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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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October 2014 – March 2019 Oct 2014 – Mar 2019
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Oct
17
Fri
The Good News Chair: Meet Author Harriet Arkley @ Lynden Library
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Oct 17 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
The Good News Chair: Meet Author Harriet Arkley @ Lynden Library | Lynden | Washington | United States

In this especially valuable program for teachers and parents, retired teacher and principal, Harriet Arkley will share highlights of how a special chair changed the culture of an elementary school principal’s office and at the same time encouraged and recognized desirable behavior in children. She’ll also include stories from the book (hilarious, sad, candid, surprising…) about the children who sat in the Chair, what happened when children sat in the Chair, and how it could work in a classroom or home setting.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: education library parenting
Nov
15
Sat
Conscious Parenting Workshop @ Red Cedar Dharma Hall
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Nov 15 @ 9:00 am

This workshop is designed to help you understand the “why” behind your children’s behaviors, as well as improve your ability to respond by teaching children to deal with their feelings more effectively. There will be time to discuss your parenting challenges so we can help you transform them. Join us in this workshop to help you create strong attachments with your children and more peace in your family.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Kids Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: parenting
May
16
Sat
Co-Parenting Communication Workshop @ Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center
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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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Categories: Adult Focused Events Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: co-parenting communication conflict parenting training wdrc workshop
May
21
Sat
Spring Grand Fairy Tale Ball @ Broadway Hall
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May 21 all-day
Spring Grand Fairy Tale Ball @ Broadway Hall | Bellingham | Washington | United States

Has your child ever dreamed of going to a real ball and dancing with their favorite princesses in a castle-like setting? Experience the magic of the Fairy Tale Ball by Simply Magical Parties on May 21st at the Broadway Hall in Bellingham! Walk the red carpet into this two hour event you will be talking about for years! Don’t miss the Grand Fairy Tale Ball!

– Ten Princesses!
– Royal fun for the whole family!
– Dancing the night away to your favorite royal tunes!
– Royal Treats
– Perfect photo opportunities with the characters
– Professional photographer available
– So much more!

Proceeds from the ball will be benefiting Seattle Children’s Hospital Uncompensated Care Fund and Skookum Kids (supporting foster care in Whatcom County).

There will be 3 sessions to choose from on May 21st (see event link for details). Tickets are limited and must be pre-purchased. Special edition “golden tickets” will be mailed to all who purchase a ticket before May 1st (unless already sold out).

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Categories: Family Events Tags: Bellingham children dance family family friendly family fun Frozen Fundraiser Kids kids entertainment parenting Princess Seattle Children's Hospital Simply Magical Parties Skookum Kids
Sep
15
Thu
Parents’ Night: Felt Story Make and Take @ WCLS North Fork Library
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Sep 15 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Parents' Night: Felt Story Make and Take @ WCLS North Fork Library | Maple Falls | Washington | United States

Meet and chat with other local parents while we craft a felt story to take home and share with your child. Learn tips to make play and storytime with your little one fun and impactful. Light refreshments and childcare provided. Registration required.

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Categories: Family Events Tags: crafts library parenting reading stories
Sep
19
Mon
Circle of Security Parenting Series @ WCLS Everson Library
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Sep 19 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Circle of Security Parenting is a facilitated group conversation for parents to be able to discuss and reflect on how they are creating a secure relationship with their child/children. We will be meeting for 10 weeks. The conversation builds upon itself, so we ask everyone to commit to coming each week. You will become more conscious of observing and understanding your children’s natural rhythms and emotional needs, while having the chance to connect with and learn from other families.

RECURRENCE: This 10 week class meets on the following dates:
Mondays, September 19 & 26, October 3, 10, 17, Thursdays, October 27 & November 3, and Mondays November 7 & 14, 6 PM to 7:30 PM.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Tags: parenting
Mar
21
Tue
Parenting with Positive Discipline @ Pioneer Meadows Montessori School
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Mar 21 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Parenting with Positive Discipline @ Pioneer Meadows Montessori School | Ferndale | Washington | United States

This workshop is for parents who want new information and tools to use RIGHT NOW to help with: morning or bedtime hassles, whining and other early childhood issues. This introduction to Positive Discipline, based on the book by Jane Nelsen, EdD, provides respectful and effective tools to help children develop self-regulation, responsibility and problem-solving skills. Join Positive Discipline trainer, Penny Davis, MA, to add to your parenting tool box!

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Categories: Education Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: parenting positive discipline
Jun
10
Sat
Resilience Summit: Hope in a Complex World @ Squalicum High School
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Jun 10 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Resilience Summit: Hope in a Complex World @ Squalicum High School | Bellingham | Washington | United States

Resilience Summit: Hope in a Complex World, conversations to create a world in which we thrive

Who?

Youth & Young Adults: Talk with peers about how to change our social environment and reduce stress anxiety and depression for us. Hear stories of battles with mental well-being and talk about changing perspective. Finally, get to share with adults and help them make changes to their daily behavior towards forming more welcoming environments at home, school and in the community.

Adults, Parents and Youth Serving Professionals: Engage with Dr. Christopher McCurry, community wellness and prevention representatives, and with one another in conversations to shape how we can increase wellbeing and decrease stress, anxiety and depression for our youth, families and communities.

Distinct tracks for youth and young adults and parents and adults who serve youth in community settings will envision environments that promote wellness and compassion and identify skills and next steps for bringing hope to action. Youth and young adults will share their vision for a world in which they will thrive.

