Bellingham Alive

Blaine Art Studio Tour Gala
2022-04-29 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
The opening reception for the Art Tour in Blaine will be held at the beautiful Boating Center on Drayton Harbor. Meet and greet local artists & artisans, enjoy wine tasting, light refreshments and learn about the tour locations. 235 Marine Drive, Blaine on Friday, April 29, 5:00 – 7:00 pm. www.blainebythesea.com 360-332-4544

Introduction to Belly Dance
2022-04-30 00:00
Have you ever wanted to try belly dance? Join this beginner workshop to learn belly dance! This class will
teach posture, basic belly dance movements, and exciting shimmies! Along with the moves, instructor
Rachel will share some of the history, culture, and music of belly dance. No dance experience needed to have a wonderful time in this class! Class is open to everyone.
DAY/DATE: Saturday, April 30
TIME: 12:00-1:30 pm
AGES: All ages
LOCATION: Bloedel Donovan Community Building
COST: $35

Vendovi and Book of Shred Play at Paws!
2022-04-30 18:00 - 20:00
Get your tickets now for live music at Paws! Spring is here, the weather is warming up and we are here to have a great time with you and your dogs.
Vendovi and Book of Shred, two rock bands set to take the PNW by windstorm, will be performing 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, April 30th.
Vendovi has played multiple venues across Bellingham and the PNW including their most recent show at The Wild Buffalo.
Book of Shred was just featured in the One Giant Leap Showcase in Seattle.
You must have a Human + Dog or a Human Only ticket. Purchase tickets now at www.pawsforabeer.com/tickets. Tickets will be available for sale at the door as well.
Never been to Paws before? We ask that you bring your dog prior to the show date to introduce your pup to the space and evaluate whether its a good fit for your dog.
Food Truck: Simmering Tava
The concert is open to anyone 21+ and dogs 6 mo+.

Growing Your Own Medicine: Some Favorite Herbs to Grow and How to Use Them
2022-05-01 00:00
We will discuss how to grow and how to use some of my favorite garden medicinals. Come learn how to grow your own medicine!
Taught by Anna Derrer, Herbalist. $25 class fee includes handouts, recipes, and samples. Kindly pre-register by calling Living Earth Herbs (360) 734-3207 or by stopping in the shop!
For more information, check out our website at: www.livingearthherbs.com

Everett Philharmonic Orchestra Listener’s Choice Concert
2022-05-01 15:00
Please join the Everett Philharmonic Orchestra for our season finale Sunday, May 1 at 3pm in the Everett Civic Auditorium when Dr. Paul-Elliot Cobbs conducts two of Aaron Copland’s most popular works: Fanfare for the Common Man and Appalachian Spring, as well as additional works by Beethoven and American composer Wayne Barlow. This concert, graciously sponsored by Northwest LED Lighting, is our annual selection of audience favorites in the “Listener’s Choice” concert.
At the outset of the concert, Copland’s Fanfare for the Common Man gives a spine-tingling affirmation of the strength of the “Common Man” – much in evidence in our lives in these turbulent times. His beloved Appalachian Spring is a more comforting and joy-filled reminder of happy seasons that lie ahead of us. After intermission the Everett Phil’s principal oboist Laurie Swanson will be featured in American composer Wayne Barlow’s The Winter’s Passed. Barlow’s most enduring work is a neoclassical fantasy based on southern folk tunes inspired by a verse from the Songs of Solomon. We’ll end the afternoon and close out our season with Beethoven’s bright and cheery Symphony No. 6. In this pastoral symphony, we’ll join Beethoven on a walk in the countryside outside Vienna to a babbling brook and merry gathering, briefly interrupted by a thunderstorm before enjoying a shepherd’s song played in thanks for the warm sun of spring. Tickets on sale now for $10 – 25. Mask required for everyone in attendance. Please check our website for the most up-to-date COVID policies. For more info visit us at EverettPhil.org, email info@everettphil.org, subscribe to our FaceBook page or call (425) 585-8975.

