All Events - Metro Calendar http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/ Copyright 2004-2010 Refresh Web Development LLC http://www.HeliosCalendar.com http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=rss Upcoming Event Information From The Metro Calendar <![CDATA[03/15/2010 - Cooper Mountain nature play time]]> Make new friends while playing in nature at Cooper Mountain. During this time the nature house and patio are transformed into a safe environment just right for games, learning and exploration. Parent participation required. Suitable for ages 1 1/2 to 4 years. $4 per child. Hosted by Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1320 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/15/2010 - Lake Oswego to Portland Transit Project Community Advisory Committee]]> The committee provide 'on the ground' input and guidance to project staff and the project steering committee on issues of importance to during the development of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement and selection of a locally preferred alternative.

Public comment will be welcomed at all Community Advisory Committee meetings. Individuals are asked to limit comments to two minutes at each meeting.

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]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1938 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/16/2010 - Metro Council work session]]> Work sessions are informational without action items. Agendas and packets are available on Metro's web site. Call to confirm the date and time of the meeting. Metro Regional Center, council chambers

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]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1243 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/16/2010 - Refuge volunteer training series]]> Come discover the hidden treasure in Ridgefield, Wash., just 30 minutes north of Portland off of Interstate 5. Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, a 5,300-acre refuge nestled in a small community, caters to volunteers of all interests, skill, and abilities. Learn about the refuge and volunteer opportunities in cultural education, environmental education, habitat restoration and visitor's services. Take a special optional refuge tour starting at 5:30 p.m.; orientation from 7 to 8 p.m. Hosted by Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1331 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/17/2010 - Tadpole tales]]> Children ages 3-5 and their parents are invited to explore nature with the Columbia Slough Watershed Council. Enjoy a story and nature walk with different themes each week such as frogs, birds or bugs. Meeting place provided with registration. Advance registration required; send e-mail to intern@columbiaslough.org or call 503-281-1132. Hosted by Columbia Slough Watershed Council

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1299 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/17/2010 - Puddle stompers]]> Do you have a little one who enjoys being outdoors? Wondering what you can do to get outside during the rainy season? Bring your littlest naturalist(s) to the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge to spend part of the day stomping in puddles and learning to appreciate the wet weather that makes Oregon so green. Come join us: Wednesday March 3rd, 17th, and 31st from 10-11:30am on the Refuge for rainy day fun. Bring your raingear and be prepared to get wet and wild. Free. Advance registration required; call 503-625-5944. Hosted by Friends of Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1665 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/17/2010 - Metro Technical Advisory Committee]]> The Metro Technical Advisory Committee meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month. The 37-member committee of planners, citizens and business representatives (with three citizen members) provides detailed technical support to the Metro Policy Advisory Committee. Metro Regional Center, council chambers

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]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1456 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/18/2010 - Westside Transportation Alliance annual meeting]]> What we build and where we build

What is the influence on transportation choices, opportunities for physical activity, fuel consumption and green house gas emissions? Learn about the results of a national Transportation Research Board study and how those findings compare to local models. Speakers include Andy Cotugno, Metro senior policy advisor and member of the Transportation Research Board study committee; Dr. Philip Wu, pediatric lead for weight management and community health at Kaiser Permanente; and Dick Schouten, Washington County Commissioner. Held at Coldwell Banker Building at the Beaverton Round, 12725 SW Millikan Way, room 390, Beaverton (entrance faces Beaverton Central MAX station). Free. For more information, call 503-906-7941 or send e-mail to pete@wta-tma.org. Hosted by Westside Transportation Alliance and Metro Regional Travel Options

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1921 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 07:45:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/18/2010 - Metro Council meeting]]> Metro Council meetings are held in the council chambers at Metro Regional Center unless otherwise noted. The public is encouraged to attend. Every council meeting includes a citizen communications agenda item to provide an opportunity for comments on topics that are not on the agenda. Metro Regional Center, council chambers

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Metro Council meetings are cablecast live on the regional Community Access Network, Tualatin Valley Television (TVC TV) cable channel 11. Most households with cable service in the Portland metropolitan area receive channel 11. The meetings are replayed on local community and government access channels at various times throughout the week.View cablecast schedule

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1258 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/18/2010 - Comprehensive organic gardener program]]> In partnership with Seattle Tilth, Oregon Tilth offers a multi-session program in organic vegetable gardening. The curriculum merges scientific and functional approaches while emphasizing hands-on practice. This unique and popular course is designed to give the beginning gardener an introduction to the dynamic world of organic gardening and an opportunity to get their hands dirty in the process! Students can expect to learn all of the basic concepts involved in organic food gardening including building healthy soil, garden planning and crop rotation, planting techniques, season extension and other methods for gardening year round, organic pest and disease control, water conservation and seed saving.By the end of class, participants should be ready to install and plant a veggie garden. Classes are held on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. beginning March 4 through March 25, 2010. Registration required in advance; visit www.tilth.org. Hosted by Oregon Tilth and Seattle Tilth

