BELLINGHAM
Agape Home for Women and Children provides emergency shelter and transitional housing for homeless women and children in Whatcom County. The Kiwanis Clubs of Bellingham, Lynden and Ferndale are raising funds to provide an outdoor play area for the children of Agape House. Your donation is greatly appreciated. www.thelighthousemission.org
Amy's Place For Youth needs your support. Amy's Place 2006 J Street in Bellingham offers a clean and sober, safe place for youth to get off the streets and to receive food, clothing, counseling, mentoring and peer support. 360-671-5567
ATTENTION, KNITTERS: Volunteers are needed to help knit and sell hats to raise money for earthquake relief in Haiti. "Hats For Haitians" will sell adult hats for $35 and children's hats for $30, with proceeds going to Haiti. For information call 360-223-4620
Bellingham Arts Commission is seeking original, small sculptures for display in the lobby of city hall. The deadline to submit your work is March 26th. 360-778-8300
Bellingham High School is hosting Transition Whatcom's "The Great Unleashing" a three day event aimed at motivating, educating and engaging the community of the subject of Global Warming and reducing our dependence on fossil fuels April 10-12th. www.transitionwhatcom.ning.com
Bellingham Technical College 3028 Lindbergh Avenue is holding a free CAREER & EMPLOYMENT FAIR FOR THE HEALTHCARE AND BUSINESS FIELDS MARCH 8TH 10:30-12:30PM.
BELLINGHAM Western Washington University is hosting an INFORMATION FAIR to encourage students from low-income homes to pursue a college education MARCH 7TH (noon-3pm). Free parking is available in the south campus ÒCÓ lot. The fair will feature representatives from various departments and clubs at Western, Bellingham Technical College and Whatcom Community College.
Bellingham's Brigid Collins House offers a PARENT SUPPORT GROUP ("Parents Helping Parents"), Tue nights at 6:30, at the Brigid Collins Family Support Center 1231 North Garden Street. 360-734-4616
Bellingham's "Church On The Street" serves a hot meal and sack lunches to the homeless MONS, WEDS AND FRIS at 901 West Holly Street. 360-671-5507
Bellingham's Lairmont Manor is hosting a children's tea party April 7th featuring tea, juice and cookies, plus dress-up clothes. Local photographers will take photos with proceeds benefiting Haiti earthquake relief efforts. For information visit www.teaNroses.blogspot.com.
Bellingham's Maple Alley Inn serves mid-day meals Wednesdays and Thursdays to ANYONE WHO IS HUNGRY, including people who are homeless. Volunteers and community donations make this program possible. www.oppco.org
Bellingham's Village Books hosts a KNITTING GROUP the 4th Mon of each month (1pm) 360-733-1599
Blue Skies For Children is looking for people interested in sponsoring a child. For information about their "Little Wishes" and "Sponsor-A-Child" programs call 360-756-6710
Brigid Collins House offers a drop-in play group ("Healthy Families Play Group") Tuesday mornings (10:30), at the Brigid Collins Family Support Center (1231 North Garden Street). 360-734-4616
DivorceCare for Women Support Group Beginning January 19th, 6:30-8:30 p.m, Tuesdays Northlake Community Church 1471 McLeod Road. On-going support group and video series for women experiencing separation or divorce. Contact: 360-714-1326 or 360-671-9500
Do you have a friend of family member who suffers from Alzheimer's, or another form of dementia? I am a student at WWU in aging studies, and a licensed caregiver. I'm interested in testing out different varieties of activities to stimulate the brain and entertain as well. Contact me by e-mail if you're interested in hiring someone to work with your loved one. my_migraine_fly@yahoo.com
During the month of March Katie's Cupcakes 1005 Harris Avenue will donate proceeds from the sale of specially decorated cupcakes to the Whatcom Humane Society.
