If you’re looking to get more hands-on with your Valentine’s Day gifts this year, consider these tips from a local florist to create your very own bouquet.
Some elderly and disabled Bellingham residents struggle to use the Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) bus system due to limited features and accessibility issues.
The fourth annual Fairhaven Chocolate Walk highlights small businesses while providing a fun interactive experience for anyone who loves chocolate. With 18 stops around Fairhaven Village, you can sample a variety of chocolate while exploring participating shops from noon until 5 p.m.
Are you fed up with your usual dining options or typical outing activities? Unsure about what to do in the dry winter cold? Look no further than Fairhaven to indulge in a hearty meal, a warm cup of tea, or a nice stroll alongside Bellingham Bay.
LGBTQ+ Western, Bellingham Queer Collective and PFLAG Whatcom will host an intergenerational drag show at the Mount Baker Theatre on January 29 from 5-8 p.m. in celebration of the first anniversary of their Generations of Pride event.
The needle drops and a subtle crackle emanates from the speakers, picking up speed and sound as a symphony comes to life. An earthy smell permeates the room and sunlight bounces off shelves upon shelves stocked with music. This is a record store, where the sensory delight of vinyl is as much a part of the allure as the albums themselves.
Bellingham’s Folk Festival starts Jan. 23, with events happening daily through Jan. 26 in downtown Bellingham.
Bellingham High School celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 18, 2025. Western Washington University participated in the celebrations by providing money to fund some of the groups sponsoring the event’s budget.
Every Wednesday, Western Washington University students and staff flock downtown to celebrate Western Wednesday, a day when over 60 local businesses offer student discounts. From restaurants and gyms to salons and boutiques, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Bellingham, a charming college town nestled between the Cascade Mountains and the Salish Sea, boasts a rich history intertwined with a culture of drinking. From the early days of logging and fishing to the present-day influx of students and artists, the city's drinking scene has evolved to reflect the changing times.
At 10 a.m. on Nov. 29, a line stretched down the block outside Black Noise Records in downtown Bellingham. Amidst the overcast and cold weather, the line created a vacuum of brimming excitement and whispered conversations as customers waited for the doors to open. It’s a vinyl enthusiast's dream at the beginning of the holiday shopping season: Record Store Day Black Friday.
The Millworks Project, a two-phase community-focused project planned for the Bellingham Port, is working to shed light on the toxic history behind the waterfront while creating a space for opportunity by the end of 2027.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, be sure to check out these top-rated BBQ joints and savor the mouthwatering flavors of sweet and smoky slow-cooked meats.
Shop Small Saturday, a day dedicated to shopping at small businesses within your community, is coming to Bellingham. Every year on the Saturday following Thanksgiving, towns across the nation celebrate their local businesses by showing support and shopping locally.
This coming weekend is jam-packed with festivities for the greater Whatcom area. With tree lightings and sleigh rides in Blaine, ornament making in Lynden and pop-up markets and visits with Santa in Bellingham, it's clear that Whatcom is ready to jump back into the Christmas spirit.
The Bellingham Food Bank, the most high-traffic food bank in Washington state, is working with the Bellingham City Council to provide $1 million in funding, while the Whatcom County Food Bank Network asks for $2 million from Washington state.
Washington state is taking a significant step to address toxic chemicals in cosmetics with the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act. Beginning in January 2025, the legislation will restrict the use of nine hazardous chemicals and chemical classes in personal care products sold by many retailers. The law represents an initiative towards safer and more transparent products that benefit public health and the environment.
Do you have a sweet tooth? Do you believe dessert really should come first? Well, you're in luck Bellingham has plenty of spots to satisfy your sweet tooth any time of day.
Every thirty-odd days, the Bellingham Circus Guild unfailingly fills with a familiar warmth. The smell of cologne, perfume, popcorn and warmth fills the air and a band of four older men in tweed and plaid, who go by the Poor Man’s Jug Band, play old-timey folk and roots music under a yellow light before the show begins.
The Whatcom Working Waterfront Foundation’s Northwest Maritime Apprenticeship is helping to fill a hole in the maritime industry. The four-year apprenticeship has three levels, each costing $1500 tuition. The program contains 12 subjects, including math, design and business practices.
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