OPUS Performing Arts is proud to present The Nutcracker in collaboration with Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth (BAAY) on December 18-19. Audiences will enjoy this classic winter ballet with a unique theatrical twist. The Nutcracker features OPUS’ younger ballet students as cupcakes, peppermints, gingersnaps and other denizens of the Kingdom of Sweets, as well as their advanced dancers in the classic roles of Nutcracker Prince, Peacock and the Sugar...
Reclaiming the once-pejorative term “nerd” to mean anyone who obsesses over created content, we’re taking a glimpse into the artistic side of nerd culture and our innate desire to expand upon the creative content we love. With artwork ranging from literary illustration to comics to game design, this exhibit celebrates the irrepressible creativity and playfulness of nerd culture in the Northwest. Hosted by PAFAC and NOLS Port Angeles Main Library and co-curated by Sarah Jane & Ginny Holladay. Locations:...
Gallery Syre launches its first Whatcom County Youth Artist Exhibition, featuring artists in Grades 6 through 13. A jury of 5 people, including David Syre’s art curator, Ana Palacio, has nominated three winners from a large range of applications. 6 other special nominees will be shown at the final exhibition that will officially open on December 7th, 2019 and stay open through February 27th, 2020. “The selection process was not easy and we were all very impressed by the...
In this 5-week evening class you will learn basic jewelry fabrication techniques including: annealing, sawing, piercing, filing, texturing, soldering, forming, and polishing using non-ferrous metals. You will use BMAG's jewelry tools and equipment, in a safe, supportive, creative environment and you can expect to finish one to two interesting pieces using these basic skills. No experience necessary! Prerequisites: Open to adults, 18 years or older, wanting...
Please come join us on the 1st Sat of every month at the VFW Post #1585 for good music, company and drinks.
The documentary Interlacements will be shown at the Jansen Art Center on Saturday, Feb. 1, at 4 PM in the Chamber Hall. This movie...
Be our guest! Join us for a festive evening to benefit Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth, and support equal access to arts education in our community. Saturday, February 1 from 6:00-9:00 PM at the Sylvia Center for the Arts. Enjoy drinks, light appetizers, fundraising activities, and a showcase of incredible talent from BAAY’s Theatre program. Learn about BAAY’s impact in...
Meet author Mitzi Szereto, editor of The Best New True Crime Stories: Serial Killers (listed in "Top 5 True Crime Books to Read" by CrimeReads). Listen to her read, participate in a Q&A session, and get your book signed. This will be a spellbinding evening! Start time is 7pm! THE...
In this hands-on, one-day workshop students will learn basic metal fabrication techniques to create a pair of earrings. Techniques include: design, sawing, piercing, filing, texturing, soldering, and stamping. Everyone will leave with at least one set of earrings. A great gift idea! Workshop Facilitator: Lisa Dailey. Prerequisites: Open to adults, 18 years or older,...
Bellingham Community Chorus - Come Sing With Us The Bellingham Community Chorus is welcoming back returning members and seeking new additional singers. We are building the chorus, especially more tenors and basses. Currently the membership is approximately 65 members, representing every community in Whatcom County. BCC is a non-auditioned chorus, performing SATB selections. Rob...
Award winning jazz vocalist and educator Alexis Cole from NY joins up with Vancouver’s own Cory Weeds for a distinctive, memorable evening of jazz. "A deep contralto as smooth and dark as the richest espresso.” — Jazz Times Alexis Cole (piano, vocals) and Cory Weeds (saxophones) Concert at 7 PM. Tickets available at the door after 6PM. $20 general, $5 students, Jazz Center members...
Join us on Orcas Island for the 8th Annual San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit! Gather with 150 local farmers, food producers and more for a weekend of education, inspiration,...
