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SUMMARY:NSEA Salmon Spotters Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Salmon Spotters is a brand new citizen science project! Organized by the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA)\, this short training covers the basics of the salmon lifecycle\, how to ID different salmon species\, and best practices for completing observations. As a Salmon Spotter volunteer\, you visit a creek site of your choice that currently (or historically) supports salmon for 15 minutes twice a week throughout the fall and submit your data through an online form. That’s it! It’s that easy to support salmon monitoring in Whatcom County.Salmon return to freshwater every year to spawn\, but the timing and locations of these “runs” can be severely impacted by climate change. Extreme events like flooding and droughts and changes in seasonal weather patterns can drastically change the availability and quality of salmon habitat. With your help NSEA is looking to increase our capacity to monitor local creeks and collect valuable data on when and where salmon are spotted each year. This training is open to anyone interested in learning more about salmon and helping us collect data – no prior experience or knowledge required. \n\n\n\nLearn more on NSEA’s website! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nFairhaven Park Picnic Shelter107 Chuckanut Drive Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: sbrown@n-sea.orgPhone: (360) 715-0283 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/salmon-spotters
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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SUMMARY:How to Remove English Ivy to Save Your Trees
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to safely and easily remove tree-killing English ivy from trees in your yard or neighborhood. Whatcom Million Trees Project (WMTP) will demonstrate the steps and talk about why it is so urgent to do this. No tree-climbing or special skills are required!The simple but effective climate action will allow the saved trees to continue to capture carbon from the atmosphere and to provide many other important benefits to our community.You’ll also discover WMTP’s other unique initiatives to remove English ivy from all trees in our region — and how you can help with just a few minutes of your time.In Garden Spot Nursery’s wonderful outdoor presentation arena\, nursery staff will present several native ground-cover alternatives to English ivy. There will be cool prizes and special discounts for attendees from Garden Spot\, too!Come join us to learn how to get rid of this slow\, silent invasive that is killing thousands of trees locally! Thanks! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nGarden Spot Nursery900 Alabama StreetBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nWhatcom Million Trees ProjectEmail: michael@whatcommilliontrees.orgPhone: (360) 319-1370 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/ivy-presentation
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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SUMMARY:Beach Walk at Birch Bay
DESCRIPTION:Meet Garden of the Salish Sea Curriculum (GSSC) staff members at Birch Bay State Park and walk with them down to the intertidal zone to learn about the organisms there\, their importance to the ecosystem\, and how action can be taken to conserve them. One of the most important aspects of GSSC’s mission is battling climate change through the education of youth and the public on practices and daily habits that counteract climate change and conserve the earth and the ocean.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis event is in partnership with Birch Bay Parks and Recreation District 2.  \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nBirch Bay State Park Picnic Shelter7290 Birch Bay DriveBlaine\, WA 98230 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nGarden of the Salish Sea Curriculum Email: garden.salishsea@gmail.com \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/beach-walk
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230926T193000
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SUMMARY:The Bellingham Plan Visioning Open House
DESCRIPTION:Come by Options High School Commons anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. to learn more about The Bellingham Plan and share your ideas about how the city could grow over the coming years. Weigh in on topics like housing\, transportation\, climate action and more. \n\n\n\nThis is an open house style event\, so come for 15 minutes\, the whole two hours\, or anything in between. Light refreshments will be provided. Everyone is encouraged to attend\, whether they live\, work\, go to school in\, or visit Bellingham. Consider attending the virtual event on Sept. 20 as well – the two events will complement one another.   \n\n\n\nRegistration is encouraged but not required. Visit cob.org/bellinghamplan to register. \n\n\n\n\nAccessibility: Options High School Commons is fully accessible. A Spanish interpreter will be available throughout the event. For additional accommodations\, including interpretation and translation in other languages\, email TheBellinghamPlan@cob.org or call 360-778-8310 in advance of the meeting.   \n\n\n\n\nThe Bellingham Plan is a two-year project updating our Comprehensive Plan\, the document we use to steer the city’s growth toward a twenty-year vision for the future. The Bellingham Plan will guide development\, capital investments\, City programs\, and other actions as we work toward our vision for 2045.  
