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Hillsboro, Oregon
Erika Probst, “I felt like more could be done at the workplace..."
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August 5
Portland Green Drinks
Tuesday
7pm to 9pm
Every month people who are interested in environmental topics and issues meet for informal sessions known as Green Drinks. These events are very simple and unstructured. It's a force for good, so please join us. Hot Lips Pizza and Beer (no host)
Ecotrust Building
Main Lobby on the first floor
721 NW Ninth Avenue
Portland, OR 97209
Info: portlandgreendrinks@yahoo.com
August 5
Fuel-Free Fifth Day
Tuesday
Join the global gas boycott on the 5th day of every month to help bring soaring fuel costs back down to earth.
Info: http://www.fuelfreefifth.org/
August 6
Nourishing Traditional Foods
Wednesday
7pm to 8:30pm
Learn about what people all over the world have eaten for centuries to support a healthy mind, body and spirit. Based on the pioneering work of Weston A. Price, who studied the impact of the introduction of processed foods in the 1930's, and Sally Fallon, author of Nourishing Traditions. Learn easy and efficient ways to apply this timeless wisdom to our lives.
New Seasons Arbor Lodge
6400 N Interstate Avenue
Portland, OR 97217
503.467.4777
August 6
No Nukes Day
No Nukes Day, often called Hiroshima Day, is an opportunity to raise awareness about the threat of nuclear weapons and the dangers of nuclear energy.
August 8 – 10
The Worlds 11th Annual Elephant Garlic Festival
Friday
12pm to 11pm
Saturday, parade at 10am, grounds open 10am to 11pm
Sunday
10am to 6pm
Free
No pets please
Jessie Mays Community Center
30955 NW Hillcrest
North Plains, OR 97133
503.647.2619
August 9
Volunteer Work Party at Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary
Saturday
10am to 1pm
More than 100 rescued farm animals reside at this sanctuary. Volunteer work parties provide an opportunity to visit the farm and help with routine chores, after which everyone stops for lunch and a roundtable discussion of any topic concerning animal welfare. Please bring your own vegetarian lunch.
Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary
36831 Richardson Gap Road
Scio, OR 97374
Info: 503.581.0122
August 13
Northwest Resistance Against Genetic Engineering
Wednesday
7pm to 8:30pm
Join NWRage on the Second Wednesday of every month for their public meeting and a Screening of Videos relating to Genetic Engineering and discussion on how you can help to promote a safe and sustainable food supply.
3347 SE Belmont Street, Office #5
Portland, OR 97214
503.239.6841
August 14
Nourishing Traditional Foods
Thursday
7pm to 8:30pm
Learn about what people all over the world have eaten for centuries to support a healthy mind, body and spirit. Based on the pioneering work of Weston A. Price, who studied the impact of the introduction of processed foods in the 1930's, and Sally Fallon, author of Nourishing Traditions. Learn easy and efficient ways to apply this timeless wisdom to our lives.
New Seasons Cedar Hills Crossing
3495 Cedar Hills Boulevard
Beaverton, OR 97005
503.641.4181
August 14
Nourishing Traditional Foods
Thursday
7pm to 8:30pm
Learn about what people all over the world have eaten for centuries to support a healthy mind, body and spirit. Based on the pioneering work of Weston A. Price, who studied the impact of the introduction of processed foods in the 1930's, and Sally Fallon, author of Nourishing Traditions. Learn easy and efficient ways to apply this timeless wisdom to our lives.
New Seasons Happy Valley
15861 SE Happy Valley Town Center Drive
Happy Valley, OR 97086
503.558.9214
August 16
Native Plant Center Volunteer Saturday
Saturday
9am to 1pm
Help out at Metro’s Native Plant Center in Tualatin which provides an essential supply of rare native seeds and plant stock to support Metro’s restoration projects. Activities vary and include transplanting seedlings, collecting and processing native seeds, building seed drying racks and wetland emergent beds, and caring for young plants and seed grow-out beds. Gloves, tools, water and a snack provided; prior gardening experience not required.
Metro's Native Plant Center
2661 SW Borland Road
Tualatin, OR 97062
Info and registration: 503.701.7554
August 20
Nourishing Traditional Foods
Wednesday
7pm to 8:30pm
Learn about what people all over the world have eaten for centuries to support a healthy mind, body and spirit. Based on the pioneering work of Weston A. Price, who studied the impact of the introduction of processed foods in the 1930's, and Sally Fallon, author of Nourishing Traditions. Learn easy and efficient ways to apply this timeless wisdom to our lives.
New Seasons Seven Corners
1954 SE Division Street
Portland, OR 97202
503.445.2888
August 23
Bug Fest 2008
Saturday
12pm to 4pm
Free
Celebrate the creatures that keep the environment healthy and in balance. The 8th annual Bug Fest, in the 8th month of 2008 honors 8 legs… Come explore the word of the arachnids –- spiders, scorpions, mites, ticks and harvestmen (daddy-long-legs); all those tiny critters, that help recycle fallen trees, pollinate flowers, and are food for other animals. Games, displays, crafts, live bugs and guided activities await the whole family. Professor Greta Binford of Lewis and Clark, the “spider lady,” will be on hand to answer questions and dispel the many myths surrounding spiders and their kin.
Tualatin Hills Nature Park
15655 SW Millikan Boulevard
Beaverton, OR
Info: 503.629.6350
August 23
Volunteer Work Party at Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary
Saturday
10am to 1pm
More than 100 rescued farm animals reside at this sanctuary. Volunteer work parties provide an opportunity to visit the farm and help with routine chores, after which everyone stops for lunch and a roundtable discussion of any topic concerning animal welfare. Please bring your own vegetarian lunch.
Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary
36831 Richardson Gap Road
Scio, OR 97374
Info: 503.581.0122 or 503.394.4486
August 23
Gearing Up For The Challenge Bike Clinic
Saturday
10am to 1pm
Equip yourself to ride year round at this 3-hour clinic on helpful hints about winter gear, riding techniques and bike upkeep.
Multnomah Arts Center
7688 SW Capitol Highway
Portland, OR 97219
p.o. box 1771 | hillsboro oregon 97123
503.681.2527