Bellingham Local Frequency: Community Events, Craft Brews, and Earth Week Ahead

Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Saturday, April 18th, 2026. We've got a great day lined up for you, Bellingham, with plenty of opportunities to get out and celebrate community spirit right here in our city. If you're an early riser, the Fun with the Fuzz 5K is happening right now at the Bellingham Police Station on Grand Avenue. The race started at 8 o'clock this morning and runs until 11, supporting an incredible cause. This non-profit event benefits families of police officers who've been killed in the line of duty, with all proceeds going directly to the Behind the Badge Foundation. For just twenty dollars, you get a t-shirt, grocery bag, and pint glass, so it's a great way to support a meaningful mission while getting some exercise. Later this afternoon, we're shifting gears to celebrate local breweries and community support. April Brews Day returns to the Civic Stadium parking lot starting at 3 PM and running until 8 o'clock tonight. This is the biggest beer festival in Whatcom County, and it's a fantastic time. You'll find beer sampling from numerous local and regional craft breweries, multiple food trucks, and live music throughout the evening. Best of all, a hundred percent of the proceeds benefit the Max Higbee Center. Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast or just looking for good food and music with neighbors, this is definitely worth checking out. Now, looking ahead to next week, keep your calendars marked for Earth Week, which kicks off tomorrow and runs through April 25th. If you're passionate about the environment, there are some wonderful activities planned. The Padden Creek Fish Passage Tour on April 25th will give you a behind-the-scenes look at completed projects designed to help our local fish populations. There's also an Earth Day Community Work Party focused on removing invasive species near Squalicum Creek, and a recycling event at the Bellingham Covenant Church where you can clear your clutter and reduce your environmental impact. There's even a self-guided stormwater discovery tour if you want to learn more about how our city manages water quality and prevents flooding. For families looking for year-round activities, the Marine Life Center remains open daily and free, and the Whatcom Museum's FIG Artists Corner and Studio are open with extended hours. So whether you're running with us this morning, sampling beers this afternoon, or planning your Earth Week activities, Bellingham's got something special happening. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.