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A HUGE THANK YOU for voting Bob’s Burgers & Brew
BEST BURGER OR SANDWICH IN LYNDEN! We hope to see you soon at one of our great county locations to enjoy one for yourself! Lynden 360.354.2125
Birch Bay 360.366.3199
Sumas 360.988.4483
www.bobsburgersandbrew.com
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Bellingham (Barkley Village) 360.647.3355
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The results are in! The Lynden Tribune and Lynden Chamber of Commerce would like to give a huge thanks to all of the readers who participated in our 2013 Best of Lynden Reader’s Choice Awards. We are pleased to present the awards to the winning local businesses listed throughout this publication. Congratulations!
Best of Large Business: WFC The guiding principle at Whatcom Farmers Co-op is “Only the Best,” said Lynden- of cooperative memberbased general manager Don Eucker. ship even to the small-scale So it is rewarding to receive the affirmation of customers with the Best of Lynden buyer. WFC gets the benLarge Business vote. efit of being a member itself “We try to constantly improve,” Eucker said. “It’s been a big process, but we have in several national brand great employees at WFC.” cooperatives: CHS, Land Building on a history going back to 1982, with Rich Stipe as longtime manager, Eucker O’Lakes, TrueValue and Ace. has continued to steer the cooperative since March 2011 in new and innovative directions. The business is on a There have been renovations at existing locations. A new logo is gradually making 10-year upward growth path its appearance. In 2013, WFC took over the TrueValue hardware store in Lynden’s Fairway and in 2014 expects to do 1 Center. The revamped website gives customers instant access to their accounts as well as million transactions for the information on WFC events and news. first time, Eucker said. “Our goal is to take care of our customers by doing the right thing. We appreciate this recognition as Best of Large Business by the community,” Eucker said. Whatcom Farmers Co-op has three main divisions: Retail, Agronomy and Energy. Together, those cover a range of products and services, from getting your corn fields planted to filling your pickup with gas. At the retail outlets — seven of them now in Whatcom County — expect to find anything from a horse harness to a winter coat. The headquarters of the 180-employee organization, including the Lynden convenience store, remains at the corner of Third and Main streets. Local agricultural producers make up the seven-member board of directors, currently headed by seed potato grower Jeff Bedlington. But anyone can come in and shop at a WFC location. And in February a new Rewards Program will be rolled out, bringing the benefits WFC’s Lynden Convenience Store sells gas, while the Country Store carries plenty else.
Home Farm Garden
Best of New Business: Chandara House
Chandra House is located within the Dutch Village Mall on Lynden's Front Street.
A number of restaurants have come and gone in the Dutch Village Mall, but the newest one, the Thai-centric Chandara House, has found a great deal of success and popularity thus far. First opened on Aug. 9 of this year, Chandara House offers a large selection of "authentic Thai" cuisine, including lunch specials, appetizers, salads, soups, noodle soups, full entrees, stir-fried noodles, curries, kids' meals, desserts and drinks. The restaurant's Facebook page features many food photos showcasing Chandara House's many popular lunch and dinner dishes. Restaurant owner Wankanok Hurd said she chose the Dutch Village Mall location because of its beauty, as well as the style of the space and town. Hurd chose to focus on vegetable, MSG-free and gluten-free dishes when crafting the menu. She also places an emphasis on using local ingredients whenever possible. The restaurant, which is open after many performances at the Claire vg Thomas Theatre, also offers takeout, catering and delivery services. Chandara House is located inside Lynden's Dutch Village Mall, and is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday during the winter months. The restaurant is only open on Sundays for private parties, catered events and pre-arranged banquets. Visit the Chandara House page on Facebook, and go to www.EHungry.com to order food online from the restaurant. Call 393-3068 for more information.
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Best of Small Business: Bumblebees Kids Rick Meyer, owner of Bumblebees Kids, with wife Jenny, said winning the honor of Best Small Business in Lynden, as voted on by Tribune readers, certainly came as a “surprise.” But it was also a welcome way to reassure the couple they were headed on the right track with their Fairway Center store. After purchasing the shop in May 2012, the couple moved it from downtown to Fairway next door to The Woods Coffee — there is no better place for exposure in Lynden than next to a Woods, Meyer joked — and doubled floor space at the same time. “The additional traffic has been great and we couldn’t ask for a better experience,” he said. The new real estate allowed Bumblebees to expand lines and add new products. The store is really a mix of kids' games and toys and baby-geared items, Meyer said. The Wow Toys line grew quickly and the Meyers, for the first time, brought in Ravensburger Puzzles and LazyOne pajamas. And one of the store’s biggest selling lines, Melissa & Doug, was able to grow too. “I think customers appreciate the variety of items,” he said, “and the different items that aren’t available in the big-box stores.” But even with the growth of Bumblebees, finding out that “folks appreciate what we’ve been trying to do” via the Best Small Business honor was “hard to believe” and really “jazzed” the local couple. Asked what the main reasons may be for the appreciation from the shopping public, Meyer pointed not only to the diverse line of items within the shop, but also the couple’s effort at providing excellent one-on-one service throughout the experience. It’s service that shouldn’t surprise customers, even if the awards they hand out surprise the owners of Bumblebees Kids.
