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Connect Ferndale exists to build connections among neighbors. We envision a Ferndale that values people as unique individuals and finds strength in our community’s rich culture and diversity
On this page you'll find information about who we are, what we do, and how you can get involved.
Come out and celebrate Juneteenth in Ferndale with our Community Cookout. In partnership with the Whatcom Brothers to Brothers group, and with support from the Whatcom Community Foundation, Ferndale is celebrating liberation! Come play some games, taste some soul food, and learn history all while celebrating liberation! Bring your own lunch and a blanket and hang out for a while. Everyone is welcome!
Join us for Ferndale's second annual PRIDE Celebration- a day of music, performances, and good vibes, co-sponsored by Connect Ferndale, the City of Ferndale, and LGBTQ+ Western. Festivities will take place Saturday, July 18th. Here's the deets:
Workshops hosted by Connect Ferndale
Details TBD
All workshops will be held at the Pioneer Pavilion. Pre-registration is preferred and TBD
Resource, Vendor, and FUN fair
Join us outside the Pavilion for loads of fun! Local non-profits will be tabling, vendors will be selling their wares, and many games and activities will be taking place. There will be facepainting! There will be Library fun! We will also have some food trucks, so grab lunch in the park.
First Annual Pride Colors Costume Contest hosted by LGBTQ+ WWU
Join us at 1:30 pm for the Pride Colors Costume Contest! Calling all young ones, ages 18 and under to come in your best, brightest, most beautiful get up, celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community. We will have three categories: Ages 4-9, 10-13, and 14-18. Walk the runway and share your true colors!
Made possible by a grant from the Whatcom Community foundation's Project Neighborly Program
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Do you want to be part of the group that brought Pride to Ferndale this year, celebrated Juneteenth in a big way, and does other fun projects to bring neighbors together? JOIN US! We meet monthly and are actively looking for dedicated community members who want to make Ferndale a safe and welcoming place for all residents. Click HERE to complete the application to join us!
We have compiled a GIANT list of resources for all of us to know our rights when it comes to ICE. Click HERE to see our list, and if you have suggestions for things that need to be added, please email connectferndale@gmail.com. Thank you and be safe!
Did you know that since the start of the pandemic, Anti-Asian racism in the form of threats and acts of violence has risen 150%. We denounce these acts, and encourage everyone in Ferndale to educate themselves about this issue and practice solutions. The "Stay Safe From Hate" booklet teaches simple ways to stay safe and also create safety for others who may be in harm's way. Please take a look ad commit to calling out anti-Asian sentiment when you hear and see it.
Ferndale Community Services is a 501c3 serving Ferndale and North Whatcom County through a variety of community services programs. FCS's mission is to understand and alleviate unmet needs by providing resources and connection. FCS envisions a thriving community where everyone is supported and valued and their basic needs are met.