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Calendar 3rd annual Spring Business Conference & Expo   The Majestic on N. Forest, Bellingham, 2006-04-21 08:00:00 - 2006-04-21 17:30:00
Register now for the PREMIER local business conference in NW Washington focused on 'triple bottom line' management of economy, community and planet! $99 Sustainable Connections Members, $129 all others. WHO ATTENDS? Successful entrepreneurs, business innovators, community and economic development professionals, elected officials, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in sustainable business practices that lead to a local living economy!
Calendar Independent America: The Two-Lane Search for Mom & Pop   Pickford Dream Space - 1318 Bay Street, 2006-01-26 18:30:00 - 2006-01-26 21:00:00
The producers will be available for Q&A! Independent filmmakers and award-winning journalists, Hanson Hosein and Heather Hughes, take the road less traveled in a thought provoking new documentary which uncovers the growing opposition to big box retail across the U.S. and the often desperate fight being waged by independent retailers to stay alive. This film features Sustainable Connections and our very own Think Local First campaign! USA • 2005 • 81 minutes • In English • Rated (Unknown)
Calendar New Member Orientation   Community Food Coop, 1220 N. Forest St at the Healthy Connections Building, 2006-01-31 13:00:00 - 2006-01-31 14:00:00
Calling all new members! You're invited to come meet with other new members on your lunch break and learn about the GREAT programs, benefits, and like-minded business owners that you are now connected to! In just an hour you will screen the new SC video (a MUST SEE), receive the new ‘Busy Business Owner's Handbook for Sustainable Practices,' pick up any Think Local and Sustainable Connections materials you’re missing, find out about opportunities to get involved in SC and building our Local Living Economy, discover benefits of membership that you might not be utilizing, meet some of the SC staff and board members – not to mention other business owners, AND ask all those questions you’ve thought of and don’t have answers to! This is an important meeting for any new members of Sustainable Connections, and we hope to see you there!
Calendar Seattle’s Daylighting Lab and Lighting Design Lab come to Bellingham   Squalicum Boathouse in Bellingham, 2600 Harbor Loop, 2006-01-25 12:00:00 - 2006-01-25 14:30:00
Brought to you by Sustainable Connections' Green Building & Sustainable Design program, today's presentation includes strategies for implementing daylighting into buildings while integrating the electric lighting. It will focus on how to maximize the benefits of bringing natural lighting into buildings such as saving energy and increasing health and productivity of occupants. Additional topics will include information on the services that the Labs provide to the public, many of which are FREE, upcoming classes offered at the labs in Seattle and how these lighting strategies relate to LEED Rating System. Speakers include Christopher Meek, Daylighting Specialist and Eric Strandberg, LC, Commercial Electric Lighting Specialist. Incredible lunch and dessert provided by world famous, Ciao Thyme Catering. Early registration for this event is $25 for SC Members and $40 for non-members. An additional $10 will be charged the day of the event.
Calendar New Member Orientation   Community Food Coop, 1220 N. Forest St at the Healthy Connections Building, 2006-02-28 13:00:00 - 2006-02-28 14:00:00
Calling all new members! You're invited to come meet with other new members on your lunch break and learn about the GREAT programs, benefits, and like-minded business owners that you are now connected to! In just an hour you will screen the new SC video (a MUST SEE), receive the new ‘Busy Business Owner's Handbook for Sustainable Practices,' pick up any Think Local and Sustainable Connections materials you’re missing, find out about opportunities to get involved in SC and building our Local Living Economy, discover benefits of membership that you might not be utilizing, meet some of the SC staff and board members – not to mention other business owners, AND ask all those questions you’ve thought of and don’t have answers to. This is an important meeting for any new members of Sustainable Connections, and we hope to see you there!
Calendar Cascade Cuts Plant Sale, to benefit the Food & Farming Program   632 Montgomery Road - off of James & Bakerview, 2008-05-17 09:00:00 - 2008-05-17 16:00:00
Cascade Cuts opens to the public for one day—a fundraiser for Sustainable Connections! The extensive wholesale nursery Cascade Cuts is open to the public just one day a year as a fundraiser for Sustainable Connections’ Food & Farming Program. A prime destination for gardeners, landscapers, and anyone looking for a lovely hanging basket, the Cascade Cuts Plant Sale offers a treasure trove of plants and gardening essentials. To complete the festivities this year, shoppers will be entertained by a series of fantastic local musicians, and kids and parents alike can look forward to goodies from Mount Bakery, Mallard Ice Cream, and Moka Joe Coffee. Come early for the best selection!
Calendar Fundamentals in Green Building and the LEED™ Rating System Series   Bellingham Public Library at 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham, WA (in the lecture room on the bottom floor), 2006-03-21 14:00:00 - 2006-03-21 18:00:00
Session 1 of 4 - Sustainable Connections is excited to offer a third series of classes in Green Building and Sustainable Design. These classes will provide a fundamental understanding of Green Building and how its principals and strategies apply to the United States Green Building Council’s LEED™ Rating system. These classes will provide a base knowledge of how to prepare for the LEED NC V2.1 Accreditation exam and how to apply green building strategies to your projects. Series includes all four sessions.
Calendar Fundamentals in Green Building and the LEED™ Rating System Series   Bellingham Public Library at 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham, WA (in the lecture room on the bottom floor), 2006-03-23 14:00:00 - 2006-03-23 18:00:00
Session 2 of 4 - Sustainable Connections is excited to offer a third series of classes in Green Building and Sustainable Design. These classes will provide a fundamental understanding of Green Building and how its principals and strategies apply to the United States Green Building Council’s LEED™ Rating system. These classes will provide a base knowledge of how to prepare for the LEED NC V2.1 Accreditation exam and how to apply green building strategies to your projects. Series includes all four sessions.
Calendar Fundamentals in Green Building and the LEED™ Rating System Series   Bellingham Public Library at 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham, WA (in the lecture room on the bottom floor), 2006-03-28 16:00:00 - 2006-03-28 18:00:00
Session 3 of 4 - Sustainable Connections is excited to offer a third series of classes in Green Building and Sustainable Design. These classes will provide a fundamental understanding of Green Building and how its principals and strategies apply to the United States Green Building Council’s LEED™ Rating system. These classes will provide a base knowledge of how to prepare for the LEED NC V2.1 Accreditation exam and how to apply green building strategies to your projects. Series includes all four sessions.
Calendar Fundamentals in Green Building and the LEED™ Rating System Series   Bellingham Public Library at 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham, WA (in the lecture room on the bottom floor), 2006-03-30 16:00:00 - 2006-03-30 18:00:00
Session 4 of 4 - Sustainable Connections is excited to offer a third series of classes in Green Building and Sustainable Design. These classes will provide a fundamental understanding of Green Building and how its principals and strategies apply to the United States Green Building Council’s LEED™ Rating system. These classes will provide a base knowledge of how to prepare for the LEED NC V2.1 Accreditation exam and how to apply green building strategies to your projects. Series includes all four sessions.
Calendar Imagine This! Home & Landscape Tour   Whatcom County homes and landscapes, 2006-07-08 10:00:00 - 2006-07-09 17:00:00
The Imagine This! Home and Landscape Tour will be held Saturday and Sunday, July 8th and 9th from 10 am to 5 pm. Visit 11 truly inspirational stops.
Calendar Green Building Materials: What Makes Materials Green?   Squalicum Harbor Boathouse Bellingham, WA, 2006-02-22 15:30:00 - 2006-02-22 18:30:00
