This Week
HSN Housing Happy Hour – Wed, Sept 24th *New*
A space for casual community conversations around issues relating to housing affordability in Jefferson County. This month’s conversation will be focused on “Port Townsend’s Comprehensive Plan Draft” and the special guest is Port Townsend Planning Commission Chair Rick Jahnke. Come be part of the solution, the last Wednesday of every month. Reach out with any questions.
Time: 4:30 – 6pm | Location: Social Fabric Brewing, 948 E Park Ave, Port Townsend
Free Homeowner Septic System Class – Thu, Sep 25th
Taking care of your septic system is an important part of protecting public health as well as our beautiful and valuable water resources. It can also save you money by extending the life of your septic system and prevent costly repairs. JCPH is offering free combined Septics 101 & 201 classes to homeowners about septic system operation, maintenance, and inspection. Classes are free, but registration is required. Space is limited. Please note: there is a $13.65 fee for homeowners who are eligible and want to become authorized to inspect their own system. Contact 360-385-9444 or register online.
Time: 1 – 4pm | Location: Quilcene Community Center
Volunteer Orientation: Department of Emergency Management – Thu, Sep 25th
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, this event 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
Bless the Beasts and Children 0.5k “Fun Run” Fundraiser – Sun Sep 28th
More of a stroll vs a run, this event benefits the Humane Society of Jefferson County WA, The YMCA’s Building Futures, Foster Support’s Kicks for Kids, and AEF’s STEAM projects (think kids teaching kids robotics!) Kids and leashed pets welcome and free, costumes encouraged. Find more information and tickets for purchase here.
Time: 12 – 1:30pm | Location: Camas Prairie Park, aka PT Golf Course, 1948 Blaine St, Port Townsend
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: Nighttime ferry by Lisa Miller
For the full set of announcements, including Upcoming Events, Recurring Events, Community Notices, Community Resources, and Resilience Readings, see here.
