August 4, 2010
Green Drinks Bellingham
Green Drinks is an organic networking session that started in London, England
and has since caught fire around the world. Like-minded individuals in places from Hong
Kong to India, Sweden to South Africa meet every month to catch-up, network and talk
about the latest green issues. According to greendrinks.org, "These events are very simple
and unstructured, but many people have found employment, made friends, developed new ideas,
done deals and had moments of serendipity." The best part about Green Drinks is that there
is no structure, just good people meeting at a regular place and time. 21+ only, please.
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Chuckanut Brewery Address: 601 W. Holly Street, Bellingham
Cost: Free
Contact: Megan Artz (360) 733-8307 or MeganA@re-sources.org or www.greendrinks.org
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August 7, 2010
Mind Your Own Green Business Ecopreneur 20.10
Entrepreneurs looking to start a green business or transition their existing
business will gain valuable insight from Ecotrain Media Group founder, Kevin Pile. He
will share 12 years of ecoprenurial pursuit and the trials and tribulations he has faced.
This seminar presents a holistic understanding of corporate sustainability. We combine
years of sustainable development advocacy with the documentation of Ecotrain Media Group's
grassroot, “green,” start up business. We understand the misconceptions of green business
and the difficulty in finding the necessary resources for developing a green business.
This unique four-hour seminar empowers you to get ahead in the blooming green economy
with a solid understanding of the green industry, the green market, green business
operations, and green business certification processes. Entrepreneurs will be able to
answer the questions they have had on starting a green business, and how to implement a
sustainable business strategy. Each attendee will receive the Ecotrain Green Career Guide
Almanac; this guide will be used as an educational tool during the powerpoint, and will
provide you with a distinct advantage upon leaving.
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location:
Cost:
Contact: Kevin Pile Ecotrain Media Group 322 NW 6th Avenue, Suite 200 Portland, OR 97209
or kevin.pile@ecotrainmediagroup.com
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August 13, 2010
Harmonica Pocket At Bellingham Library Brown Bag Concert
The Harmonica Pocket returns to Bellingham WA! Music for kids that includes
concepts of sustainability. Bellingham Parks and Recreation Summer Brown Bag Concert
Series, on the Bellingham Public Library Lawn.
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: 210 Lottie St. (across from City Hall)
Cost: Free
Contact: Parks Office (360) 778-7000
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August 3, 2010
Locals in the Know: Front Yard Fun: Experiencing B'ham Bay From Water's Edge &
Beyond
Every Tuesday in August, Village Books will celebrate the breadth of expertise in
area by offering our “Locals in the Know” series. This diverse showcase is but a sampling
of the expansive knowledge our neighbors possess, and is sure to spark some engaging summer
conversations. Join Mike Callaizakis (Executive Director of the Bellingham Bay Community
Boating Center (BBCBC)) and a few other sea-faring folks as they entice you to get out
onto the water under your own power. They’ll talk about the BBCBC and how it can help you
explore our ‘front yard,’ Bellingham Bay. Located in Fairhaven, BBCBC is a non-profit
organization with a mission of fostering access to and providing education about small
craft boating for the people in our community.
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Village Books, 1200 Eleventh Street, Bellingham
Cost:
Contact: Nan Macy at 360.733.1599 or nan@villagebooks.com
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August 8, 2010
Get Out and Explore the Shore with Beach Naturalists
Looking for fun summer activities? Whatcom County's shorelines abound with opportunities
for exploration, especially during summer's particularly low tides. But you'll need to get out
there soon--there are only a few days of great low tides left. Volunteer Beach Naturalists from
RE Sources for Sustainable Communities will be talking about the amazing creatures you can find,
and how best to enjoy the beach.
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Birch Bay, Larrabee State park
Cost:
Contact: Doug Stark at (360) 733-8307 or DougS@re-sources-org
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August 14, 2010
Conserving Water in your Garden:
Bakerview Nursery Free Gardening Seminar. Learn to use minimal water in your garden!