Tools, Sourcing, Performance, Evaluation and Cost- Enjoy presentations from the Environmental Home Center, the RE Store and an informative discussion on the green building resources available through Sustainable Connections by Brennan Schumacher. Sheila McElhinney from the Environmental Home Center will discuss the product research, how to work with the EHC and address green materials cost comparisons. Dean Fearing, the Manager of the RE Store will discuss unique re-used materials often available and services available such as deconstruction.
Calendar Ski to Sea Buy FRESH All-Veggie Team   Ski to Sea route & "It All Ends in Fairhaven", 2006-05-28 00:00:00 - 2006-05-28 00:00:00
We'll be returning after a great experience last year to defend our first place finish in the produce division. The Buy FRESH Ski to Sea Team will be dressed as local fruits & vegetables to raise awareness about the value and abundance of locally grown produce.
Calendar Buy FRESH Producer/Buyer Early Season Trade Meeting   Bellingham Public Library, downstairs conference room, 2006-06-06 13:30:00 - 2006-06-06 17:00:00
The largest local food trade meeting in Whatcom County! Last year, dozens of local farmers, fishermen, chefs, and retailers gathered to discuss new market opportunities as well as challenges to creating an interconnected food system. This year we expect even more attendees as well as key representatives from the industry who will share their experience with forming local trade relationships that benefit everyone.
Calendar 7th Annual Harvest Dinner   Depot Market Square, 2006-09-10 16:00:00 - 2006-09-10 20:00:00
This gala dinner brought over 350 people out in 2005 to celebrate the harvest and our local farmers. Fantastic food presented by Fourth Corner Slow Food and Whatcom Farm Friends, live music and pageantry you won't want to miss. Tickets available at Village Books and the Community Food Co-op of Bellingham starting August 10th.
Calendar 2nd Annual Buy FRESH Eat Local Week   Whatcom County's food shed, 2006-09-10 00:00:00 - 2006-09-16 00:00:00
Join dozens of food enthusiasts in celebrating the bounty of our region's harvest. Take the Eat Local Pledge to eat within our local food shed for the entire week, enjoy sumtuous all-local meals prepared by Bellingham's best chefs, visit local retailers for farmer food demo's, tastings, and much more.
Calendar Whatcom County Home & Garden Show   Northwest Washington Fair Grounds, Lynden, 2006-03-03 10:00:00 - 2006-03-05 21:00:00
Visit Sustainable Connections' Green Building & Sustainable Design booth to learn more about implementing energy efficiency, water conservation, waste minimization, pollution prevention, resource-efficient materials, and improved indoor air quality to ensure healthy buildings. Adults (over 16 years): $7, Seniors (over 55): $6, Children (under 16): FREE. Sunday the show closes at 6pm.
Calendar New Member Orientation   WECU Educational Center on Holly St. , 2006-04-27 18:30:00 - 2006-04-27 19:30:00
Calling all new members! You're invited to come meet with other new members and learn about the GREAT programs, benefits, and like-minded business owners that you are now connected to! In just an hour you will screen the new SC video, receive the new ‘Busy Business Owner's Handbook for Sustainable Practices,' pick up any Think Local and Sustainable Connections materials you’re missing, find out about opportunities to get involved in SC and building our Local Living Economy, discover benefits of membership that you might not be utilizing, meet some of the SC staff and board members – not to mention other business owners, AND ask all those questions you’ve thought of and don’t have answers to. This is an important meeting for any new members of Sustainable Connections, and we hope to see you there!
Calendar 9th annual Bike to Work & School Day   Wherever your bike takes you! Celebration stations will be located all around Whatcom County., 2006-05-19 06:00:00 - 2006-05-19 18:00:00
Stop by a “Celebration Station” located throughout Bellingham and other places in the County during your morning commute. You’ll get treats, delicious refreshments, gifts, information, and a chance to win a bike and other big prizes. Last year, over 3,500 bicycle commuters participated, and 20 teams competed in the Bike Week Challenge. Watch for details on the 2006 Bike Month Challenge, coming soon!
Calendar New Member Orientation   Community Food Co-op Healthy Connections Building, 2006-06-27 12:30:00 - 2006-06-27 13:30:00
Calling all new members! You're invited to come meet with other new members and learn about the GREAT programs, benefits, and like-minded business owners that you are now connected to! In just an hour you will screen the new SC video, receive the new ‘Busy Business Owner's Handbook for Sustainable Practices,' pick up any Think Local and Sustainable Connections materials you’re missing, find out about opportunities to get involved in SC and building our Local Living Economy, discover benefits of membership that you might not be utilizing, meet some of the SC staff and board members – not to mention other business owners, AND ask all those questions you’ve thought of and don’t have answers to. This is an important meeting for any new members of Sustainable Connections, and we hope to see you there!
Calendar New Member Orientation   TBA, 2006-07-25 13:00:00 - 2006-07-25 14:00:00
Calling all new members! You're invited to come meet with other new members and learn about the GREAT programs, benefits, and like-minded business owners that you are now connected to! In just an hour you will screen the new SC video, receive the new ‘Busy Business Owner's Handbook for Sustainable Practices,' pick up any Think Local and Sustainable Connections materials you’re missing, find out about opportunities to get involved in SC and building our Local Living Economy, discover benefits of membership that you might not be utilizing, meet some of the SC staff and board members – not to mention other business owners, AND ask all those questions you’ve thought of and don’t have answers to. This is an important meeting for any new members of Sustainable Connections, and we hope to see you there!
Calendar New Member Orientation   Whatcom Educational Credit Union Ed Center, 511 East Holly Street , 2008-02-18 18:00:00 - 2008-02-18 19:00:00
Calling all new members! You're invited to come meet with other new members and learn about the GREAT programs, benefits, and like-minded business owners that you are now connected to! In just an hour you will screen the SC video, learn about Sustainable Practices,' pick up any Think Local and Sustainable Connections materials you’re missing, find out about opportunities to get involved in SC and in transforming our local economy, discover benefits of membership that you might not be utilizing, meet some of the SC staff and board members – not to mention other business owners, AND ask all those questions you’ve thought of and don’t have answers to. This is an important meeting for any new members of Sustainable Connections, and we hope to see you there!
Calendar Film Showing: The Real Dirt on Farmer John & "Grub: Bellingham Style"   Pickford Dream Space, 1318 Bay St., 2006-04-22 15:00:00 - 2006-04-22 18:00:00
True/False West film festival celebrates Earth Day with the film "The Real Dirt on Farmer John" and special guest, best-selling author Anna Lappé. “Grub: Bellingham Style,” an hour-long celebration of local food and food producers, will follow directly after the film and Q&A session with Anna Lappé. This event will highlight some of the delicious and healthy foods grown and produced right here in Whatcom and Skagit counties. Delight your gastronomic curiosity with the artisanal achievements of Mount Baker Vineyards, Samson Estates Winery, Honey Moon Meadery, Pleasant Valley Dairy, Nettles Farm Pasta, and Mallard Ice Cream, and learn first hand from farmers in Whatcom County how you can strengthen and support our local food network. Tickets: $7. T/F Pass Holders can reserve tickets now. Tickets to all festival screenings on sale 4/21 at noon, Dream Space (1318 Bay St.). “Grub: Bellingham Style” is free and open to the public. Tasting coupons for wine will be available at the door for $2 a piece or $5 for three.
Calendar Energy Conservation: Modeling Tools & Conservation Incentives   Squalicum Boathouse, 2006-05-09 15:00:00 - 2006-05-09 17:00:00
Tuesday, May 9, 3:00 to 5:00 pm. The event will take place at the Squalicum Boathouse in Bellingham, WA located 2600 Harbor Loop. Registration is $25 for Sustainable Connections members and $35 for non-members. An additional $10 fee will be charged for late registration the day of the event. Register and Pay Securely Online at http://www.sustainableconnections.org/greenbuilding/events/ or call (360) 647-7093. Refreshments provided at break.
Calendar Sustainable Communities: The Convergence of Green Building & Smart Growth   Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 2006-06-29 19:00:00 - 2006-06-29 21:00:00
