Whatcom Center for Early Learning

05/31/2026

Our hearts are full today. ❤️
A huge thank you to everyone who made last night’s gala and auction such a beautiful success; our staff, volunteers, donors, sponsors, contractors, hotel bellwether and their staff, and every single guest who showed up with generosity and joy. Standing together in that room reminded us exactly why this work matters.

We’ll be sharing the total amount raised later this week, and we can’t wait to celebrate that milestone with you.

Grateful for this community, grateful for this team, and grateful for the impact we’re creating together. 💛

05/28/2026

Sign up now for Wired Differently on June 27th! This looks amazing 👏

🧠 Summer is almost here — and for most families, unstructured time, transitions, and new routines can be a lot.

😵‍💫 If your household runs on big emotions, last-minute meltdowns, bedtime battles, and days that leave you wondering what just happened — this workshop was made for you.

Wired Differently: A Workshop for Families at Whatcom Family Village is for parents navigating life with a (potentially) neurodivergent brain in the house — whether that’s your child’s, your own, or both. No diagnosis required. Curiosity is enough.

📅 June 27
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
💰 $55 (sliding scale available)

Neurodivergent brains aren’t broken — they’re wired for intensity, creativity, and deep feeling. But they also need different tools. And you deserve support in learning them.

Led by
Jessica Norman Wells, PhD
Calial McCarty MA LMHC
Tori Harper MOT OTR/L

You’ll leave with:

🛠️ Practical skills and tools to use right away — just in time for summer

🙋 Live Q&A so your real questions get real answers

🤝 Connection with other families who truly understand

🫶 A better understanding of your own brain, and your child’s

If you’re dealing with:
✔️ Defiance & meltdowns
✔️ Distraction & focus challenges
✔️ Social difficulty
✔️ Bedtime & school battles
✔️ Disorganization
✔️ A dysregulated nervous system
✔️ Shame & feeling alone

You are not failing. You are parenting a brain that needs something different — and there’s a whole community ready to figure it out alongside you.

💛

🔗 Register at www.whatcomfamilyvillage.com/book-now

05/28/2026

Looking for a family friendly and fun way to enjoy the outdoors and connect with new friends this summer? Join our Family Walk & Talk! ☀

Thank you to the Healthy Children's Fund for supporting this series!

05/27/2026

✨ EVENT SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT! ✨
We’re excited to recognize as an Event Sponsor for our Annual Gala & Auction

Event sponsors play a vital role in bringing this night together while helping strengthen the fundraising that fuels our work year‑round. AF Design Build’s support helps build both an incredible event and lasting impact.

Thank you, AF Design Build, for being a champion of our mission!

05/26/2026

✨ EVENT SPONSOR SHOUTOUT! ✨
We’re honored to have as an Event Sponsor of our Annual Gala & Auction

Event sponsors like Heritage Bank help ensure this event is not only a success but a strong fundraising opportunity that supports our programs and community impact. Their partnership makes a meaningful difference.

Thank you, Heritage Bank, for your leadership and support!

05/25/2026

✨ EVENT SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT! ✨
We’re proud to welcome Ecotech Solar as an Event Sponsor for our Annual Gala & Auction

Event sponsors help make this night possible, from the details that create a seamless experience to the fundraising that directly supports our mission. Ecotech Solar’s support helps power both the event and the impact beyond it.

Thank you, Ecotech Solar, for shining your support on our work!

05/22/2026

✨ GAME SPONSOR SHOUTOUT! ✨
We’re excited to recognize as a Game Sponsor of our Annual Gala & Auction

Game sponsors help energize the room and play a meaningful role in driving the fundraising that supports our work. Way Cross’s support helps transform engagement into real‑world impact.

Thank you, Way Cross, for helping make this event unforgettable!

05/22/2026

This looks amazing 👏

🧠 Summer is almost here — and for most families, unstructured time, transitions, and new routines can be a lot.

😵‍💫 If your household runs on big emotions, last-minute meltdowns, bedtime battles, and days that leave you wondering what just happened — this workshop was made for you.

Wired Differently: A Workshop for Families at Whatcom Family Village is for parents navigating life with a (potentially) neurodivergent brain in the house — whether that’s your child’s, your own, or both. No diagnosis required. Curiosity is enough.

📅 June 27
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
💰 $55 (sliding scale available)

Neurodivergent brains aren’t broken — they’re wired for intensity, creativity, and deep feeling. But they also need different tools. And you deserve support in learning them.

Led by
Jessica Norman Wells, PhD
Calial McCarty MA LMHC
Tori Harper MOT OTR/L

You’ll leave with:

🛠️ Practical skills and tools to use right away — just in time for summer

🙋 Live Q&A so your real questions get real answers

🤝 Connection with other families who truly understand

🫶 A better understanding of your own brain, and your child’s

If you’re dealing with:
✔️ Defiance & meltdowns
✔️ Distraction & focus challenges
✔️ Social difficulty
✔️ Bedtime & school battles
✔️ Disorganization
✔️ A dysregulated nervous system
✔️ Shame & feeling alone

You are not failing. You are parenting a brain that needs something different — and there’s a whole community ready to figure it out alongside you.

💛

🔗 Register at www.whatcomfamilyvillage.com/book-now

05/21/2026

✨ GAME SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT! ✨
We’re thrilled to have joining us as a Game Sponsor for our Annual Gala & Auction!

Support from game sponsors like Edward Jones enhances the guest experience while strengthening the fundraising that directly supports our programs and services. Their partnership helps make every moment count.

Thank you, Edward Jones, for investing in both fun and impact!

05/20/2026

✨ GAME SPONSOR SHOUTOUT! ✨
We’re proud to welcome Trucordia as a Game Sponsor for our Annual Gala & Auction

Game sponsors play a key role in making our event interactive, fun, and impactful, while directly supporting the fundraising that fuels our mission. Trucordia’s support helps turn participation into purpose.

Thank you, Trucordia, for helping make this night both exciting and meaningful!