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TABLE OF CONTENTS JANUARY 2019 FEATURES: An Elegant Evening in Support of the Whatcom Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Bellingham Festival of Music’s “Welcome Home” Concert Now in its Ninth Year . . . 4 “Dead Skunk” Loudon Wainwright III and John McEuen of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band at the Lincoln . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Lydia Place Gala Celebrates Three Decades of Love . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 MLK Jr. Conference: A Revolution of Values in the Spirit of Justice . . . . . . . . . . 26 Skagit County 2018 Youth of the Year Award Dinner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Skagit Symphony Family Concert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Whatcom READS: The Big Burn by Timothy Egan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

DEPARTMENTS: Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20 Benefits & Fundraisers . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . 12-17 Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Family & Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Health & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 Home & Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Lectures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Potpourri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

On the cover: John McEuen & the String Wizards present: Will the Circle be Unbroken on Thursday, January 24 at 7:30pm at the Historic Lincoln Theatre in Mount Vernon. See feature story on page 3. Photo by Alan Nahigian, courtesy of Michael J. Media.

JANUARY 2019 Volume 15 Number 12 P.O. Box 2606 • Bellingham, WA 98227-2606 360-599-6827 • email: editor@ennw.info • www.ennw.info The ENNW Publishing Team Mark Fuller: mfuller@ennw.info • Barb Fuller: bfuller@ennw.info Gladys Crnich: gladys@ennw.info • Lynna Dunn Fuller: lfuller@ennw.info Margaret Bikman: margaret.bikmanennw@gmail.com Circulation: ENNW prints 10,000 copies & distributes to over 200 sites in Whatcom and Skagit Counties. For a current list of distribution sites go to www.ennw.info/distribution.html. Deadlines: We request Press Releases, Photos and Calendar Items by the 10th of the month before its release (January 10 for February issue). Send an email if you would like to be on our monthly reminder list. Press Releases, Calendar Items & Photos are exclusively received on our Online Submission Form accessed through our website www.ennw.info/submit-an-event. Please keep event description to 60-100 words per item. Submission Guidelines: Article ideas are encouraged with a sample of your writing style. You will be given credit and a bio line, but at this time we are unable to pay for articles. If we accept your proposal, please plan on writing 300–600 words. Advertising: We would like to encourage you to consider advertising with us. We feel we offer a great value for your hard earned advertising dollars. Due to the quality, ENNW is not in the recycle bin in a day or two. Many readers report they hold onto it all month long, resulting in better value. If you would like a rate sheet, please call or email to request one. Your advertising will make it possible for us to continue. Copyright & Pub Info: ©2019 Entertainment News NW. Reproduction of contents in any format is forbidden without written permission from ENNW. ENNW is only responsible for ad cost in the event of an error. Every effort has been made to gather accurate information regarding events. Please contact the sponsoring agency for more details. Printed at Lithtex NW, Bellingham, WA, USA. This Month’s Contributors: n Deborah Bernard received her BA in Journalism at WWU, wrote for The Bellingham Herald, then worked in Alaska for decades. Now they’re back: her husband Joseph is gleefully retired and Debbie loves her office job at First Presbyterian Church. She is also writing her memoir, You Can’t Beat a Deadhorse. n Osa Hale has been a regular contributor to Entertainment News NW since 2012. She is a graduate of Western Washington University, with a B.A. in Visual Journalism. Her work has also appeared on Bellingham’s KOMO News website, the Seattle Times, and Portland Live. n Margaret Bikman worked as Entertainment News Coordinator at The Bellingham Herald for 27 years. She’s also a reference and instruction librarian at Whatcom Community College (also for 27 years). Margaret and her husband, Jay Saxton, enjoy dancing and attending concerts, plays, and art and literature events, and like traveling to exotic places like Cuba, Nova Scotia and New Orleans. n Marla Bronstein is a playwright, director, actress and freelance writer who enjoys keeping busy and relaxing. n Courtney Kendall divides her time between writing, working at Whatcom Community College, and enjoying her young son. She holds an MA in English Studies from Western Washington University. n Justin Hawkinson is a local chef, writer and trivia enthusiast. As a chef he has twice won Gold honors at The Best of the Northwest awards and his team has twice won the Dirty Dan Days Chili/Chowder Cook-off.

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“Dead Skunk” Loudon Wainwright III and John McEuen of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band at the Lincoln by Margaret Bikman Loudon Wainwright III, perhaps best known for his 1972 song “Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road,” returns to the Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St. in Mount Vernon) at 7:30pm on January 23. The self-deprecating musician plays in support of his new double CD, Years in the Making, which includes live performances, demos, out-takes and unreleased songs that span his 50-year career. In November, he debuted his one-man play, Surviving Twin, on NETFLIX. His strong ties to his family, who feature prominently in many of his songs, are his son Rufus Wainwright; his daughters Martha Wainwright and Lucy Wainwright Roche; his sister Sloan Wainwright; his former wife, the late folksinger Kate McGarrigle; and his parents, Loudon Snowden Wainwright Jr. and Martha Harriet Taylor Wainwright. NPR’s Terry Gross interviewed him extensively on Fresh Air in 2017. For more on him, go to www.lw3.com. John McEuen helped found the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in 1966. He not only sings, but also plays banjo, guitar, mandolin and fiddle, and is one of the most accessible musicians I’ve ever interviewed via email. He plays with his band The String Wizards on his Will the Circle Be Unbroken tour at 7:30pm on January 24 at the Lincoln. He’s also promoting his recently published book, The Life I’ve Picked: A Banjo Player’s Nitty Gritty Journey, a revealing compilation of his life on and off the road. In an evening of several back-and-forth electronic questions while he was on tour, the multi-award winning musician took the time to respond to every one of them. (I’ve not changed his spelling in his responses.) I told him that he seems incredibly accessible to his fans and the public via Facebook, the interviews he grants, and in his performances. “Well,” he replied, “those are the people for whom I work.” “Think of it like a magic trick you practice and work on and work on in front of a mirror.. so when you ‘get it down,’ then what? Go find a new mirror?” “No,” he says, “let the audience be your reflection of what you do, know, or make, so it is nice to ‘fool them again,’ and then go meet them.”

Loudon Wainwright. Photo courtesy of SRO Artists, Inc.

“When you spend 20 to 30 hours getting somewhere to do something for two hours, the adrenaline is ‘purty’ high, the horses are champing at the bit, and it is a bit different EVERY night, except for the great response, which fortunately makes me feel like I am in the NGDB in 1976! (this is meant to be a GOOD thing!).” “It’s great that about 15 percent of the audience is often younger than 25,” he adds. “Maybe that comes from playing with Phish a few times,“ he jokes. “It is like a constant challenge, and I have people who have listened to me and seen me a long time.. and I MUST ‘live up’ to what they might expect. I am happy that the shows seem to go way beyond that.” His life lessons? “YOU can fail at something you don’t want to do, so take a chance on something you love… you will do better. Purpose frees you from boredom.

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John McEuen. Photo by Alan Nahigian, courtesy of Michael J. Media.

I slept like a Rockette… I was kicking all night. The one thing that is constant is change. If you are bored in today’s Internet world, then face it: nothing the world has to offer is of interest, as you have access to it all. Take a nap. Dream about waking up ready. Does life happen to you or for you? I think it just happens while you are living. For those who never try because they don’t know, well, you never know unless you try.” For more about McEuen, go to www.johnmceuen.com , or www.facebook.com/JohnMcEuenMusic. http://nodepression.com/article/ john-mceuen-talks-about-life-hes-picked. For tickets to the shows, call 360-3668955 or visit www.lincolntheatre.org.

Bellingham Festival of Music’s “Welcome Home” Concert Now in its Ninth Year by Margaret Bikman Adam Billings says he was “raised as a musician” in Bellingham. He first played the clarinet and saxophone, but became interested in the oboe when he was 14. He’s now in his third year at The Juilliard School, and he’s also composing (after studying with former Whatcom Symphony Orchestra conductor Roger Briggs). His goal is to attain a master’s degree in composition. Jennifer Weeks, who teaches at Western Washington University and was

Adam’s oboe instructor from about 2010-2016, told Karen Berry, who’s on the Bellingham Festival of Music board, that he’d be a good candidate for the festival’s 9th Annual “Welcome Home” Concert. Adam played oboe in three of the festival’s concerts during his time in middle and high school. At 7pm on Jan. 5 at the First Congregational Church of Bellingham, 2401 Cornwall Ave., Adam will perform with a cadre of well-known Bellingham musicians. The concert is free to students; suggested donation is $15 for adults. One of the highlights of the concert will be a work for oboe that Adam composed during his first year at Julliard. Weeks will perform this piece at the concert, at his request. Here’s what Adam says about the concert: “The program features quite an eclectic variety of ideas and aesthetics that I have worked with to come closer to reaching my overarching goal of finding my style.” “Programming a full concert of my own music for the first time has shown me the similarities and differences between my works and where I have grown, as well as what I could do differently in the future.” Erika Block, instructor of clarinet at WWU, says this concert has different instrumentation in every piece, including a mallet duet and a work for voice and harp, unique for a chamber music concert.

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Adam Billings. Photo courtesy of the Bellingham Festival of Music.

Also performing, in addition to Weeks and Block, are Kim Breilein, Eric Kean, Judith Widrig, Coral Marchant, Stephen Sehman, Kay Reilly, Heather Dudenbostel, and Jill Whitman, plus a saxophone quartet from WWU — Monica Weber, Matthew Avery, Jace Shelton, and Devin Connor. Pianist Henry Smolen, Adam’s roommate at Julliard, will play one piece. On a personal note about the future of classical music and the importance of the Bellingham Festival of Music, Adam says that “it takes festivals likes this to ensure that the youth can connect with such a beautiful and intricate art form.” He says, “During the entire history of popular music (jazz, blues, and rock, to pop, electronic, and hip-hop) there has been another timeline coinciding with it. Classical music hasn’t been frozen in time since the death of the greats; it has only diffused into the current modernist era of individuality and personality. Classical music is hidden from the commercialized popular world where advertisers would rather pay for the rights to something catchy rather than intricate and ornate.” “My goal as a composer is to incorporate the subtle elements that make popular music popular into the setting of live instrumentation to bridge the ever-growing gap between musical worlds.” Details: www.bellinghamfestival.org.

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WJMAC presents Tenor Trifecta –

Mike Allen (tenor), Josh Cook (tenor), Thomas Harris (tenor), Miles Black (piano), Roger Yamashita (bass), Christian Casolary (drums). Three authentically distinctive tenor players thrillingly thrown together to kick start the new year! Performance on Wed., Jan. 2 from 7-9:30pm at the Sylvia Center for the Arts. Tickets at the door after 6pm / show at 7pm. First come, first seated. Program subject to change. Admission is $15 general / $5 students / WJMAC members and students free. More info: 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org.

Chorus Open House – Sing in the New

Year at an open house with Harmony Northwest Chorus, a member of Sweet Adelines International on Mon., Jan. 7 and Feb. 4 & 11 at Mount Vernon Community Center from 6-9pm (1401 Cleveland Ave.). Our regular rehearsals are also on Mondays at the center from 6-9pm. Join the chorus for an opportunity to receive vocal training in the four-part a cappella style and perform in local venues with an award winning chorus. Contact Cheryl at 360-201-5861, email us at contact@harmonynorthwest.org or visit www.harmonynorthwest.org. Free admission. More info: 360-201-5861, cherabari@comcast.net or .

WJMAC presents The Jared Hall Quintet – Jared’s show was a real treat

last fall. He returns in this new year with new tunes—get ready to be delighted. Jared Hall (trumpet), Derek Smith (woodwinds), John Hansen (piano), Greg Feingold (bass), Matt Jorgensen (drums). Performance on Wed., Jan. 9 from 7-9:30pm at the Sylvia Center for the Arts. Tickets at the door after 6pm / show at 7pm. First come, first seated. Program subject to change. Admission is $15 general / $5 students / WJMAC members and students free. More info: 360-3193230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org.

Bellingham Ukulele Group Jam – All

are welcome to join the Bellingham Ukulele group for singin‘ and strummin’ together on Sat., Jan. 12 at the St. James Presbyterian Fellowship Hall (910 14th St.). Beginner and intermediate level players are the focus from 1:30-2:10pm. Socializing/

break takes place from 2:10-2:30pm with all levels playing from 2:30-4pm. Featured songs are found in The Daily Ukulele, Vols. 1 & 2, so bring your copies along— music stands too. Check the BUG website for a list of songs to practice (not required) before the jam. Suggested donation is $5. • BUG Song Circle. More singin’ and strummin’ will take place at the historic Roeder Home (2600 Sunset Dr.) on Wed., Jan. 16 from 7-8:30pm, featuring music from The Daily Ukulele, Vols. 1 & 2. All instruments welcomed! Admission by donation. More info: bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com.

Hot Club of Troy – Manouche N.W.

presents The Hot Club of Troy in the 3rd installment of our concert series, held Sat., Jan. 12, 7-9pm. The Hot Club of Troy plays acoustic jazz in the master’s style and instrumentation. Guitarist Troy Chapman brings a lifetime of Django admiration to the stage along with years of Gypsy jazz experience with groups including Northwest legends Pearl Django and Billet-Deux. The Hot Club of Troy is based on Whidbey Island. Nuages will host, as always, at Mount Baker Theatre’s Harold and Irene Walton Theatre. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased from the Mount Baker Theatre ticket office. More info: nuagesjazz@gmail.com , 360-961-1559 or www.mountbakertheatre.com.

Kulshan Chorus Celebrates 30 Years of Song – The Kulshan Chorus celebrates

its 30th anniversary with “Gathering,” a concert of music that includes a unique rendition of The Beatles’ “Come Together”; “I Carry Your Heart,” based on an E.E. Cummings poem; “Stand By Me”; and “Seasons of Love” from Rent, at 7:30pm, Jan. 12 at Mount Baker Theatre (102 N. Commercial St.) Throughout the concert, the audience will be immersed in a unique experience through a different artistic medium. This aspect of the show is a surprise to the audience as well as the chorus ... sort of a happy birthday present. Tickets for the January concert are $22 adults / $17 students and seniors / $7 children, available at 360-734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. More info: www.kulshanchorus.org.