URL:https://cob.org/event/the-bellingham-plan-visioning-open-house
LOCATION:Options High School\, 2015 Franklin Street\, Bellingham\, Washington\, 98225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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SUMMARY:Salmon Enhancement is Climate Action Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join in a dialogue with Rachel Vasak\, the Executive Director of the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA)\, as she delves into NSEA’s efforts to reverse the decline of wild salmon in Whatcom County while intertwining these initiatives with the broader realm of climate action. NSEA is a grassroots nonprofit with a presence spanning over 30 years in Whatcom County. We educate\, inspire\, and engage the community to take action to keep wild salmon here for future generations.This presentation will encompass a comprehensive overview of NSEA’s multifaceted programs focusing on education\, restoration\, and stewardship. It will expand on the intrinsic connection between salmon enhancement and climate action\, shedding light on how bolstering salmon populations also contributes significantly to our environmental resilience. Discover how you\, too\, can play a role in supporting an iconic species while simultaneously nurturing our planet.This presentation will be offered in person and online. Registration is required. Learn more and sign up on NSEA’s website! \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis event is offered in-person and online. In-Person LocationNooksack Salmon Enhancement Association 3057 E Bakerview RoadBellingham\, WA 98226 \n\n\n\nOnlineReceive more information after registering.  \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nNooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA)Email: MAdams@n-sea.orgPhone: (360) 715-0283 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/salmon-climate-presentation
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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SUMMARY:Candid Candidates - Climate Action Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join Peak Sustainability Group and nine City of Bellingham candidates for an evening of climate-action conversation at your favorite local beer garden! On Monday\, September 25th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro\, Peak Sustainability is hosting an engaging event where two mayoral and seven city hall candidates will be discussing their perspectives and plans for bolstering climate action in our community. \n\n\n\nThis candidate forum is unique in that the candidates’ responses are pre-recorded and have been assembled into a short video which will be premiered at the event. Most of the candidates will attend in person\, but instead of being up on stage\, they’ll be in the audience watching with us! You will have opportunity to mingle with your future representatives and other climate-conscious community members while enjoying a local brew and slice of pizza (for $5 a slice). See you there! \n\n\n\nThe video will be played from approximately 5:30 to 6 p.m. \n\n\n\nCan’t make it on the 25th? No problem! Although this video will be premiered at the event\, it will be posted online the following day so that anyone can view it at their convenience. We hope you can join us at the event\, but if not\, we’ve got you covered. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nBoundary Bay Brewery & Bistro1107 Railroad AveBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nPeak Sustainability Group Email: sam@peaksustainability.com \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/climate-forum
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230924T130000
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SUMMARY:Save Trees to Improve Our Climate & Resiliency
DESCRIPTION:Join Whatcom Million Trees Project in an outdoors\, fun\, satisfying volunteer work party to remove English ivy that threatens thousands of trees locally.A family-friendly event (ages 8 or older)\, we’ll work together hands-on along the popular South Bay Trail between Boulevard Park and downtown. Dozens of trees there face the English ivy threat. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour simple but effective climate action to remove the ivy will allow the affected trees to continue to capture carbon from the atmosphere and to provide many other important benefits to our community.WMTP will provide tools\, gloves\, snacks\, and instructions. No special skills or tree-climbing are required. All we need is YOU!Limited to 35 volunteers\, please sign up in advance using this form so we can ensure we bring enough tools\, etc. and so we can let you know about any last-minute event changes. \n\n\n\nRegister for Event\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlease join us in this Climate Action Week event to get rid of a slow\, silent invasive that is killing thousands of trees locally! Thanks! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nWe’ll be working on the South Bay Trail\, just north of Boulevard Park in Bellingham. Meet at the north tip of Boulevard Park in its upper terrace located halfway up towards State Street. Park in the park below or above on State Street. \n\n\n\nWork Party FAQs\n\n\n\nQ: When will I receive further details about the work party I signed up for?A: Details such as the work party’s exact location\, parking details\, etc. will be emailed to registered participants no later than two days before the work party. If you don’t see that email by then\, please contact us (see below) ASAP. \n\n\n\nQ: What if I need to cancel?A: If you signed up\, please show up! But if you need to cancel for some unforeseen reason\, that’s okay — just please let us know ASAP by email. \n\n\n\nQ: Do youth who want to attend have special requirements?A: For kids 8-15\, a waiver must be signed for each youth by their supervising adult\, for each work party. Youth 15-17 years old may attend without a parent or guardian as long as they have the signed waiver! Please print and sign the waiver ahead of time (linked here). Youth will not be allowed to participate without the signed waiver. \n\n\n\nQ: What should I wear and bring to a work party?A: Please wear sturdy closed-toed shoes\, long pants\, and weather-appropriate clothing. Bring a water bottle and favorite gloves if you have your own. \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nWhatcom Million Trees ProjectEmail: volunteering@whatcommilliontrees.orgPhone: (360) 319-1370 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/wmtp-work-party
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230923T120000
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SUMMARY:To the Rescue: Protecting Life in the Salish Sea
DESCRIPTION:Fall in love with the ocean all over again. Watch an exclusive\, one time showing of “Wild Pacific Rescue” as Dr. Marty Haulena\, head veterinarian of the Vancouver BC Aquarium\, and his dedicated team\, rescue animals in the wild that have been harmed by human actions\, especially plastic pollution.Plastic is a key driver of climate change. If plastic use was a country\, it would be the 5th largest emitter of greenhouse gas in the world. Many of these emissions are methane\, which is over 80 times more climate warming than carbon dioxide (CO2). Plastic has badly damaged the ocean and the creatures in it.Come be inspired by the people on the frontlines doing what they can to protect these endangered animals. Join our panel of distinguished guests for a discussion after the movie to hear about the effects of plastic in the Salish Sea and how you can help. Our panel includes:  \n\n\n\n\nDr. Martin (Marty) Haulena – Head Veterinarian and Director of Animal Welfare at the Vancouver\, B.C. Aquarium and star of Wild Pacific Rescue \n\n\n\nAlex Ramel – Washington State Representative\, 40th District\n\n\n\nJason Morgan – Marine Projects Manager\, Northwest Straits Foundation\n\n\n\n\nWatch the Movie Trailer!\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted by League of Women Voters Bellingham/Whatcom County Climate Team\, in partnership with media partner Salish Current.  \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nPlease register for this event in advance. Registration is free! \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nBellingham Unitarian Church1207 Ellsworth StreetBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: climate@lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/salish-sea-film
