Welcome Spring! Crocuses in Watercolor
2025-03-20 11:30 - 14:00 (America/Denver)
Let’s ring in Spring on the first day of the season by painting one of Spring’s earliest flowers, the Crocus! In this one-day watercolor workshop, instructor Angela Wright will guide students through the process while students gain insight into this fun medium and learn valuable, fundamental techniques. Students will walk away with their own beautiful rendition of this sweet flower. This class is great for beginning and experienced painters alike.
Class Fee: $45
Materials Fee: $5
Ages: Teens and Adults 13+
Registration Deadline: 3/09 12 PM

Jenner Fox Band
2025-03-20 19:30 - 21:00
The Lincoln Theatre is proud to present Jenner Fox Band and the music of Paul Simon.
Jenner Fox Band brings new life to Paul Simon’s beloved catalog. The idea for the tribute project came to the band backstage on the eve of the 2020 election when someone started playing “American Tune,” and they discovered their mutual reverence for Simon’s music. The project, which they call “National Guitar,” sold out its first show at the Alberta Rose Theatre in Portland and has continued to delight audiences up and down the west coast with a range of Simon’s music from Garfunkle to Graceland and everywhere in-between. Come prepared to sing along, groove, and celebrate some of the finest music from a true American original.
The five-piece band features piano, organ, electric guitar, bass, dobro, acoustic guitar, and layered vocal harmony. The night begins with a set of original material from the Jenner Fox Band before they turn to their tribute to Paul Simon.

Cozy Comedy Presents: Susan Rice
2025-03-21 19:30 - 21:00
Cozy Comedy presents: Susan Rice live onstage at the Lincoln Theatre!
Cozy Comedy is bringing one of the most viral comedians to the Lincoln Theatre. Named “Portland’s Funniest Person,” Susan Rice recently found massive online success with a “Don’t Tell Comedy” special that has garnered over 65 million views in 5 months! She’s also gained over 120,000 Instagram followers since her audition with America’s Got Talent!
More than that, Susan is a comedy legend! In her 40+ years of comedy, she’s made appearances on ABC, NBC, HBO, Showtime, Comedy Central, and more. She’s worked with Jerry Seinfeld, George Carlin, Arsenio Hall, Louis Black and so many more. Do not miss your chance to see this amazing show!

COZY COMEDY PRESENTS: SUSAN RICE
2025-03-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Lincoln Theatre, 712 S 1st St., Mt Vernon, WA, 98273
Following great success with her “Don’t Tell Comedy” special, Susan Rice is hitting the stage in Mount Vernon. Featured on “America’s Got Talent” and previously voted Portland’s Funniest Person, Rice has proven she’s got the chops to get us rolling, so don’t miss your chance to laugh along with her at Lincoln Theater! 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon, 360.419.7129, lincolntheatre.org

WORKING
2025-03-21 19:30 - 2025-03-30 20:30
WORKING The Musical, based on the book by Studs Terkel
Produced by Bellingham TheatreWorks and Options High School
Options High School Theatre, 2015 Franklin St, Bellingham, WA
March 21, 22, 28, 29, 30
Friday and Saturday at 7:30 and Sunday at 2:00
Tickets: $25 general, $10 Students
www.BellinghamTheatreWorks.org
Questions or accommodations call 360-209-5599
Bellingham TheatreWorks in partnership with Options High School drama department presents the musical WORKING, based on the book by Studs Terkel. WORKING tells stories of working people’s jobs and lives. Characters in the musical have jobs as varied as receptionist, stonemason, schoolteacher, flight attendant, trucker, cleaning woman, migrant worker, editor, tech support, and fast-food worker.
Formed in 2014 by Steve Lyons and Mark Kuntz, the non-profit Bellingham TheatreWorks has a history of producing high-quality theater that encourages audiences to widen their perspective on significant issues, with an emphasis on Pacific Northwest subjects. BTW productions have been accomplished with strong community involvement from a wide variety of organizations.
Options High School, a Title 1 school, is the Bellingham School District’s alternative high school. Students may choose Options for a variety of reasons, including difficulty fitting into a traditional high school setting, needing a higher level of attention, or requiring flexibility with attendance.
Options is a “community-based” school that provides opportunities for students to go out into the community and for community members to come into the school. As such, this collaboration between Bellingham TheatreWorks and Options is a perfect fit with the Options mission.
Options has a new, gorgeous state-of-the-art theatre. The Options drama department is headed by English teacher Leslie Adamson. Adamson sees great potential for her students to make connections by participating in a musical in collaboration with a professional organization such as Bellingham TheatreWorks.
With over 15 student actors/singers/technicians/crew members from Options High School and over 20 adults from Bellingham TheatreWorks, this is a major, feel-good production! Come enjoy this jubilant celebration of everyday people. WORKING!
WORKING-2012 REVISED VERSION is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