Rick Meyer loves the Fairway Center location of Bumblebees Kids.
Thank you for voting us
Congratulations to all the 2013 Winners!
Best in Lynden! Lynden Massage Associates Brenda Bergstrom, LMP R-HYI
360.746.9674
Kathy Fisher LMP Jessica Libolt, LMP Renee Parson
360.305.9761 360.815.0317 360.393.9594
ATC/L. 360.410.4102 360-354-5124 • Taking the backache outHeather of yard Duffey, work •LMP, www.whatcomlawns.com
Thank you for voting... Wisers Furniture Best of Lynden!
LyndenMassageAssociates.com
Thank you for voting us as best
Lawn & Landscape company in Lynden! Call us today for winter pruning, cleanup & landscaping needs, and line up Lynden’s best Lawn & Landscape maintenance service for 2014!
Merry Christmas from all of us at
WHATCOM L-R: Howard VandeKieft, Trent Kettels, Cheri Byma, Margie Struiksma, Linda Haas, Janice Korthuis and Sherri Wynne. Not Pictured: Bryon Phillips, Danielle Delaney, Saul Lira, Jean Jones, Jim Alsum and Jerry Struiksma.
168 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd., Lynden, WA 98264 • 778-3870
LAWNS INC.
360-354-5124 • Taking the backache out of yard work • www.whatcomlawns.com
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2013 Best of Lynden
New Business
Small Business
655 Front St., Ste. #10 Dutch Village Mall, Lynden 360-393-3068
Large Business
Home Farm Garden
Fairway Center
415 Depot Rd, Lynden 360-354-2108
(between Woods Coffee & Surroundings)
360-354-1338
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Green Business
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211 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd. Lynden 360-318-8869
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DE YOUNG & ROOSMA
CONSTRUCTION, INC. 141 Woodcreek Dr., Lynden Phone/Fax: 360-354-3374
A big Thank You for voting us
Matt & Jerry
Best Remodeling/Construction in Lynden!
We look forward to doing our best for you in the future.
406 Front St. Lynden 360-354-2877
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Medical Facility
Adult/Assisted Living
1610 Grover Street Suite D1 Lynden 360-354-1333
Dentist
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Christian Health Care Center
eltkamp Family Dentistry
855 Aaron Drive Lynden 360-354-4434
1610 Grover St. Suite C1 Lynden 360-354-5691
2013
Optical
MT. BAKER VISION CLINIC 1610 Grover St Lynden 360-354-7933
Pharmacy
Fairway Drug
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1758 Front St. #108 Lynden 360-354-1226
VAN’S PLUMBING AND ELECTRIC, INC.
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Thank You to all who voted for us. We are very honored to be voted Best of Lynden. 1758 Front St. #106 • 354-1226 Drive-thru Prescription Pick-up
“The Best Plumbing & Electric Company” 312 3rd Street, Lynden, WA 98264 (360) 354-2171 • (360) 354-VANS Fax (360) 354-5497
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2013 Best of Lynden
Chiropractic
OLSON Family Chiropractic 8304 Guide Meridian Lynden 360-318-1240
Massage/Spa
Beauty Salon
Lynden Massage Associates 517 Front St., Unit C Lynden
302 Front St Lynden 360-318-8867
www.LyndenMassageAssociates.com
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Barber
Fitness
Fairway Barbershop Mike Alsum 1728 Front St Lynden 360-354-2241
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115 E Homestead Blvd Lynden 360-354-1196 EXT 7
Thanks for choosing Zylstra Tire Factory as the Best Tire Store in Lynden! We appreciate it and look forward to serving all of your tire needs! Trust What You Love to...
Tyler Zylstra
Gilbert Silva
501 Grover Street, Lynden
360-354-4493
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Veterinarian
Groomer
Pet Supplies
Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
8880 Benson Rd. Lynden 360-354-5095
Home Farm Garden
6451 Hannegan Rd., Lynden 360-306-5931
2013
Pet Accommodations
415 Depot Rd, Lynden 360-354-2108 Automotive Services
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6451 Hannegan Rd., Lynden 360-306-5931
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We are blessed to be voted Best Small Business!
