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 home for working artists…

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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 a perfectly imperfect,…

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,…

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 and goods. Owner Stephanie Banaszak opened ERTH in 2023, and the shop represents an opportunity for connection—with the items, with each other, and with the world. “My whole ethos is to…

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…

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. “My approach to cooking is rooted in the flavors of the Pacific Northwest. I was taught to…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 (usually Guinness) over half a pint of a pale ale (traditionally Bass Pale…

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…

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 the organization on Nov. 1, 2025. Before taking on these new leadership roles, Skordal and Deane guided Sustainable Connections as Development Director and Program…

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 Month—the annual celebration of the contributions and accomplishments of women everywhere. The first International Women’s Day was held in 1911, and is now widely recognized on March 8. Not only are women the mothers of…

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…

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,…

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…

The Mixing Tin | Casino