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Sleepless in Seattle – Presented by Skagit Symphony
2026-02-15 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | WA
Sleepless in Seattle – Presented by Skagit Symphony
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 2:00pm
Lincoln Theatre, Mount Vernon
Skagit Symphony and the Lincoln Theatre present a Valentine’s Weekend of Music, Movie, and Amore!
The Lincoln Theatre and Skagit Symphony pair up to bring you this Sunday Matinee event! It’s the magic of tiny, little things: live music, bellini cocktails, and a romance to remember. Grab a date and join us for the classic rom-com Sleepless in Seattle, bookended by music by the musicians of Skagit Symphony.
Tickets
https://www.skagitsymphony.com/sleepless-in-seattle
Symphony Office: 360-848-9336
Lincoln Theatre: 360-336-8955

Everything Changes and That's OK Tour - Cherub & LCN!
2026-02-17 19:00 - 23:00
Electro indie duo Cherub bring their high energy live show to Bellingham on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at Wild Buffalo House Of Music. Hailing from Nashville, Tennessee, Cherub is best known for their breakout hit “Doses & Mimosas,” along with a catalog of infectious, genre blending tracks that fuse electronic, indie, and pop influences.
Supporting the night is LCN!, a Filipino indie singer, songwriter, and recording artist from Seattle. Signed to 88rising, LCN!’s music blends indie pop, alternative rock, and electronic elements, earning him recognition as one of the Pacific Northwest’s rising voices. LCN! has toured across North America and opened for artists including Car, The Garden, Henry Morris, and Pity Party (Girls Club).

Indoor Badminton League
2026-02-18 18:00 - 2026-03-25 20:00
Time to put your birdie-bashing skills to the test! Any two-person team can join and be placed in either upper or lower divisions. Regular league competition includes four regular season matches and will culminate in a
championship tournament on the final evening! Each registered team will receive a night of practice on
February 18. Matches will be scheduled between 6:00-9:00 pm. If you do not have a team and would like to play, please contact the Parks & Recreation office to be placed on a player pick-up list. Pre-registration required!
DAY/DATES: Wednesday / February 18–March 25
TIMES: 6:00 pm; 7:00 pm; 8:00 pm
AGES: 12 years and older (under 18 with an adult)
LOCATION: Bloedel Donovan Community Building
COST: $100 per team
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search?locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=badminton&viewMode=list

WHATCOM DREAM Financial Literacy Champion Awards!!!!
2026-02-19 18:00 - 21:00
WHATCOM DREAM Financial Literacy Champion Awards!!!! Tickets are on sale now at www.thewhatcomdream.org or scan the QR code. This year’s honorees are Cari Griffith, Eddie King, Grace Blesch, Joe Wooding, CTK Church and Tradewinds Capital Management! Join us as we congratulate them as Financial Literacy Champions and come have an amazing dinner catered by Calypso Catering. Join us for both live and silent auctions, as well as a raffle, with items you will not want to miss! Thursday, February 19th, 6-9pm. Please email trudy@thewhatcomdream.org if you are interested in becoming an event sponsor. Please share this post!

Provenance Tales of Three French Paintings from the National Gallery of Art
2026-02-20 17:00 - 18:00
https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/how-they-got-here-provenance-tales-of-three-french-paintings/
Have you ever wondered how an artwork ends up in a museum? Provenance, or the history of an object’s ownership, can offer us a fascinating insight into the social environment in which art is made, sold, collected, displayed, valued—and sometimes stolen. Margaret Doyle, head of Curatorial Records at the National Gallery of Art will join us at the Whatcom Museum to recount the twists and turns in the journeys of three paintings by Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, and Henri Matisse, from their creation in France to their final stop as part of the National Gallery’s permanent collection in Washington, DC. The provenances of these paintings include a memorable set of characters and situations, with stories encompassing artistic friendship, influential French dealers, notable women collectors, a prominent American statesman, and Nazi confiscation and postwar restitution.
This talk is made possible by the National Gallery’s “Across the Nation” program, which is sharing cherished works with regional 10 regional museums around the United States, including ours. These paintings by Renoir, Cézanne, and Matisse are on view now in Verdant: French Masterworks from the National Gallery of Art.
This event is free to attend, but advance registration is required.

