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TABLE OF CONTENTS MAY 2018 FEATURES: Bellingham TheatreWorks’ The Wolves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Breaking Silence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Experience the Pleasure of Poetry in La Conner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Inaugural Bellingham Scottish Gathering Planned for June 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Northwest Ballet Theater Presents Cinderella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Rock Out as You Support the Lynden Music Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Sylvia Center Breathes New Life into Downtown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Take 5! @ the All City High School Jazz Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 UFO Gallery presents Spirit of Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

12th Street Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 American Red Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Anacortes Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . 22 Artwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Baker Creek Ceramic Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival . . 21 Bayshore Music Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 BelleWood Acres and Distilling . . . . . . . . . . 5 Bellingham Chamber Chorale . . . . . . . . . . 28 Bellingham Childcare & Learning Center . . 32 Bellingham Festival of Music . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Bellingham House Concerts . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Bellingham Music Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Bellingham Sail & Power Squadron . . . . . . 31 Bellingham Senior Activity Center: A Night at the Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Bellingham Sports and Spine PT . . . . . . . . . 7 BellinghamART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Bob Storms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . inside back Boundary Bay Brewery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County . . . . . 33 Bruton, Nissen & Schellberg, P.S. . . . . . . . 36 Catalina Sunshine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Chrysalis Inn & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Diamond Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Diane Arvin, M.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Eat Restaurant and Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Gabriel’s Art Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Gallery Pegasus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Giuseppe’s Al Porto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Greg Aanes Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Historic Fairhaven Association . . . . . . . . . . 4 Improv Playworks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Jansen Art Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Kulshan Chorus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Lighthouse Mission: Light the Night . . . . . 32 Linda Henderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Lithtex Northwest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Lummi Island Artists Studio Tour . . . . . . . . 11 Lydia Place: Handbags for Housing . . . . . . . . inside front Lynden Performing Arts Guild . . . . . . . . . . 13 McIntyre Hall PAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 29 Meredith Ann Murray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 META Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . inside back Mirabai Wahbe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Mod Sock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Mount Baker Theatre . . . . . . . . . . inside back Mt. Baker Blues Festival . . . . . . . . inside front NW Digital Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Penn Cove Water Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Ragfinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Renaissance Celebration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Scottish Dance Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Sehome High School Little Theatre . . . . . . 13 Skagit Casino Resort . . . . . . . . . . . back cover Skagit River Poetry Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Skagit Valley College Drama Department . . . . . . . . . . inside front Still Life Massage and Float . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Studio UFO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Village Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Washroom Wizard! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Whatcom Art Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Whatcom Chorale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Whatcom Council on Aging: Travel . . . . . 36 Whatcom Symphony Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 1 WSU Whatcom County Master Gardeners . . 30 Yes Massages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Yoga with Joani . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Yoga With Susan D’Onofrio . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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On the cover: The new Scottish Dance Society brings traditions of Scotland back to Ferndale with the inaugural Bellingham Scottish Gathering on Saturday, June 2 at Hovander Homestead Park. Pictured on the cover is the Dowco Triumph Street Pipe Band from Vancouver, BC who will be in attendance at the festival. See feature story on page 3.

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Inaugural Bellingham Scottish Gathering planned for June 2 by Justin Hawkinson Inaugural Bellingham Scottish Gathering planned for June 2 by Justin Hawkinson Expect bagpipe bands, colorful kilts and high spirits on Saturday, June 2 when the Bellingham Scottish Gathering takes over Hovander Park in Ferndale. Promoted as a festival full of Highland-themed fun, this is a new event designed to bring tourism to Whatcom County and tap into an existing culture of Scottish enthusiasts. Dancers of all ages will compete throughout the day. Other attractions will include a beer garden, Scottish breed animals, themed food, and a full array of musical performances. Whatcom County has a long tradition of Scottish-themed celebrations going back more than fifty years, but this will be an entirely new event hosted by the Scottish Dance Society. The festival’s chief organizer Heather Richendrfer is a world-class dance judge and trainer. She has been involved in numerous Highland games festivals over the past decades. When the Bellingham Highland Games ceased operations in 2016, she stepped in to bring the party back to Hovander Park for 2018 and into the future. “Hovander Park is the perfect venue for a Highland Games with its special farm/Americana feel,” said Richendrfer. She also mentioned that the park has

Rebecca Moore and Autumn Johansen, premier dancers from Ferndale.

plenty of room for parking, camping, and various animal exhibits. A stage is planned for live music and McKay’s Taphouse will be hosting the beer garden. Richendrfer, a Bellingham native, is also the founder of Clan Heather Dancers, and her studios train all levels of expertise in Bellingham, Mount Vernon, and Everett. She offers dance classes and workshops year-round, with new introductory classes beginning periodically. If anyone wishes to learn Scottish dancing or participate in the Bellingham Highland Gathering dance competition, he or she can visit clanheather.com for more information. The dancing will begin primarily with youth and junior level performers. The more advanced groups get their turn in the afternoon, and awards will be announced when competition ends at or around 5pm. Prizes will include medals and trophies in some categories, and some cash prizes as well. Among the categories will be jigs, hornpipes, and some choreography events. The music competition will include individual piping, drumming, and pipe band competitions throughout the day. The British Columbia Pipers’ Association will assist organization and outreach for the musical judging. One popular highlight will be when all the pipers and drummers come together and end the day by playing and marching together. Another fun aspect of the gathering will be the collection of carnival-style booths and merchandise vendors. Certain clans with local connections can be found celebrating their heritage and flying their colors. Artists and craftsmen bring their products to sell and often the themed clothing or souvenirs add to the experience. Numerous food booths will be on hand throughout the day, and they have been asked to include Scottishthemed foods on their menus. Several enthusiasts in the Pacific Northwest have a close connection to the Highland Games culture and often connect at various events throughout the summer. The local

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Paisley Drum Corps.

season starts in Victoria on May 19, and the stop in Ferndale falls in the gap before similar events in Skagit County and places further south. “We are a registered Highland dancing competition in the United States as required by the Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing,” Richendrfer said. “Many dancers and pipers on the path to world-level championships in Scotland prepare for outdoor competitions there by attending the series of Highland Games throughout the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia.” The gates will be open from 9am to 5pm. Tickets cost $15 for adults, $12 for student / senior / active military, and a group of four can get a family pass for $40. Children under five are free. Sponsors and volunteers are still being sought, and tickets are available for presale. The most up-to-date information will be posted on the website: scottishdancesociety.org and facebook.com/scottishdance.org.

Children’s Book Week & Screen Free Week – Established in 1919, Children’s

Book Week is the longest-running national literacy initiative in the country. Every year, commemorative events are held nationwide at schools, libraries, bookstores, homes — wherever young readers and books connect. Village Books donates 10% of all kids’ book purchases made during Children’s Book Week to the Children’s departments of the city and county libraries! And for the second year, National Screen Free Week coincides with CBW to create the perfect pairing. Check out the variety of free events we have planned to keep kids engaged and having fun with books from April 30-May 6. More info: www.villagebooks.com/event.

Procession of the Species Parade –

This 15th annual family-friendly colorful parade celebrates creativity, community, and our connection with the natural world. Everyone is welcome to join the downtown Bellingham parade! Decorate yourselves, family, and neighbors with costumes, masks, banners, percussion instruments, and more. The tradition of this noncommercial event has 3 rules: no live animals, no written or spoken slogans, and no vehicles (except motorized wheel chairs). Whether you watch or join along the downtown route, the creative human species spirit will delight and amaze! Sponsored by the City of Bellingham Parks & Recreation Dept. with support from Start Here Community Arts. Takes place on Sat., May 5 from 3:30-5:45pm, beginning at the Bellingham Public Library (Lottie St.) and ending at Maritime Heritage Park. More info: 360-788-7000, agrove@cob.org or www.bpots.org.

BPL Teens: Invention Lab (age 13+) –

Bubble gum, trampolines, and television were all invented by teens. You could be the next inventor who changes the world! Join us for challenges that ask you to solve problems through invention. Get ready for your light bulb moment! Hosted in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County on Tues., May 8 from 4-5pm at the Burlington Public Library (820 E. Washington Ave.). Free. More info: 360-755-0760, jennyc@burlingtonwa.gov or www.burlingtonwa.gov/library.

BelleWood’s Annual Mother’s Day on the Farm – Enjoy a leisurely country brunch and Mom’s Mimosa Bar as we celebrate the moms in our lives! We will have flower baskets, a Pozie by Natalie

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pop-up flower shop, face painting for the kids ($4-$8), and kids open mic! Advance tickets online. More info: 360-318-7720, info@bellewoodfarms.com or www.bellewoodfarms.com.

Tea with Mom or Grandma in the Book Fare Cafe – In celebration of

Mother’s Day, we will be hosting a tea-time in Book Fare Cafe at Village Books (Bellingham) on the mezzanine level of the bookstore. Bring your children and enjoy some tasty treats, a few stories, a craft, and good company. Tickets are $6 per person and can be purchased at the main counter at Village Books. Join us for a fun celebration of moms and all they do for us! Sun., May 13, 2-3:30pm. More info: www.villagebooks.com/event.

Annual Children’s Art Show – View

selected art created by the students of Acme, Harmony, and Kendall Elementary Schools from May 23 through June 9 at the Deming Library (5044 Mt. Baker Hwy.). Sponsored by the Friends of the Deming Library and the Mount Baker School District. Free. More info: 360-5922422 or www.wcls.org.

Anacortes Waterfront Festival – The

Anacortes Waterfront Festival is all about letting out your inner sailor and embracing life on the water! This annual Anacortes event has something for everyone: an open-air car show, food vendors, arts and craft booths, children’s activities, giant slides, water balls, dinners and dances, live music and entertainment, wine and beer garden, and so much more! Takes place on Sat., June 2, 10am-6pm, and Sun., June 3, 10am-5pm. Free admission. More info: 360-293-7911, events@anacortes.org or www.anacortes.org/waterfront-festival.

All-Comer’s Track and Field – Weekly

family-friendly track and field meets begin on June 11, Mondays, from 6-9:30pm. All ages welcomed and encouraged to participate! This year, meets are taking place at Squalicum High School (3773 E. McLeod Rd.). Come out and join us for some summer fun! Day pass $5 / season pass $30 / family pass $90. More info: 360-778-7000, lromo@cob.org or www.cob.org/Documents/parks/ recreation/races/All-Comers%20 Registration%20Form%20and%20 Schedule%20of%20Events%202018%20 -%20Savable.pdf.

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Weekly Dancing – Learn to folk dance

to a variety of international music. Skagit-Anacortes Folk Dancers meet Tuesdays (May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) at Bayview Civic Hall (12615 C St., in Bayview). Dance review begins at 7pm followed by request dances until 9:30pm. The first session is free / $5 thereafter. All are welcome, good exercise, great fun, no partners needed. More info: Gary or Ginny at 360-766-6866, safdancers@hotmail.com or www.skagitfolkdancers.org.

Scottish Country Dancing Classes –

Do you love lively music and want to try a new way to exercise and socialize? Come try Scottish Country Dancing. A fun way to exercise your body and brain at the same time. No experience or partner needed; soft shoes recommended. Mention this notice and get a free 6-visit punchcard! Classes take place on Wednesdays at the Fairhaven Library (1117 12th St., Bellingham) from 7:309:30pm. Admission is $8 drop in fee or free with punchcard. More info: www.bellinghamscd.org.

Traditional Jazz – Listen and dance to

the New Orleans/Dixieland music of the Crescent City Shakers on Sat., May 5 at 2-5pm at Bellingham’s VFW Hall (625 N. State St.). Presented by the Bellingham Traditional Jazz Society, enjoy fine acoustics, a large wooden dance floor, snacks and beverages. Admission is $10 members, $6 students, $12 general. Info: 360-371-7030 or www.btjs.webs.com.

Contra Dance! – The Bellingham

Old-Time Country Dance Society will hold contra dances on Sat., May 12 at the Fairhaven Library (1117 12th St., Bellingham). Suggested donation $8-$10 / students $6. Please refrain from wearing fragrances. Live fiddle music; caller; no experience required. All dances taught. Beginners’ workshop 7pm, with dance 7:30-10:30pm. Info: dance@januscom.com or www.bellinghamcountrydance.org.

Prom Night with Kuhl and the Gang – Fri., May 18 will be Prom Night with Kuhl and the Gang at the Majestic (1023 N.

Heart of the Islands Festival –

Northwest Hawai’i ‘Ohana presents Hearts of the Islands Festival on Sat., June 9 from 10am-8pm at the Pioneer Park Community Center (2007 Cherry St., Ferndale). The festival will be focused on honoring the Hawaiian culture from afar, and all about connecting other cultural groups in the Pacific Northwest. An all day celebration of Island-style vendors, Ono Hawaiian food, cultural demonstrations, music and Keiki activities. At 6pm, we invite you to join us for a luau and Polynesian entertainment.

Forest St.). Bring that special someone for a great evening of music and dancing with fun and friendly people. A lesson will be taught from 7.15-8pm, with the band playing from 8-10pm. Admission is $10 general / $7 members and students. More info: 360-734-5676, bhamusabda@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com.

“Spring Has Sprung, So Take a Walk and Dance in the Rain” – Join

Esperanza as she walks and dances into the things a Spring neighborhood walk brings on Sat., May 19 at 7pm at the Blaine PAC (975 H St.). As with her, it’s sure to make your world fill of wonder and delight. Tickets at the door; doors open at 6:30pm. Enter raffle to win great prizes. Proceeds benefit the Day-to-Day Dance Scholarship Fund. Admission is $10 general / free kids 5 and under. More info: 360920-2964, daytodaydance@gmail.com or www.daytodaydance.com/upcoming-event.

Sunday Waltz Tea with Bellingham Dance Company – Waltz with us the

third Sunday of the month (May 20) at the beautiful Majestic Ballroom on N. Forest St. in Bellingham. Waltz lesson offered at 2pm, followed by 2 hours of lovely waltz dancing—we throw in a foxtrot or three as well! Delicious complimentary “tea” treats also offered alongside tea, coffee, and juice. Admission is $12 general / $10 students, seniors and military / $35 family of 4 or more. More info: 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

Intensive Program gives the rare and unique opportunity for participants to dance in a public performance at the end of the four week experience. Northwest Ballet Academy is located at 1417 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. More info: info@northwestballet.org, 360714-1246 or www.northwestballet.org.

Summer Dancin’ Registration at The Dance Studio – Summer Dance Camps are a great way for new dancers to experience what dance classes are all about and for returning students to keep having fun through the summer! It’s a month of classes fit into four energetic, lively and dynamic days! July 16-19 is a “Tropical Paradise” for ages 3-6 learning ballet, tap and creative movement to Moana with Miss Britt and a “Variety Camp” for ages 7-9 and 10-13 featuring Lyrical, Ballet, Hip Hop, Tap, and Jazz with Miss Maria and Miss Mimi. July 23-26, we take it to the ocean with a “Surf’s Up” camp for ages 3-6 learning ballet, tap and creative movement to Nemo, Dory, Ariel and beach favorites with Miss Britt. There is something fun and challenging for all ages this summer at The Dance Studio. More info: 360-734-1595 or office@thedancestudio.net or www.thedancestudio.net.

Summer Dance Intensive at Northwest Ballet Academy July 9Aug. 4 – Where would you like to be in

your dancing? It doesn’t get much more straight-forward than that for a dancer. The Northwest Ballet Academy, in conjunction with its 18-year partner, the Northwest Ballet Theater, has put together one of the most comprehensive dance programs around. NBA welcomes professional dancer Natasha Keeley Wright (pictured above) to NBA’s 20th Summer Intensive. In addition to receiving training from the best in the field, our Summer

Admission to the luau is separate from day event. Extra charge applies. For a complete list of performance schedule and other details of the event, visit www.heartoftheislands.webs.com. Northwest Hawai’i ‘Ohana is a 501 c(4) non-profit organization who is about sharing the Aloha Spirit in the Northern Region of Washington State, in Whatcom and Skagit Counties. Admission is $10 general / $8 seniors and military / free ages 10 and below. More info: 360-8208074, nwhawaiiohana@gmail.com.

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National Geographic’s Gender Revolution with Katie Couric – Free

showing of this wonderful introduction to transgender issues. Katie Couric (pictured) asks many of the questions you have been wanting to ask. Come expand your knowledge of gender. This movie is 90 minutes long, and we will have a panel afterwards for questions and discussion. Appropriate for ages 12 and up. Showing is on Thurs., May 10 at 7pm at Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon). Free admission / donations accepted. Info: www.lincolntheatre.org.

Fairy Godmother and four season fairies: (clockwise from left) Alena Russell, Kaarina Marttila, Ana Uribe (center), Sion Calabretta, and Abigail Davis.

Cinderella and Prince: Eleanor Totten and Gilford Fred.

Northwest Ballet Theater Presents Cinderella by Courtney Kendall The finale of Northwest Ballet Theater’s (NBT) 19th season is soon upon us, and Artistic Director John Bishop and his company of stellar dancers have a much-loved and popular ballet in store for all ages: Cinderella. This is the third time NBT has performed Prokovief’s Cinderella though this year’s performance features new exciting choreography. Prokovief’s version of Cinderella is, as John says, “no Disney,” but neither is it Grimm’s fairy tales. “[We] try to have a more comical slant than a dark one ... The score is very rich—very dynamic in certain parts, romantic in others, but there is also a lot of comedy.” The lead role of Cinderella will be played by Eleanor Totten. “Her acting ability is quite amazing,” says John. “She really encapsulates the aura of Cinderella.” Gilford Fred, formerly of the Cinderella with sisters: Audrey Fry, San Francisco Ballet, is guesting with NBT Eleanor Totten, Annie Thorsen. as the Prince. Veteran principal dancer Natasha Keeley-Wright will also be joining as a guest dancer in the role of the Stepmother. Prokovief’s Stepmother is “not so much evil, more comical,” John explains, and Natasha’s performance is sure to delight. While the majority of the technical dances are done by company dancers, Cinderella features many young performers as gnomes, nymphs, and dryads. “They really command the stage for a couple of minutes,” John says of his youngest dancers. “We like these productions so we can use younger dancers. As much as we can, we want to showcase the little ones.” You have three chances to experience NBT’s Cinderella in June. At Mount Baker Theatre there will be a Saturday evening performance June 2 at 7:30pm, and a matinee on Sunday, June 3 at 2pm. An additional evening performance at McIntyre Hall will be held Saturday, June 9 at 7:30pm. Ticket information can be found through Mount Baker Theatre (www.mountbakertheatre.com) and McIntyre Hall (www.mcintyrehall.org). Photos courtesy of Northwest Ballet Theater.

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6th Annual Cup Show: Call to Artists – Ceramic artists are invited to submit their work for consideration for the 6th Annual Cup Show at the Jansen Art Center (321 Front St., Lynden). Artists can submit up to three pieces. The deadline to submit online is Monday, May 14, 11:59pm. Artists can choose to have their work available for purchase during the exhibit, or on display online. There are three awards given for this exhibit. Decisions will be emailed by Tues., May 22. Artist drop-off will be on Sat., June 2. More info: 360-354-3600.

exhibit showcases artistic talent in Whatcom County and beyond. Each season, artists are invited to submit up to five pieces to be judged by a qualified jury of artists, curators and others in the arts community. The selected pieces are displayed in the Jansen Art Center. Submissions will be accepted through Mon., May 14 (online to midnight). A $25 submission fee covers up to five works. Artist-level members (or higher) receive $10 off their submissions. More info: 360354-3600 or info@jansenartcenter.org.

Studio UFO Members Show Off –

Mila Faulkner May Art Show – Mila

Studio UFO Members have opportunities to show their art around the area (facilitated by Trish Harding), including WECU in Fairhaven and Colophon Cafe. Current showings include Dave Nicols (WECU in Fairhaven); Lyz Staman (DIS); and multiple members at the Colophon Cafe. More info: www.studio-ufo.net, 360319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or.

Summer Juried Exhibit: Call to Artists – The Jansen Art Center (321

Front St., Lynden) is accepting submissions for its 2018 Summer Juried Exhibit, opening June 7. Open to the public, this

Faulkner displays her art show at Silvery Moon in Fairhaven (1010 Harris Ave.). Her paintings are inspired by nature’s beauty and radiate energy and vibrancy. Dancing clouds or evening late light full of atmosphere and mystery are common subjects. Mila’s paintings blend traditional values with contemporary developments. They have a sense of lyricism and visual poetry. Her art is in many collections here and abroad. Free admission. More info: 360-201-1824, milafaulk@comcast.net or www.milafaulknerart.com.

