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It’s Friday, Bellingham! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Ferry goes pedestrian-only, an all-woman Julius Caesar, and a Led Zeppelin 1969 throwback + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
Your grocery bill is telling you something: Life costs ~25% more than it did in 2021, but your savings… probably aren’t keeping up. That’s the quiet math a lot of retirees are reckoning with right now. AHG’s free guide breaks down how gold & silver can help (plus how to get up to $25k in free silver). Grab your copy here.*
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📰 In the news
Temporary service changes ahead: The Whatcom Chief will be out for dry dock April 25 to May 17, with pedestrian-only service and no vehicles, affecting trips between Gooseberry Point and Lummi Island — see dates and service details.
Established provider expands care: A new assisted living facility in Bellingham will open with 86 beds and 24-hour staff with nurses daily, freeing space that could add up to 48 substance use recovery beds — learn more about the expansion.
Port, state outline cleanup terms: The Department of Ecology is taking public comment on a consent decree for the Westman Marine cleanup in Blaine Harbor, a boatyard site dating to the 1940s — see how to get involved.
Your pet deserves the best, not the cheapest: When the vet gives you options, nobody wants to pick based on price. But when you’re paying out of pocket, that’s usually how it goes. Spot reimburses up to 90% of eligible vet bills, so the conversation can be about what’s best for your little nugget… not what fits the budget — see what (and who) it covers.*
Auto insurance rates change all the time: Shopping around throughout the year means you’re never stuck overpaying without knowing it. I run a quick comparison every few months just to see what’s out there. Last time I did it, I cut my payment in half — this free tool makes it easy.*
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Low-key cocktail haven: If you want plush seats and a dialed-in drink, The Admiralty Lounge sets a relaxed, grown-up tone with moody lighting and a menu built for discovery. Nautical comfort bites round it out, making it a midweek treat.
Fresh kicks, Fairhaven-style: When your everyday shoes start filing HR complaints, 12th Street Shoes keeps Bellingham steps happy with a smart lineup from Dansko, Alegria, EOS, Casta, and more. Think comfy, good-looking pairs you’ll actually wear on your South Bay Trail strolls, upgrading miles without the blisters.
Effortless lash upgrade: Midweek beauty shortcut, minus the fuss. The Lash Boutique Beauty Lounge delivers classic, hybrid, and volume sets that look polished without drama, plus lifts and tints for low-maintenance fans. Wake up camera-ready all week… and pretend you were born with it.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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A doctor’s been fixing snoring for 30 years: No clunky mouthpiece or loud machines, just two quick throat sprays before bed every night. It might sound too simple, but more than 3 million people use it, and a double-blind study shows 79% of patients reported positive results. *See how it works →
Skip the $200 carpet cleaning: Bringing in the pros runs around $150 to $300, and if you’ve got pet stains or set-in spots, it’s closer to the high end. Campanelli offers an 18oz aerosol that tackles the same stains for about $25. All you have to do is spray and let the foam do its thing, then vacuum it up. *Watch it in action →
You might owe the IRS less than you think: IRS bills include penalties that compound every month. But some of those can be removed, and you can often settle the remaining balance for less than what’s on the letter. Tax relief services exist to help you handle this exact process. See how they work →
The modern version of flipping through a catalog: Inspire Uplift’s flash deals page is what a Sears catalog would look like if it were built for 2026. Small business sellers, home and kitchen finds, beauty products, garden stuff, gifts… all discounted 50-70% off and rotating daily. It’s a low-pressure browse with genuinely good prices. *Flip through the deals here →
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📆 Around town this weekend
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎬 Sangha Movie Night: Laputa, Castle in the Sky @ Sansui-ji Temple | Friday (4/3) at 5:30 PM – Think you’re due for a low-key classic that doesn’t wreck bedtime? We’ll have a brief sit, Miyazaki’s Castle in the Sky, then a light chat. Come early for the communal dinner, bring a snack, and yes, the popcorn’s free, BYO bowl.
📅 First Friday @ Downtown Bellingham | Friday (4/3) at 6:00 PM – Downtown Bellingham’s First Friday is your monthly excuse to wander, sip, and pretend you planned a cultured night out. Galleries open up, shops stay lively, and half the block turns into a stage. Rotates fresh every month, map in hand, comfy shoes recommended.
📷 Kodachrome @ Bellingham Theatre Guild | Friday (4/3) at 7:00 PM – If you’ve ever people-watched at the farmers market, this is your play. Kodachrome snapshots small-town love through a photographer’s lens, tender, funny, and honest. Like flipping through the town album, you’ll catch first sparks, long goodbyes, and everything in between, no flash, just feels.
🎭 An All-Woman Production of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar @ New Prospect Theatre | Friday (4/3) at 7:00 PM – An all-woman cast is storming the Forum with Julius Caesar, served sharp, smart, and modern by Kestral Productions. Expect power plays, conspiracies, zero toga malfunctions, just fearless performances and the kind of Shakespeare that keeps you leaning in. Bring a friend, not a knife.
🥚 Easter Egg Hunt @ One Bellis Fair Parkway, Bellingham, WA, United States, Washington 98226 | Saturday (4/4) at 9:30 AM – Bellis Fair’s Easter scramble is back, bigger, and about as subtle as a mall walker in New Balances. Age-zoned hunts in the anchor wings, prize eggs, bunny photos, breakfast in the food court, and egg return bin. Arrive early, bring baskets, embrace the sprint.
🐟 Bellingham Dockside Market @ Fishermen’s Pavilion | Saturday (4/4) at 10:00 AM – Down at Squalicum Harbor, you buy dinner from the folks who actually caught it, not a freezer aisle. Pick your halibut, pay the fishermen, then grab chowder, browse nautical art, and call it a productive stroll. Go early, bring a cooler, smugness included.
🛍 Community Clothing Sale @ Karate Church | Saturday (4/4) at 11:00 AM – Bring your thrifty spirit and hit the Community Clothing Sale for guilt-free retail therapy. Hand over $20 for a bag, pack it with clothes and accessories you’ll wear, then strut out knowing every penny supports Road2Home programs, helps a neighbor shine, and lightens your closet.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Bellingham report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 56°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 37%
A chance of rain before 11am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 56. South wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. Southeast wind around 2 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 60°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 2%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. North northeast wind 1 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 42.
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