You may have missed it this year, but you won’t want to miss the next annual Lynden Craft and Antique Show! The event features over 100 local vendors selling handmade crafts, décor, foods, gifts, vintage items, and other re-purposed finds. Join in on the fun at next year’s show located in the Northwest Washington Fair Expo Building!
THE NUTHOUSE GRILL – Discover Whatcom County in 365 Days
The Nuthouse Grill has been a local favorite for many years now, especially known for their buckets of peanuts! Toss your peanut shells on the floor and enjoy a barbeque style meal at this local grill. They claim to serve the BEST Baby Back Ribs in all of Whatcom County… you be the judge!
WESTSIDE BUILDING SUPPLY – Discover Whatcom County in 365 Days
This family-owned company is one of the largest independent building material retailers in the Pacific Northwest. Whether you’re a “do-it yourselfer” or a contractor looking for materials for a job, Westside has you covered! They specialize in complete house packages, kitchen and bath cabinets, garage doors, prompt delivery, and great service! Find what you need at this local building supply located in Lynden.
BOXX BERRY FARM – Discover Whatcom County in 365 Days
Strawberry season is finally here, and Boxx Berry Farm’s u-pick starts today, June 12th! Not only do they grow fresh produce, but they also offer frozen produce, jams and preserves, beautiful flowers, an event venue, and recipes! Go to their website or stop by their farm to find out more!
DANCE IN BELLINGHAM – Discover Whatcom County in 365 Days
If you’re interested in taking dance lessons, Dance in Bellingham offers a detailed guide to social dance in Whatcom County! Check out their website for a list of Bellingham’s social dance studios, WWU student social dancing clubs, a calendar full of dance classes and events, and all kinds of info on the many dancing styles there are to learn!
COLOPHON CAFE – Discover Whatcom County in 365 Days
Check out this popular restaurant located right inside the Fairhaven Village Green! What began as a ice cream and espresso shop has become an award-winning restaurant in the heart of Historic Fairhaven. They specialize in creative dishes including delectable soups, fresh salads, savory quiches and pies, and other delicious options. Stop in and enjoy this community driven café, they look forward to exceeding your expectations!
HOPS ‘N HEADZ – Discover Whatcom County in 365 Days
Not only is Hops ‘N Headz a taproom, they are also a grill with a pub style menu full of local produce along with tasty authentic options. They rotate 30 craft beers and put on all kinds of events throughout the year. This summer they’ll be hosting tap takeovers and live music events, so head over to their Facebook page to find out which ones are coming up this month!
COMMUNITY BOATING CENTER – Discover Whatcom County in 365 Days
The Community Boating Center is a great place for locals to take advantage of small-watercraft education, boat access, marine stewardship, paddle boarding and other recreational activities! The great thing about the Boating Center is that it’s made up of volunteers and charities that love giving back to the community. Their programs and services are available to everyone, so go enjoy the perks of living on Bellingham Bay!
This weekend they’re hosting the Full Moon Group Paddle where participants can get a group of 12 max and paddle around Bellingham Bay for 3 hours! It starts at 9:00 pm, and the light of the moon should make for quite a remarkable experience!
LAKE SAMISH – Discover Whatcom County in 365 Days
This local lake is a great spot for recreation in the upcoming summer months! Residence and visitors enjoy picnics, swimming, fishing, boating, and other outdoor fun. Check out their website for upcoming events and other facts about Lake Samish!
RED BARN COFFEE – Discover Whatcom County in 365 Days
The Red Barn is primly located in between Bellingham and Lynden, so whether you’re on your way in or from town, swing by and order a drink! You can tell the owners are passionate about the business because of their creative ideas and great prices. Try out their current special, the Caramel Nut Latte, or go with a classic latte or mocha!