ReLaced, located in downtown Bellingham, prioritizes selling new, used, authentic, and well-made shoes to sneakerheads at great prices. The Shop This family-run streetwear shoe store, founded and owned by Lidija and Jesse Reading, first opened in March 2024 on Bay Street. In May, the business moved to a place on Holly Street. Helped by their central location and friendly…
Since Time Immemorial is a recurring series featuring community members whose families have been here since time immemorial. The ancestral knowledge carried by Lhaq’temish (Lummi), Nooksack, and other Coast Salish peoples is knowledge about how to live in our shared home in a good, life-sustaining way. We live in a…
For more than 30 years, the Whatcom Artist Studio Tour has been a fall cultural highlight in which artists around…
September is a time of natural bounty and abundance here in the Pacific Northwest. From ripe tomatoes at farmers’ markets to fresh seafood to the first harvest of apples, this season is one of celebration and appreciation. In fact, September is officially Eat Local Month in the state of Washington! It’s a time when farmers are honored for their labor and communities gather around shared local food. In Bellingham and Whatcom County, Eat…
In early June, Lydia Place hosted their 14th annual Handbags for Housing event, complete with a lively fashion show emceed by…
Expanding community spaces is part of what Shifting Gears does best, so it’s no surprise their Sippin’ on Cider Festival is rolling into its sixth year with plans of being bigger and better than ever. Shifting Gears is a Bellingham-based nonprofit that empowers women of all walks of life to dive into outdoor recreation. “Cost, intimidation, lack of gear, lack of experience, there’re all kinds of barriers that keep women from participating [in…
Sitting right where it has for the last 140-some-odd years, the historic wooden building that houses home and lifestyle boutique Go Outside welcomes folks to La Conner’s downtown….
Cooler days call for great cocktails, exceptional wines, and plates made for sharing. From timeless classics to fresh seasonal creations, our local restaurants and bars know how to make the most of fall. Whether you’re discovering a new favorite pour or lingering over tapas with friends, let this be your invitation to sip, savor, and celebrate the season with us. Our September feature is your guide: cocktail recommendations by family, a “Know Your Cocktails” breakdown of martinis, gimlets, and highballs,…
Sea salt starts with seawater. When the water evaporates, the salt it contains is left behind in crystal form. Around the world, salt makers use a variety of methods to make that transformation happen, but many small producers rely on slow, careful processes that let the natural minerals and textures…
In recent years, homeowners throughout the Pacific Northwest have begun rethinking what it means to fully use the space they already have. A rising cost of living, limited housing inventory, increasing multigenerational living, and the continued shift toward remote work have all contributed to the change. More homeowners are looking beyond traditional additions and asking a different question altogether: How can existing property be used more intentionally? Across the region,…
As summer comes to a close, one of the most readily available fruits is peaches. Trying to utilize this delectable fruit, I made a peach upside-down cake. I incorporated bourbon for a fun twist and a taste of fall. This cake is sweet and warm, with juicy peaches soaked in bourbon and arranged in a beautiful pattern. It is the perfect end to a warm fall…
If you were to picture a cozy, modern abode for young, energetic families who love cooking, hosting, sustainability, and the outdoors, this house would…
