Meaningful Movies Presents “Peter’s Place: A Community Spirit Village – Mon, Mar 8th *Online*
This locally produced film by Dennis Daneau documents the recently completed Community Build Project, a grassroots effort to build 12 wooden tents for unsheltered residents in Jefferson County, Washington. The new village is called Peter’s Place and rests on the property of the Community United Methodist Church in Port Hadlock. It is the hope of the filmmaker that this inspirational film will show the way forward to others taking action to build sheltering communities of their own.
Please register here. After the film we’ll be joined by panelists for discussion. You can find more information on the Community Build Project hereand on their Facebook page.
Time: 6:30 pm Location: Online
COVID-19 Update on Mon, Mar 8th *Update*
The Weekly COVID-19 update with Jefferson County Public Health Officer, Dr. Thomas Locke. To watch live or recorded videos of the entire 9 a.m. Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting, including the 9:45 a.m. COVID-19 update, go to the website for videos of meetings. You can choose “Streaming Live” or, if viewing later, “Recorded.” You can also listen liveto Dr. Locke on KPTZ or later in the KPTZ archives.
Climate and Energy Forum: Federal Climate Legislation – Wed, Mar 10th *Online*
Come learn about climate action in the 2021 Legislative session from:
– Derek Kilmer, US Representative, 6th District
– Maria Cantwell, US Senator, WA State (Invited)
This Climate Town Hall will include strong advocates for climate action on Bainbridge Island. Rep. Kilmer will provide an update on federal climate legislation and take questions from attendees.
Join with this Zoom Link. For more information, gohere.
Sponsored by: Local 20/20, Climate Action Bainbridge, Sustainable Bainbridge, Citizens Climate Lobby, EcoAdapt,, and Olympic Climate Action
Time: 5:00 – 6:00 pm Location: Online
Jefferson County Master Gardeners Presents “Growing Blueberries” – Thurs, Mar 11th *Online*Jefferson County Master Gardeners will host “Growing Blueberries” by Janet Albin, the co-operator of Finnriver Farms Home Farm, a 33-acre organic farm on Chimacum Creek. In this talk Janet will discuss blueberry physiology, variety and site selection, nutrient and cultural needs as well as pest and disease issues. To register on Zoom, go here. For more information regarding Master Gardeners educational sessions visit their website. .Time: 3-3:50 pm Location: Online
Jamestow S’Kallam THPO Presents Archaeology of the Sequim Prairie – Thurs, Mar 11th *Online*
The archaeological record of Sequim Prairie and its environs stretches back at least 14,000 years. We will look at some of the more significant sites in the Sequim area, and learn what these sites tell us about cultural adaptations to climate change and traditional ecological knowledge. For more information: call 360-681-4632 or email or check the website.
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm; Location: Online
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Local Food Systems Business Meetup – Thurs, March 11th *New* *Online*
Do you grow, process or sell food grown on the North Olympic peninsula? Do you like to eat and drink locally grown products? Do you provide business services that could be of value to food system businesses? Join the Olympic Peninsula Entrepreneur Network (OPEN) and your fellow local food producers, processors and consumers for a big-tent conversation about our local food system. Tell people about your local food business and discuss business needs and opportunities, with breakout rooms on specific topics such as access to capital, land protection, connecting buyers and sellers, and creating a more inclusive food system. You can join by registering here.
Time: 6-7 pm Location: Online
Local 20/20 Climate Action Outreach Meeting – Thurs, Mar 11th *Online*
Want to help educate the community on what we all can do related to reducing our carbon footprint? Attend our monthly meeting to learn more about what is currently planned, and add your ideas to the mix! Meetings are generally on the second Thursday of the month, from 3:00 – 5:00 pm. For the online meeting information, email Cindy.
Time: 3pm – 5pm Location: Zoom online
Future of Oceans Lecture – “What Can Puffins Tell Us About The Impact Of Climate Change On Marine Ecosystems?”- Sun, Mar 14th *Online*
The Port Townsend Marine Science Center continues it’s Future of Oceans lecture series by welcoming John F. Piatt, Ph.D. John’s talk will focus on Tufted Puffins in Alaska, how the composition of their diets reflects long-term cycles in marine climate, and how puffins and other seabirds reacted to the strong marine heatwave (“The Blob”) in 2014-2016. Free, get tickets here.
Time: 3 pm, Location: Zoom Online.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Course – Sun, Mar 14th *New* *Online*
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a mindfulness training program that helps us access and strengthen our own inner resources, to more actively engage in the moment, and find greater balance, ease, and peace of mind. MBSR is the original mindfulness course, has been exhaustively researched, and is considered to be the gold standard in mindfulness training. The 8 week Online Course Begins March 14th. Registration, pricing, and more information here or call: 360-316-6544 for more information.
Strait Up Magazine Seeking Submissions – Deadline Mon, Mar 15th *Online*
The magazine is looking for creative writing, art, and photography for their Spring/Summer 2021 issue; the deadline is March 15th. This local community magazine features all kinds of creative work, as well as nonfiction works reflecting current issues in Jefferson County. Strait Up is a print-only, bi-annual magazine that deepens connection to this place featuring diverse voices and content. Email with questions or submissions. If you haven’t read Strait Up yet, you can order a any of their four issues onlineor purchase the most recent issue at Aldrich’s, the Food Co-op, Chimacum Corner Farmstand, Finnriver, Imprint Books, or Mad Hatter & Co.
