We advance a regenerative local economy that builds community, strengthens food systems, catalyzes climate solutions, and expands access to housing in NW Washington.
 | Farm to Table Trails - July 18 - December 31, multiple days or times Eat local and win! Check in at local farms and restaurants—each stop earns you points to win local foodie prizes. Get out there and EXPLORE! Don’t forget to check in! |
 | September Eat Local Month - September 01 - September 30, multiple days or times Join us for a month-long celebration of local food and those who grow, raise, fish, make, and cook it to share with us! All month long we’ll be highlighting opportunities to meet your chef, farmer, fisher, and grocer and experience the unique flavors of our region. |
 | Whatcom Housing Week 2023 - October 16 - October 20, multiple days or times Sustainable Connections is proud to be a part of Whatcom Housing Week! |
 | Waste & Whatnot: Residuos y Má s - October 18, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Estamos organizando una reunión en persona en el COF& (en Cornwall Ave) para responder a sus preguntas sobre los plásticos desechables, sobre este vídeo, y sobre cómo el programa Toward Zero Waste y el Small Business Development Center pueden ayudar a su empresa a ahorrar dinero. |
 | Green Building Nerds Club - at Elizabeth Station, Bellingham October 25, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm We're thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of the Green Building Nerds Club! Join us on October 25th from 5:30 to 7:00pm at Elizabeth... |
 | Travel Out Training - November 02, 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm Travel Out Training Join us in at the Springhill Suites by Marriott in Bellingham for a free day of training and connection as we discuss... |
BUILDING COMMUNITIES & STRENGTHENING OUR ECONOMY
A New Economic Model
“The northern Washington town of Bellingham may be the epicenter of a new economic model for a post-consumerist economy, producing goods and services focused on what surrounding communities need and can sustain.”
-NPR Marketplace, interview with Sustainable Connections
A Local Living Economy
Choosing local retailers creates jobs and community. Hear from a variety of local entrepreneurs who call Bellingham home and learn why they choose to live and love local.
Local Champions
Plantage: The Plant-Based Meal Subscription Bringing Fresh, Delicious Meals to Bellingham
Plantage, a meal subscription service in Bellingham, serves delicious, nourishing meals to their clients. All their food is plant-based, sourced with care, and aligns with the values of the business – sustainability, transparency, and integrity. All this serves to...
Farming and Fermenting with a Light Touch at Barmann Cellars
Stephanie Barmann and Jesse Nickerson are the farmers and fermenters behind Barmann Cellars in Everson WA, a low-intervention winery and cidery utilizing regeneratively-farmed estate fruit. Everything they craft, tend, and share is done with deep care and intention,...
Follow Sasquatch on the Think Local First Coffee Crawl
Calling all coffee adventurers and Sasquatch enthusiasts! There have been reports of Sasquatch sightings at numerous coffee shops around town. Experts agree that Sasquatch is a coffee fanatic. So, grab your mugs and join us as we embark on a Sasquatch-inspired Coffee...
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