Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Thursday, September 4th, 2025.As the sun comes up over Bellingham Bay, today marks a moment of remembrance and reflection for our city. On this date 118 years ago, Bellingham witnessed one of the largest anti-South Asian riots in North America, when white workers drove more than a hundred Punjabi immigrants out of town. This afternoon from 4 to 5 pm, the community is gathering at the Bellingham Central Library Lawn to honor those affected by the Bellingham Riot of 1907. County Executive Satpal Sidhu and historian Paul Engleberg will share stories and highlight the Arch of Healing and Reconciliation, a monument dedicated to the Chinese, East Indian, and Japanese residents once forced out of Bellingham. It's both a history lesson and a call for reconciliation and resilience, so if you can make it, your presence helps keep these lessons alive for everyone.If you are looking to get outdoors while the late-summer warmth lasts, consider joining the Half Day Kayak Tour at Larrabee State Park—there are morning and afternoon tours available, perfect for both early birds and those who like a leisurely start. As the evening approaches, the Sunset Tour at Wildcat Cove offers a peaceful paddle with some of the best views in Whatcom County, so check the schedule for exact departure times. And for you trivia fans, Stones Throw Brewery hosts a friendly competition from seven to nine tonight—bring your best facts, plenty of team spirit, and maybe some rain gear just in case the clouds roll in.Art lovers, today is your chance to catch Reflections of the Land, an exhibit blending Himalayan paintings and Cascadian basketry, open noon to five at the It's About Time Cultural Arts Center in Ferndale. Music fans, get ready to tap your toes at Boundary Bay’s Happy Hour BBQ from four to eight, with live music by Louis Ledford and Norah McLaughlin in the beer garden. Over at the Pickford Film Center, the North Sound Voices Film Festival kicks off at 5:30, so grab some popcorn and enjoy new shorts made right here in our region.If you're feeling creative, drop by the Karate Church for Flow Fusion Dance from seven to ten, or check out the Two Theatre Troupes event happening at 12:30 this afternoon—a great way to meet people and get involved in local performing arts.On the news front, be aware of ongoing repair work on local roads after a recent hit-and-run incident involving a cyclist on August 22nd. Drivers are urged to stay alert, expect some delays, and look out for road crews as they finish up repairs this week. And as things heat up this September, health officials remind everyone to stay hydrated and check on vulnerable neighbors during the warm afternoons.Looking ahead, Western Washington University is gearing up for its fall events, so campus will be buzzing with new students, gatherings, and games over the next few weeks.That wraps up today's top stories and things to do. Whether you are looking to honor the past, celebrate the arts, or just get outside, Bellingham has something happening for everyone 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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