Bellingham Alive

Gina Touche and Friends
2024-01-05 19:00 (America/Denver)
Gina Touche and Friends will be at the Lincoln for Live music, Drag, and performance! Don’t miss this joyful addition from Gina Touche!

The Snow Queen
2024-01-06 14:00, 2024-01-07 14:00
Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents The Snow Queen! Jump into this playful remix of the fairy tale. Featuring a dash of Hans Christian Anderson, a sprinkling of Fairy Tale
Theatre (on Showtime in the 80’s), and original music by the amazing Steve Barnes, a former Musical Director at BAAY. Get ready for talking reindeer, flying sleighs, goblins in space, and the Northern Lights! BAAY will hold four weekends featuring four different casts of their junior production, which features students ages 9-12. You don’t want to miss out on all the festive fun! Performances run December 1 – January 7 at the BAAY Theatre. Tickets and more information at baay.org.

Oleaje Flamenco & The Blue Room Present | Flamenco Feroz ft. singer, dancer and percussionist Jose Moreno of NYC
2024-01-06 19:00
Oleaje Flamenco creates electrifying, passionate and uplifting Flamenco productions that transmit the authentic heart of Flamenco. Oleaje Flamenco’s Amelia Moore (dance), Daniel Azcarate (vocals) and Jed Miley (guitar) are joined by powerhouse Jose Moreno of NYC. Jose is a singer, dancer, percussionist and guitarist who was born into a family of Flamenco artists and whose illustrious career includes working with the legendary Flamenco singer Carmen Linares, latin jazz pianist Chano Dominguez, and with the Metropolitan Opera’s 2014-2019 ‘Carmen’ in NYC among many more. Today, Jose is in high demand for his creativity, musicality, power and mastery of the moods and rhythms of Flamenco.
Doors open 7 PM, show starts at 8 PM.
Tickets are $25.
https://blueroombham.com/tickets-events/#/events?event_id=87604

Oleaje Flamenco Presents | Flamenco Feroz ft. Jose Moreno of NYC
2024-01-06 19:00 - 22:00
Oleaje Flamenco creates electrifying, passionate and uplifting Flamenco productions that transmit the authentic heart of Flamenco. Oleaje Flamenco’s Amelia Moore (dance), Daniel Azcarate (vocals) and Jed Miley (guitar) are joined by powerhouse Jose Moreno of NYC. Jose is a singer, dancer, percussionist and guitarist who was born into a family of Flamenco artists and whose illustrious career includes working with the legendary Flamenco singer Carmen Linares, latin jazz pianist Chano Dominguez, and with the Metropolitan Opera’s 2014-2019 ‘Carmen’ in NYC among many more. Today, Jose is in high demand for his creativity, musicality, power and mastery of the moods and rhythms of Flamenco.
Saturday January 6th
Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm
202 E Holly St. #301 Bellingham, WA 98225
www.blueroombham.com
info@blueroombham.com

2024 Vision Board Party
2024-01-07 13:00 - 16:00
The 2024 Annual Vision Board Party is upon us. Join life coach, Mari Wuellner, and a room full of other women who are interested in casting a compelling vision to propel their 2024 goals and dreams. A Vision Board is a great way to ensure your goals stay front and center throughout the year. This event includes a pre & post party virtual trainings to ensure maximum success.
The afternoon will be filled with love, laughter and inspiration to help you kick 2024 off on the right foot.
bit.ly/2024VBP

Calendar Girls
2024-01-07 15:00 - 16:30
Film Series Documenting Grace – produced by Kuntz and Company presents “Calendar Girls” January 7th at 3:00 PM.
The love of dance and glitter bonds an unlikely group of 60-plus women in southwest Florida – The Calendar Girls. But under the veil of fake lashes and unicorn horns lurks the deeper truths of what aging women face within society. Sisterhood, love, loss – all come into play in this uplifting film about trying to age on your own terms and refusal to become invisible.
A feel good dance documentary directed and produced by Maria Loohufvud and Love Martinsen.

