Good morning, Bellingham.

Spring brings increasing construction as crews pave Dupont, C + Irving and begin foundation work on the What-Comm Dispatch facility; the City invites feedback on its parks plan until April 20 while Farmers Market season starts Saturday, April 4, at Depot Market Square with a cabbage toss.

Wildfire season is forecast to be severe this summer after record-warm temperatures reduced snowpack across the Cascades and Olympics, local air quality officials said.

Residents should prepare by monitoring alerts and reducing outdoor exposure (especially if vulnerable).

The Whatcom County Hearing Examiner released a report on Tuesday, March 31 showing that Canadian company AltaGas expanded its Cherry Point operation without proper permits and that the county will review the MDNS ruling (with environmental claims partly dismissed) as the appeal by local groups moves forward.

Western Washington University softball players Maleah Andrews and Hailey Rath were named to the D-II Player of the Year Watchlist after strong seasons.

The Viks will face Northwest Nazarene in a doubleheader tomorrow at noon from Viking Field.

WWU Vikings junior third baseman Maleah Andrews and senior shortstop Hailey Rath were named to the West Region D-II Player of the Year Watchlist; the team is set to play a doubleheader tomorrow at noon (Viking Field) against Northwest Nazarene.

Book Discussion with Nancy Y. Levine and Rachel Levine-Spates

2-3 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Explore a powerful dual POV memoir on recovery and hope with the authors in person.

The Bolshoi Brothers Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Shakedown — Tickets starting at $76 — Experience an unforgettable performance by The Bolshoi Brothers in Bellingham.

BRD Presents: Hindsight - A Celebration of 20 Years

7-8:30 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center Bellingham — Ticket information to be announced — Celebrate two decades of contemporary dance with a vibrant mix of beloved repertory and new works by BRD alumni.

Terry Tempest Williams in Conversation with Brenda Miller: The Glorians

6-7 p.m. — Sehome High School, 2700 Bill McDonald Pkwy, Bellingham, WA — General admission sold out, but book/reservation combo still available — Explore the beauty of the ordinary with eco-visionary Terry Tempest Williams.

Kenadie Lee: Handwritten Poetry Reading

6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Experience a poetic journey through gratitude and nature with local writer Kenadie Lee.

Intro to the Laser Cutter

6-7 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Get your laser cutter questions answered by an expert in a casual Q&A session.

TJ Poortinga Book Launch

6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — In-person event — Explore TJ Poortinga's debut darkly-comic psychological fiction, 'Electric Orange!'.

April Brews Day Festival 2026

3-8 p.m. — Civic Stadium — Ticket prices may vary — Celebrate craft beverages with 40+ breweries, cideries, live music, and local food.

David Mason: Cold Fire

8 AM – 5 PM — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Contact via email for details — Attend a day of literary exploration at this local venue.

CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival 10th Anniversary

Various times — Pickford Film Center — $15-$395 — Celebrate global cinema and inclusive storytelling at a milestone festival featuring award-winning films.