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Upcoming Events
A Beginner’s Guide to Seed Saving – Tue, Sep 9th *New*
This class is presented by Mado Most, WSU Seed Library. Now is the time to collect those vegetable seeds from your garden! Learn a variety of methods to collect, process and store your seeds for next year. Discover the pollination methods each plant needs to produce your delicious vegetable (or fruit) and apply them in your own garden. A hands-on component will allow participants to process a number of various seeds, with some take home for your next planting adventures!
Food For Thought is a free series offered by the Quimper Grange that examines ”all things food & growing” in our area. Doors open at 6:15. All are welcome – the Grange has ADA access.
Time: 6:30-7:30pm | Location: Quimper Grange, 1219 Corona Ave, Port Townsend
Friends of the East Jefferson County Trails Connections Public Meeting – Thu, Sep 11th *New*
Brian Wood from the WA Department of Transportation will speak about the State Initiative to Develop Cycling Highways. In the 2023-2025 biennium budget, the state included funds that could be used to develop cycle highways. Cycle highway networks make it easier for more people to bike, use micromobility or incorporate other forms of active travel, and to connect across communities. WSDOT has published the Phase 1 report of the Cycle Highways Action Plan. More information is available at the Cycle Highways Action Plan open house.
Time: 9am | Location Finnriver Farm & Cidery, Chimacum
Creating an Alpine Rock Garden: Challenges and Rewards – Thu, Sep 11th
Are you interested in spending some time learning new gardening skills in a miniature world? Consider the benefits of gravel gardens and the possibilities of a new palette of alpine plants. Longtime Master Gardener Sarah Fairbank will cover how to prepare the garden bed, including choosing the right exposure and soil mixture, what kind of gravel and rock to incorporate, and watering and maintaining the garden.
This talk is free and open to the public and sponsored by the Jefferson County Master Gardener Foundation and the WSU Master Gardener Program.
Time: 3-4pm | Location: WSU Extension classroom, Kivley Center, 97 Oak Bay Road, Port Hadlock
Interpreting Bird Behavior – Sat, Sep 13th *New*
Birds are constantly communicating about what’s happening in the environment through behavior and vocalizations. You, too, can learn the ancient skill of interpreting the voices and movements of birds!
Tuition: $45. Click here to learn more and register. Visit CedarRoot’s website for all 2025 adult and youth programs. Questions? Send email.
Time: 8 am – 12 pm | Location: Marrowstone Island
Speaker Series: Landscaping With Native Plants – Sat, Sep 13th
The presenter for this final installment in the series is Joe Holtrop, Jefferson County Conservation District Manager. This presentation will focus on the importance and benefits of planting native plants in the landscape and garden and will provide valuable information about nurturing these species in your home gardens. All talks will be held rain or shine! There is some seating in the shelter but feel free to bring a lawn chair
Time: 1-2pm | Location: Salmon Shelter at H.J. Carroll Park in 9884 Rhody Drive, Chimacum
NOSC Stream Stewards Course – Wed mornings, Sep 17th through Oct 15th
The Stream Stewards Program hosted by the North Olympic Salmon Coalition provides Jefferson and Clallam County residents with the opportunity to turn environmental knowledge into action. In this 5-week course, participants learn about stream ecology and restoration, salmon biology and habitats, riparian forests, tribal roles in restoration, and fisheries management. Connect with local natural resource experts in classroom sessions and field experiences and learn how to get involved in local efforts to steward and restore local watersheds. Course fee is $100. Learn more and register here.
Time: 9am-12:30pm for 5 weeks at various locations
Emergency Preparedness Talks: Introduction to Disaster Injuries & First Aid – Thu, Sep 18th *New*
Join JCDEM for an introduction to disaster first aid from the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC). Dave Codier, MRC Program Leader, will share an introduction to common injuries that occur in disaster situations, interventions available to the public and first aid supplies. There are some basic skills that can be accomplished by anyone that can save a life or prevent further injury. Sign up here to save your spot! Send email with any questions.
Time: 3:30 & 5:30pm | Location: the Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Avenue, Port Hadlock
Vegetation Zones of the Olympic Peninsula – Sat, Sep 20th
From crashing ocean waves to alpine peaks, the Olympic Peninsula is home to a stunning array of native plant communities. In this dynamic presentation, botanist Dr. Fayla Schwartz will guide you from west to east and sea level to summit, revealing how elevation, soil, moisture, and temperature shape each vegetation zone. Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or just plant-curious, you’ll walk away with a new appreciation for the Peninsula’s unique habitats—and maybe even a few new favorite species! Register here for this event.
Friends of Fort Flagler is a non-profit organization dedicated to the restoring, preserving and protecting the natural and historic resources of Fort Flagler State Park.
Time: 4 – 6pm | Location: Fort Flagler Hospital, 10541 Flagler Rd, Nordland
Wilderness Skills Immersion Course – begins Sat, Sep 20th
This immersive program, taught by three truly stellar instructors, offers a hands-on, in-depth experience designed to help you develop essential survival skills and deepen your connection with nature.
Over four weekends, you’ll learn fire-building, wildlife tracking, navigation, plant identification, and food procurement, all while gaining confidence in the wilderness. This program is designed for all skill levels, whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your abilities. Click here to learn more.
Sun Day: A Celebration of Renewable Energy – Sun, Sep 21st
As part of a nationally-organized Sun Day celebration, Olympic Climate Action will host “Sun Day: A Celebration of Renewable Energy“. This will be an opportunity to see and learn about the many clean-energy options available for the home, yard, and road, many of which qualify for rebates through the end of this year. Exhibitors are still being solicited; Send email for details.
Time: 12 – 4pm | Location: Port Angeles City Pier.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction: Oct-Nov course open for registration *New*
Olympic Peninsula Mindfulness is excited to offer this essential, world-renowned course to help handle many types of stressful situations and habitual perceptions. MBSR is a mindfulness training program that helps you access and strengthen inner resources, to more actively engage in the moment, and find greater balance, ease, and peace of mind.
MBSR includes the 6 hour silent Day of Mindfulness retreat on November 16th, 11am – 5pm. This opportunity to practice being present with each other near the end of the group’s mindfulness experience is a highlight of the course! Registration is required.
Times: Sundays 2:30-5pm Oct 5th-Nov 30th | Location: the 629 Fillmore Street Studio, Port Townsend, WA.
Arts and Cultural Events
Local 20/20 recognizes the positive impact that the arts have on the well-being of our community, and we are so grateful that we reside in such a community that fosters creativity. To avoid overloading these announcements and duplication with other sources, Local 20/20 announcements include only those arts and cultural events which are directly related to our mission of promoting sustainability and resiliency through action and education. We encourage folks to check out Bareboards, My City Scene, KPTZ, the Port Townsend Leader and its community calendar, and the Peninsula Daily News for other local arts, music, and cultural events.
Photo: Summer Sunset at Fort Worden State Park by Ellen Falconer
For the full set of announcements, including Recurring Events, Community Notices, Community Resources, and Resilience Readings, see here.
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