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Bellingham
Friday, July 4th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lee Memorial Park is hosting summer events starting with an Animals as Natural Therapy and Early Childhood Resources Fair on July 10, where families can meet animals and enjoy crafts, games, and music. Bellingham City Council will discuss utility rate increases on July 7 while city offices are closed today for the holiday, and planning is underway for a new waterfront skatepark plus street improvements that will cause lane closures during the week of July 7—fireworks will start at 10:30 p.m. at Zuanich Point Park. City of Bellingham
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In Timberline's Embrace Book Reading
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Jean Waight explores the enchanting history of Timberline Lodge through her latest book.
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Horseshoe Tournament
All day — Lynden / Bellingham KOA Journey — Entry fee required — Compete in a thrilling horseshoe tournament while enjoying scavenger hunts and tractor rides.
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Cascadia Dirt Cup 2025 – Galbraith Mountain Enduro
July 12-13 — Galbraith Mountain and Padden Trails Parking Lot — Entry fee varies — Experience thrilling mountain bike racing at the fourth stop of the Cascadia Dirt Cup series.
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Intro to the Laser Cutter
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Learn from laser expert Jason Davies and get your questions answered about laser projects and techniques.
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Midsummer Cider Tasting
4-7 p.m. — Elizabeth Station — Free entry — Sample specialty ciders from local farms and enjoy beautiful bouquets in a vibrant community setting.
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Northwest Raspberry Festival
9 AM – 8 PM — Downtown Lynden — Free entry — Celebrate Whatcom County's raspberry bounty with live music, food sampling, and community fun.
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Vietnam Veterans Car Show
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Barkley Village Green — Free admission — Celebrate veterans with a showcase of classic cars and community camaraderie.
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Bad Posture Club's Album Release Show
8-10 p.m. — New Prospect Theatre — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the release of Affinity with the enchanting sounds of Bad Posture Club and special guests.
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Blues, Brews & BBQ featuring The Atlantics
5-9 p.m. — Hotel Bellwether — Alcohol not included in ticket price — Enjoy live Rhythm & Blues and BBQ with stunning waterfront views.
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Ian's Ride: A Journey to Joy with Ian MacKay & Karen Polinsky
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Explore the inspiring biography of a quadriplegic athlete who found healing through nature and community.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.
~ John Wayne
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