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See Bellingham through a New Lens Local Non-profit makes it their Mission to help the Public Learn the Local Trails, Greenways and Park History

Recreation Northwest is helping locals and visitors alike get outside to explore Bellingham through a new perspective.“It’s the only program of its kind in Whatcom County,” says Executive Director, Todd…

Brigadoon Service 2021 Annual Auction

Brigadoon Service Dogs presents our 2021 Annual Auction. This year includes both a six-day Virtual Online Auction and a one-night In-Person Dinner Auction.Our online auction begins Monday morning, September 6,…

Mindport Exhibits in Downtown Bellingham is Open

Mindport is open for visitors!We have new hours: Tues-Sat; with one-hour reservation slots between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., for household groups or pods of up to 10 people. Admission…

Whatcom County Library System Wins Prestigious Library Marketing Award

The Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) is one of eight winners of the 2021 John Cotton Dana Award, which honors outstanding library public relations campaigns. Managed by the American Library…

DBP Announces 2021 Downtown Sounds Concert Series and Lineup

Award-winning concert series returns to Bay and Prospect StreetsAfter taking to a virtual format in 2020, the Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) is excited to announce that Downtown Sounds will return to Bay…

Emergency Ferry Service to Point Roberts to Stop with Reopening of US/Canada Border

With the announcement from the Canadian Government regarding the reopening of the US/Canada border to non-essential travel, Thursday, August 12th will be the final day of the Port’s emergency ferry service to…

Picnic with a Purpose: A week of drive-through cookouts and resource bag distributions for Whatcom County Seniors

Older adults throughout Whatcom County are invited to join the Whatcom Council on Aging (WCOA) and local senior centers for Picnic with a Purpose. The event, which replaces their annual…

“Pandemic Pivot” by a Community Events-based non-profit forced to shift away from its previous portfolio into new educational outdoor and nature programming

Recreation Northwest is now offering Outdoor Recreation & Nature Education programs for the public. Choose from a variety of beginner and intermediate level Classes & Tours of curated, outdoor educational…

Whatcom Working Waterfront Foundation Proudly Launches The Northwest Maritime Apprenticeship

The Whatcom Working Waterfront Foundation, an affiliate of the Working Waterfront Coalition of Whatcom County, proudly announces approval of the Northwest Maritime Apprenticeship program. The Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council…

Live Music Performances Return to Bellewood Farms

Live music is returning to Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms & Distillery as its eight-week Farmtunes series starts July 23.The free family-friendly outdoor concerts from 6-9 p.m. Fridays feature artists from…

Whatcom Community College's Inaugural Orca Golf Classic raises 40k for Student Athletes

Whatcom Community College’s first-ever golf tournament fundraiser raised $40,445 for the College’s seven athletic programs. A total of 33 teams and 132 golfers turned out for the Orca Golf Classic…

Beth Anna Margolis Exhibition Opening at Gallery Syre

Gallery Syre is proud to announce the first solo exhibition of local artist Beth Anna Margolis. The exhibition titled “Paintings Of My Life” will feature a selection of over 60 works…

Whatcom County Reached 70 Percent Vaccination Milestone

Today, Whatcom County reached the state target of 70% vaccination against COVID among Whatcom County residents ages 16 and older, becoming the fourth county in Washington to reach that mark, and…

Port Secures Cargo Crane to Help Create Jobs at the Bellingham Shipping Terminal

The Port of Bellingham’s modernization of the Bellingham Shipping Terminal marks a major milestone this week with the arrival of a 120 metric ton capacity Harbor Crane.The “Liebherr” brand Harbor…

To New Beginnings: Farewell From Morgan

In a letter titled, "To New Beginnings: Farewell From Morgan," the founder writes, "It’s bittersweet, but I’m choosing to leave for a few reasons. I moved in with my partner…

In-Person Docent-Led Tours Return to the Whatcom Museum

After a year and a half of closures or limited in-person capacity due to COVID-19, the Whatcom Museum is excited to bring back in-person docent-led tours of the exhibitions in…

Lighthouse Marine Park Campground Opening

Lighthouse Marine Park Campground will be open starting Friday, July 2nd. Reservations can be made starting June 30th at 9 a.m. However, because reservations must be made more than 48 hours in…

Port of Bellingham Marine Life Center to Host Litter Collection Event on July 23rd

The Marine Life Center is excited to announce a beach clean-up volunteer day on July 23rd! The MLC will provide all volunteers with hand sanitizer, gloves, and plastic bags or…

Chuckanut South Nut Tap Room Pints for Pokes

Chuckanut Brewery, Skagit Health Department and Artino Advistors will be rewarding all those who come for their first or second vaccination at Chuckanut’s South Nut location by offering to buy…

Drink Local First: Support local Growers and Businesses, Enjoy Refreshing Beverages, and Celebrate Plastic-Free July

Join Sustainable Connections as they Drink Local First to ring in the summer, support local businesses and farms, and celebrate Plastic-Free July. Follow them throughout the summer on social media to find…

Summer Entertainment Returns to Hotel Bellwether and Bellingham Bay

Hotel Bellwether is excited to announce that its iconic annual summer music series Blues, Brews and BBQ will return this summer every Thursday from July 1st to September 9th, with…

Whatcom County Library System's Carmi Parker Honored as one of 46 National Library Leaders

Whatcom County Library System employee Carmi Parker has been selected as one of 46 national library leaders in Library Journal’s 19th annual Movers & Shakers Awards. The prestigious honor shines a…

Whatcom Pride Hosting Inaugural Events

Whatcom Pride, a new organization, is taking on the mantle of organizing Pride events throughout Whatcom County. Whatcom Pride organized to fill a void in the community and to promote…

Oxford Collection of Hotels Recieve Eight 2021 AAA Inspector's Best of Housekeeping Awards

The family-owned, Bend, Oregon-based hotelier, the Oxford Collection of hotels, has announced that after comprehensive, on-site inspections, eight of their properties have been recognized with the 2021 AAA Inspector’s Best of Housekeeping award. This award is granted to…

Cascadia Celebrates Juneteenth with Children of the Civil Rights

For six years, from 1958 to 1964, a group of Black Oklahoma City children conducted sit-ins with their youth adviser, Clara Luper. In 1960, whites joined the peaceful protests, and…

New Whatcom Museum Exhibition Combines Traditional Folk and Contemporary Art in Reimagined Mexican Zodiac

The Whatcom Museum presents the opening of the exhibition “El Zodíaco Familiar.” Championed by Seattle-based ceramic artist George Rodriguez, the exhibition features new works by Rodriguez and thirteen collaborating artists…

Register Now for Week-long Online Chuckanut Writers Conference

The Chuckanut Writers Conference—a partnership of Village Books and Whatcom Community College’s (WCC) Community & Continuing Education program—is hosting CWC 2021 Online, a weeklong program of virtual creative writing events…

The Blast Over Bellingham Bay is Coming: Fourth of July Fireworks Display in the Works

The Port of Bellingham and Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce are bringing back one of Whatcom County’s favorite traditions, free fireworks display launched high over Bellingham Bay in honor of…

Smithsonian American Art Museum Announces a Nationally Touring Exhibition Re-Examining the American West Through Modern and Contemporary Art

Ideas about the American West, both in popular culture and in commonly accepted historical narratives, are often based on a past that never was, and fail to take into account…

Emergency Repair Outage Planned for Lummi Island Ferry on Wednesday, June 9

The Whatcom Chief will be out of service from 10:10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 9th, for repairs to the Gooseberry Point dock hydraulic system. The last maintenance outage revealed…

Herbs Ciderhouse Reopens June 4th at New Location

Herb’s Cider in Bellingham Washington, will reopen their tasting room this Friday, June 4th, at 4:00 p.m. Their new location is at their production facility: 3155 Mercer Ave, and has outdoor…

Whatcom Transportation Authority Introduces New On-Demand Van Service in Lynden

Starting June 13, 2021, Lynden residents or visitors can hail a ride anywhere in Lynden, on a Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) van called the Lynden Hop. Riders of the Lynden Hop…

Port of Bellingham Receives $100,000 from State Commerce For Additional Small Business Relief Grants

Starting the week of May 31, 2021 applications will open for another competitive grant program – called the Small Business Relief Program – which is designed to continue to provide…

Whatcom Museum Opens Two Historical Garment Exhibits at Old City Hall

The Whatcom Museum is excited to open two new exhibits at Old City Hall, in Downtown Bellingham, highlighting a selection of historical garments from the Museum’s collection spanning the 1800s…

Summer Camps at Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth (BAAY) is excited to welcome students back into their Downtown Bellingham building this summer. The “Home BAAYse” summer camps run July 5-16 and include a…

Origins and Evolutions: 5 Generations Clara “Grandma Joe” Anderson, David Syre, Amy Healy - Exhibition extended through June 26!

Due to the huge success of this exhibition, Gallery Syre in Bellingham is proud to announce the extension of Origins and Evolutions: 5 Generations until June 26, 2021.The Gallery is open to the…

Pride Month 2021 Events Begin Thursday June 3 at Thousand Acre Cider House

Venue Proud to Host Weekly Drag Show Series: “Queens of Cider with Betty Desire” Proceeds Benefit Whatcom PFLAG Chapter Thousand Acre Cider House, located at 109 Grand Ave Suite 101 in…

Father’s Day Car Show Offers Free Family Fun

More than 200 classic and modified cars and trucks are expected June 20 for the seventh-annual Father’s Day Car Show at Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms & Distillery. Presented from 9 a.m.…

Zeeks Pizza Bellingham to Open in Fountain District May 29th

Zeeks Pizza Bellingham is set to open to the public on May 29th. Located at 2416 Meridian St., Zeeks Pizza Bellingham will be the first Zeeks location in Whatcom County…

Whatcom Museum Offers In-Person Programs this Summer

The Whatcom Museum is excited to offer a variety of in-person summer programs and activities for people of all ages. From the return of a community art project in June…

Join Us for a Fun Volunteer Celebration in Birch Bay with Free Hats, Popsicles, Naturalist Walks, and a Beach Clean-up!

Low tides, free parking, guided naturalist beach walks, and free popsicles are just a few of the exciting things happening at Birch Bay State Park for the “Watershed Watchers: Day…

Park Facility and Shelter Reservation Update

In light of Governor Inslee’s announcement regarding an anticipated statewide reopening of Washington on June 30th, Whatcom County Parks is updating reservation information for park facilities and shelters. This information…

Economic Data Shows Tourism in Whatcom County Both Hit Hard by Pandemic—and in Position to Help

Direct travel spending in Whatcom County took a $174M hit in 2020, down 31.4% from 2019, with tourism-supported employment down 44%. In an industry that previously grew on average 3.7%…

Earthquake Early Warning System Now Live in Washington

At 8 a.m., May 4, the ShakeAlert® Earthquake Early Warning system went live in Washington state. There were no tests conducted at this time. “We’ve been working on this with our…

Skylark’s Hidden Cafe Opening Beer Garden with Live Music

A Fairhaven restaurant is meeting the demand for live music and safe socializing by launching a beer and wine garden Friday, May 28. Skylark’s Hidden Café, a favorite of local Bellingham…

Chuckanut Brewery Releases Maibock & Mosaic Leaf Pilsner

Spring has sprung and Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen is celebrating! Maibock (May Bock in German) and Mosaic Leaf Pilsner have been released on tap and in bottles in the Puget Sound…

Whatcom Think Local First Gift Card Program Study: Data Tracks 34% Overspend on Card Values and More in Support of Local Businesses During Pandemic Recovery

Data shows that when Think Local First gift card holders use cards at local merchants, they spend 34% more than the value of the card, explore new places, and value…

Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism Provides Free Education Seminar on Welcoming LGBTQ+ Visitors

Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism is kicking off its Tourism Education Series for 2021 with this important, FREE training opportunity for the Whatcom hospitality community. National industry educational experts, HospitableMe, will…

Port of Bellingham Adjusts Point Roberts Ferry Schedule

Beginning June 3rd, passenger-only ferry service will be offered by the Port free-of-charge on Mondays and Thursdays between Point Roberts Marina and the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, located at 355 Harris…

Whatcom Museum History Sunset Cruises Return this Summer

The Whatcom Museum is excited to bring back the annual History Sunset Cruises this summer after last year’s season was canceled due to Covid-19. Partnering again with San Juan Cruises for tour…

CASCADIA Invites You To Dinner And A Movie

Participants of this year's CASCADIA International Women's Film Festival can enjoy discounts and special offers at some of their favorite local Bellingham & Whatcom County restaurants while enjoying a selection…

$100,000 State Grant Assists Local Ferndale Company's Expansion

The Regional Economic Partnership (REP) at the Port of Bellingham is pleased to announce the Washington State Department of Commerce has. awarded the Port with a $100,000 economic development strategic…

Bellingham Festival of Music Announces Return to Live Concerts in 2021 Season at Western Washington University

The Bellingham Festival of Music (BFM) is delighted to announce that it will resume a season of live concerts following last year’s cancellation due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The modified…

Whatcom Transporation Authority's First Two Zero-Emission Buses Arrive in Whatcom County

Whatcom Transporation Authority (WTA) has been fielding calls and questions on social media, regarding sightings of big, blue, new, 100% electric buses on local Whatcom County roads. While not yet…

Photographer and Social Documentarian Matika Wilbur to Talk About “Seeds of Culture” at June 3 Presentation at Mount Baker Theatre

Melding powerful storytelling with video, photography and song, Matika Wilbur (Tulalip and Swinomish), will expand on her experiences photographing Native American women from across the hundreds of sovereign Nations she…

Totem Blessing at Village Point with Lummi Nation

On Saturday May 8, the House of Tears Carvers of the Lummi Nation will transport a 24-foot totem pole to Village Point Marina on Lummi Island, a stop on the…

City of Bellingham Seeks Tourism Grant Proposals for 2022 Events and Activities

The City of Bellingham is accepting applications for tourism promotion grants to promote eligible tourism and cultural activities in Bellingham during 2022. This grant cycle is partially supported by federal…

Rick Steves on the Future of Travel

With Europe signaling that vaccinated Americans may once again be welcome; will we be ready to go? Bellingham City Club hosts travel guru Rick Steves, who will intrigue us with…

Update on SR 20 - North Cascades Highway

The North Cascades Highway is scheduled to reopen on Wednesday, May 5 at 1 p.m. By end of day Thursday, April 29, the east side and west side crews met, and the…

Live Outdoor Music Series Kick-Off Friday May 7 at Thousand Acre Cider House

Thousand Acre Cider House, located at 109 Grand Ave Suite 101 in downtown Bellingham, will host local bands performing live music every weekend through Summer ’21 beginning Friday, May 7th.…

Old Dominion to Headline Northwest Washington Fair

Three-time ACM and CMA Vocal Group of the Year OLD DOMINION, presented by Manna Insurance Group, will take the stage as part of the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment…

Western Washington University has Eight Student-Athletes Earn GNAC Weekly Awards

It was a busy week of competition for the Western Washington University Vikings, and it was also successful with eight student-athletes earning Great Northwest Athletic Conference Athlete of the Week…

Columbia Hospitality Adds Fairhaven Village Inn to its Growing Portfolio

Northwest-based hospitality management and consulting company, Columbia Hospitality Inc., announced its new management and operating agreement with the Fairhaven Village Inn. Located in the heart of the Fairhaven Historical District…

Hampton Inn Opening with 98 Rooms Near Bellingham Airport on May 7

If you can successfully build and open a hotel during a pandemic, all future challenges tend to look doable. That’s the viewpoint of management for the Hampton Inn by Hilton…

Downtown Bellingham Partnership Announces “First Fridays”

The Downtown Bellingham Partnership has announced details for First Fridays, an expansion of the well-established monthly Art Walk program. As the name suggests, event celebrations occur on the first Friday of…

Washington Tourism Alliance Names Michelle Thana as Director of Marketing

The Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA) announced the addition of Michelle Thana to the newly created role of Director of Marketing, effective May 17, 2021. Thana will lead the organization’s consumer…

National Travel and Tourism Week 2021: Visit Bellingham | Whatcom County Celebrates the ‘Power of Travel’

National Travel and Tourism Week 2021 (May 2-8) spotlights the collective strength of the U.S. travel industry. National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), the annual celebration of the contributions of the…

North Cascades Institute is Open

The North Cascades Institute is happy to announce that they've reopened the Environmental Learning Center in the heart of North Cascades National Park. Their socially distanced Base Camp Learning &…

Whatcom Community College Virtual Events for College Month

High school students, parents, family members, and those interested in pursuing higher education are invited to learn more about Whatcom Community College at Whatcom V.E.I.W. (Virtual Interactive Experience Week) Monday,…

CASCADIA Film Festival Delivers A World Of Women’s Stories

CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival is gearing up for its 5th year of bringing exceptional films directed by women all over the world to viewers in Bellingham and beyond. The…

Workforce Training at The RE Store Provides In-demand Job Skills

The RE Store announces the expansion of their highly successful workplace training program, the Community Jobs Training Program. The new initiative, called the Revision Division Design-Build Training Institute, helps to…

2021 Northwest Washington Fair

“The Northwest Washington Fair is on,” says CEO Chris Pickering. Monday’s announcement follows an April 16 guidance update from Governor Inslee’s office allowing up to 9,000 guests at events around…

Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club Completes $3.8 Million in Critical Improvements

Semiahmoo Resort, Golf & Spa, in Blaine Washington, has made major capital improvements, allowing members and guests to enjoy enhanced facilities and a limited-time public play option. Members will continue…

$1 Ferry Fare Surcharge Begins May 17

A $1 surcharge on most ferry trips on the Whatcom Chief will begin on Monday, May 17. Student, needs-based, and qualified senior/disabled fares are exempt.All ferry punch cards purchased before…

Bellingham Symphony Orchestra Welcomes Jessica Choe & Demarre McGill

The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to be joined by pianist Jessica Choe and flautist Demarre McGill on May 9. "Jessica is an audience favorite, and there's good reason for that," says…

Whatcom Community College students to be recognized by Gov. Jay Inslee at virtual ceremony

Whatcom Community College (WCC) students Nathalie Belmore and Vi Nguyen will be recognized by Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee for their academic accomplishments at the virtual All-Washington Academic Team ceremony…

Western Washington University Viking Great Steinauer Inducted into Canadian Football Hall of Fame

Orlondo Steinauer, a consensus All-America football player at Western Washington University (WWU) in the mid-1990s and a member of the Vikings’ Athletic Hall of Fame, has been inducted into the…

Coffee Lovers Can Help Restore Forests this Earth Month with a Cup of Tony’s Coffee

For every online order placed during the month of April, Tony’s Coffee will plant one tree in Peru with the help of One Tree Planted, a non-profit organization that works…

Hotel Bellwether Appoints Christine Jenkins Director of Marketing and Sales

The Hotel Bellwether in, Bellingham Washington, is pleased to announce that Christine Jenkins has joined the executive team and been appointed the new Director of Marketing and Sales. In this role,…

Western Washington University Vikings Claim Spring Invitation title by 13 strokes

The Western Washington University women’s golf team recorded a 13-stroke team victory at the 2021 WWU Spring Invitational played Monday and Tuesday at Bellingham Golf & Country Club. The Vikings led…

County Executive Sidhu Delivers 2021 State of County Address

On Tuesday, April 6, Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu delivers his first State of the County address at the County Council meeting. “I am pleased to share that the State…

Whatcom Community College named “Voter Friendly Campus” by National Non-partisan Organization

Whatcom Community College has been designated a “Voter Friendly Campus” by national, non-partisan organizations Fair Elections Center’s Campus Vote Project and NASPA (Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education). WCC is…

Fluid Formations Glass Art Exhibition at the Whatcom Museum Presents Some of the Northwest’s Most Influential Artists

Celebrating a rich art community and traditions unique to the region, Fluid Formations: The Legacy of Glass in the Pacific Northwest opens April 10, 2021 at the Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher building, in…

Chuckanut Brewery Taps Skagit Tulip Ale

This year Skagit Valley is celebrating tulips and its breweries once again. The Skagit Farm to Pint Fest celebrates the tulips and beer that are products of the valley. Funds…

Increase in Vaccinations Leading to Growing Demand at Event Venues

The rapidly increasing number of people being vaccinated for COVID-19 is unleashing a backlog of demand for weddings, conferences, and family celebrations, according to one of Whatcom County’s largest indoor…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen Has New Spring Hours

Spring has sprung and Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham and Burlington is taking notice. With all the sunshine we’re getting this spring, Chuckanut is opening seven days a week at both…

Adventures Northwest Magazine Celebrates 15 Years

Adventures Northwest Publishing marks its 15th Anniversary with a special summer edition to be published May 24, 2021. The Bellingham-based quarterly, which has featured contributions from such internationally respected writers as…

A Celebration of Volunteerism in Whatcom County

Everyone is invited to celebrate the impact of local volunteers in a virtual celebration hosted by the Volunteer Center of Whatcom County on Thursday, April 22 as a part of…

Inn at Lynden Fun For All Hotel Special

The Inn at Lynden, a 35-room boutique hotel located in downtown Lynden, is encouraging folks to escape the doldrums of many months of isolation, get out of the house and…

The Whatcom Museum's Family Interactive Gallery Reopening

The Whatcom Museum is excited to announce that after a year of closure, the Family Interactive Gallery (FIG), inside the Lightcatcher building, is ready to welcome visitors back. During our closure, we've…

Whatcom County Council Passes Ferry Fare Surcharge Ordinance

On Tuesday, March 23, the Whatcom County Council unanimously passed, with the support of the Lummi Island Ferry Advisory Committee, a $1 surcharge on most ferry fares. The surcharge will begin later…

Bellair Airporter Shuttle Adding a 6th Daily Round-Trip Shuttle Between Bellingham And Sea-Tac Airport

As the demand for travel continues to increase, Bellair Airporter Shuttle is turning the key and firing up a sixth daily round-trip shuttle trip between Bellingham and Sea-Tac Airport beginning…

“Sylvia Rising” GoFundMe Campaign

The Sylvia Center for the Arts (Sylvia Center) is raising funds to help expand and sustain the arts community in Whatcom County by implementing the following through the “Sylvia Rising”…

The Bellingham Farmers Market Kicks Off Its 29th Season

The Bellingham Farmers Market kicks off its 29th season this year on April 3rd at Depot Market Square in Downtown Bellingham! Although some things continue to look different because of…

Washington State COVID-19 Status Report

Gov. Jay Inslee today rescinded his November 2020 Travel Advisory and is advising Washingtonians and others visiting Washington to comply with the Center for Disease Control’s current COVID-19 travel advisory…

Port of Bellingham to Significantly Reduce Carbon Footprint by Switching to 100% Carbon-Free Electricity

The Port of Bellingham is now receiving 100% renewable energy for its Bellingham operations as part of Puget Sound Energy’s (PSE) Green Direct program and will reduce greenhouse gas emissions…

Outdoor Park Shelter’s and Picnic Areas Opening for Reservations

Whatcom County Parks will begin taking reservations for outdoor park shelters and picnic areas beginning Monday, March 29th at 9 a.m. Reservations will be accepted for groups of 75 people or…

Bellingham Symphony Orchestra Features Oboe Legend Alex Klein!

Alex Klein, master of the oboe, joins the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra - virtually - on April 11 at 1:00 p.m. "What can I say about Alex that hasn't already been said.…

David Syre’s Art Can Now be Enjoyed at Hotel Bellwether

David Syre, a Bellingham local, inspired by his travels, subconscious mind, and nature, brings his imagination to life through his large-scale acrylic paintings, sculptures, and art installations. His bold lines…

Restaurants Reducing Waste and Giving Free Dining Kits with To-Go Orders

Sustainable Connections announces a new program to help Whatcom County restaurants provide alternatives to plastic utensils, individually packaged condiments, Styrofoam, and other single-use items often used with to-go orders. The…

Washington Restaurant and Hospitality Workers Petition Governor for Vaccines

Thousands of Washington Restaurant and Hospitality Workers and supporters sign the petition to ask the Governor: Please give us access to the vaccine along with other essential workers. Restaurants in…

Southwest Airlines announces intention to serve Myrtle Beach, S.C., Eugene, ORE., and Bellingham, Wash., in 2021

Southwest Airlines Co. announced an intention to bring the flexibility and value of Southwest Airlines to three new airports in 2021, including Bellingham International Airport. Southwest Airlines Chairman and CEO Gary Kelly today…

Teen Artists From Whatcom County Featured In Print and Online Publication

The Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) is celebrating talented young artists in the Whatcom community with the release of its 15th annual teen art anthology, Whatcomics. Teens submit artwork in…

Port of Bellingham Adds Six New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

The Port of Bellingham has added six new electric vehicle charging stations in Fairhaven and downtown Bellingham for increased convenience to electric vehicle owners in Whatcom County and visitors traveling…

Learn How to “Staycate Like Squatch” and Win $100 Gift Card!