HONEYWAGON RUNS
2025-03-22 09:00 - 17:00
The Honeywagon Runs are a series of running events held at the Nooksack Valley Middle School. The events for the day consist of a half-mile marathon, a 4-mile run, and a kid’s fun run. Runs cost anywhere from $10 to $45 with the winner of the half marathon being awarded $100 and the winner of the 4-mile run being awarded $50. 9 a.m., Nooksack Valley Middle School, 404 W Columbia St., Everson, 360.201.5749, gbrc.net

Spring Makers Market at the Depot
2025-03-22 10:00 - 16:00
Join us Saturday, March 22nd, for the 3rd annual Spring Makers Market at the Depot Market Square in downtown Bellingham. Hosted by Bellingham Makers Market, this vibrant event celebrates the arrival of spring with over 90 local artisans and food trucks, offering a variety of handmade goods and delicious bites. As the season changes, it’s the perfect time to discover fresh, creative products and enjoy the local community. The market is open from 10am to 4pm—come out and support local makers as we welcome the season of renewal!

Sensory Friendly Film IF
2025-03-22 12:00 - 13:00
From writer and director John Krasinski, IF is about a girl named Bea (Cailey Fleming) who discovers that she can see everyone’s imaginary friends, as she embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten “IF”s with their kids.
Ryan Reynolds co-stars as Cal, an adult who can also see imaginary friends and who enlists Bea’s help.

Visual Basics: The Nose
2025-03-22 13:00 - 15:00
Saturday, March 22nd from 1-3pm at MakeShift Art Space (306 Flora St.) $15, NOTAFLOF. Facilitated by local artist Zion Georges (@zionartistry).
An introductory workshop focused on understanding and drawing the anatomy and structure of the nose. We will also explore with instructions on using charcoal to capture the form of the nose through shading and line work.
All ages and experience levels are welcome!
No one is turned away for lack of funds. Additionally, sliding scale pricing is available. Please contact us for this option.
Email education@makeshiftartspace.org with any questions or concerns.
Materials are included in the cost of the workshop.

WOOL WAULKING WITH SLIGHE NAN GAIDHEAL
2025-03-22 14:00 - 17:00
Members of Slighe nan Gaidheal, Washingtong’s Scottish Gaelic society, will be demonstrating the ancient tradition of waulking the tweed at Northwest Yarns & Mercantile. Cloth workers sit and sing as they work the wool by passing it between them and beating it rhythmically against the table, tightening and softening the fabric. You’ll have the chance to learn, observe, and participate! 2 p.m., Northwest Yarns & Mercantile, 206 W. Magnolia St., Bellingham, 360.738.0167, nwyarns.com

SONGS FOR THE SOUL; Benefit recital for St. Paul’s music program
2025-03-22 17:00 - 18:00
Saturday, March 22, 5:00pm. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St, Bellingham, WA 98225. Acclaimed soprano, Sherrie Kahn, presents a solo recital in support of Music-St. Paul’s. She will be joined by pianist and vocal coach, Jay Rozendaal, of Seattle Opera, WWU and St. Paul’s. The program will include works of Barber, Brahms, Mozart and a special world premiere by Scott Henderson, “We Sing.” This concert is a benefit for the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church music program. Tickets: $25, available at https://music-stpauls.org/. For more information: (360) 733 2890 or music@stpaulsbellingham.org.

