--Local teens (grades 6-12) are invited to submit original Poems for the 2nd annual Forest Of Words Teen Poetry Contest. The APPLICATION DEADLINE is February 15th. For information call 592-2422)

--Lynden Performing Arts Guild presents “The Diary Of Anne Frank”—with performances February 15th-March 4th at Claire vg Thomas Theatre. Tickets are $12. (www.clairevgtheatre.org)

--Western Washington University’s Fairhaven College Of Interdisciplinary Studies presents “Doing Good In Africa: Lessons From Traditional Agencies Of Self-Help In The Continent”—part of their 10th annual World Issues Forum—February 15th (noon). (www.wwu.edu/fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/index.shtml)

--Chemical Engineer Don Jeter will discuss Efficient Biodiesel Production—February 15th (4pm) at Technical Development Center (1000 “F” Street) in Bellingham.

--Western Washington University Environmental Studies Associate Professor Troy Abel presents “Ecotopia’s Prism: Five Seasons In Costa Rica’s Ecology, Economy And Culture”—February 15th (5:15pm) in Communications Facility 110 at Western. (www.wwu.edu/turningpoints)

--Western Washington University Linguistic Anthropologist Judy Pine presents “Truly Lahu—Representing Authentic Identity In Karaoke Videos”—February 16th (noon) in Wilson Library Presentation Room at Western. (650-7544 or laurie.nesheim@wwu.edu)

--Whatcom Museum (121 Prospect Street) in Bellingham is hosting “The Eruptive History Of The Active Volcano In Our Backyard”—February 16th (12:30pm). Admission is by suggested $3 donation. (www.whatcommuseum.org)

--PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center’s Adult Day Health Center is hosting a Presentation—“Depression In The Elderly And Their Family Caregivers”—February 16th (7pm) at St. Luke’s Health Education Center (3333 Squalicum Parkway). (788-6410)

--Local travelers Alan and Lisbeth Fritzberg present “Scenes From Rwanda—People, Mountain Gorillas And Akagera National Park”—February 16th (7pm) at Whatcom Museum (121 Prospect Street) in Bellingham. Admission is by suggested $3 donation. (www.whatcommuseum.org)

--Film In Fairhaven presents a screening of “The Importance Of Being Earnest”—February 16th (7pm) at Firehouse Performing Arts Center (14th and Harris) in Bellingham. Admission is $7.

--The Komo Kulshan Chapter of American Rhododendron Society is featuring a Slide Show—“Vicious Plants Of The Southwest”—February 16th (7:30pm) at Burlington Community Center (1011 Greenleaf Street). (www.flounder.ca/komokulshan/index.asp)

--Friends Of The Bellingham Public Library is holding a Children’s Book Sale—February 17th and 18th at the library (210 Central Avenue). (778-7250)

--You’re invited to Family Story Night (ages 6-to-adult) with Bellingham Storyteller’s Guild—February 17th (7pm) at the Fairhaven branch library in Bellingham. (778-7188)

--Skagit County author Mary McGoffin discusses her book “Under The Red Roof: One Hundred Years At Northern State Hospital”—February 17th (7pm) at Bellingham’s Village Books. (www.villagebooks.com)

--Bellingham’s Center For New Media is broadcasting the Boys Varsity game at Mount Vernon High School—February 17th (8pm) at www.ustream.tv/channel/new-media-live. (www.watchyourtv.org)

--Ferndale Senior Activity Center (1999 Cherry Street) is hosting a Public Pancake Breakfast—February 18th (8am-11am). The cost is $6. (384-6244)

--Everson McBeath Community Library (104 Kirsch Drive) is hosting a screening of the Academy Award-nominated film “Food, Inc”—February 18th (3pm). It’s a documentary about the way food is produced, shipped and marketed to the consumer. (www.sustainableconnections.org)

--The Lynden public library (216 4th Street) is hosting a Ukrainian Bandura Concert—February 18th (7pm). (www.wcls.org/friends-of-the-lynden-public-library)

--Snug Harbor Band is performing at Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher Building (250 Flora Street) in Bellingham—as part of “Mardi Gras At The Museum”—February 18th (8pm). Admission is $10. You need to age 21 or older. (www.whatcommuseum.org)

--Bellingham’s Happy Valley Neighborhood Association and Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (1720 Harris Avenue) invite you to a Free Community Meal—February 19th (5pm) at the church. You’re asked to bring a dessert to share. (www.oursavioursbham.org)