Puget Sound LYS Tour
2022-05-11 00:00 - 2022-05-15 00:00
Founded in 2006 by a few shop owners who liked to party, the first Puget Sound LYS Tour included 12 shops. With our region well known for quality yarn shops, the Tour quickly grew in size. In addition to being the first of it’s kind, we believe we are also the largest Yarn Store Tour in the Nation.
​In 2006, the Tour began as a long, three-day weekend. Then it expanded to four days. For the 6 years, it spanned five days with 25 shops. The 15th Anniversary Tour in 2020 was cancelled because of COVID-19, but we celebrated the Anniversary one year later with 20 shops, spanning 10 days! This year we will be returning to our more traditional, five day schedule.
​Each year, the shops gather and work together to plan a fabulous Tour with prizes, free patterns, and discounts.
Our goal is to help our customers learn, grow, and become successful in the art and craft we all love. That’s the principle that’s been driving the LYS Tour all these years. That, and we all like to party.
Please join us May 11th – 15th 2022!
https://www.lystour.com/
lystour@gmail.com

Yoga & Sound Therapy
2022-05-13 17:30 - 2022-09-02 06:30
Bring a blanket and yoga mat to Maritime Heritage Park’s pavilion and enjoy 15-minutes of gentle yoga before the soothing sound vibrations of Himalayan singing bowls, gongs, and bells for deep
relaxation. Sessions are hosted by either Everitt Allen of Sound Therapy of the Pacific Northwest or Kristi Moseley of Mystic Heart Vibrational Sound Meditation. Five dates to choose from!
DAY/DATES:
Session 1: Friday, May 13 with Kristi
Session 2: Friday, May 27 with Kristi
Session 3: Friday, June 3 with Everitt
Session 4: Friday, August 26 with Everitt
Session 5: Friday, September 2 with Everitt
TIME: 5:30-6:30 pm
AGES: All ages
LOCATION: Maritime Heritage Park (pavilion in case of
bad weather)
COST: $5 each session. Please register and pay fee to
secure indoor program. Feel free to drop-in if program
is outdoors.

Spin Dance at Home
2022-05-16 00:00 - 2022-07-18 00:00
Dance with us every third Monday of the month! Bellingham Parks and Recreation and the Max Higbee Center will host SPIN Dances at Home for individuals with disabilities. Everyone 14 and older is invited to dance with us to music provided by Glitt3r Lyfe’s Aireekah!
DATES: Mondays: May 16, June 20, July 18
TIME: 6:00-8:00 pm
AGES: 14 and older
LOCATION: Online. Please register for each session to
receive your Zoom link and password
COST: FREE (must pre-register)
https://apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/Activity_Search/36257

Barkley Village Wine Walk
2022-05-19 00:00
Barkley Village and Brigid Collins Family Support Center are teaming up for the third Barkley Village Wine Walk being held Thursday, May 19th, from 5:00-8:00 pm. Participants can stroll through 13 Barkley Village shops and restaurants as they taste regional wines in pop-up tasting rooms. Tickets on sale now at www.barkleyvillage.com/winewalk

911-When to Call and What to Expect
2022-05-20 00:00
Learn how to handle an emergency by watching “911-When to Call and What to Expect” via a free Zoom session, Friday, May 20 at noon. The Academy for Lifelong Learning , affiliated with WWU, is hosting the presentation by the Whatcom County 911 Public Education Coordinator. The session provides an inside look at What-Comm 911 Center which serves as the answering point for all 911 calls placed within Whatcom County, handling over 140,000, 911 calls per year. Registration is required and closes on Friday, May 13. For additional details about free registration and the topic check here: https://oce.wwu.edu/all/all-talks.

Lovely Was the Walk
2022-05-21 00:00
Come join Esperanza as she takes a spring walk through her neighborhood wherein beauty unfolds.
Over 40 dance students of different ages will perform in this delightful production that is fun for people of all ages.
Written and directed by
Sabrina Gomez-Vannelli
Original Choreography by
Sabrina Gomez-Vannelli
Elizabeth Smyth
Valerie Goliff
Masks optional but encouraged (unless requirements change). Free masks available at the door. Tickets online and can also be purchased at the door. General admission and general seating. Doors open at 6:30pm
Art and graphic work by
Bob Paltrow Design
Get tickets here: https://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/daytodaydance
Our website: https://www.daytodaydance.com/events
For more information you can call us at 360-393-3927 or email us at daytodaydance@gmail.com

