Back on the waterfront, the Wednesday Bellingham farmers market has these new vendors
Here’s a roundup of recent retail activity around Whatcom County:
▪ For those already dreaming about those upcoming warm summer days, residents can look forward to new things at the Wednesday Bellingham Farmers Market.
In an email, Market Director Lora Liegel said she’s excited about this year’s slate of vendors, a number of which will be providing more food options to the market. The Wednesday market will be on the waterfront near Waypoint Park 4-7 p.m. June 1 through Sept. 14.
Some of the food vendors planning to be at the Wednesday market include Hungry Street food truck (American/Venezuelan cuisine), Buu Chan (Asian cuisine), Hawthorn Kitchen (organic, local lunch and snacks), Holly’s Meat Pies and Shambala Ancient Grain Bakery (gluten free baked goods).
The Wednesday market will have around 25 vendors, while the Saturday market at the Depot Market Square has around 80 vendors, Liegel said.
The Saturday market will kick off its 30th season on April 2. In a sign of a new normal during this pandemic, the cabbage toss with Mayor Seth Fleetwood is expected to return. With the omicron COVID-19 wave appearing to be fading, the market plans at this point to recommend masks be used, but not require it.
Details about both markets can be found on the Bellingham Farmers Market website.
▪ A state liquor license application was submitted to put in a small grocery store at 102 Ohio St., near Bellingham High School. The proposed name is Alebrije Mexican Store and the applicants are Garcia Martinez and Edrai Alexis.
▪ The Bellingham Marine Life Center is planning to fully re-open on Monday, March 14.
The center, which is at 1801 Roeder Ave., has operated on by-appointment only schedule during portions of the COVID-19 pandemic.. After it reopens for walk-in traffic on March 14, it will continue to reserve Sundays for appointments for visitors who want a more one-on-one experience, according to a news release from the Port of Bellingham.
The Marine Life Center showcases marine life and habitat in Bellingham Bay, Puget Sound and on the Washington Coast.
Once fully reopened, hours will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Admission is free.
▪ A building permit application was submitted to do a remodel of the Burger King restaurant at 201 Telegraph Road.
▪ Bellingham’s newest escape room is now taking reservations.
Locker Breaker Escapes is in the former Upfront Theatre building on Bay Street in the art district. Its website indicates at least one of its room has an Edgar Alan Poe storyline as guests try to figure out puzzles to open the locks before time expires.
This story was originally published February 27, 2022 at 5:00 AM.