Please join Sustainable Connections, the City of Bellingham, Whatcom County, the Port of Bellingham, the Urban Land Institute and the Cascadia Green Building Council for a look at building a more livable vibrant community by promoting: • More Livable Communities • Less Car Dependency • Revitalized Urban • Areas More Pedestrian Activity • Reduced Land Consumption • Increased Green Building. FREE and open to the public, hear how LEED-ND™ (LEED for Neighborhood Development) standards might be applied to the 'New Whatcom' waterfront redevelopment plans. Speaker Bert Gregory, President & CEO of Mithun Architects and LEED-ND Steering Committee member, will be joined by Susan H. Jones, Architect, Bellingham native and LEED Accredited Professional, who will give a presentation on successful international master planning efforts.
Calendar David Suzuki at Mt Baker Theatre   Mt Baker Theatre, 2006-11-22 19:30:00 - 2006-11-22 21:30:00
We’ve known him for so long as an acclaimed and inspiring environmentalist. Now it’s time to see other sides of David Suzuki. David Suzuki: The Autobiography (Douglas & McIntyre) is a complete account that expands on his early years covered in Metamorphosis and continues to the present. Now at age 70, Mr. Suzuki graces readers with his words of encouragement and hopes for the future. Founder of the David Suzuki Foundation and host of “The Nature of Things”, Mr. Suzuki is the author or co-author of more than 40 books, including The Sacred Balance, Good News for a Change and Tree. Join us for a night with David Suzuki. The talk will be a fundraiser for Sustainable Connections. More details to come.
Calendar Green Power Community Challenge Kickoff   Bellingham Farmers Market, in front of Boundary Bay Brewery, 2006-09-02 12:00:00 - 2006-09-02 14:00:00
Come help us celebrate the kickoff of the Green Power Community Challenge with Mayor Asmundson and Executive Kremen at the Bellingham Traverse finish line at the Bellingham Farmers Market. The Challenge is to sign up 1000 new households and 50 new businesses for Green Power before February 2007, which would make Bellingham one of the largest EPA designated "Green Power Communities" in the nation! And if you are a current Green Power customer, come by the PSE booth at the Farmers Market anytime that Saturday with PSE’s Thank You postcard you received in the mail this month or an electric bill showing your Green Power usage, and receive a FREE Mallard Ice Cream, Green Power window cling and Green Power lapel pin. New signups that day get you all the free goodies too!
Calendar Kindred Spirits   Depot Market Square, Railroad Ave in downtown Bellingham, 2006-10-01 13:00:00 - 2006-10-01 17:00:00
PARTY! RACE! DANCE! Save this date for what promises to be one of your most memorable and wacky afternoons with friends all year! Join your fellow Kindred Spirits for a local Brewery & Wine tasting, the Harvest Chase - a .2k race (yes - a 200 meter obstacle course!), and a high energy barn dance on the square! This new event will bring together locals who celebrate our unique community and really enjoy being together!
Calendar 5th Annual Buy Local Week   Whatcom County, 2007-12-03 00:00:00 - 2007-12-09 00:00:00
Look for special events and savings at your favorite local, independent businesses.
Calendar Green Building Conference: 2006   Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 2006-12-14 08:30:00 - 2006-12-14 18:00:00
2006 Fall Green Building Conference – Thursday, December 14th Sustainable Connections (SC) and the Building Industry Association (BIA) of Whatcom County are partnering to present the third annual event focused on innovative green building practices, technologies and materials on Thursday, December 14th from 8:30 am to 6 pm at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal.
Calendar 6th Annual All Members Meeting and Holiday Party   Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Fairhaven, 2008-01-17 18:00:00 - 2008-01-17 21:00:00
If there’s one event all year you’ll want to be at, this is it! Featuring A BIG PARTY, and Yoram Bauman, PhD - University of Washington professor and the "worlds first stand-up economist!"
Calendar Buy FRESH Trade Meeting for Agricultural Producers and Buyers   YWCA Ballroom, 1026 N. Forest St. in Bellingham , 2006-12-05 13:00:00 - 2006-12-05 16:00:00
Interested in forming valuable trade relationships with local farmers, restaurants, retailers or institutions? This is a great place to meet folks who have the local agricultural products that you’re looking for or to find buyers for what you produce. It’s also a chance to explore the opportunities and challenges of forming direct connections that will bear fruit for years to come. Visit the website to learn more and see what to bring; snacks and beverages will be provided.
Calendar 4th annual Spring Business Conference & Expo   Depot Market Square, Railroad Ave in Downtown Bellingham, 2007-04-20 08:00:00 - 2007-04-20 17:00:00
The PREMIER local business conference in NW Washington focused on 'triple bottom line' management of economy, community and planet! This year featuring Keynote Speaker Bill McKibben - more details and registration to be announced soon!
Calendar Focus on Energy Film Series   American Museum of Radio, 1312 Bay Street, 2007-03-29 18:30:00 - 2007-03-29 20:30:00
Kilowatt Ours, Too Hot Not to Handle, Vineyard Energy Project, Sundance Summit: A Mayor’s Gathering on Climate Protection, and more dynamic films covering various successful renewable energy initiatives are coming to town for one weekend only! In partnership with the Sierra Club Energy Film Series and the Green Power Community Challenge and brought to you by: Sustainable Connections, Sierra Club Mount Baker Chapter, City of Bellingham, Whatcom Film Association, American Museum of Radio, Bellingham Chapter of Solar Washington.
Calendar Focus on Energy Film Series   American Museum of Radio, 1312 Bay Street, 2007-03-31 14:00:00 - 2007-03-31 16:00:00
Kilowatt Ours, Too Hot Not to Handle, Vineyard Energy Project, Sundance Summit: A Mayor’s Gathering on Climate Protection, and more dynamic films covering various successful renewable energy initiatives are coming to town for one weekend only! In partnership with the Sierra Club Energy Film Festival and the Green Power Community Challenge and brought to you by: Sustainable Connections, Sierra Club Mount Baker Chapter, City of Bellingham, Whatcom Film Association, American Museum of Radio, Bellingham Chapter of Solar Washington. Full schedule coming soon!
Calendar Focus on Energy Film Series   American Museum of Radio, 1312 Bay Street, 2007-03-31 19:00:00 - 2007-03-31 21:00:00
Kilowatt Ours, Too Hot Not to Handle, Vineyard Energy Project, Sundance Summit: A Mayor’s Gathering on Climate Protection, and more dynamic films covering various successful renewable energy initiatives are coming to town for one weekend only! In partnership with the Sierra Club Energy Film Festival and the Green Power Community Challenge and brought to you by: Sustainable Connections, Sierra Club Mount Baker Chapter, City of Bellingham, Whatcom Film Association, American Museum of Radio, Bellingham Chapter of Solar Washington. Full schedule coming soon!
Calendar Member MerryMaking   Nimbus Restaurant, Top of the Bellingham Towers, 14th Floor - 119 N. Commerical, 2007-03-06 16:30:00 - 2007-03-06 18:30:00
If you liked the All Members Meeting, you’ll LOVE this night. Please join the SC staff and board with their heads in the clouds, and share a drink and good times with friends! Bring your family, friends, coworkers, employees, business partner, graphic designer, accountant… all are welcome! No business cards required – just your smile. We hope to see YOU there!
Calendar Green Power Art Showing   Frameworks Gallery, 1426 Cornwall in Downtown Bellingham, 2007-02-17 18:00:00 - 2007-02-17 22:00:00
Frameworks Gallery Presents: New Works by Sarah Vergin, "Green Power". Join us for refreshments at the opening reception tonight! 5% of all sales to proceed Sustainable Connections and the Green Power Community Challenge.
Calendar BALLE Conference 2007   University of California, Berkeley, 2007-05-31 00:00:00 - 2007-06-02 00:00:00
5th Annual International Gathering - Evolving Local Economies
Calendar Cascade Cuts Plant Sale & Fundraiser   Cascade Cuts Greenhouses, 632 Montgomery Rd. From I-5 Northbound, take the Bakerview exit, turn right on Bakerview, left on James, right on King Mtn, right on Montgomery. , 2007-05-19 09:00:00 - 2007-05-19 16:00:00
Come early for the best selection of culinary and ornamental treasures that pack Cascade Cuts' many greenhouses. Normally available for wholesale only, this quantity and diversity of plants is a rare treat for gardeners, landscapers, and anyone with a front porch in need of a gorgeous hanging basket.
Calendar Low Impact Development Tour   Downtown Bellingham, 2007-04-13 08:00:00 - 2007-04-13 13:00:00
 
