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SUMMARY:Skagit Symphony: Stranger Strings
DESCRIPTION:Skagit Symphony: Stranger Strings\n7:30pm Saturday\, Nov 1\, 2025\nMcIntyre Hall\, Mount Vernon WA \nSkagit Symphony’s 46th Season steps into the bold and brilliant world of Cult Classical – a season where timeless masterpieces take center stage!\nSkagit Symphony weaves fantasies of magic carpets and Sinbad’s tempest-tossed ship at sea with the orchestral showpiece\, Scheherazade\, and a spooky Night on Bald Mountain. Jill Whitman enchants with Arturo Marquez’s harp concerto\, Mascaras (“Masks”).\nFor More info email info@skagitsymphony.com or call the symphony office at 360-848-9336\nTo Purchase tickets\, visit this link https://purchase.mcintyrehall.org/EventAvailability?EventId=11001\nor Call the Ticketing box office at 360-416-7727
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/skagit-symphony-stranger-strings/
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SUMMARY:BMC Matinee Program: Art song\, grand opera and Broadway
DESCRIPTION:Bellingham Music Club brings together artists of incomparable talent: soprano Heather Dudenbostel will be joined by baritone/pianist Mark Davies\, sopranos Ibidunni Ojikutu and Celeste Fraser\, as well as pianist Emily Gantt in a vocal extravaganza!\nThe repertoire includes an English adaptation by Isaiah Bell of Poulenc’s one-woman opera La voix humaine; selections from Ricky Ian Gordon’s Autumn Valentine\, and favorite opera arias by Mozart\, Dvořák\, and Cilea. The concert will end with a song from the musical The Bridges of Madison County.\nJoin us for a matinee concert on Wednesday\, November 5\, at 10:30am\, at Trinity Lutheran Church\, 119 Texas St. in Bellingham. Free\, open to all\, and family-friendly. This is BMC’s gift to the community!\nA longer program is on Friday\, Nov 7\, 7:30pm at First Congregational Church. To learn more about these concerts and the rest of the BMC season\, visit https://bellinghammusicclub.org/
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SUMMARY:First Friday Concert Series with Swil Kanim

DESCRIPTION:First Friday Concert Series\nwith Swil Kanim\nFriday\, November 7\, 2025\n7–8:30 PM\nWildflower Funeral Concepts\n5706 4th Ave\nFerndale
WA\nFree Admission \nWildflower Funeral Concepts is proud to announce the relaunch of a Whatcom County tradition: the First Friday Concert Series with Swil Kanim\, beginning Friday\, November 7\, 2025\, from 7–8:30 PM. Attendees can expect soul-stirring music and stories from Swil Kanim\, along with performances by local musicians\, poets\, storytellers\, and other regional artists. \nThis free evening of storytelling and music will take place at Wildflower’s warm and welcoming event venue in Ferndale\, a space perfectly suited for intimate performances. The First Friday Concert Series will continue monthly\, with future dates scheduled for December\, January\, and beyond. \nThe series revives Whatcom County’s beloved First Fridays tradition\, which began nearly 30 years ago at the now-legendary Stuart’s Coffee House. “Nearly 30 years ago\, I got my start telling stories at First Fridays with Swil Kanim\,” says Brian Flowers\, owner of Wildflower Funeral Concepts. “Swil Kanim was a generous host then\, and he still is now. I’m thrilled to bring this tradition back\, and to welcome the community into our space for something creative\, uplifting\, and deeply human.” Flowers\, who is also a performing storyteller\, will share a few stories of his own. \nWildflower Funeral Concepts offers an unexpectedly ideal setting for live music: bright\, intimate\, and acoustically beautiful. “If you’ve never been to Wildflower\,” Flowers adds\, “this is a wonderful chance to visit. And if you have\, I’d love for you to see this new side of what our space can be.” \nFor more information contact Wildflower Funeral Concepts at: (360) 526-7829 \nEvent website:\nhttps://www.wildflowerfuneralconcepts.com/ \nEvent Press Release: https://www.wildflowerfuneralconcepts.com/post/first-friday-concerts-with-swil-kanim-coming-to-wildflower \nMore about Swil Kanim: https://www.swilkanim.com/
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/first-friday-concert-series-with-swil-kanim/
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SUMMARY:Gifts of Music Benefit Concert
