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BP orders brief road closure, page 3

Custer man steals car, leads police on chase

Ballet troupe to perform in Blaine, page 6

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Fall back! Daylight Saving Time ends November 1

Marine Park playground opens

By Steve Guntli A Custer man who appeared to be high on drugs led Whatcom County sheriff’s deputies on a chase on Guide Meridian. According to the sheriff’s department, Darren Andrew Nixon, 28, of Custer, broke into a tan Mercury Cougar in a church parking lot on Guide Meridian at around noon on October 26. Witnesses reported Nixon had been wandering around the parking lot for about an hour, and they believed he was high on drugs. When two sheriff’s deputies arrived at the scene, they were told Nixon had left in the stolen vehicle, heading north on Guide Meridian. The deputies caught up to the vehicle and attempted to pull it over but Nixon fled, reaching speeds of more than 80 mph and cutting through parking lots to evade police. When the chase became too dangerous to bystanders, the deputies called off the pursuit. However, the Cougar was seen a short time later, driving the speed limit on Smith Road near Northwest Road. Deputies began the chase once again, and were able to stop the vehicle by performing a pursuit intervention technique in which deputies bumped the vehicle with their squad car, causing it to spin out. The car came to a stop in the 1100 block of Smith Road around 12:40 p.m. and officers took Nixon into custody. Undersheriff Jeff Parks said Nixon appeared to be high on methamphetamines. He was charged with vehicle theft, attempting to elude law enforcement and driving with a suspended license. Nixon has a history of drug abuse problems and was arrested earlier this month for breaking into a vehicle on Lakeway Drive in Bellingham. At that time police arrested Nixon with Ziploc bags full of black tar heroin and syringes. In a plea deal, Nixon pleaded guilty to possession in exchange for dropping the vehicle prowling charge. He was sentenced to 15 days in jail and released October 21.

s Crowds of eager kids and parents gathered around for the official opening of the Marine Park Playground on October 26. See more photos on page 11.

Photo by Steve Guntli

Construction begins on primary school addition By Ian Ferguson Crews have broken ground for an expansion to Blaine Primary School on October 26, kicking off a project that should be mostly complete by late April 2016. “As my 2-year-old grandson would say, the scooper is here,” superintendent Ron Spanjer said at the Blaine school district board of directors meeting Octo-

ber 26, referring to excavating equipment that started digging to prepare the work site for construction. The 11,000-square-foot addition includes eight full classrooms, a music room and roll-down doors added to an existing covered play area in a pod at the northwest end of the primary school. Everson-based Tiger Construction is the lead contractor. Although most of the construction will be wrapped up by the end of April, work will

Birch Bay chamber invites public to annual meeting By Steve Guntli The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce is wrapping up a busy year with its annual general membership (AGM) meeting on Friday, November 6. The AGM will take place at the Ferndale Events Center. The meeting has been held for more than 20 years, but last year’s event was the first time organizers used the large Ferndale venue, opting for more of a fes-

tive atmosphere than a meeting. The AGM will feature live music from Birch Bay band The Replayzmentz, a catered buffet from Kelly’s O’Deli in Ferndale, live and silent auctions and a no-host bar. “It’s been a great year for the chamber. We had a lot of successful events, and we’re looking forward to closing the books on this year and welcoming the next year,” said chamber coordinator Sarah Pinkey. A half-hour meeting for chamber mem-

bers only before the AGM will give members a chance to elect their new board of directors. This year five seats are up for reelection. Current president Jeff Carrington, executive secretary Carrie Beck and directors Pam Hansen and Gary Gibbons will not be running for reelection this year. Mike Kent, the current vice president, is the only member with an expiring term who will run again. (See AGM, page 3)

continue into August, said project manager Jim Kenoyer. “Once school is out for the summer, we will work on the covered play area, the music room, roofing and tying the new building in with the existing building,” Kenoyer said. “As far as we can tell, everything is in order and we’re off and running.” The addition of eight new classrooms is (See School, page 3)

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BP to reroute traffic for oil spill exercise By Steve Guntli Drivers be advised: a portion of Grandview Road will be inaccessible on the morning of Friday, November 6. BP will be running a planned

