Lynden Chamber of Commerce, 518 Front Street, Lynden, WA (2026)

06/13/2026

THE LYNDEN SATURDAY MORNING POST: ROUND DUEX
Our usual morning post seems to have disappeared quicker then an Edaleen Dairy ice cream cone in the hands of a toddler, or the first pot of coffee at the Dutch Treat Restaurant, but regardless of the analogy, apparently what we typed is no longer with us.
It was really good too, doggone it.
Oh well, we'll just find first gear and start over...

+ For sure the Lynden Tractor Trot and Loyal Order of Camels Fishing Derby have already begun, but around 8:30 this evening Coconut Kenny's is having their Lei'd Back Movie Night starting at 8:30 ish or so, another great Family Friendly & Affordable activity brought to you by members of the Lynden Chamber of Commerce!

+ Surroundings Home, Gifts and Garden at the Fairway Center Lynden have entered the final week of the retirement sale, with 50% off EVERYTHING!
Oops, seems we just had a few Dutchmen pass out in the back row from savings shock, so if somebody could wave a quarter under their nose to revive 'em, we would be grateful

+ Another reminder that we're in two-a-day weather for baskets, and 8 on 8's for the people. That's watering those gorgeous Vander Giessen Nursery Lynden-style flower baskets morning and late-evening when temps are over 82 degrees, and 8 ounces 8 times a day (or so) for people, to keep oneself hydrated and healthy when temperatures are up

+ Great day to hit De Wagen Wasserij to get the family cruiser clean and shiny for Sunday morning service, or just to see out of the windshield when one's driving into the sun

+ We were really glad to hear all people and animals at Grace Harbor Farms are safe after their unfortunate fire yesterday. Always a scary situation when the flames and smoke are rolling, and although there was some building and equipment damage, sounds like operations will continue

+ Speaking of dairy and such, circle the calendar for next Saturday and the Whatcom This Whey dairy farm tours. Here's the link for all the information on another great FREE family-friendly event! https://www.wadairy.org/whatcomthiswhey/
Great chance to tour places like Edaleen, Twin Brook Creamery and others to see how that milk and such really get to from the farm to your table

Seems for the second round we did ok, or at least got some information your way, so we hope your weekend is enjoyable, stay hydrated, check on those that need checking on, and remember that even more than ice cold chocolate cone on a warm spring day, YOU are loved!

06/12/2026

GOOD MORNING LYNDEN, IT'S FRIDAY! (And Facepages is working again)
Both activity and weather-wise it's looking like a wonderful weekend in Lynden, with the Lynden Tractor Trot for those walker -trotter -runners among us, and the 80+ year going strong Loyal Order of Camels Kid's Fishing Derby at Lynden City Park, and plenty of sunshine and blue skies for whatever folks to choose to do

+ Coconut Kenny's Lynden Lei'd Back Movie Nights have returned! Yes, that BIG white rectangle on the side of Lynden Food Pavilion Farmer's Market off of 19th Street?
Yes siree, that's a custom painted movie screen, and coming up on Saturday nights this summer, weather permitting, bring a lawn chair and enjoy a show, with a starting time of around 8:30ish
June Lineup:
June 13th: Super Mario Brothers (The Movie)
June 20th: Cars
June 27th: Despicable Me

Yes, one should probably get a bite to eat at Coconut Kenny's, especially those Cowabunga balls, but it isn't required to watch the motion picture, so here's a clap of our popcorn-buttered hands for Team Coco for the free entertainment for families in and around Lynden!

+ Now that the Farmers Day Parade is in the books for another year, and we must say we are thankful for the weather on that day, our attention is focused on The Official 2026 Northwest Raspberry Festival presented by WECU . As we often mention, we put "official" in the title to help be on the lookout for scammers leaching like soul-sucking demons off our event in an attempt to get your financial information, and give us a ring at the office before you send any information via the internets or chatty apps

+ The weather is going to be getting up there temperature wise, so if you are outdoors, be it for work or play, hydration is key to avoiding all sorts of issues. The aforementioned Lynden Food Pavilion Farmer's Market has one of the best beverage selections in the County, both of the "for everybody" and "21 and over" variety.
And for the record, we have never had a "kopstoop", which is a shot glass of the Dutch liquor Jenever, which is sort of a gin, with a mug of beer.
We did however once syphon diesel with our mouth to get a refrigerated trailer running, and we're thinking the flavor profile may be the same

+ PRO-TIP: Used the ol' "stuck like a broken record" analogy a few days ago and we got a blank stare back, so we went with "stuck like a podcast that didn't download" and that seemed to help

Enjoy your weekend, have some fun around town, and even a wee bit more than the outdoor pool at the The Lynden/Bellingham KOA Campground on a hot weekend, YOU are loved!

