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SUMMARY:Aging in Place: Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Most older adults want to remain in their homes as they age\, but much of our existing housing isn’t designed to support that goal. This free session will walk through what it actually takes to age in place successfully and how to begin preparing now to support your needs over time. \nJoin us for a free\, interactive panel discussion with housing design and elder services experts. \nAs a result of this session\, participants will: \nBe able to identify their home’s physical and environmental features that may hinder or help with aging in place \nConsider potential future physical\, cognitive\, or social challenges and how they could be addressed or mitigated \nKnow what resources are available to support aging in place \nThis session includes a short presentation\, a panel discussion\, and time for audience Q&A.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/aging-in-place-panel-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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SUMMARY:Tide Talk : Harris Bay History with Kolby LaBree.
DESCRIPTION:Kolby LaBree will present History of Harris Bay in Bellingham Washington\, featuring early stories of waterfront life on the shores of today’s Fairhaven Historic District. \nThis program is brought to you by Bellinghistory with the Good Time Girls\, Maritime Washington and the Community Boating Center. \nKolby LaBree is the owner and operator of BellingHistory with The Good Time Girls\, providing guided historical tours of Bellingham\, Washington. Founded in 2011\, The Good Time Girls are known for their entertaining tours with off-beat stories and costumed guides. Kolby is a native “Belling-hamster” and has a degree in anthropology from WWU. She also serves on the board of the Whatcom County Historical Society and the Historic Preservation Commission in Bellingham. Kolby has a particular fondness for all salty history.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/tide-talk-harris-bay-history-with-kolby-labree-2/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260411T210000
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CREATED:20260318T180855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T180855Z
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SUMMARY:Rick Steves: Travel as a Political Act
DESCRIPTION:Americans accustomed to global travel find themselves on uncharted ground today — as citizens of a nation whose president is hostile to the governments of countries most visited by Americans. What does this recent rupture of longstanding ties with U.S. allies mean for Americans who travel overseas? America’s foremost travel writer\, Rick Steves\, believes there’s more to travel than good food and fun in the sun. By venturing out of their comfort zones\, American travelers can gain an empathy for the other 96 percent of humanity and a better understanding of the interconnectedness of today’s world. In a provocative slideshow lecture\, Rick draws from lessons learned in a lifetime of travel to illustrate how\, when Americans “travel as a political act\,” they come home with the greatest of all souvenirs: a broader perspective.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/rick-steves-travel-as-a-political-act/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260410T223000
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SUMMARY:Rising Tide Speaker Series with Vina Brown | Ancestral Geometry
DESCRIPTION:Join Paper Whale for the Rising Tide speaker series\, featuring Vina Brown (Haíɫzaqv and Nuu-chah-nulth)—a scholar\, artist and wellness advocate whose work centers on honoring Earth\, culture and community. \nThe evening begins with live jazz from the Mark Hunter Trio\, followed by live art from Rose Drummond\, short stories from local changemakers as part of the “Small Wins” series and a keynote presentation from Vina on the topic of “Ancestral Geometry: She Wove Without Hunger.” \nStick around after the program for an afterparty with Cuban Dance Project. \nTake a different approach to your Friday night and connect with your community through story\, music and shared experience. \nRising Tide is generously supported by the Project Neighborly Fund of the Whatcom Community Foundation. \nTickets by donation from $10. \nTickets: https://www.paper-whale.com/event-details/rising-tide-ancestral-geometry-she-wove-without-hunger \nFriday\, April 10\, 2026\n7–10:30 PM\n707 Astor St\, Bellingham\, WA 98225
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/rising-tide-speaker-series-with-vina-brown-ancestral-geometry/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260410T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20260403T153902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T153902Z
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SUMMARY:Discover First Impulse Painting
DESCRIPTION:A FREE info session to find out if First Impulse Painting is a fit for you! Explore the resources you already possess within you to express your unique creative nature. No skill\, talent or previous experience needed!\nhttps://www.jansenartcenter.org/events/come-discover-more-about-this-unique-upcoming-class-series-access-creativity-with-first-impulse-painting-5/
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/discover-first-impulse-painting-2/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260402T203000
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CREATED:20260326T165512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T165512Z
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SUMMARY:All Things Baker
DESCRIPTION:All Things Baker: Backcountry Night \nJoin Backcountry Essentials & Beacon Guidebooks on April 2 at 7pm for an evening of spring touring tips\, stories from Mount Baker\, and a community roundtable on access\, snowpack\, and sharing the mountains with Cascade Mountain Ascents\, NWAC\, and others. \nStick around for a raffle benefiting the Cascade Backcountry Alliance\, with prizes from MountainFLOW Eco-Wax\, Traverse Equipment\, and Rocky Talkie.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/all-things-baker/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260319T193000
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CREATED:20260306T223130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T223130Z
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SUMMARY:Tide Talk : Harris Bay History with Kolby LaBree.
