Joe Wynne, owner and founder of the Hot Spot Sauna Club, is perhaps the most charismatic, driven, energetic person you will ever meet. Wynne guarantees that anyone who comes to his sauna will have a positive, unforgettable experience, and he makes everyone feel as welcome as family. His idea for…
RUM PUNCH If you’re in the mood for a fruity, refreshing drink, rum punch is the one for you! Punch is widely considered to be the first cocktail, from which all other cocktail variations stem, and this version is perfect for a late summer day or a tropical vacay. The taste of the fruit outweighs the flavor of the rum, so it’s also great for people who don’t like the taste of alcohol, but still want to…
One of the most wonderful things about our region is that it offers ways for everyone to enjoy nature, and one fabulous property on San Juan Island is taking that offer a step further: Lakedale Resort makes camping in the…
Ballistic Brew is a travelling coffee trailer with unique drinks, a sense of adventure, and a growing customer base throughout Whatcom County. The Everson-based business was founded in August 2024 by Jillian Ball, with help from husband Kent, daughter Kenzie, and son Burke. While they originally…
Twice a year, Bellingham Technical College (BTC) presents the community of Whatcom County with the opportunity to enjoy food made by their own culinary…
Through numerous education and volunteer programs, the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) has been working with local community members to remove barriers and create watersheds for salmon recovery for the past 34 years. Created in the wake of the Regional Fisheries Enhancement Group (RFEG) Program, established by Washington state legislature in 1990, NSEA is now a multi-million-dollar non-profit, and continues to make strides in supporting salmon…
Summer is my favorite time of the year for white wine, and my favorite is from Brian Carter Cellars in Woodinville. This Washington winery is known for its exceptional blending of WA wine and this one is my favorite during the…
Since 1973 the Skagit Valley Food Co-op has been bringing local, organic, fair trade, and natural grocery items to the residents of Mount Vernon and beyond. But did you know that this…
Long, golden evenings and backyard gatherings are what summer is all about—especially when there’s a perfectly cooked tomahawk steak from Widnor Farms cooking nearby. One of my favorite ways to enjoy the season is cooking outdoors with family, friends, and good music. While my usual go-to is a butter-basted steak in a cast iron skillet with rosemary, garlic, and cracked black pepper, summer often inspires me to take it outside. A Smoked & Grilled Tomahawk Steak is…
Feeling at home in a space is all about satisfying the senses—not only sight and touch, which are the usual focus of interior design advice, but sound, smell, and, yes, even taste! We’ve rounded up some of the best ways to ensure your home is a sensory masterpiece, so you can…
Thanks to a grant from Puget Sound Energy’s Green Power Community Support Program, the Community Boating Center (CBC) in Bellingham was able to install a new solar energy system in early May. This project marked a major step forward for CBC’s goal of fully operating on 100% solar-generated electricity, moving away from fossil fuels. Over the…
When you step into the Sophia Grace Gallery in Ferndale, you’ll feel an immediate sense of curiosity intertwined with fascination. The owner, Dr….
Vibrant sparkles, radical acceptance, flamboyant creativity, safety in expression, unbridled joy—these are just a few phrases that describe this year’s Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County Trashion Show. The show was created six years ago by Hillary Pritchard, Habitat’s operations manager, as part of Habitat’s annual auction in support of repurposing and reusing materials….
1. Red Star Taco Bar’s Philly CheeseSteak and Korean BBQ Beef tacos bring something new to the table! Pair them with a non-alcoholic Afternoon Colada. 2. Recently opened in the old Little Dog Coffee Co. shack, Full Steam Coffee Co.‘s Avo Turkey Bacon sandwich on ciabatta is a power-packed lunch on the go! 3. Rock and Rye Oyster House serves a delectable Poutine appetizer, perfect for sharing! For more happy hour bites, try…
Did you know Ferndale is home to an internationally-acclaimed whiskey brand? If you answered “no” and want to learn more, keep your curiosity about…
The Kiplingcotes Derby originated in 1519 in Britain, earning the title of Britain’s oldest horse race. Now, over 500 years later, this horse derby still takes place annually on the third Thursday of March. The term “derby” itself is widely thought to originate from an Earl of Derby, who started his own horse race almost 300 years after the Kiplingcotes. Since that early use of the term, derbies morphed into other forms and can be…
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…
Twice a month, the Whatcom County Cruising Association (WCCA) hosts meetings for members at the Cedars RV Resort in Ferndale. These gatherings are an opportunity…
You may be surprised to learn that nestled in north Bellingham is Washington’s largest, green-built, solar community: Larrabee Springs, one of the city’s best-kept secrets. It’s the vision of Caitac USA that has been brought to life by green builder Alex Wynstra of AJW Builders. Larrabee Springs has earned a reputation as one of Bellingham’s most respected builders of affordable, green-built, solar-powered homes designed for modern living. With a mission to create communities that balance environmental responsibility,…
It’s time for 31 Days of Giveaways! Enter to win a prize from a local business every day in August, plus a chance to win…