--Bellingham Theatre Guild presents their annual Bellingham One-Act Theatre (B.O.A.T.) Festival—featuring 12 short plays and musicals, performed three shows-a-night—February 20th-March 3rd. A festival pass is $10. Individual shows are $4. (www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com)

--Western Washington University Associate Geology Professor Doug Clark discusses efforts to recover a prehistoric paleoclimate record from a glacier near Mt. Waddington, B.C.—at the next meeting of Mt. Baker Rock & Gem Club—February 20th (7pm) at Bloedel Donovan Community Building (2214 Electric Avenue) in Bellingham. (www.mtbakerrockclub.org)

--You’re invited to two presentations by Bellingham Lectures In Philosophy And Religion—designed to facilitate “informed, articulate thinking and civil conversation regarding the Big Questions present in philosophy, religion and science”—February 21st and 23rd (7pm) in the Performing Arts Center at Western Washington University. (They’ll also be featuring a live stream at the website: www.blpr.org)

--The Islands chapter of American Red Cross will honor “everyday heroes” at a Real Heroes Breakfast—March 29th. Nominations for residents of Whidbey and Fidalgo Islands and San Juan County, who’ve shown exemplary courage are DUE FEBRUARY 22ND: 425-740-2323 or akemib@theislandsredcross.org. (www.theislandsredcross.org)

--Building Industry Association Of Whatcom County presents an educational workshop—“How To Effectively Grow Your Business”—February 22nd. The cost is $35. For information call 671-4247 or email lindat@biawc.com. (www.biawc.com)

--Western Washington University’s Fairhaven College Of Interdisciplinary Studies presents “How Our Way Of Life Is Killing Africans”—part of their 10th annual World Issues Forum—February 22nd (noon). (www.wwu.edu/fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/index.shtml)

--Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship (1207 Ellsworth Street) is hosting a series of workshops (“Going Within: Personal Workshops For The Second Half Of Life”)—including “Making Peace With The Past: Forgiving”—February 22nd (2pm). For information call 733-3837 or email admin@buf.org. (www.buf.org)

--Author Elizabeth George presents “The Art And Craft Of Writing”—February 22nd (4pm) in Academic Instruction Center West, Room 204 at Western Washington University. (www.whatcomreads.org)

--Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center is offering a six-hour Workshop—“Understanding Conflict”—February 22nd and 29th (5:30pm). The cost is $75. (www.whatcomdrc.org)

--St. Paul’s Academy (1509 East Victor Street) in Bellingham is hosting a “High School Informational Night”—February 22nd (5:30pm). TO R.S.V.P. call 733-1750 or email rfrank@sp-academy.org. (www.sp-academy.org)

--Bellingham’s Ebenezer Christian School is holding an Open House—February 23rd (9am-noon). (www.ebenezerchristianschool.org)

--Pete Beglin, M.D. of PeaceHealth North Cascade Cardiology and Yoga instructor Elizabeth Beglin will discuss “Stress And Your Heart”—February 23rd (11am) at Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham. Admission is $20. (788-6808 or lbrown5@peacehealth.org)

--Author Elizabeth George is speaking at the next meeting of Whatcom READS!—February 23rd (7:30pm) at Whatcom Community College (237 West Kellogg Road) in Bellingham. (www.whatcomreads.org)

--The Whatcom chapter of Backcountry Horsemen Of Washington is holding their 15th annual Silent (5pm) And Live (7pm) Auction fundraiser—February 24th at Everson Auction Barn (7291 Everson Goshen Road) in Everson. They’re auctioning a variety of new items, gently-used items, gift certificates and baked goods, in addition to horse-related items. (599-2526 or 734-2567; www.bchw.org)

--Skagit Valley College presents the musical “Into The Woods”—with performances February 24th and 25th and March 3rd and 4th (7:30pm); February 26th and March 5th (2pm). Tickets are $15-$25. (866-624-6897, extension 2 or www.mcintyrehall.org)

--Bellingham’s Center For New Media is broadcasting the Boys Varsity game at Arlington High School—February 24th (8pm) at www.ustream.tv/channel/new-media-live. (www.watchyourtv.org)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—February 25th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--Whatcom Independent Schools And Educators presents an Independent School Fair—February 25th (10am-1pm) at Leopold Ballroom (1224 Cornwall Avenue) in Bellingham. (778-3681 or wise-planning-group@googlegroups.com)

--Local lawyers will dispense free legal advice and referrals—February 25th (1pm-4pm) at the Bellingham public library. (www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org)

