Good morning, Bellingham.

Shifting Gears will host its seventh annual Bellingham Bike Swap this Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. at Fisherman’s Pavilion in Zuanich Park + buyers and sellers can trade discounted bikes and gear while 30% of proceeds support women-focused outdoor programs including sea kayaking, backpacking, and climbing nights.

Hilda Sandoval’s Farming is turning a rented plot into a thriving business + partnering with Whatcom Conservation District under a local conservation initiative.

Her work builds better food access, healthier soils and stronger ties among area farmers.

Laurel Lavender Farm will start its season on June 27 in Whatcom — marking nine years in business; owners Karen and Bruce Duim opened the farm in 2017 after researching the best lavender to grow.

Local store manager Leo Cano purchased Elenbaas Co.'s Everson store and renamed it Everson Farm & Hardware, completing the deal recently.

Washington added 10,600 jobs in May while unemployment stayed at 5.2%; the sectors of leisure and hospitality, manufacturing and construction drove the gains—state officials noted the report follows two months of losses.

Luke Bright is a junior at Lynden High School who has maintained a 4.0 GPA and earned a National Merit Scholar Letter of Commendation for his PSAT score while staying involved in school activities.

The Lynden School Board began its 2026-2027 budget process and named Danny Martinez as board president and Jim Verburg as vice president.

Whatcom County is reporting significant drops in opioid overdoses compared to last year.

EMS calls decreased by 26% + opioid incidents fell by 56% over the past five months while emergency room visits also declined, reflecting promising trends after fentanyl crisis measures began in 2024.

Bloodworks Northwest declared a Code Red on Wednesday, June 17 after regional blood supplies dropped to emergency levels.

The nonprofit is hosting a blood drive in Fairhaven on Friday, June 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to boost donations.

Crabbing season opens mid-July for crabbers in Bellingham and the San Juan Islands and will run until late September.

Crabbers can fish from Thursdays through Mondays with limits on five Dungeness, six Red Rock and six Tanner crabs each day.

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.

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.

Jontavious Willis Live

8-11 p.m. — The Shakedown — Ticket info available — Experience the vibrant fusion of traditional and modern Blues that brings audiences to their feet.

NW Tune-Up 2026

5-10 p.m. — Waterfront Pump Track — Ticket required — Experience world-class mountain biking, live music, and community culture in Bellingham, WA.

Northwest Tune-Up 2026

5:50-9:50 p.m. — Waypoint Park — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening with modern crooner Stephen Day in the heart of Bellingham.

Iris Fisher Smith Book Launch

4-5 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Discover a heartfelt memoir that inspires hope and resilience through the journey of faith.

Club Weezer with DJ Mandy Moorhol

9 p.m. — The Shakedown — Tickets available — Indie rock and slacker rock fans unite for a vibrant dance party with DJ Mandy Moorhol.