School ... From page 1

mainly to provide room for fulltime kindergarten. The school district will offer full-time kindergarten for the 2016/2017 school year. Funding for the $4 million addition comes from a $45 million capital improvements bond passed in February 2015. The same bond will fund a $38 million renovation of the high school, and planning for the high school project is ongoing. Kenoyer told school board mem-

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oil spill response exercise at the BP Cherry Point Refinery. A section of Grandview between Blaine Road and Jackson Road will be closed to the public. Traffic will be rerouted to accommodate the exercise. Drivers will take a detour at the roundabout

at the Blaine Road and Grandview Road intersection. From there they’ll be diverted to Bay Road, from which they can access Jackson Road. The road will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to noon.

bers he and the architects have met with teachers to determine the educational specifications of the new classrooms and spaces. “We’ve had some pretty major contributions from folks in terms of what they’d like in their space and where they want it to be. We’ve shuffled around student services spaces to where kids will be comfortable coming in to see councilors without being out in front of all their peers. Things like that,” Kenoyer said. Kenoyer told the school board to expect written descriptions of

the spaces along with floor plans and elevations for the high school project at the next regular school board meeting on November 23.

tions that carry two-year terms. To apply, visit birchbaychamber.com or visit the Birch Bay visitor information center at 7900 Birch Bay Drive. The AGM will open to the public at 6 p.m. Admission is $25 for an advance ticket or $30 at the door. Groups can also reserve seating for $200 for a table of eight or $250 for a table of 10. To make reservations and for more information on the AGM schedule, visit birchbaychamber.com.

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So far, six new candidates have thrown their hats into the ring: Jesse Creydt, Yvonne Lindquist Munn, Josh Peterson, LaVinia Reneau, Toni Sutherland and Sarah Weightman. Candidates for the board of directors have until Friday, October 30 at 3 p.m. to submit their name for consideration. These are unpaid volunteer posi-

s Members of the Blaine Senior Center Waves bocce team accept a trophy at the senior center on October 26. The Waves recently won the All-County Bocce Tournament, beating out eight other senior center teams for the top prize.

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The Northern L ght The Northern Light is published weekly by Point Roberts Press Inc. Locally owned and managed, the company also publishes the All Point Bulletin, covering Point Roberts, Mount Baker Experience, covering the Mt. Baker foothills area, and the summer recreation guide Waterside as well as maps and other publications. Point Roberts Press Inc. is a member of the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association, Chambers of Commerce of Bellingham/ Whatcom County, Birch Bay, Blaine and Point Roberts and the Bellingham/Whatcom County Convention and Visitors Bureau. The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the editors. Letters Policy The Northern Light welcomes letters to the editor. Please include name, address and daytime telephone number for verification. Letters are limited to 350 words and may be edited or rejected for reasons of legality, length and good taste. Thank-you letters are limited to five individuals or groups. Writers should avoid personal invective. Unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Requests for withholding names will be considered on an individual basis. Consumer complaints should be submitted directly to the business in question or the local chamber of commerce. Only one letter per month from an individual correspondent will be published. Email letters to letters@thenorthernlight.com. Publisher & Managing Editor Patrick Grubb publisher@thenorthernlight.com Co-publisher & Advertising Director Louise Mugar lmugar@thenorthernlight.com Editor Steve Guntli steve@pointrobertspress.com Copy Editor Kara Furr kara@pointrobertspress.com Reporter Ian Ferguson ian@pointrobertspress.com Creative Services Ruth Lauman, Doug De Visser production@thenorthernlight.com Office Manager Amy Weaver info@thenorthernlight.com Advertising Sales Molly Ernst, Janet McCall Catherine Darkenwald sales@thenorthernlight.com General Editorial Inquiries editor@thenorthernlight.com Contributors In This Issue Debbie Adelstein The Northern Light 225 Marine Drive, Suite 200 Blaine, WA 98230 Tel: 360/332-1777 Vol XXI, No 20 Circulation: 10,500 copies

s The Blaine football team lost to Squalicum 34–13 in an away game October 23. The team will play its senior game and last game of the season this Friday, October 30 at home against Lynden. A ceremony starting at 6:20 p.m. will honor senior football players, cheerleaders and athletic training staff. The game is also a food drive for the Blaine Food Bank. Spectators are encouraged to bring a can of food to drop off at the ticket booth. The game starts at 7 p.m.

