Danielle Groeneweg

Danielle Groeneweg, Realtor®

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Parks in Whatcom County to help Beat the Heat

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I love that Summer FINALLY arrived! It’s suppose to 90* a few days this week and stay in the 80’s for a lot of next week. I’m not going to complain that it is too hot but it would be nice to know of a few parks to take the kids, dogs or just yourself to cool down this week if needed. Here are just a few parks in Whatcom County. If you know of any other hidden gems please let me know!

 

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City of Sumas Splash Pad!

The Splash Pad just got finished a couple weeks ago. It’s located on the corner of Sumas Ave & 3rd st. This park is open 9:00-9:00 all summer long. Check out the City of Sumas Facebook Page for updated details. Also it has been said it can be a bit slippery but sounds like the city is looking into this problem and should have it fixed soon.

 

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Lynden City Park

The Lynden City Park has a great playground surrounded by trees so you can soak up some shade. You can enjoy the Fish Trap Creek right alongside the playground if you are needing a cool down! This park is located at 8460 Depot Rd, Lynden. It is open 8:00 to dusk.

Want more info about this park as well as other parks in Lynden? Click Here.

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Bloedel Donovan Park in Bellingham

Bloedel Donovan has lots of ways to cool down! This park is located in the Silver Beach Neighborhood on Lake Whatcom. The address is 2214 Electric Avenue, Bellingham and the park opens early at 6:00 am until 10:00pm. If you are looking for a spot to bring your boat- here it is! The park also offers a lot of swimming & sandy beach options as well. If you want to see all the amenities & rules for Bloedel Donovan Park click here. 

 

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Lake Padden Park

Another gorgeous park with lots to do in Bellingham is Lake Padden. This park is located at 4882 Samish Way, Bellingham. It is open from 6:00am-10:00pm daily. You can bring boats here just not motorized ones. The park also has lots of walking/hiking trails, fishing options, dog parks & more. For a full listing of the amenities at this 745 acre park click here.

 

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Birch Bay State Park

Birch Bay State Park is located right along the ocean between Bellingham & Blaine. The address is 5105 Helweg Rd, Blaine. There is lots of exploring to do at this park! You will need a Discovery Pass (which they have pay stations available). Birch Bay is popular for crabbing, bird watching and there are lots of day shelters available for rent. For more details about this State Park click here. 

 

 

This is just a few of the local parks to get you started & hopefully help you enjoy this heat wave a bit more. Hopefully this will help get you outside & exploring our gorgeous county! We live in such a beautiful area that it is very easy to forget or take advantage of it. Enjoy & let me know where you end up going this week.

Lynden Comes Together with the Community Pantry

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I just wanted to put a spotlight on the Lynden Community Pantry which is run by Brenna Sebens and other volunteers. Brenna recently won the Silver Linings from Praise 106.5 for her efforts. You can read that full article here.

The Lynden Food Pantry has been a huge help for local families. They have a pantry off of Judson St in Lynden where families can pick up items or drop them off. The pantry is open 24 hours a day (even has a light inside). Drop off’s can be put on the porch. There is a cooler provided if needed. They just ask for no home made items at this time.

Here is a link to the Facebook Page if you would like more details. Click here. 

Thanks for everyone who helps out with the Lynden Community Pantry! I love how much our small Lynden community does for one another.

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Way Ministries Fundraiser

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Well the time is almost here for our 3rd Annual Ladies’ Night Out: New Way Ministries Fundraiser! It is next week, August 8th from 4-7 pm at the Verbree Party Barn! I’m so excited we were able to pull this event together for another year. The cost is $5 to get in, we will have raffle tickets when you purchase from the vendors for a chance to win a donated item and we will have some drinks & treats to snack on while you shop!

 

This year, we are focusing on the Mom’s at New Way with the requested Donation Items. Here is the list of the top 10 items:

1.       Gently used casual to professional current style clothing or handbags.

2.       Backpack for taking to school.

3.       Salon products (nicer hair, bath, nails, self-care items)

4.       Cozy throw blanket

5.       Grab and go protein bars for busy days

6.       Weekly/yearly planners

7.       Travel coffee mug

8.       Jesus Calling devotional (we try to give every mom this book)

9.       Workout wear or small workout equipment.  (shoes, yoga balls, dumbbells, pants and tops)

10.   And of course chocolate or coffee are always a treat!

 

 

Here is a link to New Way Ministries Amazon’s WishList.

 

I hope you are able to come next week! If you aren’t but would still like to donate. Please connect with me & we can arrange to get your items to New Way.

 

Northwest Raspberry Festival

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In the mood for some fresh berries & ice cream? Shopping lots of local vendors? Or watching some awesome 3on3 basketball? Make sure to check out one of Lynden’s greatest traditions this weekend! The Razz fest starts today & goes all day on Saturday as well! Front St gets shut down to make room for all the courts, food & car show!

Check out the Chamber Of Commerce Event here for the full details! I hope to see you there!!

Earth Day 2018

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Earth Day is coming up this Sunday April 22, 2018. It is suppose to be sunny! It feels like Spring might finally be here! I’m not sure what your usual Earth Day celebrations include- if you do anything! I know some people try to get some “Spring Cleaning” & recycling completed, others try to work out in the yard or garden or even just enjoy being outside! I just wanted to share a few events going on in Whatcom County over the weekend.

Here are some links to different activities:

Bellingham

Lydia Place

Earth Day Potting Party with NSEA

Bellingham Farmer’s Day Market

Or if you would like to see the full list of events in Whatcom County you can click here

 

I hope you all have a great weekend & start to Beer Week! Hopefully you are able to celebrate Earth Day on Sunday!

 

Lynden Home & Garden Show 2018

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Make sure to stop by the Lynden Home & Garden Show this weekend! Stop by at any of the tasting booths for beer, wine or cider and you will greeted by an AMAZING Bellwether Agent! This will be our second year of serving. It is such a fun weekend for us to see lots of familiar faces. This year there will be even be LIVE music on Saturday night in the Garden Area.

 

See you there!

Open House~ Seahawks Cooler Giveaway!!

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Join me for a Open House & Meet the Builder of this BRAND NEW Home!

7354 Alma Court, Ferndale, WA 98248

Saturday February 17, 2018 from 1:00-3:00pm

 

Just by coming to the open house you will be entered to win a Seahawks cooler filled with drinks & other Seahawks  gear valued at $150. Everkept Construction will be present as well to answer any questions you have about the home or building process. Hope to see you there!! Feel free to call me with any questions or if you need directions. My number is 360-483-6490.

WCAR Realtor of the Year Nomination!

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I just wanted to say THANK YOU for the nomination! I still have no idea who nominated me but I feel so very honored to be among all of the other Realtors & Affiliates on this list! Whatcom County is such a great community to live & work in. I love helping people find the perfect home here.

So, thanks again & I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas!!