Sustainable Connections and Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism have teamed up to showcase what Whatcom County has to offer this spring. For those looking to plan spring break getaways, the organizations…

Reservations Opening for Group Camp at Silver Lake Park

Reservations for Group Camp at Silver Lake Park in Whatcom County will open at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 18th. Please call the Parks Administrative Office to make your reservation…

State Parks to Reopen Many Group Camps, Other Facilities Across the State

With all of Washington moving to Phase 2 of the Governor’s Roadmap to Recovery, Washington State Parks announced today that many group camps, day-use rental shelters, interpretive centers and historic facilities…

Inslee announces statewide move to Phase 3 of recovery plan, return to spectator events and Tier 2 vaccine eligibility

Gov. Jay Inslee today announced that Healthy Washington: Roadmap to Recovery will be transitioning from a regional approach to a county-by-county evaluation process. The governor also announced a new third…

Free family activities highlighting Easter weekend at Bellewood Farms

A spring weekend full of family activities and entertainment will be featured April 3-4 during the Easter Celebration at Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms & Distillery. Live music, apple bin tractor rides…

BAAY Welcomes New Leadership Team

After a year of transition, reflection, and collaborative visioning, Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth is excited to welcome Olivia Theilemann as BAAY's new Artistic Director and Juliette Machado as its…

Community Vaccination Center Open to Public, First Clinic March 13

After conducting a successful pilot Saturday, March 6, the Community Vaccination Center at Bellingham Technical College opens to the Whatcom County public this week and will be accepting appointments beginning…

Washington again ranked #1 state in National report

Washington state was ranked as the best state in the nation by U.S. News & World Report in a new report released Monday night. Washington has held the top ranking since 2019. The…

Book the Newly Renovated Bellwether Ballroom

Hotel Bellwether, in Bellingham Washington, is excited to announce its brand new expansion of its destination ballroom. Book your premier waterfront event now in this new space ready for 2021…

COVID-19 Testing Site at NW WA Fairgrounds Closed on Saturdays

Effective immediately, the COVID-19 testing site run by the Whatcom County Health Department (WCHD) and Whatcom Unified Command (WUC) at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden, Washington, will no longer…

Whatcom READS announces 2022 book selection

The novel Greenwood by Canadian author Michael Christie is the Whatcom READS 2022 book selection. The announcement was made at the close of a March 4 event featuring Esi Edugyan,…

Chuckanut Brewery Celebrates St Patrick’s Day

Corned Beef, Cabbage, Stout, Irish music, these are all-time favorites on St Patrick’s Day at Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham, Washington. This year Chuckanut Brewery will be celebrating with joy St…

Moving Forward with a Divided Electorate

Bellingham City Club welcomes special guest speaker James Fallows for its March 24 meeting. Attendees will enjoy the erudite Fallows addressing how our nation can move beyond the partisan divide…

Hertz Trail Temporarily Closed

As of March 9, 2020, the Hertz Trail at Lake Whatcom Park is now open. The Hertz Trail was closed last week around the 1.25-mile marker due to an active…

Whatcom Museum to Show Exhibition Seeds of Culture: The Portraits and Stories of Native American Women

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, Wash. presents a new exhibition, “Seeds of Culture: The Portraits and Stories of Native American Women,” by Matika Wilbur, a photographer from the Tulalip and Swinomish…

Western Washington University Men's Golf Announces 2020-21 Spring Schedule

The Western Washington University Men’s Golf program is set to open the 2020-21 season next week, beginning a five-tournament spring schedule. WWU Director of Golf Luke Bennett has announced the four-tournament regular-season slate…

The next free day at Washington State Parks is March 19

Washington State Parks invites visitors to help celebrate the agency’s 108th birthday on Friday, March 19, by enjoying a state park for free that day. March 19 is the third of…

Lightning Strikes Again at SPARK Museum

The SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, one of Whatcom County’s most popular indoor tourist attractions, reopened to the general public on Saturday, February 20, 2021. “We are thrilled to be…

Eat Local First Launches Meet Your Community Supported Agriculture Campaign Connecting You to Farms in Washington

With the 2021 growing season underway the Eat Local First Collaborative announces the launch of its Meet Your CSA Farmer campaign now through March 31, 2021. The campaign features a…

The Whatcom Museum Reopens March 4 & Upcoming Programs

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, Washington is excited to be reopening at 25% capacity beginning Thursday, March 4, 2021. Their new days/hours of operation will be Thursday through Sunday from…

Bellingham Farmers Market Mural

The Bellingham Farmers Market wants to bring a farmers market mural to Depot Market Square. For almost 30 years, the farmers market has provided a place for farmers, food producers,…

Whatcom County Library System buildings will reopen to the public March 1

Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) buildings will reopen to the public Monday, March 1, 2021. The county libraries will have modified services, limited hours, and entry requirements for in-person visits…

Evidence for B.1.1.7 Coronavirus Variant found In Whatcom County

Whatcom County Health Department was notified yesterday afternoon by the Washington State Department of Health that the first confirmed case of the COVID-19 virus variant B.1.1.7, commonly known as the…

New Interactive Experience To Light Up Downtown Bellingham

On Friday March 5th, PROJECT WE BEAM will light up downtown Bellingham and living rooms everywhere with an interactive art installation for all ages! The hybrid virtual and socially-distanced outdoor…

Western Washington University Women's Basketball Announces Six-Game Schedule

The Western Washington University women’s basketball program has set a six-game schedule with the team taking the court for the first time in the 2020-21 season this weekend. Head coach Carmen Dolfo has…

Port of Bellingham Marine Life Center Re-opens!

The Port of Bellingham’s Marine Life Center will reopen for appointment visits on March 1st 2021! You can stay up to date on Marine Life Center news at or by…

Canada makes Border Exemption for Point Roberts Residents

Gov. Jay Inslee announced today that Canada will not require COVID-19 testing for Point Roberts residents who travel through Canada for essential services. Land access to Point Roberts, located south…

Doppelbock 2021 Released by Chuckanut Brewery

Each year, around Valentine’s Day, Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen releases Doppelbock (double Bock), a rich malty lager aged more than 9 weeks and usually up to 3 months. The long…

Cascadia Film Festival Delivers a World of Women’s Stories

5th annual festival is bringing home the full festival experience! CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival is gearing up for its 5th year of bringing quality films directed by women all over…

Whatcom County Health Department to Host COVID-19 Media Briefing

Whatcom County Health Department will hold a media briefing at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, through the GoToMeeting video conferencing platform. Representatives from Whatcom County Health Department will…

2021 Ski to Sea Postponed until 2022

As Ski to Sea racers and enthusiasts may know, Whatcom Events has been reviewing possible routes to put on a 2021 race. These efforts have included adoption of a race plan under…

A Golden Elixir that Connects You To the Earth

Where does your food come from? Yes, most of it comes from the grocery store, but what about the ingredients in those packaged products? As a small business passionate about…

Whatcom County Health Department Partners with Northwest Laboratories to Open New COVID-19 Testing Site in Bellingham

The Whatcom County Health Department has partnered with Northwest Laboratory to open a new drive-through testing site in Bellingham starting Monday, Feb. 15. The new community testing site will be…

Whatcom County Moves to Phase 2 of the Healthy Washington - Roadmap to Recovery Plan

Bellingham, WA - Data released today by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) enables the North Region, which includes Whatcom County, to move to Phase 2 of the Healthy…

Introducing Bike Northwest in Bellingham Washington

Craving open space free of zoom and awkward digital interactions? Take a safe, behind-the-scenes bicycle journey into our earth and sea, food systems, and cultures with Experience International's new tours…

Chuckanut Brewery Releases Italian Pilsner

After being invited to take part in two Pils & Love Festivals north of Milan, Italy at Birrificio Italiano and drinking Italian style Pilsner Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen, in Bellingham…

Bellingham City Club Presents Covid Vaccines Webinar

Bellingham City Club hosts two expert panelists to answer our community’s questions about the Covid-19 vaccine and its rollout. This free online program will be presented via Zoom on Wednesday,…

Eat Local First Collaborative Launches CSA Finder to Connect Consumers

The Eat Local First Collaborative announces the launch of a new Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Finder to help consumers in Washington State search for and learn about CSA near them,…

Find Sweet Treats with the Sweet Sixteen!

Sustainable Connections is proud to announce The Sweet Sixteen, a specially curated list of sixteen sweet treats from locally-owned Whatcom County businesses. From tried-and-true favorite desserts like tiramisu from D’Anna’s Café…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen February Specials

Superbowl is just around the corner and to make it a fun day Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen is offering free delivery of beer and food from 1-6 p.m. on Sunday,…

Whatcom Women in Business seeks nominations for the 2021 “Professional Woman of the Year” and “Community Legacy Award"

The Professional Woman of the Year (PWOTY) award is a unique recognition opportunity, honoring the incredible contributions of local Whatcom County women in business. Every year, the Whatcom Women of…

Hotel Bellwether’s Lighthouse Bar & Grill Extend Hours- Open Seven Days a Week

Hotel Bellwether’s Lighthouse Bar & Grill is proud to begin offering a premier waterfront dining experience seven days a week as we reopen our doors for lunch and dinner service…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen's Kaffee Dunkel Lager is Now Available

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen is excited about the release of a new Kaffee Dunkel Coffee Lager in collaboration with Tony’s Coffee, also located in Bellingham Washington and an internationally recognized…

Daytime Road Closure Notice for Lake Whatcom Boulevard Feb. 2-4, 2021

The Whatcom County Public Works Department will close Lake Whatcom Boulevard between Lake Louise Rd and Cain Lake/South Bay Rd from 9:00am to 3:00pm on Tuesday, February 2, through Thursday, February…

Whatcom County Health Department to Host COVID-19 Media Briefing

Whatcom County Health Department will hold a media briefing at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021 through the GoToMeeting video conferencing platform. Representatives from Whatcom County Health Department will give…

Hertz Trail in Whatcom County is Temporarily Closed

Update: As of February 1, 2021, The Hertz Trail at Lake Whatcom Park is now open. The Hertz Trail was closed around the 1.25-mile marker due to a landslide. Whatcom…

Celebrate National Plan for Vacation Day with Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism

As part of the National Plan for Vacation Day on Tuesday, January 26, Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism (BWCT) is helping you plan your next vacation to Whatcom County! National Plan for…

Bellingham Local Amy Cochran in State-Wide Art Competition

Pacific Northwest artist Amy Cochran, who currently lives in Bellingham Washington, has been chosen for inclusion in the 2021 CVG Show in Bremerton’s Collective Visions Gallery. The annual CVG Show is…

Tony’s Coffee Celebrates 50 Year Anniversary with Commemorative Blend, Climate Challenge, and Coffee Giveaways

Tony’s Coffee, in Bellingham Washington, recently named 2021 Roaster of the Year, has another big company milestone to celebrate—50 years of roasting delicious craft coffee and espresso. To commemorate this milestone year, the…

Statement by Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu in Response to Attack on U.S. Capitol

"Whatcom County has lowered its flags to half-mast in honor of the Capitol police officers and others who died as a result of the insurrection and attack on democracy inspired…

Whatcom County Health Department To Host COVID-19 Media Briefing

Whatcom County Health Department will hold a media briefing at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021 through the GoToMeeting video conferencing platform. Representatives from Whatcom County Health Department will…

Ferry Increased Weight Limits for Personal Vehicles on Jan. 1

On January 1, 2021, the Whatcom County Ferry Division increased the maximum gross vehicle weight for personal vehicles on the Whatcom Chief from 8,000 lbs to 11,000 lbs. The increased…

Western Washington University Alum and NFL Veteran Matt Overton is the latest guest on Viking Voices Podcast

Former Western Washington University football player and current Tennessee Titan Matt Overton is the latest guest on the Viking Voices Podcast. The NFL veteran, who played football for the Bellingham Vikings from 2005-06, will…

COVID-19 Virus Activity Higher than Ever, Officials Urge Immediate Action

Whatcom County has entered new, uncharted and dangerous COVID-19 territory. Since Dec. 30 cases have risen very rapidly, faster than ever before. There’s a high risk of the virus spreading…

Announcing the Winners of Visit Bellingham Whatcom County's Holiday Gingerbread Contest

Thank you to Whatcom County bakers who submitted holiday gingerbread creations for the virtual contest from Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism! We have two winners to announce who shared joy from…

Gallery Syre Presents Origins and Evolutions: 5 Generations

Gallery Syre, in Bellingham Washington, is proud to announce the upcoming exhibition Origins and Evolutions: 5 Generations to open to the public on January 26, 2021. Inspired by Clara Anderson, known to the…

Western Washington University Cheer to Conduct Virtual Clinics in 2021

The Western Washington University Cheerleading program, located in Bellingham Washington, will host four Virtual Cheer Clinics on Saturdays through the month of April. Dates for the virtual clinics which will run…

Gov. Jay Inslee announces one-week extension of statewide restrictions

Gov. Jay Inslee today announced a one-week extension of the "Stay Safe–Stay Healthy" proclamation, along with the statewide restrictions imposed. The extension of the statewide restrictions will now expire on January…

Whatcom Community College Foundation announces successful completion to $2.5 million Igniting Futures campaign

The Whatcom Community College (WCC) Foundation, in Bellingham Washington, concluded its Igniting Futures campaign this month, successfully raising $2.5 million for scholarships and college programs. While the campaign began before…

Jeff Bezos pledges an additional $25 million in matching funds to support COVID-19 relief efforts in Washington

Pledge ensures all gifts to Whatcom Community Foundation’s Resilience Fund will be matched dollar for dollar through the end of 2020 All In Washington, a statewide COVID-19 relief effort, today announced…

Launching Soon: The Maritime Washington National Heritage Area

Starting in January, the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation will work with coastal communities throughout the state to chart a course for the new Maritime Washington National Heritage Area. Officially…

Join ‘Club Nut’ at Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in Bellingham, Washington is bringing a VIP Lounge experience to your house this winter! The newly created Club Nut is taking sign-ups starting today (Dec. 18)…

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth offers Online Arts Classes for Kids and Teens in 2021

Introducing Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth winter online classes for kids and teens! BAAY’s team is committed to meeting the emotional and creative needs of young people by fostering connection,…

Bellingham International Airport Restrooms Are Now Touchless

The Port of Bellingham has recently completed upgrading all terminal restrooms at Bellingham International Airport with touchless technology sink faucets and toilets. Furthermore, touchless paper towel dispensers and soap dispensers…

Whatcom READS Invites you to 2021's Online Events and Book Discussions

Whatcom READS, Bellingham and Whatcom County’s annual countywide book club, kicks off 2021 with a thought-provoking slate of programs inspired by this year’s featured title, Washington Black by award-winning author Esi Edugyan.…

Kulshan Announces Beer Shipping Program for Washingtonians

Kulshan Brewing Company, located in Bellingham Washington, is now shipping their canned offerings statewide to bring more craft beer to the people. The brewery is offering several of their award-winning…

Whatcom County Health Department to Hold COVID-19 Media Briefing

Whatcom County Health Department will hold a media briefing at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 through the GoToMeeting video conferencing platform. Erika Lautenbach, director of the Whatcom County Health…

AHLA Statement on Problem Solvers Caucus Bill

The following is a statement from Chip Rogers, president and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, on the bipartisan, bicameral COVID-19 relief proposal released today by the Problem…

Join in a Safe Way to Share Holiday Joy from Your Kitchen: Calling all Whatcom Gingerbread Artists!

Whatcom County bakers are invited to participate in two virtual ways to share their festive gingerbread creations and the joy from their kitchens this holiday. Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism: #BEGingerFestive Bellingham Whatcom…

Applications Open for New Round of State Working Washington Business Grants

Small businesses struggling to survive the impact of COVID-19 can apply now for up to $20,000 in a new round of $50 million in state Working Washington grants. Priority is…

Port of Bellingham Holiday Port Festival and Gingerbread Competition

The Holiday Port Festival looks a lot different this year with new procedures to protect public health from the Covid pandemic. The Dome Room upstairs at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal has…

Western Washington University Athletics Earns NCAA Presidents' Award for Academic Excellence

For the third time in the last four years, the Western Washington University Department of Athletics has earned the prestigious NCAA Presidents’ Award for Academic Excellence. WWU’s student-athletes recorded an Academic…

Satori Changes Name To Piece of Mind Cannabis, Shares Plans for the Future

Satori has made a name for itself as downtown Bellingham’s only cannabis store, and by focusing on the medical marijuana community. Now the company is looking to the future by going…

Washington State Department of Commerce Opening Applications for Round of Emergency Funding to Small Businesses

Starting the week of November 30, 2020 applications will open for another competitive grant program – called Working Washington Small Business Emergency Grants (WWSBEG) 3.0 – which is designed to…

Free photos with Santa, local trees being offered at Bellewood Farms

Free photos with Santa, locally grown and cut Christmas trees, nine different homemade pies and a new cinnamon-flavored vodka are featured Dec. 2-24 at Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms & Distillery. Gifts…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen Taps New Single Hop Lager

Chuckanut Brewery is constantly trying to learn more about the ingredients used in the beers brewed. Single Hop Lager has been an opportunity for award-winning Chuckanut to master their knowledge…

Whatcom County Board of Health Adopts Resolution Recognizing Racism as a Public Health Crisis

At its meeting on Tuesday, November 24, the Whatcom County Council, acting as the Health Board, passed a resolution affirming that racism constitutes a public health crisis in Whatcom County,…

Whatcom County Library System Closes Library Buildings

Effective Monday, Nov. 23, 2020, Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) buildings will be closed to the public. WCLS staff made the decision to close library buildings after consulting with Whatcom…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen Fall Schedule

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen is figuring out how to safely handle service during the fall for its guests and staff. With that in mind Chuckanut has decided to offer delivery…

Spend, Gift, and Support Whatcom County Local Businesses During COVID-19

A collection of Whatcom County economic development agencies is proud to announce two new tools to help Whatcom County residents support local businesses: Whatcom Think Local First Gift Card and…

Legislators From All Four Caucuses Pledge Urgent Relief for Washington’s Hospitality Industry in the 2021 Legislative Session

Washington Hospitality Association President and CEO Anthony Anton was joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers from across the state in a press conference today (Nov. 23) to commit to…

Whatcom County Health Department Moves COVID-19 Testing Out of the Weather

Low-barrier, community COVID-19 testing through the Whatcom County Health Department (WCHD) and Whatcom Unified Command (WUC) will soon be provided at a new location at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in…

2021 Northwest Washington Fair Concerts Go On Sale Dec 1

The Northwest Washington Fair, in Lynden Washington, is about to launch their biggest sale event ever, releasing tickets for three grandstand shows, gate admission, season passes and unlimited ride carnival…

Downtown Bellingham Partnership Announces 2020 Holiday Happenings

The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) has announced today plans for the 2020 holiday season in Downtown Bellingham with activities ranging from an Online Marketplace, to new Destination Downtown itineraries, to Santa Sightings and more. “This season it's…

Thanksgiving at the Hotel Bellwether and Lighthouse Grill

Hotel Bellwether and Lighthouse Grill in Bellingham has re-announced their Thanksgiving 2020 plans and updated operations due to COVID-19 mandates. A new mandate to remove indoor dining by Wednesday, November 18…

Give the gift of Comfort and Joy with the Inn at Lynden

The Inn at Lynden, a 35-room boutique hotel located in the historic Waples Mercantile Building, in downtown Lynden, has announced a repeat of their very popular promotion from last year. The Comfort…

Taco Tuesday at Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen

It’s Tuesday and today starts Taco Tuesday at Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in Bellingham. We’ve got so many great beers that go with tacos we thought it only makes sense…

Whatcom Museum Temporarily Closed

In response to Gov. Inslee's recent COVID-19 restrictions, the Whatcom Museum campus will be closed Nov. 16 through Dec. 15, 2020, or until further notice. As a public gathering space, the health…

Gov. Jay Inslee announces statewide restrictions, Nov 16 -Dec 14

Gov. Jay Inslee today announced a four-week statewide set of restrictions in response to the recent rapid spread of the COVID-19 virus in Washington and across the country. The new restrictions…

Gov. Jay Inslee issues travel advisory for Washington

Gov. Jay Inslee issued a travel advisory for Washington today, recommending a 14-day quarantine for interstate and international travel and asks residents to stay close to home. Inslee joined California Gov. Gavin…

Outdoor Holiday Decorations and Large “Snow Globe” Coming to the Bellingham Cruise Terminal December 3-25

The Bellingham Cruise Terminal will welcome in the winter holidays with a stunning outdoor viewing experience including lights, decorations and a “snow globe” holiday scene as seen through the windows…

Whatcom County Health Department offers holiday gathering guidance during COVID-19

Earlier this year, in the weeks following holiday weekends and events, cases of COVID-19 spiked around the state and the nation. In an attempt to head off a similar surge…

Celebrate The Mount Baker Theatre's Movie Palace Roots with the Return of Films to the Main Stage Screen

Mount Baker Theatre’s Movie Palace Holiday Classic film series kicks off the day after Thanksgiving! Join us for a different holiday movie every Friday at 7:00 p.m. from November 27…

41st Annual Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts

Kick off this holiday season with the 41st Annual Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts. Featuring the work of over 100 local artisans and craftspeople, you can shop in…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen Releases Polish “Grodziskie” Lager

Little known historic Polish Lager “Grodziskie” is a beer Chuckanut brewers fell in love with and decided to brew several years ago. It was a huge hit and has taken…

Mindport Exhibits presents Habitats in the Sound

Song for Five Zones is a collaboration between artists Sasha Petrenko, Cynthia Camlin and their students in the Department of Art and Art History at Western Washington University. Song for…

Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism Welcomes New Marketing Director

Amy Guerra has been hired by Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism as the new marketing director. Guerra brings over 30 years of marketing experience with a specific focus on travel and…

Monthly Lummi Island Ferry Punch Card Sales Resume November 4, 2020

Whatcom County’s Ferry Division will resume monthly punch card sales with a November sale from 5:20 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. Wednesday, November 4, at the ferry office, located at the…

Whatcom County Library System buildings now open with modified services

Whatcom County Library System buildings are now open to the public with modified services, limited hours, and entry requirements for in-person visits in accordance with Washington’s Safe Start plan. Library staff encourage…

Former Western Washington University All-American Courtney Olsen Turns Pro

Former Western Washington University All-American and Bellingham native Courtney Olsen has announced that she is turning pro. The former Viking distance runner All-American will be turning pro with sponsorship from shoe company HOKA…

Kulshan Brings Summer into Winter with a new Fruited IPA Series

Drawing off a love for IPAs, Kulshan Brewing Company, in Bellingham Washington, is having some fun with a new, energetic Fruited IPA Series. The first of this series, Tropical…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen Releases Galaxy Wheat Ale

Deep golden, bready with tropical fruit flavors, Chuckanut’s Brewery & Kitchen new Galaxy Wheat Ale is out of this world and on tap around Northwest Washington and Oregon! Galaxy Wheat…

Best Western Plus Bellingham honored for COVID-19 Safety

The Best Western Plus Bellingham recently was honored for its COVID-19 protocols and exemplary cleanliness. Best Western Hotels and Resorts chose the 132-room Best Western Plus Bellingham out of approximately 300…

Tony’s Coffee Wins National “Roaster of the Year” Award by Roast Magazine

Tony’s Coffee in Bellingham, Washington was just named by Roast Magazine the “2021 Macro Roaster of the Year.” This prestigious industry award recognizes product excellence, sustainability practices, industry leadership, roasting innovation,…

Chuckanut Brewery Wins 3 Medals at the 2020 Great American Beer Festival

The Great American Beer Festival just announced that Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen has won 3 medals for their lager beers in 2020. The virtual festival this year had over 8,800…

Countywide partnership continues grant program to support Whatcom County childcare providers

The City of Bellingham and Whatcom County will offer a second round of CARES funding to licensed childcare providers. The countywide collaborative program, Whatcom ReStart, will issue up to $700,000 for…

Port of Bellingham Secures $6.85 Million Federal Grant in Support of Working Waterfront

The Port of Bellingham has been awarded a $6.85 Million U.S. Department of Transportation Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) Grant to upgrade the Bellingham Shipping Terminal, increase trade and commerce,…

Bellingham Dockside Market coming to Bellingham October 17

Bellingham SeaFeast is joining forces with local fishermen, the Port of Bellingham, and the Working Waterfront Coalition of Whatcom County to launch the Bellingham Dockside Market. Bellingham Dockside Market will serve as…

Hotel Bellwether named "Best of the Northwest" By Bellingham Alive Magazine

The Hotel Bellwether is thrilled to be honored as this year’s Best Lodging in North Sound Life’s ‘Best of the Northwest 2020’ featured in Bellingham Alive Magazine! The Hotel Bellwether…

Gov. Jay Inslee announces updates to Safe Start reopening plan

On Tuesday, October 6, 2020, Gov. Jay Inslee announced several updates to Washington's Safe Start reopening plan. The changes seek to align guidance and adjustments to regulations of several industries. "We’re doing this…

Bellingham Symphony Orchestra's Innovative 45th Season Begins October 11, 2020

The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra is proud to be at the forefront of virtual concerts by presenting their online season, Second Sundays: At Home with the BSO. "The BSO is concerned with…

Kyle Nelson is Named Hotel Bellwether's Community Hero of the Week

Hotel Bellwether has named Kyle Nelson this week's "Community Hero of the Week" for his dedication and passion for the Bellingham Police Department. The Hotel Bellwether is continuing their program of…

Whatcom County Little Caesar locations support Boys & Girls Club through Little Cheesers Campaign

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County is glad to announce over 30 years of a fruitful partnership with Whatcom County Little Caesars locations. All six locations participate in…

Grant program for City of Bellingham food and beverage businesses impacted by COVID-19

Applications are now being accepted for a competitive grant program specifically designed to support food and beverage businesses in Bellingham’s City Center and Fairhaven districts. Complete applications must be received…

Whatcom County Parks Opening Day of Reservations for 2021

Camping and cabin reservations for Silver Lake Park in Whatcom County for 2021 will open to the public on December 1, 2020 at 9 a.m. Camping reservations can be made online at https://secure.itinio.com/whatcom/silver-lake or…

Travelers Seek COVID Safety Precautions from Lodging Operators

According to the most recent Longwoods International tracking study of American travelers, clear safety and cleanliness protocols matter to Americans when considering where to stay on their upcoming trips. Lodging…

Virtual Viking Night 2020 Set for October 8

The Western Washington University Department of Athletics has announced that the annual Viking Night Fundraiser will be held virtually in 2020, with KeyBank again serving as the title sponsor of the event…

Bridget Reeves is Named Hotel Bellwether's Community Hero of the Week

Hotel Bellwether has named Bridget Reeves this week's "Community Hero of the Week" for her dedication and passion for contributing to the Lighthouse Mission. The Hotel Bellwether is continuing their new…

Next Washington State Parks free day is Oct. 10

Washington State Parks invites visitors to enjoy a state park for free on Saturday, Oct. 10, in recognition of World Mental Health Day. In. Whatcom County this includes Larrabee State Park, Birch…

Cloud Mountain Farm Center Pivots to Online Nursery Sales and Tasting Boxes

Cloud Mountain Farm Center announces their plans to celebrate the harvest season this October in a safe and healthy way. Instead of holding their annual Fall Fruit Festival, the farm…

Campfires Banned in All Portions of North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area