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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SUMMARY:Community Work Party at Birchwood Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this work party to remove weeds\, mulch and pick up litter to care for this great park and protect native plants that help sequester carbon. \n\n\n\nAll ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools\, gloves\, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.  \n\n\n\nWe encourage you to make an even greater impact for climate change by choosing to walk\, bike\, ride the bus\, carpool\, or drive electric to this event. \n\n\n\nPlease register early. Space is limited! Registration is free. \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nBirchwood Park2709 Cedarwood Ave.Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nCity of Bellingham Parks Volunteer ProgramEmail: pkvolunteers@cob.org Phone: (360) 778-7105 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/birchwood-work-party
CATEGORIES:Birchwood,Climate Action Week,Environment,Parks,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230923T120000
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing/Nature Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Please join Stillpoint at Beckside for a guided Forest Bathing/Nature Therapy experience on Saturday\, Sept. 23\, 9am -12pm on Stillpoint’s 5 acres of sacred earth with beautiful trees. \n\n\n\nForest Bathing\, also referred to as Nature Therapy\, is a practice of soaking up sights\, sounds\, and the feel of our natural environment. This event offers an opportunity to experience a nourishing form of embodied self-care. There are studies showing that\, for some people\, ongoing experiences of Forest Bathing can be especially beneficial for those who are called to help heal the broken relationships between humans and the more-than-human world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIn a climate changed world\, healing of all life happens TOGETHER\, or not at all. The medicine that brings healing is in experiencing our interconnection. Forest bathing is a valued component of growing our awareness of oneness. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this outdoor\, contemplative experience of entanglement with nature and each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is hosted by Stillpoint at Beckside in partnership with Unity Spiritual Center and St. James Presbyterian Church.  \n\n\n\n\nAbout the Event Facilitator\nEthan Teed has a deeply grounded spirituality rooted in creation and the sacramental nature of our world. He graduates from an EcoMinistry program through The Center for Wild Spirituality in October. Ethan will be one of the guides in this program for the 2023/24 cohort. He completed an EcoSpirituality Leaders program through the BTS Center which included training in ‘forest bathing/nature therapy.’ In addition\, he’s trained in leading ritual and ceremony through Joanna Macy’s “The Work That Reconnects” organization. Alongside of Ethan’s engagement in ministry and studies\, he is married\, the father of 4 young adults\, and works as a Critical Care RN. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nThis event is limited to 20 people and requires registration. Event registration is free! Please register on Stillpoint at Beckside’s website. \n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nStillpoint at Beckside1625 Huntley DriveBellingham\, WA 98226 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: lnd.conroy@gmail.com \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/forest-bathing
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230930T235959
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SUMMARY:Hope Partnered with Action\, Powered by Youth
DESCRIPTION:Visit Squalicum Creek Park or the downtown waterfront during the City’s annual Climate Action Week to view a sequence of 15 yard signs that tell and illustrate a story about collaborative solutions that all individuals can take for our planet. This project was created by local youth in partnership with From a Child’s Point of View.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nSqualicum Creek Park1001 Squalicum WayBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nDowntown Waterfront 298 W Laurel StreetBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: fromchildspointofview@gmail.comPhone: (360) 702-9682 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/hope-project
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230922T210000
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SUMMARY:Emotions & Insights in a Climate Changing World
DESCRIPTION:This is an experiential and interactive event that allows participants to share their hopes\, solutions\, visions and ideas for health and wholeness given our climate changed world. We embrace the idea that as a community we can both imagine and then act in collaborative fashion\, joining together to envision new possibilities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Echoes of the Heart Ensemble improv actors listen and then play back participants’ insights by enacting the stories through short skits\, improvised movement\, and music. The results are typically insightful\, often funny\, and sometimes quite poignant.Allowing participants to tell their stories of how climate change impacts their well-being as well that of their families and community creates a space for people to digest their experiences as well as share their hopes\, inspirations\, and visions for the future. We believe that by witnessing our fellow community members expressing their current fears\, struggles and challenges\, we are empowered to imagine and act in collaborative fashion\, joining together across differences to magnify our mutual aspirations for a vibrant future within a climate-changed city and world.This is a multigenerational event hosted by the Multifaith Network for Climate Justice (MNCJ)\, in collaboration with Echoes of the Heart Ensemble\, Resonance Path\, Unity of Bellingham\, and Stillpoint at Beckside.  \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nUnity Spiritual Center1095 Telegraph RoadBellingham\, WA 98228 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: minister@unitybellingham.org Phone: (916) 265-8364 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/storytelling-event
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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SUMMARY:Green Building Slam 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Green Building Slam has been a community favorite for years\, and it’s back again this fall to kick off Climate Action Week! Join Sustainable Connections at the Underground Nightclub from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on September 22 for a fast-paced presentation style event that is known for the incredible networking opportunities with local green building experts and enthusiasts. \n\n\n\nThe Slam attracts local architects\, builders\, homeowners\, energy efficiency experts\, real estate professionals\, interior designers\, and green building enthusiasts like yourself. No matter how involved and interested you are in the green building industry\, this event will inspire\, educate\, and spark productive conversations about how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in our communities. \n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nThis event is 21+. Tickets are required for this event. Tickets include admission to the Slam\, dinner\, and the opportunity to network with presenters and other green building enthusiasts. Discounted tickets are available for students and Sustainable Connections’ business members. Volunteer to receive free tickets! Volunteers will have ample time to network and will receive free entry to the event.  \n\n\n\nTo purchase tickets and learn more\, please visit Sustainable Connections’ website.  \n\n\n\nFollow @SustainableConnections on Instagram to get all the latest updates on this event and more! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThe Underground Nightclub211 E Chestnut StBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nSustainable ConnectionsEmail: energy@sustainableconnections.orgPhone: (360) 647-7093 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/green-building-slam-2023
