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...
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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... 
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 It’s Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” alongside an up-to-date, hilarious and... 
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... |
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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,... |
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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... |
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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... |
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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 of Nicholas Bussard. Join us for...
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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: March Topic: Ciscoe Morris –“Design in the... |
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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... |
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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...
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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...
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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... |
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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...
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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 of the 1920s. Enjoy a complimentary welcome absinthe cocktail along with an array of sumptious appetizers as you take in - and perhaps dance - to the live band playing all your... 
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 the legendary Stevie Ray Vaughan's advice “I’m opening doors...
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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 extraordinary. Daniel James Brown is the author...
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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. 7:30-11 p.m., Hotel Leo, 1224 Cornwall Ave., 360.746.9097,... |
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Join Skagit Valley Larder for an educational cheese pairing workshop at their recently opened Mount Vernon wine shop, cheese counter, and cafe. A representative from Garden Path Fermentation, a Skagit Valley hyper local producer that makes beer, wine, cider, and mead, will provide five 2-ounce pours of...
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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 her back to his apartment for safety. At work the next morning, Joe finds out Ann's regal identity and bets his... |
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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
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The Lincoln Theatre and Celtic Arts Foundation are proud to present Altan. With a career in Irish music over for 35 years, Altan has achieved legendary status in a genre that has been equally shaped by the band’s influence and genius. Audiences from Ireland to Japan to Australia to Europe have embraced their heartwarming, dynamic live performances... |
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 locations around the waters of Blaine, Birch Bay, and Semiahmoo; go on guided field trips and birding cruises and listen to speakers! There are activities...
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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...
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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... |
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... 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 artwork, performances or food that is inspired by...
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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...
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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...
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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.... |
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...
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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...
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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 a clean-as-you-go mindset, asking participants to help keep the downtown parade route clean as they...
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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 Dan’s...
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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 and those letters we only wish we could write. March letter readers include: Holly Witte, Carly Haapala, Sean Dwyer, Laurie Jordan, Silvana Clark, Greg Aanes, Shirley King, Kendra Wagner, Dartanion London and Jayne Entwistle with musical guest Logan... |
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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 burglar John... |
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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...
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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... |
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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...
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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 has garnered over 65 million views in 5 months! She's also...
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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... |
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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 awarded $100 and the...
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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...
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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, an...
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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 charcoal to capture the form of the nose through shading and line work. All ages and experience levels are welcome! No one is turned away for lack of funds. Additionally,...
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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 and St. Paul's. The program will include...
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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... |
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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. Commercial St., Bellingham, 360.734.6080, bellinghamsymphony.org
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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... |
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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... 
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...
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Enjoy a beverage, share a snack, or savor dinner as you listen to the melodies of Fritz and the Freeloaders at Amendment 21. About the Band All styles: Rock, Pop, Country, Ska, Blues, Funk. All eras: 60's to present day. So many different artists: Beatles, Petty, Gorillaz, Everly Brothers. But wait! Who is Fritz? He was our original bass player's guide dog, the ever-lovable golden lab. When Dave left the name stuck, and Fritz evolved from a flesh-and-blood...
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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...
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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... |
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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...
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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 of lines growing wider and narrower in a checkerboard pattern. These pieces incorporate simple tricks based on the behavior of...
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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 at 6pm. 21+ with full bar available. Includes silent auction and money draws. Cash or check only. Questions - contact Steve at 360-223-8744 or stevesteele@hotmail.com |
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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....
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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) ,... |
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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 Club will be held in the Rotunda Room of the Old City Hall Museum, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham, WA... |
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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 by the Bay" Book Fair at Village Books - Fairhaven on Sunday, April 6th! Find out more... |
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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 watercolor and various new techniques. For beginning and intermediate artists alike. Class Fee: $48 Materials Fee: $8 Ages: Teens and Adults 16+ Registration Deadline: 4/03 12 PM
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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 with English Subtitles. Pre-concert lecture in the hall 45 minutes prior to performance. https://purchase.mcintyrehall.org/EventAvailability?EventId=5001 28 March... |
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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 method of creating art that aims to explore and uncover aspects...
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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...
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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... |
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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...
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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...
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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... |