The Northwest African American Museum in Seattle honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with its annual King Day celebration featuring notable speakers, inspirational performances, kids' activities and giveaways
Monday, Jan 20, 2025 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Spokane Convention Center
“Join us as we celebrate the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during a community discussion and commitment to continue building a beloved community for all. Students will gather for a march downtown to celebrate the work of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and discuss the impact he had on our communities and what it looks like to continue to build on a ‘beloved community for all.’”
The City of Tacoma’s Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) announces the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration taking place on Monday, January 20, 2025. The event will include the presentation of the Lifetime Service Award, honoring Shawn Durnen, and the Emerging Leader Award, recognizing Brian Gatewood. In addition to these honors, the celebration will feature a dynamic program and a community outreach fair. The program begins at 1 p.m. at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center (GTCC), located at 1500 Commerce St., Tacoma.
Community Outreach Fair: 11:00 AM
Celebration: 1:00 PM
Join NOAA on January 23 at 12:00 PM PST for an eeWEBINAR featuring new (and free!) resources for integrating climate education into your teaching and learning.
Three climate change leaders will share materials to advance climate change education: Frank Niepold, NOAA’s Senior Climate Education Program Manager, Dr. Bora Simmons, Director of the Project for Excellence Program of NAAEE, and Dr. Christopher Roland Knittel from MIT’s climate education group.
Speakers will discuss:
NOAA’s recently-released "Climate Literacy: Essential Principles for Understanding and Addressing Climate Change"
NAAEE’s “Educating for Climate Action and Justice,” the latest module in the Guidelines for Excellence series
New high-school climate change lesson plans from MIT that are free and easy to use
Additional resources from NAAEE and NOAA that can support climate education at all levels
All registrants will receive the recording of this webinar.
This winter's series explores some of the many ways we can ensure joyful outdoor learning is for everyone. From resourced educators, to accessible programming, and skills to support interactions, we'll unlock new ways of being in relationship with those who are different from us, including all living beings, with empathy and consent, and without fear. The series has three distinct 2-hour sessions, which complement one another and interact as scaffolded learning. There's a discount for attending all three; however, you're welcome to attend any of the sessions à la carte.
See the three-event workshop series below.
Feb. 3 Teacher Wellness:
Resourced Teachers: a basic needs assessment practice
Offered by Nicole Corbo
Feb. 10 High Quality Outdoor Learning:
Nature for All: embracing accessibility & inclusion for children with disabilities
Offered by Shawn Rundell
Feb. 17 Special Skills Workshop:
Wonder-Full Interactions: releasing fear & respecting autonomy
Offered by Alyssa Venable
When: Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 3:30-4:30 pm PST
How: Advance registration is required, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtc-irrz8rE9SQd8MXPuzo4roUjNgOk9uI
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Who: Educators (classroom, informal, nature, outdoor, etc.) and other group and community leaders in King, Pierce or Snohomish Counties who want to help get people engaged in City Nature Challenge.
What: We’ll cover the background and goals of this global and local event, how to use the iNaturalist app both to upload and to explore observations, and share some fun stories of past events. We will also discuss creative ideas for how best to motivate and lead others to successfully participate in this event. We’ll include tips on maintaining respectful relationships with nature and how to find wild plants and animals in unexpected places!
Information on the Seattle-Tacoma City Nature Challenge:
Woodland Park Zoo: https://www.zoo.org/conservation/naturechallenge
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium: https://www.pdza.org/event/city-nature-challenge/
Information on the global City Nature Challenge: https://www.citynaturechallenge.org/
Hosted by: Your Seattle-Tacoma CNC Planning Team - Woodland Park Zoo, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Seattle Parks and Recreation, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's Habitat at Home Program, Green Tukwila / City of Tukwila, The Nature Conservancy in Washington, Washington State Department of Agriculture Pest Program and a graduate student with the Advanced Inquiry Program of Miami University of Ohio/Woodland Park Zoo.
The Nature Everywhere Conference brings together cross-sector leaders to advance programs, practices and policies for increasing equitable access to nature everywhere children live, learn and play.
The 2025 Nature Everywhere Conference will highlight best practices from around the world – and from Minnesota’s Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, longtime partners in our work to connect children, families and communities to the proven benefits of nature.
