And just like that, the official months of summer are over. Welcome to September—the start of school, the start of fall. But while August has come and gone, there is still plenty of fun to be had. Make sure to welcome in fall by taking part in some of these great Whatcom County weekend events for Sept. 1—3. And be sure to check out our great local farmers’ markets. They are still in full swing. The produce is ripe and ready to enjoy! And don’t forget to check our full events calendar for all the great local happenings this weekend.
- Celebrate Eat Local Month!
- Have some fun with the Whatcom Art Guild as they join Birch Bay Days.
- Check out the Downtown Art Walk.
- Have a rootin’ tootin’ good time at Community Food Co-op’s Farm Fund Hootenanny.
- Gain a deeper appreciation of native canoeing customs.
- Delight in some truly great ice cream.
- Sign up for a mushroom foraging class.
- Stock up on fresh, locally grown, healthy produce at the Ferndale Farmers Market, Bellingham Farmers Market and Twin Sisters Farmers Market.
- Experience the art of Rob Gischer.
- Try some delicious Ethiopian Food.
- Get stocked up for back to school.
- Indulge in these classic summer activities.
- Reconnect your family with nature.
- Sign up for sewing bootcamp.
- Grab a bite to eat at these local restaurants with a view.
- Jump in the water and go for a swim.
- Hit the trails for some of the best mountain biking in the state.
- Hike the great outdoors.
- Book your tickets for the next great MBT show.
- Explore downtown and take in a show at the Pickford Film Center.
- Learn to make Pickled Romano Beans.
- Take a political interest at the Lynden City Council Meeting.
- Have fun at a beach barbeque.
- Enjoy a hike with a view.
- Check up on the Ivy Heart.
- Spend some time at Spark Museum.
- Learn to make your own green cleaners.
- Be enchanted by WWU’s The Secret Garden.
Up Next Weekend:
- Whatcom Food Fest
- Floating Lantern Pet Memorial
- Wander to Wander 1K
- 12th Annual Bluegrass Ice Cream Social
- Kids Do Art! Fall Open House
- Mrs. Bave Presents the Pig War
- Whatcom County Farm Tour
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