This Week
Conservation Breakfast 2026: “Creating Hope Through Action” – Mon, Mar 9th
Join Jefferson Land Trust for this virtual gathering to hear Terry Tempest Williams, acclaimed author, educator, conservationist, and activist as she discusses the importance of finding grace and meaning in the natural world during uncertain times, exploring themes of climate change, mortality, and human connection through encounters with ordinary, often overlooked elements of nature. Williams’ personal and contemplative work encourages readers to pay attention to the sacredness of life through small moments, each offering a path to hope.
This event is free; donations are encouraged. Click here to register today.
Time: 9 – 10:30am | Location: Online, see registration for details.
What Happens When You Flip the Switch? – Wed, Mar 11th *New*
Join a tour of our community owned electrical grid—Jefferson Public Utility District (JPUD).
Electricity is the lifeblood of modern life, but most have a limited understanding of the miracle has happens to enable the lights to come on whenever we choose. Visit elements of our electrical grid and learn from experts from JPUD. Jemeson Hahn, JPUD Digital Communications Specialist, will lead the tour. Other JPUD electrical grid experts will join and explain their areas of specialization. For more information, and to register, contact Gary Nelson by email or by phone at 360-531-2395.
Time: 9am – 12pm | Location: starts at Community United Methodist Church, 130 Church Lane, Port Hadlock
DIY Tool Maintenance Clinic – Sat, Mar 14th *New*
Dust off the dirt, sharpen your shovels, and lubricate your loppers in preparation for the Spring 2026 growing season! Learn to maintain your own tools from seasoned helpers at this hands-on clinic. Bring your work gloves to the party!
This free event is co-sponsored by Food Bank Growers and Quimper Grange, and is open to the public.
Time: 10am – 1pm | Location: Quimper Grange – 1219 Corona St, Port Townsend
Friends of Fort Worden Work Party – Sat, Mar 14th *New*
We are nipping Scotch Broom in the BUD!
Bring – Water, gloves, clippers. We’ll provide the weed wrenches and maybe some donuts.
Discover pass required.
More info. Questions?
Time: 9 – 11:30am | Location: Fort Worden – Battery Hill parking lot
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: A Marmot on Marmot Pass by Beverly McNeil
For the full set of announcements, including Upcoming Events, Recurring Events, Community Notices, Community Resources, and Resilience Readings, see here.
