Jim Buk Tu concert
2024-08-25 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver)
Saturday August 25th from 4 – 7 pm
Straight out of Nooksack Valley! Amazing local band playing at Samson Estates Winery 1861 Van Dyk Rd Everson WA. That’s What I Like Island grill will have their Food Truck on site. $10 cover. Limited Seating in the pavilion, bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Please, no outside food or beverages.

To Whom It May Concern
2024-08-29 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 (and send). August letter writers include: Evelyn Symes, George Dyson, Holly Witte, Lantz Simpson, Martha Dyck, Marian Exall and Jayne Entwistle with Rosemary Smith accompanying the letters on a Celtic Harp.
$15/$10 students. Tix and info www.readyourletter.com

The Unknowns
2024-08-30 18:00 - 19:00
The Unknowns are a five-piece band whose music combines the sound of vintage jazz, blues and soul with a contemporary pop twist to create an upbeat and unforgettable sound. Featuring three-part vocal harmony backed by keyboard, guitar, ukulele, acoustic bass and drums, they approach original songs and timeless jazz standards with the same contemporary polish. Inspired by their love of R&B, motown, Broadway ballads and swing, their live performances showcase the band’s exceptional musicianship and fun, irreverent attitude that wins over audiences.
The Unknowns are Kim Bowman (vocals and piano), Caitie Bowell (vocals and guitars), Allison Bowman (vocals and ukulele), Sarah Yates (acoustic bass) and Melanie Sehman (drums).

Soulful Art Market
2024-08-30 18:00 - 21:00
Join us for a vibrant celebration of art, music, vendors, and Northwest Youth Services Omni Center Student art gallery. This event will be happening on Commercial St Block 6pm-9pm on August 30th. Hosted by Northwest Youth Services and 2bbproductions, this event will feature incredible BIPOC artists and creators showcasing their talent. Mark your calendars and join us for the Soulful Art Market. Check out our website for more information https://www.nwys.org/event-details/soulful-art-market. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Soft@nwys.org or Schantellp@nwys.org.

BAAY presents: CATS
2024-08-30 19:00 - 2024-08-31 21:00, 2024-08-31 14:00 - 2024-09-01 16:00
BAAY’s State Street Theatre Company presents CATS on August 23-25 and August 30-September 1 at the BAAY Theatre. This production features students ages 15-18 and is directed by Kaleb Van Rijswijck, music directed by Dylan Cisneros, and choreographed by Lisa Markowitz. Tickets and more info at baay.org!
CATS is an iconic Broadway musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. The Jellicle Cats come out to play on one special night of the year — the night of the Jellicle Ball. One by one they tell their stories for the amusement of Old Deuteronomy, their wise and benevolent leader, who must choose one of the Cats to ascend to The Heaviside Layer and be reborn into a whole new Jellicle life.

BMC Matinee Program with organist Dongho Lee
2024-09-04 10:30 - 11:30
Under the theme “Music to Your Ears,” the Bellingham Music Club opens its 109th season with a program at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Bellingham.
Renowned organist Dongho Lee presents solo organ masterworks of Bach, Mendelssohn, and Buck, alongside a world-premiere adaptation of Manuel Ponce’s Sonata for Guitar and Harpsichord with guitarist Eli Schille-Hudson.
Join us on Wednesday, September 4 at 10:30am, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St. in Bellingham (corner of Eldridge Ave.). Free and open to all. Family friendly. More about BMC on https://bellinghammusicclub.org/

BMC Night Beat presents organist Dongho Lee
2024-09-06 19:30 - 21:00
Bellingham Music Club’s season-opening program features renowned organist Dongho Lee, Director of Music at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Bellingham.
Dongho Lee presents solo organ masterworks of Bach, Mozart, Elgar, Buck, Mendelssohn, and Bovet alongside a world-premiere adaptation of Manuel Ponce’s Sonata for Guitar and Harpsichord with guitarist Eli Schille-Hudson.
Full-length BMC Night Beat is on Friday, September 6, 7:30pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St. in Bellingham (corner of Eldridge Ave.). No ticket purchase is required for Night Beat (we suggest a $20 donation). All are welcome and students are always free!
Find out more about about Dongho Lee on https://www.dongholee-organist.com/ and BMC’s 109th season “Music to Your Ears” on https://bellinghammusicclub.org/

Cash'd Out at Station 49 - The Premier Johnny Cash Show
2024-09-06 20:00 - 2024-09-07 22:00
Who doesn’t love Johnny Cash?! The Premier Johnny Cash Show is back! They’re back in Birch Bay after and AMAZING performance last year! Get your tickets now!
Tickets: station49.yapsody.com
“Some people are impressionists. These guys leave an impression”. Says Bill Miller, owner of JohnnyCash.com about Cash’d Out, a Las Vegas based band that channels Johnny Cash in about as close a manner to the real thing as it gets.
After thirteen years, traveling hundreds of thousands of miles on the road and winning over as many fans, fans who still continually tell the group how grateful they are that Cash’d Out so righteously carries the torch of the Johnny Cash Show.
This event is for all ages!