DESCRIPTION:Kolby LaBree will present History of Harris Bay in Bellingham Washington\, featuring early stories of waterfront life on the shores of today’s Fairhaven Historic District. \nThis program is brought to you by Bellinghistory with the Good Time Girls\, Maritime Washington and the Community Boating Center. \nKolby LaBree is the owner and operator of BellingHistory with The Good Time Girls\, providing guided historical tours of Bellingham\, Washington. Founded in 2011\, The Good Time Girls are known for their entertaining tours with off-beat stories and costumed guides. Kolby is a native “Belling-hamster” and has a degree in anthropology from WWU. She also serves on the board of the Whatcom County Historical Society and the Historic Preservation Commission in Bellingham. Kolby has a particular fondness for all salty history.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/tide-talk-harris-bay-history-with-kolby-labree/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260313T223000
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CREATED:20260209T182753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T182753Z
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SUMMARY:Rising Tide Speaker Series with Aaron Asis\, presented by Paper Whale | The Public Impact of Public Art
DESCRIPTION:Join Paper Whale for the second installment of the Rising Tide speaker series of 2026. Explore how public art shapes and energizes our cities with artist and filmmaker Aaron Asis. Hear his stories of large-scale\, collaborative public projects\, and enjoy live jazz from Mark Hunter Trio\, community talks and a Q&A with the guest speaker. \nStick around for an afterparty with DJ Mr. Noodyl. Generously supported by the Project Neighborly Fund of the Whatcom Community Foundation.\nTickets by donation\, starting at $10.\nLearn more and buy tickets at https://www.paper-whale.com/event-details/rising-tide-unbreakable-the-power-of-never-giving-up \nFriday\, March 13\, 2026\n7–10:30 PM\n707 Astor St\, Bellingham\, WA 98225
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/rising-tide-speaker-series-with-aaron-asis-presented-by-paper-whale-the-public-impact-of-public-art/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260310T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260310T160000
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CREATED:20260306T223117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T223117Z
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SUMMARY:Whatcom Genealogical Society March meeting
DESCRIPTION:“Tips and Tricks for using Ancestry.com”\nAre you getting the most out of your searches on Ancestry.com?\nJoin us for this informative meeting where we will learn how to effectively use this wonderful resource.\nDoors open at 1:30pm. There are no stairs to navigate and plenty of free parking.\nVisitors are always welcome!\nhttps://www.whatcom-gen-soc.org
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/whatcom-genealogical-society-march-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260213T223000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20260209T182746Z
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SUMMARY:Rising Tide Speaker Series\, presented by Paper Whale | Unbreakable: The Power of Never Giving Up
DESCRIPTION:Join Paper Whale for the first Rising Tide speaker series event of 2026\, featuring local endurance athlete Kacie Cleveland. Hear her inspiring story of overcoming heart failure\, breaking records and pushing limits—including inline skating across the U.S. in 47 days. \nEnjoy live jazz\, short community stories\, a Q&A and stick around for a neon-fueled roller disco afterparty with DJ Loveli. Generously supported by the Project Neighborly Fund of the Whatcom Community Foundation. \nTickets by donation\, starting at $10. Buy tickets at https://www.paper-whale.com/event-details/rising-tide-unbreakable-the-power-of-never-giving-up \nFriday\, February 13\, 2026\n7–10:30 PM\n707 Astor St\, Bellingham\, WA 98225
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/rising-tide-speaker-series-presented-by-paper-whale-unbreakable-the-power-of-never-giving-up/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20251028T164007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T164007Z
UID:47349-1762282800-1762288200@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:At the Edge of Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Lifelong pacifist and Quaker Daniel Kirkpatrick will share stories\, images\, and insights about his recent diplomacy trip to Ukraine. The talk will contrast the external threats to democracy Ukrainians face with the internal threats to democracy that are ascendant in the USA.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/at-the-edge-of-democracy/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251013T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20251008T173832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T173832Z
UID:47198-1760362200-1760371200@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Whatcom Genealogical Society
