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Bellingham
Friday, February 7th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County extends the operating hours of its severe weather shelters to accommodate residents amid continued cold conditions. KISM
- ➤ North Coast Credit Union in Bellingham is closing a branch to facilitate the creation of a new affordable tiny home village, with all staff being relocated and digital banking services being enhanced. KAFE
- ➤ Whatcom County is hosting multiple Super Bowl LIX watch parties, featuring a variety of venues like sports bars, breweries, and casinos, with special food and drink offerings. KAFE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nathaniel Miller, a Ferndale man, has been sentenced to over six years in prison followed by lifetime community custody for raping a disabled adult at a Bellingham group home where he worked. KAFE
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County, WA, offers a range of non-football weekend activities including a brewery award nomination, a couples' improv workshop, final showings of 'High School Musical', an international guitar night, an author event, and a live music show. KISM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 36th Legendary Banked Slalom, a notable snowboard race, is underway at Mount Baker Ski Area, featuring over 400 contestants from around the world. KAFE
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ben Clanton and Andy Chou Musser Present 'Papilio'
Children's authors Ben Clanton and Andy Chou Musser will present their new picture book 'Papilio', featuring a charming tale of a caterpillar's journey to become a butterfly, at a free event for kids.
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