06/11/2026

TIME TO BREAK OUT THE SUMMER BROEKS!
The forecast seems to be holding for much warmer weather come the weekend, to the point the back of knees are likely to be sweating like a Dutchman watching pennies be tossed in a wishing well. Grocery Outlet has the soda, juice and water one needs to stay hydrated, and if you're heading out to get some ocean breezes from our friends at the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce, stop by Delta Country Market for a wonderful selection of ice cream bars and other frozen delectables that'll keep the body cool

+ For the record, we're the upper 70's, low 80's with a slight breeze types. Upper 80's and above, we tend to migrate towards cold iced drinks, sweat running into our eyes, and hearing the voice of Miss Rose in our head telling us months ago about LSM Heating, Plumbing, Electric - formerly Lynden Sheet Metal air conditioning installation

+ Overflow Taps, growler for at home or a pint or two on the patio. You make the call in downtown Lynden, conveniently located next to The Inn at Lynden , your boutique Lynden lodging experience!

+ We get above the 90's by much and we're just a constant stream of whining weather complaints, and at 100? We get very creative with our "Hotter then a..."

+ Cheeks got the cute summer wear in, with the red, white and blue trimmings that make for a stylish and comfortable look when the heat is on

+ Some of us will be needing to break out the SPF Hundy, as sunshine on the flesh has been lacking. If we recall correctly, check for sunscreen at Safeway, in those seasonal rows by the in-store Starbucks, though they keep changing up where what is located.
Except for the doughnuts (donuts?) are located. That always stays the same.
Priorities, baby!

+ For those who like the lagers and ales, and other hop-style juice, make a visit to the Northwood Market Beverage Cave. Great selection, great prices, and ice flippin' cold!

+ Best to check the pellet supply for the pellet grill, as indoor cooking may want to be avoided when the hot heat arrives. We suggest checking out the pellet selection at Fullner Food Service Contracting LLC. While it is correct that Mark, Johann and the crew are best known for supplying the quality equipment used by most of high-quality restaurants around Whatcom County, you can walk into their store at 309 Walnut Street and not only pick out pellets, but also get a wide range of quality kitchen utensils, glassware, flatware, cookware and the other wares to one needs for summer cooking, baking and eating.
And check out the BBQ seasonings while you're in there, great stuff!

That's enough for today, water the baskets and add a boost of fertilizer now rather than later, and even more than that cool blue skin stuff for sunburns come Monday, YOU are loved!

06/10/2026

WEDNESDAY WINNERS REPORTING FOR DUTY!
We're keeping an eye on the couple days of exceptionally warm weather being forecast by our friends at the US National Weather Service Seattle Washington, the prodigious prognosticators of weather warnings. Depending on your weather app preference, we're looking at anywhere from 87 F. to 92 F., which in our book totally justifies an outdoor cook with some Oostema Wagyu Beef, Lynden, straight from the farm to your grill!
Get your USDA inspected beef at 8402 Northwood Road, Lynden, and pick up a few extra pounds for this coming summer!

+ REMINDER: There will be over 60 basketball teams in town this weekend for a summer tournament at the Lynden Schools and Meridian School District 505 gymnasiums so it behoove our local restaurateurs to prepare for extra tummy in town!

+ There is still time to pre-register for the Lynden Tractor Trot happening this Saturday, with a 5k, 10k and Half Marathon to compete in. The Trot starts at Bender's Field Recreational Complex, with a start time of 7 a.m. Visit their Facepage for more information!

+ Congratulations and a "Well Done!" to Lynden Youth Sports for a very successful Hub De Jong /Jerry Smoot 51st Baseball Tournament, also held at the Bender complex. We believe there were around 60+ teams and an overflowing parking lot full of spectators! Thanks to the Hub Team for bringing folks to town with another well run tournament!

