Bellingham Alive

Materials as Mentors: The Original Materials Developed by Fredrick Froebel
2023-03-25 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Museum of Northwest Art, 121 S. First St., La Conner, WA, 98257, United States
A Lecture on the Original Kindergarten Materials and Frank Lloyd Wright by Nicolette Harrington, MoNA Link Coordinator
Join us in celebration of Youth Art Month! Froebel developed 10 gifts (educational materials) and 10 occupations (educational activities) to support children’s play and learning in 1837. Become familiar with seminal ideas that have contributed to the field of art education to help better understand how we came to be where we are today.
“The maple-wood blocks . . . all are in my fingers to this day.”
Cost: Free for members | $5 suggested donation for non-members
As always, admission to the Museum is free. Want to become a member? Join us today.
Please RSVP using the link below. Questions? Contact education@museumofnwart.org.
https://www.monamuseum.org/events/materials-as-mentors-lecture

INTRODUCTION TO FIGURE DRAWING FROM THE INSIDE OUT
2023-03-25 16:00 - 18:30 | Jansen Art Center, 321 Front Street, Lynden, WA, 98264
Does the thought of drawing the human body intimidate you? Well, here’s your opportunity to hone your sketching skills with Artist Trish Harding in this one-dayonly class. With the aid of a live model, Harding will walk students through a figure drawing session, covering key artistic concepts like gesture, volume, and shape. Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden, 360.354.3600, jansenartcenter.org

Skagit Symphony presents: It Takes Two to Tango
2023-03-25 19:30 - 21:00 | McIntyre Hall, 2501 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273, United States
Get swept off your feet by waltzes, hoe-downs, and tangos! With Argentinian tango master Astor Piazzolla and a cowboy ballet by Aaron Copland, this concert is sure to have something to delight everyone. Joining us for a US premier will be harpist Rosanna Moor and cellist Nicholas Finch for Canadian prize-winning composer Kelly-Marie Murphy’s “En el escuro es todo uno” (“in the darkness, all is one”).
Saturday, March 25, 7:30pm, McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon
For more information, visit www.skagitsymphony.com or call 360-848-9336
For tickets, visit www.mcintyrehall.org or call 360-416-7727 Tuesday thru Thursday 10:00am-2:00pm

Melodious Notes Over the Harbor
2023-03-25 19:30 - 21:30 | San Juan Community Theatre, 100 2nd Street N, Friday Harbor
Enjoy an evening of classical favorites, showcasing hauntingly beautiful music with composers from around the world.
www.sjctheatre.org
360-378-3210
7:30 p.m., Saturday March 25th, 2023
San Juan Community Theatre
100 Second Street N
Friday Harbor, WA 98250

Skagit Symphony presents: "It Takes Two to Tango"
2023-03-25 19:30 - 21:30 | McIntyre Hall, 2501 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273, United States
Get swept off your feet by waltzes, hoe-downs, and tangos! With Argentinian tango master Astor Piazzolla and a cowboy ballet by Aaron Copland, this concert is sure to have something to delight everyone. Joining us for a US premier will be harpist Rosanna Moor and cellist Nicholas Finch for Canadian prize-winning composer Kelly-Marie Murphy’s “En el escuro es todo uno” (“in the darkness, all is one”).
For more information, visit www.skagitsymphony.com or call 360-848-9336
For tickets, visit www.mcintyrehall.org or call 360-416-7727 Tuesday thru Thursday 10:00am-2:00pm

CASA VALENTINA
2023-03-25 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-03-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-03-30 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-03-31 19:30 - 21:30 | bellingham theatre guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
This show is set in the early 1960s in the Catskill Mountains of New York, where white collar heterosexual men go to dress and act as women. The show follows them as they consider whether to go public with their second lives and find freedom in their self-expression, or stay safe in secrecy. Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham, 360.733.1811, bellinghamtheatreguild.com

MOUNT BAKER ROCK AND GEM SHOW
2023-03-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Pioneer Pavilion Community Center, 2007 Cherry St., Ferndale, WA
This show is Mount Baker Rock and Gem Club’s annual twoday event where they come together to sell and swap with each other, and to “educate and amaze” the public! Kids are encouraged to come and explore the exhibits and fun things put together just for them. The Club sells rocks by the pound for cash, and vendors of all things rock-hobby-related fill out the market. Pioneer Pavilion Community Center, 2007 Cherry St., Ferndale, mtbakerrockclub.com

