Entertainment News NW-October 2015 by Entertainment News NW

October 2015

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Inside this issue: ★ Young Love Meets High Society at A Swell Party with Cole Porter ★ Female Eye Film Festival to Showcase at Pickford’s Doctober ★ Dine and Dance for Children with Cancer ★ Lynden Music Festival Returns for its 7th Season ★ Kevin Woods — New Professor of Jazz at WWU ★ The Art Of Death Conference And Expo & much, more!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS OCTOBER 2015 FEATURES: Cantabile Chamber Choir Gala Event, Concerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Dine and Dance for Children with Cancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Female Eye Film Festival to Showcase at Pickford’s Doctober . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 It’s Rocket Science To Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 In My Life – A Musical Tribute to the Beatles Returns to Bellingham . . . . . . . . . 7 Kevin Woods: New Professor of Jazz at WWU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Lynden Music Festival Returns for 7th Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Mount Baker Theatre Expands Rep Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 The Art of Death Conference & Expo, Oct. 2-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 The Reel Competition: Highland Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Whatcom Symphony Orchestra 2015-2016 Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Young Love Meets High Society at A Swell Party with Cole Porter . . . . . . . . . . 8

DEPARTMENTS: Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-32 Benefits & Fundraisers . . . . . . . 35-36 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . 15-25 Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-39 Family & Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 36 Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Health & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-38 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Home & Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Lectures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 9, 11, 13 Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Potpourri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

On the cover: Once upon a time there were four guys, (Jinx, Francis, Smudge and Sparkt), who discovered they shared a love for music… Don’t miss Forever Plaid, a fabulous tribute to the close-harmony ‘guy groups’ of the 1950s, opening October 2 at the Mount Baker Theatre. Photo by Damian Vines, www.damianvinesphotography.com. See story on page 3.

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Death: The Final Irony – Absurd,

terrifying, tragic, funny (and of course ironic), this collection of short scenes and monologues explores death, dying, and the afterlife. Featuring (among others): Sam Spade; three friends (a mummy, a vampire, and a zombie); an intelligent but suicidal teenager; a man beginning his bucket list years too early; and a saleswoman selling afterlife experiences. Written by longtime Skagit Valley College drama professor Andy Friedlander, and directed by Stone Town Theatre Works’ Don Drummond. Performances at the iDiOM Theater (1418 Cornwall Ave.) Thurs.-Sat., Oct. 1-3, 7:30pm. Performances at Phillip Tarro Theater (Skagit Valley College) Fri. & Sat., Oct. 9 & 10, 7:30pm. Admission is $10 advance / $12 door. More info: 360-305-3524, info@stonetowntheatreworks.com or www.idiomtheater.com.

Moon Over Buffalo – The Lynden

Performing Arts Guild proudly presents Moon Over Buffalo, a high energy, madcap comedy by Ken Ludwig. Moon Over Buffalo is a raucous farce about a dysfunctional theater troupe performing at the Erlander Theatre in Buffalo, New York, in 1953. Enjoy the mishaps, mayhem and confusions in this fast-paced and energetic night of entertainment. Performances at the Claire vg Thomas Theatre (655 Front St.) on: Thurs. & Fri., Oct. 1 & 2 at 7:30pm and Sat. & Sun., Oct 3 & 4 at 2pm. Admission is $12 adults / $10 seniors (62+) & students (10-22). More info: 360-3544425, clairevgtheatre@gmail.com or www.clairevgtheatre.com.

Oliver! – Musical adaptation of Charles

Dickens’ classic about an orphan who runs away from a 19th century workhouse to hook up with a group of street urchins trained to be pickpockets. A classic tale told with well-known songs and dynamic dance numbers. Performances continue at the Anacortes Community Theatre (918 M Ave.): Thurs.-Sat., Oct. 1-3, 8-10, 15-17 & 22-24 at 7:30pm; and Sun., Oct. 4, 11 & 18 at 2pm. Admission is $20. More info: 360-293-6829 or www.acttheatre.com.

Mount Baker Theatre Expands Rep Series by Angela Marino & Katharine Conrad Following in the footsteps of Mount Baker Theatre’s successful Summer Rep and Winter Rep Series, MBT Autumn Rep makes its debut with the delightful musical Forever Plaid. One of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory, this deliciously fun revue is chock-full of 1950s guy group harmonies and pitchperfect melodies. The inspiring story follows a young male quartet with dreams of recording an album and hitting it big. When those dreams are cut short on the way to their first major gig, the pals return from the afterlife to give one last try at becoming a pop sensation. Director Annie Lareau describes Forever Plaid as a “musical encompass[ing] the The Plaids: Dustyn Moir (Jinx), Casey Raiha (Francis), Sage Hoag (Smudge), TJ Anderson (Sparky). friendship and dreams of these four Photo by Damian Vines, young men, and perhaps a reminder www.damianvinesphotography.com. that we should live life to the fullest while given the opportunity.” She particularly enjoys seeing the growth of the show’s lovable characters, each of whom are dedicated to fulfilling the group’s big dream. “They have taken care of each other,” says Lareau. The brotherly love comes with loads of laughs and slick dance moves, making Plaid a fun experience for the whole family. The satirical gem is full of delightfully over-the-top choreography and sentimental pop songs, including masterfully executed hits like “Love is a Many Splendored Thing,” “Crazy ‘Bout You Baby,” and “Rags to Riches.” The talented cast keeps the audience on their toes with a host of upbeat harmonies. Lareau hopes “that the audiences leave tapping their feet, singing the tunes, and having had a lovely, enjoyable evening full of laughter, tears, and a little bit of nostalgia for a time gone by.” MBT Autumn Rep’s thoroughly enjoyable Forever Plaid runs October 2-18. Visit www.mountbakertheatre.com or call 360-734-6080 for details.

Monty Python’s Spamalot – Lovingly

ripped off from the classic film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rabbits, and French people. Come see the joyous musical mayhem and slews of classic Python jokes and songs. Ages 16+. Performances at Bellingham Theatre Guild (1600 H St.) on: Thurs.-Sat., Oct. 1-3 & 8-10 at 7:30pm; Sun., Oct. 4 &11 at 2pm. Admission is $14 adults / $12 students and seniors 62+. Info: www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com , info@bellinghamtheatreguild.com or 360-733-1811.

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Little Shop of Horrors – BAAY presents

this outrageous musical, edited for all ages, for free (donations accepted) at Bellingham High School Theatre (2020 Cornwall Ave.) on Sat., Oct. 3 at 2pm and 7pm. Don’t miss this event! The talent is off the charts. Admission at the door; first come, first served! More info: 360-306-8531 or officemanager@baay.org.

The Beaux Stratagem (NT Live) – The

Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon) presents The Beaux Stratagem (NT Live) on Sun., Oct. 4 at 2pm. The “beaux” are Mr. Aimwell and Mr. Archer, two charming, dissolute young men who have blown their fortunes in giddy London. Shamed and debt-ridden, they flee to provincial Lichfield, their “stratagem” to marry for money. Admission is $16 adults / $14 seniors / $12 students and children / $2 off members. More info: 360-3368955, www.lincolntheatre.org.

Auditions for A Tuna Christmas –

A web of hair-raising stuff! ■ Be-witching jewelry Vintage paper chains Spooky decorations ■ Spiced-up candy Natural face paint ■ Enchanted candles ■

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Come audition on Sun. & Mon., Oct. 4 & 5 for our hilarious Christmas show. A Tuna Christmas is a funny two-person show— each actor plays multiple characters in Tuna, the third smallest town in Texas. Come be part of the hijinx! Read full audition notes online. Auditions will be held at the Bellingham Theatre Guild (1600 H St.) at 7pm on both days. More info: info@bellinghamtheatreguild.com or www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com or 360-733-1811.

Sketch/Improv Comedy Show: Smitty & Miles – Matt Smith and Pattie Miles are a sketch/improv comedy duo, performing sketches and improvising the day-to-day journey of a married couple and their guests (audience volunteers).

They have sold out shows all summer and now Bellingham and The Firehouse PAC (1314 Harris Ave.) are extremely excited to have the smart, charming, acerbic, irreverent pair in town to share their funny and imaginative world, on Fri., Oct. 9, 7:30pm. Admission is $15. More info: sheila@improvplayworks.com , 360-7560756 or www.improvplayworks.com/events.

Girls Night Out: The Musical – This

touching and hilarious musical takes audiences on a journey into the lives of a group of female friends. Audience members can’t help but laugh, cry, and even find themselves singing and dancing in the aisles, as some of the most popular hit songs of the 80s and 90s make this musical a fan favorite! Described by Applause magazine as ”Desperate Housewives” meets ”Mamma Mia.” Performance on Sat., Oct. 10 at 7:30pm at McIntyre Hall PAC (2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon). Admission is $40. Info: 360-416-7727 or www.mcintyrehall.org.

Vaudevillingham: The Monthly Uncensored Variety Show Fundraiser for the Bellingham Circus Guild – The 15th of every month brings a totally new/ different show, no pre-screening, allvolunteer, local and out-of-towners, novice and veteran performers, dance, aerial, comedy, magic, juggling, burlesque and

It’s Rocket Science To Me by Marla Bronstein Unless you frequent off-thebeaten-track theater experiences, it is unlikely you will come across a play like QED in Whatcom County. Scripted by Peter Parnell and set in 1986, the story, told in 45 pages and representing 90 minutes of dialogue, is mostly spoken by one actor who holds forth with captivating wit and wisdom. QED is about Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman, the man who developed Photos courtesy of Christopher Key the atomic bomb and quantum electrodynamics. Feynman was one of life’s great eccentrics. John Evans French will direct Christopher Key (above left) as Feynman and Western sophomore Savanna Balfour (above) as Miriam Field, a graduate student. Key has been preparing for this performance, “a role of a lifetime,” by working to change his appearance, attempting to lose 25 lbs. through diet, exercise, and working with a personal trainer, to attain Feynman’s cancer-ridden physicality. Key identifies with Feynman, not only as a brainiac, but also because of their mutual love for playing the bongos, frequenting topless bars, chasing women, being anti-authoritarian, and relishing bit parts in theatricals. (I assumed the part about topless bars.) Because the subject of physics and science is so prevalent in the text, Key believes QED will appeal to students and others interested in quantum physics and sciences. According to Alan Alda who originated the stage role, “The second act is about the personal life of everybody in the audience, not just Feynman’s life alone. It’s also theirs.” Key says that anybody facing the end of life, at any point, will find it interesting to see how a total rationalist approaches death. Free Key Productions presents QED in the Harold and Irene Walton space at the Mount Baker Theatre. Show times are 7:30pm, Friday, November 6; 2pm and 7:30pm, Saturday, November 7; and 2pm, Sunday, November 8. Contact Mount Baker Theatre for tickets at 360-734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com.

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more, acts from raw to polished. All the money raised goes back into the Guild to help continue its mission to assist and support the circus arts community of Whatcom County, to promote circus arts to the community at large, and to radically proliferate delight at every opportunity. Two shows (7pm, family friendly; and 9pm, anything can happen) on Thurs., Oct. 15 at the Cirque Lab (1401 6th St., Suite 102). Admission is $5-$10 suggested donation. More info: website@bellinghamcircusguild.com or www.bellinghamcircusguild.com.

Clown Bar – An immersive noir/jazz/

burlesque/clown experience, featuring a former clown-turned-detective named Happy, who returns to his former stomping grounds, an underground gangster clown bar, to avenge the death of his younger brother. Performances at iDiOM Theater (1418 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham): Thurs.-Sat., Oct. 15-17 & 22-24 at 7:30pm; Thurs. & Fri., Oct. 29 & 30 at 7:30pm; Fri., Nov. 6 at 10pm; and Sat., Nov. 7 at 7:30pm. Admission is $12 advance / $15 at the door. More info: www.idiomtheater.com.

Hamlet NT Live – The Lincoln Theatre

(712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon) presents a live broadcast of Hamlet on Thurs., Oct. 15 with an encore broadcast on Sun., Nov. 8 at 2pm. Benedict Cumberbatch takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy, directed by Lyndsey Turner. As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father’s death but paralyzed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of the state. Admission is $16 adults / $14 seniors / $12 students and children / $2 off members. More info: 360-336-8955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org.

The Rocky Horror Show – Theater Arts Guild is bringing this cult classic show to the Lincoln Theatre stage (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon) to help celebrate the 40th anniversary of the movie that was written after the stage show and has the longest running release in film history! It is a humorous tribute to the science fiction and horror B movies of the late 1940s through the early 1970s. The musical tells the story of a newly engaged couple getting caught in a storm and coming to the home of a mad transvestite scientist unveiling his new creation, a muscle man named Rocky. The catchy music will stay with you, and we encourage you to join us in dancing to The Time Warp, audience participation shout outs, and coming in costume. Parental discretion is advised. Performances at 8pm on: Fri. & Sat., Oct. 23 & 24; Thurs.-Sat., Oct. 29-31; Wed., Nov. 4; and Fri. & Sat., Nov. 6 & 7. Admission is $12.50 / $17.50 / $25. Info: tobie@lincolntheatre.org , 360-336-8955 or www.lincolntheatre.org. Fishin’ for Trouble! Murder Mystery – Hors d’oeuvres, wine, and good conversation will be available when the doors open half-an-hour before the curtains rise on this interactive “Whale of a Fatal Tale.” Guess “whodunit” as you gather clues from the cast, including: Sally Crouthers, head of the International Feed the Whales Foundation; her husband Peter St. Croix, CEO of Pirate Pete’s Frozen Fish Sticks; and Dr. Myrna Fluke, famous

whaleologist. This Friends of the Everson Library 4th Annual Murder Mystery includes light appetizers and a wine by donation bar. Tickets are $10 at the door, and online at www.brownpapertickets.com. Proceeds will benefit local library programs. Event takes place on: Sat., Oct. 24 from 2-4pm & 7-9pm and Sun., Oct. 25 from 2-4pm at Glen Echo Community Club (Goodwin Rd., Everson). More info: 360-966-0525 or www.wcls.org.

12 Minutes Max Bellingham –

12 Minutes Max is Bellingham’s curated performing arts showcase, providing opportunities for creators and performers to showcase their art. Audiences in turn are treated to a curated cross-section of the quality works the community’s artists are currently producing. Works are selected by audition by two local artists in the genres of dance, music, theater, performance art, and short film. One rule: pieces must be 12 minutes or less. Come see the diverse talent and creativity that makes this town extraordinary! Performances on Fri. & Sat., Nov. 6 & 7 at 7:30pm and Sun., Nov. 8 at 2:30pm in the Firehouse PAC (1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $15. More info: 12minutesmaxbellingham@gmail.com , www.facebook.com/12MinutesMaxBellingham?ref=bookmarks or 360-296-3766.

A Play About a Dragon – In the middle of the Middle Ages, Morton Montesque’s troupe of travelling players happily believe they’ve volunteered to perform their play about a dragon for King Stanley the Stern. Actually, they’ve volunteered to slay a real dragon! When they discover their mistake, it’s too late to back out; how can they succeed where so many brave heroes have failed? Find out at the Lynden Christian High School Worship and Fine Arts Center (515 Drayton St., Lynden) on Fri. & Sat., Oct. 16, 17, 23 & 24 at 7pm. Admission is $10 general / $6 students and seniors. More info: 360-318-9525.

Costume Sale – Get your Halloween

outfit at the BTG annual costume sale! We’ll be selling off old costumes and clothing; great to wear as is or to remake using your creativity. Great prices and selection. Sale takes place on Sat., Oct. 17 from 10am-2pm at the Bellingham Theatre Guild (1600 H St.). More info: 360-7331811, info@bellinghamtheatreguild.com or bellinghamtheatreguild.com. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet

Lynden Music Festival Returns for 7th Season by Marla Bronstein Terhi Miikki-Broersma moved from Kotka, Finland, to Lynden in 2004. Her husband, Doug Broersma, who directs the Mt. Baker Toppers, introduced her to local legend Claire vg Thomas. Claire was a retired professional musician who loved all kinds of music, and had worked with famous composers and musicians in New York. A friendship was formed. Claire’s passing in October of 2007 left a huge hole in the hearts and arts community of Lynden. Terhi wanted to honor Claire’s memory, and believed that Lynden was ripe for creating its own community music festival, incorporating different genres, and including educational opportunities. Terhi had experience producing such a festival in Finland, and was confident Lynden’s varied gathering places would be perfect locations to house and sustain such a festival. In the fall of 2008, Terhi produced the first “Claire de Lune” concert series, dedicated to Claire vg Thomas. The concert series has continued every year since then, known now as the Lynden Music Festival, and will celebrate its 7th season October 14-18, 2015. Debussy’s “Claire De Lune” is always on the program at least once during the week. Terhi and Gaye Davis (Associate Concertmaster of the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra) set the program for the Festival. A small board supports all of the coordination and organizational needs for the festival. This year, the theme is Island Music, and features music and musicians from various islands around the world. Joining the festival are West My Friend from Victoria, BC; JP and The Oak Rhythm Boys from Orcas Island; Adrian Clarke from Great Britain; and Peter Binskin from Australia.

No island-themed series would be complete without Hawaiian music. This year’s series includes the internationally acclaimed and award-winning World Music group HAPA, featuring founder Barry Flanagan, an American singersongwriter, and musician Kapono Na’ili’ili.

David Feingold

Fitzpatrick, WWU Chorale Director and the WWU Chorale; B Natural, a WWU Jazz combo; Violinist Grant Donnellan, Concert Master of the Whatcom Symphony; Bellingham’s Johnny Barnes, a former lead singer with The Platters; and Lynden’s Duo Lido; made up of Gaye Davis and Terhi. The website states the Festival runs from October 14-18, with some shows requiring ticketed admission, and others free to the public. A pre-series concert has been added on October 13 and will showcase HAPA at the HAPA Clay Estate

West My Friend. Photo by Chris Poynter.

Grant Donnellan

Martin Kuuskmann

In addition, local Whatcom County musicians including Mane Event, Lynden High School’s advanced choir; Grammy nominated Estonian-born bassoon virtuoso Martin Kuuskmann; Cabin Fever NW, a Bellingham folk band; Tim

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(formerly known as the Bachman Estate) with limited seating for 40. Other events during the course of the festival include piano master classes and outreach performances in Lynden elementary schools. In addition, Finnish Doctor of Music Matti Hyökki will work with Tim Fitzpatrick from WWU to conduct and perform a chorale piece by Sibelius. The Festival is funded through ticket sales, sponsorships, program advertising, and grants from The Finlandia Foundation and The Jansen Foundation. Venues include the Jansen Art Center, Lynden Pioneer Museum, The Dutch Village Mall, Homestead Golf and Country Club, various coffee shops, local residences and more. Check the event website at www.lyndenmusicfestival.com and Facebook for current and complete location details, and to purchase tickets if necessary. Terhi assures that, with the varied genres of music and performance spaces, there will be something for everyone.

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Guy Mendilow Ensemble: Tales from the Forgotten Kingdom – This sonic

adventure is masterfully brought to life by the Guy Mendilow Ensemble, an awardwinning quintet of world-class musicians with members hailing from Israel, Palestine, Argentina, Japan, and the USA. This internationally savvy ensemble delivers a richly textured global experience of haunting beauty. Performance on Thurs., Oct. 1 at 7:30pm in the WWU PAC. Admission is $11-$22. More info: 360650-6146, heather.dalberg@wwu.edu or www.cfpa.wwu.edu/event/guy-mendilow-ensemble.

Michael Refvem Piano Recital –

Pianist Michael Refvem returns to Bellingham to perform a program of piano classics by J.S. Bach, Ravel, and others. Also included in the program is a work by WWU music faculty member Roger Briggs.

The concert concludes with the Great A Major Piano Sonata by Schubert. Michael Refvem is an alumnus of Western Washington University and the Manhattan School of Music. He has performed on prominent stages in the United States and Europe, including appearances with the Bellingham Festival of Music and Marrowstone Music Festival. Join us for this concert on Fri., Oct. 2 at 6:30pm in the Whatcom Museum Old City Hall Rotunda (121 Prospect St.). Admission is $20 general / $10 students suggested donations. More info: www.michaelrefvem.com.

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In My Life – A Musical Tribute to the Beatles Returns to Bellingham by Marla Bronstein In My Life – A Musical Tribute to the Beatles will return to the Mount Baker Theatre on Friday, October 23 at 7:30pm. In My Life is the award-winning musical biography of the Beatles, told through the eyes of manager Brian Epstein, and featuring the live music of the renowned tribute band Abbey Road. In 2007, producer Andy Nagle saw a Southern California Beatles tribute band perform at a fundraiser to benefit a local 130-seat community theatre. He was stunned by their spot-on performance, and thought about weaving the Beatles’ story into the music, highlighting well-known, historical facts. Andy grew up listening to the Beatles and considers himself to have been an average fan. He and his writing partner researched Nate Bott (“John”), Chris Paul Overall (“Paul”), everything they could to put together the Axel Clarke (“Ringo”) and Jesse Wilder best version of the facts that could be (“George”). Photos by Michelle Fairless. determined, using close Beatles’ sources and incorporating some poetic license. Theaters around the country heard about the successful show, and they have been touring since 2008. The members of the current touring company are Southern California-based, and range in age from 20s to 30s. They are admittedly Beatles fanatics, who love performing in front of large crowds, recreating Beatles music note for note. College volunteers who started touring with the show now travel with the show for a living. A string quartet from Bellingham High School (pictured at right) was chosen to perform five songs with the cast. The group is led by teacher and conductor Nick Stroebel. Andy assures audiences that the show is more than a tribute concert; it is a musical retelling of the story with a live band. There will be something for any true Beatles historian, as well as casual Beatles fans. Tickets are $25-$65 and may be purchased at www.MountBakerTheatre.com , in person Bellingham High School String Quartet: at the theatre box office, or by calling 360Madeline Smith, Chloe Johnston, Sophia 734-6080. Mount Baker Theatre is located at 104 N. Commercial St. in downtown Bellingham. Kongshaug and Tanner Wallace. Photo by Ariel Rabkin-Meyer. This show is appropriate for all ages. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet

Young Love Meets High Society at A Swell Party with Cole Porter Well, did you evah? What a swell party this is! A rollicking new musical written by Scott Henderson, Martin Bray and Larry Rosen opens in October, celebrating America’s iconic songwriter, Cole Porter. And the roller-coaster of romance at a New York penthouse party. A Swell Party with Cole Porter, debuts on Thursday, October 8, and can be seen again on Saturday, October 24, 7:30pm at The Firehouse PAC, and again on Saturday, November 21, 7:30pm, at the Jansen Art Center in Lynden. Local favorites Martha Benedict, Martin Bray, Ben Buchanan, Sherrie Kahn, and Megann Schmidt perform more than 30 of Cole Porter’s timeless songs. It is 1947, and society hostess, Elsa Maxwell, is throwing a grand party for Cole Porter. In a surprise reunion, two young caterers, Harry and Fern, rekindle the spark of romance. But Fern has another party game on her mind: Find a rich man to marry. She doesn’t know Harry has some secrets of his own. Through the rich catalog of Porter’s wry, romantic, and downright hysterical songs, Harry and Fern discover love can overcome even the most opulent of temptations. The songs, written between 1927 and 1956, include favorites like You’re the Top, You’d Be So Nice to Come Home To, Friendship, Let’s Do It, Let’s Misbehave, Be A Clown, Anything Goes, My Heart Belongs to Daddy, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, I Get a Kick Out of You, Night and Day, Begin the Beguine, Just One of Those Things, and many more rarer finds.

