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2017 Junior Ski to Sea Weekend of the city / state State By Zachery Schmidt of the county addresses Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce has opened registration for the annual Junior Ski to Sea Weekend. State of the state Junior Ski to Sea Weekend sponsored by Haggen legislative update Northwest Fresh consists of the annual Junior Ski to Sea Parade and Junior Ski to Sea Race held on May 19- 20 respectively. Presented by: Participants for the Junior Ski Parade can start lining Kids participating in the running leg in the 2016 Junior Ski up at 4:15 p.m. The parade begins at 6 p.m. at the to Sea Race. Photo by Waqar Muhammad. corner of Cornwall and Kearney Streets then it will Stay tuned to Bellingham.com continue down Cornwall and end at Railroad and Champion Streets. For updated information Innovative floats, local middle school marching bands and adorable kids will be featured in the parade.

Awards will be given out during the parade including: grand prize, best pet, best large float, best small float, best Upcoming Chamber events group, best decorated bike, best novelty group, judges award and band awards.

BWCCI Registration for cars, floats, trucks and marching bands is required and can be done at bellingham.com for free. People wanting to walk in the parade do not have to register. March 10 March 23 April 20 Board of Directors

Networking Breakfast Business After Business Caliber Home Loans Ribbon Cutting Troy Wills, First Federal The Junior Ski to Sea Race will be held on Saturday, May 20, at Lake Padden Park. Kids are encouraged to start Sponsored by: Sponsored by: The Chrysalis Inn & Spa getting teams together and register at bellingham.com. Where: 2200 Rimland Dr, # 100, Bellingham Glen Groenig, The UPS Store Lummi Indian Business Council When: 5:00—7:00 pm Where: 804 10th St, Bellingham Teams consist of six members that participate in the five-leg relay race. The events include: running, hula-hoop Where: Northwood Hall No RSVP needed When: 5:30—7:30 pm Rene Morris, Bellis Fair Mall 3240 Northwood Ave., Bellingham Cost: Free to attend / No RSVP needed race, biking, soccer and an obstacle course. Anne Rasmussen, PeaceHealth When: 7:15—9 a.m. Cost: $16 with RSVP by 7:15 am on March 8 March 28 Lynn Murphy, Puget Sound Energy Three different types of races will be happening. The AM Elementary Race for third, fourth and fifth graders $20 with RSVP after 7:15 am on March 8 begins at 9 a.m. Silverado Bellingham May 12 Cale Luna, Advanced Solutions Tech RSVP at bellingham.com Ribbon Cutting Celebration Networking Breakfast The next race is the Middle School and Community Race Don Kurtis, Cascade Radio Group Sponsored by: Caliber Home Loans March 16 Where: 4400 Columbine Dr. Bellingham for sixth, seventh and eighth graders starts at noon. When: 4:00—6:00 pm Where: Northwood Hall Lesa Boxx, Country Financial In the final race, the PM Elementary Race for third, four Spring Business Showcase No RSVP needed 3240 Northwood Ave., Bellingham Seth Woolson, Chmelik, Sitkin Davis Where: Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa When: 7:15—9 a.m. and fifth graders starts at 2:15 p.m. Lori Reece, RE/MAX 4876 Haxton Way, Ferndale Cost: $16 with RSVP by 7:15 am on May 10 This race has three divisions: all male, all female or When: 3:00—8:00 p.m. April 14 $20 with RSVP after 7:15 am on May 10 Keith Coleman, SpringHill Suites RSVP at bellingham.com mixed division consisting of three male and three Cost: Free to attend Networking Breakfast Kathy Herndon, VSH CPAs female racers. Email [email protected] or call (360) 746-0737 Sponsored by: Unity Care NW for vendor booth availability Anne Bowen, Edward Jones Where: Northwood Hall May 18 Kids must be in 3rd grade or older to participate in the 3240 Northwood Ave., Bellingham Pinky Vargas, City of Bellingham Kid is focusing hard in the bicycling part of the J2016 Business After Business race. When: 7:15—9 a.m. March 17 Rud Browne, Whatcom County Junior Ski to Sea Race.. Photo by Waqar Muhammad Cost: $16 with RSVP by 7:15 am on April 12 Sponsored by: Holiday Inn Callen Chiropractic Ribbon Cutting April 13 is the last day for the early bird deal of $150 Where: 804 10th St, Bellingham Rob Fix, Port of Bellingham $20 with RSVP after 7:15 am on April 12 per team. On April 14, the cost of a team goes up to $180. Where: 1728 Iowa St., Bellingham When: 5:30—7:30 pm RSVP at bellingham.com Bob Wilson, Whatcom COG When: 3:00—7:00 pm Cost: Free to attend / No RSVP needed Junior Ski to Sea Weekend is a family-friendly environment that is enjoyed by everybody. For more information Cost: Free to attend / No RSVP needed Cassie Robles, Rice Insurance please visit bellingham.com.