LIVE IN CONCERT: JONATHAN MCCUTCHEON
2023-03-27 19:30 - 22:30 | Lincoln Theatre, 712 S 1st St., Mt Vernon, WA, 98273
John McCutcheon is lovingly known as the “rustic Renaissance man” of folk music, and if you’re lucky enough to catch him live, you’ll quickly find out why. Beyond his talent as a multiinstrumentalist, McCutcheon is a singer-songwriter, storyteller, author, and activist, and he’s released more than 40 albums since the beginning of his career. Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon, 360.336.8955, lincolntheatre.org

TROPA MAGICA AND MAUSKOVIC DANCE BAND
2023-03-27 20:00 - 23:00 | The Shakedown, 1212 N State St, Bellingham
What do you get when you combine a bombastic alt rock/cumbia duo from East L.A. with an Amsterdam music group known for their “danceable chaos”? The answer, of course, is a night to remember. Join Tropa Magica and Mauskovic Dance band at The Shakedown this March for an evening of hypnotic, heart pumping rhythms, and don’t forget to wear shoes you can groove in. The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham, 360.778.1067, shakedownbellingham.com

MARIA MULDAUR AND HER RED HOT BLUESIANA BAND
2023-03-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N Commercial St, Bellingham
You might know Maria Muldaur for her multi-Grammy-nominated 1974 hit, “Midnight at the Oasis.” In the five decades since, Muldaur has taken her genre-spanning repertoire to stages across the world and recorded a whopping 41 (!) solo albums. Now, she’s narrowed her focus to her favorite genre—the blues—and fans of Americana music are practically obliged to catch her live at the Mount Baker Theatre on March 30. Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham, 360.734.6080, mountbakertheatre.com

CREED BRATTON
2023-03-30 20:00 - 23:30 | Wild Buffalo House of Music, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
If the name Creed Bratton sounds familiar, it might be because of his work as a fictional version of himself on the cult classic sitcom “The Office.” But what you might not know is that Bratton also has a five-decade-long music career under his belt, and you’re not going to want to miss out when he takes the stage alongside special guest Sean Flikke at the Wild Buffalo this March. Wild Buffalo House of Music, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham, 360.746.8733, wildbuffalo.net

STEVE SMITH & VITAL INFORMATION
2023-03-31 18:30 - 20:30 | The FireHouse Arts & Events Center, 1314 Harris Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, Bellingham
Music lovers might know Steve Smith as a living legend from his time as drummer with rock band Journey, but he’s also operated his own jazz band, Vital Information, since 1983! Now, they’re on the road for their 40th anniversary tour, and bringing their music to Bellingham right up top. This drum, keys, and bass three piece ensemble of top-tier musicians will definitely get you swinging. FireHouse Arts and Events Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham, jazzcenterofbellingham.org

Sona Jobarteh
2023-03-31 19:30 - 21:30 | McIntyre Hall, 2501 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273, United States
Sona Jobarteh
McIntyre Hall Presents
Friday, March 31 at 7:30pm
Gambian vocalist, kora master, and multi-instrumentalist Sona Jobarteh is a pioneering musical icon whose artistry is poised between the preservation of her rich cultural heritage and an accessible modern style. Born into a griot family, she is the first female artist within the more than 700-year old tradition to become a professional virtuoso on the kora.
The spirit of Sona Jobarteh’s musical work stands on the mighty shoulders of The West African Griot Tradition; she is a living archive of the Gambian people. The Gambian-British musician is the first professional woman kora player from one of the five principal kora-playing griot families from West Africa. The kora, a harp-like instrument, has been passed down for centuries among West African musical storytelling families, called griots. For much of that time, West African custom only allowed men to be paid for playing the kora. Sona Jobarteh changed that tradition. She began playing the Kora at age 3 and has performed all over the world. The extent of her recognition today is evidenced by more than 22 million+ viewers on YouTube and considerable numbers on other digital platforms.
Join us for a pre-concert talk 45 minutes prior to the concert.

San Juan Singers One World One Beat
2023-03-31 19:30 - 21:30 | San Juan Community Theatre, 100 2nd Street N, Friday Harbor
One World-One Beat. Join San Juan Singers this spring for a rousing upbeat concert of music with a beat. In addition to some classic American rock songs from the 60s and 70s, you’ll get a sampling of West African and Australian beats. The Singers will be joined by a local West African drumming group, local rock band members, and a special guest didgeridoo player from Orcas Island. You’re encouraged to wear your fave glad rags and be ready to dance in the aisles. Tickets available soon from the box office or from Singers members. Performances on Friday, 3/31, and Saturday, 4/1 @ 7:30pm. Don’t miss this exciting concert.
www.sjctheatre.org
360-378-3210
Saturday March 31st, 2023
San Juan Community Theatre
100 Second Street N
Friday Harbor, WA 98250