Skagit Symphony presents: There and Back Again
2022-05-21
Having journeyed to Paris, Vienna, Budapest, and Istanbul this concert season, the Skagit Symphony has one more stop on our magical music tour. Featuring works by Vaughan Williams and Elgar, we’ll celebrate London of a century ago. Steinway Artist Sandra Wright Shen returns to set off sonic firework in Saint-Saens spectacular second piano concerto.
For more information, visit www.SkagitSymphony.com or call (360)848-9336
For tickets, visit www.McintyreHall.org or call (360)416-7727

Preschool Cooking
2022-05-22 10:00 - 12:00
Join Annalee Dunn of the Tiny Onion Cooking School to cook with your little
one! Three different cooking sessions with different menus that provide
gluten free, dairy free, and nut free options.
DAY/DATE: Sunday, May 22
TIME: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
AGES: 3-5, accompanied by an adult
LOCATION: Bloedel Donovan Park’s Pavilion
COST: $40 for one child and one adult

Ski to Sea
2022-05-29
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! 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.
(360) 746-8861
info@skitosea.com
https://www.skitosea.com

Book of Masks
2022-06-04 05:00 - 22:00
Featured Artists
Susan Guerrero
Ann Chaikin
Nancy Thomson
Lori Hill
Trish Harding
The first year of the Covid pandemic brought with it so many uncertainties, fears, bizarre happenings, and a precious few unforseeable bright spots. THE BOOK OF MASKS show is comprised of 5 journals which are the result of our weekly zoom class. Each page follows a current event theme inspired by noted artists and prompts given. The books are a rare intimate peek into the cloistered lives of these very accomplished artists who were spurred onward with new vision not because of the pandemic but in spite of it!
There will be other incredible zoom work as well.
Studio UFO will open its door early at 5 for those Art Walk early birds.
contact Trish.harding@studio-ufo.net
www.studio-ufo.net

Conversation & Reading with Author Kevin Donner
2022-06-05 00:00
Working in senior care isn’t for everyone. It isn’t even for most. But for those rare few who find their passion in this multifaceted industry, the sense of job and life satisfaction are limitless. So too, however, can be the pervasive sense of loss and hopelessness.
Poopy Fingers: One Person’s Account of Working in the Delightfully Strange World of Assisted Living follows the lessons, the mistakes, the smiles, and the tears as Kevin Donner stumbles upon his own passion for working with, and for, this often undervalued and ignored demographic.
This book shows the daily physical and emotional needs of the residents, but more importantly, explores the varying stages of life familiar to so many of us. Come join us for a conversation intended to help start your own conversations with loved ones concerning issues around aging.

Chakra Class
2022-06-05 10:00 - 2022-07-31 11:30
As we reintegrate ourselves into society, it’s important to listen to your body and stay balanced. Using the
chakras as a blueprint for balance, this course includes discussion, poses, mantras, meditation, and community! No experience needed. Please bring a mat and a blanket.
An 8-week long class with Cloud 9’s Juliet Kaluzniacki.
DAY/DATES: Sundays; June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24,
31 (NO CLASS JULY 3)
TIME: 10:00 am-11:30 am
AGES: 16+
LOCATION: Maritime Heritage Park
COST: $160

Sips and Suds: A Beer, Cider, and Wine Social
2022-06-10 00:00
Please join us for an evening of beer, wine & cider tasting from Lost Giants Cider Co., Boundary Bay Brewery, Stemma Brewing, Wander Brewing, Dynasty Cellars, La Chantarelle Winery, and Samson Estates! Enjoy appetizers from The Sandwich Odyssey and dancing with live music from The Walrus. There will also be a chance to enter fabulous raffles to help support the WHS and the animals in our care! Plus, it will be a tented event and will happen rain or shine!
https://www.whatcomhumane.org/event/sips-suds-2022/

