November 2015
Introduction to Master Gardener Program
Applications now being accepted for the Master Gardener Program-attend an informational session to learn more. Are you a lifelong learner who enjoys gardening? Want to experience the power of sharing sustainable gardening knowledge with your community? Then the Master Gardener program may be just the thing for you! Come to an informational session to learn more about the program and how you can become part of this great organization. Two informational sessions will be held: at the Port Angeles Library,…
Find out more »April 2016
Ciscoe Morris at Port Angeles Library
Reinvigorate your garden and refresh your planting strategies this spring with environmentally-friendly gardening guru Ciscoe Morris. New Ideas in Gardening will take place at 6:30pm on Saturday, April 2, at the Port Angeles Main Library. This free after-hours program will highlight new ideas and old wisdom for keeping your plants healthy and attractive. Morris will discuss which perennials to cut back and divide, methods for pest control, pruning strategies, when and how to fertilize plants, and much more. See which…
Find out more »Trashy Art Night
WSU Extension is excited to host four fun free events exploring waste reduction, art, and green living as part of a sustainability series. Trashy Art Night Co-sponsored by the RainFest Upcycle and Trashion Show and CoastSavers Get creative with material reuse! Be inspired by wearable “trashion” and other crafty ideas; make wearable or functional art from materials that would otherwise go in the trash! Some materials provided--bring interesting discards, crafting supplies. Register to enter the RainFest River & Ocean Days Upcycle and…
Find out more »May 2016
Food Recovery and Gleaning Kickoff-Port Angeles
WSU Extension is excited to host four fun free community events exploring waste reduction, art, self-reliance and green living as a part of a sustainability series. Calling old and new gleaners and anyone interested in food waste! Learn about impacts of food waste and how we turn it into a resource for our community. Meet WSU’s new Food Recovery Coordinator at this fun gathering! Snacks provided.
Find out more »Re-use Roundtable
Learn and share tricks and tips for fixing electronics, clothes and other stuff on your own. Build community connections and reduce the number of repairable objects that are thrown in the trash.
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December 2016
Teen Leadership Club and Know Your Government Inquiry Meeting
For High School youth (9-12th grade).See Flyer Here! Now is your opportunity to participate in the Clallam County 4-H Teen Leadership Club and the WA State 4-H Know Your Government Conference. This year’s theme is The Justice System so it will be lots of fun interactive learning about our courts! Just want to learn what it’s all about?? Come to our inquiry meeting Wednesday, December 7th at the Port Angeles Library from 5:00-6:00pm. Snacks provided!
Find out more »September 2017
4-H New Family Info Night- Port Angeles
Learn the basics of 4-H and how to join a club!
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February 2019
March 2019
CreativiTea: Garden Crafts at the Port Angeles Main Library
Monday, March 18 at 6pm Port Angeles Main Library Wednesday, March 20 at 6pm Sequim Branch Library Ease into spring with CreativiTea! Sip tea, enjoy friendly conversation, and create zero waste crafts from an assortment of repurposed materials. Create seeded paper hearts and other reclaimed garden crafts. Information about gleaning and other gardening tips will be shared. In partnership with Clallam County Waste Reduction and WSU Extension. This program is generously funded by the Port Angeles Friends of the Library…
Find out more »June 2019
Port Angeles Gleaning Kick-Off Potluck
Join us for a Gleaning Potluck with snacks and refreshment and information about the gleaning program. Learn about harvesting extra fruits and vegetables from farms and gardens to fill food banks and your fridge! Port Angeles Library: Wednesday June 12th 6pm-7pm Sequim Library: Thursday June 13th 6pm-7pm For more information contact the WSU Gleaning Coordinator Sharah Truett at 360-565-2619 or struett@co.clallam.wa.us.
