Listen "Bellingham's Bustling Saturday: State Parks, Farmers Market, and Community Arts Festival"
Episode Synopsis
Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Saturday, August 9, 2025. If you’re just getting started, today’s shaping up to be a beautiful and busy Saturday here in Bellingham, and we’ve got a lineup of local happenings that will keep you and your family entertained all through the day. Let’s get right into it.First up, it’s Washington State Parks Fee-Free Day, so you can explore places like Larrabee or Birch Bay State Park at no cost. It’s a fantastic chance to take a hike, spend time at the beach, or just soak up the scenery — bring a friend or the whole family along. If you’ve got kids, set them loose at any of Whatcom County’s spray parks, or check out the Whatcom Family YMCA for some pool time, with both the large and small pools open all day.The Bellingham Farmers Market is open today from 10 to 2 at Depot Market Square. Whether you’re hunting for fresh local produce, artisan bread, or handcrafted gifts, it’s the perfect place to dive into the flavors of summer and meet your neighborhood farmers. While you’re downtown, the Marine Life Center on Roeder Avenue is open with free admission, so pop by to see local tidepool creatures up close.If you’re in the mood for something truly unique, stick around the downtown arts district for the Radio Forever Festival, happening from 4 to 11 p.m. in the alley by Make.Shift Art Space on Flora Street. This free, community-powered event features interactive installations by local artists and a headlining act from the experimental collective Negativland, who will be performing and broadcasting live on KZAX 94.9 FM. Expect immersive art, multimedia performances, and a playful celebration of Bellingham’s creative spirit. All ages are welcome, and the festival is designed to bring the community together in one vibrant outdoor space.For families with young children, the FIG Artists Corner and the FIG Studio at the Whatcom Museum are open for hands-on art fun from morning till late afternoon, so you can nurture those creative sparks indoors if the weather turns.In Lynden, the Northwest Washington Fair is kicking off and will be running from 11 to 10, offering classic fair food, rides, and 4H exhibits — always a summer highlight for families across the county.On the news side, authorities have made an arrest in connection with a fatal shooting incident in Custer, and the suspect is currently being held in custody as the investigation continues. Meanwhile, a large power outage that impacted the area around PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center has been resolved, and the city appreciates everyone’s patience during the disruption.Finally, if you want to make a difference, don’t forget that the Global Youth Summit on climate change wraps up today at Northwest Indian College. Young people from the region and around the world are gathering to share ideas and solutions on the climate crisis, highlighting Bellingham’s growing voice in global conversations.That’s your roundup for Saturday, August 9. Get outside, connect with neighbors, and celebrate the best of what Bellingham has to offer. 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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