Elder Service Providers Caregiver Conference March 12, 2010 8:00AM-4:30PM. St. Luke's Health Education Center. Call for details. 360-715-6563
Every month on the 15th it's "Free Resume Day" at Copies Now 810 North St. in Bellingham. Copies Now will print up to 5 resumes for free. If you need help creating a resume you can consult WorkSource Whatcom 101 Prospect St. 360-647-7565
If you or a loved one are coping with a mental health diagnosis, you may need information and support. Call NAMI. 360-671-4950
If you recently lost your job and are being EVICTED contact the Opportunity Council about their Eviction Prevention Programs. They may be able to help: 360-734-5121
LifeGate Christian Ministries Thrift Store is NOW OPEN for business! Donations of used clothes, small appliances, children's clothes, infant/newborn, bicycles appreciated. Garage sale leftovers can possibly be picked up. 10-5pm Tue-Sat 1422 Cornwall. 360-714-8989
Mt. Baker Dental Hygienists Society presents the 5th annual "WHATCOM COUNTY FREE SEALANT DAY" February 27th. Local children from low-income families will receive free dental screenings, x-rays, sealants and fluoride treatments at Interfaith Dental Clinic (220 Unity Street) in Bellingham. To make an appointment, call after January 15th 714-9010 (press "4" to leave a message)
St. Joseph Hospital offers cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure SCREENINGS at various times every month at various locations throughout the county. For information about cost, times and locations call 360-738-6720
Suicide Survivors Support Group: 2nd Monday and 4th Monday evenings of the month. 1212 Indian St. 6:30- 8pm. 360-671-4950
The Bellingham Backgammon Association is hosting monthly tournament play on the 3rd Sunday of the month beginning November 15th at Pacific Martial Arts at 1308 N. State Street. Doors open at 6pm. All levels of experience are welcome. Entry fee is $15. 360-733-6173
The Bellingham Barnes and Noble store offers a reading group for 10-to-14 year-old's the third Tue of every month at 6:30 p.m
The Bellingham public library offers a new email service, featuring 23 different newsletters for book lovers. No library card is needed. For information about the "NextReads" newsletter visit www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.
The Elks Club 710 Samish Way hosts Kiwanis BINGO Tue nights (6:00). Bring a can of food for the food bank and you'll receive a free "early bird" bingo card.
The makers of the documentary "The Mountain Runners"--depicting the race to the top of Mount Baker in 1911--are seeking donations to help them complete the film. www.themountainrunners.com
The Opportunity Council's Energy Assistance Program is scheduling appointments by phone Mon.-Thurs. 9-12 and 1-4. 1-888-586-7293 or 360-255-2192
The SQUALICUM HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ BAND presents The Annual Blue Note Swing Dance and dessert auction Friday, March 12th at the Squalicum High School Forum 3773 E. McLeod Rd. with special guests THE BELLINGHAM YOUTH JAZZ BAND. Doors open at 6:30. Dance lessons from 7:00-8:00pm. Swing Dance 8:00-10:30pm. Tickets $5 Seniors/students, $10 adults and children 10 and under are FREE! 360-676-6471
The Whatcom County Foster And Adoptive Parents Association (FAPA) is looking for volunteers to help stuff duffel bags and backpacks with donated clothing and toys at the "Brigid Collins" facility on Garden Street in Bellingham for distribution to local foster kids. Also, they can always use donations, especially toddlers' and kids' shoes, coats and sweatshirts; toothbrushes; diapers and infant formula. 360-734-4616, extension 20 or 360-366-7320
The Whatcom Weavers Guild meets the second Wednesday of each month, September through June, beginning at 7 p.m. in St. James Presbyterian Church's lower-level meeting room located at 910 14th Street in Bellingham. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. Admission is free.