--George Werkema presents “Whatcom County Railroad History” Part Two—February 25th (3pm) at Everson McBeath Community Library (104 Kirsch Drive). (966-5100)

--A panel of local writers will discuss the benefits of being part of a regular writing group—February 25th (4pm) at Bellingham’s Village Books. (www.villagebooks.com)

--“Spark” Museum Of Electrical Invention (1312 Bay Street) in Bellingham presents their annual “Winter Commission” Art And Music Exhibition—featuring more than 40 artists and crafters—February 25th (7pm-10:30pm--all-ages; age 21 and over, after 10:30). (www.wintercommission.com or www.amre.us)

--Kuntz And Company presents the Dance Program “Shimmer”—February 25th (7pm/$10) and 26th (free, with admission) at Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher Building (250 Flora Street) in Bellingham. (www.whatcommuseum.org)

--Artists practicing in Craft, Literary, Media or Music in Washington are invited to apply for the 2012 ($7,500) Artist Trust Fellowship. THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 26TH. For information visit www.artisttrust.org. (www.callforentry.org)

--Author Clark Humphrey presents “Walking Seattle: 35 Tours Of The Jet City’s Parks, Landmarks, Neighborhoods & Scenic Views”—February 26th (2pm) at Bellingham’s Village Books. (www.villagebooks.com)

--Western Washington University’s Fairhaven College Of Interdisciplinary Studies presents “Libya, From Dictatorship To Revolution”—part of their 10th annual World Issues Forum—February 27th (noon). (www.wwu.edu/fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/index.shtml)

--Home Attendant Care Director Debbie Gann is hosting a Workshop—“Elder Care Options—Help When You Need It”—February 27th (6pm) at Whatcom Community College. The cost is $19. TO REGISTER call 383-3200 or visit http://homeattendantcare.com/news_events)

--Bellingham’s Village Books is hosting an Open Mic Night—February 27th (7:00). (www.villagebooks.com)

--Whatcom Education, Spay And Neuter Impact Program (WeSNiP) urges you to help reduce pet overpopulation on World Spay Day—by participating in the third annual “Neuter Is Cuter” event—February 28th (8:15am-5pm) at the Animal Emergency Care building (317 Telegraph Road) in Bellingham. The goal is to neuter 40 cats, and vaccinate as needed. For information call 733-6549 or visit www.wesnip.org.

--Western Washington University’s Fairhaven College Of Interdisciplinary Studies presents “Routes To Peace In The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict”—part of their 10th annual World Issues Forum—February 29th (noon). (www.wwu.edu/fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/index.shtml)

--High school juniors in Bellingham are invited to compete for a $500 scholarship, sponsored by Friends Of The Bellingham Public Library. Applicants are asked to submit a typed, original essay of approximately 500 words, describing how libraries have influenced their lives. Essays and application forms are DUE MARCH 1ST. For information visit www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

--Ferndale High School presents the musical “West Side Story”—with performances March 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 8th, 9th and 10th (7pm). Tickets are $10. (383-9261)

--The 2012 Whatcom Count Humane Society “Woof And Whiskers” Award Luncheon is March 8th (noon) at The Majestic in Bellingham. SEATING IS LIMITED. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY MARCH 2ND: 733-2080, extension 3014 or outreach@whatcomhumane.org. (www.whatcomhumane.org)

--The 33rd annual Whatcom County Home And Garden Show is March 2nd (10am-8pm), 3rd (10am-8pm) and 4th (10am-5pm) at Northwest Washington Fair & Event Center (1775 Front Street) in Lynden. Tickets are $7. (www.whatcomhomeshow.com)

--Clean Green Transfer Facility at the corner of Lakeway and Woburn in Bellingham will reopen March 3rd. (www.co.whatcom.wa.us/publicworks/solidwaste)

--Bellingham Parks And Recreation presents the 30th annual Kids’ Dog Show—March 3rd (10:30am-noon) at Bloedel Donovan Community Building (2214 Electric Avenue). Admission is by suggested donation of one can of dog food for local animal shelters. (778-7000)

--The 2nd annual Base Camp Winter Ale Fest—featuring live music by The Crying Shame, BBQ brats from Silvana Meats and oysters from Taylor Shellfish Farms—is March 3rd (5pm-10pm) at Skagit County Fairgrounds. Tickets are $30 through February 28th/$40 thereafter. (www.basecamptickets.com)