Calendar Green Power Community Challenge Celebration   Bellingham Farmer's Market, 2007-04-21 12:00:00 - 2007-04-21 13:00:00
Come help us celebrate the success of the Green Power Community Challenge! We will announce the final numbers and the winners of the neighborhood challenge. Join us at the the Bellingham Farmers Market for speakers, the results and a piece of cake for everyone who signed up to buy green power.
Calendar Member Merry Making   Peter James Photography Studio, 314 E Holly, Second Floor. Between the Co-Op and the YMCA., 2007-05-08 16:30:00 - 2007-05-08 18:30:00
Party with a Purpose; Eat, Paint and Win! Hosted by member businesses Peter James Photographic Art, Health and Exercise Prescriptions, Esteem Pilates and Sustainable Connections. There will be a benefit raffle for Slum Doctor, a medical relief for Africa non-profit, and irresistible treats from your local favorites: La Fiamma Pizza, Mallard Ice Cream, and Avenue Bread. Invaluable raffle prizes from Kulshan Cycles, The Mount Bakery and others starting at 5:30. Five group paintings will be made during the event and raffled at the end of the party. We can't wait to see YOU there!
Calendar Ski to Sea...It All Ends in Fairhaven   Fairhaven, 2007-05-27 09:00:00 - 2007-05-27 16:00:00
Come to Fairhaven to cheer on the Buy Fresh Veggie All Star team and to visit us at our Sustainable Connections booth at the It All Ends in Fairhaven Ski to Sea celebration. Try your luck with a spin of the Think Local prize wheel. You could win a Where the Locals Go Coupon Book, a new Think Local First t-shirt, or an ever popular Think Local First Bumper Sticker. We hope to see YOU there!
Calendar Green Building Film & Netowrking   WECU Education Center, 511 E. Holly Street, Bellingham, 2007-05-22 17:30:00 - 2007-05-22 19:30:00
 