Call to Artists for CHIRP! – Fourth Corner Frames (311 W. Holly St., Bellingham) would like to invite local artists to participate in CHIRP! a show all about birds. The show will take place July 6-28. More info: www.fourthcornerframes.com, 360-734-1340 or framr4u@aol.com. Drawing and Painting Classes at BellinghamART – Practical art instruction

Senior Bocce Ball – Come and try Bocce Ball with 50+ active seniors at the Bellingham Sportsplex. Every Mon. & Thurs. from 10-11:30am. Have fun and stay dry at the same time. Cost is $24 per month. More info: 360-318-3851 or fizworp@gmail.com.

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Gentle Yoga Classes – Join Joani for

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 desire healthy back yoga. 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.

Lake Padden Triathlon – A triathlon

made for all. We offer both a short and long course, so find what fits for you, and finally cross “complete a triathlon” off your bucket list! Registration open now. Takes place Sat., June 23 at 7am at Lake Padden (4882 Samish Way, Bellingham). Admission is $95. More info: 360-7787000, lromo@cob.org or www.cob.org/services/recreation/races/ Pages/padden-triathlon.aspx. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

UFO Gallery presents Spirit of Place Encaustic Paintings by Claudia Nix by Nancy Canyon UFO’s opening reception on June 1, 6-9pm, features Portland encaustic painter Claudia Nix. A large collection of encaustic paintings capturing “simplified and distilled renditions of witnessed landscapes,” including The Pond, Dancing Pines, and Cape Disappointment, WA, will hang through June 30. The artist will

also offer an encaustic demo which details supplies and techniques on Saturday, June 2 at 1pm and is free/by donation. Those interested in attending should please register with Trish Harding at UFO Gallery (360-319-6115 or email trish.c.harding@gmail.com). Many indigenous cultures trust that all things, animate or inanimate, have a soul or spirit, including place. Claudia believes that the “spirit or essence of a place” can be “captured and expressed in painting and drawing.” Like Barry Lopez says in Arctic Dreams, “... occasionally one sees something fleeting in the land, a moment when line, color, and movement intensify and something sacred is revealed, leading one to believe that there is another realm of reality corresponding to the physical one but different.”

“Dancing Pines,” 24” x 30”, encaustic, $675.

“Sometimes painting is like trying to catch a shadow,” Claudia says. “Through the alchemy of simplification, expansion and amplification,” encaustic painting captures the ineffable nature of place. The viewer is invited into each image, experiencing the artist’s response to stunning natural elements: a fragrant copse or windy bluff rendered in carefully composed elements that seize the fleeting essence in a landscape. The origin of the word encaustic is Greek, from enkaustikos—meaning “to burn in,” the element of heat essential for the painting to be considered encaustic. The process is also known as hot wax painting because beeswax and pigment are mixed and heated, then painted on a wood or canvas surface. Once liquefied, wax is applied to a prepared surface, it is torched, heating it into the wood or canvas ground. Each additional wax layer is “burned in,” or melted into the previous layer. As additional layers of wax are added, color harmonizes and the image progresses.

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“Cape Disappointment, WA”, 24” x 32”, encaustic, $700.

Encaustic is a perfect medium for rendering the “fleeting felt presence” that Claudia initially perceives when she first encounters a compelling landscape. Capturing the spirit of a scene in a painting is an “evolutionary process, laborious and time-consuming, requiring numerous renditions in drawing and painting of the same scene.” Claudia works through multiple drawings, sketches, and studies before the landscape makes itself known in simplified and exaggerated elements of form, shadow, and light. Sometimes she paints a landscape over and over, distilling details she originally witnessed on locale until the essence of place is rendered in hot wax and the painting is complete. “I can capture what originally was only dimly sensed in the original scene. It is this spirit, or essence,” Claudia says, “I strive to capture and express through painting and drawing.” Claudia will demonstrate her drawing technique using charcoal on paper and oil paint on slick waxed ground, both being reductive processes—removing marks rather than adding them—one with an eraser, the other with a rag. She will also demonstrate how she uses cold wax, oils, and the process of “burning in” beeswax with a heat gun or torch. Claudia will explain how she distills landscape elements to their bare essence, capturing the genius loci of a scene, as well as, how a setting is additionally altered through the painting process itself, revealing an original and authentic rendition of place when complete. Please attend the Sprit of Place opening reception during the June 1 Art Walk from 6-9pm and Claudia Nix’s Encaustic Demo, June 2, 1pm at Studio UFO Gallery, 301 W. Holly Street, downtown Bellingham. For more information call 360-319-6115 or visit www.studio-ufo.net.

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principles of drawing and painting from observation. Students learn technique, theory, and application through practice in the time-honored tradition of classical training. BellinghamART is located at 1701 Ellis St. Cost is $18 per hour. More info: 360-738-8379, info@bellinghamart.com or www.bellinghamart.com.

A Couple Nice Horses and a Cow –

Photos by Kevin G. Jones are on display at Mindport Gallery (210 W. Holly St., Bellingham). Admission is $3. More info: 360-647-5614, publicity@mindport.org or www.mindport.org.

Separated From Normal – Separated

From Normal, a series of new paintings by Bellingham artist and art educator Trish Harding, on exhibit through May 12 at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center (2901 Squalicum Pkwy.). The theme of the show are Harding’s visual memories of her youth growing up on Lummi Island and the life there during the ‘60s. Harding was born in Washington state and grew up on Lummi Island. Recognized as a Northwest painter of regional icons, she is best know for her land and seascapes as well as her urban industrial landscapes. For the last 12 years, she has facilitated the Plein Air Paint Out and Exhibition in downtown Bellingham. Harding teaches from Studio UFO and at Whatcom Community College in Bellingham. Free admission. More info: 360-383-7166 or ldg@fidalgo.net.

May at the Art Market – Mothers Day,

May 13, and the Art Market is a great place to find the right gift (and a card!) for your special mom. Our local artists have a wonderful selection to choose from — paintings, photography, basketry, glassware, textiles, cuddly art, woodwork, rock art, jewelry and much more. Can’t decide on just the right gift? We have gift cards so she can choose what she would like you to give her! Each week, the Whatcom Art Market features a different artist. This month, we are featuring: May 2-6: Kath Piros, glass and ceramic artist, will demonstrate making fused glass jewelry, how she designs, cuts and fuses glass to make earrings, pendants and other decorative items. She will be doing a demo on Sat., May 5, 1-3pm. Get workshop information and learn to make your own fused glass in her studio! • May 9-13: Pam Pontious, maker of friendly bears and other critters. Come meet and greet Pam and her wee friends Sat., May 12, 11-3pm. • May 16-20: Shawna Morris, new artist at WAM, with an eye for fanciful and colorful acrylic paintings. Shawna will be on-site Sat., May 19, 11-3pm. • May 23-27: Susan Averre, working in colored pencils and pastels, creates beautiful portraits and animal studies. She will take commission orders for you. Susan will be featured for the Fairhaven Fourth Friday Art Walk on May 25, 6-8pm, also on-site, demonstrating her art Sun., May 27,

11-2pm. • May 30-June 3: Jeanette Dushkin, painter of acrylic and oil landscape studies. Jeanette will be demonstrating her art Sat. & Sun., June 2 & 3, 11-3pm. • The Art Market is open during the Fairhaven Fourth Friday Art Walk, May 25, 6-8pm, when many of our 45 artists are on-site to meet and talk with you about their art. Most of our artists will take commissions if you are looking for a special piece of their art. Come see us, bring your friends and family and share the best display of Whatcom’s art! And don’t forget, we have gift cards! The Whatcom Art Market (1103 11th St., Bellingham) is open Wed.-Sun., 10am-6pm. Admission is free. More info: 360-738-8564, www.whatcomartmarket.org.

St., Lynden) has been proudly hosting the exhibit since 2014. The show provides dedicated, aspiring high school artists a chance to display their work in a fine arts gallery. The exhibit includes drawings, paintings, ceramics and digital art. This year’s participating high schools are Bellingham, Blaine, Ferndale, Lynden, Lynden Christian, Meridian, Mt. Baker, Options, Sehome, and Squalicum. Join us for the opening reception on Thurs., May 3 from 5:30-7pm to engage with the student artists and enjoy live music in the Piano Lounge with guitarist Adrian Clarke. The exhibit will be on display through Thurs., May 31. More info: 360-354-3600, (continued on page 10)

Open Studio Painting Wednesdays –

Learn to paint/learn to paint better in Open Studio Painting Classes 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. All skill levels welcome! Personal style and voice recognized and highly encouraged! Join us at Studio UFO (301 W. Holly St., M-4) on Wed., May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. Admission is $245 for 5 days or $62 per day. More info: trish.harding@studio-ufo.net, 360-3196115 or www.studio-ufo.net.

Young Artists Club – Work on your art

skills, engage in fun theatre/improv games, and meet new friends on Wednesdays through June 13 at 3pm at the Ferndale Library (2125 Main St.). This is a social club for teens who love art, theatre, and playing games with friends. Snacks and beverages are provided. For grades 6-12. Free admission. More info: 360-384-3647 or www.wcls.org.

Promising Futures: Whatcom High School Student Art – Established in

1997 at the Whatcom Museum of History and Art, Promising Futures: Whatcom High School Student Art showcases the artwork of students from across the county. The Jansen Art Center (321 Front

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Sensorium Group Art Exhibition at Gallery Pegasus – Sensorium is themed

to bring awareness of the phenomenological and sensory experience of various technologies. Works that are likely to be featured are animated projections on 2D hanging works, florescent and neon fine art works, native pop art, human/industrial setting landscape paintings, digital glitch art, interactive electricity pieces, and infinity light mirrors. Shows May 4-June 30 at Gallery Pegasus (301 W. Holly St., Bellingham). Free admission. More info: Heidi@gallerypegasus.com.

18th Annual Children’s Art Walk –

We welcome all to stroll through downtown Bellingham and delight in the works of the younger art community! On Fri., May 4 from 6-9pm, Whatcom County students will proudly display their works of art during the 18th Annual Children’s Art Walk presented by Allied Arts of Whatcom County. There will be a number of activities for kids and adults, music, and more, to celebrate the arts in schools. In addition, Allied Arts Gallery will feature professional work by Allied Arts Teaching Artists in Whatcom County. Art will stay on display through May 31 in honor of the statewide Arts Education Month. More info: 360-676-8548, info@alliedarts.org or www.alliedarts.org/childrens-art-walk-2.

BYJB at Children’s Art Walk – The

Whatcom Museum is proud to participate in the annual Children’s Art Walk, organized by Allied Arts of Whatcom County. Join us for a performance by the Bellingham Youth Jazz Band in the Lightcatcher courtyard (250 Flora St.) from 6-7:30pm. Participate in a self-guided art activity in the FIG Studio from 6-8:30pm. The studio will close at 8:30pm, but the FIG Gallery and Lightcatcher exhibitions will remain open until 9pm. All ages welcome! Free admission. More info: 360778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Imaginary Friends: Kid’s Art Walk –

Every year, Make.Shift Gallery (306 Flora St., Bellingham) celebrates Kid’s Art Walk in May. This year, we’ve partnered with Cedar Tree Montessori and asked 4th to 6th grade students to create artistic renderings of their imaginary friends. Twenty young students were prompted to think about their imaginary friends and then bring them to life through drawing and painting. Over the last two months, Make.Shift Gallery promoted an open call to artists in the community encouraging them to create original responses inspired by the kid’s artwork. Every year these collaborations provide an exciting and inspirational experience for youth, artists, and the viewing public. The First Friday opening on Fri., May 4 from 6-10pm will also feature creative activities for children hosted by Play Lab, a local after-school enrichment program. Free admission is Free. More info: 360-933-1849, gallery@makeshiftproject.com or www.makeshiftproject.com/events/ 2018/5/4/kids-art-walk-imaginary-friends.

May Art Show at Scott Milo Gallery –

Join us for new bright and whimsical acrylic paintings by Mary Quintrall, pastels by LaDonna Kruger, oils by Keith Sorenson, oils by Jane Wallis, and watercolors by Peggy Woods. Introducing new ceramics by Orcas Island artist, Mary Jane Elgin. Opening reception is Fri., May 4 from 6-9pm at Scott Milo Gallery (420 Commercial Ave, Anacortes). More info: 360-293-6938, gallery@scottmilo.com or www.scottmilo.com.

On an Acre Shy of Eternity: Micro Landscapes at the Edge with Robert Dash – Experience the world “up close”

“From the Hands of Dorothy Deets” –

“From the Hand of Dorothy Allyn Deets” (b.1911-d.2009) From Bellingham, Dorothy, a lifelong artist, attended Cornish College of the Arts. She began illustrating children’s books in the late 1930s notably Big Lonely Dog by Lenore Harris. She experimented with multiple mediums and methods, including wood carving, abstract oils and Sumi-e. Her love of nature and animals was evident in her art throughout her life. Join us for a retrospective and rare selection of her works available for sale at Fourth Corner Frames and Gallery (311 W. Holly St., Bellingham), beginning with an Art Walk reception on Fri., May 4 from 6-9pm. Free admission. More info: 360-734-1340, framr4u@aol.com or www. fourthcornerframes.com.

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with Robert Dash, “a photographer, naturalist and educator whose book invites readers on a wild, contemplative, miniature hike. His photographs have been published by National Geographic, Time, The Week, and Lensculture, and they have appeared in galleries and juried shows around the country” (from Amazon editorial reviews). Sponsored by Friends of Island Library (2144 S. Nugent Rd., Lummi Island) on Sat., May 5, 7:30-9pm. Free. More info: 360-758-7145 or www.wcls.org.

Plein Air Painting at Big Rock Garden for Annual Mother’s Day Event – For several years, Studio UFO has

been invited to bring together plein air painters and set up easels to paint the beautiful blooming gardens and impressive outdoor sculptures while mothers and their families are guests of honor at the Mother’s Day Event at Big Rock Garden (2900 Sylvan St., Bellingham). Small pieces are available for sale off-the-easel of the painters as well as work on display at the gazebo! Free admission. More info: 360778-7700, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net.

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Art Exhibit – Friends of the Anacortes

Library’s Art Exhibit runs from May 10 through Sept. 13. Open specifically for public viewing in the Community Meeting Room of the library on Wed., May 16 from 1-2pm. Free admission. More info: 360-299-9584.

Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts at 25 – This exhibition, organized by the

Hallie Ford Museum of Art in partnership with the Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts, chronicles the history of Crow’s Shadow over the past 25 years as it developed into an important native printmaking atelier in Pendleton, Oregon. Founded by Oregon painter and printmaker James Lavadour (Walla Walla), who envisioned a traditional arts studio focused on printmaking, Crow’s Shadow is the only professional printmaking studio located on a reservation community in the United States. Exhibit on display at the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Bldg. (250 Flora St., Bellingham), May 19-Aug. 19. Admission is $5-$10. More info: 360-778-8930, museuminfo@cob.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/exhibition/ crows-shadow.

The Intimate Diebenkorn: Works on Paper 1949-1992 – This exhibition

features 37 of Richard Diebenkorn’s (1922-1993) drawings and paintings on paper, which reveal the working hand and mind of one of America’s most respected and admired 20th century artists. Diebenkorn developed a reputation for ethereal, large-scale abstractions. Although his early work is associated with Abstract Expressionism and the Bay Area Figurative Movement of the 1950s and 1960s, his vision was truly unique. Organized by the Richard Diebenkorn Foundation. On exhibit at the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Bldg. (250 Flora St.), May 19-Aug.19. Admission is $5-$10. Info: 360-778-8930, museuminfo@cob.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/exhibition/ the-intimate-diebenkorn.

Artwood Gallery’s 30 Year Celebration! – Artwood opened in

Fairhaven 30 years ago in the Morgan Block Building. At this time we have 80 artists that show with us. The 8 active members of the co-op are Ray deVries, David Gray, Michael Flaherty, Steve Hall, Karen Healy, Jim Hume, Karl Nielsen, and Ted Scherrer. Manager Erica Hume has also been at the gallery for 30 years. Our members will be showing new and old work, and we will have a retrospective of pictures on the wall. Our members will be at the gallery on the 4th Friday Art Walk, May 25, in the evening. Come and meet our artists! More info: 360-647-1628, artwood@qwestoffice.net or www.artwoodgallery.com.

Wild Wabbits with Deb McCunn at Good Earth Pottery – May featured

artist Deb McCunn presents a collection of work both comedic and thought-

provoking, reflecting on women’s roles in society. Her use of rabbits as subject matter increases the appeal, their highly expressive faces getting right to the heart of the matter. Meet the artist on Fri., May 25 from 5-8pm during Fairhaven’s 4th Friday Art Walk. • Annual Ski-to-Sea Seconds Sale! Everyone’s favorite one-day-only sale returns, Sun., May 27! You’ll find perfect prices on not-quite-perfect or lonely pots looking for love. • Representing more than 50 local artists, the gallery has been located in Fairhaven Village since 1969! Free admission. More info: 360-671-3998, theteam@goodearthpots.com or www.goodearthpots.com.

public on the first weekend of June (Sat. & Sun, 2 & 3, 10am-5pm). Go down hidden drives and into private workshops where local island artists celebrate the annual San Juan Island Artists’ Studio Tour. You’ll see a complement of original paintings, ceramics, glass, jewelry, photography, wood, mixed medium, sculpture and fiber. This is your chance to buy fine art at its source, so mark your calendar! Free. Info: 360-378-7110, danormary@gmail.com or www.sanjuanislandartists.com.

Fairhaven Fourth Friday Art Walk –

Sponsored by the Historic Fairhaven Association, Fourth Friday Art Walk will celebrate the unique character of Fairhaven. Fourteen venues will open their doors to share local art, appetizers, drink and, in some cases, live entertainment. Join us at Harris Ave and 10th St. on Fri., May 25, 5-8pm. Free admission. More info: 206-696-2671, scott@scottwardart.com or www.fairhavenartwalk.com.

Lummi Island Artists’ Studio Tour –

Lummi Island hosts art studio tours three times a year. Come on out for a day on Memorial Day Weekend (Sat. & Sun., May 26 & 27) and visit artists and crafters in their studios from 10am-5pm. See glass art, pottery, sculpture, paintings, jewelry, fiber arts, photography and more, as you follow this self-guided tour around the island. The Whatcom Chief departs from Gooseberry Point 10 minutes after every hour, and costs $13 for car and driver, $7 for each additional passenger, round trip. Maps can be picked up at the Islander Store or downloaded from www.lummi-island.com closer to the event. Free admission. More info: 360-317-5807 or ria@ria-harboe.com.

27th Annual San Juan Island Artists’ Studio Tour – Our island professional artists open their doors to welcome the

Mindport’s Correspondence Club –

Make your own cards and envelopes at Mindport’s monthly Correspondence Club on Sat, May 28 from 10:30am-12:30pm. This fun, creative, hands-on activity is open to all ages over 8 years (although young folks need to bring a participating adult). Supplies, materials, and instructional guidance provided for collage mail art, envelopes, post cards, and more. Lively company and inspiration is the norm. Check the Facebook page or website for updates and our latest new exhibits! Free. More info: 360-647-5614, publicity@mindport.org, www.mindport.org.

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Annie: The Musical – The Sehome HS

Drama Department is proud to present Annie: The Musical. In the depths of the desolate 1930s, Annie is a fiery young orphan girl who is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage. The winner of 7 Tony Awards (including Best Musical) and featuring popular hits such as “Hard-Knock Life” and “Tomorrow,” this heart-warming classic is all about finding your way home. Performances at the SHS Little Theatre (2700 Bill McDonald Pkwy.) on: Wed., Thurs. & Sat., May 2, 3 & 5 at 7pm; Thurs. & Fri., May 10 & 11 at 7pm; and Sat., May 12 at 2pm. Admission is $10 general / $8 students and seniors. More info: 360-6766481, sehomelittletheatre@gmail.com or www.sehomedrama.com.

Cupcakes and Process – An informal

informational meeting about BTG’s production process—with cupcakes! Meet with the delightful Vice President of Production in the beautiful BTG Lobby and chat openly about how we do stuff as well as what we should be doing or what we should stop doing. With cupcakes! Did we mention cupcakes? There will be cupcakes. Join us, Wed., May 2 at 7pm. More info: 360-647-9242 or sean@gigglewax.com.

Mimecycle: An Original Physical Solo Show by WWU Theatre Alumnus Henry James Walker – Some shows are best left unspoken. In Mimecycle, Henry James Walker bikes Seattle’s hostile streets without words or physical objects. Rainstorms and hurried drivers prove foils; to some, the only good cyclist is a dead cyclist. Premiering in Seattle in February 2018, Mimecycle is a (nearly) non-verbal solo show about braving Seattle streets on two wheels and true grit. Henry James Walker pulls the audience into imagination and behind the handlebars in a whirlwind physical theatre piece. Performances at The Sylvia Center (205 Prospect St., Bellingham), Thurs.-Sat., May 3-5, at 7:30pm. Admission is $12 general / $9 members. Info: 360-3053524, info@sylviacenterforthearts.org or www.sylvia.center/events.