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Letters The Editor: I am writing a letter today to acknowledge my appreciation for an exceptional, thoughtful and caring member of the Blaine school district staff, Jessie Burton, with the family service center. We have had contact with her for a few years now, as she is the go-to for the Thanksgiving basket program, backto-school supply assistance, Operation School Bell (OSB) and numerous other programs. In my opinion, Jessie has gone above and beyond for the families of Blaine: Finding options for families with high school-aged children who do not qualify for OSB, putting together school supplies in backpacks for those who cannot attend the yearly get-together. She also makes it possible for Christmas to be joyful, when it may not have been without a little help. I have a social anxiety problem, forcing me to avoid large groups of people. Jessie has helped our family the last two years with getting together backpacks and supplies so that I can just come to the office and pick them up instead of subjecting myself to the overwhelmingly large groups that gather for the school supply pickup night. When my vehicle was out of commission she dropped off items she had collected for our family. This is why I feel she is amazing – a real angel to our family. I don’t know what we would do without her looking out for not only our family, but also those in our community. I highly doubt we are the only ones she goes out of her way to help. I felt she needed to be recognized in the community for what a kindhearted and thoughtful person she is. I thank my

lucky stars Blaine school district has this amazing woman on its staff. I encourage all the families out there she has helped to let her know how much she is appreciated. I’m certain most have thanked her, but wouldn’t it be nice to have her acknowledged in a bigger way? Thank you for listening. Christy Sanders Blaine The Editor: The Community Assistance Program will be providing Thanksgiving dinner baskets this year on Wednesday, November 25 from noon until 3 p.m. at Unit 280 near Cost Cutter in the Blaine International Shopping Center. Those needy families residing in the Birch Bay, Blaine, Custer and Point Roberts areas who desire to be recipients must make a reservation through family services at the Blaine school by Wednesday, November 18. Call 332-0740 for a reservation. There are no baskets for walk-ins. Thanksgiving baskets are prepared for the following: • the needy • families with children who are in need • families referred by pastors of local churches • the elderly on meager limited incomes • the disabled • the unemployed and under-employed • the chronically poor The list of recipients will be vetted by and provided to us by the family services office of the Blaine school district. We depend on the kindness of our donors to fund this program. We need your help. CAP is an all-volunteer operation.

We receive no government funding and we pay no salaries. It is only through donations from people like you that this program can function. If you have the means to help your neighbor in need, please mail a check to the CAP Thanksgiving Basket Fund, P.O. Box 1067, Blaine, WA 98231. The Community Assistance Program (CAP) is an IRS approved 501 (c) 3 charitable program and registered with the Washington Secretary of State. All donations are fully tax deductible. Jerry Williams, director Thanksgiving basket program

Correction: In the October 22 issue, we incorrectly identified some of the children on the BP Student of the Month page. We have rerun that feature with the correct names. See page 10.

Clarification: In the October 22 issue, we wrote that Ken Imus owns Fairhaven Fish and Chips. While Imus’ company does own the property and the double-decker bus in which the restaurant is housed, he is not involved with the restaurant itself.

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Have you voted and mailed your ballot yet? Whatcom County Auditor Debbie Adelstein reminds voters that ballots must be postmarked no later than November 3. Mail early to assure your ballot is received by Election Day. Ballots that do not receive a postmark by November 3 cannot be counted. One stamp only is required. Voters are encouraged to deposit their ballot in an official drop box. Ballots deposited in a drop box don’t need postage and are open until 8 p.m. on Election Day. Six new ballot drop boxes have been added throughout the county for voters’ convenience. The new locations are: • Haggen Sehome Village, 210 36th Street (in the northeast corner of the parking lot) • North Whatcom Fire and Rescue Station, 4581 Birch Bay-Lyn-

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By Steve Guntli A regional ballet troupe is kicking off their 2015/16 season in Blaine. Northwest Ballet Theater (NBT), based out of Bellingham and Lynden, will perform Tchaikovsky’s perennial holiday favorite, “The Nutcracker,” in Blaine school district’s performing arts center on December 5 and 6. The performances will mark the opening of troupe’s 17th season, and the first time the theater has performed in Blaine. “We’re really looking forward to having the show in Blaine this year,” said artistic director John Bishop. “The theater there is huge. We’re really excited.” Bishop said the performance

