Lynden Chamber of Commerce, 518 Front Street, Lynden, WA (2025)

09/02/2025

IT'S GONNA BE A TUESDAY that feels like a Monday
With the school systems fired back up, one notices that with the cooler nights, touch of fog in morning hours and insects with attitude, thoughts turn to packing up the going-to-church shorts and digging out a coat that can keep the chill and rain out and the warmth in.
And a Muddy Waters Espresso, though personally nothing with Pumpkin Spice just yet. That's for October, before moving into Egg Nog and Peppermint season come November and December.

+ As usual, Cheeks, located in the Waples Building downtown by Village Books & Paper Dreams in Lynden, has the fall fashions that are perfect for the "shoulder" season between bake and brrrrr, and might we also suggest a gander at the seasonal clothing racks at the wonderful Lynden Christian School Second Chance Thrift Store on Drayton Street and Summit Thrift Store in BEAUTIFUL downtown Lynden, and of course for the youngsters we highly suggest both The Little Red Wagon and Foxxy Brown's Women's Consignment Store on the other end of Front Street, at the Fair Square shopping area.

+ With those classroom bells ringing, or buzzing as the case may be, fundraising season is a "GO", so be sure to not only keep your fundraising local, but mouth wateringly delicious with Precision Pastry, and we would note we are fans of the pastry puffins options, if, you know, anybody wanted to support local fundraisers, and then make a batch or four to drop off at the Chamber, for the visitors and volunteers, of course.

+ There's going to be many a young man dropping on one knee in the coming months, so a reminder to potential brides -to-be that Ashton Adair Bridal on Front Street in downtown is ready and able to help you make your private viewing and fitting appointment to make choosing something complimentary to your existing beauty an easy and enjoyable task.
And the fact they go easy on somebody's wallet, whoever that may be, is a bonus.

+ QUESTION O' THE DAY!!!
What dollar amount do you believe each household in Lynden should contribute annually to support new development within the Lynden community?
This question isn't for engagement purposes, as in raising social media views, too many of those already. These questions are for engagement purposes to gather informal information.

09/01/2025

IT'S MONDAY! Labor Day Monday, and the first day of Fogtember.
First up, a reminder that the Lynden Whiskey Event, a fundraiser for the Lynden Music Festival is this coming Saturday, so a reminder to get your tickets online at lyndenwhiskeyevent.com/ for those so interested
+ Be the One also has a fundraiser, their annual Spetemberfest at Samson Estates Winery, but that date is following weekend, September 13th. Tickets are $45 each, or $100 for VIP.

+ The Society of Bus Drivers, Preschool Teachers & Hairdressers Annual Ball Jar Conference, BBQ and Mental Health Retreat has been deemed a success by those in attendance, as various subjects were explored, and though the traditional fruit preservation class was once again well attended and enjoyed by many, the Cute Colorado Couple brought together all the ingredients for a very impactful afternoon and evening session.

+ Weather looks to be that potpourri of "It's a touch warm" days and "Has anybody seen my sweatshirt" nights, so we highly recommend Rustlers Front Street Grill for any evening meal on the patio.
There's not necessarily a correlation here, we just think you'll enjoy a meal in downtown Lynden

+ We're not certain on what all is open today, and what is not open today. We know the banks, post office, some of the legal offices, etcetera are not open for business today, but we also know that many of our local retailers are, and that everyone heading to or from Birch Bay needs to stop at the Delta Country Market and pick up a treat.
We think it's like a rule, but even if it isn't, it should be, so stop by

+ Quick question, very basic, not a lot of background information, so not an in-depth intellectual exercise by any means, just a yes or no will suffice:
Should Lynden continue to grow, or no?
This should go well.... he said while shaking his head

God bless, enjoy your Labor Day, and like those pre-school teachers, bus drivers and hairdressers (elementary school teachers were added this year, fyi) YOU are loved!