Into the Woods – Into the Woods is a

musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and story by James Lapine. The musical intertwines the plots of several Brothers Grimm and Charles Perrault fairy tales, exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. The main characters are taken from Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, and Cinderella, as well as several others. Performances at Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon), Fri.-Sat., May 4, 5, 11 & 12 at 7:30pm; Sun., May 6 & 13 at 2pm; Wed., May 9 at 7:30pm; and Thurs.-Sat., May 17-19 at 7:30pm. Admission is $12-$25. More info: 360336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org/event/woods.

48.48 – iDiOM alumni will be returning

from around the country to participate in this special 48th edition of iDiOM Theater’s long-running 48-Hour Theater Festival: two consecutive 24-hour marathons of playwriting and rehearsal, resulting in two hot, fresh batches of world-premiere short plays. This will be the first performance in Sylvia Center for the Arts’ new main stage performance space, the Lucas Hicks Theater (205 Prospect St., Bellingham). Opening reception on Fri., May 11 at 6:30pm, with performance following at 7:30pm and 10pm. Sat., May 11 performances at 7:30pm and 10pm. Admission is $20 general / $16 members. More info: info@sylviacenterforthearts.org or www.sylvia.center/events.

The Gun Show – Oregon playwright

E.M. (Ellen) Lewis takes aim at her own relationship with firearms in The Gun Show. Ms. Lewis’ personal stories are drawn from her years growing up in rural Oregon. The Gun Show features very personal, very poignant stories that are sometimes humorous, sometimes heartbreaking, but always brutally honest. Performances at Sylvia Center for the Arts (205 Prospect St., Bellingham), Thurs.-Sat., May 17-19 & 24-26 at 7:30pm. Admission is $15. More info: 360-296-1753, BellinghamTheatreWorks@gmail.com or www.sylviacenterforthearts.org/events/ category/shows.

Catalina Sunshine – “Catalina

Sunshine,” a new musical play written by Lantz Simpson and Victoria McCallum and directed by Linnaea Groh, will premier at the Sylvia Center’s new Lucas Hicks Theater (205 Prospect St.), at 7:30pm, May 17-19. Catalina escapes from her bullying brother and sister through a magic trunk into the whimsical world of Fidgety Island where everything is not what it seems. She must outwit the evil Captain Curmudgeon, who has taken over the

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island with his vats of vinegar and his menacing pirates. It’s a family-friendly musical for those who like musicals, and even for those who don’t! An eclectic blend of music joins magic tricks, sword fighting, juggling and dancing for a fun-filled evening. Admission is $20 general / $15 Sylvia Center members / $12 college & HS students / $8 kids 12 and under. Tickets are on sale at www.idiomtheater.com/tickets.

It Can’t Happen Here – The Skagit

Valley College Drama Department will present It Can’t Happen Here, based on the novel by Sinclair Lewis in the Phil Tarro Theatre (2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon). The production follows the novel, with the fictional rise of the first fascist dictator in the U.S. A pre-show lecture on the tenants of fascism, featuring the Chair of SVC’s History Department, Kurt Dunbar, will begin one hour before curtain. A discussion will follow each performance. Performances on: Fri. & Sat., May 18 & 19 and 25 & 26; Fri. & Sat., June 1 & 2 at 7:30pm; and Sun., June 3 at 2pm. Admission is $12 general / free for SVC Students with ID. More info: damond.morris@skagit.edu or www.mysvc.skagit.edu/directory. asp?pagenumber=249.

The Aliens – For the third and final entry

in this season’s series of works by Pulitzer Prize and Obie Award-winning playwright Annie Baker, WWU’s Rich Brown directs this beautiful play about music, poetry, silence, and a band called (among many other things) The Aliens. Performances in the Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater (205 Prospect St.) on Thurs.-Sat., May 24-26, May 31-June 1, and June 7-9 at 7:30pm. The performance on Fri., May 25 includes a special reception to benefit Sylvia Center. Admission is $20 general / $15 members. More info: info@sylviacenterforthearts.org or www.sylvia.center/events.

Macbeth (NT Live) – Shakespeare’s

most intense and terrifying tragedy, directed by Rufus Norris (The Threepenny Opera, London Road), will see Rory Kinnear (Young Marx, Othello]) and AnneMarie Duff (Oil, Suffragette]) return to the National Theatre to play Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. The ruined aftermath of a bloody civil war. Ruthlessly fighting to survive, the Macbeths are propelled towards the crown by forces of elemental darkness. Showing on Sat., May 26 at 1pm at Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon). Admission is $14-$18. More info: 360-336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org/film/nt-live-macbeth-0.

Cendrillion (Met Live in HD) –

“Glorious,” raved the New York Times when Joyce DiDonato sang the title role of Cendrillon at the Royal Opera in 2011. Now, for the first time ever, Massenet’s sumptuous take on the Cinderella story comes to the Met, with DiDonato starring in the title role. She is paired with mezzo-

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The Wolves by Osa Hale

A great story is carried by the characters within it. In Sarah DeLappe’s Pulitzer-nominated play The Wolves, nine high school female soccer players bring the audience into their conversations. Through their interactions during pre-game warm-ups, we are shown the inner worlds of these young women as they grapple with late adolescence.

Teylor Lowe, Samantha Vidos, Sophie Tuell, Michelle Zender, Eryn McVay, Olivia Sterne practice for their high school soccer game while struggling with school, sex, and society. Photo by Jim Lortz.

Bellingham TheatreWorks will be presenting The Wolves for two weeks at the end of May and beginning of June. Starring talent from Bellingham and beyond, the play will be carried by a compelling cast of women, says director Mark Kuntz. “The production includes three actresses who auditioned from Northern California, Eugene, and Portland,” Kuntz said. “The cast is diverse, powerful, and as talented a group of young women as I have had the pleasure to work with.”

soprano Alice Coote in the trouser role of Prince Charming, Kathleen Kim as the Fairy Godmother, and Stephanie Blythe as the imperious Madame de la Haltiere. Bertrand de Billy conducts Laurent Pelly’s imaginative storybook production. Showing on Sun., May 27 at 1pm at Lincoln Theatre. Admission is $17-$23. More info: tickets@lincolntheatre.org, www.lincolntheatre.org/film/met-live-hd-cendrillon or 360-336-8955.

The power of the production spans from the personal to the political. In a moment of heightened socio-political awareness of sexism and women’s experiences, the subject matter could hardly be timelier. Even as women in the entertainment industry are tackling decades of gender inequity and sexual assault head-on, teenagers are encountering this dark side of adulthood for the first time. In The Wolves, these issues (and more) are seen through a lens that is as relatable as it is perennial, the difficult and thrilling shift from childhood to adulthood. Critics across the country have praised DeLappe’s writing as being impressively authentic. By writing in a voice that is both believable and genuine, she has captured the strength and the vulnerability of the teenage athletes onstage. The dialogue is not only believable, it’s dynamic. With as many as three conversations going on all at once, the women onstage dance through subjects even as their bodies go through stretches and drills. Petty squabbles and personal pain; juvenile jokes and difficult questions; everything is fair game. Throughout the 90-minute performance, the cast may find themselves at odds with each other, but their strength in unity is always there beneath the surface, Kuntz says. “The nine women are very different, but come together in their passion for life and their desire to work as a team,” the director said. “The warm and funny moments are nicely balanced with the struggles we can imagine young women confront as they come of age in our complex world. It is a terrific ride.” This production will be especially exciting for women and athletes, two groups that are often underrepresented in mainstream theater. It also stands on a heaping pile of critical acclaim. “The play was a nominee for the Pulitzer Prize in 2017 and is the hottest play in the country right now,” Kuntz said. “We are excited about how this might engage our soccer community, and how this might further the discussions about the women’s movement in our country.” Anyone interested in Bellingham TheatreWorks’ fantastic production of this exciting new play can catch it at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, May 31June 2 and June 7-10. The play will start at 7:30pm each night. All tickets are $15 and are available at www.bellinghamtheatreworks.org.

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Sylvia Center Breathes New Life into Downtown Glenn Hergenhahn-Zhao says his dream of an arts center in Bellingham began when he was in New York City working at Theater for the New City and saw what that type of multi-venue arts center could do to create community and bring diverse audiences together. “When I came back to Bellingham from my few years hiatus in the big city,” he says, “ I saw the unmet needs of the community, and felt it was our time as a 15-year-old arts organization to take leadership on creating a new space beyond the needs of our theater, the iDiOM.” Within its first room, the studio space at Sylvia Center for the Performing Arts has already hosted art shows; swing dance concerts; kids’ rock bands; chamber music; classes in ballet, kids’ jazz combos, movement, acting, playwriting and directing; plays; theater festivals; a storytelling series; film festivals; cabarets; and community celebrations. Whatcom Jazz Music Arts Center was the first organization to join the ranks. Bellingham TheaterWorks recently joined, and Glenn will be announcing new collaborators in the coming months. But who is Sylvia? She was Bellingham musician Richard Scholtz’s mother (and Mallard Ice Cream owner Ben Scholtz’s grandmother). She was an enthusiastic supporter of the iDiOM Theater, who encouraged people to take risks and be innovative. Richard says that for the past 20 years, it’s been obvious that there is a need for a performance space that is affordable for community groups in Bellingham, and that from talking with other theater and dance groups, he learned that there is a

Sylvia Scholtz at 75. Photo courtesy of the Scholtz family.

shortage of rehearsal space and spaces to build sets. The Sylvia Center will answer those needs. “Bellingham has a long history of being a magnet for musicians, dancers, and actors as well as writers and visual artists. Much of the reason for that is the supportive nature of this artistic community,” says Richard. “People who are engaged in the arts in this way know it is much more than entertainment: The arts are fundamental and necessary languages and a Sylvia Center’s Lucas Hicks Theater will be way to get in touch with things that are opening soon. Photo courtesy of Wes Davis. authentic and true.” Richard hopes that the Sylvia will become a place that is a focus for that community and a catalyst for more creative energy. The Green Room for the Lucas Hicks Theater, with makeup counters, costume Glenn agrees, and says that despite the storage, and a restroom, will be a place lack of investment in new venues and for performers to ready, relax, and await spaces for the performing arts, the their entrances. community has continued to grow, with new theater companies, dance Long Hall Gallery connects all the companies, and music organizations center’s spaces and serves as a second each year. space for artwork. Arts centers not only better the economy by May Events at bringing revenue to Sylvia Center for the Performing Arts: downtown restaurants and May 1: Kids Class: Spring Shakespeare retailers, they also add to May 4: Art Opening the town’s identity as a May 8: Momentum Improvisation Lab – Spring Session 2 tourist destination, he says. May 10: Opening Party for the Sylvia Center Here’s a breakdown of May 11-12: 48-Hour Theater Festival #48 the spaces: May 17-19: Catalina Sunshine May 17-19 & 24-26: The Gun Show Studio Theater has a May 24-June 9: The Aliens sprung dance floor for classes, rehearsals, and performances for up to 70 patrons. Want to become involved? There are Lucas Hicks Theater seats up to 160 work parties to keep the project moving people. Music concerts, dance forward, and an ongoing need for performances, and plays will make up the volunteers to help at live events. Details season in the space. The theater is named on the season, funding, and more are in honor of the Bellingham multiavailable at 360-305-3524, instrumentalist who passed away in www.sylviacenterforthearts.org, and on October 2017 after years of battling Facebook. cancer. Lucas was the sort of person that The original goal of $65,000 for the made everyone feel like they were Sylvia Center’s Kickstarter in April crossed important, says Glenn, and he made its goal with more than $70,300 by its friends and artistic collaborators out of end, and contributions are still coming in! everyone he met. He was also a former Glenn says, “Our passion has always board member of the iDiOM. “It is no been for the local voices of Whatcom small thing,” Glenn says, “that the Sylvia County’s artists. There is amazing talent board simply drew a line through the across all disciplines in town, and a venue $150,000 naming rights item on the that celebrates those voices and budget for the main theater.” encourages new work, risk taking, and Prospect Street Gallery is the entrance innovation is an empowering thing for the of the center. The walls will be home to community and for an entire generation the work of artists, and the gallery will be of performers and audiences.” another performance space for weekly poetry readings and concerts. Entertainment News Northwest ~ May 2018

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MAY 2018 TUESDAY 5/1/2018 Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser, The

Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699. See page 7. May Day Story Time (songs and stories in the Children’s Section), Village Books Bellingham, 10:30am, free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

Off the Shelf Book Club: “Stay With Me” by Ayobami Adebayo, South Whatcom Library, 1-2pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Spring Shakespeare: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Workshop with Performances (kids 10-12) begins, Sylvia Center Studio Theater, 4:30-6:30pm, $320-$400, info@sylviacenterforthearts.org or www.sylvia.center/events. Home Item Repair Workshop (toys, small kitchen appliances, electric tools), Bellingham Public Library, 5-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.nwfreerepairs.wordpress.com. Tuesday Blues, Greene’s Corner, 6:30pm9:30pm, free, 360-306-8137, www.greenescorner.com. See page 25.

Author Event: Peggy Shumaker and Maurya Simon and “Cairn & The Wilderness,” Village Books, 7pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

Bellingham Evening Toastmasters Meeting

(supportive environment for developing your speaking and leadership skills), Spring Creek Retirement Center, 7-8:30pm, free, patrickmcginty@yahoo.com or http://4470.toastmastersclubs.org. Kid’Sax Ensemble, Lovitt Restaurant, 7-9pm, free, 360-671-7143. See page 25.

Poetry Event: Peggy Shumaker and Maurya Simon (“Cairn” and “The Wilderness: New & Selected Poems 1980-2016”), Village Books Bellingham, 7pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

Weekly International Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9:30pm, 1st session free / $5 thereafter, safdancers@hotmail.com or 360-766-6866. See page 5.

WEDNESDAY 5/2/2018 Club 60 Toastmasters (improve your public

speaking and develop leadership skills), Dorothy Haggen Room, 7-8am, guests are free, www.toastmasters.org/Find-a-Club/00000060bellingham-toastmasters-club-60. Open Studio Painting Wednesdays, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, 5 sessions $245 or $62 per session, 360-319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net. See page 9.

Simson Nature Reserve Hike with Mount Baker Club, Stimpson Family Reserve, 10am,

free, www.mountbakerclubsite.wordpress.com.

BMC Presents Pianist Michael Refvem, Trinity Lutheran Church, 10:30-11:30am, free, 360305-6526, bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com or www.bellinghammusicclub.org. See page 25.

Story Time Featuring “The Forever Tree,” Village Books (Lynden), 11am, free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Sylvia Bos,

Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, free, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances. Ukulele Fun & Song Circle (beginners welcome; loaners available), Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1-2pm, free-will donation, 206-790-4862, yogaheartspace0@gmail.com. See page 25

Afternoon Books and Tea: “Whispers of the Dead” with Author Spencer Kope, Lynden

Open Mic, EAT Restaurant & Bar, 6-8:30pm, no

Everson Book Club: “Brown Girl Dreaming” by Jacqueline Woodson, Everson Library,

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

Library, 2-3:30pm, free, 360-305-3637.

3-4:30pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Young Artists Club (grades 6-12), Ferndale Library, 3-4:30pm, free, 360-384-3647, www.wcls.org. See page 9.

Sauerkraut and Fermented Vegetables (with samples), Blaine Library, 4-6pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. Marvin Johnson, Lovitt Restaurant, 5:307:30pm, free, 360-303-7101.

Boxes, Lockets and Hinges Intensive (6 sessions) begins, Bellingham Metal Arts Guild (BMAG), 6-9pm, $235 + $25 kit fee, 360-788-5858, Info@BMAG-WA.org or www.WA-BMAG.org.

Diversión Familiar/Family Fun (noche de cuentos, juegos, actividades y convivencia para toda la familia en Español), Lynden

Library, 6-8pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. No-Sew Braided Rugs Workshop, Ragfinery, 6-8pm, $25, hello@ragfinery.com, 360-738-6977 or www.ragfinery.com. Throwing Basics (4 days) begins, Baker Creek Ceramics, 6-8:30pm, $140, 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com. See page 35. “Annie: The Musical,” Sehome High School Little Theatre, 7pm, $10 general / $8 students and seniors, 360-676-6481, sehomelittletheatre@gmail.com or www.sehomedrama.com. See page 12.

Birchwood Garden Club’s May Meeting: Summer Bulbs and Pollinators,” Whatcom

Museum Rotunda Room, 7-9pm. See page 30. Cupcakes and Process, Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7-8pm, free, 360-647-9242, sean@gigglewax.com. See page 12. Return to the Jazz Forest, WJMAC in the Studio Theatre at the Sylvia Center, 7-9pm, $20 general / $10 WJMAC members / $5 students, www.wjmac.org. See page 25. Scottish Country Dancing Classes, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm, $8 drop-in fee or free with punchcard, www.bellinghamscd.org. See page 5.

cover, 360-306-3917, eat1200@yahoo.com or www.4u2eat.net. 6-8pm, free / preregistration required, 360-752-5267, HWalker@peacehealth.org or www.peacehealth.org.

Project NeighborShare: Home Heating & Repair, Van Zandt Community Hall, 6:30-8pm,

free, 360-305-6939, southforkvalley@aol.com or www.facebook.com/events/182283922395832.

Writing for Children Class with Author Lois V. Harris (2 days) begins, Skagit Valley College,

6:30-8pm, $49, communityed@skagit.edu, www.mysvc.skagit.edu/news5.asp?pagenumb er=2771&campus=mv or 360-416-7638. “Annie: The Musical,” Sehome High School Little Theatre, 7pm. See page 12. BMC Night Beat: Pianist Michael Refvem, First Congregational Church, 7:30-9pm, $20 general / $15 seniors / take a teen for free, 360-3056526, bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com or www.bellinghammusicclub.org. See page 25. “Mimecycle,” Sylvia Center Studio Theater, 7:30pm, $12 general / $9 members, 360-3053524, info@sylviacenterforthearts.org or www.sylvia.center/events. See page 12. The Miho and Diego Duo, WWU PAC Concert Hall, 7:30-9:30pm, $10, 360-650-3130, https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/global-spice-worldmusic-series-presents-miho-and-diego-duo. See page 25-26. Marvin J’s Jazz Jam, Greene’s Corner, 8-10pm, no cover.

FRIDAY 5/4/2018 YWCA Leadership Power Breakfast: “The Changing Landscape of Love,” Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, 7-9am, $50 minimum donation requested, ywca@ywcabellingham.org, 360-734-4820 or www.ywcabellingham.org. See page 32.

Spring Book & Bake Sale and Plant Sale (to benefit the library), Deming Library, 10am5pm, free, 360-592-2422, www.wcls.org.

Movement As Medicine: 55+ Yoga, Forum de

Freedom, 11am-12:15pm, $10 suggested donation / bring your own mat, director@mindfuluse.org or www.mindfuluse.org.

THURSDAY 5/3/2018 Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699.

After School Pom-Pom Pets Mini-Workshop,

Village Books (Bellingham), 2pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event. Chair Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 3-3:45pm, free, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Illuminati Brewing Company, 5:30-8pm, no cover, 360-650-1066, jsherwoodjazzproject@gmail.com or www.jazzproject.org.

Live at the Piano Lounge: Adrian Clarke (blues to rock), Jansen Art Center, 5:30-7:30pm, free, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances.

“Promising Futures: Whatcom High School Student Art” Opening Reception, Jansen Art Center, 5:30-7pm, free, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or https://www.jansenartcenter.org/exhibit/ promising-futures-whatcom-county-highschool-student-art. See page 9-10.

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MAY 2018 Barkley Toasters (improve public speaking and

develop leadership skills), Dorothy Haggen Room, noon-1pm, guests are free, https://barkley.toastmastersclubs.org/index.cgi?me mberauth+Ptm2Ifmamr6sRtLJbWZQslcrB+loggedin. 18th Annual Children’s Art Walk, Downtown Bellingham, 6-9pm, free, info@alliedarts.org, www.alliedarts.org/childrens-art-walk-2 or 360-676-8548. See page 10. Bellingham Youth Jazz Band, Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building Courtyard, 6-7pm, free. See page 10.

Cuarto de Mayo (live music by Terry Palmer), The Green Barn, 6-9pm, free, 360-510-0654, lyndenmusicfestival@gmail.com or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. First Friday Artwalk, Downtown Anacortes, 6-9pm, free, gallery@scottmilo.com, 360-293-6938 or www.anacortesart.com. Imaginary Friends: Kid’s Art Walk, Make.Shift Art Space, 6-10pm, free, 360-933-1849, gallery@makeshiftproject.com or www.makeshiftproject.com/events/2018/5/4/ kids-art-walk-imaginary-friends. See page 10. May Art Show Opening Reception, Scott Milo Gallery, 6-9pm, free, 360-293-6938 or www.scottmilo.com. See page 10.