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T162448Z
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SUMMARY:Squalicum Creek Habitat Tour
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a journey with the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) and the Whatcom Conservation District (WCD) as we explore Squalicum Creek to observe the transformative impact of tree planting on local salmon populations and our climate. NSEA and the WCD have developed a strong partnership and worked tirelessly to restore salmon habitat across Whatcom County for decades.During our excursion\, we will venture to three distinct sites along Squalicum Creek\, showcasing the evolution of restoration efforts and the proactive measures we’re taking to improve our watersheds. Along the way\, we will discuss the significance of riparian habitat for thriving ecosystems\, insights into the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP)\, the concept of assisted migration\, and the intricate link between climate action and salmon recovery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. Learn more and sign up on NSEA’s website! \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nNooksack Salmon Enhancement Association 3057 E Bakerview RoadBellingham\, WA 98226 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nNooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA)Email: MAdams@n-sea.orgPhone: (360) 715-0283 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/habitat-tour
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230930T160000
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20230727T230321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T232501Z
UID:10001779-1695380400-1696089600@cob.org
SUMMARY:Allied Arts Reuse Thrift Store Bag It Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Allied Arts Reuse Thrift Store (AARTS) is celebrating Climate Action Week by holding a special BAG It Sale. Get your paper bag and fill it up for a set price with lightly used art\, school and office supplies. Stop by the store\, located in our new 3\,000 square foot space next door to the Allied Art Gallery\, between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.  \n\n\n\nSmall bags start at only $8.00! The AARTS has sold over 5\,000 pieces of donated art supplies and contributed over $2\,000 worth of arts materials to our area schools this year. Explore the art of creative reuse! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nAllied Arts Reuse Thrift Store (AARTS)1418 Cornwall Ave.Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nAllied Arts of Whatcom CountyEmail: info@alliedarts.orgPhone: (360) 647-7093 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/allied-arts-sale-2
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230922T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231006T235959
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20230922T170625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T170746Z
UID:10001894-1695340800-1696636799@cob.org
SUMMARY:Climate Action Survey
DESCRIPTION:Take the City of Bellingham’s new 10-minute survey to help shape our community’s climate future! Total greenhouse gas emissions have leveled off since the City started tracking emissions in 2000. To meet our community’s ambitious goals to reduce emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change\, we are seeking feedback about community strategies that we can promote through programs\, policies\, regulations and incentives. Community input will inform a step-by-step plan with specific approaches to reduce emissions in homes and buildings\, increase the use of electric vehicles\, and use more energy from renewable sources. Learn more and take the survey on Engage Bellingham.  \n\n\n\nThe survey will close on October 6\, 2023.  \n\n\n\nPhoto by Emily Goodin\n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/climate-action-survey
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230922T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230930T235959
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20230828T193256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T193635Z
UID:10001804-1695340800-1696118399@cob.org
SUMMARY:Transit for the Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the road to a greener future! As part of the City’ of Bellingham’s Climate Action Week\, Whatcom Transportation Authority will plant one tree for every 100 bus rides. \n\n\n\nOur goal is to plant 1\,000 trees while reaching 100\,000 rides between September 22 and 30\, 2023. By riding the bus\, you will directly contribute to the growth of our urban forest and help offset greenhouse gas emissions. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to participate in this collaborative effort with WTA and Whatcom Million Trees Project in order to promote sustainability\, create cleaner air\, and contribute to the well-being of our community.  \n\n\n\nTo plan your route\, visit ridewta.com or download the BusTracker app. WTA buses are $1 per ride\, or free for anyone 18 and under\, and Gold Card-eligible riders. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Whatcom Million Trees ProjectWhatcom Million Trees Project’s mission is to plant or protect one million trees locally to enhance our community’s health & resilience — and to connect everyone in fun\, hands-on work parties and special events to the immense multi-faceted value of trees & forests. Find out more at whatcommilliontrees.org. \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nWhatcom Transportation Authority (WTA)Email: genevievec@ridewta.comPhone: (360) 788-9304 \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/transit-for-trees
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230914T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230914T183000
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20230815T230547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T230551Z
UID:10001786-1694712600-1694716200@cob.org
SUMMARY:Padden Creek Fish Passage Projects Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Bellingham on Thursday\, September 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for a free walking tour of past\, present\, and future fish passage projects in Padden Creek! During this tour\, we will highlight successful fish passage projects and discuss plans for future projects that will make it easier for salmon to access the upper sections of the stream. These projects are in support of a new voluntary Memorandum of Agreement with Lummi Nation\, Nooksack Indian Tribe\, and Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife. Learn more at cob.org/culverts. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nWe will meet at the Interurban Trail Rotary Trailhead parking lot off of Old Fairhaven Parkway (GoogleMaps directions). There is additional street parking available on Clementine Street.  \n\n\n\nWhatcom Water Week\n\n\n\nThis event is part of Whatcom Water Week\, a week of community events the celebrates the water resources of Whatcom County. Find a full list of events happening between September 9-17 on the Whatcom Water Week website. \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nFor questions or accommodation requests\, please email habitat@cob.org.
