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…
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Herbs Are Native, Too
Most of the herbs we grow or harvest are native somewhere. Many of them have Mediterranean backgrounds, but many more began in the woods and prairies nearer to home and were here before Europeans arrived. Some native plants are still foraged in their natural settings for personal use. Others have been domesticated, which we plant in our herb beds. Indigenous peoples were well acquainted with these native plants and used them for cooking, healing, and general well-being. Let’s dive into some native plants! Yarrow – Achillea millefolium This native plant is not only found in the woods, where it may come in handy when camping or hiking but is often found…
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Argyle Gardens:
A HOME FOR THE HOMELESS The Kenton neighborhood of Portland now hosts Argyle Gardens, the first buildout of a Low Income Single Adult Housing model (LISAH). It is located on an oddly-shaped, city-owned, industrial site close to the MAX light rail line, bus lines, and commercial shopping areas. Argyle Gardens consists of four buildings containing 72 housing units oriented around a central outdoor space. The largest building contains thirty-five 220 square foot studio apartments. A large community room, laundry facilities, and support service offices serve as a central hub and communal gathering space for all residents. The three co-housing buildings each feature two six-bedroom units with two shared bathrooms and…
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Share the Knowledge
Free Online Continuing Education Classes from ACHS American College of Healthcare Sciences wants to do all it can to help during these difficult times and has made a selection of its online Continuing Education classes free forever. These include classes on essential oil safety, herbal safety, traditional healing in the kitchen, and more. Together we are amazingly strong, resilient, and educated! American College of Healthcare Sciences is a world-renowned accredited online college. Their mission is driven by the principles and vision of their president, Dorene Petersen, who founded the college in 1978 as a pioneer in holistic health education. They believe that knowledge should be available to everyone, and free…
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Provender Alliance 44th Annual Conference
Online – October 21 – 23, 2020 Independent Integrity: Principles In Action The conference workshops provide a cooperative atmosphere for trade members to teach and learn from one another and network about the natural products trade. For more info: https://provender.org/conference/
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BirdFest and Bluegrass 2020
Virtual At Home Event Oct. 2nd and 3rd BirdFest & Bluegrass 2020 at Home Edition, Saturday, October 3rd. Virtual bird and Refuge Trivia, Friday, October 2nd! Mark your calendars for the festival, and sign up for trivia today! https://bit.ly/34aKev1