Reception: “From the Hands of Dorothy Deets,” Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery,

6-9pm, free, 360-734-1340, framr4u@aol.com or www.fourthcornerframes.com. See page 10. Terry Palmer, The Green Barn, 6-9pm, free, 360-510-0654, www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. See page 26.

The Whatcom Literacy Council’s 22nd Annual Trivia Bee, BTC Settlemyer Hall, 6-9:15pm, $15 adults / $5 kids under 12, 360-752-8678, events@whatcomliteracy.org or www.whatcomliteracy.org. See page 32.

Nuages: Django Jazz, Uisce, 7-9pm, no cover,

www.nuagesjazz.net. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 7pm, $10, 360-306-8531, info@baay.org or www.baay.org.

Take 5! @ the All City High School Jazz Show, Bellingham High School, 7-9pm, free. See page 27.

Thomas Harris Duo w/ Roger Yamashita (acoustic jazz), EAT Restaurant & Bar,

7-9:30pm, free, 360-306-3917, eat1200@yahoo.com or www.4u2eat.net. Throwback Dance Party (cha cha lesson at 7pm; nightclub two-step lesson at 9pm), The Majestic, 7-11pm, $12 general / $10 students, seniors and military, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm, $12-$25, tickets@lincolntheatre.org, www.lincolntheatre.org/event/woods or 360-336-8955. See page 12. “Mimecycle,” Sylvia Center Studio Theater, 7:30pm. See page 12.

SATURDAY 5/5/2018 Wallace Falls Hike, Central Cascades, 7am,

free / carpool fee, www.mountbakerclubsite.wordpress.com. Dueling Queens Chess Championship, Hotel Bellingham Airpot, 8am-7pm, $30 / $20 early bird, bellinghamchess@comcast.net, www.bellinghamchess.com/tournament.html or 360-676-2260. See page 31. Rummage & Bake Sale, St. Joseph Church (Ferndale), 8am-2pm, free / cash donations accepted.

James Presbyterian Fellowship Hall, 1:30-4pm, $5 donation suggested, bhamuke@gmail.com, www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com or 360-734-5259. See page 26.

Landscaping for Native Pollinators with WSU Whatcom Master Gardeners, South Whatcom Library, 2-3pm, free, 360-305-3632 or www.wcls.org. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm, $10, 360-306-8531, info@baay.org or baay.org. Story Time, Village Books (Lynden), 2pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/events. Traditional Jazz, VFW Hall, 2-5pm, $10 members / $6 students / $12 general, www.btjs.webs.com. See page 5.

Sudden Valley Jazz 2018 presents Lavon Harrison Quintet, Sudden Valley Dance Barn,

3-5:30pm, $20, kcsulkin@msn.com, 360-671-1709 or www.fswl.org. Procession of the Species Parade, Downtown Bellingham, 3:30-5:45pm, free, 360-788-7000, agrove@cob.org or www.bpots.org. See page 4.

Author Event: Nina Laden and “Yellow Kayak,” Village Books (Bellingham), 4pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

Lindsay Street (Irish and folk music), Old

and Larry’s Home (1685 Grandview Place), 9am-5pm, free, events@endruralpoverty.org, www.facebook.com/events/230496167496714 or 206-329-6244. See page 30.

World Deli, 6-8pm, all ages / no cover, 360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac.com or www.oldworlddeli1.com/music-events. “Annie: The Musical,” Sehome High School Little Theatre, 7pm. See page 12. Jamie Findlay Duo (acoustic jazz), EAT Restaurant & Bar, 7-9:30pm, free, 360-3063917, eat1200@yahoo.com or www.4u2eat.net. Luke Wallace in Concert, The Hall at Kennelly Keys (Anacortes), 7-9pm, $10, 360-708-7770. See page 32. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 7pm, $10, 360-306-8531, info@baay.org or baay.org. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12. “Mimecycle,” Sylvia Center Studio Theater, 7:30pm. See page 12.

Ragfinery, 10am-2pm, $60, 360-738-6977, hello@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com. Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon, free, 360-305-4534, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com.

7:30-9pm, free, 360-758-7145, www.wcls.org. See page 10. Rocky Vasalino Band, Main Street Bar and Grill, Ferndale, 8pm-midnight, $5, 360-778-2849.

Birchwood Garden Club’s 26th Annual Plant Sale, Bellingham Public Library, 9am-noon, free, www.birchwoodgardenclub.org. See page 30.

The Plant Guys’ Spring Rare Plant Sale, Bob

Boho Macrame Wall Hangings Workshop,

Friends of the Ferndale Library Annual Book & Plant Sale, Ferndale Library, 10am-5pm, free, 360-384-3647, www.wcls.org. See page 32.

Spring Book & Bake Sale and Plant Sale (to benefit the library), Deming Library, 10am5pm, free, 360-592-2422, www.wcls.org.

Your Cruising Questions Answered, Blaine Library, 10-11:30am, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. See page 36.

Story Time featuring Toni Yuly and “Thank You Bees,” Village Books (Bellingham),

10:30am, free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

Learn to Grow a Vegetable Garden, North Fork

Library, 11am-12:30pm, free, 360-599-2020, www.wcls.org. Gentle Mat Pilates Intro, Joy of Pilates, 11:30am12:30pm, free / RSVP, info@joypilates.net, 360-224-1433 or www.joyofpilates.net/specials.

Demo at Whatcom Art Market by featured artist Kath Piros, Whatcom Art Market, 1-3pm, www.whatcomartmarket.org or 360-738-8564. See page 9.

Bellingham Ukulele Group Monthly Jam, St.

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On an Acre Shy of Eternity: Micro Landscapes at the Edge with Robert Dash, Island Library,

SUNDAY 5/6/2018 Community Pancake Breakfast, Rome Grange,

8am-noon, adults $6, kids 6-10 $2, 5 and under free, 360-592-2705, geancress@gmail.com. See page 32. The Plant Guys’ Spring Rare Plant Sale, Bob and Larry’s Home (1685 Grandview Place), 9am-5pm. See page 30.

Beginning Jewelry Photography (4 sessions) begins, BMAG, 9:30am-1:30pm, $250, 360-788-5858, Info@BMAG-WA.org or www.BMAG-WA.org.

Growing Veterans Organic Plant Sale,

BelleWood Acres, 10am-3pm, 360-318-7720, info@bellewoodfarms.com or www.bellewoodfarms.com. See page 32. 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 35. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 2pm. See page 12. Nell Robinson and Jim Nunally Band, Nancy’s Farm, 2pm, $15, www.nancysfarm.com.

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MAY 2018 “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm, $10, 360-

306-8531, info@baay.org or www.baay.org. Sunday Chess Meetup, Bellingham Public Library, 2-5pm, free, www.meetup.com/BellinghamChess. See page 31.

Author Event: Jennifer Haupt and “In the Shadow of 10,000 Hills,” Village Books

(Bellingham), 4pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event. Bellingham Laughter Club, Elizabeth Park (near owl sculpture), 4-5pm, free, 360-734-4989, www.worldlaughtertour.com. See page 31.

Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Janette West Trio,

Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. Music & Trivia (with Marvin J), Greene’s Corner, 5-8pm, free, 360-303-7101, brock.t.blatter@gmail.com. Smart Recovery, Anacortes Center for Happiness, 6:30-7:30pm, by donation, 360-464-2229, info@anacortescenterforhappiness.org or www.anacortescenterforhappiness.org.

MONDAY 5/7/2018 Master Gardener Plant Diagnostic Clinic,

Bellingham Public Library, 5-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7210, dbrewer@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Meditation Monday, Anacortes Center for Happiness, 5:45-6:30pm, $3 suggested donation, 360-464-2229. Dahlia Planting 101 (with coffee and refreshments), Laurel Grange, 7-9pm, free, wcdspublicity@gmail.com.

TUESDAY 5/8/2018 Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser,

The Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699.

Ferndale Book Group (“The Snow Child” by Eowyn Ivey), Ferndale Library 2:30-4pm, free,

Young Artists Club (grades 6-12), Ferndale

“Annie: The Musical,” Sehome High School

Smoking Meats for Beginners, Blaine Library,

Astronomy Meeting, WECU Auditorium

Library, 3-4:30pm. See page 9.

4-5:30pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Marvin Johnson, Lovitt Restaurant, 5:307:30pm, free, 360-303-7101.

Diversión Familiar/Family Fun (noche de cuentos, juegos, actividades y convivencia para toda la familia en Español), Lynden Library, 6-8pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

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 34.

Photography Club Monthly Meeting,

Sustainable Living Center, 7-9pm, free to check us out / membership $25 annually, CarolSheppardPhotography@gmail.com or www.bellinghamphotographyclub.zenfolio.com. See page 31. Tardo Hammer Trio, WJMAC in the Studio Theatre at the Sylvia Center, 7-9pm, $20 general / $10 WJMAC members / $5 students, www.wjmac.org. See page 26. FloWednesdays with Steve Remo, Center for Mindful Use, 7:30-9:30pm, free / love donations accepted, director@mindfuluse.org or www.mindfuluse.org. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12. Scottish Country Dancing Classes, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm. See page 5.

THURSDAY 5/10/2018 Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699. See page 7.

360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Children’s Book Illustrator James Michael “Jamichael” Henterly, Whatcom Museum Old

Public Library, 4-5pm, free, 360-755-0760, jennyc@burlingtonwa.gov or www.burlingtonwa.gov/library. See page 4.

Bookworms Garden Club (plant and harvest the library learning garden), Deming Library,

BPL Teens: Invention Lab (age 13+), Burlington

Home Item Repair Workshop (toys, small kitchen appliances, electric tools), Bellingham Public Library, 5-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7217, www.nwfreerepairs.wordpress.com or jjohnson@cob.org. Music Night: Violin with Amelia, Lynden Library, 6-7pm, free, 360-354-4883, www.wcls.org.

Bellingham Evening Toastmasters Meeting

(supportive environment for developing your speaking and leadership skills), Spring Creek Retirement Center, 7-8:30pm, free, patrickmcginty@yahoo.com or http://4470.toastmastersclubs.org. Weekly International Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9:30pm, 1st session free / $5 thereafter, safdancers@hotmail.com or 360-766-6866. See page 5.

City Hall, 11:30am-1pm, free, 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org. See page 36.

3-4pm, free, 360-592-2422, www.wcls.org. Chair Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 3-3:45pm, free, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Illuminati Brewing Company, 5:30-8pm.

Live at the Piano Lounge: J.P. Falcon Grady (acoustic guitarist, singer, songwriter), Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances.

Little Theatre, 7pm. See page 12.

(Ferndale), 7-9pm, free, www.whatcomastronomy.org. See page 31. “Gender Revolution,” Lincoln Theatre, 7-9pm, free / donations accepted, www.lincolntheatre.org. See page 6.

Ruby Flambe (acoustic ukulele and piano),

EAT Restaurant & Bar, 7-9:30pm, free, 360-306-3917, eat1200@yahoo.com or www.4u2eat.net. Marvin J’s Jazz Jam, Greene’s Corner, 8-10pm, no cover. Open Mic, EAT Restaurant & Bar, 8:30-9:30pm, no cover, 360-306-3917, eat1200@yahoo.com or www.4u2eat.net.

FRIDAY 5/11/2018 Tursi Trail/Lighthouse Point Hike with Mount Baker Club, 8:45am, free / carpool fee, www.mountbakerclubsite.wordpress.com.

Movement As Medicine: 55+ Yoga, Forum de

Freedom, 11am-12:15pm, $10 suggested donation / bring your own mat, director@mindfuluse.org or www.mindfuluse.org. Sons of Norway Potluck/Program, Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 6pm, bring something to share / enter from the north side, 360-715-2186.

Diamond Antiques

In the heart of Bellingham BUY SELL ESTATE LIQUIDATION 1806 Cornwall Avenue Bellingham, WA 98225 www.rubylane.com/shop/diamondantique

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WEDNESDAY 5/9/2018 Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, $62, 360-319-6115. See page 9.

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Doris Mae Bajema, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, free,

360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances. Ukulele Fun & Song Circle (beginners welcome; loaners available), Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1-2pm. See page 25. Submit your event info online at www.ennw.info/submit-an-event. Thank you!

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MAY 2018 48.48 Theater Festival, Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 6:30pm / 7:30pm / 10pm, $20 general / $16 members, www.sylvia.center/events or info@sylviacenterforthearts.org. See page 12. “Annie: The Musical,” Sehome High School Little Theatre, 7pm. See page 12.

Author Event: Christine Wallace and “Sea of a Thousand Words,” Village Books (Bellingham), 7pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event. Nuages: Django Jazz, Uisce, 7-9pm, no cover, www.nuagesjazz.net. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 7pm, $10, 360306-8531, info@baay.org or www.baay.org.

Thomas Harris Duo with Conner Helms (jazz), EAT Restaurant & Bar, 7-9:30pm, no cover, 360-306-3917, eat1200@yahoo.com or www.4u2eat.net. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12.

SATURDAY 5/12/2018 27th Annual WSU Whatcom County Master Gardener Plant Sale, Hovander Homestead

Park, 9am-2pm, free, www.whatcom.wsu.edu/ch/plantsale.html. See page 30. Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon. Needle Felted Fairy Workshop, Ragfinery, 10am-1pm, $35, 360-738-6977, hello@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com. Sea Skills Boating Festival (training, workshop, ferry rides, food trucks, and kids’ craft table), Blaine Harbor Gate #2, 10am-5pm, free, 360-332-6484, XO@boatingisfun.org or www.boatingisfun.org. See page 31. Smoking Meats for Beginners, Blaine Library, 1011:30am, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Sumas Book Club (“Half Broke Horses” by Jeanette Walls), Sumas Library, 10-11am, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Whatcom Art Market (meet featured artist Pam Pontious), Whatcom Art Market, 11am-3pm, 360-738-8564, www.whatcomartmarket.org. See page 9.

Bokashi: Indoor Food Waste Composting,

North Fork Library, 11am-12:30m, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. Pilates Introductory Reformer Class, Joy of Pilates, 11:30am-12:30pm, $15 / RSVP, 360-224-1433, info@joypilates.net or www.joyofpilates.net/specials.

“Censational Census Strategies for Genealogists” with Mary Kircher-Roddy,

Burlington Senior Community Center, 1-3pm, free, genealogy0715@gmail.com, 360424-4608 or www.skagitvalleygenealogy.org. “Annie: The Musical,” Sehome High School Little Theatre, 2pm. See page 12. “Breaking Silence,” Bellingham High School, 2pm & 7:30pm, $20 general / $15 seniors and students, $5 youth, info@kulshanchorus.org or www.kulshanchorus.org. See page 24.

Log Cabin Knitting (beginners welcome; 2 days) begins, Ragfinery, 2-4pm, $45,

360-738-6977, hello@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm, $10, 360306-8531, info@baay.org or www.baay.org. The Haynie Opry Presents, Haynie Grange, 3pm, $5. See page 26. Deming Teen Art Showcase Reception (exhibit displays May 7-19), Deming Library, 3:30-5pm, free, 360-592-2422, www.wcls.org.

Bellingham Roller Betties Semi-Finals Bout,

Whatcom Community College Pavilion, 5-9pm, $14 adults / $6 kids 8-12 / free kids 7 and under, marketing@bellinghamrollerbetties.com, http://bellinghamrollerbetties.com or 360-383-3000. See page 31.

Spring Benefit Dinner: Stories From The Great Outdoors, BTC Settlemyer Hall, 5-8:30pm, $100, 360-990-0225, jenn@whatcomlandtrust.org or www.whatcomlandtrust.org. See page 32.

Meghan Yates & The Reverie Machine (acoustic), Old World Deli, 6-8pm, all ages / no cover, 360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac.com or www.oldworlddeli1.com/music-events.

Spaceband: A Fundraiser for Bellingham Childcare & Learning Center, Boundary Bay Brewery, 6-10pm, $10 general / $5 kids 12 & under, info@bellinghamchildcare.com or 360-676-0950. See page 32. Penny Stinkers, Uisce, 7-10pm, no cover, www.facebook.com/pennystinkers.

Author Event: Jennifer Worick and “What’s Your M.O.?: Live Your Best Life the Michelle Obama Way,” Village Books (Bellingham), 7pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

Contra Dance, Fairhaven Library, 7-10:30pm,

$8-$10 general / $6 students by donation, www.bellinghamcountrydance.org or dance@januscom.com. See page 5. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 7pm, $10, 360306-8531, info@baay.org or www.baay.org. The Haynie Opry Presents, Haynie Grange, 7-9pm, $10 / kids under 12 free, 360-366-3321. See page 26. 48.48 Theater Festival, Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm / 10pm, $20 general / $16 members, info@sylviacenterforthearts.org or www.sylvia.center/events. See page 12.

Firefly Concert Series: Kathy Kallick Band,

Jansen Art Center, 7:30-9:30pm, $25, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/kathy-kallick-band. See page 26. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12.

Out of this World!: A Tribute to David Maslanka, First Congregational Church of

Bellingham, 7:30-9pm, $15 adults / $5 students, bellinghamchambermusic@gmail.com, 360303-4014 or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org. See page 26.

WWU Collegium Musicum Annual Concert,

WWU PAC Concert Hall (155), 7:30-9:30pm, free, 360-650-2282, Bertil.VanBoer@wwu.edu or https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/collgiummusicum-annual-concert. See page 26. The Walrus, The Old Edison Inn, 8:30-11:30pm, no cover.

SUNDAY 5/13/2018 Annual Mother’s Day on the Farm, BelleWood

Farms, 10am-3pm, 360-318-7720, info@bellewoodfarms.com or www.bellewoodfarms.com. See page 4. Mother’s Day Plein Air Painting, Big Rock Garden, 10am-3pm, free, 360-778-7700, trish. harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net. See page 10. Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm. See page 35. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 2pm. See page 12. Jazz 2nd Sunday, Anacortes Public Library, 2-3:30pm, free, 360-293-1910, www.jazzatthelibrary.com. See page 27. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm, $10, 360-306-8531, info@baay.org or baay.org. Sunday Chess Meetup, Bellingham Public Library, 2-5pm. See page 31.

Tea with Mom or Grandma in the Book Fare Cafe, Village Books (Bellingham), 2-3:30pm,

$6, www.villagebooks.com/event. See page 4.

Bellingham House Concert featuring the Girsky Quartet, First Congregational Church of Bellingham, 3pm, $15 general / $5 students, bellinghamhouseconcerts@gmail.com, 360661-5984 or www.Bellinghamhouseconcerts.com. See page 27.

Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Blue Root Quartet, Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. Music & Trivia (with Marvin J), Greene’s Corner, 5-8pm, free, 360-303-7101, brock.t.blatter@gmail.com.

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MAY 2018 Dances of Universal Peace Mount Vernon,

Skagit Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 6-8pm, free / by donation, 360-629-9190, jstplnfolk@gmail.com or www.seattledup.org. Smart Recovery, Anacortes Center for Happiness, 6:30-7:30pm, by donation, 360-464-2229 or www.anacortescenterforhappiness.org. The April Verch Band, Nancy’s Farm, 7-9pm, $15, 360-739-5651, info@nancysfarm.com or www.nancysfarm.com.

MONDAY 5/14/2018 Whatcom Genealogical Society Meeting, Bellingham Elks Lodge, 2-4pm, free, 360-733-3333. See page 35.

Master Gardener Plant Diagnostic Clinic, Bellingham Public Library, 5-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7210, dbrewer@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Meditation Monday, Anacortes Center for Happiness, 5:45-6:30pm, $3 suggested donation, 360-464-2229 or www.anacortescenterforhappiness.org.

Books on Tap (“The Orphan Master’s Son: A Novel” by Adam Johnson), El Agave 2,

6:30-8pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

TUESDAY 5/15/2018 Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser,

The Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699.

Free Info Session on Becoming a U.S. Citizen, Point Roberts Library, 6-7pm, free, 360-752-8678, events@whatcomliteracy.org or www.whatcomliteracy.org/events.

Bellingham Evening Toastmasters Meeting

(supportive environment for developing your speaking and leadership skills), Spring Creek Retirement Center, 7-8:30pm, free, patrickmcginty@yahoo.com or http://4470.toastmastersclubs.org.

Books on Tap (“Mayflower” by Nathaniel Philbrick), North Fork Brewery, 7-8:30pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Excellence NW Mini-Workshop featuring Dawn Harju: “Where I End & You Begin,”

Village Books (Bellingham), 7pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event. Weekly International Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9:30pm, 1st session free / $5 after, 360-766-6866, safdancers@hotmail.com.

WEDNESDAY 5/16/2018 Club 60 Toastmasters (improve your public

speaking and develop leadership skills), Dorothy Haggen Room, 7-8am, guests are free, www.toastmasters.org/Find-a-Club/00000060bellingham-toastmasters-club-60. Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, $62, 360-319-6115. See page 9.

