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Bellingham
Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local food banks will benefit from a donation drive as DeWaard & Bode will match every contribution—each dollar for dollar—up to $100,000 until November 30 to support banks in Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan and Island Counties. KISM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On November 6, a federal judge ordered the administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November and set a deadline of today for the payments—state officials warned that users might not see funds on their debit cards immediately. More than 10% of Whatcom County residents rely on food stamps, and state agencies are working to process payments as soon as possible. KAFE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seattle’s new professional women’s hockey team was named the Torrent while Vancouver introduced the Goldeneyes along with new logos, with their first game set for Nov. 21. In Whatcom County last night, Lynden won the 2A volleyball title and Sehome secured the 2A girls soccer crown—both advancing to state tournaments next week amid shifting high school football rankings and NFL matchups. KISM
- ➤ Three district champions were crowned in Whatcom County last night as Lynden won the 2A volleyball title and Sehome and Lynden Christian secured girls soccer wins—each team now advances to state tournaments. Other sports news noted that Seattle’s new women’s hockey team named Torrent and Vancouver’s Goldeneyes unveiled new logos, the Kraken lost 6–1 to the Sharks, high school football rankings shifted ahead of state play, and the Broncos will host the Raiders tonight at 5:15 p.m. My Bellingham Now
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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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Intro to the Laser Cutter Workshop
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Get expert advice from Jason Davies on your laser projects and explore related tools.
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Krampus Night 2025
6:30-10 p.m. — Chuckanut Bay Distillery — $35 — Experience a night of festive mischief with music, dancing, and a visit from Krampus.
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Blaine Holiday Harbor Lights
6 PM - 1 AM — 701 Peace Portal Dr, Blaine, WA — Free entry — Experience the festive spirit with a day full of holiday activities and dazzling lights.
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Laser Cutter Office Hours
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Get expert advice on laser projects from Tool Champion Jason Davies in an informal Q&A session.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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