We'll show you soaker hoses, rain barrels, mulches, drip systems, and all the gardening tips
and techniques you'll need for a thriving garden during our dry summer season. Please call us
to pre-register for seminar
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Bakerview Nursery, 945 E. Bakerview Rd., Bellingham
Cost:
Contact: (360) 676-0400
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August 5, 2010
Rachel Pringle: How To Grow A School Garden
In this groundbreaking resource, two school garden pioneers offer parents,
teachers, and school administrators everything they need to know to build school
gardens and to develop the programs that support them. This comprehensive guide
includes information on developing, planning, building, and maintaining a school
garden. The hands-on approach guides parents and teachers through every stage,
from gaining administrative support to ensuring a smooth transition between classes
from year to year. It’s everything you need to build productive and engaging outdoor
classroom! Rachel Kathleen Pringle is programs manager for the San Francisco Green
Schoolyard Alliance, as well as the school garden liaison for Occidental Arts & Ecology
Center’s School Garden Teacher Training Program. Co-sponsored by Common Threads Farm &
The Whatcom County School Garden Collective
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Village Books, 1200 Eleventh Street, Bellingham
Cost:
Contact: Nan Macy at 360.733.1599 or nan@villagebooks.com
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August 5, 2010
Hands-On Hugelkultur Garden Workshop
Permaculturist, Paul Wheaton, will be visiting Inspiration Farm to offer a
workshop in hugelkultur ("hugle-culture"). This is a technique for composting scrap
wood and yard waste and planting a garden on top of it--this makes for raised beds
loaded with organic material, nutrients, air pockets for the roots of what you plant,
and retaining water. As the years pass, the deep soil of your bed becomes incredibly
rich and loaded with soil life. $10-$20 sliding fee. Carpooling or biking highly
recommended (veggie prizes for people who bike!)
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Location: Inspiration Farm, 619 E Laurel Rd, Bellingham
Cost:
Contact: 360-398-7061
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August 8, 2010
Why Native Plants?
Free public workshop sponsored by the Whatcom County Master Gardeners, presented
by David Simonson. No registration required.
Time: 2:00 pmn
Location: Hovander Homestead Park, Ferndale
Cost: Free
Contact: http://whatcom.wsu.edu/mastergardener or (360) 676-6736
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August 21, 2010
Using Tunnels and Hoop houses for Productive Gardening
You can grow great tomatoes and peppers in the Pacific Northwest! Use of high tunnels
and hoop houses can bring you success in crops that often fail out in the open. We’ll discuss
hoop house construction, planting, pruning and training, and management issues.
Time: 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Location: Cloud Mountain Farm, 6906 Goodwin Rd., Everson
Cost: Free
Contact: info@cloudmountainfarm.com or 360 966-5859
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August 21, 2010
Preserving the Harvest
Don’t let your garden bounty go to waste! We’ll discuss canning, drying and freezing
of different fruit and vegetable crops.
Time: 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Location: Cloud Mountain Farm, 6906 Goodwin Rd., Everson
Cost: Free
Contact: info@cloudmountainfarm.com or 360 966-5859
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August 22, 2010
Choices for a Winter Garden
Free public workshop sponsored by the Whatcom County Master Gardeners, presented
by David Simonson. No registration required.
Time: 2:00 pmn
Location: Hovander Homestead Park, Ferndale
Cost: Free
Contact: http://whatcom.wsu.edu/mastergardener or (360) 676-6736
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Bellingham Farmer's Market
Saturdays, 10 am to 3 pm, April 3 - December 18, 2010
Downtown Bellingham, Depot Market Square
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Ferndale Farmers Market
Every Saturday - 9:00am - 3:00pm
Excludes Saturdays 9/18 & 10/2
Front Ave. & Main St., Ferndale
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Fairhaven Farmers Market
Every Wednesday - 12:00 - 5:00pm
1200 10th Street, Bellingham
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Blaine Farmers Market
Every Saturday - 10:00am - 2:00pm - Through October 9th
H Street Plaza, Blaine
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August 5, 2010
Eat Local (Every) Week – Pastázza
Lunch -- Persian Lamb Kabobs: fresh, local veggies and mixed baby greens
stuffed in a pita pocket, served with a skewer of savory lamb and a side of tzatziki
Day's Pizza: Italian sausage, roasted potatoes, caramelized Walla Walla sweets, and
Gouda cheese on a thin layer of pesto Dinner -- Day's Ravioli: roasted beets, shallots,
arugula, and Silver Springs goat cheese in a beet wrap Fresh Catch of the Day: served
with patty pan puree, sautéed French fillet beans, and tomatilla sauce
Time:
Location: Barkley Village 2945 Newmarket Pl, Ste 101, Bellingham
Cost: Varies
Contact: 360.714.1168
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August 12, 2010
Eat Local (Every) Week – Old Town Cafe
From all-local dining at your favorite restaurants, to guided tours of local
farms, and farm-fresh food appearing in local cafeterias and on unexpected street
corners, it's a true smorgasbord of specials, all featuring the finest local food &
agriculture.
