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Summer Storytime Series - Monday, July 6, 2009: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Bring your little ones out to the PCEI Nature Center, and sit under the shade of our big oak tree while volunteers from the community read to children (the Mayor of Moscow has been known to make a guest appearance). The event is free and open to the public. Every Monday during July and August from 10:30am-11:30am. Guests are welcome to stay and have a picnic at our 7.6-acre Nature Center. For more information contact James Blakely at 208-882-1444.


The Full Moon Roll N' Bowl Bike Ride - Tuesday, July 7, 2009: 6:00 PM
Location: Bill Chipman Trail & Zeppoz
Join us for more bicycle fun as Bike for Life kicks off the first in a series of summer bike events. We will ride the Bill Chipman trail to Zeppoz Bowling Alley in Pullman for an evening of bowling. After a few games, we then will ride back to Moscow under a full moon. Meet in back of the UI Student Rec Center, along the trail.

Brought to you by Moscow's Bike for Life Group

For more info contact James Blakely at 882-1444


Summer Family Days - Feathered Friends - Saturday, July 11, 2009: 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Gather your family for Saturday fun at the PCEI Nature Center, (1040 Rodeo Drive, Moscow) and learn about our feathered friends! Participants will play fun birding games, and learn how to identify birds of the Palouse. Fee is $8 for PCEI member families and $12 for the public. Family Days are 10:00am-12:00pm on the second Saturday of every month, June thru October (June 13, July 11, August 8, Sept 12, October 10). For more information contact Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


Summer Storytime Series - Monday, July 13, 2009: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Bring your little ones out to the PCEI Nature Center, and sit under the shade of our big oak tree while volunteers from the community read to children (the Mayor of Moscow has been known to make a guest appearance). The event is free and open to the public. Every Monday during June, July and August from 10:30am-11:30am. Guests are welcome to stay and have a picnic at our 7.6-acre Nature Center. For more information contact James Blakely at 208-882-1444.


PCEI Board Meeting - Wednesday, July 15, 2009: 6:30pm
Location: 1040 Rodeo Drive; PCEI Offices; Rodeo Campus
Open to the public. Please e-mail John Lawrence for an agenda. Need directions to PCEI?


Film: Mad City Chickens (Good Food Film Series) sponsored by the Moscow Food Co-op - Thursday, July 16, 2009: 7:00PM
Location: Kenworthy Performing Arts Center
Each month the Good Food Film Series, sponsored by the Moscow Food Co-op, will feature an entertaining and thought-provoking film followed by a potluck of finger foods, social time, and discussion. Films will be shown at the Kenworthy Performing Arts Center in downtown Moscow, Idaho.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission $6 general public, $4 Co-op members.
Please bring finger food to share afterwards

Future films include:

Thurs., July 16 – “Mad City Chickens”

The Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre is located at 508 South Main
Street, Moscow, Idaho.


A Midsummer's Night Dream - Sunday, July 19, 2009: 5:30 pm
Location: 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow
Enjoy delicious food, new friends, spirits and natural open space. Welcome and social hour, walking tour of the PCEI Nature Center, Dinner and Dessert. By invitation only to honor those who have made significant contributions in support of our Nature Center.


Summer Storytime Series - Monday, July 20, 2009: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Bring your little ones out to the PCEI Nature Center, and sit under the shade of our big oak tree while volunteers from the community read to children (the Mayor of Moscow has been known to make a guest appearance). The event is free and open to the public. Every Monday during June, July and August from 10:30am-11:30am. Guests are welcome to stay and have a picnic at our 7.6-acre Nature Center. For more information contact James Blakely at 208-882-1444.


SolWest Renewable Energy Fair - Friday, July 24, 2009: 7/24-7/26
Location: John Day, Oregon
The Eastern Oregon Renewable Energies Non-profit presents SolWest Renewable Energy Fair the last full weekend of July 2009. SolWest is an occasion for learning, networking, and supporting all types of renewable energy. This three-day event offers engaging activities for all ages and knowledge levels. Participants from around the western region and beyond come to join the SolWest community and learn about energy efficiency, solar and wind energy, alternatively fueled vehicles, and more.
Check out their online program

Come check out Ruby, PCEI's bio-diesel work truck! See you at SolWest


Rose Creek Restoration Volunteer Event - Saturday, July 25, 2009: 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: Rose Creek Nature Preserve, Albion, WA
Come enjoy the Rose Creek Nature Preserve! Spend the day at our restoration site participating in some volunteer planting and site maintenance. We will meet at the entrance to the preserve at 10:00am. Visit our webpage for directions. We would love to see you there! *Please remember to wear work clothes and sturdy shoes. Be prepared for both sun and cool weather. Remember sun-block, hat, water bottle, sunglasses, etc.* Some snacks will be provided. Contact Laura Milewski for more details or to RSVP.