DESCRIPTION:Gifts of Music NW is a 501c3 non-profit with the mission of confidence through music. We work with people who wouldn’t normally have access to music education\, including at-risk youth and seniors. \nThis November 20th\, at 6:30 pm at the Firehouse Events Center we are holding a benefit concert to raise money for the organization. These funds will allow us to teach music more regularly at the Whatcom Juvenile Detention center and to pay for our overhead costs. \nWe will have two amazing duos performing. Jenner Fox and Jeremy Elliot are Bellingham based but they tour internationally. Jenner built his reputation on poignant and humorous storytelling with a voice that carries equal measures of vulnerability and conviction. Grammy-nominated producer Cookie Marenco praised his debut album\, writing: “Jenner combines the lyricism of Joni Mitchell and the commentary of Neil Young to represent the next generation of singer-songwriters.” Jenner will be joined by his friend and incredible guitarist\, Jeremy Elliot\, who is a multi-genre spanning guitarist and producer. \nCasuandra May and James are a local duo with musical roots on Dry Bayou Road south of Rolling Fork in the heart of the Mississippi Delta. They bring the needed warmth of southern blues to our town\, and also explore other genres with a theatrical flair and a commanding sound that beckons you deeper into their world. \nCome out and hear some great music and support a great cause! \nGet tickets at https://GiftsofMusicNW.eventbrite.com
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/gifts-of-music-benefit-concert/
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SUMMARY:"Bang for Your Buck!" Timpani Fundraising Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join the Music Ministry of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church for our “Bang for Your Buck!” fundraising concert — Friday\, November 21st @ 7pm. Northwest percussion titans Patrick Roulet and Gunnar Folsom present an evening of thrilling music; proceeds support the purchase of a timpani for the church. Come back at Easter to hear our new drums in action! Tickets $25 adult/$15 student. https://music-stpauls.org/events
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/bang-for-your-buck-timpani-fundraising-concert/
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SUMMARY:The Light of Hope Returning
DESCRIPTION:Join Vox Pacifica under conductor Wendy Bloom for a multimedia celebration of winter through Appalachia and gospel influenced carols on December 5th\, 7 pm and December 6th\, 3 pm at First Congregational Church on 2401 Cornwall Ave\, $25 and youth 21 and under $15. View our website voxpacifica.org for more information.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/the-light-of-hope-returning/
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SUMMARY:The Light of Hope Returning
DESCRIPTION:Join Vox Pacifica under conductor Wendy Bloom for a multimedia celebration of winter through Appalachia and gospel influenced carols on December 5th\, 7 pm and December 6th\, 3 pm at First Congregational Church on 2401 Cornwall Ave\, $25 and youth 21 and under $15. View our website voxpacifica.org for more information.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/the-light-of-hope-returning-2/
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SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season: An Evening of Holiday Music
DESCRIPTION:For Immediate Release – October 27\, 2025 \nBellingham\, WA–The third annual FREE community concert CELEBRATE THE SEASON: An Evening of Holiday Music will be held on Sunday\, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church\, 1720 Harris Avenue & 18th Street in Bellingham’s historic Fairhaven district.\nThe planning committee is pleased to offer a free\, one-hour holiday event as a community service. The concert will be a fun\, musical program to kick-off the season that is appropriate for children and people of all ages.\nThe program will feature a variety of vocal and instrumental holiday music volunteered by noted local performing groups\, many returning for the second and third time. These include the renowned Vox Pacifica women’s choir; Bellingham High School’s talented Showstoppers; One Accord\, Bellingham’s melodious a capella group; Bellingham High School’s striking String Ensemble (returning with audience-favorite Edelweiss); and a special dramatic reading of “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.” The audience is encouraged to join in singing many favorite seasonal songs.\nHoliday cookies and hot cider/coffee will follow the hour-long program in the community room. Financial support is provided by Thrivent.\nMore Celebrate the Season concert information is available at www.oursavioursbham.org (that’s with a u) or (360) 733-6749.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/celebrate-the-season-an-evening-of-holiday-music/
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SUMMARY:Shining Night
DESCRIPTION:Bellingham Community Chorus presents Shining Night\, Moments of Peace and Wonder. This is a family-friendly event. Tickets are $20; children 12 and under free.\nTickets online at www.bellinghamcommunitychorus.org\nOr at the door
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/shining-night/
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SUMMARY:Shining Night\, Moments of Peace and Wonder
DESCRIPTION:Family-friendly event. 70-member\, non-audition chorus is performing seasonal music. The audience will have a chance to join in.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/shining-night-moments-of-peace-and-wonder/