Update: Effective Friday, September 25, the burn ban on all lands within North Cascades National Park Service Complex is lifted. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds in…

Bellingham Training & Tennis Manager Recognized with Prestigious Award at World Conference

Robin Robertson of the Bellingham Training and Tennis Club, located in the Historic Fairhaven District, was selected as “Manager of the Year” for Large Facility by the United States Professional…

Whatcom County COVID-19 Cases On The Rise, Risk Remains High

The number of COVID-19 cases in Whatcom County is not trending in the right direction. Whatcom County has seen an increase of new cases over the last two weeks, defying…

4th Annual Whatcom Housing Week Addresses Inequalities in Neighborhoods & Housing

The Whatcom Housing Alliance announces the fourth annual Whatcom Housing Week, October 12 – 16. Housing Week aims to build awareness and support for innovative housing solutions that create diverse, vibrant, and healthy homes for…

Chuckanut Brewery Releases Bottled Fest Bier

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen is happy to announce that the 2019 Great American Beer Festival (GABF) Bronze Medal Fest Bier is now available in bottles. Golden and super drinkable this…

Erika Wendal is Named Hotel Bellwether's Community Hero of the Week

Hotel Bellwether has named Erika Wendal as their fifth recipient of their Community Hero of the Week Award for her commitment to the Hospice House. The Hotel Bellwether is continuing their…

Read Thirst and attend virtual events with author Heather “Anish” Anderson Oct. 1 - 10, 2020

Looking for inspiration during this time at home? Whatcom County Library System’s Read & Share has the solution. For its second annual countywide reading program, WCLS staff selected thru-hiking legend…

Whatcom Community College awarded $1.2 million to expand student support services

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Whatcom Community College more than $1.2 million for a new TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) grant. Over the next five years, the grant…

City of Bellingham time-limited parking enforcement resumes October 1

In March, enforcement of time-limited parking was put on hold due to the emerging pandemic. With the return of people to Downtown Bellingham and Fairhaven districts to shop, dine and…

Alcoa Intalco Works to be Honored at October 7 Business Conservation Leaders Livestream Event

Whatcom Land Trust will host a virtual live-stream event and award the Bob Keller Business Conservation Leadership Award to Alcoa Intalco Works on Wednesday, October 7 from 8:00-8:30 a.m. Everyone…

Ben and Amy Wheeler Named Hotel Bellwether Community Hero of the Week

Hotel Bellwether has named Ben and Amy Wheeler this week's "Community Hero of the Week" Award for their selflessness and compassion of fostering three children during the pandemic. The Hotel Bellwether…

City of Bellingham starting Samish-Maple-Ellis-York Corridor Road Construction Project to Improve Travel

All users of the Samish-Maple-Ellis-York street corridors - pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers - will see significant traffic impacts in fall 2020 as construction begins along ¾ mile of the Samish-Maple-Ellis…

Fall 2020 Arts Courses at Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth

News Release: Introducing fall classes at Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth. BAAY’s team is committed to meeting the emotional and creative needs of young people by fostering connection, play, and…

City of Bellingham Recreational Fire Ban Effective Immediately

Effective immediately, all outdoor fires within the Bellingham city limits are prohibited until further notice. This includes recreational fires. The Bellingham Fire Department has deemed this a necessary safety precaution…

Oxford Suites Bellingham Receives 2020 AAA Inspector's Best of Housekeeping Award

Oxford Suites Bellingham announced that after a comprehensive, on-site inspection, they have been recognized with the 2020 AAA Inspector’s Best of Housekeeping award—an award granted to hotels throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean,…

Bellingham ALL IN for Climate Action Week Sept. 20-27

The City of Bellingham is coordinating a week of free events, activities and presentations celebrating the knowledge, progress and resources the community has to offer when looking for solutions to…

Jeffery Tom is Named Hotel Bellwether's Community Hero of the Week

Hotel Bellwether has named Jeffery Tom this week's "Community Hero of the Week" Award for his passion for community and the mission of Lydia Place. The Hotel Bellwether is continuing their…

Washington State Parks prohibits campfires statewide

Effective immediately, Washington State Parks is banning wood and charcoal fires at its parks statewide and on ocean beaches in the Seashore Conservation Area. In Whatcom County this includes Larrabee, Birch…

Whatcom County Provides more than $2.5 million in COVID-19 Economic Recovery Grants

Following a comprehensive review of 628 applications for the Whatcom ReStart business grant, 264 top-tier applicants were identified for funding. The maximum grant amount was $15,000. Whatcom County and the cities of…

Chuckanut Brewery Celebrates a New Kind of Oktoberfest

With Covid upon us in 2020 Chuckanut Brewery has decided to change up how to celebrate Oktoberfest and all that is fall in Bellingham and Whatcom County. September 18-20 there…

City of Bellingham Opens Cordata Park

At long last, the City of Bellingham has opened the first community park in the fast-growing north end of the city. Cordata Park, located between Stuart and Horton roads on…

Whatcom Museum Exhibition "Anatomy of a Collection" Showcases Recent Acquisitions from the Past Decade

To mark ten years since the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher building’s construction, the Museum celebrates works of art welcomed into the permanent collection throughout the last decade. The new exhibition, “Anatomy…

Washington State Parks and Girl Scouts team up for next free day, Sept. 13

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will be offering two free days in September 2020: Sunday, Sept. 13, and Saturday, Sept. 26, in recognition of Girl Scouts Love State…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen's Rye Lager is Released

Rye Lagers are unusual and rarely available. It’s a style of beer more common in northern European countries where rye is grown. This historic beer is now available from Chuckanut…

Port of Bellingham Increases Frequency and Convenience of Emergency Ferry Service from Point Roberts to Bellingham

The Port of Bellingham is increasing the frequency of temporary, emergency ferry service from Point Roberts to two times per week and changing the arrival location to Bellingham to better…

Bellingham Author hit #1 Best Seller on Amazon Healthy Knees Total Knee Replacement

With more than 780,000 total knee replacements done each year in the U.S., the need is greater than ever for a guide that will help patients prepare for and recover…

SeaFeast Seafood Sale and Virtual Events, Sept. 19, 2020

Bellingham SeaFeast presents a SeaFeast Saturday Seafood Sale on Sept 19, 2020 and self-guided tours during Whatcom Water Week Sept. 12 - 19. In honor of the original festival weekend, Bellingham…

Whatcom Transportation Authority Reintroduces Some Fixed-route Bus Services

Beginning September 20, Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) will reintroduce some of its fixed-route bus service to Bellingham and Whatcom County. On March 30, WTA reduced service by 30 percent. This temporary…

Whatcom Museum to Reopen at Limited Capacity in Phase 2

The Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher galleries, Museum Store and Old City Hall in Downtown Bellingham will reopen to the public Sat., Sept. 19, 2020 under Governor Jay Inslee’s amended Phase 2 Safe…

U-pick Apples, Agritourism, Offered at Bellewood Farms Fall 2020

Families can save money picking their own apples while their children have fun learning about local agriculture this fall at Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms & Distillery. The public can choose from…

Chuckanut Brewery Helles Lager is Here

It’s been a long wait but Chuckanut Brewery's Helles Lager is finally available. Due to the Corona Virus, production of Chuckanut Brewery’s award-winning Helles Lager was put on the back burner…

Arne Hanna Aquatic Center to re-open at limited capacity in Phase 2

Bellingham Mayor Seth Fleetwood has announced that the Arne Hanna Aquatic Center (AHAC) will reopen to the public on Monday, September 14, 2020, with strict measures in place to help…

COVID-19 Mobile Testing in Bellingham and Whatcom County

Drive-through, low-barrier Covid-19 testing is available in Bellingham, Blaine / Birch Bay, Ferndale, Deming, Everson and Lynden at mobile locations organized and staffed by the Whatcom County Health Department (WCHD) and Whatcom…

Port of Bellingham announces John Michener, Joins Surrey Board of Trade Board of Directors

The Port of Bellingham has been a member of the Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) since 2014 with the intention of building cross border relationships. In July 2019 our Economic…

Jami Pitman is Hotel Bellwether Community Hero of the Week

Hotel Bellwether has named Jami Pitman this weeks "Community Hero of the Week" Award for her commitment to the Bellingham School System. The Hotel Bellwether is continuing their new program…

Kulshan Community Land Trust Announces Staff Changes

Kulshan Community Land Trust (KulshanCLT) announces changes in staffing at their office located at 1303 Commercial Street, Suite 6 in Bellingham. After eight incredibly productive years as part of the KulshanCLT team,…

Whatcom Community College's Phyllis & Charles Self Learning Commons achieves LEED Gold recognition

Whatcom Community College’s new Phyllis & Charles Self Learning Commons has received a GOLD rating from the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Environmental Energy and Design (LEED). It is…

Exotic wildlife featured in Drive Thru Zoo coming to Lynden

An up-close look at exotic wildlife, including a spider monkey, emu and birds of prey, will be featured during a Drive Thru Zoo in September at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds…

Northwest Washington Fair expanding to 10 days in 2021

The Northwest Washington Fair will return to Lynden, Washington in 2021 from Thursday, Aug. 12 to Saturday, Aug. 21. The Fair Board of Directors approved the expansion to 10 days…

City of Bellingham-Permitted Events, Activities and Facility Reservations Canceled through the End of 2020

Bellingham Mayor Seth Fleetwood announced today (Friday, August 14, 2020) that he has extended orders, through the end of 2020, that cancel City and City-permitted events, activities, and facility reservations…

Whatcom Unified Command COVID-19 response by the numbers

In March 2020 , Whatcom Unified Command (WUC) was activated to provide an integrated, coordinated, multi-jurisdictional response to the threat of COVID-19 locally, in partnership with the Whatcom County Health…

Whatcom Museum Launches Community Art Project, Participates in Statewide Suffrage Special Whistle Stop Tour

The Whatcom Museum is launching a new community art project this month called Whatcom² (Whatcom Squared). Community members will turn the Lightcatcher building’s glass Lightwall into a massive “stained glass” patchwork…

Race and Justice Listening Series Hosted by City of Bellingham and Whatcom County

Bellingham and Whatcom County officials are hosting a listening series on race and justice, an opportunity for community members to share their experiences and their ideas for how leaders can…

Whatcom County Health Department Seeks Community Feedback on COVID-19 Prevention Practices

Whatcom County Health Department, in partnership with Whatcom Unified Command and researchers at Western Washington University, has released an online survey regarding practices to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Local COVID-19…

Whatcom County Library System extends WiFi service at select branches

Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) has enhanced drive-up WiFi service at four of its branches and a bookmobile stop. From the parking lots of public libraries in Deming, Everson, Ferndale…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen Celebrates Eat Local Month in August 2020

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen celebrates Eat Local Month in August this year. Using 50% local products in many of the items at the Kitchen, in 2020 Chuckanut is highlighting…

New Eat Local First WA Directory to Find Local Farms

A new Eat Local First Washington Directory helps to connect Washington State residents with local farms and farmers markets in one place. The Eat Local First WA Directory is a project of the…

Downtown Bellingham Partnership Announces Virtual Downtown Sounds Details

The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) announced today plans for a Virtual Downtown Sounds series to raise funds for local music venues that are in danger of closing their doors from…

Whatcom County Arts Organizations Launch Collaborative Campaign “We heART commUNITY”

Whatcom County arts and culture organizations are teaming up to inspire giving to the arts during COVID closure, with the theme “We heART commUNITY.” Starting July 27th, community members are…

Celebrate Eat Local Month this August with a Virtual Farm Tour, Farm Stand Loop, and Weekly Celebrations

Sustainable Connections is hosting a month-long celebration in Whatcom County this August to explore and enjoy the bounty of local food with an annual Eat Local Month celebration. Each week,…

Fairhaven Village Inn Reopens with Emphasis on Traveler Safety

One of Bellingham’s most-loved hotels –The Fairhaven Village Inn – reopened its doors to travelers July 1, more than three months after pausing operations due to COVID-19. Closing the inn for…

Big Rock Garden Park in Bellingham Now Features David Marshall Sculpture Gallery

Sculpture Northwest recently opened the David Marshall Sculpture Gallery, a permanent outdoor exhibit housed in the City of Bellingham’s Big Rock Garden Park above Lake Whatcom. Sculpture Northwest, a local nonprofit arts advocacy group, donated…

Whatcom County Low-Barrier Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing in Bellingham

The low-barrier drive-through testing site at the Civic Field Stadium parking lot in Bellingham will operate again on Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18. The site will be open…

Whatcom County Launches Whatcom ReSart Grant Program for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

Applications will be accepted July 16 - 31, 2020 for a competitive grant program – called Whatcom ReStart – designed to support businesses and non-profits throughout Whatcom County that have been affected by COVID-19. Whatcom…

Port of Bellingham Marine Life Center Re-opens with New Procedures to Protect Public Health

The Port of Bellingham is excited to re-open the Marine Life Center on July 20, 2020 with new procedures to minimize public interaction, increase sanitation, and protect the health of…

Michael Palmer Agrees to Restored Relationship with Bellingham Festival of Music as Artistic Director

The Bellingham Festival of Music Board of Directors and founding Artistic Director Michael Palmer have agreed to a plan that will restore the conductor to his position as Artistic Director…

Chuckanut Brewery Single Hop Lager In Bottles

Chuckanut Brewery’s sixth rendition of the Single Hop Lager is now available in bottles for the first time. This rendition of Single Hop uses Trident hops, a blend of 3…

Community Boating Center Back on Bellingham Bay

The Community Boating Center (CBC) is thrilled to be back on the water fulfilling its mission of fostering small-watercraft education, access, safe recreation, and marine stewardship, after putting in place…

Bellair Airporter Shuttle Resumes Anacortes / San Juan Islands Ferry Service

Bellair Airporter Shuttle services to Anacortes and the San Juan Islands Ferry, via the Highway 20 corridor, resumed on Friday, July 10, 2020. Although service re-starts with a limited schedule, travelers…

Bellingham Bells to Host August 15 “Fill the Bus” Food Drive

The Bellingham Bells, is doing its part to keep the public safe, and to assist those in need during the Covid-19 pandemic. Along with local transportation provider Lily Coaches and…

NW Washington Virtual Fair offering ribbons, premiums

Remember the feeling of pride after winning a ribbon at the Fair? The feeling that your hard work in raising animals, making quilts or baking pies had been recognized for…

CASCADIA Presents Free Short Film Showcase for Holiday Weekend

CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival presents a free, online screening of eight short films directed by 2020 CASCADIA director Satinder Kaur created for PBS' American Portrait Project. The films document…

Most Washingtonians Should Limit Summer Travel Plans

The Washington State Department of Health is encouraging people in our state to limit summer travel plans to help slow the spread of COVID-19. First, be familiar with the Safe Start…

Chuckanut Brewery North and South Nuts Now Open 7 Days per Week

When Covid closed all brewery restaurants and taprooms on St. Patty’s Day 2020 Chuckanut Brewery’s Kitchen and Tap Room went to opening five days a week instead of seven to…

Whatcom County Health Department offers 4th of July gathering guidance

This Saturday is the 4th of July. While many look forward to this holiday and its traditions, this year is different. The sponsored fireworks shows in Bellingham and Blaine have…

Hotel Bellwether 2020 Summer Music Series

Although this year's Blues Brews and BBQ has been cancelled for the season due to Covid-19, Hotel Bellwether has created a new summer music series that meets all Phase 2…

Think Local First in Whatcom County with Rock Hunt for Independents Month in July

Every July, Sustainable Connections joins together with local alliances, organizations, and partners to celebrate Independents Month, a month-long celebration of independent businesses throughout Whatcom County and the value, economic growth,…

Retired Gen. James Mattis urges Washingtonians to stay united, wear face coverings to fight COVID-19

As communities across Washington state experience spikes in the number of positive COVID-19 cases, former U.S. Defense Secretary, Gen. (R) James Mattis is urging Washingtonians to follow physical distancing recommendations…

StandSpeakListen hosts Independence Day Event in Bellingham Washington

July 4th 2020, 4pm-10pm, StandSpeakListen(SSL) will host a black-led, community organized, public display of civil unrest starting at Bellingham's City Hall. Through the arts, SSL invites the community to come…

Allegiant Expands Health and Safety Commitment by Requiring Customers to wear Face Masks During all Phases of Travel

Allegiant Travel Company has announced that, beginning July 2, customers will be required to wear face masks during all phases of travel, including at the ticket counter, in the gate…

Whatcom County not eligible to apply for Phase 3 this week

Whatcom County does not meet the eligibility requirements to move to Phase 3 of Washington State’s Safe Start reopening plan and will not be applying to move into Phase 3…

Report Shows Economic Impacts of Covid-19 on Lummi Nation and Whatcom County Fishing Industry

The Regional Economic Partnership (REP) at the Port of Bellingham has released a report with the results of three fishing industry surveys on the economic impacts on local businesses. The…

Bellingham Mayor announces Parks and Recreation Department Director

Bellingham Mayor Seth Fleetwood announced today he has appointed Nicole Oliver as the City’s Parks and Recreation Department director. Oliver has served as interim director since January 3, 2020. “I have…

Bellair Airporter Shuttle Reignites and Returns to the Highways

Bellair Airporter Shuttle services return on Sunday, June 21, 2020, with business resuming and shuttles rolling down the highways once again. Shuttle service returns to the roads with five round-trips a…

Summer Arts Courses for Youth at BAAY

Announcing BAAY’s 2020 summer season, COVID edition! Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth staff have come up with a raft of creative courses to stretch imaginative horizons, expand expressive potential, and…

Bellingham Parks and Recreation new summer programs

Are you creatively exhausted finding things to do at home? Tired of not having the right supplies for projects? Not motivated to exercise the past few gloomy weeks? Bellingham Parks &…

Community Science Volunteers Invited to Help Collect Valuable Species Information in Whatcom County

Members of the public are invited to become science volunteers as part of the newest project by the North Sound Stewards Program, organized by the Whatcom Marine Resources Committee (MRC) and RE Sources. The…

Middle Fork Nooksack River Fish Passage Project To Restore Habitat in Whatcom County

Construction crews have begun working to remove the Middle Fork Nooksack River Dam, a top priority project for salmon recovery in Puget Sound. The result of years of effort and partnership…

Bellewood Farms Offers Father’s Day Car Cruise June 21, 2020

When COVID-19 placed barriers in front of their eighth-annual car show, Bellewood Farms & Distillery and Gear Heads of Whatcom County simply drove around them. Approximately 25-30 classic cars, hot…

Whatcom Women in Business Awards Five Scholarships

Whatcom Women in Business has awarded five scholarships of $5,000 to local women entering higher education, including but not limited to technical or trade school, beauty school, community college or…

North Cascades National Park Service Complex Increases Recreational Access

Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local public health authorities, North Cascades National Park Service Complex is increasing recreational access for…

City of Bellingham Parks Dept Re-opens Some Recreation Amenities under WA State Phase 2 Declaration

With the announcement that Whatcom County is approved for Phase 2, the City of Bellingham is re-opening some park facilities that have been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These facilities…

City of Bellingham Assists Businesses with Green Cone Program, New Uses of Streets and Pedestrian Plazas

As Whatcom County begins Phase 2, the City of Bellingham is promoting several programs to support businesses as they respond to changing COVID-19 restrictions. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted retailers…

Chuckanut Brewery Releases 2 Amigo Dark Mexican Lager in Bottles

A new Chuckanut Brewery collaboration beer called 2 Amigos is now available in bottles around the Northwest. This great Mexican Style Dark Lager was brewed at South Nut with the…

Peoples Perspectives gathers memories of Whatcom County local life during COVID-19

How will we remember life in Bellingham and Whatcom County during the Stay Home, Stay Healthy quarantine? Peoples’ Perspectives: COVID-19 in Whatcom County, a new online initiative organized by a coalition of…

Masks Distributed for Businesses in Bellingham and Whatcom County

Whatcom Unified Command (WUC), the community’s multi-jurisdictional response to COVID-19 locally, has begun distribution of more than 100,000 single-use face masks to area businesses. The free, disposable masks, as well…

Bellingham Public Library invites book returns, prepares for curbside service to begin June 15

Bellingham Public Library resumed limited services this week, allowed during Phase 2 of Governor Jay Inslee's Safe Start plan, while the doors of its three branches remain closed to patrons until Phase 3. Library Director…

Silver Lake Park Campground in Whatcom County to Open June 8

Effective Monday June 8, Whatcom County Parks and Recreation’s Silver Lake Park campground will open. This coincides with Whatcom County’s move into Phase 2 of Washington State’s Safe Start reopening…

Whatcom County Approved for Phase 2

June 5, Whatcom County (which includes Bellingham, Blaine, Birch Bay, Ferndale, Lummi Island, Lynden, Everson, Nooksack, Sumas, Deming, Glacier and Pt. Roberts) was approved to move to Phase 2 of…

Chuckanut Brewery Citra Leaf Pilsner Available in Bottles

For those who have experienced Chuckanut Brewery’s Citra Leaf Pilsner you are now in luck. It’s out in bottles across the Northwest and into British Columbia! This new spin our…

Newly Released Washington State Tourism Statistics Mark Stunning Decline from Coronavirus Between 2019 and 2020

Figures released by the Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA) indicate that tourism in Washington State logged double digit growth during the past five years - generating $10.9 billion in direct state…

Bellingham Public Library and Whatcom County Library System launch annual summer reading program

A summer reading program for kids, teens and adults launched June 1 at Whatcom County's public libraries. Because library buildings currently remain closed due to COVID-19 public health guidance, there are a few changes…

Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism Promotes Message to Recreate Responsibly in Washington State

Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism has joined forces with more than 50 organizations throughout Washington State in a Recreate Responsibly Coalition to provide practical advice for enjoying outdoor recreation during the…

North Cascades National Park Service Complex Begins to Increase Recreational Access to Day Use Areas

Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and prevention (CDC), state and local public health authorities, and in conjunction with the Washington State Department of Transportation reopening…

Bellingham Symphony Orchestra on the Cutting Edge

May 31, 2020, the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra is proud to be at the forefront of virtual concerts by presenting their second virtual concert with renowned violinist Chee-Yun performing Brahms’ Violin…

Max Higbee Center Announces online April Brews Day @Home - June 12, 2020

Mark your calendars! April Brews Day @Home will take place online on June 12, 2020 from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to purchase a variety…

Mount-Baker Snoqualmie National Forest Phased Reopening

Starting May 22, the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBS) began a phased reopening of trailheads, day-use areas, and other developed recreation sites. “We are making every effort to expand access within…

Silver Reef Casino Resort partially reopens with measures exceeding public health guidelines

The health and safety of employees, staff, team members, guests, and Whatcom County community remains a top priority of Silver Reef Casino Resort as it begins the reopening process on…

Trails at new Cordata Park in Bellingham now open for public use

Bellingham Parks and Recreation has announced that ¾ of a mile of new limestone trails in Cordata Park are open to the public as of May 20, 2020, exactly one…

Northwest Washington Fair appoints Chris Pickering CEO

Every new leader of an organization expects challenges – just not the ones posed by a global pandemic that postponed its primary annual event and canceled many others. However, Chris Pickering…

Whatcom County Health Officer Directs Use of Face Coverings in Public Effective Friday, May 22

Whatcom County Health Officer Dr. Greg Stern has issued a directive for those in public places and shared workspaces throughout the county to wear cloth masks, effective Friday, May 22.…

Sustainable Connections hosts virtual watch party of the film Wasted! The Story of Food Waste

Sustainable Connections, located in Bellingham Washington, is hosting a virtual watch party of the film Wasted! The Story of Food Waste, Thursday, June 4 to highlight the Food Recovery Program.…

Whatcom County Provides Relief for Food Establishments by Extending Permit Expiration Dates

On May 5, 2020, the Whatcom County Council approved an amendment to County Code that provides a six-month extension of operating permits for some food establishments, granting relief from annual…

Recreate Responsibly in Whatcom County this weekend under extended “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order

The weather is expected to bring sunny warm weather in Whatcom County as we move into the moth of May and City of Bellingham park visitors must recreate responsibly in…

Limited Online Release of Bellingham Based Feature Film

Embracing the pause, a local Bellingham production company brings their feature film Just Like The Men, an adaptation of a silent film written by Ella Higginson in 1914, to the…

Whatcom Community College's STEM Carnival goes virtual May 11-15, 2020

Whatcom Community College’s second annual STEM Carnival will be presented online May 11-15, 2020. Families, children, teens, and adults are invited to explore science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) from…

Gov. Jay Inslee signs new COVID-19 order for phased re-opening of Washington's economy

Some businesses could re-open as early as this week under the new COVID-19 order signed by Washington State Governor Jay Inslee. The state’s “Safe Start” plan is a phased approach to re-opening…

Lake Padden golf course re-opens May 5th with strict COVID-19 limits

Premier Golf Centers LLC received approval from the City of Bellingham to re-open golf operations after Governor Inslee announced April 27, 2020, that he is lifting some restrictions pertaining to…

New Report Details Economic Impacts of COVID-19 on Whatcom County Businesses

The Regional Economic Partnership (REP) at the Port of Bellingham has released a report detailing the results of a general survey on the economic impacts of COVID-19 on Whatcom County…

Participate in Community Video from Home

Tell us what you are looking forward to "When this is over." Washington State's Stay Home order has been extended to May 31, 2020. Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism and Veritas Media are collecting video…

Gov. Jay Inslee rolls out COVID-19 risk assessment dashboard with data

Gov. Jay Inslee announced a new COVID-19 risk assessment dashboard to aid the state in gauging when and how to best lift restrictions around his ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order in Washington…

Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden postponed until Aug. 16-21, 2021

Based on the recommendation of the Whatcom County Health Department, the Northwest Washington Fair Board unanimously voted to postpone the 2020 Northwest Washington Fair to August 16-21, 2021. “The Fair is…

Sustainable Connections seeking cooler donations for Food Recovery Program

Sustainable Connections is seeking cooler donations to keep surplus food recovered by their Food Recovery Program at safe temperatures as it is transported for donation to families across Whatcom County. The Food Recovery Program rescues tens-of-thousands of…