Oklahoma
2026-02-20 19:30 - 2026-03-01 22:00
February 20, 21, 27, 28 7:30 performances
February 22nd and March 1st 2:00 performances
Ticket through McIntyre Hall Box Office 360-416-7727 or Ticketing.mcintyrehall.org
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s first collaboration remains, in many ways, their most innovative, setting the standards and rules of modern musical theatre. In a Western territory just after the turn of the 20th century, a high-spirited rivalry between local farmers and cowboys provides a colorful background for Curly, a charming cowboy, and Laurey, a feisty farm girl, to play out their love story. Their romantic journey, as bumpy as a surrey ride down a country road, contrasts with the comic exploits of brazen Ado Annie and hapless Will Parker in a musical adventure embracing hope, determination and the promise of a new land.

Peace Walk
2026-02-21 13:30 - 15:30
Everyone is welcome to join our next Peace Walk this Saturday, Feb 21st at 1:30PM. Join us under the Acidball at Waypoint Park. No faith affiliation required, come as you are. We will walk 2.5 miles around downtown Bellingham.

The Plight of a Woman
2026-02-22 14:00 - 16:00
The Plight of A Woman is a powerful international tour by multidisciplinary artist and cultural storyteller Helen Masvikeni opening at New Prospect Theater on Sunday, Feb 22nd, at 2pm.Through a dynamic blend of narrative, movement, music, and visual storytelling, this experience examines the forces that shape identity, expectation, voice, and liberation—rooted in Zimbabwean culture yet resonating with all people.
While centered on the lived realities traditionally carried by women, the work opens an expansive conversation about the cultural roles, pressures, and inherited stories that shape us all. It is a call to reflect on the systems we participate in, the histories we inherit, and the collective responsibility we hold in, imagining something more just, compassionate, and free.
Designed for universities, global studies programs, cultural centers, and arts organizations, The Plight of A Woman is part performance, part lecture, part communal gathering. It invites audiences not only to witness a narrative—but to locate themselves within it. Participants leave inspired to engage, to question, and to carry the conversation forward into their communities, classrooms, and personal lives.
Contact Dan Coffey at (360) 296-3825
Tix at https://tadpoleproductions.thundertix.com/events/258146

Cook-Eat-Drink with Chef Marta from Italy!
2026-02-25 17:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-26 17:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-27 17:30 - 21:00
Join the beautiful Anastasha Miles of Bellingham, welcoming her friend Chef Marta (joining us from Siena, Italy) in an intimate four-course cooking instruction, wine-paired dinner at the Lairmont Manor.
Space is limited so call for reservations now: 360-223-6983 or email amilesd72@gmail.com
MENU:
Bruschette
Tagliatelle Pasta Al Ragu
Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli with Butter and Sage
Sheet Pan Tiramisu with Pavesini
$175 per person

Pet Portrait Party
2026-02-27 18:00 - 19:00
Bring a photo of a fur baby and spend 45-minutes creating a pet portrait of them. Then everyone votes and prizes go to the portraits that look most alike. We will provide the mediums… you can expect surprises!
DAY/DATE: Friday / February 27
TIME: 6:00-7:00 pm
AGES: All ages
LOCATION: Bloedel Donovan Community Building
COST: $20 per person
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search/detail/40795?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

Blue Room Presents | SOULFIRE with the Sam Harris Band
2026-02-27 19:00 - 23:00
Get ready for a night of smooth grooves and fiery soul at The Blue Room!
The evening begins with the Samuel Harris Band, a refined four-piece delivering velvety jazz that sets the perfect mood. Then, turn up the heat with Soul Fire, a 70’s era powerhouse of brass-backed soul, R&B, and jazzy rock that’ll have you grooving in your seat. It’s where sophistication meets celebration — a night CLASSY as a craft cocktail and as FUN as the encore you’ll beg for. Dance the night away to an unforgettable blend of style & rhythm at The Blue Room.
Featuring
Soul Fire is a newly formed Brass-backed 70’s band, bringing the best 70’s vibes! Soul/funk/jazzy-rock tunes from Chicago, Commodores, Wings, George Benson, Tower of Power, Earth Wind &Fire, Pablo Cruise and more… Come dance to the SMOOTH side of the 70′!
The Sam Harris Band has become representative of the burgeoning jazz scene in Western Washington amongst the 18-30 year old demographic and can be found mostly in Seattle focusing on jazz/fusion originals and their unique covers of standard jazz tunes!

