This Week
HSN Housing Happy Hour – Wed, Jan. 28th *New*
HHH is back! A space for casual community conversations around issues relating to housing affordability in Jefferson County. This month the conversation will be focused on “State Legislature”, and how state policy impacts local housing. Come be part of the solution, the last Wednesday of every month.
Send email with any questions.
Time: 4:30 – 6pm | Location: Social Fabric Brewing, 948 E Park Ave, Port Townsend.
Volunteer Orientation: Department of Emergency Management – Wed, Jan 28th
Join a community of volunteers working together to support a variety of emergency preparedness & response efforts in Jefferson County. Seeking volunteers interested in amateur/HAM radio, those with medical backgrounds (doctor, nurse, EMT, etc.), other emergency response (firefighters, Incident Command System) or other specialized skills. If you do not have any specialized experience, DEM can assist in finding the best program to fit your interests and experience. This is a great way to create connections & learn new skills. Sign-up here & join the 60 minute volunteer orientation to get started.
Time: 10am | Location: Dept of Emergency Management, 81 Elkins Rd, Port Hadlock
Dessert Auction Fundraiser for YMCA Building Futures Mentorship Program – Wed, Jan 28th *New*
The sweet things in life happen because of relationships. Build a strong foundation for youth by supporting Building Futures, the YMCA’s school-based mentoring program. Help close the funding gap for this important Jefferson County youth program and help keep mentoring relationships intact and growing throughout the school year. Find more information here.
Time: 5:30 – 7:30pm | Location: YMCA Gymnasium, 1919 Blaine Street, Port Townsend
Low Tide Walks At Night – Fri, Jan 30th
Find out what marine critters get up to after dark! Join us for a guided low tide walk led by PTMSC staff and volunteers. Please note, RSVP is required. Donations appreciated. Contact Carolyn Woods with any questions. Bring: Weather-appropriate clothing and footwear, flashlight and/or headlamp.
Time: 7 – 8:30pm | Location North Beach County Park, Port Townsend
Designing for Drought: Waterwise Designs with Native Plants – Sat, Jan 31st *New*
The fourth installment of the Jefferson County Master Gardener Yard & Garden lecture series will feature educator, consultant, and author Lisa Taylor. 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. 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
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 Hadlock
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: Double-crested Cormorant near the MSC pier by Beverly McNeil
For the full set of announcements, including Upcoming Events, Recurring Events, Community Notices, Community Resources, and Resilience Readings, see here.
