Environmental Events

Beginning January 1
Oregon E-Cycles
Free, thanks to electronics manufacturers and the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
Bring seven or fewer computers (desktops and laptops), monitors and TVs at a time to participating Oregon E-Cycles collectors for responsible recycling. The program does NOT provide free recycling of keyboards, mice, speakers, printers, scanners or other types of electronics or appliances.
Locations

Beginning January 1
E-Cycle Washington!
Free
E-Cycle Washington is a new program that provides responsible recycling of computers (portable or laptop), monitors and TVs. (computer peripherals such as keyboards, mice, and printers are not included in this program).
Locations

Events of Interest

January 1
One Day in Peace
A global campaign for One Day In Peace began on January 1, 2000 and helped inspire a UN Resolution and a joint United States Congressional Resolution that sites January 1 as a day of peace and sharing. “If we can live for one day in peace, then we can work together to make peace last, one day at a time.”

January 3
Volunteer Work Party at Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary
Saturday
10am to 1pm
More than 100 rescued farm animals reside at this sanctuary near Scio, OR, east of Salem. 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 www.lighthousefarmsanctuary.org

January 6
Portland Green Drinks
Tuesday
7pm to 9pm
Every month people who are interested in environmental topics and issues meet up in cities around the world 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

January 10
Fix-It Fair
Saturday
8:30am to 2pm
Free
The Fix-It-Fair offers resources for helping you to create a healthy home with how-to classes on home and garden topics, and money-saving, cost effective tips.
Parkrose High School
12003 NE Shaver Street
Portland, OR 97220
Info: 503.823.7222

January 10
Native Plant Center Volunteer Saturday
Saturday
9am to 1pm
Volunteer 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. This is a family-friendly volunteer opportunity and a great way to learn more about Metro's native species conservation program. Prior gardening experience is not required. Gloves, tools, water and a snack are provided.
Metro's Native Plant Center
2661 SW Borland Road
Tualatin, OR 97062
Info: 503.701.7554

January 14
Northwest Resistance Against Genetic Engineering:
The World According to Monsanto
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

January 17
Mulching Native Plants at Rosa Park
Saturday
9am to 12pm
Help mulch native trees and shrubs throughout the floodplain of Celebrity Creek. Bring a shovel, set of loppers and heavy-duty work gloves, if possible. Refreshments are provided. Meet at the park entrance on Southwest Rosa Road east of 196th Avenue.
Rosa Park
19500 SW Rosa Road
Beaverton, OR
Info: 503.629.6305
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January 17
Volunteer Work Party at Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary
Saturday
10am to 1pm
More than 100 rescued farm animals reside at this sanctuary near Scio, OR, east of Salem. 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 www.lighthousefarmsanctuary.org

January 17
Volunteer Roundup
Saturday
6pm to 8:30pm
Free
Come learn about local animal protection groups, and get involved with whatever feels like the best fit. The groups represented are tentatively scheduled to be In Defense of Animals, Northwest VEG, Portland Animal Defense League, the Let Live Foundation, Coalition to Abolish Animal Testing, Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary, Out to Pasture Sanctuary, Vegan This, OHSU Cruelty, TryVegan PDX, and the Vegan Outreach leafleting group. "Vegan Mini-Mall"
1217 SE Stark Street
Portland, OR 97214

January 24
Native Plant Center Volunteer Saturday
Saturday
9am to 1pm
Volunteer 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. This is a family-friendly volunteer opportunity and a great way to learn more about Metro's native species conservation program. Prior gardening experience is not required. Gloves, tools, water and a snack are provided.
Metro's Native Plant Center
2661 SW Borland Road
Tualatin, OR 97062
Info: 503.701.7554
January 23 – 25
4th Annual Good Earth Home, Garden & Living Show
Friday 5pm to 9pm
Saturday 10am to 8pm
Sunday 10am to 5pm
Admission is free with a canned food donation for FOOD for Lane County.
Stroll 2 acres packed full of earth-friendly, exciting, and informative exhibits about green building, design, naturescaping, gardening and sustainable living.
Lane County Convention Center/Fairgrounds
13th & Jefferson
Eugene, OR 97440
541.484.9247
Info: Good Earth Home

January 31
Volunteer Work Party at Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary
Saturday
10am to 1pm
More than 100 rescued farm animals reside at this sanctuary near Scio, OR, east of Salem. 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 www.lighthousefarmsanctuary.org

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