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From 1–3 PM on (almost) every Friday, stop by Make.Shift’s Open Art Studio and craft whatever you’d like with the supplies and tools we have available (including vintage magazines and collage materials, paint of all kinds, pens, pencils, yarn, embroidery thread, and fabric)! Refreshments available. For accessibility information, visit makeshiftartspace.org/accessibility. Always all-ages! Make.Shift Art... 
Voxel Gallery presents Exposed, a provocative group exhibition exploring the beauty, complexity, and vulnerability of the human body. Featuring works that delve into body composition, sensuality, eroticism, and the nude form, the show invites artists to express the human figure in its raw beauty. Exposed opens Thursday, February 6, at 6 p.m. and runs through March 25 at 312 West Champion Street, Bellingham. Visit www.voxelgallery.com for more... 
February 7- March 1: Opening Reception: February 7, 6pm-9pm Allied Arts presents our 45th Anniversary in conjunction with our 2025 Annual Member’s Show. This show features work from Allied Arts members, including professional artists, students, and new or emerging artists. The artwork presented in this show will exemplify the vast variety of creativity within our local art community. Skagit Valley College presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s "Cinderella" - the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the classic tale features Rodgers & Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible... 
Discover the secrets to vibrant, lower-maintenance, and environmentally friendly landscaping with WSU Whatcom County Extension's Gardening Green courses. 5-week in-person course in Bellingham on Saturdays, 10 am to 12 pm, from February 22-March 22. You’ll learn how to • Cultivate healthy soils, and conserve water, • Reduce maintenance, • Create naturally beautiful gardens that are bird and pollinator friendly, and •... |
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STRATEGIES TO SECURE YOUR FUTURE There’s no better time than now to think about protecting what’s meaningful to you. Estate planning allows you to make your wishes clear, provide for loved ones, and secure your legacy. Event Details: - Date: February 26thth - Time: 5:30 - 7:00 PM - Where: 913 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham - RE/MAX Whatcom County - What to Expect: A presentation with a Q&A, plus delicious appetizers!... |
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On Feb 38 7 pm, March 1st 3 pm, directed by Wendy Bloom, Vox Pacifica women's chorus presents an uplifting cabaret of Broadway tunes, Sinatra, ensemble and solos accompanied by professional pianist, bass and percussionist. At New Prospect Theater 207 Prospect St. your ticket includes appetizer buffet and choice of wine, beer or cider for an uplifting energetic musical experience! |
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Saturday, Mar 1, 1:00 pm Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde's most celebrated comedy. While... |
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Join us at the Lincoln Theatre for our March Film Series: Costumes by Edith Head. With over 500 film credits, 35 Academy Award nominations, and 8 wins, Edith Head was the greatest costume designer of Hollywood’s golden age. Join us for three of her... |
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The Bellingham Music Club brings you the first of three showcases celebrating the next generation of musicians! First, we will hear the winners of the 2025 H.S. String Awards in honor of Ethel Crook, and the 2025 H.S. Winds and Percussion Awards in honor...
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Birchwood Garden Club Established 1931-Bellingham, Washington Planting Seeds of Friendship throughout our Community Please note: Location and time change of meeting below:... |
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In this year’s Whatcom READS book, “No Two Persons” by Erica Bauermeister, water is present in various ways throughout the story. SeaFeast and Whatcom READS have teamed up to make this fun workshop! Each attendee will decorate a small buoy and discuss the book. The buoys will be collected and incorporated into a large art installation to be displayed at this year’s SeaFeast. 2-2:30 p.m., Whatcom County Library System - Lynden Library, 216... |
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Come to MakeShift!! We have an open art space for anyone to come in and use our art supplies. Paint, Draw, Watercolors and anything your heart desires. Our space is open from 1-3 pm on Fridays. 
It’s showtime for this Junior version of the iconic Broadway hit, Beetlejuice! Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a...
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The Comedy Department presents Canadian Steam: A Male Revue Parody and Music Comedy Show! Welcome to the funniest -- and sexiest -- night of cheeky Canadian charm, eh? Get ready to witness the ultimate fusion of maple-flavored hilarity, music, and jaw-dropping "eh"-rotica! Hold onto your toques, folks! These sexy lumberjacks are bringing a night you won’t soon forget. Because let’s face it—why should Thunder from Down Under have all the fun? Canada is sexy too, and they’re here to prove...