TOASTMASTER CLUB- for those who are looking to "develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth": The Messengers Club meets Tue mornings at seven, at Christ The King Church-at the corner of Bakerview and Meridian. 360-599-9661
United Way Of Whatcom County is providing FREE "FamilyWize" prescription drug discount cards. The card can save you up to 30%. It's not insurance, so anyone can use it. www.unitedwaywhatcom.org or www.familywize.org
Whatcom Community College is looking for retired or active registered nurses who are willing to volunteer as mentors to new nursing students as part of WCC Encore Alliance of Registered Nurses program. 360-383-3194
Whatcom Community Foundation is accepting CASH DONATIONS AND DONATIONS OF SCHOOL SUPPLIES for students displaced by the recent Whatcom Middle School fire. www.whatcomcf.org
Whatcom Hospice offers free, drop-in GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS Tues (7pm) and Weds (2pm) at St. Luke's Health Education Center (3333 Squalicum Parkway) in Bellingham. 360-733-5877
Whatcom P.T.S.A. Co-Presidents Wendy Albrecht and Kerrie Zerba are coordinating names of community members who are willing to volunteer, as needed, in a variety of ways, to help students and their families deal with the damage caused by the recent fire at Bellingham's Whatcom Middle School. WhatcomPTSA@gmail.com
You are invited to bring heirlooms and antiques to be evaluated by an 11 member panel at an "Antiques and Collectibles View and Value" March 20th from 11-4pm at the Bellingham Senior Center 315 Halleck St. The cost is $6 per item/$15 for 3 items. 360-773-4030
You're invited to join the WHATCOM SPEED SKATING CLUB for fun and fitness (all ages and skill levels)--Tue nights at 7:15, at the Bellingham Sportsplex.
You're invited to join the Women's SINGING GROUP "Bellingham Threshold Choir" whose purpose is to sing for the seriously ill or dying meets the second, fourth and fifth Tue nights (6:30) at Jerns Funeral Chapel (800 East Sunset Drive). www.bellinghamthresholdchoir.org For more information call 360-927-4384
You're invited to take part in country line dancing, Mon (9:15am), at the Bellingham Senior Center (no partner required). The cost is $3. 360-676-1450
BLAINE
Laura Jacoby Magic Lantern Picture Show: a free talk and collection of historical Whatcom County photographs including cannery photos, logging and more. Saturday, March 6th at 11am. Blaine Senior Community Center 763 G Street Blaine. 360-332-8040
Mystery Night at the Blaine Library for teens, March 19th 6-8pm. Help solve a murder and hear about the latest in suspense books. For middle and high school students. Limited to the first 10 teens to sign up! For registration call the Blaine Library at 360-332-8146
You are invited to attend a community potluck at the Blaine Senior Center at 763 G Street, Blaine. Bring what you like or choose a special recipe from the Blaine Senior Cookbook. Place settings and coffee will be provided. 360-332-8040
DEMING
Music Extravaganza! Learn how to play the recorder and make a rubber band guitar. For ages 5 and up. Saturday, March 13th at 10:30am. Deming Library 5044 Mt. Baker Hwy. 360-592-2422
EVERSON
A writing and discussion club for authors of all ages. Bring pen/pencil, paper and IDEAS! Thursdays from 4-6pm at the Everson Library. 360-966-5100
Bellingham's Brigid Collins House offers a Parents Helping Parents meeting, Tue at 6:30pm at the Nooksack Center For Children And Families 3326 East Badger Road. 360-734-4616
Friends of the Everson Library Used Book Sale. Friday-Saturday, March 26-27th from 10am to 4pm, S. Sale located in the alley off of Kirsch Drive, behind Peoples Bank. For more information call 360-966-5100
Kept in Stitches: Join a good natured group for an evening of knitting, laughter, crocheting, needlework and more. Everson Library 104 Kirsch Dr. Tuesdays from 6:30-8:00pm 360-966-5100
Rubber Band Mania! There are so many amazing things to do and make with rubber bands. Join Laurie Dawson and see for yourself! For ages 5 and up. Saturday, March 13th at 10:30am. Everson Library 104 Kirsch Dr. 360-966-5100
FERNDALE
Anime Club: Middle and high schoolers, if you like anime come and watch and review "Case Closed: The Last Wizard of the Century" on March 10th 3:30-4:30 at our new Anime Club. Meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday. Snack provided. Ferndale Public Library, 2222 Main St.