An Evening of Belly Dance
2022-06-11 18:00 - 19:30
Come and see some of the fantastic, dramatic and breathtaking belly dance that Bellingham has to offer! Plus special guest, David Metz on the arabic tabla (drum), who will be traveling from Seattle to perform for us this evening!
Come early to enjoy a beverage at the Firehouse Cafe before the doors open for the show at 6pm. The show will start right at 6:30pm in the beautiful Firehouse Performing Arts and Events Center – an old firehouse turned small theatre – a short walk from the Historic Fairhaven District.
This evening will be a sparkling evening of raqs sharqi (oriental dance), fusion, and middle eastern folk dance; while our guest Toastmaster will share little bites of history and culture of the music and the dance.
Performers for the evening include:
Rachel Carter – Owner of Rachel Belly Dances here in Bellingham, Rachel is a playful performer who may make you feel like dancing along! She is sure to bring energy and sparkle to her performance.
Damiana Dance Company – Led by Cara Cressell and Jen Cerdena, and joined by the Azara dancers, these talented performers will bring a modern style of belly dance that was created here in the U.S. called Fat Chance Belly Dance (FCBD) style.
This style’s signature is using cues among the dancers to improvise their dance, while staying in synchrony with each other. Come and watch, you would never know that they are improvising!
Seattle Guests
David B. Metz – The ‘dancers’ drummer’! David has been playing middle eastern music and drumming for dancers’ drum solos for many years! Never seen a drum solo?! You are in for a treat! A drum solo is a completely improvised duet between a drummer and a dancer. Fun, fast and thrilling, this is not an act to miss!
Wisteria a former Bellingham resident, Wisteria does it all! She dances fusion, Egyptian Folkloric and raqs sharqi. Wisteria is a captivating dancer who dances and teaches in Seattle. Don’t miss her, or her legendary hair tosses, while she is in Bellingham!
Anyelle – Bellingham grown and a nationally recognized Oriental dancer, Anyelle won the title of Miss Belly Dance USA in 2014. This dynamic dancer always impresses!
Check out our Facebook Event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/317256060437253
Tickets now for sale at https://rachelbellydances.brownpapertickets.com/

Free Community Clothing Swap
2022-06-18 10:00 - 14:00
We are hosting another free community clothing swap!
If you’re cleaning out closets, save items to swap & share with friends and neighbors.
When: Saturday, June 18th from 10am-2pm
Where: 2000 W North Street, Bellingham
What: Clothing swap for all ages, genders, sizes, styles, seasons. Bring clothes you want to exchange (not required) and take whatever items you need/want.
Leftover items go to non-profits and shelters in Whatcom county including Engedi Refuge, YWCA, and WeCare.
Last September y’all were able to help our community and met so many urgent needs for individuals and families by participating in the swap. You all showed up in a HUGE way to clothe the community free of charge–the stories we heard from attendees blew us away! We can’t wait to do it again.

14th Euro-Global Conference on Infectious Diseases
2022-06-24
On behalf of the Board of Organizing Committee, we heartily invite you to attend the 14th Euro-Global Conference on Infectious Diseases during June 24-25, 2022 in Berlin, Germany.
Theme: “Enlightening the Future Scope to Control of Infectious Diseases”

Padden Triathlon
2022-06-25
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Padden Triathlon is an excellent first, second, or twenty-second triathlon. Our course is simple, beautiful, and well-staffed. In an effort to make this a race you’ll enjoy year after year, we’ve made everything as simple as possible, so on race day, you can focus on the event. Our goal is to make the Padden Triathlon the best organized, most affordable, chip-timed event you’ll do all summer. Please start your triathlon season here in Bellingham.
More information here: https://cob.org/services/recreation/races/padden-triathlon
Call or email Lance Romo at lromo@cob.org (360) 778-7000.

Family Promise of Whatcom County Bed Race
2022-06-26 00:00
Friends, families, coworkers, congregations, everyone! Gather your team and get ready to race to end family homelessness!
Challenge friends and family to build a race bed and compete against them to up the competitive spirit and raise more money to help Whatcom families leave homelessness in the dust.
A Bed Race Team needs 5 people: 4 bed runners and 1 bed rider. Design and build your bed by putting four wheels on a bed frame with a twin, full, or queen mattress. Then get decorating for race day!
$100 Bed Race Entry Fee. Free to attend this family-friendly event. Learn more at https://www.interfaith-coalition.org/familypromisebedrace
For more details or questions, email Bed Race Coordinator Konrad Kocsis at familypromisebedrace@gmail.com.