Star-Flaming Queens of the Night Benefit for Pacific Northwest Opera – Pacific Northwest Opera presents two brilliant coloratura sopranos, Jennifer Bromagen and Serena Eduljee, both of whom have performed the fiendishly difficult role of Queen of the Night for Seattle Opera, in a concert to benefit Pacific Northwest Opera. Tickets include wine and appetizers and a delightful afternoon of spectacular high notes. Takes place on Sun., Jan. 13 from 4-6pm at Lairmont Manor (405 Fieldston Rd., Bellingham). Admission is $75. More info: 360-610-7249, info@pnopera.org or www.pnopera.org.

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Bellingham Community Chorus Rehearsals – Rehearsals for spring

semester begin Tues., Jan. 15 from 7-9pm at St. James Presbyterian Church (910 14th St., Bellingham). Tuition is $80 per semester, with a concert in late April TBD. Artistic Director Rob Viens will lead the group in a diverse array of music in his second semester. Info: 360-593-2504 or viens@ensembleenterprisesinc.com.

Clarinet, Violin, Viola and Bass,” and two works by local composer and WSO clarinetist Barry Ulman. His “New Years’ Suite for Clarinet and Strings” and “Contrasts for Oboe and String Quartet” are stunning and delightful. Featuring Jennifer Weeks, oboe; Erika Block, clarinet; Laura Camacho, violin; Eric Kean, viola; Spencer Hoveskeland, bass; and friends. On Sun., Jan. 20 from 3-5pm at First Congregational Church of Bellingham (2401 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $15 adults / $5 students. More info: 360-303-4014, bellinghamchambermusic@gmail.com or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org.

WJMAC presents Milo Petersen Quartet – We are delighted to present

WJMAC presents Roy McCurdy with Cory Weeds – Special show celebrating

“Cannonball Adderley with Cory Weeds and jazz legend Roy McCurdy. McCurdy (drums), Cory Weeds (sax), Marc Seales (piano), Michael Glynn (bass) and Thomas Marriott (trumpet). Concert is in the Lucas Hicks Theatre—lots of room! Bring your friends! Performance on Tues., Jan. 15 at 7pm. Tickets sold at the door after 6pm; doors at 6:30pm. First come, first seated. Admission is $20 general / $5 students / WJMAC members and students free. More info: 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org.

Fire and Grace blends Baroque and Irish Music – Violinist Edwin Huizinga

and Celtic guitarist William Coulter are riding a whirlwind of a string of successes. Edwin just premiered his new opera The Angel Speaks in the palace of Versailles with Tafelmusik. Now he has rejoined William Coulter, Celtic guitarist, recording engineer, and ethnomusicologist at University of California, Santa Cruz, who has recorded many CDs of solo and ensemble folk music from the Celtic traditions. Together these two are Fire and Grace, a cross-over Baroque to Folk duo of uncanny skill and breath-taking speed. Performance on Sat., Jan. 19 at 7:30pm at First Congregational Church (2401 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). Tickets are $25, include refreshments, and are available at Village Books, Quist Violins, Food Co-op locations, online, and at the door. Take a teen for free. More info: www.bellinghammusicclub.org or 360-305-6526.

BCMS Presents: New Year’s Resolutions – Bellingham Chamber

Music Society presents three works featuring oboe, clarinet and strings. Featuring Prokofiev’s ever-popular “Quintet in G Minor, Op. 39 for Oboe,

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Seattle guitarist, drummer, composer and educator Milo Petersen! Milo Petersen (guitar), Steve Griggs (sax), Michael Glynn (bass), Brad Boal (drums). Tickets sold at the door after 6pm; doors at 6:30pm. First come, first seated. Performance at Sylvia Center for the Arts (205-207 Prospect St., Bellingham) on Wed., Jan. 23 at 7pm. Admission is $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members and students free. More info: 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org.

House Concert with Jean Mann –

Jean is an Americana-styled singersongwriter who takes to the road frequently to share her musical gifts. Her jazz-tinged voice pours honey over a variety of instrumentation. Jean is a wonderful complement to a room full of attentive listeners. Doors open at 7pm on Thurs., Jan. 24 at the Chuckanut Center (103 Chuckanut Dr. N., Bellingham). No advance ticket sales. Admission is $5-$10 suggested donation. More info: 360-3837502, chuckanutcenter@gmail.com or www.chuckanutcenter.org.

Bellingham Folk Festival – The

Bellingham Folk Festival is a celebration of folk music in the heart of beautiful Bellingham on Fri.-Sun., Jan. 25-27 at the Unitarian Fellowship (1207 Ellsworth St.). The festival offers three days of inspiring workshops, performances, dances, and jams for all ages and abilities. Hours are Fri., 4:30-9pm; Sat., 9am-9:30pm; and Sun., 1-9:30pm. Admission is $10-$105. Info: bellinghamfolkfestival@gmail.com or www.thebellinghamfolkfestival.com.

Whatcom Symphony presents “Happy Birthday, Amadeus!” – We’re

celebrating Mozart’s 263rd birthday! Join us for a joyful tribute to the prolific composer! Two-time Grammy-nominated bassoonist Martin Kuuskmann joins the chamber orchestra for Mozart’s Bassoon Concerto, plus Chevalier de Saint-Georges’ Symphony No. 2 and Mozart’s noble and powerful Jupiter Symphony. A pre-concert lecture about the repertoire by Dr. Ryan Dudenbostel starts at 2:15pm. Performance on Sun., Jan. 27 at 3pm at the Mount Baker Theatre. Tickets are

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WJMAC presents Mike Allen Quartet – Mike Allen (saxophones), Miles Black (piano), Jeff Johnson (bass) and Eric Eagle (drums). Vancouver jazz masters Allen and Black have played together in various configurations for over twenty years—it is sheer delight to hear them together. The evening promises to be distinctively memorable. Tickets sold at the door after 6pm; doors at 6:30pm. First come, first seated. Performance at Sylvia Center for the Arts on Wed., Jan. 30 at 7pm. Admission is $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members and students free. More info: 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org.

BCMS Presents: Totally Tubular featuring Trinsic Brass – BCMS

presents Trinsic Brass for an afternoon of unique works to get your toes tapping. The program includes Jon Stevens’ “Triangles,” Mike Rossi’s “The Forty Club,” “Trio Op. 82, No. 11” by Anton Reicha, and a series of Cuban folk songs. Get your groove on with this program on Sun., Feb. 10 from 3-5pm at First Congregational Church of Bellingham (2401 Cornwall Ave.). Featuring Gustavo Camacho, horn; Greg Cox, trombone; and Carla Rutschman, tuba. Admission is $15 adults / $5 students. More info: 360-303-4014, bellinghamchambermusic@gmail.com or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org.

Reid Jamieson – The Bevans present

Reid Jamieson on Fri., March 1 at 7pm at the Firehouse Arts Center. Tickets are $20 online and at door (free album download with advance tickets). More info: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3711234.

Kyla Whiton.

Paula Banda.

Zoie Saunders.

Skagit County 2018 Youth of the Year Award Dinner by Marla Bronstein Established in 1947, Youth of the Year is Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier recognition program for club members, promoting service to the club, community and family, academic success, strong moral character, life goals, and poise and public speaking. For the past few months, members from local clubs around the country have worked with staff mentors to prepare for Youth of the Year, a program that recognizes and seeks to celebrate youth who embrace and embody the characteristics of leadership and service, academic success, and healthy lifestyles. Three Skagit County teens, Paula Banda, representing Sedro Woolley; Kyla Whiton, from Anacortes; and Zoie Saunders of Mount Vernon have been selected to represent their local Boys and Girls Clubs. One will be chosen to be the Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County’s Youth of the Year at a dinner to be held on Wed., Jan. 30 at Eaglemont Golf Course, 4800 Eaglemont Dr., Mount Vernon. The dinner is open to the public at no cost; seating is limited. RSVP to Heather Short at heather.short@skagitclubs.org or 360-419-3723 x8 to be put on a guest list. The Hendricks Family Foundation sponsors the program. The Skagit County Youth of the Year recognition comes with a $5K scholarship from Skagit Valley College, the opportunity to compete at the State level in Olympia for more scholarships, and the chance to compete regionally in Los Angeles, and then nationally in Washington D.C. Consider being a mentor to local youth. Contact the Boys & Girls club in your area. Ron McHenry, Executive Director of the Skagit County Boys and Girls Club says “You can never have enough caring adults in the life of a child.” For more information about the Skagit County organization, check out their website at www.skagitclubs.org. Photos courtesy of the Skagit County Boys and Girls Clubs.

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An Elegant Evening in Support of the Whatcom Museum

Jack Louws, Whatcom County Executive; Brian Griffin, Author & Historian; and John Hansen, Whatcom Museum Advocate.

by Deborah M. Bernard The bright dazzle of the Christmas season is over. The chilly darkness of January has set in. No sense crawling into the January cave of bleak hopelessness. What better place to dispel darkness than in Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher Building — and in the process, benefit Bellingham? Start 2019 off on the right foot at The Art Auction Gala on Friday, January 18, at 5:30pm, at the Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora Street. The event is presented by Peoples Bank. Don’t miss this glittering evening of live music, a cocktail hour, silent auctions, a plated dinner, wining and dining, socializing, and a live auction that includes fine arts, experience packages, selections from our favorite local businesses, and more. As their largest fundraiser of the year, the Gala is not only a fun and exciting event but also provides vital funding for exhibitions and programming, as well as new exhibits and learning opportunities. Their 2019 sponsors include: Peoples Bank, US Bank, Heritage Bank, BelleWood Distilling, Samson Estates Winery, Lost Giants Cider Co., Bellingham Wedding & Event Rentals, and Capitol City Press.

The Thomas Harris Quartet performs at the Whatcom Museum’s 2018 Art Auction Gala.

The live auction will be featuring artwork from: Ben Mann, Sharron Antholt, Susan Bennerstrom, Ed Bereal, Michael Felber, Trish Harding, Gabe Mannino, David Scherrer, Graham Schodda, Barbara Sternberger, and other talented local artists. The caterer is Memorable Events. The menu is a dual-entrée style dinner featuring wild salmon cakes and steak stuffed with tender garlic-spinach. The vegetarian offering is delicata squash stuffed with Lentils & Tender Veggies. Tracy Olney will be the auctioneer, and Ron Coakley the emcee. The Thomas Harris Quartet will provide the cocktail hour entertainment. Cocktail hour is at 5:30pm; the silent auction closes between 6:30-7:15pm; the dinner and live auction will begin at 7:15pm. Tickets are $125 and are available at BrownPaperTickets.com or at the Museum Store. Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building and store are located at 250 Flora Street in Bellingham. For more information, call 360-778-8930 or visit www.whatcommuseum.org. Photos by Greenwoods Photographic Arts.

Patricia Leach, Executive Director Whatcom Museum; John Leach, Whatcom Museum Advocate; and Mary Beth Spector.

Winter Warmers Annual Benefit Month – Good Earth Pottery (1000 Harris

Ave., Bellingham) knows the importance of community support, so this January they’re donating 10% of all cup purchases to Maple Alley Inn, the Opportunity Council’s hot meals program. The gallery has been located in Historic Fairhaven since 1969, and thanks the community for keeping them going for 50 years! Free admission. More info: theteam@goodearthpots.com , 360-671-3998 or www.goodearthpots.com.

Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Winter Book Sale – Lots of

books and media for all ages are on sale at the Bellingham Public Library (210 Central Ave.). Most items are only $1! Hours are Wed.-Thurs., Jan. 23-24 from 10am-6pm; Fri., Jan. 25 from 10am-6pm (half price sale); and Sat., Jan. 26 from 10am-1pm ($4 bag sale)! Tables are re-stocked continuously throughout the sale. All proceeds benefit the Bellingham Public Library. Free admission. More info: 360778-7250 or friendslibrary3@gmail.com.

Pancake Breakfast – Enjoy pancakes,

Althea Harris, Development Manager at the Whatcom Museum; Andrew Irvin; Kara Irvin, US Bank; Jessica Steele; and Rob Camandona, US Bank and Whatcom Museum Board Treasurer.

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French toast, biscuits and gravy, sausage, ham, and hashbrowns on Sat., Jan. 26 from 8-11am at the American Legion (5537 2nd Ave., Ferndale). Admission is $6 adults / $3 ages 6-12 / under 5 free. More info: 360-384-5595.

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Dream Catchers with Earline Hansen –

Earline Hansen, a Lummi artist, will be demonstrating and teaching individuals how to make a traditional dream catcher. Students will be able to take home their completed projects. The traditional story of the dream catcher will be discussed. If you have a favorite bead you can bring it and incorporate it into your personal project. On Sat., Jan. 19 from 2-3pm at South Whatcom Library (10 Barn View Ct., Sudden Valley, Gate 2, Bellingham). Free

admission. More info: 360-305-3632 or www.wcls.org/events.

Mindport’s Correspondence Club –

Have a letter to write or a postcard to send? Need to know size or postage requirements for handmade mailings? Want to know how to recycle your old calendars into envelopes? Join us for a couple of hours of companionable mailing at Mindport’s monthly Correspondence Club on Sat., Jan. 26 from 10:30am-

12:30pm. We have typewriters, scissors, glue sticks, and loads and loads of all sorts of paper with instructional guidance provided for collage Mail Art, envelopes, postcards, and more. This fun, creative, hands-on activity is open to all ages over 8 years (although young folks need to bring a participating adult). Bring your addresses and your postage, and make it a good mail day. Please contact Tallie with questions, or if stairs will limit your access for this event: 360-647-5614. Free admission. More info: publicity@mindport.org or www.mindport.org.

Willow Weaving Workshop –

Lydia Place Gala Celebrates Three Decades of Love by Justin Hawkinson Since its opening in 1989, Lydia Place has used parties and charity auctions to support local homeless causes. Hearts for Housing, the annual February gala has traditionally been a St. Valentine’s Day theme, and this year will expand to include music, décor, thematic foods and entertainment celebrating their impact over the past three decades. Expect pop culture fun throughout the night, which is themed “Thirty Years of the Power of Love.” An extensive live/silent auction of donated items will be on display while more than four hundred guests celebrate a romantic evening for a good cause. This party will take place on Saturday, February 9 at The Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel and Conference Center from 5-9:30pm. Tickets and sponsorships are now available at the website, heartsforhousing.com. A single ticket, called a “Cassingle,” costs $125 and an early-bird sponsor can purchase a “Boombox” table of 10 for $1000. The ticket includes a gourmet meal, access to the auction, and a presentation on the impact this charity has had on our community. “The Lydia Place Hearts for Housing POWER OF LOVE 30th Anniversary Edition is set to radically rock our community February 9,” explained Lydia Place administrator Shultzie Willows. She invites the community to “join hands and hearts in support of creating a community where every individual, and every family, has a home — and the opportunity to thrive.” All funds raised will benefit the programs of Lydia Place, including transitional housing, counseling, support services, and training for more than 150 local families. The mission of Lydia Place has found considerable support in our community and the sponsorship of local businesses makes these events possible. These events give the public a chance to enjoy a great party while helping to disrupt the cycle of homelessness for current and future generations.

