Good morning, Bellingham.

Boundary Bay Brewing announced it will reopen later this year as Boundary on State at the former Time and Materials building on N State St. The microbrewery will offer a nanobrewery along with wines, cocktails, and a rotating menu, managed by longtime owners’ new team.

Executive Director Gail Ridenour is leading the BSO’s 50th-anniversary season with a sold-out Yo-Yo Ma performance and has announced plans for the 51st season featuring local partnerships such as Shoestring Circus and Opus Performing Arts — she credits the orchestra’s success to a roster with 95% local talent.

Whatcom County’s drought emergency stays in effect after a Feb.

27 state update reported only 76% snowpack in the North Puget Sound region amid above-average temperatures since October, and Deputy State Climatologist Karin Bumbaco said record snowfall is needed by April to reach normal levels.

A state update on Feb.

27 showed that Whatcom County’s snowpack remains at 76% amid a drought emergency declared last June. Officials say warm temperatures since Oct. mean heavy snowfall is needed before water supplies return to normal by April.

Lynden High School will host six state basketball tournament games for Whatcom County teams this weekend—top-seeded girls tip off tonight at 6 p.m. against Selah.

Fill the Room with Joyce Parry-Moore

6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — An inspiring evening about claiming your voice and living boldly through a blend of story and creative practice.

Runnin' O' the Green 5K

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Stones Throw Brewery — Various prices — Celebrate St. Paddy's Day with a vibrant 5K run and festive atmosphere at Fairhaven Brewery.

Spring Equinox Sound Journey

7-8 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center Bellingham — $28 ticket — Experience a rejuvenating soundscape for seasonal transition and new beginnings.

Native Jazz Quartet Performance

7-9 p.m. — FireHouse Arts & Events Center — $25 — Experience high-energy jazz infused with indigenous melodies and cultural stories.

Literary Discussion with Jeremy Voigt and Jeffrey Morgan

6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Explore themes of grief and connection in local poet Jeremy Voigt's new book during an engaging conversation.