Legion. 209 Monroe St, Port Townsend.
Lecture: “Recovering Pinto Abalone” – Sun, Jan 22th
Josh Bouma of Puget Sound Restoration Fund is the next speaker in the Future of Oceans Lecture Series of the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. In 2019, the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife listed Pinto abalone as a state endangered species. Puget Sound Restoration Fund leads a collaboration of recovery partners aiming to rebuild stocks to self-sustaining levels. A primary restoration strategy is the introduction of cultured juveniles into the wild; partners including WDFW, NOAA, the PTMSC, Seattle Aquarium, the University of Washington, Western Washington University and others have developed and implemented a conservation aquaculture program responsibly producing abalone progeny for outplanting. Over the past decade, partners have carefully released 45,000 genetically diverse, healthy Pinto abalone to 28 restoration sites in the San Juan Archipelago, setting the stage for scaled up recovery efforts to save this iconic species.
Time: 3:00 PM | Location: Fort Worden Chapel
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