+ The Official 2026 Lynden Farmers Day Parade presented by Peoples Bank winners as selected by our Super Secret Panel of Parade Judges are:
Directors Choice: Shagren's Belgians/ Northwest Propane
Judges Choice: Lynden Grocery Outlet
Best Walking Entry: Dancing for Joy
Best Farm Entry: Brim Tractor
Best Commercial Entry: Pacific Growers
Best School Band: Ferndale High School
Best Horse Entry: Northwest Spotted Drafts
Best Youth Entry: Lynden Mini-Cheer
Best Float: Deming Logging Show
Best in Parade: Puget Sound Antique Tractor & Machinery Association

That's plenty of news for today, so please enjoy your Wednesday, get ready for some toasty weather, and remember, even more than a cool watering hole on a hot summer day, YOU are loved!

06/09/2026

IT'S TUESDAY, and it seems we'll soon climb, climb up sunshine mountain!
+ Alas, with the rain falling, Barbie's Berries Fairway and Hinote's Corner stands are closed today, but head out to the farm if want to U-Pick or are interested in jam flats.

+ School permission slip signers: As the school year comes to a close, don't forget the Lynden Skateway for summer entertainment and enough physical activity to give an assist in putting young minds to rest at bedtime

+ Reservations for the pool, we mean camping, might still be able to be made at the The Lynden/Bellingham KOA Campground for this coming weekend! Enjoy the ponds, the pool, the mini-golf and relaxing right here in L-town!

+ Next Up for the Lynden Chamber of Commerce is the Northwest Raspberry Festival, aka "Razz Fest", aka "The Razz". We highly recommend getting your 2026 Curt Maberry Memorial Classic 3-on-3, presented by the Muljat Group North application in now, before the price goes up after the early-bird special goes bye-bye!

+ With the sun dial turning up a notch to "HIGH", though not "BROIL", just a reminder to those new to the area that Lynden Ace Hardware and Fairway True Value are the places with fans and room-sized air conditioning units, if your in the market for such items of comfort.

+ Also both are great places to get a small plastic pool and a proper sprinkler to keep the youngsters head cool

+ Remember that come Friday, and especially if we get those warm northeast winds of summer coming over the mountains, two-a-day watering for flower baskets is a must, and get yourself some Captain Jack's Neem Oil, an organic spray for all types of plants, including flower baskets, to help prevent powdery mildew and aphids, both problems that seem ti get worse with humidity and heat.

+ The higher temperatures are also a great time for a Graze and Gather charcuterie board, especially on those days where a light yet tasty, non-oven related meal is called for

That seems like enough information for a showery Tuesday, so please enjoy the cooler temps, Shop Lynden, and a reminder that just like a root beer float on a sunny day, YOU are loved!

06/08/2026

Seems we got ourselves a bit out of sequence this past weekend.

Barbie's Berries has their Shuksan variety ready at the farm, and they’ll soon be coming to the stands. Shuksans are the variety that has deep red flesh all the way through the berry.That’s right—for those of you who’ve never had this super-flavorful, extra-delicious, top-notch King of the Crop strawberry, you’re about to have a culinary experience of taste-bud-busting proportions.

Now, the bluish-green container in the one photograph should have been overflowing with these delicious berries, not unlike the bucket of strawberries in the second photo.
But alas, the stars aligned and three events occurred that warped the timeline, so that perfect photo moment never happened.

1) Lynden Dutch Bakery shortcake happened.

2) Edaleen Dairy French Vanilla ice cream happened. (Yes, plain vanilla will do just fine, but in the interest of a boost of creamy, custardy overtones and a little international relations, French Vanilla is oh-so good with the Shuksans.)

3) Twin Brook Creamery whipped cream, made fresh with a hint of real vanilla extract and a dusting of confectioner’s sugar.
A dusting more… another shake or two of the wrist… one more…
Got it!

Please know that all this came together after The Official 2026 Lynden Farmers Day Parade presented by Peoples Bank, when the tummy was definitely rumbling like one of those tractors from the Puget Sound Antique Tractor and Machinery Assoc.. We came in the house, and there on the counter sat that big beautiful box of strawberries, just waiting to have a playdate with shortcake, ice cream, and whipped cream. The bowl and spoon seemed to be on board with the whole program, and yep…
Eatin’ happened.

Anyway, Barbie's Berries will have these wonders of the small-fruit world in the stands at Raspberry Ridge Golf Course & Grill at Hinote’s Corner (south of Marlin's Auto Service, the Rusty Wagont, Infusion Cuisine, and Lynden Anytime Fitness.
You’ll also find them in town at the Fairway Center Lynden, right in front of Marta’s Cocina and T-Mobile.
Clark's Berry Farm also has them at the processing plant, 632 Birch Bay Lynden Road, just west of town on the north side of the road.
These strawberries are simply devine, and if you let the berries sit for a bit after slicing and sugaring so they juice up a touch, then let that shortcake soak up some of that sweet berry goodness, with a scoop of custardy French Vanilla and a big plop of sweetened cream on top… well, you’ll forget to take pictures too, but you sure won’t forget how good they taste!