Young Artists Club (grades 6-12), Ferndale Library, 3-4:30pm. See page 9. Marvin Johnson, Lovitt Restaurant, 5:307:30pm, free, 360-303-7101.

Diversión Familiar/Family Fun (noche de cuentos, juegos, actividades y convivencia para toda la familia en Español), Lynden Library, 6-8pm, free, 360-305-3637.

Hand Embroidered Hankies, Ragfinery, 6-8pm, $25, 360-738-6977 or www.ragfinery.com.

BUG Song Circle, Roeder Home, 7-8:30pm, by

donation, 360-510-4386, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com. See pg. 26. Free Life Design Mini-Workshop, Village Books Bellingham, 7-8pm, free, 360-441-1195, Daimon@DaimonSweeney.com or www.facebook.com/events/214126496012188.

Grammy Winning Trumpeter Brian Lynch,

Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest Awards Ceremony, Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 7-9pm,

free, http://boyntonpoetrycontest.wordpress.com. See page 34. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12. “Catalina Sunshine,” Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm, $8-$20, www.idiomtheater.com/tickets. See page 12. “The Gun Show,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30pm, $15, 360-296-1753, BellinghamTheatreWorks@gmail.com or www.sylviacenterforthearts.org/events/ category/shows. See page 12. Marvin J’s Jazz Jam, Greene’s Corner, 8-10pm, no cover. Skagit River Poetry Festival, various venues, $40-$100. See page 34.

WJMAC in the Studio Theatre at the Sylvia Center, 7-9pm, $20 general / $10 WJMAC members / $5 students, www.wjmac.org. See page 27. Learn to Think on Your Feet (adults and teens 14+), Improv Playworks Studio, 7-9pm, free, 360-756-0756, sheila@improvplayworks.com or www.improvplayworks.com. See page 35. NowHearThis!, WWU PAC Concert Hall, 7:30-9:30pm, free, 360-650-3130, https://cfpa. wwu.edu/event/nowhearthis-3. See page 27. Scottish Country Dancing Classes, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm. See page 5. Skagit River Poetry Festival, various venues, $40$100, 360-422-6033, directorsrpp@gmail.com or www.skagitriverpoetry.org. See page 34.

THURSDAY 5/17/2018 Crones Circle Gathering, The Willows,

10-11:30am, free, 360-595-4485. See page 31.

Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser,

The Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699. See page 7. Hattie Strother Chapter Meeting, member home, 1:30-4:30pm, free, 360-733-5873, daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com or www.questers1944.org. See page 35. Chair Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 3-3:45pm, free, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Illuminati Brewing Company, 5:30-8pm.

Live at the Piano Lounge: Paul Klein (piano), Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances.

Author Event: Joy Passanante and “Through A Long Absence: Words From My Father’s Wars,” Village Books (Bellingham), 7pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

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

noon-2:30pm, $20 (must reserve), 360-9334669, Information@whatcomnewcomers.org or www.whatcomnewcomers.org.

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Lorraine Robinson, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, free, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances.

Friends of the Anacortes Library Art Exhibit,

Anacortes Public Library Community Room, 1-2pm, free, 360-299-9584. See page 11. Ukulele Fun & Song Circle (beginners welcome; loaners available), Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1-2pm. See page 25. Submit your event info online at www.ennw.info/submit-an-event. Thank you!

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MAY 2018 FRIDAY 5/18/2018 Lummi Ferry Ride/Bike/Hike, Lummi Island, 9:45am, ferry fee of $7 per person/bike, www.mountbakerclubsite.wordpress.com.

19th Annual Shoe Drive & Anniversary Sale,

12th Street Shoes, 10am-5pm, free, 3 60-733-2066, info@12thstreetshoes.com or www.12thstreetshoes.com. See page 32. Movement As Medicine: 55+ Yoga, Forum de Freedom, 11am-12:15pm, $10 suggested donation / bring your own mat, director@mindfuluse.org or www.mindfuluse.org. Barkley Toasters (improve public speaking and develop leadership skills), Dorothy Haggen Room, noon-1pm, guests are free, https://barkley.toastmastersclubs.org/index.cgi?me mberauth+Ptm2Ifmamr6sRtLJbWZQslcrB+loggedin.

Extreme Experimental Drawing: Works on Paper with Trish Harding (5 sessions) begins, WCC, 1-3:30pm, $179, 360-383-3200, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.whatcom.ctc.edu.

Books & Bites (“The Unquiet Dead” by Ausma Zehanat Khan), Blaine Library,

1-2:30pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. Rockin’ for The RE Store, Boundary Bay Brewery, 5-10pm, free, bham@re-store.org, 360-6475921 or www.re-store.org. See page 33. Third Friday Coffeehouse, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, 6:30-8:30pm, free, 509-675-1722, or starsong816@gmail.com. See page 28. Kevin Woods Duo (jazz), EAT Restaurant & Bar, 7-9:30pm, no cover, 360-306-3917, eat1200@yahoo.com or www.4u2eat.net. Nuages: Django Jazz, Uisce, 7-9pm, no cover, www.nuagesjazz.net. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 7pm, $10, 360-306-8531, info@baay.org or baay.org. Prom Night with Kuhl and the Gang, Majestic, 7:15-10pm, $10 general / $7 members and students, 360-734-5676, bhamusabda@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com. See page 5. “Catalina Sunshine,” Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm, $8-$20, www.idiomtheater.com/tickets. See page 12. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12. “It Can’t Happen Here,” Phil Tarro Theatre, 7:30pm, $12 general / free for SVC students with ID, damond.morris@skagit.edu or www.mysvc.skagit.edu/directory. asp?pagenumber=249. See page12. “The Gun Show,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30-8:45pm. See page 12.

Fritz & the Freeloaders (rock, pop, country and more), Honey Moon Mead & Cider, 8:1510:45pm, no cover, 360-734-0728 or www.honeymoonmeads.com/calendar. Skagit River Poetry Festival, various venues, $40-$100. See page 34.

SATURDAY 5/19/2018 Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser, Ferndale Senior

Activity Center, 8-11am, $6 general / $3 kids / free over 90 and under 3, 360-384-6244, activities.fsac@gmail.com. See page 33. Cascade Cuts Plant Sale, Cascade Cuts Nursery, 9am-4pm, free, 360-647-7093, diana@sustainableconnections.org or www.sustainableconnections.org/events/ cascade-cuts-plant-sale. See page 30.

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12th Street Shoes, 10am-5pm, free, 360-733-2066, info@12thstreetshoes.com or www.12thstreetshoes.com. See page 32. Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon.

DIY Essentials: Reverse Pattern Making (2 days) begins, Ragfinery, 10am-2pm, $49,

360-738-6977, hello@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com. International Plowing Match, Berthusen Park, 10am-3pm, free, 360-354-4111. See page 35.

North Fork Friends Book, Bake, and Plant Sale

(benefits library programs and maintenance), North Fork Library, 10am-4:30pm, free, 360-599-2020, www.wcls.org. Stackable Rings: 1 Day Workshop, Jansen Art Center, 11am-6pm, $95, 360-354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/stackable-ring.

Whatcom Art Market (meet featured artist Shawna Morris), Whatcom Art Market,

11am-3pm, 360-738-8564, www.whatcomartmarket.org. See page 9. TRX Workout, Joy of Pilates, 11:30am-12:30pm, free / RSVP, 360-224-1433, info@joypilates.net or www.joyofpilates.net/specials. Entertainment News Northwest ~ May 2018

Experience Reiki, Center for Spiritual Living,

1-3pm, 360-224-3335, sallyJL51@comcast.net.

Travel to India with Lawrence Pang, Blaine

Library, 1-2:30pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm, $10, 360-306-8531, info@baay.org or baay.org. Bellingham Chamber Chorale Concert, First Congregational Church, 3pm & 7:30pm, $20 adults / $15 seniors / $5 students with ID / free children under 6, http://bccsings.org/concerts. See page 28. Spring Norwegian Concert, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 3-5pm, $10 suggested donation / kids free, 206-399-9462, jamescheatle1@gmail.com. See page 29.

Author Event: Marian Exall & Richard Little, Village Books (Lynden), 4pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

Nick Taylor Trio (chamber groove jazz), Old World Deli, 6-8pm, all ages / no cover, 360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac.com or www.oldworlddeli1.com/music-events. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 7pm, $10, 360-306-8531, info@baay.org or baay.org.

“Spring Has Sprung, So Take a Walk and Dance in the Rain,” Blaine PAC, 7-8:30pm,

$10 general / free kids 5 and under, 360-9202964, www.daytodaydance.com/upcoming-event or daytodaydance@gmail.com. See page 5. Tea Seas Trio (jazz), EAT Restaurant & Bar, 7-9:30pm, free, 360-306-3917, eat1200@yahoo.com or www.4u2eat.net. “Catalina Sunshine,” Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm, $8-$20, www.idiomtheater.com/tickets. See page 12. Dailey and Vincent, Mount Baker Theatre, 7:30-9:30pm, $39.50 / $34.50 / $29.50 / $17.50, 360-734-6080, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com or www.mountbakertheatre.com. See page 29. “Into the Woods,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12. “It Can’t Happen Here,” Phil Tarro Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12. “The Gun Show,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30-8:45pm. See page 12. WSJS in Concert with Cheryl Hodge, Lovitt Restaurant, 7:30pm, $12, 360-483-8560 or info.wsjs@gmail.com. See page 29. Skagit River Poetry Festival, various venues, $40-$100. See page 34.

SUNDAY 5/20/2018 19th Annual Shoe Drive & Anniversary Sale, 12th Street Shoes, 10am-5pm, free, 360733-2066, info@12thstreetshoes.com or www.12thstreetshoes.com. See page 32.

North Fork Friends Book, Bake, and Plant Sale

(benefits library programs and maintenance), North Fork Library, 10am-4:30pm, free, 360-599-2020, www.wcls.org. Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm. See page 35. Pickett House Museum Tour, Pickett House Museum, 1-4pm, free, 360-733-5873, daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com. See page 35. “Really Rosie,” BAAY Theatre, 2pm, $10, 360-306-8531, info@baay.org or baay.org. Sunday Waltz Tea, Bellingham Dance Company at the Majestic, 2-4pm, $12 general / $10 students, seniors and military, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. See page 5.

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MAY 2018 Sunday Chess Meetup, Bellingham Public

Library, 2-5pm. See page 31. “Carmina Burana,” Mount Baker Theatre, 3-5pm, $15-$54, 360-734-6080, or Info@WhatcomSymphony.com. See page 29. Jazz Celebration X, First Baptist Church, Bellingham, 3-5pm, $15, http://stormsmusicservices.com/jazz-celebration-x. See page 29 NookChat: Community Storytelling, Everson Library, 3-4:30pm, free, 360-966-5100, www.wcls.org. See page 35.

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

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

Music & Trivia (with Marvin J), Greene’s

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Nell Veenstra,

Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, free, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances. Ukulele Fun & Song Circle (beginners welcome; loaners available), Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1-2pm. See page 25. Young Artists Club (grades 6-12), Ferndale Library, 3-4:30pm. See page 9. Marvin Johnson, Lovitt Restaurant, 5:307:30pm, free, 360-303-7101.

Diversión Familiar/Family Fun (noche de cuentos, juegos, actividades y convivencia para toda la familia en Español), Lynden Library, 6-8pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Corner, 5-8pm, free, 360-303-7101, brock.t.blatter@gmail.com. Smart Recovery, Anacortes Center for Happiness, 6:30-7:30pm, by donation, 360-464-2229 or info@anacortescenterforhappiness.org.

“The Fight Against Human Trafficking” with Sue Ann Heutink, Blaine Library, 6:30-8pm,

MONDAY 5/21/2018

WJMAC in the Studio Theatre at the Sylvia Center, 7-9pm, $20 general / $10 WJMAC members / $5 students, www.wjmac.org. See page 29. Scottish Country Dancing Classes, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm. See page 5.

Ferndale Cookbook Club: Savory Baking, Ferndale Library, 6:30-8pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

TUESDAY 5/22/2018 Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699.

“Walk on the Wild Side” Presentation Series: “Marine Mammals & Waterfowl” (no-host food and beverages with door prizes),

free, 360-305-3637. See page 36.

Bellingham Youth Jazz Band, Lovitt Restaurant,

THURSDAY 5/24/2018 10am-6pm. See page 33.

Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser,

The Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699. See page 7. Chair Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 3-3:45pm, free, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Illuminati Brewing Company, 5:30-8pm.

Author Event: Kai Carlson-Wee & Kristiana Kahakauwila, Village Books (Bellingham), 7pm,

Learn to Think on Your Feet (adults and teens 14+), Improv Playworks Studio, 7-9pm. See page 35.

Weekly International Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9:30pm, 1st session free / $5 thereafter, 360-766-6866 or safdancers@hotmail.com. See page 5.

WEDNESDAY 5/23/2018 Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Ski to Sea Book Sale, Belllingham Public Library, 10am-6pm, free, 360-778-7250, friendslibrary3@gmail.com. See page 33. Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, $62, 360-319-6115. See page 9. Bellingham City Club, Northwood Hall, 11:30-1:30pm, $13 members / $18 nonmembers / $5 adults (under 29) in advance; $15 members / $20 non-members at the door, info@bellinghamcityclub.org or www.bellinghamcityclub.org. See page 31.

South Whatcom Library, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. Fairhaven Fourth Friday Art Walk, Historic Fairhaven Village, 5-8pm, free, 206-696-2671, scott@scottwardart.com or www.fairhavenartwalk.com. See page 11. “Wild Wabbits”: Meet the Artist, Good Earth Pottery, 5-8pm, free, 360-671-3998, theteam@goodearthpots.com or www.goodearthpots.com. See page 11.

Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Ski to Sea Book Sale, Belllingham Public Library,

(supportive environment for developing your speaking and leadership skills), Spring Creek Retirement Center, 7-8:30pm, free, patrickmcginty@yahoo.com or http://4470.toastmastersclubs.org. 7-9pm, free, www.whatcommuseum.org or 360-778-8930. See page 36.

Valley Writers with C.J. Prince (bring a pen, paper, or digital device and an open mind),

7-9pm, no cover, 360-671-7143. See page 26.

Live at the Piano Lounge: Soul Shadows (Skip Williams, keyboard and vocals / Goldtooth Ray, bass guitar), Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm,

“Avian Evolution: How Birds Got to Be Birds,” Whatcom Museum Old City Hall,

Artwood Gallery, 6pm, free, 360-647-1628, artwood@qwestoffice.net or www.artwoodgallery.com. See page 11. Movement As Medicine: 55+ Yoga, Forum de Freedom, 11am-12:15pm, $10 suggested donation / bring your own mat, director@mindfuluse.org or www.mindfuluse.org.

Harold Mabern & Terrel Stafford Together,

Masquerade Wine Company, 6-7pm, free, 360-733-2080, events@whatcomhumane.org or www.whatcomhumane.org/events.

Bellingham Evening Toastmasters Meeting

30 Year Celebration/4th Friday Artwalk,

no cover, info@jansenartcenter.org, www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances or 360-354-3600. free, www.villagebooks.com/event.

House Concert with James Higgins and the Daft Rascals (Scottish/Irish), Chuckanut

Center, 7:30-9pm, $5-$10, 470-236-8374, Chuckanutcenter@gmail.com or www.chuckanutcenter.org. “The Aliens,” Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm, $20 general / $15 members, info@sylviacenterforthearts.org or www.sylvia.center/events. See page 12. “The Gun Show,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30pm. See page 12. Wind Symphony, WWU PAC Concert Hall (155), 7:30-9:30pm, free, 360-650-3130, https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/windsymphonysymphonic-band. See page 30. Marvin J’s Jazz Jam, Greene’s Corner, 8-10pm, no cover.

FRIDAY 5/25/2018 Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Ski to Sea Book Sale (half-price day), Belllingham Public Library, 10am-6pm. See page 33.

Ski to Sea Book Sale, Everson Library, 10am5pm, free, 360-966-5100, www.wcls.org. See page 33.

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CALENDAR

MAY 2018 Whatcom Art Market at Fairhaven’s Fourth Friday Art Walk (meet featured artist Susan Averre), Whatcom Art Market, 6-8pm,

360-738-8564, www.whatcomartmarket.org. See page 9. BAAY Dance Company Showcase, BAAY Theatre, 7-8pm, by donation at the door, 360306-8531, info@baay.org or www.baay.org. Nuages: Django Jazz, Uisce, 7-9pm, no cover, www.nuagesjazz.net. Tea Seas Trio (jazz), EAT Restaurant & Bar, 7-9:30pm, no cover, www.4u2eat.net. “It Can’t Happen Here,” Phil Tarro Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12. “The Aliens,” Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm with special reception pre-performance. “The Gun Show,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30pm. See page 12.

SATURDAY 5/26/2018 Pancake Breakfast, American Legion Post 154,

8-11am, $6 adults / $3 kids 6-12 / free age 5 and free, 360-384-5595. See page 33. Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon.

Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Ski to Sea Book Sale ($4 bag day), Belllingham Public Library, 10am-1pm. See page 33.

Lummi Island Artists’ Studio Tour, Lummi

Island, 10am-5pm, free, 360-317-5807, ria@ria-harboe.com. See page 11. Ski to Sea Book Sale, Everson Library, 10am5pm. See page 33.

Beginning Kiln Enameling: 1 Day Workshop,

Jansen Art Center, 11am-4pm, $75, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/beginningkiln-enameling-2. “Macbeth” (NT Live), Historic Lincoln Theatre, 1-5pm, $14-$18, 360-336-8955, www.lincolntheatre.org/film/nt-live-macbeth-0 or tickets@lincolntheatre.org. See page 12. Intro to Eco Printing, Ragfinery, 2-5pm, $66, 360-738-6977, hello@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com. The Bushwackers (country), Old World Deli, 6-8pm, no cover, oldworlddeli1@mac.com, 360738-2090 or www.oldworlddeli1.com/music-events. BAAY Dance Company Showcase, BAAY Theatre, 7-8pm, by donation at the door, 360-306-8531 or www.baay.org. Jamie Findlay Duo (acoustic jazz), EAT Restaurant & Bar, 7-9:30pm, free, 360-306-3917 or www.4u2eat.net. “It Can’t Happen Here,” Phil Tarro Theatre, 7:30pm. See page 12.

“The Aliens,” Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm. See page 12. “The Gun Show,” Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7:30-8:45pm. See page 12.

SUNDAY 5/27/2018 Ski to Sea Race, Whatcom County. See page 31. Annual Ski-to-Sea Seconds Sale, Good Earth Pottery, 10am-5pm. See page 11.

Glaze Technology: 6-Week Ceramic Class begins, Jansen Art Center, 2-4:30pm, $175, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/glazetechnology-4.

Chuckanut Radio Hour featuring Nicola Griffith, WCC Heiner Theater, 6:30-8pm, $5, www.villagebooks.com/event. See page 34.

Bellingham Evening Toastmasters Meeting

11am-2pm, 360-738-8564. See page 9.

(supportive environment for developing your speaking and leadership skills), Spring Creek Retirement Center, 7-8:30pm, free, patrickmcginty@yahoo.com or http://4470.toastmastersclubs.org. Weekly International Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9:30pm, 1st session free / $5 after, 360-766-6866, safdancers@hotmail.com.

Theatre, 1pm, $17-$23, 360-336-8955, www.lincolntheatre.org/film/met-live-hd-cendrillon or tickets@lincolntheatre.org. See page 12-13.

Club 60 Toastmasters (improve your public

Lummi Island Artists’ Studio Tour, Lummi Island, 10am-5pm. See page 11.

Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm. See page 35.

Demo at Whatcom Art Market by featured artist Susan Averre, Whatcom Art Market,

“Cendrillion” (Met Live in HD), Historic Lincoln

Fourth Sunday: Audubon at the Museum,

Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 1:30-3:30pm, free with admission, 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org. Art of Jazz Guitar Summit, 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: Sonja Lee Quartet,

MONDAY 5/28/2018 Mindport’s Correspondence Club, Mindport Exhibits, 10:30am-12:30pm, free, 360-647-5614, publicity@mindport.org or www.mindport.org. See page 11.

Master Gardener Plant Diagnostic Clinic,

TUESDAY 5/29/2018 Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699.

WEDNESDAY 5/30/2018 speaking and develop leadership skills), Dorothy Haggen Room, 7-8am, guests are free, www.toastmasters.org/Find-a-Club/00000060bellingham-toastmasters-club-60. Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, $62, 360-319-6115. See page 9.

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Karen Scholten, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, free, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances.

Ukulele Fun & Song Circle (beginners welcome; loaners available), Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1-2pm. See page 25.

Bowl Throwing: 6 Weeks Ceramics Class begins, Jansen Art Center, 2-4:30pm, $175.00,

360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/bowl-throwing. Young Artists Club (grades 6-12), Ferndale Library, 3-4:30pm. See page 9. Marvin Johnson, Lovitt Restaurant, 5:307:30pm, free, 360-303-7101.