Calendar Buy FRESH Trade Meeting   The Leopold ballroom, 1224 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, 2007-06-11 13:00:00 - 2007-06-11 16:00:00
This is a great opportunity for restaurateurs, chefs, caterers, retailers, institutional food buyers, and any business looking for fresh, local food to connect with the farmers, fishers, agricultural and specialty food producers of the high-quality local products that customers are increasingly demanding. Besides the invaluable networking time, the meeting will also offer participants an opportunity to dig deeper into some of the challenges—and the solutions—of local trade relationships. Distribution, prices, insurance…just a few of the topics we’ll tackle with the goals of better understanding, sharing existing strategies and finding new ones. For more information or to RSVP, contact shonie@sconnect.org or 360.647-7093 x106.
Calendar Matthei Place Tour   , 2007-06-20 15:00:00 - 2007-06-20 17:00:00
Matthei Place Presentation & Site Tour Wednesday, June 20 - 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Calendar Transform Modular Home Facility Tour   , 2007-07-17 15:00:00 - 2007-07-17 17:00:00
 
Calendar Sustainable Communities & Land Use Conference   Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 2007-09-06 08:00:00 - 2007-09-06 16:00:00
 
Calendar Independents Week   Whatcom County, 2007-07-01 00:00:00 - 2007-07-07 00:00:00
Support and celebrate our unique, local independents businesses during Independents Week. Local businesses will display Choose Independents! posters. The week will kick off with an Independents Sidewalk Sale June 30th in Fairhaven including great savings and live music on the Village Green.
Calendar Eat Local Week 2007   At eating establishments throughout the county, including farms, restaurants, retailers, street corners, schools, and your kitchen!, 2007-09-09 00:00:00 - 2007-09-16 00:00:00
Eat Local Week is packed full of fun and delicious events celebrating the local bounty of harvest season in Whatcom County. The week is kicked off by the Slow Food/Farm Friends Harvest Dinner and culminates with the Kindred Spirits Party and .2k Harvest Chase. Mid-week includes tantalizing all-local offerings from your favorite restaurants, cooking classes to help you Buy FRESH and cook local, farm-fresh food in school cafeterias, the 100-mile challenge, demos in local retailers, and much, much more. Email shonie@sconnect.org if you’d like to help coordinate an Eat Local event, and stay tuned for more details! Get ready, get set, Buy FRESH...
Calendar Permaculture Farming Workshop   Uprising Organics, 2007-07-22 10:00:00 - 2007-07-22 14:00:00
Toby Hemenway, author of the well-known permaculture guide Gaia's Garden, will be coming from Portland to teach us about the fundamental patterns and principles that guide the natural world, and how to work with them rather than against them to create healthy garden ecosystems. This workshop will cover the principles of permaculture design and how they can be used to create productive forest gardens and farms. We will cover the design, ecology, and maintenance of perennial polycultures that mimic forest ecosystem structure and function, but grow food, fuel, fiber, fodder, fertilizer, "farmaceuticals," and are beautiful places as well.
Calendar Sarah Ruth Vergin art show benefits the Food & Farming Program   Smith & Vallee Gallery, 5742 Gilkey Avenue, Edison, 2007-07-28 18:00:00 - 2007-07-28 21:00:00
A very special show by local artist Sarah Ruth Vergin features large oil paintings of local farms and farm workers, and a portion of proceeds benefit Sustainable Connections’ Food & Farming Program. RECEPTION: July 28, 2007, 6-9pm Smith & Vallee Gallery 5742 Gilkey Avenue, Edison The show can also be viewed at the Smith & Vallee Gallery Friday-Sunday, 11am-6pm, until September 9. Don’t miss this special opportunity to take a trip down Chuckanut Drive and visit this beautiful gallery in lovely Edison. (Make an afternoon of it by visiting Breadfarm, Samish Bay Cheese, and Slough Food while you’re at it!)
Calendar Member Merrymaking - Fool's Onion
 