Update on parade winners tomorrow, next upper events is the Lynden Tractor Trot at Bender Fields, and the Loyal Order of Camels Kid's Fishing Derby at Lynden City Park, both on the 13th of June, and a reminder that even more than great berries and great ice cream, YOU are loved!

06/07/2026

ON THIS DRIZZLY SUNDAY MORNING, this three word phrase best expresses where we find ourselves this morning after another great celebration of our farming community.
We are very grateful, especially thankful and truly blessed to have the many sponsors, dozens of volunteers, hundreds of participants and thousands of spectators that come together on the first Saturday in June for the Farmers Day Parade.

So if you happen to see someone you know who was in the parade riding a float, or was helping as a volunteer, attempting again all odds to bring some understanding what a barricade is really for to drivers, or there is a company logo you recognize from the list of sponsors, please take a moment to say "Thank you!", not just for lending their time to be sure a community celebration happens, and happens well in our book, but that we honor the hard work, industrious spirit and unending perseverance of our our local farming community.

God is good, and you are loved

06/06/2026

THE LYNDEN SATURDAY MORNING POST: FARMERS DAY EDITION
Looks to sprinkles of rain on the ol' Doppler Radar this fine morning of The Official 2026 Lynden Farmers Day Parade presented by Peoples Bank, and not the shorts and sun weather we often enjoy this first Saturday in June, but as the show will go on regardless, please take a moment to read a few Farmers Day Parade Watching Tips

> MIND THE PARKING: As you come to town, or move around town, please be sure not to park in alleyways, block driveways or in lots marked "No Parking". We want everyone to enjoy the parade, and not have your car towed

> FOR THOSE NEW TO THE AREA: Rain or shine, we go with the Parade flow. Go with the rain coat if necessary, and if you're packing an umbrella, please stand to the rear, behind the non-umbrelled, so as to not block views, yet keeping yourself dry

> A reminder of the Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser at the Lynden Community/Senior Center, and that it is opening day at the Lynden Farmers Market located at 4th and Grover in Centennial Park

> MC Portables and Septic, LLP has brought their services to the streets, specifically 7th, 10th, B.C. Avenue, to compliment the public restrooms at 4th & Front and the Lynden Library facilities

> WE WOULD BE REMISS not to give our thanks to all who have entered the parade, including the 6 marching bands, gobs of tractors, the farm equipment dealers and everything in between!

> There are a few food vendors at the 7th Street parking lot on Front, just west of the The Newsroom Pub, including Lindsay's Crazy For Kettle Corn - Mobile Popcorn Factory, a great place for a pre-parade munchy, and please be sure that the trash you create is the trash you bring home

> TRAFFIC WILL BE TIGHT for a bit, but take the opportunity to smile, enjoy and wave with all the digits the Good Lord put on your hand. There's a number of folks coming to town, and remember that someone is being patient with you at the same time you're being patient with someone else

> AND AS A REMINDER...
* Visit the stores all around Lynden
* This is a great chance for the candy receivers to share their sugar-infused harvest with those around them AND to stay out of the roadway

* ALWAYS be respectful of our parade volunteers. They are trying to keep folks safe and the parade moving at the speed of tractor

* Enjoy!

God bless, we hope to see you at the Parade, and wherever you find yourself today, remember that YOU are loved!

06/05/2026

GOOD MORNING LYNDEN, IT'S FRIDAY!
Saturday being a bit of a busy day in town, we've prepared this handy little map for The Official 2026 Lynden Farmers Day Parade presented by Peoples Bank entrants and attendees, and some of the how's and why's of how all this is supposed to work.
First up, with the help our hearty cadre of early-rising volunteer stagers, some of the side streets on Front and Grover Street's will be barricaded between 6:15 and 7:00 a.m., so 4th Street to B.C. Avenue on Grover, 4th to 16th Street on Front.

Then it's Safety Meeting time at Rustlers Front Street Grill, where coffee, pancakes, pannekoeken, and important information are consumed in quantity. Then more coffee, thanks to Woods Coffee

At 7:30-ish, Front Street and Grover will be closed at 3rd, with Grover closing at B.C. Avenue, Front Street at 17th. Think of this area as the fenced field where we put the parade entry herd.
So please, no driving up to drop off riders, or bringing a jacket for Cousin Johnny, "Parade Entries Only" seems pretty clear, unless your riding through in the family cruiser, the area within the barricades are a no-go for the general public.

