Bellingham Alive

23rd Annual Children's Art Walk
2023-05-05 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Downtown Bellingham, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
23rd Annual Children’s Art Walk
May 5, 2023 – 5pm to 8pm
We welcome all to stroll through downtown Bellingham and delight in the works of the younger art community! On Friday, May 5, Whatcom County students will proudly display their works of art during the 23rd annual Children’s Art Walk presented by Allied Arts of Whatcom County. On this night there will be a number of activities for kids and adults, music, and more to celebrate the arts in schools. Art will stay on display through the first two weeks in May in honor of the statewide Arts Education Month.
Please visit www.alliedarts.org for more information.

An Evening with Rainn Wilson
2023-05-05 19:00 | Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N Commercial St, Bellingham
RAINN WILSON at the Mount Baker Theatre
Tickets are on sale now at the Mount Baker Theatre for a special Booked at the Baker event. Rainn Wilson, star of TV’s ‘The Office’, will appear on Friday, May 5 at 7pm to present his new book, Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution. Each ticket comes with a copy of Soul Boom and Rainn Wilson will do a signing line for two hours after his presentation.
Doors open at 6pm.
Rainn Wilson is a three-time Emmy nominated actor best known for his role as Dwight Schrute on NBC’s “The Office”. Besides his many other comedic and dramatic roles on stage and screen, he is the co-founder of the media company SoulPancake and host of the docuseries “Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss”, coming early summer on Peacock. Rainn is the author of The Bassoon King: My Life in Art, Faith, and Idiocy, as well as the coauthor of SoulPancake: Chew on Life’s Big Questions, a New York Times bestseller. He lives in Oregon and California with a lot of animals, his wife and son.
For details and to purchase tickets, please visit mountbakertheatre.com.

Shrek the Musical
2023-05-05 19:30 - 22:00 | San Juan Community Theatre, 100 2nd Street N, Friday Harbor
San Juan Community Theatre presents Shrek the Musical based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig. Originally produced on Broadway by DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions.
100 2nd St, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-3210
www.sjctheatre.org
MAY 5 – MAY 21, 7:30 p.m. showtimes Thur-Fri-Sat, 2 p.m. matinees on Sundays.

Birchwood Garden Club's 30th Annual Plant Sale!!!
2023-05-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Bellingham Public Library, 210 Central Ave, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Birchwood Garden Club’s 30th annual plant sale will be held on Saturday, May 6th from 9 AM until noon in the lower level conference room of the Bellingham Public Library. We will have perennials, annuals, veggie starts, indoor plants, pots, books and choice selections from member’s gardens and more! Cash or check only please. Come early for best selection!
Proceeds from the sale benefit numerous community organizations including maintenance of the Whatcom Museum and Bellingham Public Library gardens and the Cornwall Rose Garden along with donations of gardening literature for children and adults at the library. The club also uses sale proceeds for grants in our community.
We will also have membership details available if you would like to join our fun garden club!
Bellingham Central Public Library, lower level conference room.
210 Central Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98225
The Birchwood Garden Club was chartered in 1931. Birchwood Garden Club membership is open to anyone in Whatcom or Skagit County. We will have membership details at our meetings, so be sure and pick up a brochure and join! You can visit our website at www.birchwoodgardenclub.org and also join us on Instagram and Facebook @ Birchwood Garden Club.

SKAGIT VALLEY CHORALE - CELEBRATING IN SONG 2023
2023-05-06 19:30 - 21:00 | McIntyre Hall, 2501 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273, United States
In a program celebrating the diverse roots and branches of choral music, the Skagit Valley Chorale will share rhythmic fun, beautiful harmonies and meaningful texts from around the globe. We look forward to featuring our guest accompanists, a quartet of string players, as we joyfully sing together for our appreciative audiences.
Tickets: $20-$30. mcintyrehall@skagit.edu – or (360) 416-7727