Sherrie Kahn, Martin Bray, Martha Benedict, Ben Buchanan, Megann Schmidt, and Scott Henderson (seated at piano). Photos by Christopher Key.

“Porter himself is never on stage, but his presence is evident through the other characters,” said Scott Henderson, co-writer and musical director. “Every famous name we drop in this play, and we drop a lot of them, from Igor Stravinsky to Edith Piaf, came right from the pages of Cole Porter’s biography. He knew everyone in artistic circles, and when he wrote songs, he wrote very personally for his friends to perform and enjoy.”

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The show is a highlight of the Bellingham Music Club’s (BMC) Night Beat evening series. In its centennial 2015-2016 season, the BMC will offer nine free Wednesday morning concerts, seven Thursday Night Beat concerts, and sponsor five competitions for music students, plus an Award Winners Showcase concert. A key event of the season is the November 5 performance at the First Congregational Church by celebrated bassoonist, Martin Kuuskmann, benefitting the BMC Student Awards program. “We are thrilled to be able to offer A Swell Party with Cole Porter as part of our Night Beat series,” said Isabelle Cormier, program chair for the BMC. “Last season’s A Broadway Cabaret was a surprise hit with our growing audiences, and we are very pleased to be able to keep exploring popular music repertoire in creative ways. Premiering a new musical comedy is a great way to celebrate our first 100 years!” The Firehouse Performing Arts Center is at 1314 Harris Avenue in Bellingham’s Fairhaven District. The Jansen Art Center is at 321 Front Street in Lynden. You can learn more about all BMC events at www.bellinghammusicclub.org or by calling 360-306-8580. Tickets for A Swell Party with Cole Porter are $15 at Village Books (1200 11th St.), Piper Music (2512 Meridian St.), and online at www.bellinghammusicclub.org and www.jansenartcenter.org. Tickets at the door if available.

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Cantabile Chamber Choir Gala Event and Concerts For the past nine years, Cantabile Chamber Choir has been delighting audiences in the Skagit Valley and beyond, and is now entering its 10th year of musical excellence. Members of this auditioned twenty-three-voice ensemble are dedicated to continual growth in the art of choral singing, while sharing their love of fine choral music. Under the direction of Dr. Stephen Marshall-Ward, the singers strive for artistic excellence, performing an inspiring mix of traditional, classical and contemporary works. In seeking to become an even greater community resource, they wish to expand their musical outreach and resources. To reach this goal, they need your help, and invite you to a very special gala event. The Taste of Skagit Valley will be held at Maple Hall, 104 Commercial in La Conner on November 1, 4-7pm. This benefit for Cantabile Chamber Choir will feature local wines, beers, spirits, and artisan food, all produced locally! Come and celebrate the bounty of the Skagit Valley! Bid on unique items at the silent auction, discover

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delectable treats, enjoy live jazz music and songs by Cantabile Chamber Choir. Admission is $30 and includes 5 wine tastings, artisan food tastings, souvenir tasting glass, live music, local vendors, raffles, and silent auction.

Tickets are available at the door and at brownpapertickets.com. Taste of Skagit Valley is for ages 21+ (ID required). For more information, contact Jennie Bouma at cantabilechamberchoir@gmail.com or 425-312-4565.

You are also invited to the Cantabile Chamber Choir Christmas concert! The Joy of Christmas, A Feast of Carols will take place on Friday, Dec. 4, 7:30pm at United Methodist Church, 2201 H Ave in Anacortes; Friday, Dec. 5, 7:30pm at Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Rd on Camano Island, and Saturday, Dec. 6 at 3pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 415 S. 18th in Mount. Vernon. Suggested donation, at the door, is $15. There are discounts available for families and students. For additional information on the Christmas concerts, please email cantabilechamberchoir@gmail.com.

encore broadcast on Sun., Oct. 11 at 1pm with Anna Netrebko in her highly anticipated Met role debut as Leonora, the tortured heroine. Dmitri Hvorostovsky sings Count di Luna in the first pairing of the two Russian superstars at the Met since 2002, with Yonghoon Lee as Manrico, the title character, Stefan Kocan as Ferrando, and Dolora Zajick in her signature role of the demented gypsy Azucena. Admission is $23 adults / $19 seniors / $16 students / $2 off members. More info: tobie@lincolntheatre.org , 360-336-8955 or www.lincolntheatre.org.

Bellstock – Enjoy a weekend of music

and art on the waterfront this fall at the first ever Bellstock festival. This free two-day event (Sat. & Sun., Oct. 3 & 4 from 10am-7pm) is sure to be a Pacific Northwest highlight. Come down to Bellwether Way, bring your picnic blanket and enjoy some local music, art, food, and beer! Free admission. More info: 360-6762500, tiffanyd@portofbellingham.com or www.portofbellingham.com.

Bellingham Ukulele Group (BUG) Jam – Time to strum and sing at the BUG

monthly jam on Sat., Oct. 3, 3-5pm at St. James Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall (910 14th St., Bellingham). Bring The Daily Ukulele, Vol. 1, the BUG songbook, and a stand. Jam begins at 3pm; 45-minute beginner session begins promptly at 2pm. Admission is $5 suggested donation. • BUG @ Roeder: Come and sing songs with us from The Daily Ukulele, Vol. 1 in (continued on page 11)

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Kevin Woods: New Professor of Jazz at WWU by Deborah M. Bernard Kevin Woods, trumpeter, educator, and composer/arranger, was just named the first full-time WWU Professor of Jazz in five years. Woods received his BA in Music from WWU and his MM in Jazz Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Colorado. He loves the musical culture of Bellingham. “I’m looking forward to joining a team of talented and inspiring faculty and working with the students of WWU,” he said. There is an awakening in Bellingham, a rebirth of the celebration of jazz. Just ask Lloyd Peterson, the founder of the Mount Baker Rhythm and Blues Festival, which just celebrated its 20th year. He’ll tell you: “It hasn’t been easy in a traditionally non-blues/jazz area... a population consisting of country and rock & roll fans.” Ask Julian McDonough, NW drummer and educator, and founder of the Whatcom Jazz Music Art Center (WJMAC): “Jazz music and its creators, as

well as its current practitioners, are given little, if any, exposure in this country or in its general cultural landscape. Whatcom Jazz MAC is doing what it can to help change that.” “When I applied for the position this year, the administration was amazingly supportive of jazz and the jazz dynamic,” Woods said. “The energy percolating from the faculty and the students was pretty amazing.” This is a total departure from when Woods got his BA in music from WWU a few years ago. Back then, the jazz students did not “cross-pollinate with the community, which was a detriment in a town like Bellingham, that supports the arts,” Woods said. It was at WWU, as a student, that Woods met Leonard Axelsson, the son of a famous Swedish bass player, who had come to study American jazz. “It’s different in Europe. They tend to emulate our classical jazz of the 20s, 30s, or 40s, or ultramodern jazz. They are missing our 50s-60s hardbop era,” Woods said. Woods and Axelsson “played well together” and have released an album as the Kevin Woods/Leonard Axelsson Quartet. Woods has also released two albums with his Kevin Woods Quartet. His 2014 release, Minor Suggestions, featured Julian McDonough on the drums. He also released No More Waiting in 2014 with his own US based quartet. His goal for the jazz department is to get “the jazz small group playing every two weeks in the community,” Woods said. “You learn the concepts, and then you practice,” he said. “But you grow the most and learn the most when you play for an audience.” Woods has performed locally, and in Italy, South Korea, and Sweden. “Wherever you play, little children GET that swing feel—that joyous, bouncy, playful rhythm that is so unique to jazz.

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Kevin Woods, WWU Jazz Professor. Photo courtesy of Leon James Photography.

As adults, we maybe don’t want people to see us smiling and dancing, but kids just get it.” Woods also has aspirations for his larger group of students. He taught at WWU from 2008-2009. His students performed at a “Big Band Bash” then. He is working on a Big Band Bash at Boundary Bay Brewery with the large group for this spring. “”I know it’s a lot of B’s,” he said. As an educator, he has taught music at WCC, WWU, the University of Colorado, and Seakyung College in South Korea, and was professor of jazz studies at Spokane Falls Community College Would it be an adjustment to come from running the jazz program in Spokane to adjusting to the climate here? “I like the moodiness of the weather here,” he said. “When it’s raining as I go to a performance, it’s like me, brooding, before I perform.” He and his wife are the “parents” of “two precocious dogs,” Charger, a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel whose only defense is that he is “so cute,” and George, a wild shepherd/black lab mix who is “dumb and sweet.” Woods advises music fans to watch for future dates for his students to perform in the community. The Kevin Woods Quartet will be performing at the WJMAC at the Majestic on Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 7pm. Admission is $10 general / $5 students, with Kevin on the trumpet, Greg Feingold on bass, and Julian McDonough on the drums. Their website reads, “We are so pleased to feature the new head of the jazz department at WWU, Kevin Woods. Kevin is breathing new life into the jazz program up there, as well as to our jazz scene here in Bellingham. Come check out this phenomenal musician and help give him a proper Bellingham welcome.”

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the parlor of the historic Roeder Home (2600 Sunset Dr., Bellingham) on Wed., Oct. 21 from 7-8:30pm. All instruments welcome. Admission is free/donations appreciated. • Some loaner ukuleles and books available. Info: 360-734-1792, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com.

Mount Baker Toppers – The Mount

Baker Toppers, a men’s a cappella chorus based in Bellingham, perform a variety of musical genres including pop, doo-wop, gospel, and barbershop. Performance on Sat., Oct. 3 at 7:30pm at Jansen Art Center (321 Front St., Lynden). Tickets are $15. More info: info@jansenartcenter.org , 360354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Women With Wings – We sing with

and for each other during regular, bimonthly rehearsals on the 1st and 3rd Tues. of each month (Oct. 6 & 20) from 10-11:30am at the First Congregational Church (2401 Cornwall Ave.). We go to different community facilities with our voices and instruments. We provide a fun, interactive hour of singing to a variety of different age groups at assisted living facilities, the hospital, a homeless shelter, and facilities for people living with dementia. All are welcome to join! We sing on the following dates: Tues., Oct. 6 from 3:30-4:30pm at The Leopold (1224 Cornwall Ave.); Thurs., Oct. 8 from 3-4pm at Bellingham at Orchard (848 West Orchard St.); and Wed., Oct. 21 from 1:15-2:30pm at Adult Day Health (905 Aaron Dr., behind Lynden Manor). Free admission. More info: 360-525-3487 or www.bellinghamwomenwithwings.org.

Backstage @ the Border: Amber Darland (singer/songwriter) – Amber

Darland is one of the most exciting emerging singer-songwriters of the Pacific Northwest. Her intensely personal music has the passion reminiscent of Patty

Griffin, Lucinda Williams, and Shawn Colvin. Proceeds after expenses benefit the greater Blaine-Birch Bay community with assistance for food, utilities, lodging, gas and other needs. Performance on Sat., Oct. 10 at 7pm at Christ Episcopal Church (382 Boblett St., Blaine). Admission is $7 suggested donation at the door. More info: info@backstageattheborder.com , www.backstageattheborder.com or 360-927-9085.

Walter Trout and The Radicals featuring Ayron Jones and The Way – After a successful liver transplant last Spring, Walter Trout has recovered and has returned to the stage. Voted 6th greatest guitarist of all time by 1,000,000 BBC listeners, Trout will be supported by Seattle sensation Ayron Jones on Sat., Oct. 10, 8pm, at Skagit Center (1000 Fountain St., Burlington). Admission is $35. More info: 360-383-0850, freesprt@televar.com or www.bakerblues.com.

Noah Guthrie – Bluesy-pop singer/

songwriter Noah Guthrie has been taking the U.S. by storm to promote his debut album, Among the Wildest Things. Known for his unique covers on YouTube and his Glee debut in Season 6, Noah is excited to give fans a taste of his own music. Performance on Fri., Oct. 16 at 7:30pm at McIntyre Hall (2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon). Admission is $25. Info: 360-416-7727 or www.mcintyrehall.org.

Otello (Verdi) Met Live in HD – The

Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon) presents a live broadcast of Otello on Sat., Oct. 17 at 9:45am with an encore broadcast on Sun., Oct. 25 at 1pm. A new staging of Verdi’s masterpiece, conducted by Yannick Nezet-Seguin and directed by Bartlett Sher, opens the Met season. Aleksandrs Antonenko sings his first Met performances of the tormented Moor of Venice, with Sonya Yoncheva in her role debut as his wife, Desdemona, and Zeljko Lucic as Otello’s sinister rival, Iago.

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Admission is $23 adults / $19 seniors / $16 students / $2 off members. More info: 360-336-8955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org.

Bellingham Chamber Music Society presents Horn Masterworks featuring Gustavo Camacho – The

BCMS season opening concert will feature Gustavo Camacho, former horn professor at the Interlochen Arts Academy, who has just relocated to WWU’s Music Department. He will be joined by an all-star cast of musicians including clarinetist Eugene Zoro, violinist Laura Speck Camacho, violist Eric Kean, cellist Coral Marchant, and pianists Milica Jelaca Jovanovic and Jeffrey Gilliam. Come hear their unforgettable performances of the Dohnanyi “Sextet” and Carl Reinecke’s “Trio for Clarinet, Horn and Piano.” Concert takes place on Sat., Oct. 17 at 7:30pm at First Congregational Church (2401 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $15 adults / $5 students. Info: info@bellinghamchambermusic.org , www.bellinghamchambermusic.org or 360-303-4014.

Elton The Early Years, Starring Kenny Metcalf – See the ultimate Elton

John tribute show on Sat., Oct. 17 at 8pm at Skagit Valley Casino Resort’s Pacific Showroom (5984 N. Darrk Lane, Bow). Audiences and critics alike say they leave the show with a sense that they just saw Elton and his band. Admission is $20 / $24. More info: 877-275-2448 or www.theskagit.com/entertainment.

Global Spice World Percussion Tradition Series: Dan Piccolo –

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Whatcom Symphony Orchestra 2015-2016 Season As in years past, the symphony will be joined by the Bellingham The Whatcom Symphony Orchestra has Children’s Choir, who will add their been entertaining audiences for the past voices to help make a joyful noise. 40 years, bringing exquisite music into the This winter wonderland of sound will Mount Baker Theatre. Regional, national, be created at 3pm on Sun., Dec. 6. and international soloists have joined the Though the orchestra will be community orchestra throughout the taking a break from putting on years. The 2015-2016 season will be an concerts in January, the party is far opportunity for the orchestra to continue from over. There will be a gala to make beautiful music. celebrating the group’s 40th The season is set to open with the anniversary held on Saturday, Jan. well-known and beloved violinist James 30, at Settlemyer Hall at Bellingham Ehnes. He will be performing Beethoven’s Technical College. It will be an evening of Concerto for Violin and Symphony No. 5 fine food and music. as well as a Bernstein piece. Ramona In February, the Whatcom Symphony Abbott, the external relations manager of Orchestra will be back at it, continuing a the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra, says fun new tradition that was started last this first concert will be a treat for anyone year, in collaborating with the Seattle Rock who loves classical music. Orchestra to take on modern music. Last “He’s considered one of the best contemporary violinists out there,” Abbott said. “Ehnes playing Beethoven’s exquisite Violin Concerto is going to be indescribable.” James Ehnes will be playing with the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra at 3pm on Sun., Oct. 11 at the Mount Baker Theatre. In November, the orchestra will be joined by the talented Moran Katz on the clarinet and Dimitri Murrath on the viola. Both Katz and Murrath have performed internationally, On Sunday, November 22, the orchestra will be joined by the talented and together they will Moran Katz (left) on the clarinet and Dimitri Murrath on the viola. perform Bruch’s Concerto for Clarinet, Viola, and year’s retrospective on the music of the Orchestra, a rarely performed double Beatles was so popular that they decided concerto. They will also contribute to the to do it again, this time with the Magic of world premiere of Sean Hickey’s Motown. “Hitherto,” an overture commissioned by March will bring the truly innovative the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra in work of the season. As part of the honor of its 40th anniversary. This concert celebration of its 40th season, the will take place at 3pm on Sun., Nov. 22. orchestra will be starting a multi-year December’s concert will be a perfect project of exploring music composed by chance to get into the spirit of the season, artists in the face of oppression. Entitled with the theme “‘Ham for the Holidays.” “Harmony from Discord,” this is perhaps

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(At left) Pianist Alessio Bax will join the orchestra for its final concert of the season on June 5. Photo © Lisa-Marie Mazzucco. (At right) The first concert of the WSO 2015-2016 season will be Oct. 11 and will feature guest violinist James Ehnes. Photo © Benjamin Ealovega.

the most important work being done by the orchestra this year, Abbott said. “Not a lot of orchestras are performing these works, so it’s fairly big news in the classical world,” she explained. “It’s also very heartening how much interest we are getting from our donors and patrons about this important series.” This concert, the first in a series, will feature Jessica Choe on the piano, Susan Gulkis Assadi on the viola and Zart Dombourian-Eby on the flute. It will feature works written by Laszlo Weiner, a brilliant composer who lost his life in the Auschwitz concentration camp, and by Shostakovish, who wrote in defiance of Stalin’s regime. It will take place on Sunday, March 6 at 3pm. The season will be rounded out by two powerhouse performances in May and June. Celebrating the arrival of spring, the syncopated rhythms of Latin America will burst forth in May’s Viva el Tango! concert, featuring Seattle Symphony violinist Elisa Barston. This energetic show will take place on Sun., May 1 at 3pm. June’s program will close out the season with an electrifying flourish. Alessio Bax, an awe-inspiring pianist, will join the orchestra to wow audiences with Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 (Emperor) and Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 (Titan). This performance will take place on Sun., June 5 at 3pm. Tickets for the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra’s 40th Anniversary Season are on sale now. They are available at the Mount Baker Theatre box office (reserve in person or call 360-734-6080), and online at www.whatcomsymphony.com. There are also free youth tickets available through the Take-A-Teen program; with the November, March, and May performances, any adult purchasing a ticket can also receive a free ticket for students ages 12 to 17.

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throughout the US and abroad in a variety of different settings. Since 2005, he has travelled several times to Varanasi, India, to study the drumming of North Indian tabla as a disciple of Pandit Kuber Nath Mishra. Admission is $10-$16. More info: 360650-6146 or heather.dalberg@wwu.edu.

Multi-Platinum Singer/Songwriter Bret Michaels to Perform at Skagit Valley Casino Resort – Bret Michaels is

country as “the voice of the voiceless,” has a strong social conscience and is not afraid to speak out on behalf of the poor. Writing in his vernacular Chichewa, his socially conscious lyrics speak for Malawi’s underprivileged. Performance on Fri., Oct. 30 at 7:30pm McIntyre Hall (2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon). Admission is $30. More info: 360-416-7727 or www.mcintyrehall.org.

Tannhauser (Wagner) Met Live – The

known for always bringing the party to his fans. He turned his passion for music into a multi-faceted brand, including record breaking touring sales, Reality TV stardom, legendary songs selling over 32 million records, and product endorsements. His True Grit Tour is presented by Overstock.com and sponsored by PetSmart. Performances are Fri. & Sat., Oct. 23 & 24 at 8pm at Skagit Valley Casino Resort’s Pacific Showroom (5984 N. Darrk Lane, Bow). Admission is $55-$60. More info: 877-275-2448 or www.theskagit.com.

Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon) presents a live broadcast of Tannhauser on Sat., Oct. 31 at 9:45am with an encore broadcast on Sun., Nov. 15 at 1pm. Johan Botha sings his first company performances of the demanding title role, in a cast that also includes Eva-Maria Westbroek as Elisabeth and Michelle DeYoung as Venus, the human and divine rivals for Tannhauser’s affection. Admission is $23 adults / $19 seniors / $16 students / $2 off members. More info: 360-336-8955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org.

Peter Mawanga & The Amaravi Movement – Peter Mawanga & the

John Reischman, Scott Nygaard, and Sharon Gilchrist Concert – The

Amaravi Movement make music inspired by traditional Malawian rhythms and instruments. Mawanga, known in his

Barkley Toasters – We make it easy to

gain confidence in your public speaking. With your committment of two lunch hour meetings a month, and a couple of hours of speech prep every few months, you get support and mentoring from our fun, professional members. Barkley Toasters meets the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Fridays (Oct. 2, 16 & 30), noon-1pm at the Dorothy Haggen Building (2211 Rimland Dr., Bellingham). More info: 360-333-8777 or 1383833.toastmastersclubs.org.

Bellingham Evening Toastmasters Open House – Join the Bellingham

Evening Toastmasters on Tues., Oct. 6 from 6:30-8:30pm for an evening of lively speeches and a chance at impromptu speaking. Event takes place at Festival Square Condo Clubhouse (5040 Festival Blvd., Bellingham; just north of WCC). Free admission. More info: 360-927-4848, patrickmcginty@yahoo.com or 4470.toastmastersclubs.org.