The Firebird
2024-01-12 19:00, 2024-01-13 14:00, 2024-01-13 19:00, 2024-01-14 14:00
Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents “The Firebird!” Based on the Russian fairy tale and adapted for the stage by Ian Bivins, this play follows Ivan and Marina on their quest to retrieve the Firebird. They face rivers of fire, evil witches and wizards, epic battles, and more! Featuring performers ages 9-12, “The Firebird” runs January 12-14 at the BAAY Theatre. Tickets and more info at baay.org.

Epic Queen: Queen Tribute at the Lincoln
2024-01-12 19:30 | Lincoln Theatre, 712 S 1st St., Mt Vernon, WA, 98273
With the sonic accuracy of the studio albums, the energy of their live concerts, and the persona of Freddie, Epic Queen aims to pay tribute to some of the best music created and deliver an authentic portrayal of Freddie Mercury.
Epic Queen’s last show was 100% sold out – get your tickets quick, because they won’t last!

The Magic of Elliot Hunter
2024-01-13 15:00
After honing his act for YEARS all over the country, Elliot Hunter returns to the Pacific Northwest to impress Skagit County once more!
Don’t miss Elliot Hunter on January 13th at 2 and 7PM

The Blue Room Presents | When Worlds Collide - A Drag Variety Show
2024-01-13 20:00 - 23:59
Location: The Blue Room
Date: Saturday January 13th
Start time: 8pm
End time: 11:59pm
Event website: www.blueroombham.com
Description: The Blue Room welcomes back one of our oldest recurring shows with the “Dead Of Winter” edition of the When Worlds Collide Drag Variety Show. Grab your raffle tickets at the entrance, watch the drag show and win prizes! Featured performers are Mx, Faye, Whorchata (of The Night Shift), Vivian Harlow, and of course your hosts Little Bo Peepz & Feather Fatale!

Happy Hour All Night at Lombardi’s!
2024-01-15 15:00 - 20:00
Join us every Monday for Happy Hour all night
Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar
360-714-8412
1620 W Marine View Drive
www.LombardisItalian.com

Bringing Up Baby
2024-01-16 19:03
Come see this classic film on our big screen!

Almost, Maine
2024-01-19 19:00, 2024-01-20 14:00, 2024-01-20 19:00, 2024-01-21 14:00
Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents “Almost, Maine.” This play, written by John Cariani and directed by Logan Hyer-Long, is comprised of short vignettes that explore love and loss in a remote, mythical almost-town called Almost, Maine. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend—almost—in this delightful midwinter night’s dream. “Almost, Maine” features performers ages 13-17 and runs January 19-21 at the BAAY Theatre. Tickets and more info at baay.org.

"Warrior Lawyers" PBS Documentary Screening at the Whatcom Museum
2024-01-21 15:00 - 16:00
Join us for a screening of the PBS documentary “Warrior Lawyers,” which is also featured in the Bellingham National exhibition at the Whatcom Museum. The film delves into the lives and work of Native American attorneys and judges at the forefront of issues like nation re-building, inter-generational trauma, the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), peacemaking, and tribal justice. Highlighting their cultural preservation and social justice efforts, “Warrior Lawyers” offers an insightful look into the challenges and triumphs within Native American communities.
“Warrior Lawyers” (2021) is a one-hour PBS documentary that focuses on the stories of Native American Lawyers, Tribal Judges and their colleagues who work with Native Nations, their citizens, and mainstream institutions to achieve healing and Sacred Justice. These unseen role models strive daily to address, repair, and resolve unique and complicated historical, governmental, legal, judicial, and social welfare issues, which are most often rooted in discrimination, historical trauma, and cultural destruction. Take a journey into past and present-day Indian Country to learn of untold stories that shine a light on Native Americans rising up to create a new path for today and for the next Seven Generations.
The screening is included with museum admission and is free for Whatcom Museum members.
(For those requiring accommodations: Unfortunately, this documentary does not have subtitles.)