Thank You Lynden and all our valued customers! We appreciate you!
354-1338 • Fairway Center
1758 Front St. #104 Fairway Center 360-354-3103
THANK YOU for selecting us
BEST INSURANCE AGENCY IN LYNDEN TWO YEARS IN A ROW! We sincerely appreciate your votes and will continue to provide the absolute best service to our valued clients.
(Between Woods Coffee & Surroundings)
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8181 Guide Meridian Rd. Lynden 360-354-7698
We are so blessed to be voted as Lynden’s Best Gift Shop. Thank you for shopping! We look forward to serving you in 2014!
If it’s important to you, it’s important to us. 501 Front Street, Lynden, WA 98264 2115 Barkley Blvd., Suite 201, Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 354-4488 www.sskinsurance.com
2013 Best of Lynden
Financial Institution
418 Grover Street Lynden 360-354-4044
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Real Estate Company
Photography
8071 Guide Meridian #105 Lynden 360-354-4455
2013
Insurance Agency
360-410-7393 www.stephaniestremler.com
Tires/Auto
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VOTED BEST PIZZA IN LYNDEN!
THANKS FOR THE VOTES! We’re proud to be voted “Best of Lynden”
A Full Service Auto Repair Facility
• Brakes • Tune-Ups • Mufflers • Transmissions • Electrical • Engines • Shocks & Struts • Clutches • Check Engine Light Diagnostics • Factory Scheduled Maintenance
We take care of all your automotive needs
• PIZZA BREAD • GREAT BURGERS • HOT SANDWICHES • SALADS • CHICKEN STRIPS • KIDS MEALS www.miltspizzaplace.com Open Daily at 11 a.m.
Thanks for your support!
The staff at Blossoms would like to take this opportunity to extend a huge heartfelt THANK YOU to our cherished customers for making us Lynden’s favorite florist! It is only because of our loyal and treasured customers that we continue to love what we do and to put all of our heart into each and every bouquet that has the Blossom name on it. We look forward to serving our blessed community for many years to come. We thank you again!! The Staff at
354-7698 • Mon. - Fri. 8-5 • Sat. 8-2 • 8181 Guide Meridian • Lynden
FLORAL ETC.
508 Front St. • 354-7673 www.lyndenblossoms.com
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Landscape/Mowing
Taking the backache out of yard work.
Whatcom Lawns
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Plumbing
Electrician
Gift Certificate for any of our services.
2500VAN’S
VAN’S
$
PLUMBING AND ELECTRIC, INC.
for new customers or those who have not used our services within the last 6 months.
PLUMBING AND ELECTRIC, INC.
Valid through February 2012
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Lawn mowing & brushcutting Lawn fertilization & weed control Lawn aeration, thatching & hydroseeding Lawn moss control Shrub and hedge trimming Weeding of planting & flower beds Fall leaf clean up & gutter cleaning
• Tree pruning, spraying & removal • Irrigation installation • Irrigation start up & winterizing • Irrigation repair and maintenance • Seasonal lighting • Year-round maintenance
FREE Landscape Consultation
312 3rd St. Lynden 360-354-2171
your home or business 312 3rd St. 530 E Wiser Lake Rd Ph:at360-354-5124 • Cell: 360-815-0466 email: steve@whatcomlawns.com Lynden Lynden W H A T C O M L A W N S 360-354-2171 360-354-5124 www.whatcomlawns.com FREE landscape consultations
2013
Law Practice
Lesa Starkenburg 115 Front St Lynden 360-354-7822 Thank you for selecting
(360) 410-7393 www.stephaniestremler.com
De Young & Roosma Construction Inc.
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¡Muchas Gracias! for voting us Best Ethnic Food in Lynden!!
as best in Lynden!
Remodeling/Construction
Lynden 360-354-3374
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MT BAKER VISION CLINIC Dr. Wayne Musselman
Dr. Jeffrey Larson
Dr. Brian Koning
THANKS FOR YOUR VOTE!
Mexican Family Restaurant 8138 Guide Meridian Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-8388 Open seven days a week
LYNDEN 1610 Grover Street, 360-354-7933 Mon., Wed., Thurs. 8:30am-5pm, Tues., 10am-5pm, Fri., 12-5pm
BELLINGHAM 720 Birchwood Avenue, 360-733-1720 Mon. - Fri., 8am-5:30pm
You deserve the best in optical and medical eye care!