Museum Advocates: Conversations with Lanny Little – Lanny Little is best

known for his biographical and historical videos, as well as his large murals around Bellingham. He has slowly pivoted from painting to filmmaking and has documented many local artists, including Tom Sherwood. Lately his focus has been on three short films about Fairhaven history: The Morgan Block, The Fairhaven Hotel and The Knights of Pythias Building, all narrated by Jim Rich, the “spirit” of

acoustic power trio of mandolinist John Reischman, guitarist Scott Nygaard, and bassist/mandolinist Sharon Gilchrist blends

Dirty Dan Harris. Event takes place on Thurs., Oct. 8 from noon-1pm in the Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room (121 Prospect St., Bellingham). Free admission. Info: info@whatcommuseum.org , 360778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

traditional bluegrass and folk styles, reshaping old melodies and composing new music based on traditional forms with flair and richness. Reischman and Nygaard, both Grammy winners revered in the acoustic world for their melodic virtuosity and impeccable tone, have been performing together off and on since the early 90s. They are joined by Gilchrist, whose mandolin and bass playing have been in high demand for years, gracing the bands of acoustic and bluegrass icons Darol Anger, Peter Rowan, Tony Rice, Laurie Lewis, and others. Performance on Sun., Nov. 1 at 2pm at the YWCA (1026 N. Forest St., Bellingham). Admission is $15. More info: harrisfd@gmail.com , 360733-5960 or www.johnreischman.com.

The Boom Booms – The Boom Booms

are an Indie Soul band from Vancouver, BC made up of brothers, childhood friends, and family ties. The Boom Booms love and live for the road. They’ve busked across Europe, performed in the Brazilian Amazon and Rio’s famous “Casa Rosa,” and toured Mexico, Central America, and the US. Join us on Tues., Nov. 10 at 7:30pm at McIntyre Hall (2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon). Admission is $30. Info: 360-416-6646 or www.mcintyrehall.org.

WWU Fall Choral Concert – Beautiful choral music featuring American composers on Tues., Nov. 10 at 8pm at WWU PAC Concert Hall. Free admission. More info: choral.library@wwu.edu or 360-650-2385.

Newcomers Club: Geologist David Tucker, Director of the Mount Baker Volcanic Research Center – David

Tucker will speak about the work of the Mount Baker Volcanic Research Center on Wed., Oct. 21 at our noon luncheon at the Bellingham Golf & Country Club (3729 Meridian St.). Mr. Tucker is a retired high school science teacher and adjunct instructor at WWU. In 1986, he received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Education from the National Science Foundation. Admission is $16 / reservations required. Info: 360-354-4662, information@whatcomnewcomers.org or www.WhatcomNewcomers.org.

Bellingham City Club Lunch Meeting – Join us for our Wed., Oct. 28 meeting from noon-1:30pm at Northwood Hall (3240 Northwest Ave.). Maia Bellon, Director of the State Department of Ecology, will speak on issues critical for all residents of Bellingham and Whatcom County. Guests and new members are welcome. Admission is $13 members/$18 non-members in advance including lunch; $15/$20 at the door. More info: info@bellinghamcityclub.org or www.bellinghamcityclub.org.

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Skagit Reads – Skagit Reads is a

county-wide library program that brings readers from Skagit County together to discuss and engage with one book. This fall, participants are encouraged to read Joshua Davis’ book Spare Parts: Four Undocumented Students, One Ugly Robot, and the Battle for the American Dream. Copies of the book in English and Spanish are freely available at all Skagit libraries. Spare Parts is the true story of a robot named Stinky, a scrappy creation imagined by a team of undocumented Mexican-born teens from Phoenix, Arizona. Encouraged by their coach to enter Stinky into a national underwater robotics competition, these boys overcame the odds to beat the country’s top student engineers, including a team from MIT. Skagit Reads events are taking place around the county. More info: sarah@mountvernonwa.gov, 360-3366209 or www.facebook.com/SkagitReads.

Whatcom Writers and Publishers Monthly Meeting: “Exploring Amazon Avenues for Authors – WWP presents a talk by novelist/poet Terry Persun at its Wed., Oct. 14 meeting at Nicki’s Bella Marina (2615 S. Harbor Loop Dr., Bellingham). Persun has been writing and publishing poetry, short stories, and novels since the 1970s. He is the recipient of seven awards for his novels and poetry collections. Amazon has built programs to help authors get published, and Persun will briefly cover many of these. RSVP required at www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org. Happy hour is at 5:30pm, followed by the talk at 6:30pm. All writers are welcome. Free admission. More info: 360-319-8366, www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org or caithiseach@gmail.com.

GO HORSEBACK RIDI NG !

Happy Trails Horseback Riding offers 1–3 hour trail rides and specialty packages including private rides, holiday rides, and engagements on horseback, at Nugents Corner. Ride gentle horses and make memories that will last forever with family & friends. We are open year-round, seven days a week. call or email for pricing & details.

Dianna : 360.318.5888 diannamiller44@gmail.com

CSWT Open Mic – The Chuckanut

Sandstone Writers Theater features prose and poetry on Wed., Oct. 14 at 7pm at the Colophon Cafe in Fairhaven. Free admission. More info: 360-671-9961 or Joakworm@aol.com.

Book Talk – Join our own Katie, for a

lively, interactive discussion about what’s being read on Thurs., Oct. 15 at 1pm at Bellingham Central Library (210 Central Ave.). Participants will share their favorite titles, make suggestions, get reading ideas, and hear more about great new books.

Anacortes Fall Boat Show – Join us for this three day event Fri.-Sun, Oct. 2-4 from 10am-5pm at the Cap Sante Marina (1019 Q Ave.). At least 75 floating boats ranging up to 65 feet, with only the best yachts from the best brokers, new and pre-owned! Look for the Big White Tent filled with electronics, rigging, and marine services! Free admission and parking. Info: www.anacortes.org/anacortes-boat-show or 360-293-7911. Anacortes Bier on the Pier – Join us

for a two-day extravaganza of bier, food, and music on Fri. & Sat., Oct. 2 & 3 at the Historic Port of Anacortes Event Warehouse (100 Commercial Ave.). Bring your thirst for beer, and leave room to enjoy the smorgasbord of all the tasty foods on the pier. Tickets include commemorative glass and first six taste tokens. Fri. hours are 5-9pm; Sat. hours are noon-6pm. Enjoy spectacular views overlooking the Guemes Channel and Mount Baker! Admission is $25-$30 1-day pass / $45-$50 2-day pass. More info: 360-293-7911, info@anacortes.org or www.anacortes.org/beer.

Blessing of the Animals – Animals are our companions, our friends, our life support. For all that they are, all that they do, and all that they give, it is appropriate to give them a blessing! Join us in honor of World Animal Day, for a Blessing of the Animals on Sat., Oct. 3 from 3-3:45pm at the North Shelter at Cornwall Park (3424 Meridian St., Bellingham). All faiths, or non-faiths, welcome, just as all animals are welcome. Bring a photograph if your animal friend is shy. Free admission. More info: www.echoesbellingham.org/events.

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Free admission. For more info, contact Katie Bray at knbray@cob.org , 360-7787230 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Extremely Scary Stories with the Bellingham Storyteller’s Guild – All

brave souls are invited to attend a frightful telling of extremely scary stories on Sat., Oct. 31 from 7-8:30pm at the Fairhaven Library (1117 12th St.). These stories are so truly scary, the event is recommended for adults only! Free admission. More info: www.bellinghamstorytellersguild.org or 360-778-7188.

Art Workshop: Making an Oceanic Library (ages 16+) – Explore the use of

locally foraged, biodegradable materials as book covers on Sat., Oct. 10 from 10am-4pm at Bison Bookbinding & Letterpress (112 Grand Ave., Suite 101, Bellingham). In this workshop, driftwood slabs and clam shells will be utilized to make a pair of journals. To register, contact Carly at 360-734-0481 or carly@bisonbookbinding.com. Supply list available upon registration. Admission is $70 general / $65 members / $10 supply fee. More info: 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

29th Annual Conference: “Taking the Helm: Making Hard Choices –

Designed for professional and family caregivers alike, this dementia-centered conference welcomes renowned speakers from across the country, including Hank Dunn, M. Div.; Kristoffer Rhoads, Ph.D.; Casey Shillam, Ph.D., RN, BC; and Vicki Schmall, Ph.D. Topics discussed include planning for end-of-life care, a medical update on dementia, self-care for caregivers, advance directives, advanced medical interventions, and potential legal issues. CEUs are available for professional caregivers from a variety of organizations, including DSHS, NCCAP, NHA, CPG, and RN/LPN. The event takes place on Fri., Oct. 23 from 8am-4:15pm at the Silver Reef Hotel Conference Center (4876 Haxton Way, Ferndale). Admission is $65 early bird registration / $75 after Oct. 9 / $10 CEU. More info: 360-671-3316, alz@alzsociety.org or www.alzsociety.org/events.

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OCTOBER 2015

ADE: “The Vultures of Tibet,” Fairhaven

THURSDAY 10/1/2015

FRIDAY 10/2/2015

Open Studio Painting, Studio UFO, 10am-3pm,

Art of Death Expo (ADE): “The Realities of Advanced Medical Interventions,” Fairhaven

Anacortes Gallery Walk, Old Town Anacortes

The Realities of Advanced Medical Interventions, Jerns Chapel, 9am-noon, free,

Friday Fish Fry, Farm Tunes and Old Fashioneds (featuring Nashville Northwest),

Wed. $180 / Thurs. $225 / $55 per day, 360-319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net. (pg. 28) Gentle Yoga Class, Joani Glasser, 10:30am11:45am, yogawithjoani@yahoo.com , 360656-6699 or www.yogawithjoani.com. (pg. 37)

Exhibit Play for Toddlers (18 mo.-4 years),

Whatcom Museum FIG, 11:45am-12:30pm, free with admission, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Clay Club, Baker Creek Ceramic Studio (5 sessions) begins, 1-4pm, $92, 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Educator Open House (book making activities), Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher

Building, 3-8pm, free, 360-778-8930 or info@whatcommuseum.org. Exhibit Play for Youth, Whatcom Museum FIG, 3:30-4:15pm, free with admission, 360-7788930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. Erik & Anissa (jazz), Jansen Art Center, 5-7pm, no cover, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360-3543600 or www.jansenartcenter.org. Celestial Forecast, Wise Awakening, 5:307:30pm, free / love donations appreciated, 360-510-3028, christinesessler@comcast.net or www.wiseawakening.com. (pg. 40) Opening Artist Reception, Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm, free, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org. (pg. 29) Doctober Opening Night, Pickford Film Center, see schedule at www.pickfordfilmcenter.org.

Bellingham Parks & Rec Travelogue Series,

Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room of Old City Hall, 7-9pm, $3 suggested donation, 360-7788930 or info@whatcommuseum.org.

Balkan Dancing on Thursday Evenings,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7:15-10pm, $5 donation requested / 1st time free, 360-380-0456. (pg. 38) “Death: The Final Irony,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm, $10 advance / $12 door, 360-3053524, info@stonetowntheatreworks.com or www.idiomtheater.com. (pg. 3)

Library, 9am-noon, free, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

360-201-7840, micki98226@aol.com. (pg. 37)

2015 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival, Maple Hall & Civic Garden Club, 10am-5pm, $10 / includes admission to museum, 360-466-4288, kathleen@laconnerquilts.org or www.laconnerquilts.org. (pg. 29-30) Anacortes Fall Boat Show, Cap Sante Marina, 10am-5pm, free, 360-293-7911, www.anacortes.org/anacortes-boat-show. (14) Barkley Toasters, Dorothy Haggen Building, noon-1pm, free, 360-220-1151. (pg. 13)

Fall Exhibit featuring Paintings by Sharon Kingston, Modern Classics Furniture + Art,

noon-8pm, free, sharon@modernclassics.com , 360-739-2474 or www.sharonkingston.com. (pg. 30) ADE: Nurturing Silence Workshop, Fairhaven Library, 1-3pm, free, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40) Figure Drawing (5 weeks) begins, Whatcom Community College, 1-3:30pm, $159, 360-319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net. (pg. 30)

ADE: Folktales for Children about Death and Loss, Fairhaven Library, 3:30-4:30pm, free, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40) Anacortes Bier on the Pier, Historic Port of Anacortes Event Warehouse, 5-9pm, $25-$30 1-day pass / $45-$50 2-day pass, 360-2937911, www.anacortes.org/beer or info@anacortes.org. (pg. 14)

Opening Reception: Cascades to Chuckanuts, Whatcom Land Trust, 5:30-8pm, free, 360-715-1197, natalie@whatcomlandtrust.org or www.whatcomlandtrust.org. (pg. 30)

Western Line Dancing for Beginners and Intermediates, Lynden Line Dancers,

6:30-8:30pm, $5, charlene.lenn@gmail.com , www.facebook.com/LyndenLineDancers or 360-354-4325. (pg. 38)

Library, 6-8pm, by donation. (pg. 40)

(420 Commercial Ave.), 6-9pm, free, 360-2936938, gallery@scottmilo.com or www.anacortesart.com. BelleWood Acres Farm, 6-9pm, free, 360-3187720, info@bellewoodfarms.com or www.bellewoodfarms.com.

New Artist Reception: Kelli Van Overloop and Karen Dade, Bay Street Studios, 6-9pm, free,

360-312-7366, wendelindunlap@gmail.com. (pg. 30) Night Gallery Artist Reception, Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery, 6-10pm, free, 360-734-1340, www.fourthcornerframes.com or Framr4U@aol.com. (pg. 31) October Art Show Reception, Scott Milo Gallery, 6-9pm, free, gallery@scottmilo.com , 360-293-6938 or www.scottmilo.com. (pg. 31)

Opening Reception: “Sound The Alarm” by Rebecca Ogden, Honey Salon and Gallery, 6-10pm, free, 360-778-3858 or www.honeybellingham.com. (pg. 31)

Opening Reception: Photographer Jeanne McGee, The Lucky Monkey, 6-9:30pm, free, 360-223-2743. (pg. 31)

UFO Members Show, Studio UFO Gallery,

6-9pm, free, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net , 360-319-6115 or www.studio-ufo.net.

Whatcom Museum in the Downtown Bellingham Art Walk, Lightcatcher Building, 6-10pm, free, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 31)

ADE: “Stories of Death” Adult Story Hour,

Honey Moon Meadery, 6:30-8:30pm, free, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40) Michael Refvem Piano Recital, Whatcom Museum Old City Hall Rotunda, 6:30-8:30pm, $20 general / $10 students suggested donations, www.michaelrefvem.com. (pg. 7)

“The Diplomat” / Q&A with David Holbrooke, Pickford Film Center, 6:30-7:45pm, $7.50 members / $10.75 general, 360-6471300, www.pickfordfilmcenter.org.

Guy Mendilow Ensemble: “Tales from the Forgotten Kingdom,” WWU PAC, 7:30-

9:30pm, $11-$22, heather.dalberg@wwu.edu or www.cfpa.wwu.edu/event/guy-mendilow-ensemble or 360-650-6146. (pg. 7) Monty Python’s “Spamalot,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm, $14 adults / $12 students and seniors 62+, 360-733-1811, info@bellinghamtheatreguild.com or www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com. (pg. 3) “Moon Over Buffalo,” Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 7:30-9:30pm, $12 adults / $10 seniors (62+) & students (10-22), 360-354-4425 or www.clairevgtheatre.com. (pg. 3) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30-10:30pm, $20, 360-293-6829, www.acttheatre.com. (pg. 3)

Hot Latin Nights: Salsa, Merengue, Cha Cha, Bachata, Bellingham Dance Company,

8-10:30pm, $5, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. Music Jam, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 8-11pm, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net.

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OCTOBER 2015 Author Event: Heidi M. Thomas (“Cowgirl Up!”), Village Books, 7-8pm, free, 360-671-2626.

“Death: The Final Irony,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 3)

Monty Python’s “Spamalot,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 3)

“Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 7:30pm,

$35, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com , 360-7346080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3) “Moon Over Buffalo,” Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) Ballroom Dance Party, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10:30pm, $5, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. Karaoke, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 9pm-closing, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net.

Latigo Lace (contemporary & country dance),

Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com/Entertainment/Winners-Lounge.

SATURDAY 10/3/2015 High Pass/Low Pass Hike, 8am, free, 360-656-5216.

Mount Vernon Farmers Market, Mount Vernon Riverwalk Plaza, 9am-2pm, free, www.mountvernonfarmersmarket.org.

“Il Trovatore” (Verdi) Met Live in HD, Lincoln

Theatre, 9:45am-1pm, $23 adults / $19 seniors / $16 students / $2 off members, 360-3368955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 7, 9) 2015 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival, Maple Hall & Civic Garden Club, 10am-5pm, $10 / includes admission to museum, 360-466-4288, kathleen@laconnerquilts.org or www.laconnerquilts.org. (pg. 29-30) Anacortes Fall Boat Show, Cap Sante Marina, 10am-5pm. (pg. 14) Ancestry Library Edition Workshop, Deming Library, 10am-noon, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. Basics of Sewing, Ragfinery, 10am-3:30pm, $50, 360-738-6977, shenterly@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com.

Bellingham Farmers Market, Depot Market

Square, 10am-3pm, www.bellinghamfarmers.org. Bellstock, Tom Glenn Common, 10am-7pm, free, tiffanyd@portofbellingham.com , 360-676-2500 or www.portofbellingham.com. (pg. 9)

Fall Exhibit featuring Paintings by Sharon Kingston, Modern Classics Furniture + Art, 10am-5pm, free, 360-739-2474, www.sharonkingston.com. (pg. 30)

Northwest Singles Club (NSC) Coffee Hour (+55), Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am, free,

360-933-4507, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com. (pg. 40) Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms, family farms across Skagit County, 10am-4pm, free, www.festivaloffamilyfarms.com or 360-4214729. (pg. 33) Visit Sculpture Woods, 10am-5pm, free, www.sculpturewoods.com. (pg. 31) Whatcom Artists Studio Tour, throughout Whatcom County, 10am-5pm, free, www.studiotour.net.

Whatcom County Artist Studio Tour with Yvette Neumann, Creative Life Adventures

NW, 10am-5pm, $99, 360-306-0878, info@creativelifeadventuresnw.com or www.creativelifeadventuresnw.com. 2015 Buddy Walk, Fairhaven Village Green, 11am-2pm, $10 adults and kids 13+ / $5 kids 6-12 / free for individuals with Down syndrome and kids 5 and under, jessikah@arcwhatcom.org or www.arcwhatcom.org. (pg. 35)

Putting The Garden To Bed: Steps to Take Now for Gardening Next Spring, My Garden

Nursery, 11-11:45am, free, 360-366-8406, mygardennursery@gmail.com or www.mygardennursery.com/events-calendar. Your Monthly Psychic Check-up, The Center of Holistic Wellness (Sedro-Woolley), 11am-4pm, $20, koleakat@hotmail.com , 360-420-2630, www.sedrowoolleyholisticwellness.wordpress.com or koleakat@hotmail.com. Anacortes Bier on the Pier, Historic Port of Anacortes Event Warehouse, noon-6pm. (pg. 14) Full STEAM Ahead (ages 5-11), Whatcom Museum FIG, 12:30-2:30pm, free with admission, www.whatcommuseum.org or 360-778-8930.

Build Your Own Vase or Planter Workshop (2 days) begins, Baker Creek Ceramic Studio, 1:30-4pm, $60, 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Bellingham Ukulele Group (BUG) Jam, St.

James Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 2-5pm, $5 suggested donation, 360-734-1792, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com. (pg. 9) “Little Shop of Horrors,” Bellingham High School Theatre, 2pm, free / donations accepted, 360-306-8531, officemanager@baay.org. (pg. 4) “Moon Over Buffalo,” Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 2pm. (pg. 3) Traditional Jazz (Swing Patrol), VFW Hall, 2-5pm, $10 members / $6 students / $12 general, 360 -734-2973, btjsjazz@gmail.com or www.btjs.webs.com. (pg. 38)

ADE: Singer/Songwriter Marie Easton,

Fairhaven Library, 3-5pm, by donation, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40) Blessing of the Animals, North Shelter at Cornwall Park, 3-3:45pm, free, www.echoesbellingham.org/events. (pg. 14)

Entertainment News Northwest ~ October 2015

Country Two Step Class (4 weeks) begins, Bellingham Dance Company, 3-4pm, $48 person / $90 couple / discounts seniors, students, military, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. “Little Shop of Horrors,” Bellingham High School Theatre, 7pm. (pg. 4)

Dance to Swing Patrol Band (with swing lesson), Presence Studio, 7:15-10pm, $10 general / $7 members and students, 360-734-5676, bhamusabda@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com.

Balkanarama Plays for Balkan Dance Party,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7:30-10:30pm, $15 requested donation, 360-380-0456. (pg. 38) “Death: The Final Irony,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 7:30pm, $35, 360-734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3) Monty Python’s “Spamalot,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) Mount Baker Toppers, Jansen Art Center, 7:30-9pm, $15, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org. (pg. 11) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3)

Latigo Lace (contemporary & country dance),

Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com/Entertainment/Winners-Lounge.

SUNDAY 10/4/2015 Community Breakfast, Rome Grange,

8am-1pm, $5 adult / $2 kids 6-10 / free 5 and under, 360-739-9605. (pg. 33)

ADE: Moving with Death Expressive Arts Workshop, Fairhaven Library, 9am-5pm, $40, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

2015 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival, Maple Hall & Civic Garden Club, 10am-5pm, $10 / includes admission to museum, 360-466-4288, kathleen@laconnerquilts.org or www.laconnerquilts.org. (pg. 29-30) Anacortes Fall Boat Show, Cap Sante Marina, 10am-5pm. (pg. 14) Bellstock, Tom Glenn Common, 10am-7pm. (9) Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms, family farms across Skagit County, 10am-4pm, free, www.festivaloffamilyfarms.com or 360-4214729. (pg. 33) Whatcom Artists Studio Tour, throughout Whatcom County, 10am-5pm, free, www.studiotour.net.

Whatcom County Artist Studio Tour with Yvette Neumann, Creative Life Adventures NW, 10am-5pm, $99, 360-306-0878 or www.creativelifeadventuresnw.com.

