The Gristle
GROUND ZERO: Whatcom County Council made their final adjustments and recommendations to the Comprehensive Plan for the county’s heavy industry zone at Cherry Point before they adjourned for their summer recess. Their amendments will now be bundled up and presented to the County Planning…
Alan Rhodes
The Aug. 6 primary election is over and the campaign smoke has temporarily cleared. Here are a few of my blatantly opinionated and highly subjective observations.
The Executive Suite: In the County Executive race Satpal Sidhu and Tony Larson will face off in November. Sidhu, who is…
Rumor Has It
No matter when you’re reading this, odds are better than decent that I’m still in the afterglow of having a day that began with a perusal of prizewinning chickens and ended with a raspberry milkshake with a whole lot of goats and hard seltzer (at the Lynden Fair!) and Cheap Trick…
Letters
The Gristle mentioned that April Barker has a “laser focus on affordable housing.” This focus is important because Bellingham is becoming an increasingly expensive place to live.
Rents…
Last week’s Gristle showed us that Bellingham has two great candidates for mayor.
April Barker received the sole endorsement of Washington Conservation Voters because she understands we…
Last week’s Gristle stated regarding April Barker, “in politics a stated clarity of purpose is remarkable.”
That’s one of the reasons I support April Barker for mayor. She’s…
Today's Events
The Spitfire Grill
7:30pm
As part of Western Summer Theatre, attend showings of The Spitfire Grill at 7:30pm Wednesday through Friday, 2pm and 7:30pm Saturday, and 2pm Sunday at Western Washington University’s…
Boating Center Open
10:00am
Bellingham’s Community Boating Center will be open through the summer from 10am until sunset daily at their headquarters at 555 Harris Ave. Rentals include kayaks, sailboats, rowboats and…
Bard on the Beach
12:00pm
A Wild West-inspired version of The Taming of the Shrew will be part of the 30th Bard on the Beach season at Vanier Park in Vancouver, BC. Through Sept. 21, the Shakespearean favorite will…
Skagit Guided Adventures
12:00pm
This summer, join Skagit Guided Adventures for “Explore n’ Cruise” outings to Vendovi Island Thursdays through Mondays. Outings leave from Skyline Marina in Anacortes. Reservations are…
An Iliad
7:30pm
iDiOM Theater’s Summer Rep season comes to an end with showings of An Iliad at 7:30pm Thursday through Saturday at Maritime Heritage Park, 500 W. Holly St. Set in an empty theater in the…
Skagit Tours
10:53pm
As part of the annual Skagit Tours, Seattle City Light, the North Cascades Institute, and the National Park Service offer Diablo Lake boat tours, Gorge powerhouse tours, and Ladder Creek…
Plover Ferry Rides
12:00pm
The Plover ferry runs weekends through Sept. 2 from 12-8pm Fridays and Saturdays, and 10am-6pm Sundays departing on the hour from the Blaine Visitor’s Dock, Gate II at Blaine Harbor.…
Seaside BBQ
5:30pm
Enjoy the ultimate beach barbecue experience at a “Seaside BBQ” event from 5:30-8:30pm Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 31 at Blaine’s Semiahmoo Resort, 9565 Semiahmoo Pkwy. The “party on…
Ferndale Street Festival
6:00pm
Attend the 17th annual Ferndale Street Festival from 6pm-11pm Friday, and 10am-11pm Saturday in downtown Ferndale. Live music, dancing, food trucks, activities for kids, a car show, a beer…
The Phantom Tollbooth
7:00pm
Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth performers ages 9-14 will bring The Phantom Tollbooth to life at 7pm Friday, 2pm and 7pm Saturday, and 2pm Sunday at BAAY Theater, 1059 N. State St. Adapted…
Sin & Gin Tours
7:00pm
Through September 21, costumed guides will regale audiences with tales of fascinating characters at the margins of history at Good Time Girls’ “Sin & Gin” tours at 7pm Fridays at Saturdays in…
Dynamic Duos
9:00pm
Watch two-person teams push the boundaries of improv and comedy at showings of “Dynamic Duos” at 9pm Friday and Saturday at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. Tickets are $12. The format will…
Skagit Tours
10:53pm
As part of the annual Skagit Tours, Seattle City Light, the North Cascades Institute, and the National Park Service offer Diablo Lake boat tours, Gorge powerhouse tours, and Ladder Creek…
Pancake Breakfast
8:00am
All are welcome at a monthly Pancake Breakfast happening from 8am-10am in Ferndale at American Legion Post #154, 5537 2nd Ave. Entry is $3 for kids 12 and under, and $6 for adults.
Fidalgo Bay Day
9:00am
Attend the 20th annual “Fidalgo Bay Day” from 11am-3pm in Anacortes at the Samish Indian Nation’s Fidalgo Bay Resort, 4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd. Take part in beach seining demos and touch live…
Lake Whatcom Park Trail Build
9:00am
Join Whatcom Mountain Bike Coalition, Whatcom County Parks, and REI for a Trail Build event taking place from 9am-3:30pm at Lake Whatcom Park, 3220 N. Shore Rd. Activities will include…
Twin Sisters Farmers Markets
9:00am
Affordable, Whatcom County-grown produce can be procured at the Twin Sisters Farmers Market from 9am-3pm at the IGA parking lot on Nugent’s Corner, and 10am-2pm in Maple Falls at the North…
Anacortes Farmers Market
9:00am
Find fresh produce and much more at the 30th season of the Anacortes Farmers Market happening from 9am-2pm Saturdays through Oct. 26 at the Depot Arts Center, 611 R Ave.