08/31/2025

ON THIS LAST SUNDAY IN AUGUST, a day many in our community will pause to give thanks for blessings of the week that was, as well as seek those in the week ahead, we would like to add our expression of gratitude for all those whose labors contribute in ways big and noticeable, or small and largely unnoticed, to making our lives and the lives of those around us better in some way.
Be it a banker, a heavy equipment operator, the farmers in the fields, the mechanics, the tire guys, the printers, the bakers, the big burger makers, the servers, the painters, the teachers, the flaggers, the volunteers in the parks or at the parade, answering phones or responding to calls, this weekend we celebrate the laborers in our corner of the world, which means we celebrate one another, and give our thanks for you, and to you.

May God bless you and keep you, and make His face to shine upon you, and give you peace, mentally and physically, and that which brings you satisfaction be showered upon you in abundance, for you are appreciated AND loved!

08/30/2025

THE LYNDEN SATURDAY MORNING POST: Saturday Labor Edition
Good morning to all, especially to those guests from the Mother Country of molens, klompen en hagelslag. Het is geweldig om familie in de stad te bezoeken, en we hopen dat je geniet van je tijd in Lynden!
Spell check really isn't happy with that last sentence, at all. Look for another year of grammar revenge coming your way

+ Did you get some grilling meat for the Labor Day bar-b-que out at Oostema Farmstead, Lynden from Oostema Wagyu Beef, Lynden? Head out to Northwood Road, and head south, unless you're coming from the Hampton Road end, in which case head north. You'll see the sign point up to the farmhouse, camp sites and barn down the long driveway, also know as Old Farmer Glen Hill, from which the sunsets are absolutely stunning!
To clarify, the hill is old, not the farmer, though as time passes....

+ Dave's Sports Shop just got a shipment of hunting supplies in, all the gear one needs, and the experienced staff to set you up right, not just sell you a bunch of unnecessary equipment. Ion the Fairway Center Lynden

+ If you're there at Fairway, or even if your on the other end of town, check out the Lynden Artisan Market, with hoodies and goodies for changing seasons, next door to Surroundings Home, Gifts and Garden, another great place to get in a fall frame of mind

+ It's also fall sports season, which means a mass of youngsters being moved here, there and everywhere via the family cruiser, and Hinton Chevrolet, Inc. has an SUV or two to help get the job done safely and in style, but just figure using the big super sucker vacuums at the Splash N Dash Lynden, across the street from RE/MAX Whatcom County - Lynden and Ralph's Floors on Front Street, to keep those carpets clean

* We were saddened to see that long-time Lynden Chamber of Commerce member and supporter Outlaws Saloon in Ferndale is closing the brick and mortar portion of the business, a fine place to wet the whistle, catch up, and generally have a great time with friend and stranger alike. We wish the crew all the best, and thank you for your service to Ferndalian's, Custerite's, Lyndenite's, Bellinghamster's and beyond!

We best get our getting going going, as we are anxious to hear the lecture series "History of Barn Fires" and "Governments, Their Problems, and How to Fix Them" at the Society of Bus Drivers, Preschool Teachers & Hairdressers Annual Ball Jar Conference, BBQ and Mental Health Retreat.
There are no slides, overheads, or videos, but the verbal descriptions and answer time (there's no questions, only answers) more then makes up for the lack of multimedia.

God bless, enjoy your Saturday, enjoy your weekend for that matter, and just like a quality speaker and Sodium Dispensing Specialist, the very rare Class I mind you, YOU are loved!

08/29/2025

FINAL CALL OF SUMMER... but not really
While the actually summer season doesn't really end until September 22, with school buses prowling the streets and roads of northern Whatcom County, the gyms filling with the squeaks of shoes on gym floors as volleyballs fly high in the sky, and the notes of warming brass instruments fill the halls around the band room, it would seem the traveling days of many are limited, and soon enough we'll be reminding you where to get sidewalk salt, snow shovels, and if those same buses are a go or no go.