Byzantine Chain Bracelet Workshop,

Bellingham Metal Arts Guild (BMAG), 11am-5pm, $60 + $15 kit fee, 360-201-0236, info@BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org or www.BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org. Monty Python’s “Spamalot,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 2pm. (pg. 3) “Moon Over Buffalo,” Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 2pm. (pg. 3) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 2pm. (pg. 3) “The Beaux Stratagem” (NT Live), Lincoln Theatre, 2pm, $16 adults / $14 seniors / $12 students and children / $2 off members, 360336-8955, www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 4)

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CALENDAR

OCTOBER 2015 “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 3pm,

ADE: “How to Write a Death Plan” (Workshop with Ashley Benem), Fairhaven

Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Julianne Thoma Quartet, Hotel Bellwether Lighthouse Bar and

Women With Wings, The Leopold, 3:30-

$35, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com , 360-7346080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3) Grill, 4:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

ADE: “Speaking of Dying”/Introduction and Post-Q&A with Trudy James, Fairhaven Library, 6-8pm, by free. (pg. 40)

Dances of Universal Peace in Mount Vernon,

Center for Spiritual Living, 6-8pm, by donation, 360-629-9190, jstplnfolk@gmail.com or www.SeattleDUP.org/mt_vernon.htm. (pg. 38-39) Auditions for “Tuna Christmas,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7pm, free, 360-733-1811, info@bellinghamtheatreguild.com or www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com. (pg. 4)

MONDAY 10/5/2015 ADE: Legal Concerns with End of Life (Workshop with David Neubeck), Fairhaven Library, 10am-noon, free. (pg. 40)

Northwest Singles Club (NSC) Walk, Taylor Dock, 10am, free, 360-933-4507, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com or none. (pg. 40)

ADE: Death with Dignity Laws (Workshop with Sally McLaughlin), Fairhaven Library,

Library, 3:30-5:30pm, free. (pg. 40) 4:30pm. (pg. 11)

Tuesday Night Jazz: Julianne Thoma Quartet, Hotel Bellwether, 5-8pm, free, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

A Soft Place to Land Women’s Group,

Anacortes Center for Happiness, 6-8pm, $10 or chocolate, 360-421-1618, info@anacortescenterforhappiness.org or www.anacortescenterforhappiness.org. ADE: “The Grief Walker,” Fairhaven Library, 6-8pm, by donation. (pg. 40)

Basic Gemstone Identification (3 Tuesdays) begins, BMAG, 6-9pm, $85 + $5 kit fee, 360-

201-0236, info@BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org or www.BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org.

Bellingham Evening Toastmasters Open House, Festival Square Condo Clubhouse, 6:308:30pm, free, patrickmcginty@yahoo.com , 4470.toastmastersclubs.org or 360927-4848. (pg. 13) “Paper Tigers” / panel discussion, Pickford Film Center, 6:30-7:45pm, $7.50 members / $10.75 general, 360-647-1300, www.pickfordfilmcenter.org.

1-3pm, free, www.artofdeathexpo.com.

Interviewing Strategies: What Companies are Looking For (adults, grades 9+), Ferndale

by donation. (pg. 40)

“Sea Kayaking Baja” with Bob Kandiko,

ADE: “What is a Death Midwife?” (with Ashley Benem), Fairhaven Library, 3:30-5pm, Irish & Folk Monday, Boundary Bay Brewery,

5-9:30pm, no cover, 360-820-0486, jansongsproductions@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/Irish.Mondays.Bellingham. Irish Dance Class, Northwest Ballet Academy, 5-8pm, $15, info@northwestballet.org , 360-714-1246 or www.northwestballet.org. Hidden Gems in Whatcom County (hidden parks, trails, restaurants, stores, with treasure map!), Bellingham Public Library, 5:30-6:30pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. ADE: “A Family Undertaking,” Fairhaven Library, 6-8pm, by donation. (pg. 40) Auditions for “Tuna Christmas,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7pm. (pg. 4)

Beginning Waltz Class (4 weeks) begins, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-9pm, $48 person / $90 couple / discounts students, seniors, military, 360-224-4028, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

TUESDAY 10/6/2015 ADE: “The Family Caregiver,” Fairhaven

Library, 9am-noon, free. (pg. 40) Drawing Session-Nude, Studio UFO, 10amnoon, $16 plus minimum $2 tip for model, 360-319-6115 or www.studio-ufo.net. (pg. 30) Women With Wings Rehearsal, First Congregational Church, 10-11:30am, free, www.bellinghamwomenwithwings.org or 360-525-3487. (pg. 11) Gentle Yoga Class with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am. (pg. 37)

ADE: “Advanced Care Planning/Advanced Directives,” Fairhaven Library, 1-3pm, free, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Handbuilding and Sculpting in Clay Workshop begins, Baker Creek Ceramic Studio, 1:30-4pm, $110, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com , 360393-5458 or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Library, 7-8:45pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org.

Bellingham Public Library, 7-8:30pm, free, lori@wakekayak.org or www.wakekayak.org.

TED Talk Tuesday: Positive Thinking,

Explorations Academy’s Lower Level, 7-8:30pm, free, info@explorationsacademy.org , www.facebook.com/events/375941175922113/ or 360-671-8085. Weekly International Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9:30pm, 1st session free / $3 thereafter, safdancers@hotmail.com or 360-766-6866. (pg. 39)

Beginning Swing Class (4 weeks) begins, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-9pm, $48 person / $90 couple / discounts students, seniors, military, 360-224-4028, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

“The State of Hate: The Threat of White Nationalism in a Post-Racial America” with Devin Burghart, Fairhaven College Auditorium,

noon-1:30pm, free, 360-650-2309, shirley.osterhaus@wwu.edu or www.edu/fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/index.shtml.

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Eric & Steve,

Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, free, 360-3543600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Total Joint Replacement Class (What to Expect Before and After Surgery), Skagit

Regional Health, 1-3pm, free, 360-814-2424, vgorton@skagitregionalhealth.org or www.skagitregionalhealth.org.

ADE: Book Exchange at The Death Cafe, Fairhaven Library, 2-6pm, free. (pg. 40)

ADE: Afternoon Tea with the Death Cafe, Fairhaven Library, 3-5pm, free, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Art Adventures at the FIG (age 5-11),

Whatcom Museum FIG, 3:30-4:30pm, $5 per child / members free / additional $5 for drop-off, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. Radiant Breath Hatha Flow Class, 8 Petals Yoga, 3:30-5pm, $15 / 1st class free, 540247-1856 or lotuslightwellness@gmail.com.

ADE: A Series of Short Documentries,

Fairhaven Library, 6-8pm, by donation, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Doc Talk: “Especially for Girls: What’s Happening to Me?,” Skagit Valley Hospital, 6-8pm, free, 360-814-2424, www.skagitregionalhealth.org. (pg. 37)

ADE: Memorial Carving for Men (Workshop with Tim Powell), Whatcom Cremation and Funeral, 6:30-9:30pm, free, 360-734-7073, info@wcremation.com or www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

An Overview of the Six Kinds of Orthodox Chinese Tea (with tasting), Blaine Library, 6:30-7:30pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, Spring Creek Retirement & Assisted Living, 6:30-8pm, free, 360-788-6526, waha.acp@hinet.org or www.whatcomalliance.org.

WEDNESDAY 10/7/2015 Yoga for 9-5ers, 8 Petals Yoga, 7:30-8:30am,

$12 / 1st class free, 540-247-1856, lotuslightwellness@gmail.com or www.katherinesita.com/weekly-yoga-in-bellingham.html.

ADE: Massage for Palliative Care (Workshop with Sally Ledgerwood), Fairhaven Library, 9am-noon, $35 / 3 CEUs. (pg. 40)

Ferndale Toddler Time (18 months-5 years with caregivers), Ferndale American Legion,

10-11:30am, $2 per child / $5 per family suggested, 360-671-3660, info@wcel.net or www.wcel.net/index.php?page=programs&sub page=ferndale_toddler_time. Open Studio Painting, Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, Wed. $180 / Thurs. $225 / $55 per day, 360-319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net. (pg. 28)

Wool Traveling Wallet for Sewers/Knitters,

Ragfinery, 10am-noon, $40, 360-738-6977, shenterly@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com.

ADE: Music as Medicine (with Threshold Choirs and Harpers), Fairhaven Library, noon-2pm, free. (pg. 40)

NEW: Submit your event info online at www.ennw.info/submit-an-event/. Thank you!

CALENDAR

OCTOBER 2015 “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 7:30pm, $35, 360-734-6080, tickets@ mountbakertheatre.com or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3)

THURSDAY 10/8/2015 Book Discussion: “Spare Parts,” Mount Vernon City Library, 12:30pm, free, 360-336-6209, sarah@mountvernonwa.gov or www.facebook.com/SkagitReads. (pg. 14)

ADE: Navigating the Web of Support Workshop, Fairhaven Library, 9am-noon, free, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Open Studio Painting, Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, 360-319-6115. (pg. 28)

Gentle Yoga Class with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am. (pg. 37)

Tiny Dancers: Creative Movement (age 3-6), Bellingham Dance Company, 11:30am12:15pm, $8 drop-in, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

Museum Advocates: Conversations with Lanny Little, Whatcom Museum Rotunda

Room of Old City Hall, noon-1pm, free, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 13)

ADE: “Caskets, Baskets, and Shrouds, Oh My!,” Fairhaven Library, 1-2:30pm, free, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

English Country Dance, Bellingham Senior

Activity Center (BSAC), 1:30-3pm, free, 360474-7588, englishcountrydance@comcast.net or www.englishcountrydance.home.comcast.net. (pg. 39)

ADE: Green Burial (with Brian Flowers and Jodie Buller), Fairhaven Library, 3-5pm, free,

Western Line Dancing for Beginners and Intermediates, Lynden Line Dancers, 6:30-

Advanced No-Sew Braided Rugs, Ragfinery,

ADE: “How to Die in Oregon,” Fairhaven

www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

3-4:30pm, $10, shenterly@ragfinery.com , 360-738-6977 or www.ragfinery.com. Women With Wings, Bellingham at Orchard, 3-4pm. (pg. 11)

ADE: Singing for the Dying Workshop (with the Bellingham Threshold Singers), Fairhaven Library, 4-7pm, free. (pg. 40)

Joe Young, Jansen Art Center Firehall Cafe,

5-7pm, no cover, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360-354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org.

ADE: “A Will for the Woods” / Post-Q&A with Brian Flowers, Fairhaven Library, 6-8:30pm, by donation. (pg. 40)

Chuckanut Radio Hour featuring Stephanie Kallos, WCC Heiner Theater, 6:30pm, $5, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

Writing for Children (2 days) begins, Skagit

Valley College, 6:30-8pm, $49, 360-416-7638, Tee.DavisOverby@skagit.edu or www.skagit.edu/news5.asp_Q_pagenumber_E_2771.

Balkan Dancing on Thursday Evenings,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7:15-10pm, $5 donation requested / 1st time free, 360-3800456. (pg. 38) “A Swell Party with Cole Porter,” Firehouse PAC, 7:30-9:30pm, $15, 360-306-8580, www.belllinghammusicclub.org. (pg. 8)

Author Event: Cecil Jentges (“Bellingham: Images of America”), Whatcom Museum

Rotunda Room of Old City Hall, 7:30-9pm, $3 suggested donation / members free, 360-7788930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 7:30pm, $35, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com , 360-7346080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3) Monty Python’s “Spamalot,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) Music Jam, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 8-11pm, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net.

FRIDAY 10/9/2015 ADE: “Accupuncture for Palliative Care” (with Robyn Curtis), Fairhaven Library, 9-11am, free,

Library, 6-8pm, by donation, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Reuseable Produce Bags Workshop, Ragfinery,

6-8pm, $25, 360-738-6977, shenterly@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com. Sons of Norway Potluck and Program, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 6pm, free, 360-7152186. (pg. 40) “Death: The Final Irony,” Phillip Tarro Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 7:30pm, $35, www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3) Monty Python’s “Spamalot,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3)

Sketch/Improv Comedy Show: Smitty & Miles, Firehouse PAC, 7:30pm, $15, 360-756-0756, sheila@improvplayworks.com or www.improvplayworks.com/events. (pg. 4) “Sordid Lives” Fundraiser, Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm, $12 suggested donation, hairandbodymechanix@gmail.com. (pg. 28) Ballroom Dance Party, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10:30pm, $5, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. Funk Factory (80s/90s dance), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com. Karaoke, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 9pm-1:30am, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net.

SATURDAY 10/10/2015 Broadcast News: Prints & Patterns on Clay Artist Reception, Good Earth Pottery, 2-5pm,

free, theteam@goodearthpots.com , 360-6713998 or www.goodearthpots.com. (pg. 31) Skagit Flats Breakfast Bike Ride, 8am, free, 425-341-3738. Bonsai Show, My Garden Nursery, 9am-5:30pm, free, mygardennursery@gmail.com , 360-3668406 or www.mygardennursery.com. (pg. 38) Mount Vernon Farmers Market, Riverwalk Plaza, 9am-2pm.

www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

AAUW Monthly Meeting: “Making Room for What Matters” with Clutter-Clearing Expert Carolyn Koehnline, YWCA, 10am-noon, free,

what you can, kuntzpam@gmail.com , 360-5104711 or www.kuntzandco.org/dance-class. (pg. 37)

ADE: “A HospiceTale: Interdisciplinary Threads,” Fairhaven Library, 10am-noon, free,

Dance Class for Movement and Neurological Disorders, Ballet Bellingham, 10-11am, pay

360-392-8856, hbergkolin@gmail.com. www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Little Sprouts Learning at the FIG (adults and kids preschool prep), Whatcom Museum FIG,

Art Workshop: Making an Oceanic Library,

ADE: “Urban Death Project” (with Katrina Spade), Fairhaven Library, 2:30-3:30pm, free,

Ingot and Rolling Machine Workshop (2 days) begins, BMAG, 10am-3pm, $250 + $5 basic

10:45-11:30am, free with admission, 360-778-8930, cmclaassen@cob.org or www.whatcommuseum.com. ADE: “An Introduction to Hospice,” Fairhaven Library, 11:15am-12:45pm, free. (pg. 40) www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Art Adventures at the FIG (age 5-11),

Whatcom Museum FIG, 3:30-4:30pm, $5 per child / members free / additional $5 for drop-off, info@whatcommuseum.org , 360778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

ADE: “Voices of Compassion: Music at the End of Life” Panel Discussion, Fairhaven Library, 4-5:30pm, free. (pg. 40)

8:30pm. (pg. 38)

Entertainment News Northwest ~ October 2015

Bison Bookbinding & Letterpress, 10am-4pm, $70 general / $65 members / $10 supply fee, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 14) Bellingham Farmers Market, Depot Market Square, 10am-3pm, www.bellinghamfarmers.org. copper kit fee, 360-201-0236, info@BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org or www.BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org.

NAMI Whatcom STIGMA STOMP Mental Health Fair and 5k, Bloedel Donovan Park,

10am, $26 (t-shirt included) adults / $21 (t-shirt included) youth 11-15 / free 10 and under, 360-671-4950, nami@healthsupportcenter.org or www.namiwhatcom.org. (pg. 35)

360.599.6827

CALENDAR

OCTOBER 2015 NSC Coffee Hour, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am, free, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com or 360-933-4507. (pg. 40) Whatcom Artists Studio Tour, throughout Whatcom County, 10am-5pm, free, www.studiotour.net.

Family Tours at the Whatcom Museum (ages 3+ with adults), Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 11:30am-noon & 2:30-3pm, free with admission, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. Big Basket Bingo, Blaine Senior Center, 12:30-3pm, $20, 360-332-8040 or www.blaineseniorcenter.com. (pg. 35)

Chief Whatcom Chapter DAR Meeting,

Bellingham Elks Lodge, 12:30-2:30pm, free, 360-933-1491. (pg. 40) Full STEAM Ahead (ages 5-11), Whatcom Museum FIG, 12:30-2:30pm, free with admission, info@whatcommuseum.org , 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

ADE: “Stress and Anxiety Management for End of Life” with John Mason, Fairhaven

Library Northwest Room, 1-3pm, free, 360927-5040, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Curator Talk: “The Contemporary Native American Arts Movement” with Gail Tremblay, Museum of Northwest Art, 1-2pm, free, 360-466-4446, christyl@museumofnwart.org or www.monamuseum.org.

Experience Reiki with various practitioners and students, Unity Church, drop-in 1-3pm, by donation, 360-224-3335, www.greentouch.net.

Artist in Residence Patty Bover: Demonstration with Q&A, Bellingham Public Library, 2:30-4:30pm, free, jjohnson@cob.org , www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org or 360778-7217. “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 3pm and 7:30pm, $35, 360-734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3)

“Ripe for the Telling: Surprising Stories of Washington Fruit” with Anthropologist Julia Harrison, Everson Library, 3-4:30pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org.

Walter Trout and The Radicals featuring Ayron Jones and The Way, Skagit Center, 8pm, $35,

360-383-0850, freesprt@televar.com or www.bakerblues.com. (pg. 11) Funk Factory (80s/90s dance), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

SUNDAY 10/11/2015 Hannegan Pass Hike, 8am, free, sharrond@comcast.net.

ADE: Shamanic Journey Workshop (with Charlene Ray), Fairhaven Park, 9am-7pm,

$150, soulwisdomguide@gmail.com or www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40) Bonsai Show, My Garden Nursery, 9am-5:30pm. (pg. 38) Whatcom Artists Studio Tour, throughout Whatcom County, 10am-5pm, free, www.studiotour.net.

ADE: Ritual: Borrowed Tools for Loss Workshop (with Ashley Benem), Fairhaven Library, 1-4pm, free. (pg. 40)

Historic Cemetery Tour, Pleasant Ridge

Cemetery, 1-4pm, $10 general / $8 members, 360-466-3365, jwolfe@co.skagit.wa.us or www.skagitcounty.net/musuem. (pg. 32) Historic House Tour, Pickett House, 1-4pm, by donation. (pg. 32) “Il Trovatore” (Verdi) Met Live in HD, Lincoln Theatre, 1pm. (pg. 7, 9)

NW Tales and Trails-Songs: Washington’s Suffragette Women (benefits Pickett House Museum), Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship,

3-5pm, $10 general / $5 students / free for kids under 12, 70+ , and those with EBT.

Whatcom Symphony Orchestra: A Royal Opening, James Ehnes, Mount Baker Theatre,

3pm, $49 / $44 / $14, 360-734-6080, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 12) Bellingham Laughter Club, Terra Organica in the Bellingham Public Market, 4-5pm, free, 360-734-4989, therapeuticstudio@msn.com or www.worldlaughtertour.com. (pg. 40) Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Sonja Lee Band, Hotel Bellwether Lighthouse Bar and Grill, 4:307:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. ADE: “Burke & Hare,” Fairhaven Library, 6-8pm, by donation, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

MONDAY 10/12/2015 Extreme Impasto Workshop, Trish Harding

School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3:30pm, $100, 360-319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo. net or www.studio-ufo.net. (pg. 30) NSC Weekly Walk, Taylor Dock, 10am, free, 360-933-4507, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com.

Jensen and Bugge (Danish fiddle and accordion), Nancy’s Farm, 2-4pm, $15,

360-734-0561, www.info@nancysfarm.com or www.nancysfarm.com. Monty Python’s “Spamalot,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 2pm. (pg. 3) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 2pm. (pg. 3) “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 3pm, $35, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com , 360-7346080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3)

NookChat: Community Storytelling with Spencer Ahrens and Jim Berg, Everson Library, 3-5pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org.

ADE: “The Web We Weave,” Lightcatcher

Museum, 6-10pm, $10 adults / $8 students and seniors / free kids 10 and under, www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Backstage @ the Border: Amber Darland (singer/songwriter), Christ Episcopal Church,

7-9pm, $7 suggested donation at the door, 360-927-9085, info@backstageattheborder.com or www.backstageattheborder.com. (pg. 11) Contra Dance, Fairhaven Library, 7-10:30pm, $8-$10 general / $6 students, 360-676-1554, dance@januscom.com or www.bellinghamcountrydance.org. (pg. 39) “Death: The Final Irony,” Phillip Tarro Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) “Girls Night Out: The Musical,” McIntyre Hall PAC, 7:30pm, $40, 360-416-7727, www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 4) Monty Python’s “Spamalot,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3)

Original Comedy Night: 20th Year at the Lincoln, Lincoln Theatre, 8pm, $20, 360-3368955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 35)

Saturday Swing Night: 30s, 40s, and 50s,

Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10:30pm, $5, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com , 360-2244082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

NEW: Submit your event info online at www.ennw.info/submit-an-event/. Thank you!

CALENDAR

OCTOBER 2015 Whatcom Genealogical Society Meeting,

Bellingham Elks Lodge, 2-4pm, free, 360-9663860. (pg. 32)

Community Give Back (Holistic Wellness Treatments), The Center of Holistic Wellness (Sedro-Woolley), 4-7pm, $5 treatment, 360-420-2630, koleakat@hotmail.com or sedrowoolleyholisticwellness.wordpress.com. Irish & Folk Monday, Boundary Bay Brewery, 5-9:30pm, no cover, 360-820-0486.

Irish Dance Class (see website for details),

Northwest Ballet Academy, 5-8pm, $15, 360-714-1246, info@northwestballet.org or www.northwestballet.org. Build a Simple Website, Bellingham Public Library, 6:30-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7217 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

TUESDAY 10/13/2015 Early Enrichment with Art, Stories, and Sensory Experiences (kids 2-4 with their caregivers), Museum of Northwest Art, 10:30-11am, free / pre-registration requested, 360-466-4446, jasminev@museumofnwart.org or www.monamuseum.org/event/early-enrichment. Gentle Yoga Class with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am. (pg. 37)

STEAM Workshop: Kids Dig Archaeology!,

Mount Vernon City Library, 4:30-5:30pm, free, 360-336-6209, www.mountvernonwa.gov. (pg. 33) Tuesday Night Jazz: Milo Peterson Trio, Hotel Bellwether, 5-8pm, free, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. Book Discussion: “Spare Parts,” Burlington Public Library, 6:30pm. (pg. 14)

7th Annual Lynden Music Festival preview concert, “HAPA,” Clay Estate, 776 H St., 7pm, $40, 369-820-9356 or 369-510-0654, www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 6)

Bellingham Evening Toastmasters, Festival

Square Condominium Clubhouse, 7-8:30pm. (pg. 13) Weekly International Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9:30pm, 1st session free / $3 thereafter, 360-766-6866. (pg. 39)

WEDNESDAY 10/14/2015 Yoga for 9-5ers, 8 Petals Yoga, 7:30-8:30am, $12 / 1st class free, 540-247-1856 or lotuslightwellness@gmail.com.

“What’s Next: Medicare Awareness,”

Bellingham Senior Activity Center, 9am-2:30pm, free, 360-733-4030, vista@wccoa.org or www.wccoa.org. (pg. 37-38) Open Studio Painting, Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, 360-319-6115. (pg. 28) PMC: The Very Basics, BMAG, 10:30am-4pm, $60 + $40 kit fee, 360-201-0236, info@BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org or www.BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org.

Little Sprouts Learning at the FIG (adults and kids preschool prep), Whatcom Museum FIG,

10:45-11:30am, free with admission, 360-7788930 or www.whatcommuseum.com.