URL:https://cob.org/event/padden-tour
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230909T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230917T235959
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20230823T201357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T201400Z
UID:10001793-1694217600-1694995199@cob.org
SUMMARY:Bellingham Stormwater Discovery Tours
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Whatcom Water Week by discovering where all of Bellingham’s rainwater goes on the City’s Stormwater Discovery Tours. Explore our urban and parkland areas while learning how we work hard to keep the water clean\, filter out pollutants\, and prevent flooding. These tours are self-guided. Visit our Stormwater Discovery Tours website for tour details or look for QR codes near stormwater facilities in Fairhaven\, Bloedel Donovan Park\, Barkley Trails\, Squalicum Creek Park\, and Downtown Bellingham. \n\n\n\nWhatcom Water Week\n\n\n\nThis event is part of Whatcom Water Week\, a week of community events that celebrates the water resources of Whatcom County. Find a full list of events happening between September 9-17 on the Whatcom Water Week website. \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: nreducation@cob.org Phone: (360) 778-7711
URL:https://cob.org/event/stormwater-discovery-tours
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230909T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230913T235959
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20230823T202509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T204000Z
UID:10001794-1694217600-1694649599@cob.org
SUMMARY:Lake Whatcom Story Walk
DESCRIPTION:Walk the Railroad Trail and learn the history of Lake Whatcom and the current challenges the lake faces. This self-guided nature walk is great for kids\, families\, or anyone who wants to learn more about Lake Whatcom.  \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThe self-guided walk will begin at the corner of Electric Avenue and Alabama Street\, north of Bloedel Donovan Park\, and the signs will continue for roughly a mile. \n\n\n\nWhatcom Water Week\n\n\n\nThis event is part of Whatcom Water Week\, a week of community events that celebrates the water resources of Whatcom County. Find a full list of events happening between September 9-17 on the Whatcom Water Week website. \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: nreducation@cob.orgPhone: (360) 778-7711
URL:https://cob.org/event/lw-storywalk
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230114T130000
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20221207T211328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T194047Z
UID:10001238-1673690400-1673701200@cob.org
SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Community Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the collective power of community with the City of Bellingham\, Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA)\, and many other community partners for a volunteer work party in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service\, a federal holiday encouraging Americans to take an active role in improving their communities. The work party will take place on Saturday\, January 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Little Squalicum Park.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers will restore habitat and improve water quality by planting native plants in and around the new Little Squalicum Estuary\, an important shoreline habitat that the City began constructing in 2022 as a place for young salmon to grow before migrating to the ocean. This work party is a unique opportunity for the community to directly contribute to the project’s construction. \n\n\n\nThrough this work\, we hope to exemplify the environmental justice movement\, which was inspired by Dr. King through his concern for the urban environment. Environmental justice embodies the principle that all people have the right to clean air\, water\, and soil\, as well as the right to live in safe and healthy communities. \n\n\n\nDonations for Birchwood Food Desert Fighters \n\n\n\nTo further support our community\, this event is partnering with the Birchwood Food Desert Fighters to accept donations for this organization’s work. Birchwood Food Desert Fighters works to promote greater food access and a sense of community through weekly events\, a network of food share boxes\, food delivery\, community farming\, advocacy\, and more. Work party participants are encouraged to bring donations such as shelf-stable milk and proteins\, unopened toiletries\, and laundry detergent to the work party to support the Fighters’ work. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nSpace at this event is limited and the estuary site will not be able to accommodate all volunteers. There will be additional work sites outside of the estuary. Registration is required to participate. You will receive additional information via email after registering for the event.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this event\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho can join this event?\nEveryone! All ages and abilities are welcome. No previous volunteer experience is necessary. Please contact us at pkvolunteers@cob.org if you would like to request an accommodation or language interpretation. \n\n\n\n\nWhat do you provide and what should I bring? \nWe will provide tools\, gloves\, instruction\, snacks\, and free Tony’s coffee and Papa John’s pizza\, which are both being generously donated for this event. Please bring a water bottle\, weather-appropriate clothing\, and closed-toe shoes. \n\n\n\n\nWhat can I expect at the event?\nVolunteers will sign in and then be divided into small groups to begin volunteer work. We make sure to keep families and friends together in a group if requested. Volunteer work will include planting native trees and shrubs\, removing invasive plants\, and spreading mulch.  \n\n\n\nThe event will conclude with closing remarks\, free pizza donated by Papa John’s\, and an optional tour of the Little Squalicum Estuary project. Various community organizations will have educational booths at the event to share more infomation about restoration work. \n\n\n\n\nWhy is this work important?\nVolunteers will plant native trees and shrubs\, which help filter pollutants from urban runoff to improve water quality\, stabilize streambanks to prevent erosion\, produce oxygen to improve air quality\, and provide food for fish and wildlife. These native plants will help protect the new 2.4-acre estuary\, benefitting the native species who will rely on it\, including Endangered Species Act-listed Puget Sound Chinook and priority species such as steelhead\, coho\, and southern resident killer whales. \n\n\n\n\nWhat is the Little Squalicum Estuary project?\nThe Little Squalicum Estuary project began construction in June 2022. The project will restore 4.85 total acres of coastal habitat including a 2.4-acre estuary and will remove a fish passage barrier. A significant portion of the project has been constructed but some of the work was delayed and will resume in December 2022/early 2023.  \n\n\n\nFunding for this project is provided by: \n\n\n\n\nCity of Bellingham\n\n\n\nGreenways Levy\n\n\n\nWashington Department of Ecology Centennial Clean Water Program\n\n\n\nWashington Department of Ecology One-Time Grant Program\n\n\n\nWashington State Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account Grant Program\n\n\n\nWashington State Estuary and Salmon Restoration Program\n\n\n\nUS Fish and Wildlife Service National Coastal Wetland Conservation Grant Program\n\n\n\nPort of Bellingham\n\n\n\nWhatcom County\n\n\n\nNooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA)\n\n\n\n\nA special thanks to Lehigh Northwest Cement Company\, Port of Bellingham\, Whatcom County\, and BNSF for their coordination on this project. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDirections: This event takes place at Little Squalicum Park at 640 Marine Drive. The sign-in area will be in the Northeast section of the park. Due to construction of the estuary\, it is easiest to access the park from the Bellingham Technical College (BTC) parking lot on the north side of BTC\, located off of W. Illinois Street. To get here\, travel northwest on Eldridge Avenue until it turns into Marine Drive\, then turn right onto W. Illinois. Turn right into the BTC parking lot and follow work party signs to the blue tents. Find directions to the site on GoogleMaps.  \n\n\n\nTravel by bike or bus: Find your bike route at cob.org/bike and your bus route using the online trip planner at ridewta.com. \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\n​Phone: (360) 778-​7105Email: pkvolunteers@cob.org