But that's for then, and this is now, and for now, the weather in Lynden looks like it will be spot on for the Labor Day celebrations, God willing another opportunity for friends and family to gather, a chance to sit around a glowing fire and "shoot the breeze", and eat homemade everything, although a tasty treat from the Lynden Dutch Bakery, or one of those delicious make-it-in-your-own-oven apple pies from Bellewood Farms & Distillery (apple harvest starts this weekend, we believe) is A-OK in our book.
And today, the Great Peoples Bank (WA) Pig Search for those money-stuffed piggy banks is a go, in the area surrounding your local Peoples Bank branch. Dibs on downtown!

Oh, yes. And S'mores. We're not sure who was the first person to look at a nicely toasted marshmallow and said "Let's cram the bu**er between these here graham crackers, along with a slab of chocolate bar", but their name should be on elementary schools across the fruited plains.
Chocolate goes well with fruit, too.

If you're heading out of town, be sure to Shop Lynden before you go. If you're headed into town, be sure to Shop Lynden once you get here. And if you're staying around, and working your tail off or just chillin' in the yard, Shop Lynden. Your support for our local merchants will be as relaxing and rewarding as a great summer backyard bbq.

God bless, may your S'mores be plentiful, as well as the friends to share them with, and, well, most of you regulars know the rest.

Even more than the S'mores!

08/28/2025

HONEY? WHO SET THE THERMOSTAT TO "MUGGY, STICKY & STINKY"?
Strangest thing, but 7 times yesterday we thought someone was is in trouble at the Homestead Fitness Center outdoor pool and hopped the fence and jumped in to help, and, well, wouldn't you know it, not only do they have a lifeguard for such emergencies, nobody seemed to think anyone was having a problem.
But don't worry, if this weather keeps up, we'll be ready to help today, too, despite the stares of confusion

+ How's the propane tank on the RV and BBQ? Northwest Propane would very much prefer you came in sooner rather than later, and same with those in the VanderYacht Propane Inc. area. Quality service and a love for their customers, but they would like to get where they need to be getting this weekend, too!

+ We shouldn't really be complaining, as with Van's Plumbing and Electric, Inc., Four Seasons Heating & Cooling, LLC, and Lynden Sheet Metal, Inc. around town and ready to maintain the ol' air conditioner, and for those who are considering an install after this recent bout of uncomfortable nights, now IS a great time to get an estimate, as with many of the new units, you'll not only have AC for the muggy summer nights, but also very likely $ave $ome guilders on the heating bill this winter, when we'll be writing complaints upon these pages whining like a teething toddler about how cold we are...

+ Looking forward to the Cute Colorado Couple coming back as guest presenters at the upcoming Society of Bus Drivers, Preschool Teachers & Hairdressers Annual Ball Jar Conference, BBQ and Mental Health Retreat. We heard it may be a Van Polen style travelogue on "Warmth and Dry, and Where To Find It", though we always find the interactive class "Tampico and It's Many Uses" rather engaging, and popular with many, with additional trips to the Lynden Food Pavilion Farmer's Market nearly guaranteed

+ We don't want to be fanning the flames of international issues in the news, but for those who believe this is the first time there has been a disagreement between those on the north side of the 49th and those on the south, just a reminder that we'll be celebrating "Labor Day", while our Northern Neighbors will be celebrating "Labour Day".
Apparently Vanna was running a "Buy a Vowel, Get One Free" special on their side of the ditch, but regardless, we love 'em from A to Zed...

Enjoy your Thursday, hope you have great plans for the coming holiday weekend, and just like a cool pool on a warm(ish) day, YOU are loved!

