Falling leaves are the most common cause of catch basin and culvert drainage problems. The Whatcom County Public Works Department reminds local residents that maintenance of driveway culverts (including removal of weeds, brush, rocks, dirt and other debris) is the property owner's responsibility. 360-676-6759
Homemade Arts & Crafts Christmas Bazaar vendors wanted: Blaine Community Senior Center's 3rd annual Christmas Bazaar December 4-5th 9-4pm. Reserve your $25 table now. Homemade items only. For more information and applications call 332-8040 or stop in the Blaine Senior Center at 763 G St. Blaine
November 20th is the 33rd annual "GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUT". The State Department Of Health urges people to call the state's toll-free Tobacco Quit Line (1-800-QUIT-NOW) for help. 800-784-8669
OPEN NOW! WOW! BUBBLE TEA! with many exotic flavors in Bellingham at the Black Pearl, Barkley Crossroads (across from Lowe's). The menu features world famous PHO (Vietnamese noodle soup), teriyaki and crepes. 360-756-5003
St. Paul's Academy (3000 Northwest Avenue) in Bellingham is holding a 240-family(!) Garage Sale November 14th (8am-3:30pm). Proceeds will help the 8th grade British Studies class make a trip to England.
Survive the Holiday Season: Strategies for Healthful Meals! Revive your family budget and reduce seasonal stress by planning meals. This session is for anyone whose diet and budget needs ideas for healthy meals. Free! Meet at Mixing Bowl Studio 1100 Larrabee Ave, Suite B2 Monday, Nov. 30th at 6:30-8pm To register, or for more information, call 360-734-2612
The 2009 TOYS FOR TOTS campaign is underway. Local businesses (Hardware Sales, Quarterback Pub and others) are selling toy train cut-outs for $1 each. Also donations can be made online at www.bellingham-wa.toysfortots.org
The Bellingham Figure Skating Club presents its 12th Annual Winter Extravaganza "Olympic Dreams" - Two shows: Dec. 5 at 4 pm and Dec. 6 at 1 pm at the Bellingham Sportsplex, 1225 Civic Field Way. Go to www.bellinghamsportsplex.com or call the Sportsplex at (360) 676-1919
The Mother Baby Center is pleased to announce its new location at 4120 Guide Meridian Suite 240. The Mother Baby Center serves Whatcom County's pregnant and postpartum women, their babies and their families with the highest quality health, education and support services at home or at our facilities. 360-647-1544
