Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Saturday, October 4, 2025.It's a crisp fall weekend in Bellingham, and the city is alive with activity. Start your day early with a Saturday jazz brunch at Hotel Leo lasting until 2 pm, the perfect way to fuel up for a full day out and about. If you're looking to shop local and support our hardworking farmers and fishers, both the Bellingham Farmers Market at Depot Market Square and the Dockside Market at Squalicum Harbor open at 10 am. For the art lovers out there, the Whatcom Artist Studio Tour lets you peek into dozens of local artists’ creative spaces all day long. Meloy Gallery is also hosting an exhibition of Joe Reno’s paintings, so don’t miss a chance to enjoy Floral to Cosmos, which is open from noon to 5.If you’re feeling crafty, Garden Spot Nursery is inviting folks to build their own fall planter at 10 am—bring a little autumn color home. Over at Barkley Village, give back and declutter at the free paint recycling event running until 3 pm. And if you’re seeking unique gifts or just want to wander, the Creative Corner Artisan Market at the corner of Railroad and Chestnut is open until 3 pm, with handmade goods galore.Families might head up to Birch Bay for the Fall Community Appreciation Festival, a lively gathering at the activity center from 10 to 4. The Lynden Lions Model Train and Toy Show is another great bet for kids and the young at heart. Active types can join the Subdued Saunter—a community walk starting from downtown’s transit center at 9 am and winding through the city.There’s plenty for those looking to connect, too. The Northwest Singles Social Club meets at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal from 10 to 11 for mingling and maybe sparking some autumn romance. At noon, The Upfront Theatre hosts a drop-in improv class where you can stretch your creative muscles.As dusk falls, Stones Throw Brewery is putting on its Fresh Hop Block Party until 8, and Ferndale’s Oktoberfest kicks off at Pioneer Pavilion at 5, promising German music, food, and local beer. For a truly Bellingham way to bid farewell to Saturday, Sunset Silent Disco at Zuanich Point Park lets you dance as the sun goes down with headphones and friends—bring your moves and join the groove.For night owls, catch the Gnomecoming Dance at the Bellingham Circus Guild from 8 to just before midnight, or laugh late into the evening with The Upfront Theatre’s “Punch Line” show at 9:30.In local news, northbound I-5 in Ferndale is still impacted by debris after a rollover crash, so give yourself extra travel time if you’re passing through. Whatcom County’s outdoor burning restrictions have just lifted as of today, but authorities urge caution since vegetation remains dry after our long sunny stretch. Stay fire-wise if you’re planning any backyard bonfire.Meanwhile, in nearby Skagit County, commissioners have enacted a ninety-day hiring freeze facing a significant budget deficit. They’re considering introducing a public safety sales tax—watch for next week’s Bellingham City Council meeting as local officials weigh options that could impact city services and priorities.And a quick shout-out for boat owners, the Division of Emergency Management advises checking moorings as winds are forecast to kick up this week, a friendly reminder to secure those lines before the weather turns.From the arts to Oktoberfest, community gatherings to local news, that’s everything you need to know to get out and enjoy Bellingham today. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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