Diversión Familiar/Family Fun (noche de cuentos, juegos, actividades y convivencia para toda la familia en Español), Lynden Library, 6-8pm, free, www.wcls.org.

Sashiko Style Mending, Ragfinery, 6-8pm, $27, 360-319-9898, hello@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com. Swingnuts Jazz, Rockfish Grill (Anacortes), 6-9pm, free, 360-588-1720, swingnutsjazz@gmail.com or www.anacortesrockfish.com/index.cfm.

Eat Your Words Cookbook Club: Picnic Fare,

South Whatcom Library, 6:30-8pm, free / bring a dish to share and the cookbook you used, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. Brad Shigeta Quartet, WJMAC in the Studio Theatre at the Sylvia Center, 7-9pm, $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members free, www.wjmac.org. See page 30. Composers of Western (C.O.W.), WWU PAC Concert Hall, 7:30-9:30pm, free, 360-6503130, https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/composerswestern-cow-4. See page 30. Scottish Country Dancing Classes, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm. See page 5.

THURSDAY 5/31/2018 Gentle Yoga Classes with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am, 360-656-6699.

Chair Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 3-3:45pm, free, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

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

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MAY 2018 Live at the Piano Lounge: Terhi M. Broersma and Kathleen Dean, Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm,

no cover, info@jansenartcenter.org, www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances or 360-354-3600. Free Talk with The Green Reaper, Village Books, 7-9pm, free, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com/event. See page 36. “The Aliens,” Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm. See page 12. “The Wolves,” Firehouse PAC, 7:30pm, $15, www.bellinghamtheatreworks.org. See page 13. Marvin J’s Jazz Jam, Greene’s Corner, 8-10pm.

FRIDAY 6/1/2018 Couples and Addiction Recovery: A Gottman Approach for Therapists Counselors, and Addiction Professionals, Hotel Bellwether, 8:30am-4pm, $250, 360-738-9880, drrobertnavarra.com. See page 35.

Author Event: Amber Casali and “Hiking Washington’s Fire Lookouts,” Village Books

(Bellingham), 7pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event. Rocky Vasalino Show, Steakhouse 9, 7-11pm, $25, lyndenmusicfestival@gmail.com, 360510-0654 or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. See page 28. Bayshore Symphony Spring Concerts, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (Mount Vernon), 7:309:30pm, $15 suggested donation / free kids 12 and under, 360-223-5432, director@bayshoremusicproject.com or www.bayshoremusicproject.com. See page 30. “Cinderella,” Mount Baker Theatre, 7:30pm, $10-$35, info@northwestballet.org, 360-7141246 or www.northwestballet.org. See page 6. “The Aliens,” Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm. See page 12.

Giant Fund-Raising Rummage Sale, Trinity

Lutheran Church, 9am-3pm, free, 360-7342770, church@trinitybellingham.org or www.trinitybellingham.org. See page 33. Movement As Medicine: 55+ Yoga, Forum de Freedom, 11am-12:15pm, $10 suggested donation / bring your own mat, www.mindfuluse.org.

Opening Reception: “Spirit of Place” with Claudia Nix, Trish Harding School of Art at

Studio UFO, 6-9pm, free, 360-319-6115, trish. harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net. See page 10.

Author Event: Lucy Jane Bledsoe and “Evolution of Love,” Village Books

(Bellingham), 7pm, free, www.villagebooks.com/event. “The Aliens,” Sylvia Center Lucas Hicks Theater, 7:30pm. See page 12. “The Wolves,” Firehouse PAC, 7:30pm, $15, www.bellinghamtheatreworks.org. See page 13.

SATURDAY 6/2/2018 A Roadmap for the Journey, A Workshop for Couples in Recovery from Addiction (2 days), Hotel Bellwether, 8:30am-4pm, $250, 360738-9880, drrobertnavarra.com. See page 35. Giant Fund-Raising Rummage Sale, Trinity Lutheran Church, 9am-3pm. See page 33.

Inaugural Bellingham Scottish Gathering,

Hovander Park (Ferndale), 9am-5pm, $15 general / $12 students, seniors, active military / $40 family / free kids 5 and under, Facebook.com/scottishdance.org or scottishdancesociety.org. See page 3.

27th Annual San Juan Island Artists’ Studio Tour, San Juan Island Studios, 10am-5pm, free, 360-378-7110, danormary@gmail.com or www.sanjuanislandartists.com. See page 11. Anacortes Waterfront Festival, Cap Sante Marina, 10am-6pm, free, 360-293-7911, https://anacortes.org/waterfront-festival or events@anacortes.org. See page 4.

Demo at Whatcom Art Market by featured artist Jeanette Dushkin, Whatcom Art Market, 11am-3pm, 360-738-8564, www.whatcomartmarket.org. See page 9. Encaustic Demo at Studio UFO, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 1pm, free / by donation, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net. See page 10. 3rd Annual Hamster Crawl, Downtown Bellingham, 3-8pm, $25, 360-714-9355, https://events.cascadeconnections.org or hamsterevents@ccsite.org. See page 33.

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Breaking Silence by Marla Bronstein On May 12, join the Kulshan Chorus as they are “Breaking Silence” using spoken word, song, and dance to portray stories of oppression, inequality, and assault suffered by women. A timely subject, Dustin Willetts first came up with this concept two years ago after talking with a friend about sex trafficking in Thailand. Finding quality choral music Vanessa Daines, Jen Green, Kate Jen Green and Vanessa Daines with that focused on women’s issues of Stevenson and Yuki Matsukura. Kate Stevenson in the background. oppression and abuse was challenging. Willetts persevered. He has programmed would be exciting and thrilling, but it was Kate Stevenson pieces by Jake Runestad, a new and with Pam Kuntz. scary on a few levels. “Then of course,” upcoming composer; Moira Smiley, from she said, “that’s when I realized I had to Portland, who has written mostly for solo do it.” Her regular process is to create the have been discussing the emotional voice; composer Andrea Ramsey, UK’s movement, and then find the music to challenge of the text of the program. The Rag’n’Bone, whose rhythmic music is support it. For this project, she’d have to narration has been written as a beautifully layered with a soulful R&B work the other way around. collaborative project of Kuntz, Willetts, sound; and MILCK. and Green, the text weaving together “This is not song and movement. Green says of the community choir level storyline, “It’s my story; it’s the story of music,” Willetts many women in the chorus, and some declared. “These who will be in the audience. There may orchestrations are for be one person in the audience whose life up to 8 part is reinforced after doing all this work; to harmonies and are me, it will be worth it.” extremely difficult In the first half of the show, we meet and demanding.” Jen’s character, “Miriam” and learn her But that wasn’t all. story of trials and perseverance in the face Willetts wanted this of issues ranging from oppression to concert to be more domestic violence. The second half of the than just choral show is a call to action, and it is more Just a portion of the 120-voice Kulshan Chorus! music, and he envisioned dramatic and positive and joyous. Willetts hopes the choreographed elements to the show. He Keefe Healy is an actor and the audience will leave feeling encouraged knew he’d need a team. technical director at Bellingham High and inspired. Willetts first met choreographer Pam School. The two have spent many hours This will be the first time the 120-voice Kuntz (of Kuntz and Company) through a visualizing the staging; Healy has a lot of Kulshan Chorus will perform the same mutual friend in the fall of 2017. Willetts surprises in store for the audience as he program twice. “Usually the show sells had seen her prior work on various issues creates the physical space for this out weeks before the concert,” says such as child abuse, eating disorders, performance. Willetts. Two performances practically aging, dementia and Parkinson’s Disease, Jen Green, a former member of the ensures no one will be denied the noting her artistic brilliance and relevance. Kulshan Chorus, is the sole speaking voice opportunity to experience this special When Willetts described this project to in the production. Since rehearsals started show with a matinee at 2pm and evening her, she wanted to refuse it. She knew it for this concert, women in the chorus performance at 7:30pm. Willetts reached out to DVSAS (Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services) and WDRC (Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center). Staff from WDRC and DVSAS have attended rehearsals, and will be on hand at the performances with resources. A portion of the ticket profits will be donated to these organizations. Tickets are available through Brown Paper tickets, Village Books, and the Food Co-op. Additional information can be found at www.kulshanchorus.org. Note: Viewer discretion is advised. The subject may not be suitable for all ages. Photos courtesy of Dustin Willetts.

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Tuesday Blues at Greene’s Corner –

This is a live blues invitational for seasoned players. A backline is provided, but bring your own small amp if you choose. This is not a solo/acoustic event. The show runs from 6:30-9:30pm on Tues., May 1. The PA is for vocals only, no DI boxes. This event’s recurrence/success will be determined by attendance. Greene’s Corner is located at 2311 Ellis St., Bellingham. Free. More info: 360-3068137 or www.greenescorner.com.

Kid’Sax Ensemble – The Kid’Sax

Ensemble, students of Mark Kelly, will present a dinner show of saxophone ensemble music on Tues., May 1 from 7-9pm at Lovitt Restaurant (1114 Harris Ave.). Classical and jazz arrangements will be featured and played by six 8-12th graders from local schools, on a variety of saxophones and rhythm section. Table reservations may be made at 360-671-7143.

to the Forest of Jazz. Performance on Wed., May 2 at 7pm in the Sylvia Center Studio Theatre (205 Prospect Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $20 general / $10 WJMAC members / $5 students. More info: info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org.

BMC Night Beat: Pianist Michael Refvem – Pianist Michael Refvem

performs a program of ambitious works by Bach, Debussy, Chopin, Beethoven and Scriabin on Thurs., May 3, 7:30pm at First Congregational Church (2401 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). An exceptional soloist, accompanist and chamber musician now based in Montreal, Canada, Michael

Refvem returned to Seattle in February to perform Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto to rave reviews. Tickets for BMC Night Beat are $20 general / $15 seniors, available at Village Books, online, and at the door before the concert. Take a teen for free! More info: www.bellinghammusicclub.org or 360-305-6526.

Global Spice World Music Series presents The Miho and Diego Duo –

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Bellingham Music Club Presents Pianist Michael Refvem – Michael

Refvem performs an ambitious program for the piano on Wed., May 2, at 10:30 at Trinity Lutheran Church (119 Texas St., Bellingham). Montreal-based Refvem is well-known in the Northwest for his outstanding performances as soloist, accompanist and chamber musician. This one-hour long recital is BMC’s gift to the community! Free and open the public. More info: 360-305-6526, bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com or www.bellinghammusicclub.org.

Mount Vernon Ukulele Fun & Song Circle – Have fun strumming and singing

at the Ukulele Fun & Song Circle. No experience required. Loaner ukes available. Play along, or just come to sing with us. Song sheets provided, or come and share a song. We meet every Wednesday, 1-2pm at the Mount Vernon Senior Center (401 Cleveland St.). You’re guaranteed to have a ukedelic time. Admission is by donation. More info: 206-790-4862 or yogaheartspace0@gmail.com.

Return to the Jazz Forest – The

creatures that inhabit the Jazz Forest are 12 highly skilled musical humans all seeking the amazing synchronicity of a polished string quartet, but with the exuberance and innovation of the greatest jazz artists. Founded by veteran Hollywood composer, arranger, and producer Ron Jones, Jazz Forest is a vehicle of his creative imagination. After spending 37 years scoring many of the most popular TV shows, Ron returned to the Northwest not to relax, but to become even more involved with music, the art and craft and with the community of musicians. This group is very special, very different from most other Jazz groups. The goal is to take the listener into an inner world that is alive with fun, alive with possibility, and where music and musicians can run free. Come to the forest and let go of the normal, the predictable, the same old-same old. Come Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

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Join us at 516 High Street on Thurs., May 3. More info: https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/ global-spice-world-music-series-presentsmiho-and-diego-duo or 360-650-3130.

Bellingham Youth Jazz Band – The

Bellingham Youth Jazz Band will perform at the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building Courtyard, Fri., May 4, 6-7pm as part of Children’s Artwalk. Twenty-one kids from 4th-10th grade from 10 local schools will perform big band and combo jazz standards by Ellington, Gershwin, and others, directed by Mark Kelly. Free and open to the public. • The BYJB will present a dinner show of jazz ensemble music on Wed., May 23 from 7-9pm at Lovitt Restaurant. Big Band and Combo Jazz arrangements will be featured, with instrumental and vocal soloists. Table reservations may be made at 360-671-7143.

Music at The Green Barn – The

Lynden Music Festival will present an event on Fri., May 4, 6-9pm, at The Green Barn in Lynden. Admission is free. There will be refreshments, and Terry Palmer will perform. Terhi Broersma will have tickets for the June 2 Rocky Vasalino Fundraiser. Rocky tickets are also available via Brown Paper Tickets, by calling 360-510-0654, or at www.Lyndenmusicfestival.com.

Bellingham Ukulele Group Monthly Jam – Join the Bellingham Ukulele Group

Jam for singin’ and strummin’ together on Sat., May 5 from 1:30-4pm at St. James Presbyterian Fellowship Hall (910 14th St.). Jam is a time for all levels of ukulele players to join for playing music, singing, and socializing. We will play and sing from The Daily Ukulele, Vols.1&2, so bring them along, or share with your neighbor. Check our website for a list of songs to practice (not required) before the jam.

Suggested donation is $5. • BUG Song Circle: Come join us for strummin’ and singing from The Daily Ukulele, Vols. 1&2, ]in the parlor of the historic Roeder Home (2600 Sunset Dr.) on Wed., May 16 from 7-8:30pm. All instruments welcomed. Admission is by donation. • More info: www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com, 360-510-4386 or bhamuke@gmail.com.

Harmony Northwest Chorus – Are you

an AVID singing show spectator? Do you DESIRE to be part of the action? Harmony Northwest Chorus is looking for women in all voice ranges to sing 4-part a cappella harmony. We perform for the local community, compete with regional choruses, and are always open to visitors. Rehearsals are Mondays at the Mount Vernon Community Center (1401 Cleveland), from 6:30-9pm. No rehearsal on May 28. Free. More info: Cheryl at 360-201-5861, contact@harmonynorthwest.org or www.harmonynorthwest.org.

Tardo Hammer Trio –

WJMAC has managed to score one after another great musician who has been regularly featured at Smalls’ Jazz Club in Greenwich Village. Tardo Hammer’s (pictured) 162 performances there since 2007 testify to his talent on the keyboard, whether as a sideman or leading his own group. He’s bringing two of his regular cohorts, Lee Hudson on bass and Steve Williams on drums, to the Sylvia Center’s Studio Theatre on Wed., May 9 at 7pm (205 Prospect Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $20 general / $10 WJMAC members / $5 students. More info: info@wjmac.org, www.wjmac.org or www.tardohammer.com.

The Haynie Opry – Matt Audette and

the Circle of Friends Band will be performing traditional country music, including tributes to Mel Tillis, Fats Domino, and Don Williams, on Sat., May 12 from 7-9pm. Special guest Bill DeGroot will present his astonishing tribute to Roy Orbison. Admission is $10. • Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band will also perform the Old-Time Gospel Music Matinee on Sat., May 12 at 3pm; $5 at the door. Performances at the Haynie Grange (3344 Haynie Rd., Blaine). More info: 360-366-3321.

Firefly Concert Series: Kathy Kallick Band – Join us Sat., May 12 at 7:30pm in

the Jansen Art Center Chamber Hall (321 Front St., Lynden) for an evening of hot bluegrass & cool originals as we welcome the Kathy Kallick Band. The Kathy Kallick Band is based along the west coast, but their powerful mixture of original and classic material, mirroring their distinctive combination of traditional and contemporary sensibilities, has great appeal everywhere. Admission is $25. More info: info@jansenartcenter.org, www.jansenartcenter.org/events/kathy-kallick-band or 360-354-3600.

Out of this World!: A Tribute to David Maslanka – David Maslanka’s

other-worldly, gentle spirit permeates his music. He has been celebrated for his immense contribution to wind, brass and percussion literature, and finds a unique soul in their voices. This celebration of his music will present “Wind Quintet No. 3, Little Concerto for Six Players,” and selections from his Song Book for alto saxophone and marimba. Featuring Fifth Inversion Quintet; Patrick Roulet, percussion; and Fred Winkler, saxophone. Performance on Sat., May 12 at 7:30pm at First Congregational Church of Bellingham (2401 Cornwall Ave.). Admission is $15 adults / $5 students. More info: 360-3034014, bellinghamchambermusic@gmail.com or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org.

WWU Collegium Musicum Annual Concert – Conducted by WWU Professor of Music Bertil van Boer, the Collegium Musicum ensemble plays music from the Medieval period through the Classical era. This mixed instrumental and vocal ensemble performs chamber music of the Baroque and pre-Baroque periods, with an emphasis on historically-informed performance practice. This concert is free and begins at 7:30pm in the PAC Concert Hall on Sat., May 12. More info: 360-6502282, Bertil.VanBoer@wwu.edu or https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/collgiummusicum-annual-concert.

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perform Sun., May 13 at 2pm in the Anacortes Public Library (220 10th St.). Travis Ranney (tenor sax) is recognized in Seattle as one of the very best jazz improvisers in the city. Scot Ranney, based in Bellingham, plays jazz piano for concerts and events along the entire west coast, from Vancouver to San Diego. This is a free concert sponsored by the Manieri Endowment and the city of Anacortes. More info: 360-293-1910 or www.jazzatthelibrary.com.

Bellingham House Concert featuring the Girsky Quartet – Join us for this

concert on Sun., May 13 at 3pm at First Congregational Church of Bellingham. Quartet includes Artur Girsky, violin; Natasha Bazhanov, violin; Timothy Christie, viola; and Rowena Hammill, cello. Program includes Haydn “Quartet op.71N2,” Shostakovich “Quartet N10,” and Beethoven “Quartet op.59N2.” Admission is $15 general / $5 students. More info: bellinghamhouseconcerts@gmail.com, www.Bellinghamhouseconcerts.com or 360-661-5984.

Grammy Winning Trumpeter Brian Lynch – With 17 recordings as a leader

and over 200 as a sideman with the likes of Art Blakey, Horace Silver, Eddie Palmieri, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Phil Woods, trumpeter Brian Lynch (pictured) should not be missed. The Professor of Jazz and

Studio Music at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music will be supported by the WJMAC house trio of John Hansen (piano), Michael Glynn (bass), and Julian MacDonough (drums) on Wed., May 16 at 7pm in the Sylvia Center Studio Theatre (205 Prospect Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $20 general / $10 WJMAC members / $5 students. More info: info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org.

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Jazz 2nd Sunday at the Anacortes Public Library – The Ranney Brothers

NowHearThis! – NowHearThis!, WWU’s contemporary music collective, presents works by John Adams, Luciano Berio, Kenji Bunch, David Byrne, and Nico Muhly. Performing challenging and eclectic music in a casual, accessible atmosphere, NowHearThis! seeks to bring new audiences to this great and adventurous repertoire. Program: David Byrne, “In the Future” (1984); John Adams, “Hallelujah Junction” (1996); Nico Muhly “Balance Problems” (2013); Kenji Bunch, “Paraphraseology” (1999); and Luciano Berio, “O King” (1968). On Wed., May 16 at 7:30pm in the WWU PAC Concert Hall. Free admission. Info: 360-650-3130 or https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/nowhearthis-3. (more music on page 28)

Take 5! @ the All City High School Jazz Show by April Metz de Montiel On Friday, May 4 from 7-9pm, Bellingham High School (2020 Cornwall Ave,) will host the annual All City High School Jazz Show. Free and open to the public, the concert with be in the BHS Performing Arts Center, and the musicians are comprised of five local jazz bands: The Bellingham, Squalicum and Sehome High School Bands; the Western Washington University Jazz band; and the Bellingham Youth Jazz Band. The Bellingham Youth Jazz Band is composed of talented middle school musicians. Musicians as young as twelve years old will be performing in the company of university students. This unique event has been happening for over a decade and is organized by the high school band directors. Katy Ritchey, a Bellingham High School sophomore and trombonist, has been participating for three years, starting in the Bellingham Youth Jazz Band. Ritchey says that the audience members will hear not only traditional jazz compilations, but funk and modern as well. Jazz styles performed will be varied, and pieces are chosen that best represent the talent present in each group. Trumpet player and Bellingham High musician Luke Springer states: “Jazz Band gives passionate students the chance to play their instruments more, become exposed to more kinds of music, and create tighter relationships with their fellow band mates. It’s for all these reasons that I love jazz band.” For more information, call 360-676-6575.

Luke Springer, trumpet.

Drummer Jack Szanckowitz.

Madeline Ellis, clarinet.

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Bassist Nigel Naylor.

