Dr. Locke’s COVID-19 Update – Mon, Sept 28th *Online*The Weekly COVID-19 update with Jefferson County Public Health Officer, Dr. Thomas Locke at today’s meeting of the County Commission. 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 live to Dr. Locke at 9:45 a.m. on KPTZ or later on the KPTZ home page.
Local 20/20 Climate Change Preparation Monthly Meeting – Mon, Sept 28th *Online*
Interested in learning more about how climate change will impact Jefferson County, and what we can do as a community to prepare? Attend our monthly meeting, generally on the 4th Monday of the month, to learn about current projects and how to get involved. Meetings are virtual, contact Cindy for more information.
When: 2 pm – 4 pm Where: Online
September is Eat Local First Month – Now through Wed, Sept 30th
September is a great time to enjoy the bounty of goodies produced by our many local farms. From fresh dairy products, to delicious vegetables and fruits, to high quality meat and eggs, shoppers can meet virtually all their grocery needs buying directly from farms and local retailers right here on the Olympic Peninsula. By supporting local farmers and businesses, consumers are not only building meaningful relationships with the people who grow, cook or sell their food, they are also ensuring more dollars stay in our local communities and supporting the health and longevity of our farmland for many years to come. Find the Fork!Community members can look for local food with the Eat Local First fork icon at local restaurants, retailers, grocers and farmers markets. Learn more about Eat Local Month by visiting their website.
Coffee with PT City Manager John Mauro on KPTZ – Thurs, Oct 1stBrewocracy has a new weekly time slot on KPTZ – Thursdays, from 12:10 to 12:40 pm. Discovery Road DJ host Tim Quackenbush hosts Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro in a live broadcast that encourages productive dialogue. John takes questions that listeners call in to 360-215-7270 during the 12:10 to 12:40 p.m. broadcast. You can also email questions to Tim Quackenbush. Join the recurring Zoom Meeting here. (Meeting ID: 872 1438 1087 Password: 816197) Or simply tune in to KPTZ at 91.9 FM. Check KPTZ for the schedule, and find recorded conversations on the Discovery Road page.
Port Townsend Farmers Market – Sat, Oct 3rdRight now, summer produce is available side-by-side with fall and winter vegetables. Tomatoes, summer squash, tomatillos, cucumbers, and even late-season basil from Midori Farm. In addtion you will see fall apples, grapes, root vegetables, and leafy greens. Red Dog Farm has a wide selection of winter squash: Acorn, Buttercup, Butternut, Delicata, Hubbard, Kuri, Pie Pumpkin, and Sweet Dumpling. Also, look out for fall celeriac, Castelfranco and Sugarloaf radicchios, as well as green tomatoes perfect for your frying pan.
The Port Townsend Farmers Market has also been adding new vendors, check their website for the latest. The market is also online! Place your order online here by 1 pm Thursday and pick it up during market hours. There is a now a new option for bike delivery of online orders from the farmers’ market. Find out more here. Don’t forget your mask!
We are asking folks to join us in the $20 farmers market challenge. Farmers market sales are down 52% versus last season. This sales reduction may result in local farms and businesses closing due to the pandemic economic downturn. We need help to turn things around. We are asking market shoppers to spend more of their weekly grocery budget directly with local farms at the Port Townsend or Chimacum Farmers Market. We also offer the JCFM online store, open Tuesdays 5:30 pm-Thursdays at 1 pm at jcfmarkets.org. The Farmers Market $20 Challenge– shop local for your health, to support local farms, and as an investment in our community.
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Uptown, Tyler Street.