ALL PARADE ENTRIES WILL ENTER AT 17th and FRONT. That's when entrants will be told where to stage, and once those entrants get to where they need to be, entry numbers are handed out.

Please keep in mind that #11 doesn't necessarily stage at the location #10 or #12 do, so please, check in, and don't assume where you need to be.

Thanks to the members and staff at First Christian Reformed Church - Lynden, we DO try to get as many units with younger children in their Grover Street parking lot as possible, to keep wandering minds away from BIG moving equipment, but again, DO NOT ASSUME, check in with Mr. Colton and his elderly but semi-alert father at 17th and Front.

And speaking of youngsters, and most importantly, we need parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, guardians and next of kin to KEEP TRACK OF AND SUPERVISE THE CHILDREN IN YOUR CARE, PLEASE!

One item of concern is to please keep them behind the cone line, so they do not enter into the parade route.

Not generally speaking, not if little Billy and Susie feel like it, not whenever a parade unit comes by, or when it's convenient, please remind them to ALWAY STAY BEHIND THE CONE LINE!

We cannot even keep track of how many volunteer barricade watchers who have told us "We can't help you with that" because of the uncontrolled youngsters and negligent parents/ lack of supervision. We're doing our best to balance the safety of spectators, multi-ton moving equipment and parade participants, and those spectators who behave poorly.

We greatly appreciate your attendance at the Farmers Day Parade, patronizing our Lynden businesses for your goods and services, and your proactive assistance in keeping everyone from youngsters to oldsters and those in-between, and our volunteer crew safe and away from harm.

God bless, we hope to see you Saturday, and rain or shine, YOU are loved!

06/04/2026

2 MORE SLEEP UNTIL The Official 2026 Lynden Farmers Day Parade presented by Peoples Bank!
We need to start this Thursday screed with a BIG Lynden Chamber of Commerce "Thank You!" to some unseen contributors to the Farmers Day Parade, those being all the people living along Front Street and the adjoins side streets who get access limited and a bit of a disruption to their day as we start the parade staging process at 6 in the A.M.
Many have put up with our community shenanigans for decades, not just for Famers Day, but also for the Northwest Raspberry Festival and Northwest Lighted Christmas Parade.
So, to those of you sitting adjacent someone's home, please be cautious, careful and respectful of others property, take your trash with you, and no leaving your cows off leash

+ There's more folks then you think right now who believe we have problems with cows being off leash. Wait until they find out about what the hogs are up to...

+ A SUPER BIG THANK YOU to those early, early A.M. barricade putter-uppers and to the Rustlers Front Street Grill crew for hosting our safety meeting and our rumbly-tumbly's for breakfast!

+ Remember, most of the retailers downtown will be open before the parade, giving everyone a great opportunity to check out the new flooring samples at Lynden Paint & Flooring, some of the most wonderful recliners at Colony House Furniture, check out the arts and hand-made items at the Jansen Art Center, the summer red, white and blue themed prints at Cheeks, a coffee at Eucatastrophe Coffee and Used Books, those recipe books at Village Books & Paper Dreams in Lynden, and many of the other kind and caring merchants in downtown Lynden!

+ Also, one can keep lead the leash of your favorite Guernsey, Jersey or Holstein with hand, and a Lynden Dutch Bakery sweet treat in the other

+ Going to be busy around town as the Hub DeJong Jerry Smoot Youth Baseball Tournament takes place, so look for some traffic and parking challenges around Bender Fields, and it should be a busy weekend at the Bender Woods Coffee and the Fro-Yo shop. And if you happen to be on one of the 50-plus teams and are looking for a place to stay, Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Lynden has a warm pool and comfy beds on which to rest your tired head

+ A friendly reminder that if you bring your Draft Horse to run in the off leash park at Bender Fields, please pack your own pick-up bags. They don't have 'em in that size on site, and if not properly disposed off it can look a bit like the Bocce court to the youngsters, just sayin'

That's enough for today, a very solid number of entries for the parade this year, as usual, and the the weather seems to be at least more favorable than before, though regardless of rain or no, we'll at least get to see many of your shining and smiling faces!
See you all Saturday, and yes, you are loved!

Lynden Chamber of Commerce

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