SKAGIT VALLEY CHORALE - CELEBRATING IN SONG 2023
2023-05-07 14:00 - 16:00 | McIntyre Hall, 2501 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273, United States
In a program celebrating the diverse roots of choral music, the Skagit Valley Chorale will share rhythmic fun, beautiful harmonies, and meaningful texts from around the globe. We look forward to featuring our guest accompanists, a quartet of string players, as we joyfully sing together for our appreciative audiences.
Tickets: $20-30, mcintyrehall@skagit.edu, or (360) 416-7727

MIND YOGA
2023-05-09 00:00 - 2023-05-11 00:00 | Heartful Retreats, 8480 Thompson Beach Rd, Anacortes, WA, 98221, United States
Stay & Travel Journeys To Inner Worlds Over 2-Days
Wellness retreats are a healthful way to bring body and mind back into alignment, and to recenter the seat of soul in the spirit of loving kindness. At Heartful Retreats, the focus is on exploring our many selves through friendship, writing and art making, good food, and mindful spirituality. Are you bumping into cynicism and fear, or are the gardens of possibility blooming for you? This mind yoga getaway offers a continuing practice of self-exploration and expression, and seeks to create inner balance that can be built on through a ‘rinse and repeat’ method for deeper learning & discovery. Small class, big impact – space is limited so book now. Specific info about this Retreat can be found at www.heartfulretreats.com/retreats or contact Yvette Neumann @360-510-9819.

24th Annual Camano Island Studio Tour
2023-05-12 10:00 - 2023-05-14 17:00, 2023-05-20 10:00 - 2023-05-21 17:00 | WA
The Camano Arts Association (CAA) will celebrate its 24th annual Camano Island Studio Tour this May with an expanded and diversified collection featuring more than two dozen artists on Camano Island and in Stanwood. This year’s Studio Tour will take place on Mother’s Day weekend May 12 – 14 with a special encore weekend on May 20 & 21. Studios will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visitors can access a list of participating artists, digital Tour Map, and downloadable guide on the Studio Tour website: Home | CamanoStudioTour2022
Twenty-four years ago, a small group of bold Camano Island artists opened their doors to browsing visitors and eager arts consumers with the Camano Island Studio Tour. Since then, the tour has grown consistently to include paintings in a variety of media: sculptures, textiles, ceramics, jewelry, leather and woodworking, as well as hand-blown and fused glass.
The CAA’s participating tour artists welcome serious art collectors, those new to the arts and everyone in between to appreciate and purchase their works.

Spring Wine Walk
2023-05-12 17:30 - 21:00 | Crown Plaza Lobby
https://www.downtownbellingham.com/wine-walk
Event is 21+ ID Required
Meander around 18 downtown shops as they host pop-up tasting rooms featuring a variety of regional wines. Attendees receive tasting tickets to redeem for the wines of their choice while retailers offer special deals.
Kick off Mother’s Day weekend by sipping and shopping local!
Backcountry Essentials
Bison Bookbinding & Letterpress
Black Noise Records
Brazen Shop + Studio
Circa Pottery
Fringe Boutique
Gold Comb Salon
Greenhouse
Ideal
Mo’s Parlor
MW Soapworks
NEKO Cat Cafe
Northwest Yarns
Sojourn
Spincycle Yarns
Third Planet
Wandering Oaks Fine Arts Gallery and Glass Studio
WinkWink
General Admission Check-In: Crown Plaza Lobby, 114 W Magnolia St., Bellingham

Jr. Ski to Sea
2023-05-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Mt. Baker Ski Area, Mt. Baker Highway, Deming, WA, 98244, United States
The Jr. Ski to Sea has been a beloved community event since its inception in the 1980’s. After a 3-year hiatus, Whatcom Events assumed ownership of the race and reinvented the course to mimic the Big Race. The Jr. Ski to Sea Race is a youth (Grades 3 – 12) relay race that consists of skiing or snowboarding, running, mountain biking, and kayaking. The first leg will commence at the Heather Meadows Base area at Mt. Baker Ski Area with a virtual handoff to the remaining three legs at Lake Padden.
Please contact us at jrrace@skitosea.com or visit our website for more info: https://skitosea.com/junior-ski-to-sea/
May 13, earliest race starts at 9 a.m.