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Weather Information Sometimes weather conditions create the need for a one hour late start, or the cancellation of school for the entire day. There are a number of ways that you can access school schedule information on inclement weather mornings: • Seattle TV Stations • KGMI Radio • Blaine School District Website www.blainesd.org will have updated details as early as 5:30 a.m. and no later than 6 a.m. • Parents may also call the snowline at 332-0789 for school schedule information. Information on severe weather bus route schedule changes can also be found on the Blaine School District Website. When school is closed, all school activities, including after school athletic practices, are also canceled. Student and staff safety remains our primary concern.

Parent and Teacher Conferences Fall conferences are almost here with the parents of students in Grades K-8. These formally scheduled discussions provide an opportunity for parents to learn more about the academic progress of their children. Parents are encouraged to work collaboratively with teachers to discuss strategies and set goals to support and monitor their child’s learning targets for the current school year. The value of these discussions with parents, and in some cases the students themselves, is extremely important to the overall learning process. We want to take this opportunity to thank our parents for their commitment to attending these conferences. Parent and Teacher Conferences will be November 19, 20, 23, 24, and 25. Students kindergarten through 8th grade will be dismissed each day at 12:50 p.m.

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Capital Projects Work in High Gear With selected roofing, parking lot, playground and track resurfacing projects completed by early this fall, the attention of the Blaine School District shifts to the Primary School addition. Construction of the new wing will commence this week. It is anticipated that construction of the core addition will be completed by late April 2016. The connecting hallway enclosure of the larger playshed, conversion of the smaller playshed to a music room and re-roofing of the entire Primary School structure will be addressed in the summer of 2016. Concurrently, planning for construction at Blaine High School continues, with an expectation that a request for bids on Phase 1 will go out early in spring of 2016. The staff and students of the Blaine School District remain greatly appreciative of the support that has been demonstrated by our patrons in passing the bond measure that allows for this incredibly important work to take place.

Levy Resolution Forthcoming On November 23, the Board of Directors of the Blaine School District will be asked to take action on a resolution directing the placement of a four-year Maintenance and Operation Levy on the February Ballot. Blaine will join all other public school districts in Whatcom County in seeking renewal of Maintenance and Operations Levies, with the current levies set to expire at the end of the 2016 calendar year. In the Blaine School District, Maintenance and Operations Levy revenue covers 25% of all expenditures. While the Washington State Legislature has debated the merits of establishing a funding mechanism for basic education that places less dependency upon local tax measures, no significant action has been taken to date. School districts across the State of Washington continue to be heavily dependent upon local revenue to fund the day-to-day operations of schools. Recent legislation requires the district to appoint two committees of up to three members each for the purpose of preparing statements both for and against the Levy Ballot Measure for the Voters Pamphlet. Anyone interested in participating in this activity is encouraged to contact the Superintendent’s Administrative Assistant, Tina Padilla, at 332-5881. As we move forward toward the month of February, the Board of Directors is committed to providing our patrons with access to the details of what the Levy Measure serves to support. Additional information can be accessed at www.blainesd.org, or by calling Amber Porter, Director of Finance and Operations, at the School District Office.

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Joe Jr. is the artist, and crafts furniture at his woodshop in Ferndale while his parents operate the store. Joe Jr. has lived in Whatcom County for 12 years. After growing up with his family in Connecticut, he attended the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan to pursue his dream of being an artist. Soon after graduating, though, he shifted his focus. “It’s hard to make a living in the visual arts,” he said. “Making furniture is much more utilitarian. It fills a need and still allows me to be creative.” He started interning in woodshops, learning the craft from the ground up. By the time he decided to move to the Northwest, he felt confident enough in his skills to open his own woodshop. Most of the year, Joe Jr. operates his woodshop in Ferndale by himself. He brings in parttime help during particularly busy seasons, but hopes to grow Continued on next page

