All events are subject to change. Please call 360-715-0170, ext. 305, to confirm dates and times or for additional information.
Events in December 2025
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November 30, 2025
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December 1, 2025(1 event) 10:00 AM: Coffee & Conversation – 10am - 11am
The Arc of Whatcom County 2602 McLeod Rd., Bellingham Parents and Caregivers of loved ones with developmental delays, disabilities, and on-going healthcare needs are welcome to join us for coffee (or tea) and a relaxed and friendly chat. Meet other caregivers in our community, find out new resources, and share your thoughts, insights, triumphs and experience.
Adults only please. Light refreshments provided.
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December 2, 2025
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December 3, 2025
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December 4, 2025(1 event) 4:30 PM: Self Advocacy Meeting – The Self Advocacy Zoom meetings are the 1st Thursday of each month
Join us virtually for this meeting on zoom.
This is a fun opportunity to learn about self-advocacy, make friends, and work together to make a difference!
If you want to join us virtually, please register at: selfadvocacy@arcwhatcom.org
After registering you will receive an email containing the link for you to join the Self Advocacy Meeting. Pre-registration is REQUIRED to get the information on how to connect. You can connect by phone or through the free zoom app on your cell phone, tablet or computer.
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December 5, 2025(1 event) 6:00 PM: First Friday Silent Disco Party! – 
Open to the Community | Free | All Ages | All Abilities When: First Friday of each month | 6pm-8pm Where: Max Higbee Center Join us for an awesome headphone dance party hosted by weekend group program members and staff!
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December 6, 2025
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December 7, 2025(1 event) 12:00 PM: Holiday Party – Please join us for our Annual Parent to Parent Holiday Party
Join us for crafts, fun activities, photos with Santa and much more!
Sunday, December 7 Bloedel Donovan Park Large Multipurpose Gym 2214 Electric Avenue, Bellingham There are 2 time slots families are welcome to join:
*Families of a child with special needs ages birth to seven are invited from: 12 noon to 1:30 pm *Families of a child with special needs ages eight and up from: 1:30 pm - 3 pm Beverages will be provided. Please bring your favorite healthy potluck dish to share.
Co-sponsored by Parent to Parent and City of Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department
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December 8, 2025(1 event) 7:00 PM: Virtual Support Meeting – 
We may not be therapy, but we sure are therapeutic. Our meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month from 7 - 8pm. We understand how isolating it can be right now, so we are hold our Parent Support Meetings virtually through Zoom. Grab your favorite beverage, a cozy blanket, and connect with other families - to chat, ask questions, and share resources. Pop in for a few minutes or stay a while. Those who attend will be entered into a drawing for a gift card.
To register contact P2P at (360) 715-0170 ext 302 or p2p@arcwhatcom.org Please register for the private ZOOM Meeting Link.
Parent to Parent is a Support Program that provides emotional support and information to families of children with developmental disabilities, delays, and special health care needs. |
December 9, 2025
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December 10, 2025(2 events) 11:00 AM: Application and Paperwork Drop-in – Need Paperwork & Application Support from Arc Staff Members?
2nd & 4th Wednesday of every month*
11am - 1pm
Dan Godwin Community Center 2602 McLeod Rd., Bellingham Join Arc Staff in-person at the Dan Godwin Community Center. We will be supporting families with filling out paperwork for their loved ones. Bring a laptop or tablet if you have one, some laptops will be available for use at the Arc.
- Partners4Housing Residential Assessment
- Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Eligibility - Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - Guardianship - Use of our printer, scanner, and paper shredder free of charge We may not have time to complete all your paperwork, but this is a great opportunity to have support looking over where to start. Staff may be helping multiple people, and we cannot guarantee privacy. If you need private one-on-one support, please reach out to set up an appointment at a different time. Please note that we do not offer legal or benefits planning services. However, we can refer you to qualified professionals in those areas.
*If our office is closed due to a Holiday or Inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.
