Mother’s Day, as we think of it, was founded in the United States in the early 1900s by Anna Jarvis, the daughter of Ann Reeves Jarvis, a community organizer and social activist during the Civil War era. After her mother’s death, Jarvis created Mother’s Day as a way to pay tribute to mothers who make…
Sometimes, out of nowhere, your fridge decides to stop working. Or your dryer decides to burst into flames. Or your piano is fine, you just don’t want it anymore, and you don’t know what to do with it. It’s tough to know what to do with things, especially if you want to recycle them. Luckily, the Ferndale Downtown Association hosts an annual clean-up day for primarily Ferndale residents. This year’s…
THE SHOP Nestled among the shops of historic Fairhaven, Serendipity is a venue trading in upscale and vintage consignment clothing. “We like to describe ourselves as an eclectic collection for style lovers of all ages,” Owner Megan Lacki-Cunningham tells me as I walk through the…
Location: Lake Whatcom, Bellingham Homeowner: Mark Wheatley Architect: Maggie Bates, A1DesignBuild Builder: A1DesignBuild Interior Designer: Mark Wheatley Photographer: Moment Films When Mark Wheatley approached A1DesignBuild,…
LONG SHADOWS POET’S LEAP RIESLING Poet’s Leap is one of my go-to Rieslings! It’s a burst of freshness in a glass. Think white flowers, zesty lime, and a hint of wet stone on the nose, instantly inviting and impossibly easy to sip. On the palate, crisp green apple, juicy peach, and lively citrus mingle with a whisper of sweetness, perfectly balanced by zesty acidity that keeps it light and refreshing. It’s approachable enough for weeknight dinners, yet…
Maybe it’s something about reentering the ‘20s, but speakeasies have seen a definite resurgence over the past five to 10 years. Thankfully, history isn’t repeating itself entirely, so we aren’t flocking to these hidden bars and restaurants out of necessity—we’re doing it because they’re so much dang…
During their 2025–2026 season, the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra (BSO) launched BRAVISSIMO!, a brand new community for folks aged 21–39. BRAVISSIMO! was inspired by Seattle Opera’s BRAVO!, a highly successful young patrons group created in 1996. BSO Executive Director and Co-Principal Oboe Gail Ridenour brought the idea…
Editor’s note: This story originally ran with Michelle Schraeder’s last name misspelled as “Schrader.” It has been updated here. Our deepest apologies for this inaccuracy. On a quiet stretch of land near Everson, where Ten Mile Creek winds through marshland and meadow, Ed Stone kneels beside a spring-fed channel surrounded by canary grass, the invasive species that once hid dozens of natural springs. Decades of patient restoration…
Cooking with Cannabis offers a gentle and customizable way to support relaxation, ease chronic discomfort, and enhance overall well-being. When infused into everyday foods, it allows for steady, predictable effects without smoking—making it an appealing option for those seeking natural relief. With thoughtful ratios and simple preparation methods, cooking with cannabis can become a comforting addition to a balanced, wellness-focused diet. Tips to Get Started Start with very low doses!…
Earth Day happens annually on April 22, and the Pacific Northwest is the perfect place to celebrate, with an abundance of…
The fourth annual Skagit Wood Expo and Marketplace is going down at The Skagit County Fairgrounds in lovely Mount Vernon on April 18 and 19. This family-friendly event focuses on locally-sourced wood and lumber, with one-of-a-kind events throughout the weekend. With over 50 local vendors, the artisan marketplace presents the perfect opportunity for…
If you garden west of the Cascades, you already know this truth: rain isn’t possible to fight—you just have to work with it. Western…
