A New Home for Working …

A New Home for Working Artists in Whatcom County | Starflower Studios

When Good Earth Pottery first opened its doors in downtown Fairhaven in 1969, it was a pottery cooperative studio where local ceramicists worked and sold their art through a small gallery. Over time, as the gallery gained a devoted following and required more space, the studio component was removed. Now, Starflower Studios continues Good Earth’s early art studio legacy. AnnMarie Cooper, the sole owner of Good Earth since 2019, opened Starflower in February 2025 as a…

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Sometimes You Want To Go Where Everybody Knows Your Pie Order | Pie Dive Bar

Last September, La Conner was the latest PNW town to welcome family business Pie Dive Bar into the community. This bar and restaurant combines two great American traditions, defined right in the name. What could make…

8 Great Tastes | March 2026

1. Samosas are fried, savory pastries that are perfect for a light meal or an on-the-go snack. We love Naan & Brew’s delicious Veggie Samosas, served with a flavor-packed chickpea sauce. 2. If you haven’t been to Hey Dumplin’ in Bellingham yet, this is your sign to check it…

Rooted in the Natural World, …

Rooted in the Natural World, Near and Far | ERTH

THE SHOP Nestled among the storefronts of La Conner’s quaint downtown, ERTH is a quiet and calming oasis brimming with natural clothing…

Ride on a Ferry for Cider and …

Ride on a Ferry for Cider and Perry: A Must-Visit on Vashon | Nashi Orchards

Vashon Island, also known as Vashon-Maury, is a Puget Sound island cradled between Seattle and the Kitsap Peninsula. It’s smaller and more populous than our San Juan Islands, with forested shorelines, small farms, and a range of accommodations to…

New Executive Chef at …

New Executive Chef at Bellingham’s Elegant Waterfront Dining Destination | Keenan’s at the Pier

Last September, Keenan’s at the Pier restaurant at the Chrysalis Inn & Spa in Fairhaven welcomed new Executive Chef Eli Cobb. Cobb was previously at the Majestic Inn & Spa in Anacortes, and comes to Keenan’s with 25 years of experience in the kitchen….

Authentic Tacos and More in …

Authentic Tacos and More in Fairhaven | Tacos Guadalajara

A new Mexican restaurant has arrived on the scene in Fairhaven, taking over the space previously occupied by Jalapeños. Tacos Guadalajara opened its doors in November 2025 and is owned by Guillermo Rosas, who operates a quick-service taco joint by the same name in Ferndale. Patrons can expect the same authentic flavors at the Fairhaven location, with an expanded menu for the more traditional restaurant setting. Tacos Guadalajara is a family affair. Guillermo’s son, also named…

Wine Pick of the Month | …

Wine Pick of the Month | Pepper Bridge Winery Merlot

PEPPER BRIDGE WINERY MERLOT Pepper Bridge Winery Merlot is the kind of wine that feels like a hug in a glass—rich, smooth, and effortlessly inviting. Aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and a hint of cocoa draw you in, while balanced acidity and silky tannins make every sip glide across the palate. It’s approachable enough for a weeknight dinner, yet polished enough to impress at a dinner party or casual gathering with friends….

The Great Build

Embarking on a custom home build comes with so many questions, considerations, and decisions, it can seem as daunting as climbing Mount Everest. How do you know where to build, what professionals to go with, and which goals to make your top priority? To help demystify the process, we…

Corned Beef with Parsley …

Corned Beef with Parsley Carrots, Cabbage, and Black-Eyed Peas | Chef Matthew’s Corner

There are few meals more comforting or more closely tied to St. Patrick’s Day than corned beef and cabbage. This version keeps things simple, balanced, and deeply satisfying, with tender brisket, buttery parsley carrots, gently cooked cabbage, and a side of black-eyed peas for warmth and good fortune. These dishes are rooted in tradition, affordable ingredients, and shared tables. They’re straightforward to prepare, perfect for feeding…

Addressing Trauma at the Root …

Addressing Trauma at the Root to Improve Healing | Brigid Collins Children’s Advocacy Center

In an unassuming building downtown, there’s a tireless effort taking place daily on behalf of our region’s most vulnerable children. “I just can’t believe how many people don’t know what exists in this building,” says Kaelen Grimes, director…

The Mixing Tin | Black & …

The Mixing Tin | Black & Tan

BLACK & TAN The Den | $10 Ingredients: Pale ale, stout Bellingham has a certain affection for beer cocktails—if you’ve ever enjoyed a night at Cap Hansen’s bar, you probably know what we’re talking about. One of the simplest (and tastiest) beer cocktails out there is a Black & Tan, made by floating half a pint of a stout beer…

Special, Unique, One-of-a-…

Special, Unique, One-of-a-Kind: Transformative Tailoring | The Town Seamstress

There’s plenty of stressful details to worry about before a wedding, but The Town Seamstress is there to make sure that the dress isn’t one of them. Founded by Master Tailor Kristin Griffith, The Town Seamstress is a bridal and women’s formal wear tailor shop in Downtown Mount Vernon. Although they don’t sell the gowns, they’ve got decades of combined experience in perfecting and customizing them, which allows every bride to truly make their gown their…

Transition in Leadership …

Transition in Leadership Marks New Chapter for Non-Profit | Sustainable Connections

Following the resignation of Executive Director Derek Long, it was with great pleasure that Sustainable Connections announced the appointment of interim leadership for the organization. Jenna Deane and Delaney Skordal began serving as Interim Co-Executive Directors of…

We Stand Tall on the …

We Stand Tall on the Shoulders of the Women Before Us | Women’s History Month

“I am not free while any woman is unfree, even when her shackles are very different from my own.” — Audre Lorde In the United States, since 1987, March has been Women’s History…

Hello, Yellow | La Conner …

Hello, Yellow | La Conner Daffodil Festival

Experience nature’s awakening in beautiful La Conner, as the town welcomes the season of renewal with the 12th Annual Daffodil Festival. Skagit County produces more daffodil bulbs than any other county in the United States, and for the entire month of March, the town invites visitors to explore 500 acres of daffodils…

Since Time Immemorial | Smak …

Since Time Immemorial | Smak i’ya’ Matt Warbus

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 stories, told in…

The Second Life of Fairhaven�…

The Second Life of Fairhaven’s Historic Firehouse | FireHouse Arts & Events Center

In 1927, Fire Station #2 was constructed at 1314 Harris Avenue in Fairhaven. The Spanish Mission-style building was designed by local Bellingham architect Frederick Stanley Piper, who designed many historical Bellingham buildings, including the Grand Theatre and the former Great Northern Railroad depot along Roeder Avenue. The building served…

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