Registration will open soon
Join the Association for Advancing Participatory Sciences in Portland for four exciting days of collaboration! CAPS is the premiere annual gathering of scholars, practitioners, and facilitators in the field of participatory sciences. This year’s event will take place in Portland, Oregon, May 27-30, 2025, and is your opportunity to expand and share your perspectives and skills with the broadest possible audience.
CAPS 2025 will feature symposia, talks, collaborative discussions, and networking events, plus skills-building workshops, and field trips showcasing the unique ecosystems and projects of the Pacific Northwest.
Oregon State University is our host organization, in collaboration with Portland State University–core sessions will be held at the downtown Portland PSU Smith Memorial Union. Special events throughout the week will take place at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, World Forestry Center, and OSU Portland Center.
Pacific NorthWest Allied Networks (PNW-AN) scheduled meeting time on Thursday, December 12 at 11am-1pm PST is canceled and we aim to reconvene the group in 2025.
Please watch the PNW Allied Networks page (https://www.e3washington.org/pnw-allied-networks) on the E3 WA website for updates.
Join the Washington State Department of Commerce for a webinar on December 18, 12-1 p.m., to gain a comprehensive overview of Washington state’s Federal Funds Grant Writing Assistance Program (FFGWAP). This informative session will highlight the program’s key features and services, with a dedicated Q&A segment to address your questions.
Dates: December 6th from 8 AM – 5 PM
Location: Cedarbrook Lodge in Seattle WA.
Ticket Options: Tickets are $150 and we have a limited number of complimentary tickets available for those in need.
You can register for the event by clicking https://wcaction.us/CarbonFriendlyForestryConference.
With National Family Volunteer Day approaching, we invite you to join the IATC volunteer crew in assisting WA State Parks with the removal of invasive plants, including European Holly and blackberry bushes, from Squak Mountain.
Years ago there was a Holly farm in the neighborhood and because European Holly spreads well in our climate it is very prolific and eventually chokes out our Western WA native plants. They will provide know how and most tools, but this is a big project so they need your help!
WHEN AND WHERE:
Date & Time: Thursday, November 21, 2024, 9 AM - 12 PM
Meeting Location: Squak Mountain Trail Parking at May Valley Loop Trailhead. We will meet in the parking lot and walk up the hill together on the trail with tools.
WHAT TO BRING:
Closed-toed shoes are required. Please dress in layers for the weather (don’t forget your rain gear if rain is in the forecast) and in long sleeves and pants you don't mind getting dirty. Bring a full water bottle, warm drink, and snacks. If you have gloves and pliers (for the small roots), please bring them.
Registration required.
YMCA of Greater Seattle’s Outdoor Leadership Team is hosting a Networking Event for King County area environmental professionals. Join us on October 16 at Stoup Brewing – Capitol Hill location in Seattle to engage with environmental professionals of all types who value youth-driven projects and programs that address community needs, create leadership development opportunities, and amplify youth voices in the environmental field. This event invites professionals from across the environmental and education sectors to share insights, collaborate on innovative solutions, and foster partnerships.
Check out the Eventbrite for more details and to let us know you’re coming. Feel free to share out with other folks you think might be interested, too!
Spokane, WA
E3 WA and the Washington Science Teachers Association (WSTA) are co-hosting a statewide science teacher professional learning conference in Spokane, Washington this October. Environmental Educators are strongly encouraged to attend. Organizations are invited to support the event by hosting an Exhibitor’s Booth or sponsoring the event to gain visibility with this statewide audience.
You’re invited! The Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust is hosting a Greenway National Heritage Area Meetup on Thursday, October 10th, from 5-7 pm at the Seattle REI Flagship store. Please join us, members of the public, and other heritage professionals to “Discover your National Heritage Area.” The event is free and open to the public, and you can sign up here to join us: RSVP.
Having a strong family support base is key to the longevity of a garden program. Join us in learning how Wasatch Community Gardens in Utah involve their language-rich community!
Presenters will include:
- Kimberly Yapias, School and Family Garden Manager at Wasatch Community Gardens in Salt Lake City, UT
- Emily Büchi, Youth and School Program Director at Wasatch Community Gardens in Salt Lake City, UT
This webinar is a part of a webinar series highlighting participants of the 2023 SGSO Leadership Institute, hosted by Life Lab in partnership with Whole Kids Foundation and the SGSO Network. Every year, the SGSO Leadership Institute provides an opportunity for selected SGSO leaders from across the country to collaborate, learn from one another, and develop resources to share with a national audience.
