Numan Children’s Home Holiday market and silent auction
2024-11-16 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver)
Numan Children’s Home is a 501c3 that works with orphans and marginalized families in rural Ethiopia. Our holiday market and silent auction will have beautiful items from Ethiopia -All handmade jewelry, art work, linen’s, purses and lots of other original and beautiful displays of craftsmanship.
We will also have raffles from local businesses including but not limited to Slice Of Heaven Bakery, Sunshine and Cookies.
Online auction is also available at https://auctria.events/2024numanchildrenshome
Visit us at http://numanchildrenshome.org to learn more of what we do!
Come see us in person on Saturday November 16th at the Firs Dining Hall located at 4605 Cable street, Bellingham.
For more info please email us at admin@numanchildrenshome.org

Bellingham Chamber M music Society: Electric -
2024-11-17 15:00 - 17:00
Jesse Montgomery’s exciting string quartet Voodoo Dolls will open the show and get your feet tapping. The excitement continues with Florence Price and Tchaikovsky’s first string quartets and Andre Jolivet’s gorgeous “Pastorales de Noel” for flute, bassoon and harp.
Sunday November 17th at 3pm. Doors open at 2:30pm. Come early and enjoy a drink or our signature cocktail, the Voodoo Punch, from Amendment 21’s cash bar.
Bellingham Chamber Music Society
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musicinbellingham@gmail.com
360-592-3674

Newcomers and Neighbors of Whatcom County Meet-and-Greet
2024-11-19 16:00 - 18:00
Join members of the Newcomers and Neighbors of Whatcom County on Tuesday, November 19th, from 4-6 PM at Wander Brewing located at 1807 Dean Avenue. It doesn’t matter if you’ve lived in Whatcom for 2 weeks or 20 years! Enjoy a beverage and learn more about our group and activities from members.

Elf the Musical
2024-11-22 19:00 - 2024-11-24 20:00
With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. Based on the beloved holiday film, “Elf the Musical” is performed by BAAY students ages 13-15. Visit www.baay.org for more info!
Admission: $12
Dates and Times:
Friday, November 22 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 23 at 2:00PM
Saturday, November 23 at 7:00 PM
Sunday, November 24 at 2:00 PM

Bellingham's Krampus Night
2024-11-23 18:00 - 22:00
Join us for Bellingham’s Krampus Night 2024 for an evening of delightfully naughty revelry on November 23rd, from 6pm to 10pm!
This year, our annual Krampus Night Celebration will be hosted in Chuckanut Bay Distillery’s beautiful new ballroom. Music, dancing, dress-up, Krampus-themed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, photo booth, and much more. DJ Aireekah will be MC’ing and the world renowned members of Krampus Seattle will be in attendance to terrify and delight in equal measure.
We will also be celebrating the release of this year’s limited supply of 4-year old barrel-aged Krampus, our oldest release to date. Only around eighty bottles exist, and the first opportunity to purchase will be in-person at this event.
Here’s what’s on tap for the evening!
Music and Dancing! Bellingham’s own DJ Aireekah of Glitt3r Lyfe will be spinning the holiday tracks and MC’ing the event with regular giveaways throughout the evening.
Dress-up! Come clad in your finest holiday attire, ugly sweater, or as Krampus himself, if you dare.
Complimentary welcome Krampus-themed cocktail upon arrival to help get the party started!
Complimentary appetizers provided by our own Penny Farthing kitchen!
Photo Booth! Let’s memorialize this event with a holiday photo you’ll remember for years to come.
Krampus Seattle! This is your opportunity to mix and mingle with Krampus Seattle. Chat with them, pose for pictures, arrange a naughty child abduction…. the world is your oyster!
First opportunity to purchase barrel-aged Krampus! Only around 80 bottles will be released, and this is the first opportunity for public purchase.
https://chuckanutbaydistillery.com/pages/special-events

Online Holiday Auction with Shifting Gears
2024-11-29 08:00 - 2024-12-09 19:00
Shifting Gears’ 6th Annual Online Holiday Auction is HERE!
Join us for a festive shopping experience right from your screen! Explore a curated collection of nearly 200 unique gifts, perfect for everyone on your list. From gift certificates to stocking stuffers, we’ve got something special for you!
Why Shop with Us? Every purchase supports our mission: creating welcoming recreation experiences that inspire confidence, wellness, growth, and joy for all women!
When? Bidding opens on Nov 29th at 8 am and closes on Dec 9th at 7 pm.
Where? Your cozy spot at home! Visit our online auction platform and make a difference in our community.
A huge thanks to our incredible local and national partners for contributing to this festive collection. Let the joy of giving begin!
Help spread the holiday cheer! Visit our website to learn more: https://letsshiftgears.org/holiday-auction

Shop 75% Off During Black Friday at Buffalo Exchange
2024-11-29 11:00 - 2024-11-30 19:00
Shop a special selection of clothes, shoes and accessories for 75% off at our first-ever Black Friday Sale Fri 11/29 — Sat 11/30. Plus, enter our raffle for a chance to win a $25 Buffalo Exchange gift card and spin the wheel to win a prize. Friday only, come in to shop an hour early and score a free canvas tote if you’re one of our first 10 customers!