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Basketmaker Shannon Robertson teaches you how to make a basket bottom with a beautiful, decorative sun on Sat., Jan. 26 from 1-3pm at North Fork Community Library (7506 Kendall Rd., Maple Falls). She discusses the process of making a full basket and the propagation and cultivation of willow. All materials and tools are provided; but if you have your own bypass pruners, please bring them. Space is limited; registration is required. Free. Info: 360-599-2020 or www.wcls.org/events.

How Sweet The Sound – Bellingham

TheatreWorks introduces an extraordinary new play, How Sweet The Sound, by Bellingham playwright Eryn Elyse McVay. In a timeless, idyllic world, three girls depend on a charismatic leader for their well-being. But do ulterior motives hide behind his benevolence? McVay weaves metaphor and mystery into this play, crafting twists and turns that will have audiences guessing until its shocking conclusion. Perfomance on Fri. & Sat., Jan. 4 & 5 and 11 & 12 from 7:30-9pm at Sylvia Center for the Arts (205 Prospect St., Bellingham). Doors open at 7pm. Admission is $15. Info: 360-296-1753, BellinghamTheatreWorks@gmail.com or www.BellinghamTheatreWorks.org.

Antony & Cleopatra (NT Live) – Benjamin (Aiken Muller) looks on at the unknowing Grace (Sophie Burns) and Felicity (Eryn McVay) in the mysterious world of How Sweet The Sound, premiering Jan. 4 at the Sylvia Center for the Arts.

Broadcast live from the National Theatre, Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo play Shakespeare’s famous fated couple in his great tragedy of politics, passion, and power. Caesar and his assassins are dead. General Mark Antony now rules alongside his fellow defenders of Rome. But at the fringes of a war-torn empire the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra and Mark Antony have fallen fiercely in love. In a tragic fight between devotion and duty, obsession becomes a catalyst for war. Shows on Sun., Jan. 6, at noon at Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon). Admission is $18 general / $16 seniors / $14 students and kids / $2 off members. More info: 360-336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org/film/nt-liveantony-cleopatra.

Urinetown – BAAY presents the bold

musical comedy Urinetown this January! According to director Olivia Theilemann, “this entirely unique musical forces us to closely look at the cultural consequences at the intersection of capitalism and climate

change. The straits are dire, but this cast will keep you laughing the entire way. This production features what may be the youngest cast of actors to ever perform this script, and something magical happens while watching a story about the future of humanity performed by the very people who will be there to save it.” Performances on Fri., Jan. 11 at 7pm; Sat., Jan. 12 at 2pm & 7pm; Sun., Jan. 13 at 2pm; Fri., Jan. 18 at 7pm; Sat., Jan. 19 at 2pm & 7pm; and Sun., Jan. 20 at 2pm. Tickets at www.baay.org! (Rated PG-13 by Music Theatre International.) Admission is $10. More info: 360-306-8531 or info@baay.org.

Winter Courses at BAAY! –

Registration is open for winter courses at Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth! Shine onstage in our exciting musical theatre and dance offerings for ages 5-16, or develop a new show with a creative team of your peers in the Creation Lab program. Registration and more info: 360-3068531, info@baay.org or www.baay.org.

Adriana Lecouvreur – For the first time at the Met, Anna Netrebko sings the title role of Adriana Lecouvreur, the great 18th-century actress in love with the military hero Maurizio. Stassya Pacheco returns for a pre-opera lecture prior to every Saturday live transmission, 30 minutes before the start time. Also, Saturday operas offer the option of pre-ordering your lunch from Pacioni’s. Pre-order lunches are made up during the opera and ready for you to enjoy during the intermission. Shows on Sat., Jan. 12 at 9:45am and Sun., Jan. 20 at 1pm at Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon). Admission is $23 general / $21 senior / $19 student / $17 kids 12 and under / $2 off members. More info: 360-336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org/event/ met-live-hd-adriana-lecouvreur.

Accommodation – A one-act play,

written and directed by Marla Bronstein. Why would someone not want to “fix” being deaf? This question arises, even in deaf families. (Spoiler alert, this play will not answer that question.) To ensure and allow for all of the performances of Accommodation as part of the Bellingham One Act Theater (BOAT) Festival to be accessible to deaf and hearing audience members alike, all performances will be simultaneously voiced and signed. On Jan., 16, 21 & 25 at 7pm at the Bellingham Theatre Guild (1600 H St.). Admission is $4. More info: www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com/event/ bellinghamster-one-act-theatre-boatfestival.

Hello, Dolly! – The blockbuster

Broadway hit bursts with humor, romance, high-energy dancing, and some of the greatest songs in musical theater history. The romantic and comic exploits of Dolly Gallagher-Levi, turn-of-the-century

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Laser, CNC, 3D Printer Classes –

ACP+D – Advance Care Planning is a

Have you ever wanted to learn how to use a laser cutter or a CNC machine or a 3D printer? Check out our website BellinghamMakerspace.org and our event listing BellinghamMakerspace.EventBrite. com for a list of our classes. Check back often; we’re always adding new classes. More info: manager@bellinghammakerspace.org.

Small Looms Clinic for Weavers –

Join members of the Whatcom Weavers Guild in the SkillShare Space at the Bellingham Library (210 Central Ave.) as they work on projects on their small looms on Sat., Jan. 5 from noon-3pm. Some weavers will be demonstrating their craft, while others will welcome you trying it out yourself. Free admission. More info: 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org , or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Intermediate Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel – Join Deb at Baker

Creek Ceramics (4058 Hammer Dr., #105, Bellingham) on Mondays from 6-8:30pm beginning Jan. 7 for this exciting throwing experience! Learn how to center and throw clay on the potter’s wheel, trim and decorate your work, and how to glaze. Purchase clay on-line or at the first day of class ($30/25lbs). Bring pottery tools, plastic to cover your work in progress, hand towel, dress for mess, and be ready for some fun! Introductory/Intermediate class, ages 16+. Ten sessions; cost is $275. More info: 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Clay Intensive: Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel AND Handbuilding! –

Join Deb McCunn for this full clay experience that includes handbuilding, sculpting and throwing on the potter’s wheel. Students with prior experience at Baker Creek can use this as an independent study to work on their own projects. Ages 16 and up. All levels welcome! Material fee for clay is $30 per bag. Class meets Thursdays, Jan. 10-March 14 from 9:30am-noon. Class minimum 4/ maximum 8. Cost is $275. More info: bakercreekceramics@gmail.com , 360-3935458 or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Improv Playworks in January – Learn

to Think on Your Feet! Come join us for a free workshop. An evening of play, creativity, storytelling and fun! We will do a selection of games and exercises from improvisational theater. All levels welcome, absolutely no experience necessary! Adults & teens 14+. Join us at Improv Playworks Studio (1011 Girard St., Bellingham) on Wed., Jan. 16 and Tues., Jan. 22 from 7-9pm. Free admission. More info: 360756-0756, sheIila@improvplayworks.com or www.improvplayworks.

process that takes time and reflection. With dementia, it gets more difficult to reflect on goals for end-of-life care. ACP+D presentations educate people who have either received a diagnosis of dementia or are caring for someone who has. We’ll cover the importance of starting early; the critical role a health care agent will play; how to match goals for care with stages and symptoms of the disease; forms to help you start the conversation; and how to be a strong advocate for yourself or your loved one. Participants will receive a folder with helpful resources and two official forms to complete the ACP process. On Thurs., Jan. 24 from 6-7:30pm at the Whatcom Hills Waldorf School (941 Austin St., Bellingham). Free admission. More info: acpdementia@gmail.com or https://sites.google.com/view/acpdementia.

NW Washington Farm-to-Table Trade Meeting – Find local products.

Connect to buyers. Get inspired! We bring together 180+ farmers, fishers, chefs, grocery buyers, food artisans, processors, and distributors for one day filled with valuable networking and connection opportunities, cutting-edge educational workshops, a vibrant expo, one-on-one producer/buyer consultations, and the ever-delicious, 7-course, locally-sourced lunch prepared by the BTC Culinary Arts Program and the NW WA Chefs Collective. Best networking event of the year! Takes place on Tues., Feb. 19 from 8:30am-4pm at BTC. Admission is $45-$70. More info: 360-647-7093, diana@sustainableconnections.org or www.sustainableconnections.org/ events/2019-farm-to-table-trade-meeting.

matchmaker and “woman who arranges things,” are certain to thrill and entertain audiences again and again. Allison Ross, director. Perfomances are Jan. 26, 29 & 31 and Feb. 1 & 2 at 7pm and Feb. 2 at 1pm at Lynden Christian Worship and Fine Arts Center (515 Drayton St.). Admission is $10 adults / $6 students/seniors over 62. More info: 360-318-9525.

The Tragedy of King Richard – Simon

Russell Beale plays King Richard II in a visceral new production about the limits of power, directed by Joe Hill-Gibbins. On Sun., Jan. 27, at 1pm at Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon). Admission is $18 general / $16 seniors / $14 students and kids / $2 off members. More info: 360-336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org/film/nt-livetragedy-king-richard-second. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

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JANUARY 2019 Happy New Year!

TUESDAY 1/1/2019 Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30-11:45am, $10 first class, yogawithjoani@yahoo.com or www.yogawithjoani.com. See page 22. Meditation Tuesday, Red Cedar Dharma Hall, 7-7:45pm, by donation, www.bellinghaminsight.org.

WEDNESDAY 1/2/2019 Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of

Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, 5 sessions $290 or $66 per session, 360-319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net. See page 19. T’ai Chi Class, Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:15am-12:15pm. See page 22. Tango Beginning Class and Practica, The Majestic Ballroom, 6:30-9:30pm, $5-$15, davidjfbeaumier03@gmail.com or www.tangolife.biz

BGC: Invasive and Noxious Weed Control with Laurel Baldwin, Whatcom Museum

Rotunda Room, 7-9pm, free, www.birchwoodgardenclub.org. See page 28. Tenor Trifecta, Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7-9:30pm, $15 general / $5 students, WJMAC members and students free, 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org. See page 5.

THURSDAY 1/3/2019 Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30-11:45am, $10 first class. See page 22.

English Country Dancing, Bellingham Senior

Activities Center, 1:30-3pm, free, sounds.trad@gmail.com or https://becd2.wordpress.com. See page 28. Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Illuminati Brewing Company, 5:30-8pm, no cover, 360-650-1066, jsherwoodjazzproject@gmail.com or www.jazzproject.org.

Your Voice, Your Choice: Advance Care Planning, St. Luke’s Health Education Center,

6-8pm, free / preregistration required, 360-752-5267, HWalker@peacehealth.org or www.peacehealth.org. Balkan Folk Dancing, Fairhaven Branch Library, 7-9pm, 1st time free / $5 donation requested. See page 28.

FRIDAY 1/4/2019 Opening Reception: “Women Empowering Women,” Allied Arts of Whatcom County,

10am-5pm, free, 360-676-8548, info@alliedarts.org or www.alliedarts.org. See page 19. Penny Welch Demo, Whatcom Art Market, 2-4pm, free, 360-738-8564, www.whatcomartmarket.org. See page 19-20. First Friday Artwalk, Historic Downtown Anacortes, 6-9pm, free, 360-293-6938, gallery@scottmilo.com or www.anacortesart.com. January Art Show Reception, Scott Milo Gallery, 6pm, free, gallery@scottmilo.com , 360-2936938 or www.scottmilo.com. See page 20. “How Sweet The Sound,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30-9pm, $15, 360-296-1753, BellinghamTheatreWorks@gmail.com or www.BellinghamTheatreWorks.org. See page 10.

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SATURDAY 1/5/2019 Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon, free, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com.

Resolutions: Mini Workshops to Jumpstart Your New Year, Village Books, 11am-4pm,

free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or villagebooks.com. Volunteer Orientation, Bellingham Makerspace, 11am-12:30pm, free, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or https://bellinghamfoundry.com/posts/ volunteer-orientation. See page 27. Small Looms Clinic for Weavers, Bellingham Public Library, noon-3pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. See page 11. Penny Welch Demo, Whatcom Art Market, 2-4pm. See page 19-20. Traditional Jazz, VFW Hall, 2-5pm, $12 general / $6 students / $10 members, 360-371-7030, btjsjazz@gmail.com or www.bellinghamjazz.com. See page 28.

“Whatcomics” Art Reception & Exhibit,

Lynden Library, 2-3:30pm, free, 360-354-4883, www.wcls.org/events. See page 20.

“The Thunder Creek Mines: The Skagit Queen,” Burlington Public Library, 2:30-4pm,

free, kathleenh@burlingtonwa.gov or 360-755-0760. See page 22. Open House, Lotus Yoga, 3-6pm, free, 360-820-4007, meg@whatcomlotusyoga.com or www.whatcomlotusyoga.com. Fritz & The Freeloaders (rock classics), Old World Deli, 6-8pm, no cover, 360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac.com or www.oldworlddeli1.com/music-events.

BFM: Adam Billings, Welcome Home Concert,

First Congregational Church, 7pm, free to students / $15 suggested donation general, 360-201-6621 or www.bellinghamfestival.org. See page 4. “How Sweet The Sound,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30-9pm. See page 10. Muse Bellingham (fusion dance venue), Inspire Studio, 7:30pm-midnight, $5-$12, musebellingham@gmail.com or www.danceinbellingham.com.

SUNDAY 1/6/2019 Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm, free, 510-375-2603, Roselotus@aol.com or www.facebook.com/tsikh76. See page 27.

