About Bellingham's Fairhaven

Don't miss this great opportunity on Bike to Work & School Day to have fun and meet some great people in Bellingham. If you know anything about Bellingham, then you know we are a huge biking community with biking lanes on the roads as well as trails throughout the city for an easier commute. 2009 is the 12th annual event, so don't miss out.

You can check out the 20 Celebration Stations that will be set up to welcome you with prizes and yummy goodies for your morning commute to work or school. Also, during the day there will be different events going on, which you can check out on the Mt. Baker Bike Club website for details. I was just notified that the May issue of the Mt. Baker Bike Club newsletter has the complete schedule of events, plus other rides for you to check out and you can download current & past issues.

May 9th events include:

• Bicycle Scavenger Hunt and Pedal with Your Politician

May 15th events include:

• City Hall Tricycle Relay Race
• Boundary Bay Brewery Music & Fun
• Kid's Celebration with Mallards Ice Cream

Since May is Bicycle Month, you can also team up with a group of six and register to win cash and prizes by tracking your bicycle smart trips. The everybodyBIKE.com site will give you all the information that you need to participatein the Bellingham event, including a list of all the special events throughout the month. From maintenance classes to gear & confidence training, there is several opportunities to learn more about biking or just get involved in volunteering to help.

Perched above Boulevard on State Street the Cliff House Condominiums were built in 1977 and feature panoramic views of Bellingham Bay, Canadian Coastal Range and the city. There is nineteen residential units in this three story building with some units having private 2-car garages and others with carport style parking.

This complex is centrally located between Fairhaven and downtown Bellingham with the Cliff House Restaurant one block away. Western Washington University is just up the hill, where you can attend events at the Performing Arts Center or watch basketball at Carver Gym. The Bellingham Farmers Market is nearby as well as access to the Innerurban trail for biking or walking down to Boulevard Park.

There is currently one unit on the market for sale at $515,000. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath single level unit has level entry from the garage or front walkway and a spacious living room. The wall of windows in the living room feature expansive views of Bellingham Bay, marine activity and the spectacular fireworks display for the 4th of July celebration. This unit has been updated with interior paint, tile flooring, Hickory cabinetry and the double car garage features alot of built in storage cabinets.

In case you can't get enough of the views from the Cliff House Condominiums, watch for the incredible sunsets in the evening.

Located downtown in an urban setting the Morse Square Condominiums is in the heart of Bellingham. Constructed in 2005 this secure building features 82 residential units, 5 street level commercial spaces, street plaza with benches and an underground parking garage

The Bellingham Farmers Market, which runs April - October every Saturday is across the street and many other amenities to include restaurants, community co-op and various other shops/boutiques are within blocks. Western Washington University is within close proximity and the Interurban trail runs along the building which connects downtown Bellingham to the waterfront and Historic Fairhaven via Boulevard Park.

The Morse Square Condominiums currently has 3 units for sale and 1 unit under contract. The units are tastefully finished with stainless steel appliances, granite, gas fireplaces, crown molding, tile and balconies.

• $184,900; 2nd floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 656 square feet with city views
• $209,900; 4th floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 675 square feet with bay & city views
• $314,500; 2nd floor 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 912 square feet with bay & city views

One pending unit:

• $279,900; 5th floor 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 912 square feet with bay & city views

The Morse Square Condominiums is a great investment for students, working professionals, investors and any one that wants to live an urban lifestyle in a growing city.

The Third Annual Girls Night Out event in Historic Fairhaven is quickly approaching on Thursday evening, May 7th from 5 - 10pm.

Make plans to meet with your girlfriends, dress in pink and go out for a night on the town in Fairhaven. Many district business are participating and will treat you to games, beauty treatments, massages, drink and food specials along with a raffle and silent auction.

Be sure to pick up a free Passport and collect stamps from each store visited to enter in the big price drawings at the Pink Drink Party and Fashion Parade at the Fairhaven Pub. You need to visit at least 7 merchants with your passport in order to enter into the raffle for great gifts. The participating stores will have individual fun things happening at their stores so be on time and if you plan to have dinner make your reservation early.

• 5pm - Get your Passport at participating stores & stop by the silent auction in Finnegans Alley
• 6pm - Women sing for a cause
• 7pm - Models at assorted locations in Fairhaven
• 8pm - Silent Auction closes
• 8:15 - Pink Fashion Show at the Fairhaven Pub
• 9pm - Door prises at the Fairhaven Pub

Sponsored by the Old Fairhaven Association and ran by volunteer board members, this event raises funds for the St. Joseph's Cancer Research. Come on down to Historic Fairhaven and enjoy an evening for the cause!

Located in south Bellingham above Boulevard Park the Park Place Residences is a four unit contemporary condominium building constructed from concrete and glass with soaring ceilings and incredible views of Bellingham Bay and the Canadian Coastal Range. Unlike any other condominiums in Bellingham, this building is a one of a kind green built project.

Currently, two units are under contract and the other two are for sale at $895,000 and $950,000. The 3,000+ square foot units feature 2 bedroom, den, bonus room and an open great room concept conjoining the kitchen and living space. Bamboo wrapped steps lead from the mainfloor up to the mastersuite and family room featuring a fireplace, wetbar and deck. The floor to ceiling windows bring the outside in and depending on the unit the patio or deck gives addtional spacious outdoor living areas.

The Park Place Residences are situated in an excellent location between Historic Fairhaven and downtown Bellingham with the interurban trail & boardwalk right out side your door. So in either direction you have shops and restaurants nearby. The views of the marine activity abound from your windows and the music from the park during the summertime is just steps away.