Good morning, Bellingham.

Whatcom County Health and Community Services announced that PSP levels dropped in shellfish, opening all county beaches from Sandy Point to the Skagit County line and on Lummi Island for recreational shellfish harvesting (including clams, mussels, oysters and scallops) while advising harvesters to check the state's shellfish closure map before digging.

Bellingham area bus services received federal funds on Nov.

20 to upgrade their buses—WTA got nearly $17 million for hybrid models while Skagit Transit received just over $9 million to expand its fleet. The funding is part of a $2 billion plan by the Federal Transit Administration to modernize stations and cut emissions across the country.

City of Bellingham’s Community Tree Programs will offer free saplings at the Bellingham Farmer’s Market on Nov.

29 (including Mountain Hemlock, Paper Birch and Shore Pine) as part of an effort to boost tree canopy cover and reduce summer temperatures.

State and local health officials have urged residents to get flu shots as this season may be rough because of a circulating strain and lower vaccination rates.

They said vaccines are available at providers, pharmacies, community clinics and through a new nasal option while noting that last season 17 people died in Whatcom County—more than in the previous five years combined.

Bellingham residents can enjoy peaceful walks around Lake Padden and bike rides along local trails as fall ushers in a quieter season.

Indoor options include browsing books at Henderson’s and sampling seasonal blends at tea shops—local venues will also host energetic rock shows later in the season.

Seattle Torrent will play their first-ever PWHL game tonight against the Vancouver Golden Eyes while WWU women’s soccer hosts a national tournament semifinal tomorrow at Harrington Field.

High school football quarterfinals take place at Blaine High School tomorrow with Whatcom and Skagit teams, and additional matchups—such as NFL action with the Seahawks in Music City and road games for the Huskies and Cougs—set the stage for semifinals next Saturday.

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.

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.

Esme's Adventures in Another World

7-3:30 p.m. — BAAY Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Embark on a magical journey with Esme in this original production full of music and adventure.

Walton Magic

1-7 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a captivating performance full of mind-bending magic, laughter, and wonder by resident magician John Walton.

Intro to Vector Graphics Workshop

6:00–7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — 50% scholarship available — Learn to use Inkscape to create stunning vector graphics for various applications.

Contra Dance: Dec 13th

7-10 p.m. — Bellingham Public Library Fairhaven Branch — $12-$15, $8 students — Enjoy an engaging evening of dancing with live music by Heliotrope and expert calling by Laura Mé Smith.

S.O.S. Signs of Strength Film Screening

3-5 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center Bellingham — Free entry — Experience a powerful dance film exploring resilience through the stories of military veterans and their journey of strength.

Intro to the Laser Cutter

4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members, $20 for non-members — Join experienced instructor Jason Davies for an informal Q&A about laser cutting and related tools.