CREED BRATTON
2023-03-30 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Denver) | 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

CASA VALENTINA
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

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

JP FALCON GRADY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
2023-04-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N Commercial St, Bellingham
April’s Mount Baker Lookout Session stars JP Falcon Grady. This singersongwriter has been plucking acoustic guitar strings and heartstrings for over 20 years all over the PNW, Canada, Hawaii, and around Montana where he’s from. A proud member of the Blackfeet Nation, this storyteller is likely to move you to tears with his songs. Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham, 360.734.6080, mountbakertheatre.com

THE MACHINE
2023-04-14 21:30 - 23:30 | Tulalip Resort Casino, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip
Get ready to groove with the Machine, a PNW-based cover band that gives new life to all your favorite hits from the ‘70s all the way through the aughts. From Michael Jackson to Queen and even Lady Gaga, no contemporary era is off-limits for the Machine, and their variety-packed performances are known to draw in
crowds. Tulalip Resort Casino, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip, 888.272.1111, tulalipresortcasino.com

April Fly Day
2023-04-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Skagit Regional Airport, 15400 Airport Dr., Burlington, WA, 98233, United States
Heritage Flight Museum kicks off the 2023 Fly Day season on Saturday, April 15! “Knock off the rust” with a great day of family fun at Skagit Regional Airport. Join us as we honor local veterans and demonstrate the flight capabilities of our historic aircraft fleet. Enjoy Apollo 8 exhibits, kids activities, Brando’s BBQ truck. 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 ext 107 or 110

Recycled Books into Art Journals Workshop with Rachel Simpson
2023-04-15 13:00 - 15:30 | Museum of Northwest Art, 121 S. First St., La Conner, WA, 98257, United States
Recycled Books into Art Journals Workshop with Rachel Simpson
Transform a discarded worn book into a creative work of art that encompasses a theme and utilizes a variety of media and techniques. You can make your altered book into an art journal, writing journal, photo album, or a scrapbook!
Date: Saturday, April 15, 2023
Time: 1:00 – 3:30pm
Ages: Teens ages 14 years old – adults of all ages and all levels of experience in art
Cost: $30
In-person workshop in MoNA’s Art Studio.
Join local teaching artist Rachel Simpson for a hands-on workshop showing how to reuse old books into art and journals with various techniques of how to add texture and design with mixed-media. You will get to take home your very own altered book to continue to work on and use at the end of the class.
Each participant is required to bring one hardbound, old book to recycle into a new art book for the workshop. The rest of the art supplies will be provided.
for tickets please visit:
https://www.monamuseum.org/events/recycled-books-workshop

4/16 Melliferapnoe Studios Soundbath Group Session
2023-04-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Ashtanga Yoga Bellingham, 1412 Cornwall Ave., Ste. 3, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Come and enjoy a wonderful meditative sound bath experience where you will lie down and listen to resonant sounds of singing bowls, tuning forks and chimes. Please note: Sound bath Healing sessions are held fully clothed, on the floor on yoga mats, with shoes off. Yoga mats, cushion and throw blankets will be provided. However, please bring anything else extra that would help make you be more comfortable as you lay down for the sound therapy session (e.g. Extra blankets or pillows). And please be sure to dress comfortably.
Ticket costs: $25
Date: 4/16/2023
Time: 2-3:30pm PST
Max persons: 10
Location:
Ashtanga Yoga Bellingham 1412 Cornwall Avenue, Suite 3, Bellingham, WA, 98225
Ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/606727316737
Contact Info:
Email: Melliferapnoe@gmail.com
Website: https://www.melliferapnoe.com/

27th Annual Trivia Bee
2023-04-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Aslan Depot, 1322 N. State St., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Join the Whatcom Literacy Council for our 27th annual Trivia Bee.
Ryan Budds of TRIVIA WITH BUDDS will provide the fast paced and interactive platform for an online trivia night akin to Jeopardy! Register your team (3 people) on our webpage for $75, or just watch for free. Teams compete in four rounds in a range of topics, with the winners going home with the traveling “Totten Trophy.” Because it is a virtual ZOOM event participants can play from anywhere, with answers submitted via cell phone. Last year’s winning team “The Crabpots” had players from Bellingham, Alaska, and Baltimore.
For local residents who would like to meet in person Aslan Depot (1322 N State, Bellingham, WA) will be showing the event on a big screen. It is recommended that you arrive around 6 pm to find a table and order drinks and food before the game begins.