Gov. Jay Inslee announces easing of outdoor restrictions

Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee has announced a partial re-opening of some outdoor recreation activities beginning May 5, 2020. “When I rolled out, ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy’ over a month…

Trail Running Film Fest Virtual Edition May 1

Coronavirus has put an end to “normal” life. For runners that means races, access to public lands, and group runs are cancelled, closed, and postponed. Runners across the world are…

Whatcom Unified Command Opens Community’s First Isolation, Quarantine Facility; Medical Referral Required

A motel facility opened Wednesday, April 22, on Byron Avenue in Bellingham, to provide a safe place for individuals to isolate or quarantine if they cannot do so in their own…

Whatcom County Executive Delays Payment Deadlines, Waives Late Fees for Restaurants and Taverns

Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu is delaying permit fee payments for restaurants and taverns until July 1. Sidhu’s executive order also allows restaurant owners whose permits expire between April and…

April Brews Day Moves to Bellingham Backyards and Leaves a Funding Gap for Max Higbee Center

For the first time in 19 years, Bellingham will not be able to partake in a tradition and celebration of community and craft beer at April Brews Day. Like many…

Washington Tourism Alliance Names David Blandford Interim Executive Director

The Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA) announced the appointment of David Blandford as its Interim Executive Director, effective May 4, 2020. Blandford will lead the organization’s marketing activities in addition to…

Whatcom Sings! A First-Ever Virtual Choir for Whatcom County

Singers from a great variety of Whatcom County choirs will be featured in a virtual performance of “Bright Morning Stars,” a stirring Appalachian folk hymn. The film will be posted…

Whatcom Transportation Authority Receives Gold Award from Northwest Clean Air Agency

Northwest Clean Air Agency (NWCAA) awarded Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) with a ‘Partners for Clean Air’ Gold Award for 2019. In order to qualify for a Gold Award, an agency must…

Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham Re-opens

The Hotel Bellwether is thankful to announce it was awarded the SBA Paycheck Protection Program and re-opened its doors Wed., April 22, 2020. The Hotel Bellwether is now accepting reservations…

Whatcom Literacy Council New Date for 2020 TRIVIA BEE & Silent Auction

The Whatcom Literacy Council will be hosting the 24th Annual TRIVIA BEE & Silent Auction 6 p.m. to 9 pm on Friday, November 14th, 2020 at Bellingham Technical College’s Settlemyer…

Bellingham cancels City summer programs following Health Department recommendation

Bellingham Mayor Seth Fleetwood announced a number of City-hosted summer events and programs are canceled, as part of county-wide efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19. From festivals and triathlons to…

Swim Club Wet Bar Now Offering To Go Cocktail Kits

Swim Club wants to help Bellingham bring the good times home! Starting this week, we will be making to go cocktail kits available. With a dedicated website where you can…

Whatcom County Library System launches WCLS@Home

Looking for a new source for online entertainment and educational resources while you’re spending time at home? Turn to Whatcom County's library. In addition to the wealth of digital content…

Whatcom County Health Director Recommends Summer 2020 Event Cancellations

Whatcom Unified Command (WUC), which includes the Whatcom County Health Department as a lead partner in Bellingham, is working to prevent and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 locally. Consistent with that key objective,…

Whatcom Community steps up to help address COVID-19

Since COVID-19 arrived in Whatcom County and Whatcom Unified Command (WUC) activated a multi-jurisdictional agency as the coordinated approach to mitigating the spread, our community has demonstrated great compassion and…

Bellingham Symphony Orchestra - Here for Our Community

Even though the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra isn’t at the concert hall, it is still here for our community. The BSO has been busy this past month bringing the joy of…

Whatcom Community College and ArtsWA seeking artist for Phyllis and Charles Self Learning Commons

Whatcom Community College and the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) are seeking an individual artist or artist team to design and create original artwork for the College’s new Phyllis and…

John Purdie named Mount Baker Theatre Executive Director

After serving as Mount Baker Theatre’s Interim Executive Director since January 2020, John Purdie has been appointed by the Board of Directors as the new Executive Director. MBT’s Board President, James…

Bellingham City Council to conduct first remote meeting Monday April 13

In accordance with recent Washington State prohibitions regarding in-person attendance at public meetings, the Bellingham City Council will conduct its first remote meeting on Monday, April 13 at 7:00 p.m.. There will be…

Bellingham Farmers Market to Open April 11 with Support of Whatcom County Health Department

The Bellingham Farmers Market will be opening for the season on Saturday, April 11, 2020. Farmers Markets are listed as essential businesses, just like grocery stores, under the Governor’s Stay…

City of Bellingham buys 29-acre Bakerview property for future northside park and trails

Bellingham Mayor Seth Fleetwood announced the City of Bellingham has closed on the purchase of a beautiful 29-acre property located in the Bakerview/Telegraph corridor, north of I-5 and east of…

Whatcom County Honors National Public Health Week: Whatcom County Council Signs Proclamation

At the April 7 County Council meeting, the Whatcom County Health Department presented a proclamation in support of National Public Health Week to the Whatcom County Council. The Council, in…

Whatcom Unified Command organizes food bank deliveries for homebound high-risk individuals and families

Food bank home delivery is now available for individuals and families who can not afford to purchase food, and are unable to access food bank pick up sites. This program…

WWU Women's Basketball Coach Carmen Dolfo Recognized for 600th Career Victory

Western Washington University head women’s basketball coach Carmen Dolfo has been recognized by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) as part of the 2020 Victory Club. Dolfo was among a select…

Essential City of Bellingham services continue during COVID-19

The city of Bellingham's government is open for business, even when its physical locations are closed to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. As most community members “stay home and…

2020 Cannabis Solutions reopens downtown Bellingham store

The third 2020 Cannabis Solutions store in Bellingham reopened Friday, April 3 after implementing protocols to improve the safety of guests and team members. The store at 2018 Iron St. in…

Together While Apart - New Whatcom Arts Project Keeps Artists Connected to the Community

As a gift to the community, during Washington State's Stay Home - Stay Safe Order, Bellingham and Whatcom County artists, musicians, actors, storytellers, dancers, filmmakers, performers and arts supporters have…

North Cascades National Park Closed Until Further Notice

North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area are announcing additional modifications to operations in response to guidance from the Washington State Health…

Washington State Dept. of Commerce Grant Helps Hotels Provide Rooms for COVID-19 Responders and Vulnerable Populations

Hotel owners across Washington may have an opportunity to help their communities and fill empty rooms, thanks to a $30-million state emergency housing grant from the state Department of Commerce. The…

Chuckanut Beer Now in Bottles

There’s always a silver lining to a storm cloud and lucky for Chuckanut Brewery fans, it’s coming in the form of bottled Chuckanut Beer! The coronavirus has made us all…

Bellingham Mayor Suspends Enforcement of Plastic Bag Ban

Going to the grocery store? You may leave your reusable bags at home for now. Bellingham Mayor Seth Fleetwood has temporarily suspended enforcement of the City's plastic bag ban as part…

Whatcom Women in Business seeks nominations for 2020 Professional Woman of Year and Community Legacy Awards

The Whatcom Women in Business are looking for nominations for the 2020 Professional Women of the Year award. We are looking for nominees that are accomplished, mentor others and donate…

The Washington Tourism Alliance Launches showWAlove.com

The Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA) has launched showWAlove.com, a new online program to help support local Washington businesses during the COVID-19 crisis. Data from national tourism research firm Tourism Economics…

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Trailheads, Campgrounds, and Day-use Areas Closed

To align with state and local stay home to save lives measures, trailheads, campgrounds, and day-use areas within the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest will be temporarily closed. These closures are based…

Bellair Airporter Shuttle Announces Interruption in Service

Due to the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on travel plans as well as Bellair Airporter Shuttle’s commitment to the health of our passengers and the communities we serve, all Bellair…

Alaska Marine Highway System Puts Safety Protocols in Place to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19

The health and well-being of passengers and crew is a top priority for the Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS). In response to the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19), we are following…

Washington State Department of Commerce announces $1.8 million to rural counties for COVID-19 pandemic response

Washington State Department of Commerce Director Lisa Brown today announced $1.8 million in additional state Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) to rural counties to assist people and businesses impacted by the COVID-19…

Act of Kindness is Bestowed upon Hotel Bellwether Employees

Albeit in the mist of the Coronavirus outbreak, the staff at Hotel Bellwether is set to receive $42,000 in two monetary contributions from a generous couple within the Bellingham community.…

Port of Bellingham Closes Bike Park, Zuanich Playground, Workout Stations and Picnic Shelter At Marine Park & Jorgensen Pier

To follow COVID-19 social distancing guidelines established by Public Health, the Port is closing Bellingham’s downtown waterfront bike park, the playground at Zuanich Park, workout stations along the Squalicum Promenade,…

North Cascades National Park Service Complex Modifies Operations to Implement Latest Health Guidance

North Cascades National Park Service Complex, in response to the Stay Home, Stay Safe Proclamation and Proclamation 20-14 Reduction of Statewide Limits on Gatherings issued by the Governor of the…

City of Bellingham Closes Playgrounds, Sports Fields, Fenced Dog Areas, Bike Parks, Disc Golf Course and Skate Park

During this COVID-19 health emergency, Bellingham is committed to keeping our parks and trails open and safe for public use. Beginning today, March 24, 2020, the City of Bellingham Parks…

Whatcom COVID Website Provides Information from Whatcom Unified Command

A single-source information and communication tool on behalf of Whatcom County's unified response to COVID-19 is available online. The WhatcomCOVID.com website is a repository of trusted sources of novel coronavirus information…

2020 Ski to Sea Race Canceled

It is with great disappointment that Whatcom Events must announce that the 2020 Ski to Sea race is canceled due to the circumstances associated with the Coronavirus. The Ski to…

Western Washington University Women's Basketball Anna Schwecke Selected as Honorable Mention All-American

Western Washington University senior Anna Schwecke capped her collegiate career earning honorable mention recognition on the 2019-20 NCAA Division II Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) All-America Team. Schwecke (Evergreen, CO/Clear Creek)…

Whatcom County Library Branches Offer Services Online

Although Whatcom County Library System buildings are closed, Whatcom County's community members can still access the library’s extensive, free digital resources online. And, beginning Monday, March 23, library staff will…

Local Governments Across Whatcom County Are United in Response to COVID-19 Outbreak

Whatcom County and every local jurisdiction within it are focusing combined resources on addressing the COVID-19 outbreak. The full scope of the impacts of this public health crisis is not…

Veritas Media offers free promotional videos for business hardest hit by COVID-19

Veritas Media and Bellingham Tonight, located in Bellingham, Washington, are offering free 1-minute profile videos for businesses that are getting creative with their product offering during the COVID-19 outbreak. Is your…

Bellingham St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee Cancels 2020 Parade

It is with a heavy heart that the Bellingham St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee is choosing to cancel this year’s Bellingham St. Patrick’s Day Parade due to the current status…

April 2020 Art Walk at Make.Shift Gallery: “Playful Creatures”

For the month of April Make.Shift invites you to step outside of the gallery and into an environment that welcomes curiosity and play. Spring has sprung and it’s time to…

2020 Essence of Bellingham Photo Competition now accepting entries

Amateur and professional photographers of all ages are invited to join in the 15th annual Essence of Bellingham Photo Competition. The City of Bellingham and Whatcom Museum sponsor this photography competition…

Carolyn Gill appointed Director of Sales for Best Western Plus Bellingham Airport Hotel, Fox Hall Events Center

Carolyn Gill, a longtime Bellingham resident with extensive experience in hospitality sales and customer service, recently was named Director of Sales for the Best Western Plus Bellingham Airport Hotel and…

2020 CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival Celebrates Women’s Suffrage Centennial

Film fans will have a chance to rub shoulders with award-winning filmmakers from all over the world at this year’s CASCADIA International Women's Film Festival April 16-19 in Bellingham, Washington.…

Whatcom County Farm Tour September 12-13, 2020

The 2020 Whatcom County Farm Tour Weekend will take place Sept. 12 - 13, hosted by Sustainable Connections throughout Bellingham and Whatcom County, Washington. Eat, drink, tour, relax and taste…

2020 Spring Craft and Antique Show in Lynden, Washington

The Lynden Craft and Antique Show returns to the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds, Thursday, Mar. 19 through Saturday, Mar. 21, 2020. Bring a friend and enjoy all the fun garden booths including…

Whatcom Community College opens first on-campus student housing fall 2020

Whatcom Community College current and potential students are encourage to apply to live in the first on-campus student housing complex. Cedar Hall, which broke ground in September 2018, will open…

Whatcom Community College to offer online Bachelor of Applied Science degree

Whatcom Community College in Bellingham, WA has been approved by the Northwest Commission on Community Colleges & Universities to offer an online Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in…

Point Roberts Race Week Announces International 6 Metre North Americans

Point Roberts Race Week will host the International 6 Metre North American Championships July 13-17, 2020 in Point Roberts, WA. In cooperation with the Puget Sound Six Metre Association (dba…

Bellingham selects two new Signature Events

Two new “signature events" are coming to Bellingham, WA. Five years after the popular Bellingham SeaFeast launched as a signature event, meant to highlight community attributes and encourage commerce, two…

Watch for wildlife crossing roads in Bellingham WA

Each spring, as wildlife baby season arrives, calls to the City of Bellingham increase regarding deer and other animals that have been struck by cars on Bellingham's streets. To help…

New Beers from Chuckanut Brewery in Early Spring

Spring is in the air, the sun is showing its bright face bringing beer to our mind! Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in downtown Bellingham has the crispies to keep you…

Recreation Northwest EXPO to Expand in 2020

Held annually in Bellingham, WA the Recreation Northwest EXPO will be held May 2, 2020 and expand beyond the Main EXPO Hall inside the Bellingham Cruise Terminal to also include…

2020 Bellingham Northwest Wine Festival

Over 200 wines from up to 60 Pacific Northwest wineries will be served at the 5th Annual Bellingham Northwest Wine Festival on July 25, 2020. This year’s Festival returns to the…

Downtown Bellingham Art Walk March 6 at Make.Shift Gallery

For the month of March 2020, Make.Shift Gallery in Downtown Bellingham presents "And in That Moment: Works by Anunna Moriarty." The gallery will showcase Moriarty's photography in a solo show…

Whatcom Community College English program named “Outstanding” by National Association

Whatcom Community College in Bellingham, Washington is one of two winners of the 2020 Awards for Outstanding Programs in English by the Two-year College English Association (TYCA). The College’s informed…

Whatcom Museum Highlights Three Masterworks from Smithsonian

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, Washington is pleased to kick off the first part of a five-year exhibition partnership with the Smithsonian American Art Museum, as by presenting three masterworks…

Whatcom Literacy Council Trivia Bee & Silent Auction Friday, May 1, 2020

Whatcom Literacy Council will be hosting the 24th Annual Trivia Bee & Silent Auction 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2020 at Bellingham Technical College’s Settlemyer Hall.…

Bellingham Scottish Gathering Announces New Location for 2020

The Bellingham Scottish Gathering will move to North Bellingham Golf Course for its June 6, 2020 event. Organizers say the change greatly enhances the future of the annual festival held…

International Paddling Film Festival Returns to Bellingham, Washington in 2020

Bellingham tour operator, Moondance Sea Kayak Adventures, is hosting the second annual showing of the World Tour Paddling Film Festival at Bellingham Technical College in Bellingham, Washington; on Friday, April…

Western Washington University's Trevor Jasinsky Selected to 2020 Player of the Year Watch List

For the second consecutive season, Western Washington University men’s basketball player Trevor Jasinsky has been selected to the Top 100 Watch List for the 2020 Bevo Francis Player of the Year Award. The…

City of Bellingham open for business after major snowfall - Jan. 15, 2020

The City of Bellingham is open for business on Wednesday, Jan. 15, after significant snowfall last night. Some City facilities may have limited hours or be closed due to minimum staffing…

Announcing "An Evening with Amy Grant" as Part of Mount Baker Theatre's 2020 Season

Mount Baker Theatre presents An Evening with Amy Grant on Sunday, April 5, 3:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale to the public Wednesday, January 15, 10:00 a.m. Experience an incredible array…

Bellingham Human Rights Film Festival Releases 2020 Schedule

In February The Bellingham Human Rights Film Festival returns for its 20th year of presenting films, hosting speakers and dialogue promoting human rights and advocacy on issues that affect us…

2020 Ski to Sea Registration is Open

Whatcom Events is pleased to announce that registration for the 47th Annual Ski to Sea Race in Bellingham, Washington is open. The big race is Sunday May 24, 2020. Per popular demand,…

Downtown Bellingham Art Walk Feb. 7 at Make.shift Gallery: “Always Look on The Bright Side of Mental Illness”

For the month of February 2020, Make.shift Art Space will offer Bellingham the opportunity to “stick their tongues out to distress.” We aim to explore the jovial camaraderie that is…

New Beers from Chuckanut Brewery and Kitchen for January 2020

Yes, we made it through the holidays and now we just have to get through the rest of winter. Chuckanut Brewery in downtown Bellingham has help on the way with…

Whatcom READS Announces 2020 Book Event Schedule

Whatcom READS, Bellingham and Whatcom County’s annual countywide book club, kicks off 2020 with a thought-provoking slate of programs inspired by this year’s featured title, To the Bright Edge of…

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Event in Bellingham

The Bellingham community is invited to join the City of Bellingham, Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) and Washington Trails Association (WTA) at Whatcom Falls Park from 10 a.m. to 1…

Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce 2019 Annual Awards

The Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce celebrated another successful year for local Bellingham businesses at its 15th Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019, at the Four Points by…

2019 Port of Bellingham Gingerbread Contest Winners

On Dec. 6-8, 2019 The Port of Bellingham celebrated the 29th year of Holiday Port at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal. Thanks to generous donations by Haggen, San Juan Cruises and…

Bigfoot Adventures in Bellingham Offers Sasquatch Tours

Want to find the hide-and-seek champion of the world? Partner up with Bellingham Washington's newest thrill seekers business The Bigfoot Adventures. The Bigfoot Adventures, a new adventure tour company with deep…

Chuckanut Brewery Offers December Biers

Wow it’s getting cold out there and Chuckanut Brewery in Downtown Bellingham has some awesome biers to warm you up this December. Bock Bier is a strong, full bodied lager…

Bellingham Nominated as Top Foodie Destination

Foodie Flashpacker Nathan Aguilera has unveiled a list of America’s Next Top Foodie Destination nominees, which includes 33 off-the-beaten-path destinations where travel bloggers say they have found some of the…

Hotel Bellwether and Lighthouse Grill Debut New Winter Menu

Lighthouse Grill in Bellingham is situated on the first floor of the Hotel Bellwether, overlooking the pristine Bellingham Bay and San Juan Islands. In the winter, the sun sets around…

Bellingham's Fox Hall Events Center reopens after remodeling

The Fox Hall Events Center in Bellingham, Washington has reopened after new management recently completed significant interior renovations. Managed by Providence Hospitality Partners, the Fox Hall Events Center offers 3,750 square…

America’s Got Talent champion at 2020 NW Washington Fair

Singer/ventriloquist Darci Lynne Farmer, winner of “America’s Got Talent” will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21 2020 as part of the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series at…

Bellingham Theatre Guild Presents Crazy for You

The Bellingham Theatre Guild presents Crazy for You, with music and lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin and book by Ken Ludwig. Directed by Judith Owens-Lancaster, Crazy for You…

2019 Holiday Port Festival, Gingerbread Contest at Bellingham Cruise Terminal

On Dec. 6 - 8, 2019 The Port of Bellingham celebrates the 29th year of Holiday Port at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal with performances by over 30 local Bellingham bands,…

Holiday Tree Lighting at Hotel Bellwether

Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, Washington will host its 8th annual Holiday Trees Benefiting Skookum Kids. Hotel Bellwether transforms into a Holiday Wonderland with festive trees decorated by local businesses on…

Bellingham Eat Local First expands to Puget Sound region

Sustainable Connections, located in Bellingham, Washington, is proud to announce a new partnership with Seattle-based nonprofit Tilth Alliance to bring the Eat Local First Campaign to the greater Puget Sound…

BAAY Theatre in Downtown Bellingham Presents Honk! The Musical

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents Honk! The Musical on December 6 - 8 and 13 - 15, 2019 at the BAAY Theatre located in Downtown Bellingham. An award-winning adaptation…

Themed Trees and Visits with Santa at the Whatcom Museum’s Yearly Deck the Old City Hall

The Whatcom Museum is excited to offer its seventh-annual Deck the Old City Hall festivities in downtown Bellingham, featuring new weekly art activities to bring creativity to the holiday celebration.…

Bellingham Symphony Holiday Magic concert Dec. 8

The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra will pack the Mount Baker Theatre in Downtown Bellingham with holiday cheer on December 8, 2019 when the 4th annual Holiday Magic concert takes the stage.…

Boundary Bay Brewery Announces Its Year of Giving to Whatcom County In Honor of Its 25th Anniversary

Boundary Bay Brewery in Downtown Bellingham will gift $25,000 in donations to local Whatcom County-based organizations over the course of 2020 in honor of their 25th year of business being…

November is Feast Month at Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in Bellingham

The holidays are coming, the sky is dark and it’s time to think about eating warm, hearty fare. Look no further than Feast Month at Bellingham's Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen…

Western Washington University Vikings Predicted to Finish 1st in GNAC Preseason Coaches Poll

The Western Washington University men’s basketball team located in Bellingham, WA has been selected as the preseason favorite to win the Great Northwest Athletic Conference, with the Vikings topping the…

Lombardi's Opens New Restaurant in Bellingham

What began two years ago as the start of an exploratory expansion phase, has culminated in Lombardi’s opening a new location at Bellingham's Bellwether marina (in the former Giuseppe’s restaurant)…

Whatcom Community College receives $1.28 million in Cybersecurity grants from National Science Foundation

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded Whatcom Community College (WCC) in Bellingham, WA two cybersecurity grants totaling $1.28 million. The $930,000 “Expansion of the CyberWatch West Resource Center” grant…

Western Washington University's Stefania Heim Publishes New Book on Giorgio de Chirico

Western Washington University Assistant Professor of English, Stefania Heim recently published “Geometry of Shadows,” a collection of translated poems from early 20th-century surrealist Giorgio de Chirico. Better known for his visual…

Holiday Wine Walk in Bellingham Nov 8

The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) announced today details of the 2019 iteration of their annual Holiday Wine Walk event, taking place Friday, November 8 from 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. in downtown Bellingham.…

Whatcom Women in Business Announces 2019 Professional Woman of the Year

Whatcom Women in Business has named Lynn Giuliani, President of Progressions Inc., as the 2019 Professional Woman of the Year. Progressions Inc. is a Bellingham training and consulting company specializing in…

Chuckanut Brewery wins Bronze at 2019 Great American Beer Festival

Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham has done it again, this time bringing home a Bronze Medal from the Great American Beer Festival 2019 for Fest Bier. The GABF competition is only…

Make.Shift Gallery November Art Walk: Radiant Reflections

For the month of November, Make.Shift Gallery in downtown Bellingham is excited to feature three Bellingham-based artists who incorporate light and shadow into intriguingly ethereal sculptures and installations. “Radiant Reflections”…

WWU Hosts Viking Basketball Madness Event Oct. 18 in Carver Gym

The Western Washington University men’s and women’s basketball teams will host Viking Madness in Bellingham on Friday, October 18, 2019 starting at 7 p.m., a free event in Carver Gym…

30th Annual Fall Craft and Antique Show in Lynden Washington

The Lynden Craft and Antique Show returns to the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Whatcom County on Thursday, October 17 through Saturday October 19, 2019. Shoppers will enjoy perusing the familiar and…

Hotel Leo accepting reservations, opens Nov. 1 in Downtown Bellingham

A historic hotel will be open again in the heart of downtown Bellingham this fall, on the site where the original Byron Hotel opened in 1889. The Hotel Leo includes…

Haunted House Event in Boundary Bay Brewery FEAR Garden

Come one, come all to the 5th annual Nightmare on Railroad in the Boundary Bay Brewery Fear Garden in downtown Bellingham. On October 25-26 and 31, the brewery warehouse and…

Bellingham City Club hosts Healing Our Salish Sea Discussion

The Lummi Nation, located in Whatcom County, is leading the way in protecting and revitalizing the Salish Sea through their establishment of the Salish Sea Campaign. Lummi Nation tribal member…

Gallery Syre Launches The First Open Call For Art For Students Of Whatcom County

Gallery Syre in Bellingham, WA launches their first Open Call of Art inviting all students of Whatcom County, grades 6 through 13, to submit artwork inspired by the theme “Wishes…

Meet Local Author and Mountaineer Leif Whittaker at Whatcom County Library's Read & Share

To celebrate 75 years of sharing stories, Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) created Read & Share, a countywide book group, and invited the Bellingham community to read the featured title,…

Western Washington University and Shifting Gears Host Diversity Expert Dr. Nina Roberts

Western Washington University's Departments of Health & Human Development, and Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies have partnered with Bellingham non-profit Shifting Gears to host Professor Dr. Nina Roberts of…

Bellingham's Second Annual Cider Tasting Festival Raises Funds for Shifting Gears

On October 4, Bellingham's nonprofit Shifting Gears will host Sippin’ on Cider: A Bellingham Cider Tasting Festival at Lost Giants Cider Company from 5 to 10 p.m. The event will…

Sylvia Center for the Arts Announces Fall 2019 Plays & Concerts

The fall 2019 calendar is filling up at Sylvia Center for the Arts in Bellingham, which is Whatcom County’s home for locally produced theater and musical events, including plays and…

Western Washington University Volleyball To Host Four Free Youth Clinics in Carver Gym

If you are a young volleyball enthusiast and looking to learn the game from some of the best players in the nation, then we have the perfect activity for you prior to…

Bellingham ‘ALL IN’ for Climate Action Week Sept. 23-29, 2019

Ten years ago, the Bellingham City Council adopted Legacies and Strategic Commitments that included reducing the City's impact on climate change. Last year, Council approved an update to the City's Climate Protection Action Plan,…

2019 Bellingham Peace Builder Awards Announced

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) in Bellingham invites the community to join in honoring eight remarkable individuals, projects, and organizations who have helped build peace in Whatcom County. Each…

