In February, April and May 2025, Bellingham Public Library is partnering with WWU’s Sustainability Engagement Institute and the Center for Community Learning to bring back another round of the popular Learning Together Forums. These events bring our community together to talk about sustainability. All are welcome. Share your hopes and challenges related to creating a more sustainable region and meet others doing inspirational work. Participants will leave with new connections and opportunities for action.
Learning Together Forum dates and titles:
- Climate Action – Wednesday, February 5, 3:00 – 4:30 pm
- Life Below Water – Wednesday, February 19, 3:00 – 4:30 pm
- Life on Land – Thursday, April 17, 10:00 – 11:30 am
- Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions – Thursday, May 1, 10:00 – 11:30 am
Forums are free and open to all. Snacks provided! No registration required.
Each session in the series takes place in the Lecture Room on the lower level of the Central Branch of the Bellingham Public Library (210 Central Ave). Please note that car parking at the Library is metered until 6:00 pm. The Library is served by WTA Route 15. Bike parking is available in the front of the building, but please plan to bring a bike lock and cable and bring all valuables inside with you.
Powering a Sustainable Future – Participant Responses
Feelings: “As we consider our energy future, feelings I see people expressing include…”
Possibilities: “An experiment we could try to improve our energy future is…”
Actions – “One thing my family/workplace has done recently to change how we use energy is…”
Changes: “Something I’d like to help eliminate from our energy landscape is…”
Identity: “One skill/talent I have that can help our community toward a better energy future is…”
Place – “One thing I see other communities around the world doing to improve their use of energy is…”
Support – “One way others can help me improve my use of energy is…”
Importance – “Improving our energy use shows that our community cares about…”
