• Procession of the Species

    Mark your calendars — Whatcom County’s favorite celebration of art, nature, and community is back! We’re teaming up with Gabriel’s Art Kids again, on the Procession of...

  • Spring Car Show

    Sunday, May 3, 2026 9am - 2pm 1731 Labounty Dr, Ferndale All makes and models welcome including motorcycles. If it has more two or more wheels and an engine, it's welcome! $20 registration fee No...

  • 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 movies. Costumes encouraged. $30, pre-registration required. Website: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=may%20the%204th&viewMode=list

  • 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 the fun, everyone...

  • 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...

  • 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 a team relay event open to all participants in that age range, featuring four legs: downhill skiing or snowboarding, running, mountain biking, and kayaking. Ski to...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • 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 on leash welcome. Bring your own chair. free parking. Details at www.meerkerkgardens.org/events-overview