The Last 5 Years
2023-04-20 19:30 - 2023-04-22 19:30 | Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, 565 Camano Ave, Langley, WA, 98260
The Last Five Years is a musical written and composed by Jason Robert Brown, directed by Deana Dunca, music direction by Sheila Weidendorf, & starring Ada Faith Feyma and Tristan Johnson. An emotionally powerful and intimate musical sprinkled with humor, The Last Five Years tells the bittersweet tale of a brief marriage between two young artists. With music and lyrics by Tony Award-winner Jason Robert Brown, this nearly sung-through musical has captivated audiences and critics, earning a Drama Desk Award (music and lyrics), a film adaptation, and productions around the world. For tickets and more information visit the show page at https://www.wicaonline.org/events-calendar-view/2023/4/6/the-last-five-years-preview-night
The production schedule is as follows:
Preview April 6, 7:30 PM
Opening April 7, 7:30 PM
April 8, 7:30 PM
April 9, 2:00 PM
April 13, 7:30 PM
April 14, 7:30 PM
April 15, 7:30 PM
April 16, 2:00 PM
April 20, 7:30 PM
April 21, 7:30 PM
Closing April 22, 7:30 PM

Bourbon Launch Happy Hour
2023-04-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Bellewood Farms, 6140 Guide Meridian Rd., Lynden, WA, 98264, United States
Applewood Smoked Bourbon, the first bourbon produced by Bellewood Farms & Distillery of Lynden, will make its debut April 21 at a Bourbon Launch Happy Hour.
“Crafted with corn and grains from the fertile farmland of Skagit Valley, our Applewood Smoked Bourbon is smoked using the aromatic applewood from Bellewood’s premiere orchards,” said Eric Abel, president of Bellewood Farms & Distillery. “We aged it two years in virgin American oak barrels, then bottled it by hand in Lynden to create a smooth whiskey with notes of caramel and vanilla.”
Another local connection is Stemma Brewing of Bellingham, which partnered with Bellewood Farms & Distillery on the creation of the mash prior to distilling. Bourbon is a type of whiskey that must be made with more than 50% corn and aged at least two years in a new virgin, American-made oak barrel, Abel said. Stemma Brewing beer will be available during the launch event.
The Bourbon Launch Happy Hour will be presented from 4-7 p.m. April 21 at Bellewood Farms & Distillery, 6140 Guide Meridian, just seven miles from Bellingham, Ferndale and Lynden. Attendees 21 and older may try the new bourbon in the tasting room while enjoying complimentary pulled pork sliders, loaded tots and other goodies.
Bellewood Farms & Distillery is the first “farm-to-bottle” apple distillery in Washington state and the first distillery in Whatcom County. Head Distiller Chris Baetz creates gold medal-winning spirits from Bellewood’s multiple orchards in Lynden and Ferndale.
Bellewood offers reserve Aged Apple Brandy, Gin, Raspberry Vodka, Honeycrisp Vodka, Cinnamon-Aged Vodka, Pumpkin Spice Liqueur and specialty liqueurs. Its spirits are distributed to local stores, bars and restaurants and sold in its own tasting room on the farm. For more information, call (360) 318-7720 or visit www.bellewoodfarms.com.

SKAGIT VALLEY TULIP RUN 10K AND 2-MILE
2023-04-22 | Skagit Regional Airport, 15400 Airport Dr., Burlington, WA, 98233, United States
April in Skagit is all about tulips, and at the 37th annual Skagit Valley Tulip Run, you can join in on the festivities while working on your fitness! The 2-mile run starts at 9 a.m., and the 10K starts at 10 a.m. The runs will be chip-timed with an awards ceremony after, but no aid stations will be along the route, so be sure to bring your own hydration and snacks! Skagit Regional Airport, 15400 Airport Dr., Burlington, tuliprun.com

Earth Day Eco Market
2023-04-22 | Granary Building, Bellingham, WA, United States
On April 22, Bellingham Makers Market will be hosting Earth Day Eco Market, on the downtown waterfront at the Granary Building. Our goal is to provide a fun and inclusive space that brings creators and shoppers together right here in our lovely town of Bellingham!
You will find over 30 local makers, free mending from Madrona Wear, tips for living a more sustainable life with Sustainable Connections Towards Zero Waste program, a fun scavenger hunt contest plus delicious food and beverages from Black Fern and Artivem Mead.
10% of all vendor fees will be donated to Whatcom Million Trees Project.

Antique Appraisal Fair
2023-04-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1585, 625 N. State St., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Are you curious to know about the history, origin and appraised value of the antiques or vintage collectibles that you have acquired in your life?
Whether a family heirloom or garage sale find, bring them to the historical Veterans of Foreign Wars in Bellingham.
We will have a group of local antique dealers, appraisers and collectors at the VFW to indentify, research, and value your treasure(s).
All items from glass, textiles, jewelry, toys, dolls, primitives, military, sports, nautical, souvenirs, etc. Discover what’s in your attic!
Dealers DO NOT buy items.

ROMANCE
2023-04-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N Commercial St, Bellingham
Violinist Elisa Barston will be performing a concert of stunning solos, starting with Brahms’s Violin Concerto, followed with Schumann’s Symphony No. 3, which is one of the very few symphonies with five movements. The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra presents these pieces together as an homage to the two composers’ close friendship. Come early for a Pre-Concert Lecture by Dr. Ryan Dudenbostel! Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham, 360.734.6080, mountbakertheatre.com
