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Bellingham is secure enough about its artsy identity that it probably doesn’t need an internet survey conducted thousands of miles away for validation. But that didn’t stop Philadelphia-based real estate company Brotherly Love Properties from including a Bellingham neighborhood in its recent list of the most creative places in the country. The study aimed to rank the most sought-after neighborhoods in America for their attractiveness to creative people. Based on over 3,000 responses, it came up with a list of the 110 best neighborhoods for creative people in the country. While plenty of those included were famous neighborhoods in big cities, downtown Bellingham ranked in the top 25, the highest of any neighborhood in Washington.
Expert from Cascadia Daily News article written by Cocao Laney
There’s a new restaurant coming to downtown Bellingham — but while the menu is all-new, the venue will be familiar to anyone who enjoys craft beer.
Aslan Depot, Aslan Brewing Co.’s 21-plus tap room, is building an on-site kitchen and plans to serve a small menu by early summer. The kitchen is located in a separate building bordering the Depot’s patio, known as the Annex. (Regulars will recognize this building for its prominent moon calendar mural.)
If you’re searching for that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow this Saint Patrick’s day, look no further than Boundary Bay Brewery and Bistro. With March 17th being on a Monday this year, Boundary Bay is preparing four full days of St. Patrick’s Day family fun.
The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) has appointed Lindsey Payne Johnstone as its new Executive Director. With over 15 years of dedicated service to the organization and serving as Interim Executive Director since January 2024, Lindsey brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the community’s needs and Main Street America principles to her new role.
Read MoreBELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) hosted the 10th annual Spring Wine Walk in downtown Bellingham last weekend, providing a unique opportunity to explore downtown while tasting from wineries all across the state.
The DBP worked with Seattle Uncorked to coordinate with wineries to host tasting rooms. With 19 wineries to taste from, participants were given 10 tasting tickets and encouraged to try a wide range of flavors. The wine walk brought crowds of people downtown as people explored the local businesses both sipping and shopping.
Read MoreKick off Memorial Day and Ski to Sea weekend at the Official Ski to Sea Block Party at Boundary Bay Brewery! Friday, May 24th starting at 4PM in the beer garden, Boundary Bay will be serving up its famous FryDay Fish Fry menu alongside Cicchitt’s Pizza, live music from the Legendary Chucklenuts, and games provided by WECU.
Read MoreSustainable Connections is proud to announce the launch of their 2024 Farm to Table Trails, nine loops that invite participants to savor the sights and sounds of beautiful Northwest Washington. On these trails, folks will enjoy bountiful harvests from u-pick berry farms, find the most decadent local cheeses, and visit markets and farm stands for the freshest vegetables, fruit, meat, and fish. These trails are available in print and digital forms – making them accessible and convenient, no matter the user’s preference.
Read MoreWe were featured on Redfin’s bucket list article for new residents of Bellingham, WA. Check out the blog article here!
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On May 18th, Aslan Brewing will be celebrating its ten-year anniversary! From our first review, which said they’d rather drink the ketchup on the table over our Disco Lemonade (now a GABF gold medal winner), to paving the path for organic brewing in the Pacific Northwest, Aslan has grown so much in these ten years.
Read MoreNorthwest Youth Services is excited to announce the launch of the first and only LGBTQ+ center between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, Canada. The Q Center, created by Northwest Youth Services in partnership with Bellingham Queer Collective, is Whatcom County’s inaugural Queer Community Center.
Read MoreBy: Kevin Coleman, Executive Director of Bellingham SeaFeast
Bellingham SeaFeast’s Design Contest sponsored by BP
Call for youth artists! This year we’re giving our youngest ocean lovers (ages 4-17) the opportunity to submit their artwork for our SeaFeast 2024 design contest featuring the theme From Sea to Me and what that means to you. Winning designs will be featured on this year’s t-shirt and poster, and all submitted art will be displayed during Bellingham SeaFeast on October 5 & 6, 2024 and on our website. This contest is supported by our partners BP, Launching Success, Marine Life Center, the Whatcom County Library System, Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County and Blue Skies for Childrenn.
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