I think I was 12 years old before I realized most communities don't wait in eager anticipation of a…read moreyearly festival in celebration of logs, proudly wearing their red DEMING LOG SHOW suspenders year round. It makes sense if the livelihood of most people in the community depends on helping convert happy trees to logs :/ I was 13 years old when I realized that most people don't wear suspenders. Started in 1962, the DEMING LOG SHOW, always the second weekend of June, is a fund raising event "For Busted-Up Loggers" that rose out of loggers' lack of health benefits or disability. It's the most popular event in Deming, and is packed with people. Don't miss events include the early morning loggers breakfast, the "Bull of the Woods" award, opportunities to drive the CATs, and the many log rolling, log climbing, log cutting, etc. contests.

A great slice of Americana - entertaining show and nice venue. Friendly people, and all for a…read moreheart-warming cause (fundraiser for busted up loggers). We went on a whim, having been years earlier in our college days. Reserved an RV site and stayed from Friday through Sunday. We got the last site available, due to the ill health of one of the 'regulars' - and were immediately greeted by our immediate neighbors who were more than welcoming and friendly. Had a wonderful time. Here was information we were hazy on: No clue when the show started, or how the food situation worked. Rather expected a beer garden, but no. We brought our own dinner for Friday night, not knowing there was a huge supplier-hosted feast that evening. Forewent the long lines and ate our own food that night. Assumed (incorrectly) that Saturday evening would be flush in food as well, only to find all the vendors closed down tight by about 7 pm. So, no dinner for us that evening. Breakfast was available both days, and lunch/early dinners were available while the show was going. Dog friendly, which is hard to find anymore, although they are not allowed inside the arena (for good reason). Clean and well-maintained grounds with plenty of garbage containers. No recycling, which would be a nice addition. Both indoor and portable restrooms. The purpose of this review is to let those unfamiliar with the event have a bit better heads-up than we did. Even bumbling through as we did, it was well worth the experience. I would strongly suggest updating the web site so future 'newbies' can be better prepared.

Located upstairs at Bay Street Village in downtown Bham, this little spot wasn't open during a…read morerecent Art Walk but plenty of their art was on display outside of their space. This is a group of 5 artists who operate the studio together. Their art is colorful, whimsical, and a breath of fresh air as you reach the top of the long stairway to the second floor. Keep in mind that their hours are by appointment only, so plan accordingly. I'm hoping they're live and in person at the next Art Walk!

A giant stage with lively bands playing, people of all ages dancing, a beer garden, food, vendors,…read moredogs, amazing weather...yup, this is pretty much one of my favorite local events. In fact, I'd say Downtown Sounds is the quintessential Bellingham experience. Held on multiple Wednesdays during the summer months, this free concert/street festival brings together the best our sweet city has to offer. And this year it got even better as the layout of the festival was flipped on its access, creating a larger beer garden (no more long lines!) with full view of the action on stage, plus a great food truck area with local yumminess like tacos, tamales, and ice cream. If it's a warm summer night, there's simply no place better to be. Want to experience Bellingham for all it is? Check out Downtown Sounds!

After being washed out for two weeks in a row, Downtown Sounds finally got a break from the weather…read moreGods. Perfect summer weather, great Latin vibe and lots of food, kids activities and dancing!

What a fun, mostly well-organized event! The mass of volunteers for the Ski to Sea is impressive!…read moreThe website that supports the live feed leg finish times was equally impressive and important to communication and organization. We had a seven person team for each of the seven legs of this challenge: cross country to downhill skiing (the downhill section requires a 900 foot elevation gain scramble) to running to canoeing to cycling to cyclocross to kayaking. None of this is for the faint of heart and it is inclusive--from top level athletes to recreational athletes (who can run 8 miles, canoe 18 miles, cycle 40 miles, kayak 5 miles in dynamic bay conditions. The site communication was great at the kayak launch and less crisp at the finish. The cyclocross route was extended by a couple of miles to avoid a sharp left turn--this change felt like the last minute to the planned and practiced cyclist on our team, but we appreciated the safety move. This was the first time in two years the event happened, due to Covid, and the excitement of being here to cheer or to participate was palpable. Three cheers to the organizers, the many volunteers, and to the awesome Boy Scout troupe who safeguarded the kayaks the night before the event. The people who pulled the kayaks out at the finish line and safely stored them until pickup were also outstanding, encouraging and rugged. We'll be back for more!