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the business enough to add at least one more full-time employee. Each item he makes takes a lot of time, with some projects taking between 60 and 80 hours to complete. “It’s definitely a labor-intensive passion,” he admitted. Most of the items he sells can be customized to fit a person’s home needs. “Probably the bulk of our orders are custom jobs,” he said. “The items on the show floor are all for sale, but most of our business comes from people seeing an item in the store and wanting it modified to fit their house or their design needs.” In the summer, Joe Jr. builds school desks for Waldorf and Montessori schools throughout Washington and parts of Canada. He started making desks shortly after the birth of his daughter. “I started making little chairs for her, and as she grew I needed to make bigger versions, and that kind of inspired me to start making school furniture,” he said. His wife, Gabriel, is a teacher and artist, and owns Gabriel’s Art Kids, a before and after school arts program for kids. The school is now entering its fourth year. Joe Sr. and Joyce moved to Washington two years ago, after spending most of their lives in the Northeast. After Joe Sr. retired, he and his wife moved to Birch Bay to be closer to their family and help their son grow his business.

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In addition to running the furniture business, Joe Sr. saw an opportunity to indulge a long-time passion of his own. Joe Sr. has been collecting and selling sports memorabilia for 38 years. It started as a way of bonding with his son. “When Joe was little, I had the kind of job where I would go into work on Monday and not come back until Friday night,” he said. “So I didn’t get a lot of time to spend with my son. He was really into comic books back then and he loved collecting them. I was never a comic guy, but I started collecting cards and balls, things that I found interesting, and we connected over that.” For 16 years, Joe Sr. was a vice president for Carvel, a popular ice cream company centered mostly in the Northeast. His purview was sports marketing, so his job put him in contact with athletes and owners for the Yankees and the Mets. As

a result, New York team memorabilia dominates the shop in Bellingham: photos, cards and signatures from Roger Maris, Mickey Mantle and Babe Ruth are just some of the baseball highlights. He also sells items from other athletes, such as Russell Wilson, Michael Jordan and Muhammad Ali. And as a little nod to his son’s early hobby, Miles Woodworking has a few framed comic book covers as well, including early “Incredible Hulk,” “Amazing Spider-Man” and “The Flash.” The family said they have enjoyed the process of working together, and are proud to be able to invest in one another’s passions. “We’re thrilled to be here, and we really want to be a part of the community out here,” Joe Sr. said. Miles Woodworking is located at 1305 Cornwall Avenue in Bellingham. To see examples of their work, visit mileswoodworking.com.

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Police Reports October 22, 11:17 a.m.: Blaine Police were dispatched to a burglary that had occurred at a construction site after crewmembers discovered that overnight thieves had made off with various tools. The contractor lost about $1,000 in equipment and his subcontractor lost close to $1,500. The home under construction was not damaged. October 22, 3:58 p.m.: A resident came into the police department to report her necklace had been stolen and identified a suspect in the taking. That man had been arrested on other charges and booked into jail. A necklace matching the description of the missing item was among his property placed in safekeeping at the jail. Police are applying for a search warrant to recover the jewelry. October 23, 1:50 p.m.: A truck driver called police when he returned to his rig parked on Grant Street and discovered it had been struck and damaged in his absence. Currently, there are no suspects in the hit and run. The owner estimates his truck sustained over $1,000 in damage. October 25, 10:55 a.m.: A lady stopped by her mom’s house to check on it and found that the garage door had been forced open. She entered the

house yelling at whoever was inside to leave, and heard someone bolting out the front door. She called police, officers responded and requested assistance from another agency with a canine. A search of the area did not locate the suspect and the burglary is under investigation. October 26, 7:10 a.m.: A resident contacted police when he discovered an adult relative had been using his debit card to steal money from his bank account. An officer located and arrested the suspect, who had taken a total of more than $1,000 in several transactions. The woman was booked into jail and a report was forwarded to the felony prosecutor. October 26, 4:15 p.m.: A resident called to report suspicious activity occurring in an open field nearby. An officer arrived and contacted a woman in the field who explained she was burning some of her clothes. She turned out to be wanted on an arrest warrant, and peace was restored to the neighborhood when she was booked into jail. October 26, 6:40 p.m.: Police were dispatched to an assault occurring at a residence. Officers determined that a young man had grabbed his sister by the throat and broke a necklace

