Bellingham Local Frequency: Staying Warm, Baseball Thrills, and Weekend Fun

Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Saturday, February 21. As we kick off this chilly weekend, remember those severe weather shelters are still open to keep everyone safe from the freezing temps. The overnight spot on North Forest Street wraps up check-ins today until 8 p.m., with checkout at 8 a.m. tomorrow, and that means real protection against hypothermia for folks without a warm place tonight. The daytime warming shelter stays open through tomorrow too, while Ferndales United Church spot closes after today. Its heartening to see our community step up like this, turning cold nights into chances for neighbors to look out for each other. Shifting to brighter news, the Bellingham Bells just announced three exciting roster additions for their 2026 season, building hype early. Bo Shinkle, a speedy outfielder from Gonzaga with a gold glove and Jayhawk Player of the Year honors, joins forces with University of Puget Sound teammates Charlie Decker, a lefty pitcher with summer league strikeout prowess, and hot-hitting catcher Matt Churchill, whos already smashing homers this year. These picks promise dynamic plays when the Bells host their home opener June 2nd, giving local fans more reasons to cheer summer baseball fever. Meanwhile, CHS Northwest shared tough updates with more layoffs tied to selling four stores, including one right here in Bellingham, hitting our local workforce hard and reminding us how economic shifts ripple through everyday jobs and families. On a fun note, todays packed with ways to shake off the winter blues. Start with the monthly Farmers Winter Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Depot Market Square, grabbing fresh local goodies that support our growers even in February. Head to Squalicum Harbor for the Dockside Market, 10 to 2, tasting seafood straight from the boats. Nature lovers, join the Community Work Party at Cornwall Park South from 9 a.m. to noon, restoring forest trails that we all hike and picnic on. Music fans have a feast: catch Michael Dayvid live at Stones Throw Brewery at 6 p.m., a Duke Ellington tribute by Dry Martini at FireHouse Arts from 6:30, or groove to Spaceband old-school dance party at Bar Two Eleven starting at 9. Theater buffs, dont miss the Wicked Sing-Along at Mount Baker Theatre tonight at 7 p.m., belting out those iconic tunes with the crowd. And for families, the MegaZapper Electrical Show at SPARK Museum kicks off at 2:30, sparking kids curiosity about invention history. Whether youre volunteering, jamming to tunes, or warming up at market stalls, todays lineup connects us through shared experiences that make Bellingham thrive. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. Well 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.