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 1704 N. State St. 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
Are you 13-17? Know a youth in need of emergency housing? 24hr Hotline: 360-393-0116. Call for free confidential support. NWYS
Author Clark Humphrey presents "Walking Seattle: 35 Tours Of The Jet City's Parks, Landmarks, Neighborhoods & Scenic Views" February 26th (2pm) at Bellingham's Village Books.
Bellingham now has a pet loss support group. They meet the second and fourth Monday of the month at 6pm at St. Luke's Community Health Education Center 3333 Squalicum Parkway. bhampetloss@yahoo.com
Bellingham Parks And Recreation is hosting a Family Valentine Party featuring games, crafts, treats and more February 12th (2pm-4pm) at Bloedel Donovan Community Building (2214 Electric Avenue). Admission is $2. 360-778-7000
Bellingham Senior Activity Center (315 Halleck Street) hosts a PANCAKE BREAKFAST the second Saturday of each month. The cost is $5. 360-733-4030
Bellingham's 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
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 HERITAGE FLIGHT MUSEUM is open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays (noon-4pm) except major holidays. The third Saturday of the month is "Flying Day". Admission is by suggested $5 donation. www.heritageflight.org
Bellingham's Lighthouse Mission NEEDS DONATIONS of baby wipes, toilet paper, bleach, sugar, coffee, butter or margarine, tea bags and more. www.thelighthousemission.org
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
Blue Skies For Children grants "Little Wishes" for homeless, low-income or foster care children (age 6-14). They're always looking for more sponsors. Sponsorship is $50-a-month. You'll receive a photo and personal story of the child you sponsor. For information call 360-756-6710
Blue Skies For Children has launched an instrument lending program for Whatcom County music students (between ages 6 and 15), who are unable to afford the cost of renting or buying an instrument. For information about the "Instrument Loaner" program call 360-756-6710
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
Corinthian Yacht Club is holding a Benefit Dance to support Community Boating Center featuring music by Walrus on February 11th (7pm) at Melody Hall In Bellingham. Admission is $25. For information or to RSVP call 360-380-3538
Every month on the 15th it's "Free Resume Day" at Copies Now 810 N. State 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
Graduate students in WWU's Psychology Department are offering FREE COUNSELING (under faculty supervision) on a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, vocational choices, communication problems and more. Appointments for families and couples are available Tuesday evenings (4pm-6pm). Appointments for individual counseling of adults, adolescents and children are available Monday-through-Friday (8am-4pm). 360-650-3184
If you are age 50 or over you are invited to learn tap dancing with the Bellingham Senior Activity Center. "Senior Steppers" meets Mondays at 9:15am and Fridays at 1:30pm. The group entertains at care centers and community centers throughout the county. 360-733-4030
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
If you would like to attract wildlife to your yard, there are mentors available with free advice courtesy of Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department. Call ext. 24 at 360-676-6801
Interfaith Community Health Care provides dental care to babies, children and young adults (18 and younger). The sliding fee scale ensures affordable services for people who need them. ICHC is currently accepting appointment requests for new and established patients. 360-676-6177
Kaleidoscope Community Yoga, Wednesday's at 7:30 pm Presence Dance Studio, 1412 Cornwall Ave. $10 suggested donation
Learn the basics of ballroom dancing, big band, and more at the Bellingham Senior Center, Wednesdays 9:30am-10:30am, Mondays 4pm-5pm. 360-733-4030 or 360-734-1529
Local teens (grades 6-12) are invited to submit original poems for the 2nd annual Forest of Words Teen Poetry Contest. The application deadline is February 15th. For information call 360-592-2422
Local travelers Alan and Lisbeth Fritzberg present "Scenes From Rwanda People, Mountain Gorillas And Akagera National Park" February 16th (7pm) at Whatcom Museum (121 Prospect Street) in Bellingham. Admission is by suggested $3 donation.
