Gusty Weather, City Holiday, Post-Holiday Events - Bellingham Local Frequency for Thursday, December 25, 2025

Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Thursday, December 25, 2025. If you woke up to the sound of wind on the windows, you are not imagining it. Whatcom County is coming off a stretch of very gusty weather, with yesterday’s high wind warning and marine gale bringing powerful gusts and choppy waters across the county. Emergency Management reminds residents that while the worst of the system is passing, scattered showers, breezy conditions, and the possibility of slick spots remain in play today, especially on bridges and in the foothills. Crews are still keeping an eye on localized flooding and standing water after recent heavy rains, so give yourself a little extra time on the roads and watch for debris or downed branches. It is also an official city holiday, so most City of Bellingham offices and many government services are closed today. Transit and other services may be running on reduced or holiday schedules, so it is a good idea to double-check before you head out. If you are looking for ways to get out of the house, there are still a few family-friendly options open. Up in Ferndale, Mt. Baker Lanes is open for bowling through the day, offering an easy indoor activity for families needing to burn off some holiday energy. In Bellingham, PlayDate BLI has open play hours, giving younger kids a warm, dry place to climb, bounce, and explore. And downtown, the Whatcom Museum’s Deck the Old City Hall display is open this afternoon, with festive decorations and historic charm filling the old brick landmark. For those planning ahead to this weekend and the final week of the year, the local events calendar is already shifting to post-holiday mode. Tomorrow and Saturday, the Upfront Theatre downtown kicks off its White Elephant improv shows, leaning into all the weird, leftover energy of the holidays. Restaurants, breweries, and venues across town are gearing up for New Year’s Eve with concerts, themed parties, and comedy shows, from The Shakedown’s 80s throwback night to countdown comedy at the Upfront. Whether you are staying cozy at home, bowling in Ferndale, or wandering Old City Hall’s holiday lights, stay safe, stay curious, and keep looking out for your neighbors. 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.