Good morning, Bellingham.

Project Hope Food Bank in Lynden hired Dan Turner as its new director in February - Turner, who began volunteering during the COVID-19 pandemic, is set to boost food support for local residents.

Today the Annual Farmers Day Parade continues a long-standing tradition in Lynden — the event highlights local agriculture and unites community members along the main street.

The Mt. Baker Rotary Club awarded $90,000 in scholarships to 33 Whatcom County students (honored at its Tuesday, May 26 lunch meeting) to support local academic achievement.

The Washington Department of Social and Health Services begins distributing SUN Bucks payments this week to help families keep their kids fed during summer, benefitting over 577,000 children statewide.

Families receiving SNAP (or free school lunch) are automatically enrolled, and others can apply online through Sept. 4.

Bus service near WWU will change on Sunday, June 14 as WTA reduces routes from 10 to eight and adds extra shuttles and timed transfer points to serve campus, downtown and surrounding neighborhoods.

The changes aim to simplify routing and match student class schedules.

Residents in Whatcom, Skagit, Lummi and Nooksack can apply for federal aid to cover costs from December flooding until Wednesday, June 10; applications are available online or through in-person assistance at centers in Ferndale, Everson, Sumas and Burlington.

The Bells lost their home opener last night in a 3-2 contest to Wenatchee as AppleSox scored three runs after an early lead and will try to even up the series tonight at Joe Martin Field — first pitch is at 6:35 p.m.

The Bells had their home opener spoiled last night by a three to two loss to Wenatchee at Joe Martin Field.

They led early but fell behind in the sixth inning and will try to even the series tonight at 6:35.

The Journey Begins: Community Introduction to Setting Sun Circle

6-7:30 p.m. — Maritime Heritage Park — Free entry — Experience Indigenous art, music, and dance at this community introduction event during the Indigenous Art Walk.

Buzz In! Improvised Game Show

9:30 – 11:00 PM — The Upfront Theatre — $0.66 ticket service fee — Enjoy Bellingham's favorite improv game show filled with hilarity and surprises.

Forest Logging Show

All day — Deming Log Show Grounds — Entrance fee details not provided — Discover the thrill of logging competitions and the latest equipment demonstrations.

Karen Treiger - Standing on the Crack

6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Explore the influential legacy of Jewish immigrant families in Seattle and Bellingham through captivating storytelling.

Tool Fair

Join us Father's Day Weekend, June 19–20, for the Hardware Sales 30th Annual Tool Fair — Bellingham's favorite tradition celebrating 30 years of community, featuring live demos, vendor booth raffles, a Super Raffle, exclusive Tool Fair merch, and a Beer Garden at Stemma West. Meet reps from your favorite tool brands, score deals, and keep the fun going at participating local businesses all weekend long.

Mason Bee Revolution with Dave Hunter

6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Explore the crucial role of mason bees in pollination with expert insights and engaging discussions.

Laughs @ Larrabee Comedy Night featuring Brett Emerson

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Larrabee Lager Co — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of nonstop laughs with standout comedians Brett Emerson, Mariah Dodd, and Jay Markowitz.

Rhys Langston Live at The Shakedown

8-11 p.m. — The Shakedown — Tickets required — Experience the genre-defying sounds of Rhys Langston and his eclectic live set.

Eternal Wave Live Concert

Jul 3-4 — The Shakedown — Tickets not specified — Experience infectious surf rock vibes with Eternal Wave and Where’s West? in a night of catchy tunes and dance moves.