Eat Local Special At Mallard (10:30AM)
Come eat a local treat for the Eat Local Every Week Restaurant Special at Mallard Ice Cream and support local eateries that support local farmers!

Mallard buys over 5,000 lbs. of organic fruit every year for its tasty ice cream. The delicious local special this week will feature strawberries from Frog Song Farm in Mt. Vernon and mint from The Growing Garden, right here in Bellingham. Yum!


Contact Info : 360.734.3884 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://sustainableconnections.org/foodfarming/eatlocalweek/restaurantspecials

Starhawk: Earth Activist Training Permaculture Design Course (6:00PM - 7:00PM)
Date(s): Sat, Jul 3rd, 2010 thru Sat, Jul 17th, 2010
Do you want to learn more about Permaculture and Activism and spend 2 weeks that can Change your life and Change the world? Join us in the emerald Northwest (just outside of Bellingham) for two weeks of great fun and learning.

Join Starhawk and Bill Aal (with Margo Adair) of Tools for Change for a 2 week Earth Activist Training course in NW Washington on a beautiful 80 acre community Farm surrounded by mountains and the Nooksack River. (July 3-17)

This is a Permaculture Design certificate course with a special emphasis on Social Permaculture. Earth based Spirituality, Activism and community organizing will also be a primary focus of this course.

You will learn about soil building, plant and animal guilds, bioremediation, mushrooms, water harvesting, graywater, natural building, carbon farming much more. You will earn you also earn a permaculture design certificate when you attend this course.

There will be a time to explore he connection of spirit and activism, building strong communities, social permaculture, songs and laughter, drumming and dancing around the fire.

To find out more about the EAT training go to www.EarthActivistTraining.org or call 1-800-381-7940 or contact Raven@ravenjlunatic@gmail.com or Bill Aal @ waal@toolsforchange.org.

Sliding scale of $1500- $1900 - work trade and scholarships are available please contact us soon if interested.

Contact Info : To find out more about the EAT training go to www.EarthActivistTraining.org or call 1-800-381-7940 or contact Raven@ravenjlunatic@gmail.com or Bill Aal @ waal@toolsforchange.org. Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://http://www.EarthActivistTraining.org

EFT 4-week Class (11:00AM - 1:00PM)
Learn beginning and advanced EFT techniques, both as shock absorbers for life's painful events and a way to open up possibilities closed down by old habits or learning that no longer apply. Emotional, conceptual and apparently physical healing seems to be common with EFT, and often rapid as well. Class is at Wise Awakening, 314 E. Holly, 11 am to 1 pm on July 6, 13, 20 and 27. $80 for one person (all four classes) or bring a friend and each pay $60. Register with Daimon, phone 360-441-1195

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9/11 Truth For Peace Meeting (5:00PM - 6:00PM)
9/11 Truth for Peace. Bellingham Public Library Lecture Room 5-6 PM. Presentation by Architects & Engineers for 9/11 Truth, free DVD's and handouts. Discuss ways to distribute critical information to fellow citizens that question the erroneous rationale for our warfare policies. Contact Scott@911TruthBham.org for more info.

Contact Info : Scott@911TruthBham.org Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.911TruthBham.org

Green Drinks Bellingham (5:00PM - 8:00PM)
The Bellingham Green Drinks is hosted by RE Sources and meets every 1st Wednesday of the month at 5:00pm at varying locations. Below is the set date and location for the upcoming Green Drinks Bellingham:

When: Wednesday, July 7th
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Bellingham Bay Community Boating Center
Address: 555 Harris Avenue, Bellingham
Admission: always FREE, 21+ only

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. According to greendrinks.org, “These events are very simple and unstructured, but many people have found employment, made friends, developed new ideas, done deals and had moments of serendipity.” The best part about Green Drinks is that there is no structure, just good people meeting at a regular place and time.

Contact Info : For more information about Green Drinks Bellingham, contact Megan Artz at (360) 733-8307 or MeganA(at)re-sources(dot)org. Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.re-sources.org

Eat Local Special At Flats Wine & Tapas Bar (11:30AM)
Come out for the Eat Local Every Week Restaurant Special at Flats Tapas Bar and support local eateries that support local farmers!

