Bellingham Alive

Bellingham Repertory Dance Summer Teen Intensive
2025-08-04 09:30 - 2025-08-08 03:30 (America/Denver) | WA
Join us for BRD’s summer teen intensive! Throughout the week, dancers will develop and hone new skills, train with students from other schools, and learn material from BRD’s professional repertory. Students will take a variety of contemporary dance classes and daily workshops, taught by BRD company dancers and alumni. At the end of the week, students will present their work in a conclusive showing open to family and friends on Friday, August 8 from 2:30-3:30 PM at Presence Studio.

First Time Homebuyer Class
2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:30
Join us and our guest Amy Baker to learn about first-time home buying on Tuesday, August 19th at Goods Local Brews (2620 Northwest Ave.) at 6 pm.
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, and we’re here to help make the process simple and stress-free! Join us for our First-Time Home Buyer Seminar, where we’ll break down everything you need to know—from understanding mortgages and down payment assistance programs to navigating the home-buying process with confidence. Whether you’re just starting to explore your options or ready to take the next step, this seminar will provide expert insights and practical advice to help you make informed decisions on your journey to homeownership.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/jt85wbc9

TangoLife Tango Classes
2025-09-03 18:30 - 2025-09-24 21:45
TANGOLIFE FALL CLASS SCHEDULE 2025
Every WEDNESDAY at The Majestic
1027 N Forest St, Bellingham
Beginning Tango class: 6:30-7:30 pm.
Intermediate Tango class: 7:30-8:30 pm
Cost: $10-15. Newcomers free first class in September.
Contact: Rebzebb@msn.com, 360-739-0685
Website: BellinghamTango.com

Financial Learning and Resiliency through Empowerment (FLARE)
2025-10-15 17:30 - 2025-12-10 19:30
Financial Learning and Resiliency through Empowerment (FLARE) is a FREE series of eight consecutive classes designed to increase awareness of behaviors and beliefs surrounding money. Topics discussed are goal setting, budgeting, credit, banking, identity theft and fraud. 💙💛 Virtual classes are held Wednesday evenings, 5:30-7:30pm, beginning 10/15. Register with the link below to receive a zoom link invitation. Class attendance for all 8 classes is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED! Everyone’s welcome! Hope to see you there!
FLARE Registration

Italian Cooking Class & Four Course Dinner
2025-10-21 17:30 - 21:00
🇮🇹 Make Pasta Like a Tuscan with Chef Marta Ciappi
Join us for an unforgettable hands-on Italian cooking experience with Chef Marta Ciappi of Siena, Italy. Learn authentic Tuscan pasta-making techniques while enjoying wine pairings from renowned Italian wineries — all in the elegant setting of Lairmont Manor.
📅 Dates: Monday, October 20 – Thursday, October 23
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Lairmont Manor, 405 Fieldston Rd, Bellingham, WA
📞 Contact: 360-223-6983 / amilesd72@gmail.com
🌐 Website/Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-pasta-like-a-tuscan-hands-on-cooking-class-with-chef-marta-ciappi-registration-1422940857409?sg=26277a5cc3a7ee8f916737badec56c765a2aeea25d5d46f4fdabc0f1b740da776f4a6965b2caf80fe0d7ecce564adebca56a0d2ebfb6b7f86d80e276b87ff9ef503b1010d1d7d50de7862ab5cf&aff=ebdsshios

Cream Puff Watercolor Workshop
2026-01-31 09:00 - 11:00
Learn some new watercolor skills while enjoying a drink & 2 cream puffs! All supplies & tasty treats provided. Taught by local artist Irene, of Chroma Rex, at Saltadena in downtown Bellingham
All skill levels welcome, and beginners encouraged! Open to adults & high schoolers.
$65/person, or register with a buddy for a $10 discount
Register here:
https://chromarex.com/products/watercolor-workshop-at-saltadena-bakery

Financial Learning and Resiliency Through Empowerment (FLARE)
2026-02-04 15:00 - 2026-03-25 17:00
Free In Person Financial Course! Want to learn more about money? How to make your dollar stretch? How to create a budget? Well this free course is for you! Come join us on Wednesdays at the WECU Education Center on 511 E. Holly Street, Downtown Bellingham, starting February 4th-March 25th from 3:00pm-5:00pm. Scan the QR code or visit www.oppco.org/flare-registration/ to register. Hope to see you there!!!

Live Online Gardening Green course begins April 2!
2026-04-02 18:00 - 19:30
Discover the secrets to vibrant, lower-maintenance, and environmentally friendly landscaping with WSU Whatcom County Extension’s Gardening Green courses.
The 5-session course begins April 2.
LIVE online via Zoom
Thursdays: 4/2, 4/9, 4/23, 4/30 from 6pm – 7:30 pm and on
Saturday 5/2 from 10 am to 12 pm
Cost: $56 for a soil test
You’ll learn how to:
• Cultivate healthy soils, and conserve water
• Reduce maintenance
• Create naturally beautiful gardens that are bird and pollinator friendly
• Help to keep our lakes and rivers clean
And you’ll get started on a customized landscaping plan!
Participants will receive a coupon from a local nursery!
To learn more and register go to: https://extension.wsu.edu/whatcom/nr/gardening-green/

Estate Planning Seminar
2026-06-05 10:30 - 11:30
Safe Harbor Legal Solutions presents an informative seminar covering the essentials of estate planning, including the key differences between wills & trusts & how each functions in protecting your family & assets. We’ll discuss probate, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, estate taxes, & strategies to preserve assets when facing long-term care needs. This is a practical, easy-to-understand presentation to empower families to plan with confidence. A general Q&A will follow.

Adulting: The Final Exam
2026-06-12 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-19 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-15 11:00 - 12:00

Ready, Set, Explore! Backpacking 101
2026-06-24 19:00 - 20:30
Part 1 of a three-part outdoor education series presented by Backcountry Essentials and North Cascades Institute
Thinking about heading into the backcountry this season? Join us for a fun, approachable introduction to backpacking. We’ll talk through gear, packing, trip planning, trail selection, and safety, with plenty of time for questions and conversation. Whether you’re preparing for your first overnight trip or looking to refresh your skills, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and get inspired for your next adventure.
Sign up here –https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ready-set-explore-backpacking-101-tickets-1991411824374
Continue the series:
• July 25th @ 7PM – Great Hikes in the North Cascades — Discover some of the region’s most rewarding trails and how to choose hikes that match your interests and experience.
• September 17th @ 7PM – Larch Madness: Where to Go — Learn where and when to find Washington’s iconic golden larch displays each fall.

Adulting: The Final Exam
2026-08-27 10:30 - 11:30
Safe Harbor Legal Solutions presents an informative seminar covering the essentials of estate planning, including the key differences between wills & trusts & how each functions in protecting your family & assets. We’ll discuss probate, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, estate taxes & strategies to preserve assets when facing long-term care needs. This is a practical, easy-to-understand presentation to empower families to plan with confidence. A general Q&A will follow.
