Good morning, Bellingham.

Local barbecue spot Homeschool BBQ announced it will close its doors at the end of March — ending nearly three years of service in the community.

Owners Chris and Aaron described the experience as both sad and exciting.

WSDOT crews began emergency repairs on Highway 20 north of Marblemount on Friday, Jan.

23, replacing a culvert, rebuilding the roadbed, installing guardrail, and removing hazardous trees; after being closed for essential local traffic since mid-December, the highway will reopen in February.

At WWU’s home court on Saturday, the Vikings women beat Simon Fraser 66–40 before the men ended a three-game skid with an 80–68 win — the teams will play further matchups later this week.

The Seahawks advance to Super Bowl 60 on Feb.

8 after beating the Rams 31-27 at Lumen Field, and the Kraken will host the Capitals tomorrow at 7 p.m. Local college and high school teams are set to compete in upcoming regional matchups.

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.

Good Neighbor Night at Stones Throw with The Millie Project

5-9 p.m. — Fairhaven Stones Throw Brewery — Free entry — Support rescue dogs and enjoy craft beers while helping a local cause.