Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
Good morning, Bellingham.
🏘️ Community
City officials met with legislators on Jan.
15 in Olympia to discuss housing and public works. The city unveiled a sculpture at the Pacific Street Operations Center, repaired Squalicum Pier and Derby Pond Bridge, and held a Day of Service while the Whatcom Museum installed a new 3D mural.
🎭 Culture
The Fairhaven Association announced the post-Ski to Sea festival will change its format this spring.
The event will be spread throughout Fairhaven Village without street closures, giving local businesses a chance to host entertainment, beverage gardens, and food vendors (a more flexible community celebration).
🏛️ Government
Whatcom County opened flood recovery funds on Jan.
22 for organizations supporting families with pregnant women or children aged 5 and under, offering short-term services plus basic housing support until Feb. 23.
State officials confirmed on Thursday, Jan.
22 that signatures were verified for an initiative by Let's Go Washington that would bar students assigned male at birth from playing in girls' sports; the legislature will decide to pass the measure or send it to voters in November.
🏈 Sports
The Bellingham boys basketball team will host Sedro-Woolley tonight — one of several high school matchups in the region.
Fans are invited to support their teams as local schools battle for conference rankings.
🎉 Bellingham Events
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Community Work Party at Fairhaven Park
10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Fairhaven Park Pavilion — Free — Help improve the Outdoor Classroom and Native Plant Garden while enjoying the outdoors.
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: Smitten
3-6 PM — Mount Baker Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a delightful musical evening with the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra.
Intro to Laser Cutting Workshop
6-7 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Class fees include materials — Learn to safely operate a powerful laser cutter and create custom acrylic keychains.
Super Bowl 60 Watch Party
3 p.m. — Aslan Depot — Free admission — Enjoy pizza, beer, wings, and the excitement of the Super Bowl.
Josh Rawlings Trio Live Performance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center — $20 general, $10 students — Experience captivating jazz grooves and soulful classics from Grammy-nominated pianist Josh Rawlings and his trio.
Emily Nemens and Kiik Araki-Kawaguchi: An Evening of Friendship
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Dive into the heartfelt narrative of friendship and resilience in Emily Nemens' newest novel 'Clutch'.
Valentine's Day Swing Dance
7-11:30 p.m. — 1027 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA — Check event site for cost — Celebrate Valentine's Day with live jazz music, dance performances, and a beginner swing dance lesson.
Paul Bannick's Woodpecker Photography Presentation
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Whatcom Museum — $17 — Experience captivating stories and stunning images of North American woodpeckers throughout the seasons.
HOPE Conference® Bellingham
9:30 AM – 2:30 PM — Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center — Free event — A supportive gathering for those on the Parkinson’s journey.
Ben Thomas Quartet Live Performance
4-6 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center — Tickets available — Experience the rich sounds of jazz with the Ben Thomas Quartet featuring talented musicians on vibes, clarinet, bass, and drums.
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