08/27/2025

IT'S PIG WEEK WEDNESDAY, and while the Peoples Bank (WA) Pigs aren't out until Friday, today is Ebenezer Christian School start-up day!
School starts at 8:40, with the Convocation Service starting at 9:00 a.m. We wish all the Lemon Squeezer's a wonderful school year, especially Miss Becca, the newest Eagle Educator on the Ebenezer staff!
+ The Big E is also looking for a bus driver, if one is so inclined and has not just the required skills and licensing, but patience, kindness, and a friendly face to greet youngsters in the morning hours. Give a ring to Mr. Jim at Ebenezer to find out more!

+ As mentioned, The 2025 Great Peoples Bank Pig Search is this Friday! 500 piggy banks will be hidden across the state (yes, state) near their branches, each with $10 cash and an insert that will give you all the details for a chance to win $1,000!
Plus, you get to keep a really cool pig, and a chance to cry "Whoop! Whoop! Whoop!" all the way home!

+ Temperatures will be below 80 today, making many a Northwesterner a touch more comfortable then they have been of late. This news also means we can go back to enjoying a large Edaleen Dairy soft serve cone without feeling like we're in an action movie where we need to eat the cone under 7 seconds before it melts down our arm and into a puddle on the ground, suffering the dreaded Ice Cream Headache in the process.
And if we find that Peoples Pig, that's a few cones to consume...

+ Wonderful Celebration of Life for Miss Harriet yesterday, with friends and family gathered, wonderful memories shared and many of the old time gospels ringing out as well as any choir in the country, just as she wanted! She will be missed but always loved!

+ One doesn't realize how many of those old hymns seemingly have 11 or so stanzas, nor fully appreciate the creativity with which the song writers of old could rhyme words. Just cut the word in half, change a letter or two, add an apostrophe, and viola! Stanza 12, starting with the men this time, please...

+ As usual, we recommend getting yourself a Lynden Tribune for real news, by trained reporters, who also happen to be able to spell and use grammar as intended, whereas in these posts, the proper use of the English language is seemingly only an obstacle to be overcome and pummeled in the process.
And yes, like a great story in the Tribune, even more than that 12th stanza, sometime much more, YOU are loved!

08/26/2025

IT'S A TUESDAY, and we've already been doing math in the really early a.m.'s, without the aid of coffee bean squezin's, so the dim light of intelligence barely flickering in the vast empty cave of our mind is already running lower then usual, so we will try to avoid any logo or other branding changes at this time, and keep this short.
As the school year begins, Lynden Christian School will be holding their convocation at 9 a.m. at the LC High School Stadium, a wonderful service to which the community invited, either in person or online at https://www.youtube.com/live/ylS-90PoHs8
We wish all our local educational institutions and their teams of professionals a great school year, and pray all students will be prepared mentally and physically for the sometimes rigorous demands of the coming school year.
We also hope they get a few snow days in there, but we'll keep that to ourselves.

We'll be taking some time away today to say "Good bye for now" to Miss Harriet, as she has been called to her eternal home, and while we mourn the loss of a cousin who did like to keep us smiling and happy with a tasty touch with the Old Country, sharing her well-buttered and gouda covered roggebrood, "een goed begin van de dag", and mindful of our use of the Mother Tongue to "Let op je woorden, jongere", we celebrate a life well lived, and a legacy of faith and caring, of loving and being loved. Our condolences to the entire family, especially her children, grands and greats, to whom today we give our love without reservation, just as Harriet did for us.

Otherwise, God bless, have a great school year, and yes, just like Harriet, so are you!

08/25/2025

IT'S MONDAY IN L-TOWN!
To all our visitors, potential visitors, and stay at home vacationers, the The Lynden/Bellingham KOA Campground has some room left for the RV, maybe by the Paddleboat Pond, as does Oostema Farmstead, Lynden for those 18+ adventure seekers seeking a more quite and relaxing country experience!
And for those who prefer a cozy room with air conditioning and housekeeping, so be sure to check out The Inn at Lynden, and for those looking for a pool to wear down, uhm, we mean entertain the youngsters, give the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Lynden a ring and get your room today!