May Fly Day
2023-05-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Heritage Flight Museum, 15053 Crosswind Drive, Burlington, WA, 98223, United States
The “sound of round” roars over Skagit Valley as Heritage Flight Museum showcases vintage military trainers from WWII onward at the May “Trainers Fly Day.” See and hear our historic fleet in action, enjoy Apollo 8 exhibits and kids activities, grab a meal at the Burlington Lions Club truck and enjoy a fun family day out at Skagit Regional Airport. Flying is subject to unexpected change; check heritageflight.org for the latest information or call at least one day ahead of the event: 360-424-5151 extension 107. Admission: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors, $5/Military and kids 5-17, FREE Members and kids under 5.

LIVE MUSIC: Puget Soundz
2023-05-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Triplehorn Brewery, Woodinville, WA
Special performance by Puget Soundz at Triplehorn Brewery (19510 144th Avenue NE Ste E6, Woodinville, WA 98072)
May 13th, 2023 6PM-9PM

Skagit Symphony Presents: Eyes on the Horizon
2023-05-13 19:30 - 21:00 | McIntyre Hall, 2501 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273, United States
Our 43rd classical concert season continues with a concert program originally intended to close out our first season with Maestro Wheatley. As we peer into the future, we see Mysterious Mountains, towering Blue Cathedrals, and a symphonic Rhapsody in Blue with guest artist Cristina Valdes.

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet at Hotel Bellwether
2023-05-14 09:00 - 15:00 | Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Gather with your loved ones and join us in the Lighthouse Grill on Sunday, May 14th from 9 am to 3 pm to celebrate Mother’s Day and enjoy a delicious Brunch Buffet. Our Executive Chef Marcello Mazzoleni and culinary team will be presenting the best of this season’s offerings with a lavish benedict & omelet bar, carving stations, local seafood display and artisan dessert bar.
Pricing:
General: *$75 per person
Seniors (65+): *$65 per person
Children Under 10: *$35 per person
Children 5 & Under: FREE
*Pricing does not include tax & 20% gratuity (automatically added to final bill)
Advance Reservations Required. Call our friendly Guest Services at (360) 392-3100. https://hotelbellwether.com/mothers-day-brunch-buffet/

Free admission day at The Whale Museum
2023-05-18 | The Whale Museum, 62 First St. N., Friday Harbor, WA, 98250, United States
We’re celebrating International Museum Day by offering free admission for all on May 18th. There will be a free museum tour at noon that day.
The Whale Museum, 62 First Street N., Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Learn more at whalemuseum.org
360-378-4710

Shoestring Circus
2023-05-19 19:00 - 2023-05-21 22:00, 2023-05-26 19:00 - 2023-05-29 22:00 | Shoestring Circus, Granary Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Join us under the big top tent for the kick off of Shoestring Circus!
Shoestring circus is an all-human spectacle featuring incredible circus talent. For more information about tickets and showtimes visit www.shoestringcircus.com!
Showtimes:
Friday, May 19th – 7pm
Saturday, May 20th – 1pm, 5pm, 8pm
Sunday, May 21st – 3pm and 6pm
Friday, May 26th – 7pm
Saturday, May 27th – 1pm, 5pm, 8pm
Sunday, May 28th – 3pm and 6pm
Monday, May 29th – 3pm and 6pm
Admission:
$15 – Child General seating (ages 12 and under)
$30 – Adult General seating
$45 – Front Row seating

The Jungle Book
2023-05-19 19:00 - 2023-06-19 21:00 | BAAY Theatre, 1059 N State St., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents “The Jungle Book”!
In this beloved classic, a human boy named Mowgli and his panther friend, Bagheera, are on the run in the deepest parts of the jungle. On their journey, they meet a wild cast of characters including a snake named Kaa, a herd of elephants, and a bear named Baloo.
For the first time ever, BAAY will hold four consecutive weekends with four different casts of their junior production, featuring students ages 9-12. You don’t want to miss out on all the fun! Performances of The Jungle Book run May 12 – June 4 at the BAAY Theatre. Tickets and more information at baay.org.
Dates/Times:
Friday, May 12 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 13 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 14 at 2:00 PM
Friday, May 19 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 20 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 21 at 2:00 PM
Friday, May 26 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 27 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 28 at 2:00 PM
Friday, June 2 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, June 3 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, June 4 at 2:00 PM
Tickets: $12
More info at baay.org!