Die-O-Rama: Tiny Haunted House Extravaganza

For October Art Walk, Bellingham's Make.Shift presents Die-O-Rama: A Tiny Haunted House Extravaganza! We asked local artists to re-create their biggest fears on the smallest scale. Come see haunted…

Fall Demo Derby in Lynden Featuring Action-packed Night Sept. 28

An evening of cars crashing, engines revving and dirt flying will be offered at the Fall Demo Derby on Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Northwest Washington Fair & Event Center…

Chuckanut Biers For September

Time to get out those hoodies and jackets, the sun is getting lower in the sky and it’s time for Oktoberfest! Fall is in the air and now’s the time…

Cloud Mountain Farm 30th Annual Fall Fruit Festival in October

Join Cloud Mountain Farm Center for their 30th Annual Fall Fruit Festival, Saturday, October 5, 2019 from 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. and Sunday, October 6, 2019 from 11 a.m. -…

Silver Lake Maple Creek Campground Open

Whatcom County Parks & Recreation’s Maple Creek Campground at Silver Lake Park reopens to the public today, August 30th 2019, after being closed since January 2019 for park improvements. …

USCF Chess Tournament in Bellingham

After a 15 year hiatus, United States Chess Federation (USCF) tournament play returns to Bellingham, with the first rated event hosted by the formed Bellingham Knights Chess Club. The all-day…

Chuckanut Brewery Oktoberfest Is Almost Here

Time to get out your Laderhosen and Dirndles, start vocalizing for the Yodeling Contest, strengthen those arm muscles for the Liter Holding Contest (it’s harder than you think), and get…

Hilary Franz at Whatcom Land Trust Breakfast Oct. 2

Whatcom Land Trust will host a breakfast buffet and award the Bob Keller Business Conservation Leadership Award to The Conservation Alliance on Wednesday, October 2 from 7:15-9:00 a.m. at the…

Bellingham Symphony Opening Concert Features Pianist Jon Kimura Parker

Internationally-renowned Pianist Jon Kimura Parker will join the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra on September 29 at the Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, WA to present Music in Motion—an energetic and expressive…

Whatcom Museum Showcases Contemporary Native Artists in New Series

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, WA is happy to announce a new ongoing series featuring Native American contemporary artists. “In the Spirit of the People: Native Contemporary Artists” will bring…

Make.Shift Sept Art Walk: This Little Piggy

For Sept. 6 Art Walk in Downtown Bellingham, Make.Shift Gallery has teamed up with Ketchup + Mustard to host “This Little Piggy…” Ketchup + Mustard is a team of branding,…

Corvettes Unlimited Car Show Aug. 17 at Bellewood Farms

Corvettes, America’s favorite sports car, will be featured Saturday, Aug. 17 during the 22nd Annual Corvettes Unlimited Car Show & Shine at Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms. Presented from 9 a.m. to…

Flatstick Pub to open Bellingham location in early 2020

Flatstick Pub anticipates opening a location in downtown Bellingham (902 N. State Street) in early 2020. The concept – developed, and operated by brothers, Sam and Andy Largent – was…

Mayor of Bellingham announces third annual City Center Awards

Bellingham Mayor Kelli Linville honored three businesses at the third annual Mayor's City Center Awards ceremony at the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building on July 25. The awards showcase and recognize…

BAAY Presents: The Phantom Tollbooth

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents The Phantom Tollbooth on August 23-25 at the BAAY Theatre in Downtown Bellingham. A story that is riddled with riddles, where young Milo must…

Playwrights Reading Aug. 18 at Sculpture Woods on Lummi Island

Western Washington University’s College of Fine and Performing Arts and Department of Theatre and Dance in Bellingham, WA will host a public reading of plays workshopped at Strait Plays, a…

Whatcom Community Foundation Grant Applications Open

The Whatcom Community Foundation’s annual Funds for Whatcom County grant round is open for applications. The non-renewable grants of up to $10,000 are meant to support relative and timely activities…

WWU Women's Soccer Opens 2019 Season Ranked No. 11 Nationally

The Western Washington University women’s soccer team from Bellingham, WA will open the 2019 season ranked No. 11 nationally in the United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division II Preseason Poll. WWU…

Artist Ed Bereal’s Retrospective Exhibition at Whatcom Museum

The Whatcom Museum presents “Wanted: Ed Bereal for Disturbing the Peace,” a solo retrospective featuring the full scope of Bellingham-based artist Ed Bereal’s six-decade career. The exhibition chronicles the artist’s…

City of Bellingham Extends Contract with PayByPhone

PayByPhone, a leading global provider of mobile parking payment solutions, renewed its contract with the City of Bellingham for another two-year term. PayByPhone can be found on-street and…

Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons at Firehouse Arts and Events Center in Oct.

If you only had 140 words, how would you use them? Sam Steiner’s brilliant, absurdly funny play, LEMONS LEMONS LEMONS LEMONS LEMONS, will arrive on stage at the historic FireHouse…

2019 Whatcom Farm Tour Weekend Sept. 7-8

Sustainable Connections in Bellingham, WA announces the dates for the 2019 Whatcom Farm Tour Weekend, Sept. 7 - 8, 2019. Eat, drink, tour, relax and taste your way through Northwest Washington’s beautiful farmland,…

Western Washington University Viking Night Set for Sept 13 in Carver Gym

The Western Washington University Department of Athletics has announced that the 30th Annual KeyBank Viking Night Dinner & Auction will be held on Friday, September 13, 2019 inside Carver Gymnasium…

Bellingham SeaFeast Festival Sept 21-22, 2019 Tickets Now Available

Bellingham SeaFeast along with partners City of Bellingham, Port of Bellingham, and Haggen Northwest Fresh present the 4th annual waterfront and seafood festival September 21 - 22, 2019. General admission…

Leader Block Wine Co. & Eatery in Ferndale Earns Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Restaurant Award in 2019

Leader Block Wine Co. & Eatery located in Ferndale, WA has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2019 Restaurant Awards. The restaurant is recognized among other…

Peace Arch International Concerts on the Border

The Washington State Parks Folk and Traditional Arts Program invites the public to the annual International Concerts on the Border Series at Peace Arch Historical State Park on the U.S.-…

Ride the Bus Free to the Northwest Washington Fair Aug. 11 Through 17

Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) will provide free rides on all bus trips within Whatcom County from August 11 through August 17, 2019. For riders headed to the Northwest Washington Fair,…

Chuckanut Brewery Midsummer Beers

Now that summer has arrived and is in full swing, Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham, WA has some new beers to release. The new Dinkel Lager is now on tap at…

Make.Shift August Art Walk Narrative Anatomy: Kelsey Skordal and Rosie Lockie

For the month of August, Make.Shift Gallery in Bellingham, WA is excited to present Narrative Anatomy , a group exhibit featuring works by Kelsey Skordal and Rosie Lockie, two Bellingham-based…

Free outdoor concert series at Bellewood Farms July 26 - Sept 13

A series of eight free outdoor concerts begins Friday, July 26 with Mr. and Mrs. Something, a Seattle-based duo, at Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms. Each performance in the Farmtunes Concert Series…

New Farming for Life Exhibit at Northwest Washington Fair

The Northwest Washington Fair has passed a major milestone with its Farm Pavilion and the Farming for Life Experience inside the new building. “Over 50 businesses, organizations, and individuals have donated over…

NW Washington Fair Features Top Entertainment

Nationally renowned comedian Larry the Cable Guy and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Cheap Trick lead the top entertainment for the 109th Northwest Washington Fair, scheduled Aug. 12-17…

Shifting Gears Non-Profit Sells Low-Cost Biking Gear

On July 27, Bellingham biking non-profit Shifting Gears will host a pop-up garage sale at Boundary Bay Brewery to support those looking for low-cost biking options. The garage sale is an…

AirFest Returns to Bellingham Aug 24 Featuring Astronaut Wendy Lawrence

The Port of Bellingham will host AirFest at Bellingham International Airport from 10:30am-3pm on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019. The event will be at Bellingham's new airport location and will feature…

Whatcom Museum to Partner with Smithsonian American Art Museum and Four Museums Across the American West in Five-Year Collaboration

The Smithsonian American Art Museum has received a nearly $2 million grant from Art Bridges and the Terra Foundation of American Art to support a five-year exhibition partnership with five…

Bellingham Symphony Orchestra Friday Night Concert Aug. 23

The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra will present a special summer baroque performance on Friday, Aug. 23, 2019 at 7 p.m. at Bellingham's Mount Baker Theatre, featuring BSO musicians as soloists, including…

City of Bellingham Now Accepting 2020 Tourism Grant Applications

The City of Bellingham is now accepting applications for 2020 Tourism Promotion grants. The purpose of the Tourism Promotion Fund is to promote eligible tourism and cultural activities within the…

2019 Bellingham Northwest Wine Festival Toasts Medal Winners Aug. 10

Over 150 wines from up to 55 Pacific Northwest wineries will be served at the 4th Annual Bellingham Northwest Wine Festival on August 10, 2019 in Bellingham, WA. This year’s Festival…

Boundary Bay Brewery Hosts Hawaiian Phenom Singer Kirby Ai

On July 19, Hawaiian-born singer/songwriter Kirby Ai will play a late night show in Bellingham's Backyard at Boundary Bay Brewery. Ai will continue his Finding Latitude tour in Bellingham at Boundary…

See 13 the Musical at Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth July 12 - 14

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth is proud to present 13 the Musical July 12-14, 2019 at the BAAY Theatre in Downtown Bellingham This special production is an entirely student-led process. Co-directors Brody…

Bellingham Waypoint Park Wins Another Design Award

The Seattle section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has recognized Waypoint Park in Bellingham with a 2019 Local Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award. Gina Austin, Parks Project Engineer accepted the…

Chuckanut Brewery Wins 2019 Large Brewery of the Year

Chuckanut Brewery from Bellingham, WA dominated the awards at the 2019 Washington Beer Awards ceremony at the Washington Brewers Festival on June 15, at Marymore Park. Chuckanut won medals for…

Visitor Spending in Whatcom County Totaled $705.7 Million in 2018 and Ranks 5th in Washington State After King, Pierce, Spokane, and Snohomish Counties

Travel spending reached the $24.4 billion mark in 2018 in the State of Washington - this according to the Washington Tourism Alliance who recently released new tourism economic impact figures…

Bellingham wins Governor's award for Bike Plan progress

The City of Bellingham won one of five Governor's 2019 Smart Communities Awards, which honor the “shared vision, tough decisions and partnerships" that enable a community's values and priorities to…

The North Fork Brewery Proudly Sponsors the 9th Annual Shadow Hike-A-Thon

The North Fork Brewery in Whatcom County will be joining forces with a local husband and wife team to raise funds in support of Old Dog Haven, a Washington based…

Free Summer Programs at the Make.Shift

This summer Make Shift in Bellingham, WA will be offering two educational workshop classes for our communities youth, Writers toolbox and The Present Sense. Both workshops aim to inspire, nudge…

Make.Shift July Art Walk: Regeneration: Making sense of it all Do

Do you ever feel like you want to tear it all down and start over? This July at Bellingham's Make.Shift Gallery, five Bellingham-based artists explore the process of beginning again.…

Downtown Bellingham Partnership Announces 2019 Downtown Sounds Concert Series and Lineup

The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) announced today the return of Bellingham's Downtown Sounds concert series for 2019. In its 15th year, the 2019 series includes popular returning bands as well as national…

Tell Us What You Think About Bellingham's Park System!

We need your help! Public feedback on the Parks & Recreation Community Survey will ensure that the update to Bellingham's Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan accurately reflects the needs and wants of…

Award-winning faculty lead this year’s Chuckanut Writers Conference

Award-winning poets, novelists, and memoirists will teach and present their work at the Chuckanut Writers Conference Friday and Saturday, June 21 and 22 at Whatcom Community College in Bellingham, WA. …

Chuckanut Brewery's June Beers

With summer just around the corner Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham, WA released the Chuckanut Summer Pale Ale, with lots of hop presence and bright, dry finish this pale gold ale…

Orca Tokitae Totem Stops at the Whatcom Museum on its Journey Home to Lummi Nation

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, WA will host the Lummi Nation’s Orca Tokitae totem pole on Thurs., June 13, 6 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at Old City Hall, as it journeys…

Illuminati Brewing ending two-year run June 15

Illuminati Brewing Co. of Bellingham will complete a two-year run of creating excellent handcrafted brews and delicious food on its final day of operation Saturday, June 15. Illuminati Brewing was founded…

Shifting Gears to host summer tours of Orcas Island

Start your summer right with a biking, hiking, and swimming tour of Orcas Island with Bellingham's Shifting Gears! Our 3-day, 2-night micro-adventure includes scenic ferry rides, hiking or biking Mt Constitution, alpine lake…

Top Pro Cowboys Coming to 2019 Lynden PRCA Rodeo

Some of the top professional cowboys in the world are expected for the 15th-annual Lynden PRCA Rodeo, scheduled Aug. 13-14, 2019 as part of the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen Oktoberfest

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in Bellingham, Washington will be hosting its third annual traditional Oktoberfest on September 14 from 1-10 p.m. This celebration of the fall will highlight Chuckanut’s amazing…

Powerful Modern Translation of Greek Play AJAX at Sylvia Center for the Arts June-July 2019

Immerse Yourself in a World of Gods, Warriors, and their Choices. iDiOM THEATER in Bellingham proudly presents Sophocles’ AJAX, as part of Sylvia Center’s 2019 Summer Rep. Shows are at…

Bellingham Restored Beach at Waypoint Park Receives National Award

The American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA) awarded Waypoint Park in Bellingham, WA to receive one of four Best Restored Beach award in the country. This award was developed to highlight…

Galbraith Mountain in Bellingham Named Most Popular Mountain Bike Trail Area in Washington State

For the 6th year in a row, Singletracks.com has named Galbraith Mountain in Bellingham, WA the most popular mountain biking location in Washington State on its 2019 rankings for the United…

Downtown Bellingham Gaining New Hotel, Apartments with Leopold Renovations

The historic Leopold Hotel building in downtown Bellingham, WA will transition from a retirement residency to a mixed use boutique 31-room new hotel and 61-unit apartment building in summer 2019. The…

City of Bellingham New Food Trucks Policy

The City of Bellingham announced today the recent approval of a new ordinance and guide for sidewalk-related commerce. These changes create new opportunities for business activity within the public right-of-way,…

Mount Baker Theatre Presents Michael Feinstein and Storm Large

Pull out your evening wear for a top-notch night when Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham presents Shaken & Stirred: Michael Feinstein with Special Guest Storm Large on Saturday, June 1…

Northwest Washington Fair Benefit Auction for New Farm Pavilion June 21

The Northwest Washington Fair Foundation is hosting its 7th-annual Benefit Auction Event on June 21, 2019 in the Haggen Expo Building at the fairgrounds, 1775 Front St., Lynden, WA. A…

Longest Day 10K – A Fun, New Summer Kick-Off Tradition in Bellingham

Longest Day 10K image of Taylor DockSalish Wealth Management (SWM) invites you to kick off summer and celebrate the solstice on Friday, June 21, 2019, with a new, fun, and…

Blaine, WA Hosts “Fun Fly” Kite Day June 22

The Inaugural Blaine Kite Day in Whatcom County will take place on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at Blaine Marine Park. All levels of experience and ages are invited to share…

Bellingham Good Time Girls Announce Three Free Walking Tours

Get outside and get some Belling-history this summer with free Historical Walking Tours in Bellingham from the Good Time Girls, in partnership with the Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department. Good Time…

WWU Men Win 2019 GNAC Outdoor Track & Field Championships

The Western Washington University men’s track & field team from Bellingham, WA won the program’s seventh title at the 2019 Great Northwest Athletic Conference Outdoor Championships, concluding the two-day meet…

Cascade River Road Opens for the Season

The Cascade River Road in North Cascades National Park now open to all vehicles to its end at Cascade Pass Trailhead. The road has been closed for the winter at…

Lost Giants Cider Company Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary In June in Bellingham, WA

Lost Giants Cider Company in Bellingham, WA announces their 1 year anniversary celebration taking place from 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. on June 15, 2019 at 1200 Meador Ave., Bellingham…

Benefit concert to bring 13,000 to Bellingham Civic Stadium on May 18, Parking Limited

The largest music concert in Bellingham history will be held at Civic Stadium on Saturday, May 18 2019. Bellingham residents and visitors should expect impacts to traffic and parking near the…

May art installation The REDress Project honors indigenous women Whatcom Community College

Whatcom Community College in Bellingham, WA will host an art installation May 19-25 to honor and remember missing and murdered indigenous women (MMIW). Red dresses will be on display between…

City of Bellingham short-term rental regulations now in effect

New rules for City of Bellingham short-term rental (STR) businesses go into effect May 5, allowing these businesses to come into compliance through application for a short-term rental permit. On November…

Park and Ride Bus Service to the Ski to Sea Festival

On Sunday, May 26, Whatcom Transportation Authority in Bellingham will run extra bus service on Route 14 between Western Washington University (WWU) and the Ski to Sea Festival in Fairhaven. Free…

Mount Baker Theatre offers students "rush" 50% off tickets in advance to three different shows, May 12, 18 and June 1

The Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, WA will extend 50% off tickets for three world-class musical performances to school-aged children or anyone with a student ID. Sunday, May 12, 3 p.m.,…

Mount Baker Theatre Presents Songs and Stories from American Folk Rock's Neighborhood Laurel Canyon

The Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, announces a one-day-only musical retrospective of influential artists from Laurel Canyon on Sunday, May 12, 3:00 pm, with the act Live from Laurel Canyon:…

WWU Adds to Outdoor Sculpture Collection with Newest Piece To Be Dedicated May 8, 2019

New York City artist Sarah Sze will be on the campus of Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA on May 8 at 5 p.m. to dedicate her newest work, Split…

Northwest Washington Fair, Woods Coffee Partner to Save Fairgoers Money on Tickets May 16

Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden and locally owned Woods Coffee are partnering again to offer the fairs largest discounts of the year on admission tickets and carnival ride passes. Special pricing…

Sylvia Center Announces Summer 2019 Youth Acting Program June 24 to July 27

Sylvia Center for the Arts in Bellingham is offering its second Summer Youth Acting Program. Classes are Monday through Friday beginning June 24 and culminating in six performances of Aristophanes The Birds…

Whatcom Museum Sets Sail with 36th Annual History Sunset Cruises this Summer

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham is excited to offer the 36th annual History Sunset Cruises throughout summer 2019 along Bellingham Bay. Partnering again with San Juan Cruises for tour operation, the weekly…

Yamaha Bicycles to Share 26 Years of E-Bike Experience at Seattle Electric Bike-Bellingham May 5

With a new store in Bellingham's Historic Fairhaven District, Seattle Electric Bike--a.k.a. Bellingham Electric Bike, continues its mission to support all kinds of riders with the highest quality electric bikes…

Action-packed Demo Derby planned Aug. 12 at Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden

Drivers will be smashing and crashing and some will be cashing during the Northwest Washington Fairs 2019 action-packed Demo Derby. The Aug. 12 event is presented by Manna…

Celebrate 4th Annual Billy Waples Day in Lynden

The City of Lynden is the place it is today thanks in large part to W.H. Billy Waples, a founding father who once operated the Lynden Department Store out of…

WWUs Lacy Sheldon Captures GNAC Individual Women's Golf Title

Lacy Sheldon, a junior from Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA, captured the individual title at the 2019 Great Northwest Athletic Conference Championships that concluded Tuesday at the Coeur dAlene…

WWU Men's Golf Clinches Ninth GNAC Championship in Dominating Fashion

The Western Washington University mens golf team from Bellingham, WA clinched its ninth conference title running away from the field with a 15-stroke victory at the 2019 Great Northwest Athletic…

40th Annual Bellingham Mayor's Arts Awards

Bellingham Mayor Kelli Linville announced the recipients of the 40th Annual Mayor's Arts Awards. A reception and awards ceremony honoring the awardees is scheduled for May 15, 2019. This year the…

Hotel Bellwether Spring Fling Wine Social May 18

The Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, WA is highlighting several spectacular wineries in their upcoming premier event, the 3rd Annual Spring Fling Wine Social on May 18 from 4 p.m. to…

Mark Chesnutt to Perform at NW Washington Fair Aug. 16, 2019

Mark Chesnutt, known as one of the top classic country singers, will perform at the Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden, Friday, Aug. 16 as part of the Bank of the…

Matilda the Musical in Bellingham May 10 - June 9

This year, Matilda travels to Bellingham, WA. Matilda is the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand…

Chuckanut Brewery Announces New Spring Beer Selection

Now that spring has finally sprung Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen, located in Bellingham, WA, is excited to announce its new selection of craft beer available for spring. Weve got a new…

Announcing Cider Gallery and upcoming Janice Guy exhibition

Hardware Applied Services located in Bellingham, WA is pleased to announce the launch of our collaborative project, Cider Gallery, which will open with an exhibition of work by with Cynthia Camlin and…

Whatcom Museum New History Exhibits Highlight Women in Flight, Washington's Statehood

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, WA features two new history exhibits at the Old City Hall building in 2019. Firsts in Flight "Firsts in Flight: A Hidden History," runs April 13 through…

Rockin' for the RE Store Benefit Concert at Boundary Bay Brewery May 17

Rockin' for The RE Store Bellinghams award-winning reuse center and store will host the third annual Rockin for The RE Store fundraiser next month at Boundary Bay Brewery. This free,…

Downtown Bellingham Partnership Announces 2019 Spring Wine Walk

[caption id="attachment_74903" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Downtown Bellingham Wine Walk[/caption] The Downtown Bellingham Partnership announced today details of the 2019 iteration of their annual Spring Wine Walk event in Bellingham, WA. A well-known and popular…

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen 2019 Annual Spring Beer Dinner Apr. 28

Spring has sprung and that means it’s time for the Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen's annual spring beer dinner on April 28, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. inside the brewery at 601…

Whatcom Symphony Season Closes with Pianist Benjamin Hochman and "New World" Symphony!

The Whatcom Symphony in Bellingham, WA will wrap up its 43rd season with a tribute to music composed in America by visiting composers on May 19, 2019. The concert begins with…

Atwood Ales Farm Brewery Releases Three New Brews for Spring 2019

Atwood Ales has released three new beers for spring 2019. Autumn Rabbit, Raccoon Bacchanal and Vers I'Ouest. These unique fresh brews are available throughout Western Washington and parts of British…

Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema 2019 Summer Movies in the Park

The Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema opens its 20th season of outdoor entertainment and big-screen movies on June 22, 2019 at the Village Green in the Fairhaven District of Bellingham, WA. The…

Mt. Baker Hill Climb Registration Now Open

Whatcom Events announces that registration is now open for the 2019 Mt. Baker Hill Climb in Bellingham, WA. The race is Sunday, Sept. 8 and departs from Chair 9 Pizza in…

Village Books and Colophon Cafe present The Write Riot Slam in honor of National Poetry Month April 2019

In honor of National Poetry Month, Village Books and Colophon Cafe are teaming up with poet Dee Dee Chapman to host the second annual The Write Riot Poetry Slam, Wednesday,…

Major Improvements to start at Boulevard Park in Bellingham WA

Bellingham's Boulevard Park, built nearly 40 years ago, is getting new water, sewer, power, and telecommunication services in summer 2019. A damaged wood overpass at the north end of the…

New Electric Vehicle charging station opening April 6

The newest electric vehicle charging station in Bellingham, located in the Whole Foods parking lot at 1030 Lakeway Drive, will be officially dedicated during a celebration on Saturday, April 6,…

Chuckanut Brewery Events for Bellingham Beer Week 2019

As Bellingham Beer Week draws closer, it’s time to set your schedule. You will definitely want to include Chuckanut Brewery's events in the back covered patio at 601 W Holly…

Cheap Trick playing at 2019 NW Washington Fair

Cheap Trick will perform Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019 as part of the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series at the Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden, WA. Delighting generations with their…

CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival 2019 Titles Announced

China’s $400 billion wedding industry. An Indian non-profit that aims to raise a generation of boys who will respect women. A ball where people dance for seven days and eight…

April 5 - Aslan Brewing Co. and Kulshan Brewing Co. Release New Mountain Lion IPA in Bellingham

Join Aslan Brewing and Kulshan Brewing for the monumental release of Mountain Lion IPA, a collaborative beer project, on April 5, 2019 at the Aslan Depot in Bellingham, WA. Mountain…

Max Higbee Center Presents the 18th Annual April Brews Day in Bellingham April 27

Max Higbee Center will present April Brews Day at Bellingham's Depot Market Square on Saturday, April 27, 2019 . Brews Day will feature over 65 PNW craft breweries and bring more…

City of Bellingham to add 249 acres to city limits April 1 through two annexations

On April 1, 2019, two new areas totaling 249 acres will be added to the City of Bellingham through annexations. The first is the Bennett/Bakerview/Airport Drive annexation area (174-acres), next…

2019-2020 Eat Local First Food & Farm Finder is Bellingham's Food Map

Sustainable Connections announces the release of the 2019-2020 Eat Local First Food & Farm Finder, the comprehensive guide to truly local food in Bellingham and Whatcom County. The Food & Farm Finder…

WWU Volleyball Team to be Honored at Seattle Mariners Game April 16

The Western Washington University volleyball team will get another chance to celebrate the amazing 2018 season by being honored prior to the Seattle Mariners game on April 16 at T-Mobile…

Recreation Northwest Launches Public Health Campaign in Bellingham on Whatcom Parkscriptions Day, April 28

Recreation Northwest has launched a new and innovative Parkscriptions Public Health Campaign in Bellingham, Whatcom County, WA. The campaign kicks off on the new, annual Whatcom Parkscriptions Day, on Sunday,…

Chuckanut Brewery Celebrates Skagit Beer Week

It’s that time of year once again and Chuckanut Brewery is jumping on board with a calendar of events for Skagit Farm to Pint Beer Week March 23 through 30.…

Public Education Program: How Climate Change is playing out in the Northwest March 23