A delightful array of local tapas - Taylor Shellfish Farm Mussels and Clams with Joes Garden herbs, a chevre and fig tapenade from Quel Fromage served on Avenue Bread, a Twin Sisters mushrooms tapenade on Quel Fromage manchego cheese, a Joe’s Garden arugula salad, Samson Estate Vineyards blackberry and raspberry dessert wine and a delightful local dessert: Cloud Mountain Farm cherry coulee with red currents, gooseberries and a lemon thyme sorbet. Finish it all off with locally brewed Agribay Coffee.


Contact Info : Flats Tapas & Wine Bar 1307 11th St, Bellingham 360.738.6001 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://sustainableconnections.org/foodfarming/eatlocalweek/restaurantspecials

Starhawk And Bill Aal: Social Permaculture And Transition (6:30PM - 9:00PM)

Friday, July 9th, 6:30 - 9:00 pm at Presence Studio, 1412 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham (up the stairs above Bellingham Bar and Grill).

Admission: $10-$25 sliding scale, as a fundraiser for Earth Activist Training, and the Transition Network.

William Aal is deeply involved in social and environmental justice work with a particular focus on agricultural sustainability and social healing. Versed in opening the imagination, awakening people’s best thinking and inspiring group transformation, Aal works with group reflection to unleash collective genius in organizational settings. A former manager in the non-profit and information technology worlds, he co-founded Riseup.net to build computer-based communications networks for activists. Aal has developed accessible networking tools and trainings in social analysis and use of the web for community organizing, empowering individuals who traditionally have not had access to these tools.

Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://http://www.earthactivisttraining.org

Permaculture 101 (All Day)
Homestead Habitats LLC is happy to host another set of introductory Permaculture Design classes. Permaculture 101 covers "What is Permaculture?", "Where is it Happening?", and "How do I Permaculture?". The full day course will include lecture, slideshow, group work and hands on activities, so come prepared to learn. This course will cost $25-50 on a sliding scale. Students need to RSVP to find the location and be sure to bring a sack lunch. Space is limited to sign up quick!"Email:  HomesteadHabitats@gmail.com
Call: (360) 312 3928

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Sample The Cherry Harvest (11:00AM - 3:00PM)
The Western Washington Fruit Research Foundation is holding its Sample The Cherry Harvest Event on July 10th 2010. Registration begins at 10:40 AM. From 11:00 to 11:30 Hollis Spitler will talk about the *Spotted Wing Fruit Fly* that is invading our area (attacking cherries, blueberries, and raspberries) and will demonstrate how to make a homemade trap for them. Then, at 11:30 we sample this year's Cherry Harvest!* The event will be held at WSU NWREC at 16650 State Route 536, Mt Vernon WA. For more information see www.NWFruit.org. All events are free to members, open to non-members @ $15 per person

Contact Info : Christy Nieto 360-820-8586 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              360-820-8586      end_of_the_skype_highlighting Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Co-op Staff Arts/crafts Sale - BBQ - Music (12:00PM - 3:00PM)
Cordata Community Food Co-op Sidewalk Arts and Craft Sale and Swan Café Art Show Opening Showcasing the talents of Co-op staff! Purchase handmade hats, jewelry, artisan soaps, prints, screen printed clothing, wood carvings, greeting cards and more. Live music by Lindsay Street $5 BBQ burger lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available) Free. Everyone welcome.

Contact Info : Laura, 734-8158 ext. 129 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.communityfood.coop

Permaculture 202 (All Day)

Homestead Habitats LLC is happy to host another set of introductory Permaculture Design classes. work and hands on activities, so come prepared to learn. Permaculture 202 goes into a bit more depth. We will use real properties to learn the basics of site assessment, the design process and implementation strategies. Hands on activities and group work will help students apply these techniques and gain a better understanding of Permaculture Design. This course will cost $25-50 on a sliding scale. Students need to RSVP to find the location and be sure to bring a sack lunch. Space is limited to sign up quick!"

Email:  HomesteadHabitats@gmail.com
Call: (360) 312 3928

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Inspire Choir Community Sing (7:00PM - 9:00PM)
Come lift up your voices in a facilitated circle of community and sing down the sun at Taylor Dock! We are an open circle to all voices! We will share in global vocals and improvised creative play! Donations welcome! Bring water and a friend or two!