Calendar Member Merrymaking at Fool's Onion   Fool's Onion is located at 1007 Harris Avenue., 2007-08-13 16:30:00 - 2007-08-13 18:30:00
Summer just seems to be flying by and we figured it's about time we threw a little party! Drop by this month's Member Merrymaking on Monday, August 13th from 4:30-6:30pm at Fool's Onion in Fairhaven. Join SC staff and board members for some fun in the sun on the beautiful outdoor patio above Fairhaven Village Green, and share a drink and good times with friends! Bring your coworkers, employees, family, friends, business partner, lead chef, receptionist, warehouse manager... All are welcome! Appetizers provided, beer and wine available for purchse. No business cards required – just your smile. Fool's Onion is located at 1007 Harris Avenue.
Calendar Roast & Tribute to Bellingham Mayor Tim Douglas   St. Luke's Health Education Center - 3333 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, 2007-09-20 17:30:00 - 2007-09-20 20:30:00
Please join County Executive Pete Kremen, Craig Cole, Mauri Ingram, Dennis Braddock, and Don Pierce in roasting and honoring the achievements and contributions of Bellingham Mayor Tim Douglas. Social hour at 5:30pm, dinner at 6:30pm - seating is limited. Tickets are $40 per person and available for online purchase at http://www.sconnect.org/roast. All proceeds to benefit Sustainable Connections.
Calendar LEED AP Prep Class   WECU Education Center, 511 E. Holly Street, Bellingham, 2007-11-06 08:30:00 - 2007-11-06 17:30:00
 
Calendar Eliot Coleman on Eating Local   American Museum of Radio & Electricity, 1312 Bay St., 2007-12-07 07:00:00 - 2007-12-07 08:30:00
Join local farmers, eaters and Maine author/farmer Eliot Coleman for an evening of exploring the history and current position of the local food movement, and the compelling reasons behind it. Tickets: $5 advance, available at Village Books and the Community Food Co-op, or $6-10 sliding scale at the door. Presented by Sustainable Connections, the Bellingham Farmers Market, Village Books & the Community Food Co-op.
Calendar Dockside Green Presentation   , 2007-12-06 17:15:00 - 2007-12-06 19:00:00
 
Calendar Construction Waste Recycling Workshop   , 2007-12-06 11:00:00 - 2007-12-06 13:00:00
 
Calendar Toward Zero Waste workshop   Broadway Hall - 1300 Broadway in Bellingham, 2008-01-10 09:00:00 - 2008-01-10 13:30:00
Join a leadership group of local Zero Waste pioneers including Ryzex, Samuel’s Furniture and La Fiamma Pizza/Fiamma Burger -- who assert that achieving the first 80% of waste reduction in your business can be simple AND profitable -- for a 'how to' workshop that will provide you with tested tools and specific tips to cut bottom line costs AND your impact on the environment. This workshop is recommended for business owners, operations managers, government employees, and anyone interested in learning how to implement a zero waste policy for buildings, businesses, large events, a department, community, or organization. Local waste and recycling specialists including Sanitary Service Company, RE Sources, and Sound Shredding and Recycling will be available to answer all your waste questions! Delicious, organic fare provided by Ciao Thyme Catering. $35 SC members, $50 non members - space is limited.
Calendar FSC Tour   , 2008-03-26 08:00:00 - 2008-03-26 17:00:00
 
Calendar Farewell My Subaru - A Fundraiser for Sustainable Connections   Crystal Ballroom @ The Leopold, 1224 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, 2008-04-22 19:00:00 - 2008-04-22 21:00:00
In Farewell, My Subaru Doug Fine writes about his hilarious adventures in green living and some surprising facts he discovered about energy consumption; such as, it takes several thousand gallons of jet fuel to fly an organic banana from Honduras to Silver City, NM or three times the amount of fuel he uses in his car each year. After graduating from Stanford, Doug Fine strapped on a backpack and traveled to five continents, reporting from remote perches in Burma, Rwanda, Laos, Guatemala and Tajikistan. He is a correspondent for NPR and PRI and the author of Not Really An Alaskan Mountain Man. His work has appeared in the Washington Post, Wired, US News and World Report, Christian Science Monitor, and Outside Magazine. A native of Long Island, he lives in an obscure valley in Southern New Mexico alongside many goats and coyotes. Visit his web site at dougfine.com "The details of Doug Fine's experiment in green living are great fun—but more important is the spirit, the dawning understanding that living in connection to something more tangible than a computer mouse is what we were built for. It'll make you want to move!"—Bill McKibben, author of Deep Economy and The End of Nature. The Chuckanut Radio Hour includes an interview with our guest author, live music, essay and poetry readings, and the next episode of the Bellingham Bean. Tickets available soon.
Calendar "Green Building for Dummies" Presentation   Fairhaven Public Library, 2008-03-20 17:30:00 - 2008-03-20 18:30:00
In this lecture you will hear about the emerging field of green building; see some of the most exciting technologies available; and get a glimpse of the inevitable future of our buildings. Join us in an energetic and lively discussion on green architecture from one of the pioneers in the field. Eric Corey Freed is an award winning green architect and principal of organicARCHITECT, a research and design firm based in San Francisco. Eric is a warm and engaging speaker and presents this inspirational and informative material in a logical way.
Calendar Tour the Whatcom County LEED-EB Courthouse   , 2008-02-22 08:00:00 - 2008-02-22 09:00:00
 
