We are Moving!
2019 is off to a great start!
We, along with Beyond Toxics, are moving to a bigger and better office space!
Just around the corner from our current office, on Highway 99, at 312 N. Main St. - the building with the solar panels - next to E3.
We will be in our new office the week of February 17.
Stay tuned for more information!
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Please Shop for PPRV in March!
Positive Change Program Recipient
We are both thrilled and honored to have been chosen by Medford Food Co-op
as one of twelve local non-profit recipients of their new Positive Change program! Through this program, community members may round up the total of any
Medford Food Co-op or Cafe purchase to the nearest dollar.
PPRV will receive 100% of the funds collected during the month of March!
We greatly appreciate the Medford Food Co-op’s financial support and belief in
“the power of change and power of community!”
Click here for the full story.
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Polycultures Above and Below
Saturday, February 2, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Phoenix Library, 510 W. 1st St.
Yes, we can nurture biodiversity in the soil below and the garden above
to grow nutrient rich food, minimize pesticide/herbicide and synthetic fertilizer use, build healthy soil, attract beneficial insects, and contribute
to healthy pollinators and people!
Lion Waxman is founder and owner of Good Earth Gardens.
Class fee: $20.
Please call 458-214-0508 to reserve your space.
Click here for more information and see flyer below.
New to the idea of polycultures? Get inspired by this article on polycultures
or this one on bee-centered gardening and then sign-up!.
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Non Toxic Jacksonville Upcoming Events
It has been a productive couple of months for Non Toxic Jacksonville!
At the end of the month NTJ leaders will meet with the City Administrator to discuss the vision of the group and begin to look at options for the parks.
We are looking forward to the February issue of the Jacksonville Review,
and Non Toxic Jacksonville’s first article, by Lauren Kemple! A tremendous way to get the word out in the community.
Please join us in these upcoming events - you do not have to be a Jacksonville resident to participate:
Join NTJ in the Jacksonville Chinese New Year Parade!
Saturday, February 9, 10am event start time, lineup time TBA.
RSVP preferable, but walk-ups welcome.
More info here.
Attend Non Toxic Jacksonville’s Community Gathering!
Saturday, February 23rd, 1-3pm
Jacksonville Community Center, 160 E. Main
More info here and see flyer below.
Non Toxic Rogue Valley Team Building meeting every 4th Thursday
February 28, 3-4:30pm at the Pollination Place
312 N. Main St., Suite B
Cheese, crackers, tea and idea-sharing for collective momentum between cities.
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Find Us at the 17th Annual Siskiyou FilmFest!
Sunday, February 10, 3pm - 9:30pm
Grants Pass Performing Arts Center
830 NE 9th St
Only a few tickets left!
Great films, yummy food, (non-alcoholic) beverages, a silent auction, and more!
We will bee tabling - hope to see you there!
See Facebook Event and poster below.
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"Talent is Buzzing to Bee Pesticide-Free!"
It’s official! The City Council in Talent unanimously adopted Talent’s
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Policy on December 5, 2018!
The IPM applies to all city-managed lands including parks, to phase out synthetic pesticides (including glyphosate) by the end of 2021, prioritize prevention and
non-chemical control methods, and safeguard the health, safety and welfare of
people, pollinators, pets and the environment.
The Talent Public Works Department recognized the hard work of many
engaged citizens and officials in the news release.
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Medford to Bee the Next Bee City USA?
We so appreciate Amrita Cottrell Jackson and Robert Coffan of Southern Oregon Monarch Advocates for their great presentations to the Medford Parks and Recreation Commission on January 22nd to make the case for pollinators!
With a great show of support from the Medford Garden Club, Medford residents,
and 3 of the 4 local Bee City USAs!
The Parks commissioners voted unanimously to move ahead with drafting a resolution to designate Medford a Bee City USA, which will bee presented
to City Council for a vote.
We think we will soon have 5 Bee City USAs in the Valley!
Live in Medford and want to get involved? PM Amrita
See photo below.
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Bugged by Climate Change: Insects in a Changing Climate
Tuesday, February 26, 6pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room, Medford Library, 205 S. Central
We know about dwindling snowpacks and polar ice caps, and increasing wildfire risk,
but these aren’t the only climate change consequences. Among the creatures most seriously compromised by current climate trends are our insect friends.
The next Southern Oregon Climate Action Now (SOCAN) general meeting
will explore what is happening to insects and why.
Join us for presentations by Kristina Lefever, Pollinator Project Rogue Valley,
Alan Journet, Southern Oregon Climate Action Now,
and Robert Coffan, Southern Oregon Monarch Advocates.
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Pollinators' Picks
Research confirms what PPRV supporters have long known - urban gardens provide essential food for pollinators, especially given the decline of wild food sources. The Guardian reported on a study, just published in the journal Nature Ecology and Evolution, confirming that gardens and landscapes in urban areas are crucial for the health and longevity of pollinator species,
and in fact can be pollinator ‘hotspots’ and sanctuaries.
Connecting pollinator habitat is also important.
If your pollinator garden is in the Rogue Valley, let's map it!
Join more than 100 pollinator landscapes on the Rogue Buzzway!
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The Times They Are A-Changin’
We are seeing evidence that the times are truly changing and people are
realizing the dangers of pesticides. Almost every week there is big news
towards this recognition in the US and worldwide.
The French government recently released a glyphosate phase-out plan
and households across France have been banned from using glyphosate.
The non-profit Mom’s Across America announced that they are working with Costco to remove Roundup from shelves after a successful Facebook petition.
A lawsuit brought by beekeepers and a number of environmental organizations against Bayer, Syngenta, and other chemical companies in 2013 has been settled and "sets in motion a number of actions and expectations, among which is the potential cancellation of the 59 pesticide registrations"
(2 of which are neonicotinoids - clothianidin and thiamethoxam).
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Pollinator Yard Sign is the Perfect Gift!
Our 16x9.5 metal sign has an important message for all who read it,
and is a beautiful addition to landscapes everywhere!
$24.
Thank you for supporting our work to save the pollinators!
See picture below.
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Think of Us as Tax Time Approaches
Like what we do?
Show your support with a financial donation to help us develop and
expand our educational materials so we can reach more people about
the importance of pollinators for our food systems and ecosystems.
Whether you give a little or a lot, it all adds up!
Make a tax-deductible donation through our website
or mail a check to the address below.
(for a tax-deductible donation, make checks payable to Beyond Toxics)
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Thank You for Your Support!
Sallie Rose Sandler
Your contribution means so much!
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Seeking Volunteers in 2019!
Are you interested in helping get good things going around the Valley
about pollinators, plants, gardens, (no) pesticides, and more?
We are looking for volunteers to write articles for this newsletter or our blog,
send letters to the editor about important issues, help with social media, and more.
We invite fun-loving, creative people to join our Events Committee
and to table at community events!
How can YOU help?
Send us an email to let us know how you would like to bee involved!
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Questions or Comments? Please contact us at
pollinator@pollinatorprojectroguevalley.org
Keep up to date with all things Pollinator on our Facebook page:
Pollinator Project Rogue Valley
Office Hours: noon - 5 pm, Tuesday - Friday
and by appointment
107 W. 1st St., Phoenix
458-214-0508
Visit our website.
Click here for archived editions of The Pollinator Times.
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