Local veterans are invited to apply for assistance with their utility bills, rent, medical expenses and other needs. The Whatcom County Veterans Program administers a fund for qualified applicants. Applications are available at the Veterans Assistance Center 1000 North Forest Suite #188. For more information call 676-6724, extension 50877
Northwest Singles Club meet for a weekly walk at the head of Taylor Dock, near the restrooms at 10am on Monday mornings. Followed by coffee at Woods at Boulevard Park at approximately 11am. For more information call 360-733-5448
Old Town Christian Ministries is working with "The Basic Food Program" to help those in need. To find out if you qualify for the program or to volunteer your time or donate call 360-671-5567
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center's Adult Day Health Center is hosting a Presentation "Depression In The Elderly And Their Family Caregivers" February 16th (7pm) at St. Luke's Health Education Center (3333 Squalicum Parkway). 360-788-6410
Puget Sound Energy is offering owners of manufactured homes in Whatcom County the chance to seal up leaky ductwork and receive other ENERGY EFFICIENCY UPGRADES for free through September. For information call 800-562-1482
Skiers and boarders are invited to join a fun, active recreation group for trips to Park City, Sun Peaks and Crystal Mountain and other year round outdoor activities. Call 360-733-9433
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
Swing Connection is performing at the Crystal Ballroom at The Leopold 1224 Cornwall Ave. on February 11th at 6pm. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. 360-733-3500
The 8th annual Whatcom County Free Sealant Day providing free dental care for eligible needy kids is February 4th at Interfaith Dental Clinic (220 Unity Street) in Bellingham. For information on APPLYING OR VOLUNTEERING call 360-714-9010
The adult book group "BELLINGHAM READS!" meets at the library the 4th Thursday of the month at 7pm for a lively discussion of good books. 360-676-6860
The Bellingham BARNES AND NOBLE STORE offers a reading group for 10-to-14 year-old's the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm.
The Bellingham Storytellers Guild meets the first Tuesday of the month at the Fairhaven Library. 360-714-9631
The Eagles hold an indoor BAZAAR & SWAP MEET the first Saturday of the month (9am-3pm) at 1125 North Forest Street in Bellingham. The cost of a booth to sell your items is $20. For more information call 360-223-7582
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 group Parent to Parent provides emotional support and information FOR FAMILIES OF SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN. They meet the third Monday of each month at 7pm. For information call 360-255-2056
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 Presbyterian Church on Birchwood in Bellingham offers MEETINGS FOR MOTHERS OF PRE-SCHOOLERS ("MOPS"), the second and fourth Tuesday mornings of the month, starting at 9:30. There is a $5 cost. For information call 360-398-7645
The third annual "Compete For A Cause" SCRABBLE TOURNAMENT is FEBRUARY 4TH (10am) at Leopold Retirement Center (1224 Cornwall Avenue) in Bellingham. (There's a "secret tips for success" session at 9:45am. Admission is $5) The entry fee is $20, with proceeds benefiting Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center. www.whatcomdrc.org
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 LITERACY COUNCIL NEEDS VOLUNTEER TUTORS. You're invited to join them for a free information session the third Wednesday of the month (5pm), at the Bellingham public library. www.whatcomliteracy.org 360-647-3264
There's a WRITER'S SUPPORT GROUP the second Tuesday of each month at 7pm at the Bellingham Barnes and Noble store.
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 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
Winners of the Whatcom Writes! Contest will read from their entries February 12th (4pm) at Bellingham's Village Books.
You can help Boys And Girls Clubs in Whatcom County. Visit this website for information: www.refresheverything.com/whatcomclubs.
You can help protect local shorelines by taking part in the Whatcom County "Shore Stewards" program. For information call 360-676-6736
You can help with the local effort to ensure that nursing home residents have warm socks to wear during Winter. New socks are being collected as part of the local Socks For Seniors program. For more information visit www.socksforseniors.com.