Concrete Saturday Market
9:00am
Fresh food, arts and crafts, and live music are part of the Concrete Saturday Market happening from 9am-3pm weekly through Labor Day weekend at the Concrete Community Center, 45821 Railroad St.
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9:00am
Attend the Mount Vernon Farmers Market from 9am-2pm Saturdays through Oct. 12 at the city’s Riverwalk Park, 509 S. Main St. The market supports local farmers and growers in a family-friendly…
Bellingham Farmers Market
10:00am
The 27th season of the Bellingham Farmers Market continues from 10am-3pm Saturdays through Dec. 21 at the Depot Market Square, 1100 Railroad Ave. In addition to perusing and purchasing…
The art of arrangement
10:00am
The Flower Festival
10:00am
Celebrate and showcase the region’s floral abundance at an inaugural “Flower Festival” taking place from 10am-3pm during the Bellingham Farmers Market at the Depot Market Square, 1100…
Sumas Writers Group
10:00am
Aspiring writers can join the Sumas Writers Group to improve writing techniques, get feedback and gain information on how to get work published from 10am-11am at the Sumas Library, 451 2nd…
Lynden Farmers Market
10:00am
Local farmers and artisans will sell their edible and creative wares at the Lynden Farmers Market from 10am-2pm every Saturday through Sept. 28 at Centennial Park, 319 Grover St.
Blaine Gardeners Market
10:00am
Homegrown and handmade farm products, baked goods, arts and crafts and more can be found at the Blaine Gardeners Market from 10am-2pm Saturdays through October at the city’s H Street Plaza.
Lummi Island Saturday Market
10:00am
Vendors will offer fresh produce, local honey, gorgeous flowers, arts and crafts and more at the Lummi Island Saturday Market happening from 10am-1pm Saturdays through the summer in the field…
Airfest
10:30am
Activities for kids, a static display of aircraft and helicopters, informational booths, aviation career opportunities, speakers, food trucks, airport rescue firefighter demos and more will…
Cemetery Tours
11:00am
The Lynden Pioneer Museum presents “A Walk Back in Time” tour from 11am-12pm at the Lynden Cemetery, 1975 Front St. Tour guides will explore the history of the city, burial practices and…
Weavings Pop-Up Sale
11:00am
Peruse handwoven pieces by women’s cooperatives in Oaxaca and Guatemala at a Weavings! Pop-Up Sale from 11am-5pm Saturday and Sunday in La Conner at Vida Nueva Rugs (606 Morris St.) and…
Plover Ferry Rides
12:00pm
The Plover ferry runs weekends through Sept. 2 from 12-8pm Fridays and Saturdays, and 10am-6pm Sundays departing on the hour from the Blaine Visitor’s Dock, Gate II at Blaine Harbor.…
Modern Quilts Final Weekend
12:00pm
As part of the “Modern Quilts: Designs of the New Century” exhibit, attend the final “Ask a Quilter” event from 2:30pm-4:30pm Saturday at Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St.…
Sumi Fun for All Ages
1:00pm
Learn basic Sumi skills and experiment with Sumi materials when Janet Laurel helms “Sumi Fun for All Ages” from 1pm-4pm at La Conner’s Museum of Northwest Art, 121 S. First St. In this class,…
Summer Jazz Combo
2:00pm
Players from the Jansen Jazz Band will perform both jazz and pop selections at a lighthearted Summer Jazz Combo concert taking place from 2pm-3:30pm at the Piano Lounge at Lynden’s Jansen Art…
The Poetic Apothecary with Judith Adams
3:00pm
As part of a Humanities Washington Speaker Series, England-born poet and performer Judith Adams will present “The Poetic Apothecary: Poems for Healing & Comfort” at 3pm in Concrete at the…
Nooksack River Walk
3:00pm
Learn about local salmon species, discover native plants and find aquatic insects at the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association’s Nooksack River Walk starting at 3pm in Glacier at the…
Summer Fun in the Park
4:00pm
Attend “Summer Fun in the Park” from 4pm-9pm at Blaine’s Marine Park, 272 Marine Dr. Activities for kids, delicious food, music, a beer garden and a family-friendly outdoor movie will be part…
Janie Cribbs and the T.Rust Band
5:30pm
Celebrate Woodstock and 50 years of peace, love and music when Janie Cribbs and the T.Rust Band perform at a fundraiser for the Rick Epting Foundation for the Arts at 5:30pm at the Heart of…
Seaside BBQ
5:30pm
Enjoy the ultimate beach barbecue experience at a “Seaside BBQ” event from 5:30-8:30pm Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 31 at Blaine’s Semiahmoo Resort, 9565 Semiahmoo Pkwy. The “party on…
Lummi Island Crabfest Dinner
6:00pm
Enjoy local crab, organic corn on the cob and more at a Crabfest Dinner starting at 6pm at the Lummi Island Grange Hall, 2214 N. Nugent Rd. Suggested donation is $15 to attend the fun-filled…
Sin & Gin Tours
7:00pm
Through September 21, costumed guides will regale audiences with tales of fascinating characters at the margins of history at Good Time Girls’ “Sin & Gin” tours at 7pm Fridays at Saturdays in…
Skagit Tours
10:53pm
As part of the annual Skagit Tours, Seattle City Light, the North Cascades Institute, and the National Park Service offer Diablo Lake boat tours, Gorge powerhouse tours, and Ladder Creek…
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