URL:https://cob.org/event/mlk2023
CATEGORIES:Environment,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221022T120000
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20220830T201059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T161836Z
UID:10001072-1666429200-1666440000@cob.org
SUMMARY:Make a Difference Day 2022 Volunteer Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Make A Difference Day and Arbor Day with the City of Bellingham and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) by helping to improve salmon habitat at Whatcom Falls Park! We will be planting trees and shrubs and removing invasive species near Derby Pond!  \n\n\n\nAll ages\, abilities\, and experience levels welcome. Unaccompanied youth under the age of 18 must provide a City & NSEA Youth Liability Release Form signed by their legal guardian to participate. Participants under age 14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.  \n\n\n\nYou need: Weather-appropriate clothing\, long pants\, closed-toe shoes\, and a full water bottle. \n\n\n\nWe provide: Tools\, gloves\, instruction\, and light refreshments\, including free Tony’s Coffee and Papa John’s pizza\, which were both generously donated for this event.  \n\n\n\nOur volunteer work parties follow current health department guidelines. Additional information and reminders will be emailed to registered participants. If you sign up\, please show up! \n\n\n\nPlease register early. Space is limited!  \n\n\n\nRegister for Event\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis event takes place in Whatcom Falls Park via the lower entrance on Silver Beach Road near the fish hatchery\, at 1700 Silver Beach Road. Please sign in at the tents. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel by bike or foot: The work party site is accessible by bike or foot. Find your bike route by visiting cob.org/bike and your walking route by viewing a trail map of Whatcom Falls Park. A free bike valet will be provided by Let’s Bike Bellingham! \n\n\n\nTravel by bus: Several Whatcom Transportation Authority bus routes serve the area\, with a nearby stop at Electric Ave. Find your route using the online trip planner at ridewta.com.  \n\n\n\nTravel by car: Carpooling is encouraged! Limited parking is available in Whatcom Falls Park via the Silver Beach Road entrance (from Lakeway Drive turn north on Silver Beach Road) or Electric Avenue entrance (at the intersection of Arbor Street and Electric Avenue). Additional parking is available about a 10-minute walk away at Bloedel Donovan Park\, 2114 Electric Ave. \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact pkvolunteers@cob.org or 360-778-7105. \n\n\n\nThis event is Parkscriptions Certified!
URL:https://cob.org/event/madd2022
CATEGORIES:Environment,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T130000
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20220822T173917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T032539Z
UID:10001063-1664103600-1664110800@cob.org
SUMMARY:Climate Friendly Cooking Demo
DESCRIPTION:You can cut your carbon footprint with a plant-based diet and we want to help. Come and cook with Bellingham Veg Fest! We will demonstrate how to make meat using plants.  \n\n\n\nThis is a free event. Space is limited\, so please sign up in advance! \n\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nV GO’s Bellingham1213 Cornwall AvenueBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nBellingham Veg FestEmail: info@bellinghamvegfest.org \n\n\n\nPrize Drawing/Event Feedback\n\n\n\nReceive a prize drawing entry for up to five events you attend during Climate Action Week! Three prize drawing winners will be selected to choose between a solar backpack\, waterproof bike bag\, energy efficiency kit\, or zero waste shopping kit.  \n\n\n\nFor each entry\, you must submit a brief online feedback form for the event you attended and include a unique codeword for that event. Obtain the codeword for the Climate Friendly Cooking Demo during the event or by emailing bhamclimateweek@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/cooking-demo
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T120000
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20220817T163312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T032330Z
UID:10001061-1664096400-1664107200@cob.org
SUMMARY:Become a Neighborhood Tree Ambassador (Work Party)
DESCRIPTION:During this fun\, hands-on work party at Whatcom Falls Park\, Whatcom Million Trees Project will show you how to directly build local climate resilience by protecting mature trees in your neighborhood from a tree-killing invasive — English ivy! You can attend one or both of the following events:  \n\n\n\nVirtual Webinar/Q&A\n\n\n\nMonday\, September 19\, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  \n\n\n\nDuring the Sept. 19\, 6:30 p.m. Zoom session\, you’ll learn how to… \n\n\n\nfind the most climate-significant trees in your neighborhood\,recognize and safely\, easily remove silent-killer English ivy from neighborhood tree trunks on private or public property\,organize small neighborhood teams to remove such invasives;become a tree ivy “spotter” and advocate for your neighborhood;find the correct COB tree rules for your property or neighborhood\,report unauthorized tree removals — ideally before they occur\,advocate for stronger big urban tree protections\, and more.\n\n\n\nFollow-up Fun Work Party at Whatcom Falls Park\n\n\n\nSunday\, September 25\, 9 a.m. to noon \n\n\n\nOur free follow-up work party at Whatcom Falls Park on Sunday\, Sept. 25 from 9 a.m. to noon will be hands-on to remove English ivy from trees — without special tools\, skills\, or tree-climbing required. You’ll also learn how to compost the ivy successfully on-site so there are no disposal bottlenecks. Our maximum work party size is 25 attendees\, so please sign up now on the Whatcom Millions Trees Project website.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe hope our Climate Action Week event will raise awareness about how Bellingham’s large\, mature trees are an integral part of needed climate action in our community. Technology and energy system changes alone won’t solve the problem. Responding to climate change means not only reducing our carbon emissions\, but capturing what’s already increasingly in the atmosphere. Trees play a major role in the latter and enhance our climate resilience to floods\, heat waves\, etc. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing and sharing with you — for the trees! \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP for either of these events on the Whatcom Million Trees Project website.  \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nSept. 19 Webinar: Hosted virtually on Zoom. Please RSVP to receive the Zoom link.  \n\n\n\nSept. 25 Work Party: Whatcom Falls Park1401 Electric Ave Bellingham\, WA 98229 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nWhatcom Million Trees ProjectEmail: info@whatcommilliontrees.orgPhone: (360) 319-1370 \n\n\n\nPrize Drawing/Event Feedback\n\n\n\nReceive a prize drawing entry for up to five events you attend during Climate Action Week! Three prize drawing winners will be selected to choose between a solar backpack\, waterproof bike bag\, energy efficiency kit\, or zero waste shopping kit.  \n\n\n\nFor each entry\, you must submit a brief online feedback form for the event you attended and include a unique codeword for that event. Obtain the codeword for the work party on a poster at the event or by emailing bhamclimateweek@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/tree-ambassador-work-party