Summer Storytime Series - Monday, July 27, 2009: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Bring your little ones out to the PCEI Nature Center, and sit under the shade of our big oak tree while volunteers from the community read to children (the Mayor of Moscow has been known to make a guest appearance). The event is free and open to the public. Every Monday during June, July and August from 10:30am-11:30am. Guests are welcome to stay and have a picnic at our 7.6-acre Nature Center. For more information contact James Blakely at 208-882-1444.


Summer Storytime Series - Monday, August 3, 2009: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Bring your little ones out to the PCEI Nature Center, and sit under the shade of our big oak tree while volunteers from the community read to children (the Mayor of Moscow has been known to make a guest appearance). The event is free and open to the public. Every Monday during August from 10:30am-11:30am. Guests are welcome to stay and have a picnic at our 7.6-acre Nature Center. For more information contact James Blakely at 208-882-1444.


Women's Mountain Biking Clinic - Saturday, August 8, 2009: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location:
Come learn the basics of biking: bike and helmet fit, minor bike adjustments, changing a flat tire, bike handling, and gear utilization! In the afternoon, learn techniques such as cornering switchbacks and hill climbing. After the workshops enjoy a group ride with the ladies at beginning or intermediate levels. Registration is $35 as a PCEI member, $40 for members-to-be. Gourmet lunch and beverages provided. All proceeds benefit adult education programs at PCEI. For more information contact Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


Summer Family Days - Eco Makeover - Saturday, August 8, 2009: 10:00AM-12:00Pm
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Revitalize your skin with Mother Nature inspired treatments! This fun filled morning will take a look at the skin we are in and fun, natural ways to sooth and pamper yourself. We will be making skin treatments from natural ingredients and will try them out on each other all while getting a little messy (maybe very messy) and having a good laugh. Everyone will leave with a great story, fresh feeling skin, and a sample of the day’s creations to use later. Fee is $8 for PCEI member families and $12 for the public. Family Days are 10:00am-2:00pm on the second Saturday of every month, June thru October. For more info or to pre-register contact Aly Lamar


Summer Storytime Series - Monday, August 10, 2009: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Bring your little ones out to the PCEI Nature Center, and sit under the shade of our big oak tree while volunteers from the community read to children (the Mayor of Moscow has been known to make a guest appearance). The event is free and open to the public. Every Monday during August from 10:30am-11:30am. Guests are welcome to stay and have a picnic at our 7.6-acre Nature Center. For more information contact James Blakely at 208-882-1444.


Summer Storytime Series - Monday, August 17, 2009: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Bring your little ones out to the PCEI Nature Center, and sit under the shade of our big oak tree while volunteers from the community read to children (the Mayor of Moscow has been known to make a guest appearance). The event is free and open to the public. Every Monday during August from 10:30am-11:30am. Guests are welcome to stay and have a picnic at our 7.6-acre Nature Center. For more information contact James Blakely at 208-882-1444.


Summer Storytime Series - Monday, August 24, 2009: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Bring your little ones out to the PCEI Nature Center, and sit under the shade of our big oak tree while volunteers from the community read to children (the Mayor of Moscow has been known to make a guest appearance). The event is free and open to the public. Every Monday during August from 10:30am-11:30am. Guests are welcome to stay and have a picnic at our 7.6-acre Nature Center. For more information contact James Blakely at 208-882-1444.


Summer Storytime Series - Monday, August 31, 2009: 10:30am-11:30am
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Bring your little ones out to the PCEI Nature Center, and sit under the shade of our big oak tree while volunteers from the community read to children (the Mayor of Moscow has been known to make a guest appearance). The event is free and open to the public. Every Monday during August from 10:30am-11:30am. Guests are welcome to stay and have a picnic at our 7.6-acre Nature Center. For more information contact James Blakely at 208-882-1444.