The League of Women Voters of Bellingham / Whatcom County invites the public to attend an education program by David Roberts on Saturday, March 23, 2019, at the Bellingham Unitarian…

Bellingham Repertory Dance presents: Groundwork April 12-13

Bellingham Repertory Dance (BRD) presents Groundwork in collaboration with Vytal Movement Dance and local Bellingham company, Hannah Andersen Dance. This split-bill evening of dance works will take place on Friday, April 12…

2019 Smart Business Summit March 28

Sustainable Connections, in partnership with the Community Food Co-op, is excited to announce the 2019 Smart Business Summit on March 28, 2019 from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. at the Ferndale…

Boundary Bay Brewery Celebrates A Comedic Legend with Monthly Film Screening

At Boundary Bay Brewery, 2019 is being celebrated as “A Year of Murray.” Each month a quintessential Bill Murray film will be screened in the Mountain Room at Boundary Bay…

Tour de Whatcom Registration Now Open

The Tour de Whatcom charity bike ride in Bellingham, WA is now open for registration. The ride is Saturday, July 21st, and leaves from Boundary Bay Brewery in Downtown Bellingham.…

International Paddling Film Festival Coming to Bellingham April 5

"This is the first time the festival is being screened in Bellingham, and we are currently the only location hosting the event in Washington State in 2019," said Kristi Kucera,…

Bellingham Puppet and Mask Festival March 21-23

World Puppetry Day is March 21, 2019, and this year Bellingham will be celebrating with a mini-festival from March 21 through March 23. The festival includes a lineup of local…

Modern Quilts: Designs of the New Century Exhibition Travels to the Whatcom Museum in Bellingham this Summer

Experience the power of modern quilting in an exhibition of 60 innovative and inspiring quilts that represent the best of the past decade. “Modern Quilts: Designs of the New Century”…

Odesza, Death Cab concert at Bellingham's Civic Field to highlight WWU Alumni Weekend May 18

ODESZA and Death Cab for Cutie have announced "Double Major," a co-headline benefit show at Civic Stadium in Bellingham at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 18. The show is a homecoming for both bands,…

Sarah Sze’s ‘Split Rock (Northwest)’ to be Newest Installation in WWU’s Renowned Outdoor Sculpture Collection

New York City artist Sarah Sze will be on the campus of Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA on May 8 to dedicate her newest work, “Split Rock (Northwest),” as…

WWU to host Tournées French Film Festival this Spring

Western Washington University’s Department of Modern and Classical Languages will host the Tournées French Film Festival every Monday and Wednesday from April 15 to May 1 in Viking Union 552,…

Hotel Bellwether Lighthouse Grill Welcomes New Executive Chef

Peter Birk recently joined the team of Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham as the new Executive Chef. He brings with him a passion for the freshness of Pacific Northwest foods and…

Executive Director of Downtown Bellingham Partnership to Lead Bellingham 2019 St. Patrick's Day Parade

Alice Clark, the Executive Director for the Downtown Bellingham Partnership has been chosen as the Grand Marshal for the 10th annual Bellingham St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 16, 2019. The Grand…

Bellingham Airport Installs Electric Vehicle Charging Stations for Travelers, Employees

Bellingham International Airport now offers electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in its main airport parking lot. Travelers reserve an EV parking space online at www.flyBLIparking.com and pay an $11.40 reservation…

International Women's Day celebrating Women in the Outdoors March 8

Shifting Gears, a local non-profit in Bellingham, is announcing a week of programs and activities in celebration of International Women’s Day on Friday, March 8, 2019. To bring more attention to…

Bellingham SeaFeast Hires Executive Director to Oversee Popular Waterfront Event

The Bellingham SeaFeast Board of Directors is pleased to announce Liz Purdy has been hired to serve as Executive Director for the increasingly popular annual event which celebrates Whatcom County’s…

33rd Annual Spring Craft and Antique Show Returns to the NW Washington Fair and Event Center in Lynden March 14 - 16

Do you enjoy handcrafts, home and garden decor, gourmet food, unique gifts, vintage and re-purposed treasures? Visit the Lynden Craft and Antique Show where over 100 vendors will fill the…

That's So Metal at Make.Shift Gallery in Bellingham, March 2019

For the month of March, Make.Shift Gallery in Bellingham, invites you to experience its newest exhibit That's So Metal. The gallery will feature a variety of exciting and unique metalwork from local…

Mount Baker Theatre Events March and April 2019

The Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, WA presents the following main stage theatre events in March and April 2019. Monty Python’s SPAMALOT Sunday Mar. 10, 2019, 7:00 p.m. Ticket prices: $79.50, $69.50, $59.50,…

Willowbrook Manor Announces Chamber Music Series

It's like stepping back in time. When you visit Willowbrook Manor English Tea House and Chamomile Farm, you feel like you are visiting a century-old estate. The new Willowbrook Chamber…

Chuckanut Brewery February 2019 Beers

At Chuckanut Brewery we may be bracing for the next storm, but it doesn't stop us from brewing beer and we've got some very interesting ones coming out in February. We've…

Edaleen Dairy Opens New Ice Cream Shop in Bellingham's Fairhaven District

The Fairhaven neighborhood on the south side of Bellingham will join the chorus of “We all scream for ice cream!” when Edaleen Dairy opens its newest ice cream shop Thursday,…

Willows Inn on Lummi Island Named Best Restaurant in North America

[caption id="attachment_72289" align="alignnone" width="606"] Photo by Charity Burggraaf[/caption] For the third consecutive year, The Willows Inn on Lummi Island has been named the number one restaurant in North America by global…

Hotel Bellwether Wine Tasting Social Features 20 Spanish Wines March 14

The Hotel Bellwether and Lighthouse Grill in Bellingham, WA is bringing five dynamic wineries to the Admiral Garden Room on Thursday, March 14, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and featuring…

Best Western Plus Bellingham Airport Hotel Opens

Best Western® Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the opening of the Best Western Plus Bellingham Airport Hotel owned by Today’s VI, LLC after completing a multi-million dollar renovation.…

Willowbrook Manor Opens as English Tea House, Chamomile Farm and Glamping in Washington State

Built as a labor of love and carefully tended, Willowbrook Manor will open for its second season this spring as an English Tea House, Chamomile Farm and glamping location, just…

Nick Biello and the Vagabond Sextet at Sylvia Center for the Arts Feb. 13

Whatcom Jazz Music Arts Center presents NYC saxophonist/multi-instrumentalist and composer Nick Biello at 7 p.m. on Feb. 13, 2019 at Sylvia Center for the Arts in Bellingham, WA. Hailed as "a…

Washington Tourism Alliance Named Official Tourism Marketing Organization for WA State

The Washington State Department of Commerce announced that the Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA) has been awarded a five-year contract to provide tourism marketing services for the State of Washington, effectively…

Cloud Mountain’s nursery opens for the 2019 season!

Cloud Mountain Farm Center at 6906 Goodwin Rd., Everson, WA is now open for the 2019 growing season. The Cloud Mountain Farm Center Nursery is recognized regionally for growing over 75% of…

Bellingham Beer and Music Festival Presents Radio Isn't Dead, June 29, 2019

“Radio Isn’t Dead” will be the theme for the Sixth Annual Bellingham Beer and Music Festival at the North Bellingham Golf Course tent pavilion on June 29, 2019. The Festival…

Sweetheart Dinner at Chuckanut Brewery, Feb. 14

Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show your sweetheart how much you care and what better way to do that than a special dinner for two at Chuckanut Brewery…

Recreation Northwest EXPO Offers Free Admission on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019

The Recreation Northwest EXPO is ready to deliver fun for free to the public in Bellingham, WA. With more than 70 exhibitors expected, the EXPO is your opportunity to connect…

Community invited to Treaty of Point Elliott panel event Jan. 25 at Whatcom Community College

Signed in 1855, the Treaty of Point Elliott is an integral part of the history of the greater Puget Sound and has had tremendous impacts on the tribal rights, culture,…

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth Presents: The Firebird, Feb. 1 - 3 and 8 - 10

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents a theatrical adaptation of the Slavic folktale, The Firebird in Feb. 2019. A long time ago, in a distant land far from here, lived a…

Chrysalis Spa December Donation to NAMI Whatcom

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa presented their December 2018 spa donation in the amount of $2,000 to the Whatcom affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. NAMI, the nation’s largest…

Western Libraries Hosts ‘Hello, Dear Enemy’ Through March 22

An exhibit of printed posters featuring images and text from picture books that provide an international perspective on conflict, peace, and humanity, will be on display at Western Washington University…

Whatcom Museum Welcomes New Education and Curatorial Staff

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham is pleased to announce the addition of four new staff members. In the fall, the Museum hired Sarah Hart as the Education and Engagement Manager,…

Allegiant Airlines Announces Nonstop Flights from Bellingham to Anchorage

Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announces service from Bellingham International Airport (BLI) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) beginning May 22, 2019. To celebrate, the company is offering fares on…

Fan Fest to move to Birch Bay for 2019

Each August for the past 4 years Hawks fans from around the Pacific Northwest have gathered to celebrate Fan Fest. For 2019, the 5th annual Fan Fest event will be held…

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration in Bellingham to Recognize "Mothers of the Movement"

The City of Bellingham's annual Martin Luther King Jr. event will celebrate "Mothers of the Movement" this year with a program centered on the role of women and women of…

Aslan Brewing To Open Taproom in Seattle

Coming Summer 2019 - Aslan Brewing Seattle! Located in the heart of the Fremont neighborhood, this new taproom will serve exclusive organic beer brewed by and delivered directly from Aslan…

Bowls Abound in Barkley Village as MIX Restaurant Opens Second Bellingham Location

Whatcom County’s second MIX restaurant is now open at 2925 Newmarket Street in the thriving Barkley Village neighborhood of Bellingham. MIX offers fresh, made-to-order salads, hot broth bowls, and…

Chuckanut Brewery Beers for January 2019

Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham, WA is starting the new year off with some delicious unusual and traditional ales and lager beers. The year-round standards like Pilsner, Kolsch, Vienna Lager and…

Hotel Bellwether Creates "Month of Love" for February 2019

Join us at the Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, WA for a month of delicious menus, special rates, and beautiful memories as you share the beautifully dedicated month of February with…

Whatcom Community College Recent Athletic Honors Include National Scholar Award

Whatcom Community College soccer player Camron Miller was selected to the 2018 Junior College Men’s Scholar All-America Team by the United Soccer Coaches Association. Student athletes are selected by a…

Winter 2019 Exhibitions at the Whatcom Museum Feature Washington’s World War II History and Artists’ Responses to Landscape

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, WA will host two exhibitions at the Museum campus this winter: Washington Remembers WWII: Their Sacrifice. Our Freedom. at Old City Hall, January 19 –…

2019 Ski to Sea Race Registration is Open

Whatcom Events in Bellingham, WA is pleased to announce registration for the 47th Annual Ski to Sea Race, from Mt. Baker Ski Area to Bellingham Bay, is now open. Registration opened Jan. 4 and…

Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham Announces New Year's Resolutions: Exclusive Hotel Rates and Dining During the Month of January 2019

[caption id="attachment_71266" align="alignnone" width="300"] Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham / Credit: Amy Parsons Photography[/caption] Wine and dine yourself in style as you welcome in the New Year with New Year’s Resolutions at…

Bellingham Breweries Release Resilience IPA to Benefit Camp Fire Recovery Efforts in California

On Wednesday, December 19, two Bellingham breweries Boundary Bay Brewing Co. and Wander Brewing are each releasing Resilience IPA, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company’s nationwide fundraising brew. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company created…

Bellewood Acres Welcomes New Family Ownership

A family that wants to increase awareness of agriculture and how food gets to our tables recently became co-owners of Whatcom County’s Bellewood Acres. Eric and Julie Abel, plus their son…

Larry the Cable Guy to Perform at 2019 Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden

Larry the Cable Guy, one of the country’s top stand-up comedians, will perform Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019 as part of the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series at the…

Chuckanut Brewery Beers for December

Toast to all the love that abounds this holiday season with a great beer. Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham announces numerous new beers available in December, including: Schwarzbier, Oat Lager, Baltic…

Local libraries, Village Books announce Whatcom READS 2019 Events

Whatcom READS – Whatcom County’s premier annual literary series – presents its 11th title, The Big Burn: Teddy Roosevelt & the Fire that Saved America by Timothy Egan. Though set…

Bellingham’s Oldest Fitness Facility Celebrates 45 Years and a Major Remodel and Expansion

December 16, 2018 marked the 45th anniversary for the Bellingham Training and Tennis Club, but it now looks like a brand new facility. Over the last five years, owners Doug…

Bassoonist Martin Kuuskmann returns for Mozart's Birthday with the Whatcom Symphony, Jan. 27

Grammy-nominated bassoonist and former Blaine resident Martin Kuuskmann will join the Whatcom Symphony in Bellingham, WA on January 27, 2019 for Happy Birthday, Amadeus! The joyful tribute to the prolific composer…

U.S. Department of Education awards Whatcom Community College more than $2 million in grants

The United States Department of Education (DOE) has awarded Whatcom Community College in Bellingham, WA two grants that total more than $2 million. The grants support many of WCC’s long-term…

Spark Museum Wins Bellingham 2018 Tourism Business of the Year

Spark Museum of Electrical Invention has won the 2018 Tourism Business of the Year presented by Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism. Spark Museum presents one of the largest exhibits of early electrical…

BAAY Presents: Urinetown

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth children's theater presents the bold musical comedy, Urinetown, performed by senior students ages 13-16 Performances run January 11-13 and 18-20 at the BAAY Theatre in…

NW Washington Farm-to-Table Trade Meeting Feb. 19, 2019

Sustainable Connections invites all food businesses, farmers and fishermen to the NW Washington Farm-to-Table Trade Meeting on February 19, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Bellingham Technical College…

Skylark’ s Hidden Cafe acquired by Bellingham’s Brad Haggen

A longtime Fairhaven District restaurant will continue to have local ownership after its acquisition today by Brad Haggen of Bellingham. Skylark’s Hidden Café, a favorite of Bellingham residents and tourists…

Join the Shellebration: Second Year of Open Shellfish Harvesting in Drayton Harbor

Join Blaine, WA and celebrate the two-year anniversary of lifted shellfish harvesting restrictions in Drayton Harbor. The public is invited to attend the Drayton Harbor Shellebration on Friday, December 14…

Bellingham Farmers Market Continues Saturdays Through Dec. 22 - Fresh, Local, Festive!

The days are getting colder and darker, but there is still plenty of light and warmth at the Bellingham Farmers Market each Saturday! There are four more Markets before the…

Honey Salon and Gallery in Bellingham presents “Papercuts ” Artwork by Aaron Brick

Honey Salon and Gallery is proud to present “Papercuts,” a new collection by Aaron Brick. This new collection is made up of cut paper pieces that are based off of…

Vision and Voices Series: Forgotten Films from Cinema's Women Directors

VISIONS & VOICES: Forgotten Films from Cinema's Women Directors is a silent film series presented by CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival in Bellingham, WA. We are currently one of only two film…

WWU Volleyball Head Coach Named Coach of the Year

Western Washington University head volleyball coach Diane Flick-Williams has been named the 2018 American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Division II West Region Coach of the Year. This marks the third time…

Hotel Bellwether's Premier Wine Tasting Social Announces December Wineries

The Hotel Bellwether and Lighthouse Grill in Bellingham, WA are bringing four incredible wineries to the hotel's Compass Wine Room for a Premier Wine Tasting Social on Thursday, December 13,…

Two Nonprofits Join Forces to Strengthen Local Food Systems in Whatcom County

Sustainable Connections and Cloud Mountain Farm Center near Bellingham, WA have announced they will be merging together into one nonprofit. Completion of the merger is expected to take place on…

Boundary Bay Brewery's Winter Seasonal Beer, Cabin Fever, Highlights Local Artist

Boundary Bay Brewery’s newly released winter seasonal beer six-packs, Cabin Fever, features artwork from Bellingham artist Evan Whitehead. Whitehead, a Bellingham native, who been an artist for 20 years (self taught),…

Cheesemakers Host Creamery Crawl in Ferndale Dec. 8

There’s a good reason to get cheesy this festive season, with a Creamery Crawl open house at 3 locations in Ferndale, WA Dec. 8. Whatcom County’s top cheesemakers will each…

Bellinghamopoly has Arrived!

The Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce announced that Bellinghamopoly, the Bellingham-themed monopoly game which features local businesses, events and parks is in stores now. The game can be purchased at Bellingham…

Holiday Trees Benefiting Skookum Kids at Hotel Bellwether in December

Hotel Bellwether will be hosting its 7th annual Holiday Trees Benefiting Skookum Kids. Hotel Bellwether transforms into a Holiday Wonderland with festive trees decorated by local businesses on display during…

Lynden PRCA Rodeo Donates $50,000 to Cancer Patient Care

Tough Enough to Wear Pink, a committee of the Lynden PRCA Rodeo, recently donated $50,000 towards patient care to Bellingham’s PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center. The contribution is the highest total…

Best of the West Travel to Bellingham for NCAA II Volleyball Regional Championships Nov. 15 -18

The Western Washington University volleyball team has been selected as the No. 1 seed in the West Region and will host the eight-team West Regional in the 2018 NCAA Division…

Inspiration and Innovation at Bellingham's Green Building Slam, 10x10x10

Sustainable Connections announces the first Bellingham Green Building Slam on Friday, December 7 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. at Sylvia Center For the Arts, 205 Prospect Street, Bellingham. A simple idea started years ago by…

Gratitude IPA, Brewed in Appreciation of Veterans, Raises Funds for Nonprofit Veteran Organization

Boundary Bay Brewery’s newest limited-release Gratitude IPA is brewed in appreciation of our country's veterans and will help raise funds for a nonprofit veteran-support organization. Yakima Chief Hops (YCH) created a…

Make.Shift Partners with Neighbors for 8th Annual Make.Sale Dec. 7 and 8

Make.Shift, Runaway Press, Cafe Velo and Icing on the Cake will partner to host Make.Shift’s Eighth Annual Holiday Make.Sale in the heart of Bellingham’s Arts District on Friday, Dec. 7…

Mount Baker Theatre Presents Seattle International Comedy Competition's Big Night

Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham announces the semifinals of the Seattle International Comedy Competition on the Main Stage, Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. This event is a pivotal…

Mount Baker Theatre Invites Community to a Free Open House

Mount Baker Theatre invites the community to attend an Open House Tour on Friday, November 9 from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. The 91-year-old historic venue is located in downtown…

Nokkelost Cheese Available at Everybody's Store for 2018 Holidays

Everybody’s Store in Deming, WA is pleased to provide and ship special Nokkelost cheese for your holiday table setting. Since 2001, Everybody's store has been the American source for this thousand-year-old…

November is Feast Month at Chuckanut Brewery’s Kitchen

Looking to experience a different kind of food every time you visit the same restaurant? Look no further than Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in November to feed your inner glutton!…

Squalicum Harbor Fishing Fleet Recognized in New Interpretive Signs, Unveiling Ceremony Nov. 1

Squalicum Harbor in Bellingham is well-known as a prime location for recreational boaters to access the San Juan Islands and some of the best cruising grounds in the world. But…

The Capitol Steps at Mount Baker Theatre Nov. 4, 2018

Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, WA announces a 3:00 p.m. matinee performance of political satire and musical comedy from Washington DC touring troupe The Capitol Steps on Sunday, November 4,…

Chrysalis Spa Donates to Whatcom Center for Early Learning

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa presented their August spa donation in the amount of $2,100 to Whatcom Center for Early Learning in Bellingham, which provides comprehensive, family-centered early intervention services…

Downtown Bellingham Partnership Second Annual Holiday Wine Walk Nov. 9, 2018

After a successful event last fall, the Downtown Bellingham Partnership has announced the return of the Holiday Wine Walk, scheduled for Nov. 9 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The…

Port of Bellingham Switching to 100% Wind and Solar Energy

The Port of Bellingham is teaming up with Puget Sound Energy (PSE) to reduce its carbon footprint by purchasing 100 percent of its power from wind and solar energy sources. …

Western Washington University to Host 16th Annual Children's Literature Conference Feb. 23

Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA will host five award-winning children’s and young adult book authors and illustrators from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019 at…

Sip Northwest 2018 Best of the Northwest Awards 9 Medals to Bellingham Craft Breweries

Sip Northwest magazine released its seventh annual Best of the Northwest awards issue in October 2018, including the winners of its grand tasting competition. In the beer category, nine medals…

WWU Volleyball Rises to No. 4 in AVCA Division II Coaches Poll

Riding a current 17-match winning streak, the Western Washington University volleyball team climbed two spots to No. 4 in this week’s American Volleyball Coaches Association Division II Coaches Poll. WWU received…

The Nutcracker Dec. 5 - 6, 2018 at Mount Baker Theatre

OPUS Performing Arts is proud to present The Nutcracker in collaboration with Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth (BAAY) on December 5-6, 2018, 7 p.m. at Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham,…

MIX Restaurants Opens First Location on West Holly in Bellingham

Today, MIX Restaurants opens its first location at 215 West Holly Street in Bellingham. MIX adds a new fast casual dining option to the popular downtown Bellingham area. The restaurant…

Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center: October is Community Conflict Resolution Month

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) invites the Bellingham community to join in recognition of October 2018 as Community Conflict Resolution Month. City of Bellingham Mayor Kelli Linville and Whatcom County…

The RE Store and Partners to Host First Trick or Treat in the Fountain District

The RE Store, SaviBank, and Heliotrope Hotel are heading up the first Trick or Treat at the Fountain, a family-friendly Halloween celebration at the Fountain District in Bellingham. "The Fountain District…

Fairhaven Fa-La-La Caroling Competition is Winterfest Holiday Finale in Bellingham Dec. 22

Come experience the true spirit of the holiday season with the gift of giving through song at the first annual Fairhaven Fa-La-La Caroling Competition and Fundraiser on Saturday, December 22,…

Cherry Point Science Forum Focuses on Research and Citizen Science at Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve Oct. 13

The Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve Citizen Stewardship Committee is hosting its annual Cherry Point Science Forum to talk about research being done at Cherry Point and the Salish Sea at…

Lummi Nation Announces Purchase of Loomis Trail Golf Course in Blaine

The Lummi Nation announces the acquisition of the crown jewel of the Washington golfing community, Loomis Trail Golf Course. The Lummi Nation is excited to acquire this land and will…

Hotel Bellwether Kicks Off Wine Tasting Series Oct. 11

The Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, WA will feature monthly Wine Tasting Socals on Oct. 11, Nov. 15, and Dec. 11, 2018. Each of these casual wine tasting events will take…

October Beers from Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham

We've all been waiting for this cooler weather and Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham, WA is happy that there's time to make some of their favorite one-off beers for autumn. New World…

Boundary Bay Brewery and D4 Productions Collaborate for Beer Release Dark Darkness: A Dark Porter

Boundary Bay Brewery in Bellingham, WA is partnering with local film producer, D4 Productions, to co-host The Darkness Convention. The event kicks off the release of Dark Darkness: A Dark…

Bellingham and Whatcom County Craft Breweries Win 55 Medals at 2018 National Beer Competitions

Bellingham and Whatcom County breweries continue to bring home awards. To date, the region's 15 breweries have received at least 55 medals from seven 2018 beer competitions. Three additional honors…

Whatcom Community College Free Mental Health First Aid Classes, Oct. 15-18

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Sept. 28, 2018 Sign up for free mental health first aid classes Daylong classes offered Monday, Oct. 15 and Thursday, Oct. 18 Bellingham, Wash. – Whatcom Community College’s Area…

Second Annual Whatcom Housing Week, Oct. 21-25

Bellingham, WA, September 27, 2018 – The Whatcom Housing Alliance, a new coalition created to help solve the housing crisis, announces the second annual Whatcom Housing Week, Sunday, October 21st –…

Bellingham’s First Beer Run – Trails to Taps Relay Oct. 21

Whatcom Events is pleased to announce the first Trails to Taps Relay in Belllingham on Sunday, October 21, 2018. Registration for the fun beer run is now open, and 75…

Whatcom Community College awarded $5 million from the National Science Foundation

Whatcom Community College (WCC) in Bellingham, WA was recently awarded five grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF) that total nearly $5 million. The grants focus on improving STEM (science,…

Make.Shift Hosts 10-Year Anniversary Party and Silent Auction

Make.Shift will celebrate its 10th anniversary by throwing a free, all-ages party and silent auction. The free event on Sept. 29, 2018 will be held at Make.Shift located at 306…

Lynden Music Festival 2018 Welcomes YouTube Sensation

This year the Lynden Music Festival welcomes YouTube star Matthew Ball, aka The Boogie Woogie Kid, who became a hit on YouTube with now over 4.2 million views, on Thursday,…

Chuckanut Brewery Wins Two Medals at 2018 GABF

Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham has done it again! Chuckanut beer was awarded two medals at the 2018 GABF (Great American Beer Festival): a gold for Chuckanut Dunkel Lager and a…

Sylvia Center for the Arts Fall Schedule of Events

Sylvia Center for the Arts in Bellingham, WA continues to host community events in two new downtown performances spaces. Community Poetry Readings & Concert: BELLINGHAM SEAFEAST 2018 Fri, Sep 21, 6 p.m.…

Cloud Mountain Farm Annual Fall Fruit Festival Oct. 6 - 7, 2018

Join Cloud Mountain Farm Center in Everson, WA for the 29th annual Fall Fruit Festival, Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, October 7 from 11…

Lynden Craft and Antique Show Returns for 29th Year, Oct. 18 - 20, 2018

The Lynden Craft and Antique Show returns to the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds, Thursday, October 18th through Saturday October 20th, 2018. Shoppers will enjoy perusing the familiar and fun new finds of…

WWU Sanford-Hill Piano Series Presents Philip Edward Fisher Oct. 12

Award-winning U.K. pianist Philip Edward Fisher will perform the first concert of the 2018-19 Sanford-Hill Piano Series in the Performing Arts Center Concert Hall at Western Washington University in Bellingham at…

Guided Stream Tours in Bellingham 2018

Whatcom, Squalicum and Padden Creeks are among Bellingham's most valuable local natural resources, providing habitat for fish and wildlife and recreational opportunities for Bellingham citizens. The City of Bellingham's Habitat…