--Taylor Shellfish Farms (2182 Chuckanut Drive) in Bow presents “Samish Sip ‘N’ Slurp”—a fundraiser for Skagit Conservation Education Alliance—March 3rd (6pm-9pm). The cost is $75. (www.taylorshellfishfarms.com)

--Lynden Pioneer Museum Endowment Foundation is holding a Collectibles And Antiques Sale—March 22nd, 23rd and 24th to raise money for the museum. IF YOU HAVE ITEMS TO DONATE CALL 354-3675 BY MARCH 7TH. (www.lyndenpioneermuseum.com)

--Building Industry Association Of Whatcom County presents an educational workshop—“Bonding: Current Trends And Issues Contractors Should Be Aware Of”—March 7th. The cost is $35. For information call 671-4247 or email lindat@biawc.com. (www.biawc.com)

--You’re invited on a “Ladies Night Out” with Wild Whatcom Walks—March 7th (6pm-8pm). The cost is $7. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: www.wildwhatcom.org.

--Jane Billinghurst presents “Gardens Through Geography And Time”—at the next meeting of Birchwood Garden Club—March 7th (7pm) at Whatcom Museum (121 Prospect Street) in Bellingham. (www.birchwoodgardenclub.org)

--Bellingham’s Dance Gallery presents their 21st annual Spring Concert—featuring the works of local and national choreographers—March 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th (7:30pm) and 18th (5pm) at Firehouse Performing Arts Center (1314 Harris Avenue). Tickets are $12. There’s a free Reception, following the March 18th performance. (www.dancegallery.org or www.brownpapertickets.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—March 10th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--Bellingham’s Center For New Media presents “Access Orientation: Rules For Use”—part of a series of presentations designed to introduce Bellingham residents to the use of Public Access TV—March 10th (11am) at the Bellingham public library. (heather@centerfornewmedia.org or www.watchyourtv.org)

--Bellingham Public Market’s 2nd annual Seed Swap And Gardening Kick-Off is March 10th (1pm-4pm) at the market. You’re invited to bring seeds, seed potatoes, edible tubers, bulbs…and gardening stories to swap. A number of speakers will be on hand, as well, to discuss various aspects of gardening and preserving seeds. (www.bellinghampublicmarket.com)

--Alfred Lambremont Webre discusses “Expolitics” at the next meeting of The Center For Ontological Action (CONTACT)—March 10th (3pm) at the Fairhaven library branch (1117 12th Street) in Bellingham. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. (305-6939 or mdthuney@msn.com)

--The annual Blue Skies For Children “St. Patrick’s Day” themed Casino Night is March 16th in the B.I.A.W.C. building. (www.blueskiesforchildren.org)

--The 10th annual Wings Over Water Northwest Birding Festival—featuring a variety of presentations and activities—is March 17th (10am-5pm) at Blaine Middle School and Blaine Performing Arts Center (925 “H” Street). (www.blainechamber.com/wow)

--Bellingham’s Happy Valley Neighborhood Association and Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (1720 Harris Avenue) invite you to a Free Community Meal—March 18th (5pm) at the church. You’re asked to bring a dessert to share. (www.oursavioursbham.org)

--Building Industry Association Of Whatcom County presents an educational workshop—“Keeping Our Local Businesses Strong: An Overview Of Effective Financial Management”—March 21st. The cost is $35. For information call 671-4247 or email lindat@biawc.com. (www.biawc.com)

--Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship (1207 Ellsworth Street) is hosting a series of workshops (“Going Within: Personal Workshops For The Second Half Of Life”)—including “Optimizing Our Health, Vitality And Sexuality”—March 21st (2pm). For information call 733-3837 or email admin@buf.org. (www.buf.org)

--Film In Fairhaven presents a screening of “The Matrix”—March 22nd (7pm) at Firehouse Performing Arts Center (14th and Harris) in Bellingham. Admission is $7.

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—March 24th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--Bellingham’s Center For New Media presents “Pre-Production, Or How Do I Start A Show?”—part of a series of presentations designed to introduce Bellingham residents to the use of Public Access TV—March 31st (11am) at the Bellingham public library. (heather@centerfornewmedia.org or www.watchyourtv.org)

--Building Industry Association Of Whatcom County presents an educational workshop—“How To Make Your Business More Bankable (And Appealing For A Loan)”—April 4th. The cost is $35. For information call 671-4247 or email lindat@biawc.com. (www.biawc.com)