Gardening Green course in Sudden Valley begins February 28!
2026-02-28 09:30 - 2026-04-18 11:30
Discover the secrets to vibrant, lower-maintenance, and environmentally friendly landscaping with WSU Whatcom County Extension’s Gardening Green courses.
Saturdays: 2/28, 3/14, 3/28, 4/11, and 4/18 from 9:30am – 11:30am
Cost: $42 fee for soil testing
The course will also be offered in Birch Bay. To learn more and register for either option go to: https://extension.wsu.edu/whatcom/nr/gardening-green/

Silversmithing: Bolo Ties with Cabochon
2026-02-28 11:00 - 2026-03-01 18:00
In this class, you will learn essential processes and techniques that create the foundation for good studio practice. Class time will be spent learning a variety of processes that include piercing shapes from metal with a jeweler’s saw, adding texture to metal, soldering, and annealing metal with a torch. You will also learn how to bezel set a cabochon gemstone and create a stunning sterling silver bolo tie. A cabochon is a gemstone that has been shaped and polished, usually with a rounded top and a flat bottom. Jewelers will often use a bezel setting as means to connect a cabochon to a piece of metal. A bezel setting is the most basic and secure setting in jewelry.
Students will leave class with a stunning sterling silver bolo tie. Register today! Spots are limited! https://www.jansenartcenter.org/events/silversmithing-bolo-ties-with-cabochon/

Introduction to Recording Oral Histories with Kyle Norris
2026-02-28 13:00 - 15:00
https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/introduction-to-recording-oral-histories/
There’s something incredibly special about recording the voices and stories of our loved ones. In this class, public radio reporter Kyle Norris will share his 20 years of experience to teach you the techniques to make audio recordings. Capture Grandma telling her greatest tales or memorialize anyone you know and love for future generations.
You’ll learn basic but important interviewing skills inspired by NPR’s StoryCorps project to ask questions that will lead to emotional, specific, and compelling answers. Explore the equipment you can use to make audio recordings, from budget-friendly options to more expensive devices like digital audio recorders and high-quality microphones. Finally, learn how to store your interviews and share them with others using free editing software.
Class registration fees also include admission to the Whatcom Museum.

Distiller's Dinner
2026-02-28 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for an unforgettable four-course distillery dinner celebrating craftsmanship, flavor, and the art of distilling fine spirits. Each course is thoughtfully paired to highlight the depth and character of our featured spirits served as mini cocktails during the evening. Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy guided tastings that speak to the time and thought behind making our craft spirits from one of our founders and head distiller. From the first bite to the final sip, this immersive dining experience brings together exceptional cuisine and expertly crafted whiskey for a night of rich aromas, bold pairings, and genuine distillery hospitality.
Be the first to sample and buy our newest select barrel release of our award winning Bourbon aged in a Syrah barrel. Savor the warm caramel notes, toasted oak complexity, and the subtle spiced fruit finish.

Fundraiser for What com & Skagit Immigrant Families
2026-02-28 19:00 - 21:30
Enjoy music by Hannah Wyatt, Bad Posture Club, and Cascade Cody with Jan Peters. All funds raised will be redistributed directly to local immigrant families in need of funds to cover rent, food, immigration lawyers, and supplies for infants and children.
We celebrate what is good by sharing it.
Cof& at 1209 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham
Doors at 6:00
Music from 7-9:30
$5-$25 sliding scale at the door, cash or Venmo.
Reach out to badpostureclub@gmail.com with questions.
www.badpostureclub.net

Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest
2026-03-01 19:00 - 21:00
The Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest will accept entries March 1-31. Whatcom Co. residents of all ages are invited to participate. Submission guidelines can be found at thepoetrydepartment.wordpress.com/contest
An award ceremony will be held May 28 at 7pm at Bellingham Cruise Terminal.