JOE PUG
2023-03-31 19:30 - 22:30 | Wild Buffalo House of Music, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Joe Pug is a singer-songwriter who hit the music scene around 2010. His debut acoustic album has led to a successful career in folk, indie, and Americana worlds. His latest release, “Nation of Heat | Revisited,” is a total reworking of his first album, and features performances by members of bands like The Killers, My Morning Jacket, and more. Catch him at the Wild Buffalo this March! Wild Buffalo House of Music, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham, 360.746.8733, wildbuffalo.net

NEW BEGINNINGS: A solo art show by Malissa Perry
2023-04-01 08:00 - 15:00 | Makeworth Coffee Roasters, 1201 N. State St., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Please join us in celebrating Malissa Perry’s third art exhibition this year, New Beginnings, at Makeworth Coffee Roasters. Her art will be open for viewing and purchase from April 1st-30th during Makeworth’s normal business hours, every day from 8-3pm.
To stay updated on her upcoming shows and new pieces, follow her Instagram (@malissaperryart) or Facebook (Malissa Perry). You can also view more of Malissa’s work at www.malissaperryart.com.

AARON CRAWFORD
2023-04-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Eagle Haven Winery, 8233 Sims Rd, Sedro-Wooley, WA, 98284, United States
The Cooperage Room at Eagle Haven Winery welcomes back the “Cascade country” music artist Aaron Crawford. Crawford is a grassroots musician who blends traditional country with PNW flavor, harkening back to Washington’s famous grunge roots like Nirvana and Pearl Jam. He prides himself on showmanship, so this intimate venue is the perfect place to enjoy the performance! Eagle Haven Winery, 8233 Sims Rd., Sedro-Woolley, 360.856.6248, eaglehavenwinery.com

Vegan Spring Hop-Up
2023-04-02 12:00 - 15:00 | Inner Child Studio, 715 W. Orchard Dr., Ste. 2, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Hop up and join us as we welcome spring! We are thrilled to hold this free family friendly event at Inner Child Studio. There will be fun for all ages.
Featuring:
•Wooden Egg Coloring
•Games with Prizes
•Seed and Starts Swap
•Bunanza Rabbit Rescue
•Rooster Redemption Rescue
•Free Raffle
Tara from Sage Against the Machine will bring Vegan Ham & Cheese Sandwiches with chips. She will also have her famous churro cupcakes. Proceeds from the food sales will benefit Rooster Redemption Rescue & Bunanza Rabbit Rescue.

Northwinds Quintet
2023-04-02 14:00 - 16:00 | McIntyre Hall, 2501 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273, United States
Northwinds Quintet
McIntyre Hall Presents
Sunday, April 2 at 2:00pm
Comprised of musicians from Skagit Symphony, the Northwinds Quintet is the last concert of the four concert Chamber Music Series. The program of varied works for woodwind quintet features music from the classical Chamber repertoire. Special guests Michael Wheatley and Barb Hunter will perform a selection for violin and cello. The members of Northwinds Quintet are as diverse as the instruments that they play. You will find an avid birder and mycologist, an accountant who claims to be retired, a former lawyer turned tennis club owner, and two music teachers who find their joy in singing and playing music with youngsters. In addition, Beverly Dooley, flute; Ken Bronstein, oboe; Barry Ulman, clarinet; Jackson Stewart-DeBelly, bassoon; and Doug Robertson, horn are also well-trained musicians who perform with various local ensembles including the Skagit Symphony, Bellingham Symphony Orchestra, What the Chelm, Clearbrook Dixie Band, Jimmy Lindquist Big Band, and Millie & the Mentshn.
The intimate Chamber Music concert takes place in the Studio Space at McIntyre Hall. Patrons are encouraged to enjoy their refreshments during the concert. Patrons will have the opportunity to learn more about the music in an informal conversation with Michael Wheatly, Music Director of Skagit Symphony, and Nida Tautvydas, Executive Director of McIntyre Hall.

HAND JIVE
2023-04-04 00:00 - 2023-04-06 00:00 | Heartful Retreats, 8480 Thompson Beach Rd, Anacortes, WA, 98221, United States
Stay & Refresh With Our 2-Day Grown Up Fingerpainting Getaway
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. Explore primal painting with your inner Kindergarten self. Designed to tap into your subconscious, learn to see and invent with pure abandon, while learning basic rules of good design and composition. 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.