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If you missed Sugar: A Cabaret’s debut on the Mount Baker stage last year, don’t make the same mistake this March! Bellingham’s own Brie Mueller, a.k.a. Sugar herself, leads her troupe of dancers, singers, and the Sugar Band in this new show. “Sugar’s Big Top” follows Sugar through a slightly twisted circus dreamland. Enjoy a drink, live music, and... |
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At the end of each Antarctic summer, the emperor penguins of the South Pole journey to their traditional breeding grounds in a fascinating mating ritual that is captured in this documentary narrated by Morgan Freeman. The journey across frozen tundra proves to be the simplest part of the ritual, as after the egg is hatched, the female must delicately transfer it to the male and make her way back to...
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Step Back in Time and Experience the Glamour of the Roaring 20s! Our beautifully renovated, deliciously historic grand ballroom is the perfect setting to transport yourself to the sophisticated elegance... 
From the prairies of Saskatchewan to sharing the stage with arguably the greatest and most influential guitarists of all time, Colin James embodies the essence of Canadian blues-rock. Inspired by...
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Mount Vernon Library Foundation presents An Evening with Daniel James Brown. Join the Mount Vernon Library Foundation for our second annual author event and support exciting library programs for the entire community. The library is open and paid for but the Foundation needs help to continue supporting the programs that make it...
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Shake off the dark and drearies and get ready to embrace spring! The Bellingham Queer Collective is throwing a whimsical adult-only costumed dance party at the Hotel Leo. During this Enchanted Spring Dance, the Crystal Ballroom will become a magical forest where all fantastical creatures and characters are welcomed. Find more information on their website or Instagram, @bellinghamqueercollective.... |
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Join Skagit Valley Larder for an educational cheese pairing workshop at their recently opened Mount Vernon wine shop, cheese counter,...
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Overwhelmed by her suffocating schedule, touring European princess Ann (Audrey Hepburn, in her American film debut) takes off for a night while in Rome. When a sedative she took from her doctor kicks in, however, she falls asleep on a park bench and is found by an American reporter, Joe Bradley (Gregory Peck),who takes... |
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Native American flute. Acoustic guitar. Piano. Cello. Singing. Artist: Tsowmet(Andrew Johnson) J.P. Falcon Grady Marc Nicols Ben Workman Smith |
9 events,This annual birding festival takes advantage of the on-coming spring to view the birds migrating over the Pacific Flyway. Check out bird spotting...
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Would you consider yourself an artist? Can you hold a pencil, a pen, or a paintbrush? If so, the “Face-Off” portrait drawing competition may be for you. For a $25 entry fee, teams of two will have an hour and 15 minutes to draw portraits of each other. After the portraits are finished, participants will...
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The Lincoln Theatre is proud to welcome Asleep at the Wheel back to our stage as part of their Happy Trails tour! For over fifty years, Asleep at the Wheel's Ray Benson has been traversing the globe as an ambassador of Western swing music and introducing its irresistible sound to generation after generation. More than 100 musicians have passed through the Wheel, but Benson remains the front man and the keeper of the vision, in the process... |
11 events,This arts festival, organized by Allied Arts of Whatcom County, is a newer annual spring event celebrating the diverse cultures that make up Whatcom County. People from many different backgrounds exhibit “what makes their culture unique through f ine art, craft, food, song, dance, storytelling,” or any such creative practice. A schedule with workshops, performances, and talks accompanies craft and food vendors for an altogether illuminating event. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. both days, Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 355 Harris... The Whatcom Cultural Arts Festival is an annual spring festival hosted by Allied Arts that celebrates the diverse cultures that make up our beautiful region. We invite folks of all backgrounds to show off what makes their culture unique through fine art, craft, food, song, dance, storytelling and any other creative endeavor. Representation of as many cultures as possible is a festival goal. Participants are asked to create...
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This festive run/walk offers runners of all ages and abilities an active way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! The race will start at the corner of West Laurel Street and Cornwall Avenue, follow either a 5K or 8k map, then finish at the 1000 block of Railroad Avenue, followed by awards at Boundary Bay...
