Interested in being a Skater or Official for the Bellingham Roller Betties?! Come to our Booty Camp – NO skating experience needed!! We will teach you everything we know, and whip you into shape for our Season 13! Fees & Costs: Registration Fee: $40 in cash, check or debit. Rink Fees: $5 per week. Lynden Skateway accepts cash or cards. Skate Rental Fee: $2 per week. Lynden Skateway accepts cash or cards. Rink & Rental Fees are separate from your...
ART AiSLE: Kappy Trigg October 1-31 As is the gallery's tradition of reinvention, for the 2019 show season we introduce the concept of the ART AiSLE. The gallery dedicates a...
A six week class one evening a week designed for intermediate and advanced students. Enrolled students will bring three design ideas for their project to the first class. After discussion each student will choose one for the class project and prepare a plan of action. Together in class we will prepare an order for materials. The next five weeks will be studio time to put your plan...
Bellingham, WA – Animals as Natural Therapy (ANT) invites you to a very special, free breakfast & presentation. The 15th Annual Healing Hearts Breakfast brings our community together to celebrate the deep & long-lasting...
JAZZ WALK 2019! is Wednesday Oct 2nd, 6-10:00PM. 1 night, 6 venues, 10 bands. Fundraiser for the WJMAC Education Program! 8PM in the Lucas Hicks Theatre at the Sylvia Center for the Arts, headliners from NYC, The GROOVER Quartet, featuring Mike LeDonne, Eric Alexander, Peter Bernstein and Joe Farnsworth. Other bands include: Miles Black with Kevin Woods; Great Matassa Quartet; Arête with Joe...
Willenbrink-Johnsen Invitational: Great Friends Who Make Great Art Show runs October 3 – November 2, 2019 Opening Reception: October 10, 5-8pm Exhibit features the glass art of husband and wife team, Karen & Jasen Willenbrink-Johnsen, along with pieces by more than 20 of their talented friends: Jeremy Bert & Jen Elek, Thor...
Learn how you can reduce your energy bill and support an amazing non-profit in our community! Attend a FREE solar workshop and install solar at your home before tax incentives/rebates run out. For every system installed through this program, the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association will receive one donated solar panel at their Bellingham headquarters. This workshop is on Thursday, October 3rd from 6:00-7:00pm. Register at www.nsea.solar or 360-746-0859. Walk-ins welcome!
If you thought you knew what you would see in the gallery at FCF you might want to come by for our latest exhibit beginning October 4th because you ain’t never seen this! Discover multi-dimensional creations from the minds of some supremely innovative regional artists as well...
For October Art Walk, Make.Shift presents Die-O-Rama: A Tiny Haunted House Extravaganza! We asked local artists to re-create their biggest fears on the smallest scale. Come see haunted hoarder houses, skeletons under the stairs, creepy scenes from Twin Peaks, and the dangerous dwellings of famous murderers! Art Walk night will also feature a musical performance by everybody’s favorite freaky band/performance artists Guillotine Eyes. Wanna partake in the scary fun? There’s still time! We will be accepting submissions...
The 35th annual Lynden Lions Club Model Train Show features over 50,000 sq. ft. of running model train layouts, exhibits, and vendors. Trains of all gauges for train buffs of all ages. Fun guaranteed. All profits go to Lions Club community projects. Hours are 9 to 5 on...
This 2-day class will allow you to create a unique wax model for a ring band or a pendant. You will use appropriate tools for carving or adding wax. This technique is suitable for a 3 dimensional figurative or abstract design that may not be achieved with direct metalsmithing. The finished wax will be sent out for the casting process. Instructor: Marie-Claire Dole. Prerequisites: Open...
October 5-6 & 12-13 ~ 10am-5pm A FREE juried event offering you the opportunity to meet the regions finest artists in their own creative spaces. New feature this year is the expanded Brew Bus Tour!!! Purchase a seat on the Bellingham Brew Bus, which travels from studio to studio. Participants on the Brew Bus Tour will get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the working lives of working artists and purchase their wares. Attendees of the self-guided tour can...
The Whatcom Art Market hosts Barb Atkins, yarn maven, demonstrating spinning yarn and other interesting threads on Saturday, October 5 from 11 to 2. Barb creates beautiful hats, scarves...