Birchwood Garden Club's April 5, 2023 Meeting
2023-04-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Whatcom Museum Old City Hall Rotunda Room, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
April’s Topic: “Discover Modern Daylilies”
Marilyn Glenn will be our featured speaker.
Marilyn is a WSU trained Master Gardener. The Whatcom County Master Gardener Foundation appointed her to be the Operations Garden Manager for the Hovander Homestead Park Demonstration Gardens in 2022. Marilyn and her husband, Steve, have a four season ornamental garden in Bellingham. Their garden was featured as a tour garden by the Whatcom Horticultural Society in 2017 and is an official display garden for the American Daylily Society. Come learn about the diversity of daylily bloom size and forms, bloom time, colors and markings that are now available to gardeners. Also, find out where you can view daylilies in Whatcom County and get a preview of daylilies that will be sold online by the Master Gardener Foundation of Whatcom County in late April.
If you think daylilies start and stop with what you see growing alongside the road, you’re in for a big surprise. Please join us and bring along a friend to enjoy this most informative program!
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.

New Roots! Woodworking Show
2023-04-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Terra Firma Design, 2139 Humboldt St., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
New Roots! Kicks off the first show in our new gallery space at Terra Firma Design, featuring the work of woodworkers, Tom and Jennifer Dolese and Hugh Montgomery; ceramicist Larry Richmond; and painter Tom Semple. The show is from April – May. The gallery will be open during (most) business hours and by appointment. Artist reception is Thursday, April 6th, 7pm-9pm at 2139 Humboldt Street.
www.TerraFirmaDesignNW.com

Virtual Gear Up Workshop for Marine Naturalists
2023-04-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Come join The Whale Museum’s Gear Up Workshop this spring virtually through Zoom. This workshop’s theme will be “Dam! Dams that pose barriers to fish passage, that is.” For more information and/or to register, visit https://whalemuseum.org/products/gear-up-virtual-workshop-2023.

RARE: Recycled Arts Resource Expo
2023-04-07 18:00 - 2023-04-29 16:00 | Allied Arts Gallery, 1418 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Contact: Xandra S. Blackburn – Gallery Coordinator
Company: Allied Arts of Whatcom County
Phone: 360-676-8548
Fax: 360-650-9317
E-Mail: xandra@alliedarts.org
Web: www.alliedarts.org
RARE: Recycled Arts Resource Expo
April 7-29, 2023
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 4pm
Opening Reception: Friday, April 7, 6pm-9pm
1418 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225
Join us for the 11 th Annual Recycled Arts Resource Expo (RARE)! This year, RARE is an event that
highlights creative reuse in the form of art through an exhibit at our Allied Arts Gallery, and a virtual
gallery at alliedarts.org. RARE also promotes art organizations and facilities that incorporate sustainability
in their facilities and programs.
Attendees are inspired to take home innovative ideas that recognize the value of using resources
creatively.
Karen Hanrahan makes one of a kind quilt like collage art with paper. She is also a narrative photographer.
Frank Frazee paints, draw and sculpts using recycled materials.
Daelinar combines mixed media and assemblage with natural and found elements to create intricate works.
Alene Johnson creates assemblage art made from altered, found and discarded objects.
Allied Arts is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go towards supporting the arts in our community.
For more information visit www.alliedarts.org or contact Xandra S. Blackburn – Gallery Coordinator at
360-676-8548 x102 or xandra@alliedarts.org.

29th Annual Spring Garage Sale, Antiques and More!
2023-04-08 09:00 - 2023-04-09 16:00 | Skagit County Fairgrounds, 501 Taylor St., Mount Vernon, WA, 98273, United States
Visitors can shop through over 170 vendors, grab some delicious food, enjoy live musical performances and NEW this year – on Saturday only, join us for a Kid’s Easter Egg Hunt at 11:30am and free horse carriage rides from 11:45-2:45pm.
Fri & Sat Hours: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
$5 Admission; $4 onsite parking available
Location:
Skagit County Fairgrounds
501 Taylor Street
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
For more information, please visit www.skagitcounty.net/garagesale

THE GRETA MATASSA QUINTET
2023-04-12 18:30 - 20:30 | The FireHouse Arts & Events Center, 1314 Harris Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, Bellingham
Greta Matassa has earned her place as a celebrated jazz vocalist in the PNW over her 40 year career. She’s recorded 11 albums, been inducted into the Seattle Jazz Hall of Fame, and has spent the last two decades as a jazz educator. The Jazz Center of Bellingham has invited her to our little town to perform with her guitar,
bass, drums, and sax quintet! Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham, 360.510.4711, kuntzandco.org

Tequila Tasting Dinner @ 9 Restaurant
2023-04-14 18:00 - 20:00 | North Bellingham Golf Course, 205 W Smith Rd., Bellingham
5-Course Dinner featuring Herradura Tequilas & carefully crafted cocktails. Moderated by Herradura’s Chloe Chanley and the culinary talents of Executive Chef Nick Moss.
Friday, April 14th, 2023 @ 18:00
$105 per person (+ tax and gratuity), payment required with reservation
48-hour cancellation notice required
360-398-8300 ext. 2
www.northbellinghamgolf.com
205 W Smith Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