Time:
Location: 16 West Holly St, Bellingham
Cost: Varies
Contact: 360.671.4431
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August 19, 2010
Eat Local (Every) Week – The Temple Bar
From all-local dining at your favorite restaurants, to guided tours of local
farms, and farm-fresh food appearing in local cafeterias and on unexpected street
corners, it's a true smorgasbord of specials, all featuring the finest local food &
agriculture.
Time:
Location: 306 W Champion St, Bellingham
Cost: Varies
Contact: 360.676.8660
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August 21, 2010
Bite of Bellingham
Sample a delicious variety of foods from local restaurants and vote for your favorites!
Attendees can look forward to a Beer and Wine Garden for 21+ featuring tastes from around Whatcom
County. Entertainment from local Bellingham bands will perform for your enjoyment.
Time: 12:00 pm-4:00 pm
Location: 1300 Block, Cornwall Ave
Cost:
Contact: 360.527.8710
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August 23, 2010
Chef Farm Tours
Eat, drink, tour and meet the people and land behind your food. Whatcom
consumers think local and fresh food is the hottest thing going and the businesses
on these tours can help you meet that growing demand. The Chef Farm Tours we offer
are unique. it's a great opportunity to see the farms and fields where the best local
food comes from, meet with our local producers on their own ground, and to taste their
wares! The Fresh & Local Smorgasbord tour offers veggies, fruits, poultry, pork, wine &
Whatcom County’s finest and freshest ingredients. So come and explore with us: four farms
and a winery on this enjoyable, educational and edible day of local flavors and networking.
Mark your calendar and RSVP today at Brown Paper Tickets—space is limited and tickets are
only $20! (to offset the cost of the van). Don’t miss this opportunity to connect directly
with farmers and know more about local fruits, poultry, pork and wine food you feature, or
find more sources of local food! RSVP requested.
Time: 8:00 am-2:30 pm
Location: 1701 Ellis St, Suite 221
Cost: $20.00
Contact: (360) 647-7093 x114
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August 26, 2010
Eat Local (Every) Week – Mount Bakery
From all-local dining at your favorite restaurants, to guided tours of local
farms, and farm-fresh food appearing in local cafeterias and on unexpected street
corners, it's a true smorgasbord of specials, all featuring the finest local food &
agriculture.
Time:
Location: 08C W Champion St, Bellingham
Cost: Varies
Contact: 360.715.2195
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August 19, 2010
The Chuckanut Radio Hour: Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas, artist, and
author & illustrator of The Little Hummingbird and Red: A Haida Manga
The Chuckanut Radio Hour is Village Books' monthly radio variety show which
is recorded live and features live music, the poetry corner, author interviews, and
an episode of "The Bellingham Bean." Guest authors have included Sherman Alexie,
Garrison Keillor, JA Jance, and Garth Stein. This month, we are excited to welcome
internationally renowned artist, author, and illustrator, Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas,
who adeptly blends appealing imagery with complex social and environmental issues,
calling upon his formal training in classic Haida design as well as contemporary
influences. His work is multi-modal and he has created a new art form--Haida Manga.
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Crystal Ballroom of the Leopold Retirement Residence, 1224 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham
Cost:
Contact: Nan Macy at 360.733.1599 or nan@villagebooks.com
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August 5, 2010
EPA sponsored Squalicum Park Cleanup Information Session
Trail and beach access at Little Squalicum Park will be temporarily impacted by clean up
construction to be conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) beginning August
2010. The EPA will be overseeing a removal action of this contaminated material by implementing
a cleanup action that includes rerouting Little Squalicum Creek into the historic creek channel
located just southeast of the creek's current location. Additional activities include excavating
contaminated material, placing that contaminated material into a repository onsite and covering
the contaminated material with geotextile fabric and soil. Experts will be on hand to answer your
questions about the upcoming cleanup and re-routing of Little Squalicum Creek.
