Friday, February 28th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bellingham residents are encouraged to create and practice a household disaster preparedness plan, addressing shelter, evacuation, and communication strategies. KAFE
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man was found deceased following a house fire in Ferndale, caused by an explosion due to multiple propane tanks, with no criminal activity suspected. Whatcom News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu ended the hiring freeze, authorizing department heads to fill positions whilst monitoring for savings opportunities. KAFE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County Health and Community Services is offering free vaccination clinics for both adults and children, with vaccines available on a walk-in, first-come, first-served basis. My Bellingham Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County offers a variety of events this weekend, including a fort building competition, a comedy night, and a live indie rock show, promising diverse entertainment options for residents. KAFE
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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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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.
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37th Annual Fairhaven Plant and Tree Sale at Lake Whatcom Park
The Fairhaven Plant and Tree Sale offers a variety of plants and trees for gardening enthusiasts in a scenic setting at Lake Whatcom Park.
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