Portland Crowne Plaza 1441 NE 2nd Ave, Portland, ORNovember 2 – 4, 2021 Earn NABCEP CEUs, visit engaging exhibits, hear from industry leaders about solar policy, storage, business development, land use, large-scale development, and more. Join OSSIA for one of the most comprehensive solar + storage conferences in the nation! Solar Career Expo at OSSC will be a featured part of the Energy Trust of Oregon Contractor Day at the Oregon Solar + Storage Conference. The event will commence with a Keynote Delivery (TBA) and be followed by various breakout sessions that include resources for job seekers and providers. Our Speed-networking sessions can assist you as you expand opportunities for…
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EIGHTH ANNUAL MORROW COUNTY HARVEST FESTIVAL
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT CELEBRATING LOCAL ARTISANS, PRODUCE, AND FAMILY FUN October 2, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm101 Olson Road, Boardman, OR SAVE THE DATE! We’re so glad to be back in any fashion for the 8th annual Morrow County Harvest Festival presented by the SAGE Center. The Morrow County Harvest Festival will be exclusively outdoors. It will feature a variety of vendors with high-quality, regionally produced agricultural goods, and handmade artisan crafts. Returning this year, Threemile Canyon Farms will provide an opportunity for attendees to “fill-a-bag” full of locally grown produce in exchange for a small donation to a local 4-H program. Pack a grocery bag full of traditionally…
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Platt Auto to Open Electric Car Service Facility
Platt Auto Group, specializing in the sale of used electric vehicles (EVs) at 18720 SE McLoughlin Blvd, will be opening a service facility for all makes and models of EVs, including hybrids, this fall. The new 5,000 square foot facility is at 17325 SE McLoughlin Blvd Suite B. It will be equipped with the same service equipment as used at any of the factory authorized dealerships. In addition, their technicians will have the same training and certifications as those found at the new car dealerships. This new facility will enable Platt Auto to offer quality service not just for their customers but also for any EV owner looking for service…
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Northwest VEG Scavenger Hunt
Don’t miss the Rock n’ Revelry on August 14th Tis the season for an outdoor scavenger hunt! On Saturday, August 14th, traverse your favorite part of Portland in search of 50+ painted rocks. When you find a treasure, flip over the rock to scan the QR code and learn from what local shop or restaurant you’ve won a small goodie. Ranging from a free appetizer to a $5 gift card to fun bumper stickers, all prizes are from your favorite veg-friendly places around town. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join in the fun. This event is sponsored by Northwest VEG, and we would love your help jazzing up our…
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Noble Grove Farms Expands
Golden Roots Bokashi has partnered with a local builder and engineer to expand operations in the Gorge! As a result, They’ve moved into new farm space. They will be producing additional earth-friendly products aimed at healing the soil and empowering growers- from backyard enthusiasts to career orchardists, farmers, and ranchers. With refreshed branding, they’ll be providing the same Bokashi, Soil Amendments (and more!), under the new name of Noble Grove Farms, LLC. Available at www.azurestandard.com
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Conscious Living Principles at Living Wisdom School
The Portland Living Wisdom School is a non-profit school serving preschool & kindergarten/1stgrade. LWS offers a heart-centered holistic education focused on a balanced curriculum that prepares them to be creative, solution-oriented, and self-aware. The school is based on Education for Life, an educational philosophy that balances mind and heart, body and spirit. The roots of the system lie in the philosophy of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. LWS emphasizes universal principles that bring happiness, such as kindness, generosity, courage, and optimism while supporting a learning environment where students thrive. At Living Wisdom School, students experience Joy in learning Academic excellence without stress Small classes Individualized approach Self-understanding …
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Nichols Garden Nursery has Moved
After seventy years, Nichols Garden Nursery has moved from Millersburg on the outskirts of Albany to Philomath, Oregon, on Highway 20/34 across from the Philomath Museum. While Nichols Garden Nursery is primarily a mail-order garden seed company, visitors are always welcome. In addition to the physical relocation, Nichols’ online store has been updated for a better customer experience. The improved website should run faster and smoother. This family business is now in its third generation. New Address 1136 Main St. Philomath, OR 97370 New Mail Address PO Box 1299 Philomath, OR 97370 For more info: nicholsgardennursery.com
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SALMON CREEK FARMERS MARKET 2021 NEW LOCATION!
The Salmon Creek Farmers’ Market will open its Tuesday market on the southeast side of Kaiser Permanente’s parking lot at 14406 NE 20th Avenue in Salmon Creek. Starting Tuesday, June 8, the market will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Salmon Creek farmers’ market has been a favorite within the community for the last ten years by continuing to offer seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, honey, processed foods, including freshly made fruit juices, nuts, and nut butters, bagels, baked goods and more – all from producers and growers local to Clark County. The Salmon Creek market warmly accepts SNAP customers and offers an up to $40 Market…
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Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary Opens
109 West 7th Street Downtown Vancouver, WA Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary is beyond excited to announce that they are finally opening on May 22nd, 2021! Everyone is invited to come and check out their new space; young, old, tea connoisseur, tea skeptic – everyone is welcome at Dandelion. In addition to an ever-expanding variety of teas, they will offer tea lattes, loose herbs, natural skincare products by Gifts From the Earth, baked goods by Chandelier Bakery, pieces by local artists, honey, candles, jewelry, and more fun goodies! You can check out their website as well as their Instagram and Facebook pages for our hours and fun announcements. See you soon…
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The Electrify Everything Climate Solution
Scientists agree we need to cut our heat-trapping emissions to zero by 2050 to avoid the worst effects of climate change – and we need to make big progress in the next decade. Waste reduction and energy efficiency measures alone can not get us all the way to net zero. Nearly All Emissions Come from Fossil Fuels Extracting and burning fossil fuels to generate electricity, transport goods, and people, and heat our homes, offices, and buildings – creates the vast majority of carbon emissions. In the U.S. and other industrialized nations, this accounts for over 75% of annual emissions. It will not be possible to prevent a climate crisis until…