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in the process of ripping it from her neck. He had also taken up a hammer and used it to take a swing at another adult relative. The suspect was arrested on felony and misdemeanor domestic violence assault and harassment charges and booked into juvenile detention. October 27, 6:40 a.m.: A man called police when he stopped by a relative’s home and discovered that it had been burglarized. The back door had been kicked in and several items were stolen. The burglary and theft are under investigation. October 27, 5:20 p.m.: A resident advised that a couple of nights earlier between 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. someone had rattled her home’s doorknobs in a possible attempt to gain entry. She did not report the incident when it happened, and then the following night she spotted someone jumping over her backyard fence. She requested extra patrols in her neighborhood and officers encouraged her to call immediately when suspicious activities occur. This report is provided by the Blaine police department. A full listing of the week’s police report can be found at thenorthern light.com.

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Chowder Night: Friday, October 30, 5–7:30 p.m., PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center, 3301 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham. Seafood chowder (or soup) dinner. Sponsored by the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 86. Cost: $8 donation. Proceeds to breast and cervical cancer research. Trunk or Treat: Friday, October 30, 6 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2550 Thornton Road, Ferndale. Chili dinner, kids carnival followed by trunk or treating. Info: 223-0695. Halloween Fright Night: Friday, October 30, 6:15–9 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Play games, show off your costume and munch out. Sign up at the library or online at wcls.org. For middle and high school students. Info: 305-3637. Terrell Creek Community Work Party: Saturday, October 31, 9 a.m.– noon, Terrell Creek. Help improve Terrell Creek for returning salmon. Info: bbwarm.whatcomcounty.org. Family Activity Day – Tell a Tale of Halloween: Saturday, October 31, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora Street, Bellingham. Dress up, explore an exhibit, make a Halloween book and hear un-frightful stories. All ages. Admission $3, members free. Info: whatcommuseum.org. Trunk or Treat: Saturday, October 31, 6 p.m., Freedom Community Church, 508 G Street. Community is invited. Info: 961-3834. Trick or Treating: Saturday, October 31, 2–4 p.m., Good Samaritan Society-Stafholt, 456 C Street. Kids in preschool to third grade welcome to visit and get a special treat bag from the residents. Info: 332-8733. Halloween at Paso del Norte: Saturday, October 31, 8–11 p.m., Paso del Norte, 758 Peace Portal Drive. Live music by JP Falcon Grady, costume contest and drink specials in the bar. Info: 332-4045. Health Insurance Enrollment Event: Monday, November 2, 2–5 p.m., Touchstone Behavioral Health, 435 Martin Street, suite 2010. Bring names, date of birth, social security numbers for all members of household, proof of household income and immigration documents, if applicable. Walk in or schedule an appointment at 990-3848. Toddler Time: Tuesday, November 3, 10:30–11 a.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. 20 minutes of stories, songs, and other amusements for very young children. Preschoolers are welcome, but content is aimed at 1 to 3-year-olds. Info: 305-3637. Play and Learn Drop-in: Wednesday, November 4, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Learn while you play with these fun times designed for preschoolers and their adults. Activities vary from week to week and include Play-Doh, LEGO, wooden blocks, a stuffed animal doctor station and more. For ages 3–5. Info: 305-3637. Puss ’n Boots: Wednesday, November 4, 3:15–4:15 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Last Leaf Productions brings this delightful live theater production to the library. For grades K–5. Info: 305-3637. Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce AGM and Banquet: Friday, November 6, 5:30 p.m., Ferndale Events Center, 5715 Barrett Road, Ferndale. Enjoy an evening of food, live music and auction. Tickets $25 available at the Birch Bay Visitor Information Center, 7900 Birch Bay Drive. Info: 371-5004. Community Spaghetti Feed and Bellingham Youth Jazz Band Performance: Friday, November 6, 5:30 p.m. dinner, music at 7 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Spaghetti, green salad, rolls, dessert and beverage. Tickets available at the senior center: Adults $10, children $5. Info: 332-8040. Public Meeting on Health Care Access: Saturday, November 7, 9:30 a.m., Bellingham Public Library, 210 Central Avenue, Bellingham. Representatives from University of Washington School of Public Health, Health Care for All WA, Washington State Representatives and Whatcom Alliance for Healthcare Advancement. Info: 398-2295. Holiday Shopping at The Loft: Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., The Loft, 638 Peace Portal Drive above Black Forest Steakhouse. Local vendors and artisans will sell their wares. Info: Kelley, 933-1304. Ciderfest: Saturday, November 7, noon–5 p.m., BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. Hard cider tasting, brat bar, brewing competition, cider brewing workshop and more. Info: bellewoodfarms.com. Home Education Seminar: Saturday, November 7, 1–5 p.m., Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. Information on the Washington State Housing and Finance Commission’s first mortgage programs, down payment assistance and other loan programs, and is accepted by all affordable housing loan programs as meeting educational requirements. Free. Registration is required and space is limited. Info: wcls.org or 305-3637. Harvest Dinner: Saturday, November 7, 4:30–7 p.m., Custer United Methodist Church, 2996 Main Street, Custer. Turkey, fixin’s and homemade pie. Everyone welcome. Adults $9, kids 6–12 $6, under six free. Info: 305-4402.