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Cabinets of curiosity have a long-standing tradition, ranging from a single bottle to an entire room. And as long as humans have been curious, we have been making gaffs, fake curiosities (often passed off as real). In each of these three classes, we will fill as many jars...
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MUSEO - Art & Archive 704 W. Holly St, Bellingham Saturday, March 15th 12pm-3pm The public is invited to celebrate the opening of a new museum in Old Town Bellingham. A sister museum to The Helen Loggie Museum of Art, MUSEO is an assemblage of... |
14 events,Join Boundary Bay Brewery in celebrating its final St. Patrick’s Day weekend before closing down. There will be live music throughout the weekend, and after the St. Patrick’s Day parade on Sunday, Boundary Bay will be serving its “Backyard BBQ” in the beer garden. Reservations are recommended for those who want to sit in the taproom or bistro. 11 a.m., Boundary Bay Brewery, 1107 Railroad Ave., Bellingham, 360.647.5593, bbaybrewery.com
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Join us for our Annual St. Patrick’s Day Brunch at Hotel Leo on Sunday, March 16! This festive twist on our regular Sunday Jazz Brunch brings the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day to the table with a traditional Irish-inspired menu, lively music, and festive beverages to toast the occasion. Don your green and make a morning of it—fuel up before heading to the Bellingham St. Patrick’s Day Parade. There’s no better way to kick off...
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For years, the Bellingham St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been a celebration not just of Irish-American culture, but of local safety personnel and ways to keep Bellingham green beyond one-day fashion choices! The Parade encourages the use of green energy, sustainable materials, and...
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This March, enter into the world of the mythical, magical, and downright terrifying. Heroes and monsters alike will be taking over Mount Baker Theatre in this display of fantastical puppetry....
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This year’s Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) features an exciting lineup of films that capture the spirit of adventure and perseverance in the world of fly fishing. Highlights include...
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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, improvised letters based on audience suggestions... |
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March 18: To Catch a Thief Alfred Hitchcock brings his particular sense of style and humor in a movie about the notorious cat... |
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Let’s ring in Spring on the first day of the season by painting one of Spring’s earliest flowers, the Crocus! In this one-day watercolor workshop, instructor Angela Wright will guide students through the process while students gain insight...
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The Lincoln Theatre is proud to present Jenner Fox Band and the music of Paul Simon. Jenner Fox Band brings new life to Paul Simon's beloved catalog. The idea for the tribute project came to the band backstage on the eve of the 2020 election when someone started playing "American Tune," and they discovered... |
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WORKING The Musical, based on the book by Studs Terkel Produced by Bellingham TheatreWorks and Options High School Options High School Theatre, 2015 Franklin St, Bellingham, WA March 21, 22, 28, 29, 30 Friday and Saturday at 7:30 and Sunday at 2:00 Tickets: $25 general, $10 Students www.BellinghamTheatreWorks.org Questions or accommodations call 360-209-5599 Bellingham TheatreWorks in partnership with Options High School drama department presents the musical WORKING, based on the book by Studs Terkel. WORKING tells stories of working...
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Cozy Comedy presents: Susan Rice live onstage at the Lincoln Theatre! Cozy Comedy is bringing one of the most viral comedians to the Lincoln Theatre. Named "Portland's Funniest Person," Susan Rice recently found massive online success with a "Don't Tell Comedy" special that...
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Following great success with her “Don’t Tell Comedy” special, Susan Rice is hitting the stage in Mount Vernon. Featured on “America’s Got Talent” and previously voted Portland’s Funniest Person, Rice has proven she’s got the chops to get us rolling, so don’t miss your chance to laugh along with... |
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The Honeywagon Runs are a series of running events held at the Nooksack Valley Middle School. The events for the day consist of a half-mile marathon, a 4-mile run, and a kid’s fun run. Runs cost anywhere from $10 to $45 with the winner of the half marathon being...
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Join us Saturday, March 22nd, for the 3rd annual Spring Makers Market at the Depot Market Square in downtown Bellingham. Hosted by Bellingham Makers Market, this vibrant event celebrates the arrival of spring with over 90 local artisans and food trucks, offering a variety of handmade goods and delicious bites. As the season changes, it's the perfect time to discover fresh, creative products and enjoy the local community. The market is open from 10am to 4pm—come...