+ A reminder that Lynden Food Pavilion Farmer's Market, Safeway, and the mighty Grocery Outlet have the goodies to create a Labor Day Weekend tastebud extravaganza, with many delectable and money $aving $pecials on many items, including those for back-to-school

+ Lynden Dutch Bakery buns with a couple slices of ham, a generous amount of Appel Farms Cheese Gouda, a hint of butter and dijon brushed across the top and Mmmmmm... Het is erg lekker!

+ Bellewood Farms & Distillery apple harvest starts Labor Day weekend, August 30th, and every Wed-Sun, 9 am to 4 pm, thru October for the tastiest, most delicious and fresh apples one can get on this side of the Cascades!
Apples like this are the reason Oma canned applesauce, to keep that goodness for year-round goodness!

+ Canning supplies available at Lynden Ace Hardware and around the corner at the Fairway Center Lynden True Value, and at Third/ Depot and Main at CHS Northwest Farm & Home Stores, We done a little of the hot water bath canning, but we really hesitate taking on the pressure cooker due to an episode of either Gilligan's Island or Bewitched, we can't remember exactly.
All we remember is a whistling sound, and gauge needle buried to the right, and then, disaster!
Maybe, someday, but for now we'll leave it to others to advocate.

+ And if you happen to spot a teacher, teachers aid, bus driver, administrative team member, and anyone else involved in our youngsters educational experience at Overflow Taps, you know what to do. Best to give 'em some "atta boy's" early, as they will be earning it.

God bless, may the week ahead be a blessing in your life, and your life a blessing in the lives of others, AND, even more then fall-made applesauce enjoyed with delicious pork chops come January, YOU are loved!

08/24/2025

Time sure seems to fly, and while it's true that "back in the day" we had a bit more of a break in the summer between when school was done and a new school year started, this year that time out seemed to pass by quicker then usual, making for what seems like super short summer to relax, unwind, and a nap or two under the trees while a warm summer breeze blew across the face.
So, if you find yourself with the opportunity, and you haven't made plans already to go to the North County Christ the King 25th Anniversary Celebration, and even though for some like ourselves the thermometer is reaching the "Uncomfortable" range, take some time to relax.
Maybe a cruise up to Mount Baker, to see the beauty and majesty of God's creation.
Or head out Birch Bay way, to see the sea and God willing, have an ocean scented breeze to cool you down.
Lynden City Park is a great place to take off the socks and shoes, roll up the britches up, and give the tootsies a good soak in the creak, which by the way despite our better half's best efforts, we still unashamedly pronounce "crick", so you can add pronunciation to our poor use of spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Maybe your fortunate enough to have a tree under which one can pull up a lawn lounger in the shade, put on the sunglasses, get out a good but not captivating book, and lull slowly into closed eyes, tilled head and a good ol' fashioned Sunday nap.
Inside with the fan pointed on the couch works, too.
Regardless, summer for some is coming to close, not officially, but more dictated as too often happens by a calendar and a clock, running on the time line of others and not one of our own making. So take a little time to clear the mind, and if you're up to it and so inclined, offer up some thanks for the place we live, the people we live life with, having some time to do nothing, and yes, houses of worship that can celebrate 25 years and God willing, many, many more.
And all the people said....

08/23/2025

THE LYNDEN SATURDAY MORNING POST: Hot Good Bye
Today, we have a few things, the first of which is noting that it's going to be hotter then the jalapeño habanero pickle blueberry jelly Aunt Maude entered in the Fair a few weeks ago, the one you may have heard caused four aid calls and a closure of the Restroom A building for emergency repairs.
Yep, gonna be that hot.
Please be sure to stay hydrated, and it's a great day to shop Lynden as many of our fine service oriented retailers have the A/C set to "wonderful", and along with their tremendous range of products and services at very affordable prices, one can save some $$$ in their wallet for dinner out, such as Infusion Cuisine, or Marta's Cocina, or anywhere but inside the house.