What?Community discussions, activities, resources and World Cafe learning on:

Community discussions, activities, resources and World Cafe learning on:

Increasing wellbeing and decreasing stress, anxiety and depression in multiple areas of our lives including:
-home & family
-school & community
-friends & peers
-yourself
-social media

Two CEUs are available for this event.

Accommodation and Barrier Removal:
Equitable access to this event is at its heart: We will work to remove barriers to childcare, language translation and for ADA accommodation with adequate notice. Please register early, and no later than 72 business hours in advance (6/6/17).

Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/jun10hope

Sponsored by:
Whatcom Family and Community Network, NAMI Whatcom and Parents Matter with financial support from Mobilizing Action in Resilient Communities (MARC) and SAMHSA Drug-Free Communities.

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Categories: Education Family Events Health & Wellness Volunteering and Community Enrichment Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: family event parent parenting youth
Sep
20
Wed
Managing Conflict as a Co-Parent @ Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center
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Sep 20 @ 4:00 pm
Managing Conflict as a Co-Parent @ Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center | Bellingham | Washington | United States

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
• Effectively use a variety of conflict strategies
• Express needs in an assertive, interest-based manner
• Promote healthy communication techniques

Parents may participate in this workshop alone, or with the other parent.

To register, contact 360-676-0122 or training@whatcomdrc.org

Instructors:

Angus McLane, M.A. Angus is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned a MA in Counseling Psychology in 1986 from Gonzaga University. He has worked in community mental health, private practice and state service and has extensive experience in child and adolescent therapy, adolescent sex offender treatment, family systems and juvenile corrections. He has trained in multiple evidence-based practices such as Functional Family Therapy, Brief Solution-Based Therapy, Incredible Years, Motivational Interviewing and Project Safecare. Angus is currently a licensed trainer for Triple P: Positive Parenting Program and he travels extensively to train agency staff in this model. He has taught the class, Helping Children Through Family Changes, for the WDRC since 1993.

Deborah Forgays, PhD. Deborah has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Vermont and is currently a Professor in Psychology at Western Washington University. Her teaching and research have focused on issues important to children, adolescents and families. She obtained her community and family mediation certifications through the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center in Bellingham.

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Categories: Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: children co-parenting conflict parenting
Feb
6
Tue
Managing Conflict as a Co-Parent @ Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center
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Feb 6 @ 4:00 pm
Managing Conflict as a Co-Parent @ Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center | Bellingham | Washington | United States

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
• Effectively use a variety of conflict strategies
• Express needs in an assertive, interest-based manner
• Promote healthy communication techniques

Parents may participate in this workshop alone, or with the other parent.

“Hearing the trainers say that a divorced family isn’t a broken family, it’s just a reorganized family, was music to my ears.” – Past Parenting Class Participant

Instructors: Angus McLane, M.A. Angus is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned a MA in Counseling Psychology in 1986 from Gonzaga University. He has worked in community mental health, private practice and state service and has extensive experience in child and adolescent therapy, adolescent sex offender treatment, family systems and juvenile corrections. He has trained in multiple evidence based practices such as Functional Family Therapy, Brief Solution Based Therapy, Incredible Years, Motivational Interviewing and Project Safecare. Angus is currently a licensed trainer for Triple P: Positive Parenting Program and he travels extensively to train agency staff in this model. He has taught the class, Helping Children Through Family Changes, for the WDRC since 1993.

Deborah Forgays, PhD. Deborah Kirby Forgays is a certified family mediator. She has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Vermont and was a Professor in Psychology at Western Washington University. Her teaching and research focused on issues important to children, adolescents and families. She has been a mediator with the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center in Bellingham since she obtained her certification in 2012.

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Categories: Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: children conflict parenting Peace Understanding
Feb
11
Mon
Lynden “Daddy/Mommy and Me” Therapeutic Dance/Movement Group @ The Barre Pointe
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Feb 11 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Lynden "Daddy/Mommy and Me" Therapeutic Dance/Movement Group @ The Barre Pointe

Arise Well Counseling Services, L.L.C. will be at the Barre Pointe studio conducting dance and movement classes geared toward children who may have difficulty communicating or expressing their feelings. This is a therapeutic form of dance and movement for kids and their parent/caregiver.

This is not put on by The Barre Pointe but will be held at their studio. If you have any questions please contact Lydia Peckover, MS, MA, LMHC at Arise Well Counseling Services, L.L.C.

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Categories: Family Events Health & Wellness Kids Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: #AriseWellCounselingServices.com #expressive art skills #foster care #group #movement counseling dance parenting
Mar
27
Wed
Hidden In Plain Sight: A Mount Baker Community All Ages Event @ Mount Baker High School
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Mar 27 @ 4:00 pm
Hidden In Plain Sight: A Mount Baker Community All Ages Event @ Mount Baker High School

Join us to learn about current trends, how to recognize common warning signs and how to talk to youth about these important issues.

Adolescence is the age of opportunity. Plenty of healthy and unhealthy risk taking options present themselves. Indicators of teen drug use, mental health concerns, unhealthy relationships, human trafficking and other risk factors can be hidden in plain sight, but easy for parents and other adults to miss.

Walk Through: 4 – 5:45pm
Participants will walk through a mock teen bedroom to attempt to identify 70+ items.
18+ Presentation: 6-8pm
Explanation of items related to risky behavior, local youth trends in substance use and mental health, and tools for adults to help youth navigate the teen years.
Youth Listening Sessions: 6-8pm
Participants in grades 7-12 will discuss Healthy Youth Survey results from fall 2018.
Sibling Activities: 6-8pm
Participants in grades 6 and under will engage in healthy youth development activities.

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Categories: Education Tags: parenting
October 2014 – March 2019 Oct 2014 – Mar 2019