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Workshops & Events

RE Sources offers a seasonal series of skill-building workshops, classes, films, seminars, presentations and facilitated discussions to help you build a more sustainable lifestyle. Scroll down to see what's upcoming at RE Sources Sustainable Living Center (above The RE Store).  2309 Meridian Street, Bellingham, WA.

Proceeds from all workshops benefit RE Sources' environmental conservation and advocacy. Thank you for supporting our community.


Stormwater Maintenance Workshops

Two FREE Workshops

Saturday, May 18th
9:30am - 3:00pm
Skagit Valley College, Room A125
2405 E College Way,  Mt. Vernon (map)

Learn how to maintain your stormwater pond, bioswale, catch basin, rain garden, and other types of facilities. Contact Lee First to register; call (360) 733.8307 or email leef@re-sources.org.











Coal Activists Monthly Meeting

Wednesday, May 8th
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
RE Sources Sustainable Living Center
(above the RE Store) 
2309 Meridian St (map)


Once a month local activists gather together at the RE Sources Sustainable Living Center to share news and best practices, hear the latest updates from the Power Past Coal campaign trail, find out about upcoming events and actions, and meet other local community members getting engaged in the fight against Big Coal.

Everyone working on the fight against the coal port (whether with RE Sources or not) is welcome to attend and update the group on their actions, needs, and upcoming events.

Light refreshments including coffee and tea (AND COOKIES!) will be provided.

To see an agenda or for more information, contact Matt Petryni at 360-303-1660 or mattp@re-sources.org.

Rain Garden Tour de Bellingham

Saturday, June 1st
9:30am - 12:30pm
$20 (includes lunch & transportation)

Join us for an expert-guided tour of Bellingham's finest, and most diverse rain gardens. Learn about site analysis, plant selection, unique features, and creative ideas for your own rain garden project.* Stick around after the tour for the Watershed-Friendly Project Expo at Bloedel Donovan Park, 1 - 3pm.

Register online at www.brownpapertickets.com/raingardentour

Co-hosted by RE Sources, City of Bellingham, Sustainable Connections, and WSU Whatcom County extension.

*Stormwater is the #1 source of pollution in urban areas of Puget Sound. You can make a BIG difference in your own back yard!


Apr 9, 2011


The RE Patch

RE Sources’ and The RE Store’s on-site community garden, used for growing organic fruits and veggies, as well as community demonstrations and educational opportunities. More. Apply for a garden bed.






SLC Workshop Space
The Sustainable Living Center features informative and stimulating presentations and films. RE Sources partners with other community organizations and non-profits, to provide opportunities to present innovative topics to the general public for discussion, exploration, and education.


Teach a Workshop

RE Sources loves to collaborate with businesses, organizations and individuals to bring a well-rounded sustainability curriculum to our community. You can donate your time as a new instructor or charge a registration fee for seasoned skill building courses.
Email HannahC@re-sources.org for more info, or fill out an application form


Host Your Own Event

Please click here for more information on how to rent a room at the Sustainable Living Center. You can also email our office manager, Rebecca, at rebeccaw@re-sources.org for rental information.

Sponsor an Event

If your business would like to gain exposure through sponsoring events at the SLC, please contact Hannah Coughlin at HannahC@re-sources.org or call (360) 733-8307.

Click here to see some of the events we've held at the SLC in the past.


Location & Directions

RE Sources SLC



2309 Meridian Street
(
map)
Bellingham, WA 98225

The Sustainable Living Center is located just above The RE Store, on the NW corner of Broadway and Meridian in the Fountain District.  You'll find a bike rack in the alley off of Broadway and the stairs behind the RE Store.