• Gifts of Music Spring Fundraiser

    Join Us for the Gifts of Music Spring Fundraiser at Stones Throw Brewery on May 19th from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. We bring music education to people who would not otherwise have access. In 2025 we brought music to over 60 teens in the Whatcom Juvenile Detention Center, and over 40 seniors in assisted living. This is an opportunity to learn more about our work, listen...

  • Roots & Rivers: A Benefit for RE Sources

    We invite you to Roots & Rivers, an evening fundraiser along the waterfront dedicated to protecting clean water across Northwest Washington. Hosted at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, this event brings together story, place, and local action. We are honored to welcome Healing Through Hope, Nooksack storytellers who generously share place-based stories passed down through generations. Through their storytelling, guests will journey through the landscapes that shape this...

  • Backpacking Basics with Her Backpacking Prep

    Interested in backpacking? Looking for other adults to backpack with? Taken a few trips but it's been a while? On Wednesday, May 20th at 7 PM, join Kate from Her Backpacking Prep for a free workshop on backpacking basics: skills, gear, and human connection. You'll walk away with a three step plan to get you on your first overnighter and hey, maybe a couple of new friends to come along. Registration...

  • Chasing Sunsets, Artist Reception with Andrea Kendall

    The Studio at Istari Creative hosts an artist's reception for Chasing Sunsets, new paintings by Andrea Kendall. Watercolor and mixed media on paper, atmospheric and layered work exploring light, landscape, and the magical line between day and night. Free and open to the public. Wine and conversation. The exhibition runs April 24 through June 26, 2026. Contact: david@istaricreative.com, istaricreative.com

  • Lummi Island Memorial Weekend Art Tour

    In addition to featured glass artist, Art Hohl, enjoy the work of over 30 artists and craftspeople showing at 14 locations around the island: paintings, drawings, prints, note cards, jewelry, photography, sculpture, woodwork, pottery, metalwork, stonework, quilts, clothing, knitwear and more! Maps are available at lummi-island.com or the Islander Store. Preview artists on Instagram at lummi.island.art.studio.tour and Facebook at Lummi Island Art Studio Tour. To get to...

  • Skagit Valley Farmers Market

    The Skagit Valley Farmers Market is a vibrant gathering place where local farmers, artisans, and food vendors come together to share the best of the region. With fresh produce, handcrafted goods, delicious food, and live music, the market creates a family-friendly, welcoming space that celebrates community, supports our farms and small businesses, and brings people together! We are located on the beautiful grounds of Christianson’s Nursery in...

  • Twin Sisters Mobile Market Kick-Off & Spring Fundraiser

    Join us Tuesday, May 26th (5 - 7:30pm) at El Sueñito Brewing in Bellingham for our annual Spring Fundraiser & Market Kick-Off Event! Come shop our mobile market truck for seasonal produce, local meats, salmon, jam, honey and more. Plus, bid on some awesome local prizes in our silent auction...

  • Shoestring Circus in Bellingham

    Shoestring Circus returns with a dreamlike, story-driven circus production that leans into absurdity, physical mastery, and unapologetic beauty. Guided by two counting sheep, the show explores the logic of dreams through aerial movement, acrobatics, and theatrical humor - performed by...

  • Birds of a Feather Bash

    Birds of a Feather Bash Friday May 29, 5-8:30pm (5-6pm VIP cocktail hour) Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 355 Harris Ave, Bellingham Join us for this feather raising, bird-themed celebration benefiting Wild Whatcom. Enjoy an unforgettable evening with music, light bites and drinks, ‘indoor bird watching,’ and community—all while supporting Wild Whatcom’s free nature programs and youth program scholarships. The night features an exciting...

  • Puzzle Hustle

    Join us for a night of fun where teams of up to four will have 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete the same 500-piece jigsaw puzzle — the three fastest teams win prizes! Pre-registration is required. $30 per team (maximum 4 people per team, only 1 member registers for the team) Website: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=puzzle%20hustle&viewMode=list