The Circus of Second Chances
2025-03-22 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-03-23 15:00 - 16:30
Acrobatic Conundrum presents “The Circus of Second Chances” featuring rope acrobatics, Cyr wheel, handbalancing, live baking, and clown.
On a relentless quest for wonder, three veteran acrobats let their imaginations run wild to fulfill secret longings. Fluent in the language of circus, Acrobatic Conundrum’s principal performers melt the fourth wall to reveal their flaws and journeys to redemption. The audience plays a vital part in The Circus of Second Chances, in which ropes are dancescapes, trapezes are windows to the soul, and spinning hoops are portals to infinite possibility. In our homes we are out at sea, on our living room couch we find ourselves on an epic odyssey; so much rests upon the fate of a dozen lemons. Leveraging their long running friendships with each other, Emma Curtiss, Melissa Knowles, and Terry Crane put all their talents and quirky craftiness into this dada circus romp. They climb, cavort, invert, revert, and subvert in this capricious acrobatic piece as they ask, “What does your heart wish for?”
Appropriate for all ages. 85 minutes.
Performers: Emma Curtiss, Melissa Knowles, and Terry Crane. Music written and performed by Kamila Nasr

BSO: MAKING WAVES
2025-03-23 08:00 - 17:00
The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra is bringing the wonders of the outdoors to the Mount Baker theatre with this nature inspired concert! Enjoy pieces such as John Williams’ “Jaws” theme and “Cantus Arcticus, Concerto for Birds and Orchestra,” and listen to guest pianist Jessica Choe of the Seattle Symphony. With tickets starting at just $15, you don’t want to miss this musical masterpiece! 3 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham, 360.734.6080, bellinghamsymphony.org

Bitters Making 7.0
2025-03-26 18:00 - 20:00
Get ready to mix, blend, and craft your own signature bitters! In this hands-on class, you’ll experiment with a variety of herbs, aromatics, and spirits to create two unique bitters to take home. We’ll provide everything you need—mason jars, dropper bottles, and expert guidance—to help you perfect your flavors. Whether you’re a cocktail enthusiast or just love a good DIY project, this class is a fun and flavorful way to elevate your home bar. Don’t miss out—let’s get bitter!

43RD ANNUAL SICBA HOME SHOW
2025-03-28 08:00 - 2025-03-30 17:00 | Skagit County Fairgrounds, 501 Taylor St., Mount Vernon, WA, 98273, United States
Ahead of next month’s Whatcom County Home & Lifestyle Show, the Skagit/Island Counties Builders Association Home Show will hold their 43rd annual show at the Skagit County Fairgrounds! It’s the largest home and garden vendor event in the counties, plus food trucks, talks, and fun events for the whole family. Skagit County Fairgrounds, 501 Taylor St., Mount Vernon, 360.757.6916, sicba.org/home-show

We’ll be there too! Come visit us at the Bellingham Alive booth for a chat and some free magazines.

Fritz & The Freeloaders- Live Music at Hotel Leo
2025-03-28 19:00 - 22:00
Enjoy a beverage, share a snack, or savor dinner as you listen to the melodies of Fritz and the Freeloaders at Amendment 21.
About the Band
All styles: Rock, Pop, Country, Ska, Blues, Funk. All eras: 60’s to present day. So many different artists: Beatles, Petty, Gorillaz, Everly Brothers.
But wait! Who is Fritz? He was our original bass player’s guide dog, the ever-lovable golden lab. When Dave left the name stuck, and Fritz evolved from a flesh-and-blood presence to a logo of mythological proportions.

