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Sat, Feb 7, 11:30 am to 12:30 noon
Official PACIFIC NORTHWEST RAIN FESTIVAL!

Take part in this brief, fun, usually goofy, mid-winter happening in the heart of Fairhaven--at the Fairhaven Village Green! This is an EVERYONE participatory event - and a good antidote…

Upcoming Events
Tue, Jan 6, 6pm each Tuesday
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers All Paces Run

Tue, Jan 6, 7:30-9:30pm, 1st, 2nd, & 4th Tuesdays
Bellingham Scottish Country Dancers’ Beginner’s Class at Fairhaven Library

Wed, Jan 7, noon, 1st Wednesdays
VB Reads: Business Book Group



Eddie retires with 31 years service

Wednesday, December 31

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Eddie Miller, our Fairhaven US Postal Service mailman for decades, spent his last day on the job today.  Hustling as usual.  The guy is known for his hustle.  Ed has delivered the mail and packages in our historic district for all of his 31 years with the Postal Service.  All business owners appreciate his dedication to doing the job right and getting the mail delivered regardless of the weather. 

Picking the mail for Russ, the owner of The Silvery Moon jewelry shop, this morning.  Eddie was - still is - an open, friendly and talkative guy - but the talk was often hurried as he kept moving along at his brisk pace.  Now he and Suzanne will be heading to the Southwest in their class A RV for the winter and explore areas on his Harley.  Counting his military service time, he retires with over 34 years government service and, as you can see, is still fit and ready for a lot of life.  Thanks Ed for the fine service.  And Good Luck in the future. 

Fair Trade Haven brings the world to Fairhaven

Monday, December 29

Tucked in next to the Village Green is a small shop in one of our most historic buildings - and it is a shoppers delight.  Clothing, jewelry, musical instruments, toys, baskets, art, crafts, food and more are packed into this hide away shop.  Open seven days a week, owner Karin Porrini also carries items made by local artisans and crafts people.  Prices vary from incredible bargains to what you would expect to pay for mass market items - eccept they are beautifully hand made.  Here Paul and Tina are trying on hand made hats - from maybe Tibet or South America or maybe from Whatcom County. 

There is no door on any street.  This shop opens onto the Village Green and you can also get to it via the inside stairs of the Colophon Cafe - which it is next to.  They are open 11 am to 6 pm every day except they close at 5 pm on Sunday. 

Looking for gifts after not getting out enough in the big snow? Check this place out.  You will find surprises that will be appreciated.

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