Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
Good morning, Bellingham.
🎭 Culture
Maoli will perform at the Pacific Grandstand stage at the Northwest Washington Fair on Sunday, Aug.
16. Pre-sale tickets start Wednesday, with general public sales at 9 a.m. Friday via the fair’s website.
🏛️ Government
Residents in 16 counties including Whatcom and Skagit are automatically eligible for an IRS tax extension until May 1, 2026 due to last December's floods.
Affected residents may contact IRS special services if they encounter filing issues.
🏈 Sports
Western Washington University's rowing team won four of five races at the Viking Invitational on Lake Samish Saturday.
The crew raced against the University of Puget Sound with fans cheering near Samish Park, marking the third meet of the season for the nationally ranked Vikings.
🎉 Bellingham Events
Submit an event →
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.
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.
KMRE 88.3 FM Marks 20 Years of Independent Community Radio with “Whatcom in Food & Stories”
On Thursday, May 7, KMRE presents Whatcom in Food & Stories at the Ferndale Events Center (5715 Barrett Road). This one-night-only gathering blends inventive local cuisine with live storytelling, creating an immersive experience that reflects the richness, diversity, and creativity of the region. KMRE is a nonprofit, all-volunteer, independent community radio station serving Whatcom County.
Heather Lea: Riding Full Circle
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Enjoy humorous tales of adventure and life lessons learned from the road on a motorcycle journey across the world.
Anne H. Putnam and Ashleigh Renard: A Conversation on Memoir Writing
4-5 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Engaging discussion about relationships, memoirs, and the healing journey post-heartbreak.
Day Hiking in the PNW with Craig Romano and Tami Asars
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Discover the best trails in the Snoqualmie Pass region and enhance your hiking adventures with expert insights.
🏠 Bellingham Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Bellingham Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Bellingham Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Bellingham.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.