Chimacum Farmers Market – Sun, Oct 4th
Want to shop for locally grown food in the heart of our farming community with your dog at your side? Well, the Chimacum Farmers Market may be just the market for you. Located in the heart of Jefferson County’s farm country, The Chimacum Farmers Market is set up every Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm, June-October. You can find the weekly vendor map on their website. Senior and immuno-compromised shopping hour from is from 10-11 am. General community shopping from 11 am to 2 pm at Chimacum Corner Farmstand. The Chimacum Farmers Market will follow the health and safety plan developed in partnership with Jefferson County Public Health listed in their newsletter, and now includes having shoppers wear masks to protect others.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (seniors 10-11), Location: 9122 Rhody Dr, Chimacum
Climate on Tap: Al Gore’s “Truth in 10”- Mon, Oct. 5th *New* *Online* This session will introduce you to “Truth in 10,” a slide presentation on climate change created by Al Gore. This slide show is available for you to share with others! Experience this fascinating and engaging slide show and discuss ways it can be shared with friends, family, groups, and more. Each Climate on Tap is held on the first Monday of the month and is co-sponsored by Local 20/20 Climate Action, Jefferson County Public Health, and FinnRiver Cidery. This is not a lecture series, but a book club/discussion format. Each session includes information to get the conversation started, followed by group discussions that include what locals think and what locals plan to do. For further information email Laura Tucker or call 360-379-4491.
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Zoom link:https://zoom.us/j/96415430894?pwd=M1BBd0dKdEtRTkNNNjVuRENLQ1RLQT09
Meeting ID: 964 1543 0894
Passcode: 665611
First Indigenous Online Film Festival – Now through Mon Oct 5th *Online*
For the first time, Vision Maker Media will be hosting an online, five-week-long celebration of American Indian, Alaska Native and worldwide Indigenous films from August 31 – October 5, 2020. Accompanying the films, a collective of inspiring filmmakers will discuss the films and more. To see the films, go here.
Virtual Town Hall – Dove House Online Fundraiser – Tues, Oct 6th *New* *Online*
You can meet Recovery Café leaders at the Zoom Town Hall. On October 1, Dove House is launching its first online fundraising campaign to raise $25,000 to build a deck and install landscaping for a beautiful, welcoming outdoor space to accommodate appropriately distanced gatherings at the Recovery Café. Peer-led support groups, classes in “School for Recovery,” community-building social activities, therapy sessions, and more will be led outside.
Our fundraiser includes an event each week in October, Domestic Violence Action Month.
On 10/13 go on a virtual tour of the newly renovated space at 939 Kearney St.
On 10/20 play virtual BINGO for prizes. (All who donate by October 19th will be sent two BINGO cards.)
On 10/26 enjoy an online concert with Hollow Moon.
Event details, links and fun ways to give at https://www.dovehousejc.org. Or, text CAFÉ to 800-304-0911. Questions? Call Brian Richardson at 360-385-5292.
The Virtual Town Hall: Time: 5:30-7 pm. Location: Online
Local 20/20 Climate Action Outreach Meeting – Thurs, Oct 8th *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: 3 pm – 5 pm Location: Online
“Your Soil—It’s All about Geology” – Thurs, Oct 8 *New* *Online*
Michael Machette presents discussion on the local geology of the Quimper Peninsula and its effect on the soils in your garden. All of the soils in this region are young (less than 15,000 yrs), but they can be some of the most productive in the state. Michael is a Quaternary geologist (one who deals with the past 2 million years of the earth’s history). His 35-year career was in the arid Southwest with the US Geological Survey in Denver, but he moved to Port Townsend in 2008 to retire near the water in a cooler low-land climate. Michael is a a principle advisor to the Quimper Geological Society, which has more than 800 local members.
https://wsu.zoom.us/j/92819751790
Meeting ID: 928 1975 1790
Time: 3:00 pm Location: Online
Learn About Pacific Harbor Seals – Tues, Oct 13th *New* *Online*
Friends of Fort Flagler offers an opportunity to hear from one of the area’s premier experts on marine mammals, Casey McLean, Executive Director of SR3. Casey Mclean has over 12 year’s experience working with marine animals and is the Executive Director of SR3, Washington’s first dedicated marine animal hospital. SR3 is a nonprofit organization that focuses on response, rehabilitation and research of local marine wildlife.
To register, please email your name, email and the city of residence to Friends of Fort Flagler. They will send you the links and instructions.
We have seen an increase in harbor seal strandings at Fort Flagler in 2020. What should you do if you see one? How can you help them? This program is part of an effort by Friends of Fort Flagler to expand our focus to include the natural history of the park. They will be working with park staff to enhance the natural environment by working on the trails, removing invasive species, and restoring the natural habitat. They hope to provide a variety of educational opportunities for park visitors.
Time: 6 pm Location: Online
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