Good morning, Bellingham.

Community contributor Amy Cloud, the Public Information Officer for the Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management, advised residents to prepare a go bag with key supplies for sudden emergencies such as storms or wildfires.

The list includes food, water, clothing and first aid items — recommendations from Washington State Emergency Management — to help keep families ready for unexpected events.

Lineage, a Michigan-based warehouse company with over 485 facilities worldwide, will buy Bellingham Cold Storage for $42 million—covering its Orchard/I-5 center and Burlington Dry location.

The facility has been on the waterfront since 1946 and supports about 1,200 jobs, and it recently signed a 50-year lease extension with the Port of Bellingham.

Bellingham Municipal Court will host Law Day events between April 22 and May 5 at 2014 C St — the public will see court proceedings, meet judges and legal professionals, and view canine and drone demonstrations, while local eighth graders join in as part of a school partnership.

Bellingham drivers are advised that the left lane of southbound I-5 between Bakerview Road and Sunset Drive will close Thursday, April 17 from 3:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for sign replacement work—on-ramps at Northwest Avenue and Guide Meridian will also close during this period, so expect delays.

Today, the Whatcom County Council is set to present proposals for new electoral boundaries in and around Lynden — a move prompted by the city annexing over 36 acres last year and its growing population.

The proposals would split the 128th precinct into four sections and the 611th into two to meet the 1,500 registered voter limit while leaving district boundaries unchanged.

FEMA denied Washington’s request for disaster relief funds on April 11 for repairs after November’s bomb cyclone caused an estimated $34 million in damage to highways, utilities and electric grids, and Governor Ferguson said the state met all criteria + plans to appeal the decision.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

April Brews Day 2025

3-8 p.m. — Waypoint Park — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate local brews with great friends and craft beverages.

Intro to Vector Graphics

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Cost varies — Learn to create art and cutting files using Inkscape in this hands-on workshop.

First Fridays Celebration

6-10 p.m. — Downtown Bellingham Partnership — Free entry — Experience local art, live music, and late night shopping in the heart of Bellingham.