Bar Cicotti Dinner & Curator Tour
2024-01-24 17:30 - 20:00
Enjoy a prix fixe three-course Italian dinner at Bar Cicotti inside the Lightcatcher building. Chef Jonathan Cicotti creates recipes rooted in his Italian family’s traditions from Cento in Northern Italy. After a tasty dinner, join Museum Curator of Art Amy Chaloupka in the Lightcatcher lobby to begin a tour of the exhibition Bellingham National: Acts of Healing and Repair. Dinner and tours are limited to 16 people. Dinner is served from 5:30–6:50 p.m., followed by the tour from 7 – 8 p.m. Your ticket includes your meal, a glass of wine, tax, and gratuity. (Guests who wish to purchase additional alcohol with their meals may do so separately at the restaurant.)
Prices: $63/ea for members, $73/ea for non-members
Dinner: 5:30 – 6:50 p.m.
Tour: 7 – 8 p.m.
Can’t make this date? We are also offering dinner & curator tours on December 13 and February 21.
To reserve your tickets:
https://bit.ly/dinnerandtour

Robbie Burns Day at Hotel Leo
2024-01-25 16:00 - 22:00
January 25 | 4 – 10pm
Traditional Scottish Dancing Performances | Scottish Dishes | Drink Specials
Raise a glass to a toast to Robbie Burns Day! Join us on January 25th for a spirited celebration of Scotland’s beloved poet, Robert Burns, inside Amendment 21! Embrace the rich Scottish heritage with an evening of fine Scotch specials and delectable Scottish-inspired dishes that will transport you straight to the heart of the Highlands.
The first Burns Night was held in 1801 by his close friends. They gathered on his birthday, five years after he passed, to remember and celebrate his life. They spent the evening enjoying a tasty meal, great scotch, and performed some of Robbie’s work. It was such a hit that a tradition was born, and we are still celebrating 223 years later!
Performances by The Scottish Dance Society will take place throughout the event.
For fifty years, the school has trained dancers in competitive and performance Scottish Highland Dance in Bellingham. The dancers are frequent performers at regional festivals and events. Students compete throughout the year and are regular performers at the summer Highland Games. The dancing is historically significant and energetic, athletic and graceful, and includes traditional dances like the Highland Fling and Sword Dance performed in traditional kilts to bagpipe music.

The Addams Family
2024-01-26 19:00, 2024-01-27 14:00
Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth (BAAY) presents “The Addams Family!” This is a comical musical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. Performed by two different casts of BAAY students ages 13-17, this show runs from January 26-28 and February 2-4 at the New Prospect Theatre. Tickets and more information at baay.org.

Sam Miller: LIVE COMEDY
2024-01-26 19:30
Sam’s been married for 11 years and has also been clean and sober for 14 years. Sam is the rare comedian who can joke about what it’s like to be a sober parent and what jail is like in Yakima. His unique story and authentic style has taken him to comedy clubs, theaters and dive bars across the county.
Sam’s career is on the rise! His first album and special, Round Trip, was recently recorded and filmed under the tutelage of Grammy-winning producer Dan Schlissel, whose indie label Stand Up! Records Sam had recently signed a three-album deal with.
Come see what the Hype is all about!

Chris Morgan: A Life In The Wild - From Pythons to Polar Bears
2024-01-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N Commercial St, Bellingham
Dive into life among bears and other big carnivores with renowned wildlife ecologist Chris Morgan! You’ll feel like you’re right there with Chris Morgan as he sloshes through jungles and crunches across the arctic sea ice pulling you into the fascinating and emotional stories of wonder and hope from our incredible planet. Morgan’s live event brings a captivating energy to the stage as he shares his work around the world as a conservationist, TV host, and podcast producer. His stories, stunning photographs, and beautiful film clips will leave you inspired, moved, entertained, and hopeful about the great things we can all do together for humans, other species, and our planet.

Ferndale Events Center Indoor Swap Meet
2024-01-27 09:00 - 2024-01-28 17:00
Exciting Announcement: The Ferndale Events Center presents the inaugural Indoor Swap Meet! Join us to explore a wide range of crafts, collectibles, furniture, antiques, and much more. Mark your calendars for January 27th and 28th, 2024, from 9 am to 5 pm. Best of all, admission is absolutely free! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to discover unique treasures.
For more information please email tina@cloud262.com or call 360 734 7832