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New Members! 2017 Blossomtime Parade The February Member of the Week photos Callen Chiropractic January 2017 had not been taken at the time of publication. By Zachery Schmidt vehicles, antique vehicles, dignitaries, Eden Health February photos will be included in the next dance troupes, clowns and the Bellingham Edward Jones—Anne Bowen newsletter issue. Bellingham’s favorite parade is just right SeaHawkers will all be featured in this Galloway’s Cocktail Bar around the corner. year’s Blossomtime Parade. HowISell.com th This parade has been hosted by Belling- Olympic Community of Health The 97 annual Blossomtime Parade pre- sented Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of ham since 1920. Pacific Tire Company Commerce and Sanitary Service Company Sound Predictions The original Blossomtime Parade was will be on Saturday, May 27 at 12:00 p.m. Whatcom Women in Business called the Tulip Festival Parade and con- The parade will begin at corner of Cornwall sisted of a beauty pageant. Local busi- and Alabama then continue going down nesses would sponsor contestants and Cornwall. Next, it sold flowers to "Anyone interested in participating in Above—the Sons of Norway float, winner of the 2016 John C. Burley Award for Bank of Pacific will turn on east on support that con- the parade can fill out an entry form at the best military/fraternal entry. testant. E. Champion St. bellingham.com." said Shelli Jones, Below—, antique cars are a highlight of the parade. and then go north Photos by Waqar Muhammad. Marketing Coordinator. Questions can The beauty pag- on N. State St. be directed to Silvia Reed, Events Coor- eant winner would Blossomtime’s dinator for the Chamber of Commerce. come from the grand marshal this She can be reached at (360) 746-0737 business that sold or [email protected]. year will be What- the most flowers. com Community Contestants that College (WCC). WCC will be represented lost would serve as the Tulip Parade by President Kathi Hyane-Brown, Ed.D., and Queen’s court. Jill Reid of the Boys & Girls Clubs of a handful of students. This is in honor of Many people that grew up in Bellingham Whatcom County shows her Cham- WCC celebrating its 50th anniversary. ber pride with a “ your Chamber” DVSAS remember the Blossomtime Parade with fond memories including marching in their sign! A theme was not chosen for the Blossom- time Parade this year. The Blossomtime high school band, seeing old vehicles or Parade committee decided that it was best seeing clowns in little cars. for parade entries to decide on a theme January 2017 MVP Blossomtime Parade is truly a fabric of that best represents their business or Bellingham. organization’s mission and message. Patri- otic themes are always welcomed.

