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SUMMARY:Free Fridays in the Open Art Studio!
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor accessibility information\, visit makeshiftartspace.org/accessibility. \nAlways all-ages! \nMake.Shift Art Space\n306 Flora St.\nBellingham\, WA 98225
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/free-fridays-in-the-open-art-studio/
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Free Friday
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/free-friday/
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Intro to Scottish Country Dancing
DESCRIPTION: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 sneakers. For ages 12 and older. under 18 with an adult. Cost is $60 for 6 weeks. Session 1: Sept. 10-Oct. 15. Session 2: Oct 29-Dec. 10 (no class Nov. 26)
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/intro-to-scottish-country-dancing/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Open Roller Skate
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/open-roller-skate-3/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Sound Therapy
DESCRIPTION: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.\nSeptember 19 with Kristi\nOctober 10 with Ruby\nNovember 21 with Everitt\nDecember 19 with Kristi\nTIME: 5:30–6:30 pm\nAGES: All (6 years and older with an adult)\nCOST: $10 per session\nLink: http://apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/Activity_Search/40261
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/sound-therapy/
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251208T180000
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CREATED:20250903T221321Z
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UID:46747-1758556800-1765216800@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:GangBall
DESCRIPTION: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 no GangBall on October 20th or November 17th. This is a free event with a Liability Waiver signed at the door. https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search/detail/40297?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/gangball/
CATEGORIES:Sports
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SUMMARY:Relax & Restore
DESCRIPTION: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.\nDAY/DATES: Monday / Sept. 29\, Oct. 13\, Nov. 24\, Dec. 8\nTIME: 6:00–7:00 pm\nAGES: 18 years and older\nLOCATION: Cordata Park Pavilion\nCOST: $15 each session\nLink: http://apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/Activity_Search/40270
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/relax-restore/
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251218T193000
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SUMMARY:MELT
DESCRIPTION: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 cause. You will learn how to rehydrate this essential system in our bodies for vibrant health and pain-free movement and treatments that you will be able to repeat at home too. Instructor Caryn Boyd Diel has been teaching this program throughout the US for 10 years.\nhttps://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search?locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=melt&viewMode=list\nCost: $75 (5 weeks)\nSession 1: Hands & Feet: Oct. 9-Nov. 6 \nSession 2: MELT roller for Spine\, Legs\, Back & Neck: Nov. 13-Dec. 18 (no Nov. 27)
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/melt/
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251015T173000
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SUMMARY:Financial Learning and Resiliency through Empowerment (FLARE)
DESCRIPTION: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 are held Wednesday evenings\, 5:30-7:30pm\, beginning 10/15. Register with the link below to receive a zoom link invitation. Class attendance for all 8 classes is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED! Everyone’s welcome! Hope to see you there! \nFLARE Registration
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/financial-learning-and-resiliency-through-empowerment-flare/
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251016T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260109T170000
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UID:47410-1760607000-1767978000@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Blessings of the Waters - James K. Papp Photography Exhibit
DESCRIPTION: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 by countless hikes along the streams\, lakes\, and snowfields of the Evergreen State\, this work highlights the increasing pressure on our precious water. We are called upon to care for and show gratitude to our shared waters in a deeper\, even spiritual way for the benefit of generations to come.\nJansen Art Center\, 321 Front Street\, Lynden\, WA\nOctober 16\, 2025 to January 9\, 2026\nTuesdays through Saturdays\n9:30a.m. to 5p.m.\nhttps://www.inquirewithin.com/press-releases-2025/\nlisa@inquirewithin.com
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/blessings-of-the-waters-james-k-papp-photography-exhibit/
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251202T160000
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SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:If you come in and bring an unwrapped\, new toy worth $5 or more\, you get a free pastry (while supplies last).
