Saturday, February 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Faber Construction is building a new Operations Center for Bellingham Public Works to house road maintenance equipment, with future provisions for eco-friendliness, and the project includes pedestrian improvements. KISM
- ➤ The Washington State Patrol has joined the Lummi Nation Police, the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office, and the FBI in the ongoing search for 62-year-old Besalynn James, a missing Lummi Nation elder last seen on January 21. KAFE
- ➤ Bellingham City Council discusses middle housing, tree preservation, homelessness plan development, water conservation efforts, and introduces organic waste collection as part of comprehensive city updates. City of Bellingham
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Bellingham Police Department is looking for a suspect after a business on E. Maple Street was burglarized early Friday morning, with the thief stealing cash and evading a K9 search. KAFE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County Health and Community Services reports a significant rise in flu cases this winter, urging community measures including vaccination to protect against spread. Whatcom News
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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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Introduction to Vector Graphics Using Inkscape
This workshop teaches participants how to use Inkscape to create and edit vector graphics for laser and vinyl cutting.
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Annual St. Patrick's Day Brunch
Before you head out to the Bellingham St. Patrick’s Day Parade, fuel up at our Annual St. Patrick’s Day Brunch this Sunday, March 16, from 8 AM to 12 PM at Hotel Leo. Enjoy an Irish-inspired menu, lively music, and festive drinks to toast the occasion—don’t miss out, book your table now!
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Petunia & the Vipers Live Concert
Enjoy a live concert featuring Petunia & the Vipers at The Oddfellows Room in Bellingham.
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Bellingham Chamber Music Society: Between Two Worlds Featuring the BJ Block Trio, rioT, and Dr. G
This event explores the intersection of classical and jazz music with performances by the BJ Block trio, rioT, and Dr. G.
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Bit Brigade Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — Wild Buffalo House Of Music — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of music and entertainment with Bit Brigade in Bellingham.
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