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...
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....
BELLINGHAM, WA — Voxel Gallery is pleased to announce Peregrination, a solo exhibition by Bellingham-based abstract painter Susan Van Gundy, opening Friday, January 2, 2026, at 312 West Champion in downtown Bellingham. The public is invited to attend the opening reception from 6:00–9:00...
Experience this gentle, empowering practice that activates your body’s natural capacity to heal while nourishing the nervous system. Tai Chi Flow supports you in finding balance from within. Rooted in the graceful Yang-style 24 forms, this class...
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 – all bodies...
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 warm-ups and Qigong forms, ending...
Civic stadium is open with lights and restrooms. Drop in and complete your workout during the darkest months of the year. No registration needed. DAY/DATES: Wednesdays / January 7-February 25 TIME: 5:30–7:30 pm AGES: 18...
Looking for a way to get moving this winter? Stop by the Bloedel Donovan Community Building and join us for casual badminton! We will have 2 indoor courts set up and provide racquets and birdies. Each court will be...
Sign up today for this fun series of classes that provide young children with a positive introduction to team sports. Kids and adults will play together while...
Learn the sport of Muay Thai Kickboxing in this workshop with two former professional MMA and Muay Thai fighters. Learn basic footwork, punching, kicking, and pad holding techniques. In the second half of the day, you’ll get a taste of a full Muay Thai class. No need to buy any gear—everything will be provided! Bring a water bottle and wear athletic clothes you can move freely in DAY/DATES: Saturdays / January...
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. DAY/DATES: Mondays / January 12, February 9, March 9 TIME: 6:00-7:00 pm AGES: 18 years and older COST: $15 each date. Pre-registration is required Website: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search?locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=relax%20%26%20restore&viewMode=list
Join Backcountry Essentials for a hands-on Ski Tuning Workshop! Whether you’re new to tuning or looking to sharpen your skills, the professionals will guide you through the essentials of ski maintenance—covering edge sharpening and waxing techniques. Learn how to keep your gear in top shape for...
As we enter 2026, a year of new beginnings, this four-part sound bath series invites you to nurture your inner garden. Each month focuses on a different stage of growth, from planting intentions to tending what is starting to sprout. Gentle movement, breathing...
An evening of local artistic celebration, we illuminate the Skagit River Walk in Mount Vernon with hundreds of luminaries, watch local performances, and finish the evening with an illuminating processional through downtown Mount Vernon. On Friday, January 30th, gather with us at 5pm at the Skagit River Walk in Mount Vernon (509 Main Street,...
You bring sheets, pillows, cardboard, and ingenuity! We provide tape, markers, paper, and 4 chairs. Build an awesome fort in 30 minutes with your team of 2-4 people. After the build, we judge the most creative fort. Then following the award ceremony, each team gets dodgeballs… last fort standing wins best...
Learn some new watercolor skills while enjoying a drink & 2 cream puffs! All supplies & tasty treats provided. Taught by local artist Irene, of Chroma Rex, at Saltadena in downtown Bellingham All skill levels welcome, and beginners encouraged! Open to adults & high schoolers. $65/person, or register with a buddy for a $10 discount Register here: https://chromarex.com/products/watercolor-workshop-at-saltadena-bakery
Live music, live art, and community - benefiting Northwest Skate Collective Event Page: https://tickets.venuepilot.com/e/sovrn-sth-session-1-veronica-north-2026-01-31-the-blue-room-bellingham-0f14cc Sovereign Soirées presents the launch of SOVRN.STH (Sovereign South), a new concert and art series celebrating collaboration, accessibility, and community impact. SOVRN.STH Session 1 features a live, intimate performance by Veronica North, whose blend of heartfelt lyricism and indie-pop charm creates an experience that...
Documenting Grace/Kuntz and Company presents "Wicket" a screendance documentary about Gabriel Jaochico, the breakdancing legend known as Bboy Wicket, directed by Lily...
Free In Person Financial Course! Want to learn more about money? How to make your dollar stretch? How to create a budget? Well this free course is for you! Come join us...
A FREE Open Mic Style Jam Session We are so back!! Formerly known as Jam:30, Blue Room’s open mic style jam session returns Additional information: Open Jam is a free form instrumental/vocal jam session with signups by instrument. It is a casual environment to practice your...
Birchwood Garden Club Established 1931-Bellingham, Washington Planting Seeds of Friendship throughout our Community February Topic: Pruning Trees and Shrubs The February 4, 2026 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 will be Travis Dickson, a certified ISA Arborist and the...