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T160000
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20220816T183154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T032142Z
UID:10001055-1664027100-1664035200@cob.org
SUMMARY:Pom Poko Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Pickford Film Center presents Pom Poko\, directed by one of the two founders of Studio Ghibli\, Takahata Isao\, who has also directed Only Yesterday\, Grave of the Fireflies\, and The Tale of Princess Kaguya\, among other films. Pom Poko concerns a group of tanuki\, often translated as “raccoon dogs.” These are animals native to Japan who have appeared in folklore and children’s songs for hundreds of years\, in which they are reputed to have shape-shifting powers similar to fox spirits.  \n\n\n\nIn this film\, a group of tanuki near Tokyo decide to combat the encroaching suburbanization of their habitat in some very direct – and fanciful – ways. The result is highly entertaining for young and old while also being one of the strongest environmental parables from an animation studio that has always been concerned with the natural world and our place in it. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\nTickets for this 1:45 p.m. showing of Pom Poko on Saturday\, September 24 can be purchased on the Pickford’s website. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nPickford Film Center1318 Bay StreetBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: info@pickfordfilmcenter.org Phone: (360) 647-1300 \n\n\n\nPrize Drawing/Event Feedback\n\n\n\nReceive a prize drawing entry for up to five events you attend during Climate Action Week! Three prize drawing winners will be selected to choose between a solar backpack\, waterproof bike bag\, energy efficiency kit\, or zero waste shopping kit.  \n\n\n\nFor each entry\, you must submit a brief online feedback form for the event you attended and include a unique codeword for that event. Obtain the codeword for the Pom Poko film showing on a poster at the event or by emailing bhamclimateweek@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/pom-poko
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T140000
DTSTAMP:20231105T052755
CREATED:20220810T163350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T031944Z
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SUMMARY:E-Bike Demos
DESCRIPTION:E-bikes are an excellent solution for getting cars off the road and reducing emissions\, pollution\, and gas use. Curious about how they work and if they’d be a solution for you and your family? Stop by to see Whatcom Smart Trips in front of Boundary Bay Brewery and take one for a spin down to the cycle track on the waterfront or up the bike lane on Chestnut Street. E-bikes are a great solution for short trips\, longer commutes and hilly streets. Go further\, faster and easier. Helmets provided but bring your own if you choose. Bike buddies will be on hand to bike with you for support if needed. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nIn front of Boundary Bay Brewery1107 Railroad Avenue Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nWhatcom Smart TripsEmail: info@whatcomsmarttrips.org Phone: (360) 756-8747 \n\n\n\nPrize Drawing/Event Feedback\n\n\n\nReceive a prize drawing entry for up to five events you attend during Climate Action Week! Three prize drawing winners will be selected to choose between a solar backpack\, waterproof bike bag\, energy efficiency kit\, or zero waste shopping kit.  \n\n\n\nFor each entry\, you must submit a brief online feedback form for the event you attended and include a unique codeword for that event. Obtain the codeword for the E-Bike Demos on a poster at the event or by emailing bhamclimateweek@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/ebike-demos
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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SUMMARY:WTA Climate Action Kids Art Contest
DESCRIPTION:Join Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) at the Bellingham Farmers Market on Saturday\, September 24 for a Kids Art Contest. Your kid’s art could be featured on the side of an electric bus! All art materials will be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nContest details: \n\n\n\nThe contest is intended for children who live in Whatcom County.All art must be created at the event and submitted aboard the bus.Each participant may only submit one work of art.Markers and templates will be provided. All participants must use the provided materials.Each participant will have at least 15 minutes to create their submission. Depending on the number of participants\, time may be limited to 15 minutes.Participants (or parents) must write the participant’s first and last name\, age\, and contact phone number on the back of their submission.Winning submissions will be chosen by a panel of judges – identities of artists will not be known during judging.Winners will be announced by the end of October.\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nDepot Market Square1100 Railroad Ave. Bellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: genevievec@ridewta.comPhone: (360) 799-9304 \n\n\n\nPrize Drawing/Event Feedback\n\n\n\nReceive a prize drawing entry for up to five events you attend during Climate Action Week! Three prize drawing winners will be selected to choose between a solar backpack\, waterproof bike bag\, energy efficiency kit\, or zero waste shopping kit.  \n\n\n\nFor each entry\, you must submit a brief online feedback form for the event you attended and include a unique codeword for that event. Obtain the codeword for the WTA Climate Action Kids Art Contest on a poster at the event or by emailing bhamclimateweek@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/climate-art-contest
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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SUMMARY:Resilient Homes and Neighborhoods Ride
