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January 2021
Volunteer with Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah
The Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah invite you to volunteer on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday mornings for a variety of tasks to restore and maintain native plant habitats. Activities include seed harvest, weeding, planting seedlings, and preparing and caring for beds. The nursery is a fun and beautiful place to work and get some fresh air and activity. Find more information about volunteering and events here.
Find out more »April 2021
Save The Bees
SAVE OREGON’S BEES The Nonprofit group "Beyond Toxics" wants you to know that Oregon's bees are in trouble and many species are at risk of extinction. As pollinator populations decline, the lower production of healthy fruits and vegetables places the entire natural system in peril. To help, you can avoid using insecticides in your yard or garden, and you can encourage bee-friendly flowers in your environment. More information is available by clicking here.
Find out more »June 2021
Extreme Heat Resources
REMEMBER: Those at greatest risk for heat-related illness include young children; adults 65 and older; athletes; and people with chronic illness or who are overweight, work outdoors, or have a low income. The best way to protect yourself from the harmful effects of excessive heat is to stay cool, stay hydrated and stay informed. Wear light colored clothing and use sunscreen. Schedule outdoor activities during cooler times of the day — like in the morning or evening. Drink plenty of…
Find out more »July 2021
Rental assistance in Lane County
Oregon Governor Kate Brown extended the moratorium on evictions to December 31, 2021. Apply for rent or utilities assistance at Oregon Rental Assistance, if you are behind on rent or utilities, or cannot pay current or future rent. You can apply for up to 12 months of back rent and 3 months of future rent, as well as help with utilities. If you need help with future months, make sure to include that in your application! The program is offered to…
Find out more »NAACP Mims House Food Distribution
The NAACP has opened the Mims House Food and Distro hub for community members in need and are offering the following items: fresh or frozen produce frozen, refrigerated, and shelf-stable staples personal items such as shampoo and conditioner baby formula and diapers toothbrushes and toothpaste laundry soap and dish soap The NAACP will ask that community members complete an assessment form to inform them about items and resources needed. The Mims House Food and Distro hub is available Monday through Friday…
Find out more »August 2021
Food for Lane County
The organization "Food for Lane County" runs food pantries, meal sites, farms and gardens, and home delivery programs to address dangerous food insecurity. Whether you are a farmer, a farmer's market fan, a budding home gardener, someone seeking nutritional or food support, or a community member able to donate funds, food, or time, you are welcome at Food for Lane County. Call 541-343-2822 for more information or click here.
Find out more »Mask mandate reinstated in Oregon
Governor Kate Brown has reinstated a statewide mask requirement for all indoor public settings, including businesses, regardless of vaccination status. The new mandate addresses COVID-19 hospitalizations breaking records throughout the state due to the highly transmissible delta variant. State and county health officials emphasize that vaccinations remain the most important tool in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly when coupled with masking and social distancing, and significantly reduces the risk of severe disease and death. Vaccination clinic schedules can be viewed…
Find out more »Early Childhood CARES
Did you know that a child’s brain makes one million new neural connections every second before the age of 5? The rapid brain development experienced in early childhood makes this the best time in a child’s life to begin providing intervention services for developmental delays if needed. Early Childhood CARES is Lane County’s early intervention and early childhood special education provider. They provide free developmental screenings and special education services for Lane County children from birth to kindergarten. If you…
Find out more »Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is full of flowers. Each carried by someone committed to ending this disease. And right now, we need you to join us. Because when you take part in Walk, you’re helping to raise funds and awareness for a breakthrough in the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Whether this is your first Walk, or you’ve done it every year, right now we need you to add your flower to the fight. Because…
Find out more »Safe Medication Disposal
“Take Meds Seriously Oregon” reminds you to check your medicine cabinet for expired or unused medications. To keep your family safe, it's important to store medications safely and review expiration dates. Take Meds Seriously! Use them safely, store them safely, and dispose of them safely. To learn more and find locations where you can dispose medications, click here.
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