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Saturday, February 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Lummi Nation and Edmonds Police are seeking information on 16-year-old Tabitha Perez-Running Bear, who was last seen on January 22 and may be in Bellingham or Lynden.  KISM

CRIME NEWS

  • A 24-year-old Bellingham man was arrested after a police pursuit, facing charges including DUI, hit-and-run, and reckless driving.  Whatcom News

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham, WA, will exhibit masterworks from Paul Cezanne, Henri Matisse, and Auguste Renoir starting February 14, as part of a national program to share iconic artworks.  KAFE

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Stage 2 air quality burn ban in Columbia Valley, Whatcom County, has been lifted by the Northwest Clean Air Agency due to incoming precipitation and windy conditions improving the region's air quality.  KISM

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Bellingham Plan, aimed at fostering community connections, diverse housing, sustainable growth, and climate resilience, is entering its final phase before adoption by June 2026.  KAFE

EVENTS

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  • Birchwood Garden Club: February Meeting on Gardening Fitness

    The Birchwood Garden Club will host a meeting featuring speaker Eric Short-Miller, who will discuss how to prepare physically for the upcoming gardening season.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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  • The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center: Spanish Journey

    This event features a musical exploration of Spain through piano trios and guitar, crafted by violinist Kristin Lee, in collaboration with Emerald City Music.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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  • John Egbert: Bearings Book Reading

    Naturalist and humanist John Egbert will discuss his new book, Bearings, exploring themes of family, nature, and personal reflection through stories and poems.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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  • Introduction to Vector Graphics Using Inkscape

    This workshop teaches participants how to use Inkscape, a free vector graphics software, to create and edit vector graphic files for applications like laser and vinyl cutting.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Kirsten Sundberg Lunstrum Launches 'Elita' with Authors Becky Mandelbaum and Jessica Gigot

    Kirsten Sundberg Lunstrum, a recipient of the Flannery O'Connor Award, will discuss her debut novel 'Elita', featuring local authors Becky Mandelbaum and Jessica Gigot, who will contribute to an evening centered around mystery and storytelling.

    Wed, 2/19/25

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  • Lyle Lovett Live Performance

    Lyle Lovett, a multifaceted musician known for his storytelling and fusion of American music styles, will perform live at the Mount Baker Theatre.

    Thu, 2/20/25

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  • Introduction to Vector Graphics Using Inkscape

    This class teaches the basics of creating vector graphics with the open-source software Inkscape for applications like laser cutting and vinyl cutting.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

What you resist, persists.

~ Carl Jung

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