• Whatcom in Food & Stories

    KMRE 88.3 FM is approaching its 20th anniversary! We're doing something special for our fundraiser this year: a one-night-only gathering designed to delight the senses and spark connection. Limited to just 100 guests, the evening promises a rich mix of locally crafted dishes, compelling storytelling,...

  • Prototypes for Play | Rising Tide Speaker Series with the Zenga Bros

    Join Paper Whale for the return of the Rising Tide Speaker Series on May 8, featuring brothers Christian and Benny Zenga. Through their work in kinetic sculpture, they explore how experimentation, community, and hands-on making can transform space and perspective. Ease into the night with live music from the Buddy Mac Band, a surprise co-host, and our Small Wins segment—inspiring short stories from community members turning ideas into action. After the talk, stick around...

  • JR Ski to Sea

    Do you have a young athlete (or a few!) between the ages of 8 and 18? The Jr Ski to Sea Race is a team relay event open to all participants in that age range, featuring four legs: downhill skiing or snowboarding, running, mountain biking, and kayaking. Ski to Sea The race takes place across two spectacular locations — Mt. Baker Ski Area...

  • Skagit Valley Chorale Spring 2026 Concert

    Skagit Valley Chorale Presents, "Celebrating in Song." Happy 250th Birthday, USA! with the North Cascades Concert Band. Saturday, May 9th at 7:30pm Sunday, May 10th at 2pm...

  • Mother’s Day Brunch

    Celebrate Mom with a delicious brunch in our majestic ballroom in the heart of downtown. Join us for a festive buffet featuring seasonal dishes, fresh pastries, live stations, and plenty of family-friendly options. Live music and a complimentary 'Mom-mosa' for all our wonderful Moms!

  • Mother’s Day Cocnert

    Mother's Day Concert at Meerkerk Gardens, Sunday May 10, noon - 4 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank, WA. 3 great bands. Gorgeous rhododendron gardens. $15 admission, children under 13 enter free. Dogs on leash welcome. Bring your own...

  • Mother’s Day Concert at Meerkerk Gardens

    Mother’s Day, Sunday May 10, is spectacular at Meerkerk Gardens, 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank. The rhododendrons are blooming in every color and nature’s beauty is on full display. Come walk the gardens and join us for fine music from local musicians on the Gazebo lawn from noon -...

  • Badminton Blitz

    Looking for a new, fast-paced indoor activity? Try Badminton Blitz – a fun twist on tournament play! Players rotate courts and play up to 4 games per week. For each game participants are paired up with a new member. Scores are tallied per player per game. At the end of the mini season a single champion will be crowned!...

  • Muay Thai Kickboxing Workshop

    Learn the sport of Muay Thai Kickboxing in this one-day workshop. Learn basic footwork, punching, kicking, and pad holding techniques. In the second half of the day, you’ll get...

  • FAMILY FINANCIAL FUN DAY

    BECU is hosting a Family Financial Fun Day on Saturday May 16, from 1:30p to 3:30p. Stop by anytime to learn about financial skills and financial literacy support!! There will be games, prizes, giveaways and new account incentives!!! Come visit us at 1066 Lakeway Drive, right next to Menchies.

  • Common Ground

    Dangerous Women is a diverse collective of artists, educators and performers based in Central Washington. To mark their ten-year anniversary, the group is debuting their most ambitious production to date. Opening May 16, 2026 in Leavenworth, Common Ground integrates the perspectives of Indigenous, White, Black and Latina...

  • Skagit Symphony: The Great British Music Show

    Skagit Symphony is baking up a delicious finish to our Cult Classical season. Prove you’ll rise to the occasion by kneading to hear Holst’s The Planets with special guest Vox Pacifica! Soprano Renee Rybolt illuminates McIntyre Hall with Herbert Howell’s idyllic In Green Ways. For more information visit https://www.skagitsymphony.com/the-great-british-music-show Email the symphony office at info@skagitsymphony.com or call 360-848-9336 For tickets, visit https://purchase.mcintyrehall.org/EventAvailability?EventId=12001 Or call the box office at 360-416-7727