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Sunday, April 5th, 2026

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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • WSDOT will reduce both northbound and southbound lanes on I-5 near the Alger exit — MP 242 — starting at 8 p.m. Monday, April 6 as crews build temporary lane crossovers for fish passage work; northbound lanes will partially close for 12 days in May.  KISM

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Bolshoi Brothers Concert

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

    Tue, 4/7/26

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  • 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.

    Fri, 4/10/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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  • 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.

    Mon, 4/13/26

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  • 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.

    Wed, 4/15/26

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  • 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!'.

    Fri, 4/17/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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  • 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.

    Tue, 4/28/26

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  • 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.

    Thu, 4/30/26

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  • Spring Car Show

    All day — Les Schwab Tire Center — Free for spectators, $20 registration fee — Show off your wheels and enjoy a day of automotive camaraderie.

    Sun, 5/3/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Success is the product of daily habits—not once-in-a-lifetime transformations.

~ James Clear

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