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/giving-tuesday/
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251203T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251203T113000
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SUMMARY:BMC Matinee Program: Romantic Cello and Piano
DESCRIPTION:Bellingham Music Club brings 2025 to a close with cellist Samantha Sinai and pianist Michelle Huang on Wednesday\, December 3\, 10:30am at Trinity Lutheran Church\, 119 Texas St. in Bellingham.\nOur guests are accomplished and versatile musicians. Samantha Sinai is a performer\, composer\, teacher and therapist who also serves as the Cello Principal with the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra. Seattle-based Michelle Huang has performed extensively in the U.S.\, Europe and Asia as a soloist and chamber musician. She is also an advocate for musicians’ wellness and health.\nThe ravishing Rachmaninoff’s Sonata in G minor for Cello and Piano anchors their program\, with Clara Schumann’s Three Romances Op. 22 rounding up an exceptional collaboration.\nTo learn more about this concert\, student awards and the rest of the BMC season\, visit bellinghammusicclub.org
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/bmc-matinee-program-romantic-cello-and-piano/
CATEGORIES:Classical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251203T190000
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SUMMARY:Birchwood Garden Club's December 3rd Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Birchwood Garden Club \nEstablished 1931-Bellingham\, Washington\nPlanting Seeds of Friendship throughout our Community \nDecember Topic:\nAttracting Hummingbirds\nSpeaker–Julie Whittaker\, owner of The Wild Bird Chalet \nThe December 3\, 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 6:30PM. \nThe speaker for the evening will be Julie Whittaker\, owner of the Wild Bird Chalet\, 108 Ohio Street\, Bellingham. Julie will speak on attracting hummingbirds. The Wild Bird Chalet is a local\, independent vendor of wild bird food and feeders\, hummingbird feeders\, and other supplies\, as well as items for squirrels\, bats\, and miscellaneous critters. \nJulie has been a Whatcom Co. resident since 1990. She bought the business in 2019\, and has fed birds for more than a dozen years. She has a degree in ecology\, with a specialty in native plants\, and is passionate about habitat for wildlife. Please join us! \nThe Birchwood Garden Club is accepting applications from non-profit organizations in Whatcom and Skagit counties to help support projects that are related to horticulture\, agriculture or related fields. Applications for up to $500 can be found at birchwoodgardenclub.org and will be accepted until December 31 and awarded in February. \nBirchwood Garden Club membership is open to anyone in Whatcom or Skagit Counties. You are invited to join us at our monthly meetings where we will have membership brochures to join. Check out our website\, www.birchwoodgardenclub.org to see the fun activities and community services our club does!
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/birchwood-garden-clubs-december-3rd-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Plants/garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251117T164725Z
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SUMMARY:The Light of Hope Returning
DESCRIPTION:Join Vox Pacifica under conductor Wendy Bloom for a multimedia celebration of winter through Appalachia and gospel influenced carols on December 5th\, 7 pm and December 6th\, 3 pm at First Congregational Church on 2401 Cornwall Ave\, $25 and youth 21 and under $15. View our website voxpacifica.org for more information.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/the-light-of-hope-returning/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251231T000000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
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UID:47752-1765008000-1767139200@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Trees Celebration & Giving Wreath Wall at Hotel Bellwether
DESCRIPTION:Hotel Bellwether Hosts Holiday Trees Event through December Benefitting Skookum Kids \nView and vote for the entire month of December to be entered to win an overnight stay in the Lighthouse Suite! \nThe annual Holiday Tree Lighting Event at Hotel Bellwether benefitting Skookum Kids kicks off Saturday\, December 6th\, 2025 and continues the entire month of December. Hotel Bellwether transforms into a festive holiday wonderland with more that 20 creatively themed trees on display throughout the lobby and halls\, all decorated and sponsored by local businesses. \nThe event is open to the public and the community is encouraged to visit and vote on their favorite tree. Those who vote are entered to win an overnight stay in the iconic three-story Lighthouse Suite valued at $1\,000. Voting ends December 31st with the winner announced in the new year. \nWatch a video about the event at: https://fb.watch/7CBG_uu_Xn3/
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/holiday-trees-celebration-giving-wreath-wall-at-hotel-bellwether/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251221T160000
