Schools going solar, looming land trust decision, WWU Night at the Bells, resource fair for jobs, volunteer appreciation, and more. 
Happy Tuesday, Bellingham. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Bellingham Brief serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead:
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Schools going solar ☀️
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Land trust decision 🌱
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Money skills class 💵
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Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Schools going solar this year: Bellingham Public Schools will install solar arrays at five schools—Alderwood, Happy Valley, Sunnyland, Shuksan Middle, and Options High—this summer and fall 2025, cutting carbon emissions and saving an estimated $165,000 in utility fees in the first year — read the full story
Land trust or sale looming: Sustainable Connections will divest Cloud Mountain Farm Center, seeking a land trust agreement by Sept. 1 or listing the property for sale later this year — read more
WWU Night at the Bells: Catch WWU Night at the Bellingham Bells’ special $2 Tuesday on June 24 as they take on the Wenatchee AppleSox with lawn seating and Seawolf spirit. Register today for a free drink ticket — sign up here
Highlights this week
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Prep for early, high-risk fire season
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Check out this 700-mile backpacking route
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Get job support and free services at the Resource Fair
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Celebrate local volunteers at this Appreciation Party
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Learn key money skills through a Financial Class
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Lawn looking rough? TruGreen’s 50% off
🫶 We got your back
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Coastal crunch cravings: When fish, chips, and that unmistakable seaside breeze call your name, The Galley Fish and Chips delivers golden-battered perfection with malt vinegar flair, plus the kind of fluffy chips you’ll dream about ’til your next order.
Wardrobe whisperers: From breezy linen dresses to power-shoulder blazers (and all the accessories that make them pop), Adored Boutique is where your closet goes to get its personality back—one perfectly curated piece at a time.
Market magic: Why shop anywhere else when Community Food Co-op has weekly farm-fresh produce, small-batch pantry staples, and enough grab-and-go gourmet options to turn your dinner routine into something extraordinary?
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
This week
📚 Book Launch Party @ Village Books in Fairhaven | Tuesday (6/17) at 6 pm – Beam up for a spacey and spicy evening as Ann Aguirre and Sarah Hawley celebrate the launch of I Think I’m in Love with an Alien. Expect rom-com absurdity, interstellar flirting, and a whole lot of fandom fun. Costumes optional, nerdy joy guaranteed.
🍻 Bellingham Bay Brews Cruis @ Cruise Terminal | Wednesday (6/18) at 6:30 pm – Hop aboard for 90 minutes of scenic sippin’ through Bellingham and Chuckanut Bays. Enjoy curated beer samples from Structures, Otherlands, and Boundary Bay along with light bites, with extra drinks available for purchase. Beer, breeze, and bay views? Yes, please.
🧘 Summer Solstice Walking Meditation @ Fairhaven Park | Thursday (6/19) at 6 pm – Celebrate the longest day of the year with a soul-soothing combo of walking meditation and an hour-long sound bath guided by Ruby Koa. Bring something cozy to lay on, bundle up, and prepare to deeply relax in the Fairhaven Labyrinth. All ages welcome—just don’t forget to pre-register.
🎷 The Unknowns @ Elizabeth Park | Thursday (6/19) at 6 pm – Wrap up the Elizabeth Park summer concert season with The Unknowns and their smooth blend of jazz, blues, and sultry vocals. Grab a lawn chair, pack a picnic, and groove into the evening. It’s free, family-friendly, and food vendors will be on-site.
🎭 A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder @ Theatre Guild | Thursday (6/19) at 7:30 pm – Murder has never been so charming. Follow Monty Navarro’s wickedly witty journey to secure his family’s fortune—by knocking off the competition one D’Ysquith at a time. It’s sharp, fast-paced, and delightfully dark.
🐊 Fryday Fish Fry @ Boundary Bay Brewery | Friday (6/20) at 5:30 pm – It’s Fish Fry Friday, and the Sleepy Alligators are cooking up a good time! Enjoy a free fish fry in the beer garden, then jam out to Grateful Dead tunes as they celebrate Jerry Garcia’s final show. Stick around for a special live show after the fry, featuring GLYF at 8:30 pm!
⚾ Military Appreciation Night @ Joe Martin Field | Friday (6/20) at 6:35 pm – Watch the Salem Marion Berries take on the Bellingham Bells in a special series opener. Veterans and military members get free general admission with proof of ID. Bring your team spirit, this night’s for the troops!
This weekend
🛍️ Irongate Vintage Flea Market @ Irongate Estate | Saturday (6/21) at 8 am – Head out for a Saturday filled with treasures at the Irongate Flea Market. Browse through 20+ local vendors, and don’t miss the grand opening of the Vintage Depot Warehouse showcasing some seriously cool vintage threads!
🎉 Official Juneteenth Celebration @ Maritime Heritage Park | Saturday (6/21) at 2 pm – Celebrate freedom with live music, performances, food trucks, and so much more! This year’s Juneteenth Celebration at Maritime Heritage Park is bigger and better, bringing all the good vibes with DJs, speakers, and fun for the whole family.
💃 Lummi Stommish Water Festival @ Lummi Nation Stommish Grounds | Saturday (6/21) at 7 pm – Finish off the evening at the Lummi Stommish Water Festival with live music and dancing to old-school R&B and hip-hop. It’s a great way to celebrate the community with some epic tunes and a lively crowd.
🎶 Summer Solstice Sound Journey @ Whatcom Art Center | Sunday (6/22) at 2 pm – Escape into a world of healing sound with the soothing tones of handpans, gongs, and crystal bowls. Lay back, relax, and let the vibrations do their magic. Comfortable mats and blankets are your best friends here!
🎶 Live music & entertainment
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6/17 Tuesday Bluegrass Night @ Ramble Tamble – 7 pm
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6/18 The Music of Blue Note @ Firehouse Center – 6:30 pm
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6/18 Wednesdays are Dead @ Ramble Tamble – 7 pm
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6/18 Open Mic @ Schweinhaus Biergarten – 7 pm
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6/18 Holy Water and more @ The Shakedown – 8 pm
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6/19 Robert Sarazin Blake @ Boundary Bay – 4 pm
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6/19 The Unknowns @ Elizabeth Park – 6 pm
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6/19 Kelly McFarling and more @ Boundary Bay – 8 pm
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Down the alley, the ADU’s got its own address, parking, and a sun-drenched courtyard—perfect for in-laws, outlaws, or that friend who “just needs a place for a few months.” Steps from Boulevard Park, Taylor Dock, and Fairhaven Village, this place puts daily strolls and dinner dates on autopilot.
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