Third Friday Coffeehouse – Listen

and/or participate every third Friday of the month at Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship Coffeehouse/Acoustic Open Mic (1202 Ellsworth St.), held upstairs in the Flex Room. Sign up to play at 6:15pm. A small donation for refreshments is requested. Free admission. More info: 509-675-1722, starsong816@gmail.com or www.buf.org.

BCC Presents – Bellingham Chamber

Chorale presents “Across the Sea” on Sat., May 19 at 3pm and 7:30pm at First Congregational Church (2401 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). This program celebrates the peopling of Whatcom County through

music, poetry and projected slides. Folksongs and original compositions combine with theatrical masterpieces by Leonard Bernstein and John Williams to leave the audience delighted to have experienced the voyage of souls across the sea, seeking a fresh start in a beautiful yet unforgiving land. Concert tickets are $20 adults / $15 seniors / $5 students with ID / free children under 6. Tickets are available online at Brown Paper Tickets; Downtown and Cordata Food Co-ops in Bellingham; and Village Books in Bellingham and Lynden. More info: http://bccsings.org/concerts.

Rock Out as You Support the Lynden Music Festival by Deborah M. Bernard Save the date! Enjoy the Farmers’ Day Parade on June 2 in Lynden. Enjoy a fabulous dinner at Steakhouse 9 on the Homestead Golf Course. That evening, rock out with the Rocky Vasalino Band at the Steakhouse 9 ballroom: enjoy the music that made us who we are in the shadow of Mount Baker and the Cascade Range! Your $25 ticket will go to support the Lynden Music Festival, which will celebrate its 10th year October 10–14. Festival director Terhi Broersma said, “The Rocky Vasalino Band has been at our festival twice before, and this year we wanted to feature this amazing band at our fundraising event! Our mission is to celebrate live music from local artists and artists from afar, sharing their music in educational programs and public performances in the Lynden community. This year we are featuring several musicians from Nashville.” The band has been around since 1978, and had the same lineup since 1981 until 2016, when they lost their sax player, Rick Bjelland, to a heart attack. They played Rocky Vasalino Show throughout the Northwest and Canada, Alaska, Sat., June 2 • 7-11pm Hawaii, Las Vegas, Reno, and Atlantic City. Steakhouse 9 Bistro and Lounge They rock out to music of the 50s, 60s, 70s, $25 80s, and even some 90s. 115 E Homestead Blvd., Lynden 360-778-2849 The current players are Bob (a.k.a Rocky) Baker on piano, Gary Smith on lead guitar, Ted Neufeld on rhythm guitar, Jim (J.C.) Carrington on bass, and Jim Neufeld on drums. The story of the Neufeld brothers and their family is worthy of a book. These were amazing young men that overcame incredible family tragedy. They lost both parents at a very young age, (their mother died in a car crash, and their father died of a heart attack soon after), and yet, they kept their younger siblings together, keeping everyone in school, fed, clothed, and housed. They also kept running the family farm near Lynden, and managed to found an extremely successful, and much-loved Northwest icon: The Rocky Vasalino Show. The Lynden Music Festival will present an event on May 4 at The Green Barn in Lynden. Terry Palmer will perform, there will be food, and Terhi will have tickets for the Rocky show. Tickets will also be available via Brown Paper Tickets and through links on the LMF’s website and Facebook page.

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Spring Norwegian Concert – Join us

for a fun concert of Norwegian, Swedish, and English songs, performed by the Bellingham and Everett Norwegian Male Choruses. Refreshments will be served afterwards. Performance on Sat., May 19 from 3-5pm at St. John’s Lutheran Church (2530 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $10 suggested donation / kids free. More info: 206-399-9462 or jamescheatle1@gmail.com.

Dailey and Vincent – Multi-Grammy

nominees and three-time International Bluegrass Music Association Entertainers of the Year Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent are coming to Bellingham backed by one of the best bands on tour today. Expect greatness from two stand-alone artists (five individual Grammys) who are only better together (35 combined IBMA awards). Performance on Sat., May 19 at 7:30pm at Mount Baker Theatre (104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham). Admission is $39.50 / $34.50 / $29.50 / $17.50. More info: tickets@mountbakertheatre.com, 360734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com.

WSJS in Concert with Cheryl Hodge –

Whatcom Sound Jazz Singers (WSJS) under direction of noted jazz artist Michael-Paul Gurule, saxophonist, will present a full-length concert with special guest Cheryl Hodge at Lovitt Restaurant in Fairhaven (1114 Harris Ave.) on Sat., May 19, at 7:30pm. This powerful all-women’s jazz choir will delight you with a variety of jazz standards along with a couple of surprises. Award-winning vocalist/ songwriter Cheryl Hodge will be adding her magical singing energy to the night. Don’t miss this spectacular choral event.

Tickets are only $12 and are available at Brown Paper Tickets or at the door. More info: 360-483-8560, info.wsjs@gmail.com or www.whatcomsoundjazz.org.

Carmina Burana – Join the Whatcom

Symphony on Sun., May 20 at 3pm at Mount Baker Theatre (104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham) as we present Carmina Burana! This concert will feature the largest number of musicians we have ever had on stage, including two pianos and celeste, a large percussion section, three outstanding soloists, and over 150 singers from WWU. Joining us are guest vocalists Dawn Wolski (pictured), soprano; Jose Luis Munoz, countertenor; and Jose Rubio, baritone. Carmina Burana is a scenic cantata composed by Carl Orff , based on a collection of 24 medieval poems, including the famous “O Fortuna.” A free pre-concert lecture about the repertoire by Dr. Ryan Dudenbostel starts at 2:15pm. Admission is $15-$54. More info: 360-734-6080, www.whatcomsymphony.com/event/ carmina-burana.

modern jazz styles. You will hear the Bellingham Dixieland All Stars, Stormy Sea and the Gales, and the spotlight feature of the evening will be a ... (wait for it ...) a Sax-O-Rama! Every available prominent saxophone player in our area has been invited to perform in a mass of saxophones, of all sizes, for the last few numbers and the Grand Finale! Admission is $15. More info: http://stormsmusicservices.com/jazz-celebration-x.

Harold Mabern & Terrel Stafford Together! – What a night this is going to

be—the incredible Harold Mabern on piano teamed up with Terrel Stafford’s stellar trumpet playing. Separately, both of these artists have dazzled the WJMAC audiences before; we can’t wait to hear what they will do together on Wed., May 23 at 7pm in the Sylvia Center Studio Theatre (205 Prospect Ave., Bellingham). Having Cory Weeds’ tenor sax adds more spice to the mix. Also, Michael Glynn on bass and Julian MacDonough on drums. Admission is $20 general / $10 WJMAC members / $5 students. More info: info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org. (more music on page 30)

Jazz Celebration X – Join us Sun., May

20, 3-5pm at First Baptist Church (110 Flora St., Bellingham), for the 10th Annual Jazz Celebration. The first half of the concert will feature The Paul Sorensen Big Band. They will be playing music that Paul has composed and arranged for the large jazz ensemble of eighteen players. The second part will spotlight music composed by Robert (Bob) Storms and will include ragtime, Dixieland, swing, Latin, and

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WWU Wind Symphony – The WWU

Wind Symphony, a select group of Western Washington University’s finest musicians, performs literature from the standard wind band repertoire, as well as music from some of today’s best living composers. Additionally, the WWU Symphonic Band, involving eighty-plus players, performs standard literature for concert band as well as other contemporary works. Many non-majors perform in this ensemble, and enjoy the challenges and rewards of participating. Together, they join forces for a free evening of music on Thurs., May 24 at 7:30pm in the WWU PAC Concert Hall. More info: 360-650-3130, https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/windsymphonysymphonic-band.

Brad Shigeta Quartet – Canadian

trombonist Brad Shigeta’s experience in several name big bands (Illinois Jacquet, Dave Holland, Ellington, Vince Giordano) honed his ability to swing, and makes him well versed in the style of the 1920s-30s hot jazz. However, we know that’s not all he can do, as Brad was one of the WJMAC summer jazz camp instructors last year. He will be leading a quartet with the WJMAC house trio on Wed., May 30 at 7pm in Sylvia Center’s Studio Theatre (205

Birchwood Garden Club’s 26th Annual Plant Sale – Birchwood Garden

Club’s 26th Annual Plant Sale will be held Sat., May 5 from 9am-noon in the lower level conference room of the Bellingham Public Library (210 Central Ave.). Annuals, perennials, indoor plants, veggie starts, pots, books, and choice selections from members gardens will be available for sale. Proceeds from the sale benefit numerous community organizations including maintenance of the Whatcom Museum and Bellingham Public Library gardens along with donations of gardening

Prospect Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members free. More info: info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org.

Composers of Western (C.O.W.) –

WWU student composers present new works in performance. Hear creativity unfold as Western’s musicians collaboratively forge new ground. The concert is free and begins at 7:30pm in the PAC Concert Hall on Wed., May 30. More info: 360-650-3130, https://cfpa.wwu.edu/ event/composers-western-cow-4.

Bayshore Symphony Spring Concerts –

The Bayshore Symphony performs our Spring season finale on Sat., June 2, at 7:30pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (415 S. 18th St., Mount Vernon), and on Sun., June 3, at 3pm at Central Lutheran Church (925 N. Forest St., Bellingham). Artistic director Chip Bergeron conducts Mozart’s “Sinfonia Concertante for Four Winds,” the “Fantastic Scherzo” by Josef Suk, Wagner’s “Siegfried Idyll,” and Strauss’s famous “Radetzky March,” PLUS we’ll team up with the Skagit Valley College Choir and perform Mozart’s “Regina Coeli in C Major.” Admission is $15 suggested donation at the door / free kids 12 and under. More info: 360-223-5432, director@bayshoremusicproject.com or www.bayshoremusicproject.com.

literature for both adults and children at the library. Come early for best selection! Free admission. • Birchwood Garden Club’s May Meeting: “Summer Bulbs and Pollinators” will be held in the Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room on Wed., May 2 from 7-9pm. • More info: 360-384-6250 or www.birchwoodgardenclub.org.

The Plant Guys’ Spring Rare Plant Sale – As in past years, we’ll be offering a

wide selection of rare, reasonably-priced, ridiculously cool garden perennials, trees, and shrubs—this year, many from our own collection. Be sure to tour our private garden and see the plants growing on site. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Community Empowerment Network, a local non-profit working in the Brazilian Amazon. Sale takes place Sat. & Sun., May 5 & 6 from 9am-5pm. Free admission. More info: events@endruralpoverty.org, www.facebook.com/events/230496167496714 or 206-329-6244.

27th Annual WSU Whatcom County Master Gardener Plant Sale – With perfect timing, this plant sale is the day before Mother’s Day, Sat., May 12 from 9am-2pm at Hovander Homestead Park. Choose from hundreds of locally grown plants including 20+ varieties of unique

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WWU Concert Choir Alumni Celebration – Please join WWU’s

Concert Choir for our Spring Alumni Celebration Concert in the WWU PAC Concert Hall on Sat., June 2 at 7:30pm. This celebration will feature Concert Choir alumni joining with the current WWU Concert Choir to perform some of the choir’s most beautiful signature pieces; represented will be music from choral concerts, conducted by Dr. Leslie GuelkerCone during her twenty three years as the WWU Director of Choral Activities and conductor of Concert Choir. Composers include Orff, Durufle, Rachmaninoff, Hassler, Copland, and Gilbert & Sullivan, as well as a variety of folk songs and spirituals. Alumni will be returning to Western from across the country to reconnect with their former choir colleagues, to meet and rehearse with current choir members, and to celebrate the outstanding tradition of choral music at Western. Admission is free and will be followed by a reception in the PAC lobby. More info: choral.library@wwu.edu, https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/concertchoir-alumni-celebration or 360-650-3130.

and heirloom tomatoes and vegetables, and a large selection of plants, shrubs and trees. Don’t miss the Mother’s Day flower table. Plants are grown or donated by the Whatcom County Master Gardeners, who volunteered more than 7000 hours in 2017. Sale proceeds largely fund the WSU MG programs, including teaching/ volunteering in youth and adult projects/ gardens and the diagnostic clinic. Free admission. More info: www.whatcom.wsu.edu/ch/plantsale.html.

Cascade Cuts Plant Sale – A popular

annual plant sale that supports the work of our well-loved nonprofit is back! All proceeds go to support local farmers and creating a strong local food economy. Take advantage of wholesale prices and pick up perennials, annuals, landscaping favorites, ornamentals, culinary and medicinal herbs, and more! Plus, tons and tons of flowers, including voluptuous hanging baskets. No veggie starts this year, but almost everything else. Takes place on Sat., May 19 from 9am-4pm at Cascade Cuts Nursery (632 Montgomery Rd.). Free admission. More info: 360-647-7093, diana@sustainableconnections.org or www.sustainableconnections.org/events/ cascade-cuts-plant-sale.

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Change a Life: Become a Tutor! –

The Whatcom Literacy Council is recruiting volunteers to work 2-4 hours/week with adults who have asked for help to improve their English, reading, writing, math, and computer skills. Training and ongoing support from professional staff is provided. More info: info@whatcomliteracy.org, www.whatcomliteracy.org/become-a-tutor or 360-752-8678.

Dueling Queens Chess Championship – The Dueling Queens

Chess Championship is a chess tournament for all ages and levels (no USCF registration required) on Sat., May 5 at the Hotel Bellingham Airport (3985 Bennett Dr.). Play will be in two sections: Section 1 for adults (not rated) and Section 2 for scholastic players (NWSRS rated). Three cash prizes, three scholastic prizes, nine scholastic trophies. Five rounds of play with time control. See details at the event website. Cost is $30. More info: 360-6762260, bellinghamchess@comcast.net or www.bellinghamchess.com/tournament.html.

Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+ – Mingle and plan meet-ups for dinners, hikes, theaters and more at the Bellingham Ferry Terminal (355 Harris Ave.) from 10am-noon on Saturdays. Free admission. More info: 360-305-4534 or nwsinglesclub@gmail.com.

Sunday Chess Meetups – Come join

the Bellingham Knights, a free, casual chess player group for all ages and all skill levels, on Sundays (May 6, 13, 20) from 2-5pm at the Bellingham Public Library (210 Central Ave.). This is an opportunity to meet other players of all levels and play the world’s oldest and most strategic game. Chess board/pieces provided, drop-in players welcome. For more information and free registration, visit www.meetup.com/BellinghamChess.

front auditorium of the WECU building, (5659 Barrett Rd, Ferndale, exit 262). A presentation entitled “A Tour Through the Electromagnetic Spectrum” is scheduled. Free admission. More info: www.whatcomastronomy.com.

Bellingham Roller Betties SemiFinals Bout – The Bellingham Roller

Betties roller derby league presents the semi-final bout on Sat., May 12, 5-9pm. The top team in the league will be playing in a game against the Dockyard’s Undertow. The currently ranked 2nd and 3rd placed home teams will battle it out to see who will make it to the Championship Bout on Sat., June 2. There is a snack counter, beer & wine garden, food truck and kids craft activities at every Bellingham Roller Betties game, played at the WCC Pavilion. Doors open at 4pm, first whistle at 5pm. Admission is $14 adults / $6 kids 8-12 / free kids 7 and under. More info: marketing@bellinghamrollerbetties.com, http://bellinghamrollerbetties.com or 360-383-3000.

issues facing our community. City Club meets for lunch on the 4th Wednesday of the month (May 23) at Northwood Hall (3240 Northwest Ave, Bellingham, WA). Doors open at 11:30am; lunch is served at 11:50am; program starts at 12:15pm; and program ends at 1:30pm. The program is open to the public. Admission is $13 members / $18 non-members / $5 adults (under 29) in advance; $15 members / $20 non-members at the door / $5 for young adults (29 and under) when purchased in advance on Brown Paper Tickets; a limited number of tickets may be available at the door at the cost of $15 for members and $20 for guests. Info: 360739-1427, info@bellinghamcityclub.org or www.bellinghamcityclub.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., May 17 from 10-11:30am at The Willows (3115 Squalicum Pkwy., 1st Floor West Lounge). Free admission. More info: 360-595-4485.

Bellingham City Club Monthly Program – Founded in 1993, the

Bellingham City Club is a non-partisan civic organization with over 450 members that fosters dialogue and debate on important

Bellingham Laughter Club – Embrace

laughter for a rich and rewarding life! Free to 4-104 year olds. Laughter Club meets Sun., May 6 from 4-5pm near the owl sculpture at Elizabeth Park. Please bring a chair if needed. For information, call Mary Lou Richardson at 360-734-4989 or visit www.worldlaughtertour.com.

Photography Club Monthly Meeting –

We meet the second Wednesday of each month (May 9, 7-9pm) at the Sustainable Living Center behind ReStore (2309 Meridian St., Bellingham). Our monthly meetings cover all types of photography and all levels of experience, and include presentations on photography-related topics, sharing of work, critical analysis opportunities and field photographic events. This month’s guest speaker is Randy Hanna. Admission is free to check us out / membership $25 annually. Info: CarolSheppardPhotography@gmail.com or www.bellinghamphotographyclub.zenfolio.com.

Astronomy Meeting – The Whatcom Association of Celestial Observers meets on Thurs., May 10, from 7-9pm in the

Sea Skills Boating Festival – Join us at

Blaine Harbor (235 Marine Dr.) on Sat., May 12, 10am-5pm for our Sea Skills Boating Festival. Bayside at 10am: Training in the use of distress flares and fire extinguishers commonly used by boaters; Dockside 12-4pm: Attend workshops on various aspects of boating. Talk with owners and experts. Make a donation and ride the historic Plover. There will be food trucks and kids craft table. Admission is free. More info: XO@boatingisfun.org, 360-332-6484 or www.boatingisfun.org.

Ski to Sea Race – The 46th annual Ski

to Sea Race is 93 miles from Mt. Baker to Bellingham Bay, and highlights 7 different sports. Race, volunteer, or cheer on the racers at the finish line. Food vendors, The Boundary Bay Beer Garden, and fun and prizes from our sponsors await you at Marine Park. The race takes place May 27 from 7:30am-7pm. Cost is $449-$699 per team. More info: 360-746-8861, info@skitosea.com or skitosea.com.

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YWCA Leadership Power Breakfast –

“The Changing Landscape of Love” is the fascinating topic that noted author and TV commentator Stephanie Coontz will explore at the YWCA Leadership Power Breakfast from 7-9am on Fri., May 4, in the Four Points by Sheraton ballroom (714 Lakeway Dr., Bellingham). The event funds YWCA housing and services for homeless women. In the past 50 years, Coontz says, almost all the “old rules” for navigating personal relationships have changed. We are still debating which are “for better” and which “for worse.” Some seem to occur overnight, like the #MeToo movement. Others evolve slowly over time. Coontz will show how these changes impact individuals, couples, and society at

large, and how current trends may affect the future. Reserve by April 25 to assure seating. A minimum $50 donation requested. More info: 360-734-4820, ywca@ywcabellingham.org or www.ywcabellingham.org.

Whatcom Literacy Council Trivia Bee & Silent Auction – Join Ken Jennings of Jeopardy! fame and Scotty VanDryver of Kafe Radio as they co-host the Whatcom Literacy Council’s biggest fundraiser, a trivia competition for teams. Please join us for the 2018 Annual Trivia Bee and Silent Auction on Fri., May 4 from 6-9pm at BTC’s Settlemyer Hall. Would you like to win the 2018 Trivia Bee trophy? Grab your friends or co-workers and create a team! To sign up contact us at events@whatcomliteracy.org. Admission is $15 general / $5 kids under 12. More info: 360-752-8678 or www.whatcomliteracy.org/events.

Friends of the Ferndale Library Annual Book & Plant Sale – Located

both inside and outside the Ferndale Library (2125 Main St.), you’ll find books for adults and children, fiction and non-fiction, hardbacks and softbound. The sale also features locally grown and donated plants of all types including outdoor shrubs and flowers, house plants, berry plants, hanging baskets, as well as some yard art and outside decor. Get prepared for summer reading and yard beautification all in one stop, while also supporting Ferndale Library’s reading programs. Takes place Sat., May 5, 10am-5pm. Free admission. More info: 360-384-3647 or www.wcls.org.

Luke Wallace in Concert in Celebration of the Salish Sea –

Canadian folk musician Luke Wallace teams up with Evergreen Islands for a benefit concert in celebration of the Salish Sea on Sat., May 5 at 7pm at Kennelly Keys Music (1901 Commercial Ave., Anacortes) to raise funds for the tireless

efforts of those involved with Evergreen Islands and their commitment to protecting coastal waters. Luke and Evergreen Islands share a deep connection with the Salish Sea and align in values of conservation, harmony and balance with the coastal ecosystems they both call home. There will be a raffle that includes a signed photo by local photographer Chrill Terrell, and a day excursion on the Salish Sea. Tickets for the concert are $10 and available at the door. This is an all-ages event, with proceeds going to Evergreen Islands. More info: 360-708-7770 or www.evergreenislands.org.