7th Annual Lynden Music Festival (begins),

Dutch Village Mall, 12pm, free, 369-820-9356, 369-510-0654, www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 6)

“Intergenerational Experiences in Aboriginal Education” with Dr. Gwen Point, Fairhaven

College Auditorium, noon-1:30pm, free, 360-650-2309, shirley.osterhaus@wwu.edu or www.edu/fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/index.shtml.

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Sylvia Bos,

Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, free, 360-3543600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org. Gallery Tour, Jansen Art Center, 1-2:30pm, free, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, Spring Creek Retirement & Assisted Living, 1:30-3pm, free, 360-788-6526, waha.acp@hinet.org or www.whatcomalliance.org.

Art Adventures at the FIG (age 5-11),

Whatcom Museum FIG, 3:30-4:30pm, $5 per child / members free / additional $5 for drop-off, info@whatcommuseum.org , 360778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. Radiant Breath Hatha Flow Class, 8 Petals Yoga, 3:30-5pm, $15 / 1st class free, 540-2471856 or lotuslightwellness@gmail.com. WWP Monthly Meeting, Nicki’s Bella Marina, 5:30-8pm, free, caithiseach@gmail.com , www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org or 360-319-8366. (pg. 14)

Birchwood Garden Club: Shirley Rock of Shirley’s Fuchsias, Whatcom Museum

Rotunda Room, 7-9pm, free, 360-384-6250, threemetcalfes@comcast.net or www.birchwoodgardenclub.org. CSWT Open Mic, Colophon Cafe, 7-8:30pm, free, 360-671-9961, Joakworm@aol.com. (14) “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 7:30pm, $35, 360-734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3)

THURSDAY 10/15/2015 Yoga at MoNA (3 classes) begins, Museum of Northwest Art, 8:30-9:45am, $36 per series / $15 drop-in / register online, 360-466-4446, jasminev@museumofnwart.org or www.monamuseum.org/yoga-mona.

Entertainment News Northwest ~ October 2015

26th Annual Fall Craft & Antique Show,

Northwest Washington Fairgrounds Expo Building, 10am-8pm, $6 general / $5 seniors and kids 12 and under, wccinc@hotmail.com , 360966-5573 or www.lyndencraftantiqueshow.com. (pg. 37) Open Studio Painting, Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, 360-319-6115. (pg. 28) Gentle Yoga Class with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am. (pg. 37)

Tiny Dancers: Creative Movement (age 3-6), Bellingham Dance Company, 11:30am12:15pm, $8 drop-in, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

Exhibit Play for Toddlers (18 mo.-4 years),

Whatcom Museum FIG, 11:45am-12:30pm, free with admission, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Brown Bag: “Why Book Art Matters and Why We Collect It” with WWU Special Collections Librarian Paul Piper, Whatcom

Museum Rotunda Room Old City Hall, 12:30-1:30pm, $3 suggested donation / members free, 360-778-8930 or info@whatcommuseum.org. Nuno Felted Ruffle Scarf Workshop, Ragfinery, 12:30-3pm, $35, shenterly@ragfinery.com , 360-738-6977 or www.ragfinery.com. Book Talk, Bellingham Central Library, 1-2pm, free, 360-778-7230, knbray@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. (pg. 14) English Country Dance, BSAC, 1:30-3pm. (39) Exhibit Play for Youth, Whatcom Museum FIG, 3:30-4:15pm, free with admission, 360-7788930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. B Natural, Jansen Art Center Firehall Cafe, 5-7pm, no cover, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360-354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org.

First Annual Disability Awareness Art Show and Dinner, Hotel Bellwether, 5:30-9pm, $60, 360-671-8766, sisuchildrensfund@gmail.com. (pg. 35)

Doc Talk: “What’s Shaking?” (Treatment Options for Essential Tremor), Mt. Vernon

Presbyterian Church, 6-7:30pm, free, 360-8142424, healthquest@skagitvalleyhospital.org or www.skagitregionalhealth.org.

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, St. Luke’s Health Education Center, 6-7:30pm, free, 360-788-6526, waha.acp@hinet.org or www.whatcomalliance.org. Vaudevillingham, The Cirque Lab, 7 & 9pm, $5-$10 suggested donation, website@bellinghamcircusguild.com or www.bellinghamcircusguild.com. (pg. 4-5)

Autism Series 200 Class (for Parents and Caregivers), Skagit Regional Health, 7-8:30pm, free, vgorton@skagitvalleyhospital.org , 360814-2424 or www.skagitregionalhealth.org.

Bellingham Parks & Rec Travelogue Series,

Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room of Old City Hall, 7-9pm, $3 suggested donation, 360-7788930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Balkan Dancing on Thursday Evenings,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7:15-10pm, $5 donation requested / 1st time free, 360-3800456. (pg. 38) “Clown Bar,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm, $12 advance / $15 at the door, www.idiomtheater.com. (pg. 5) “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 7:30pm, $35, 360-734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3)

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OCTOBER 2015 “Hamlet” NT Live, Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm,

$16 adults / $14 seniors / $12 students and children / $2 off members, 360-336-8955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 5) LMF: Double Treble, Jansen Art Center, 7:309:30pm, $25, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360-3543600 or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 6) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) Music Jam, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 8-11pm, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net.

FRIDAY 10/16/2015

Pancake Breakfast, Blaine Senior Center,

8-11am, $6 adults / $4 kids, 360-332-8040, www.blaineseniorcenter.com. (pg. 35)

Mount Vernon Farmers Market (last day!), Riverwalk Plaza, 9am-2pm.

Relationship Wisdom with Al Turtle (2 days) begins, Anacortes Center for Happiness,

9:30am-5pm, $120 / $220 couple, 360-4211618, www.anacortescenterforhappiness.org. “Otello” (Verdi) Met Live in HD, Lincoln Theatre, 9:45am, $23 adults / $19 seniors / $16 students / $2 off members, 360-336-8955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 11)

26th Annual Fall Craft & Antique Show,

Dance Class for Movement and Neurological Disorders, Ballet Bellingham, 10-11am. (pg. 37) Barkley Toasters, Dorothy Haggen Building,

Artoberfest (Day Tour with Beer Sampling),

Northwest Washington Fairgrounds Expo Building, 10am-8pm, $6 / $5. (pg. 37)

noon-1pm. (pg. 13)

Sewing Knits Without a Serger, Ragfinery, 1-4:30pm, $45, shenterly@ragfinery.com , 360-738-6977 or www.ragfinery.com.

Third Friday Storytelling Workshop and Concert, Fairhaven Library Fireplace Room,

6-8:30pm, free, 360-714-9631, bhamstoryguild@comcast.net or www.bellinghamstorytellersguild.org. (pg. 33) Women of Alchemy Women’s Group, Center of Holistic Wellness (Sedro-Woolley), 6:307:30pm, donation only, 360-420-2630, koleakat@hotmail.com or sedrowoolleyholisticwellness.wordpress.com. “A Play About a Dragon,” Lynden Christian High School (LCHS) Worship and Fine Arts Center, 7pm, $10 general / $6 students and seniors, 360-318-9525. (pg. 5) “Clown Bar,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 5) “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 7:30pm, $35, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com , 360-7346080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3) Noah Guthrie, McIntyre Hall PAC, 7:30pm, $25, 360-416-7727, www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 11) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) “Roger Waters: The Wall,” Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm, $TBD, tobie@lincolntheatre.org , 360336-8955 or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 28)

Skagit Community Band Presents “Shall We Dance,” Maple Hall, 7:30pm, free, 360-4664409, Vince.fejeran@skagit.edu or www.Skagitcommunityband.org. Ballroom Dance Party, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10:30pm, $5, 360-224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

Kim Bowman with the Paul Sorensen Trio,

Fireside Martini and Wine Bar, 8-11pm, no cover, 360-223-8845, sorensen89@gmail.com. Karaoke, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 9pm-closing, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net. The Hitmen (classic rock, R&B), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

SATURDAY 10/17/2015 Breakfast, VFW Post 9301 (Lynden), 8-11am, $6 general / free kids 5 and under, 360-303-6818, peggydeem@gmail.com. (pg. 35) Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser, Ferndale Senior Activity Center, 8-11am, $6 adults / $3 kids / free 3 and under, 360-384-6244, manager. fsac@gmail.com. (pg. 35)

Northwest Washington Fairgrounds Expo Building, 10am-5pm, $6 / $5. (pg. 37)

Creative Life Adventures NW, 10am-5pm, $99, info@creativelifeadventuresnw.com , 360-3060878 or www.creativelifeadventuresnw.com. Bellingham Farmers Market, Depot Market Square, 10am-3pm. Costume Sale, Bellingham Theatre Guild, 10am-2pm, info@bellinghamtheatreguild.com , 360-733-1811 or bellinghamtheatreguild.com. (pg. 5)

Free Adult Acting Class: Character Development, Anacortes Community Theatre,

10am-1pm, free, Nello@freeadultactingclass.com , 360-840-0089 or www.freeadultactingclass.com.

Intensive Beginning Jewelry Metalsmithing (2 days) begins, BMAG, 10am-5pm, $185 + $10 kit fee, info@BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org , www.BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org or 360-201-0236.

Interviewing Strategies: What Companies are Looking For (adults, grades 9-12), Blaine Library, 10-11:30am, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org.

LMF: Bremen Town Musicians Kids Concert with Borealis Brass, Jansen Art Center, 10-

11am, $5-$10, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360354-3600 or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 6) NSC Coffee Hour, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am, free, 360-933-4507. (pg. 40)

Think it, Build it with Legos (for adults and teens), Bellingham Public Library, 10am-6pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

LMF: Marja Kaisla & Master Class Students,

Jansen Art Center, 1-2pm, $5, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 6) Pie Party, Island Library, 2-3pm, free, 360-3053600, www.wcls.org. (pg. 40) “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 3pm and 7:30pm, $35, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com , 360-734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3) “Brew on the Slough” Beer Crawl, La Conner, 4-8pm, $25, www.lovelaconner.com , 360-4664778. (pg. 40) “A Play About a Dragon,” LCHS Worship and Fine Arts Center, 7pm, $10 general / $6 students and seniors, 360-318-9525. (pg. 5) “Clown Bar,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 5)

Horn Masterworks featuring Gustavo Camacho, First Congregational Church,

7:30pm, $15 adults / $5 students, 360-3034014, info@bellinghamchambermusic.org or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org. (pg. 11) LMF: Marja Kaisla, Jansen Art Center, 7:30-9pm, $25, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360354-3600 or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 6) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) The Wild and Scenic Film Festival, Lincoln Theatre, 7:30-9:30pm, call 360-336-8955 for pricing, tobie@lincolntheatre.org , 360-3368955 or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 28) Elton The Early Years, Skagit Valley Casino Resort Pacific Showroom, 8pm, $20 / $24, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com. (pg. 11)

Fritz & the Freeloaders (acoustic-based pop, rock and alt-country), Fireside Martini & Wine Bar, 8:15pm, free, cheers@firesidemartini.com , 360-738-1000 or www.firesidemartini.com. The Hitmen (classic rock, R&B), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com. Woolly Halloween Hangings, Ragfinery, 10am-noon, $25, shenterly@ragfinery.com , 360-738-6977 or www.ragfinery.com.

SUNDAY 10/18/2015 Excelsior Peak from Damfino Lakes Hike, 8am,

free, 360-393-3481, owen.bamford@gmail.com.

Health & Wellness: Herbs for the Winter Season (demos and samples), North Fork

Library, 10:30am-12:30pm, free/pre-register online, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. Intuitive You! Workshop, Center of Holistic Wellness (Sedro-Woolley), 11am-2:30pm, $20 / RSVP, 360-420-2630, koleakat@hotmail.com or sedrowoolleyholisticwellness.wordpress.com. Mini Astrology Sessions, Wise Awakening, 11am-4pm, $20, 360-510-3028 or www.vedicmoonastrology.com. (pg. 40) Full STEAM Ahead (ages 5-11), Whatcom Museum FIG, 12:30-2:30pm, free with admission, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. Halloween Costume Consultations, Ragfinery, 12:30-5pm / call to schedule, $15-$25, 360-738-6977, shenterly@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com.

Friends of the Library Fall Used Book Sale,

Everson Library, 1-5pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. Gallery Tour, Jansen Art Center, 1-2:30pm.

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OCTOBER 2015 2015 Whatcom Wedding Tour, Gown & Glove Bridal Consignment check-in, 9:45, $5, www.brownpapertickets.com , deborah@thesimplyorganizedbride.com or www.whatcomweddingtour.com. (pg. 33) Wild Mushroom Show, Bloedel Donovan Park, noon-5pm, $5 adults / $3 students and seniors / free kids under 12, www.northwestmushroomers.org (pg. 33)

Think it, Build it with Legos (for adults and teens), Bellingham Public Library, 1-5pm, free,

360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 2pm. (pg. 3) “Forever Plaid,” MBT Walton Theatre, 3pm, $35, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com , 360-7346080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3)

Skagit Community Band Presents “Shall We Dance,” Brodniak Hall, 3pm, free, 360-4664409, Vince.fejeran@skagit.edu or www.Skagitcommunityband.org.

Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Alicia Dauber Quintet, Hotel Bellwether Lighthouse Bar and

Grill, 4:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. “My Fair Lady” 50th Anniversary, Lincoln Theatre, 7-9pm, $16 adults / $14 seniors / $12 students and children / $2 off members, 360-336-8955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 28)

MONDAY 10/19/2015 Woodworking Class: Build An AdjustableBack Easy Chair (5 days) begins, Terra Firma Design Woodworking, 9am, $1250 / $1100, 360-393-7577, dolesejt@msn.com or www.TerraFirmaDesignNW.com. (pg. 37)

Microsoft Excel: The Basics, Blaine Library,

10am-1pm, free/registration required, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. NSC Weekly Walk, Taylor Dock, 10am, free, 360-933-4507, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com.

Think it, Build it with Legos (for adults and teens), Bellingham Public Library, 10am-8pm,

free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Ancestry Library Edition Workshop, Ferndale Library, 1-2:30pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. Candidates Forum, Bellingham Senior Activity Center, 1-2:30pm, free, epierson@wccoa.org , 360-733-4030 or www.wccoa.org. (pg. 40) Irish & Folk Monday, Boundary Bay Brewery, 5-9:30pm, no cover, 360-820-0486. Irish Dance Class, Northwest Ballet Academy, 5-8pm, $15, info@northwestballet.org , 360-714-1246 or www.northwestballet.org.

“Great Bear Stakeout” / Q&A with Chris Morgan, Pickford Film Center, 5:30-10pm,

$7.50 members / $10.75 general, 360-6471300, www.pickfordfilmcenter.org.

“Healthy is Hot!” with Sara Southerland of Electric Beet Juice Company, Ferndale Library, 6-8pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. (pg. 40)

Getting Your Garden Ready for Fall and Winter with Skagit County Master Gardeners, Mount Vernon City Library, 6:30-

7:30pm, free, mikeb@mountvernonwa.gov, www.mountvernonwa.gov/index.aspx?nid=186 or 360-336-6209.

Introduction to Fermented Foods (demos and samples), Deming Library, 7-8pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org.

TUESDAY 10/20/2015 Women With Wings Rehearsal, First

Congregational Church, 10-11:30am. (pg. 11)

Gentle Yoga Class with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am. (pg. 37)

Exhibiting Your Art Workshop (3 days) begins, Whatcom Community College, 1-3pm, $75, 360-383-3200, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net.

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, St. Luke’s

Health Education Center, 2-3:30pm, free, 360-788-6526, waha.acp@hinet.org or www.whatcomalliance.org. T-Shirt Skirts, Ragfinery, 2-4pm, $50, 360-7386977, shenterly@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com.

Cooking Club: Pumpkin Treats (grades 6-12), Ferndale Library, 3:30-5pm, free, 360-3053600, www.wcls.org.

Tuesday Night Jazz: Christian Casalary Trio,

Hotel Bellwether, 5-8pm, free, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. Bellingham Evening Toastmasters, Festival Square Condominium Clubhouse, 7-8:30pm. (pg. 13) Weekly International Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9:30pm, 1st session free / $3 thereafter, 360-766-6866. (pg. 39) Northwest Classical Guitar Society, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9pm, free-$2, 360-647-0639, www.facebook.com/NWClassicalGuitarSociety. Sanford-Hill Piano Series: Jeremy Denk, WWU PAC, 7:30-9:30pm, $16-$32, 360-650-6146, heather.dalberg@wwu.edu or www.cfpa.wwu.edu/event/sanford-hill-pianoseries-jeremy-denk.

WEDNESDAY 10/21/2015 Yoga for 9-5ers, 8 Petals Yoga, 7:30-8:30am, $12 / 1st class free, 540-247-1856 or lotuslightwellness@gmail.com.

Ferndale Toddler Time (18 months-5 years with caregivers), Ferndale American Legion,

10-11:30am, $2 per child / $5 per family suggested, 360-671-3660, info@wcel.net or www.wcel.net/index.php?page=programs&sub page=ferndale_toddler_time. Open Studio Painting, Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, 360-319-6115. (pg. 28) Think Pink: Women’s Wellness Event, Skagit Valley Hospital Main Lobby, 11am-2pm, free, healthquest@skagitvalleyhospital.org , 360814-2424 or www.skagitregionalhealth.org. (pg. 38)

“An Altar Boy with a Gun” with Raul Diaz,

Fairhaven College Auditorium, noon-1:30pm, free, shirley.osterhaus@wwu.edu or www.edu/fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/index.shtml or 360-650-2309.

Newcomers Club: Geologist David Tucker,

Bellingham Golf & Country Club, noon-2pm, $16 / luncheon and speaker / reservations required, information@whatcomnewcomers.org , www.WhatcomNewcomers.org or 360354-4662. (pg. 13)

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Doris Mae Bajema, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, free, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Total Joint Replacement Class (What to Expect Before and After Surgery), Skagit

Regional Health, 1-3pm, free, 360-814-2424, vgorton@skagitregionalhealth.org or www.skagitregionalhealth.org.

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OCTOBER 2015 Women With Wings, Adult Day Health (behind

Lynden Manor), 1:15-2:30pm. (pg. 11) Radiant Breath Hatha Flow Class, 8 Petals Yoga, 3:30-5pm, $15 / 1st class free, www.katherinesita.com/weekly-yoga-in-bellingham.html or 540-247-1856.

Robotics @ the Spark Museum (4 days) begins, Spark Museum of Electrical Invention,

4-5:30pm, $68/student ($54 SPARK family members), anne@sparkmuseum.org or www.sparkmuseum.org/workshops-education/workshops/ or 360-738-3886. Terry Bronkema’s “Road Show,” Sumas Community Senior Center, 6-8:30pm, by donation, 360-988-2714. (pg. 35)

The History of Tea (taste unusual international teas), Lynden Library, 6:30-7:30pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. BUG @ Roeder, Roeder Home, 7-8:30pm, free/ donations appreciated, 360-734-1792 or www.Bellinghamukulelegroup.com. (pg. 9, 11)

Global Spice World Percussion Tradition Series: Dan Piccolo, WWU PAC, 7:30-9:30pm, $10-$16, heather.dalberg@wwu.edu or 360-650-6146. (pg. 11, 13)

THURSDAY 10/22/2015 Healing Hearts Benefit Breakfast, Windows on

the Bay at Squalicum Harbor, 7:15-8:30am, complimentary / donations welcome, 360-6713509, office@animalsasnaturaltherapy.org or www.AnimalsAsNaturalTherapy.org. (pg. 35) Open Studio Painting, Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, 360-319-6115. (pg. 28) Gentle Yoga Class with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am. (pg. 37)

Tiny Dancers: Creative Movement (age 3-6), Bellingham Dance Company, 11:30am12:15pm, $8 drop-in, 360-224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. Blended Sweaters Workshop, Ragfinery, 1-4:30pm, $40, 360-738-6977.

There’s an App for That: Share and Demonstrate Mobile Device Apps,

Bellingham Public Library, 1-2pm, free, 360-778-7210, dbrewer@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. English Country Dance, BSAC, 1:30-3pm. (39) Dino Marcus, Jansen Art Center Firehall Cafe, 5-7pm, no cover, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360-354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org. Book Discussion: “Spare Parts,” Upper Skagit Library, 6pm. (pg. 14)

ADE: “An Introduction to Dying Wise” (with Stephen Jenkinson), WWU Viking Union Hall, 7-9pm, $25 advance / $35 at door (if seating available), asacredpassing@gmail.com or www.artofdeathexpo.com. (pg. 40)

Introduction to Fermented Foods (demos and samples), Ferndale Library, 7-8pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org.

“Spare Parts,” Concrete Movie Theater, 7pm.

Balkan Dancing on Thursday Evenings,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7:15-10pm, $5 donation requested / 1st time free, 360-3800456. (pg. 38) “Clown Bar,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 5) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) Music Jam, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 8-11pm, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net.

FRIDAY 10/23/2015 29th Annual Alzheimer Conference, Silver Reef Hotel Conference Center, 8am-4:15pm, $65 early bird registration / $75 after Oct. 9 / $10 CEU, 360-671-3316, alz@alzsociety.org or www.alzsociety.org/events. (pg. 14)

Alaskan National Wildlife Area Hike (Delta, BC), 9am, free, kimcederstrom@yahoo.com. Dance Class for Movement and Neurological Disorders, Ballet Bellingham, 10-11am. (37) Little Sprouts Learning at the FIG (adults and kids preschool prep), Whatcom Museum FIG, 10:45-11:30am, free with admission, 360-778-8930, cmclaassen@cob.org or www.whatcommuseum.com. Terry Bronkema’s “Road Show,” Sumas Community Senior Center, noon-2:30pm. (35)

Art Adventures at the FIG (age 5-11),

Whatcom Museum FIG, 3:30-4:30pm, $5 per child / members free / additional $5 for drop-off, info@whatcommuseum.org , 360778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. Spaghetti Feed, Ferndale Senior Activity Center, 5-7pm, $10 general / $5 kids under 10 & seniors over 90, 360-384-6244, manager.fsac@gmail.com. (pg. 35) Group Hypnotherapy for Health, Center of Holistic Wellness (Sedro-Woolley), 5:30-7pm, $15, 360-420-2630, koleakat@hotmail.com or sedrowoolleyholisticwellness.wordpress.com. “A Play About a Dragon,” LCHS Worship and Fine Arts Center, 7pm, $10 general / $6 students and seniors, 360-318-9525. (pg. 5) “Clown Bar,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 5)

“In My Life: A Musical Tribute to the Beatles,” Mount Baker Theatre, 7:30pm, $25-

$65, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com , 360734-6080 or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 7) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) Ballroom Dance Party, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10:30pm, $5, 360-224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. Bret Michaels, Skagit Valley Casino Resort Pacific Showroom, 8pm, $55-$60, 877-2752448, www.theskagit.com. (pg. 13) “The Rocky Horror Show,” Lincoln Theatre, 8-10pm, $12.50 / $17.50 / $25, 360-3368955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 5) Karaoke, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 9pm-1:30am, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net.