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1340 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Forest Park Day of Stewardship]]> Join the Forest Park Conservancy for a morning of volunteer stewardship in Forest Park. Help remove non-native invasive species and plant native trees and shrubs at four different sites. No experience required; all tools and instruction provided. A volunteer appreciation party will follow the event. Advance registration required; call 503-223-5449. Hosted by Forest Park Conservancy

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1265 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Green space planting: Interstate 205 corridor, South Pioneer]]> Join the Friends of Trees and help plant trees to beautify the Interstate 205 multi-use path as part of a three-year project in partnership with ODOT and Metro. Tools, work gloves, coffee and snacks provided. Meet at Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard and Southeast 95th Avenue. Hosted by Friends of Trees

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1366 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Help protect and restore the Willamette River]]> Join the South Portland Riverbank Partners for their monthly work party along the Willamette River. Activities vary with the season but generally include planting native plants, removing invasive species, improving trails and fences and removing litter from the river banks. Tools and training provided. Appropriate for all ages; children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes recommended.

Meet at the sheltered picnic area at the southern end of Willamette Park (Southwest Nebraska St. and Southwest Macadam Ave.). Hosted by South Portland Riverbank Partners

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=889 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - What's blooming on the refuge: Guided plant walk]]> Join refuge volunteer botanist Ginny Maffitt for a guided spring plant walk. Discover what's blooming and how native plants are vital to healthy wildlife habitats. Dress for the weather. Participants are encouraged to bring cameras, plant identification guides and nature journals if you have them. Binoculars are always handy for those watchable wildlife moments. Meet at the wildlife center. Advance registration required; call 503-625-5944. Hosted by Tualatin River Wildlife Refuge

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1876 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Comprehensive organic gardener program]]> In partnership with Seattle Tilth, Oregon Tilth offers a multi-session program in organic vegetable gardening. The curriculum merges scientific and functional approaches while emphasizing hands-on practice. This unique and popular course is designed to give the beginning gardener an introduction to the dynamic world of organic gardening and an opportunity to get their hands dirty in the process! Students can expect to learn all of the basic concepts involved in organic food gardening including building healthy soil, garden planning and crop rotation, planting techniques, season extension and other methods for gardening year round, organic pest and disease control, water conservation and seed saving.By the end of class, participants should be ready to install and plant a veggie garden. Classes are held on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. beginning March 4 through March 25, 2010. Registration required in advance; visit www.tilth.org. Hosted by Oregon Tilth and Seattle Tilth

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1344 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - TogetherGreen Volunteer Day]]>

Through a grant from Toyota and the National Audubon Society, the Audubon Society of Portland sponsors large work parties to restore and maintain the beautiful Audubon sanctuary. Each work party begins with a short program and continental breakfast. Lunch provided. Suitable for age 15 and older with an adult. For more information, call 503-292-6855 ext. 108. Hosted by Audubon Society of Portland

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1355 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - SOLV spring Oregon beach cleanup ]]> Join SOLV and Oregon State Parks and volunteer to help clean up any one of over 44 beach sites to help clear the entire Oregon coast of harmful litter and debris. Advance registration required; vist www.solv.org to register and view a map of registration sites along the coast. Hosted by SOLV

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1336 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Saturday guided nature hikes]]> Batty bats

Join a park naturalist for a free guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Topics vary but are appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany children on all hikes. For more information or if attending in a group of more than 10 people, call 503-636-9886 ext. 222. Hosted by Friends of Tryon Creek State Park

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1370 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Grow your own organic veggies]]> Bring the organic gardening experience home with time-tested tips from celebrated gardening author Linda Beutler. Learn to grow a robust variety of tasty vegetables year-round. Get the latest on weeding effectively, watering without waste, enhancing soil fertility and controlling pests without poisons.

Complimentary coupons and publications for all participants. Free. Advanced registration encouraged; drop-ins welcome if space is available. Follow the link below to register online or call 503-234-3000. Hosted by Metro, OSU Extension Service Community and Urban Horticulture, and Larsen Farm Nursery

Learn more about natural gardening

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1572 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Pesticide-free pest control]]> Discover effective, nontoxic ways to tackle weeds, pests and plant diseases from Oregon State University horticulturist Weston Miller. Discover how a few simple steps for preventing problems early on can save a lot of work later. Learn the latest techniques for making your yard beautiful and safe for children, pets, wildlife and waterways.

