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2025 Summer of Fun Presented by WECU

Are you ready for warm weather and fun in Ferndale’s largest and most central park? There is something fun to do in Ferndale almost every weekend this summer, so get ready to eat, dance, and connect with your community at our Summer of Fun events in Pioneer Park!

This year, our Summer of Fun events are made possible in part by the generous support of WECU, our local credit union serving Whatcom County for over 80 years.2025 Summer of Fun presented by WECU

Friday, June 20th – Food Truck Friday with the Bellingham Circus Guild – 5:30 PM in Pioneer Village

Several local food trucks will be set up in Pioneer Village starting at 5:30 PM so you can grab a dinner from a variety of vendors, relax in the park, and enjoy free entertainment from the Bellingham Circus Guild!

Saturday, June 21st – Metalworks Skate Jam/Competition – 11 AM-2 PM at Metalworks Skate Park

Join the City and fellow skaters for International Go Skate Day! This event is open to all ages and is cohosted by Ferndale’s own Huli Boardshop, the Northwest Skate Collective, Unknown Board Shop, and WWS Boardshop. More details, including competition sign-ups, to be announced soon.

Friday, June 27th – Flicks in the Park – Moana 2 – 9:00 PM in Pioneer Village

Grab your blanket or comfortable camping chair and come on down to Pioneer Village when the sun goes down for a feature film. Movie starts a little after 9:00 PM when it gets dark enough to see the film. Free popcorn and soda available for attendees.

“Moana 2” reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.

Friday, July 11th – Flicks in the Park – The Wild Robot – 9:00 PM in Pioneer Village

Grab your blanket or comfortable camping chair and come on down to Pioneer Village when the sun goes down for a feature film. Movie starts a little after 9:00 PM when it gets dark enough to see the film. Free popcorn and soda available for attendees.

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island’s animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.

Friday, July 18th – Music in the Park with County Rose – 5:30 PM in Pioneer Village

Join the City for a live concert on the Pioneer Village Stage! Food Trucks will also be in attendance so come hungry and enjoy dinner with free entertainment.

County Rose is a seven piece band from Whatcom and Skagit County that began its musical journey in 2023. The Players bonded over a common appreciation of the vast library of music in the Country and Americana songbook. County Rose performs country standards from the 70’s – 90’s as well as a selection of modern Country and Americana hits and original compositions with the mission of putting on a dynamic, high-energy show that appeals to people of all ages.

Saturday, August 17th – Yoga in the Park with Flow Motion – 10 AM in Pioneer Village

Flow Motion, LLC will be hosting a free yoga class in Pioneer Village at 10:00 AM. Open to all ages who would be interested. This is the perfect thing to help you Namasta-y healthy and flexible! Please bring your own mat and water bottle.

Friday, August 22nd – Food Truck Friday – 5:30 PM in Pioneer Village

Several local food trucks will be set up in Pioneer Village starting at 5:30 PM so you can grab a dinner from a variety of vendors, relax in the park, and connect with community.

As always, our events are free and open to the public. For questions about our events, contact Megan Juenemann at 360-685-2353 or meganjuenemann@cityofferndale.org or visit www.cityofferndale.org/summeroffun2025

May 20, 2025

City Email Compromised

ATTENTION:

Some City of Ferndale emails have been compromised and we are working diligently with our IT provider to resolve the issue. If you receive an email from the City of Ferndale with a link asking you to access the City’s “Portal,” please do not click the link. Know that the City will never send out links without prior communication. If you receive an email from the City and are unsure if it is valid, do not hesitate to call City Hall at (360) 384-4302. We apologize for the inconvenience.

 

Below is an example of a compromised email

 

February 20, 2025

City Offices Closed on February 17th

City Offices will be closed on Monday, February 17th in observance of Presidents Day. The regularly scheduled City Council Meeting will instead be held on Tuesday, February 18th.
As always, emergency services can be reached by dialing 9-1-1. City Offices will be open again on Tuesday, February 18th for regular business hours.
City Offices will be closed on Monday, February 17th in observance of Presidents Day. The regularly scheduled City Council Meeting will instead be held on Tuesday, February 18th. As always, emergency services can be reached by dialing 9-1-1. City Offices will be open again on Tuesday, February 18th for regular business hours.
February 12, 2025

City Phones – Wednesday, February 5

Updated Wednesday, February 5th at 11:40 a.m.

City phones are back up and working. Thank you for your patience.

Wednesday, February 5th at 10:25 a.m.
The City is experiencing a connectivity issue that is impacting all city phones. We are working diligently to resolve the issue and the City will post an update as soon as the problem is fixed. Emergency services are still available by dialing 9-1-1.

thank you for your patience

February 5, 2025

Snow Preparation for City Roads – January 31st

With snow in the forecast, it’s time to start thinking of winter safety. When it comes to driving, that means: be prepared and slow down. The City of Ferndale Public Works Department, which is responsible for city street maintenance, prepares for snow and ice and monitors winter weather conditions around the clock. If there is a snow event this weekend, the city will follow standard procedure to keep our priority routes clear so emergency services can move throughout the city. Here’s how you can help:

🚫 Stay off the roads if you can.
⚠️ Go slow. If you must drive, give yourself plenty of space and take it slow. It will be slippery, especially as things freeze and refreeze overnight.
🚗 If you are parked on the street, please move your car so our snow plows (Golden Eagle, Plowtallica, SanderYacht, and Jam On) can safely navigate your street.

For more information about keeping safe during snowy weather and to view the City’s snow priority routes, visit: www.cityofferndale.org/snow

January 31, 2025

2025 Comprehensive Plan Update – Envisioning Ferndale with the City and WWU Open House

The City of Ferndale, with the support of Western Washington University’s Urban Planning Studio, invite the Ferndale community to come share your ideas and insights for Ferndale’s future. Join us on Thursday, February 13th from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Pioneer Pavilion Community Center (2007 Cherry Street).
Visit https://bit.ly/EnvisioningFerndale for more information on the City’s partnership with WWU.
City of Ferndale and Western Washington University hosting an open house to discuss growth in Ferndale on Thursday, February 13 from 5-7 p.m. at Pioneer Pavilion Community Center.
January 17, 2025

Water Main Flushing Starting January 15th

City crews will be conducting their annual water main flush starting this week and is anticipated to be completed by early April. Work will typically take place between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekdays. Water main flushing cleans the mains of mineral deposits that build up naturally inside pipe walls. This is an important part of maintaining our water infrastructure and provides a cleaner, more reliable water supply to your home or business.

While the flush program is taking place, the City will do everything possible to minimize any negative influence on the water system. It is not uncommon for the flushing activity to cause temporary discoloration of the water. If the water in your residence is discolored, run a cold water tap in the bathtub for a few minutes and this should clear the lines in your house. Water customers should not wash white clothes or use their hot water taps when crews are flushing in their area as mineral deposits may stain white laundry.

For more information or questions, please contact Ferndale Public Works at (360) 685-2379.water main flushing

January 15, 2025

City Offices Closed on January 20th

City Offices will be closed on Monday, January 20th, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. City Offices will be open again for regular business hours on Tuesday, January 21st, 2025.

The regularly scheduled City Council Meeting will instead be held on Tuesday, January 21st, 2025.

As always, please dial 9-1-1 for emergencies.

City Offices Closed on January 20, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

January 13, 2025