Cook-Eat-Drink GF! with Chef Marta from Italy!
2026-03-02 17:30 - 21:00
Join the beautiful Anastasha Miles of Bellingham, welcoming her friend Chef Marta (joining us from Siena, Italy) in an intimate four-course cooking instruction, wine-paired dinner at the Lairmont Manor.
Space is limited so call for reservations now: 360-223-6983 or email amilesd72@gmail.com
4-COURSE GLUTEN FREE MENU
$175 per person

Professional Mediation Training
2026-03-04 09:00 - 17:00
Professional Mediation Training
Dates: March 4 – 6 and 11 – 13
Location: In Person at the WDRC
Fees: $795 *Scholarships and payment plans available (see website for details)
Website: https://www.whatcomdrc.org/prof-mediation-training
This intensive 40-hour course is designed for those interested in developing mediation and conflict resolution skills. Participants will learn the eight-stage mediation model, conflict theory and styles, mediator communication skills, and principles of conflict resolution.

Birchwood Garden Club's March 4th Meeting
2026-03-04 19:00 - 21:00
Birchwood Garden Club
Established 1931-Bellingham, Washington
Planting Seeds of Friendship throughout our Community
March Topic:
Gardening for Fragrance with Diana Wisen
The March 4, 2026 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 6:30 PM.
The speaker will be Diana Wisen, a WSU Extension Master
Gardener since 1991, speaking on Gardening for Fragrance.
Sometimes we forget to consider scent when we select plants for our gardens. Fragrance can bring an added dimension to the color and texture of our garden beds. Neuroscientists consider the sense of smell to be important to our enjoyment of life because it enhances our experience of taste, can trigger memories, and can change our mood and emotions. Diana will introduce us to many plants, which can add scent to our gardens. At the end of her talk, she will provide us with a
list of plants – trees, shrubs, herbs, flowers, all kinds of plants – to which we can refer to bring scent into our gardens. 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 where we will have membership brochures to join. Check out 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.

Doc Swinson’s Opening Act: Artist Showdown
2026-03-05 18:30 - 23:30
Five emerging Washington musicians take the stage for a live showdown in the final round of the Doc Swinson’s Opening Act Contest. Handpicked from nearly 200 submissions statewide, these finalists are playing for a coveted spot on the main stage at the 2026 Northwest Tune-Up bike + music festival. This is your chance to catch the next wave of Washington musicians—and help one earn their breakout moment.
Featuring performances from: Veronica North, Wasabi Samba, Henry Mansfield, Loveli and Waves Crashing.
Bring your energy and pack the house: crowd reaction counts towards each band’s final score. Plus, Doc Swinson’s cocktail specials and a 3-day VIP ticket giveaway to Northwest Tune-Up, July 10–12, 2026.
6:30 PM doors | 7:30 PM show
21+, free entry.
Get your free tickets in advance. The venue will reach capacity. https://wildbuffalo.net/#/events/171938

How to Successfully Start with Seeds and Grow Flowers, Herbs and Vegetables in the PNW
2026-03-05 19:00 - 20:30
In this engaging talk by local expert Ada Snyder, you’ll learn how to start and grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers specific to our PNW growing environment. Soil prep, seeding and transplanting timing, and varieties that work in our area are covered, along with other tools for a successful, productive garden.
Ada Snyder is a highly sought-after speaker for Master Gardener programs. She has been a leader in the organic seed community for over 15 years, focusing on regionally adapted seed breeding for organic systems. As a commercial sales rep for High Mowing Organic Seed, she enjoys visiting farms, meeting with growers, and learning about their farming systems to help find varieties that thrive in their unique conditions. She is also a strong supporter of local flower growers and believes in supporting the next generation of farmers by helping them access land and equipment. She is a past board member of Viva Farms. Ada was born and raised in Skagit Valley and considers herself very lucky to live in such a beautiful place. She and her husband enjoy getting dirty in the garden and spending time with their two beautiful children.

