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Wednesday, February 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Shifting Gears is organizing the 7th annual Wild Women Week in Bellingham to offer a variety of indoor and outdoor events for women and non-binary people, celebrating International Women's Day.  KAFE
  • The Whatcom Humane Society has rescued nine abandoned mixed-breed puppies in north Whatcom County, adding to the nearly fifty puppies received since the start of the year, with the new rescues soon available for adoption.  KISM
  • Local farmers in Whatcom County express concerns that the federal crackdown on immigration and threat of ICE arrests are instilling a culture of fear among farm workers, potentially jeopardizing the food system.  My Bellingham Now

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 26-year-old man was arrested for DUI after crashing his car into a bus in downtown Bellingham, with no injuries reported on the bus.  My Bellingham Now

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • An overnight windstorm in Whatcom County resulted in minor impacts, with top wind gusts of 64mph and hundreds of power outages but no significant property damage.  Whatcom News

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Washington State Department of Health has suspended the licenses of two health care providers in Whatcom County for failing to respond to charges, requiring them to enroll in recovery programs before reinstatement.  Whatcom News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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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.

    Fri, 3/14/25

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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!

    Sun, 3/16/25

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  • Petunia & the Vipers Live Concert

    Enjoy a live concert featuring Petunia & the Vipers at The Oddfellows Room in Bellingham.

    Thu, 3/20/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/22/25

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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.

    Mon, 3/24/25

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  • Carol Makela - The Spyglass: A Childhood in Sweden and Finland

    6-7 p.m. | Village Books and Paper Dreams | Free entry | Discover a moving memoir of a young Finnish boy's journey amid wartime turmoil and cultural exploration.

    Fri, 3/28/25

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