Ski to Sea is an annual, multisport, 90-mile, relay competition from Mt. Baker to Bellingham Bay…read morethat culminates with a community block party in Fairhaven. The event has been going on since 1973. Those who are freakishly fit, top in their sport or just looking for a fun, but grueling challenge form teams of 8 people to compete in the following 7 events: 1) Cross country ski 2) Downhill ski (proceded by an uphill hike with your skis...no t-bar to the top.) 3) Run 8 miles (downhill on pavement...can you say shin splints?) 4) Road bike 42 miles (usually on wet, downhill roads filled with hairpin turns...the wipeouts are epic!) 5) Canoe 18.5 miles with a partner (and a forceful river current...oh and walk your canoe across dry land twice during the race.) 6) Cyclocross 14 miles 7) Sea kayak to Bellingham Bay Even though many of the competitors are often sore and tired by the time they have finished, the block party is the place to celebrate their accomplishment and share their race report. Family, friends, spectators, competitors, locals and visitors alike are all invited to the free street party. Parking is free too, if you can find it. Best to carpool, take the bus or ride your bike to avoid traffic and the nightmare of finding parking. At the festival, you can replenish your calorie count by paying cash to food vendors from local establishments like Pizzazza, Jekyll and Hyde, Indian Grill and a plethora of others who setup tents. Artisans and small businesses sell their goods and share information. Kids have face painting and bouncy houses. There's even a beer and wine garden; as well as two stages with bands performing all day. If you're in B'ham for Memorial Day Weekend, it is absolutely worthwhile to go participate in this annual event.

This establishment dedicates one day a month where a portion of the proceeds go to a charity. I…read morecame on the day when the beneficiary was the Whatcom Humane Society (WHS). The studio provides everything you need to paint including smocks, canvas, brushes, 3-4 colors of paint and group instruction on how to paint a simple work of art. You can follow the instructions exactly, or drink a few glasses of wine and get a bit creative. When you are done painting your masterpiece, the staff take a photo of you and your artwork which they post on their Facebook page. You can also give them your camera phone so you get a photo to go. Your canvas is yours to take home as a keepsake of the fun you had.

Incredibly rude owners who tried to push paying customers out of an open establishment for one of…read moretheir events because they needed more table space. Except only 3 people showed up. Rudeness like that means I'll be sure to avoid any events they put on.

I liked the Church so much that I joined. Great place for newcomers, made a lot of friends. Never…read moreleave on Sunday without a smile.

Fab food!!! Desserts, pastries, souvlaki!! When I went there was not a big crowd. Which was very…read morenice. Because it is a hot time of the year.

New items on display as of today. Enjoyed both the Old City Hall location and the Lightcatcher…read morebuilding.

Nice place to come and learn some history of Bellingham. We stopped for the Christmas tree display…read moreand loved seeing the birds display also on the third floor

I cannot even hide that I'm a huge and loyal collector of Peter James' incredible artwork already…read more That being said, I want to highlight a specific service that he offers to all clients called his mock-up visualization service, which is offered at no charge to you. To use his mock-up service, you simply take a photo on your desired wall space with a standard imaging scale card that Peter provides, and then you e-mail it to him. They use their imaging software to take the exact print that you're considering and then place it on the actual wall for you to properly visualize. They can also do it with multiple pieces and sizes to help you make the best decision for your space. Not only is this free service incredibly useful, but it is unbelievably accurate too. Please see my examples attached of the mock-up service and then the actual photo that I took of my new Peter James art on the same wall. What an extraordinary value to you as you pick through his impressive photo gallery. This is just another reason why I choose Peter James Photography Gallery for my art collection, and another key differentiator between him and other artists. Take advantage of these impressive services that he is so very happy to supply for you...and you'll be thankful you did when you see his amazing prints start to take over all your free wall space!

Working with Peter and his gallery and staff was a first class experience from beginning to end. I…read moreactually met him on a trail that I was hiking with my daughter. I ended up buying the picture of the waterfall he was taking and gave it to my daughter for her birthday. Peter was great to work with me to accelerate the process so that I could get it to my daughter on time for her celebration. She was blown away by the gift and its quality and memories that it provoked. I even got to select from multiple images that he curated for me. What a first class experience and first class product to match!