Allied Arts is delighted to present the 2026 Annual Members Show this February at the downtown Bellingham Gallery. This year’s show includes creations from nearly 100 Allied Arts members, ranging from...
Celebrate the day of love with the ones you love! Families of 2nd graders and younger are invited to play and wear festive outfits, make crafts, and win prizes playing games at our booths. From 1:30–2:30 pm we will offer a...
https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/striking-scarves-natural-dye-and-shibori-workshop/ Brighten up the winter months with natural dyes. Learn how to use plants to create vibrant, wearable art in this introduction to dye making. Participants will explore common natural dyes like madder and weld, learn how to achieve long-lasting color, and experiment with making simple...
Join us for a night of music, drinks, and community at Good Spins Pint Night at El Sueñito Brewing (1926 Humboldt Street, Bellingham). On Monday, Feb. 9 from 7–9 p.m., enjoy vinyl spun by Ritual Records while supporting the Volunteer Center of Whatcom County. For every drink sold, $1 will be donated to help volunteers meet real needs in our community—like driving older adults to medical appointments. It’s an easy...
Understanding Conflict Time: Feb 10th & 17th, 2-5 pm Location: Virtual on Zoom Fee: $125, sliding scale and group discounts available Website: https://www.whatcomdrc.org/understanding-conflict Intro to Conflict Resolution: This, two-part, 6-hour, training series covers communication styles...
Join us in the Garden Room for a fun and relaxed Paint & Sip experience. Enjoy a glass of wine, finger foods, and great company while creating a Valentine’s-themed painting designed by Paint For Joy. With step-by-step guidance and room to personalize your piece, this event is perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike....
The Art of Accountability Date: Thursday, Feb12, 2p - 5p In Person at the WDRC Fee: $75 Website: https://www.whatcomdrc.org/art-of-accountability Description: Join us for a dynamic learning experience focused on the art of accountability and why it is a critical foundation of positive and enduring relationships. In this interactive workshop you will gain insight and practicable skills to help transform tension into trust, learning to approach accountability with more understanding and...
Get ready for an unforgettable evening where mystery meets indulgence. Presented by the Hotel Bellwether Nightclub & Three Sisters Productions, we invite you to indulge all of your senses at our Valentines Masquerade Party on Friday, February 13th from 7 PM to 11 PM in the Bellwether Ballroom. Dress up, grab your mask and join us for a night full of flirtation, flavor and fun! Enjoy a welcome glass of bubbly plus music...
Join Paper Whale for the first Rising Tide speaker series event of 2026, featuring local endurance athlete Kacie Cleveland. Hear her inspiring story of overcoming heart failure, breaking records and pushing limits—including inline skating across the U.S. in 47 days. Enjoy live jazz, short community stories, a Q&A and stick around for a neon-fueled roller disco afterparty with DJ Loveli. Generously supported by the Project Neighborly Fund of the Whatcom Community Foundation. Tickets by donation, starting at...
Rain once fell sideways on Bellingham’s streets as political rivals traded jabs and secrets echoed off stone and steel. This city hides more than meets the eye-its corners remember duels of visionaries, hushed scandals, and legends all but lost. Unlock the story of Bellingham with a self-guided audio tour designed for curious wanderers. Each stop reveals the...
This is an all-ages hands-on class where you will make mozzarella from scratch and leave knowing more about cheese making while making new friends. Light appetizers will be provided. DAYS/DATES: Session 1: Saturday / February 14 Session 2: Wednesday / February 18 TIME: 6:00-7:30 pm AGES: All ages LOCATION: Cordata Park Pavilion COST: $45 per session. https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search?locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=cheese&viewMode=list
Come to the farm and interact with over 100 four-legged animals plus the two-legged ones. This is an INDOOR event as our barn is large enough to house all of the animals and an arena. More information including a list of...
Shellfish Lovers An Evening with the Author Celebrate Valentine's Day (or Galentine's Day!) with an evening dedicated to the finest flavors of the Pacific Northwest. Join us at Next Chapter Café inside Village Books Fairhaven on Saturday, February 14th from 5:30-7:30pm for an intimate soiree of food and books. Meet cookbook author Cynthia...
Sleepless in Seattle – Presented by Skagit Symphony Sunday, February 15, 2026, 2:00pm Lincoln Theatre, Mount Vernon Skagit Symphony and the Lincoln Theatre present a Valentine's Weekend of Music, Movie, and Amore! The Lincoln...