Find out more »October 2019
Farm Week Event: Clallam County Agriculture: Past, Present, and Future
Join Clea Rome, Director of Washington State University Clallam County Extension, for a presentation on agriculture in Clallam County and our unique and evolving “place-based” food systems as part of 2019 Clallam County Farm Week. Photo by Amy McIntyre
Find out more »4-H Information Night
WSU Extension’s 4-H Youth Development Program’s 2019-2020 4-H year is just beginning! 4-H programs teach life skills through hands-on experiential learning in project areas such as animals, sewing, cooking, or science, etc. Families and potential volunteers are invited to “Learn About 4-H” in your community. There will be a 4-H information session from 6:30pm-7:30pm on Thursday, October 17th 2019 in the Carver Room of the Port Angeles Branch NOLS Library. Come learn about the great opportunities available through the 4-H…
Find out more »New 4-H Volunteer Training
Do you have an interest to share? Do you like working with youth? 4-H volunteers can help with a 4-H project area, start a new club or program in your neighborhood, teach a class in their area of expertise, or help behind the scenes. You are invited to attend Clallam County 4-H New Volunteer Training to learn more about WSU Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program. Training will be held on Tuesday, October 29th from 6:00-8:00pm in the Carver Room at…
Find out more »November 2019
New 4-H Volunteer Training
Do you have an interest to share? Do you like working with youth? 4-H volunteers can help with a 4-H project area, start a new club or program in your neighborhood, teach a class in their area of expertise, or help behind the scenes. You are invited to attend Clallam County 4-H New Volunteer Training to learn more about WSU Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program. Training will be held on Saturday, November 2nd from 10am-12pm in the Carver Room at…
Find out more »March 2020
4-H New Volunteer Orientation – Canceled
This event has been cancelled due to COVID-19. Every person wishing to become a 4-H volunteer must undergo a short training sessions before being allowed to volunteer with the organization. Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination.Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who participate in 4-H events and programs.Contact Melanie Greer at the Clallam County 4-H Extension Office at 223 E.…
Find out more »November 2022
Port Angeles: Information Session for 2023 Master Gardener Training
Do you love sharing gardening information with your community? Are you a gardening enthusiast? Then you may love being a WSU Master Gardener! Come find out more about this premier WSU Volunteer Organization that has 4,000 members across the state! Our local community is looking for educators to share research based, sustainable gardening practices with them and that could be you! Join us at the Port Angeles Library's Carver Room 2210 S Peabody Street, Port Angeles, WA 98362 Tuesday…
Find out more »January 2023
Green Thumb – Where Are All The Weeds?
Spring may be many weeks away, but there lurks a force to be reckoned with in the garden as soon as the days grow longer—weeds. Join David Whiting for the Green Thumb Garden Tips presentation “Where Are All The Weeds?” and discover where weeds are now and what you can do to keep them at bay when they finally arrive. The Green Thumb Garden Tips presentation “Where Are All The Weeds?” will be held in person on: Thursday, January 26th…
Find out more »April 2023
Green Thumb – Pollinator Plantings: Perfecting the Process
Whether you are interested in adding some native plants to your landscape, creating a wildflower meadow, planting for beneficial insects in your vegetable garden, or designing a few pots for pollinators, pro-pollinator information is exploding. Join Jefferson County Master Gardener Nita Wester for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Pollinator Plantings: Perfecting the Process” and find out how you can help lead the way in reversing the devastating decline in pollinator populations. “Pollinator Plantings: Perfecting the Process” will be held…
Find out more »May 2023
Green Thumb – Forty Plants, Four Seasons
The shocking white of a New Zealand-native libertia against the burnt umber backdrop of a Japanese maple. Find out how you create your own thriving, interesting garden year-round with experts David Whiting and Jeff de Jong. (Photo by David Whiting). A gorgeous garden that flourishes all year long in Western Washington can be tricky, especially on the Olympic Peninsula. Our climate, microclimates, water and soil can be demanding and changeable, so it’s important for gardeners to “know before you grow.”…
Find out more »Green Thumb – Poisonous Plants of the Olympic Peninsula
A tansy ragwort infestation. The Olympic Peninsula hosts a diverse number of plants, including many edible plants. But unfortunately, poisonous plants, both native and introduced, also grow on the Peninsula. These poisonous plants run the spectrum from causing skin rashes when touched all the way up to potentially killing humans and pets if consumed. But with a little bit of knowledge and a good eye, you can identify these plants and protect yourself, your family, friends and pets from their…
Find out more »June 2023
Green Thumb – Growing Food in a Greenhouse
Find out how you can grow more food in your greenhouse year-round. The climate on the north Olympic Peninsula has many advantages, but it makes growing some vegetable varieties difficult. Having a greenhouse can open up a world of possibilities to you beyond growing tomatoes or peppers. Join Clallam County Master Gardeners Betsy Burlingame and David Ramblin for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Growing Food in a Greenhouse” and find out how to extend your growing season, both spring…
Find out more »Green Thumb – Wasps, Hornets and Their Mimics