Plenty of ‘smash hits’ will be heard at Fall Demo Derby on Sept. 22

Coming off a series of “smash hits” recorded at a sold-out performance during fair week, local drivers return for an encore at the Fall Demo Derby on Saturday, Sept. 22…

Bellingham Festival of Music Presents Emerald City Music in Chamber at Old City Hall, Oct. 28

Bellingham Festival of Music patrons love the annual, and always sold-out, Chamber by the Bay concert presented during the summer season. The beautiful and intimate setting of the Bellingham Cruise…

City of Bellingham Proposes Agreement to Purchase Former JCPenney Building Downtown

On Monday Sept. 10, Mayor Kelli Linville announced the City of Bellingham is considering a proposal to enter into a public-private partnership to redevelop 1314 Cornwall Ave. (the former JCPenney…

Fresh Hop Forum at Aslan Depot, Sept. 29

It's every hoppy beer drinker's favorite time of year - FRESH HOP SEASON! To celebrate this magical yearly hop harvest Aslan Brewing in Bellingham is assembling a tap list of…

New Cascade Peaks IPA Series from Kulshan Brewing

With the North Cascades right at their back door, it’s quite fitting that the newest line of IPAs released by the Kulshan Brewing Company is named the Cascade Peaks IPA…

‘Modest Forms of Biocultural Hope’ Opens Sept. 26 at the Western Gallery

Can species thrive together? Can we learn from nature to remediate environmental problems? Is hope possible in the Anthropocene? The fall exhibition at Western Gallery on the Western Washington University campus…

Whatcom Water Week Sept 15 to 22, 2018

Water – It’s Everybody’s Business. Join the Whatcom Watersheds Information Network and celebrate Whatcom Water Week 2018 through a series of free events held throughout Whatcom County from September 15…

Bellingham's First Cider Tasting Festival Set for Sept. 14, 2018

Local nonprofit Shifting Gears will host Sippin’ on Cider: A Bellingham Cider Tasting Festival at Lost Giants Cider Co from 6 to 10 p.m., on Friday, Sept. 14, 2018. The…

Shop with a Chef Tour at Bellingham Farmer's Market, Sept. 15

Sustainable Connections and the Bellingham Farmers Market announce a special Eat Local Month event, Shop With A Chef, on Sept. 15, 2018. Executive chef Todd Alan Martin from Hundred North…

Hotel Bellwether Blues, Brews and BBQ Music Event Welcomes Miller Campbell (Cousin of Glenn) Sept. 6

The Hotel Bellwether and Lighthouse Grill in Bellingham, WA outdoor music event Blues, Brews and BBQ features Miller Campbell on Thursday, September 6 at 5 p.m. Born into a musical family, Miller…

Chuckanut Brewery and Kitchen Traditional Family Oktoberfest September 8

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in Bellingham, WA will host its third Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. This year the fun will happen between 1 p.m. and 10 pm. The celebration of…

NFL Alumni and Pro Golfers at Northwest Indian College Pro-Am Golf Scramble Aug 23 in Lynden

The Northwest Indian College is hosting its 16th annual Big Drive for Education. This year the college will be partnering with the NFL Alumni Association and Lady 12 to bring…

WWU Volleyball 2018 Conference Schedule at Home, Opens Sept. 6 and Sept. 8

The Western Washington University volleyball team head into the 2018 season as the defending Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) champions after posting a 27-4 overall record and 19-1 league mark during…

Compete for a Cause events in Bellingham Sept 8 and 9

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) in Bellingham invites members of the community to take part in two exciting events the weekend of Sept. 8 and 9. These events allow…

Whatcom Museum Explores Fragile Balance of Endangered Species and Biodiversity in New Exhibition Sept. 8, 2018 - Jan. 6, 2019

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, WA takes on a thought-provoking topic in Endangered Species: Artists on the Front Line of Biodiversity, an interdisciplinary exhibition highlighting 80 works of art, from rare…

Bellingham City Club Presents Our Towns - A 100,000 Mile Journey Into the Heart of America, Aug. 22

Critically acclaimed authors, James and Deborah Fallows will regale attendees at the Wednesday, August 22, 2018 Bellingham City Club meeting with tales from the creation of their first co-written book,…

Chrysalis Inn & Spa Donates $2,190 to YWCA Bellingham

The YWCA Bellingham most graciously extends heartfelt thanks to The Chrysalis Inn & Spa for the generous July donation of $2,190 to help continue the legacy of providing the most…

Aloca Donates $30,000 to Expand Whatcom Community College Engineering Program

Alcoa Foundation awarded Whatcom Community College (WCC) in Bellingham, WA a grant of $30,000 for the second year to support the expansion of the College’s pre-engineering program. With $25,000 awarded last…

2018 Whatcom Farm Tour Weekend September 8 - 9

Get the full farm-to-table experience in the Bellingham region with Whatcom County Farm Tour Weekend, Sept. 8 - 9, 2018. Discover Whatcom County Farms on one of the best and…

September Is Eat Local Month in Bellingham, WA

This September, Sustainable Connections in Bellingham, WA invites all to celebrate our local food community and partake in events like Farm Tour Weekend Sept. 8 - 9, restaurant specials, grocery discounts,…

Whatcom Symphony 43rd Season Kicks Off With 'Rhythm & Beauty'

The Whatcom Symphony kicks off its 43rd season with a celebration of rhythm, beauty, and a treat for local foodies. The 2018-2019 season officially opens on Sunday, September 30, 2018 at…

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth Presents Chicago: High School Edition, Aug. 31 - Sept. 9

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth proudly presents the theater production Chicago: High School Edition, Aug. 31 - Sept. 9, 2018. Directed by Teri Grimes, this BAAY Pro production showcases talented performers…

Ride WTA Buses Free to Northwest Washington Fair and Everywhere Aug 12 - 18, 2018

Whatcom Transit Authority (WTA) will provide free rides on all buses (except Route 80X to Mount Vernon) from August 12 through August 18, 2018. Headed to the Northwest Washington Fair? WTA…

Whatcom Women in Business Announce 2018 Professional Woman of the Year Finalists

Whatcom Women in Business has released the names of the six Finalists in the running for the prestigious title of 2018 Professional Women of the Year. Chosen from among many community nominations by…

Four Points Bellingham Hires Matt Lesinski for Marketing Director

Matt Lesinski recently returned to Bellingham as Marketing Manager at Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center. Lesinski, a Western Washington University graduate, has nine years of marketing and…

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth Presents Once Upon a Mattress Aug. 24 - 26, 2018

Once Upon a Mattress hits the Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth (BAAY) stage on August 24-26, 2018. This lighthearted musical is based on the fairy tale “The Princess and the…

Catch a Ride on an All Electric Bus in Bellingham

Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) in Bellingham, WA is leasing an all-electric bus for the months of August through December, 2018. The 42-foot Catalyst E2 bus is from Proterra, a manufacturer based…

New Skye Hill Station in Blaine, WA Featuring Lighthouse Starbucks and Blaine Welcome Center Opens July 26

Starbucks is opening what may be considered one of its most elaborate locations in the country in the seaside town of Blaine, WA on Thursday morning, July 26, 2018 at…

NW Washington Fair in Lynden offering free admission Aug. 15 to active, retired military personnel

Active-duty retired and veteran military personnel, plus spouses and children who are with them, may enter the 108th Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden for free on Wednesday, Aug. 15, during…

WWU to Host 29th Annual Keybank Viking Night on September 14

The Western Washington University Department of Athletics in Bellingham, WA has announced that the 29th Annual KeyBank Viking Night Dinner & Auction will be held on Friday, September 14, 2018,…

Bellingham's Hundred North and Atwood Ales of Blaine Partner for a Field Dinner

Bellingham fine dining restaurant, Hundred North and Belgian style farmhouse brewers, Atwood Ales are partnering to bring the Pacific Northwest its own field dinner, in the style of chef Jim…

City of Bellingham enters agreement to secure recreational use for popular mountain bike location Galbraith Mountain

The City of Bellingham, Whatcom Land Trust, and Galbraith Tree Farm LLC have entered into a purchase and sale agreement that secures the public’s recreational use of up to 65…

Bellingham Mayor Announces Second Annual City Center Awards

Bellingham Mayor Kelli Linville honored four businesses at the second annual City Center Award Ceremony on July 12 at the Pickford Film Center. These awards showcase and recognize some of…

Astronaut Slated for Kids Math and Science Expo This Fall

The second annual Kids Math and Science Expo in Lynden, WA will feature US Astronaut Wendy Lawrence who will be personally demonstrating the use of a wind tunnel. The Expo…

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth Theatre Presents Chicago Aug. 31 - Sept. 9

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth theatre proudly presents Chicago: High School Edition. Directed by Teri Grimes, this BAAY Pro production showcases talented performers ages 14-17, many of which have received extensive…

Bellingham Author Publishes New Cookbook

A new cookbook titled The Weeknight Mediterranean Kitchen goes on sale Tuesday, July 24. It is published by Bellingham resident and author Samantha Ferraro, founder of The Little Ferraro Kitchen…

A New Barbecue Spot, Burnt Ends, Opens in Lynden This Summer

Local business owners and culinarians Oleg Vetkov and Gabriel Clayc-amp open Burnt Ends, a dynamic family restaurant, bar, and catering company. Bringing years of culinary experience and a zeal for…

Kulshan Brewing Company Launches a New Look

Since opening their doors in 2012, Kulshan Brewing Company has been brewing true-to-style, award-winning ales and lagers in Bellingham, WA with great success. Just a few short years after opening…

Chrysalis Inn and Spa Donates to Bellingham Pride

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa presented $2,100 to Bellingham Pride, representing the spa’s June donation in honor of Pride Month. Bellingham Pride is a 100% volunteer-based organization that would not…

Food, fun and Foxworthy highlight Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden

A new carnival, plenty of fair food favorites and grandstand entertainers led by nationally popular comedian Jeff Foxworthy highlight the 108th Northwest Washington Fair, scheduled Aug. 13-18 in Lynden. This year’s…

Hotel Bellwether's Blues, Brews and BBQ Welcomes the Lowdown Brass Band from Chicago

The Hotel Bellwether and Lighthouse Grill is bringing The Lowdown Brass Band to a special edition of Blues, Brews and BBQ on Tuesday, July 31, 2018, with The Staxx Brothers…

The City of Bellingham is Now Accepting 2019 Tourism Grant Applications

[caption id="attachment_66602" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Rooftop Cinema with Pickford Film Center. Photo by Aaron Brick[/caption] Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. Friday, September 7, 2018. The grant is a competitive process and…

Introducing Bellingham's Greatest Festival - Bacon & Kegs

Whatcom Center for Early Learning will present the first Bacon & Kegs Festival at the Depot Market Square on Sunday, August 26. The festival will feature beer and cider from…

WCC awarded more than $770,000 in aerospace and healthcare grant funding

The Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) approved grants for healthcare and aerospace training totaling more than $770,000, which will go to expand aerospace and healthcare programs…

Building on Birchwood International Market Momentum

Sustainable Connections is calling the first-ever Birchwood International Market, held on June 29th, a great success and is now in the process of planning the next market that will take…

Barkley Village and Haggen Food & Pharmacy Host Benefit Concert for Lydia Place

On Saturday, August 11, 2018, Haggen Food & Pharmacy and Barkley Village present the first ever outdoor concert in Barkley Village with all proceeds benefiting Lydia Place. The concert will…

Sulkin Gift Benefits Middle School Students in Summer Science Program at WWU

A group of 20-25 middle school students will be the first class to take a new Western Washington University Youth Programs course this summer, thanks to the generosity of Shelley…

Chuckanut Brewery Celebrates 10 years of Beer in Bellingham

Chuckanut Brewery celebrates ten years of brewing beer with its 10 Days of 10 Years of Chuckanut event series beginning Friday, July 13 through July 22, in Bellingham, WA. Each…

Bellingham Northwest Wine Festival Aug. 4, 2018

Over 150 wines from nearly 50 Pacific Northwest wineries will be served at the third annual Bellingham Northwest Wine Festival on August 4, 2018. This year’s Festival returns to the Four…

Bellingham SeaFeast 2017 Offers Family Fun, Fabulous Food

The 2nd annual Bellingham SeaFeast, scheduled Sept. 22-23, will overflow with family fun and fabulous food – and admission is free to almost everything. New activities combine with last year’s favorites…

Bellingham SeaFeast Friday and Saturday, Sept. 21 - 22, 2018

The third annual Bellingham SeaFeast takes place Sept. 21-22, 2018 at Squalicum Harbor in Bellingham, WA, as a celebration of the abundant waterfront and fishing heritage in Whatcom County. A…

Atwood Ales Wins at Washington Beer Awards, Seattle Magazine's Best of Beer Awards

Atwood Ales Farm Brewery added several new feathers to its cap, bringing home two awards from the sixth annual Washington Beer Awards® as well as being named finalists for Washington’s…

Hotel Bellingham names Hudson as Sales Manager

Kayla Hudson has been appointed Sales Manager at Hotel Bellingham. The 132-room Hotel Bellingham recently came under the management of Providence Hospitality Partners. Hudson will handle group lodging arrangements. She has…

Road to Artist Point on Mt. Baker Highway is Open for 2018 Summer Season

[caption id="attachment_65003" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Photo courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation[/caption] GLACIER – The summer hiking season is kicking off near Mount Baker. Crews opened the gate to the seasonal…

Winemaker Dinner Features Top NW Rosé Wines at Keenan’s at the Pier

A four-course gourmet dinner paired with some of the region’s top Rosé wines will be presented at 6 p.m. July 17 at Keenan’s at the Pier, one of Bellingham’s finest…

Chuckanut Brewery Wins Six Medals at Washington Beer Awards

[caption id="attachment_65648" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Picture includes Michael Toomes (Head of Operations), Joe Heldt (Brewer) and Rick Burns (Brewer)[/caption] On June 16th the Washington Beer Awards announced the 117 breweries who won…

Bellingham Beer Prom Benefit Brews Hope and Funding to Fight Homelessness

On Saturday, June 30th, Kulshan Brewing Company and Lydia Place invite you to dress in your most outrageous 80s prom attire, and head to Bellingham Beer Prom at the Leopold…

Downtown Bellingham Partnership Announces Lineup for the 2018 Downtown Sounds Concert Series

[caption id="attachment_65464" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Photo courtesy of Downtown Bellingham Partnership.[/caption] The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) has announced the artist lineup for its signature outdoor concert series, Downtown Sounds. Now in its 14th…

Mount Baker Theatre's Community Pre-Sale Includes Early Access to 2018-2019 Events and Festive Open House

Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham announces a Community Pre-Sale Party for 2018-19 Events, Sunday, July 15, 2 pm – 5 pm. MBT is celebrating the local community with early access…

Stroll Through the Streets of Bellingham for the Downtown Market Walk

Sustainable Connections in Bellingham, Wash. invites the public to attend the Downtown Market Walk on July 21st from 11-3pm. Start your walk at the Community Food Co-op, 1220 N. Forest St…

Boundary Bay Takes Home Their 51st NABA Award, Wins Bronze Award at World Beer

Boundary Bay Brewery from Bellingham, Wash. is proud to announce that their barleywine-style ale, Old Bounder won the Silver medal in the American Barley Wine-Style Ale category at North American Brewers Association (NABA)…

Beer Garden Season Kicks Off at Boundary Bay, Opening Bellingham's Backyard

[caption id="attachment_65450" align="aligncenter" width="500"] DJ Yogoman performing. Courtesy photo from Boundary Bay.[/caption] Beer garden season has arrived, and Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro is proud to invite the community to enjoy…

Mount Baker Theatre Presents Country Legend Clint Black Live in the Main Theatre August 5

[caption id="attachment_65443" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Courtesy photo from Mount Baker Theatre[/caption] Mount Baker Theatre in downtown Bellingham announces a one-night engagement of country music superstar Clint Black, Sunday, August 5 at 8…

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa Presents Their May Spa Donation

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa presented another monthly spa donation in the amount of $2,000, this time to support Officer Community Care for May. Support Officer Community Care is a…

Final stop on Chautauqua-State Parks summer tour comes to Whatcom County

[caption id="attachment_65291" align="aligncenter" width="500"] New Old Time Chautauqua - State Parks Summer Tour 2016The NOTC stopped at Larrabee State Park, located between Bellingham and Mount Vernon. Head Ranger Amber Forest is…

Inn at Lynden and Homestead Farms Golf Club Present TeeForeTwo Special

The Inn at Lynden and Homestead Farms Golf Club are excited to announce a ‘stay and play’ package in the charming Dutch-inspired town of Lynden, Washington. For $299 guests get to…

Chuckanut Brewery Wins Five Medals at North American Beer Awards

This year Chuckanut Brewery from Bellingham, Wash. was richly rewarded with five major medals at the North American Beer Awards Competition. This prestigious, long-standing beer competition in its 22nd year supports…

Demo Derby and Rodeo Return to Offer Action-Filled Performances at Lynden Fair

A pair of action-packed events, the Northwest Washington Fair’s Demolition Derby and the Lynden PRCA Rodeo, return to the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series during this year’s Fair…

Pepper Sisters Restaurant Celebrates its 30 Year Anniversary!

Pepper Sisters American southwest cuisine in Bellingham, WA is excited to celebrate its 30-year anniversary on August 18, 2018! Melding unique, regional flavors, Pepper Sisters offers wholesome, scratch-made New Mexican…

City of Blaine Invites You to the Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration

[caption id="attachment_65011" align="aligncenter" width="550"] Photo courtesy of the City of Blaine[/caption] What’s red, white, blue and fun all over? The seaside town of Blaine’s 4th of July Celebration, where thousands come…

Good Time Girls Tours Announce New Ownership, Bellinghistory 2018 Tours

The Good Time Girls return for another season of walking tours under new ownership. Old favorites and new tours will be offered June-September under the command of former guides Kolby LaBree…

Aslan Brewing and Northwest Youth Services Present: Ally Ale

In honor of Pride Month, Aslan Brewing Co. and Northwest Youth Services have teamed up to present Ally Ale, a Tropical Golden Ale, set to be released in draft and cans on…

Chrysalis Inn and Spa Presents Their April Donation to Women Sharing Hope

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa in Bellingham, Wash. presented their April spa donation in the amount of $2,000 to Women Sharing Hope (WSH), specifically, the nonprofit’s Community Funds for emergent…

Mark Twain Sculpture Installed in Fairhaven, WA

A bronze sculpture of Mark Twain seated on a bench was installed on Saturday, May 26 in front of Village Books and Paper Dreams on 11th Street in Historic Fairhaven…

Motorcycle Riders Will Head to Blaine for "Ride to the Border", June 2

[caption id="attachment_64661" align="aligncenter" width="455"] Photo courtesy of Blaine Chamber[/caption] Located at the northwest U.S. 4th Corner, The seaside town of Blaine is where hundreds of riders come from around the country…

NW Washington Fair Foundation Hosts Dinner, Auction in Lynden to Raise Funds for Agriculture Education Center

Supporters of a new Agricultural Education Center in Lynden hope a dinner and auction June 15 will raise the final funds needed to start construction this year. The Northwest Washington Fair…

Tall Ships Return, Offering Tours and Sails at Blaine Harbor Marina this June

History will come alive in Blaine, Wash. this June as the tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain make their return trip to Blaine Harbor Marina. The tall ships, part…

Inaugural Sumas Pioneer Day, June 23

Sumas Historical Society and Museum are celebrating Sumas Pioneer Day Saturday, June 23 from 12 pm – 4 pm with historical-themed activities planned for the entire family. Festivities will take…

Announcing the new Birchwood International Market in Bellingham

Sustainable Connections in Bellingham, Wash. announces a new open-air summer market series beginning with the Birchwood International Market which will take place the last Friday of the month June through…

Hotel Motel Taxes Demystified, June 14

Is your organization a current recipient of hotel motel tax grant funds? Ever wonder if you should apply for a grant through these funds? Do you know what the criteria…

Eighth Annual Chuckanut Writers Conference in June, Early Bird Rate Ends May 22

Thrifty writers, register for the Chuckanut Writers Conference in Bellingham, Wash. by May 22 to secure the $245 early bird registration fee, a $40 discount on full-price registration. The eighth…

Statue Will Be Raised on the Mt. Baker Scenic Byway to Honor the Civilian Conservation Corps’ Work

A statue will be raised at the Glacier Public Service Center (also known as the Glacier Ranger Station), located on the Mt. Baker Scenic Byway/State Route 542, to honor the Civilian…

New Evolve Chocolate + Café in Village Books in Bellingham, promises a sensory blend of sweets, sips and savories

A new restaurant will open early this summer on the mezzanine of Village Books and Paper Dreams in Fairhaven. Evolve Chocolate + Café, co-owned by Chef Christy Fox and Shannon Fox,…

Bellingham City Club Presents #MeToo – The Evolving Perspective of Men

On Wednesday, May 23 beginning promptly at 11:30 a.m., Bellingham City Club presents the second of a two-part discussion exploring questions about the #MeToo movement. The focus of Part Two is…

Providence Hospitality Partners Promote Dana Weber to Hotel Bellingham's General Manager

Hotel Bellingham, located just off Interstate 5 and near Bellingham International Airport and the adjacent Fox Hall conference center, was recently acquired by Today’s VI, LLC. The new owners previously…

San Juan Cruises Announces New Vendovi Island Cruises This Summer

San Juan Cruises in Bellingham, Wash. has announced a new series of tours to Vendovi Island Preserve. Of the island’s 217 acres, only two have ever been developed – as…

Chuckanut Brewery and Kitchen in Bellingham Begins Serving Brunch

[caption id="attachment_42592" align="aligncenter" width="550"] Chuckanut Brewery has been identified as one of the top three breweries in Washington state. PC: Heather Hulbert[/caption] Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in Bellingham, WA begins brunch…

Big Wins for Chuckanut Brewery at World Beer Cup 2018

Chuckanut Brewery and Kitchen of Bellingham, Wash. is excited to announce they have won two Gold Medals at the World Beer Cup 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. Both Bohemian Style Pilsner…

Bellingham Breweries Bring Home the Gold from World Beer Cup 2018

[caption id="attachment_63898" align="aligncenter" width="550"] Photos © Brewers Association[/caption] The Brewers Association (BA)—the not-for-profit trade association dedicated to small and independent American craft brewers—announced the results of the 2018 World Beer Cup awards. The largest competition to date, the…

Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema summer line-up offers big screen flicks, variety entertainment

Big screen movies and a variety of fun entertainers will be featured at this summer’s Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema series presented by Ben Kinney & Keller Williams Realty. Now in its nineteenth…

Atwood Ales Announces Unique Opportunity to Tour Farmhouse Brewery, Beer Releases

[caption id="attachment_63823" align="aligncenter" width="550"] Photo by Sarah Climaco[/caption] Atwood Ales Farm Brewery, located in Blaine, WA, has announced an opportunity to tour their brewery on May 20, 2018. There are three…

Dark Garden Corsetry Trunk Show in Downtown Bellingham with Social Fabric

Sea Witch Botanicals, a local leader in sustainability, and Social Fabric - Boutique, Gallery and Learning Center, invite you to ditch “fast-fashion” and attend an evening of foundation and fancy…

Community Invited to Celebrate 3rd Annual Billy Waples Day in Lynden

Join the community in downtown Lynden, WA for the 3rd Annual Billy Waples Day. Billy Waples is one of Lynden’s founding fathers will be honored on Sunday, May 6, from noon to…

Whatcom Museum History Sunset Cruises Set Sail this Summer

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, WA is excited to offer the 35th annual History Sunset Cruises this summer. Due to the popularity of last year’s sailings, the Museum is also chartering two…

Bellingham Farmers Market Wednesday Market in Historic Fairhaven Opens with New Hours

The Bellingham Farmers Market is pleased to announce new hours for the Wednesday Farmers Market at the Fairhaven Village Green, which opens for its 19th season on June 6, 2018. To…

Rocker Bret Michaels performing at Northwest Washington Fair

Bret Michaels, former frontman for iconic rock band Poison, will perform Thursday, August 16 as part of the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series at the Northwest Washington Fair…

Spring Beer Dinner Inside Chuckanut Brewery

Spring has sprung in Bellingham, WA and that means it’s time for the Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen Annual Spring Beer Dinner. On Sunday, April 29th, at 5:30 pm chef Jeremy Weizenbaum has a great five-course dinner paired…

Four Points by Sheraton names Kevin McEntee as Sales Manager

Kevin McEntee has been appointed Sales Manager at Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center. McEntee has four years of experience in the hospitality industry in Chico, Calif. and…

Visit Chuckanut Brewery for Bellingham Beer Week

Ever wondered about the complex ins-and-outs of the craft beer industry? Lucky for you, Chuckanut Brewery is running a Lecture Series for Bellingham Beer Week. The series will be held…

Gov. Jay Inslee helps Whatcom Community College break ground on new building, tours cybersecurity center

Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee (above, far right) visits Bellingham, WA to hand celebrate the groundbreaking of Whatcom Community College’s Phyllis & Charles Self Learning Commons. The Selfs are pictured…

Teams of draft horses featured May 19 in 77th Annual International Plowing Match

A spring farming tradition will be revived May 19 during the 77th-annual International Plowing Match in Lynden. Once done to prepare fields for seeding, plowing at this event showcases the strength…

High Valley duo bringing classic country to NW Washington Fair

High Valley, a brother duo with a modern twist on classic country music, will perform Friday, Aug. 17 as part of the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series at…

Meet Top Winemakers and Chefs at Northwest Wine Encounter in Bellingham, June 1 - 3, 2018

Plan now to be in Bellingham for the third-annual Northwest Wine Encounter, June 1 - 3, 2018 at the Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel and Conference Center. The weekend includes…

Whatcom Symphony Orchestra closes 42nd season with largest number of musicians for Carmina Burana

The Whatcom Symphony Orchestra closes its 42nd season with the largest number of musicians it has ever had on stage for Carmina Burana, on May 20, 2018. The piece, a scenic cantata composed by Carl…

