Environmentalists have historically used preservation and regulation as their two primary tools for solving environmental problems. More recently, the use of markets - which often reduce costs and stimulate innovation - have been added to their tool kit.

On February 19, Margie Gardner, Chief Executive Officer of the non-profit Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF), will illuminate how markets can engage people and businesses in restoring our planet. More specifically, she will share examples of how, through entrepreneurial and innovative strategies, people have tackled problems ranging from acid rain to energy generation and conservation.

Learn tools & strategies for building positive relationships with your neighbors and community.

Thursday, February 25th from 6:00pm-8:30pm at the East Portland Community Center (740 SE 106th Ave. Portland, OR 97216).

RSVP required by Monday February 22nd to [email protected] or 503.546.7499. Please share this opportunity with friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors. FREE and open to anyone interested. Snacks provided. Child care, interpretation, and transportation provided upon request. Hosted by Community Outreach of Our United Villages, a non-profit organization. www.ourunitedvillages.org

Do you know your neighbors? Do you want a more sustainable lifestyle? Are you seeking a family-friendly, transit and bike-oriented community? Then you may be interested in Daybreak Cohousing.

Meet members of Daybreak Cohousing, learn about cohousing and tour the community on Thursday, February 18, 6:30-8 p.m. on site at 2525 N. Killingsworth Street. (#72 Killingsworth bus or Max to the Killingsworth station). New homes are available for sale including 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units.

History Pub February 22, 7PM