Bees are beneficial, but what about their buzzy bros, wasps and hornets? - Photo by Flo on Unsplash.com We’ve heard about the wonderful and incredibly important benefits that bees provide as pollinators, but what about their buzzy counterparts, wasps and hornets? Join WSU Clallam County Extension Regional Horticulture Specialist Laurel Moulton for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Wasps, Hornets and Their Mimics” to help dispel the negative notions surrounding these valuable creatures. Find a direct link to the live…
Find out more »July 2023
Green Thumb – Tips and Tricks From a Flower Farmer
There’s nothing quite like beautiful blooms in full blossom in your garden and fresh-cut flowers inside your home. Bring out the best in your flowering favorites all summer and beyond! Join Jefferson County Master Gardener Candice Gohn for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Tips & Tricks from a Flower Farmer” and find out how you can make the most of colorful, long-lived flowers both inside and outside your home. The Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Tips & Tricks from…
Find out more »Green Thumb – A History of Coffee
There’s nothing quite like a fresh cup of coffee—the aroma, the swirl of the cream, the first sip….aaaah, Hello Morning! But there are a lot of steps in between the first sprouts of a coffee plant and that delicious morning joe. Java-philes and casual coffee drinkers alike can get a deeper awareness for that beautiful bean by joining Clallam County Master Gardener Margery Whites for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation: “A History of Coffee.” The Green Thumb Education Series…
Find out more »August 2023
Green Thumb – All About Cool Greens
If you think you can’t grow your own salad greens over winter, think again. Join Clallam County Master Gardener Bob Cain for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “All About Cool Greens,” to find out what salad crops and greens you can grow when the days grow short and the temperature cools. The Green Thumb Education Series presentation “All About Cool Greens” will be held in person on Thursday, August 10th from noon – 1:00 p.m. at the Port Angeles…
Find out more »Green Thumb – Growing Dahlias Successfully
This is the time of year when dahlias are blooming and showing off the amazing variety of colors and flower shapes that characterize this wonderful plant. If you’ve ever thought about growing these summer stunners but don’t have the know-how, join Clallam County Master Gardener and dahlia devotee Gary McLaughlin for the Green Thumb Education Series Presentation, “Growing Dahlias Successfully.” The Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Growing Dahlias Successfully” will be held in person on Thursday, August 24th from noon…
Find out more »September 2023
Green Thumb – Farewell to Summer: Autumn Leaves
Summer flowers on the Olympic Peninsula are fading as the days cool and become shorter. Don’t despair—a new burst of color in your gar-den is right around the corner! Join Clallam County Master Gardener Jeanette Stehr-Green for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Farewell to Summer: Autumn Leaves” and say hello to fabulous fall foliage. The Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Farewell to Summer: Autumn Leaves” will be held in person on Thursday, September 14th from noon – 1:00 p.m.…
Find out more »Green Thumb – Pruning Beyond the Basics: Espalier, Pollarding and Coppicing
Ready to take your pruning skills to the next level? Join Clallam County Master Gardener Keith Dekker for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Pruning—Beyond the Basics: Espalier, Pollarding, and Coppicing,” to learn techniques that help make your trees and shrubs healthier, more productive and interesting. The Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Pruning Beyond the Basics” will be held in person on Thursday, September 28th from noon – 1:00 p.m. at the Port Angeles Library’s Carver Room, 2210 S. Peabody…
Find out more »October 2023
Green Thumb – Expand Your Garden
Photo by Iris Fagerland If you adore your plants and want more of them, join local nursery owner Iris Fagerland for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Expand Your Garden, Asexual Propagation Through Cuttings,” and find out how you can reproduce and share more of the plants you love. The Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Expand Your Garden - Asexual Plant Propagation Through Cuttings” will be held in person; On Thursday, October 12th from noon – 1:00 p.m. at the…
Find out more »Green Thumb – Propagation of Hardy Ferns
For thousands of years, ferns have been gracing our planet with their wispy, feathery leaves, providing beauty and grace in forests, fields, jungles and gardens. With over 10,500 fern varieties, they never cease to beautify our surroundings. Learn more about how you can grow and reproduce these green, frond-y gems and join WSU Clallam County Master Gardener, Sara Farinelli. The Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Propagating Ferns” will be held in person and via Zoom on Thursday, October 26th from…
Find out more »November 2023
Green Thumb – A Review of Western WA Forest Health
Forests are an integral part of our ecosystem in Western Washington, fostering trees and plants that filter air and water, as well as offering habitat for critical species that are vital to the well-being of our area. What factors can put our forests at risk? Join Washington Department of Natural Resources forest pathologist Rachel Brooks for a Green Thumb Education Series presentation and find out what is impacting the health of our forests. The Green Thumb Education Series presentation “A…
Find out more »December 2023
Green Thumb – Growing Sweet Potatoes
Diced, sliced, baked, sautéed or mixed in pies; sweet potatoes are a family favorite packed with flavor and vitamins. But growing them on the Olympic Peninsula has been traditionally difficult. Now, with new cultivars more suited to our maritime climate, it is possible to grow these tasty tubers west of the Cascades! Learn how by joining Washington State University Clallam County Extension Regional Horticulture Specialist Laurel Moulton for the Green Thumb Education Series presentation “Growing Sweet Potatoes.” Gardeners will learn…
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