Bellingham Women's Day, Native Plant Work Party, and Spring Dance - Local Events Roundup

Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for March 8, 2025. We've got a packed day of events and news to share with you, so let's dive right in. First up, it's International Women's Day, and Bellingham is celebrating in style. Stones Throw Brewery is hosting a special event from noon to 9 p.m., featuring a gravel bike ride for female-identifying participants, a makers market showcasing local female artists, and live music by The D'vas. They'll also be pouring their 2025 Women's Brew, with a portion of sales benefiting the Pink Boots Society. For those looking to get their hands dirty, the City of Bellingham is hosting a work party at their Native Plant Nursery. It's a great opportunity to help with maintenance and weeding while learning about local flora. All ages and abilities are welcome, but remember to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. In local news, Bellingham police are reminding residents to be cautious when using ride-sharing services. This comes after a taxi driver was arrested for DUI earlier this month when their car was struck by a train near the ferry terminal. Thankfully, no one was injured in the incident. Looking ahead to next week, the Bellingham Makerspace is gearing up for their work party on March 8th and 9th. They're calling for volunteers to help clean and organize the space, with food provided for those lending a hand. For art enthusiasts, the Whatcom Museum is offering a Floral Still Life painting workshop with artist Trish Harding at the Lightcatcher Studio. It's a perfect way to welcome spring and hone your artistic skills. In community news, the Bellingham Queer Collective is preparing for their Enchanted Spring Dance on March 8th at the Hotel Leo. It promises to be a magical evening for all queer fairies, elves, sorcerers, and furry friends. Lastly, don't forget that daylight saving time begins tomorrow, so remember to set your clocks forward one hour before bed tonight. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.