--Bellingham Girls Rock Camp is planning to offer a weeklong musical day camp for girls (ages 8-15). They’re SEEKING SUBMISSIONS FOR AN UPCOMING SILENT ART AUCTION to fund camp tuition fees. SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE APRIL 15TH. (www.bhamgirlsrock.org)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—April 14th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--W.W.U. Faculty Jazz Collective is performing—April 14th (3pm) at Sudden Valley Dance Barn in Bellingham. SEATING IS LIMITED. Proceeds will benefit the building fund for South Whatcom Public Library at Sudden Valley. For ticket information call 671-1709 or 306-1800. (www.suddenvalleylibrary.org)

--Bellingham’s Happy Valley Neighborhood Association and Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (1720 Harris Avenue) invite you to a Free Community Meal—April 15th (5pm) at the church. You’re asked to bring a dessert to share. (www.oursavioursbham.org)

--The State Secretary Of State’s Office invites students in grades 4 and 5 to enter an art contest. The winning artwork will be featured in the State Voter’s Pamphlet. The theme of the contest is “If I Could Vote”. ENTRIES ARE DUE BY APRIL 16TH. (360-725-5795 or julieanne.behar@sos.wa.gov)

--Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship (1207 Ellsworth Street) is hosting a series of workshops (“Going Within: Personal Workshops For The Second Half Of Life”)—including “Coping With Loss: The Grieving Process”—April 18th (2pm). For information call 733-3837 or email admin@buf.org. (www.buf.org)

--Building Industry Association Of Whatcom County presents an educational workshop—“Fraud In The Workplace”—April 25th. The cost is $35. For information call 671-4247 or email lindat@biawc.com. (www.biawc.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—April 28th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--The 9th annual Red Raider Baseball Golf Tournament fundraiser is April 29th (8am) at Sudden Valley Golf Course. Proceeds will help buy new batting cages. For information about signing up a team or becoming a corporate sponsor contact Bellingham High School or tournament director Brian Phelps. (927-0444)

--You’re invited to take part in Spring Sprint For Sports—a 5k Fun Run to raise funds for Lynden High School students who can’t afford to participate in after-school activities—May 5th at the school. Contact Lynden High School National Honor Society for information.

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—May 12th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship (1207 Ellsworth Street) is hosting a series of workshops (“Going Within: Personal Workshops For The Second Half Of Life”)—including “A Journey Into Body/Mind Connection”—May 16th and June 6th (2pm). For information call 733-3837 or email admin@buf.org. (www.buf.org)

--Bellingham’s Happy Valley Neighborhood Association and Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (1720 Harris Avenue) invite you to a Free Community Meal—May 20th (5pm) at the church. You’re asked to bring a dessert to share. (www.oursavioursbham.org)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—May 26th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--As demolition and environmental cleanup continues at the former Georgia Pacific mill site, one of the best places from which to watch the activity is Chestnut Avenue Bridge. Port Of Bellingham invites you to capture the ever-changing “View From The Bridge” with a photograph, painting or other artistic medium. Selected submissions will be on display at Squalicum Boathouse during the Haggen Family 4th Of July Celebration. SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE MAY 31ST. (www.portofbellingham.com/photocontest)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—June 9th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--Pearl Django is performing—June 9th (3pm) at Sudden Valley Dance Barn in Bellingham. SEATING IS LIMITED. Proceeds will benefit the building fund for South Whatcom Public Library at Sudden Valley. For ticket information call 671-1709 or 306-1800. (www.suddenvalleylibrary.org)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—June 23rd (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—July 14th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--There’s a Rummage Sale fundraiser for Blue Skies For Children—July 21st. (www.blueskiesforchildren.org)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—July 21st (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—August 11th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—August 25th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—September 8th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—September 22nd (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--The 12th annual Blue Skies For Children Dinner & Charity Auction is October 13th. (www.blueskiesforchildren.org)

--Jovino Santos Neto is performing—October 13th (3pm) at Sudden Valley Dance Barn in Bellingham. SEATING IS LIMITED. Proceeds will benefit the building fund for South Whatcom Public Library at Sudden Valley. For ticket information call 671-1709 or 306-1800. (www.suddenvalleylibrary.org)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—October 13th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—October 27th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—November 10th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—November 17th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—December 8th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

--Greta Matassa and Jovon Miller are performing—December 8th (3pm) at Sudden Valley Dance Barn in Bellingham. SEATING IS LIMITED. Proceeds will benefit the building fund for South Whatcom Public Library at Sudden Valley. For ticket information call 671-1709 or 306-1800. (www.suddenvalleylibrary.org)

--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—December 22nd (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)

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