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SUMMARY:Funk The Halls: A Holiday Sould Session ft. North Sound Soul
DESCRIPTION:Event Page: https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/funk-the-halls-a-holiday-soul-session-2025-12-13-the-blue-room-bellingham-042311 \nGet ready to move your feet and feel the funk as the Blue Room presents ‘Funk the Halls: A Holiday Soul Session’ featuring the Bellingham-based band North Sound Soul. This high energy performance will put a horn-driven\, soulful spin on holiday music by blending festive favorites with the classic signature songs that make up the band’s own unique sound. Come celebrate community\, togetherness and holiday spirit by grabbing your friends/family and find your rhythm this holiday season with a heartwarming evening of soulful classics and funky\, holiday favorites. \nFeaturing: \nEstablished in 2021\, North Sound Soul is a 9-piece soul/funk/rock band comprised of savvy veterans of the Bellingham music scene. The band features a high-energy horn section\, dynamic rhythm section and is fronted by a tag-team duo of powerhouse vocalists. \nIn addition to private shows and events\, North Sound Soul has been a featured performer at numerous festivals and venues including Downtown Sounds in Bellingham\, Fairhaven Ski-to-Sea Festival\, Boundary Bay Brewery\, Boulevard Park Summer Concert Series\, Brews Blues and BBQ\, The Blue Room and April Brews Day\, to name a few. \nTheir material will take you on a journey from early soul standards by Otis Redding\, Wilson Pickett and Sam & Dave thru 70’s funk cuts by Aretha Franklin\, Al Green and Stevie Wonder culminating in the classic horn-focused tracks by Chicago and Tower of Power.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/funk-the-halls-a-holiday-sould-session-ft-north-sound-soul/
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SUMMARY:Skagit Symphony presents- Winter Is Coming
DESCRIPTION:7:30pm\, Saturday\, Dec 13\, 2025 \nMcIntyre Hall\n2501 E College Way\, Mount Vernon WA 98273 \n“Winter is Coming\,” and we are ready to welcome the season with the holiday classic\, “Twas the Night Before Christmas” with an orchestral twist\, a Christmas sing-along\, and many other delights of the season. Sophia Chou returns to the Skagit Valley to perform Scriabin’s undeniably passionate concerto for piano and orchestra.\nFor Tickets visit mcintyrehall.org or call the box office at 360-416-7727\nFor more info\, visit skagitsymphony.com \, email info@skagitsymphony.com or call the symphony office at 360-848-9336
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/skagit-symphony-presents-winter-is-coming/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260107T230000
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SUMMARY:Open Jam!
DESCRIPTION:A FREE Open Mic Style Jam Session \nWe are so back!! \nFormerly known as Jam:30\, Blue Room’s open mic style jam session returns \nAdditional information: \nOpen Jam is a free form instrumental/vocal jam session with signups by instrument. It is a casual environment to practice your skills and meet new people. If you don’t play an instrument – simply sit back and enjoy the show! \nBlue Room provides a drumset\, piano\, electric guitar\, and various auxiliary percussion instruments. We encourage everyone to bring an instrument of their own! \nAdmission is free! Signups begin at 7pm and jamming starts closer to 8pm
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/open-jam-3/
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SUMMARY:Blue Room Presents | Haveyouseenthiswoman\, Sweet Illusion\, Sunday Lemonade
DESCRIPTION:A live rock show featuring: \nHave you seen this woman?\nA four piece alternative rock band from Bellingham\, Washington \nSweet Illusion is a Bellingham based blues pop group. They’re 60% ginger but full of soul. With songs inspired by the joys and sorrows of everyday life\, they will fill your night with lively songs drawing inspiration from classic rock\, funk\, and soul. Fronted by powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Jacqueline Stefanoff\, their songs explore themes of love\, identity\, and the human experience in a chaotic world. Their music is as lively as it is contemplative\, a groovy invitation to allow you to feel deeply and dance freely. \nSunday Lemonade
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/blue-room-presents-haveyouseenthiswoman-sweet-illusion-sunday-lemonade/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260114T230000
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SUMMARY:Super Smash LIVE
DESCRIPTION:Play in casual games or a tournament with a LIVE soundtrack from Super Smash Bros provided by The Fifth! \nWith setups for Smash\, Ultimate and Melee – Extra Controllers will be provided \nFeaturing\nThe Fifth – A jazz\, funk and fusion band from Bellingham Washington playing the Super Smash soundtrack LIVE for the first time!
