BSAC is a wonderful place for fun, exercise, learning, support, lunch and socializing. There are…read moredaily activities to reach out into our community, to volunteer and to share favorite hobbies. I love it.

If you're over 50, what are you waiting for?! The Bellingham…read moreSenior Activity Center is a true gem in our community. Whether you're looking to stay active, meet new people, or just have a good time, this place has something for everyone. They offer a huge variety of fitness classes, a well-equipped gym, and active hiking and biking groups that explore the beautiful Pacific Northwest. If you're more into arts, crafts, or thoughtful conversation, there are discussion groups and craft classes too. Feeling like giving back? There are plenty of volunteer opportunities to get involved in meaningful ways. And for those 60 and over, nutritious lunches are available five days a week, just a suggested contribution. Inside, you'll also find a cozy library, lots of puzzles, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to connect and feel at home. Whether you're new to the area or have lived here for years, the Bellingham Senior Activity Center is absolutely worth checking out. It's more than a center, it's a community.

The ladies at the Assistance League of Bellingham rock! They are friendly and knowledgeable and…read moresupport some great causes. I was impressed with their selection and prices, will definitely go back. We need more volunteer-directed charities like this. Way to go!

I discovered this wonderful place by sheer accident! Oh, the finds were wonderful. I have so much…read more"new" vintage glassware now packing my shelves. It's a very fun place to wander around. The prices are amazing. And the ladies who work the shop are so delightful. A new favorite spot!

Goodwill. What the hell have you done?? Obviously you are overcharging the public when it's in the…read morename of your company. I've done my research and I know how much the CEO makes. It's sickening. This is a SCAM company and I'm sure the founders are rolling in their graves. The only reason I give 3 stars is because of ONE employee who works there named John and he is a great customer service representative. Give that man a raise!

Visited this Goodwill location a few months ago…read more In short: the prices have gone up enough that it's almost not worth stopping by anymore. I'm sure rents have gone up and Goodwill is feeling the pinch like a lot of businesses/not for profits these days but when your closest competition is Value Village and your prices match or exceed VV's, that's a red flag to me. Our most recent visit was definitely our most disappointing one. I found a number of interesting looking games, two of which had multiple price stickers. These two were both card games and when I brought these to the attention of an employee I was told that the higher of the marked prices were the most recent. Each of those card games was priced at $10, which to me was ludicrous. On the other hand, large boxed games like Monopoly were less than that. Clothing was also more expensive than I'm used to in this shop and so I found very little of interest. The selection and quality varies widely as you might expect, so you never know what you're going to find. Plenty of parking out front and the staff were friendly enough.

Heartbroken and stunned... I visited a local animal shelter,…read moreWhatcom Humane Society in Bellingham, hoping to meet some cats and possibly give one a loving fur-ever home. Before I could even see them, I was told that if a cat is under 6 months old, adopting two is required. I wasn't even allowed to open a kennel and gently interact--I had to wait in a separate room for the staff to bring one in. After a 30-minute wait, I was told I needed to fill out a different application--apparently cat and dog adoptions use separate forms. While I was filling it out, I noticed someone receiving a large bag of pet food. She said it was part of their animal food bank, which I thought was wonderful. I asked about it and was told I could sign up. But then everything shifted. Because I inquired about the food bank, I was told I wasn't "financially responsible enough" to adopt. I explained I have food and resources for a pet, and that my last two ESA companions--a dog and a cat--each lived over 21 wonderful years with me. Still, I was denied the chance to even meet the cat I came for. I asked them to discard my application. This experience hurt deeply. I came with love to give and a stable home to offer. I never imagined being judged for asking about a support program offered to others. I will find a cat in need--just not from here.

Well stocked, variety packed thrift store. Hard working, helpful dtaff and volunteers. Super low,…read morefair pricing. Best of all it supports the animals directly. A great place to shop and donate treasures to.​

This is a member-driven organization with regular hours. However, twice a week, on Sundays and…read moreMondays they open to the public for tours. At the moment, tours are held Sundays from 2-2:30 pm and Mondays from 6-6:30 pm. They also host the Bellingham Repair Cafe once a month on the first Sunday of every month from 3-5 pm. This is entirely volunteer-driven and the public is encouraged to bring a small household item (e.g. lamp, small kitchen appliance, etc.) requiring repair for inspection and possible on-the-spot repair (first come, first serve).

A FANTASTIC resource for makers of all ages in Whatcom & Skagit counties. 3D printers, laser…read morecutter, wood shop, CNC, screen printing, much more. Plus classes to teach you how to use them.

I have never seen so much green! In its 11th year, this…read moreevent is a well-oiled machine After checking out the beautiful raffle prizes and gift baskets, I eagerly scanned the room for my favorite game-roulette. Oh no, I was told they didn't have it this year, but I quickly found solace at the Craps table. Even though I had no idea how to play, I rolled the dice anyway. I made the festive table happy by throwing winning numbers after winning numbers. Now it was time for the highly-anticipated raffle dash (and you really must dash) for all the wonderful prizes-massages, restaurant, hotel stays, car repairs, coffee...something for everyone! Each game table was sponsored by a local business, the hotel prepared the tasty appetizer buffet and Costco provided the desserts. The MC shared some personal stories from the kids and what Blue Skies is all about. A fun evening out for a great cause. This event is suitable for couples as well as singles. The only thing missing was an Elvis impersonator. He would have felt right at home at this mini Vegas in Bellingham!

So much fun! What a great evening and fun event! Playing black jack, winning prizes, and sharing…read morelaughs with friends, all for such a great cause to raise money for foster kiddos in need here in our community with Blue Skies for Children. This event was so well organized, decorated, and had the funnest and friendliest staff to help us win big and have a great time for such a great cause! There were St. Patty's Day necklaces and headbands for fun to wear to add green to your outfit, delicious appetizers and desserts, full no host bar, and awesome volunteers making this event so much fun! The games tonight were Black Jack, Poker, and Craps. And I can't forget to mention the raffle dash! So many amazing prizes, gift certificates, wine & beer to run up and grab if your name is called. They also had big prizes for the top 5 "high roller winners" of the night. I had luck in winning a pair of free tickets from @Yelp Bellingham, who was also a sponsor for tonight's event. Thank you to Jennifer Jones for Yelp being a sponsor for this great event and for the raffle to win a pair of free tickets! This was so much fun and absolutely plan to go again next year! #yelpbellingham #blueskiesforchildren #helpingourcommunity

A cute, subdued vibe in a town that seems to be bustling with breweries…read more Downtown has received many upgrades in the past decade or so, with new buildings, a revamp to make it a place you want to live and work and play. Cafes and coffee shops have come full circle, offering quality handcrafted beverages and house made pastries. It's a new and improved version of the high hippie paradise of the 1990s.

Downtown Bellingham (formerly Downtown Bellingham Partnership) started with a worthy goal: to help…read morebring vibrant, locally-flavored activities to downtown Bham - and thus increase business all around our city's once-fledgling retail core. And they have succeeded! Run on a shoestring budget and by a small staff, the DB(P) puts on events such as the monthly Art Walk, the Commercial Street Night Market, Downtown Sounds, the Wine Walk, and other fun happenings that bring people downtown in droves. And it's worked! Downtown used to be a place that wasn't really a destination, but now it is THE place to go in town if you want good food, cool local boutiques, art galleries, fun bars, or now even food trucks who dot the various corners during the late-night hours. Stop in the DB office and you can buy an official Bellingham sticker or get one of their awesome B-Kind buttons to wear proudly. DB is a huge asset to our community.