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From writer and director John Krasinski, IF is about a girl named Bea (Cailey Fleming) who discovers that she can see everyone's imaginary friends, as she embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten "IF"s with their kids. Ryan Reynolds co-stars as Cal,...
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Saturday, March 22nd from 1-3pm at MakeShift Art Space (306 Flora St.) $15, NOTAFLOF. Facilitated by local artist Zion Georges (@zionartistry). An introductory workshop focused on understanding and drawing the anatomy and structure of the nose. We will also explore with instructions on using...
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Members of Slighe nan Gaidheal, Washingtong’s Scottish Gaelic society, will be demonstrating the ancient tradition of waulking the tweed at Northwest Yarns & Mercantile. Cloth workers...
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Saturday, March 22, 5:00pm. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St, Bellingham, WA 98225. Acclaimed soprano, Sherrie Kahn, presents a solo recital in support of Music-St. Paul's. She will be joined by pianist and vocal coach, Jay Rozendaal, of Seattle Opera, WWU...
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Acrobatic Conundrum presents “The Circus of Second Chances” featuring rope acrobatics, Cyr wheel, handbalancing, live baking, and clown. On a relentless quest for wonder, three veteran acrobats let their imaginations run wild to fulfill secret longings. Fluent in the language of circus, Acrobatic Conundrum’s principal performers melt the fourth wall to reveal their flaws and journeys to redemption. The audience plays a vital part in The Circus of Second Chances, in which ropes are dancescapes,... |
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The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra is bringing the wonders of the outdoors to the Mount Baker theatre with this nature inspired concert! Enjoy pieces such as John Williams’ “Jaws” theme and “Cantus Arcticus, Concerto for Birds and Orchestra,” and listen to guest pianist Jessica Choe of the Seattle Symphony. With tickets starting at just $15, you don’t want to miss this musical masterpiece! 3 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N....
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Acrobatic Conundrum presents “The Circus of Second Chances” featuring rope acrobatics, Cyr wheel, handbalancing, live baking, and clown. On a relentless quest for wonder, three veteran acrobats let their imaginations run wild to fulfill secret longings. Fluent in the language of circus, Acrobatic Conundrum’s principal performers melt the fourth wall to reveal their flaws and journeys to redemption. The audience plays a vital part in The Circus of Second... |
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Get ready to mix, blend, and craft your own signature bitters! In this hands-on class, you’ll experiment with a variety of herbs, aromatics, and spirits to create two unique bitters to take home. We’ll provide everything you need—mason jars, dropper... |
8 events,Ahead of next month’s Whatcom County Home & Lifestyle Show, the Skagit/Island Counties Builders Association Home Show will hold their 43rd annual show at the Skagit County Fairgrounds! It’s the largest home and garden vendor event in the counties, plus food trucks, talks, and fun events for the whole family. Skagit County Fairgrounds, 501 Taylor St., Mount Vernon, 360.757.6916, sicba.org/home-show We’ll be there too! Come visit us at the Bellingham Alive booth for a chat... 
The Annual SICBA Home Show is back on March 28th, 29th, and 30th at the Skagit County Fairgrounds in Burlington, WA! This must-attend event is perfect for homeowners, DIY enthusiasts, and anyone planning a building or renovation project. Explore the latest trends in home improvement, design, and construction, connect with local vendors, and discover innovative products and expert advice to bring your ideas to...
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Enjoy a beverage, share a snack, or savor dinner as you listen to the melodies of Fritz and the Freeloaders...
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"Rusalka" is based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid”. Disney adapted and changed the original story to have a happy ending unlike the original. Although mostly known by American audiences as the composer of the stirring “New World Symphony”, Antonin Dvořák was a prolific composer of opera and "Rusalka" is among the most frequently performed...
