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...
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...
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: 10:00am - 2:00pm Saturdays, June 7th-October 25th
Come shop at your local mobile farmers market featuring Whatcom grown/raised produce, meat, seafood, eggs, and more! Where: Northwest Pawn Parking Lot When: 9:00am - 2:00pm Sundays, June 8th-October 26th
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 system. Through movement, breath, and intention, Tai Chi Flow supports you...
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 joyful music of jigs and reels and the elegant strathspey. Wear soft soled shoes or your favorite...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 teamwork. Open to all abilities (for ages 12 and up) - all bodies welcome and wheelchairs provided! There is...
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 AGES: 18 years and older LOCATION: Cordata Park Pavilion COST: $15 each session Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/Activity_Search/40270
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, Rachmaninoff, Argentine composer Carlos Guastavino, plus the famous "La valse" by Ravel!!! Join us for a matinee preview on Wednesday,...
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 Patrick Spence of Cascadia Iris Gardens in...
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...
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 a creative life as a musician and writer. It just took losing a job, a pandemic, backpacking in Spain, and a surprise landing in Bellingham for things to settle in....
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 beginning the first Friday of each month. Please note: some simple household items may be required to complete all projects. Deadline...
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 styles, Lydia’s music has been described as “sophisticated Folk” and “therapy for the senses.” Lydia will be joined by an ensemble of longtime collaborators for this one-night-only performance: Phil Heaven – viola Nancy Rumbel – Grammy...
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,...
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 distinctive artistic voices. The exhibition features Liz Cunningham's exquisite beaded jewelry, lovingly constructed...
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 Poulenc, Saint-Saëns, Rachmaninoff, Argentine composer Carlos Guastavino, plus the famous "La valse" by Ravel!!! Join us for the full-length “Night Beat” concert on Friday, October 3, 7:30pm at First Congregational...
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...
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 earlier if...
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...
Qigong is moving meditation. The benefits of Qigong include physical, mental and emotional well-being. Qigong reduces stress, strengthens the immune system, creates flexibility, speeds healing from injury, promotes restful sleep, relieves anxiety and depression and much more. Caryn will guide you through simple warmups and Qigong forms, ending with a short sitting meditation. Wear comfortable clothing. Instructor Caryn Boyd Diel has been teaching internationally for over 30 years. No experience is necessary. Pre-registration required. Cost:...
The MELT Method is an innovative self-treatment program that is taught in some of the most prestigious health, yoga and fitness centers worldwide. In this class you will learn how the connective tissue in your hands, feet, legs and spine get dehydrated, the common aches and pains it can...
BEFORE US, Kuntz and Company’s newest work, is a dance theatre piece exploring how we navigate, manage, and survive what is to come with grace and humility. Not as merely spectators of our lives, the performers dive into images of what came before and what is coming next while engaging in a journey across the stage. Ian Bivins, Cara Congelli,...
We are excited to welcome Heronswood Garden’s Director, Dr. Ross Bayton, for a talk on the best that shade gardening has to offer. Expand your plant palette to include shade-loving plants that are grown in the famous garden, that is known for its rare plants and cutting-edge design. As with many Pacific...
Dementia Support NW warmly welcomes you to our annual conference, Friday, Oct. 10, 8-4 at the Lakeway hotel, Four Points by Sheraton. "DEMENTIA: Caring Together" will be a day of informational talks, a lovely lunch, and breaks to visit our dementia resource fair. Learn from experts, find support, and share what we've learned. Please join us! More info or register at: https://www.dementiasupportnw.org/general-1
On Friday, October 10 at 7:00 p.m., the Concrete Theatre invites you to travel back in time—exactly 100 years—to the night when The Phantom of the Opera first appeared on our screen. Released in 1925, and...