Choir of the Salish Sea Presents Galbraith Mountain
2023-05-19 19:30 - 2023-05-20 15:00 | Fairhaven Village Green, 10th St and Mill Ave, Bellingham
Bellingham’s premiere tenor/bass choir presents a musical montage to a mountain bike and trail running mecca. The driving rhythms and lofty harmonies of their singing reflect the energy and camaraderie of the mountain that brings the world to Bellingham.
Songs include: Bicycle Race (Queen), White Winter Hymnal (Pentatonix), Here Comes the Sun (Beatles), Seven Bridges Road (The Eagles) and songs from BRAVEHEART, CHARIOTS OF FIRE, LION KING, TARZAN and THE HOBBIT
Prizes from local bike and running shops and clubs to be raffled off at each concert. Ticket holders are automatically entered into the raffle. Must be present to win..
Two Performances:
7:30pm, Friday, May 19, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship
1207 Ellsworth Street, Bellingham
3pm, Saturday, May 20 Fairhaven Village Green
In case of rain, moving to 4pm at Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship
Tickets: $20 General/$10 Students from Brown Paper Tickets
For more information visit choirofthesalishsea.com
https://www.choirofthesalishsea.com/events/

Kulshan Chorus presents Considering Matthew Shepard
2023-05-20 19:30 - 21:30 | Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N Commercial St, Bellingham
“Considering Matthew Shepard” is a Grammy-nominated three-part oratorio composed by Craig Hella Johnson. The work is a powerful and compassionate musical response to the murder of Matthew Shepard. On October 6, 1998, University of Wyoming student Matthew Shepard was kidnapped, tied to a fence, beaten, and left to die, in what became one of America’s most notorious anti-gay hate crimes. Shepard’s murder ultimately led to the creation of the Matthew Shepard Foundation and provided a catalyst for legislation that expanded the definition of a hate crime to include sexual orientation.
This three-part fusion oratorio incorporates a variety of musical styles and a wide range of soulful texts by poets including Hildegard of Bingen and Rumi. Also included are passages from Matthew’s personal journal and writings from his parents Judy and Dennis Shepard. While parts might be triggering for some, this oratorio is ultimately an uplifting celebration of the power of light over darkness and love over fear.

ALCHEMY ME
2023-05-21 00:00 - 2023-05-25 00:00 | Heartful Retreats, 8480 Thompson Beach Rd, Anacortes, WA, 98221, United States
Stay & Explore With Our 5-Day Workshop On Self-Transformation
Wellness retreats are a healthful way to bring body and mind back into alignment, and to recenter the seat of soul in the spirit of loving kindness. At Heartful Retreats, the focus is on exploring our many selves through friendship, writing and art making, good food, and mindful spirituality. This retreat is for anyone looking to examine distinct blueprints for life – those personal, professional and spiritual selves that describe the material of who we are. What you will leave with is a finished set of keepsake materials, tools, & talismans, & a better understanding of where you are now and possibilities ahead. Small class, big impact – space is limited so book now. Specific info about this Retreat can be found at www.heartfulretreats.com/retreats or contact Yvette Neumann @360-510-9819.

Jami Templeton and Andy Langham
2023-05-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Jansen Art Center, 321 Front Street, Lynden, WA, 98264
Jami Templeton and Andy Langham will perform songs from Jami’s critically acclaimed debut jazz album “The Shape of My Heart”, which was produced and arranged by Andy. They will also offer some swinging selections from the Great American Songbook for a delightful and heartwarming evening of jazz.

