Good morning, Bellingham.

Local emergency management officials urge Bellingham pet owners to prepare an emergency plan and kit with food, water, medications, a backup collar with ID tag, and comfort items to ensure safe evacuation when natural hazards strike.

The guidelines also advise confirming pet microchips and vaccinations and listing pet-friendly shelters (to help secure a swift response in emergencies).

Today, a waterfront trick-or-treat event takes place in Birch Bay from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. along the berm from Terrell Creek to Birch Bay Library, while the Bellingham Circus Guild’s vampire-themed Halloween show runs from Friday through November 2, a free book talk in Fairhaven is held from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., and Nolan Taylor performs live Friday at Blue Room.

Today, Bellingham offers Halloween fun with Trick-Or-Treat on the Berm in Birch Bay running from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and a free I Am We book talk on crows at Village Books in Fairhaven from 2 p.m. Meanwhile, the Bellingham Circus Guild continues its eighth annual spooky circus show — featuring acrobatics, juggling and aerial acts — that runs through November 2.

The Mariners earned postseason recognition as Cal Raleigh was named MLB Player of the Year and manager Dan Wilson won AL Manager of the Year while the Seattle Storm announced new head coach Sonia Raman—the first of Indian origin in the WNBA.

Local sports updates also include live pregame coverage for Friday Night Lights at Nooksack Valley today and scheduled matchups for the Huskies, Cougs, Kraken, Vikings, and high school teams on radio.

How Birds Fly: The Art and Science of Avian Flight

4-5 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Dive into the fascinating world of avian flight with Peter Cavanagh's artful and scientific exploration.

High Step Society Dance Party

9 PM - 1 AM — Wild Buffalo House Of Music — Cost Info not specified — Experience a dynamic blend of jazz with a big band atmosphere at this unique dance party.

Beyond the Veil Concert

7-9 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — $34 — Celebrate Halloween with a spine-tingling concert featuring ghostly tunes and a costume catwalk.

The Sea - Film Screening

3-4 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center Bellingham — $5-$15 — Experience a poignant exploration of aging and relationships through the art of dance and film.

Intro to the Laser Cutter

4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Ask questions and get insights on your laser projects with expert guidance from Jason Davies.

25th Annual Nordic Fest

10 AM – 4 PM — Ferndale Events Center — $5, FREE Under 13 — Celebrate Nordic culture with crafts, baked goods, and all-day entertainment.

Building Hope: Numan Gala

12-5 a.m. — 1650 Baker Creek Pl, Bellingham, WA — Fundraising event — An evening of dinner, a silent auction, and 80's dancing to support orphaned children in Ethiopia.

Intro to Vector Graphics Workshop

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Class fees apply — Learn to create art and cutting files using free software Inkscape.

Finding Nemo Jr.

7 p.m. — BAAY Theatre — $12 — Experience an enchanting journey as Marlin and Nemo venture across the ocean to reunite.

Dave Laster: Skis, Shovels, and Stories Book Launch

4-5 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Explore the thrilling tales of Dave Laster's adventures with the Sun Valley ski patrol in the 1960s.