DESCRIPTION:Using the Family Search.org catalog – a presentation by Charlotte Van Valkenburgh\, an intern at the FamilySearch library in Salt Lake City. Learning how to fill the branches of your\n“Family Tree”.\nPioneer Pavilion\, 2007 Cherry St. Ferndale\, WA\nMonday\, Oct. 13\, 2025. Doors open at 1:30 P.M.\nFor more information: https://www.whatcom-gen-soc.org
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/whatcom-genealogical-society-3/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20251008T173821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T173821Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia: Caring Together conference
DESCRIPTION:Dementia Support NW warmly welcomes you to our annual conference\, Friday\, Oct. 10\, 8-4 at the Lakeway hotel\, Four Points by Sheraton.\n“DEMENTIA: Caring Together” will be a day of informational talks\, a lovely lunch\, and breaks to visit our dementia resource fair. Learn from experts\, find support\, and share what we’ve learned. Please join us!\nMore info or register at:\nhttps://www.dementiasupportnw.org/general-1
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/dementia-caring-together-conference/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251009T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20250909T155422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T155422Z
UID:46922-1760038200-1760043600@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:"Hot Hardy Plants for Super Shady Gardens"
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to welcome Heronswood Garden’s Director\, Dr. Ross Bayton\, for a talk on the best that shade gardening has to offer. Expand your plant palette to include shade-loving plants that are grown in the famous garden\, that is known for its rare plants and cutting-edge design. As with many Pacific Northwest gardens\, shade is a predominant feature\, and the garden utilizes a unique palette of plants to create beauty under the trees. Dr Bayton “will reveal a wealth of richly hued and elaborately textured plants that flourish in various shade conditions.” \nLondon-born botanist and gardener Dr. Ross Bayton gained his PhD at the Royal Botanic Gardens\, Kew. He’s the author of several books on horticulture\, including New Trees: Introductions to Cultivation (with John Grimshaw)\, Plant Families: A Guide for Gardeners and Botanists (with Simon Maugham)\, and most recently The Gardener’s Botanical: An Encyclopedia of Latin Plant Names. Formerly the Gardening Editor of the UK’s best-selling gardening periodical\, BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine\, he is now the Director of the world-renowned Heronswood Garden in Kingston\, WA\, and gardens on 5 acres in Bremerton.\nTo learn more about Heronswood\, go to http://www.heronswood.com/
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/hot-hardy-plants-for-super-shady-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20250818T170505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T170505Z
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SUMMARY:Boost Biodiversity in Your Garden with Insect-Friendly Habitat
DESCRIPTION:News of crashing insect populations may make you feel hopeless about the future. However\, there are many things you can do to make a real difference in improving insect biodiversity where you live. \nThere is so much that you can do to make a difference in your garden! In Amy’s engaging and informative talk\, you’ll learn about keystone plants\, the fascinating creatures that show up when you welcome them in\, and the importance of your garden’s habitat. She will give detailed information about eight simple steps that you can take to increase biodiversity and create a more insect-friendly habitat in your garden. \nAmy Campion grew up in Minnesota and gardened in the Cincinnati area\, where she worked at a wholesale nursery for 16 years. In 2013\, she and her husband moved to Portland\, Oregon. Amy is the co-author of Gardening in the Pacific Northwest: The Complete Homeowner’s Guide\, along with Paul Bonine. She currently works at Garden Fever in Northeast Portland. Amy writes and speaks about gardening for insects and other wildlife\, and she’s passionate about helping others make their own gardens more biodiverse.\nTo learn more go to The World’s Best Gardening Blog (Amy’s website and blog) http://amycampion.com
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/boost-biodiversity-in-your-garden-with-insect-friendly-habitat/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250516T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20250505T163841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T163841Z
UID:45136-1747396800-1747402200@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:The 2025 La Conner Guitar Festival presents... Tracy Spring's workshop::"Unpacking  Great Songs"
DESCRIPTION:A great lyric. A lovely bridge. An unexpected melodic line or chord structure. What caught your ear or captured your heart? We’ll bring our favorite songs to this workshop and learn about songwriting by exploring the great moves that someone else made. Bonus points if you bring a song you love\, and then play a song you’ve written that incorporates one of those great moves! No prior songwriting experience is required to participate; just bring a favorite song to share with the group. \nTickets: $30 advance/$35 at the Box Office (Maple Hall\, 104 Commercial St.\, La Conner\, WA\nhttps://laconnerguitarfestival.com/workshops