Come dance every Sunday from 12-1:30 PM and Monday from 6-7:30 PM at the Firehouse Arts and Events Center! These intermediate-level classes assume some background in modern, ballet, contemporary, or jazz however all are welcome. A structured and accessible warm-up is followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members occasional guest instructors. https://www.bhamrep.org/classes
"It is our great pleasure to invite you to participate in the 30th European Pediatrics Conference (Euro Pediatrics 2019) which will take place on 07-08 October 2019 in Dublin, Ireland. https://europe.pediatricsconferences.org/ Theme: Current Emerging Trends to Save a Child The purpose of the conference is to bring together pediatricians, neonatologists, experts in child development and other specialists to discuss the challenges of the interplay between...
Learn the basics in a friendly environment with Swing Dancing for Everyone, or improve your Lindy Hop with our Intermediate class. Every Monday, with four week series starting the first Monday of each month. 5-6pm: Swing Dancing for Everyone 6-7pm: Intermediate/Advanced Lindy Hop $50 for the month. $15 drop-in. $40...
See James K. Papp's photographs at Gallery Pegasus in Bellingham through November. He'll have photographs and prints for sale. James has won awards for his beautiful nature photography and been published in Outdoor Photographer. He focuses on images from Whatcom County. Gallery Pegasus - 301 W. Holly St., M6 - Bellingham - 12:00 Noon to 5:00pm Tuesday through Sunday.
Wed, Oct 9th at 7PM. Trombonist, composer and educator Siegel is an active collaborator in the Northwest music scene. She is a winner of an Earshot Jazz Golden Ear Award for Emerging Artist of the Year, she is a member of Wayne Horvitz’s Royal...
In this weekend class you will learn basic jewelry fabrication techniques including: annealing, sawing, piercing, filing, texturing, soldering, forming, and polishing using non-ferrous metals. You...
Stigma Stomp is NAMI Whatcom's annual fundraiser to generate funds to benefit our free programming throughout the year to anyone in Whatcom County who is affected by mental illness. Each year...
Join us in Honoring Homegrown Heroes at Northwood Hall on Saturday, October 12th from 11 am to 2 pm. There will be hundreds of great raffle items to dash for donated by local businesses and community members, along with a decadent dessert dash. All proceeds go to benefit Growing Veterans and their mission to empower veterans to cultivate purpose and belonging by growing food, community and each other. Ticket prices are $40 online at www.wpnbellingham.org or $45 at the door....
The Whatcom Art Market will host local watercolor painter, James Williamson, on Saturday, October 12, from 11 am to 4 pm demonstrating and explaining his methods for capturing historical subjects as well as local landscapes. Don't miss this interesting and entertaining event at the gallery located at 1103 11th St. in Historic Fairhaven, Bellingham and enjoy the displays of 45 local artists all in one beautiful setting. The gallery...
Your chance to recognize and celebrate colleagues, organizations and businesses who inspire and enable people to enjoy, preserve and improve the places we play in Washington State. The awards ceremony is part of an evening filled with fun, food and recreation fanatics. This is a fundraising event and we thank you for your attendance.
Meet exhibiting artist, Steve Belz, and view his sculptures that, "...express the beauty of nature and the tension created by our manipulation of the environment." *Current PAFAC...
Nashville recording artist, Eric Heatherly returns to The Historic Lincoln Theatre with The Chris Eger Band. Two guitarslingers duel it out in a sequel to what was called by many as one of the best nights of 2018! Dubbed "Burnin' in Mount Vernon," this show promises to be bigger, better and once again a night long remembered. New songs, raffle giveaways and of course a show like only these guys can give! Advance...
View the sculptures of exhibiting artist, Steve Belz. His works of art, "...express the beauty of nature and the tension created by our manipulation of the environment." Gallery Hours: Thurs–Sun...
Americans are buying and installing smart speakers, virtual assistants, smart electrical plugs, smart garage door openers, smart light bulbs and connected children's toys at an unprecedented rate. We know to lock the physical doors to our homes, but fewer people appreciate how smart devices can act like unlocked doors for cyber criminals into our homes, our social networks, and our bank accounts. The lack of communications and understanding between professionals who...
Jazz musicians from Japan and the US gather to "create something beautiful." A special evening not to be missed. Wednesday October 16th at 7PM. Tickets at the door at 6PM: $15 general, $5 students, WJMAC members and students FREE. Doors at 6:30. First come, first seated. Program subject to change. Please check our website: www.wjmac.org.
Shoppers will enjoy perusing the familiar and new fun finds of over 100 artisans, crafters, antique and vintage dealers. The vibrant colors of Fall and the warm scent of Sugar & Spice Donuts and Kettle...
