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Bellingham
Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bellingham Food Bank doubled its weekly food spending budget to help locals who may lose SNAP benefits next month, and The Salvation Army is partnering with Walmart to hold food drives across the area. One drive will be held at Bellingham Walmart on Saturday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. where community members can bring non-perishables, boxed meals and canned proteins. KISM
- ➤ In Lynden, Schoolyard Park is nearly finished while Bender Fields still awaits permits—both projects aim to enhance local parks for community use. Lynden Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ PeaceHealth will cut 56 jobs at the Bellingham hospital later this year, impacting supply chain specialists, informaticists and administrative staff. The cuts are part of 241 planned job losses in Washington and Oregon by Dec 27 — union actions may influence the final count. My Bellingham Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cal Raleigh was named MLB Player of the Year and American League Outstanding Player by the Players Association — making him the first Mariner catcher to earn the honor. Meanwhile, Seahawks safety Julian Love is in jeopardy after a hamstring setback and Lynden volleyball finished its 16 to 0 regular season — setting up a competitive postseason. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ Four Lynden students cheer at University of Washington Huskies home football games this fall; two students from Lynden and LC perform in a co-ed stunt to support the team. Their work has helped boost game day spirit and involves ongoing school participation. Lynden Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Finding Nemo Jr.
7 p.m. — BAAY Theatre — $12 — Experience an enchanting journey as Marlin and Nemo venture across the ocean to reunite.
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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.
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Natasha Tripplett - Downtown Doors Launch
2-3 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free event — Explore community themes through Natasha Tripplett's heartwarming picture book.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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