Floats, marching bands, law enforcement

Kevin Coleman, WhatcomTalk Mount Baker Theatre Stop in to see: Natural Way Chiropractic, Gateway Centre Executive Suites, Print & Copy Factory, Jerns Funeral Chapel, Salish Wealth Management, Four Points by Sheraton, February 2017 MVP Signs Plus, Itek Energy, Sound Women’s Health & Aesthetics, Radley Muller Photography, Launching Success Learning Store, Veritas Media Productions, The Peter James Studio, KGMI News Talk Radio, Expedia Cruise Ship Centers, Whatcom Community College, V’s Barbershop, San Juan Cruises, Fizz POP Media , Kucumber Skin Lounge, Northern Light/ Point Roberts Press, Northwest Recycling, PRAISE 106.5 Bank of the Pacific Whatcom Transportation Authority, Waddell & Reed and many more! Ava Sakowski, $5 tasting glasses sponsored by 260 Tobacco and Meridian High School Marching Band performs in the 2016 Blos- Ava Sakowski Marketing Whatcom Museum Fine Spirits. We’ll be serving beer, wine and spirits! somtime Parade. Photo by Waqar Muhammad. 2 7 Member News BELLINGHAM/WHATCOM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY NEWSLETTER bellingham.com BELLINGHAM/WHATCOM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY NEWSLETTER bellingham.com Cascadia Cross Border Law public activities WYPS News & Events Chamber News Membership Update Thank you to our Renewing Members! WYPS Annual Message from WYPS President Helpful hints for Dear Members, Alcoa Intalco Works Port of Bellingham Blood Drive members American Red Cross NW WA Ram Construction General I want to publicly thank those mem- By: Cassie Robles Did you know that you can submit your An Employment Solution Contractors The 2nd Annual Whatcom Young Profession- bers who have been with the Cham- press releases and business news th ber for the past 30+ years. Angel of the Winds Casino Hotel Recycling & Disposal Svcs. als (WYPS) Blood Drive is Friday, April 28 It was my great through your MIC (Member Informa- honor last Janu- Ava Sakowski Marketing Salish Wealth Management from 11am-5pm in the Sehome Haggen Park- tion Center?)  BP Cherry Point Refinery ary to begin my ing Lot.  Brooks Manufacturing Bank of the Pacific SaviBank term as Principle Create your login (or email  Hempler's BB Meat & Sausage Bellingham Alive Chair of the [email protected] if you need SeaKamp Engineering Last year, our first blood drive registered a Co. Whatcom Young help!) to access your Member Informa- Best Western Plus Heritage Skookum Kids total of 30 donors! Of those 30 participants,  Phillips 66 Ferndale Refinery Professionals Ad- tion Page.  Barron Heating & Air Condi- Inn Snapper Shuler Kenner 23 were first-time-donors! visory Council. It tioning is a very exciting The menu is on the left-hand side of the Birch Bay Waterslides Insurance  Bellingham herald Because of the great response in year one, time to be in a screen. (see below) Chamber President Guy Occhiogrosso. Blossom Management Corp. Sound Predictions we wanted to partner with Bloodworks leadership role  Four Points by Sheraton with WYPs. Our membership has generated infectious energy and posi- Bellingham Hotel & Conference Blue Skies for Children Springhill Suites by Marriott Northwest again in 2017 to offer this philan- Click on the news release to paste the tive recognition in the community. content and send to the Chamber!  Cascade Natural Gas  Bellingham Guesthouse Inn Camano Mold Sterling Real Estate Group thropic opportunity to our members and  Chicago Title Insurance  Les Schwab Tire Center Assuming it looks OK, we’ll get it Campbell Group of RE/MAX Sunset Car Wash supporters. Early in 2016, our council set the plan to enhance our education, philan- posted on our website ASAP.  Claus Meats  Walton Beverage Pepsi Cola thropic, networking and community outreach possibilities. Reflecting  Diehl Ford  Yorkston Oil Co. Cascade DAFO Sustainable Connections Bloodworks Northwest supports 90 hospi- back over an incredible 10-year anniversary throwback party, Top 7 Un- Need help?  First American Title Co. of  Port of Bellingham Cascade Radio Group Team Technology der 40 event, first ever blood drive, themed monthly socials, countless Bellingham  Puget Sound Energy tals in the Northwest, including PeaceHealth Call Shelli Jones at 746-2433! engaging Facebook posts and a healthy increase in overall membership – I  Wm T Follis Realtors  Sanitary Service Co. Central Moving & Storage / Teknologic St. Joseph Medical Center in Whatcom can proudly say we accomplished the majority of our goals.  Haggen Northwest Fresh  PeaceHealth St. Joseph United Van Lines Terry Stach State Farm Insurance County. Blood is needed every day to meet  Jerns Funeral Home Medical Center The Lairmont Manor the needs of patients having surgery, organ Going into 2017, the WYPs Advisory Council will take the momentum  LFS Marine & Outdoor  CenturyLink Chuckanut Health Foundat. The Upfront Theatre transplants, receiving cancer treatment, or gained in 2016 to continue the reach of our program. Members can ex-  Larson Gross Thank you to all of our members! Copiers Northwest pect to see expanded opportunities for professional growth and strength- The Willows Inn on Lummi therapies for blood disorders.  