Hotel Bellwether Hosts Second Annual Spring Fling Wine Social

Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, WA will host their second annual Spring Fling Wine Social at the Lighthouse Grill and Water Front Terrace on Saturday, May 5th. The event will be…

Village Books welcomes two popular Pacific Northwest authors to Chuckanut Radio Hour, Gov. Jay Inslee will open show

Village Books and Paper Dreams will welcome two talented Pacific Northwest writers to the stage of Whatcom Community College’s Heiner Theater on April 11 at 6:30 p.m., for the Chuckanut Radio…

Postmodern Jukebox Announces Back in Black & White Tour

Postmodern Jukebox is back . . . Back in Black & White! The band’s nonstop throwback carnival is on the road again with their Back in Black & White Tour. …

Village Books, Colophon Café partner with local poet to revive The Write Riot Slam in honor of National Poetry Month

In honor of National Poetry Month, Village Books and the Colophon Café are teaming up with poet Jessica Lohafer to host The Write Riot Poetry Slam, Wednesday, April 25, 2018…

Max Higbee Center Presents the 17th Annual April Brews Day

Max Higbee Center will present April Brews Day at Depot Market Square on Saturday, April 28 featuring over 70 PNW craft breweries and bringing more than 140 different beers, including…

New Brewery, Twin Sisters Brewing Company, collaborates with three Bellingham Breweries

Twin Sisters Brewing Company announces their entrance to the Bellingham beer community with the release of three collaboration beers with local Bellingham breweries, Menace Brewing, Aslan Brewing Company, and Chuckanut Brewery. The…

Celebrate the Arts in Whatcom County with these Spring and Summer Events

Allied Arts of Whatcom County has been the leader fostering and supporting the local art scene for over 30 years and serves more than 50,000 people annually. To celebrate the…

Local food guide gets a fresh new look, celebrates release with opening day at Bellingham Farmer's Market

Join Sustainable Connections at the opening day of the Bellingham Farmers Market for the release of the 2018- 19 Eat Local First Food & Farm Finder and the launch of…

The 16th Annual Bellingham Bay Bocce Tournament Benefits the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) and Boccemon in Bellingham invite the community and visitors to join the excitement of 32 teams, sponsored by businesses from around the state, battling…

Northwest Washington Fair upgrades carnival by partnering with Funtastic Traveling Shows

The Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden will be working this year with the region’s largest provider of carnival rides and games, Funtastic Traveling Shows. More than 3 million people, including attendees…

Chuckanut Brewery Tapping Rick's Lager

The brewers at Chuckanut Brewery have started a Namesake Beers series that includes beers uniquely designed by each of the individual talented brewers on the Chuckanut team. First up is…

Bellingham Theatre Guild presents “Scapino!” March 30 to April 15, 2018

The Bellingham Theatre Guild in Bellingham presents "Scapino!" directed by Teri Grimes and written by Frank Dunlop and Jim Dale, on March 30 to April 15, 2018, at the BTG Playhouse. With…

Backpacking Clinics offered in Bellingham March 31

The Pacific Northwest Trail Association is partnering with the American Long Distance Hiking Association-West (ALDHA) in the creation of the first annual Ruck event to teach backpacking skills in Bellingham,…

First Federal Community Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant to Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center Foundation

Local foundation’s gift will provide funds for advanced technology and facility improvements to the Medical Center’s Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab. First Federal Community Foundation awarded a major grant of $100,000 to PeaceHealth…

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa Donation to Growing Alliances

Growing Alliances was the recipient of The Chrysalis Inn & Spa’s February spa donation in the amount of $1,910. Growing Alliances is a Bellingham, WA non-profit that employs at-risk and…

Inaugural Dueling Queens Chess Championship in Bellingham May 5, 2018

The first “Dueling Queens Chess Championship,” organized by the Bellingham Knights Chess Club, will be an all-day event on May 5, 2018, at Hotel Bellingham’s Fox Hall (formerly Hampton Inn)…

Bellingham Community Boating Center Debuts Six New RS Quest Sailboats for Rentals, Lessons and Summer Camps

The Community Boating Center in Bellingham, WA is launching a new sailboat fleet for everyone this summer. Starting in June 2018, the CBC will have six, new RS Quest sailboats…

Three Award-Winning Chefs Team Up for Cross-Country Cooking Series

Blaine Wetzel of The Willows Inn on Lummi Island, WA, Kyle Connaughton of Single Thread Farm in Healdsburg, CA, and John Shields of Smyth + The Loyalist in Chicago will collaborate on…

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Chuckanut Brewery

There is plenty to look forward to this St. Patrick’s Day at Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in Bellingham, WA. On March 17, there will be live music and Irish inspired…

Atwood Ales Farm Brewery Wins Bronze Medal at New York International Beer Competition

The 7th Annual New York International Beer Competition took place on February 11th, in New York City. The winners have recently been announced, and Atwood Ales Farm Brewery was awarded…

New Nonstop Flights from Denver to Bellingham International Airport

Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) announces new nonstop service between Bellingham International Airport (BLI) and Denver International Airport (DEN) beginning May 18, 2018. “Allegiant is excited to offer travelers their only nonstop option…

The North Cascades National Park Celebrates 50th Anniversary

2018 marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex, the sprawling reserve that includes the North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake and the…

Bellingham St. Patrick's Day Parade Grand Marshal Announced

The Bellingham St. Patrick's Day Parade announces the 2018 Grand Marshal - Moonwater, The Executive Director at Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center. This year the parade is scheduled for Saturday, March…

Antler Baking Co. Sets Up Shop In Downtown Bellingham Flatiron Building

Antler Baking Co. has opened up in the Flatiron Building in downtown Bellingham, and the space will be shared with Woods Coffee. Antler Baking was established by local baker Veronica Spaulding…

Comedian Jeff Foxworthy performing at 2018 Northwest Washington Fair

Popular comedian Jeff Foxworthy, renowned for his redneck jokes and ability to find humor in everyday family interactions, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 as part of the…

Lecture Series at Chuckanut Brewery for Bellingham Beer Week

Bellingham Beer Week is getting closer and it's time to make your schedule. Bellingham Beer Week will take place April 20-28, 2018. Chuckanut’s Lecture Series will happen at Chuckanut Brewery in…

Mount Baker Theatre Presents a Rollicking Musical Outing from Pink Martini with China Forbes Apr. 22

Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, WA is proud to present the biggest little orchestra around – Pink Martini featuring lead singer China Forbes for a one-night engagement on Sunday, April…

Barkley Village in Bellingham Debuts First Wine Walk March 29

Celebrate spring by participating in the first ever wine walk at Barkley Village in Bellingham, benefiting DVSAS. Stroll through over 12 Barkley Village shops as you taste regional wines in pop-up…

Fairhaven Food Fest Celebrates Dining in Bellingham March 5 - 11

The Historic Fairhaven Food Fest welcomes locals and visitors to dine in Bellingham. Come out for some local flavor from Monday, March 5 through Sunday, March 11. Participating restaurants will offer a…

3rd Annual Irish Dinner and Silent Action to Benefit Meals on Wheels and More March 10 at Bellingham Cruise Terminal

Whether you are Irish or Irish in spirit, you are invited to support the health and independence of local seniors at an Irish Dinner and Silent Auction at the Bellingham Cruise…

Whatcom Symphony Presents Scheherazade & Shostakovich at the Mount Baker Theatre March 25

The Whatcom Symphony Orchestra's Scheherazade & Shostakovich will take the Mount Baker stage by storm on Sunday, March 25 at 3:00 p.m. at the Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham. The…

Boundary Bay Brewery and Shifting Gears to Host Bellingham Bike Swap March 10

Boundary Bay Brewery and Shifting Gears will host the 2018 Bellingham Bike Swap. The event will take place On March 10, 2018 from noon to 5 p.m. in the Mountain…

Cascadia International Women's Film Festival Announces 2018 Official Film Selections

CASCADIA International Women's Film Festival is pleased to announce its 2018 Official Selection of 26 exceptional films directed by women from around the world. The second annual multi-day festival will…

Motion Picture Academy's Immediate Past President To Appear at Cascadia International Women's Film Festival

Cheryl Boone Isaacs, immediate Past President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS or the Academy - The Oscars) will be the Special Honored Guest Speaker at…

WWU and Bellingham Selected to Host 2019 GNAC Basketball Championship

With a newly remodeled facility to show off to fans from across the conference, Western Washington University has been selected to host the 2019 Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) Basketball…

The Chrysalis Inn and Spa Donates $2,100 to The Whatcom Dream in January

The Whatcom Dream was the recipient of The Chrysalis Inn & Spa’s January spa donation in the amount of $2,100. The Whatcom Dream is an organization that has been helping Whatcom…

14.5 Acre Sculpture Woods on Lummi Island Gifted to WWU by Artist Ann Morris & Family

Noted artist Ann Morris, her son Brook Morris of California and daughter Clea Costa Van Voorhis of Illinois are providing Western Washington University and its students with an extraordinary gift – 14.5 acres of Lummi Island…

Chuckanut Brewery Open House and Free Tours Feb. 24, 2018

Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in Bellingham will offer free tours on February 24 at noon and 1:30 p.m. as part of a statewide-organized open house for all Washington State breweries.…

Kulshan Brewing Brings Four Medals Home from The Best of Craft Beer Awards

During the weekend of Jan. 26 - 28, 2018 professional brewers and judges went to the picturesque beer and ski town of Bend, Oregon to judge over 2,000 entries in…

Chuckanut Brewery Taps and Bottles Doppelbock this February

Doppelbock is a beer rarely brewed in America, but Chuckanut Brewery has brewed their rendition of this traditional German lager and aged it over 90 days at very cold temperatures…

Aslan Brewing's Newest Addition The Aslan Depot Is Open For Business

Aslan Brewing Co. is excited to announce that the Aslan Depot: Barrels and Blending is now open. The Aslan Depot serves as a taproom, barrel-aging facility, and event space in the Union…

Western Washington University to offer summer youth programs for grades K-12

Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA is proud to offer a wide array of programs for kids in grades K-12 this summer. For the past 36 years, Western’s youth programs have…

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth Presents: Us and Them, Feb. 23-25

Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth is a nonprofit arts education organization that offers quality instruction in theater, choir, dance, music, and visual arts to youth, ages 5-17. This February, BAAY presents…

Western Washington University to Offer Summer Youth Programs for Grades K-12

Western Washington University will again offer a wide array of programs for kids in grades K-12 throughout summer 2017. For the past 35 years, Western’s youth programs have encouraged kids to…

Registration for 2018 Ski to Sea Race in Bellingham is Open

Whatcom Events in Bellingham, WA is pleased to announce that registration for the 46th Annual Ski to Sea Race is open. The 8-leg relay race from Mt. Baker Ski Area…

Four Whatcom County Businesses Awarded for their Commitment to Sustainable Positive Impact

Sustainable Connections in Bellingham, WA awarded four Whatcom County businesses, and two individuals, Sustainability Champion Awards last Thursday for their deep commitment to making a positive impact locally. [caption id="attachment_60932" align="aligncenter"…

Four Points Bellingham promotes Erin Divine to Director of Sales

Erin Divine has been promoted to Director of Sales at Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center. Divine has nine years of sales experience, including five years at Four…

Atwood Ales Farm Brewery Receives Prestigious Good Food Award

Atwood Ales Farm Brewery in Blaine, WA attended the prestigious, 8th Annual Good Food Awards, in San Francisco, where the brewery was selected as a 2018 Good Food Awards Winner for…

Evolve Chocolate Hosts Pop-Up Lounge for Valentine's Day and Mardi Gras Inspired Event with Atwood Ales

Evolve Chocolate in Bellingham, WA will host a Chocolate Pop Up Lounge open in downtown Bellingham from February 8 to 14, 2018, noon to 9 p.m. A special highlight will be…

Lend Us Your Ears presents Acclaimed American tragedy at Bellingham Theatre Guild

Lend Us Your Ears, the new reading series at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, continues with the great American playwright Edward Albee’s The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia?, on February 3…

Zazen Salon Spa New Owners Promise High Standards with Local Pricing

Zazen Salon Spa, a leader in hair styling and spa services in Bellingham since 2000, has been acquired by Marvin and Lannea Riggs. “We’ll maintain the luxurious standards of Zazen Salon…

Whatcom Museum to Exhibit Stunning Gems and Jewelry from the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History

The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, WA will host, "Jeweled Objects of Desire: From Ordinary to Extraordinary," showing Feb. 3 – May 6, 2018 at the Lightcatcher building. This exhibition will dazzle…

Whatcom Symphony Orchestra Announces Mozart's "Turkish" on Feb. 11 in Bellingham

With a beautiful sound and elegance reminiscent of great violinists of the past, Arnaud Sussmann solos on Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5 (Turkish), one of Mozart’s most popular works. Sussmann performs on…

Sustainable Connections Hosts New Smart Business Summit on Jan. 25

Sustainable Connections, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the local economy and helping businesses integrate sustainability practices, is excited to announce a new half-day conference, The Smart Business Summit, on Jan…

Emergency bank stabilization work will reduce SR 542/Mount Baker Highway to a single lane starting Friday, Dec. 15

Fall weather has created instability in a slope along State Route 542/Mount Baker Highway near Glacier. With additional wet weather in the forecast, crews are starting emergency work to repair…

BRAIN CANDY LIVE! Cancels North American Tour Scheduled to be at Mount Baker Theatre in April, 2018

Because of a cancellation of the entire North American tour, Mount Baker Theatre’s presentation of BRAIN CANDY LIVE! on April 20, 2018 in Bellingham has been canceled. All ticket-holders will be…

Call for Applications for the Whatcom County Arts and Culture Festival

Allied Arts of Whatcom County is working with organizations throughout Whatcom County on a three-day Cultural Arts Festival to take place in Fairhaven, June 21-23, 2018. The Call for Proposals…

Bellingham Craft Breweries Win 28 Medals at 2017 National Beer Competitions

Bellingham, WA and its surrounding county are now home to 14 craft breweries producing a variety of high-quality beer styles and many have earned national recognition. In 2017, six Bellingham…

Village Books’ Chuckanut Editions publishes book showcasing 30 years of Tore Ofteness’ regional aerial photography

For 30 years, local photographer Tore Ofteness has boarded small airplanes to document the Pacific Northwest from the air. In his photography, Ofteness captures iconic images such as a vivid…

‘Back to the Sandbox: Art as Radical Pedagogy’ Western Gallery Exhibition Opens Tuesday, Jan. 9 in Bellingham

The Western Gallery at Western Washington University in Bellingham, presents the Back to the Sandbox: Art as Radical Pedagogy exhibition, which will bring together an international group of artists who ask…

Boundary Bay Brewery Releases Bootlegger Barrel Series and Hosts Speakeasy Event Dec. 21

To mark the release of its 2017 Bootlegger Barrel Series, Boundary Bay Brewery in Bellingham is hosting a 1920's themed release party on December 21, from 6 to 9 p.m.…

Four-course family-style dinner offered Christmas Day at Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Bellingham

A four-course, family-style dinner will be presented Christmas Day at the Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center, 714 Lakeway Drive in Bellingham, WA. The dinner will be offered…

Chuckanut Brewery Releases Baltic Porter

In honor of the 2017 holiday season, Chuckanut Brewery will be releasing a small batch bottling of its Baltic Porter at its Bellingham and Skagit breweries and on tap at…

BAAY Presents Xanadu the Roller Disco Jan 12 through Jan 21

The Tony Award-nominated musical Xanadu comes to the Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth stage in Bellingham this January. Don’t miss this spectacular story about a struggling artist and his quest…

A Winter Solstice Concert with SeaMuse

Celtic and Balkan tunes, seasonal songs and poems, strings plucked and bowed, clarinet and drums will fire up the longest night of the year. Come celebrate a winter solstice concert with SeaMuse at…

Bellingham High School Family Holiday Movie Night Dec. 15

Bellingham High School's Technical Entertainment Crew welcomes the public to its second Movie Night fundraiser. TEC Club members will be showing 2004's The Polar Express and will serve a range…

Whatcom Museum Basketry Exhibitions Will Showcase Diversity of Artform Feb 3 - May 6, 2018

[caption id="attachment_59286" align="aligncenter" width="441"] Shan Goshorn; They Were Called Kings (set of 3), 2013. Watercolor paper, archival inks, acrylic paint, 13.5 x 8.5 x 7 in. Lent by the Shan…

The Downtown Bellingham Partnership Rolls Out 2018 Main Street Tax Incentive for Bellingham Businesses

The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) has begun rolling out the 2018 Main Street Tax Incentive Program, which allows businesses who donate to the organization the opportunity to receive 75% of…

Bellingham Music Film Festival Now Accepting Submissions

Two local non profits in Bellingham, WA, Pickford Film Center and Make.Shift Art Space, are now accepting submissions for the third annual Bellingham Music Film Festival - a three-day music…

Bellingham Included in Final Round of National Competition for Energy Savings

Bellingham, WA has landed a spot in as a top 10 finalist in The Georgetown University Energy Prize. Over the past three years, communities across the country came together, in…

Portraits with Santa at Holiday Port Festival in Bellingham

Santa will be waiting to hear children’s wishes and pose for portraits with him at the Holiday Port Festival in Bellingham Dec. 1 - 3, 2017. Portrait photographer Mark Turner…

Boundary Bay Brewery Drunkin Punkin Pies Available for Delivery

The ever-popular Drunkin Punkin Pie from Boundary Bay Brewery in Bellingham is currently available for delivery and pickup through November 23, just in time for Thanksgiving. Made in-house from local…

David Archer appointed GM of B-Town Kitchen & Raw Bar

David Archer, who has more than 20 years of management experience in Whatcom County’s hospitality industry, has been appointed General Manager of B-Town Kitchen & Raw Bar in Bellingham, WA. Archer’s experience…

Complete Thanksgiving Dinner Offered at Four Points Bellingham

All of the favorite Thanksgiving classics – including roasted turkey, homemade stuffing and pumpkin pie – will be included in a buffet dinner Thanksgiving Day at the Four Points by…

Lynden PRCA Rodeo donates $42,000 from Tough Enough to Wear Pink drive

The Lynden PRCA Rodeo, presented by the Northwest Washington Fair, recently donated $42,000 to the PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center in Bellingham for cancer patient care and research. The contribution is…

BAAY Presents: The Snow Queen Dec 8 - 17

Join The BAAY Theatre in downtown Bellingham for their performance of The Snow Queen in December. Tickets will be $10 at the door, or you can purchase them online at baay.org Hans Christian Andersen’s…

Chuckanut Brewery Releases Bottled Bock Beer

Chuckanut Brewery is excited to announce the release of half-liter bottles of Bock beer for the first time at the North Nut brewery (601 W Holly St, Bellingham) and at…

38th Annual Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts

Oh what fun! The 38th annual Holiday Festival of the Arts presented by Allied Arts of Whatcom County is a five-week long shopping event, Nov. 17 to Dec. 24, 2017…

Downtown Bellingham Partnership Presents First Ever Holiday Wine Walk Nov. 10

The Downtown Bellingham Partnership presents their inaugural downtown Holiday Wine Walk. The new event, taking place Friday, November 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., will guide attendees on a…

Chuckanut Brewery Wins Two Gold Medals at Great American Beer Festival

Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham, WA was awarded two Gold Medals for their Chuckanut beers at the 2017 Great American Beer Festival (GABF). A Gold for Kolsch German style Ale and a Gold…

Whatcom Events Announces Changes to the Ski to Sea Race 2018

Whatcom Events in Belligham, WA has announced a change to the 2018 Ski to Sea Race allowing racers to participate in multiple legs (with a maximum of three legs per individual). Teams…

Arch of Healing and Reconciliation to Honor Diversity and Immigrants in Washington State

Bellingham and Whatcom County, Washington are a connected unit of small communities on a the northwestern edge of America, home to native peoples and immigrants of diverse backgrounds. Since 1921,…

Atwood Ales Farm Brewery Releases Estate-Grown Fresh Hops Ales

Atwood Ales Farm Brewery in Blaine, WA, which produces a variety of ales inspired by old-world French and Belgian farmhouse brewing traditions. is set to release two fresh hops ales…

Camber Restaurant Opens in Downtown Bellingham

Camber, a microroasting coffee company located in Bellingham, WA, celebrated the grand opening of its new restaurant at 221 Holly Street in downtown Bellingham on Aug. 26, 2017. Owned by David…

Whatcom Symphony Orchestra Opens 42nd Season in Bellingham

Noted violinist Benjamin Beilman will perform Sibelius' evocative Violin Concerto with the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra as they open their 42nd season on Sunday, October 8 at 3:00 p.m. at the…

Kuntz and Company Presents THREADS - a Dance Theater Piece Oct. 26 and 27

Kuntz and Company, a non-profit, dance theatre company founded and directed by Pam Kuntz in Bellingham, WA, presents THREADS, a dance theater piece that explores the fabric of memories, Oct. 26…

Whatcom Celebrates I ♥ STEM Month with October Events

Today, a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) degree equals career opportunity. Whatcom Community College in Bellingham, WA strengthens the local and regional talent pool in these critically important fields…

2017 Sustainable Design and Development Conference

[caption id="attachment_57062" align="aligncenter" width="550"] Photo Credit: Diane Padys[/caption] On Nov. 9, 2017, the Sustainable Design & Development Conference hosted by Sustainable Connections returns to Bellingham, WA, as one of the premier…

Evil Dead The Musical Brings its Horrific Hilarity to Mount Baker Theatre Main Stage

Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, WA presents Evil Dead-The Musical for a one-night engagement, Saturday, October 7 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are now available for this macabre musical comedy based on…

Cloud Mountain Farm Center Welcomes Autumn with Fall Fruit Festival Oct. 7 - 8

Cloud Mountain Farm Center in Everson, WA is hosting their annual Fall Fruit Festival on Saturday, October 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, October 8 from…

Vikings to Host Doubleheader Soccer Saturday at Harrington Field

The Western Washington University soccer programs will each host games at Harrington Field in Bellingham on Saturday and fans are encouraged to cheer on the Vikings with a two-for-one ticket…

Bellingham Theatre Guild presents “The Mousetrap” Sept 22 to Oct 8, 2017

The Bellingham Theatre Guild engages the community to create live theatre experiences in Bellingham, and they are back with a fun story to tell, as they present The Mousetrap by Agatha…

Action-filled Demolition Derby set Sept. 23 at NW Washington Fair and Event Center

Drivers will be smashing and crashing – and some will be cashing – Saturday, Sept. 23 during the Fall Demo Derby at the Northwest Washington Fair and Event Center in…

Taylor Shellfish Farms: Hiakai Pop-Up Dinner Featuring New Zealand Chef Sept 23 and 24

Join Taylor Shellfish Farms near Bellingham, WA for a special two-night only pop-up dinner series with New Zealand chef, Monique Fiso, on September 23 and 24, 2017. The dinner will be…

Chuckanut Brewery Collaborates with Bottleshop Collective to brew Old Fest

Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham, WA has collaborated with the Bottleshop Collective to brew an old style Oktoberfest beer called Old Fest. This collaboration is with Bellingham bottle shop friends Elizabeth…

Bellingham SeaFeast 2017: Dining, Boat Rides, People’s Choice Salmon, SeaFeast Wharf, and Games

New features of the second annual Bellingham SeaFeast, scheduled Sept. 22-23, range from special dining to artistic to educational to just crazy fun. Several new activities sprinkle the lineup with attractions…

Four Points Bellingham appoints Mudd-Keenan as Director of Sales and Marketing

Lisa Mudd-Keenan, who has extensive experience in the hospitality and travel industries, has been appointed Director of Sales and Marketing at Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center. Mudd-Keenan…

The Whatcom Museum Receives $60,000 Grant from National Endowment for the Arts in support of 2018-2019 Endangered Species Exhibition

[caption id="attachment_56522" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Nick Brandt; Line of Rangers with tusks of killed elephants, Amboseli, from Across the Ravaged Land, 2011; Archival pigment print, 44 x 78 in. Courtesy of…

Whatcom Museum Presents Art of the American West Sept. 30, 2017 - Jan. 7, 2018

[caption id="attachment_56517" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Robert Lougheed (Canadian-American, 1910-1982); Alberta Morning, date unknown; Oil on Masonite, 10 x 20 in. Tacoma Art Museum, Haub Family Collection, Gift of Erivan and Helga…

Owner of Appel Farms in Ferndale Recognized as American Cheese Society's Certified Cheese Professional

Appel Farms is proud to announce that owner, Ruth Appel is among the 2017 class of American Cheese Society Certified Cheese Professionals® (ACS CCPs®). She is part of an elite…

Purls and Pop-Ups: Whatcom County Gets Its Own Annual Yarn Crawl

A group of Whatcom County local yarn stores announced that the first ever Purls & Pop-Ups, a one-day Whatcom County yarn crawl, will occur on September 16, 2017, from 10:00…

Chuckanut Brewery Taps Fest Bier 2017

It’s getting to be Oktoberfest time and Chuckanut Brewery in Bellingham, WA is celebrating. We’ve been working on our recipe all year and now they are releasing our golden Fest…

‘Coded Threads: Textiles and Technology’ begins Sept. 27 in the Western Gallery

Western Gallery, on the campus of Western Washington University in Bellingham, will host “Coded Threads: Textile and Technology,” which brings together 14 well-known artists integrating textiles with technology, from Sept. 27…

Boundary Bay Brewery and Cloud Mountain Farms Present Farm to Plate Partnership Aug 30 - Sept 3

Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro and Cloud Mountain Farm Center are partnering to bring a farm-to-plate menu to Bellingham, showcasing a variety of locally grown ingredients. The farm-to-plate special will…

Chuckanut Brewery Taps Rauch Helles

Chuckanut Brewery has just tapped an ever-flavorful, smoky blonde lager called Rauch Helles at South Nut in Skagit Valley (11937 Higgins Airport Way, Burlington) and soon to be on at…

The Whatcom Symphony Orchestra gears up for 2017-2018 season

Whether it's the liquid sound of Benjamin Beilman playing Sibelius, Beethoven's Eroica with Amit Peled on cello, or Carmina Burana with more musicians than we have