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UID:47683-1765011600-1766332800@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Christmas at Bellewood
DESCRIPTION:Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms & Distillery is providing opportunities in December to take free photos of loved ones with Santa\, ideal for cards and social media. Santa will be available at Bellewood Farms from noon-4 p.m. starting Dec. 6 and then each Saturday and Sunday in December leading up to Christmas Day. \n“Santa photos with everyone from babies to grandparents are perfect for sharing the holiday season’s joy with family and friends\,” said Eric Abel\, president of Bellewood Farms & Distillery. \nCaroling groups and musicians will perform periodically during store hours from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays in December. Attendees also may enjoy warm cider and adult beverages like Caramel Apple Brandy around Bellewood’s bonfires. \nBellewood Farms also offers gifts\, apples from the recent harvest and an expanded array of fresh-baked goods\, including nine varieties of pies\, cinnamon rolls\, pecan rolls and more. Adults may head to the distillery’s tasting room and sample the distillery’s new spirits. \nBellewood Farms is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday at 6140 Guide Meridian\, about 7 miles from Bellingham\, Ferndale and Lynden. For more information about Bellewood Farms\, call (360) 318-7720 or visit www.bellewoodfarms.com.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/christmas-at-bellewood/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251206T163000
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SUMMARY:The Light of Hope Returning
DESCRIPTION:Join Vox Pacifica under conductor Wendy Bloom for a multimedia celebration of winter through Appalachia and gospel influenced carols on December 5th\, 7 pm and December 6th\, 3 pm at First Congregational Church on 2401 Cornwall Ave\, $25 and youth 21 and under $15. View our website voxpacifica.org for more information.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/the-light-of-hope-returning-2/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251206T200000
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SUMMARY:A Holiday Evening of Belly Dance
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Belly Dance\nDecember 6th\, 2025\nDoors open at 6pm\, Show starts at 6:30pm\nFirehouse Arts and Events Center\n1314 Harris Ave\, Bellingham\, WA 98225 \nCome experience some of the fantastic\, dramatic and breathtaking belly dance that Bellingham has to offer! Plus special guest\, drummer David Metz who will be traveling from Seattle to perform for us this evening!\nCome early to enjoy a beverage at the Firehouse Cafe before the doors open for the show at 6pm. The show will start at 6:30pm in the beautiful Firehouse Performing Arts Center – an old firehouse turned small theatre – a short walk from the Historic Fairhaven District.\nThis evening will be a sparkling evening of raqs sharqi (oriental dance)\, fusion\, and middle eastern folk dance; while our guest Toastmaster Jeffrey Copeland\, will share little bites of history and culture of the music and the dance. \nBrown Paper Tickets – https://bellydances.brownpapertickets.com/\n$20-30 per ticket ($30 adult\, $20 child) \nhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1A1rT1FRJV/
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/a-holiday-evening-of-belly-dance-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251203T200252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T200252Z
UID:47789-1765105200-1765112400@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Coffee& Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Come paint and let the creativity flow while sipping on Bellingham’s finest coffee.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/coffee-canvas/
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251207T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251207T173000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251105T175820Z
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UID:47493-1765117800-1765128600@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Happy Tails for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Our annual fundraising event will be LIVE and in-person at Lost Giants Cider Company in Bellingham. Our silent auction begins at 2:30pm\, ends at 5:30pm\, and features goods and services from tons of local businesses\, including a vacation stay in Mazatlán!\nWe will also have live music by Original Jim and delicious food available.\nCome out and support Happy Tails Happy Homes\, honor Taylor’s Legacy\, and enjoy a fun afternoon of food\, drinks\, and good music!\nAnd if you can’t join us in person\, auction items will be available to view (and bid on!) online starting November 29th. Check it out at https://givebutter.com/happytailsholidayauction
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/happy-tails-for-the-holidays/
CATEGORIES:Auctions & Galas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251105T175715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T175715Z
UID:47388-1765132200-1765135800@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season: An Evening of Holiday Music