Freedom Vans Van Gathering
2022-07-09 00:00
Join us for our annual van meet up at the Freedom Vans shop! This is an opportunity to bring the van community together to share spaces and knowledge, as well as introduce others to van life. There will be a free taco bar and live DJ. Bring your van (if you have one), your friends and your furry companions. This event is for everyone! We hope to see you there!

Return to the Peppermint
2022-07-09 00:00 - 2022-11-01 00:00
Trish Harding has been invited to show her recent work at Gallery at Third & Main. Returning to a location where she and her high school friends enjoyed hamburgers & fries known then as The Peppermint. Her work will reflect images of Lummi Island where she lived while attending Ferndale Schools.
contact trish.harding@studio-ufo.net
www.studio-ufo.net
www.gallery3rdmain.com

Wet Lands/Dry Lands
2022-07-14 00:00 - 2022-10-06 00:00
New work by Trish Harding as she responds to the dichotomy of climate change, including pastel & oil paintings.
contact Lindsey@jansensenartcenter.org or trish.harding@studio-ufo.net
www.jansenartcenter.org
www.studio-ufo.net

Belly Dance Showcase
2022-07-15 18:00 - 20:30
Come watch an evening of belly dance entertainment at the Fairhaven Village Green. This showcase will feature professional dancers from Bellingham and beyond, along with student dance troupes.
DAY/DATE: Friday, July 15
TIME: 6:00-8:30 pm
AGES: All ages
LOCATION: Fairhaven Village Green
COST: FREE
https://bellinghamalive.comevent2/belly-dance-showcase/

Tour de Whatcom
2022-07-23
Enjoy all that the Northwest has to offer in one beautiful ride! Mt. Baker, Lake Whatcom, valleys, rivers, farmland, and beaches. With rides varying from 22 miles to 100, you’ll find a great ride for every member of the family. A portion of proceeds benefit local charities, ride for a great cause!
Post-ride after party at Boundary Bay Brewery for the Tour de Whatcom. Meet other riders and share stories of your day! Each rider receives apiece of free Tour de Whatcom swag. The Beer Garden is open for all ages until 5 pm.
$45 – $80, depending on length of ride and time of registration (early bird discounts and family rates available, more info on our website)
CENTURY ROUTE (100 MILES): Early Bird – $60/75, Walk-up – $80,
METRIC CENTURY ROUTE (62 MILES): Early Bird – $50/65, Walk-up – $70
44 MILE ROUTE: Early Bird – $45/60, Walk-up: $65
22 MILE ROUTE: Early Bird – $40/55, Walk-up: $60
Tandem Riders for all rides except Family Rates: (+$20)
FAMILY RATE (3-4 Riders): Early Bird – $130/150, Walk-up – $170
FAMILY RATE (5-6 Riders): Early Bird – $180/200, Walk-up – $220
There is not a minimum age for riders. However, bike trailers and tag along systems for pulling children (eg. Trail-a-bike, Co-pilot) are not permitted. It is up to each parent to determine their child’s ability to safely complete the course.
info@tourdewhatcom.com
(360) 746-8861
https://www.tourdewhatcom.com

Samish Island Arts Festival
2022-07-30
Come to our 24th Samish Island Community Arts Festival without taking a ferry, it’s held at 11292 Blue Heron Rd on Samish Island.
We’ll include up to 40 artists selling woodworking, jewelry, glass, baskets, soaps, linens, photography and more. Stella Sopra Italian food truck is not to be missed and Terramar Brewstillery serves artisan beers and ciders at the beer garden. PK Dwyer, blues musician and fusion Celtic by Flattery Light will provide live music. See our website samishIsland.net or email SamishArtsFest@gmail.com. Questions, call 360 420 0243.

Gatka Martial Arts Show
2022-08-05 18:00 - 19:00
It’s First Friday Artwalk, come out for a free showing of a local Sikh martial arts Gatka Team! Originated in Punjab in the 15th century, Gatka is a style of stick-fighting, intended to simulate swords.
DAY/DATE: Friday, August 5
TIME: 6:00-7:00 pm
AGES: All ages
LOCATION: Depot Market Square
COST: FREE