Calendar Green Building Conference   , 2008-04-10 08:00:00 - 2008-04-10 17:00:00
 
Calendar Smart Transportation Choices   American Museum of Radio & Electricity, 1312 Bay Street, Bellingham, 2008-03-20 13:30:00 - 2008-03-20 16:30:00
A workshop in sustainable business practices. In partnership with Whatcom Council of Government’s Smart Trips program, WTA, Bellingham Community Car Share, and more.
Calendar Toward Zero Waste Week   , 2008-04-13 08:00:00 - 2008-04-19 16:00:00
Includes events and special promotions all week long highlighting the businesses and their activities that are making Bellingham and Whatcom County leaders in the Zero Waste movement! Activities culminate with Toward Zero Waste Day on April 19th at Bellingham Farmer’s Marketing at the Depot Market Square, and will feature a community shred with Sound Shredding & Recycling, waste-inspired games & prizes and an open house at SSC.
Calendar Bike to Work & School Day   , 2008-05-16 07:00:00 - 2008-05-16 17:00:00
11th annual Bike to Work & School Day and we’re shooting to achieve even more participants than last year’s 7,400-person record (which was a 37% increase over 2006)! The national day began 52 years ago through the League of American Bicyclists, with local organizers here launching the first one over a decade ago. More than 20 celebration stations will be located around Bellingham and Whatcom County to welcome cyclists and give away prizes and goodies during cyclists and walkers morning commute.
Calendar Green Drinks Bellingham, hosted by RE Sources   Uisce Irish Pub @ 1319 Commercial Street, Bellingham, 2008-04-02 17:00:00 - 2008-04-02 19:00:00
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. The best part about Green Drinks is that there is no structure, just good people meeting at a regular place and time. Green Drinks is hosted by RE Sources in Bellingham, and for more information, or to sign up for email reminders, contact Megan Artz at (360) 733-8307 or megana@re-sources.org. Green Drinks is free and everyone is welcome!
Calendar Smart Transportation Choices workshop   American Museum of Radio & Electricity, 1312 Bay Street, 2008-03-20 13:00:00 - 2008-03-20 17:00:00
 
Calendar Watershed Pledge 'quick-cert' Seminar   Sustainable Connections' Conference Room, 119 N. Commercial #350 - 3rd floor of the Bellingham Towers, 2008-03-11 12:30:00 - 2008-03-11 13:30:00
Come meet with Cathy Lehman, Sustainable Business Development Manger, and a small group of like-minded members to learn about the Watershed Pledge and how it can open your eyes to the solid waste, hazardous waste, and water pollution that may be resulting from your business activities – and how you can easily change that! In just an hour we will: go through the WP checklist to see what areas of waste & pollution have the largest impact on our watershed, learn some easy techniques to reduce any negative impact of your business and it’s activities, discuss ideas and questions with other members and Sustainable Connections staff, get a quick overview of other sustainable practices you could be implementing in your business – and how to get more of those cool icons, become certified so that you walk away with a beautiful plaque to display for your employees and customers to see that you CARE and are doing everything you can to keep our waterways clean! Seminars will be held approximately once a quarter; please RSVP to ensure your seat at the table!
Calendar Watershed Pledge 'quick-cert' Seminar   Sustainable Connections' Conference Room, 119 N. Commercial #350 - 3rd floor of the Bellingham Towers, 2008-03-11 15:30:00 - 2008-03-11 16:30:00
Come meet with Cathy Lehman, Sustainable Business Development Manger, and a small group of like-minded members to learn about the Watershed Pledge and how it can open your eyes to the solid waste, hazardous waste, and water pollution that may be resulting from your business activities – and how you can easily change that! In just an hour we will: go through the WP checklist to see what areas of waste & pollution have the largest impact on our watershed, learn some easy techniques to reduce any negative impact of your business and it’s activities, discuss ideas and questions with other members and Sustainable Connections staff, get a quick overview of other sustainable practices you could be implementing in your business – and how to get more of those cool icons, become certified so that you walk away with a beautiful plaque to display for your employees and customers to see that you CARE and are doing everything you can to keep our waterways clean! Seminars will be held approximately once a quarter; please RSVP to ensure your seat at the table!
Calendar Member Lunch - The Story of Stuff   Community Food Co-op Healthy Connections Building, 1220 N Forest St., 2008-03-06 12:00:00 - 2008-03-06 13:00:00
 
Calendar Member Lunch - Smart Trips   Community Food Co-op Healthy Connections Building, 1220 N Forest St., 2008-05-01 12:00:00 - 2008-05-01 13:00:00
In honor of Bike Month throughout the month of May and Bike to Work and Schoold Day on May 16th this time we'll be discussing the topic of Smart Trips and will have our good friends at Smart Trips there to share further details about signing up for Smart Trips benefits as a Sustainable Connections Smart Trips partner and have resources for use in your business.
Calendar Member Lunch - Making the Best of your Coupon in the 2009 Where the Locals Go! Coupon Book   Community Food Co-op Healthy Connections Building, 1220 N Forest St., 2008-06-05 12:00:00 - 2008-06-05 13:00:00
 
