The Neighborhood Playhouse Presents Good Night Moon

In the great, green room…

You know the story, but this is the musical!  Catchy songs performed by a live musician, charming choreography, a colorful set that makes you feel like you’ve walked into Clement Hurd’s memorable picture book, and a wonderful cast will make you want to come back night after night before going to bed.  “A true celebration of one of the most iconic children’s books of all time”*.  Watch as Bunny’s room magically comes alive as “the old lady quietly whispering hush!” tries to put everyone to bed.   In the end, Bunny dances and sings her way to sweet dreams.  Suitable for all ages.

Cast includes Elizabeth Overstreet, Danyale Tamminga, Lizzi Jackson, William Johnson and Taylor Sundstrom with accompaniment by Michelle Tamir.  Special appearance by The Tooth Fairy’s helper!

Below are the performance times:

 Saturday, May 5^th at 2:00. This performance is a pay what you can performance in hopes that families that can not usually attend due to finances can come to our events.

 Sunday May 6^th at 2:00

Friday, May 11^th at 7:00 (First 12 people in pj’s get a cupcake donated by Katie’s Cupcakes!)

 Sat., May 12^th at 2:00* and 5:00

Sunday, May 13^th (Mother’s Day) at 2:00

Tickets are $10 general and $5 for students. Available at both Community Food Co-ops, Piper Music on Meridian, Village Books and at the door.

Visit www.theneighborhoodplayhouse.net for ticket information.

Performances are at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave in Fairhaven

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If you are not familiar with the Northern Heights areas you will love this location convenient to shopping and walking distance to both an elementary and high school.  There is even extra parking at the home for a boat or an RV! 

To schedule a private tour of 1316 Ethan Ct feel free to call The Johnson Team Real Estate at 1-888-713-3056 or email us at Info@JohnsonTeamRealEstate.com if this listing is not quite what your looking for feel free to visit http://search.johnsonteamrealestate.com to search the whole MLS for a listing that fits your needs!

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If you have been looking for the perfect mid-country location only minutes from Bellingham then 1411 E Smith Rd could be the perfect fit for you.  To get there, take the Hannegan North to the East Smith. Turn right headed East on the East Smith going past Market Rd on your left & just past Murieal on your left – 1411 E Smith is on your right.

Imagine if you dare, woods to explore, a pasture for horses, a view of Mt Baker, a large shop with external parking for all the toys in the world, fruit trees/garden space, squirrels for Fido to chase ¢entral to it all is a lovely remodeled 3 bedroom home with a totally new redo to include hardwood floors, carpet, paint & a sparkling kitchen & baths. You can quit imagining because it all exists on a level, sunny 5 acre parcel just minutes from town & at a super affordable price.

We Hope You Enjoy Your Home Tour of 1411 E Smith

If you would like a private tour of 1411 E Smith Rd , The Johnson Team can easily accomodate your schedule. If you’d care to call them at 360-303-2734 or toll free at 888-713-3056 they can arrange for your private showing. If you live out of the area or country and would like additional information about this wonderful property, The Johnson Team would be happy to send you a complete property package. Just give them a call or send them an email and you’ll receive the information immediately.

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The tulip festival runs from April 1st -31st weather, or as long as the flowers are still in bloom.  Many other activities also surround the festival from the Tulip Run to Whale Watching Tours leaving near by Anacortes, it’s sure to be a great trip and day for everyone! For complete information on the Tulip Festival you can visit the event office at 311 Kincaid St in Mt. Vernon, WA or by telephone at 360-428-5959. A special thanks to Steve and Nicole Gordon for the great shots of the tulip fields!

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For more information on Bellingham Real Estate or to search for homes in the Bellingham and Whatcom County area visit www.JohnsonTeamRealEstate.com, your one stop Bellingham real estate and community information resource!

The Community Energy Challenge is an energy saving pilot program made possible by a partnership of Sustainable Connections and the Opportunity Council’s Building  Performance Center. A home energy assessment is performed by the BPC’s technical staff and will help you find ways to lower your energy bills through energy efficient techniques and technology as well as address home comfort issues and cost effective energy efficient remodeling and construction ideas. An assessment costs only $195, $95 of which can be credited toward your recommended energy efficiency improvements.

Once your home assessment is complete your personal Home Energy Advisor will provide you with a home energy report documenting your home’s energy efficiency condition and a customized action plan to address your home’s issues. Once you have decided on the steps you need to take to improve your home the one stop energy shop will help connect you with contractors and financing resources to complete your goal of an energy efficient home.

To sign up for the Community Energy Challenge you can visit their website . The Sustainable Connections website has answers to frequently asked questions on the program and contact information to learn more! The program is especially interested in providing inspections for those livings in smaller Whatcom County communities such as Sumas, Everson, Blaine and Lynden, although all Whatcom County residents are welcome to sign up!

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The new rules do not ban incandescent bulbs outright, nor do they say we have to use compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs. But they do require manufacturers and wholesalers to meet new standards that force them to improve the efficiency of incandescent bulbs or replace them with bulbs using newer technologies.

