Every Day is Earth Day in April Community | Earth Day Events Roundup
Earth Day happens annually on April 22, and the Pacific Northwest is the perfect place to celebrate, with an abundance of community cleanups, parades, and sustainability events. These events are…
Shepherd’s Pie
SHEPHERD’S PIE IS a classic comfort dish, perfect for exploring new combinations of traditional and modern flavors. Made with your choice of lamb, steak, pork, or turkey (if you are…
Urban Jungle | JeKa Plants in Mount Vernon
Walking into Jeka Plants in downtown Mount Vernon is like walking into a small, well-organized jungle. Created by sisters Jeanie Topness and Karen Yarber (whose names combine to create the store name), this houseplant shop is lined with shelves holding calathea, cactus, blooming jasmine, tillandsia, and more. A huge jade plant holds court in the middle of the room…
Samish Solar Sustainable Home
“Living in this house has shown us that efficiency and comfort actually go hand in hand….The quality of my sleep is so much better now that we live in a well-insulated house that stays cool during hot days…
It’s No Mirage: Customized Spa Care Beyond Relaxation | Little Oasis Wellness Spa
The mom in your life needs a massage. Honestly, everyone in your life probably needs a massage, but I’m willing to bet good money that there’s a mom you know who hasn’t even considered getting body work done, and her body needs it. Enter: Little Oasis Wellness Spa in Fairhaven, a holistic spa where clients can enjoy a relaxing, luxurious atmosphere while getting more than “just” a little…
Hyper-Hip, Diverse Market for Young Adults and the Young at Heart | Wonderz Market
If you’re tuned in to happenings in downtown Bellingham, you’ve probably already heard of Wonderz Market. If you’re into curated vintage and thrift, unique handmade clothes and accessories, funky crafts, and indie artists, you’ve probably already been! Fashion-forward crowds have been flocking to these once-a-month markets since they began in February 2023. Wonderz Market grew out of the traveling thrift business of partners and Co-Founders Elijah Ryan…
PAVÉ Jewelry & Design
The Shop In the heart of Mount Vernon lies PAVÉ Jewelry & Design, a tucked-away gem. The sparkling window displays catch the eyes of passersby as they explore the historic downtown streets. Inside, the sleek and modern design gives way to precious stones, jewels, gold, and silver accessories. The full-service shop specializes in the creation of…
Come Aboard This 100th Birthday Party | Schooner Zodiac Open House
A HOY! One of Bellingham’s oldest ships is turning 100, and you’re invited. The Schooner Zodiac is hosting an open house on May 19 to celebrate the vessel’s centennial birthday. The celebration will be held upstairs of the Bellingham Cruise Terminal and aboard the…
Since Time Immemorial | Steven Solomon, Sr.
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, 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 time when we need to restore our relationship with Mother Earth and with one another. We are grateful for these…
Mexican Cuisine Galore | Find your new favorite margarita, taco, and birria places
Whatcom and Skagit counties are known for their abundance of delicious Mexican food restaurants. So much so that even our friends from Canada cross the border to experience our local Mexican cuisine. With Cinco De Mayo coming up, it’s time to find your new favorite taco place. From Blaine to Mount Veron, here are some options for when you want to have a tart margarita, some quality tacos, or a juicy birria dish. Margaritas After a long day, it’s nice…
Innovative Sustainability from Eastsound’s Newest Inn | The Village Inn at Eastsound
One of the most important parts of any getaway is your temporary home away from home. The new Village Inn at Eastsound, opened in 2023, is a fantastic home base for your Orcas Island escape. The Village Inn sits near the entrance to Eastsound’s urban center. It’s just a short walk to any of the village’s businesses, and about a 20-minute drive to most locations on the island, whether you’re interested in Moran State Park in Olga or…
Offering Safety and Function to Individuals with Disabilities for Two Decades | Brigadoon Service Dogs
Since opening its doors in August 2004, Bellingham-based nonprofit Brigadoon Service Dogs has placed more than 100 trained service dogs within the Pacific Northwest, aiding and enhancing the lives of their handlers who live with diverse abilities. “Every dog that we place is a Whatcom County success story,”…