Writers’ Resolutions: Mini Workshops to Jumpstart Your Writing Life, Village Books,

11am-4pm, free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or villagebooks.com. “Antony & Cleopatra” (NT Live), Historic Lincoln Theatre, noon, $18 general / $16 seniors / $14 students and kids / $2 off members, tickets@lincolntheatre.org , 360-3368955 or www.lincolntheatre.org. See page 10. Contemporary Dance Class, Firehouse Arts and Events Center, noon-1:30pm, $15 drop-in / $65 for a 5-class card / $10 with student ID, bhamrep@gmail.com or www.bhamrep.org. See page 28. Feminist Poetry Reading, Allied Arts of Whatcom County, 4pm. See page 19.

Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Thomas Harris Quintet, Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, no

cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

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CALENDAR

JANUARY 2019 MONDAY 1/7/2019 T’ai Chi Class, St. James Presbyterian Church,

5:15-6:15pm, contact Linda for details, 360-389-5754, LindaTaiChi@comcast.net. See page 22. Contemporary Dance Class, Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 6-7:30pm. See page 28.

Intermediate Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel (10 sessions) begins, Baker Creek Ceramics, 6-8:30pm, $275, 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com. See page 11.

Harmony Northwest Chorus Open House,

Mount Vernon Community Center, 6:30-9pm, free, 360-201-5861, cherabari@comcast.net or www.harmonynorthwest.org. See page 5.

TUESDAY 1/8/2019 Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30-11:45am, $10 first class. See page 22.

T’ai Chi Class, Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:30am-12:30pm. See page 22.

Home Item Repair Workshop (learn to repair toys, small kitchen appliances, electric tools), Bellingham Public Library, 5-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.nwfreerepairs.wordpress.com. Meditation Tuesday, Red Cedar Dharma Hall, 7-7:45pm, by donation, www.bellinghaminsight.org.

WEDNESDAY 1/9/2019 Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm. See page 19.

T’ai Chi Class, Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:15am-12:15pm. See page 22.

Lunchtime Music: Johanna Neff, Jansen Art

Center, noon-1pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events. Mason Bees: Alternative Pollinators, Blaine Library, 4-6pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org/events.

Whatcom Writers and Publishers Monthly Meeting, Nicki’s Bella Marina, 6-8:30pm, free, 360-319-8366, caithiseach@gmail.com or www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org. See page 24. Tango Beginning Class and Practica, The Majestic Ballroom, 6:30-9:30pm, $5-$15, davidjfbeaumier03@gmail.com or www.tangolife.biz

WJMAC presents The Jared Hall Quintet,

Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7-9:30pm, $15 general / $5 students, WJMAC members and students free, 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org. See page 5.

Live at the Piano Lounge: Soul Shadows (50s rock & roll/Doo Wop, R&B, classic Motown),

Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/soul-shadows-2. English Country Dancing, Bellingham Senior Activities Center, 1:30-3pm. See page 28. Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Illuminati Brewing Company, 5:30-8pm.

Author Event: David Mauro and “The Altitude Journals,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free,

360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com/event/litlive-davidmauro-011019. Balkan Folk Dancing, Fairhaven Branch Library, 7-9pm. See page 28.

“A Home on the South Fork: An Early History of Acme,” Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 7:30-9pm, $5 suggested donation, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. See page 23.

FRIDAY 1/11/2019 Pat Fisher Demo, Whatcom Art Market,

11am-3pm. See page 19-20. Student Art Show, Cooper Lanza Gallery and School of Fine Art, 5:30-7:30pm, free, cooperlanzagallery@gmail.com or www.cooperlanzagallery.com. See page 20. Sons of Norway Potluck/Program, Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 6pm, bring something to share / enter from the north side, 360-715-2186. “Urinetown,” BAAY Theatre, 7pm, $10, 360-306-8531, info@baay.org or www.baay.org. See page 10. “How Sweet The Sound,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30-9pm. See page 10.

Mason Bees: Alternative Pollinators, Blaine

Library, 10am-noon, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org/events. Sumas Writers Group, Sumas Library, 10-11am, free, 360-988-2501, www.wcls.org/events. See page 24.

“Ethical Will: Passing on Treasures of the Heart,” with Tammy L. Coia, REC Retreats,

10:30am-4:30pm, $175, 360-220-8783, Kjerstin@RECretreats.com or www.recretreats.com/retreatevents/2019/1/12/tlc-writing-workshop. Pat Fisher Demo, Whatcom Art Market, 11am-3pm. See page 19-20. “Germans from Russia Genealogy,” Burlington Public Library, 1-3pm, free, 360-755-0760, genealogy0715@gmail.com or www.skagitvalleygenealogy.org. See page 23. Bellingham Ukulele Group Jam, St. James Presbyterian Fellowship Hall, 1:30-4pm, by $5 donation, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com. See page 5. “Urinetown,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm & 7pm. See page 10.

Bottom Shelf Bourbon (acoustic bluegrass, blues), Old World Deli, 6-8pm, no cover,

360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac.com or www.oldworlddeli1.com/music-events. Hot Club of Troy, Mount Baker Theatre, 7-9pm, $20, 360-961-1559, nuagesjazz@gmail.com or www.mountbakertheatre.com. See page 5.

SATURDAY 1/12/2019 “Adriana Lecouvreur” (Met Live in HD),

Historic Lincoln Theatre, 9:45am, $23 general / $21 senior / $19 student / $17 kids 12 and under / $2 off members, 360-336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. See page 10. AAUW: “The Attack on Title IX,” YWCA, 10am-noon, free, 360-392-8856, hbergkolin@gmail.com. See page 26. Bakerview Gem Show, Bakerview Square Business Suites, 410 W. Bakerview Rd., Unit 110, 10am-5pm, free, https://m.facebook.com/BakerviewGemShow. See page 27. Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon.

THURSDAY 1/10/2019 Clay Intensive: Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel and Handbuilding (10 weeks) begins, Baker Creek Ceramics, 9:30am-noon, $275, 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com. See page 11.

Museum Advocates: Sin & Gin Snapshots with the Good Time Girls, Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, noon-1pm, free, 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org/event/advocatessin-gin-snapshots-with-the-good-time-girls or info@whatcommuseum.org. See page 22-23. Pruning Lecture Part 1, Community Food Coop Healthy Connections Building Classroom, noon-1pm, free, 360-676-6736, mill.shires@gmail.com.

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JANUARY 2019 CONTRA Dance, Fairhaven Library, 7-10:30pm, suggested donation $10-$15 general / $7 students, dance@januscom.com or www.bellinghamcountrydance.org. See page 28.

Poetry Event: Elizabeth Vignali and Kami Westoff with “Your Body a Bullet,” Village

Books, 7-8pm, free, events@villagebooks.com , 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com/ event/litlive-vignali-westhoff-011219. “How Sweet The Sound,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30-9pm. See page 10. Kulshan Chorus: “Gathering,” Mount Baker Theatre, $22 adults / $17 students and seniors / $7 children, 360-734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. See page 5.

SUNDAY 1/13/2019 Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak

Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm, free. See page 27. Pat Fisher Demo, Whatcom Art Market, 11am-3pm. See page 19-20. Contemporary Dance Class, Firehouse Arts and Events Center, noon-1:30pm. See page 28. Pickett House Museum Tour, Pickett House Museum, 1-4pm, free / donations accepted, daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com or 360-733-5873. See page 23. “Urinetown,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm. See page 10. NookChat: Community Storytelling, Everson Library, 3-4:30pm, free, 360-966-5100, www.wcls.org/events. See page 23.

Author Event: Karen Treiger and “My Soul is Filled With Joy: A Holocaust Story,” Village

Books, 4-5pm, free, events@villagebooks.com , 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com.

Star-Flaming Queens of the Night Benefit for Pacific Northwest Opera, Lairmont Manor,

4-6pm, $75, 360-610-7249, info@pnopera.org or www.pnopera.org. See page 5.

Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Janette West Quartet, Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, no

cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. Tango by the Bay Milonga, Squalicum Yacht Club, 7:30-10pm, $7 general / $5 members & students, 360-734-5676, bhamusabda@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com.

MONDAY 1/14/2019 Experience Brain Fitness (training and exercises for adults of all ages), Bellingham

Public Library, 1:30-2:30pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. T’ai Chi Class, St. James Presbyterian Church, 5:15-6:15pm, contact Linda for details, 360-389-5754, LindaTaiChi@comcast.net. See page 22. Contemporary Dance Class, Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 6-7:30pm. See page 28.

Game Night at the Library (Sushi Go!, Carcassonne, Lyndenopoly, Codenames, and more; ages families and kids 8+), Lynden Library, 6:30-8:30pm, free, 360-354-4883, www.wcls.org/events.

11:30am-12:30pm. See page 22.

The Realities of Advanced Medical Interventions, Unity Spiritual Center, 6-7:30pm, free, 360-201-7840 or, micki98226@aol.com. See page 22.

Bellingham Evening Toastmasters’ Open House, Spring Creek Retirement Center,

6:45-8:30pm, free, https://4470.toastmastersclubs.org. See page 27. BCC Rehearsal, St. James Presbyterian Church, 7-9pm, $80 tuition. See page 6.

Excellence Northwest Workshop with Monique Stefens: “Change Your Habits,”

Village Books, 7-8pm, free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com. Meditation Tuesday, Red Cedar Dharma Hall, 7-7:45pm, by donation, www.bellinghaminsight.org. Roy McCurdy with Cory Weeds, Lucas Hicks Theatre in the Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7-9:30pm, $20 general / $5 students / WJMAC members and students free, 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org. See page 6.

WEDNESDAY 1/16/2019 Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm. See page 19.

T’ai Chi Class, Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:15am-12:15pm. See page 22.

Lunchtime Music: Karen Scholten, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events.

Newcomers’ Club Monthly Luncheon/ Speaker, Bellingham Golf & Country Club,

noon-2:30pm, $20 (must reserve), 360-9334669, information@whatcomnewcomers.org or www.whatcomnewcomers.org. Creekside Open Mic (poetry, prose, music), South Whatcom Library, 6-8pm, free, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events or 360-305-3632. Tango Beginning Class and Practica, The Majestic Ballroom, 6:30-9:30pm, $5-$15, davidjfbeaumier03@gmail.com or www.tangolife.biz “Accommodation,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7-7:30pm, $4, www.bellinghamtheatreguild. com/event/bellinghamster-one-act-theatreboat-festival. See page 10. BUG Song Circle, Roeder Home, 7-8:30pm, by donation. See page 5. Learn to Think on Your Feet, Improv Playworks Studio, 7-9pm, free, 360-756-0756, sheila@improvplayworks.com or www.improvplayworks.com. See page 11.

THURSDAY 1/17/2019 Crones Circle Gathering, The Willows,

10-11:30am, free, 360-595-4485. See page 27.

TUESDAY 1/15/2019

Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

Two Day Figure Drawing or Painting Session,

Live at the Piano Lounge: J.P. Falcon Grady

Studio UFO, 10am-1pm, $120 + $5 tip for model, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net , 360-3196115 or www.studio-ufo.net. See page 20. Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center, 10:30-11:45am, $10 first class. See page 22.

T’ai Chi Class, Firehouse Arts and Event Center,

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10:30-11:45am, $10 first class. See page 22. (acoustic guitarist, singer, songwriter), Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/j-p-falcon-grady.

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JANUARY 2019 Hattie Strother Chapter 1514 Meeting, Hattie

Strother Chapter 1514 Meeting, 12:30-3pm, free, 360-293-1082, joyandgary@comcast.net. See page 23. Finding Funders for Your Nonprofit, Bellingham Public Library, 1-2:30pm, free, 360-778-7210, dbrewer@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. English Country Dancing, Bellingham Senior Activities Center, 1:30-3pm. See page 28.

Cascadia International Women’s Film Festival and Fundraiser, Allied Arts of Whatcom County, 8pm. See page 19.

Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Illuminati Brewing Company, 5:30-8pm.

Balkan Folk Dancing, Fairhaven Branch Library, 7-9pm. See page 28.

Parks & Rec Travelogue: Bumpy Travels Through Bangladesh, Whatcom Museum Old

City Hall, 7-9pm, $5 suggested donation, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/event/parks-rectravelogue-bumpy-travels-through-bangladesh.

FRIDAY 1/18/2019 Whatcom Museum Art Auction Gala,

Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building, 5:30-10:30pm, $125, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3825770. See page 8.

Opening Reception: “Artist’s Choice: Photography Edition,” Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery, 6-9pm, free, 360-734-1340, framr4U@aol.com or www.fourthcornerframes.com. See page 20.

Meditation: The Secret to a Peaceful Life with Dr. Richard Scotti, Bellingham Public Library, 6:30-8pm, free, jjohnson@cob.org , 360-7787217 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Author Event: Dudley Evenson and “Quieting the Monkey Mind,” Village Books, 7-8pm,

free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com. “Urinetown,” BAAY Theatre, 7pm. See page 10.

Tropical Heat Wave Escape (with Latin Fringe), The Majestic, lesson at 7:15 / dance

8-10pm, $10 general / $7 members and seniors, 360-734-5676, bhamusabda@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com.

Fritz & The Freeloaders (rock, pop, country),

Fireside Martini and Wine Bar, 8-10:30pm, no cover, cheers@firesidemartini.com , 360-7381000 or www.firesidemartini.com.

SATURDAY 1/19/2019 21st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Saturday Conference, WCC Syre Student

Center, 9am-4pm, free, 360-389-3898, whatcomhrtf@gmail.com or http://mlkconference.org. See page 26. Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon.

Greg Aanes Furniture Showroom Open,

10am-2pm, www.NWchairs.com , 360-389-2714. See page 28. Sheila Rood Demo, Whatcom Art Market, 11am-3pm. See page 19-20. Exhibit Openings, Museum of Northwest Art, 1-3pm, free, 360-446-4446, info@museumofnwart.org or www.monamuseum.org/event/luminaries-spellwest-exhibition-opening#. See page 20.

Skagit Symphony Family Concert, McIntyre

Hall, 1:30pm, $10 adults / $1 kids, www.skagitsymphony.com. See page 21. Dream Catchers with Earline Hansen, South Whatcom Library, 2-3pm, free, 360-305-3632, www.wcls.org/events. See page 9. “Urinetown,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm & 7pm. Women’s March Tea Party, Allied Arts of Whatcom County, 2pm. See page 19. Treaty Day Film Festival, Pickford Film Center, 2:45-5:45pm, $10.75, 360-738-735, esmith@settingsunproductions.org or www.facebook.com/events/343323983126803. See page 27. Roger Yamashita Trio, Old World Deli, 6-8pm, no cover, oldworlddeli1@mac.com , 360-7382090 or www.oldworlddeli1.com/music-events.

