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

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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The Hub: Bellingham’s Community Bike Shop

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?

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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Celebrate Earth Day at Boundary Bay!

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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Guide to Bellingham, Part 6: Pubs

The Bellingham, WA bar scene has much to offer. There are great dive bars if you like to play pool, and great places to go see live music, but sometimes you just want a place to chill out and meet … Continue reading

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Guide to Bellingham, Part 5: Live Bars

Bellingham has a long, rich history of producing and showcasing live music.  More than a few regional bands have cut their teeth in Bellingham’s bars before going on to varying levels of fame and fortune.  Though the scene has changed … Continue reading

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Guide to Bellingham, Part 4: Dive Bars

Now that I’ve offered up my picks for the best Bellingham restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, I think it’s time to move on to the nightlife. We all need a place to go after work to blow off some … Continue reading

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Guide to Bellingham, Part 3: Dinner

For part 3 of my “Guide to Bellingham” I will direct the reader to my favorite places to eat dinner. Keep in mind, some of these are also open for lunch…it is just a matter of personal preference that I … Continue reading

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Guide to Bellingham: Part 2, Lunch

For Part 2 of my Guide to Bellingham I’ll be discussing my favorite lunch spots. Keep in mind that most of these restaurants are open for dinner, breakfast, etc. I’ve included them in the lunch list because they offer quick, … Continue reading

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