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SATURDAY 10/24/2015 Saturday Pancake Breakfast, American Legion, Ferndale, 8-11am, $6 adults / $3 ages 6-12 / under 6 free, 360-384-7474, dahubbard10@gmail.com. (pg. 35)

The Reel Competition: Scottish Highland Dancing at its Finest, WCC Syre Center,

9am-5pm, $6 general / $3 students, 360-715-8682, dance@clanheather.com or www.clanheather.com. (pg. 39)

3rd Annual Fall Festival (artisan booths, handmade items, seasonal produce, and Scandinavian baked goods), Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 10am-5pm, free, 360-733-6749.

4th Annual Pumpkins for Pajamas, Fred Meyer on Lakeway, 10am-5pm, free, 360-303-7478, zccindy25@gmail.com. (pg. 35) Bellingham Farmers Market, Depot Market Square, 10am-3pm. Fall Festival, Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 10am-5pm, free, 360-733-6749, office@oursavioursbham.org. (pg. 37) NSC Coffee Hour, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am, free, 360-933-4507. (pg. 40) Behind the Scenes @ BPL Tour, SkillShare at Bellingham Central Library, 10:30-noon, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Mindport’s Correspondence Club (create “snail mail” cards and envelopes), Mindport

Exhibits, 10:30am-12:30pm, $2, 360-647-5614, pubilcity@mindport.org or www.mindport.org.

Family Art Day: Painting with Organic Shapes (age 5+), Museum of Northwest Art, 11am-1pm & 2-4pm, $5 per family, 360-4664446, christyl@museumofnwart.org or www.monamuseum.org/family-art-days.

Peter and the Wolf with Welcome Marionettes, Jansen Art Center, 11am-noon & 2-3pm, $10 adults / $5 kids, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Family Tours at the Whatcom Museum (ages 3+ with adults), Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 11:30am-noon & 2:30-3pm, free with admission, 360-778-8930 or info@whatcommuseum.org. Full STEAM Ahead (ages 5-11), Whatcom Museum FIG, 12:30-2:30pm, free with admission, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. Fun and Simple Felt Masks, Ragfinery, 1-pm, $15, 360-738-6977, shenterly@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com. Bilingual Spanish Tours, Museum of Northwest Art, 1:15-2:15pm, free, 360-466-4446, christyl@museumofnwart.org or www.monamuseum.org. Fishin’ for Trouble! Murder Mystery, Glen Echo Community Club, 2-4pm & 7-9pm, $10, 360-966-0525, www.wcls.org. (pg. 5)

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OCTOBER 2015 Curator’s Talk with Joby Patterson: “Chipping the Block, Painting the Silk: The Color Prints of Norma Bassett Hall,” Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building, 2-3pm, $3 suggested donation / members free, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Herbs to Strengthen Your Immune System (and make a tea to take home), Ferndale

Library, 2-3:30pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. Historical Tour of Sumas, Sumas Library, 2-3pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. (pg. 32)

“Olive Oil” with Ross Driscoll of Drizzle Olive Oil and Tasting Room, Lynden Library, 2-3pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org.

Artist in Residence Patty Bover: Demonstration with Q&A, Bellingham Public

Library, 2:30-4:30pm, free, 360-778-7217 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Ghost Stories for Kids and Adults, Whatcom Territorial Courthouse, 4:30-5:30pm & 7-9pm (adults) only), $3 kids / $5 adults, 360-7149631, bhamstoryguild@comcast.net or www.bellinghamstorytellersguild.org. (pg. 33) Skagit Symphony Gala Concert, McIntyre Hall, 6:45pm (pre-concert lecture), 7:30pm (concert), $20-$40, senior and student discounts, 360-416-7727, www.mcintyrehall.org or www.skagitsymphony.com. “A Play About a Dragon,” LCHS Worship and Fine Arts Center, 7pm, $10 general / $6 students and seniors, 360-318-9525. (pg. 5) Contra Dance, Fairhaven Library, 7-10:30pm. (pg. 39) “A Swell Party with Cole Porter,” Firehouse PAC, 7:30pm, $15. (pg. 8) “Clown Bar,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 5) “Oliver!”, Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 3) Bret Michaels, Skagit Valley Casino Resort Pacific Showroom, 8pm. (pg. 13) “The Rocky Horror Show,” Lincoln Theatre, 8pm. (pg. 5) WC Swing and Blues Dance, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10:30pm, $5, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. Voyager (hard rock, ‘80s), Skagit Valley Casino Resort’s Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

SUNDAY 10/25/2015 Ridley Creek Trail to Mazama Park Hike, 8am,

free, 360-393-3481, owen.bambord@gmail.com.

The Reel Competition: Scottish Highland Dancing at its Finest, WCC Syre Center, 9am-5pm. (pg. 39)

Halloween-Themed Car Show, behind

Hardware Sales, in Bellingham from 10am-2pm, $10 for car entry, free to view. 360-380-2733, www.fourthcornerelitescarclub.com. (pg. 35) “Otello” (Verdi) Met Live in HD, Lincoln Theatre, 1pm. (pg. 11) Fall Dance, Crystal Ballroom, Leopold Residence Hall, 2-4pm, free/donations requested, 360714-0054, www.swingconnection.org. (pg. 39) Fishin’ for Trouble! Murder Mystery, Glen Echo Community Club, 2-4pm. (pg. 5)

Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Rane Nogales Trio, Hotel Bellwether Lighthouse Bar and Grill, 4:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100.

MONDAY 10/26/2015 Microsoft Excel: Intermediate, Blaine Library,

10am-1pm, free, registration required, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. NSC Weekly Walk, Taylor Dock, 10am, free, 360-933-4507, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com. Irish & Folk Monday, Boundary Bay Brewery, 5-9:30pm, no cover, 360-820-0486. Irish Dance Class, Northwest Ballet Academy, 5-8pm, $15, info@northwestballet.org , 360-714-1246 or www.northwestballet.org.

Civic Hall, 7-9:30pm, 1st session free / $3 thereafter, 360-766-6866. (pg. 39)

WEDNESDAY 10/28/2015 Yoga for 9-5ers, 8 Petals Yoga, 7:30-8:30am,

$12 / 1st class free, 540-247-1856 or www.katherinesita.com/weekly-yoga-in-bellingham.html.

Ferndale Toddler Time (18 months-5 years with caregivers), Ferndale American Legion,

Little Sprouts Learning at the FIG (adults and kids preschool prep), Whatcom Museum FIG,

10:45-11:30am, free with admission, 360778-8930, cmclaassen@cob.org or www.whatcommuseum.com. Bellingham City Club, Northwood Hall, noon-1:30pm, $13 members/$18 non-members in advance; $15/$20 at the door, info@bellinghamcityclub.org or www.bellinghamcityclub.org. (pg. 13)

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, St. Luke’s

“Crisis of Global Capitalism” with Dr. Richard Wolff, Fairhaven College Auditorium,

“Mary Shelley’s ‘Frankenstein’: Anatomy of a Masterpiece” with Lance Rhoades, Mount

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Jan Brink,

Health Education Center, 6-7:30pm, free, 360-788-6526, waha.acp@hinet.org or www.whatcomalliance.org.

Vernon City Library, 6-7:30pm, free, 360-3366209, mikeb@mountvernonwa.gov or www.mountvernonwa.gov.

TUESDAY 10/27/2015 Gentle Yoga Class with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am. (pg. 37)

“Ella Higginson and the Beginnings of Pacific Northwest Literature” with Professor Laura Laffrado, WWU Special Collections, 4-5:30pm, free, Heritage.Resources@wwu.edu or 360650-3193. Tuesday Night Jazz: Steve Rudy Trio, Hotel Bellwether, 5-8pm, free, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

“Mary Shelley’s ‘Frankenstein’: Anatomy of a Masterpiece” Presentation and Film Screening, Pickford Film Center, 6pm, presentation is free, film is $20 general / $16 members / $10 students, www.pickfordfilmcenter.org.

Bellingham Reads Book Discussion Group

(vote on titles for next year’s list), Bellingham Public Library, 6:30-7:30pm, free, 360-7787323, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Reiki Circle/Share, Unity Church of Bellingham, 6:30-8:30pm, free / by donation, 360-2243335, SallyJL51@comcast.net or www.greentouch.net.

Author Event: Tiffany Pitts (“Wizzy Wig”),

Village Books, 7-8pm, free, 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com. Bellingham Evening Toastmasters, Festival Square Condominium Clubhouse, 7-8:30pm. (pg. 13)

North Cascades Audubon Society: “Protecting Our Birds in Flight” with Environmental Biologist Mel Walters, Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room Old City Hall, 7-9pm, $3 suggested donation / members free, 360-7788930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Weekly International Folk Dancing, Bayview

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noon-1:30pm, free, 360-650-2309, shirley.osterhaus@wwu.edu or www.edu/ fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/index.shtml. Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, free, 360-3543600 or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Art Adventures at the FIG (age 5-11),

Western Line Dancing for Novices (6 weeks) begins, Lynden Line Dancers, 5:45pm, $30. BMAG MOS Host Training with Safety/ Refresher Class, Bellingham Metal Arts Guild,

6-9pm, members free/email request to host, info@BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org , 360-3193491 or www.BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org. Nuno Felt a Wingy Scarf Workshop, Ragfinery, 6-9pm, $60 kit included, 360-738-6977, shenterly@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com.

Halloween Pajama Storytime with Entertainer Dana (wear pajamas or costume), Blaine Library, 6:30-7:30pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Handbuilt Pottery: Using Big Tools Workshop begins, Baker Creek Ceramic Studio, 6:30-9pm, $160, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com , 360393-5458 or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

THURSDAY 10/29/2015 Open Studio Painting, Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, 360-319-6115. (pg. 28)

Gentle Yoga Class with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am. (pg. 37)

Tiny Dancers: Creative Movement (age 3-6), Bellingham Dance Company, 11:30am12:15pm, $8 drop-in, 360-224-4082 or mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com.

Exhibit Play for Toddlers (18 mo.-4 years),

Whatcom Museum FIG, 11:45am-12:30pm, free with admission, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

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OCTOBER 2015 English Country Dance, BSAC, 1:30-3pm. (39) Blooming Scraps for Kids Basic Hand Sewing Class, Ragfinery, 2-4pm, $20, 360-738-6977,

shenterly@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com.

Exhibit Play for Youth, Whatcom Museum FIG, 3:30-4:15pm, free with admission, 360-7788930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. 5th Thursday: Spooks & Spirits, Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 5-7pm, $10 general / $5 members / $5 add-on history tour, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 33, 36) Two Tenors, Jansen Art Center Firehall Cafe, 5-7pm, free, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360-354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel Workshop begins, Baker Creek Ceramic Studio, 6-9pm, $170, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com , 360393-5458 or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

“More Murders in the Fourth Corner” with Author Todd Warger, Ferndale Library,

7-8:45pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org. (pg. 32)

Balkan Dancing on Thursday Evenings,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7:15-10pm, $5 donation requested / 1st time free, 360380-0456. (pg. 38) “Clown Bar,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 5) Music Jam, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 8-11pm, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net. “The Rocky Horror Show,” Lincoln Theatre, 8pm. (pg. 5)

FRIDAY 10/30/2015 Dance Class for Movement and Neurological Disorders, Ballet Bellingham, 10-11am. (pg. 37) Halloween Book Sale (Sci-Fi & Fantasy Fest), Ferndale Library, 10am-6pm, free, 360-3053600, www.wcls.org. Barkley Toasters, Dorothy Haggen Building, noon-1pm. (pg. 13)

“Ethics for Licensed Massage Practitioners,”

The Loft, 1-5pm, $90, 360-312-1244, IntentionalEthics@gmail.com or www.IntentionalEthics.com. (pg. 38) Boo!zy Bingo & Karaoke, Bellingham Senior Activity Center, 5:30-8:30pm, $15, 360-7334030, epierson@wccoa.org or www.wccoa.org. (pg. 35-36) Creepy Cabaret, Bellingham High School, 6:30-8:30pm, $10. (pg. 36) “Clown Bar,” iDiOM Theater, 7:30pm. (pg. 5)

Peter Mawanga & The Amaravi Movement,

McIntyre Hall PAC, 7:30pm, $30, 360-4167727, www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 13) “The Rocky Horror Show,” Lincoln Theatre, 8pm. (pg. 5) Witch’s Ball, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-11pm, $10 general / $8 students, seniors and military, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com , www.bellinghamdancecompany.com or 360-224-4082. (pg. 39) 4more (Top 40 dance), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com. Karaoke, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 9pm-1:30am, free, 360-734-2490, villageinnpub@comcast.net.

Artoberfest (Day Tour with Beer Sampling),

Creative Life Adventures NW, 10am-5pm, $99, info@creativelifeadventuresnw.com , 360-3060878 or www.creativelifeadventuresnw.com. Bellingham Farmers Market, Depot Market Square, 10am-3pm.

Family Activity Day: Tell a Tale of Halloween,

Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building, 10am-4pm, $3 / members free, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 36)

Halloween Book Sale (Sci-Fi & Fantasy Fest), Ferndale Library, 10am-5pm, free, 360-3053600, www.wcls.org. NSC Coffee Hour, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am, free, 360-933-4507. (pg. 40)

Fun and Simple Felt Masks Workshop,

Ragfinery, 1-3pm, $15, 360-738-6977, shenterly@ragfinery.com or www.ragfinery.com.

One Day Show: New Art by Anne Schreivogl,

Screechingbird Studios (Anacortes), 1-4pm, free, 360-293-8988, aes@fidalgo.net or www.schreivogl.com. Downtown Trick or Treat, Historic Downtown Ferndale, 3-5pm, free, 360-384-3042, kelsey@ferndale-chamber.com or www.ferndale-chamber.com/downtown-trick-or-treat/. (pg. 36) Fun Scary Stories for Kids, Village Books Annex, 3-4:30pm, free, 360-714-9631, bhamstoryguild@comcast.net or www.bellinghamstorytellersguild.org. A Masquerade Eve, Fairhaven Middle School, 6-9pm, by donation, info@rootedemerging.org , 360-510-3205 or www.rootedemerging.org. (pg. 36)

Extremely Scary Stories with the Bellingham Storyteller’s Guild (adults only), Fairhaven

Library, 7-8:30pm, free, 360-778-7188, www.bellinghamstorytellersguild.org. (pg. 14) Halloween Contra Dance, Fairhaven Library, 7-10:30pm, $8-$10 general / $6 students, 360-676-1554, dance@januscom.com or www.bellinghamcountrydance.org. (pg. 39) “The Rocky Horror Show,” Lincoln Theatre, 8pm. (pg. 5) 4more (Top 40 dance), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com. Halloween Costume Contest, Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen, 9pm, free, 360-752-3377 or www.chuckanutbreweryandkitchen.com.

SUNDAY 11/1/2015 Community Breakfast, Rome Grange,

8am-1pm, $5 adult / $2 kids 6-10 / free 5 and under, 360-739-9605. (pg. 33)

Lake Anne Hike, 8am, free, 425-341-3738, ajwinsor@gmail.com.

Halloween Book Sale (Sci-Fi & Fantasy Fest), Ferndale Library, 1-5pm, free, 360-305-3600, www.wcls.org.

John Reischman, Scott Nygaard, and Sharon Gilchrist Concert, YWCA, 2pm, $15,

360-733-5960, harrisfd@gmail.com or www.johnreischman.com. (pg. 13) Taste of Skagit Valley, Maple Hall, La Conner, 4-7pm, $30, brownpapertickets.com , cantabilechamberchoir@gmail.com or 425-312-4565. (pg. 9) “Spare Parts,” Lincoln Theatre, 5:30pm. (pg. 14)

MONDAY 11/2/2015 Irish & Folk Monday, Boundary Bay Brewery, 5-9:30pm, no cover, 360-820-0486.

TUESDAY 11/3/2015 Women With Wings Rehearsal, First

Congregational Church, 10-11:30am, free, 360-525-3487, www. bellinghamwomenwithwings.org. (pg. 11) Gentle Yoga Class with Joani Glasser, The Metta Center, 10:30am. (pg. 37) Women With Wings, The Leopold, 3:304:30pm. (pg. 11)

A Soft Place to Land Women’s Group,

Anacortes Center for Happiness, 6-8pm, $10 or chocolate, 360-421-1618, info@anacortescenterforhappiness.org or www.anacortescenterforhappiness.org.

TED Talk Tuesday: Immigration Reform,

Explorations Academy’s Lower Level, 7-8:30pm, free, info@explorationsacademy.org , www.facebook.com/events/714898381961846/ or 360-671-8085.

WEDNESDAY 11/4/2015 Yoga for 9-5ers, 8 Petals Yoga, 7:30-8:30am,

$12 / 1st class free, 540-247-1856, lotuslightwellness@gmail.com or www.katherinesita.com/weekly-yoga-in-bellingham.html.

Art Making Workshop with Artisan Wineries (3 days) begins, Creative Life Adventures NW, 9:30am-5pm, $550, 360-306-0878, info@creativelifeadventuresnw.com or www.creativelifeadventuresnw.com.

Ferndale Toddler Time (18 months-5 years with caregivers), Ferndale American Legion,

10-11:30am, $2 per child / $5 per family suggested, 360-671-3660, info@wcel.net or www.wcel.net/index.php?page=programs&sub page=ferndale_toddler_time. “The Rocky Horror Show,” Lincoln Theatre, 8pm. (pg. 5)

SATURDAY 10/31/2015 “Tannhauser” (Wagner) Met Live, Lincoln

Theatre, 9:45am-1pm, $23 adults / $19 seniors / $16 students / $2 off members, 360-3368955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 13)

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Female Eye Film Festival to Showcase at Pickford’s Doctober Doctober, a month-long series of documentaries held annually at the Pickford Film Center, will include something new this year: a two-day spotlight on women directors presented by the Female Eye Film Festival (FeFF). The eight film festival finalists coming to the Pickford include both full-length feature documentaries and several shorts directed by women. This festival—staged yearly in Toronto, Canada, since 2001— promotes and presents the best work of emerging and established women directors. The eight films to be shown at the Pickford’s Doctober represent the work of directors from the United States, Canada, Germany, Armenia, and Jordan. “It’s terrific to offer a femme-centric perspective at Doctober. The FeFF documentaries presented here are indeed directed by women, but serve to dispel the stereotype that women make films exclusively for female audiences. We trust they will appeal to all,” FeFF’s Founder and Executive Director Leslie Ann Coles said. Coles, along with several of the FeFF filmmakers, will be on hand at their Doctober screening so that the viewing audience can participate in Q&A sessions with them. Included in the full-length documentaries to be shown is Food Fighters, directed by Paula Kaston. Her film follows the Female Eye Film Festival entrepreneurial - Toronto is an international co-founders of competitive film festival Ontario’s Fresh held annually in Toronto, City Farm and Canada. The festival is open documents to women directors their struggles worldwide and attracts with urban approximately 400 entries development per year from established and city politics and emerging filmmakers in in their pursuit the categories of feature, to sell and documentary, animation deliver freshly and experimental fullgrown produce length and short films. FeFF to city dwellers. Toronto is rated one of the “My film, world’s Top 50 Film Food Fighters, Festivals by MovieMaker wants the Magazine. Additionally, viewer to feel FeFF provides media that he or she education, filmmaker can become mentoring, and engaged in screenwriting programs activism in a throughout the year. very simple way,” explained filmmaker Kaston. “Be it how and where one’s food is purchased, to becoming a farmer or by joining a food co-op, one can make small changes and have a significant impact in one’s life and community.”

(At left) Ukrainian farmers are forced to give up their grain crop in this scene from the short documentary, Holodomor: Voices of Survivors by director Ariadna Ochrymovych scheduled as part of the Pickford’s Doctober and presented by the Female Eye Film Festival. (Below) A farmer for Fresh City Farms totes a trailer loaded with cherries in the film, Food Fighters directed by Paula Kaston, also one of the films from the Female Eye Film Festival to be shown at the Pickford’s Doctober festival.

Among FeFF’s short films will be Holodomor: Voices of Survivors, directed by Canadian director/ producer Ariadna Ochrymovych. In her 30-minute film, Canadian Ukrainian survivors movingly share their stories of survival during the Holodomor, a genocide engineered by Joseph Stalin in 1932-33 that decimated the Ukrainian elite and killed millions of men, women, and children. This documentary brings into focus a little known period in Eastern European history, the consequences of which continue to reverberate today. In addition, FeFF will present the director’s cut of Pulling Back Together by local filmmaker Elli Smith. For the Lummi Nation, the waters of the Salish Sea are the highways of their ancestors. Her film follows a group of Native American youth who pull a sea faring canoe through their cultural past and into a more healthy future.

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Four short experimental Super 8 films produced by the FeFF and created by young Aboriginal women as part of FeFF’s Young Filmmaker Development Workshop (YFDW) are also slated for the two-day program. To date, the Female Eye has produced 36 short films involving youth filmmakers. For more information about Female Eye Film Festival, visit their website at www. femaleeyefilmfestival.com. For a complete listing of films in the FeFF Doctober showcase, see the Pickford listings at www.pickfordfilmcenter.org.

Sordid Lives: A Fundraiser for Skagit PFLAG and Rainbow Alliance – We will be showing the movie Sordid Lives: A Black Comedy About White Trash (Rated R) at the historic Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon) on Fri., Oct. 9 at 7:30pm. All proceeds from the evening’s event will benefit Skagit PFLAG and the Rainbow Alliance from Skagit Valley College. Sponsored in part by Hair & Body Mechanix, Good Vibes Body Art, and Only Precision Piercing. Admission is $12 suggested donation. More info: hairandbodymechanix@gmail.com.