Louis Auto Glass Whether you’ve been a member CRE West Coast ening their networking circle. And the entire community can anticipate a  Mt. Baker Vision Clinic Island greater influence of WYPs – our council is in the works of developing an for 30 days or 30 years, we couldn’t Days Inn There is no substitute for human blood,  McEvoy Oil Co. exciting new addition to our programming that will give members a  Peoples Bank do it without you! Turner Photographics which is why volunteer donors are essential Emergency Reporting chance to really make a difference in Whatcom County.  Orphalee Smith, CPA Uber to help support this community need! Call or email me anytime at (360) Fortiphi, LLC  Sound Beverage Distributors Umpqua Bank Cheers to continued connections & professional growth!  Comcast 734-1330 or [email protected]! Hamilton Place Apartments To register for the 2nd Annual WYPS Blood US Bank of Washington  US Bank of Washington Heritage Bank Drive on Friday, April 28th, please call 1-800 Cassie Robles, Rice Insurance Walton Beverage Pepsi Highgate Senior Living -398-7888 to make your appointment today! Cola If you would like to learn more about Whatcom Young Professionals, Hilton Home2 Suites Bellingham you can visit their website, www.bellinghamwyps.com Washington Federal The Bloodworks NW Bloodmobile will be in Hoonah Cold Storage the Sehome Haggen parking lot between Whatcom Community Integrity Orthotic Laboratories 11am-5pm to take your donation. Please Foundation Jerns Funeral Chapel & bring Photo ID with first and last name or your BWNW Wallet Card/ Whatcom Council of On-site Crematorium barcode sticker when registering at the blood drive. If you’re a regular do- Governments Junior Achievement nor, the last date to donate if you would like to be eligible for the WYPS’ Whatcom Land Title Co. blood drive is March 3rd. Larsen Christopherson Benefits Upcoming WYPS Events Whatcom Literacy Council Group FAQ’s: Whole Foods Market Lithtex Northwest Windermere Management Yes, you CAN donate if you’ve had a flu shot. April 27 Lummi Commercial Company by Ebright Wight Yes, you CAN donate if you’ve had a tattoo in the past 12 months – as long April Social MacDonough Real Estate/ Windermere Real Estate as it was performed in a licensed facility in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, or Where: Wild Buffalo House of Music Gary Oaksford 208 W Holy St. Bellingham California Master Auto Tech Whatcom When: 5:30—7:30 p.m. Wise Enterprise Yes, you CAN donate if you are a diabetic – as long as you are healthy you March 23 Cost: Free for members McDonalds Restaurants Zippy Services are able to give WYPS March Social $5 for non-members Moser Enterprises Neighborhood Mortgage Yes, you CAN donate if you are taking blood pressure medicine, as long as Where: McKay’s Taphouse Legend: and Pizzeria April 28 Northwest Washington Fair your blood pressure is within range Members 25+ years 1118 E Maple St, Bellingham WYPS Blood Drive & Events Center Yes, you CAN donate 6 weeks after pregnancy. Members 20+ years When: 5:30—7:30 p.m. Where: Sehome Haggen Northwestern Mutual RSVP at bellinghamwyps.com 210 36th St. Bellingham Members 15+ years And there is NO upper age limit – as long as you are healthy and have a Opportunity Council Cost: Free for members When: 11:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. beating heart you’re eligible! Members 10+ years $5 for non-members Orphalee Smith, CPA Members 5+ years More questions? Call Bloodworks Northwest at 800.398.7888 ext. 2 Phillips 66 Ferndale Refinery 6 3 BELLINGHAM/WHATCOM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY NEWSLETTER bellingham.com BELLINGHAM/WHATCOM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY NEWSLETTER bellingham.com

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Mount Baker Theatre celebrates its 90th birthday thriving community. MBT brings not only headlining performers and international touring acts to our community, but also curates an Education Series that provided Veritas Media Wins at Wistia Choice Awards In 2017, Mount Baker Theatre—the building—will celebrate its 90th birth- over 17,000 regional children access to professional arts curriculum last year. Veritas Media Productions, a day. On Saturday, April 29, 2017 MBT will turn 90 years old. The true gift: video marketing agency dedicated But Mount Baker Theatre is more than events with tickets. The community spaces what began as a luxe movie palace in 1927 has evolved to become a thriving to helping businesses and performing arts center in Bellingham’s