Skagit Community Band Presents "Cinema Paradiso" Free Concert
2025-03-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-03-30 15:00 - 17:00
The Skagit Community Band Presents:
“Cinema Paradiso”
Music from the Silver Screen
Join the Skagit Community Band as we perform music from popular and obscure movies and shows. Soundtrack selections from the composers: Ennio Morricone (Cinema Paradiso, Moments From Morricone), John Williams (Cowboys, and Catch Me If You Can), Alan Menken (Disney’s Hercules Highlights) and Hiroshi Miyagawa (Space Battleship Yamato) , just to name a few. Concerts at Maple Hall in La Conner Friday March 28, at 7:30, and The Westminster Presbyterian Church in Anacortes (across from the Anacortes Public Library) Sunday March 30, at 3:00. Free Admission, donation gladly accepted. For more information please visit our website: Skagitcommunityband.org.

Pacific Northwest Opera Presents Dvořák's "Rusalka"
2025-03-28 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-03-30 13:30 - 16:30
“Rusalka” is based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid”. Disney adapted and changed the original story to have a happy ending unlike the original. Although mostly known by American audiences as the composer of the stirring “New World Symphony”, Antonin Dvořák was a prolific composer of opera and “Rusalka” is among the most frequently performed operas around the world.
Sung in Czech with English Subtitles. Pre-concert lecture in the hall 45 minutes prior to performance.
28 March 7:30 PM
30 March 1:30 PM
4 April 7:30 PM
6 April 1:30 PM
https://purchase.mcintyrehall.org/EventAvailability?EventId=5001

43rd Annual SICBA Home Show
2025-03-28 22:00 - 2025-03-30 18:00
The Annual SICBA Home Show is back on March 28th, 29th, and 30th at the Skagit County Fairgrounds in Burlington, WA! This must-attend event is perfect for homeowners, DIY enthusiasts, and anyone planning a building or renovation project.
Explore the latest trends in home improvement, design, and construction, connect with local vendors, and discover innovative products and expert advice to bring your ideas to life. Hosted by the Skagit/Island Counties Builders Association (SICBA), this family-friendly event is a great way to support your local community while turning your home dreams into reality.
Visit https://www.sicba.org/home-show/ for more details! Contact Pam Sheedy at Pam@sicba.org for additional information.

Curious about Curios, Making Gaffes: Plants
2025-03-29 10:30 - 12:30
Cabinets of curiosity have a long-standing tradition, ranging from a single bottle to an entire room. And as long as humans have been curious, we have been making gaffs, fake curiosities (often passed off as real). In each of these three classes, we will fill as many jars as we can (one and maybe two at least) with different fake curios. We will also discuss display of our curios and talk the history of curios as desired by the class. You can sign up for each date individually; they are all stand-alone classes, but you will learn different techniques in each class. In this class, you will build a plant themed gaff.
Class Fee: $25
Materials Fee: $5
Ages: Teens and Adults 13+
Registration Deadline: 3/28 12 PM
Materials to Bring: Please bring a small wide mouth jar of your choosing to class.
Example: https://www.michaels.com/product/mini-glass-round-jar-with-latch-by-ashland-10226380
This Curio class will be focused on Plants: various colorful papers of various thicknesses(or $5 for a small pack in class), thin wire as for jewelry (or $3 for 3 feet in class), wire cutters (some will be on hand if you don’t have them), sharp scissors, various yarns and threads (or $5 for a small pack in class), cold silicon glue or Elmer’s glue (or $5 for some in class).