Films at The Lincoln Theatre – The “A Kettle of Eagles” by Gary Giovane

Celebrating 31 Years

NOVEMBER 6, 7 & 8 A Celebration of Visual, Literary, Musical & Culinary Arts Invitational and Open Art Shows Exhibiting Artists & Demonstrations Throughout Town

Lincoln Theatre presents Roger Waters: The Wall on Fri., Oct. 16 at 7:30pm. Viewers will be taken on a journey that unfolds on many levels: as an immersive concert experience of the classic Pink Floyd album; a road movie of Waters’ reckoning with the past; and as a stirring anti-war event, highlighting the human cost of conflict. Additionally, fans will have a unique opportunity to see The Simple Facts with Roger Waters and his Pink Floyd bandmate Nick Mason. Please call 360-336-8955 for pricing. •The Wild and Scenic Film Festival – Skagit Fisheries

Enhancement Group with the help of the Samish Tribe, Aspect Consulting, the Skagit Watershed Council, and Amorterra present The Wild and Scenic Film Festival on Sat., Oct. 17 from 7:30-9:30pm at the Lincoln Theatre. Featured at the tour event at the Lincoln will be 11 films selected from the Wild and Scenic Film Festival’s full lineup. The festival is a natural extension of the Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group’s work to inspire people to act on behalf of the environment. Please call 360-3368955 for pricing. • My Fair Lady 50th Anniversary – My Fair Lady is now lovelier than ever with a breathtaking new restoration playing in cinemas nationwide for a limited time only. In honor of its 50th Anniversary, this eight-time Oscar-winning musical has been restored frame-by-frame from the original 65mm negative and scanned utilizing start-of-the-art technology under the supervision of Robert Harris (the famed film historian). Join us for this film on Sun., Oct. 18 at 7pm. Admission is $16 adults / $14 seniors / $12 students and children / $2 off members. • The Lincoln Theatre is located at 712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon. Info: 360-336-8955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org.

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Art Showings – Ann Wallace is showing

her new oil paintings of Yosemite through November at DIS (1315 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). • Steve Reed’s colorful acrylic paintings are showing through Oct. at WECU (1200 Harris Ave., Bellingham). • Free admission. More info: 360-3196115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net.

Fall Juried Exhibit – The Juried Exhibits

are open to the public at Jansen Art Center (321 Front St., Lynden) as a way to showcase the artistic talent in Whatcom County and the surrounding region. Each season, artists are invited to submit up to five pieces to be judged by a qualified jury made up of artists, curators, and other figures in the arts community. The selected pieces are displayed in the Jansen Art Center for the community to enjoy. Free admission. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Open Studio Painting Wednesdays & Thursdays – 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. Personal style and voice

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recognized and highly encouraged! Local venues can be available for one person and group shows for those who build a body of work. Show opportunities at Studio UFO during Art Walks are also available. Join us on Wednesdays (Oct. 7, 14, 21 & 28) or Thursdays (Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29) from 10am-3pm at Studio UFO (301 W. Holly St., Bellingham). Cost is Weds. $180, Thurs. $225, or $55 each day. Info: 360319-6115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net.

2016 Whatcom READS! Art Challenge Call to Artists – The

Whatcom READS! Art Challenge is done in partnership with Whatcom READS! Artists will read the book A Tale for the Time Being: A Novel by Ruth Ozeki. They will then create an art piece inspired by the novel in any medium. Art work will be displayed at the Allied Arts Gallery Feb. 5-27. Submissions are due by 5pm, Feb. 2. All mediums, genres, and skill levels are welcome to participate in the exhibit. Entry forms can be obtained at the Allied Arts Gallery downtown (1418 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham) or online at www.alliedarts. org. Applications will include an explanation on how the book inspired your art. For more information about Whatcom READS!, visit www.whatcomreads.org. For more information about Allied Arts of Whatcom County, visit www.alliedarts.org.

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Artwood Gallery: Dining Sets, Paintings by Francy Blumhagen –

Artwood’s walls are lined with paintings by Francy Blumhagen for October and November. We are also featuring dining sets, with many to choose from. Our handmade items can also be ordered to fit your needs, style, or size. Open 7 days in Historic Fairhaven (1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham). More info: 360-647-1628 or artwood@qwestoffice.net.

New Art by Lois Dahl – Local artist Lois

Dahl is showing her bright colorful paintings and prints at Chuckanut Brewery (601 W. Holly St., Bellingham) through Oct. 10. All sales go directly to the artist. Check out Lois’ work at www.whimsicalrabbit.com. Free admission. More info: 360-752-3377, info@chuckanutbreweryandkitchen.com or www.chuckanutbreweryandkitchen.com.

Now Showing at the Whatcom Museum – ”Back at the Park: Vintage

Views from the Photo Archives” – Bellingham’s parks have always been a locally loved and widely admired part of the city. This exhibition from the Whatcom Museum’s Photo Archives, features a dozen “new” historical views of Bellingham parks, including images of Cornwall, Fairhaven, Whatcom Falls and Elizabeth Parks, among others. • The Owl and the Woodpecker: Photographs by Paul Bannick– Featuring 25 large-format, framed color prints by Seattle photographer and author Paul Bannick, The Owl and the Woodpecker introduces museum visitors to the most important species of owls and woodpeckers in North America. On display through October, this exhibit uses spectacular photos, informative text, and evocative audio recordings to illustrate how these birds define and enrich the specific habitats on which they depend. • “Helmi’s World: Symbol, Myth, Fantasy” – This exhibit presents 65 artworks (paintings, drawings,

prints and ceramics) drawn from the Whatcom Museum’s collection of Helmi’s work, which numbers 250 objects. Exhibit closes Oct. 11 at the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building (250 Flora St., Bellingham). • “Unhinged: Book Art on the Cutting Edge” – Surveying recent directions in book art through 70 diverse works by 63 prominent artists in the field from across the country, Great Britain, and Australia, “Unhinged” explores the limitless potential of the book as an independent medium through both intimately-scaled pieces and large installations. On display through Jan. 3 at the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Bldg. • Museum admission. More info: 360-7788930, museuminfo@cob.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Opening Artist Reception – Attend the Opening Reception for the Whatcom Studio Tour Exhibit, Fall Juried Exhibit, and Susan Bennerstrom Exhibit on Thurs., Oct. 1 from 6-8pm at Jansen Art Center (321 Front St., Lynden). Jewelry-makers from around the region will also be participating in the metal challenge “Out of the Box,” where each artist is given a box of various jewelry supplies from which they will create a wearable piece of art. Come watch them in action. Music will be provided by jazz duo Erik and Anissa. Free admission. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

2015 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival –

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vendors, a silent auction, and a hands-on demonstration room where you can try many different types of fiber art techniques throughout the weekend, such as weaving, temari, spinning, felting, sashiko, and long-arm quilting, to name a few. Your admission also gives you access to the Museum, where exhibits by Caryl Bryer Fallert-Gentry and seven students from the Gail Harker Center for Creative Studies will be on exhibit. Festival hours are 10am5pm every day. Admission is $10 per day at the door or $9 per day when purchased in advance online. For more info or to purchase tickets, call 360-466-4288 go to www.laconnerquilts.org.

“Bones and Water” at Smith & Vallee Gallery – Smith & Vallee Gallery

(5742 Gilkey Ave., Edison) is showcasing the mysterious, ethereal, often skeletal in nature vessels of Ann Morris, and the most recent sand-casting works of Allen Moe, in the month of October. The gallery is open seven days a week, 11am-5pm. Free admission. More info: 360-766-6230 or www.smithandvallee.com.

“Emerge” Sculpture Show – Sculpture

Northwest Gallery (203 Prospect St., Bellingham) is proud to present “Emerge,” an eclectic show of figurative, nonobjective, and experimental sculpture by regional artists. As the Sculpture Northwest Gallery “emerges” onto the Northwest’s art scene, we present both emerging and established artists in this, our second show, at Sculpture Northwest. Works in bronze, stone and wire will be featured. Exhibit will be open for viewing Fri.-Sun., through Nov. 22, from noon-5pm. Free admission. Info: info@scculpturenorthwest.org , 360734-9757 or www.sculpturenorthwest.org.

Fall Exhibit featuring Paintings by Sharon Kingston – Modern Classics

Furniture + Art will be holding a special two-day art opening and sale on Fri. & Sat., Oct. 2 & 3. All Modernclassics.com furniture and paintings by Sharon Kingston will be 20% off, with additional savings on select pieces of furniture and art. Featured are paintings from the “Homage” series celebrating the atmosphere of the Pacific Northwest, as well as new abstract pieces.

Iconic midcentury modern furniture reproductions will also be specially priced for this two day event. Join us at 1418 N State St. on Fri., Oct. 2, noon-8pm and Sat., Oct. 3, 10am-5pm. More info: 360739-2474, sharon@modernclassics.com or www.sharonkingston.com.

Studio UFO – Figure Drawing: Whether you are a true beginner or a returning student, join in this inspiring class as you learn to draw what you see. . . not what you think you see! Using clothed models from all walks of life, local artist Trish Harding will teach the elements of contour, line integrity, attitude, volume, shading, shapes, and more. Work at your own pace as you learn to draw better than you ever thought possible! Class meets Fridays (Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30), from 1-3:30pm at WCC. Cost is $159. • Drawing Session Nude: If you can draw the figure, you can draw anything. Studio UFO is by far the best place in the area to practice your drawing skills no matter what skill level. It is for the serious artist that wants to improve and innovate, so if that is you, you are encouraged to join us! These are not drop-ins, pre-registration is required as is a minimum $2 cash tip for our model. Please do not include tip in your tuition check. Door opens at 9:45am and we start at 10am precisely so be kind & be on time. Join us at 301 W. Holly St. on Tues., Oct. 6, 10am-noon. Admission is $16 plus minimum $2 tip for model. • Extreme Impasto Workshop: Join Trish for this experimental workshop on using extreme impasto or thick rich buttery paint on your surface to energize your paintings! Join us on Mon., Oct. 12, 10am-3:30pm. Admission is $100. • More info: 360-3196115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net. Cascades to Chuckanuts: Fine Art Photography – An exhibition of fine art

nature photography at the Whatcom Land Trust, featuring Alan Sanders, Brett Baunton and John D’Onofrio. All sales benefit the Whatcom Land Trust (412 N. Commercial St., Bellingham). Exhibit open through Dec. 18. Opening reception during Art Walk on Fri., Oct. 2 at 5:30pm. Free admission. More info: 360-715-1197, natalie@whatcomlandtrust.org or www.whatcomlandtrust.org.

Bay Street Studios Welcomes Two New Artists – Kelli Van Overloop’s

incredible photorealistic acrylic landscape paintings are inspired by the Northwest’s amazing scenery. Karen Dade holds a Doctorate of Education in Cultural Diversity and Curriculum Reform, which is evident in work that boldly explores struggles for equity both past and present. We will be open from 6-9pm with artist demos, refreshments and fun, on Fri., Oct. 2 from 6-9pm during the Downtown Bellingham Art Walk. Bay Street Studios is located at 301 W. Holly St. Free admission. More info: 360-312-7366, wendelindunlap@gmail.com.

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Downtown Bellingham Art Walk at the Museum – See two fabulous

exhibitions in one location, “Helmi’s World” and “Unhinged,” as well as a special interactive shadow art installation by Heather Dawn Sparks on Fri., Oct. 2 from 6-10pm in the Lightcatcher courtyard (250 Flora St., Bellingham). Free admission. Info: info@whatcommuseum.org , 360778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Night Gallery – In October, Fourth

Corner Frames (311 W. Holly St., Bellingham) will be host to “The Night Gallery,” a take-off of Rod Serling’s television series of the same name. We have invited a handful of regional artists to help us create our own shadowy museum. We will host an artist reception on Fri., Oct. 2 from 6-10pm during the Downtown Bellingham Art Walk. Free admission. More info: 360-734-1340, Framr4U@aol.com or www.fourthcornerframes.com.

October Art Show at Scott Milo Gallery – Presenting colorful monotypes

by Marie Powell of Ilwaco, WA. Also showing are oils by Keith Sorenson, abstract pastels by Amanda Houston, oils by Brooke Borcherding, pastels by Janice Wall, new tables by Gary Leake and Lanny Bergner. Opening reception on Fri., Oct. 2 from 6-9pm at Scott Milo Gallery (420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes). Free admission. Info: gallery@scottmilo.com , 360-293-6938 or www.scottmilo.com.

October Gallery Walk Photography Show – Local photographer Jeanne

McGee will be showing her imagery at The Lucky Monkey (312 W. Champion St.) throughout October. Opening reception and meet-the-artist night is Fri., Oct. 2 from 6-9pm during Bellingham’s October Art Walk. McGee will be showing her dream series, “Sanguine Landscapes,” along with a special showing of “Day of the Dead” images taken in Patzcuro and Oaxaca, Mexico during day of the dead nightly activities. Free admission. More info: 360-223-2743.

art will come down on Oct. 16 and be moved to the WWU Climate Conversations site for discussion on Oct. 18. After the WWU conversations, one of the speakers will be at Chuckanut for further discussions from 5-7pm. Free admission. More info: 360-752-3377, info@chuckanutbreweryandkitchen.com or www.chuckanutbreweryandkitchen.com.

Mask Show – We’re back! The Firehouse Cafe in Fairhaven (1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham) presents masks in the spirit of Halloween on display from October 3-31. The cafe will also be open late (normal hours are 7am-3pm) for the Fairhaven Trick or Treat event on Halloween day from 3-6pm. Free admission. More info: 360-752-1904.

historic Fairhaven since 1969! Free admission. More info: 360-671-3998, theteam@goodearthpots.com or www.goodearthpots.com.

“Not Vanishing: Contemporary Expressions in Indigenous Art, 1977-2015” – Curated by Gail Tremblay and Miles R. Miller, this exhibit examines the evolution of the Contemporary Native

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Visit Sculpture Woods – Sculpture

Woods, studio grounds of Ann Morris at 3851 Legoe Bay Rd., Lummi Island, will be open to the public on the first Saturday of each month (Oct. 3) from 10am-5pm. There are sixteen large sculptures on the grounds to be visited, and the gallery of smaller works will be open. The working studio will not be open. No photos please. Park diagonally in the designated parking area, take a map for the self-guided tour, and enjoy. Free admission. Info: www.sculpturewoods.com.

Broadcast News: Prints & Patterns on Clay at Good Earth Pottery –

October featured artist Rob Beishline delights in patterns and print-making—on clay! He particularly enjoys capturing familiar people (including himself) in humorous poses and silk-screening them on to vessels and sculptures. While, at first glance, his work appears relaxed, upon deeper regard, you’ll observe the care he’s put into the finest details. Meet the artist at a reception on Sat., Oct. 10 from 2-5pm at Good Earth Pottery (1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham). Representing more than 50 local artists, the gallery has been located in

“Sound The Alarm” by Rebecca Ogden – This Fall, Honey Salon (310 W.

Holly St., Bellingham) is proud to present “Sound the Alarm.” Layering her longtime fascination for the abandoned Georgia Pacific site with more personal and current concerns regarding her own health, Rebecca Ogden brings forward a brand new collection of multi-media art works. Includes Ogden’s photographic images on vellum, stitched and layered with text from her own lab work. Exhibit opens Fri., Oct. 2 during the Downtown Bellingham Art Walk from 6-10pm; seasonal cocktails, cupcakes, and musical musings by local spin-master PhDJ. Free admission. More info: hair@honeybellingham.com , 360778-3858 or www.honeybellingham.com.

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American Arts Movement and the works of artists living in the Northwest, with emphasis on the Puget Sound and Plateau regions. On display at the Museum of Northwest Art (121 S. 1st St., La Conner) from Oct. 10-Jan. 3. Free admission. More info: christyl@museumofnwart.org , 360466-4446 or www.monamuseum.org.

Exhibition: “Chipping the Block, Painting the Silk: The Color Prints of Norma Bassett Hall” – Curated by Joby Patterson, scholar and author of Norma Bassett Hall: Catalogue Raisonne of the Block Prints and Serigraphs, this traveling exhibition is the first solo showing of Bassett Hall’s artwork since her death in 1957. It highlights 65 artworks from her 25-year career as a printmaker and will be on display at the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Bldg. (250 Flora St., Bellingham) from Oct. 24-Feb. 14).

Historic Cemetery Tour – Enjoy an

historic tour of the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery (the oldest cemetery in Skagit County) on Sun., Oct. 11 from 1-4pm. Actors bring to life the stories of some of the unique people for whom Pleasant Ridge is the final resting place. Meet at the cemetery (17666 Valentine Rd., Mount Vernon). Admission is $10 general / $8 Historical Society Members. More info: 360-466-3365, jwolfe@co.skagit.wa.us or www.skagitcounty.net/musuem.

Pickett House Tours – Nestled at the

edge of the Lettered Streets Neighborhood and Old Town is the Pickett House, built in 1856 and designated a local museum in 1941. It is the oldest house in Washington State still in its original location. The house was built for Captain George Pickett, who went on to become the infamous Confederate General of “Pickett’s Charge” at Gettysburg during the Civil War. Second Sunday tours (Oct. 11) are offered by Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington

Admission is $10 general / $8 students and seniors / $4.50 kids. More info: 360-7788930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Art’s Alive! La Conner – Art’s Alive! La

Conner celebrates its 31st year Fri.-Sun., Nov. 6-8 at Maple Hall (104 Commercial St.). Hosted by the La Conner Arts Commission, regional and local artists, along with featured artist Gary Giovane, will be at the Artists Reception on Fri., Nov. 6 from 5-9pm. Live music, appetizers, and wine by donation will be provided. The celebration continues at Maple Hall with the Invitational Exhibition, Open Show, artist demonstrations, and live music on Sat., Nov. 7 from 10am-6pm and Sun., Nov. 8 from 10am-4pm. Merchant art exhibits and art demonstrations will be held throughout town during the weekend. Free admission. Info: artsalivelaconner.com

from 1-4pm by donation; donations are used in the care and upkeep of this historic home. Located off F St., between Holly and Dupont Streets (910 Bancroft St.). Admission by donation.

Whatcom Genealogical Society Meeting – Whatcom Genealogical

Society will meet on Mon., Oct. 12 at 2pm at Bellingham Elks Lodge (710 Samish Way). Mary Kircher Roddy will speak on “Trails West: 1840-1869.” Visitors are welcome. Free admission. More info: 360-966-3860.

Historical Tour of Sumas – Ride in a

horse-drawn wagon, tour historical homes, and learn about Sumas history from Deborah Morgan on Sat., Oct. 24 from 2-3pm at the Sumas Library (451 2nd St.). We’ll gather at the library after the tour for hot beverages and refreshments provided by Friends of the Sumas Library. Free admission. More info: 360-305-3600 or www.wcls.org.

“More Murders in the Fourth Corner” – Todd Warger continues his

investigation into 19th and early 20th century homicides with more true crime stories occurring in the confines of Bellingham, Whatcom, and Skagit counties. An Emmy Award nominee for the documentary film The Mountain Runners, Todd Warger is a recipient of the Washington State Historical Society’s 2008 David Douglas award for the documentary film Shipyard, and co-author of Images of America: Mount Baker. Presentation takes place on Thurs., Oct. 29 at 7pm at the Ferndale Library (2125 Main St.). Free admission. More info: 360-305-3600 or www.wcls.org.

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Children and Teen Art Classes at BellinghamART – Our instructors teach

engaging, age-appropriate classes that encourage students to explore creativity and develop confidence in art skills. Weekly classes go beyond “fun” art projects for children. We provide quality art instruction that develops traditional art skills and increases self-confidence. Our supportive, non-competitive environment allows students to explore creativity with new materials and techniques and provide the structure to ensure skill development. More info: info@bellinghamart.com , 360738-8379 or www.bellinghamart.com.

Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms – This free event will be held Sat.

& Sun., Oct. 3 & 4 from 10am-4pm and is a once-a-year opportunity for family farms across Skagit County to open their barn doors just for you! During the festival weekend, you can participate in a very special time to celebrate and share in the bounty of local agriculture, as well as connect with the farmers that provide a variety of locally grown foods and goods. Enjoy the scenic drive as you visit the farms of your choice. Free admission. More info: www.festivaloffamilyfarms.com or 360-421-4729.

Community Breakfast – The Rome

Grange (2821 Mt. Baker Hwy.) presents a community breakfast on the first Sunday of the month (Oct. 4, Nov. 1) from 8am-1pm. Meet and greet local politicians, as they serve you coffee and breakfast, featuring pancakes, French toast, sausage, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, juice, and coffee. Admission is $5 adult / $2 kids 6-10 / free 5 and under. More info: 360-739-9605.

day? Would you like to get advice from talented local wedding experts? If you answered yes to these questions, then look no further. A guide book provided at check-in (Gown & Glove Bridal Consignment, 1521 Cornwall Ave.), will contain a list of the venues and a map with their locations. Venues will be open from 10am-5pm. Silver Reef, however, will be open noon-7pm, where you can view ongoing bridal fashion shows throughout the day, and finish your day at an exciting after party from 4-7pm that will include fabulous door prizes (including a hotel package at Silver Reef), dance demonstrations and lessons, delicious buffet, cash bar, and DJ until 7pm. We hope to see you there! Price: $5 for 12 years and over. More info: 360-537-3728, deborah@thesimplyorganizedbride.com or www.whatcomweddingtour.com.

Wild Mushroom Show – Bellingham’s

Wild Mushroom Show is Sun., Oct. 18, noon-5pm at the Bloedel Donovan Community Building (2214 Electric Ave). Each fall, Pacific Northwest forests and fields are filled with thousands of different kinds of mushrooms. You can experience hundreds of them at this fun, family event! View beautiful displays of wild mushrooms; bring mushrooms from your backyard for identification; touch and smell fascinating fungi; hear talks by local experts; taste safe edible wild mushrooms; and see arts, crafts, and displays about mushrooms and

other fungi. Sponsored by the Northwest Mushroomers Association. Admission is $5 adults / $3 students and seniors / free kids under 12. More info: www.northwestmushroomers.org.

Ghost Stories for Kids and Adults –

Bellingham Storytellers Guild and Whatcom County Historical Society presents two Halloween concerts on Sat., Oct. 24: Scary Stories for Kids (family friendly) from 4:30-5:30pm and Scary Stories for Adults (not recommended for kids under 18) from 7-9pm. Concerts will be held at the Whatcom Territorial Courthouse, the oldest brick building in the Western Territories (1308 E. St., Bellingham). Space is limited; tickets available at Village Books. Admission is $3 kids / $5 adults. More info: 360-714-9631, bhamstoryguild@comcast.net or www.bellinghamstorytellersguild.org.