But mostly we wanted to thank Mr. Steve Taylor, retiring Chief of Police of the City of Lynden (Thanks to the Lynden Tribune for the photo, and be sure to read their wonderful article on Chief Taylor for some great reporting) for his past few years of leadership and guidance of our police department and it's personal.
Mr. Taylor was not just our Top Cop, he was and is first and foremost a good person who instinctively does the right thing, treating all with the respect they deserve. His vast knowledge of the law, as besides being a Chief he is also an attorney, has immensely helped form a strong base on which the department he has led went against the grain a touch and was VERY proactive in not only responding to crimes that other municipalities were told not to bother with, but most importantly, enforcing the laws of our community in a consistent and fair manner. In fact, Chief made sure to reach out to some of our national brand retailers so the local management would know that in Lynden, the laws protecting their staff and their merchandise would and will be enforced.
As one "customer" noted, "People don't get arrested for this stuff anymore! What's going on?"
"Welcome to Lynden" was the reply.

Oh, and with that legal degree of his? Donated time to help with adoptions. And for a community with many adoptees and God willing many more to come, that's a VERY cool and noble thing.

So Chief Taylor, and the supportive Mrs. Chief Taylor as well, on behalf of a grateful business community, and many community members in general, thank you for your guidance, leadership, tenacity, honesty, creativity, and ability to B.S. with the best in the business, or coffee shop, as the case may be.
No, not donut (doughnut?) jokes here. Just a heartfelt "Thanks", and a wish for a lifetime of happiness, peace and love as your next chapter begins, and our gratitude for leaving us with a number of excellent trained-by-you candidates from which to choose to fill the seat you leave behind, but whom will never replace you.

But before you go, about that $300 ticket for illegally riding a scooter on the sidewalk at Edaleen Dairy on Grover. You have a favorite doughnut (donut?) by chance?

God bless, everyone enjoy the day regardless of the heat, Shop Lynden, and just as much as Chief and Mrs. Taylor, YOU are loved!

08/22/2025

SPF FRIDAY: It's a Hydrate and Sunscreen Kind of Day
First up, get out the calendar circling pen for a couple items of interest, starting with one of the great groups making a difference in the wonderful Lynden community and elsewhere in Whatcom County, Be the One, the mentoring group pairing adults with students who are seeking someone with life experience to talk to will be having their annual SeptemberFest Fundraiser at Samson Estates Winery on Saturday, September 13th from 3 to 7 p.m. Tickets:are $45 in advance, $50 at the door on event day.
For more information on auction items and sponsorship opportunities visit Betheonetoday.org/Septemberfest

+ Next on the September To-Do list, the Lynden Whiskey Event, a fundraising event for the Lynden Music Festival, will one again be held in downtown Lynden on September 6th, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., in beautiful downtown Lynden! Tickets available at Lyndenwhiskeyevent.com/tickets

+ Back to the heat, or hot, though we know there are a number of you think 90+ degrees is perfect, a reminder that the Lynden Library in nicely air conditioned in case the homestead is uncomfortable, opened today from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Please remember to stay hydrated, especially if working outdoors, and that Washington State Law requires that when temperatures are 90°F or hotter, requires workers to take additional paid, cool down rest periods of at least 10 minutes every 2 hours. Longer and more frequent breaks are indicated when temperatures continue to rise to 100°F.

+ Wissota Chophouse - Lynden has their wonderful patio area and one heck of a happy hour, for those so inclined, and enjoy the Nueske's Bacon Bleu Cheese Fries, and yes, we have tried the Wissota Dad's Root Beer Float, and after 3 times we have yet to find a flaw with it, though we'll keep checking and report back.

+ Mmmmmmmm..... Root Beer with ice cream. There has to be some breakfast nutritional value there, so we'll take one for the team and look for that, too.

God Bless, enjoy the weekend, stay hydrated, and even more than a root beer float on a warm summer evening, YOU are loved!

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