Bubbles and Optics Fused Glass Workshop
2025-03-29 13:00 - 15:00
Create an amazing, fused glass piece that reveals a perfect array of tiny bubbles trapped inside or presents an optical illusion of lines growing wider and narrower in a checkerboard pattern. These pieces incorporate simple tricks based on the behavior of glass when it runs through the kiln at a full processing temperature of about 1450 degrees! All supplies are included. Pieces will be available for pick up a week after the class.
Class Fee: $55
Ages: Adults 16+
Registration Deadline: 3/28 12 PM

Chili Feed and Rock & Roll
2025-03-29 17:00 - 21:00
Enjoy chili and dance to 50s/60s rock & roll with Fossil Rock, on Sat. 3/29 at the Rome Grange, for a fundraiser to support local law enforcement, sponsored by the Bellingham Chapter of the International Footprint Association. Food at 5pm and music begins at 6pm. 21+ with full bar available. Includes silent auction and money draws. Cash or check only. Questions – contact Steve at 360-223-8744 or stevesteele@hotmail.com

Birchwood Garden Club's April 2, 2025 Meeting
2025-04-02 19:00 - 21:00
Birchwood Garden Club
Established 1931-Bellingham, Washington
Planting Seeds of Friendship throughout our Community
The April 2, 2025 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 6:30PM.
Topic: Getting In Shape for Gardening
(This program was rescheduled due to the meeting cancellation in February.)
The speaker for the evening will be Eric Short-Miller, DPT, from the Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center of Bellingham who will speak on “Getting in Shape for Gardening.”
We’ve all been there. Spring arrives and we’re ready to get outside and garden. Of course since we’ve been sitting around doing nothing all winter, our body isn’t anywhere near in shape enough to bend and stretch and lift and everything else that goes along with the gardening process. Eric is going to tell us how to fix that.
Eric is a co-founder of the Fyzical Therapy Center of Bellingham. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
and Doctorate of Physical Therapy. He is involved in the community, guest lecturing and teaching Tai Chi, as well as trying to improve his balance while out paddle boarding with his wife. Eric enjoys working with foot and ankle problems and balance issues, and is certified by the McKenzie Institute in Mechanical Spine evaluation and treatment. Please join us!!!
Birchwood Garden Club membership is open to anyone in Whatcom or Skagit Counties. You are invited to join us at our monthly meetings. Membership brochures will be available.
Check 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.

Chanticleer Authors Conference and International Book Awards
2025-04-03 09:00 - 2025-04-06 05:00
Bellingham welcomes authors around the world to the 2025 Chanticleer Authors Conference (CAC2025). Learn from bestselling authors, including award-winning author J.D. Barker, in Masterclasses, Workshops, and Panels. Celebrate this year’s best books at the Chanticleer International Book Awards (CIBA) and meet the authors at the “Books by the Bay” Book Fair at Village Books – Fairhaven on Sunday, April 6th!
Find out more on the Chanticleer Book Reviews website.
Tickets required. Space is limited. Register today!

Play On!
2025-04-04 07:30 - 2025-04-20 22:00
A rag-tag theater group tries their hardest to put on a show, but the playwright’s revisions become a big obstacle.

Watercolor Bunny and Spring Flowers
2025-04-04 15:00 - 18:00
In this one day workshop, instructor Angela Wright will guide students through painting a watercolor cottontail bunny sitting in Spring flowers. Students will walk away with a beautiful, seasonal painting, as well as a newfound appreciation for watercolor and various new techniques. For beginning and intermediate artists alike.
Class Fee: $48
Materials Fee: $8
Ages: Teens and Adults 16+
Registration Deadline: 4/03 12 PM

Pacific Northwest Opera Presents Dvořák's "Rusalka"
2025-04-04 19:30 - 22:30
“Rusalka” is based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid”. Disney adapted and changed the original story to have a happy ending unlike the original. Although mostly known by American audiences as the composer of the stirring “New World Symphony”, Antonin Dvořák was a prolific composer of opera and “Rusalka” is among the most frequently performed operas around the world.
Sung in Czech with English Subtitles. Pre-concert lecture in the hall 45 minutes prior to performance.
https://purchase.mcintyrehall.org/EventAvailability?EventId=5001
28 March 7:30 PM
30 March 1:30 PM
4 April 7:30 PM
6 April 1:30 PM