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/the-2025-la-conner-guitar-festival-presents-tracy-springs-workshopunpacking-great-songs/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250512T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20250429T143601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T143601Z
UID:45018-1747058400-1747065600@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Whatcom Genealogical Society
DESCRIPTION:Ancestry DNA – a presentation by Peg Mertl\nJoin us for an enlightening presentation on Ancestry.com DNA.\nPeg is an accomplished Ancestry DNA researcher and collaborator and serves as a volunteer at the local Family History Center.\nMay 12\, 2025\, 2 pm\n2007 Cherry St. Ferndale\, WA\nContact information: whatcomgenesoc@gmail.com\nWGS Web: https://www.whatcom-gen-soc.org
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/whatcom-genealogical-society/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20250502T190550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T190550Z
UID:45069-1746126000-1746131400@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Best Hiking Trails in Whatcom County by Ken Wilcox
DESCRIPTION:Ken Wilcox\, an expert in outdoor recreation\, will be leading an engaging event exploring the best local hiking trails in Whatcom County. Attendees can expect to learn about the region’s diverse landscapes and discover hidden gems for outdoor adventure. \n-May 1st\n-7pm-8:30pm\n-Backcountry Essentials
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/best-hiking-trails-in-whatcom-county-by-ken-wilcox/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20250407T150532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T150532Z
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SUMMARY:Wake Up\, Stand Up\, Mother Earth Day Rally
DESCRIPTION:TJ White Antelope\nAttachments\n11:18 AM (1 minute ago)\nto eic.westernfront\, events \nWe have been busy at Children of the Setting Sun Productions! I’m TJ from the Comms team. \nApril 22 from 12-3 PM in downtown Bellingham we are hosting a rally\, and I’d love to share our press release with you. Please find the details below\, we are closing the street along with a stage\, music/bands\, speakers\, food trucks\, and environmental networking. The focus is Mother Earth Day! \nLooking forward to hearing from you! \nBest regards\,\nTJ\nChildren of the Setting Sun \nhttps://settingsunproductions.org/good-words/motherearthdayapril22bellingham \nhttps://www.facebook.com/share/18mTWdWsPV/
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/wake-up-stand-up-mother-earth-day-rally/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20250206T191627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T191627Z
UID:43629-1738936800-1738940400@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Discover First Impulse Painting
DESCRIPTION:Painting Class Informational Session with Susan Kramer-Pope\nFriday\, February 7\, 2025\n2 –3 pm\nJoin Susan Kramer-Pope\, Creative Process Facilitator\, for a free info session on Friday\, February 7th\, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm to find out if the course\, Access Creativity with First Impulse Painting\, is a fit for you.\nYou’ll explore the resources you already possess to express your unique creative nature without the need for skill or talent\, and get all your questions answered.\nLooking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/discover-first-impulse-painting/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240511T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240511T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20240125T175043Z
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UID:39198-1715436000-1715441400@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Don't forget to look up!: Fantastic fungi and where to find them with Dr. Korena Mafune
DESCRIPTION:In soils\, fungal diversity is vast and despite being a foundation for all life on land\, many of these organisms remain under-explored or sometimes even ignored. During this presentation\, Dr. Korena Mafune will take you on a fungi-filled educational journey to learn about the importance of these organisms\, their role in ecosystem health\, and how they may play a crucial role high up in the tree canopies in Washington’s old-growth temperate rainforests. \nRSVP at: https://www.monamuseum.org/events/korena-mafune-talk
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/dont-forget-to-look-up-fantastic-fungi-and-where-to-find-them-with-dr-korena-mafune/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20240125T174311Z
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UID:39186-1713618000-1713621600@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Carbon Flows: A Collaborative Talk with Artist Suze Woolf & Scientist Dave Peterson