downtown Arts District. act as an anchor for downtown Bellingham's arts district. Performances, rehearsals, nonprofits grow, took first place keynote speakers, meetings, and more happen on the Main Stage, in the "black box" in two categories in the 2016 Currently, MBT hosts over 110,000 people in more than 400 annual events Walton Theatre, and in the 1,200-square foot Encore Room. Many community arts Wistia Choice Awards, hosted by across its three venues. This is quite an accomplishment for what was a nonprofits take advantage of the program that allows free use of the Encore room. Wistia.com. small town theatre in need of repair that was slated for demolition in the There is usually something happening in the building in addition to our all-audience 1980s. This stunning community treasure was saved from the wrecking ball ticketed shows. Veritas Media won first place in by a dedicated group of visionaries and volunteers, who saw its future as the Storytelling and Hardworking Mount Baker Theatre is looking forward to 2017 and intends to spend the entire Mount Baker Theatre “the community arts resource” as described by the Video categories for two separate Theatre’s current mission: year celebrating this unique partnership that keeps a thriving community asset alive video submissions. The and strong. Storytelling Award was presented in recognition of the following A) To provide arts, entertainment, and social interaction which, through a Mount Baker Theatre circa 1927. Photo provided by Mount Baker Theatre. video produced for the wide variety of programs, results in personal enrichment, enjoyment, and a Lighthouse Mission Ministries in sense of community for diverse audiences in the region. Bellingham, WA. According to B) To preserve the restored historic Mount Baker Theatre as a home for Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism announces York, or even Seattle. This is important not just to Bellingham residents but Wistia.com, the Storytelling

local performing arts organizations, film, a venue for touring performers, and new President and CEO Award goes to the video that community events. across the region and to folks looking to combine elements of outdoors and culture in one vacation, as represented in this statistic: 40% of the people who The board of directors of Bellingham Whatcom “tells the best story, through its script, cinematography or editing.” In a great example of civic partnership between city, county, and community, have attended Theatre events reside outside Whatcom County. County Tourism has hired Sandy Ward as the organi- a new structure emerged: the city-owned facility is managed by the Mount zation's new President and CEO, beginning Feb. 2, Link to video: http://veritasmediapro.com/portfolio -item/ “Access” is not just to entertainment from afar, but to the building itself as a Baker Theatre Corporation, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. That ‘80s 2017. lighthouse -mission -ministrie s word-class facility for local presenters. Our professionally-managed historic wrecking ball was set aside to make room for other big changes: a gorgeous stage hosts the little feet of local dance students, the “walks” of various college restoration and repurpose of existing spaces done in phases to arrive at the Ward is a 30+ year veteran of the travel, tourism and Besides the powerful stories in the video, the Lighthouse Mission Ministries graduates, and well-heeled speakers from various civic and community groups. gem of a building we see today. hospitality industry. She most recently served as the has also seen the tangible effects a video can have on reaching a wide From ski films to local authors, the stunning theatrical setting can make local sales and marketing director for the Future of Flight audience. The video is often used at speaking engagements to quickly show Since 1984, private support by the community has funded $14 million in events “big.” Aviation Center & Boeing Tour for the past 12 years. the impact of the work they do. The video has also received thousands of capital improvements to the city’s building. The Hotel/Motel Tax was in- She was previously appointed by Washington's Gover- Because of this, Mount Baker Theatre’s community of supporters is large and views on their website and social media channels. creased in the late ‘90s to help fund the Theatre’s management fee. MBT in nor Christine Gregiore to serve as a member of the loyal. In addition to the 110,000 visitors through our doors each year, MBT has turn contributes approximately $90,000 annually to the city’s general fund in Washington State Tourism Commission. She has also tracked 131,152 hours donated by passionate volunteers in the past 20 years. Veritas Media also took first place in the Hardworking Video category admissions and other taxes, acts a community driver for arts tourism to