Dollars For Scholars presents "Pasta Pizzazz With Chef Paul" a gourmet dinner prepared by Master Chef Paul Ingram and choice seats for the play "Oliver" March 6th (5:15pm) at Ferndale High School. Dinner is $10. The play is $10. Proceeds support senior scholarships. Reservations are recommended 360-383-9261
Ferndale Community Meal Service Expands! Twice monthly meals are served at the United Church of Ferndale, 2034 Washington Street, from 10 am-noon. 360-303-4058
Ferndale High School presents the musical "Oliver"--with performances March 4th, 5th, 6th, 11th, 12th and 13th at 7pm. Admission is $10. Group rates are available for ten or more people. For information call 360-383-9261
Legal Alternatives 2058 Main Street in Ferndale is offering a Free Credit Counseling Workshop covering budgets, debts and planning for the future, March 19th 7pm. Reservations are required. 360-384-1217
Master Gardener Foundation of Whatcom County is offering a FREE fruit tree grafting workshop March 13th (9am) at Tennant Lake Interpretive Center 5236 Nielsen Avenue 360-676-6736
THE OTHER BANK provides basic hygiene items to low-income families with children in the Ferndale School District Tues (10am-noon) in the Ferndale City Hall Annex (5694 Second Avenue). THE OTHER BANK relies entirely on donations from the community. If you can contribute, please call 360-224-5193
You're invited to join the Ferndale Food Bank for a fundraising pancake breakfast the first Saturday of the month (8am-11am), at United Church of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street).
LYNDEN
Alien Invasion! See what happens when aliens invade the library. For ages 5 and up. Saturday, March 20th 10:30am. Lynden Public Library 216 4th Street. 360-354-4883
Bestsellers Book Club meets Wednesday, March 17th at 1pm. Reading "Olive Ketteridge" by Elizabeth Strout. All are welcome. For March 10th read "Too Close to the Falls" by Catherine Gildiner. Lynden Public Library 216 4th Street. 360-354-4883
FREE, CONFIDENTIAL PREGNANCY TESTS are available Mons and Tues (10am-3pm) at 8575 Bender Road 360-354-3862
Free income tax preparation begins February 13th by appointment only at the Lynden Library 216 4th Street. Tuesdays 10-2 and Saturdays 10-3 throughout the tax season. 360-354-4883
Have a Heart Food Drive: Contribute nonperishable food items at the Lynden Library in March to benefit Lynden's Food Bank, Project Hope. For more information call 360-354-4883
Lynden's North County Christ The King Church (1816 18th Street) is COLLECTING SUPPLIES for the victims of Haiti's recent earthquake. They need non-perishable food items, powdered baby formula, plastic or paper plates and utensils, flashlights, batteries, hand tools and more.
Meet the Author: Martin Burwash will read from his book "Vis Major: Railroad Men, an Act of God- White Death at Wellington" and answer questions about the "White Death" avalanche disaster which occurred 100 years ago. March 16th at 7pm. Lynden Library 216 4th Street. 360-354-4883
The Lynden Fire Department offers CPR CLASSES the first Mon of each month at 7pm. Also, they offer First Aid classes the second Mon of each month. For fee information or to register call 360-354-4400
You're invited to join the "Re-enactment Group" at Lynden's Pioneer Museum, every third Wednesday (6:30pm) "to practice and develop living history, to give presentations and programs, learn inspirational techniques and research history." 360-354-3675
SKAGIT
"Skagitonians To Preserve Farmland" operates a low wattage radio station, providing information for travelers about local agriculture--AM 1630 360-336-3974