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/super-smash-live/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260116T230000
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SUMMARY:Blue Room Presents | Third Space\, Escapade\, Sonitus
DESCRIPTION:A live rock show featuring:\nThird Space\nEscapade\nSonitus
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/blue-room-presents-third-space-escapade-sonitus/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260122T220000
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SUMMARY:Sami Braman\, Allison De Groot\, and Quin Bachand
DESCRIPTION:Bellingham Folk Festival Presents:\nJoin us in welcoming the 2026 Folk Festival with a seated listening concert featuring a debut performance from this stunning new trio! \nWelcome to the 2026 edition and the 12th annual Bellingham Folk Festival! \nFeaturing \nLaurel Bliss and John Clark  7-7:45 pm \nLaurel Bliss and John Clark have been making music together in their home in Bellingham since 1986.  Whether playing Old Time and Cajun music with the Happy Valley Sluggers or singing old Country and Bluegrass gems from their songbooks\, they are having a beautiful musical life. \nSami Braman\, Allison De Groot\, and Quinn Bachand 8-9 pm \nSami Braman has been playing the fiddle since she was 6 years old\, coming up amid the music festivals and jamming communities of the Pacific Northwest’s vibrant traditional Old-Time music scene. A member of The Onlies and a frequent collaborator with Willie Watson\, she has performed and taught at festivals like Fiddle Tunes\, MerleFest\, Green Mountain Bluegrass Festival\, and Pickathon. Sami and Willie just wrapped up a run opening up for Alison Krauss and Union Station on their Summer 2025 Arcadia tour. She’s a tune-writer and honored to present a new project of original and traditional tunes joined by Allison De Groot and Quinn Bachand. Allison de Groot’s banjo playing; simultaneously spacious\, detailed and intensely rhythmic\, has earned her awards from the JUNOs\, Americana Music Award\, Canadian Folk Music Awards and most recently the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo. She tours consistently with fiddler Tatiana Hargreaves\, percussive dancer Nic Gareiss and the Transatlantic Sessions House Band led by Jerry Douglas. Quinn Bachand is a versatile guitarist whose distinctive playing blend’s genres from Celtic traditional to jazz. This unique artistry has earned him accolades including Grammy nomination and has led to collaborations with acclaimed musicians such as Sami Braman and Allison de Groot.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/sami-braman-allison-de-groot-and-quin-bachand/
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SUMMARY:Benny Sidelinger with an opening set from Jeffrey Scott Mack
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 2026 edition and the 12th annual Bellingham Folk Festival! \nThe lights dim\, and the room fades. A band hovers on stage right\, but on the stage it’s just Benny now. The ancient banjo begins to hum\, then sing\, then rip. With fingers moving impossibly fast\, the music begins to vibrate and glow. Transitioning to another song he picks up a homemade and road-worn guitar. The slower\, heartfelt ballad written for his first daughter is almost a relief. Subtly\, the rest of the band adds layers to the sound one at a time. Benny’s voice rings out\, adding to the echoes of all the acts that have graced this stage. There is distance in that voice\, and you can hear the miles and miles of road in the guitar\, vibrating like smooth highways passing under weary tires. \nFeaturing: \nJeffrey Scott Mack is a Singer-Songwriter from Bellingham WA. His musical landscapes land somewhere between the dark\, evergreen forests of Washington State and the cobble stone riverbanks of the Midwest. He draws inspiration from the mundane moments that unite us all.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/benny-sidelinger-with-an-opening-set-from-jeffrey-scott-mack/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260124T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260105T234954Z
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SUMMARY:Tradwife Stringband: Old Time Ingenues
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 2026 edition and the 12th annual Bellingham Folk Festival! \nIndulge in a respite from our troublesome\, wearisome\, modernsome world with the Tradwife stringband! \nFeaturing \nTradwife stringband is a quintet of biological women and Moose\, traveling the country with some traditional old time music and values.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/tradwife-stringband-old-time-ingenues/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260125T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260125T144500
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20251229T213553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T213553Z
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SUMMARY:Skagit Symphony - Family Concert and Children’s Music Fair
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, Jan 25\, 2026\nMcIntyre Hall 2501 E College Way \, Mount Vernon WA\n12:30 Sensory Friendly Access Only\n1:00pm Children’s Music Fair\n2:00pm Concert\nBring your family on a journey to the mountains! Hear Caroline Shaw’s glorious and colorful orchestral adaptation of the beloved book\, “The Mountain that Loved a Bird\,” narrated by local poet Sati Mookherjee. We’ll tip-toe through the Hall of the Mountain King\, hoping to escape A Night on Bald Mountain. In the hour before the concert begins\, enjoy the hands-on experiences our Children’s Music Fair has to offer. (Sensory friendly only enter at 12:30pm)
