EVENTS

MEETINGS and PRESENTATIONS

Upcoming  Meetings and Presentations (all on Tuesdays at 3 p.m. in the Quinault Auditorium unless otherwise noted):

  • Tuesday, May 12, 3 p.m.: Report on the Washington State 2026 Legislative Session – Heather Trim, Zero Waste Washington
    Quinault Auditorium

    As she has done in the past five years, Heather Trim will report on bills in the recent legislative session that help move toward the goal of zero waste.  Important bills in the 2026 session included a bottle bill, bills to address textiles and mattress recycling, a full ban on takeout plastic bags, donation of baby equipment, and more. Zero Waste Washington aims to make trash obsolete through passing local and state laws, conducting research, and launching pilot projects.  Heather will join us via Zoom, appearing on the large screen in front of the Quinault Auditorium. Question & Answer session will follow her presentation. This should be an interesting and information-packed talk. 

  • Tuesday, June 9, 1:30 p.m.: Green Team Program in collaboration with the Panorama Library Association: Author talk: The Bird with the Flaming Red Feet, with Maria Ruth.  Note the earlier time: this is the Library Association’s regular time.
    Quinault Auditorium

OTHER COMING EVENTS

  • Thursday, April 23, 12 noon: Luncheon to benefit the Capitol Land Trust, Seventeen51 Restaurant Gallery
    The Green Team is featuring Capitol Land Trust for a “Dine and Donate” event at the Seventeen51 Restaurant; Panorama will match our donations to the organization. To reserve a spot or learn more, email panoramagreenteam@gmail.com, and indicate how many will be in your party. If you can’t join us, you can still participate in the matching donations when purchasing a meal at Seventeen51 during Earth Week, April 20-24.

  • Friday,  April 24, 1-3 p.m. : Green Team Trash pick up
    Meet at the Aquatic and Fitness Center front door.
    Bring your gloves. Bags, vests and litter sticks will be provided. Questions: Contact Kathe Smith.

  • Tuesday, April 28, 8 a.m.: Field trip to “Inspiring Kids Preserve”, a Capitol Land Trust property.
    Join us for a bird walk and introduction to the Inspiring Kids Preserve, a 113-acre property owned, protected, and managed by Capitol Land Trust on nearby Henderson Inlet. As we stroll through diverse habitats enjoying the birds and their songs, we’ll learn from Land Trust volunteers about this beautiful environmental education site. Bus will depart Pan Hall at 8:00 a.m. and return by 11:30. $5.00. Sign up at the Activity Desk.

  • Thursday, April 30, 7 p.m.: Conservation Science Lecture: Water We Up To? The New Science of Washington’s Aquatic Reserves – Austin Greene Ph.D., Aquatic Reserves Scientist
    Lacey Community Center, 6929 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey
    Free – get ticket at
    www.Friendsofsalishsea.org/olympia-lecture-series

  • Wednesday, May 6, 9 a.m. to noon: Field Trip to Billy Frank. Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge
    In January the Green Team sponsored an interesting and informative talk on the history of the Billy Frank, Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge. As a follow-up, we’ve planned trips to the Refuge. On the May 6th visit, we’ll take a brief 9-mile bus ride to the Refuge, then go for an easy hike there. We’ll cover about two miles on our walk, mostly on a boardwalk and level ground. Use of a walker is not advised for this walk, although trekking poles may be helpful for some. Wear layered clothing, and be prepared for the weather. Bring a water bottle along, and binoculars if you like. We’ll watch for animals and birds, discuss management issues on the refuge, and visit an overlook at the iconic Twin Barns. We’ll also visit the visitor center and take a few minutes to enjoy the displays. Our guide will be Panorama resident Cleve Pinnix, who volunteers for the Refuge. cost is $5.00. Bus leaves from in front of Pan Hall at 9:00AM. Sign up at the Activity Desk, starting on April 28.

  • Thursday, May 7, 10 a.m. to noon: Spring Shredding Day.
    Drive-through: Main entrance to Aquatic & Fitness Center
    Walk-up: Quinault Auditorium

  • Thursday, May 14, 7 p.m.: Conservation Science Lecture: Washington Natural Areas Program: Conserving Native Species and Ecosystems – David Wilderman, Natural Areas Scientist
    Lacey Community Center, 6929 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey
    Free – get ticket at
    www.Friendsofsalishsea.org/olympia-lecture-series 

  • Friday, May 15, 1:30 p.m.: Learning Our Local Birds
    Panorama neighbor Lisa Genuit will share beautiful photos of the birds who frequent the Panorama campus and the Chehalis-Western Trail nearby.  We’ll share tips for identifying birds and learning their songs.  Co-sponsoring this talk is the South Sound Bird Alliance, a chapter of National Audubon Society.  Location: Quinault Auditorium

  • Saturday, May 16, 8 a.m.: Local Bird Walk

    Following her May 15 talk, Lisa Genuit will join Jean MacGregor to lead a morning walk on the Chehalis-Western trail. Any experience level is welcome to enjoy birding with our eyes and ears.  We’ll start from the Pollinator Garden rain or shine.  Limited to 10 residents; register soon by emailing panoramagreenteam@gmail.com. 

  • Wednesday, May 20, 1:30-3 p.m. : Our Last Best Act
    Dr. Mallory McDuff will provide this Zoom Webinar from her home in North Carolina. Her presentation, Our Last Best Act: Planning for the End of Our Lives to Protect the People and Places We Love will cover topics directly from her recent book. Explore sustainable funeral and burial options that honor our love for the Earth. How do we align our end-of-life choices with our values while we are living? In a world facing a climate crisis, writer and environmental educator Mallory McDuff takes us on a journey to discover innovative and more sustainable practices such as green burials, conservation cemeteries, aquamation, home funerals, human composting, and more. Enjoy this Zoom Webinar from the comfort of your own home or join us in the Panorama Auditorium Theatre to view the webinar. This live, online presentation includes all the interactive elements of an in-person one, allowing you to ask questions and participate actively. You can still engage with the material, and we’ll be using Zoom’s features to ensure a dynamic and interactive experience, similar to being there in person. If you plan to join us from home, you registration is required to attend the Zoom Webinar. The link to register for the Zoom Webinar will be available on Kya starting on Wednesday, May 6th.

MEETINGS and PRESENTATIONS

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