This webinar will be recorded and archived on the Recording Library section of our Webinars page.
The Teach Climate Network's three-day climate change education conference is built by educators and climate change professionals from across the US, Canada, and the Pacific Islands! Date: Three days during the week of July 15-19, 2024. Registration is now live!
Date: Three days during the week of July 15-19, 2024
Times: 10am CT to 6pm CT on July 15 & 16, may vary by cohort
Location: Virtual, may vary by cohort
More information about cohort day schedules available on the registration page.
Internships are a great way to involve youth more deeply in garden programming while giving them important job skills. Learn how educators from Durham, NC and Victoria, BC structure their programs!
Presented by City Parks Alliance, in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation
Greater & Greener is the premier event for innovators and decision-makers from across the global urban parks community. It’s the only event dedicated to exploring the full potential of parks as city-building tools.
Due to unprecedented demand, Greater & Greener has sold out and registration is closed. The waitlist has reached capacity as well.
SAVE THE DATE!
We are pleased to announce that Community Bike Works will be hosting the 2024 Youth Bike Summit in Allentown Pennsylvania, bringing the Youth Bike Summit to Lehigh Valley PA for the first time on June 14th - 16th next year!
More details to come.
This webinar, “Queering Ecology & Breaking Barriers with LGBTQ+ Conservation Leaders” will introduce the concepts, principles, and research behind Queer Ecology. We will discuss and explore the fascinating intersections of ecology and queer theory, challenging traditional binaries in gender, sexuality, and nature to enhance scientific understanding and promote inclusivity in the outdoors. Event details and information on how to register is below.
When: Thursday, June 6th, 12-1 pm PT / 3 - 4 pm ET
Where: Register for this virtual webinar today!
With Artist and Author Leah Marie Dorion
Jump into summer and join Métis artist Leah Marie Dorion as she shares stories and connection to the Land and Summer Solstice from her books. She will discuss her art and illustrations and how to celebrate summer cycles from a Metis point of view. You will have the opportunity to participate in a live art class with Leah and ask questions about Métis culture and outdoor learning.
Whether you're brand new or just wanting to know how to get more involved or more deeply understand our resources, join us for this hour to learn more about our programs and how we can help your school garden programming. You'll also get a taste of what we seek to do as a network: connect our members with one another and continually gather feedback on what you need to be successful in your programs. As a result, there will be time to meet other folks on the call and time to engage in a listening session where you'll share your biggest school garden challenges, needs, and solutions.
This webinar will be recorded and archived on the Recording Library section of our Webinars page.
Speaker: Betsy Goodrich, Forest Pathologist, USDA-FS
The WOW-WA Spring 2024 Webinar Series registration is now open! Join us to learn about common forest health concerns, management techniques, and resources available to help you reach your stewardship goals. The webinar series is hosted via Zoom from 6 to 7 p.m. and recordings are available to anyone who is registered. Dates and topics are as follows:
Click HERE to register! We welcome anyone to participate regardless of gender. Zoom access links will be sent to participants upon registration.
Orca Month 2024: From Orcas to Humans
Clean Water, Healthy Futures
Date & Time: May 29th, 5:30-6:30 PM Pacific Time
Hosts: Salish Sea Institute, Orca Salmon Alliance, The Foundation for WWU & Alumni
Orca Month, started by Orca Network, was created to bring together researchers, advocates and a growing community of orca lovers to raise awareness about the threats facing Southern Resident orcas. Now in its 18th year, Orca Month has spread from Washington to Oregon and British Columbia and includes educational and celebratory events throughout the month of June.
This year's Orca Month theme is Clean Water, Healthy Futures. Toxic pollution and contaminants in the environment are one of the three main threats facing orcas. Southern Residents in particular are susceptible to the impacts of toxics when combined with low prey availability. Join us for this special Orca Month opening webinar to hear from experts in the field who will provide an overview of common toxic substances and how they get into the water; how these toxic substances impact fish and killer whales; why people in low income and BIPOC communities experience disproportionate harm from these pollutants; and how we can take action to stop these pollutants from entering our waterways.
