Terrified of what the other kids might think of him, Zac cowered, stuck in a stare-down with a jump ramp. For one day only, the students of North Middle School in Everett were allowed to bring their skateboards to school. The teachers had miraculously agreed to let their wood shop class craft a ramp for the skaters to try out for…
Whether you’re looking for a 2 a.m. nightcap or a 10 a.m. cup of joe, Slo Pitch Casino is truly the place to be for food, drinks, and all kinds of fun. People from all walks of life are welcome, just as long as you’re old enough to gamble and drink. Owned and operated by the Gill family, Slo Pitch Casino (previously known as…
The Claire Theatre has been a pillar of the performing arts community in Lynden for almost four decades. After its recent remodel, the theatre has absolutely no plans on going anywhere. Originally named The Queen Juliana Theatre after a queen of the Netherlands, the theatre can seat 160 people and is located in the quaint Dutch Village…
The moment you walk into Tulalip Resort Casino, you’re immersed in the cultural character and polished amenities that define their regional standard of excellence. The resort is a getaway destination that offers guests a comprehensive premier experience, including 370 luxurious guest rooms and suites, the indoor Oasis Pool, high-end boutique shopping, gaming, a DraftKings Sportsbook, entertainment, restaurants—all of which…
JUGGERNAUT SONOMA COAST CHARDONNAY The great white shark on the bottle label represents the resilience of the grapes that go into this wine. According to Juggernaut’s website, growing conditions on the Sonoma Coast frequently feature fog and intense wind, causing the grapes to ripen less sweetly. Their…
Traveling workers, families, adventurers, and staycationers have an exciting new place to stay in Sedro-Woolley. The Kulshan Hotel, which opened in March 2025, is a boutique 49-room hotel with all the modern amenities. It’s…
From coastal escapes along the Pacific to destination resorts east of the Cascades, Washington’s casinos offer far more than gaming alone. Many have grown into full-scale hospitality destinations, blending thoughtfully designed hotels with standout dining, live entertainment, spas, and plenty of ways to unwind beyond the casino floor. Whether you’re planning a fun…
Happy Birthday Baywood Coffee! This May, this cozy Birch Bay coffee shop celebrates two years of cultivating a community atmosphere by the beach. Owner Antonie Inthavong opened Baywood Coffee in 2024, taking over the former Birch Bay Teriyaki and Chinese Cafe space from his parents. The business continues to be a family affair, and the spirit of familiarity can be seen in the friendly banter between patrons…
Paul Chiyokten Wagner is an activist, a tribal member of the W̱SÁNEĆ (Saanich) Nation, and the Founder of Protectors of the Salish Sea, an Indigenous-led environmental protection organization. But ask him about his spirit, and he will tell you about the night the flute songs came. He used to play electric guitar, deep in rock bands, until a voice arrived that was not his own. Spirit music will reach you. He didn’t understand it. He told his bandmates…
1. Golden, crunchy, and downright addictive, Nicki’s Bella Marina’s Deep-Fried Pickles strike the perfect balance between crisp batter and tangy dill bite. 2. The Asian1 Appetizer Combination delivers a satisfying mix of…
April showers bring May flowers, and here in the Pacific Northwest that also means the beginning of our farming season. Local markets fill with bright greens, sweet peas, tender carrots, and the first real promise of warmer days ahead. This dish is…
Completion date: August 2025 Location: North Bellingham Engineer: Frame Studio, Inc. Builder: Casali Construction and Remodeling Interior Designer: Alexa Casali with Casali Remodeling Photographer: Melissa Daughters with MKDaughters Photography For this recent renovation, our clients…
Gently burbling water, swaying underwater plants, and hundreds of fish flashing their colorful scales and fins at you as they swim by. For most, it’s an undeniably captivating view, and one known to help reduce stress. Bellinghamsters have been able to aquarium-gaze at the Marine Life Center, the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, and at other pet shops and businesses…
Opportunity Council is an organization supporting Whatcom, San Juan, and Island Counties with childcare, early education, employment, financial, and basic needs services. Maple Alley Inn, their hunger-fighting healthy meal program, has been operating since 1987. Maple Alley Inn serves breakfast…
CASINO Jack’s Bar Ingredients: Gin, lemon juice, maraschino liqueur, orange bitters, Luxardo cherry The Casino cocktail is a simple but sophisticated drink that anyone can enjoy, whether you are taking your chances at the roulette wheel, having a night out…
Riding a bike is a timeless activity that, for some people, has been part of life for many years. This includes the owner of Birch Bay Bike Shop, John Roy, who solidified his deep passion for biking in high school. The Birch Bay Bike Shop opened in 2023. Roy is the main employee, with occasional help from his wife, Carolyn Roy. He saw something…
Imagine this: you’re lying outside on a blanket in the sun on bright green grass. The temperature is warm, but not too warm, and the sounds of birdcalls and smells of freshly…
Millet Gluten-Free Bakery is Bellingham’s only 100% gluten-free bakery. Open for less than a year, it’s risen in popularity faster than the owners could ever…
When borders divide, communities can choose to sail toward each other. On a weekend in Sept. 2025, a flotilla of boats carrying roughly 100 Americans crossed the Salish Sea from Orcas Island, Washington, to Salt Spring Island, British Columbia—two islands separated by a national border but connected by tides, ferry routes, and the kind of neighborliness that doesn’t require a passport to feel. The gathering was called Hands Across the Water, and it arrived at…
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…
Mother’s Day, as we think of it, was founded in the United States in the early 1900s by Anna Jarvis, the daughter of Ann Reeves Jarvis, a community organizer and social activist during the Civil War era. After her mother’s death, Jarvis created Mother’s Day as a way to pay tribute to mothers who make sacrifices for their children. In 1908, the first official Mother’s Day celebration was held in West Virginia, led by Jarvis….