Local 20/20 Council Meeting – Wed, Mar 17th *Online*
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. If you’d like a virtual orientation, please email Marlow. For online meeting information, contact Mark.
Time: 4-6 pm Location: Zoom meeting
Jefferson Land Trust Conservation Breakfast – Thurs, Mar 18th *Online*
This is a chance to explore the wild green Quimper Wildlife Corridor that stretches across Port Townsend from Fort Worden to Middlepoint, and its impact on wildlife and the community. Nan Evans, of KPTZ’s Nature Now, will host conversations with special guest historians, naturalists, urban planners, health practitioners, community builders, and long-time corridor advocates. Conservation Breakfast 2021 will explore how far they’ve come in this community-driven protection story, and outline a bold vision for future protection. Free, RSVP here.
Time: 9-10:30 am Location: Online
Essential Wisdom for Solving Society’s Biggest Issues – Seminar Series Starts Thurs, Mar 18th *New* *Online*
This seminar helps people appreciate how we (a few of us) can facilitate all of us to face and solve our most pressing impossible-seeming issues, like global climate change or the rise of authoritarianism at national levels. Five elements of “Essential Wisdom” are considered in the seminar: 1) Facilitation: how we (just us) can spark systems to transform themselves; 2) Choice-creating; 3) Dynamic Facilitation; 4) The Wisdom Council Process; 5) Society’s Breakthrough. This free online five session seminar begins on Thursday March 18th and continues weekly for the following 4 Thursdays. Sign up at the Adult Learning site for Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. For more information see www.WiseDemocracy.org.
Time: 10:30 – 12:00
March History Happy Hour: Historic Photography – Fri, Mar 19th *Online*Bartenders Sophia Elan and Alexander Moats as well as Jefferson County Historical Society’s Ellie DiPietro for a history-steeped happy hour. Mix up a thematic cocktail with the bartender-led tutorial (non-alcoholic versions too!), then enjoy your drink as they share some fun facts about the history of photography in Jefferson County. First, a whirlwind journey through the history of photography. Next you’ll learn about photo re-touching before Photoshop, discuss how photography is used in research, and get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the more interesting photographs in the JCHS Collection.You can register herefor free. They will then send you the Zoom link to tune in, as well as a list of ingredients for the drinks. A recording of the program will be available to all registered participants, so if you can’t make the date but would like to see the program, be sure to register! If you’re able, please consider supporting JCHS by becoming a member.
Time: 5:00 – 6:00 pm Location: Online
Port Townsend Marine Science Center Benefit Auction – Wed, Mar 24th *Online*
Join the Port Townsend Marine Science Center (PTMSC) for their virtual live auction, title “You, Me & The Salish Sea”. It features updates on PTMSC happenings and how it has changed lives, tantalizing live auction items, music, and silent auction items. Register for the live auction by noon March 24th. Register anytime for the silent auction ((runs for a week starting March 17). View the auction items here. Questions? Contact them at (360) 385-5582, or info@ptmsc.org.
An Oral History Radio Broadcast–In Their Own Words: Mill Workers Past and Present – Tuesday, Mar 30th *New*
The Jefferson County Historical Society and the Port Townsend Public Library are teaming up with the City of Port Townsend, the Port Townsend Paper Mill, KPTZ 91.9, the Swan School, and other partners have been presenting a suite of programming this winter all about the Mill. Tune in to this free program and join JCHS Executive Director Shelly Leavens for a one-hour broadcast featuring curated oral histories from the JCHS collection. Special thanks to interviewer Pam Clise for her support in collecting these stories.
You can explore all the upcoming Paper Mill programs on the JCHS website.
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM Location: KPTZ 91.9 FM
Online Farmers Market Store Opens Tues, Mar 30th *New*
Shop with 35+ farm, food, and art vendors through the JCFM Online Store Tuesday evening through Thursday at 1pm. Nearly-contactless pickup at the Community Center entry, 10am-noon on Saturday. We’ve partnered to offer bicycle delivery, by PT Peddler, within Port Townsend. Visit our website for more details.
JCFM welcomes volunteers to assist with Market day set-up and take-down, or offering assistance to the organization in other ways. If you like to be physically active, would enjoy safely interacting with customers at the market, or just want to do some fix-it or office projects on your own time, you can visit their site here.
Register for the 2021 Virtual Beach Naturalists Training – Register by Thurs, Apr 8th *New**Online*Jefferson WSU Extension is partnering with Kitsap WSU Extension and WA Sea Grant to offer a 6-week Beach Naturalist trainingvia Zoom. You’ll learn from regional experts about Salish Sea marine habitats and species, restoration and conservation efforts, and community science opportunities. The virtual course will be offered 9:30am-12:30pm on Tuesdays and 12:30-2pm on Thursdays, April 13th – May 18th. Early bird cost: $70 ($75 after April 1st). Register here by April 8. Space is limited! Contact Monica for more information.
This is a subset of the full announcements. Read the full version, including Community Notices and Resiliency Readings.
