• How to Successfully Start with Seeds and Grow Flowers, Herbs and Vegetables in the PNW

    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,...

  • Doc Swinson’s Opening Act: Artist Showdown

    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...

  • Message & Medium

    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...

  • Double Exposure

    Voxel Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of Double Exposure, a provocative group exhibition exploring the beauty, complexity, and vulnerability of the human...

  • Molly’s Musical Adventure Family Show

    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...

  • Molly’s Comedy Cabaret

    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

    "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...

  • Open Jam!

    A FREE Open Mic Style Jam Session We are so back!! Formerly known as Jam:30, Blue Room’s open mic style jam session returns Additional information: Open Jam is a free form instrumental/vocal jam session with signups by instrument. It is a casual environment to practice your skills...

  • Runnin’ O’ the Green 5K

    Lace up your shoes and bust out your shamrock socks – it’s time to get your green on! Runnin’ O’ the Green 5K & 8K is back with a brand-new route and location: Stones Throw Brewery in Fairhaven Village! Join us for a community classic as we celebrate Bellingham’s beautiful greenways and fill the streets with green. Stick around after the run to enjoy the festive atmosphere at Stones...

  • Introduction to Sunset Moth Preservation with Mickey Alice Kwapis

    https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/introduction-to-bug-pinning-sunset-moths/ Learn how to spread and dry your own sunset moth specimen to keep. Using a rehydrated specimen ready to spread, each student will be guided through the process of flexing, posing, pinning, and drying their own moth specimen. This incredible insect, native to Madagascar, is a day-flying moth with structural colors that catch the light to appear as an iridescent rainbow. You will leave with your finished pinned specimen ready to...

  • Introduction to Forest Scorpion Preservation with Mickey Alice Kwapis

    https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/introduction-to-bug-pinning-stunning-scorpions/ Learn how to spread and dry your own forest scorpion specimen to keep. Using a rehydrated specimen ready to spread, each student will be guided through the process of flexing, posing, pinning, and drying their own scorpion specimen. This incredible arachnid is native to Thailand and uses its pincers more than its tail to inflict damage to its prey. You will leave with your finished pinned specimen ready to dry at home as well as a...