
January 2016
The Big One: Earthquake Ready
If the NW is hit by a really big earthquake as geologists predict, are you ready? Learn how to survive this survivable disaster. Includes kit building, practical tips, survival tricks, community planning and more. It can be overwhelming to think about what you'd do in the fact of a disaster like an earthquake, but the more you prepare, the less you'll worry. And if you're prepared for an earthquake, you're prepared for almost any disaster. In this interactive class, we'll…
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Crossing Boundaries
Anne Rutherford, Rachael Pecore-Valdez, Pearl Steinberg and Gideon Formukwai bring you stories about growing up, growing pains, and growing into our full selves.
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February 2017
Wolf OR-7 Expedition Documentary Film showing at the 13th Annual Corvallis Eco-Film Festival
The Eco-Film Festival takes place every Friday in February at Odd Fellows Hall, 223 SW 2nd Street (above New Morning Bakery). Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the program begins at 7:00 pm. Come early to save your seat and visit exhibitors. Beer from Oregon Trail Brewery and snacks from New Morning Bakery will be available for purchase. A suggested donation of $5 per person or $10 per family is requested to help cover costs of the festival. Plan to…
Find out more »March 2017
Artist Talk: Interactive Art Show, Storytelling and Surprises.
Join us for an evening filled with creative exploration, inspiration and magic. Alysha Picard's art stems from her transformational experiences learned through many wisdom traditions, our natural environment, and her dreams for a more beautiful world. To wet the palatte, so to speak, Rachael Pecore-Valdez will introduce the evening with stories of nature and magic. "Those who know Alysha, and those who have yet to have the opportunity will be delighted to experience the directions her art has ground. Absolutely…
Find out more »The Big One: Earthquake Ready
If the NW is hit by a really big earthquake as geologists predict, are you ready? Learn how to survive this survivable disaster. Includes kit building, practical tips, survival tricks, community planning and more. It can be overwhelming to think about what you'd do in the fact of a disaster like an earthquake, but the more you prepare, the less you'll worry. And if you're prepared for an earthquake, you're prepared for almost any disaster. In this interactive class, we'll…
Find out more »Wolf OR-7 Expedition at Portland EcoFilm Festival
Thursday, March 30th at 7:30 pm, Hollywood Theatre The Portland EcoFilm Festival and Oregon Wild present Wolf OR-7 Expedition Follow the six adventurers of the Wolf OR-7 expedition team, as they retrace the route taken by the GPS-collared wolf known as OR-7. OR-7 was born in NE Oregon and in 2011 left his pack and dispersed south to find new territory. He became the first known wolf in California in 90 years, and remains alive and wild. OR-7's travels, and his…
Find out more »May 2017
Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: An evening of stories with the Portland Storytelling Guild
Ever looked back on an experience or time in your life and wished for a do-over? Yep, join the club. Some memories elicit blushes. Others, sighs. But it’s all part of the merry romp called, “Life”. Join Rick Huddle, Rachael Pecore, Jacki Wildenauer and Ingrid Nixon for a lively night of stories that examine past foibles with a keen eye.
Find out more »August 2017
Wolf Tracks (Grades 6-8)
Why do wolves howl? Why are wolves returning to the Northwest? Join a wildlife biologist and wildlife tracker for an all-day field trip to a wolf sanctuary called Wolf Haven International. Register with Saturday Academy: https://www.saturdayacademy.org/catalog/wolf-tracks
Find out more »March 2018
Conservation Biology: On the Edge of Extinction
Learn why the majority of biologists believe 50% of Earth’s species will be extinct by 2100, why it’s important to address biodiversity loss and what can be done to prevent it. From sea turtles to wolves, get a local view of cutting-edge conservation science and plan to make a difference. Explore solutions to problems facing many plant and animal species around the world and research a thoughtful plan to help conserve a species of your choice. Field trips include checking…
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