The Whatcom Art Market hosts Barb Atkins, yarn maven, demonstrating spinning yarn and other interesting threads on Saturday, October 5 from 11 to 2. Barb creates beautiful hats, scarves and other outerwear for your cooler weather comfort. Also see her creative “creatures” on display. The gallery is home to over 40 local artists of a variety of talents and is open daily from 10 to 6. An artist is always on site for your questions. 360-738-8564 whatcomartmariet.org