Free Sustainability Workshops in Portland
February 2nd, 2008
Every Wednesday starting February 6, take a lunch break and head over to the Central Library for workshops on green living, gardening and emergency preparedness.
From the Multnomah County Library website:
Sustainability Brown Bags
Central Library, U.S. Bank Room
801 SW 10th Avenue
Wednesdays, noon–1:00 pm
Space is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
February 6
Simple Steps to Fight Global Warming
Gain understanding and learn about actions you can take to reduce your impact on the environment. Presented by Multnomah County Environmental Health Services.
February 13
Emergency Preparedness
Protect lives and property in the event of a natural- or human-caused disaster. Find out about personal, family and business preparedness and disaster risk reduction. Presented by Portland Office of Emergency Management.
February 20
Converting Lawn to Garden
Reduce your lawn mowing chores and grow chemical-free vegetables instead! Learn how to convert your lawn — or weed patch — into raised garden beds. Presented by Metro.
February 27
General Tree Care
Meticulous pruning means trees that thrive. See examples of healthy trees and pruning techniques. Presented by Portland Parks and Recreation.
March 5
Green Remodel
See how Portlanders are conserving resources and keeping their homes healthy. Even a small-scale home remodel can save energy and water. (Attendees receive a Green Home Remodeling Guide.) Presented by City of Portland Office of Sustainable Development.
March 12
Composting Made Easy
It is easy and inexpensive to improve garden soil by composting your food and garden waste. Learn how to set up and maintain a compost system or worm bin. Presented by Metro.
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1. Michael&hellip | July 3rd, 2008 at 2:06 am
There is a little known composting demonstration garden that Metro set up years ago in Tigard at Mary Woodward Elementary School that is still being maintained. There are three acres of gardens that are spectacular that include rainbarrels, and rain garden and drip irrigation to name a few as well as about twenty compost demonstration stations.
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