DESCRIPTION:This will be a guided bike tour that highlights homes in the Kulshan Community Land Trust and ends at their newest development project that will be built with climate resilience in mind. At the end location\, the climate resilient features of the homes will be presented and discussed by either the architect or representative board member. Resilient\, permanently affordable homes in our urban core promote climate action not only by consuming fewer resources\, but by allowing occupants to access amenities by foot\, bike\, or public transportation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis ride begins at Harriet Spanel Park and follows a safe route through the York\, Sunnyland\, Lettered Streets\, Columbia\, and Birchwood neighborhoods. Along the way\, up to three KCLT homeowners will share their story of being a KCLT homeowner. One home on the tour that will be highlighted is International Living Future Institute Petal Certified Net Zero. The homes at the Birchwood site will use elements of the International Living Future Institute’s Living Building Challenge\, and those elements will be highlighted at the final stop on the bike tour. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nRide begins at Harriet Spanel Park1200 Franklin StBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nKelcy King (Latitude|Regenerative Real Estate brokered by eXp)Email: kelcy@chooselatitude.comPhone: (360) 390-5232More information \n\n\n\nPrize Drawing/Event Feedback\n\n\n\nReceive a prize drawing entry for up to five events you attend during Climate Action Week! Three prize drawing winners will be selected to choose between a solar backpack\, waterproof bike bag\, energy efficiency kit\, or zero waste shopping kit.  \n\n\n\nFor each entry\, you must submit a brief online feedback form for the event you attended and include a unique codeword for that event. Obtain the codeword for the Resilient Homes and Neighborhoods Ride during the event or by emailing bhamclimateweek@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/resilient-homes-ride
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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SUMMARY:The Magnitude of All Things - Film + Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Multifaith Network for Climate Justice\, St. James Presbyterian Church\, and Stillpoint at Beckside will host a screening and post-film conversation of Jennifer Abbott’s The Magnitude of All Things. This event will take place in person and concurrently on Zoom. Please RSVP for this free event:  \n\n\n\nIn-Person Attendance: Complete this form to RSVP to attend in person at St. James Presbyterian Church. Zoom Attendance: Complete this form to attend via Zoom. \n\n\n\nLearn more about this film about the “intimate parallels between the experiences of grief—both personal and planetary” and view the trailer. There will be a discussion panel immediately following this 90-minute film. \n\n\n\n\nFilm Synopsis\n“When Jennifer Abbott lost her sister to cancer\, her sorrow opened her up to the profound gravity of climate breakdown. Abbott’s new documentary\, The Magnitude of All Things\, draws intimate parallels between the experiences of grief—both personal and planetary. Stories from the frontlines of climate change merge with recollections from the filmmaker’s childhood on Ontario’s Georgian Bay. What do these stories have in common? The answer\, surprisingly\, is everything. \n\n\n\nFor the people featured\, climate change is not happening in the distant future: it is kicking down the front door. Battles waged\, lamentations of loss and raw testimony coalesce into an extraordinary tapestry\, woven together with raw emotion and staggering beauty that transform darkness into light\, grief into action.”  \n\n\n\nView the trailer here.  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore About the Panelists:  \n\n\n\nRev. Seth Thomas serves as Pastor of St. James Presbyterian Church in Bellingham\, WA. Seth holds a Masters of Divinity from The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology and is currently pursuing his Doctorate of Ministry in Leadership & Spiritual Formation from Portland Seminary. A lifelong Cascadian\, Seth and his family love the beauty of our bioregion\, where they explore by hiking\, trail running\, and neighborhood bike rides.Jill MacIntyre Witt\, M.A. (she\, her): Climate Reality Leader\, Mentor\, Chapter ChairClimate Wellness Coach\, NBC-HWCUN Top 100 Human Rights Defender – 2019TEDx Talk: “Climate Justice Now! How?”Author – Climate Justice Field Manual: climatejusticenow.earth Founder – climateactivismlab.comDr. Kane-Ronning holds a PhD in counseling psychology and is a licensed psychologist in Whatcom County. She is a Certified Family Trauma Professional. Dr. Kane-Ronning is a devoted environmental activist\, serving on the Washington State Chapter of the Sierra Club’s Wildlife and Wolf Committees\, testifying at Wildlife Commission hearings\, and advocating for wildlife connectivity and biodiversity. She was a declarant for the Earth Justice Endangered Species Act wolf de-listing litigation against the federal government. She focuses on therapists’ ethical obligation to treat climate change anxiety and PTSD\, presenting at conferences to promote awareness and action.\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nThis event will take place concurrently in person and on Zoom. \n\n\n\nIn-Person Event (RSVP here)St. James Presbyterian Church910 14th Street \n\n\n\n Zoom Registration Link \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nEmail: rkdelbecq@comcast.netPhone: (360) 319-9967 \n\n\n\nPrize Drawing/Event Feedback\n\n\n\nReceive a prize drawing entry for up to five events you attend during Climate Action Week! Three prize drawing winners will be selected to choose between a solar backpack\, waterproof bike bag\, energy efficiency kit\, or zero waste shopping kit.  \n\n\n\nFor each entry\, you must submit a brief online feedback form for the event you attended and include a unique codeword for that event. Obtain the codeword for The Magnitude of All Things event during the event or by emailing bhamclimateweek@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/magnitude-film-showing
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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SUMMARY:Community Work Party at Squalicum Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate ALL IN for Climate Action Week with the City of Bellingham Parks Volunteer Program! Take action to improve our climate by caring for native plantings in this impressive restoration area at Willow Spring.All ages and abilities welcome! Participants under age 14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools\, gloves\, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.This event will follow current health department guidelines and safety protocols. Additional information and reminders will be emailed to registered participants. If you sign up\, please show up!We encourage you to make an even greater impact for climate change by choosing to walk\, bike\, ride the bus\, carpool\, or drive electric to this event. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited! Register early for this free event. \n\n\n\nThis event is Parkscriptions Certified! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nWillow Spring at Squalicum Creek Park1001 Squalicum WayBellingham\, WA 98225 \n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nBellingham Parks Volunteer Program Email: pkvolunteers@cob.orgPhone: (360) 778-7105 \n\n\n\nPrize Drawing/Event Feedback\n\n\n\nReceive a prize drawing entry for up to five events you attend during Climate Action Week! Three prize drawing winners will be selected to choose between a solar backpack\, waterproof bike bag\, energy efficiency kit\, or zero waste shopping kit.  \n\n\n\nFor each entry\, you must submit a brief online feedback form for the event you attended and include a unique codeword for that event. Obtain the codeword for the Squalicum Creek Park Work Party during the event or by emailing bhamclimateweek@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the City’s ALL IN for Climate Action Week. Find a full list of events.
URL:https://cob.org/event/parks-work-party
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Week
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