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Nov 7,2008
Free Naturescaping Workshop at Tryon Creek
by Calendar Girl
Event Date: 11/16/2008 01:00 PM
Event Location: Tryon Creek State Park, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd
Event Location: Tryon Creek State Park, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd
Find out how to design a landscape that will improve wildlife habitat, save energy and reduce water use, stormwater runoff, and pollution! Naturescaping Basics introduces attendees to their connection with the watershed, native plants of the PNW, pollution prevention, and other core concepts of naturescaping such as basic project planning & native plant selection. Each participant receives a free native plant to begin their naturescaping journey! From 1 - 5pm.Advanced registration is required:
Register online at www.emswcd.org/workshops-events . For more information call 503-935-5368.
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Nov 6,2008
Portland Parks & Recreation’s Community Garden Forums
by Calendar Girl
Event Date: 11/15/2008 10:00 AM
Event Location: East Portland Community Center, 740 SE 106th Ave.
Event Location: East Portland Community Center, 740 SE 106th Ave.
Over 1,000 people are on waiting lists to obtain a garden plot at one of the city's 32 existing community gardens, join the discussion on how to meet the growing demand for community gardens at Portland Parks & Recreation's Community Garden Forums. Find out how we can address the challenges facing the city's popular community garden program, including how to set aside or acquire land and how to obtain funding for creating and maintaining new gardens 10 a.m. to 12 noon Refreshments provided 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 18 Beaumont Sun School Cafeteria 4043 NE Fremont St.
Refreshments provided Garden waiting lists are increasing as people living in Portland, in Oregon, and across the country request garden space in our cities. Residents want community gardens, and recognize the benefits for their neighborhoods and the environment. Local food grown in community gardens reduces the carbon footprint
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Oct 30,2008
Home Office » Seven Tips to Increase Productivity
by pearlgirl
Everyone loves the idea of working from home. Although the thought of setting your own hours, working in your PJ's, having the world's best boss and eliminating that pesky commute is incredibly alluring—the reality is that working at home is incredibly difficult. Get in the Zone First things first: It's important to do a little checking and make sure that your home office meets local zoning requirements. There are reasons for residential and commercial zoning—it's not always possible to run your business out of your home. Your business can impact the traffic, parking and livability of your neighborhood. An upset neighbor, Homeowners Association or Neighborhood Association will definitely dampen your productivity. In Portland, the City recognizes two types of businesses that are suitable for residential zones: • Type A . A Type A home occupation is one where residents use their home as a place of work; however, no employees or customers/clients come to the
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Oct 25,2008
Holiday Open House at Ecru Modern Stationer
by alex
Event Date: 11/01/2008 10:00 AM
Event Location: Ecru, 1215 NW 11th Avenue
Event Location: Ecru, 1215 NW 11th Avenue
Here's a heads up for all you fellow paper fanatics: LeAnn at Ecru is hosting a holiday open house this coming Saturday!It's a great way to kick off your holiday shopping: not only will LeAnn provide some yummy nibbles to nosh on, she's even offering 20% off on everything in the store! In case you're not familiar with Ecru, they offer a huge selection of modern paper goods that range from swanky to funky. You'll find... read full article »
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Oct 19,2008
Basics of Going Solar
by pearlgirl
Event Date: 10/23/2008 06:30 PM
Event Location: Natural Capital Center (Ecotrust 2nd Fl conf room) 721 NW 9th Ave
Event Location: Natural Capital Center (Ecotrust 2nd Fl conf room) 721 NW 9th Ave
This free workshop covers the basics of why solar is a smart choice in Oregon. We will show you: How well solar works in Oregon's climate, Available solar technologies and financial incentives, and How to choose a contractor. Tax credits and incentives can pay for up to half the system cost! Participants will come away with basic knowledge about solar energy systems and will be prepared for any of our 3 hour workshops, or to do more focused research on their own and start working with a contractor. This workshop is free, but please RSVP to reserve your space.
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Oct 18,2008
Nature in Neighborhoods Grants Workshops
by Calendar Girl
Event Date: 11/01/2008 09:00 AM
Event Location: Clean Water Services training room 2550 SW Hillsboro Highway
Event Location: Clean Water Services training room 2550 SW Hillsboro Highway
Upcoming workshops about Metro's Nature in Neighborhood grant program hopes to inspire innovative projects and partnerships in communities wishing to improve livability at the neighborhood level through greater access to nature. Metro's Nature in Neighborhoods capital grants program funds projects that preserve or enhance natural features and their ecological functions on public lands in neighborhoods and help ensure that every community enjoys clean water and nature as an element of its character and livability. The Metro Council awarded approximately $390,000 in August 2008 to three capital grants projects for its first year of funding. The Nature in Neighborhoods restoration and enhancement grants program is focused on helping individuals, community groups or schools in on-the-ground active watershed restoration or environmental education. Find out more about the grant programs, and learn about the projects that have been funded by the Metro Council in previous years. Natur
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Oct 9,2008
Sustainable House Planning
by shooter
Event Date: 11/08/2008 10:00 AM
Event Location: 1110 NW Marshall Street
Event Location: 1110 NW Marshall Street
Paolo Design Group hosts "Sustainable House Planning," a free seminar exploring the components of a high-performance house, selecting the right sustainable features, budget building, and team building. The seminar is held on at. Complimentary brunch is included. To RSVP call 503-222-1757 x 11 or email ryan@paolodesigngroup.com .
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Oct 7,2008
What a Difference Flowers Make
by shooter
Sammy's Flowers knows how to impact a block in a big way. They have an amazing floral display set up on Lovejoy (at 11th). What a welcome addition to the neighborhood! Read More...
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Sep 16,2008
Go Green '08
by Jules
Event Date: 10/01/2008 08:30 AM
Event Location: Gerding Theater at The Armory, 128 NW 11th Ave
Event Location: Gerding Theater at The Armory, 128 NW 11th Ave
Go Green ’08 on October 1st, from 8:30am-4pm, is an all-day educational conference that will inspire, motivate and educate aspiring and established business owners to "Go Green". Spend a value-packed day connecting with 40 leading eco-visionaries , experts and like-minded individuals who will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to make your business more sustainable and to take your business to the next level.Whether you are in the idea phase or want to further develop sustainable practices in your existing business, this conference will give you the insight and practical information needed to build a successful sustainable business and foster a sustainable economy.
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Aug 27,2008
Sammy's Flowers to Open in North Pearl
by pearlgirl
A little birdie just told me that Sammy's Flowers will open its second location at 1128 NW Lovejoy (the former home of Bella Moda). More later! ***Update*** Check out the new photo gallery for Sammy's Flowers. Beautiful!
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Board Meetings
6pm, 2nd Thursday of each month
Pacific Northwest College of Art
1241 NW Johnson St.
Committee Meetings
Planning
1st & 3rd Tuesdays
Board Meetings
6pm, 2nd Thursday of each month
Pacific Northwest College of Art
1241 NW Johnson St.
Committee Meetings
Planning
1st & 3rd Tuesdays
6pm, PNCA
1241 NW Johnson St.
Transportation Sub-Committee
Transportation Sub-Committee
2nd Thursday of every month
3:30pm, Ecotrust
721 NW 9th Ave.
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Last Tuesday of every month
6pm, Umpqua Bank
Last Tuesday of every month
6pm, Umpqua Bank
1139 NW Lovejoy
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