DESCRIPTION:For Immediate Release – October 27\, 2025 \nBellingham\, WA–The third annual FREE community concert CELEBRATE THE SEASON: An Evening of Holiday Music will be held on Sunday\, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church\, 1720 Harris Avenue & 18th Street in Bellingham’s historic Fairhaven district.\nThe planning committee is pleased to offer a free\, one-hour holiday event as a community service. The concert will be a fun\, musical program to kick-off the season that is appropriate for children and people of all ages.\nThe program will feature a variety of vocal and instrumental holiday music volunteered by noted local performing groups\, many returning for the second and third time. These include the renowned Vox Pacifica women’s choir; Bellingham High School’s talented Showstoppers; One Accord\, Bellingham’s melodious a capella group; Bellingham High School’s striking String Ensemble (returning with audience-favorite Edelweiss); and a special dramatic reading of “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.” The audience is encouraged to join in singing many favorite seasonal songs.\nHoliday cookies and hot cider/coffee will follow the hour-long program in the community room. Financial support is provided by Thrivent.\nMore Celebrate the Season concert information is available at www.oursavioursbham.org (that’s with a u) or (360) 733-6749.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/celebrate-the-season-an-evening-of-holiday-music/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251210T230000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251105T175928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T175928Z
UID:47578-1765393200-1765407600@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Open Jam!
DESCRIPTION:We are so back!! \nFormerly known as Jam:30\, Blue Room’s open mic style jam session returns \nAdditional information: \nOpen Jam is a free form instrumental/vocal jam session with signups by instrument. It is a casual environment to practice your skills and meet new people. If you don’t play an instrument – simply sit back and enjoy the show! \nBlue Room provides a drumset\, piano\, electric guitar\, and various auxiliary percussion instruments. We encourage everyone to bring an instrument of their own! \nAdmission is free! Signups begin at 7pm and jamming starts closer to 8pm
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/open-jam-2/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251117T164813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T164813Z
UID:47677-1765562400-1765573200@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Wine Tasting @ GLM Winery
DESCRIPTION:Join us in holiday cheer to taste our full line up of wines\, sing carols and Christmas shop for the wine-lovers in our lives! We will have snacks and the musical vocalist Shanna of the Shannanigans for our listening pleasure! No cost.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/christmas-wine-tasting-glm-winery/
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20250903T221459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T221459Z
UID:46799-1765564200-1765571400@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Family Ornament Making
DESCRIPTION:Your holiday favorite returns! Kick off the season with this fun community-oriented night as you create eight different projects while enjoying festive snacks and seasonal tunes. Registration is per family (up to 4 members) and includes all the supplies to create up to eight different ornaments or holiday decorations. $30 per family. https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search/detail/40316?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/family-ornament-making/
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251212T220000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251120T184031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T184031Z
UID:47742-1765564200-1765576800@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:“STILLS” Poetry Book Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:To kick off the year-long celebration\, CASCADIA will host a launch party for a collaborative book project\, “STILLS\,” a poetry anthology inspired by the films of the 2025 festival\, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday\, December 12 at Aslan Depot (1322 N. State St.\, Bellingham). The event will open with readings by a number of poets featured in the book\, followed by live jazz music from 8 to 10 p.m. A special cider created for the event by Greenwood Cider of Seattle will be available on tap. Admission to the all ages event is free and open to the public. \nWith an introduction by Stefania Heim\, poet and Associate Professor of Literature and Director of Graduate Studies in English at Western Washington University\, this anthology connects the work of international film directors who presented at the 2025 festival to poetry\, prose and art by noted poets from the Pacific Northwest and across the country\, including Tobey Hiller\, Julie Gard\, Luther Allen\, Arlene Naganawa\, Jed Myers\, Jeff Alessandrelli and J. I. Kleinberg. \nBooks will be available for purchase for $18 at the event from co-host Village Books. The books may also be purchased through CASCADIA’s website. Books purchased directly from CASCADIA through December will also receive a discount code to watch online free short films featured in the book during the month of January.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/stills-poetry-book-launch-party/