DESCRIPTION:Carbon is integral to every aspect of life on earth\, yet its increasing presence in our atmosphere is driving unprecedented climate change\, contributing to more areas burned by wildfires. Artist Suze Woolf began painting large portraits of individual burned trees in 2008 as she noticed increasing burned-over areas in her favorite wildernesses. Dr. David L. Peterson has studied climate change\, fire\, and ecological disturbances over a long research career. Together they will show how their respective disciplines create a more holistic perspective on the effects of climate on forest ecosystems. \nRSVP at https://www.monamuseum.org/events/carbonflows
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/carbon-flows-a-collaborative-talk-with-artist-suze-woolf-scientist-dave-peterson/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20240125T175213Z
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UID:39207-1708023600-1708030800@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Travelogue: "Seeking Synchronicity - A Solo Kayak Journey up the Inside Passage" by Susan Conrad
DESCRIPTION:Join Bellingham Parks & Recreation for FREE a presentation with guest speaker Susan Conrad in the Rotunda Room of Old City Hall. \nPut any human in a tiny vessel and send them up a perilous 1\,200-mile stretch of the Inside Passage of British Columbia and SE Alaska—and they are bound to have stories! Susan Conrad’s stories are not just filled with intrigue and adventure\, but they have heart\, inspiration\, and gratitude. Susan will share stories and images of her 2022 solo\, 78-day sea kayak expedition up the Inside Passage from Washington State to Sitka\, Alaska\, comparing and contrasting it with her 2010 expedition. \nRelive the trip with Susan as she shares experiences of paddling marathon distances for days on end\, struggling to interact with the sea on its terms\, forging friendships with quirky people in remote locations\, pretending not to be intimidated by 700-pound grizzly bears or 40-ton whales\, and living her dream. Highlights will include her efforts to raise awareness of British Columbia’s proposed Marine Protected Areas in the Great Bear Rainforest\, and retracing the paddle strokes of the late\, great Audrey Sutherland\, the grand dame of expedition paddling.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/travelogue-seeking-synchronicity-a-solo-kayak-journey-up-the-inside-passage-by-susan-conrad/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20231109T173144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T173144Z
UID:38432-1700312400-1700316000@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Writing as Self-Love
DESCRIPTION:Join Seattle-based poet Chelsey Richardson for an engaging conversation and workshop about the power of putting difficult emotions into words to help us heal from traumatic experiences. Richardson\, author of All Water Has Perfect Memory and a Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau member\, fuses the art of African storytelling with modern spoken word poetry to engage us in the process of writing about uncomfortable experiences as a tool for self-love and liberation. \nThis event is free to attend. \nWhatcom Museum\nOld City Hall\n121 Prospect St.\nBellingham
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/writing-as-self-love/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231104T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20231023T172949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T172949Z
UID:38316-1699092000-1699095600@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Hellebores: The Queen of Winter
DESCRIPTION:Hellebores are gorgeous evergreen perennials that bloom in winter through early spring. Join Nancy as she teaches about the different varieties and the plants that pair well with these beauties. Class is free. Saturday November 4th at 10am\nGarden Spot Nursery 900 Alabama St. (behind Trader Joe’s)\n360-676-5480\nwww.garden-spot.com
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/hellebores-the-queen-of-winter/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20231023T172850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T172850Z
UID:38310-1698346800-1698354000@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Linda Cochran "Gardening with Spectacular Native Plants"
DESCRIPTION:The Whatcom Horticulture Society hosts Linda Cochran\, an accomplished plantswoman and long-time Pacific Northwest gardener who will share her stunning photography while she tells us about her drought-tolerant garden that features many plants native to the arid west. Linda spends much of her time in the summer traveling to wildflower hot spots in the region and photographing wildflowers. She has spoken to many groups\, both in the region and elsewhere\, including internationally\, about our region’s amazing wildflowers. For more information about Linda go to http://lindacochran.blogspot.com or check out her Instagram at Cochran4131 Tickets $7.00 for members and $12:00 for nonmembers.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/linda-cochran-gardening-with-spectacular-native-plants/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20231004T170311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T170311Z
