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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.

CRIME NEWS

  • Blaine Border Patrol assisted ICE in arresting eight individuals in Whatcom and Skagit counties, with charges ranging from drug dealing to child rape.  KAFE

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Narrative Coffee in Bellingham will close on Feb. 22 after three years, citing struggles as a small neighborhood business, while its Everett location remains open.  KAFE

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Blaine Border Patrol has assisted ICE in arresting eight individuals from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Colombia in Whatcom and Skagit counties, with the arrestees having criminal histories.  KISM

EVENTS

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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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  • Birchwood Garden Club Meeting with Ciscoe Morris

    The Birchwood Garden Club will host a meeting featuring gardening expert Ciscoe Morris, who will discuss environmentally friendly garden design.

    Wed, 3/5/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

If you want to remember something, write it down. If you want to understand something, explain it to someone else.

~ Richard Feynman

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