Doc Swinson’s Opening Act: Artist Showdown
2026-03-05 19:00 - 23:30
Five emerging Washington musicians take the stage for a live showdown in the final round of the Doc Swinson’s Opening Act Contest. Handpicked from nearly 200 submissions statewide, these finalists are playing for a coveted spot on the main stage at the 2026 Northwest Tune-Up bike + music festival. This is your chance to catch the next wave of Washington musicians—and help one earn their breakout moment.
Featuring performances from: Veronica North, Wasabi Samba, Henry Mansfield, Loveli and Waves Crashing.
Bring your energy and pack the house: crowd reaction counts towards each band’s final score. Plus, Doc Swinson’s cocktail specials and a 3-day VIP ticket giveaway to Northwest Tune-Up, July 10–12, 2026.
21+, free entry. Doors @ 7 PM. Show @ 8 PM.
Get your free tickets in advance. The venue will reach capacity. https://wildbuffalo.net/#/events/171938

Message & Medium
2026-03-06 11:00 - 2026-03-28 16:00
We are delighted to present the annual Whatcom READS Art Challenge, in collaboration with the Bellingham & Whatcom Libraries’ Whatcom READS program. Local artists embarked on a journey inspired by this year’s chosen book, Solito: A Memoir by Javier Zamora. Applications to participate in the exhibition are available at alliedarts.org.
We have a set of featured artists that invite you to extend the idea of the written word: Artists Akiko Victorson, Katherine Potzler and Prentiss Cole display their works in the Allied Arts gallery. The show: Message and Medium, centers artists who explore the impact of language. Delve into these spectacular works incorporating calligraphy, psychology, eastern philosophy, journal making, and much more. Immerse yourself in local Whatcom County artists’ work, all sharing their messages at Allied Arts!
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 4pm
Opening Reception: March 6, 6pm-9pm
1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Double Exposure
2026-03-06 18:00 - 2026-03-27 21:00
Voxel Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of Double Exposure, a provocative group exhibition exploring the beauty, complexity, and vulnerability of the human body. The exhibition opens with a public reception on Friday, March 6, 2026, and will be on view through March 27, 2026, at Voxel Gallery, 312 West Champion Street, Bellingham, WA. voxelgallery.com

Molly's Musical Adventure Family Show
2026-03-07 13:00 - 14:00
Tickets – https://newprospecttheatre.org/event/mollys-musical-adventure/
Bob the Stage Manager has lost the script—and the show’s about to start!
In Molly’s Musical Adventure, you don’t just watch the show… you help steer it! Join Molly on a hilarious, interactive choose-your-own-adventure quest to track down the missing pages. You’ll pick her route, meet a cast of unforgettable characters (each with their own quirky problems and heartfelt stories), and sing along to the pop hits you love—all wrapped up in Molly’s signature laughs and big-stage charm. The show is 45 minutes–perfect for little theatre-goers–with a 15 minute talk-back after the performance.
A feel-good favourite for families of all ages, this crowd-pleaser has delighted audiences at state fairs, outdoor arts festivals, and theatres. Expect giggles, surprises, and a few sneakily sweet life lessons along the way.
Bonus: every ticket includes access to a free downloadable activity book to keep the adventure going after the show.

Molly's Comedy Cabaret
2026-03-07 19:30 - 21:30
Big Fun. Big Vocals. Bigger Laughs.
Molly’s Comedy Cabaret is a hilarious musical comedy cocktail of pop, rock, and Broadway favorites—served with a splash of camp and a whole lot of charm. Featuring powerhouse vocals, cheeky storytelling, and big laugh-out-loud moments, Molly’s Comedy Cabaret is the perfect night out for music lovers who like their hits with a twist.
Tickets only $15!
https://newprospecttheatre.thundertix.com/events/260975

Whatcom Genealogical Society March meeting
2026-03-10 14:00 - 16:00
“Tips and Tricks for using Ancestry.com”
Are you getting the most out of your searches on Ancestry.com?
Join us for this informative meeting where we will learn how to effectively use this wonderful resource.
Doors open at 1:30pm. There are no stairs to navigate and plenty of free parking.
Visitors are always welcome!
https://www.whatcom-gen-soc.org
