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SUMMARY:What the Log Saw: Honoring the legacy of Catherine “The Log Lady” Coulson: Pop-Up Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:ON DISPLAY: May 1 - June 8\, 2025 Learn more here. \nThis pop-up exhibit honors the legacy of Catherine Coulson\, who brought the iconic character of Margaret “The Log Lady” Lanterman to life\, and explores how she took that role beyond the screen to make a real-world impact in her communities. Step into the world of Twin Peaks and discover the profound story behind one of the series’ most memorable characters. \nThrough this unique exhibit\, you’ll delve into the character and backstory of Margaret\, “The Log Lady\,” and learn how Catherine Coulson\, deeply moved by her character’s trauma\, used it as a platform to advocate for wildfire prevention and educate her community about the importance of protecting the forests she loved. \nIn this exhibit\, you’ll explore artifacts that made “The Log Lady” unforgettable: the iconic log\, photos of Catherine Coulson from her time on the show\, her signature glasses\, and other personal memorabilia. Through her advocacy and commitment\, Coulson’s impact extends beyond the Twin Peaks fandom\, influencing real-world efforts to protect the natural world. \n© 2025 Twin Peaks Productions\, Inc. TWIN PEAKS\, related marks and logos are trademarks of Twin Peaks Productions\, Inc. Used with permission. TWIN PEAKS: FROM A TO Z AVAILABLE ON BLU-RAY. INCLUDES ALL 3 SEASONS\, FIRE WALK WITH ME AND OVER 20 HOURS OF SPECIAL FEATURES! http://cbshe.com/TPZtoA
URL:https://worldforestry.org/event/what-the-log-saw-pop-up-exhibit/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, World Forestry Center\, 4033 SW Canyon Road\, Portland\, OR\, 97221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discovery Museum,Featured Exhibit,Museum
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SUMMARY:Sasquatch: Ancestral Guardians
DESCRIPTION:“We must walk lightly when we are between worlds with this sacred being.” – Phillip Cash Cash \nIndigenous peoples have long been in relationship with and shared stories about sacred forest protectors\, often called Sasquatch and Bigfoot. The works in this exhibition are made by Indigenous artists and honor generations of spiritual practices\, storytelling\, and tradition. Leave your preconceived notions behind and immerse yourself\, not in the question of if Sasquatch exists\, but rather\, how are we existing with and honoring this non-human other. \nThis exhibition has been extended to January 31\, 2026\, at the Discovery Museum. \nCurated to align with the mission of World Forestry Center\, this exhibition was created in collaboration with these Indigenous artists and the High Desert Museum in Bend\, Oregon\, which featured the exhibition Sensing Sasquatch in 2024. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe exhibition is advised by and consists of original artwork by: Phillip Cash Cash\, Ph.D. (Nez Perce\, Cayuse)\, HollyAnna CougarTracks DeCoteau Littlebull (Yakama\, Nez Perce\, Cayuse\, Cree)\, Charlene “Tillie” Dimmick (Warm Springs)\, Frank Buffalo Hyde (Nez Perce\, Onondaga) and Rocky LaRock (Salish)\, Greg Archuleta (Grand Ronde). \nLearn more about the exhibit here.
URL:https://worldforestry.org/event/sasquatch-ancestral-guardians/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum Gallery\, 4033 SW Canyon Rd.\, Portland\, OR\, 97221\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T113000
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SUMMARY:Forest Storytime
DESCRIPTION:On the first Wednesday of the month\, join us in the Discovery Museum’s reading nook for Forest Storytime. A storytime dedicated to forests and forest-themed books that connect adults and children and engage the imagination. Coloring pages are also available. \nThis offering is included with museum admission.
URL:https://worldforestry.org/event/forest-stories-2-2/2025-06-04/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, World Forestry Center\, 4033 SW Canyon Road\, Portland\, OR\, 97221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Museum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
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SUMMARY:Be Wildfire Aware! Community Preparedness Event
DESCRIPTION:Become fire-adapted and keep you and your community safe from wildfire. \nDates: June 7 & 8\, 2025 \nTime: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (both days) \nAdmission: Free \nCo-hosted by: \n\nWorld Forestry Center\nOregon State Fire Marshal\nPortland Fire & Rescue\n\nGenerously Sponsored by: \n\nPGE\nOPB\n\n\nIn light of increasing wildfire risks\, it's more important than ever to understand how we can prepare and protect our communities\, homes\, and loved ones. Be Wildfire Aware is a free\, two-day event designed to help families and individuals of all backgrounds learn practical strategies for wildfire preparedness. Whether you live in an urban\, suburban\, or rural area\, this event is for YOU! \nWhat to Expect: \n\nVendors from the Community: Connect with local organizations offering products and services related to wildfire prevention and safety.\nInteractive Workshops: Participate in hands-on sessions covering topics like home fireproofing\, personal safety measures\, and how to create a family emergency plan.\nWildfire Discussions: Join expert-led discussions about wildfire trends\, climate impacts\, and what steps you can take to reduce your risk.\nBurn-Table: Experience a live burn-table demonstration to better understand how wildfires spread and how to manage risk effectively.\nResources & Expert Advice: Access various educational materials and expert advice on staying safe before\, during\, and after a wildfire.\n\nThis event is an essential resource for anyone seeking to gain the knowledge and tools to face wildfire season confidently. Whether you're a homeowner\, renter\, or community leader\, Be Wildfire Aware will leave you better equipped to safeguard your property and your family. \nJoin us in making our community safer—together!