October 17th, 18th, 19th at 7:30 and October 20th at 5:00 Tickets $18.00 general and $12.00 seniors/students purchase in advance at kuntzandco.org or pay what you can at the door Created by Kuntz and Company, this dance piece is about family, friends, husbands, wives, children, siblings, love, relationships, caring, love, loss, joy, owls, play,...
Venture north to Victoria, BC with us! We will explore the Emily Carr House and the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria with a docent-led tour of the exhibit, Unformable Things. Tickets available for purchase in person at the PAFAC or online at pafac.org.
Karen Tobiassen brings her quilting demonstration to the Whatcom Art Market located at1103 11th St. in Fairhaven, Bellingham, on Saturday, October 19 from noon to 3 pm. Just in time for cooler weather, see how Karen designs and produces her beautiful quilts. The co-op gallery includes over 40 local artisans with a variety of fine arts and...
Skagit Symphony begins its 40th Anniversary Season with its first concert, Highlands Heritage, The Journey Begins, on Saturday, October 19th at 7:30pm at McIntyre Hall. Crash a rustic wedding on the Orkney Islands, then delight in a Scottish Fantasy with violinist Elisa Barston. Maestro Wheatley’s inaugural concert ends with themes inspired by the Italian Alps in Sibelius’ towering Symphony No. 2. Tickets $10-$45.00 available through McIntyre Hall Box Office: (360) 416-7727 or www.mcintyrehall.org More information: www.Skagitsymphony.com
On Sunday, October 20, Bill Evans will teach a two-part master class workshop for Bellingham dancers at the Firehouse Arts and Events Center. Part I is a Somatic Lab suitable for all ages and levels of...
Wednesday, October 23rd at 7PM. Musician, composer, and educator Mike Allen returns to the WJMAC stage after recording "Just Like Magic" with Peter Washington and Lewis Nash at the renowned Van Gelder Studio in NJ. Allen always delivers impeccable, sumptuous jazz. Lineup TBA. Tickets at the door 6PM: $10 general, $5 students, WJMAC members and students FREE. Doors at 6:30. First come, first seated. Program subject...
Hauntingly beautiful musical performances by BHS Choir Students. Desserts, coffee, tea and cider will be served. Costumes encouraged. Proceeds to benefit BHS Choir Program. Adults $10., Students with ASB card $8., Kids 7 and under Free.
Come one, come all to the 5th annual Nightmare on Railroad in the Boundary Bay Brewery Fear Garden! On October 25-26 and 31, the brewery warehouse and beer garden will be transformed into spooky scenes filled with ghosts, ghouls, and surprises at every turn. Each night from 6:00-9:00 PM, this Halloween event is all-ages and features BAAY's...
Pat Fisher of Huckleberry Threads will show her creative yarn projects and weaving techniques at the Whatcom Art Market located at 1103 11th St, in Fairhaven, Bellingham on Saturday and Sunday October 26 and 27 from 11 to 4. Just the right time for Holiday gifts. The Gallery is open daily from 10 to 6 and till...
Join us on October 26, from 6–9pm as we celebrate Halloween! Don your best disguise and leave your inhibitions at the door, because a truly extra-ordinary experience awaits as we delve into the darker side of the arts. *15 years old and over. pafac.org
Wednesday October 30th at 7PM. Internationally acclaimed, multiple award-winning jazz trumpeter and composer Porter relocated to the PNW from NYC where he played with Paquito D'Rivera, Charli Persip, the Mingus Big Band and others. He is joined tonight by the...
Screwy scientists who refuse to let the sleeping dead lie and passionate polymaths who didn’t stop to think if they should take center stage at Fashionably Undead 9: An Experiment in Terror. Join us on Halloween night for the most EPIC costume contest in Seattle! Concoct your most ghoulish getup for a chance to win amazing prizes, weekend passes to Emerald City Comic Con and Crypticon,...
Come one, come all to the 5th annual Nightmare on Railroad in the Boundary Bay Brewery Fear Garden! On October 25-26 and 31, the brewery warehouse and beer garden will be transformed into spooky scenes filled with ghosts, ghouls, and surprises at every...
MAKE.SHIFT NOVEMBER ART WALK: Radiant Reflections: Claire Simpson, Andrew Lui Robinson, & Carly McCartney For the month of November, Make.Shift Gallery is excited to feature three Bellingham-based artists...
Assistance League of Bellingham Yule Boutique Enjoy complimentary coffee and cookies while listening to live music provided by Assistance League's Enrichment Scholarship...