Author Event: Sarah Cannon and “The Shame of Losing,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free,

360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com/event/litlive-sarahcannon-011919. Fire and Grace, First Congregational Church, 7:30-9:30pm, $25 / take a teen for free, 360305-6526, bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com or www.bellinghammusicclub.org. See page 6. Muse Bellingham (fusion dance venue), Inspire Studio, 7:30pm-midnight, $5-$12, musebellingham@gmail.com or www.danceinbellingham.com.

SUNDAY 1/20/2019 Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak

Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm, free. See page 7. Sheila Rood Demo, Whatcom Art Market, 11am-3pm. See page 19-20. Contemporary Dance Class, Firehouse Arts and Events Center, noon-1:30pm. See page 28. Treaty Day Film Festival, Pickford Film Center, noon-3pm. See page 27.

“Adriana Lecouvreur” (Met Live in HD),

Historic Lincoln Theatre, 1pm. See page 10.

Bill Evans (banjo), Nancy’s Farm, 2-4pm, $18

suggested contribution, info@nancysfarm.com , 360-739-5651 or www.nancysfarm.com. “Urinetown,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm. See page 10. BCMS Presents: New Year’s Resolutions, First Congregational Church of Bellingham, 3-5pm, $15 adults / $5 students, 360-303-4014, bellinghamchambermusic@gmail.com or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org. See page 6.

Poetry Event: Douglas Cole and “The Gold Tooth In the Crooked Smile of God,” Village Books, 4-5pm, free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com/event/litlive-douglascole-012019.

Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Chad Peterson Quartet, Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, no

cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

SVER! Epic Nordic Folk Music, Wild Buffalo, 7-9pm, $15-$20, www.wildbuffalo.net or bellinghamfolkfestival@gmail.com.

MONDAY 1/21/2019 Volunteer Event: MLK Day Spring Cleaning,

Bellingham Makerspace, 9am-5pm, free, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or www.BellinghamMakerspace.org. See page 27.

Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Read-In!,

Village Books, 10am-1pm, free, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com/event/storytime-martinluther-king-jr-012119 or events@villagebooks.com. See page 24.

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CALENDAR

JANUARY 2019 T’ai Chi Class, St. James Presbyterian Church,

5:15-6:15pm, contact Linda for details, 360-389-5754, LindaTaiChi@comcast.net. See page 22. Contemporary Dance Class, Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 6-7:30pm. See page 28.

Herbal Remedies for the Immune System,

Living Earth Herbs, 6-8pm, $20, 360-734-3207, herbs@livingearthherbs.com. See page 22. “Accommodation,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7-7:30pm. See page 10.

Commmunity Food Co-op Hosts 21st Annual MLK Jr. Day Event, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, 7-9pm, free, 360-734-8158. See page 27.

TUESDAY 1/22/2019 Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30-11:45am, $10 first class. See page 22.

T’ai Chi Class, Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:30am-12:30pm. See page 22.

Bellingham Reads Book Discussion Group (“Lincoln in the Bardo” by George Saunders), Bellingham Public Library,

6:30-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7236, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. BCC Rehearsal, St. James Presbyterian Church, 7-9pm. See page 6.

Advance Directives Always and Sometimes POLST!: A Panel Discussion, Moles

Community Room, 7-9pm, free, pci@wwu.edu or https://pci.wwu.edu/advance-directivesalways%E2%80%A6-and-sometimes-polstpanel-discussion. Learn to Think on Your Feet, Improv Playworks Studio, 7-9pm. See page 11. Meditation Tuesday, Red Cedar Dharma Hall, 7-7:45pm, by donation, www.bellinghaminsight.org.

“Pursuing the Mystery of the Marbled Murrelet,” Whatcom Museum Old City Hall,

7-9pm, $5 suggested donation / members free, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/event/audubonrare-bird-pursuing-the-mystery-of-the-marbledmurrelet.

WEDNESDAY 1/23/2019 Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Winter Book Sale, Belllingham Public Library,

10am-6pm, free, 360-778-7250, friendslibrary3@gmail.com. See page 8. Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm. See page 19. T’ai Chi Class, Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:15am-12:15pm. See page 22. Lunchtime Music: Linda Roorda, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events.

Histories & Mysteries Book Club (Anne Dillard’s “The Living”), Everson Library, 6:30-8pm, free, 360-966-5100 or www.wcls.org/events.

Tango Beginning Class and Practica, The Majestic Ballroom, 6:30-9:30pm, $5-$15, davidjfbeaumier03@gmail.com or www.tangolife.biz

Milo Petersen Quartet, Sylvia Center for the

Arts, 7-9:30pm, $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members and students free, 360-3193230 or www.wjmac.org. See page 6. Loudon Wainwright III, Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm, $39 / $34 / $29 / $24 / $2 off members. See page 3.

THURSDAY 1/24/2019 Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Winter Book Sale, Belllingham Public Library, 10am-6pm. See page 8.

Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30-11:45am, $10 first class. See page 22.

Live at the Piano Lounge: Sharon Mayson & Chuck Dingee, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, no cover, info@jansenartcenter.org or 360-354-3600. English Country Dancing, Bellingham Senior Activities Center, 1:30-3pm. See page 28. Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Illuminati Brewing Company, 5:30-8pm.

Advance Care Planning for Dementia (ACP+D), Whatcom Hills Waldorf School,

6-7:30pm, free, acpdementia@gmail.com or https://sites.google.com/view/acpdementia. See page 11.

Writing for Children: Shining the Spotlight on Picture Books, Skagit Valley College,

6:30-8pm, $49, Lynnette.Aragon@skagit.edu , 360-416-7605 or www.mysvc.skagit.edu/ news5.asp?pagenumber=2771#Winter. Balkan Folk Dancing, Fairhaven Branch Library, 7-9pm. See page 28. House Concert with Jean Mann, Chuckanut Center, 7:30-9pm, $5-$10 suggested donation, 360-383-7502, chuckanutcenter@gmail.com or www.chuckanutcenter.org. See page 6. John McEuen & the String Wizards, Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm, $35 / $30 / $25 / $20 / $2 off members. See page 3.

FRIDAY 1/25/2019 Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Winter Book Sale (half price day), Belllingham Public Library, 10am-6pm. See page 8.

Bellingham Folk Festival, Bellingham Unitarian

Fellowship, 4:30-9:30pm, $10-$105, bellinghamfolkfestival@gmail.com or www.thebellinghamfolkfestival.com. See page 6. Fairhaven’s Fourth Friday Art Walk, 5-8pm.

Teen Paint Night (grades 6-12; designed by teens, for teens; supplies provided), Ferndale Library, 6-8pm, free, 360-384-3647.

“Accommodation,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7-7:30pm. See page 10.

GEMS Night Out (Girls in Engineering, Math & Science; grades 3-8), WWU, 7-10pm, $30, 360-650-3308, youth@wwu.edu or https://ee.wwu.edu/youth-programs/ programs/gems-night-out-girls-engineeringmath-science.

SATURDAY 1/26/2019 Pancake Breakfast, American Legion Post 154,

8-11am, $6 adults / $3 kids 6-12 / free age 5 and free, 360-384-5595. See page 8. Bellingham Folk Festival, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, 9am-9:30pm. See page 6.

Acrylic Painting 2-day Workshop (begins) with Jennifer Bowman, Gallery Pegasus (301

W Holly St., Bellingham), 9:30am-4:30pm both days, $175, 360-599-7731 or www.gallerypegasus.com.

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JANUARY 2019 Bakerview Gem Show, Bakerview Square

Business Suites, 410 W. Bakerview Rd., Unit 110, 10am-5pm, free, https://m.facebook.com/BakerviewGemShow. See page 27. Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon.

Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Winter Book Sale ($4 bag day), Belllingham

Public Library, 10am-1pm. See page 24. Sumas Writers Group, Sumas Library, 10-11am. See page 24. Mindport’s Correspondence Club, Mindport Exhibits, 10:30am-12:30pm, free, 360-647-5614, publicity@mindport.org or www.mindport.org. See page 9. Skagit Wedding Show, Skagit Center, 11am4pm, $8 by January 19, 360-428-5972, colleen@cceventplanning.com or www.skagitweddingshow.com.

“Era of the Megafires” (Whatcom Reads Event), Blaine Library, 1-2:30pm, free, 360-

305-3637, www.wcls.org/events. See page 27.

Willow Weaving Workshop, North Fork Community Library, 1-3pm, free / must preregister, 360-599-2020 or www.wcls.org/events. See page 9.

“From Hiking Club to the CCC” with Historian Janet Oakley (Whatcom Reads Event), Lynden Library, 2-3pm, free. See page 25.

Meghan Yates & The Reverie (folk fusion), Old World Deli, 6-8pm, no cover, 360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac.com or www.oldworlddeli1.com/music-events. “Hello, Dolly!,” Lynden Christian Worship and Fine Arts Center, 7-9:30pm, $10 adults / $6 students & seniors over 62, 360-318-9525. See page 10-11. CONTRA Dance, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, 8-10pm. See page 28.

SUNDAY 1/27/2019 Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak

Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm, free. See page 7.

Contemporary Dance Class, Firehouse Arts and Events Center, noon-1:30pm. See page 28.

Bellingham Folk Festival, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, 1-9:30pm. See page 6.

“The Tragedy of King Richard” (NT Live),

Historic Lincoln Theatre, 1pm, $18 general / $16 seniors / $14 students and kids / $2 off members, tickets@lincolntheatre.org , 360-3368955 or www.lincolntheatre.org. See page 11. Audubon at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 1:30-3:30pm, $5-$10, 360-7788930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/event/fourthsundays-audubon-at-themuseum-13/2019-01-27. See page 21. “Happy Birthday, Amadeus!,” Mount Baker Theatre, 3pm, $15-$49, 360-734-6080, www.whatcomsymphony.com/event/ classical-iv-happy-birthday-mozart or info@whatcomsymphony.com. See page 6-7. Art of Jazz: Susan Pascal Quartet, Majestic Hall Underground, 4-6:30pm, $17 general / $10 students / free for Jazz Project Members, 360650-1066, jsherwoodjazzproject@gmail.com or www.jazzproject.org.

Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Anissa Snyder Quartet, Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, no

cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

MONDAY 1/28/2019 Experience Brain Fitness (training and exercises for adults of all ages), Bellingham

Public Library, 1:30-2:30pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. T’ai Chi Class, St. James Presbyterian Church, 5:15-6:15pm, contact Linda for details, 360-389-5754. See page 22. Contemporary Dance Class, Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 6-7:30pm. See page 28.

TUESDAY 1/29/2019 Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30-11:45am, $10 first class. See page 22.

T’ai Chi Class, Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:30am-12:30pm. See page 22.

Chuckanut Radio Hour 12th Anniversary Show, WCC Heiner Theater, 6:30-8:30pm, $5,

FRIDAY 2/1/2019 “Hello, Dolly!,” Lynden Christian Worship and Fine Arts Center, 7pm. See page 10-11.

SATURDAY 2/2/2019 Ned Mueller The Art of Seeing – Making a Painting Work, 2-day Workshop (begins) with Ned Mueller, Gallery Pegasus (301 W Holly St., Bellingham), 9:30am-4:30pm both days,$175, 360-599-7731, www.gallerypegasus.com.

Makerspace Monthly Volunteer Orientation,

Bellingham Makerspace, 11am-noon, free, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or www.BellinghamMakerspace.org. Judy Bishop Demo, Whatcom Art Market, noon-3pm. See page 19-20. “Hello, Dolly!,” Lynden Christian Worship and Fine Arts Center, 2pm & 7pm. See page 10-11.

360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com/event/crhanniversary-012919. See page 24. “Wildfire and Resilience,” Bellingham Public Library, 6:30-8pm, free, 360-778-7230, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. See page 26. BCC Rehearsal, St. James Presbyterian Church, 7-9pm. See page 6. “Hello, Dolly!,” Lynden Christian Worship and Fine Arts Center, 7pm. See page 10-11. Meditation Tuesday, Red Cedar Dharma Hall, 7-7:45pm, by donation, www.bellinghaminsight.org.

WEDNESDAY 1/30/2019 Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm. See page 19.

T’ai Chi Class, Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:15am-12:15pm. See page 22.

Lunchtime Music: Eric Hirst & the All-Stars,

Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, no cover, 360-354-3600 or info@jansenartcenter.org. Stop the Bleed, Skagit Regional Health, 3-4pm, free / must preregister, 360-814-2424, www.skagitregionalhealth.org/news-andevents/events-calendar. See page 22. Swingnuts, Rockfish Grill (Anacortes), 6-9pm, no cover, 360-588-1720, swingnutsjazz@gmail.com. Tango Beginning Class and Practica, The Majestic Ballroom, 6:30-9:30pm, $5-$15, davidjfbeaumier03@gmail.com or www.tangolife.biz Mike Allen Quartet, Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7-9:30pm, $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members and students free, 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org. See page 7.

Boys and Girls Club of Skagit County’s Youth of the Year Dinner, Eaglemont Golf Course, free / must RSVP. See page 7.

THURSDAY 1/31/2019 Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30-11:45am, $10 first class. See page 22.

Live at the Piano Lounge: Paul Klein (blues, R&B, jazz), Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, no

cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/paul-klein-2. English Country Dancing, Bellingham Senior Activities Center, 1:30-3pm. See page 28. Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Illuminati Brewing Company, 5:30-8pm. Balkan Folk Dancing, Fairhaven Branch Library, 7-9pm. See page 28. “Hello, Dolly!,” Lynden Christian Worship and Fine Arts Center, 7pm. See page 10-11.

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Paintings by Hyunju Padilla – The

UFO Members Show Off – Pat Burman Succulents, new oil paintings at WECU Fairhaven Branch. • Trish Harding, several different series of her work at Blessing Salon & Spa, including My View of the Valley (Skagit), Living Next to a Volcano, and Streets of Seattle. • Lori Vogel with exciting, colorful recent oil portraits at Colophon Cafe. More info: 360-319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net.

2019 Whatcom READS! Art Challenge – Callout to Artists! Whatcom

READS and Allied Arts of Whatcom County present the 2019 Whatcom READS Art Challenge. We challenge artists to create works inspired by the novel The Big Burn by Timothy Egan. It’s easy to participate! Read the book, available at your local library or purchase at Village Books; create an art piece and explain how the book inspired your art; then submit your work to be exhibited at Allied Arts in March 2019. Art Drop off days are Mon. & Tues., Feb. 25 & 26 from 10am-5pm, with an opening reception on March 1 from 6-9pm at Allied Arts Gallery. Contact: Katy Tolles, Allied Arts, 360-676-8548, x2 or katy@alliedarts.org. Free admission. More info: www.alliedarts.org.