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/skagit-symphony-family-concert-and-childrens-music-fair/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260105T234957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T234957Z
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SUMMARY:Femme in Folk V2 ft. Zaia\, Wyatt and Willow
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 2026 edition and the 12th annual Bellingham Folk Festival! \nFor the final show of the 2026 Folk Festival we will be bringing back our Femme in Folk show from last year\, which features local\, iconic female folk performers! Join us to celebrate them and their music in the final show of the festival. \nFeaturing: \nZaia\, Wyatt & Willow is the collaborative project of three Bellingham songwriters Zaia Grace\, Hannah Wyatt\, and Claire Willow. Influenced by artists like “I’m With Her” and “Waxahatchee”\, their performance weaves fiddle & cello with enchanting three part harmonies\, transporting audiences with their original songs inspired by myth & folklore\, love & loss\, and finding one’s place on this wild earth. \nLolo Wawa \nLauren is twenty five\, writes songs and sings them with her friends! She currently leads the Bellingham based band Bellflower and also performs solo under the name Lolo Wawa.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/femme-in-folk-v2-ft-zaia-wyatt-and-willow/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260131T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260131T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20251105T175952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T175952Z
UID:47587-1769886000-1769900400@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:SOVRN.STH Session 1: Veronica North
DESCRIPTION:Live music\, live art\, and community – benefiting Northwest Skate Collective\nEvent Page: https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/sovrn-sth-session-1-veronica-north-2026-01-31-the-blue-room-bellingham-0f14cc \nSovereign Soirées presents the launch of SOVRN.STH (Sovereign South)\, a new concert and art series celebrating collaboration\, accessibility\, and community impact. \nSOVRN.STH Session 1 features a live\, intimate performance by Veronica North\, whose blend of heartfelt lyricism and indie-pop charm creates an experience that feels both raw and cinematic. Known for her emotional storytelling and captivating stage presence\, Veronica’s stripped-down set will highlight the vulnerability and power behind her music – offering an authentic connection between artist and audience. \nEnjoy live painting by Sierra James\, the artist behind SieArts\, whose work celebrates movement\, connection\, and the beauty of imperfection through layers of color and texture. As she paints live throughout the evening\, guests can also explore a curated exhibit of SieArts originals – a collection of vibrant pieces that merge the organic and emotional\, mirroring the rhythm of the night. \nA portion of proceeds – plus optional donations at checkout – will benefit the Northwest Skate Collective\, a local nonprofit leading the effort to build a state-of-the-art waterfront skatepark in Bellingham. The City of Bellingham has already committed $1.95 million toward the project’s $3 million goal\, with community fundraising underway to close the gap and begin construction in 2027. Your support helps create an inclusive\, world-class space for skaters of all ages and abilities. \nAll Ages | Bar with ID | ADA Accessible
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/sovrn-sth-session-1-veronica-north/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260204T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260105T234918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T234918Z
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SUMMARY:Open Jam!
DESCRIPTION:A FREE Open Mic Style Jam Session \nWe are so back!! \nFormerly known as Jam:30\, Blue Room’s open mic style jam session returns \nAdditional information: \nOpen Jam is a free form instrumental/vocal jam session with signups by instrument. It is a casual environment to practice your skills and meet new people. If you don’t play an instrument – simply sit back and enjoy the show! \nBlue Room provides a drumset\, piano\, electric guitar\, and various auxiliary percussion instruments. We encourage everyone to bring an instrument of their own! \nAdmission is free! Signups begin at 7pm and jamming starts closer to 8pm
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/open-jam-4/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260217T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260209T182847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T182847Z
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SUMMARY:Everything Changes and That's OK Tour - Cherub & LCN!
DESCRIPTION:Electro indie duo Cherub bring their high energy live show to Bellingham on Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026 at Wild Buffalo House Of Music. Hailing from Nashville\, Tennessee\, Cherub is best known for their breakout hit “Doses & Mimosas\,” along with a catalog of infectious\, genre blending tracks that fuse electronic\, indie\, and pop influences. \nSupporting the night is LCN!\, a Filipino indie singer\, songwriter\, and recording artist from Seattle. Signed to 88rising\, LCN!’s music blends indie pop\, alternative rock\, and electronic elements\, earning him recognition as one of the Pacific Northwest’s rising voices. LCN! has toured across North America and opened for artists including Car\, The Garden\, Henry Morris\, and Pity Party (Girls Club).
