BELLINGHAM, Wash. — This week there will be several events and workshops focused on Whatcom County’s housing industry.

The Whatcom Housing Alliance says Bellingham and Whatcom County are reaching an unprecedented housing crisis and now is the time to have important conversations and action about affordability, livability, and homelessness.

The organization is hosting Housing Week from October 21 to 26.

Each day, there will be free events at different locations around Bellingham to build awareness and support for innovative housing solutions to create homes for everyone.