La Conner Thrives Association & Washington Shakespearean Festival Email: laconnerthrives@gmail.com Phone: 253-678-1965 Website: (http://www.washakespeare.org/fablesfaire) --- La Conner Thrives Association and Washington Shakespearean Festival Announce the Inaugural "Fables Faire" A Celebration of Myths, Legends, and Heroic Tales in Skagit Valley La Conner, WA –...
Welcome local author Sandi Madison to the Readings Gallery for a book talk and interactive activity about her debut book, Diving Before Dawn: A Dream Exploration! What if the strangest dreams you've ever had hold answers to your biggest life challenges? 'Diving Before Dawn: A Dream Exploration,' explores insights, revelations, and the deep, metaphorical nature...
The Blaine Art Gallery invites you to our inaugural juried show, Small Art, Big Impact, bringing artist works from all over the Western US. The Opening Reception is on 10/11/25, from 4pm - 7pm. Join us for art, conversation, and light refreshments.
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...
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 earlier if you plan to purchase gourmet...
Teams of 8 runners explore 30+ miles of trails, roads, and parks with leg lengths between 3 miles and 6 miles on this untimed fun run. Each transition spot is one of eight local breweries and cideries throughout Bellingham. It all ends with an...
Admission at the Door General admission: $10 Seniors: $7 NMA members: $5 NMA members volunteering at the event: FREE Children under 12: FREE Students with ID card: FREE **Pre-order your tickets now to receive a $2 discount** Activities Join us for a day full of fungal fascination and fun!...
Join us Sunday morning, October 12th, for a special drag and variety show in the Hotel Leo’s Crystal Ballroom from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This event...
Using the Family Search.org catalog - a presentation by Charlotte Van Valkenburgh, an intern at the FamilySearch library in Salt Lake City. Learning how to fill the branches of your "Family Tree". Pioneer Pavilion, 2007 Cherry St. Ferndale, WA Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. Doors open at 1:30 P.M. For more information: https://www.whatcom-gen-soc.org
Financial Learning and Resiliency through Empowerment (FLARE) is a FREE series of eight consecutive classes designed to increase awareness of behaviors and beliefs surrounding money. Topics discussed are goal setting, budgeting, credit, banking, identity theft and fraud. 💙💛 Virtual classes...
Blessings of the Waters: From Glacier to Sea Exhibit showcases Bellingham photographer James K. Papp's stunning black and white images. From the Cascade Mountains to the Puget Sound, water is the connector between residents, tribes, farmers, fishers, municipalities, and industries, as well as nature’s flora and fauna. Informed by James K. Papp’s 40 years working in marine shipping and...
Have fun and learn about Bhangra and Bollywood dances in this workshop. Instructor Shuubh-Chintan Kaur, founder of Rhythms of India, will introduce you to the basic elements of this classic folkstyle Indian dance set to Bollywood beats. Enjoy and experience a new genre, dance style, language, and culture while burning calories in a stress-free environment! No dance experience needed and open to all...
The Upfront Theatre's improv experts will host and perform an original show based on your outdoorsy experiences and ideas. This is an all ages show, so bring your friends, your family, anyone who could use some silliness! All proceeds will go to support Wild Whatcom's youth program scholarships for families in need, as well as our free school programs across Whatcom Count. Get your tickets ASAP: https://itl.ink/wildlyfunny25
Join us this evening for a fun and informative class led by local dahlia experts and enthusiasts from the Whatcom County Dahlia Society. Throughout tonight’s discussion and presentation, you will learn about digging, dividing and storing...
The Skagit Community Band Presents: “Music of the Masters” Timeless music from master composers Join the Skagit Community Band under the direction of...
Join us for Bellingham's 5th Annual Sippin' on Cider Festival on October 18! Celebrate fall with a diverse selection of Pacific Northwest ciders, live local music, yard games, and tasty food from local trucks. New this year: Line Dancing and Pumpkin Painting! Enjoy ciders, autumn, and community while supporting Shifting Gears!
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,...