Complimentary coupons and publications for all participants. Free. Advanced registration encouraged; drop-ins welcome if space is available. Follow the link below to register online or call 503-234-3000. Hosted by Metro, OSU Extension Service Community and Urban Horticulture, and Schedeens

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]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1573 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Terrific turf without toxics]]> Want to mow less, keep your lawn looking great and protect your kids and pets from chemicals? Learn the latest techniques for safely and effectively controlling weeds, preventing pests and watering wisely local gardening expert Glen Andresen. See how mulch and seed can green up your lawn without polluting the stormwater runoff that flows into local rivers and streams.

Complimentary coupons and publications for all participants. Free. Advanced registration encouraged; drop-ins welcome if space is available. Follow the link below to register online or call 503-234-3000. Hosted by Metro, OSU Extension Service Community and Urban Horticulture, and Ace Hardware

Learn more about natural gardening

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1574 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Raising ducks]]> Ever thought about expanding your poultry holdings or are you seeking a fun pet that provides benefits in exchange for its upkeep? Then we suggest that you consider ducks. Ducks are great for the gardenscape, charming companions, easy to care for and are a source for rich, delicious eggs. They love to snack on slugs and snails. Come find out the inside track on adding more life to your landscape!Live ducks will be assisting at this workshop. $10 for adults; children are free. Hosted by Pistils Nursery

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1986 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/20/2010 - Spring for support]]> Spring to your favorite local Portland restaurant to support The American Center for Sustainability! On Saturday, March 20, various restaurants around Portland will donate a percentage of their profits to the American Center for Sustainability. Founded in 2006, ACS is a Portland-based, volunteer-powered, nonprofit organization with the goal to help develop a sustainable, local food web across Oregon. Spring for support helps aid ACS programs such as The Annual Plant Project which has distributed more than 100,000 free seedlings to Oregon nonprofit food initiatives! For more information, call 503-460-7136 or send e-mail tocommunityshift@gmail.com. Hosted by The American Center for Sustainability

Participating restaurants include:

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1958 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/21/2010 - Basics of chicken keeping]]> Why is chicken keeping so popular? Because chickens are charming and very simple to keep. Come learn about the diverse and beautiful breeds, and how to raise happy hens. Chickens are entrancing, ornamental and charismatic. Discover the delights of fresh eggs and having a lovely new set of companions in the gardenscape. Hosted by Pistils Nursery

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1987 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 13:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/23/2010 - Spring break exploration days]]> Learn, explore, and experience the wonders of the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge. How many bugs live in the wetland pond? What is a mammal? Is that a bird skull? What animal left behind this sign? Is a copepod real? What does beaver fur feel like? Find out the answers to these questions, plus make your own binoculars to take home, play nature bingo while taking a walk, learn about bird bill adaptations and much more! Join us at the Refuge: March 23-26 1-3pm. Free. Advance registration not required. For more information, call 503-625-5944 ext. 222 or send e-mail to jenna_mendenhall@fws.gov. Hosted by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1994 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 13:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/23/2010 - Metro Council work session]]> Work sessions are informational without action items. Agendas and packets are available on Metro's web site. Call to confirm the date and time of the meeting. Metro Regional Center, council chambers

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]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1244 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/23/2010 - Green cleaning ]]> The average American uses about 40 pounds of toxic cleaning products every year. Interested in making your own green cleaners at home and want to learn how? Detoxify your home and save money by making non-toxic cleaners for kitchen and bath. Participants will leave with lots of tips and techniques and their own laundry detergent, all-purpose cleaner and creamy soft scrub. Hosted by Oregon Center for Environmental Health

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1380 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 18:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/24/2010 - Spring break day camp]]> Spend the day exploring the habitats of Cooper Mountain that make this park the perfect place for the Western gray squirrel. Find out why these squirrels are so important and what humans can do to help them thrive. Suitable for ages 6 to10. Hosted by Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1309 Wed, 24 Mar 2010 08:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/24/2010 - Tadpole tales]]> Children ages 3-5 and their parents are invited to explore nature with the Columbia Slough Watershed Council. Enjoy a story and nature walk with different themes each week such as frogs, birds or bugs. Meeting place provided with registration. Advance registration required; send e-mail to intern@columbiaslough.org or call 503-281-1132. Hosted by Columbia Slough Watershed Council

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=1300 Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[03/24/2010 - Spring break exploration days]]> Learn, explore, and experience the wonders of the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge. How many bugs live in the wetland pond? What is a mammal? Is that a bird skull? What animal left behind this sign? Is a copepod real? What does beaver fur feel like? Find out the answers to these questions, plus make your own binoculars to take home, play nature bingo while taking a walk, learn about bird bill adaptations and much more! Join us at the Refuge: March 23-26 1-3pm. Free. Advance registration not required. For more information, call 503-625-5944 ext. 222 or send e-mail to jenna_mendenhall@fws.gov. Hosted by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge

]]> http://calendar.oregonmetro.gov/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=2001 Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:00:00 -0700