Pancake Breakfast – Community

All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast with pancakes, French toast, biscuits & gravy, eggs, sausage, juice, coffee and tea. Join us at Rome Grange (2821 Mt. Baker Hwy.) on Sun., May 6, 8am-noon. Admission is adults $6, kids 6-10 $2, 5 and under free. Info: 360-592-2705, geancress@gmail.com.

Growing Veterans Organic Plant Sale –

Bellewood Acres is partnering with Growing Veterans to provide the community with a great selection of organic vegetable plants on Sun., May 6 from 10am-3pm. Proceeds help fund the Growing Veterans Dirt Therapy Program. Info: info@bellewoodfarms.com, 360318-7720 or www.bellewoodfarms.com.

Spring Benefit Dinner: Stories From The Great Outdoors – Celebrate and

deepen your connections with people who love this land. Tickets include dinner, revelry, dessert dash, paddle raise, live auction, and gratitude. The benefit will be held at Bellingham Technical College in Settlemyer Hall on Sat., May 12 from 5-8:30pm. Space is limited, so reserve early. Cost is $100. More info: 360-9900225, jenn@whatcomlandtrust.org or www.whatcomlandtrust.org.

Spaceband: A Fundraiser for Bellingham Childcare & Learning Center – Last year’s event was a huge hit, and so much fun! All ages are welcome to join us at Boundary Bay Brewery (1107 Railroad Ave.) for live music to fundraise for Bellingham Childcare & Learning Center on Sat., May 12 from 6-10pm. As a full-service early childhood education center, BCLC cares for children ages 0-5 from all walks of life, and depends on community funding. A food truck will be on site! Admission is $10 adults / $5 kids 12 & under. More info: 360-676-0950 or info@bellinghamchildcare.com.

19th Annual Shoe Drive & Anniversary Sale – Help us celebrate

our anniversary with our 19th annual shoe drive! Bring a pair of gently worn shoes to 12th Street Shoes (1204 Harris Ave.) during our sale weekend (Fri.-Sun., May 18-20, 10am-5pm) and receive $5 off your purchase. All shoes will be donated to the YWCA’s Back to Work Boutique. Info: 360-733-2066, info@12thstreetshoes.com or www.12thstreetshoes.com.

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adults / $3 ages 6-12 / under 5 free. More info: 360-384-5595.

Giant Fund-Raising Rummage Sale –

A giant rummage sale is being held to help cover the costs of handicapped-accessible facilities and a youth mission trip at Trinity Lutheran Church (119 Texas St.). This event will be held on Fri. & Sat., June 1 & 2 from 9am to 3pm. Free. Info: 360-7342770, church@trinitybellingham.org or www.trinitybellingham.org.

Rockin’ for The RE Store – Come on

down to Boundary Bay (1107 Railroad Ave., Bellingham) on Fri., May 18 from 5-10pm for Rockin’ for The RE Store, a benefit concert, raffle and auction to support The RE Store’s efforts to combat joblessness in Whatcom County. The event includes live music, an informal auction with incredible items donated by generous local businesses, and a raffle of big prizes! Free admission. More info: 360-647-5921, bham@re-store.org or www.re-store.org.

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser – Enjoy a full menu of pancakes, French toast, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage or ham along with juice and coffee. Proceeds go toward supporting the Ferndale Senior Activity Center’s efforts to provide affordable educational, nutritional, social and recreational programs. Bring your family and friends. Join us at the Ferndale Senior Activity Center (1999 Cherry St.) on Sat., May 19, 8-11am. Admission is $6 general / $3 kids / free over 90 and under 3. More info: 360384-6244 or activities.fsac@gmail.com.

Book Sale – The Friends of the

Bellingham Public Library Ski to Sea Book Sale begins on Wed., May 23 and runs through Sat., May 26. As usual there is a large selection of books and media for all ages. Most items are only $1! Tables are re-stocked continually. The sale is held downstairs in the Central Library at 210 Central Ave. All proceeds benefit the library. Hours are Wed.-Fri., 10am-6pm (Friday is half-price day); and Sat., 10am-1pm, $4 bag day. Free admission. More info: 360-778-7250 or friendslibrary3@gmail.com.

Ski to Sea Book Sale at Everson Library – Wide selection of books for all

3rd Annual Hamster Crawl – Cascade

Connections has partnered with Haggen Food & Pharmacy and KISM 92.9 to bring you The Third Annual Hamster Crawl on Sat., June 2 in Downtown Bellingham from 3-8pm! The Hamster Crawl is a walking tour of downtown eateries, bars, and breweries. During the Crawl, participating businesses will offer food and drink specials to individuals wearing our signature t-shirts or lanyards. The final stop of the event will be at The Underground where guests will have the opportunity to win a variety of great prize packs! Proceeds of the event benefit Cascade Connections, a non-profit organization that has been providing quality services to people with disabilities in Whatcom County for over 37 years. Tickets are $25. More info: 360-714-9355, hamsterevents@ccsite.org or https://events.cascadeconnections.org.

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Theatre Evening with SISU Children’s Fund – SISU Childrens’s Fund will have a fun evening of good food, beverages, a raffle, silent auction and the play A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum on Wed., June 13 from 6-10pm at the Bellingham Theatre Guild (1600 H St.). Come and enjoy the evening while you help children in our area who are dealing with medical problems and physical disabilities. We are the only organization parents can turn to for financial assistance when insurance does not cover the needs of their children. This year we have had 7 applications for scholarships and each student has been dealing with medical or physical challenges. Tickets are $40, and include one raffle ticket for a Holland America Line cruise for two people. You determine if it is to Alaska, Mexico, the Caribbean, or New England. Additional raffle tickets are available for $5, and the supply is limited to 500. More info: 360671-8766 or sisuchildrensfund@gmail.com.

La Conner Flower Basket Fundraiser! – Join us for an old-

fashioned ice-cream social and silent auction at Maple Hall in La Conner on Thurs., June 14 from 5-7pm. All proceeds benefit our town flower baskets. Admission is $3 bar / $5 bowl. Info: 360466-4778, info@laconnerchamber.com or www.lovelaconner.com.

Our Valley, Our Future Breakfast –

This breakfast, benefiting Skagitonians to Preserve Farmland, will be held Wed., June 6 from 7:15-8:45am at Emmanuel Baptist Church (1515 College Way) in Mount Vernon. This annual business breakfast includes awards to recognize individuals who have helped shape Skagit agriculture and an inspiring speaker. This year’s keynote speaker is Ciscoe Morris from KING 5 Television’s New Day Northwest and Gardening with Ciscoe. Reservations are required. Please email LindaT@ skagitonians.org or call the SPF office at 360-336-3974. The breakfast is free to attend, but financial support will be requested during the program. More info:

ages. Bring your Friends of the Everson Library tote anytime and fill it for $5. Don’t have one? Buy a Friends of the Everson Library tote and fill it for $10 (while supplies last). Hosted by the Friends of the Everson Library to support library programs and services. Behind Peoples Bank across from the Everson Library (104 Kirsch Dr.) from 10am-5pm, Fri. & Sat., May 25 & 26. Free admission. More info: 360-966-5100 or www.wcls.org.

Pancake Breakfast – Enjoy pancakes,

French toast, biscuits and gravy, sausage, ham, and hashbrowns on Sat., May 26 from 8-11am at the American Legion (5537 2nd Ave., Ferndale). Admission is $6 Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

Whatcom Writers and Publishers Monthly Meeting: “Cast Your Brand Online with Wendy Kendall and Julie Cooper – Whatcom Writers and

Publishers invites all writers to its monthly meeting on Wed., May 9, from 6-8:30pm at Nicki’s Bella Marina (2615 S. Harbor

Loop Dr., Bellingham). Wendy Kendall and Julie Cooper, producers of the weekly podcast Kendal & Cooper Talk Mysteries, will discuss branding, distribution, social media, hitchhiking online, and the importance of demographics. They will also provide a brief overview of the

Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest Awards Ceremony – The awards

Experience the Pleasure of Poetry in La Conner by Courtney Kendall Robert Pinsky, former US Poet Laureate, once said that poetry is “one of the most fundamental pleasures a person can experience.” In our own corner of the Pacific Northwest, the Skagit River Poetry Foundation has worked tirelessly since 1998 to share the pleasures of poetry by bringing poets like Pinsky into classrooms so that students can experience and appreciate poetry with nationally-known poets as their guides. In 2000, the foundation started the Skagit River Poetry Festival, held every other May in La Conner. The proceeds of the festival go towards Claudia Castro Luna, the current the foundation, whose “most important mission,” says Washington State Poet Laureate. Executive Director Molly McNulty, “is putting poets in the Photo © Timothy Aguero. classroom.” Almost every single day you will find a poet in a classroom of the eight school districts participating. The four-day festival is a celebration of poetry complete with readings, workshops, discussions, interviews, and the chance to meet and talk with internationally recognized poets—and it’s not just for students! While sessions on Friday, May 18 are exclusively for students bussed to La Conner for the occasion, Thursday evening events—including a wine and hors d’oeuvres soiree and evening poetry readings with music by Hot Damn Scandal—Saturday sessions with panels of poets, and Sunday intimate writing workshops are all open to the public. This year’s poets include Robert Pinsky; current Washington State Poet Laureate Claudia Castro Luna; and a wealth of other talented poets as well. Their biographies can all be found online at skagitriverpoetry.org, as well as ticket information for the festival, workshops, and Thursday evening events. “I want to give a nod to all the people who worked so incredibly hard with passion,” Molly says. The Poetry Festival “is a valentine we give to our community.” Visit La Conner during the Poetry Festival, and you’re sure to see the passion of the Skagit River Poetry Foundation at work.

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equipment and mechanics of podcasting and include a few quick stories of their most memorable episodes. 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. Info: caithiseach@gmail.com, 360-319-8366 or www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org.

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ceremony for this year’s Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest will start at 7pm on Thurs., May 17, at Bellingham Cruise Terminal (355 Harris Ave.). The event is free and open to the public. Whatcom County residents were invited to submit a poem during March. Contest judges Richard Widerkehr and Jane Wong have chosen 10 poems to receive a Walk Award and 15 to receive a Merit Award. The winners will be invited to read their poems at the ceremony, to be hosted by Bellingham poet Kevin Murphy. Walk Award poems will be displayed outside Bellingham Public Library, and on Whatcom Transportation Authority along with the Merit Award winners. Founded in 2006, the nonprofit annual contest promotes community poetry by encouraging and recognizing poems from county residents of all ages and all experience levels. More info: http://boyntonpoetrycontest.wordpress.com.

Chuckanut Radio Hour featuring Nicola Griffith – We are thrilled to

welcome the author of the bestseller Hild to the Heiner on Tues., May 29 at 6:30pm! Griffith’s newest book is So Lucky, a profoundly personal and emphatically political story of a confident woman forced to confront an unnerving new reality when in a single week her wife leaves her and she is diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Nicola Griffith is the award-winning author of six novels and a memoir. The Chuckanut Radio Hour, a recipient of Bellingham’s prestigious Mayor’s Arts Award, is a radio variety show that began in January 2007. Each Chuckanut Radio Hour includes guest authors, musicians, performance poet Kevin Murphy, and episodes of “As the Ham Turns” serial radio comedy, not to mention groaner jokes by hosts Paul Hanson and Kelly Evert, and announcer Rich Donnelly. Tickets for the Chuckanut Radio Hour are $5 and will soon be available at Village Books and BrownPaperTickets.com. Receive a free ticket with pre-purchase of So Lucky. More info: www.villagebooks.com/event.

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Burlington’s Medical Legends History Exhibit – Burlington’s Medical

Legends is a history exhibit on display (through June) at the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave. This free exhibit is viewable during regular Chamber hours. Info: 360-757-0994.

Whatcom Genealogical Society Meeting – The Whatcom Genealogical

Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat! –

day every weekend, and 50,000 a day on weekdays. 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.

Throwing Basics – Join the fun at Baker

designed to address the challenges unique to relationships impacted by addiction and recovery. Whether one or both of you are recovering from alcohol, drugs, and/or behavioral addictions, this workshop will help strengthen your couples recovery through integrating and balancing relationship needs with recovery needs. You will receive information, tools, and support to learn how to effectively manage conflict, build greater connection, generate stability and create a supportive and sustainable relationship. Cost: $450 before May 1; $475 after May 1, 2018. • Contact Mirabai Wahbe, 360-738-9880 for further information. Registration at drrobertnavarra.com - Couples and Addiction Recovery Registration.

Langar is the sacred community free kitchen of the Sikh people and every Sikh Gurdwara (temple) serves delicious vegetarian food, inviting the general public to come eat with us (Sundays, May 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 11am-2pm). The largest free kitchen in the world is Langar at Darbar Sahib, Amritsar India, where they serve 100,000 people a

Society will meet Mon., May 14 at 2pm at the Bellingham Elks Lodge (710 Samish Way). Topic is Blaine Bettinger’s Legacy Family Tree webinar on the DNA website GedMatch.com. Visitors welcome! Free admission. More info: 360-733-3333.

Hattie Strother Chapter Meeting –

Please come to enjoy learning about antiques and sharing about their collections with new friends. Join us at member’s home on Thurs., May 17, 1:30-3:30pm. Free. More info: 360-7335873, daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com or www.questers1944.org.

International Plowing Match – A

spring farming tradition will be revived on Sat., May 19 during the 77th-annual International Plowing Match in Lynden (10am-3pm). Once done to prepare fields for seeding, plowing at this event showcases the strength of majestic draft horses and the skill of the men and women guiding them. Admission and parking are free to the informal competition, scheduled from 10am-3pm on the west field of Berthusen Park. Access is from West Badger Rd., a half-mile west of Berthusen Road, and restrooms will be on the site. Free. Info: 360-354-4111.

Pickett House Museum Tour – Come

tour the Historic Pickett House Museum where Major General George E. Pickett, CSA of Civil War fame lived and loved. This home was built in Bellingham on Peabody hill in 1856 with planks sawn at the 1853 Roeder-Peabody Mill on Whatcom Creek. It is the oldest documented, wooden structure on its original site in the State of Washington. The house is listed on the Washington Heritage Register, and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971. Join the tour on Sun., May 20 from 1-4pm. Located at 910 Bancroft St., Bellingham. Free admission. Info: 360-7335873, daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com or www.questers1944.org.

NookChat: Community Storytelling – Pat (Earl) Hickey, fourth generation Whatcom County resident, will share stories about his family’s potato farm, which was located across from the Auction Barn, and other entertaining historical tales, on Sun., May 20, 3-4:30pm at the Everson Library (104 Kirsch Dr.). Join Marv Fullner and Pat as we “Explore the Past; Enrich the Present” in this informal, interactive gathering sponsored by the Nooksack Valley Heritage Center Committee. Free admission. More info: 360-966-5100 or www.wcls.org.

Creek Ceramics (4058 Hammer Dr., Bellingham) for this introduction to Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel. This class is for absolute beginners, ages 16 and up. Takes place on Wednesdays, May 2-23 from 6-8:30pm. Cost is $140. More info: bakercreekceramics@gmail.com, 360-3935458 or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

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.) on Wed., May 16 and Tues., May 22 from 7-9pm. Free admission. More info: 360756-0756, sheila@improvplayworks.com or www.improvplayworks.com.

Couples and Addiction Recovery –

A Gottman Approach for Therapists Counselors, and Addiction Professionals – June 1, 8:30am-4pm, Hotel Bellwether (1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham). Presented by Dr. Robert Navarra, a popular presenter at national conferences who has trained therapists nationally and internationally on treating couples in recovery. He has co-authored numerous articles and chapters with Drs. John and Julie Gottman. This is a new workshop for therapists, counselors, recovery coaches, and professionals who work with couples struggling with addiction and/or with couples in recovery from alcohol, drugs, and/or behavioral addictions. The training teaches a relationship approach to healing - one that includes an emphasis on recovery for the partner with the substance use disorder, the partner’s recovery, and their relationship recovery. Tools and 177-page manual and Recovery Card Deck set taught to increase communication and understanding, boundaries, and healing from the impact of addiction. Cost: $225 before May 1; $250 after May 1. 6 CE hours available. • A Roadmap for the Journey, A Workshop for Couples in Recovery from Addiction – June 2 and 3, 8:30am-4pm at the Hotel Bellwether. Presented by Dr. Robert Navarra, this is a new, research-based couples’ workshop

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Tours/Shows with Whatcom Council on Aging – Lake to Lake Washington

Day Cruise & Bingo, May 9 • Mariners Baseball vs. Rangers, May 16 • Les Miserable Broadway Musical at the Paramount Theater, June 17 • Indian Arm Cruise, June 25 • Baker River Area Tour, June 21 • Deception Pass Day Cruise, July 20 • Grouse Mountain Gondola Ride & Lunch, July 25 • Mariners Baseball vs. Astros, Aug. 22 • Black Hills & Mt. Rushmore, Aug. 15-21 • Philadelphia, The Poconos and Amish Country Tour, Oct. 7-12 • 3 Cities Tour: Memphis,

Whatcom Senior Tours a program of Whatom Council on Aging

Nashville & New Orleans, Nov. 11 -18. • More info and registration: 360-7463457, whatcomseniortours@wccoa.org.

Your Cruising Questions Answered –

Local resident Heino Sunter shares his expertise (gained from over 50 cruises) on Sat., May 5 from 10-11:30am at the Blaine Library (610 3rd St.). His media presentation covers topics like booking the cruise, costs, inclusive options, safety and illness, traveling with children, clothing, special diets, gratuities, and more. Bring your questions and get ready to cruise! Free admission. More info: 360-305-3637 or www.wcls.org.

Take the trip of a lifetime!

Indian Arm Ford Day Cruise June 25 Baker River Tour & Hatchery June 21

Les Miserable Broadway Musical June 17

Philadelphia & Amish Country Oct 7–13

New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville Nov 11–18

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Children’s Book Illustrator James Michael “Jamichael” Henterly –

James Michael “Jamichael” Henterly believes that we are story animals and have been telling our story with images for 50,000 years. He will discuss his career as an illustrator—making pictures to share ideas and tell stories—and will share an array of his original artwork, as well as published materials, on Thurs., May 10 from 11:30am-1pm at the Whatcom Museum Old City Hall (121 Prospect St., Bellingham). Henterly will also discuss his creative process, from story inspiration, to how he observes and shapes reality through his illustrations. Free admission. More info: 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

“Avian Evolution: How Birds Got to Be Birds” – Master birder and author

Connie Sidles takes you back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth and nature began to experiment with a new approach to flight: birds. Exciting new fossils of extraordinary detail are being found in northeast China, dating back to the time when dinosaurs began to evolve into birds. Both strange and wondrous, these creatures, and others being discovered all over the world, open our eyes to the ways that evolution has shaped the biome and the birds that we see today. Lecture on Tues., May 22 at 7pm at the Whatcom Museum Old City Hall (121 Prospect St., Bellingham). Free admission. More info: 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

The Fight Against Human Trafficking –

When she learned about the horrors of human trafficking after retiring from Nooksack Valley High School in 2007, Sue Ann Heutink became a modern-day abolitionist. Sue Ann shares current information about trafficking in the U.S. and around the world. Learn about the fight against trafficking in Whatcom and Skagit counties, and how busy people with busy lives can help. On Wed., May 23,

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6:30-8pm at the Blaine LIbrary (610 3rd St.). Free admission. More info: 360-3053637 or www.wcls.org.

Free Talk with The Green Reaper –

Join “The Green Reaper” herself, Elizabeth Fournier, as she talks about her brand new book, The Green Burial Guidebook: Everything You Need to Plan an Affordable, Environmentally Friendly Burial. Funeral expenses in the United States average more than $10,000. And every year, conventional funerals bury millions of tons of wood, concrete, and metals, as well as millions of gallons of carcinogenic embalming fluid. There is a better way, and Elizabeth Fournier will walk you through it, step-by-step. Fournier points the way to green burial practices that consider both the environmental well-being of the planet and the economic well-being of loved ones, including the right to bury a loved one in your own back yard. Talk takes place on Thurs., May 31 at 7pm at Village Books in Bellingham. More info: 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com/event.

“Seven Things I’ve Learned: An Evening with Ira Glass” – Ira Glass is

the creator, producer, and host of This American Life, the iconic, weekly public radio program with millions of listeners around the world. Using audio clips, music, and video, Glass delivers a unique talk, sharing lessons from his life and career in storytelling: what inspires him to create? What drives his passion? How have failures and successes informed his decisions? During his presentation, Ira Glass will mix stories live onstage and help his audience better follow the creative process of one of our foremost storytellers. Takes place Sat., June 23 at 7:30pm at Mount Baker Theatre (104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham). Admission is $59.50 / $50.50 / $41.50 / $25.50. More info: 360-7346080, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com or www.mountbakertheatre.com.

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