The Skagit Community Band Presents: “Music of the Masters” Timeless music from master composers Join the Skagit Community Band under the direction of Vince Fejeran, as we begin our 2025-2026 season by performing the music of Rimsky-...
WHWS is excited to bring Baba the Storyteller back to Bellingham for an all-ages community event on Monday, October 20th, from 6-7pm at Sehome High School! Gather with us for an evening of storytelling, music and connection, as Baba weaves unforgettable tales...
🇮🇹 Make Pasta Like a Tuscan with Chef Marta Ciappi Join us for an unforgettable hands-on Italian cooking experience with Chef Marta Ciappi of Siena, Italy. Learn authentic Tuscan pasta-making techniques while enjoying wine pairings from renowned Italian wineries — all in the elegant setting of Lairmont Manor. 📅 Dates: Monday, October 20 – Thursday, October 23 ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00...
We’re partnering with Gabriel’s Art Kids once again to bring a frightfully fun time to Woodstock Farm! Catch a shuttle from Fairhaven Park and enjoy exploring the haunted house, getting drawn into the séance room, joining the zombie dance, listening to spooky music and much more. Each night features something spooktacularly different! For more information and tickets go to gabrielsartkids.com. Pre-registration is required.
Black Diamond & AIARE present Designed For The Deep Join Black Diamond & AIARE at Backcountry Essentials (1417 North State Street, Bellingham, WA) for an evening of community, avalanche awareness, and backcountry tips—featuring BD Athlete Adrian Ballinger alongside AIARE instructors. Entry is just $5, which includes two raffle tickets, with more prizes up for grabs! All raffle proceeds benefit AIARE and NWAC. Location: Backcountry Essentials - 1417 N State St, Bellingham, WA...
Our 22nd Annual Peace Builder Awards will be held on October 24th, 2025, at the Four Points by Sheraton in Bellingham. Since 2003, this special evening has celebrated inspiring individuals and organizations whose dedication to community building has created lasting, positive change throughout our neighborhoods, schools, and all of Whatcom County. It's a night where we come together...
Three Artists with Unique Connections To Each Other Bellingham, October 2, 2025 – Chuckanut Bay Gallery and Sculpture Garden presents an amazing afternoon with three artists sharing not only their artwork but the stories that connect them. On Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 1PM to 4PM Bob Hogan, Jan Griggs and Rick Griggs will be a part of the Artist Showcase Series including live painting demonstrations. The Artists • Jan Griggs...
This candy-free event is for children Preschool through 2nd grade! Wear your costumes, make crafts, and win prizes playing games at our booths. Sensory Friendly experience from 1:30–2:30 pm, for youth ages 16...
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...
Seven decades of sublime and powerful music-making, 55 albums, numerous awards & tributes - Judy Collins is a living legend. Today, she is as creatively vigorous as when she first stepped onto a Greenwich Village stage. A brilliant performer and social activist, her voice and music are as vital as ever. Sunday, October 26, 7:30pm at Massey...
Kiwanis Kid's STEAM Expo is a free family event that will provide kids (ages 5 - 12) the opportunity to observe, explore and experiment with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Date: Saturday, November 1st Time: 11:00 - 3:00 pm Location: Northwest WA Fairgrounds Expo Building Visit the Lynden Noon Kiwanis Facebook page...
Skagit Symphony: Stranger Strings 7:30pm Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon WA Skagit Symphony’s 46th Season steps into the bold and brilliant world of Cult Classical – a season where timeless masterpieces take center stage! Skagit Symphony weaves fantasies of magic carpets and Sinbad’s tempest-tossed ship at sea with the orchestral showpiece, Scheherazade, and a spooky Night...
Kuntz and Company presents DOCUMENTING GRACE - a film series showcasing the work of dance artists going beyond the stage. The first film in the 2025/26 season is THE SEA, created by Douglas Rosenberg. The Sea traces the imprints of aging on body and soul, weaving a poetic dance of time and movement as it explores men's evolving relationships with solitude, intimacy, and community....