Ride the Teal Wave for Ovarian Cancer
2024-09-07 11:30 - 16:00 | Community Boating Center, 555 Harris Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
Help raise awareness and much-needed research funding for ovarian cancer Sept. 7 at Ride the Teal Wave. Bring your own or rent a kayak, standup paddleboard, canoe—any nonmotorized watercraft—and join us for a fun paddle in Bellingham Bay. We launch at noon. Afterward, join us for music, drinks, food and prizes at Skylark’s from 2-4 pm. Register at staaroc.co/tealwave

Whatcom Museum Gala: Archival Revival
2024-09-13 17:30 - 21:00
Cocktail hour courtesy of Chuckanut Bay Distillery, Kulshan Brewing, and Lone Birch Winery.
Live music by The Unknowns.
Dinner with locally sourced ingredients from Simply Sound Catering.
Performances by The Upfront Theatre, Swil Kanim, Julie Trimingham, and ¡Casineros del Parque!
Be a part of the revitalization of Old Fire Station No. 1, home to the Whatcom Museum’s archives! Your support will help fund the continued preservation of more than 200,000 images as we relocate them to a temperature-controlled wing and reopen the front of the building to the public with new exhibitions and improved archive access. Gala tickets and silent auction sales also directly support our exhibitions, programming, and educational experiences. Please join us to celebrate the arts – and history – that weave our community together.
Tickets and details online.

Open Roller Skate
2024-09-20 18:00 - 2025-01-10 20:00
Throw on your roller skates or roller blades and free skate with us! Bring your own skates; helmets and pads (elbow, knee, and wrist) recommended.
Fridays: Sept 20, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13, Jan 10
This is a free, drop-in program! No registration needed.

Bellingham Chamber Music Society Opening Concert
2024-09-22 15:00 - 17:00
Join BCMS for our opening concert that will feature Ralph Vaughan William’s luscious “Six Studies in English Folk song for bassoon and strings”, Ruth Gipps’ “Quintet for oboe, clarinet and strings”, and Beethoven’s inspirational “String Quartet No. 10 in Eb major, The Harp”. We will also be displaying photography from the winners of our photo contest, Portraits in Sound.
Concert on Sunday September 22nd at 3pm. Doors open at 2:30pm. Come early and enjoy a drink or our signature cocktail, Widdy’s Sunrise, from Amendment 21’s cash bar.
Season and single tickets on sale today!
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Preschool Craft Party
2024-09-23 09:00 - 2024-12-16 11:00
It’s a preschool craft party every other Monday!
Socialize with other parents while you and your preschooler create fun seasonal crafts. We provide supplies, inspiration, music, mats, and a play corner. This is a staffed program; however parental supervision is required at all times.
This program is non-refundable.
When: Mondays: Sept 23, Oct 7, Oct 21 Nov 4, Nov 18, Dec 2, Dec. 16
AGES: 5 years old & younger, accompanied by an adult
LOCATION: Cordata Park Pavilion
COST: $10 per session (per child/adult)

Minecraft Coding & amp; Modding
2024-09-29 10:00 - 12:00
Participants will experiment with creating their own mod in Mcreator and building Redstone Machines (for those that don’t know Redstone, it’s kind of like electrical circuits within Minecraft and used to build all sorts of machines virtually!)
Kiddos will also be taking a mid-class break to get a little messy with a Minecraft STEAM project! Wear your Minecraft shirt and join the army of kids that love to create with Minecraft like BCRC does!
Registration dates
Aug 26, 2024 8:30 AM to Sep 26, 2024 4:30 PM
Ages: 9-12

Relaxing Restoration
2024-09-30 18:00 - 2024-12-09 19:30
Relieve stress with a relaxing restoration of guided meditation, healing sounds,
and movement with licensed therapist, Layla Jasper. Bring a blanket and yoga mat to the beautiful new Cordata pavilion. Pre-registration is required for all sessions.
Mondays, 9/30, 10/14, 11/25, 12/9 from 6-7:30pm
This program is non-refundable.
Ages: 18 years and older
Location: Cordata Park Pavilion – South Entrance

Van Gathering
2024-10-05 11:00 - 15:00
Join us for our annual Van Gathering! All vans and overlanding vehicles welcome!
If you don’t have a van, come join us anyway- there will be free tacos, live music, kids area, and lots of amazing rigs to tour.
For the first year ever, we will have a “van health check” station where you can meet with our builders to discuss any funky things going on with your van/ show them what is going on.
We always have a good time at this event- Come have a good time with us

Belly Dance with Whimsy
2024-10-07 06:00 - 2024-11-04 07:30
Explore belly dancing through a cabaret lens! Learn about the cultural roots of belly dance and cabaret. Undulate and roll your body to fun music. You’ll leave the class with a video of your performance. This cabaret-style belly dance workshop is led by long-time performer Layla Jasper, stage name Whimsy, who is passionate about inspiring the confidence to embrace more whimsy through dance! No dance experience needed and open to all genders. Wear clothing that you feel comfortable moving in. Sign up for one or both sessions, each will feature different choreography.
Ages: 18 years and older
Cost: $30

Color and Line: An Exploration by Three NW Artists
2024-10-08 11:00 - 2025-01-26 16:00
Cordata Gallery proudly presents Color and Line: An Exploration by Three NW Artists, featuring rare works by Johannes Kunst, over 100 drawings by David Syre, and a site-specific installation by
Renee Noelle Cheesman together with her vibrant paintings. The
exhibition highlights each artist’s unique approach to color and line,
showcasing the diversity of their creative expressions on canvas
and beyond. All artworks are available for acquisition, offering a chance to support local artists and to add to your collection.