Electro indie duo Cherub bring their high energy live show to Bellingham on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at Wild Buffalo House Of Music. Hailing from Nashville, Tennessee, Cherub is best known for their breakout hit “Doses & Mimosas,” along with a catalog of infectious,...
Time to put your birdie-bashing skills to the test! Any two-person team can join and be placed in either upper or lower divisions. Regular league competition includes four regular season matches and will culminate in a championship tournament on the final evening! Each registered team will receive a night of practice on February 18. Matches will be scheduled between...
WHATCOM DREAM Financial Literacy Champion Awards!!!! Tickets are on sale now at www.thewhatcomdream.org or scan the QR code. This year’s honorees are Cari Griffith, Eddie King, Grace Blesch, Joe Wooding, CTK Church and Tradewinds Capital Management! Join us as we congratulate them as Financial Literacy Champions and come have an amazing dinner catered by Calypso...
February 20, 21, 27, 28 7:30 performances February 22nd and March 1st 2:00 performances Ticket through McIntyre Hall Box Office 360-416-7727 or Ticketing.mcintyrehall.org Rodgers & Hammerstein’s first collaboration remains, in many ways, their most innovative, setting the standards and rules of modern musical theatre. In a Western territory just after the turn of the 20th century, a high-spirited rivalry between local...
https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/how-they-got-here-provenance-tales-of-three-french-paintings/ Have you ever wondered how an artwork ends up in a museum? Provenance, or the history of an object’s ownership, can offer us a fascinating insight into the social environment in which art is made, sold, collected, displayed, valued—and sometimes stolen. Margaret Doyle,...
Everyone is welcome to join our next Peace Walk this Saturday, Feb 21st at 1:30PM. Join us under the Acidball at Waypoint Park. No faith affiliation required, come as you are. We will walk 2.5 miles around downtown Bellingham.
The Plight of A Woman is a powerful international tour by multidisciplinary artist and cultural storyteller Helen Masvikeni opening at New Prospect Theater on Sunday, Feb 22nd, at 2pm.Through a dynamic blend of...
Join the beautiful Anastasha Miles of Bellingham, welcoming her friend Chef Marta (joining us from Siena, Italy) in an intimate four-course cooking instruction, wine-paired dinner at the Lairmont Manor. Space is limited so call for reservations now: 360-223-6983 or email amilesd72@gmail.com MENU: Bruschette Tagliatelle Pasta Al Ragu Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli with Butter and Sage Sheet Pan Tiramisu with Pavesini $175 per person
Join the beautiful Anastasha Miles of Bellingham, welcoming her friend Chef Marta (joining us from Siena, Italy) in an intimate four-course cooking instruction, wine-paired dinner at the Lairmont Manor. Space is limited so call for reservations now: 360-223-6983 or email amilesd72@gmail.com...
Join the beautiful Anastasha Miles of Bellingham, welcoming her friend Chef Marta (joining us from Siena, Italy) in an intimate four-course cooking instruction, wine-paired dinner at...
Get ready for a night of smooth grooves and fiery soul at The Blue Room! The evening begins with the Samuel Harris Band, a refined four-piece delivering velvety jazz that sets the perfect mood. Then, turn up...
Discover the secrets to vibrant, lower-maintenance, and environmentally friendly landscaping with WSU Whatcom County Extension's Gardening Green courses. Saturdays: 2/28, 3/14, 3/28, 4/11, and 4/18 from 9:30am – 11:30am Cost: $42 fee for...
In this class, you will learn essential processes and techniques that create the foundation for good studio practice. Class time will be spent learning a variety of processes that include piercing shapes from metal with a jeweler’s saw, adding texture to metal, soldering, and annealing metal with a torch. You will also learn how to bezel...
https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/introduction-to-recording-oral-histories/ There’s something incredibly special about recording the voices and stories of our loved ones. In this class, public radio reporter Kyle Norris will share his 20 years of experience to teach you the techniques to make audio...
Join us for an unforgettable four-course distillery dinner celebrating craftsmanship, flavor, and the art of distilling fine spirits. Each course is thoughtfully paired to highlight the depth and character of our...
Enjoy music by Hannah Wyatt, Bad Posture Club, and Cascade Cody with Jan Peters. All funds raised will be redistributed directly to local immigrant families in need of funds to cover rent, food, immigration lawyers, and supplies for infants and children. We celebrate what is good by sharing it. Cof& at 1209 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham Doors at 6:00 Music from 7-9:30 $5-$25 sliding scale at...