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/everything-changes-and-thats-ok-tour-cherub-lcn/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260227T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260105T235000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T235000Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Room Presents | SOULFIRE with the Sam Harris Band
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of smooth grooves and fiery soul at The Blue Room! \nThe evening begins with the Samuel Harris Band\, a refined four-piece delivering velvety jazz that sets the perfect mood. Then\, turn up the heat with Soul Fire\, a 70’s era powerhouse of brass-backed soul\, R&B\, and jazzy rock that’ll have you grooving in your seat. It’s where sophistication meets celebration — a night CLASSY as a craft cocktail and as FUN as the encore you’ll beg for. Dance the night away to an unforgettable blend of style & rhythm at The Blue Room. \nFeaturing \nSoul Fire is a newly formed Brass-backed 70’s band\, bringing the best 70’s vibes! Soul/funk/jazzy-rock tunes from Chicago\, Commodores\, Wings\, George Benson\, Tower of Power\, Earth Wind &Fire\, Pablo Cruise and more… Come dance to the SMOOTH side of the 70′! \nThe Sam Harris Band has become representative of the burgeoning jazz scene in Western Washington amongst the 18-30 year old demographic and can be found mostly in Seattle focusing on jazz/fusion originals and their unique covers of standard jazz tunes!
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/blue-room-presents-soulfire-with-the-sam-harris-band/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260228T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260209T182819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T182819Z
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SUMMARY:Fundraiser for What com & Skagit Immigrant Families
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy music by Hannah Wyatt\, Bad Posture Club\, and Cascade Cody with Jan Peters. All funds raised will be redistributed directly to local immigrant families in need of funds to cover rent\, food\, immigration lawyers\, and supplies for infants and children.\nWe celebrate what is good by sharing it.\nCof& at 1209 Cornwall Ave\, Bellingham\nDoors at 6:00\nMusic from 7-9:30\n$5-$25 sliding scale at the door\, cash or Venmo.\nReach out to badpostureclub@gmail.com with questions.\nwww.badpostureclub.net
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/fundraiser-for-what-com-skagit-immigrant-families/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260311T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260105T234922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T234922Z
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SUMMARY:Open Jam!
DESCRIPTION:A FREE Open Mic Style Jam Session \nWe are so back!! \nFormerly known as Jam:30\, Blue Room’s open mic style jam session returns \nAdditional information: \nOpen Jam is a free form instrumental/vocal jam session with signups by instrument. It is a casual environment to practice your skills and meet new people. If you don’t play an instrument – simply sit back and enjoy the show! \nBlue Room provides a drumset\, piano\, electric guitar\, and various auxiliary percussion instruments. We encourage everyone to bring an instrument of their own! \nAdmission is free! Signups begin at 7pm and jamming starts closer to 8pm
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/open-jam-5/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260404T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260323T155257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T155257Z
UID:48960-1775304000-1775332800@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Stones Throw Brewery's 10th Anniversary Block Party!
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate Stones Throw’s 10th year of business with a block party from 12-8pm on April 4th! Free\, Family Friendly\, with live music and food trucks. We hope to see you there! More information can be found at https://www.stonesthrowbrewery.com/st-events/10-year-anniversary-block-party
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/stones-throw-brewerys-10th-anniversary-block-party/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260306T223122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T223122Z
UID:48773-1778355000-1778421600@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Chorale Spring 2026 Concert
DESCRIPTION:Skagit Valley Chorale Presents\, “Celebrating in Song.”\nHappy 250th Birthday\, USA!\nwith the North Cascades Concert Band.\nSaturday\, May 9th at 7:30pm\nSunday\, May 10th at 2pm \nCelebrating In Song
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/skagit-valley-chorale-spring-2026-concert/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T175955
CREATED:20260407T213919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T213919Z
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Cocnert
DESCRIPTION:Mother’s Day Concert at Meerkerk Gardens\, Sunday May 10\, noon – 4 3531 Meerkerk Lane\, Greenbank\, WA. 3 great bands. Gorgeous rhododendron gardens. $15 admission\, children under 13 enter free. Dogs on leash welcome. Bring your own chair. free parking. Details at www.meerkerkgardens.org/events-overview
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/mothers-day-cocnert/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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