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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.
Downtown Sounds has returned to the Arts District with a lineup of musical acts that span genres of funk, soul, R&B and jam rock to bring a unique spin to one of Bellingham’s hottest community events. But as Downtown Sounds celebrates 20 years of summertime memories, the team behind it wanted to make this year bigger and better than ever before.
Read MoreBellingham Whatcom County Tourism, in collaboration with the Port of Bellingham and Seattle FIFA World Cup 2026, will host a free Team USA Watch Party for the women’s soccer match between USA and Germany on Sunday, July 28 at Kulshan Trackside Beer Garden.
Read MoreBack in Summer of ‘05, Fiamma Burger made its debut at the Bellingham Farmers’ Market in the form of a mobile unit. Fiamma aimed for a West Coast spin on the smash style burger, thus the flagship Fiamma Burger was born - a patty smashed and cooked to order that still holds the thickness and texture West Coasters had come to expect. The community embraced the flagship burger, especially in regards to the quality of ingredients. As Bellingham continues to evolve, Fiamma burger is still committed to using those same, quality ingredients to create a flavorful smash style burger with a variety of additions available.
Read MoreThe Squirrel Nut Zippers Jazz from the Back ‘O Town show is an intriguing look at the birth of jazz, focused on the prodigious musical neighborhood of New Orleans called Back ‘O Town. Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) will be hosting Squirrel Nut Zippers on the theatre’s Main Stage Wednesday, September 25, 2024 as part of their 2024-25 season.
Read MoreCloud Mountain Farm Center in Everson WA is excited to announce four Fruit Tastings on the Farm this harvest season – August 1, August 22, September 19, and October 17 from 5:30-7:00 pm. They invite you to enjoy certified organic, locally produced, regionally adapted fruit varieties and share your feedback on flavor and taste profiles. The first three events will be all ages, and the final one will be a special 21+ event pairing locally-produced cider and wine with our fruit.
Read MoreSustainable Connections is excited to celebrate September Eat Local Month, a month-long celebration of eating local food and honoring those who grow, raise, harvest, and prepare it to share with this community. All month long, Sustainable Connections will highlight the benefits of eating locally. They will also share opportunities to enjoy food from chefs, farmers, fishers, and grocers and experience the unique flavors of our region.
Read MoreWith this year’s grants totaling nearly $173,000 for more than 30 organizations, the Community Foundation’s investment tops half a million dollars since Project Neighborly was established in 2016. Grants have ranged from $360 to $5000, with projects coming from all corners of the county and all manner of groups, from neighborhood associations and faith organizations, to schools, local government and tribes, a range of arts, environmental and social service nonprofits and Western Washington University.
Read MoreIf you’re looking for live music in Bellingham, the Trackside Beer Garden is the place to be. Trackside is serving up Funky Groovy Jams on Thursdays, a rotating medley of genres on Saturdays, and alternating Jazz and Folk on Sundays. Whether you’re a fan of smooth jazz, lively folk tunes, or dance-worthy grooves, Trackside has something for everyone. It's the perfect spot to discover your new favorite band while enjoying refreshing Kulshan brews.
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