Since 1951. One Clinic. Two Locations. Give us a call or check out our website • www.mtbakervision.com
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2013 Best of Lynden
Burger or Sandwich
8107 Guide Meridian Rd. Lynden 360-354-2125
Pizza
Ethnic Food
8138 Guide Meridian Lynden 360-354-8388
8122 Guide Meridian Rd. 360-354-7499
2013
Happy Hour
Espresso
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3 LOCATIONS IN LYNDEN Bender Plaza, Fairway Center, Safeway Marketplace Thank you Lynden for voting us Best Salon!
To celebrate we are offering a FREE haircut ($30 value) with a color service or $5 OFF a pedicure during the month of January.
Like Us on Facebook for Specials
302 Front St. • 318-8867
Thank you for your support and confidence in us!
Veltkamp Family Dentistry Lynden Christian Schools
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Baked Goods
Local Food
Grocery
211 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd. Lynden 360-318-8869
421 Front Street, Lynden 360-354-3911
2013
Convenience
8071 Guide Meridian Rd #101, Lynden 360-318-0688 Gift Shop/Jewelry
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Edaleen Dairy & Ice Cream Store 1011 E. Grover St. 360-354-5342
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Thank You! for selecting
Edaleen
Dairy & Ice Cream Stores
BEST CONVENIENCE STORE We appreciate your support! Be sure to look in next week’s paper for our 1st Anniversary celebration of our Grover Street store. 9593 Guide Lynden
1011 E. Grover Lynden
908 Cherry Sumas
www.edaleendairy.com
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1758 Front Street, Suite 104 Lynden 360-354-3101
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION
SALE!
50-75
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*
OFF
all Christmas items starting Dec. 26. *Off regular price.
Thank you for voting us your Favorite Hardware Store! We appreciate your support & business. We’re proud to be a locally owned and operated store for 40 years! -Dean Hendricks
Hardware
1736 Front St., Fairway Center, Lynden
354-2291
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Furniture
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Farm Supply
168 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd. Lynden 360-778-3870
Garden/Nursery
Home Farm Garden
415 Depot Rd, Lynden 360-354-2108
2013
Hardware/Home Improvement
401 E. Grover St., Lynden 360-354-3097 Clothing/Fashion
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1736 Front Street Lynden 360-354-2291
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105 3rd Street Lynden 360-778-1849
Family Care Network
We Take Care
Thank You to all who voted us
“Best Medical Facility”
We are dedicated to bringing the best medical care to north Whatcom County. For more information on how we can best help with your medical needs, please contact us today!
Lynden Family Medicine
1610 Grover Street, Suite D-1, Lynden • (360) 354-1333 www.familycarenetwork.com
Thank You for selecting Stoney Ridge Farm as Lynden's Best Farm! Our family is honored to be a part of your family's Fall and Christmas traditions. We wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!
2092 Van Dyk Rd., Everson 360-966-3919
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Florist
Thrift Store
Meeting Place
FLORAL ETC.
508 Front Street Lynden 360-354-7673
408 1st Street Lynden 360-318-9333
Local Farm
3 LOCATIONS IN LYNDEN Bender Plaza, Fairway Center, Safeway Marketplace Local Charity/Organization
STONEY RIDGE FARM
2013
205 S. BC Ave., #105 Lynden 360-354-4673
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Wedding Venue
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Golf Course
1861 Van Dyk Road Everson 360-966-7787 Family Activity
Million Smiles Playground
JANSEN ART CENTER 321 Front St. Lynden, WA 98264 360.354.3600
Project Hope
115 E. Homestead Blvd. Lynden 360-354-1196
Lynden, WA 98264 360-354-6717
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“Thank you, Lynden for voting us Best Veterinary Hospital in Lynden for 2 years in a row!” - The crew at Kulshan Veterinary Hospital
Caring for All Creatures Large and Small
Emergency Service Available 13 Veterinarians on Staff
• Canine Rehabilitation Therapy • Therapeutic Laser • Ultrasound • Exotics • Boarding and Grooming Facilities • Acupuncture & Chiropractic Care • Digital Radiography • Endoscopy • In-House Lab • Laser Surgery Kulshan Veterinary Hospital PLLC American Animal Hospital Association Accredited Hospital
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Brady DenBleyker
Karen Timmer
Wynden Holman
Bonnie Vander Yacht
Duane Vander Yacht
Thank You, Lynden for the vote of confidence...again! 2013
Darrel Timmer
Tresie Wiersma
Sid Mellema
Sharon Engels
Ron DeBoer
For the second time, we are proud to be voted
Jim Huleatt
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Jason Heutink
www.windermerewhatcom.com
8071 Guide Meridian 360-354-4455 • 800-234-1841
Mike Vail
Keith Bouma
EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY
Marv VanMersbergen
Lester VanMersbergen
Loren VanCorbach