This Week
Workshop: Do-It-Yourself Simple Furniture Repair – Tues, Jul 9th
Does your stool have a broken leg? Is your side table wobbly? Or does your wooden chair need gluing? Bring along your simple furniture repairs and get guidance on how to repair it yourself! Tools, supplies, and expertise will be available to answer questions and support you through the repair process! Please limit your item to something that can be hand-carried for this workshop. To ensure availability of the appropriate supplies, please pre-register for this workshop by completing the form found at this link. Bring along gloves and safety glasses, if you have them. Please wear closed-toe shoes for this workshop. This is a drop-in workshop so feel free to come and go as you please, but do allow yourself enough time to complete the project you are working on. Sponsored by the Port Townsend Marine Science Center (PTMSC), which welcomes participants ages 12 and up to this event. For participants under the age of 18, PTMSC requires emergency contact information and this completed liability waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Email this form to Mandi, or bring a signed hard copy on the day of the event. More information here.
Time: 10 am – 2 pm | Location: “Repair It!” Exhibit in the Flagship Landing Building, 1001 Water St, Port Townsend
Climate Cafe – Tues, Jul 9th
Feeling overwhelmed by the climate crisis? Come to a climate cafe, a welcoming space for people concerned about the climate crisis and its impact at all levels. With a focus on feelings, a climate cafe is a safe space for people to share their emotions. Talking with others helps build emotional resilience in uncertain times. The cafe is a structured, facilitated group space for reflection. Discussion will be facilitated by Karen Richards, LMFT, a climate-aware therapist from Hearth Natural Medicine, and Allison Krizner, MA, holistic coach and grief counselor. Space is limited. $10 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds. Sign up online at Hearth Natural Medicine (navigate to Book Appointment and choose Climate Cafe) or call (360) 390-5844.
Time: 6 – 7:30 pm | Location: Hearth Natural Medicine, 112 Kala Square Pl, Suite 2, Port Townsend
Primary Election Candidate Forums – Tues, Jul 9th, and Thurs, Jul 11th
The League of Women Voters – Jefferson County, the League of Women Voters – Clallam County, and the North Olympic Library System are teaming up to host the primary election candidate forums for the 24th Legislative District (State Representative – Position 1 and State Senator). Links to the forums will be posted here and here. Media partner KPTZ 91.9 FM will simulcast the forums and livestream them here. The forum will also be recorded and linked on the websites of both Clallam and Jefferson Leagues of Women Voters. The forums will take place on Zoom. Note: A forum for candidates for State Representative – Position 2 will be held on July 18; see below.
Dates and Times:
July 9, 5:30 pm – candidates for State Representative, Position 1.
July 11, 7:00 pm – candidates for State Senator.
Center Valley Animal Rescue Summer Open House – Sat, Jul 13th
Join the Center Valley Animal Rescue (CVAR) for their annual Summer Open House! If you’ve been meaning to drop in and see what CVAR is all about, this is a great opportunity. Meet the CVAR team and their amazing animal residents during this special summer celebration. They will have tours, a bake sale, raffle, CVAR merch, and more! Parking is limited; please carpool if possible. For questions, call (360) 765-0598 or send email here.
Time: 11 am – 4 pm | Location: 11900 Center Rd, Quilcene
Bill Evans Somatic Dance & Movement Conference – Sat through Tues, Jul 13th through 16th
This international gathering of movement educators, therapists, and regular people who want to have a healthier and happier relationship with their own moving bodies will be held in Port Townsend for the second time. It consists of an opening keynote presentation/dinner, two full days of six one-hour-long sessions, two evening dance performances, and a closing morning keynote presentation. There will be classes (some participatory, some lecture) appropriate for people with no dance experience at every time slot. This is an opportunity to learn more about how your body has evolved to move and to meet fascinating people from around the U.S. and three other countries. Registration before June 15 includes the opening keynote dinner. Registration not including the dinner will continue until July 12. Fee to local residents is $135. Visit here or here for more information and to register. Questions: call (505) 280-6250.
Times: Various | Locations: Various Locations in Fort Worden State Park, Fort Worden Way, Port Townsend.
Outdoor Garden Concert: Dana Lyons – Sun, Jul 14th *New*
The Green Sanctuary Environmental Action Team is delighted to welcome singer/songwriter/environmental activist Dana Lyons for an outdoor concert in the garden at Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. (The concert will be moved indoors to the sanctuary in case of rain.) Don’t miss this special summer family-friendly community event! Dana is on tour with the release of his new album “Cracks in the Heartland.” Bring your own chair and water bottle. Cookies and light snacks will be provided. Admission is by donation: $15 – $25 (cash, check, VENMO, or credit card). Nobody will be turned away for lack of funds.
Time: 4 pm | Location: Garden at Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2333 San Juan Ave, Port Townsend
Kul Kah Han Native Plant Demonstration Garden Speaker Series – Sun, Jul 14th
Come learn about planting native plants in your home garden! The Kul Kah Han Native Plant Demonstration Garden is hosting a free bi-monthly speaker series focusing on the importance of planting native plants in your garden and the how-to’s of doing it! The July presentation of the series will be given by Fayla Schwartz from the Washington Native Plant Society-Olympic Chapter on “The Olympic Peninsula Vegetation Ecosystems.” Come rain or shine. There is limited seating, so please bring a lawn chair just in case! More information here. Email questions here.
Time: 1 – 2 pm | Location: Garden in the Salmon Shelter within H.J. Carroll Park, 9884 Rhody Dr, Chimacum
Benji Project Summer Camp for Youth – Mon through Fri, Jul 22nd – 26th
Discover mindful self-compassion through art, games, nature exploration, and reflection. Explore ways to navigate the ups and downs of life, through fun activities in a supportive community. This will be Pride Camp for Middle and High School LGBTQ+ Youth. Cost: $375; full scholarships available. Free transportation provided for south county residents. Send questions here. Register here.
Time: 10 am – 4 pm | Location: PT/Chimacum area, details provided upon registration
Downtown Port Townsend Walking Tours – Every Saturday in July and August
Jefferson County Historical Society (JCHS) is excited to announce the summer series of walking tours which offer unique insights into the rich history of Port Townsend, contextualized with topics that will resonate for both residents and visitors alike. There are two tour options: (1) “Vanishing Murals” (11 am) brings to life a selection of downtown “ghost murals,” providing insight into 19th and early 20th century businesses, products, advertisers, sign painters, typeface, and more; and (2) “Legends & Lore” (2 pm) dives into Port Townsend’s past through popular stories of lore, each paired with historical investigation illuminating how Port Townsend’s history is known – and what may always remain a mystery. The tours are every Saturday in July and August and last 90 minutes. Routes are less than a mile and are ADA accessible. Cost is $15 for JCHS members and $20 for non-members. More info and tickets here. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Can’t make it Saturdays? JCHS also offers private walking tours that can be arranged by reservation; click on this link. Email your questions here, or call (360) 385-1003 x 102.
Times: 11 am and 2 pm | Location: Jefferson County Historical Society Museum, 540 Water St, Port Townsend
Photo: Wheeler Theater, Fort Worden State Park, by Jeff Alford
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