URL:https://worldforestry.org/event/be-wildfire-aware-community-preparedness-event/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, World Forestry Center\, 4033 SW Canyon Road\, Portland\, OR\, 97221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discovery Museum,Family-Friendly,In the Community,Museum
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SUMMARY:Forest Pub: Stewarding Forest Park
DESCRIPTION:Stewarding Forest Park: How the Largest Urban Park Came to Be \nPurchase Tickets Here\nForest Park is more than just trees and trails—it’s a living\, breathing biodiversity sanctuary that has relied on community care for generations to come. Join the Forest Park Conservancy and local experts for a conversation about the park’s origins\, the efforts to preserve public access\, and how that legacy continues to shape stewardship today. \nFrom its early history to today’s efforts\, this event highlights the community’s essential role in shaping and sustaining one of the nation’s largest urban forests. Through stories of resilience\, advocacy\, and community involvement\, we’ll explore how Forest Park came to be—and what it takes to keep it thriving. \nWhether you’re a longtime supporter or just beginning to explore the park\, this is a chance to learn\, connect\, and be inspired to help steward its future. \nMeet the speakers:\n\nMarcy Cottrell Houle\, MS\, is a professional wildlife biologist and the author of seven award-winning books. Two of her books – Wings for My Flight\, and The Gift of Caring -- received the national Christopher Award “For books that affirm the highest values of the human spirit.” Her book The Prairie Keepers: Secrets of the Zumwalt was selected by the New York Times as a Notable Book and Best Book for Earth Day. She is a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times and LA Times and written for the Nature Conservancy Magazine\, Cricket Magazine for Children\, Readers Digest\, the New York Times\, and Smithsonian Magazine. Marcy lives with her family on a small farm on Sauvies Island\, Oregon.\nDavid Barrios is a Park Ranger for Forest Park. He is also an Indigenous elder in the urban Native community of Portland\, Oregon. He is featured in Marcy Houle’s book\, “The Gift of Aging: Growing Older with Purpose\, Planning\, and Positivity.”\nChris Prescott is a watershed ecologist with the City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services Regulatory Division. He is involved in study design\, data collection\, data management\, data analysis and reporting for Endangered Species Act\, Clean Water Act\, and watershed restoration efforts\, as well as providing technical support for policy development. Prior to working for the City of Portland\, Chris was the Chief Scientist for the Puget Sound Ambient Monitoring Program. He received his bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies and Biology from New College in Sarasota\, Florida\, and his master’s degree in Ecology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.\nHannah Prather is an NSF postdoctoral research fellow and Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology at Reed College in Portland\, Oregon. Her PhD and teaching career has focused on the intricate relationship among lichens\, bryophytes\, host trees\, and the surrounding ecosystem\, all set against the dynamic backdrop of climate change and urbanization. Her work has taken place around the globe\, most notably in tall trees species\, urban environments\, and polar ecosystems. At Reed\, she teaches courses on the Lichens of the Pacific Northwest and Forest Canopy Ecophysiology. She regularly leads local lichen hikes and classes and in her spare time enjoys trail running\, mountain biking\, skiing\, and climbing trees
URL:https://worldforestry.org/event/forest-pub-june2025/
LOCATION:McMenamins Mission Theater\, 1624 NW Glisan St\, Portland\, OR\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Forest Pub,In the Community,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T130000
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SUMMARY:Forest Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Join us once a month and explore your creative nature here at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum with our friend at RAD Creative. From Forests in a Bottle to paper snails\, seed shares\, and fairy houses – tap into your creative side and make something memorable. \nThis event is family-friendly\, and crafts are geared toward kids who can independently use scissors\, glue sticks\, and basic school supplies or with parental assistance. All crafts vary in presentation. Adult supervision at all times is required. Craft supplies\, tools\, and guidance are included with museum admission and do not require pre-registration.
URL:https://worldforestry.org/event/forest-crafts-2-2/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, World Forestry Center\, 4033 SW Canyon Road\, Portland\, OR\, 97221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discovery Museum,Family-Friendly
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