Category Archives: Things to do in the NW

Alzheimer’s Association Fremont Pub Crawl Fundraiser

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Rob LeRoy

The Western & Central Washington State Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association announced the date of their second annual Ales for Alzheimer’s event, set to take place on Saturday, October 8, 2011 in the Fremont neighborhood. Continue reading →

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West Seattle is Getting a New Irish Pub!

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Rob LeRoy

Rejoice! It looks like the Alaska Junction in West Seattle is about to enjoy a brand-new Irish Pub, courtesy of Jenna and Paddy O’Brien! Please welcome A Terrible Beauty to the growing list of independent local businesses that make West Seattle … Continue reading →

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10 Great Reasons to Live Near West Seattle’s Alaska Junction

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Rob LeRoy

This article was written by my friend and colleague, Annette Grupido, with whom I work in West Seattle. My witty comments are in italics. Just like this. Enjoy. 1. The water! Less than a mile away is the peaceful and gorgeous … Continue reading →

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It’s Pronounced "ISH-Kuh" – Bellingham’s Irish Pub, Uisce

Posted on September 19, 2010 by Rob LeRoy

As a longtime ‘Hamster, the arrival of a bona-fide Irish pub to the downtown scene was more than a personal dream come true. It was a coming of age story for the town itself.  It is my humble opinion that … Continue reading →

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Bellingham’s Community Boating Center

Posted on May 19, 2010 by Rob LeRoy

Bellingham Bay and the nearby San Juan Islands are well known to be among the best places in the World for kayaking and small-boat sailing. It is no surprise then that Bellingham, with its  miles of urban waterfront, offers superior access … Continue reading →

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The Hub: Bellingham’s Community Bike Shop

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Rob LeRoy

Do you like to wear a dress over your corduroy pants? Do you have greasy, matted up hair that qualifies as its own ecosystem? Do you think that voting during a Presidential campaign is a waste of time because the … Continue reading →

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Cinco de What, Now?

Posted on May 5, 2010 by Rob LeRoy

Pop quiz: Raise your hand if you actually know what Cinco de Mayo* is all about. Come on, let’s see ‘em!  …That’s what I thought. *That’s “5th of May”, for those of you who don’t speak Spanish The Mexican holiday … Continue reading →

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Treasure Hunting at the Bellingham Goodwill

Posted on May 4, 2010 by Rob LeRoy

I took a trip back in time this afternoon helping a friend hunt down an old Polaroid camera.   After about 30 seconds of discussion, it was decided that the best place to begin the search was that great bastion … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Earth Day at Boundary Bay!

Posted on April 22, 2010 by Rob LeRoy

In honor of Earth Day, Boundary Bay Brewery is something, something, something…Beer specials!!! Today, April 22nd marks the first of Boundary Bay’s weekly outdoor happy hour events featuring bands, beers and BBQs.  Tonight’s performer is local folk legend Robert Blake. … Continue reading →

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Bellingham + Indie Records = Avalon Music

Posted on April 15, 2010 by Rob LeRoy

Bellingham, Washington has always been a town that knows its music.  For decades, music friends and fiends have lingered among the bricks and alleys of downtown Bellingham’s many record stores, guitar shops and live music venues… Inevitably, time has taken … Continue reading →

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