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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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Jun
7
Fri
Trashion Show, by Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County @ Fisherman's Pavilion
Jun 7 @ 6:00 pm
Trashion Show, by Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County @ Fisherman's Pavilion

Join Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County on Friday, June 7th at Fishermen’s Pavilion in Bellingham for an evening of Eco-Chic Elegance that turns trash into treasure and homes into hope!
The event will feature a full fashion show of stunningly sustainable outfits made of 75% recycled material, a silent auction of creatively upcycled items, raffles for some of our favorite local goodies, cocktails, games and more!
Purchase your tickets to this unforgettable event that celebrates sustainability while supporting affordable housing right here in Whatcom County. Tickets will be available at a discounted early bird rate until May 1st.
Want to participate in the show? Anyone feeling inspired to showcase their eco-conscious creativity is encouraged to submit a designer application on our website by May 31st!

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Jul
13
Sat
Medicinal Plants & Wildcrafting Course with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County, WA
Jul 13 @ 2:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Medicinal Plants & Wildcrafting Course with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County, WA

Please join naturalist and trained botanist, Jazmen Yoder in this medicinal plant and wildcrafting course focused on fireweed and stinging nettle. In this course you will learn several uses for these two amazingly useful plants.

There are so many uses for these two plants that they deserve their own intensive course. If you have an interest in herbalism and wildcrafting, this course is designed for you!

What to expect:

How and when to forage fireweed and stinging nettle

Ethnobotanical history

Ecology

How to make fireweed and nettle cordage

Wildcrafted tea

Associated plants (ID, ecology, ethnobotany)

What to Bring:
Dress for the weather

Comfortable shoes (hiking boots not necessary)

Snacks/lunch

Water

Sunscreen

Packable camp chair or blanket

Foraging basket

Scissors or a knife

Notepad and pen (optional)

Class size is limited

Registered individuals will receive details on location in an event-reminder email in the week leading up to the event. Please register via the website.

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