NIGHT MARKET AND LUMINARY WALK
2024-11-30 16:30 - 21:30
Hosted by Blaine Harbor Music Festival, this event funds camp scholarships and traditionally free summer concerts in down town Blaine.
This event will feature a small market, adult competitions, Live Music, Carollers, Crafts for the kids and a few fire pits to stay warm by while drinking mulled wine, beer, hot cocoa or cider. We also will have a sweet Luminary walk along Cain Creek with lights.
General admission is $10.00 and $25.00 for a family of 5.

Birchwood Garden Club's December 4th Meeting
2024-12-04 19:00 - 21:00
Birchwood Garden Club
Birchwood Garden Club
Established 1931-Bellingham, Washington
Planting Seeds of Friendship throughout our Community
December Topic: Creating a Garden at the NW Flower and Garden Show
The December 4, 2024 meeting of the Birchwood Garden Club will be held in the Rotunda Room of the Old City Hall Museum, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham, WA 98225. Doors open at 6:30 PM.
The speaker for the evening will be Roger Ragusa General Manager at Wells Nursery. Wells Nursery has been a Garden Creator for the NW Flower and Garden Show three times. For each garden they used a different approach. Roger will share his collective experiences throughout the process, from the introductory and beginning stages to the finished product. He will be happy to take questions both during and after his talk. Please join us for what promises to be an interesting and informative presentation.
The Birchwood Garden Club is accepting applications from non-profit organizations in Whatcom and Skagit counties to help support projects that are related to horticulture, agriculture or related fields. Applications for up to $500 can be found at birchwoodgardenclub.org and will be accepted until December 31 and awarded in February.
Birchwood Garden Club membership is open to anyone in Whatcom or Skagit Counties. You are invited to join us at our monthly meetings where we will have membership brochures to join. Check out our website, www.birchwoodgardenclub.org to see the fun activities and community services our club does! You can also join us on Instagram and Facebook @ Birchwood Garden Club.

December FREE FIRST FRIDAY!
2024-12-06 12:00 - 21:00
Winters are cold, so get warm with textile crafts! In December, join us as we embark on a cozy adventure and explore the world of fiber arts with local makers and creatives. As always, our activities are available to crafters of all ages! Visit the Whatcom Museum website for all the details.
SPECIAL STORYTIME WITH AUTHOR STEFANIE FIELDS
10:30 am
BABY & TODDLER MUSIC CLASSES AT THE FIG WITH TABER DARLAND
11 – 11:30 am & 11:30 am – noon
SHIBORI TIE-DYEING WITH SERAFIMA ZAVOROTNY AND FIONA FERGUSON
12:30 – 2:30 pm
WOVEN COASTERS WITH NAOMI WHITING
1 – 4 pm
SPINNING DEMONSTRATION WITH HEATHER SEEVERS
2 – 4 pm
WET FELTING IN THE FIG WITH JANIE PEMBLE
3 – 5 pm
DIY DRYER BALLS WITH NORTHWEST YARNS
4 – 6 pm
BELLINGHAM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: MEET A MUSICIAN
4 – 4:30 pm
KNIT NIGHT WITH MONK SLIPPERS JAZZ QUARTET
5 – 7 pm
Website: https://www.whatcommuseum.org/free-first-friday/#december

Free Fridays in the Open Art Studio!
2024-12-06 13:00 - 2026-02-06 15:00
From 1–3 PM on (almost) every Friday, stop by Make.Shift’s Open Art Studio and craft whatever you’d like with the supplies and tools we have available (including vintage magazines and collage materials, paint of all kinds, pens, pencils, yarn, embroidery thread, and fabric)! Refreshments available.
For accessibility information, visit makeshiftartspace.org/accessibility.
Always all-ages!
Make.Shift Art Space
306 Flora St.
Bellingham, WA 98225

FABulously Festive First Friday
2024-12-06 17:00 - 21:00
FABulous friends, it’s time for our third annual holiday market! Join us at December’s First Friday Art Walk for art, gift ideas, a new gallery show, open studios, and more! Enjoy hot apple cider and adult refreshments, snap your picture in the photo booth, and give the Naughty or Nice Wheel a spin!
The FAB Studios are multiple artist studios under one roof – our artists and artisans are creating on both the 1st and 2nd floors. For this night we’ll also have multiple guest artists!
Friday, December 6th from 5-9pm
314 E Holly St, Downtown Bellingham.

Shrek the Musical
2024-12-06 19:00 - 2024-12-07 20:30, 2024-12-07 14:00 - 2024-12-08 15:30, 2024-12-13 19:00 - 2024-12-14 20:30, 2024-12-14 14:00 - 2024-12-15 15:30
Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named… Shrek! Based on the DreamWorks classic, this musical tells the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Performed by BAAY students ages 11-12.