Time: 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Location: Fireplace Meeting Room, 625 Halleck Street, Bellingham
Cost: $25 at Boundary Bay or at the door
Contact: www.n-sea.org or call 715-0283 or call Howard Orlean, EPA Project Manager at
(206) 553-2851 or Jeanne O'Dell, Community Involvement Coordinator at(206) 553-6919.
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August 6, 2010
Salmon At The Bay Dinner
The 8th annual Salmon at the Bay Art Show and BBQ Celebration place on Friday August
6th, hosted by Boundary Bay Brewery & Restaurant at 1107 Railroad Ave in Bellingham. Come
support wild salmon recovery efforts in Whatcom County by enjoying a delicious salmon dinner
and some great music. Local funk band Snug Harbor will provide musical entertainment from
9:30pm - 12 midnight for those over 21 years of ages. Tickets will be on sale at the door
for $10. You can also pitch in for the cause by bidding on pieces featured in NSEA's Earth,
Water, Salmon - Elements of our Stream Ecosystem art show on display at Boundary Bay and
available for bidding online at
- http://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/AuctionHome.action?auctionId=111638377. The art
auction ends at 12 midnight, August 6th.
Time: 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Location: 1107 Railroad Avenue
Cost: $25 at Boundary Bay or at the door (dinner), $10 (band)
Contact: www.n-sea.org or call 715-0283
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August 7, 2010
North Cascades Audubon Society – Semiahmoo Spit
Join us to Bird the Beaches of Semiahmoo Bay and Drayton Harbor, the only
designated Important Bird Area in Whatcom County. These half-day trips, on the first
Saturday of each month, are co-sponsored by NCAS and Whatcom County Parks. Semiahmoo
is one of our area’s most scenic, biologically-rich, and environmentally-challenged
places. We will see concentrations of shorebirds, waterfowl, and other seabirds, as
well as raptors and songbirds. Meet the group at 9 AM at Semiahmoo Park. Trip leader:
Paul Woodcock. No registration required.
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Semiahmoo Park
Cost:
Contact: Paul Woodcock by phone at 380-3356 or e-mail at vp@northcascadesaudubon.org
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August 8, 2010
Get Out and Explore the Shore with Beach Naturalists
Looking for fun summer activities? Whatcom County's shorelines abound with opportunities
for exploration, especially during summer's particularly low tides. But you'll need to get out
there soon--there are only a few days of great low tides left. Volunteer Beach Naturalists from
RE Sources for Sustainable Communities will be talking about the amazing creatures you can find,
and how best to enjoy the beach.
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Birch Bay, Larrabee State park
Cost:
Contact: Doug Stark at (360) 733-8307 or DougS@re-sources-org
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August 2, 2010
VB Reads: The World Without Us, by Alan Weisman
Weisman, an award-winning journalist, offers readers a penetrating--and sometimes
terrifying - take on how the planet would respond without the relentless pressure of the
human presence.
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Village Books, 1200 11th Street, Bellingham
Cost:
Contact: Nan Macy at 360.733.1599 or nan@villagebooks.com
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Events By Date
August 2, 2010
VB Reads: The World Without Us, by Alan Weisman
August 3, 2010
Locals in the Know: Front Yard Fun: Experiencing B'ham Bay From Water's Edge & Beyond
August 4, 2010
Green Drinks Bellingham
August 5, 2010
Eat Local (Every) Week – Pastázza
EPA sponsored Squalicum Park Cleanup Information Session
Rachel Pringle: How To Grow A School Garden
Hands-On Hugelkultur Garden Workshop
August 6, 2010
Salmon At The Bay Dinner
August 7, 2010
North Cascades Audubon Society – Semiahmoo Spit
Mind Your Own Green Business" Ecopreneur 20.10
August 8, 2010
Why Use Native Plants?
Get Out and Explore the Shore with Beach Naturalists
August 12, 2010
Eat Local (Every) Week – Old Town Cafe
August 13, 2010
Harmonica Pocket At Bellingham Library Brown Bag Concert
August 14, 2010
Conserving Water in Your Garden
August 19, 2010
Chuckanut Radio Hour: Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas
August 21, 2010
BUF Yard Sale
Using Tunnels and Hoop houses for Productive Gardening
Preserving the Harvest
Bite of Bellingham
August 21-22, 2010
Training for Transition
August 22, 2010
Choices for a Winter Garden
August 23, 2010
Chef Farm Tour – The Fresh & Local Smorgasbord
August 26, 2010
Eat Local (Every) Week – Mount Bakery
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