Calendar Toward Zero Waste Week   Throughout Bellingham & Whatcom County!, 2008-04-13 00:00:00 - 2008-04-19 00:00:00
Special Toward Zero Waste events, promotions and fun all week long - culminating with Toward Zero Waste Day at the Bellingham Farmers Market on April 19th!
Calendar 5th annual Spring Business Conference & Expo   Bellwether Ballroom, 1 Bellwether Way, 2008-05-15 08:00:00 - 2008-05-15 17:30:00
The largest business conference in NW Washington, with inspiration and hands-on tools to equip today's entrepreneurs for tomorrow's economic opportunities.
Calendar New Member Orientation - June   Whatcom Educational Credit Union Ed Center, 511 East Holly Street , 2008-06-26 18:15:00 - 2008-06-26 19:15:00
Calling all new members! You're invited to come meet with other new members and learn about the GREAT programs, benefits, and like-minded business owners that you are now connected to! In just an hour you will screen the SC video, learn about Sustainable Practices,' pick up any Think Local and Sustainable Connections materials you’re missing, find out about opportunities to get involved in SC and in transforming our local economy, discover benefits of membership that you might not be utilizing, meet some of the SC staff and board members – not to mention other business owners, AND ask all those questions you’ve thought of and don’t have answers to. This is an important meeting for any new members of Sustainable Connections, and we hope to see you there!
Calendar Sustainable Communities and Land Use Conference: Making Best Use of a Limited Resource   Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 2008-09-04 08:00:00 - 2008-09-04 17:00:00
Neighborhood plan updates, LEED-ND, Waterfront District, Urban Villages, Farmland Preservation, Affordable Housing, New Urbanism, Urban Growth Areas, Transportation Alternatives, Smart Growth - all active topics of conversation in our community and all are tied to responsible land use.
Calendar Imagine This: Home & Landscape Tour   Several locations throughout Whatcom County, 2008-06-28 10:00:00 - 2008-06-29 17:00:00
Featuring the BEST in natural, eco-friendly homes and landscapes and the businesses that create them. SEE Organic and native plant landscapes, Eco-friendly and recycled building materials, Renewable energy, conservation and much, much more!
Calendar 3rd Annual Kindred Spirits Celebration   Boxx Berry Farm, 2008-09-07 13:00:00 - 2008-09-07 18:00:00
Join us Sunday, September 7th for our summer party in the park. This day of old-time games, bluegrass music, and frolicking will kick-off the Food & Farming Program's Eat Local Week! Come out and celebrate our strong, sustainable, local food system! Further details coming soon!
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Calendar Independents Week 2008   , 2008-06-29 00:00:00 - 2008-07-05 00:00:00
Support and celebrate our unique, local independents businesses during Independents Week. Local businesses will display Choose Independents! posters. The week will end with an Independents Sidewalk Sale July 5th in Fairhaven including great savings and live music on the Village Green.
Calendar Member Lunch: Fair Trade-The Story   Community Food Co-op Healthy Connections Building, 2008-08-07 12:00:00 - 2008-08-07 13:00:00
At this month's lunch we'll view a short film, Fair Trade - The Story which focuses mainly on the importance of fairly traded food and coffee and then hear from long time member Trudy Scherting of Moka Joe Coffee. Moka Joe proudly uses 100% Certified Organic and Fair Trade coffee beans. Trudy has had the pleasure of traveling to Peru to see some of the farms where Fair Trade Coffee is produced and is happy to answer questions about what it means to use Fair Trade products. We'll have the usual Q&A/discussion time too.
Calendar Member Lunch - Toward Zero Waste   Creekside Building, 1701 Ellis St., 2008-09-11 12:00:00 - 2008-09-11 13:00:00
September's Lunch will be the second round for the topic of Zero Waste. Rodd Pemble of Sanitary Services will be back to answer questions you may have about waste and recycling. We also hope to hear success stories from you that might help others in making waste reduction and recycling work in our work places. This will be a great way to meet other members, to possibly learn something new, and to take time out for lunch with your community of businesses! We encourage everyone to bring their lunch. We'll provide beverages. The first 20 minutes will be dedicated to meeting and connecting with other members. *Please note: This lunch date is the SECOND Thursday of the month. Not the first as usual because our Sustainable Communitues/Land Use Conference will be held on Sept 4th.
Calendar LEED Tour   , 2008-07-18 15:00:00 - 2008-07-18 17:00:00
Experience TWO of Bellingham's most innovative projects: the Bellingham Technical College Morse Center and Bellingham's first LEED-EB project, the Gaston Bay Building.
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Calendar Achieving Zero Waste   TZW: Broadway Hall 1301 Broadway Bellingham, WA, 2008-11-06 13:30:00 - 2008-11-06 17:00:00
One day: Two workshops. Achieving Zero Waste, The TZW workshop, is for non-construction related businesses. Waste is nothing more than a resource in the wrong place at the wrong time. At the workshop, learn strategies from your fellow business owners in relevant round table discussions and hands on activities! Construction Waste Recycling details can be found at www.sconnect.org/greenbuilding/events Terry Gillis from Recovery One in Tacoma presents on innovative waste to profit strategies. More details to come!
Calendar Sustainable Connections is Moving!   , 2008-08-08 00:00:00 - 2008-08-12 00:00:00
 
Calendar Watershed Pledge Workshop   Sustainable Connections office 1701 Ellis St. Suite 221, 2008-09-08 12:00:00 - 2008-09-08 13:00:00
Hear from the experts you need to help you reduce solid and hazardous waste at your business! Leave with a checklist and next steps for your business, a packet of information and a promotional plaque. Plus – you’ll be in time to add a Watersheds Pledge icon to your coupon in the Coupon Book!
Calendar Member Lunch - WA Health Foundations Healthiest State Employee Wellness Program   Sustainable Connections Office, 1701 Ellis St., Ste 221, 2008-10-02 12:00:00 - 2008-10-02 13:00:00
October’s lunch will host a representative from Washington Health Foundations Healthiest State Employee Wellness Program who will fill us in on all the interesting details of this cool program. This is a free program for business owners including tools for helping your employees lead healthy lives. There are many compelling reasons for implementing an employee wellness program. Poor health can result in a rise in insurance premiums. Employees spend most of their day at work giving employers a unique opportunity to influence their choices. Healthy employees and healthy dependents mean fewer days of missed work and higher productivity. For more details on Washington Health Foundation visit, www.whf.org.
Calendar Smart Growth Tour: UniverCity   Vancouver, BC, 2008-10-06 09:00:00 - 2008-10-06 19:45:00
Join Sustainable Connections as we Amtrak up to the BC province for a day of in depth Smart Growth projects. Hear from the developers of UniverCity, Simon Frasier University’s master planned sustainable community and winner of the 2008 National Planning Excellence Award for Innovation in Green Community Planning.
Calendar LEED-H Builders Slam   Sustainable Connections NEW office, 2008-10-09 16:00:00 - 2008-10-09 18:00:00
The LEED for Homes program is here and SC has the details and success stories to making this program work. Builders can trouble shoot concerns with the checklist, certification and any other details that leave you shaking your head and continuing on building as usual.
Calendar Construction Waste Recycling: Waste Turned Profit   SC office: 1701 Ellis St. Ste. 221, 2008-11-06 15:00:00 - 2008-11-06 18:00:00
Familiar with that whole waste=food concept? Come learn how one construction firm put this into practice. Also, meet waste processing expert, Terry Gillis from Recovery One (Tacoma)and discover innovative ways to deal with new waste streams.
Calendar Sustainable Connections 101   SC Office: 1701 Ellis St. Ste. 221, 2008-10-16 18:00:00 - 2008-10-16 19:00:00
Learn more about what we do at Sustainable Connections. Hear from executive director Michelle Long and get a good sense about SC’s role in our community! RSVP required at Laura@Sconnect.org
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