the served as a director on the board for the National The STARS organization is a group of highly invested volunteers, and there are which, according to Wistia.com’s website, “recognizes the video with the tune of $6 million in economic impact, and provides a professional event Council of Attractions, which is part of the US Travel Association (formerly known highest number of actions taken, including call-to-action clicks, email generally around 200 active volunteers on the roster for the organization at any space for local entities such as the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra, various as TIA). She is a member of the Puget Sound Attractions Council, and of the WTA submissions or annotation clicks.” given time. The theatre also inspires its 1000 Members to contribute $50 or (Washington Tourism Alliance) long-term funding and advocacy committee. performing arts schools, film festivals, local higher education institutions, and more on an annual basis, and eighty-five business and individual sponsors under- much more. write around $356,000 in activities, an average of $4200 each! Wistia.com, based in Cambridge, Mass., is an online site that hosts video Prior to joining the Future of Flight, Ward served as the Snohomish County Tour- for businesses as a more professional alternative to sites like Becoming the premier cultural tourism destination for Whatcom County is ism Bureau's founding executive director, a position she held for nine years. During The direct economic impact the Theatre makes on our local community is sub- YouTube.com. The Wistia Choice Awards are open to all Wistia Agency her tenure at the Snohomish County Tourism Bureau, her agency was honored on stantial. MBT’s direct annual operating expenditures total Partners and winners are awarded for nine categories across video two separate occasions by Washington State Tourism for the Best Tour Planner's production and video marketing success. Veritas Media Productions has $3,000,000. This includes $149,000 in lodging in local hotels Guide in Washington State. Additionally, the state gave the Bureau two awards in been a Wistia Agency Partner since the program was created in early and another $10,000 in artist hospitality. Additional artist-paid 2000 for Best Niche Marketing Campaign and Best of the Best Industry Award for 2016. economic activity is estimated at another $275,000 in lodging direct mail marketing campaigns and online reservations programs. plus ancillary spending for transportation, souvenirs and gifts, and meals and snacks. Patron spending, based on figures deter- Josh Burdick, the owner of Veritas Media Productions, is thrilled to be Ward has also held positions as executive director of the Kitsap Peninsula Visitor recognized for the work that went into helping his clients succeed. “Story mined by the 2010 Arts & Economic Prosperity study from the and Convention Bureau and the founding executive director of the Ogden, Utah is how we connect with one another,” says Burdick, “and video is a Americans for the Arts, equates to an additional $2.7 million in Convention and Visitor Bureau and the four-county Golden Spike Empire Travel powerful vehicle to deliver that story. When story is used correctly for direct spending associated with our 110,000 patrons. MBT Region in Utah. businesses and nonprofits, it can really be effective.” employs seventeen full-time staff, many part-time positions, and

has a pool of 300 union stagehands that work productions She has been recognized as Woman of the Year by Utah Business Magazine, named Veritas Media Productions has helped many businesses and nonprofits in coming from as far out as Seattle. Professional Manager of the Year by the YWCA of Northern Utah, and was named Whatcom County tell their stories with video. More information about Tourism Professional of the Year by Washington State Tourism. Veritas Media Productions and examples of their work can be found at The economics are important, but the arts play another impor- veritasmediapro.com. tant role in a community’s “livability,” something that has be- Ward is a graduate of UCLA's Institutes for Organization Management, a master's

come more and more important with increasing numbers of level leadership development program. For more information about Veritas Media Productions or Wistia, contact retirees and folks that work from their homes—people who Josh Burdick move somewhere for its attributes, not because of a job or Contact: family. Arts provide diversity, innovation, collaboration, and a Sandy Ward, President and CEO 360-319-7025 host of other vital attributes that go into making a healthy, Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism [email protected]. (360) 671-3990 [email protected] Crowd gathering for a performance at Mount Baker Theatre. Photo provided by Mount Baker Theatre. Continued on page 5 4 5