PCEI Annual Membership Celebration - Wednesday, September 9, 2009: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Patty's Mexican Kitchen
Not a PCEI Member? Come anyway and support your local Environmental Institute at Patty's Mexican Kitchen. Tickets include a plate of Patty's best BBQ comestibles, a soda or draught beer, and an evening with some of the most engaged and engrossing company in the region, all for $15 as a PCEI member, $18 for members-to-be. Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


Summer Family Days - The Great Scavenger Hunt - Saturday, September 12, 2009: 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Gather your family for Saturday fun at the PCEI Nature Center, (1040 Rodeo Drive, Moscow) to explore our landscape, create natural art, discover the world of bugs and birds, study macro invertebrates, pick pumpkins, and play outside! Fee is $8 for PCEI member families and $12 for the public. Family Days are 10:00am-2:00pm on the second Saturday of every month, June thru October (June 13, July 11, August 8, Sept 12, October 10). For more information contact Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


PCEI Board Meeting - Wednesday, September 16, 2009: 6:30pm
Location: 1040 Rodeo Drive; PCEI Offices; Rodeo Campus
Open to the public. Please e-mail John Lawrence for an agenda. Need directions to PCEI?


Squash Cook Off - Thursday, September 24, 2009: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Moscow Community Garden
Fall is in the air! Join the community gardeners, PCEI and fellow members, Thursday, September 24, 2009 from at the Moscow Community Garden (1050 W. C Street, Moscow) to enjoy the fall harvest! Bring your most creative squash dish to share or enter an odd squash into a contest! The potluck dinner will include juried taste contests. Look forward to a night of music, delicious food, and prizes for contest winners. Fee is $4 for PCEI members and $8 for the public. All proceeds will go to fund the Moscow Community Garden. Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


Native Plant Sale - Saturday, October 3, 2009: 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: PCEI's Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Come out to stroll through PCEI’s Learning Nursery. We have a wide selection of native plants perfect for your water-wise landscaping needs. Sales are scheduled for, October 3rd, 10th and 17th. For more information contact Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


Pumpkin Patch Palousa - Saturday, October 10, 2009: 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Join PCEI to search for your perfect pumpkin. Look for a great big one for carving, a small one for fun, or just the best looking one for pie! Pumpkins will be priced per pound. All proceeds will go to fund the PCEI Pantry Garden, which grows food for the local food banks. For more information contact Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


Native Plant Sale - Saturday, October 10, 2009: 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: PCEI's Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Come out to stroll through PCEI’s Learning Nursery. We have a wide selection of native plants perfect for your water-wise landscaping needs. Sales are scheduled for, October 10th and 17th. For more information contact Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


Rose Creek Restoration Volunteer Event - Saturday, October 17, 2009: 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: PCEI's Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Come out to stroll through PCEI’s Learning Nursery. We have a wide selection of native plants perfect for your water-wise landscaping needs. Sales are scheduled for, October 17th. For more information contact Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


Animals of the Night Family Event - Friday, October 30, 2009: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: PCEI Nature Center, 1040 Rodeo Dr., Moscow, ID
Muahahahahah... Bring your family to the haunted Nature Center for a night of shivers and shadows! Discover the world that perks up when the sun begins to set. Fee is $8 for PCEI member families and $12 for the public (individual tickets also available). For more information contact Aly Lamar at 208-882-1444.


PCEI Board Meeting - Wednesday, November 18, 2009: 6:30pm
Location:
Open to the public. Please e-mail John Lawrence for an agenda. Need directions to PCEI?


Annual Membership Meeting & Holiday Celebration - Sunday, December 13, 2009: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: 1912 Center
PCEI invites you to join us for an evening of decadent desserts, drink, and music for our Annual Membership Meeting and Holiday Celebration. The event will highlight our accomplishments this past year and we will honor our members and volunteers as well as elect additional Board of Directors. Non-members may become one at the door or online now. Kindly respond by November 21st via email or by phone at 208-882-1444.


PCEI Board Meeting - Wednesday, December 16, 2009: 6:30pm
Location: 1040 Rodeo Drive; PCEI Offices; Rodeo Campus
Open to the public. Please e-mail John Lawrence for an agenda. Need directions to PCEI?


last update: 6/29/2009

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