“Sunset Mystery” by Mila Faulkner.

Mila Faulkner at Silvery Moon – Mila

Faulkner presents her oil and acrylic paintings at Silvery Moon (1010 Harris Ave.) and Lovitt Restaurant (1114 Harris Ave). Her art is inspired by nature’s beauty: dancing clouds and evening late light, or sunsets full of atmosphere and mystery. Her paintings blend traditional values with contemporary developments. While Mila enjoys painting the world around her, it is the special character and beauty of water and sky that have become her favorite themes. Free admission. More info: 360-201-1824, milafaulk@comcast.net or www.milafaulknerart.com.

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Jansen Art Center (321 Front St., Lynden) is pleased to welcome artist Hyunju Padilla to The Inn at Lynden. The exhibit will be on display through January 2019. Padilla was born in Seoul Korea and studied fashion illustration in Germany. She graduated from WWU while living in Lynden, and continues to paint. Her paintings have been exhibited in Jansen Art Center as part of the Juried Exhibit Program, and this is her first solo exhibit with the J. The exhibits at The Inn at Lynden are developed through the Jansen Art Center’s exhibit programs, curated by Karen Bacon. Artwork from the exhibits can be purchased through the Gallery Shop at the Jansen Art Center. Free admission. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/hyunju-padilla.

Winter Exhibits at Jansen Art Center –

Exhibits include our Winter Juried Exhibit; The Sound of Moonlight, paintings by Todd Horton; Romantic Rural, paintings by Elizabeth Wonnacott; and the Whatcom Art Guild Explores Signs and Symbols. Free admission. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Twelve Local Woodworker Turners –

Artwood has the work of 12 local wood turners on display for the month of January. Each person makes many different items from earrings, rings, bowls and boxes, to rolling pins, vases, ornaments, spinning tops and many other items. Open 7 days and until 8pm for the Fairhaven Art Walk on Jan. 25. Located at 1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham. More info: 360-6471628 or artwood@qwestoffice.net.

Colleen Ozora at Chipper Bird for New Year – Paintings by Colleen Ozora

are included in the Chipper Bird January show (1319 Cornwall Ave.). Her miniatures and small works include Pacific Northwest landscapes, animals, and nature. Free admission. Also consider adding joy and inspiration to your New Year with an introductory class in watercolor or acrylic with Colleen, beginning the second week of January at the Chipper Bird. For more information on classes, tuition and supplies, please check at the store or email Colleen at colleenozora.artist@gmail.com. More info: 360-788-4273.

Gleanings – Selected photographs by

Kevin G. Jones will be displayed in January at Mindport. Admission is $3. More info: 360-647-5614, publicity@mindport.org or www.mindport.org.

The Elephant in the Room: The Allure of Ivory and Its Tragic Legacy – The Whatcom Museum Old City Hall (121 Prospect St., Bellingham) will explore the story of ivory from pre-history to modern times, featuring a selection of ivory from the collection, research in elephant communications, the devastating effects of ivory hunting, and how organizations are

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trying to save these incredible animals. On display through March. Cost included with admission. More info: 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Call for Artists – The Friends of the

Anacortes Library’s Art Committee is calling for artists for the next art exhibit in the community room of the Anacortes Public Library. With hundreds of visitors to the room on a monthly basis for a variety of special interests, the art is likely to be seen by many more people than when it is exhibited in other locations. Artists residing in the 98221 zip code are eligible to submit digital photos of their two dimensional art for consideration. Send an email to folartcommittee@gmail.com requesting information on how to apply. The exhibition will be on display March-May. Submission deadline is Feb. 8. Info: 360-421-4620.

Open Studio Painting Wednesdays at Studio UFO – This is a great way to

increase your painting skills. All skill levels benefit as the instruction is easel-to-easel using your media and personal project. Join UFO members for professional instruction and spirited presentations and lively critiques. Paint and share in a community of high artistic energy and understanding. Beginners, intermediate, and professional; personal style and voice recognized and highly encouraged! Trish Harding also facilitates local venues available for one person and group shows for Open Studio Painters who build a body of work. Show opportunities at Studio UFO (301 W. Holly St., Bellingham) during art walks are also available. Sessions are Wed., Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 from 10am-3pm. Cost is $290 (all 5) or $66 each session. More info: 360-319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net.

poet is Leslie Wharton; also includes Rainbow Medicine-Walker, Dayna Patterson, Carla Shafer, Nancy Canyon, Jessica Lee, Kami Westhoff, Lois Holub, and Maria Mcleod. • Cascadia International Women’s Film Festival and Fundraiser on Thurs., Jan. 17 at 8pm. Gallery reception following the Film Festival happening at the Limelight Theater. • Women’s March Tea Party in honor of the National Women’s March on Sat., Jan. 19 at 2pm. Please join us for tea and some thoughtful entertainment including short presentations by each of the artists. Please wear your pussy hat. More info on events: 360-676-8548, info@alliedarts.org or www.alliedarts.org.

Rood, Fiber Art & Jewelry. Sheila will demonstrate bead weaving jewelry on Sat. & Sun., Jan. 19 & 20, 11am-3pm. • Wed., Jan. 23-Sun., Jan. 27. Barb Chandler, watercolorist, creator of unique jeweled pieces. Barb will demonstrate Pin Pzazz! where she appliques, embroiders and beads on silk, velvet & felt for lapel pins, or to wear on a sweater or vest. • Wed., Jan. 30-Sun., Feb. 3. Judy Bishop, Jewelry and Photography. She has brought unique

January at the Whatcom Art Market –

January, the start of the Art Market’s 9th year bringing fresh and exciting local art to you. Our Featured Artist Program continues: • Wed., Jan. 2-Sun., Jan. 6. Penny Welch, producer of soothing lotions, moisturizing lip balms and salves for winter parched skin, creator of hand-crafted greeting cards. Penny is on-site, creating greeting cards and offering testers of her moisturizing creams, bath and body lotions on Sat. & Sun., Jan. 4 & 5 from 2-4pm. • Wed., Jan. 9-Sun., Jan. 13. Pat Fisher, Huckleberry Threads, yarn wizard, weaver diva. Pat will be demonstrating and talking about weaving, knitting and all things yarn on Fri.-Sun., Jan. 11-13, 11am-3pm. • Wed., Jan. 16-Sun., Jan. 20. Sheila

January at Allied Arts – Allied Arts of

Whatcom County’s 2019 Gallery Series will feature Erin Libby, Francie Allen, LaVera Langeman, Mary Davis and Patti Fairbanks in an all-women’s show. This show will be held from Jan. 4-26, with the opening reception occurring on Fri., Jan. 4 from 6-9pm (1418 Cornwall Ave.). The artists included in the gallery have displayed a collection of works representing women, women’s issues, and portraits of women and women’s empowerment. • Other events happening at the Allied Arts Gallery during this exhibit: Feminist Poetry Reading on Sun., Jan. Painting by Erin Libby. 6 at 4pm. Featured Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

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Chinese art into her jewelry and will be on site, celebrating Chinese New Year (the Year of the Pig) talking about her art and travels on Sat., Feb. 2, noon-3pm. • Fairhaven’s Fourth Friday Art Walk is Fri., Jan. 25, 5-8pm. The Art Market will be open and Barb Chandler will be our on-site featured artist. • Free admission. More info: 360-738-8564 or www. whatcomartmarket.org.

time. Scott Milo Gallery is located at 420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Free admission. More info: 360-293-6938, gallery@scottmilo.com or www.scottmilo.com.

Finnbogi Petursson: Infra-Supra 2019 – Finnbogi Petursson is known for

January Art Show at Scott Milo Gallery – Start your new year with the

purchase of regional art. We are featuring acrylics by Jennifer Bowman, still life photographs by Randy Dana, photos on canvas by Lewis Jones, oil pastels by Brett Varney, and photo encaustics by Kathy Hastings. Reception with the artists is Fri., Jan. 4 from 6-9pm. Jennifer Bowman will be doing a painting demonstration at that

The Bloom of Spring by Jessa-Lafeen.

Whatcomics Art Reception & Exhibit – Celebrate this year’s talented artists and view their original artwork, framed and on display, at this special artists’ reception. Whatcomics is an annual publication of the Whatcom County Library System that features artwork from teens around the county. Enjoy light refreshments, meet the artists, and be one of the first to see the 2018 Whatcomics hot off the press on Sat., Jan. 5 from 2-3:30pm at the Lynden Library (216 4th St.). Accepted artists can pick up their complimentary copy of Whatcomics at the reception. The exhibit will be on display through Thurs., Jan. 31. Free admission. More info: 360-354-4883 or www.wcls.org/events.

Student Art Show at Cooper Lanza Gallery – Cooper Lanza Gallery and

School of Fine Art is proud to present a group show of Student art works! Come meet the artists at the opening reception on Fri., Jan. 11 from 5:30-7:30pm at 1415 13th St in Fairhaven. Cooper Lanza teaches fine art to adults and teens in the community. This show presents pieces by Cooper’s students, and is a celebration of their hard work and accomplishment. More information is available at cooperlanzagallery@gmail.com , www.cooperlanzagallery.com or by calling 360-223-5352. Free admission.

Two Day Figure Drawing or Painting Session – A professional model will be holding one pose for a 5 hour, 2-day session workshop at Studio UFO (301 W. Holly St., Bellingham). Draw or paint in your chosen media. Trish will be available for easel-to-easel instruction, or just work on your own. Tues., Jan. 15 & 22 from 10am-1pm. Cost is $120 + $5 model tip. More info: trish.harding@studio-ufo.net , 360-319-6115 or www.studio-ufo.net.

“Before I Die” Wall – Share your life

aspirations both big and small in this interactive community display at the Deming Library (5044 Mt. Baker Hwy.). The first “Before I Die Wall” was created by artist Candy Chang in New Orleans, 2011, providing a means for people to

express their greatest hopes and dreams while contemplating mortality. Since that first exhibit, communities all over the world have created their own walls. Visit the Deming Library to contribute your voice to this international conversation. Chalk supplied. On display Jan. 16-Feb. 23. Free admission. More info: 360-592-2422 or www.wcls.org/events.

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intricate and subtle sound sculptures that one writer has described as “part physics and part poetics.” In his sound-modulated water installation Infra-Supra, Petursson uses sound waves to create patterns of intersecting ripples on the surface of a large pool of water. With the aid of strategically placed lighting, the pulsing waves are projected onto a wall in the form of animated dance of shadows. Petursson refers to his poetic visualizations of sound as “drawings,” emphasizing the otherwise undetectable patterns of lines that his installations render observable. Exhibit at WWU Gallery from Jan. 16-March 16. Free. More info: 360-6503963, hafthor.yngvason@wwu.edu or https://westerngallery.wwu.edu/exhibitions.

Artist’s Choice: Photography Edition –

Oh Snap! The subject matter in FCF’s kickoff presentation for 2019 spans the globe and imagination for the images chosen by some of the Pacific Northwest’s finest photographers. Join us on the evening of Fri., Jan. 18 from 6-9pm for an opening reception to meet these talented artists. The framing for this exhibit was designed by FCF. This show runs through Feb 23. Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery is located at 311 W. Holly St., Bellingham. Free admission. More info: 360-734-1340, framr4U@aol.com or www.fourthcornerframes.com.

Exhibit Openings at Museum of Northwest Art – Come join us for the

opening of the Luminaries and Spell of the West exhibitions. Luminary artists include Denzil Hurley, George Rodreguez, Sutton Beres Culler, and Saya Moriyasu. Spell of the West is curated by Lauren CarrollBolger and explores how the west was romanticized in art and features performance art. The opening will include presentations by the artists and curator, and the new community gallery, Outside In, will have its grand opening. On Sat., Jan. 19 from 1-3pm at Musuem of Northwest Art (121 1st St., La Conner). Free admission. More info: 360-446-4446, info@museumofnwart.org or www.monamuseum.org/event/luminariesspell-west-exhibition-opening#.

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Fourth Sundays: Audubon at the Museum – Drop in at Old City Hall

(121 Prospect St.) on Sun., Jan. 27 from 1:30-3:30pm and join experts from the North Cascades Audubon Society in the John M. Edson Hall of Birds to learn about migration, conservation, birds in peril, and the importance of studying bird specimens today. The exhibit provides a variety of interactives, including video and audio files, and hands-on activities for children. All ages welcome. Admission is $5-$10. More info: 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/event/ fourth-sundays-audubon-at-themuseum-13/2019-01-27.

Bellingham’s Got Talent! Do You? Bring It! – Bring your talent and compete for cash

prizes on Sun., Feb. 17 from 1-4 pm at the beautiful Mount Baker Theatre. Amateur talent divisions to be judged include: Stand Up Comedy, General Talent, and Musical Groups and Soloists. Tickets go on sale Oct. 15 through Mt. Baker Theatre’s online box office. Don’t miss out! This is a family friendly, community benefit to support the Lighthouse Mission’s Street Connect program. Street Connect serves approximately 200 people each week. They are out 5 days a week, and encounter anywhere from 15-60 people per day. Check out the Facebook page (Bellingham’s Got Talent – Benefit) for updates, talent submissions, volunteer opportunities, contact information and more. Questions? Email bellinghams.got.talent@gmail.com.

Free Kids “Make-N-Take” Model Building – The Performance Modeling

Club of NW Washington is sponsoring a free “Make-N-Take” model-building project for students ages 8-12 on Sat., March 30 from 11am-1pm at the Mount Vernon Community Center (1401 Cleveland). Sign up now as space will be limited. Two 30 min. classes will be held and supervised by club members; class times TBA. Each student will receive a Revell Snap Tite Model of a their choice: Star Wars, WWll fighter plane, misc. cars or trucks; supplies are limited—first come, first served. All youth must have an adult accompany them. The project will take place during the club’s annual spring model building contest and exhibition. More info: 360-739-1888 or rustyrelics17@gmail.com.

