Linn-Benton Community College

LBCC’s 8th annual free Earth Day Fair will be held Thursday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the college courtyard. This year’s theme is “End Plastic Pollution," featuring information on what we can do reduce our plastic use. Community tables and college programs will be on hand with information on sustainability efforts and earth science, including the latest recycling information. Activities include a shoe recycle for your old or slightly-worn shoes, flowerpot planting to support student scholarships, and “Earth Day Café” lunch offered for $5, $4 for students. LBCC Earth Day Fair is free and open to the public. Event is sponsored by the LBCC Student Leadership Council.

A free workshop on communication and listening skills will be held April 12 and 13 at Linn-Benton Community College, 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany. Learn effective listening skills, how to communicate without destroying relationships, how to be assertive in social and professional settings, and how to manage your emotional reactions and resolve conflicts.  This two-day workshop, led by Jolinda Thomas, clinical director of Cornerstone Family Counseling, will meet April 12 and 13 from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Forum Lecture Hall, room F-104. Workshop is free and open to the public. For more information, contact LBCC Student Leadership Council, 541-917-4461. Sponsored by the LBCC Veteran's Club and LBCC Student Leadership Council.