The new standards phase in over the next two years, starting with the 100-watt incandescent bulbs. The Department of Energy assures us that the average household replacing 15 traditional 60-watt bulbs with the new alternatives can save over $50 a year on electricity – and have longer lasting bulbs. Here are three choices:

Halogen Incandescents. These offer a brightness and light quality closest to traditional bulbs and should last up to three times longer than old-style incandescents. But they only cut energy use by 25%. Estimated annual cost savings: $19.50.

Compact fluorescents (CFLs). These use 75% less energy and last up to ten times longer than traditional bulbs. Estimated annual cost savings: $54.

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs). These are the state of the art in low-energy lighting. They use 75%-80% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than old-style bulbs. They’re costly, but prices should drop as more come to market. Estimated annual cost savings: $57.

Thanks Sidney Stonecypher with People’s Bank Home Loan Center in Bellingham for the great article!

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 Things are looking up a bit in the Whatcom County Real Estate market.  Let’s look at some examples:

• March was up strongly over February in both units sold and prices in most areas of the county.  This is a typical spring occurance.  Bellingham sales increased 63%, average prices were up 15.8% and median price rose 7.2%.  Whatcom County sales increased 50%, average prices 18.5% and the median was up 11.2%.  All good.
• Compared to March of 2011, the numbers were a bit more mixed, but still not too bad.  While Bellingham sales numbers were down 4.6%, that will probably change with some late reporting.  Whatcom County sales overall were up 9.7 %.  Average sale prices in Bellingham were up 7% over last March, while the median dropped 4.6%.  All of Whatcom County saw averages up 6.3% and the median down 0.4%.  Indications are that the market is holding steady relative to a year ago, with changes being relatively minor in most areas.
• The first quarter relative to 2011 clearly showed the increased demand in areas outside Bellingham, with increases in number of homes sold from 15.0% in Blaine/Birch Bay to 51.7% in Lynden.  Bellingham sales were down 11.3% from the first 3 months of 2011.  Pricing was mixed, with the county as a whole, including Bellingham, down 4% in average prices and 6.3% in the median.

 So, to summarize, the shift of activity from Bellingham to the county seems to be continuing, prices have softened since a year ago, but are showing a bit more strength over the past 2 months.

 Sales numbers and prices are giving us some positive market indicators, and there are other factors worthy of attention. 

• Last month we noted the decline in the number of short sale and bank owned properties listed for sale.  That continued in March.

 

• Inventory levels are remaining extremely low.  As sales increase, there could be upward pressure on prices. Throughout the county, the average number of days a property is on the market before an accepted contract is down by 10.4% from last year, to 146 days.  23% are selling within 30 days, at almost 98% of list price. 
• While interest rates have bumped up a bit, they are still extremely low.

• The distribution of sales in Bellingham in March showed more strength in the ranges over $300,000.  While the past few months had 70+% of sales in the under $300,000 range, March was back to a more typical under $300,000 percentage of 58.1%.  That could be the result of move up buyers as well as more incoming population.

In summary, underlying conditions are supportive of a stronger market through the spring.

To read the complete article and view additional charts and graphs on the local Bellingham Real Estate Market visit The Johnson Team’s Real Estate Market Report

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Birch Bay had a pending ratio of 18%

The Lynden area in East Whatcom County has a pending ratio of 19%

The Sudden Valley pending ratio was 30%

The Ferndale pending ratio was 25%

If you would like to search for Real Estate in Bellingham and Whatcom County that is currently for sale visit The Johnson Team Real Estate’s Property Search Page to search.

To view a complete history of Whatcom County Pending Ratios or for other real estate statistics don’t hesitate to contact The Johnson Team at (360) 303-2734 or by email at Info@JohnsonTeamRealEstate.com

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For the first time in 5 years St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Saturday which means lots of activities going on in Bellingham and around Whatcom County this weekend. Whether you are looking for a family friendly activity or adult pub fare there is something going on for everyone!

Below is a list of some of the top activities around town this weekend

- Runnin’ O’ the Green sponsored by The Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department is a a 2.7 mile walk/run or a 5 mile run option. The event starts at 10 a.m. at a the Depot Market Square, at the corner of Railroad Avenue and Maple Street. For more information you can call  360-778-7000.

-  If you are looking for some all ages fun the third annual St. Pat’s Parade in honor of the Bellingham Police and Fire Department is an all ages affair with the parade loop winding through downtown Bellingham starting in the parking lot at the corner of East Maple and Cornwall Avenue and ending by the Depot Market Square. No entry fee is needed if you are not part of a band or a float. If you would like to dress up and participate in the parade you may arrive in the staging area between 10:30 and 11:30am.

- If adult activities are more your style Uisce Irish Pub located at 1319 Commercial St., opens at 11 a.m. and is featuring  live music from 2 p.m. to midnight for people 21 and older. 

- Boundary Bay Brewery and Bistro located at 1107 Railroad Ave  is hosting an all ages post-parade party with live music until 9pm in the Beer Garden. After 9pm only 21 and over will be allowed.

If you have an event you would like to add to our blog feel free to email us at Info@JohnsonTeamRealEstate.com

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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