Skagit Symphony Family Concert by Osa Hale The Skagit Symphony brings music to all corners of the valley. Their stated mission is to inspire and transform their community through the power of music, and for nearly 60 years, the musicians, directors, and other volunteers that make up the team have been doing just that. The concert is truly a work of love, as the entire orchestra is made up of volunteers and the majority of the organization is as well. This program in particular is a way for the Skagit Symphony to preserve a heritage of music, and pass on an appreciation for this music to generations to come. On Sunday, January 19, McIntyre Hall will open its doors to people of all ages, with a focus on a young audience. Kids, students, and community members have a chance to “Meet the Musicians” in a curated activity that allows curious minds to talk to the talented Skagit Symphony musicians and see their beautiful instruments. Then, the crowd takes their seats and the melodic adventure begins. The theme of the concert is “Sound Effects.” It is a collection of pieces that are energetic, light-hearted, and downright jolly. Audience members will recognize Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson and appreciate the recall of the recent holiday season, while the Karelia Suite by Jean Sibelius will feel like a familiar friend that you just can’t remember when you met. Orchestral pieces tell stories that, when brought to life by an adept Symphony, can paint a picture and fill you with emotion. In this concert, the lively notes of Eric Coates’ Covent Garden will conjure up the bustling London district it is named after. Danza Ritual del Fuego from Manuel de Falla’s fantastical ballet will inspire thoughts of frenzied, magical leaping and dancing. The whole mood of the concert is captured in Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8 in F major. Cheerfully loud, this symphony will have the whole theater grinning. It’s impossible not to get swept up in the accented notes and good-humored movements. The Family Concert will begin at 1:30pm with the “Meet the Musicians” activity. The concert performance will follow directly. In the interest of keeping the event accessible, tickets are just $1 for children and students, with adults paying $10 each. Photos by John Yaeger.

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Nooksack Valley Heritage Display Cabinet: The Martin Family Suitcase – A battered old suitcase. The end of a family line. When Tom Martin was struck by a car in 1965, he left behind a suitcase full of family photos and documents. See glimpses of the Martin family’s story stretching from the Civil War to the outskirts of Everson, on display through Feb. 28 at the Everson Library (104 Kirsch Dr.). Free admission. More info: 360-966-5100, www.wcls.org.

“The Thunder Creek Mines: The Skagit Queen” – Come hear Jesse

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outcomes could mean for patients in the short and long term. Advance care planning, advance directives, and the importance of palliative care are discussed. Rebecca Rech Cutler, BSN, RN, CRRN, is the presenter. These interactive sessions include Q&A. Takes place Tues., Jan. 15 from 6-7:30pm at Unity Spiritual Center (1095 Telegraph Road, Bellingham). Free admission. More info: 360-201-7840, micki98226@aol.com or peacehealth.org.

Kennedy discuss the historic Skagit Queen mine and its impact on the early development of the area. Presented by the Burlington Historic Preservation Advisory Board on Sat., Jan. 5 from 2:30-4pm at the Burlington Public Library (820 E. Washington Ave.). Free. More info: 360-755-0760 or kathleenh@burlingtonwa.gov.

for their monthly meeting featuring the Good Time Girls, who will talk about their summer “Sin & Gin” tours of downtown Bellingham and Fairhaven. Sin & Gin tours take participants on a journey into the lives of some of the lesser-known communities and characters who shaped the town we know today, including sex workers, teetotalers, rough ‘n tumble laborers,

Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence: Skagit Stories – From Founders to

donors, there were many individuals and families of Skagit Valley who contributed to building the foundations of the current Historical Society and Museum (501 S. 4th St., La Conner). Discover the stories of those who began, and continue, to preserve and present Skagit History for all people for all time! Admission is $5 adults / $4 seniors and kids 6-12 / $10 family / members free. More info: 360-466-3365, jwolfe@co.skagit.wa.us or www.skagitcounty.net/museum.

gentle yoga classes at The Metta Center (1602 Carolina St. #D12, Bellingham). Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30-11:45am. Joani Glasser is a Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance (E-RYT-500), specializing in yoga support for the back. This class is ideal for beginners as well as those who prefer a gentle approach. 3-month pass fees: $68 for 5 classes / $110 for 10 classes / $15 drop-in / $10 first time. More info: yogawithjoani@yahoo.com or www.yogawithjoani.com.

Tai Chi Classes with Linda Henderson – Join Linda and learn Tai Chi

Chuan to sustain and maintain your health, balance, and wellbeing throughout life. Beginners welcomed. Classes held on Mondays from 5:15-6:15pm at St. James Presbyterian Church (910 14th St., Bellingham); on Wednesdays from 11:15am-12:15pm at the Firehouse Arts and Event Center (1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham); and for those students with experience in Tai Chi, Tuesdays from 11:30am-12:30pm at the Firehouse Arts and Event Center. Contact Linda for more information and details at 360-389-5754 or LindaTaiChi@comcast.net.

The Realities of Advanced Medical Interventions – This program presents,

in frank terms, the meanings of advanced medical interventions, as well as what their

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Herbal Remedies for the Immune System – Echinacea, elderberry, tulsi,

ashwagandha, oregon grape root—come learn how to receive the benefit of these awesome medicinal plants, whether to prevent a cold, avoid antibiotics, or beat the flu. Come away with a personalized herbal plan for your immune system, using teas, tinctures, and essential oils. Includes handouts, recipes, samples! On Mon., Jan. 21 from 6-8pm at Living Earth Herbs (1411 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). Cost is $20. More info: 360-734-3207 or herbs@livingearthherbs.com.

Stop the Bleed – During this free,

hands-on training you will learn various ways to control life-threatening bleeding after an individual has sustained an injury from an everyday emergency, man-made or from a natural disaster. You will be given a list of items to create your own Stop the Bleed emergency kit. The American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma is leading the effort to save lives by teaching the civilian population to provide vital initial response to stop uncontrollable bleeding in emergency situations. Tyler Dalton, Trauma Coordinator at Skagit Valley Hospital will be teaching this one-hour training. Please note this is not a first aid class. There is no cost, but pre-registration is required by calling 360-814-2424. Takes place on Wed., Jan. 30 from 3-4pm at Skagit Valley Hospital. More info: 360-814-2424, www.skagitregionalhealth.org/news-andevents/events-calendar.

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immigrants, rum-runners, and traveling preachers, because their history is our history. Presentation on Thurs., Jan. 10 from noon-1pm at Whatcom Museum Old City Hall (121 Prospect St., Bellingham). Free admission. More info: 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/event/ advocates-sin-gin-snapshots-with-thegood-time-girls.

Historical Society – Margaret Hellyer

will talk about her new book, A Home on the South Fork, An Early History of Acme’s Northwest Washington Community, at the Whatcom County Historical Society’s monthly program on Thurs., Jan. 10 at 7:30pm at Whatcom Museum Old City Hall (121 Prospect St., Bellingham). Her self-published book traces the earliest beginnings of Acme, starting with the first land claims in the 1880s, through the growth years and the Great Depression. It includes documented records, interviews, letters, a wealth of rare photographs, and other memorabilia reflecting the life and times of the early pioneers and those who followed. Admission is $5 suggested donation. More info: 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/event/ historical-society-a-home-on-the-southfork-an-early-history-of-acme.

Dave Obee presents “Germans from Russia Genealogy” – Internationallyrenowned Canadian genealogist, author, journalist, lecturer and expert on Eastern European research discusses “Germans from Russia: A Case Study” at the Skagit Valley Genealogical Society, Sat., Jan. 12, 1-3pm at the Burlington Public Library (820 E. Washington Ave.). Tracing your German family back to Russia and to places in Germany or Poland can be challenging. It is important to understand your ancestors’ lives and the context behind their story. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and learn from Dave! Free. For more info: 360-755-0760, burlingtonwa.gov/library, skagitvalleygenealogy.org or genealogy0715@gmail.com.

Pickett House Museum Tour – Tour

the historic home of Captain Pickett, built

in 1856, from 1-4pm on Sun., Jan. 13 at 910 Bancroft St., Bellingham. The shelves in the kitchen have many utensils that were used before electricity, such as the cherry pitter. You will recognize many kitchen utensils such as the variety of food choppers, graters, and flour sifters. A Universal-brand food grinder is attached to the cutting board of the built in kitchen queen, with its large scooped out drawer for flour. Next to the kitchen queen is the built-in cooler that would have had screens to the outside to keep food cold. Free admission; donations accepted to help with the fundraising drive to take care of dry rot on the windows on the front porch. More info: 360-733-5873 or daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com.

NookChat: Community Storytelling – Harkness Homestead: Ahead of her time, Mary Harkness single-handedly homesteaded her Nooksack residence during the 1800s, which was later inhabited by Linda Bylsma and family. Linda will share pictures and stories from her son’s research as we “Explore the Past; Enrich the Present” at this informal, interactive gathering sponsored by the Nooksack Valley Heritage Center committee on Sun., Jan. 13 from 3-4:30pm at the Everson Library (104 Kirsch Dr.). Free admission. More info: 360-966-5100 or www.wcls.org/events.

Hattie Strother Chapter 1514 Meeting – We meet 12:30-3pm on

Thurs., Jan. 17. We can car carpool from the Pickett House Museum (910 Bancroft, Bellingham) to the home of our member in Blaine. In January, the topic will be Decorative Pins. Please wear your favorite pins, or bring several to share the memories of your own pins during our share-n-tell part of our meeting. Free admission. Please RSVP if you want to car pool. Call Joy 360-293-1082, or joyandgary@comcast.net.

Washington exhibit was created through the Office of the Secretary of State to honor the tens of thousands of Washingtonians who served in the war. In addition to the Legacy stories, the exhibit will highlight a variety of WWII artifacts, documents, and historic photographs from the Whatcom Museum’s collection. Showing at the Whatcom Museum Old City Hall (121 Prospect St., Bellingham) through April 14 (Wed.-Sun., noon-5pm). Admission is $10 general / members free. More info: 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/exhibition/ washington-remembers.

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Washington Remembers WWII: Their Sacrifice. Our Freedom –

Whatcom Museum’s Old City Hall is full of emotion-packed stories documenting the personal experiences of men and women who fought for freedom on the battlefield and on the home-front. The Legacy

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Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest – The 14th Annual Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest will accept single-poem submissions from Whatcom County

residents through March 2019. Winners are invited to read their poems at a free awards ceremony, May 16 at Bellingham Cruise Terminal. The public is welcome at the event. There is no cost to enter the contest. Twenty-five winners are chosen. Ten Walk Award-winners are displayed in front of Bellingham Public Library, and are displayed on WTA buses along with 15 Merit Award winners. Submit entries by mail to Boynton Poetry Contest, PO Box 1192, Bellingham, WA 98227 by email to BoyntonPoetryContest@hotmail.com (word document preferred; please title document with the title of the poem). Or, deliver to Mindport Exhibits (210 W. Holly St., Bellingham or Film is Truth (inside Allied Arts Building, 1419 Cornwall Ave., Suite B, Bellingham) during regular business hours. Full contest guidelines at http://boyntonpoetrycontest.wordpress.com. Free. More info: 360-393-8222.

Teen Poetry Submissions – Want to be

a published author? Whatcom County teens in grades 6-12 are invited to enter their original poetry for inclusion in A Forest of Words, a teen poetry anthology, which will be distributed to area schools and libraries. Poets receive a copy of the book if their work is accepted for publication. All published poets will be invited to read their poems at a poetry reading and reception event in the spring. A panel of library staff and area teens select poems based on originality, creativity, and craft. Entry forms are available and submissions are accepted at every WCLS library or online (see below). Submissions accepted from Tues., Jan. 1-Fri., March 15. Free. More info: 360-305-3600 or www.wcls.org/a-forest-of-words.

Whatcom Writers and Publishers Monthly Meeting – Whatcom Writers

and Publishers invites all writers to its monthly meeting on Wed., Jan. 9, from 6-8:30pm at Nicki’s Bella Marina (2615 S. Harbor Loop Dr., Bellingham). Join us with speaker Norman Green for a talk about “Formatting: Making a Book a Book.” Norman is the owner of Threshold Documents and has been creating quality books for writers and poets in our area for years. Please RSVP on our website to guarantee a seat. The official start time is 6pm; come at 5:30pm to get happy hour prices. Free admission. More info: 360319-8366, caithiseach@gmail.com or www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org.

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Sumas Writers Group – Are you an

aspiring writer? Come join us to improve your writing techniques, get feedback on your writing, and gain information about how to get your work published. All writing styles welcome (novel, short story, comics, etc.). This group meets on 2nd and 4th Saturdays from 10-11am at the Sumas Library (461 2nd St.). Can’t make it every time? No problem; come when you are able! For adults and teens grades 9-12. Free admission. More info: 360-988-2501 or www.wcls.org/events.

Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Read-In! –

Village Books will once again host its annual Read-In to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Mon., Jan. 21 from 10am-1pm at Village Books in Bellingham. The Read-In has been a tradition for more than a decade. Local children are invited to gather at Village Books to hear stories in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. about the civil rights movement, tolerance, and diversity. There will be student volunteers from WWU on hand for the duration to read with the kids and lead them in a craft. Free admission. More info: 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com/event/ storytime-martin-luther-king-jr-012119.

Chuckanut Radio Hour 12th Anniversary Show! – This month,

the Chuckanut Radio Hour will celebrate its 12th Anniversary with two stand-out author events of 2018. Local authors John Hoyte and Luci Shaw both graced our Readings Gallery to great acclaim, and we are pleased to welcome them to the Heiner as our guest authors! Featuring live music. This is always a popular show, so get your tickets now! Each paid ticket includes a $5 voucher good toward the purchase of featured titles at the The Chuckanut Radio Hour on Tues., Jan. 29 only, 6:30-8:30pm. Admission is $5. More info: 360-6712626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com/event/crhanniversary-012919.

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Whatcom READS: The Big Burn by Timothy Egan by Courtney Kendall With the arrival of a new year, everyone in Whatcom County is busy turning over a new leaf. Book leaves are no exception, and the book on everyone’s list this year is Whatcom READS 2019 selection: The Big Burn: Teddy Roosevelt & the Fire that Saved America by award-winning author and journalist Timothy Egan.