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The Skagit Community Band Presents: “Cinema Paradiso” Music from the Silver Screen Join the Skagit Community Band as we perform music from popular and obscure movies and shows. Soundtrack selections from the composers: Ennio Morricone (Cinema Paradiso, Moments From Morricone), John Williams (Cowboys, and Catch Me If You Can), Alan Menken (Disney’s Hercules Highlights) and Hiroshi Miyagawa (Space Battleship Yamato) , just to name a few. Concerts at... |
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Cabinets of curiosity have a long-standing tradition, ranging from a single bottle to an entire room. And as long as humans have been curious, we have been making gaffs, fake curiosities (often passed off as real). In each of these three classes, we will fill as many jars as we can (one and maybe two at least) with different fake curios. We will also discuss display of our curios and talk the history of...
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Create an amazing, fused glass piece that reveals a perfect array of tiny bubbles trapped inside or presents an optical illusion...
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Enjoy chili and dance to 50s/60s rock & roll with Fossil Rock, on Sat. 3/29 at the Rome Grange, for a fundraiser to support local law enforcement, sponsored by the Bellingham Chapter of the International Footprint Association. Food at 5pm and music begins... |
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"Rusalka" is based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid”. Disney adapted and changed the original story to have a happy ending unlike the original. Although mostly known by American audiences as the composer of the stirring “New World Symphony”, Antonin Dvořák was a prolific composer of opera and "Rusalka" is...
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The Skagit Community Band Presents: “Cinema Paradiso” Music from the Silver Screen Join the Skagit Community Band as we perform music from popular and obscure movies and shows. Soundtrack selections from... |
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Birchwood Garden Club Established 1931-Bellingham, Washington Planting Seeds of Friendship throughout our Community The April 2, 2025 meeting of the Birchwood Garden... |
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Bellingham welcomes authors around the world to the 2025 Chanticleer Authors Conference (CAC2025). Learn from bestselling authors, including award-winning author J.D. Barker, in Masterclasses, Workshops, and Panels. Celebrate this year’s best books at the Chanticleer International Book Awards (CIBA) and meet the authors at the "Books... |
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A rag-tag theater group tries their hardest to put on a show, but the playwright’s revisions become a big obstacle.
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In this one day workshop, instructor Angela Wright will guide students through painting a watercolor cottontail bunny sitting in Spring flowers. Students will walk away with a beautiful, seasonal painting, as well as a newfound appreciation for...
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"Rusalka" is based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid”. Disney adapted and changed the original story to have a happy... |
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Intuitive Art is all about connecting with your creative intuition and allowing it to guide you through the process of creating art. The idea is to unleash your inner artist and nurture your self, experience creative freedom, experiment with different materials and most importantly, to have FUN. This workshop introduces a...
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Your Weekend Indulgence! Brunch just got even better—Hotel Leo now invites you to savor the perfect blend of delicious flavors and live...
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Boot Scootin Fun'Raiser for the Airow Project A Line Dance Class - all levels welcome Taught by Pam Kuntz April 5th 2:00-4:30 Firehouse Arts and Events Center Come enjoy a fantastic time line dancing and support an amazing non-profit! No experience is necessary. All proceeds to benefit the Airow Project, a local non-profit providing adaptive recreational opportunities for people with disabilities. $20 |
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Your Weekend Indulgence! Brunch just got even better—Hotel Leo now invites you to savor the perfect blend of delicious flavors and live jazz every Saturday and Sunday at our Jazz Brunch. Treat yourself to a spread of breakfast and brunch favorites, from classic staples to indulgent treats, all served in the elegant setting of our historic hotel. Raise a glass with a mimosa or Bloody Mary, or opt for one of our refreshing mocktails to keep it light....
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"Rusalka" is based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid”. Disney adapted and changed the original story to have a happy ending unlike the original. Although mostly known by American audiences as the composer of the stirring “New World Symphony”, Antonin Dvořák was a prolific composer of opera and "Rusalka" is among the most frequently performed operas around the world. Sung in Czech...
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BMC brings the world-famous Rastrelli Cello Quartet back to Bellingham for their exclusive West Coast engagement! “The Best of…” celebrates 25 years of touring Europe and North America with a wide and exciting repertoire. Start with favorite works by Gluck, Tchaikovsky and Grieg, follow by Piazzolla’s tangos and film scores by Ennio Morricone, Hans Zimmer, and Henry Mancini, and conclude with surprises from the popular song book. A show for the whole family!!!... |
