Events for Nov 4, 2025 - Apr 7, 2026

CANCELED! Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Big Rock Garden Park – Fall 2024

Big Rock Garden Park 2900 Sylvan Street, Bellingham, Washington, United States

Due to forecasted high winds, we’ve decided to cancel this volunteer work party to ensure everyone's safety. Wind gusts of nearly 30 mph and sustained winds close to 25 mph are expected throughout the day on Saturday, creating hazardous conditions for outdoor activities. Clean sculptures and help us maintain this peaceful park with the Friends of Big ... Read more

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Event Series City Council Meetings

City Council Meetings

City Council Chambers Lottie Street, Bellingham, Washington, United States

Evening meetings of the full Council start at 7:00 PM unless otherwise announced; Daytime Committee meeting schedule is released the Wednesday before the meeting date. More information, including opportunities for viewing meetings and public participation, can be found at meetings.cob.org five days prior to the meeting.​

Water Resources Advisory Board (WRAB) Meeting

The purpose of the Water Resources Advisory Board (WRAB) is to help inform and guide the City’s planning and policy regarding the protection and management of water resources, including municipal water, sewer, surface and stormwater systems, controls, rates, and drinking water source protection. WRAB meetings are typically held on the 4th Tuesday of the month ... Read more

*CANCELLED* Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) is responsible for identifying and actively encouraging the conservation of the City of Bellingham’s historic resources. Participation Options Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: 940 8891 9905  / Password: 9) via https://cob.zoom.us/j/94088919905. Registration is not required to attend this meeting. ... Read more

Event Series Planning Commission

*SPECIAL MEETING* Joint Planning Commission & City Council Meeting

The Planning Commission is responsible for providing the City Council with recommendations regarding adoption or amendment to the City’s comprehensive plan, neighborhood plans, urban village plans, zoning and other development regulations. The Commission also advises the Planning Director on some site specific development projects that raise substantial planning issues. Meeting: This meeting will be held ... Read more

Make a Difference Day 2024 Work Party

Celebrate Make a Difference Day and Arbor Day with the City of Bellingham and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) by helping improve habitat at Whatcom Falls Park! We will be planting trees and shrubs and removing invasive species in the north end of the park, near Derby Pond.  All ages, abilities, and experience levels welcome. Unaccompanied youth ... Read more

Special City Council Meeting: Budget Work Session

City Hall 210 Lottie St, Bellingham, Washington, United States

The Bellingham City Council will hold a series of Meetings on October 14th at 10:00 AM, October 28th at 10:00 AM, and November 12th at 10:00 AM (this final meeting will only be held if needed and a cancelation notice will be sent out if it is not needed). The topic of each meeting will ... Read more

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Memorial Park – Fall 2024

Memorial Park 2700 King Street, Bellingham, Wa

Join the Sunnyland Neighborhood Association in helping us plant bulbs and shrubs while removing invasive Himalayan Blackberry to restore this fun park. All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.  Additional information will ... Read more

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