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Have you been outside recently?
By Sophie Bechkowiak | March 7Bellingham is surrounded by evergreen trees, flowing mountains and the bay. Nature is the Washingtonian’s backyard.
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Bellingham TheatreWorks’ New Play Cafe reading series boosts the work of local artists live on stage
By Jase Picanso | February 28After several years of sifting through 75 submitted works of talented playwrights with the help of reader assistants, co-owner Steve Lyons narrowed the selection down to 12 plays. Co-owner Mark Staton then narrowed it even further to six different works. These plays would become the backbone of their upcoming New Play Cafe series.
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Event aims to bring Bellingham’s hip-hop community together
By Tristyn MacDonald | February 24Bellingham Cupids Brawl is a two-part event featuring hip-hop artists Ethan Lucci, Salem Hush and Martii MC-Fly performing before a freestyle rap battle at the Make.Shift Art Space’s all-ages venue on Friday, Feb. 24.
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Living Pantry opens new location in Fairhaven
By Lauren Eydt | February 24Living Pantry, an eco-friendly store selling sustainable home and body items, opened its newest location in Fairhaven on Feb. 9, 2023.
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BRIEF: Harvest, weave, learn
By Sophie Bechkowiak | February 24Northwest Natura, a new start-up focused on teaching the Bellingham community about the environment, will be holding its first basket-weaving event on Sunday, Feb. 26.
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Cupid’s Arrow, an improvised dating game show, plays at the Upfront Theatre for all of February
By Mathew Callaghan | February 24Cupid’s Arrow, an improv show at the Upfront Theatre, is structured like a 70s dating game show with a lot more twists and unexpected fun surprises. The show runs every Friday and Saturday through the month of February. It starts at 7:30 p.m., and tickets range from $10 to $16.
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Bellingham’s Valentine’s Day event continues inclusive community outreach
By Jase Picanso | February 24On Feb. 11, the City of Bellingham Parks and Recreation department hosted a sensory-friendly hour from 2-3 p.m. at this year’s Valentine’s Day party in the Bloedel Donovan Community Building. It was the city’s second sensory-friendly event for kids.
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The buzz about beer
By Sophie Bechkowiak and Janet Lopez | February 23Bellingham’s 14 local breweries put a vast amount of effort into their craft beer selections, showing locals that it’s more than just a drink that gives you a buzz. The city is perceived as a “beer drinker’s paradise,” with just a handful of wineries – but what makes these breweries appear more popular?
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Sweet as Waffles opening new brick-and-mortar in Bellingham
By Lauren Eydt | February 17Sweet as Waffles, a sweet and savory waffle joint currently run out of a converted trailer located at Stemma Brewery, is opening its new brick-and-mortar in downtown Bellingham.
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Wander into Bellingham’s unique fine arts gallery and glass studio
By Tristyn MacDonald | February 17When Sheri and Toby Ten Eyck first opened Wandering Oaks Fine Arts Gallery and Glass Studio, the couple’s goal was to showcase, inspire and teach local artists.
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Our Planet Live in Concert comes to the Mount Baker Theatre on Feb. 17
By Mathew Callaghan | February 16Symphonic music and picturesque scenes of nature are set to be the main attraction at the Mount Baker Theatre when “Our Planet Live in Concert” comes to Bellingham on Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m.
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Dancing for yourself
By Briana Tuvey | February 15Having a neurological disorder brings challenges in everyday life. The way you move changes and suddenly you can't do things you used to. Dance for People with Parkinson's gives people a chance to move in a way they may not be able to normally in a safe and supportive space.
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Much ado about mussels
By Riley Weeks | February 15Last month, the Washington State Department of Health lifted several of its beach closures in Whatcom County. Warnings that had restricted the harvesting of all types of clams lessened to only restrict the collection of butter and varnish clams.
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Trumpet in hand, a Western jazz professor's story led him to perform for audiences all over the country
By Mathew Callaghan | February 15From mimicking the tunes he heard on Saturday morning cartoons to performing for crowds across the country, Kevin Woods has always had an affinity for music.
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Come see local artists share their interpretations of love through this month's theme for murals
By Tristyn MacDonald | February 13In Waypoint Park, an unexpected waterfront attraction is inviting local artists to spread the love. Valentine’s Day-themed art is showcased along all 780 feet of the wooden wall separating the sidewalk from ongoing construction.
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Trivia takes over Bellingham
By Sophie Bechkowiak | February 10How many bars and restaurants in Bellingham do trivia nights? The answer: over 14. Trivia is one of the most popular activities for folks in Bellingham. This question and answer game regularly fills restaurants and pubs with teams of players ready for friendly competition.
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Fairhaven businesses host a second-annual chocolate walk
By Imogene Eagan | February 8As Valentine’s Day approaches, heart-shaped candy boxes and gifts on store shelves become increasingly abundant. The holiday, as commercial as it can be, gives businesses a seasonal opportunity to market their products to please romantics and anyone with a sweet tooth.
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Community Emergency Response Team training underway
By Lauren Eydt | February 7On Jan. 24, the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) began an eight-week training to teach community volunteers how to provide help in the case of an emergency.
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Business is booming during Boomuary
By Sophie Bechkowiak | February 7Boomer’s Drive-in, a Bellingham staple, is having its 34th anniversary sale. The sale is locally known as Boomuary, as it takes place during January and February every year. Instead of their normal, individually marked prices, every burger on the menu is reduced to $3.44.
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Valentine Vegan Bake Sale: Bellingham locals in for a treat
By Janet Lopez | February 7One of Bellingham’s most anticipated Valentine’s Day events is coming up, and locals from all dietary lifestyles are invited. Bellingham Veg Fest’s annual Valentine Vegan Bake Sale will take place Saturday, Feb. 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at V GO’s Bellingham. There will be a variety of vegan-friendly treats for visitors to purchase in support of Ahimsa Microsanctuary.
