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Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Tune-Up, the annual bike and music festival, will be held at the Bellingham Waterfront from July 11th to 13th and will feature top acts in indie, alt-rock and hip-hop. The event will offer headliners STS9 on the first day and Silversun Pickups on the second—additional acts include HARBOUR, The Pharcyde and The SteelDrivers along with bike races, demos and stunt shows. KISM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Community to Community, a grassroots organization, reported an alleged increased ICE presence in Whatcom County that has farm working families worried—reports were posted on March 28 at 5:15 p.m. PDT. FOX13
- ➤ Bellingham officials announced a $3.5 million private fund to revamp the central library’s children’s area and teen space and will host Earth Day activities from April 4 through April 22 while asking for downtown feedback — a generous donor will match new gifts up to $100,000. They will also hold a Lake Whatcom meeting on April 2 at 6:30 p.m., open Parks programs registration on March 31 at 8:30 a.m., and start watermain flushing on April 1 while launching Bakerview-James and Fairhaven road improvements soon — key steps to boost local infrastructure. City of Bellingham
- ➤ Washington State Parks announced that all campsites with reservable campgrounds now accept same-day reservations until 2:00 p.m. on the day of arrival — visitors in Whatcom County can still access walk-in sites after 2:30 p.m. at places like Birch Bay and Larrabee. KAFE
- ➤ Washington State Parks announced that visitors in Whatcom County can now secure same-day reservations at all parks with reservable campgrounds—campers will have until 2 p.m. on the intended day of arrival to book a site, with unreserved sites available after 2:30 p.m. KISM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Feller Heating advises Whatcom County homeowners to change HVAC filters as spring weather warms up to help lower energy costs and improve air quality. Project manager Phillip Dye said checking filters monthly and scheduling tune-ups will prevent issues like using more than one filter— which restricts airflow and shortens equipment life — and keep systems running efficiently. My Bellingham Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County real estate has drawn luxury buyers, middle-class families, and overseas investors as low inventory and strong market conditions drive high demand—buyers will act soon with favorable conditions expected in April. Many are attracted by areas such as Bellingham’s waterfront and relaxing retreats like Birch Bay. My Bellingham Now
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Whatcom County Home & Lifestyle Show
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Northwest Washington Fair and Event Center — Free admission — Step into inspiration with BBQ competitions, food trucks, workshops, and family fun activities.
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Richard Widerkehr & Barbara Bloom: Missing the Owl
3-4 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Celebrate Poetry Month with engaging readings and delightful treats from local poets.
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Intro to Vector Graphics Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Pricing varies — Master vector graphics using Inkscape to create art and cutting files.
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BAAY Presents: Out of the Woods
7 p.m. — BAAY Theatre — Ticket details available online — Experience a whimsical apocalyptic tale where imagination reigns as beloved characters find their way back to creativity.
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The River Only Runs One Way Book Reading
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Celebrate award-winning poet Mary Lou Kayser's newest collection that explores love, loss, and the passage of time through evocative poetry.
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Páscoa Rhythms: Easter Brunch with Jovino Santos Neto
Celebrate Easter with Páscoa Rhythms at Hotel Leo—a festive brunch buffet featuring dishes like coconut chicken thighs, prime beef sirloin, and brunch classics paired with live piano by three-time Grammy nominee Jovino Santos Neto. Sip Novo Fogo caipirinhas crafted for the occasion, with a portion of proceeds supporting rainforest reforestation; $68 per person, half off for kids 12 and under, and 10% off for seniors.
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Intro to the Laser Cutter
6-7 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free to members — Get expert advice on your laser projects from seasoned designer Jason Davies.
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Swan Lake - A Timeless Masterpiece
7-9 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting ballet “Swan Lake” performed by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine.
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LinuxFest Northwest
9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Bellingham Technical College — Free entry — Explore free and open source technologies with presentations and exhibits for all skill levels.
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April Brews Day 2025
3-8 p.m. — Waypoint Park — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate local brews with great friends and craft beverages.
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