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 Space 306 Flora St. Bellingham, WA 98225
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.
Come shop at your local mobile farmers market featuring Whatcom grown/raised produce, meat, seafood, eggs, and more! Where: Deming Quick Stop, Shell Station When: 9:00am - 3:00pm Saturdays, June 7th-October 25th
Come shop at your local mobile farmers market featuring Whatcom grown/raised produce, meat, seafood, eggs, and more! Where: North Fork Library When:...
Come shop at your local mobile farmers market featuring Whatcom grown/raised produce, meat, seafood, eggs, and more! Where: Northwest Pawn Parking Lot When: 9:00am - 2:00pm Sundays, June 8th-October 26th
The San Juan Islands Museum of Art Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary with Shapeshifters – An Exhibition of Contemporary Northwest Coast Native Art and Culture The San Juan Islands Museum of Art is proud to present Shapeshifters – a major exhibition of contemporary Northwest Coast Native art, June 13 – September 15, 2025, www.SJIMA.org. The Museum is located at 540 Spring Street, Friday Harbor.
‘Reflections of the Land; Himalayan Paintings and Cascadian Basketry’ and It’s About Time’s new Gallery Shop will open on Saturday August 16th, running through the end of September. On display will be seldom shown traditional and contemporary works by Nepalese artists from a private collection, alongside captivating baskets woven by members of the Basket Weavers...
Calling all makes, models, and motorcycle enthusiasts! If it has two or more wheels and an engine, it's welcome! This is the third of our three shows for this year. It will be held at The Cedars RV Resort in Ferndale from 9am-2pm. You can look...
Due to the success of this exhibition which opened July 12th, we are extending it until September 27th! Cordata Gallery is proud to invite you to Modern Meets Primitive, an exhibition featuring the works by local artists Richard Nash, Brian O'Neill, and David Syre, whose works explore the meeting point between gestural expressions and timeless, elegant forms. The exhibition looks at how...
TANGOLIFE FALL CLASS SCHEDULE 2025 Every WEDNESDAY at The Majestic 1027 N Forest St, Bellingham Beginning Tango class: 6:30-7:30 pm. Intermediate Tango class: 7:30-8:30 pm Cost: $10-15. Newcomers free first class in September. Contact: Rebzebb@msn.com, 360-739-0685 Website: BellinghamTango.com
Bellingham Music Club opens its 110th season with Bellissima Brass, a quintet that plays a women composers program for horn, trumpet, tuba and trombone. Michelle Rockwood, Karolyn Labes, Shelly Devlin, Amy Kavanagh, and Emma Eliason will perform works by Gwyneth Walker, Fanny Mendelssohn-Hensel, Barbara York, and Florence Price. Join us right after Labor Day for a matinee concert on Wednesday, September 3, at 10:30am, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 119...
Birchwood Garden Club September Speaker Topic: Begonias, Fuchsias and Geraniums with Judy Boxx The September 3, 2025 meeting of the Birchwood Garden Club will be held in the Rotunda Room of the Old City...
oxel Gallery is proud to present Monochromatic, a striking group exhibition running from July 31 through September 10, 2025. Featuring black-and-white photography, grayscale paintings, and digital artworks, this show delves into the expressive potential of a restricted palette—where contrast, texture, and form take on heightened emotional resonance. For...
Gong & Sound Bath Benefit: unwind and replenish in a deeply relaxing soundscape with Kristi Moseley of Mystic Heart Sound Meditation. Proceeds benefit Whatcom Million Trees Project’s efforts to protect and plant 1 million trees throughout Whatcom County. Friday 6:30PM September 05 at the Firehouse in Fairhaven. Rise feeling refreshed, grounded and centered. Details and tickets available today at MysticHeartBeats.com.
Bellingham Music Club opens its 110th season with Bellissima Brass, an all-women quintet that plays an all-women composers program for horn, trumpet, tuba and trombone. Michelle Rockwood, Karolyn Labes, Shelly Devlin, Amy Kavanagh, and Emma Eliason will perform works by Gwyneth Walker, Fanny Mendelssohn-Hensel, Barbara York, and Florence Price. Join us right after Labor Day, for the full-length “Night Beat” concert on Friday, September 5, 7:30pm at First Congregational Church, 2401 Cornwall Ave. in...
Ride the Teal Wave is a fun paddle in Bellingham Bay that benefits STAAR Low-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer Foundation. Schedule 1:30 pm: Sign in at the Community Boating Center. Pick up a teal T-shirt and flag. 2 pm: Launch from the Fairhaven boat ramp. 2-4 pm: Paddle along the shore of Bellingham Bay. Gather in flotillas. Take pictures. Wave a flag. Have fun. 4-7 pm: Grab a drink and a snack and...
Nourish your nervous system and awaken your vitality! Experience a gentle, empowering practice that activates your body’s natural capacity to heal while nourishing the nervous...
