Good morning, Bellingham. This is your Monday update from The Hamster Wheel.

Today our thoughts and gratitude are with all who have served, but most of all with those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🙏 

~ Val & Evan

Nature, Community, Sasquatch, UAP

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Hardware Sales

Tools, Craftsmanship, and Community

June 13^th & 14^th

Spring has arrived—and with it, the 29th Annual Hardware Sales Tool Fair on Father’s Day weekend!

We can hardly believe it’s been 29 years! Here’s a look back at how it all started. 👇️ 

Mark your calendar for June 14 & 15, and get ready for a day of huge savings from 20+ top vendors, live demos, exclusive raffles, and awesome giveaways. Plus, this year the fair extends to a Tool Fair Beer Garden at Stemma West where an exclusive Tool Fair beer will be on tap! 🍻 

We’ll see you this Father’s Day weekend!

Weather Forecast

Monday: 65°F 🌡️ 50°F | 🌧️ Rain Likely | 🌧️ 61% | 💨 S 5 to 13 mph

Tuesday: 71°F 🌡️ 53°F | 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | 🌧️ 1% | 💨 WNW 2 to 6 mph

Moon Phases

Events, Updates & News Around Town

Get off the Hamster Wheel

The Dinosaurs Amongst Us

I can’t imagine anything more fascinating then a presentation on the connection between birds and dinosaurs. That’s exactly what Dr Kim Adelson, will offer tomorrow (May 27) in the Rotunda Room of Old City Hall where she will present “The Dinosaurs Amongst Us,” from 6:30 to 9 pm.

“Virtually all paleontologist agree that birds evolved from dinosaurs, and most even go so far as to state that birds are, in fact, living dinosaurs. The flood of new data coming from newly discovered fossil beds – primarily from China – has only solidified that position. Come learn about the structural and behavioral similarities between birds and the more “classic” nonavian dinosaurs they evolved from. We guarantee that you will not only be surprised as to how dinosaur-like birds are, but also how very bird-like dinosaurs were. You will never think about T. rex in the same way again!“

If you can’t make this weeks presentation, there are several recorded presentations online by Dr Adelson that delve into the topic. 👆️ 

“Kim Adelson was a professor of psychology for almost 30 years. Before she switched fields in order to better study behavioral evolution, she earned a master’s degree M.A. in evolutionary biology. Paleontology has been one of her avocations since she was a child. Kim is currently Vice President and Education Committee Chair of the Black Hills Audubon Society and is the Regional Representative to the Audubon Washington Advisory Board.”

In other news…

🚜 The Whatcom County Council meets tomorrow, May 27th at 8:30 am, with the Regular Meeting at 6 pm. The agenda is available online. This public meeting is held in the Council Chambers at the County Courthouse or can be watched via Zoom.

COMPASS

Alāna Mey

Real Estate Specialist

Buying a house is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming experience — With me as your Realtor, I will be there to guide you with proactive communication and a game plan. Choosing the right agent really DOES matter!

From finding a property that meets your needs to negotiating a great deal, I will handle all the paperwork and be there for you every step of the way with recommendations and expertise.

During my complimentary no-commitment consultation (in-person, over the phone or online) we will go in-depth into the steps of the process to make sure you feel prepared and informed.

If you have questions about buying a home, let’s schedule a time to chat.

Food & Drink

Hamsters Gotta Eat

Performance Arts This Week

Dance of The Hamsters

LIVE ARTS & FILM

Uisce Irish Pub: 
Guffawingham | Mon 8:30 pm

iDiOM Theater
The Cherry Orchard | Thurs-Sun 7:30 pm

New Prospect Theatre:
Bloom | Fri, Sat 6:30 & 9 pm

The Claire Theater:
Oliver! The musical | Thurs-2 7 pm, Sun 2 pm

The Upfront Theatre
The GBU | Thurs 7:30 pm
Space Trek | Fri 7:30 pm
Movie Mayhem | Fri 9:30 pm
Space Trek | Sat 7:30 pm
Punch Line | Sat 9:30 pm

PARTICIPATORY DANCE

 Salsa & Bachata 
Salsa & Bachata - Viking Union - Mon 7 pm
Beginning Cuban Salsa - Cof& - Tues 6 pm
Int. Cuban Salsa - Cof& - Tues 7:15 pm
Salsa Collective - The Majestic - Sun 5:30 pm

 Tango  
Urban Salon Tango - The Majestic - Mon 7 pm
Tango Practica - The Majestic - Wed 6:30 pm

 Other  
B’ham Hop - Crystal Ballroom - Tues 7 pm
Flow Fusion - Karate Church - Thurs 7 pm
Sunset Silent Disco - Zuanich - Sat 7:30 pm

Events & Nightlife

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MONDAY

Guffawingham, Uisce Irish Pub - A night of stand-up comedy with special guest, Seattlite Rachel Aflleje. Rachel has performed all over the country regularly opening for big stars like Tim Meadows, Nate Jackson, and Drew Lynch. Laughs start at 9 pm.

Shapes of Grief, Fire and Moss - Includes guided meditation, song, movement, & sharing from the heart. Practice finding ground & exploring the shapes, sizes, & speeds of our grief. Find out more.

Monday Music & Trivia →

TUESDAY

The Mount Baker Toppers, Majestic Ballroom - Rehearse with the Toppers for 6 weeks, then perform at the Fairhaven Green Night of Acapella on June 21st! Register to sing.

Tuesday Music & Trivia →

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