Vox Pacifica: Ageless Wisdom
2023-05-25 19:00 - 2023-05-26 19:00 | First Congregational Church, Bellingham, WA
Join us May 25 & 26 at 7 pm to celebrate poetry spanning historical time periods about justice, compassion, sorrow and love set to beautiful musical compositions. Acoustical enjoyment in the beautiful First Congregational Church space is where we bring our community together to share a unique experience. Our tickets are available at voxpacifica.org, adults $20, youth 16 yrs and under, $10.

5-Course Paired Wine Dinner @Lombardi's with Alexandria Nicole
2023-05-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant, 21 Bellwether Way, Ste. 112, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
5-Course paired wine dinner with Alexandria Nicole Cellars
Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant
21 Bellwether Way, Ste 112
Bellingham, Washington 98225
360-714-8412
www.lombardisitalian.com
Friday, May 26th, 2023 6PM
$120 all inclusive of tax and gratuity
Featuring:
2021 Marsanne
2020 Petit Verdot
2020 Counoise
2019 Jet Black Syrah
2018 A2 Cabernet Sauvignon
Chef Andy’s Pairings
*Individual tables not provided, tables of 6-10 pp based on final guest list

Ski to Sea
2023-05-28 07:30 - 17:00 | Mount Baker Ski Area, Deming, WA, United States
That’s right, folks: Ski to Sea is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and the festivities are bound to be
memorable. This legendary relay race draws thousands
of participants each year, and in 2023, race organizers set
out to find teams from all 50 states. You won’t want to
miss the excitement as participating athletes take to the
slopes and sea this Memorial Day Weekend.

Ski to Sea
2023-05-28 07:30 - 19:30 | Mt. Baker Ski Area, Mt. Baker Highway, Deming, WA, 98244, United States
Ski to Sea is the original multisport relay race, from Mt. Baker to Bellingham Bay. Organize your team of 3-8 racers and join us on Memorial Day weekend and help us celebrate 50 years of racing! Teammates and spectators await finishing racers in Bellingham’s scenic Marine Park and can experience the Historic Fairhaven Festival, the all-day street party just up the hill.
Returning racers tell us their favorite parts of Ski to Sea are camaraderie and community. From organizing your team to training, racing, and trading stories at the finish line beer garden, Ski to Sea is all about teamwork. It is also about our incredible community of over 700 volunteers who work together to make this event unforgettable, year after year, since 1973.
Visit http://www.skitosea.com for more information.

Wine Dinner at Milano's!
2023-05-31 18:30 - 21:30 | WA
Join Sam and Nancy and their culinary team in celebrating authentic Italian cuisine during a special five-course / paired Wine Dinner evening!
WED 05-31-2023 at 6:30PM
Milano’s
1210 11th street, Bellingham, WA
(360) 599-2863 for reservations
LIMITED SEATING
$100 not including tax and tip
www.milanosrestaurantbar.com

Blast From the Past Sedro-Woolley
2023-06-02 12:00 - 2023-06-04 16:00 | WA
Live Music, Street Fair, Vendor Fair, Local Eats, Kids Activities, Carshow with Celebrity Appearances, Carriage Rides, a fun run, and more!
https://sedro-woolley.com/blast-from-the-past/

Summer Sips at Downtown Mount Vernon
2023-06-02 18:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Mt. Vernon, S. First Street, Mount Vernon
Join us Friday, June 2nd, from 6:00-8:30pm, with a VIP Happy Hour starting at 5:00 (limited tickets available). Enjoy in-store specials & events, wine, beer & cider tastes at select locations as we celebrate summer. Businesses stay open late with unique experiences for you & your friends!
Enjoy Washington Sips at local businesses & Pop-up Bottle Shop from 6:00-8:30pm. Taste fantastic craft beer, cider, and wine at participating locations, enjoy specials at your favorite downtown businesses, then visit our Pop-Up Bottle Shop and take a bottle or two home of your favorite sip to share at your next summer barbecue.
21+ ID required
Friday, June 2, 2023
6:00 PM 8:30 PM
Mount Vernon Downtown Association
South 1st Street
Mount Vernon, WA, 98273
