Contests

Bellingham Children’s Film Festival

It’s a weekend of films for kids to enjoy!

Women-Owned Businesses

Check out these women-owned businesses in our community!

Win a Party with Summit Trampoline Park!

Fill out a simple entry form to win a birthday party that comes with free jumping, pizza, soda and more for you and your friends!

Skagit Friendship House En Vogue Benefit

Get your tickets to benefit Skagit Friendship House!

Whatcom County Home & Garden Show

Get everything you need for your spring projects at the Whatcom Home Show!

Mandy’s Girls Night Out

Enjoy a Girls Night Out to “The Ladies of Laughter” and Old World Deli with a limo ride from Northwest Limousine Service on March 7th!

Win Tickets to Gone West

Represent your hometown and score tickets to Gone West at The Skagit!

Whatcom Science & Engineering Fair

Sign up for the Whatcom Science & Engineering Fair!

KAFE 104.1 Welcomes the Dave Matthews Band

Score tickets to see DMB on September 4th BEFORE you can buy them!

Scotty’s Weekend in 5 Photos

Did I just squeal in delight over apples?

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