Ongoing Alzheimer/Dementia/Memory Loss Caregiver and Care Partners Support Group: First Tuesday of the month, 1:30–3 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine. Info: 671-3316. Pound Fit: Tuesdays, 4–4:45 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Thursdays, 10:30–11:15 a.m. Childcare provided. $5 drop-in fee. Birch Bay Toastmasters Club: Tuesdays 6:30–7:45 p.m., Windermere building, second floor, Birch Bay Square, 8105 Birch Bay Square Street. Learn leadership and communication skills. Info: toastmasters.org. Community Meals: Wednesdays, 5–6:30 p.m., Blaine Community Center, 763 G Street. Dinners free; donations accepted. Sponsored by Community Assistance Program. Info: communitymealsblaine@gmail.com. Karaoke: Friday night, 9 p.m. Paso del Norte, 758 Peace Portal Drive. Info: 332-4045. Submissions to Coming Up should be sent to calendar@thenorthernlight.com no later than noon on Monday.

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Whatcom County Sheriff’s reports October 17, 2:02 a.m.: Domestic verbal on Giles Rd. October 17, 7:36 a.m.: 911 hang-up on H Street Rd. October 17, 6:27 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Birch Terrace Ln. October 17, 11:30 p.m.: Party on Harborview Rd. October 18, 1:42 a.m.: Driving while intoxicated on Blaine Rd. Lynden male, 31, arrested for DUI. October 18, 9:53 a.m.: Extra patrol on Birch Bay Dr. October 18, 1:49 p.m.: Burglary cold call on Birch Bay-Lynden Rd. October 18, 3:46 p.m.: Vehicle theft cold call on Sunset Dr. October 18, 3:52 p.m.: Drugs cold call on Pacific Hwy. October 18, 4:22 p.m.: Burglary cold call on W. 34 Ave. October 18, 5 p.m.: Domestic physical on Kayak Wy. October 18, 9:33 p.m.: Assist citizen on Moonlight Wy. October 18, 11:03 p.m.: Theft on Main St. October 19, 12:22 a.m.: Trespass on Harborview Rd. October 19, 4:58 p.m.: Welfare check on Halibut Dr. October 19, 6:44 p.m.: Trouble with guest on Harborview Rd. October 19, 7:48 p.m.: Trespass on Birch Bay-Lynden Rd. October 20, 12:50 p.m.: Theft cold call on Custer School Rd. Custer man, 33, arrested for two counts of theft third degree. October 20, 6:16 p.m.: Attempted suicide on Morgan Dr. October 21, 12:57 a.m.: Property found on Cottonwood Ct. October 21, 10:45 a.m.: Senile

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October 22, 6:24 p.m.: Traffic problem on Jess Rd. October 23, 11:54 a.m.: Burglary cold call on Blaine Rd. October 23, 3:37 p.m.: Assist citizen on Alderson Rd. October 23, 4:38 p.m.: Vandalism cold call on Whitehorn Wy. October 23, 6:31 p.m.: Alarm hold up on Birch Bay Square St. October 23, 6:55 p.m.: Trespass on Haynie Rd. October 23, 9:18 p.m.: Traffic stop on Alderson Rd. and Gemini St. Custer man, 30, arrested for driving with a suspended license third degree and operating a vehicle without ignition interlock.

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