The Secret Garden, The Musical
2024-12-06 19:30 - 2024-12-21 22:00
Theater Arts Guild presents the beloved classic and Tony Award-winning production The Secret Garden, The Musical, directed by Dr. Terri Brown and music directed by David Brown.
Step into a world where magic blooms and hearts heal. This isn’t just a show; it’s a journey of forgiveness and renewal, set to enchant audiences like never before.
Prepare to be whisked away to a place of wonder, beauty, and the powerful magic of nature. The Secret Garden, The Musical is based on Frances Hodgson Burnett’s timeless novel and reimagined with breathtaking music and captivating narrative. It’s more than a musical; it’s a place where lost things are found, and dreams come to life.
Lincoln Theatre, Mount Vernon WA
Box Office 360-336-8955
lincolntheatre.org
December 6 – 21, 2024
tickets: $20 – $34 applicable fees.
DISCOUNT NIGHT: Thursday, December 12: $20 all seats + applicable fees.
712 South 1st Street, Mount Vernon WA

Handmade Holidays: Taylor Swift Bracelets
2024-12-07 12:00 - 16:00
Craving a cozy holiday craft party? Join us in the Old City Hall’s Rotunda Room to create crafts that celebrate the season and make the perfect gifts. We’ll have a different activity each week with versions appropriate for our youngest visitors and seasoned crafters alike. Free fun for the whole family!
On December 7, we’re calling all Swifties to create friendship bracelets at the museum. Use beaded letters to create a custom bracelet for a friend or build a tradeable tribute to your favorite pop star.
Crafts are free! Admission to Old City Hall is by donation through the month of December.

December Drop In Childcare Weekend!
2024-12-07 18:15 - 2024-12-09 17:15
Drop in childcare weekend at Peace Centers! Need to attend a class, get some cleaning done, go shopping? We are open all weekend for you. Experienced and background checked teachers, small ratio. Ages 6 months-11 years. See QR code for details and registration.

Holiday Ukulele Concert
2024-12-08 15:00 - 16:00
Enjoy the splendor of Old City Hall, festooned in its holiday finest, while celebrating the songs of the season with the Community Ukulele Players (CUP).
Admission to Old City Hall is by donation through the month of December.

Comedy Night Benefit Show
2024-12-11 19:00 - 21:00
Press pause on the holiday rush and join us for an evening of joy and laughter while supporting Road2Home.
Get ready for a night full of laughter at our Comedy Night event! Join us as we bring together hilarious comedians for a great cause. All proceeds will go to Road2Home to support the homeless community.
Come and enjoy a fun evening while making a difference in the lives of those in need. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to laugh and give back! Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-night-to-benefit-road2home-tickets-1030124208237?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Winter Wonder
2024-12-13 19:00 - 21:00
Bellingham Community Chorus presents seasonal music, with some singalong selections, in a family-friendly concert. Tickets online at www.bellinghamcommunitychorus.org or at the door. $20 per person; ages 12 and under are free

Holiday History Hi-Jinks with the Good Time Girls
2024-12-13 19:00 - 21:00
Hooray! It’s time once again for “Holiday History Hi-jinks” the Good Time Girls’ annual celebration of holiday themed Belling-history, this year with an ELECTRIC twist!
Featuring holiday history, carols, trivia, and surprises! Festive dress encouraged – prizes for best holiday attire! Browse the Spark Museum!
Doors at 7 Program at 7:30.
Seating first-come first serve.
FRIDAY DECEMBER 13, 2024 7-10 pm
At The Spark Museum of Electrical Invention
1312 Bay Street, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
$30 21+ with valid ID
Light snacks and no-host bar.

Handmade Holidays: LEGO Ornaments
2024-12-14 12:00 - 16:00
Craving a cozy holiday craft party? Join us in the Old City Hall’s Rotunda Room to create crafts that celebrate the season and make the perfect gifts. We’ll have a different activity each week with versions appropriate for our youngest visitors and seasoned crafters alike. Free fun for the whole family!
On December 14, LEGO® Master contestant Brad Bergman will supply holiday cheer with custom buildable LEGO® sets. Work with Brad to build a festive LEGO® ornament and while you’re at the museum, don’t forget to vote for Old City Hall on LEGO® Ideas!
Crafts are free! Admission to Old City Hall is by donation through the month of December.

To Whom It May Concern
2024-12-14 19:30 - 21:00
A live monthly show where folks read their letters on stage; real letters they’ve written or received, correspondence back and forth, old family letters, letters from various local archives and those letters we only wish we could write. December letter readers include: Erika Crichton, Brady McAtee, Silvana Clark, Dartanian London and Jayne Entwistle with special guest musician Allijah Motika.

Classic Carols
2024-12-15 14:00 - 15:00
Enjoy the splendor of Old City Hall, festooned in its holiday finest, while listening to your favorite holiday songs sung by the students of the Brooke Bates Music Studio.
Admission to Old City Hall is by donation through the month of December.

Benefit Concert for the Children of Gaza
2024-12-19 18:30 - 21:00
Benefit Concert to help the Children of Gaza. Thursday December 19, 6:30 pm at the Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 1314 Harris Ave. Doors open at 5:30 pm. $10-whatever you can give, All proceeds to Middle East Children’s Alliance. Featuring: House Kat, Giants Causeway Due, JT and the Blue Impressions. With Michale Jacobsen, back from the West Bank A community gathering – listen, dance, give. Contact: jeanbham@gmail.com
