• May the 4th Be With You

    A super fun, hands-on Star Wars™ workshop! Use green screen magic to transport yourself to a galaxy far, far away, and bring your favorite scenes to life with stop-motion animation. Make spaceships zoom, droids dance, and lightsaber duels. Perfect for kids who love Star Wars™ and making...

  • Whatcom Literacy Council’s 30th Annual Trivia Bee

    Join us for an evening of fun, friendly competition, and community impact at the 30th Annual Whatcom Literacy Council Trivia Bee! Gather your team and test your knowledge across a wide range of trivia topics in this lively, interactive event. Teams will compete using a new trivia format this year, with answers submitted right from your phone—making gameplay fast-paced and engaging for all. Whether you’re a trivia pro or just in it for...

  • Whatcom in Food & Stories

    KMRE 88.3 FM is approaching its 20th anniversary! We're doing something special for our fundraiser this year: a one-night-only gathering designed to delight the senses and spark connection. Limited to just 100 guests, the evening promises a rich mix of locally crafted dishes, compelling storytelling, and a shared appreciation for the people and traditions that make Whatcom County...

  • Prototypes for Play | Rising Tide Speaker Series with the Zenga Bros

    Join Paper Whale for the return of the Rising Tide Speaker Series on May 8, featuring brothers Christian and Benny Zenga. Through their work in kinetic sculpture, they explore how experimentation, community, and hands-on making can transform space and perspective. Ease into the night...

  • JR Ski to Sea

    Do you have a young athlete (or a few!) between the ages of 8 and 18? The Jr Ski to Sea Race is...

  • Skagit Valley Chorale Spring 2026 Concert

    Skagit Valley Chorale Presents, "Celebrating in Song." Happy 250th Birthday, USA! with the North Cascades Concert Band. Saturday, May 9th at 7:30pm Sunday, May 10th at 2pm https://mcintyrehall.org/event/celebrating-in-song/

  • Mother’s Day Brunch

    Celebrate Mom with a delicious brunch in our majestic ballroom in the heart of downtown. Join us for a festive buffet featuring seasonal dishes, fresh pastries, live stations, and plenty of family-friendly options. Live music and a complimentary 'Mom-mosa' for all our wonderful Moms!

  • Community Boating Center

    "Mother’s day plans you don’t want to miss here at the Community Boating Center! Mini Mariners (9:30-11am): Enjoy some time with your little ones here on the Bay! Learn about the Salish Sea, enjoy a craft, and spend time on the shore! Group Paddle (2-5pm): Make memories on the water with mom! Kayak on the bay and soak...

  • Mother’s Day Cocnert

    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...

  • Mother’s Day Concert at Meerkerk Gardens

    Mother’s Day, Sunday May 10, is spectacular at Meerkerk Gardens, 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank. The rhododendrons are blooming in every color and nature’s beauty is on full display. Come walk the gardens and join us for fine music from local musicians on the Gazebo lawn from noon - 4. along with pie and beverages for purchase. Bring friends, children, and grandchildren, and enjoy a lovely day together. Bring your own chair. Parking is free. Dogs on leash...

  • Pop-Up All Voices Chorus

    Do you Love to Sing?! Come join our open Pop-Up Chorus, hosted by the Mount Baker Toppers, for 6 Tuesday practices starting May 12th, culminating in a June 20th concert performance on the Fairhaven Village Green. Learn fun A Cappella music from some...

  • Badminton Blitz

    Looking for a new, fast-paced indoor activity? Try Badminton Blitz – a fun twist on tournament play! Players rotate courts and play up to 4 games per week. For each game participants are paired up with a new member. Scores are tallied per player per game. At the end of the mini season a single champion will be crowned! All abilities are welcome. Two divisions to choose from! Pre-registration required. Website: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=badminton%20blitz&viewMode=list