6:00 PM: Board of Directors Meeting – The Arc of Whatcom County Board of Directors meet the 4th Wednesday of every month from 6 – 7:30. Meetings are hybrid – join in person at The Arc or virtually via zoom! No RSVP is needed. If you join virtually, meetings do not password to join, but participants will be in a waiting room until staff admit you. More info at: |
December 11, 2025(1 event) 11:00 AM: Virtual Office Hours – 
Virtual Office Hours: Information and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families
Staff are available every Thursday (unless it is a holiday)
11am - 12pm, No RSVP needed https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86909304702 Meeting ID: 869 0930 4702 Do you have questions about:
- Special Education - Disability Systems & Resource Navigation - Future Planning & Transition to Adulthood - Disability Family Support There is no password to join but participants will be in a waiting room, until we admit you. We can utilize breakout rooms to enhance privacy, if multiple participants have joined.
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December 12, 2025
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December 13, 2025
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December 14, 2025
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December 15, 2025(1 event) 6:00 PM: SPIN Dance –
Third Monday of each month, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Open to the Community | Free | Ages 14+ | All Abilities When & Where: Third Monday of each month | 6pm-8pm Come dance with us to music provided by Glitt3r Lyfe’s Aireekah! Location details and registration available through the Bellingham Parks and Recreation
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December 16, 2025
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December 17, 2025
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December 18, 2025(1 event) 11:00 AM: Virtual Office Hours –
Virtual Office Hours: Information and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families
Staff are available every Thursday (unless it is a holiday)
11am - 12pm, No RSVP needed https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86909304702 Meeting ID: 869 0930 4702 Do you have questions about:
- Special Education - Disability Systems & Resource Navigation - Future Planning & Transition to Adulthood - Disability Family Support There is no password to join but participants will be in a waiting room, until we admit you. We can utilize breakout rooms to enhance privacy, if multiple participants have joined.
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December 19, 2025
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December 20, 2025
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December 21, 2025
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December 22, 2025(1 event) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day |
December 23, 2025(1 event) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day |
December 24, 2025(2 events) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day 11:00 AM: Application and Paperwork Drop-in *Cancelled* – Need Paperwork & Application Support from Arc Staff Members?
2nd & 4th Wednesday of every month*
11am - 1pm
Dan Godwin Community Center 2602 McLeod Rd., Bellingham Join Arc Staff in-person at the Dan Godwin Community Center. We will be supporting families with filling out paperwork for their loved ones. Bring a laptop or tablet if you have one, some laptops will be available for use at the Arc.
- Partners4Housing Residential Assessment
- Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Eligibility - Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - Guardianship - Use of our printer, scanner, and paper shredder free of charge We may not have time to complete all your paperwork, but this is a great opportunity to have support looking over where to start. Staff may be helping multiple people, and we cannot guarantee privacy. If you need private one-on-one support, please reach out to set up an appointment at a different time. Please note that we do not offer legal or benefits planning services. However, we can refer you to qualified professionals in those areas.
*If our office is closed due to a Holiday or Inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.
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December 25, 2025(2 events) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day 11:00 AM: Virtual Office Hours *Cancelled* –
Virtual Office Hours: Information and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families
Staff are available every Thursday (unless it is a holiday)
11am - 12pm, No RSVP needed https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86909304702 Meeting ID: 869 0930 4702 Do you have questions about:
- Special Education - Disability Systems & Resource Navigation - Future Planning & Transition to Adulthood - Disability Family Support There is no password to join but participants will be in a waiting room, until we admit you. We can utilize breakout rooms to enhance privacy, if multiple participants have joined.
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December 26, 2025(1 event) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day |
December 27, 2025(1 event) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day |
December 28, 2025(1 event) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day |
December 29, 2025(1 event) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day |
December 30, 2025(1 event) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day |
December 31, 2025(1 event) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day |
January 1, 2026(2 events) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day 11:00 AM: Virtual Office Hours * –
Virtual Office Hours: Information and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families
Staff are available every Thursday (unless it is a holiday)
11am - 12pm, No RSVP needed https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86909304702 Meeting ID: 869 0930 4702 Do you have questions about:
- Special Education - Disability Systems & Resource Navigation - Future Planning & Transition to Adulthood - Disability Family Support There is no password to join but participants will be in a waiting room, until we admit you. We can utilize breakout rooms to enhance privacy, if multiple participants have joined.
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January 2, 2026(2 events) All day: Office Closed for Holiday - Reopens January 5 All day 6:00 PM: First Friday Silent Disco Party! –
Open to the Community | Free | All Ages | All Abilities When: First Friday of each month | 6pm-8pm Where: Max Higbee Center Join us for an awesome headphone dance party hosted by weekend group program members and staff!
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January 3, 2026
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