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Lynden’s Newest Brewpub Delivers Delicious Food, Tribune Tribute
On July 9, 1908, the very first issue of The Lynden Tribune rolled off the printing press. Today — 104 years later — the weekly newspaper is still publishing. And near the paper’s present-day Lynden...
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The Airow Project Proves Riding, Recreation Are for Everyone
When April Katz was in second grade, she was diagnosed with dyslexia. Although social and academic struggles followed, Katz eventually met a teacher who gave her the tools to navigate her disability....
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Rosewood Villa Celebrates Its Love of Pets With the Community
When Rosewood Villa Assisted Living Community recently got the chance to invite community members to visit, it didn’t take long to decide to host a pet parade. Since critters hold a broad appeal for...
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Visit Ferndale’s Laurel Lavender Farm
For the past 10 years, owners Karen and Bruce Duim have called Laurel Lavender Farm home. “We found the property and wanted to start a wedding venue,” Karen recalls, “but we ran into many roadblocks...
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Families Share What Makes Gabriel’s Art Kids and Robert Williams School of...
First came Gabriel’s Art Kids, launched in 2012 by educator and artist Gabriel Miles to provide a supportive, unhurried, and non-judgmental learning environment. Its early childhood and after-school...
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Healthy Downtown Bellingham Eats: Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Ever-So-Tasty
As Bellingham more fully reopened after COVID lockdowns, its downtown core brought back old favorites and introduced new — and very tasty — options for those who want healthy options but don’t want to...
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A Decade of Creation: Jansen Art Center Turns 10 and Looks Ahead to Future...
Art is an everlasting pillar of human culture and an outlet for expression of emotion and soul. It’s an important part of any community. The Jansen Art Center, which began 10 years ago as a touchstone...
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Add These Five Yard Games To Your Summer Fun
Summer is here! Mother Nature is granting us our annual reprieve and reminding us there’s no better place to spend this season than in Whatcom County. There are trails to be hiked, lakes to be swam in,...
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Unsubdued Theatre Collective Brings Fresh Approach To Local Stage Productions
The impending closure of Bellingham’s Sylvia Center for the Arts means a great loss to the city’s performing arts community. But as saddened as community members are about the closure, many are finding...
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Ross Dam Trail Hike Provides Access to Some of North Cascades National Park’s...
It’s easy to almost forget that Whatcom County is home to the North Cascades National Park. The drive through Skagit County to reach this part of Whatcom County can feel far away, but the reality is...
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Nature Is the Bee’s Knees
Nonprofit organizations do the necessary work to enrich our communities and cultivate connections. Peoples Bank understands the growing need to support these organizations and help advance their goals....
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Ashuri Baklava & Café Brings Turkish Flavor to Bellingham
As a geographic and cultural confluence of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, the nation of Turkey is well-known for its melting pot of ethnic influences and flavors. If you find yourself unable to...
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Brooke Evans of Opus Performing Arts Is on Pointe
Established in 2013, Bellingham’s Opus Performing Arts provides high-quality dance instruction in a positive atmosphere. Brooke Evans has been its artistic director since 2015, after starting as a...
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PeaceHealth Caregiver-Athletes Prep for Bellingham Bay Marathon
With views of Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the North Cascades, the Bellingham Bay Marathon is an iconic Pacific Northwest road race. On September 24 and 25, the annual event and its four...
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Neighborhood Facebook Groups Connect Bellingham Locals, Online and Off
In a decade where the line between “online” and “off” has blurred in our personal and professional lives, many “offline” communities are now “on” social media platforms, such as Facebook. In...
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Good Earth Pottery: Fairhaven’s Down-To-Earth Clay and Ceramic Makerspace
On the corner of Fairhaven’s Harris Avenue and 10th Street, the display window of Good Earth Pottery features rotating clayware and lettering by Lively Signs. In the over 50 years this gallery has...
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Bec Detrich Lives a Life of Adventure With a Passion for Environmental Education
Those who lead extraordinary lives make the biggest difference if they are willing to share their experiences. Rebecca ‘Bec’ Detrich, executive director at North Cascades Institute, sat down with...
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Current and Former NFL Players With Whatcom County Roots
Over the years, a handful of NFL players have heralded from Whatcom County. Some won Super Bowls, while others endured journeyman careers in the football world. Here’s a look at some of the NFL talent...
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Whatcom County Council on Aging Promotes Senior Recreation, Education, and...
In any community, senior citizens benefit from the support of community centers. Whatcom Council on Aging connects our county’s seniors with activities and resources near them. Whatcom Council on Aging...
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Bellingham Training and Tennis Club Offers Solutions To Overcome Obstacles...
We all know it’s important to be physically active. Exercise helps us stay healthy, prepares us for our daily movements, and allows us to perform our best in our next competition. But having to find...
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