Whatcom READS books and community events are organized by all Bellingham and Whatcom County public and academic libraries, as well as Village Books and Paper Dreams. These partners come together to select a yearly book and, as Christine Perkins, Executive Director for the Whatcom County Library System, explains, “they have a knack for picking timely, topical, and thoughtprovoking books and providing a host of complimentary events” that allow readers to “fully explore the themes in books.” Set in 1910, The Big Burn tells the true story of the largest wildfire in U.S. history, burning down 3 million acres in Washington, Idaho, and Montana. Five towns were decimated in 36 hours as 80 mph winds stoked the flames. Beyond the wildfire itself are tangles of side stories, adding depth and historical perspective on the wildfire and its aftermath. Paul Hanson, one of three Village Books owners, was drawn in the most by the depiction of the relationship between Teddy Roosevelt and Gifford Pinchot, and the development of the U.S. Forest Service. “Then there’s the tension between big business and conservationism, which is also a topic of great relevance today,” Paul adds.

“There’s so much we can talk about,” Kelly Evert, another Village Books owner, says of The Big Burn. “It’s so timerelevant and we’re talking about many of these issues right now with the increase of fires and impact on communities.” A highlight of the Whatcom READS program is the author visit in March. This year Timothy Egan will speak at two venues, giving a presentation and leaving time for questions from the audience: Thursday, March 7 Mount Baker Theatre | 7pm Friday, March 8 Mount Baker High School | 8:30am In addition to Egan’s presentations, Whatcom READS has put together events that touch on many of the book’s themes. All events are free, and detailed descriptions can be found at whatcomreads.org , as well as Whatcom READS Facebook and Instagram pages. The Big Burn is available in book, eBook, and audio formats at all Bellingham and Whatcom County libraries and Village Books, which donates 10% of The Big Burn sales to Whatcom READS. Grab a copy, come to some events, and join the conversation!

Timothy Egan.

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MLK Jr. Conference: A Revolution of Values in the Spirit of Justice by Courtney Kendall Every year on the Saturday before Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the Whatcom Human Rights Task Force (WHRTF) puts on an annual conference aimed to provide a space for the community to gather, celebrate, and work together to reaffirm the ideals Dr. King lived for. Now in its twenty-first year, the conference offers the community a chance to, as WHRTF puts it, “share our stories, lift our voices to call out injustice, and take actions that will help make Dr. King’s ideals reality.” The theme of this year’s conference, “Remaining Awake Together: Nurturing a Revolution of Values,” is based on a speech of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in response to the

Vietnam War. While the speech, “Beyond Viet Nam, A Time to Break Silence,” is specific in nature, his call to action to embrace community appealed to the WHRTF conference planners. “The emphasis on a revolution of values resonated with people,” says Geneva Blake, board member and treasurer of the WHRTF. “It’s about a turning away from materialism and striving and the emphasis of having more and more.” Instead, it’s a focus on valuing people and justice.

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. leads the Historic Freedom March to Montgomery in 1965.

The 2019 conference will be on Saturday, January 19 at Whatcom Community College’s Syre Student Center from 9am-4pm and is free and open to the public. The conference features a morning keynote presentation, along with morning and afternoon workshops that will allow participants to engage in social justice conversations. This year’s keynote takes on a slightly different format. Entitled “A People’s Keynote: Let’s Get to the Root of Racial Injustice,” the keynote does not feature one person speaking. It will be

participatory and “encourages everyone to get involved,” Geneva explains. “It will be responsive to whatever is important at the moment” and allows “individuals to engage at whatever level they feel comfortable with.” It’s an opportunity to become involved. Along with the keynote and workshops, there will be a lunch break with food vendors onsite and community resource tables available throughout the day. Continuing education units are available for teachers, social workers, mental health counselors, and marriage and family therapists. Participants are encouraged to come for the entire day, but drop-ins are also welcome. For more information about the event, visit whrtf.org or call 360-389-3898.

“The Attack on Title IX” – The

Whatcom READS Presents: “Wildfire and Resilience” – Whatcom READS

American Association of University Women (AAUW) presents a panel discussion on Title IX for its January meeting on Sat., Jan. 12 from 10am-noon at the YWCA (1026 N. Forest St., Bellingham). The Dept. of Education under Secretary Betsy DeVos has rescinded two Title IX documents which consist of strong and necessary protection for students, especially for student survivors of sexual assault. The speakers will discuss ways to keep students safe and to protect and strengthen Title IX. AAUW supports equity for women and girls through education, research, advocacy, and philanthropy. Free admission. More info: 360-392-8856 or hbergkolin@gmail.com.

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presents Leslie Wharton, a local Bellingham author and poet, who shares her personal experience of wildfire and recovery on Tues., Jan. 29 from 6:30-8pm at the Bellingham Public Library (210 Central Ave). What happens after the TV reporters interview fire survivors in the few days after a fire? What does it take to rebuild a life? Feel safe? Find home again? Join Leslie, co-author of Phoenix Rising: Stories of Remarkable Women Walking Through Fire, as she celebrates her journey from fire to the calming waters of the Salish Sea. For more information, please visit www.whatcomreads.org or contact Katie at 360-778-7230. Free admission. More info: www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

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Volunteer Orientation at Makerspace – Are you a creative person

looking to share your passion? Interested in joining the Makerspace volunteer team? Join us for our Volunteer Orientation on the first Saturday of the month from 11am-12:30pm, where you’ll learn all about the Makerspace (1000 F St.) and how YOUR skills can help the Bellingham creative community! Fill out the application form on our website and bring a laptop/ tablet with you; we’ll provide the snacks! Free admission. More info: manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or https://bellinghamfoundry.com/posts/ volunteer-orientation.

Treaty Day Film Festival – Two days of

films showcasing the resilience of indigenous peoples in honor of the Point Elliot Treaty of 1855 between the Lummi Nation and the U.S. government. Two features, a series of short films, and panel discussion with filmmakers. On Sat., Jan. 19 from 2:45-5:45pm and Sun., Jan. 20 from noon-3pm at Pickford Film Center (1318 Bay St., Bellingham). Admission is $10.75. More info: 360-738-0735, esmith@settingsunproductions.org or www.facebook.com/events/343323983126803.

Era of the Megafires – Era of the

Megafires is a 60-minute multi-media presentation that combines the research of Dr. Paul Hessburg (Pacific Northwest Research Station, U.S. Forest Service) with the visual storytelling of award-winning film company, North 40 Productions. Designed to engage a wide-audience, the presented material comes in the form of fast-moving, short, topic-based talks interspersed with compelling video vignettes and animations, and features the work of wildfire photographer John Marshall. Era of the Megafires will inform, engage and inspire audiences, as well as provide an effective educational tool for organizations who are working tirelessly to improve the wildfire situation. This is a 2019 Whatcom READS event. Shows on Sat., Jan. 26, 1-2:30pm at Blaine Library (610 3rd St.). Free admission. More info: 360-305-3637 or www.wcls.org/events.

Bakerview Gem Show – Come to the Bakerview Gem Show Sat., Jan. 12 and 26 from 10am-5pm at Bakerview Square Business Suites, 410 W. Bakerview Rd., Unit 110 in Bellingham. Confirm dates on Facebook. We have big and small rocks and crystals. Choose from hundreds of different crystals from around the world. You won’t believe the quality and the high vibration. RSVP on Facebook for a 10% discount! Bellingham Evening Toastmasters’ Open House – See what Toastmasters is

all about at Bellingham Evening Toastmasters’ Open House on Tues., Jan. 15 from 6:45-8:30pm at Spring Creek Retirement Center (223 E. Bakerview Rd., Bellingham). Learn how Toastmasters develop and practice public speaking, communication, and leadership skills in a fun supportive environment using positive feedback. Guests 18 years and older are welcome! Free admission. More info: https://4470.toastmastersclubs.org.

Gathering of Crones – Crones, an

archetype for older women, meet monthly for discussion, singing, and poetry. Find support, share your adventure in living, and connect to camaraderie with other sisters. Newcomers welcome. Join us on Thurs., Jan. 17 from 10-11:30am at The Willows (3115 Squalicum Pkwy., 1st Floor West Lounge). Free admission. More info: 360-595-4485.

Volunteer Event: MLK Day Spring Cleaning – Join us MLK Day for our

2019 Spring/Summer Preview – The

Academy for Lifelong Learning invites you to the 2019 Spring/Summer Preview, which showcases ALL’s spring and summer classes and excursions. The event is free and open to the public, with no registration required, on Thurs., Feb. 21 from 1-3pm at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal (355 Harris Ave.). Doors open at 12:30pm, with time for refreshments and socializing. For more information, visit wwu.edu/ALL. More info: 360-650-4970, AcadLL@wwu.edu or wwu.edu/ALL.

Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat! –

Langar is the sacred community free kitchen of the Sikh people and every Sikh Gurdwara (temple) serves delicious vegetarian food, inviting the general public every Sunday to come eat with us from 11am-2pm. We take off our shoes and cover our heads as we enter any Gurdwara. Simple head-coverings are provided, or wear your own. Extremely child friendly. Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara is located at 176 Pole Rd., Lynden. Free admission. More info: 510-375-2603, Roselotus@aol.com or www.facebook.com/tsikh76.

Winter Cleanup Day! We’ll be freshening up the space and clearing out everything from winter blues to old projects, and (literally) putting up a fresh coat of paint. You provide: time and energy. We provide: materials, paint, smocks, and tasks. On Mon., Jan. 21 from 9am-5pm at Bellingham Makerspace (1000 F St., Technology Development Center). Free. Info: www.BellinghamMakerspace.org or manager@bellinghammakerspace.org.

21st Annual MLK Jr. Day Event – In

honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the Community Food Co-op will host its 21st annual MLK Jr. Day event on Mon., Jan. 21 from 7-9pm at Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship (1207 Ellsworth St., Bellingham). We will celebrate Dr. King’s notion of a “Beloved Community,” with ceremony, song, presentations, and community sharing. Free admission. More info: 360-734-8158.

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Birchwood Garden Club: Invasive and Noxious Weed Control with Laurel Baldwin – A New Year’s

resolution to evict the “baddies!” Invasive and noxious weed control with Laurel Baldwin. In addition, Whidbey Garden Club will do a short presentation regarding their 2019 Whidbey Garden Workshop: Over 45 classes on all things gardening, opportunities to purchase plants and garden art. Please join us! Birchwood Garden Club is open to anyone in Whatcom or Skagit County. Join us at 121

Prospect Street, Bellingham, on Wed., Jan. 2, 7-9pm. Admission is Free. More info: www.birchwoodgardenclub.org.

Greg Aanes Furniture – Join us for a

special showroom opening on Sat., Jan. 19, 10am-2pm, and come in to check out our furniture. Regular showroom hours are Mon.-Fri. from 10am-5pm. Showroom is located at 2109 Queen St. which is one block north of Iowa St. on the corner with Kentucky (you have to jog up and over on Pacific!). For complete info and map, visit www.NWchairs.com or call 360-389-2714.

English Country Dancing – A repertoire of English Country dances are taught and performed at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center (315 Halleck St., Bellingham) Thursday afternoons from 1:30-3pm. Lovely traditional music accompanies these gentle dances geared for people who are 50 and over. Newcomers are welcome, and a partner is not necessary. Attendance at the dances is free, but donations are gratefully received. If you try the dancing and want to continue after the first few times, then membership at the center is required. More info: sounds.trad@gmail.com , 360834-2674 or www.becd2.wordpress.com.

Thursday Evening Balkan Folk Dancing – Every Thursday evening,

Fourth Corner Folk Dancers meet at the Fairhaven Branch Library (1117 12th St., Bellingham), from 7-9pm, to dance and learn the traditional dances from the Balkans and Eastern Europe. All are welcome, and this is suitable for all ages. No partner or experience is necessary. A $5 donation is requested, and first-timers are free. More info: 360-380-0456.

Traditional Jazz – Listen and dance to

the New Orleans/Dixieland music of Bonnie Northgraves & Friends on Sat., Jan. 5 at 2-5pm at Bellingham’s VFW Hall (625

2019 Annual Seed Swap, Skillshare and Barter Faire – Bring your seeds and

homemade goods to swap on Sat., Feb. 9 from 10am-8pm at Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship (1207 Ellis St.). Doors open at 10am for classes on gardening and homesteading. Swap starts at 1:30pm. Chili dinner by donation, with music and dancing until 8pm. Admission is $10 adults / free kids under 12. More info: www.cascadiaskillshare.org.

CONTRA Dance! – Join us for a

N. State St.). Presented by the Bellingham Traditional Jazz Society, enjoy fine acoustics, a large wooden dance floor, snacks and beverages. Admission is $12 general / $6 students / $10 members. Info: www.bellinghamjazz.com.

Contemporary Dance Classes – Join

BRD for weekly intermediate/advanced contemporary classes that are open to all dancers! A structured and accessible warm up will be followed by skill building and phrase work. Classes are taught by current Bellingham Repertory Dance members and occasional guest teachers. Classes are from 12-1:30pm on Sundays and 6-7:30pm on Mondays at the Firehouse Arts and Events Center in Fairhaven. Admission is $15 drop-in, $65 for a 5-class card, $10 with student ID. More info: www.bhamrep.org or bhamrep@gmail.com.

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CONTRA dance at the Fairhaven Library (1117 12th St., Bellingham) on Sat., Jan. 12 from 7-10:30pm. Live music provided by Northern Contraband, with calling by Maureen Collier from Vancouver, BC. A second dance will be held at Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship (1207 Ellsworth St., Bellingham) on Sat., Jan. 26 from 8-10pm as part of the Bellingham Folk Festival. Live music by Incognito, caller Marlin Prowell. Please refrain from wearing fragrances. Bring your re-useable water bottle for hydration. Admission is $10-$15 general / $7 students suggested donation. More info: dance@januscom.com or www.bellinghamcountrydance.org.

Northwest Ballet Theater presents The Snow Queen – The excitement of

music and dancing will fill the air as NBT presents The Snow Queen on Fri., March 15 at Mount Baker Theatre (104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham). With the influence of classical and contemporary choreography and the magical story that inspired the Disney movie Frozen, there will be a plenty of drama and entertainment for all ages to be whisked away to another world. When music and the artists of NBT joins together, you can expect a production of the highest degree. Northwest Ballet Theater will be performing this most loved ballet for the first time in NBT’s 20 year history. Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score with exciting new choreography by Artistic Director John Bishop will take you on delightful journey where a dark sorcerer named Rothbart deceives a young prince into falling in love with a lovely swan. Elegant costuming and scenery with eye-opening lighting and special effects will have audiences asking for more. To purchase tickets, ($10 to $35) call 360-734-6080 or visit www.mountbakertheatre.com.

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