Anansi Auction of African Art
2024-10-12 17:00 - 20:00
Anansi Education provides high school scholarships to rural Ghanaian children. The 20th fundraiser features live and silent auction items from whimsical to museum quality.
5pm October 12, 2024
for preview go to www.anansieducation.org

Pigs on the Wing: Echoes of Pink Floyd tour
2024-10-19 20:00 - 23:00
Saturday, October 19th 2024
Pigs on the Wing: Echoes of Pink Floyd tour
Mount Baker Theatre – Bellingham, WA
7:00 pm doors / 8:00 pm show
$25-$49 / reserved seating / all ages / two sets
Pigs on the Wing’s 2024-2025 tour, “Echoes of Pink Floyd”, is a second act to the band’s previous year’s tour. As before, the Echoes of Pink Floyd tour will feature a new selection of the very best of classic-era Pink Floyd cuts organized into 2 distinct sets. Rather than performing a single album from start to end, expect to hear the band focus on their favorite sections of the classic albums, including hits, deep cuts, and the band’s trademark willingness to explore the sonic space in experimental improvisation. Fans can expect an immersive visual show in a don’t-miss event for any Pink Floyd fan!

Author Reading
2024-10-24 16:00 - 19:00
Join Asyia Gover, a local writer, artist, educator, and mediator, on Thursday, October 24th from 4-7 PM at the PNWaffle Boutique, located at 1230 Cornwall Avenue in historic downtown Bellingham.
Her poetry has appeared in the multimedia collection, SEXT, and anthology zines such as Love and Outrage. She and her feline familiar, Cora, have made a home in the liminal space between eastern and western Washington State. East Side Solitude is her first chapbook. You can find more of her work online at asyias.poetry.blog

Northwest Mushroomers Association Annual Wild Mushroom Show
2024-10-27 11:00 - 17:00
🌟 **Exciting Announcement for Mushroom Enthusiasts!** 🌟
Get ready to mark your calendars for one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the year! The Northwest Mushroomers are thrilled to announce the return of our Annual Wild Mushroom Show, taking place on **October 27, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM** at the Fisherman’s Pavilion in Zuanich Park, Bellingham.
FREE for students and children under 12!
General admission: $10
Seniors: $7
NMA members: $5
Join us for a day full of fungal fascination and fun! This year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring:
🍄 Mushroom Dyeing Demonstrations – Discover the art and science of using mushrooms to create vibrant, natural dyes.
🍄 Kids’ Table – Engage young mushroom enthusiasts with hands-on activities and educational fun designed just for them.
🍄 Speaker Presentations – Gain insights from esteemed local mycologists who will share their knowledge and passion for fungi.
🍄 Mushroom Displays – Marvel at hundreds of different mushroom species found in the Pacific Northwest, displayed in all their natural glory.
🍄 And more!
Whether you’re a seasoned mushroom hunter or a curious beginner, there’s something for everyone at this celebration of the incredible diversity of our local fungi. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, explore, and connect with fellow mushroom enthusiasts!
📍 Location: Fisherman’s Pavilion, Zuanich Park, Bellingham
📅 Date: October 27, 2024
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Bring your family, friends, and a sense of wonder as we delve into the fascinating world of mushrooms. We can’t wait to see you there!
For more information and updates, visit our website or follow us on social media.
@northwestmushroomers
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Art's Alive! 2024
2024-10-28 10:00 - 16:00
Art’s Alive! in La Conner will be bringing fine art to Maple Hall in its 39th anniversary show – ‘Along Salish Shores’, a celebration of local artists and volunteers. Featured Invitational Artists will include Margaret Carpenter Arnett, Coizie Bettinger, Charlotte Slade Decker, Gary Giovane, Nicolette Harrington, Gene Jaress, Kent Nordby, Kevin Paul (Swinomish), Suzanne Powers, Thomas Stream (Sun’aq, Aleut), Pieter VanZanden, and Maggie Wilder. Also enjoy the Open Show of 50 regional artists and a special Volunteer Gallery of artwork to celebrate those who help bring this premier art show to you. October 25, 26, 27, & 28, 2024 in La Conner’s Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St. Preview online on October 11 at www.artsalivelaconner.com.

Numan Children’s Home Holiday market and silent auction
2024-11-16 13:00 - 17:00
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.
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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
