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The WhatcomTalk Events Calendar shares things to do around Whatcom County including Bellingham, Ferndale, Lynden, Blaine and beyond. Find fun activities and adventures throughout the region on our comprehensive events calendar. Have an event that isn’t listed? Click the green “Post your Event” button and our editors will review and approve within two business days.

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May
16
Sat
Co-Parenting Communication Workshop @ Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center
May 16 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) is offering a Co-Parenting Communication Workshop. This course is designed to help divorced, separated, and never married parents build skills to manage emotions, be heard, communicate effectively, and reduce co-parenting conflicts. Participants will learn how to identify stresses and triggers, appropriately manage anger, and express needs in an assertive, interest-based manner. The workshop will introduce participants to the root of conflict, physiological responses to conflict, conflict resolution strategies, and effective communication techniques – empowering individuals to deal with conflict in their lives safely and productively. The cost of the training is $10 and pre-registration is required. The Co-Parenting Communication Workshop will be offered again on Saturday, September 19th from 9:00 a.m. to noon. More information and registration can be found by calling 360-676-0122, emailing wdrc@whatcomdrc.org, or online at www.whatcomdrc.org.

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Sep
12
Sat
9th Annual Compete for a Cause Cribbage Tournament @ Boundary Bay Brewery
Sep 12 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
9th Annual Compete for a Cause Cribbage Tournament @ Boundary Bay Brewery | Bellingham | Washington | United States

Peg into the 9th Annual Compete for a Cause Cribbage Tournament benefiting the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center. We’re grateful to Boundary Bay Brewery for once again hosting the tournament and donating 100% of the proceeds to the WDRC.

Whether you play in the tournament or come to watch, this event will be enjoyed by all. There will be mimosas in the morning, a food truck in the afternoon, and the beer garden will be open all day. We’ll also have live music and raffles throughout the event.

Cribbage is one of those games that young and old, stranger and friend can play together in good spirited fun. It’s an all-inclusive way to put a positive spin on conflict-through friendly competition. We hope you will join in the fun and support the WDRC.

 

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Sep
11
Sun
Wander to Wander 1K @ Johnny's Donuts
Sep 11 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Wander to Wander 1K @ Johnny's Donuts | Bellingham | Washington | United States

Wander Brewing and the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center are presenting an alternative to the myriad of distance races in Bellingham throughout the year with the 3rd Annual Wander to Wander 1K, Sunday, September 11th at 11:00am, starting at Johnny’s Donuts and ending at Wander Brew Hall. Kick off Bellingham Beer Week and support the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center and their mission to provide and promote constructive and collaborative approaches to conflict.

Advanced registration: $20, Day of: $25, Kids 12 and under free, but need to pre-register to receive a medal. Registration includes donuts and pint of beer or root beer.

Participants will warm up by enjoying a donut. The start whistle will blow sharply at 11:30 a.m. and participants will ‘wander’ along the marked route .62 miles to Wander Brew Hall. A complementary pint of beer or root beer, a food truck, raffles, and fan fare will be waiting for participants and at the finish.

Costumes are encouraged. All ages, abilities; as well as pets are welcome.

Participants may register in one of four ways:
1. Online: http://wandertowander.bpt.me/
2. By mail/drop off of forms found at: http://whatcomdrc.org/wander-to-wander/
3. In person at the WDRC or Wander Brew Hall
4. By phone: (360)676-0122

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Nov
18
Fri
14th Annual Peace Builder Awards @ Bellingham Technical College, Settlemyer Hall
Nov 18 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
14th Annual Peace Builder Awards @ Bellingham Technical College, Settlemyer Hall | Bellingham | Washington | United States

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center invites the public to join in celebrating recipients for their collaboration, creativity, and effort towards reducing conflict and strengthening our community.

The 14th Annual Peace Builder Awards Gala takes place November 18, 2016 at 5:30 pm at the BTC Settlemyer Hall. Tickets start at $50 and can be purchased at www.whatcomdrc.org, (360) 676-0122, or in person at the WDRC.

In addition to awards presentations, guests will enjoy a gourmet dinner prepared by BTC’s award winning Culinary Arts program, live music, and Peaceful Poetry Youth Contest presentations; as well as a silent auction, wine wall, dessert dash, and a grand prize raffle.

All proceeds of the Peace Builder Award’s Gala will benefit the WDRC and their mission to provide and promote constructive and collaborative approaches to conflict.

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Jun
15
Thu
Bridging Divides: Whatcom Dispute and Resolution Center 25th Anniversary @ Northwood Hall
Jun 15 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Bridging Divides: Whatcom Dispute and Resolution Center 25th Anniversary @ Northwood Hall | Bellingham | Washington | United States

Please join us for a lunch celebrating 25 years of conflict resolution service to Whatcom County.

When: on Thursday, the 15th of June, from 11:30-1:00
Where: Northwood Hall
Register: www.whatcomdrc.org, seats are limited. Register today!
Cost: FREE to attend. Suggested minimum donation of $50. Contributions of all amounts welcomed
Keynote speaker Magistrate Judge-Select Paula McCandlis

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Sep
9
Sat
11th Annual Compete for a Cause Cribbage Tournament @ Boundary Bay Brewery
Sep 9 @ 10:00 am
11th Annual Compete for a Cause Cribbage Tournament @ Boundary Bay Brewery | Bellingham | Washington | United States

Peg into the 11th Annual Compete for a Cause Cribbage Tournament benefiting the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center! We’re grateful to Boundary Bay Brewery for once again hosting the tournament and donating 100% of the proceeds to the WDRC.

Whether you play in the tournament or come to watch, this event will be enjoyed by all. There will be mimosas in the morning, a food truck in the afternoon and the beer garden will be open all day. We’ll also have live music and raffles throughout the event.

Early registration is strongly encouraged! $25 for adults, $20 for students & seniors. Day of registration is $30.

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Sep
10
Sun
Wander to Wander 1K @ Johnny's Donuts
Sep 10 @ 11:00 am
Wander to Wander 1K @ Johnny's Donuts | Bellingham | Washington | United States

Join the excitement of participating in the 4th Annual Wander to Wander 1K, benefiting the WDRC and hosted by Wander Brewing. Beginning with donuts in the parking lot of Johnny’s Donuts, participants will ‘wander’ (or sprint) along the route to Wander Brew Hall. At the finish, enjoy a complimentary pint of beer, food trucks and the fan fare of this exciting race! Costumes are encouraged. All ages, abilities, as well as pets, are welcome!

Registration includes a doughnut and pint of beer or root beer upon arrival at Wander Brewery. First 100 to register will receive a custom medal to show off their remarkable feat.

Advanced registration: $20 Day of: $25. Kids 8-12: $5, Kids 7 and under: FREE, but need to pre-register to receive a medal.

Day of: $25Kids 8-12: $5, Kids 7 and under: FREE, but need to pre-register to receive a medal.

Kids 8-12: $5Kids 7 and under: FREE, but need to pre-register to receive a medal.

Kids 7 and under: FREE, but need to pre-register to receive a medal.

Event begins at Johnny’s Donuts. Registration and Check-in at 11:00 a.m. Wander begins at 11:30.

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