You're invited to a free FAMILY FUN NIGHT featuring hot dogs, Wii bowling, pool, ping pong, card games, Pictionary and more at Bellingham Senior Center (315 Halleck Street) the LAST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH. 360-733-4030
You're invited to Family Story Night (ages 6-to-adult) with Bellingham Storyteller's Guild February 17th (7pm) at the Fairhaven branch library in Bellingham. 360-778-7188
You're invited to join the NORTHWEST SINGLES CLUB for "COFFEE HOUR" Saturday mornings at ten, at Bellingham's Alaska Ferry Terminal. 360-671-5092 or 360-715-1002
You're invited to learn the traditional dances of Scotland at the Fairhaven Library in Bellingham. There are programs for beginners, Tuesday nights at 7:30; and programs for intermediate dancers, Wednesday nights at 7:30. 360-671-3806
DEMING
Talk time at the Deming Public Library: Learn and practice English in a formal setting. All languages welcome! Wednesdays, 4:30-6pm. 5044 Mt. Baker Highway 360-592-2422
EVERSON
George Werkema presents "Whatcom County Railroad History" Part Two February 25th (3pm) at Everson McBeath Community Library (104 Kirsch Drive). 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
The Write Idea: A writing and discussion club for authors of all ages. Bring pen/pencil, paper, and IDEAS! Thursdays from 4 to 6pm at the Everson McBeath Community Library, 104 Kirsch Drive 360-966-5100
FERNDALE
Ferndale Community Center (5694 Second Avenue) connects people with Community Resources. The many services they offer include Worksource computer access, DSHS information, shower passes, a small clothing bank, housing applications, free hygiene products for qualifying families in the Ferndale school district, a drop-in mental illness support group, youth drug dependency assessment /counseling and more. 360-380-2200
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 Community Resource Center: Connects people with community resources and services. 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale. www.ferndalecrc.org 360-380-2200
Ferndale Senior Activity Center at 1999 Cherry Street is hosting a Sweetheart Dance featuring music by Mary Michaelson & Travelin' Light on February 11th at 6:30pm. Tickets are $17. 360-384-6244
Interfaith Community Health Care provides dental care to babies, children and young adults (18 and younger). The sliding fee scale ensures affordable services for people who need them. ICHC is currently accepting appointment requests for new and established patients. 360-676-6177
Talk Time at the Ferndale Library: Un tiempo para practicar ingles. Learn and practice English in an informal setting. Thursdays from 6 to 7:30pm. Ferndale Public Library, 2007 Cherry St. at Pioneer Pavilion 360-384-3647
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
United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal February 11th (10am-noon). 360-384-1422
You are invited to join "Friends of Tennant Lake and Hovander Park" to discuss upcoming educational programs at the parks. They meet the second Tuesday of the month. 360-384-3064
You're invited to join the Ferndale Food Bank for a fundraising PANCAKE BREAKFAST the first Saturday of the month from 8am-11am, at United Church of Ferndale 2034 Washington Street.
LYNDEN
FREE, CONFIDENTIAL PREGNANCY TESTS are available Mons and Tues (10am-3pm) at 8575 Bender Road 360-354-3862
Get help with basic needs: the Opportunity Council Outreach Coordinator will help fill out forms fro energy assistance, food programs and housing needs at the Lynden Public Library the first Thursday of every month beginning in May from 4-6pm. 216 4th Street Lynden 360-354-4883
"Katz! Coffee And Used Books," in Lynden, hosts "OPEN MIC" the first and third Friday of the month at 7:30pm. 360-354-2471
Lynden Performing Arts Guild presents "The Diary Of Anne Frank" with performances February 15th-March 4th at Claire vg Thomas Theatre. Tickets are $12. www.clairevgtheatre.org
North County Christ The King Community Church 123 North 17th Street, Lynden offers "DIVORCE CARE"- a support group for women experiencing divorce and separation, Thursdays at 7pm. 360-354-6524 or 360-318-9446
The "2ND CHANCE THRIFT STORE AND GYM" is holding "gym sales" every Saturday, from 9-to-3, in the old Lynden Christian Middle School gym-at the corner of 1st and Drayton. Proceeds benefit Lynden Christian School. 360-354-5323
The 33rd annual Whatcom County Home And Garden Show is March 2nd (10am-8pm), 3rd (10am-8pm) and 4th (10am-5pm) at Northwest Washington Fair & Event Center (1775 Front Street) in Lynden. Tickets are $7.
The Lynden Fire Department offers CPR CLASSES the first Monday of each month at 7pm. Also, they offer First Aid classes the second Monday of each month. For fee information or to register call 360-354-4400
Western Line Dance classes, Beginners & Intermediate, $4 per class, teens & up. Call for schedule, great fun & exercise. No partner needed. Lessons held at the Ten Mile Grange Hall, 6958 Hannegan Rd. (close to Pole Rd. crossing). Leave message at 360-354-4325
You're invited to join in on COUNTRY LINE DANCING classes at the Lynden Community Center 401 Grover Street, Fridays at 1:30pm. For information call 360-656-6750
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