UID:38134-1697972400-1697994000@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Northwest Mushroomers Association Annual Wild Mushroom Show
DESCRIPTION:On October 22nd\, 2023\, after a four-year hiatus\, the Northwest Mushroomers Association is hosting their 31st Annual Wild Mushroom Show at the Viking Union at WWU from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Admission is $10 for adults\, $7 for students and seniors\, $5 for NMA members\, and free for children under 12! Over 300 varieties of mushrooms grow in our area and many will be on display\, identified to genus and species\, with edibility recommendations. The displays will be fresh\, colorful\, and amazing. Along with mushroom-related book sales\, a children’s table\, a table with information about dyeing fibers with mushrooms\, local vendors\, and three different presentations by professional mycologists in an adjacent meeting space\, (and so much more!)\, you can also bring in a mushroom or two for our IDers to identify for you and answer questions you might have. Mushroom club membership\, should you choose to join us\, will allow you to register for mushroom ID classes and attend forays and meetings in the coming year. Knowing which mushroom one is searching for\, and differentiating fungi can be confusing. Yet there is a path through this complex world of fungi. Come by to observe and learn about the incredible diversity of PNW mushrooms that might even be growing right in your backyard. We look forward to meeting you! Check us out on instagram at @northwestmushroomers
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/northwest-mushroomers-association-annual-wild-mushroom-show/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20231012T172458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T172458Z
UID:38182-1697796000-1697821200@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Gear Down Workshop 2023
DESCRIPTION:Come join The Whale Museum’s Gear Down Workshop this fall virtually through Zoom sessions.\nThis workshop’s theme will be Unusual & Changing Sightings Of Species In The Salish Sea! \nInvited presenters include: \n– Erin Falcone\, North Coast Cetacean Society\, on fin\, Bryde’s\, & sei whales \n– Candice Emmons\, NOAA\, on SRKW and NRKW current distribution patterns and overlap \n– David Anderson & Laurie Shuster\, Cascadia Research Collective\, on dolphins in the Salish Sea \n– Kristin Wilkinson\, NOAA\, on beluga whales & rare pinnipeds & stranding network response \n– Dr. Adam Summers\, University of Washington\, on blue fin tuna \n– Dr. Marianne Nyegaard\, Auckland Museum\, on mola (sunfish) \nThe registration fee is $35 for non-members; $25 for TWM or SSAMN members. \nZoom link and workshop agenda will be sent to the email address provided at registration closer to the start of the workshop. \nLearn more and register at https://whalemuseum.org/products/virtual-gear-down-workshop-2023?_pos=1&_sid=cc4ec63f2&_ss=r
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/virtual-gear-down-workshop-2023/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230914T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230914T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20230907T164755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T164755Z
UID:37796-1694710800-1694714400@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Whatcom Literacy Council: Volunteer Recruitment
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the ways you can volunteer with the Whatcom Literacy Council\, and how to make a positive impact on improving literacy rates in our community. \nProgram staff and current volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about our free adult literacy services.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/whatcom-literacy-council-volunteer-recruitment/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230811T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T094409
CREATED:20230711T161922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T161922Z
UID:37398-1691780400-1691787600@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:2023 Summer Lecture Series: Right whale conservation\, ecology\, and technology
DESCRIPTION:2023 Summer Lecture Series: Right whale conservation\, ecology\, and technology\, presented by Dr. Erin Meyer-Gutbrod. North Atlantic right whales are critically endangered\, with fewer than 350 animals remaining in the species. Dr. Erin Meyer-Gutbrod will summarize some recent research that shows how oceanographic shifts in the previous decade impacted right whale reproduction rates\, and led to seasonal changes in habitat use\, reducing the efficacy of historic protective policies. FREE and open to the public! 7pm\, in-person at The Whale Museum!\nLearn more at whalemuseum.org
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/2023-summer-lecture-series-right-whale-conservation-ecology-and-technology/
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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