All Upcoming FI Events

WaterNight Virtual 2026
Mar
18

WaterNight Virtual 2026

Our annual live virtual gathering of our members, supporters, and friends from all over - with sneak peeks at our newest projects, impact updates, and opportunities to win prizes and aquatic art!

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PNWater Stories - Corvallis, OR
Apr
3

PNWater Stories - Corvallis, OR

Special film & gallery event hosted by 2 Towns Ciderhouse

Lamprey, newts, salmon, and more! Join us at 2 Towns Taproom for this film and gallery event to explore and celebrate Oregon’s living rivers, lakes, and wetlands, and the people and communities who are working on their behalf.

Featuring the films of Freshwaters Illustrated, presented by Founder & Director, Jeremy Monroe, along with the award-winning photographs of David Herasimtschuk.

All proceeds benefit the mission of Freshwaters Illustrated, a nonprofit organization.

Ticket link coming soon!

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River Flicks for a Cause, Corvallis, OR
Mar
13

River Flicks for a Cause, Corvallis, OR

Join our Corvallis-based friends at Peak Sports Corvallis, with Willamette Riverkeeper, and Freshwaters Illustrated for an evening of short river-focused documentaries produced by FI. The films screened will cover topics such as salmon habitat restoration, federal water protection, and the recovery of lamprey in our Oregon waters. This free screening will be accompanied by a raffle for river-related merchandise, free snacks and drinks, and discussion among community members about how we can unite to protect our rivers in the face of mounting environmental threats. Optional donations collected at this event will go towards supporting both Willamette Riverkeeper and Freshwaters Illustrated.

Attendance is free and registration is not mandatory, but we do request that interested folks use the signup link below so that we can collect a rough head count!

Register Here!

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PNWater Stories - Tacoma, WA
Feb
28

PNWater Stories - Tacoma, WA

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Lamprey, newts, salmon, and more! Join this family-friendly film and gallery event to explore and celebrate Washington’s living rivers, lakes, and wetlands, and the people and communities who are working on their behalf.

Featuring the films of Freshwaters Illustrated, presented by Founder & Director, Jeremy Monroe, along with the award-winning photographs of David Herasimtschuk.

All proceeds benefit the mission of Freshwaters Illustrated, a nonprofit organization.

Purchase tickets at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pnwaters-film-and-gallery-event

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Summer Soirée & Benefit - Corvallis 2025
Aug
23

Summer Soirée & Benefit - Corvallis 2025

Come join us for a fabulous Summer Soirée & Benefit at the beautiful Tyee Wine Cellars! Sip on delicious wines, savor delectable bites, and enjoy live music under the stars. This event is the perfect opportunity to mingle with friends, support a great cause, and unwind in a stunning setting. Don't miss out on this unforgettable summer evening!

Drinks and food are not included with ticket purchase. Early bird discount pricing ends on August 10th and is automatically applied. Get your tickets now!

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Hidden Rivers - Pulaski, VA
Mar
12

Hidden Rivers - Pulaski, VA

Hidden Rivers community presentation

6:30pm

Ratcliff Museum

51 Commerce Street,

Pulaski, VA 24301

Hosted by Friends of Peak Creek

https://www.facebook.com/events/597694596503457/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

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Hidden Rivers - Fletcher, NC
Mar
10
Hidden Rivers - Johnson City, TN
Mar
7

Hidden Rivers - Johnson City, TN

Hidden Rivers community presentation

East Tennessee Room - Culp Center

East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, Tennessee

Hosted by ETSU Depts of GeoSciences, Sustainability, Johnson City, Boone Watershed Partnership

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UPRIVER - film & gallery event
Mar
1

UPRIVER - film & gallery event

UPRIVER film & gallery event - 3/1/25 - 2 Towns Taproom, Corvallis, OR - Learn about your backyard river, meet the filmmakers, browse a pop-up photo gallery, and support aquatic education in our schools. Advance tickets $15

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FI Webinar: Exploring estate & financial planning
Dec
8

FI Webinar: Exploring estate & financial planning

FI Sponsored Webinar: Exploring estate & financial planning - achieving goals & avoiding conflicts

Register for our informative seminar on estate and legacy planning!

Friday, December 8th, 12pm Pacific / 3pm Eastern

Speakers: Annie Arbenz, Esq. & Nick Bedlan, CFP

Registration link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqceGpqDgtH9Y71qVTdOoRHyIg5x_zzutp

Look for a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the meeting.

This event is specially designed for those who want to explore the various ways you can leave a lasting legacy for future generations while enjoying an engaging discussion with experts. Presenters, Annie Arbenz and Nick Bedlan, will define and cover some basic concepts and issues in Estate Planning such as probate, trusts, and wills and the benefits of wills and trusts, and the benefits of having a will or trust. Annie will briefly discuss how best to avoid conflicts over an estate after death. Nick Bedlan will discuss financial and wealth management, fiduciary responsibility, financial risk and rewards, and tax efficient strategies for preserving wealth, etc. Finally, a few strategies will be outlined for making gifts to charitable organizations. This free seminar is offered by Freshwaters Illustrated as a benefit to our donors and members.

Annie Arbenz, Esq: Annie is a partner at The Narrows Law Group with offices in Tacoma and Gig Harbor, Washington. Annie’s practice is focused on trusts and estates including the administration of estates upon incapacity or death. She also advises on the elements of business law and succession planning in closely held businesses. Annie also created and operates a website “Orbit Wills” as an effective and efficient way for Washingtonians to create simple Wills. Annie received a B.A. degree in Business Administration from the University of Washington and a J.D. degree from Gonzaga University School of law. When not at work, Annie focuses her time on her two young kids, her husband, extended family, exercise, and triathlon competitions.

Nick Bedlan, Certified Financial Planner: Nick is a Wealth Manager at Creative planning. He has 25 years of experience working as a wealth manager. Nick serves his clients’ financial planning needs and is familiar with many options such as trust and estate, retirement goal setting, stock option and equity compensation, and tax efficient investment strategies. Nick holds a B.A. in Business Administration with a minor in Economics from Nebraska Wesleyan University. He also holds a Master of Investment Management and Financial Analysis degree from Creighton University’s Heider College of Business. Nick is a CFP and a CFA® charter holder. Nick lives in Gig Harbor, Washington and enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, cooking and traveling, especially visiting National Parks.

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