Contact Info : Kelly Kelsey Burke Mulvany www.inspirechoir.com Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

"Mind Your Own Green Business" Ecopreneur 20.10 (9:00AM - 1:00PM)
[Portland, OR] Entrepreneurs looking to start a green business or transition their existing business will gain valuable insight from Ecotrain Media Group founder, Kevin Pile. He will share 12 years of ecoprenurial pursuit and the trials and tribulations he has faced. This seminar presents a holistic understanding of corporate sustainability. We combine years of sustainable development advocacy with the documentation of Ecotrain Media Group’s grassroot, “green,” start up business. We understand the misconceptions of green business and the difficulty in finding the necessary resources for developing a green business. This unique four-hour seminar empowers you to get ahead in the blooming green economy with a solid understanding of the green industry, the green market, green business operations, and green business certification processes. Entrepreneurs will be able to answer the questions they have had on starting a green business, and how to implement a sustainable business strategy. Each attendee will receive the Ecotrain Green Career Guide Almanac; this guide will be used as an educational tool during the powerpoint, and will provide you with a distinct advantage upon leaving. http://www.ecotrainmediagroup.com/

Contact Info : Kevin Pile 322 NW 6th Avenue, Suite 200 Portland, OR 97209 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://http://www.ecotrainmediagroup.com

Bellingham Chapter Of Solar WA (7:00PM - 8:00PM)
Bellingham Chapter of Solar WA
July 14th, WEDS. @ 7 PM
ReStore: upstairs classroom
Corner of Broadway & Meridian St.

Presentation: "Living Machines"
Ecologically based wastewater treatment and recycling.
with Henning Gatz
Aquacare Environment Inc.
www.aquacare.com

Free. Open to the public.

Contact Info : Shannon Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Eat Local Special At Community Food Co-op Delis (11:00AM - 3:00PM)
Come out for the Eat Local Every Week Restaurant Special at the Community Food Co-ops Delis (Cordata & Downtown) and support local eateries that support local farmers!

Eat Local Special: Swimming Tofu Rama
Locally made tofu in a Thai peanut sauce with fresh local spinach over a bed of rice. Also an all local salad in the deli case with fresh greens and veggies from around Whatcom County.


Contact Info : Community Food Co-op Delis 1220 N. Forest St & 315 Westerly Rd, Bellingham 360.734.8158 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://sustainableconnections.org/foodfarming/eatlocalweek/restaurantspecials

Eat Local Special At Colophon Cafe (9:00AM)
Support local eateries that support local farmers and come out for the Eat Local Every Week Restaurant Special at the Colophon Café!

Summer's Bounty Pasta Salad:
Bellingham Pasta Company’s hand-cut lemon pepper pasta with Vis Seafoods locally smoked wild salmon and farm-fresh vegetables from Moondance Farms and Rabbit Fields Farm with a side of Avenue Bread foccacia.
Tantalizing Triple Berry Chocolate Mousse:
Fresh, Whatcom Country raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries from Barbie’s Berries layered with a decadent chocolate mousse crafted from Breckenridge Farm ingredients. Topped with a tasty dollop of whipped cream! For more information, visit: http://sustainableconnections.org/foodfarming/eatlocalweek#food

Contact Info : Sara Southerland Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://sustainableconnections.org/foodfarming/eatlocalweek#food

Community Food Co-op Community Celebration (2:00PM)
13th annual Community Food Co-op Community Celebration 2 to 6 pm Saturday, July 24 at Boulevard Park. Entertainment: Maggie’s Fury (2:15 pm) Children’s parade (3:30 pm) Crystal, The Jewel of Magic (3:45 pm) Snug Harbor (4:30 pm) $3 burritos from Co-op’s Swan Cafe (2 pm until we sell out), Juice Peddlers bicycled powered smoothies, Veg Express, Little Shovels popsicles. The RE Store Recycled Art Station, Family activities and games, Nonprofit info fair. Admission free. Everyone welcome. Event cancels in horrible weather only. Light rain, we’ll be there. Thanks to our co-sponsors: Bellingham Parks and Recreation and The RE Store.

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Eat Local Special At Old World Deli (8:00AM)
Come out for the Eat Local Every Week Restaurant Special at Old World Deli and support local eateries that support local farmers!

Eat Local Special:
Batali Salami (from Salumi in Seattle) sub on a Breadfarm Italian Roll with local arugula, Joe's Garden Beet Salad and Joe's Garden Heirloom Tomato Salad.


Contact Info : Old World Deli 1228 N State St, Bellingham 360.738.2090 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://sustainableconnections.org/foodfarming/eatlocalweek/restaurantspecials