Events for week of Nov 25, 2024

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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. No registration required to attend this meeting. Meeting ... Read more

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. This is an open house style event, so come for 15 minutes, ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

The WHAT-COMM Administrative Board meeting will be conducted in a hybrid setting: The public may attend in-person or via remote access. See the WHAT-COMM Administrative Board page for more information and meeting materials. The public may attend online via the ZOOM meeting link Or in person at the meeting location:  625 Halleck Street, BellinghamThe meeting ... Read more

The Engine Inside tells the stories of six everyday people from all over the globe who reveal the unique power of the bicycle to change lives and build a better world. Through their stories, the film uncovers the often-overlooked potential of this 200-year-old machine, exploring its impact on a wide range of global issues such ... Read more

In the face of increasing fire risk and impacts on the Westside of the Cascades, our community is hosting a wildfire resilience and education night at Structures Brewing on Holly Street. Doors open at 6 p.m. Starting at 7 p.m., there will be a small panel of local fire experts who are able to speak ... Read more

Join Deborah Giles, Research Director at Wild Orca, and her scent detection dog, Eba, for an in-person presentation about their one-of-a-kind orca research methods. Learn how the Wild Orca research team monitors Southern Resident Killer Whales' health using the superpower of a dog’s nose to remain further away from the whales they monitor, making their ... Read more

Have you ever wondered if there are alternatives to clearcut logging? Can our forests produce wood products while still fostering biodiversity, forest health, and climate resilience? Join local forest policy expert Alexander Harris (RE Sources) on a hike through managed timberlands and mature forests to learn about the promises and challenges of "ecological forest management" ... Read more

Join a tour highlighting recent climate action initiatives on Western Washington University’s campus. Come along as we celebrate student leadership, operational innovations, curricular offerings, and bio-regional partnerships. We will end the tour with a short exercise that supports participants in imagining their next climate action steps based on elements that resonated from the tour.The tour ... Read more

Join Park Steward Mark and the York Neighborhood in removing weeds, mulching, and picking up litter to care for this awesome park. 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.  We encourage you ... Read more

Ever been curious about installing solar at your home or business? Join Ecotech Solar and the Community Food Co-op at one of three informational sessions where you can learn more about Inflation Reduction Act incentives as well as have any questions you have about the process answered. Sessions will be held in the Co-op's administrative ... Read more

Wildfire risk is increasing in Western Washington. Join Whatcom Conservation District to learn how you can improve the wildfire safety of your home and property. This free event will discuss how homes ignite, walk through a wildfire risk assessment, and offer actions you can take to reduce your wildfire risk. Location Bellingham Hatchery in Whatcom ... Read more

Curious about e-bikes? Stop by and take one for a spin at the Climate Action Week Closing Event.Many local vendors will be on-hand with a variety of bike styles. Riders can take an e-bike for a spin around the cycle track on the waterfront and up Chestnut Street. You won't believe how fun and easy ... Read more

Click here for everything you need while at the event, including trivia, map, schedule, etc. The City of Bellingham is partnering with the Port of Bellingham and Kulshan Brewing Co. for a fun, all-ages celebration to conclude the City's annual Climate Action Week, a week of climate-themed events hosted by the Bellingham community. Join us ... Read more