With Educator, Author and Consultant Lauren MacLean
Join us for an interactive workshop that delves into the world of sit spots and sensory wakeups and their significance in fostering a deeper connection with nature. Designed around the book “Me and My Sit Spot,” this engaging session will equip educators and nature enthusiasts with practical approaches to introduce and incorporate sit spots into their outdoor learning. Through the sit spot routine, we will also investigate how we can develop observational skills, mindfulness, reflection, and overall well-being.
Where: NEWESD (ESD 101) Building, 4202 South Regal Street, Spokane WA, 99223 (new wing of Talbott Event Center)
*Feel free to bring a lunch. Coffee and tea will be provided.
This is a new (and growing) collaborative for groups/individuals currently working with or wanting to work with schools/districts. These meetings provide a place to share best practices and break down barriers to providing students with fantastic learning opportunities to connect with their community and environment.
Please contact Amy Dawley (adawley@pacificeducationinstitute.org) with questions and to RSVP.
Make your program more inclusive by learning some best practices on affirming Gender Non-Conforming and Transgender youth in the garden!
Preparation and Response to Mediterranean Oak Borer in Washington State
Online Workshop (Zoom) – May 16th, 8am-12pm PDT.
Join us for an online workshop about the biology, impacts, monitoring, and management of invasive ambrosia beetles, including an emphasis on the Mediterranean oak borer. The workshop will be held online via Zoom on May 16th from 8-12pm PDT. It will include 7-8 presentations and a discussion to identify needs and coordinate responses in Washington.
The Summit will engage Tribal leaders, citizens, staff, youth, and collaborators in conversation about navigating the cultural, economic, and social challenges of climate change. This year’s theme, “Honoring Traditions, Shaping Futures”, reflects our commitment to preserving cultural heritage and forging a sustainable future for future generations.
Get ready for an exciting adventure with Front and Centered, ClimeTime, and our dynamic community partners!
At Community Education In Action, a two-day workshop, we'll dive deep into the heart of collaboration, bringing together community members, youth, and educators to embark on a journey of co-creation. Unleash your creativity as we craft together inspiring learning resources to address climate change through the lens of environmental and climate justice!
Discover the essence of a Just Transition and explore inspiring community-led projects as we learn to create how we can foster this type of transition in our own communities.
Let's sow the seeds of change together as we share our stories, passions, and expertise to co-create resources that resonate from local communities to the global stage!
***K-12 teachers who complete the workshop will receive 10 clock hours (6 regular. 4 STEM).
We will have food, prizes, and interpretation of English-Spanish during the event.
Don't miss out on this transformative experience! Join us either in Seattle or Yakima and be part of the movement to spark awareness and inspire action against climate and environmental injustices!
Dates and locations:
Seattle, WA: May 4-5 at the Central Seattle Public Library (Downtown)
Join for an interactive webinar with the Climate Mental Health Network to learn about the mental health impacts of climate change, especially to young people. And, learn about resources, books, and other programs to use in your work to help patrons navigate their climate emotions. Speakers include a Gen Z activist, therapist, researcher and advocate, all working on this issue together. The event will be recorded for those who cannot join live.
With Authors & Educators Dr. Gillian Judson, Klara Redford & Dr. Michelle McKay
Join our three fantastic educators and authors of ‘A Walking Curriculum for the Early Years’ for a beautiful walk into early years education that sparks curiosity and wonder. They will share their new innovative, interdisciplinary resource designed specifically for Early Years Educators that outlines an imaginative and ecological approach to taking student learning outside school walls.
Get ready for an exciting adventure with Front and Centered, ClimeTime, and our dynamic community partners!
At Community Education In Action, a two-day workshop, we'll dive deep into the heart of collaboration, bringing together community members, youth, and educators to embark on a journey of co-creation. Unleash your creativity as we craft together inspiring learning resources to address climate change through the lens of environmental and climate justice!
Discover the essence of a Just Transition and explore inspiring community-led projects as we learn to create how we can foster this type of transition in our own communities.
Let's sow the seeds of change together as we share our stories, passions, and expertise to co-create resources that resonate from local communities to the global stage!
***K-12 teachers who complete the workshop will receive 10 clock hours (6 regular. 4 STEM).
We will have food, prizes, and interpretation of English-Spanish during the event.
Don't miss out on this transformative experience! Join us either in Seattle or Yakima and be part of the movement to spark awareness and inspire action against climate and environmental injustices!
Dates and locations:
Yakima, WA: April 27-28 at the Yakima Valley College Conference Center