CATEGORIES:Books & Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251212T204000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251210T180318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T180318Z
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SUMMARY:Shining Night
DESCRIPTION:Bellingham Community Chorus presents Shining Night\, Moments of Peace and Wonder. This is a family-friendly event. Tickets are $20; children 12 and under free.\nTickets online at www.bellinghamcommunitychorus.org\nOr at the door
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/shining-night/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20250903T221732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T221732Z
UID:46806-1765620000-1765634400@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Children's Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a whimsical winter wonderland at the Children’s Holiday Market! Join us for a day of festive fun and creativity as little artisans and entrepreneurs showcase their delightful gifts and goodies. This heartwarming event celebrates the joy of giving and the ingenuity of young minds and is sure to feature tons of unique gifts for your friends and family. \nVendor booth space is available for $10 and intended for youth only (no commercial vendors.) Reserve your spot today before it sells out!\nhttps://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search/detail/40301?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/childrens-holiday-market/
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251124T171753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T171753Z
UID:47749-1765620000-1765638000@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Winter Faire
DESCRIPTION:Come one\, come all to Whatcom Hills Waldorf School’s Winter Faire! Saturday\, December 13th\, 2025 from 10am-3pm. Visit the Snow Queen\, dig for treasure in Gnome Village\, enjoy puppet plays and all-ages craft workshops\, shop our holiday vendor market\, and warm up with food\, hot beverages\, and delicious baked goods in the Wooden Spoon Cafe! We hope you’ll join us for this beloved seasonal event! Entry is free; punch cards can be purchased for crafts & activities and cash will be accepted for food & beverages. Puppet Play tickets also sold separately. Visit whws.org/winter-faire for tickets and more information. \n***Come one\, come all to Whatcom Hills Waldorf School’s Winter Faire! Magic for the whole family!*** Saturday\, December 13th\, 2025 from 10am-3pm Visit the Snow Queen\, dig for treasure in Gnome Village\, enjoy puppet plays and all-ages craft workshops\, shop our holiday vendor market\, and warm up with food\, hot beverages\, and delicious baked goods in the Wooden Spoon Cafe! WHWS graduates and families are invited to stop by our alumni table for a special gift. We hope you’ll join us for this beloved seasonal event! Entry is free; punch cards can be purchased for crafts & activities and cash will be accepted for food & beverages. Puppet Play tickets also sold separately. Event location: 941 Austin St\, Bellingham WA\, 98229.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/winter-faire/
CATEGORIES:Fairs & Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251210T180330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T180330Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music for "Deck the Halls Festival"
DESCRIPTION:Elea Plotkin will be playing piano in Whatcom Museum’s Old City Hall Rotunda Room on Dec. 13th and 20th\, from 1 -3 pm. for their ‘Deck the Halls Festival.’ Stop by and enjoy viewing their decorated trees while listening to her enchanting traditional Carols\, classical favorites\, and light jazz.\nLegacy pianist\, singer-songwriter\, composer\, recording artist\, Elea Plotkin grew up with deep roots in Whatcom County’s South Fork Valley\, where she attended Mt Baker High School\, parents owned the Everybody’s Store. Elea will take you on a musical odyssey that soulfully weaves together the artists who influenced her music\, including Carole King\, Billie Holliday\, George Gershwin\, and the ground-breaking jazz improviser\, Keith Jarrett. With a passion for classic composers that shaped her technique as well\, she’ll often sprinkle in lovely pieces by Chopin and Debussy\, giving listeners a lovely mix to tickle any ear.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/live-music-for-deck-the-halls-festival/
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251213T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T081327
CREATED:20251210T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T180307Z
UID:47814-1765638000-1765643400@bellinghamalive.com
SUMMARY:Shining Night\, Moments of Peace and Wonder
DESCRIPTION:Family-friendly event. 70-member\, non-audition chorus is performing seasonal music. The audience will have a chance to join in.
URL:https://bellinghamalive.com/event2/shining-night-moments-of-peace-and-wonder/
CATEGORIES:Concert
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