Whatcom Genealogical Society 1st Fall Meeting-Sharing Summer research results and reintroducing ourselves and our interests. Did you have a research trip or family reunion this summer? Maybe you are new to our group, and you have some questions about research. This is a great meeting to start off the Fall. Visitors are welcome! https://www.whatcom-gen-soc.org
Scottish Country Dancing is the social dancing of Scotland. It is one of the root influences of US folk dancing. In each 6-week session you will progress from learning basic steps and figures which build into fun group dances. Dance to the...
Connect with nature with at least 15 minutes of walking meditation followed by an hour-long sound bath by Ruby Koa. Bring a yoga mat, blanket or sleeping bag, and dress warm! Pre-registration required. This event is for ages 7 years and older, under 18 with an adult. This event costs $25. http://apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/Activity_Search/40266
Come out every second Friday of the month to Depot Market Square for free skate! Bring your own roller skates or inlines. Helmets and pads (elbow, knee, and wrist) recommended. This is a free, all ages event, under 18 with an adult. DAY/DATE: Fridays / Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12 http://apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/Activity_Search/40269
Individual: $80 early bird, $90 after; Tandem: $100 early bird, $120 after Great views, fresh air, tough climbs. Ascend 4,462 feet from Chair 9 in Glacier to Artist Point (5,140 feet elevation) in approximately 22 miles. The Mt. Baker Highway (SR542) is known as one of the most scenic paved roads in the country and rarely is the highway closed to motorized vehicles from Glacier to Artist Point. With steep elevation...
LAST CHANCE: First-Time Homebuyer Class — Two-Night Series (Sept & Oct) Missed Tuesday’s class at Goods? You’ve got two more chances this year—each is a two-night event. Pick one month and plan to attend both nights to complete the series at Movement Mortgage: 2200 Rimland Dr Suite #250, Bellingham, WA 98226. Choose your series: * September: Sept 15 and Sept 17 * October: Oct 20 and Oct 21 Why join us * Unlock up to $40,000 in down payment assistance...
Whatcom Horticultural Society is back with one of our favorite MEMBER-ONLY EVENTS – making your own arrangement! Materials fee $45 – pre-registration online is required! You can pay online or at the door, but please pre-register by Sept 11! Seating is limited; this event will fill up fast. You must be a current member to attend, join, or...
Join GLM Winery in the release of two wines (one white, one red) paired with the musical talents of Michael Dayvid and a new star in the culinary world: Queens of Fire Wood-Fired Pizza Truck. 6PM-9PM Thursday, Sept. 18th at the garage winery in Blaine: 1678 Boblett Street (exit 275). We'd love to see you there...
Join us for a delightful culinary experience led by Marisa Papetti of Marie’s Bees, where you can learn the art of cheesemaking using the finest local Twin Brook Creamery milk! In these hands-on classes, you...
Bring a blanket and yoga mat and enjoy soothing sound vibrations of Himalayan singing bowls, gongs, and bells for deep relaxation. Sessions are hosted by either Everitt Allen of Sound Therapy of the Pacific Northwest, Kristi Moseley of Mystic Heart, or Ruby Koa of Inspire Yoga. Pre-registration is required for all sessions. September 19 with Kristi October 10 with Ruby November 21 with Everitt December 19 with Kristi TIME: 5:30–6:30 pm AGES: All (6 years and older with an...
Sign up today for this fun series of classes that provide young children with a positive introduction to tam sports. Kids and adults will play together while coaches lead activities, drills, and mini games helping to build basic skills along with sportsmanship and community. Each session includes four classes focusing on a different...
As part of the Bellingham Celtic Festival weekend, Hotel Leo invites you to a special whisky tasting at Amendment 21 in Downtown Bellingham. This community-driven festival, running September 17–21, 2025, celebrates Celtic culture with concerts, sessions, workshops, tea, and more — and our tasting is the perfect way to raise a glass in the spirit of the weekend. On Saturday, September 19, enjoy one of two guided 30-minute sessions at 2 PM or 3 PM, each featuring a thoughtfully...
GangBall is a fast-paced adaptive sport where players use specially designed wheelchairs to score by carrying a ball across the opponent's goal line. Combining elements of rugby, basketball, and handball, the sport emphasizes strategy and...
The fall equinox marks a time of introspection and release. Pause, let go, (re)balance and center, awakening our senses to the seasonal energetic shift. Kristi Moseley will offer a meditative soundscape to unwind and carry you into deep listening and renewal. Please bring padding to remain comfortable while reclined on the floor, a cozy blanket for warmth and a small pillow. Indoor event, located inside Woodstock’s Barn event...
Join us on Monday September 22nd for an acoustic affair to remember in the heart of downtown B'ham with award-winning violin legend Tim Kliphuis (Holland) and rising star on manouche jazz guitar Jimmy Grant (LA). The duo celebrates the music of Stéphane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt. Re-creating the 1930s in Paris, and drawing inspiration from current-day classical and folk music as well, they alternate moments of dazzling interplay with melancholy and sheer exhilaration in an...
