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Washington County Summit

Monday, October 3, 2016 - 1:00pm to 6:00pm
The Intertwine Alliance

The Intertwine Alliance continues its 2016 series of county summits with Investing in Nature for Healthier Communities in Washington County.

Join us for a look at the many ways nature keeps our communities thriving. It'll be a chance to find out about the range of efforts going on in the county supporting the health-nature vision, along with ways to connect your organization or programs to the work. Former Kaiser Permanente pediatrician and Intertwine Alliance Board Member Dr. Phil Wu will give a keynote address about the latest evidence supporting nature-based positive health outcomes. Attendees will be inspired, in the Innovation Cafe session, by projects going on in the county that are coming up with creative solutions to long-standing challenges.

And, as always, there'll be a social hour to connect with peers and new individuals/groups interested in working collaboratively in our region.

RSVP here by Sept. 28.

Contact Name: 
David Cohen
Contact Email: 
david@theintertwine.org
Venue: 
Portland Community College Rock Creek Campus Event Center
Venue Details: 
17705 NW Springville Road, Portland, OR
Cost: 
Free

Beneficial Insects

Thursday, November 10, 2016 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
7040 NE 47th Ave.
Portland, OR 97218
United States

Did you know that beneficial insects work around the clock to protect your garden from pests? Meet the beetles, bugs, flies, lacewings and other invertebrates that provide free pest control. You will discover ways to attract and sustain these friendly beneficial insects that help your garden thrive, and also learn about a few invasive insects to keep an eye out for. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Whitaker Ponds Nature Park
Venue Details: 
Class will be held in the Columbia Slough Watershed Council office/classroom.
Cost: 
Free!

Attracting Pollinators to the Urban Garden

Saturday, November 5, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
17405 NE Glisan St.
Gresham, OR 97030
United States

Learn about the bees, flies, beetles, moths and butterflies that provide vital pollination services in urban gardens, and discover which plants can help attract and support them. We will go beyond the bloom so you can find out how to provide water, shelter, nesting, and overwintering sites. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
St. Aidan's Episcopal Church
Cost: 
Free!

Native Plants Workshop

Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 6:30pm to 9:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
26000 SE Stark St.
Gresham, OR 97030
United States

Explore the benefits of gardening with Native plants. Discover Portland's most common native plant communities, learn which species do well in similar growing conditions, and get tips to help them thrive. A slideshow will highlight characteristics and desired growing conditions of local favorite native groundcovers, shrubs and trees. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Mt. Hood Community College
Venue Details: 
Class will be held in room 202 of the General Education building located at the far south end of campus, south of Kelly Creek, near the Aquatics Center.
Cost: 
Free!

Naturescaping Basics

Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
26000 SE Stark St.
Gresham, OR 97030
United States

Learn to create a low-maintenance landscape that conserves water, prevents pollution, and saves you time, money and energy. Get natural gardening & design tips that mimic nature, and make your garden a healthy place for children, pets and wildlife. Class covers native plants that thrive in the PNW, and other core naturescaping concepts. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby garden. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Mt. Hood Community College
Venue Details: 
Class will be held in room 202 of the General Education building at the far south end of campus, near the aquatics center.
Cost: 
Free!

Attracting Pollinators to the Urban Garden

Wednesday, October 26, 2016 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
6704 SE 122nd Ave
Portland, OR 97236
United States

Learn about the bees, flies, beetles, moths and butterflies that provide vital pollination services in urban gardens, and discover which plants can help attract and support them. We will go beyond the bloom so you can find out how to provide water, shelter, nesting, and overwintering sites. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Leach Botanical Garden
Cost: 
Free!

Rain Gardens 101

Sunday, October 23, 2016 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
621 NE 76th Ave.
Portland, OR 97213
United States

Learn how rain gardens add beauty and color to your yard while helping restore the health of urban streams at the same time. You will get step-by-step details on how to plan, design and build your own rain garden. And discover tips for placement, plant selection, and maintenance. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby rain garden. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Bridgeport United Church of Christ
Cost: 
Free!

Beneficial Insects

Saturday, October 22, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
6543 N Burlington Ave
Portland, OR 97203
United States

Did you know that beneficial insects work around the clock to protect your garden from pests? Meet the beetles, bugs, flies, lacewings and other invertebrates that provide free pest control. You will discover ways to attract and sustain these friendly beneficial insects that help your garden thrive, and also learn about a few invasive insects to keep an eye out for. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
BES Water Pollution Control Lab
Cost: 
Free!

Rain Gardens 101

Saturday, October 15, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
3926 N Vancouver Ave.
Portland, OR 97227
United States

Learn how rain gardens add beauty and color to your yard while helping restore the health of urban streams at the same time. You will get step-by-step details on how to plan, design and build your own rain garden. And discover tips for placement, plant selection, and maintenance. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby rain garden. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

 

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
Livingscape
Cost: 
Free!

Attracting Pollinators to the Urban Garden

Sunday, October 9, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
East Multnomah SWCD
Address: 
1630 NE 38th Ave
Portland, OR 97213
United States

Learn about the bees, flies, beetles, moths and butterflies that provide vital pollination services in urban gardens, and discover which plants can help attract and support them. We will go beyond the bloom so you can find out how to provide water, shelter, nesting, and overwintering sites. Advanced registration is required. Register at http://emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

 

Contact Name: 
Katie Meckes
Contact Phone: 
503-222-7645
Contact Email: 
katie@emswcd.org
Venue: 
NE Community House
Venue Details: 
This venue is not ADA accessible.
Cost: 
Free!

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