Join Marisa Papetti of Marie's Bees at Hela Provisions for a cozy cheesemaking demonstration where I’ll show you how to make fresh, creamy chèvre using local goat’s milk. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the option to purchase delicious food and wine while you watch. Browse their amazing selection of local and international gourmet goods, soak in the...
Join us on September 24th and 25th for It’s All Connected, where we will explore the intersection of the opioid crisis, mental health, and incarceration through personal stories, local data, immersive learning experiences, and community-driven solutions. Change begins when our community comes together and builds a path forward rooted in justice, compassion, and healing. The re-entry simulation on September 24th is at capacity. Please...
News of crashing insect populations may make you feel hopeless about the future. However, there are many things you can do to make a real difference in improving insect biodiversity where you live. There is so much...
Relieve stress, relax and restore with a guided meditation, healing sounds and movement with licensed therapist, Layla Jasper. Learn tools to add more relaxation to your life. Bring a cozy set up including a pillow, blanket and cushy yoga mat. Pre-registration is required. DAY/DATES: Monday / Sept. 29, Oct. 13, Nov. 24, Dec. 8 TIME: 6:00–7:00 pm...
Bellingham Music Club continues to “Elevate Your Spirit” with pianists Rebecca and Gabriel Mañalac in early October. “Echoes and Departures” is a rich program for two pianos featuring composers from home and abroad. It includes works by Saint-Saëns,...
Birchwood Garden Club October Speaker Topic: “Iris—A Flower for All Seasons” with Patrick Spence of Cascadia Iris Gardens. The October 1, 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 98225. Doors open at 6:30 PM. The speaker for the evening will be...
Event Name: One Church – Whatcom Night of Worship Date: Thursday, October 2 Time: Foodtrucks & Fun @ 5:00 PM | Worship @ 6:00 PM Location: 4173 Meridian Street | CTK Bellingham The heartbeat of this gathering is simple: unity in Jesus. On this special evening, churches, organizations, families, and individuals from across Whatcom County will come together in fellowship...
Bellingham local Bo Bestvina shares incredible guitar playing, soul-stirring lyrics, and stories about finding a place to call home. For years, Bo had wanted to stitch together...
Enjoy creating crafts and activities with the whole family from the comfort of your own home! Sign up for a seasonally themed kit containing supplies, instructions, interactive ideas and lots of inspiration for you to create fun projects and memories together. Kits will be available for pick up...
Join celebrated singer/songwriter Lydia McCauley for a special reunion concert featuring music from her six beloved albums—including Sabbath Day’s Journey, Entrances, The Beauty of the Earth, and more—plus new single releases. Known for her unique blend of Contemporary, Folk, and Classical...
Come enjoy live music, great company, and a night dedicated to helping homeless cats and dogs in foster care with Alternative Humane Society! Generously hosted by our volunteer, Alycia, in celebration of her 40th birthday + our friends at District Brewing - Lynden. Date: Friday, October 3, 2025 Time: 6:00–9:00 PM Location: District Brewing – 6912 Hannegan Rd, Lynden, WA 98264 Featuring: - Live Acoustic Music by local pop artist...
October 3 - November 1st Opening Reception: October 3, 6pm-9pm 1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 Untethered Odyssey invites viewers on a journey through diverse artistic landscapes where meticulous craft meets unbounded imagination. This compelling group exhibition celebrates the courage to venture beyond familiar territories, exploring the delicate balance between control and spontaneity across four...
Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 4pm 1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 Untethered Odyssey invites viewers on a journey through diverse artistic landscapes where meticulous craft meets unbounded imagination. This compelling group exhibition celebrates the courage to venture beyond familiar territories, exploring the delicate balance between control and spontaneity across four distinctive artistic voices. The...
Celebrate the season by the bay at our Fall Artisan Market on Saturday, October 4 from 11 AM–4 PM under the Semiahmoo Tent Pavilion. Explore handcrafted...
Get ready to don your lederhosen and raise a stein at the Ferndale Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 4th, from 5-10 pm Join us for a night of Bavarian fun and festivities at our 21+ event, filled with music, dancing, costume contest, and traditional Bavarian games. This year, we're "revving" it up and including a Power Wheels Drag Race to the shenanigans! Indulge in delicious bites from our food truck and grab a pint of your favorite brew....
Experience the 20th edition of the infamous Concrete Ghost Walk. LOCATION: Your tour begins at the Historic Concrete Theatre, 45920 Main Street. The theatre was built in 1923 and has long been a haunted hotspot in Concrete. SCHEDULE: The event starts at 7:00 p.m. on four Saturdays: October 4, 11, 18, 25. You are encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes in advance. Please arrive...
Come fix all the things! Come join us for our next Fix-it Fair at the Ohio Street Workstudios. We will have clothing mending, small appliance repair, knife sharpening, bike repair, jewelry repair, leather conditioning and more! Check out our FB event page for updated menders and how they can help you! All repairs are done free or by donation. Repairs requiring additional time or...