5th Thursday: Spooks & Spirits – Join us on Thurs., Oct. 29 from 5-7pm for the last 5th Thursday of the year and discover some of Old City Hall’s secrets, just in time for Halloween! Sip a cocktail, provided by Bellewood Distilling, and delve into the shadier side of the building’s history with The Bureau of Historical Investigation. Curiosity piqued? Head out with the guides from The Bureau for an add-on

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STEAM Workshop: Kids Dig Archaeology! – Archaeology and Historic Preservation Specialists from Equinox Research and Consulting International Inc. (ERCI) present a fun, hands-on, science workshop for kids ages 6-10 on Tues., Oct. 13 from 4:30-5:30pm at the Mount Vernon City Library (315 Snoqualmie St.). Free admission. Info: 360-336-6209 or www.mountvernonwa.gov.

Third Friday Storytelling Workshop and Concert – The third Friday of every

month (Oct. 16), the Bellingham Storytellers Guild offers free workshops for anyone interested in any aspect of storytelling. Workshops are followed by a concert performed by both professional and beginning tellers who are members of the Guild. This is a family friendly, all-ages event, which meets in the Fairhaven Library Fireplace Room (1117 12th St.). Workshops run from 6-7pm and concerts run from 7-8:30pm. Free admission. Info: bhamstoryguild@comcast.net , 360-7149631 or www.bellinghamstorytellersguild.org.

2015 Whatcom Wedding Tour – Join us on Sun., Oct. 18 for the first annual Whatcom Wedding Tour. Would you like to visit 8 different wedding venues in one

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Dine and Dance for Children with Cancer by Joanna Nesbit

Each July at All Saints Camp on Raft Island, a tranquil setting near Gig Harbor, Camp Agape NW hosts children with cancer and their families for a week. Open to families whose children receive treatment in Washington (whether or not families reside in Washington), the camp is entirely free and provides much-needed respite to parents, siblings, and young cancer sufferers. With the mission to nurture the whole family, the camp is a place where children with cancer can feel normal, siblings have a chance to feel special, and parents can take time out from intensive care routines to connect with other parents. Operated under the umbrella of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco, the Washington camp is managed and run by the Philoptochos Ladies Society Chapters in the Puget Sound area. Four churches in Seattle cooperatively fundraise year-round for the Northwest camp, which is run on 100 percent volunteer help. Financial

contributions pay for food, water, electricity, and even new equipment such as canoes. Last year for the first time, the Philoptochos Chapter of Bellingham’s St. Sophia Church hosted a dinner to raise funds for the camp. This November, the chapter is hosting a second annual dinner/dance fundraiser at Northwood Hall, 3240 Northwest Ave., on Saturday, November 7, 6pm. They would love the community’s help. The event features a steak and prawn dinner, no-host beer and wine bar, silent auction, and dancing with DJ Dimitri from

Vancouver, BC, well known for his fun presence and international music repertoire. Dust off those dancing shoes because the evening is sure to be a lively cultural experience with Greek and Lebanese music, as well as rock and roll, Western, and any other music Dimitri plays. Harieklia Bryant, president of the St. Sophia Philoptochos Chapter, says not to worry, event organizers will teach Greek and Lebanese dance steps to those unfamiliar with them. Additionally, Camp Agape Seattle’s Andrea Gray will give a short presentation about the camp and its important role in families’ lives. Founded in 1989 in Dunlap, California, Camp Agape went on to establish three more camps in San Diego, Arizona, and Washington. Camp Agape NW began in 1997 with the goal to serve 20 families per year, and all families are invited to attend a second year. Each year, the camp hosts a mix of returning and new families, serving people from all cultures, backgrounds, and faiths. Situated on 18 acres of beachfront property, the camp offers activities all week, including swimming, boating, fishing, crafts, and sports, as well as scheduled time for

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parents to relax and connect with other adults facing similar difficulties. Evenings include family skits, singing, and dancing. To attend the camp, children with cancer must have their white cell count up to a certain level and go through an application process to determine they’re healthy enough. Once accepted, nurses are on the camp staff 24 hours a day to monitor medications, and children are paired with a counselor who acts as a mentor. Families are emotionally fatigued when they first arrive at the camp, Bryant says. “But it’s a secure environment and parents get to take a break. On the first day, they’re bewildered, and they don’t know what to do. But by the end of the week, they’re relaxed, happy and feeling relieved.” The whole family returns home rejuvenated. Tickets for the dinner are $50 per person and can be purchased from Georgia Sentkowski by calling 360-2248551 or 360-714-8009. To learn more about Camp Agape NW, visit www.campagapenw.net.

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2015 Buddy Walk – The Buddy Walk is

a fun and rewarding opportunity to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down Syndrome and celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month. The 2015 Buddy Walk will take place on Sat., Oct. 3 from 11am-2pm, and will feature a one-mile walk around Fairhaven. All ages and abilities are invited to participate. After the walk, there will be food, music, dancing, a silent auction, and other fun activities for families to enjoy. Whether you have Down Syndrome, know someone who does, or just want to show your support, your participation and generosity is greatly appreciated! Anyone can be a buddy! Proceeds support local programs for individuals with Down Syndrome. With everyone’s active participation and generous support, the possibilities for great services and events are endless! Admission is $10 adults and kids 13+ / $5 kids 6-12 / free for individuals with Down Syndrome and kids 5 and under. More info: jessikah@arcwhatcom.org or www.arcwhatcom.org.

NAMI Whatcom Stigma Stomp Mental Health Fair and 5k – The

Stigma Stomp challenges Whatcom County to come together and reject the stigma of mental illness. NAMI Whatcom provides free support and education to individuals and families impacted by mental illness. The event will be held on Sat., Oct. 10, 10am, at Bloedel Donovan Park (2214 Electric Ave., Bellingham). Cost is $26 (t-shirt included) adults / $21 (t-shirt included) youth (under 15) / free 10 and under. More info: 360-671-4950, nami@healthsupportcenter.org or www.namiwhatcom.org.

Big Basket Bingo – Join us on Sat., Oct. 10 from 12:30-3pm at the Blaine Senior Center (763 G St.) for Big Basket Bingo! For your $20 admission you can play 8 games/3 cards each game, refreshments included. Big baskets and a huge grand prize ($100 cash). More info: 360-3328040, blaineseniorcenter@gmail.com or www.blaineseniorcenter.com.

Original Comedy Night: 20th Year at the Lincoln – The Skagit-Mount Vernon

Kiwanis return to the Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon) for the 20th year with another great lineup of comedians for this year’s Original Comedy Night on Sat., Oct. 10 at 8pm. Larry Reeb, Brian Moote and Silas Lindenstein will perform. Net proceeds and other fundraising events are returned to our community for assistance to Skagit area kids and other community needs. Admission is $20. More info: 360336-8955, tobie@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org.

First Annual Disability Awareness Art Show and Dinner – The art show

and dinner are scheduled for Thurs., Oct. 15 at 5:30pm at the Lighthouse Bar and Grill, Bellwether Hotel (One Bellwether Way, Bellingham). Artwork will be available

for sale. Social hour at 5pm, and dinner at 6:30pm. Cost is $60 per person and seating is limited. Paid reservation deadline is Sept. 30th. Call 360-671-8766 or email sisuchildrensfund@gmail.com. Cosponsored by Allied Arts, Bellingham Parks and Recreation, Bellingham Sister Cities, Bellingham Technical College, NW Therapeutic Riding Center, Sisu Children’s Fund and Western Washington University.

Pancake Breakfast at Blaine Senior Center – Join us Sat., Oct. 17, at the

Blaine Senior Community Center (763 G St.) for a pancake breakfast served 8-11am. Proceeds support the center, and the volunteers always serve up wonderful food with a smile! Admission is $6 adults / $4 kids. More info: 360-332-8040 or www.blaineseniorcenter.com.

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser – Join

us on Sat., Oct. 17 from 8-11am for a pancake breakfast at the Ferndale Senior Center (1999 Cherry St.). Best deal in town at $6 for adults / $3 kids / free kids 3 and under. More info: 360-384-6244, karma.ferndaleseniorcenter@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/FerndaleSeniorActivityCenter.

VFW Breakfast – Join us for breakfast

on the 3rd Saturday of each month (Oct. 17) to support local veterans and veterans’ programs. Breakfast is served from 8-11am at the VFW Hall (7011 Hannegan Rd., Lynden). Admission is $6 general / free kids 5 and under. More info: 360-3036818 or peggydeem@gmail.com.

Terry Bronkema’s “Road Show” –

Local auctioneer, real estate agent and all around good guy Terry Bronkema will offer his services and expertise at the Sumas Senior Center (461 2nd St.) on Wed., Oct. 21 (following a 6pm potluck until 8:30pm) and on Fri., Oct 23 from noon-2:30pm. Get appraisals for up to 3 of your treasures for a suggested $5 donation (all donations support center programs). Bring clocks and watches, small furniture, pottery, kitchenware, tools. Terry will not appraise jewelry, clothing, fine art, firearms, or weapons at this event. Info: 360-988-2714.

Healing Hearts Benefit Breakfast –

The annual Healing Hearts Benefit Breakfast offers community members, volunteers, donors and friends a special time to come together to be educated and inspired by the healing stories and experiences that take place between humans and their animal partners. You will hear first-hand how lives are transformed at Animals as Natural Therapy. Join us for the event on Thurs., Oct. 22 from 7:15-8:30am at Windows on the Bay (2625 Harbor Loop Dr., Squalicum Harbor). Breakfast is complimentary / request for donations at close of event. More info: 360-671-3509, office@animalsasnaturaltherapy.org or www.AnimalsAsNaturalTherapy.org.

Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser – The

Ferndale Senior Center (1999 Cherry St.) is hosting a good old fashioned Spaghetti

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Feed Fundraiser on Fri., Oct. 23 from 5-7pm. Dinner includes a delicious meal of spaghetti and meatballs, Caesar salad, bread sticks, and fresh-baked apple or cherry pie for dessert. We will have live entertainment and raffle items as well. We will start serving at 5pm, and continue serving until 6:30pm. Tickets are on sale now at the senior center or online at brownpapertickets.com. All proceeds go to benefit the Jet Oldsters / Ferndale Senior Center, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Admission is $10 general / $5 kids under 10 & seniors over 90. Info: 360-384-6244, manager.fsac@gmail.com.

Saturday Pancake Breakfast – Join us

at American Legion Post 154 (5537 2nd Ave., Ferndale) on Sat., Oct. 24 from 8-11am for a pancake breakfast. Admission is $6 adults / $3 ages 6-12 / under 6 free. More info: 360-384-7474 or dahubbard10@gmail.com.

4th Annual Pumpkins for Pajamas –

Harborview Lions Club will be collecting new pajamas for the needy and homeless on Sat., Oct. 24 from 10am-6pm at Fred Meyer Lakeway, south entrance (800 Lakeway Dr., Bellingham). Drop off new packaged pajamas or socks, and Harborview Lions will give you a free pumpkin for your support. All donations will be given to the Hope House & Street Ministry who reach out to the less fortunate and homeless in our community and to the Skookum House, a place for young children entering the foster care system. More info: 360-303-7478 or zccindy25@gmail.com.

Halloween-Themed Car Show – Join

us at the Punkin Run! Decorate your car for Halloween and come hang out with the 4th Corner Elites Car Club on Sun., Oct. 25 from 10am-2pm behind Hardware Sales (near the Iowa/Ohio I-5 Exit, 2034 James St., Bellingham). A $10 entry fee for your car. Free to the public to view cars. Trophies and Dash plaques and good camaraderie. Awards begin at 2pm, (earlier if we have rainy weather). This event is for fun, and funds raised go to Project Santa Claus and our annual scholarship to BTC or WWU for a person training in the automotive field. Call for more info or to register your show car. Info: 360-380-2733 or www.fourthcornerelitescarclub.com

Boo!zy Bingo & Karaoke – On Fri.,

Oct. 30 at 5:30pm the Bellingham Senior Activity Center (315 Halleck St.) will be hosting the Boo!zy Bingo & Karaoke event. This event costs $15 at the door and is open to anyone in the community age 21 and over. There will be bingo, karaoke, and a Halloween costume contest! Thank you to Wander Brewing for providing the beer for the evening. Admission includes bingo sheets for all eight regular games, snacks, plus wine with a $2 suggested donation. In addition to eight regular games with a $30 payout, everyone will have an opportunity (more benefits on page 36)

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to purchase cards at $2 each for a “special bingo” where the winner will take home half the pot! All proceeds for the event support the programs and activities of the Bellingham Senior Activity Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. More info: 360-733-4030, epierson@wccoa.org or www.wccoa.org.

Creepy Cabaret – Get in the autumn

spirit with an evening of lively entertainment and delicious food at the annual Bellingham High School Creepy Cabaret on Fri., Oct. 30 at 6:30pm in the BHS Commons (2020 Cornwall Ave.). Enjoy a hearty chili (meat/vegetarian options) and dessert buffet while talented students entertain with solo and ensemble performances. Doors open at 6pm. Proceeds benefit the excellent BHS choir program, whose Showstoppers took 1st place in the mixed large ensemble division at the state contest in April 2015. Admission is $10.

sounds of GMB Entertainment. Five lucky attendees will win a “wine, beer, and chocolate cellar.” All attendees are asked to bring a fine bottle of wine, beer, or fine chocolates with a suggested retail value of $25. Your contributions will become part of the award cellars. Cost is $50 per person. Info / tickets: www.facebook.com/events/721129591349817/ or www.cascadeconnections.org.

Annual Fair on Sat., Nov. 7 from 10am4pm at the Hampton Inn Fox Hall (3985 Bennett Dr., Bellingham). Our Scandinavian Bakery and Cafe, Nordic gifts and crafts, entertainment, and hourly prize drawings will be featured. Admission is $1 general / free kids under 12. More info: 360-714-1388 or marz40@comcast.net.

BEHS Band Booster Craft Fair – Our

evening while supporting the Northwest Therapeutic Riding Center in our 23rd year! Join us on Sat., Nov. 7 from 5:309pm at the Bellingham Elks Lodge and feast on a salmon or chicken dinner and a fabulous Dessert Dash. Do some holiday shopping from our wonderful silent and live auction offerings. A great way to kick off the holiday season. Admission is $60. More info: 619-787-8571, pam@nwtrc.org or www.nwtrc.org.

25th Annual Craft Fair will be held on Sat., Nov. 7 from 9am-4pm at Burlington Edison High School (301 N. Burlington Blvd.). Over 150 vendors with something for everyone. Free to attend. More info: 360-707-2167, becraftfair@hotmail.com.

16th Annual Scandinavian Fair – Daughters of Norway, Nellie Gerdrum Lodge #41 will be holding their 16th

Spaghetti Feed and Bellingham Youth Jazz Band – Join us for this event on Fri., Nov. 6 at the Blaine Senior Center (763 G St.). Dinner takes place from 5:30-7pm and includes spaghetti and meatballs, garlic rolls, salad, dessert, and one complimentary beverage. Music from 7-8pm with the Bellingham Youth Jazz Band. Admission is $10 adult / $5 youth advance & $11 adult / $6 youth at the door. More info: 360-332-8040, blaineseniorcenter@gmail.com or www. blaineseniorcenter.com.

The Hamster’s Ball – The Hamster’s Ball will be held on Fri., Nov. 6 from 6:309:30pm at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal (355 Harris Ave.) to benefit Cascade Connections. Join us for a fabulous evening of wine, beer, chocolates and culinary specialties from local restaurants and bars. Dance into the night to the

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30-minute walking tour around the neighborhood, offering more spooky local history. The Whatcom Museum Old City Hall is located at 121 Prospect St., Bellingham. Admission is $10 general / $5 members / $5 add-on history tour. Tickets on www.BrownPaperTickets.com. More info: 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Denim to Diamonds Dinner & Auction – Enjoy a warm and wonderful

Family Activity Day: Tell a Tale of Halloween – Come dressed as your

favorite story character (or in other costume) and enjoy some Halloween fun at the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Bldg. (250 Flora St., Bellingham) on Sat., Oct. 31 from 10am-4pm. Explore our “Unhinged” book art exhibition, make a Halloween book, and hear some positively un-frightful Halloween stories. We’ll have face-painting and bookish Halloween arts and crafts throughout the day. Admission is $3 / members free. More info: 360-7788930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Downtown Trick or Treat – Each year, Tours with Whatcom County Council on Aging – German Sausage

Fest & Flight Tour, Oct. 2, $51 • Musical Comedy: Forever Plaid, Oct. 10, $35 • New Mexico Balloon Fest & Santa Fe Guided Tour, Oct. 9-14, $1999 • Cuba Travelshow, Oct. 14, 11am, free • New Autumn BC Cascade Falls Tour, Oct. 20, $109 • Special Captain Cook Exhibit Tour, Oct. 28, $78 • Shake It – UW Earthquake Center Tour, Nov. 17, $56 • Eagle Viewing Cruise, Nov. 18, $159 • Mannheim Steamroller Performance, Nov. 24, $94 • Downtown Vancouver BC Holiday, Dec. 4-5, $365 • Oahu, Hawaii, Dec. 2-9 • Arizona Seahawks & New Years Getaway, Dec. 31-Jan. 4, $1799-$1999 • Sound of Music Broadway Musical, Dec. 13, $135 • 2016 Trips: Incredible India, Feb. 15-29, $4795 • Mississippi Steamboat River Cruise, April 3-11, $5399 range • Williamsburg & Washington DC, Oct. 13-20, $2499 • Cuba Tour, Nov. 2 -TBD, $4995. All rates, subject to change, are per person double occupancy. More info and registration: 360-733-4030, ext. 1015, bsacintern@gmail.com or www.wccoa.org. Entertainment News Northwest ~ October 2015

over 700 children and their families head to historic Downtown Ferndale for free candy handed out by over 40 downtown merchants. Make sure you come on down and enjoy the fun on Sat., Oct. 31 from 3-5pm. Free admission. Info: 360-3843042, kelsey@ferndale-chamber.com or www.ferndale-chamber.com/downtown-trick-or-treat.

A Masquerade Eve – Rooted Emerging

presents the 4th annual Masquerade Eve at Fairhaven Middle School (110 Park Ridge Rd., Bellingham) on Sat., Oct. 31 from 6-9pm. Doors open at 6pm, with show at 7pm. This all-ages event features musicians, storytellers, mask-making, fortune-telling, bobbing for apples, a photo booth, and more! Hot food vendors will provide savory dinner items; no need to stop at home. Healthy snacks will be on hand from our masked servers. Come in costume, in mask, or as you are. All proceeds support our Coming of Age programs for youth ages 11-15. Admission is by donation. More info: 360-510-3205, info@rootedemerging.org or www.rootedemerging.org.

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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 at 10:30am. Joani Glasser is a Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance (E-RYT-500), specializing in yoga therapy for the back, with over 30 years experience. This is a supportive, nurturing class ideal for beginners as well as those who desire healthy back yoga. Fall special: $10/class. Please call ahead. Info: 360656-6699, yogawithjoani@yahoo.com or www.yogawithjoani.com.

The Realities of Advanced Medical Interventions – Experienced ICU nurses

discuss in frank terms the meaning of “advanced medical interventions.” This is an interactive session, allowing for questions and dialogue. These nurses present, in layperson’s terms, the realities of what these “interventions” mean to average people and their families. Advance care planning and completing advanced

26th Annual Fall Craft & Antique Show – Bring a friend and enjoy the 26th

Annual Fall Craft & Antique Show on Thurs. & Fri., Oct. 15 & 16, 10am-8pm, and Sat., Oct. 17, 10am-5pm, at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds Expo Building. Booths will feature unique handcrafted wares, home and garden decor, antiques, collectibles, and repurposed and upcycled vintage treasures. Meet over 100 artisans who will inspire you with their creativity! Enjoy a pumpkin latte, a slice of apple pie, or lunch in our cafe, while listening to the ongoing live entertainment. Admission is $6 general / $5 seniors and kids 12 and under. More info: 360-966-5573, wccinc@hotmail.com or www.lyndencraftantiqueshow.com , www.facebook/LyndenCraftandAntiqueShow.

Woodworking Class: Build An Adjustable-Back Easy Chair – In this

class, students will build a Morris-style easy chair using mortise and tenon joinery. Part of the class is how to use jointers, planers, and the table saw safely and efficiently. This is a comfortable chair with lumbar support and makes a beautiful addition to a living or family room. Class meets Mon.-Fri., Oct. 19-23 at 2139 Humboldt Street, Bellingham. Admission is $1250 w/ Ottoman / $1100 w/o Ottoman. More info: 360-393-7577, dolesejt@msn.com or www.TerraFirmaDesignNW.com.

directives will be discussed. Session will take place on Fri., Oct. 2, 9am-noon at Jerns Chapel (James St. and Sunset Ave., Bellingham). Free admission. More info: 360-201-7840 or micki98226@aol.com.

Especially for Girls: What’s Happening to Me? – Designed for girls

ages 8-11, Skagit Regional Health offers a mother-daughter class on puberty that will help them address the sensitive topics of physical and emotional development taught in a relaxed environment by Jean Chakraborty, MD, OB/GYN with Skagit Regional Clinics Mount Vernon. This is not a sex education class. Class meets Wed., Oct. 7 from 6-8pm at Skagit Valley Hospital (1415 E. Kincaid St.). Call Skagit Regional Health at 360-814-2424 or 360-629-6481 to register. Free admission. More info: 360-814-2424 or www.skagitregionalhealth.org.

Dance class for People with Parkinson’s Disease and Other Movement and Neurological Disorders – A dance class for people with Parkinson’s disease and other movement or neurological disorders will be given on Fridays (beginning Oct. 9) from 10-11am at Ballet Bellingham (1405 Fraser St., Suite 103). Specially designed for people living with Parkinson’s disease, caregivers and supporting family or friends are also welcome, as are individuals living with other movement or neurological disorders. Rather than focusing on a particular style, this class will open and utilize participants’ individual movement abilities. Taught by Pam Kuntz, a member of WWU dance faculty. Supported by a grant from the American Parkinson Disease Association Washington Chapter. Participants do not have to preregister. No set admission fee; pay what you can. More info: 360-5104711, kuntzpam@gmail.com or www.kuntzandco.org/dance-class.

“What’s Next: Medicare Awareness” –

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Fall Festival at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church – There will be artisan

booths, handmade items, seasonal produce, and Scandinavian baked goods at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (1720 Harris Ave., Bellingham) on Sat., Oct. 24 from 10am-5pm. Free. Info: 360-7336749 or office@oursavioursbham.org. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet

Thursday Balkan Dances – The Fourth

Corner Folk Dancers meet Thursday evenings (Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) at 7:15pm at the Fairhaven Library (1117 12th St., Bellingham) to dance to our collection of

recorded Balkan folk music and to our own Fourth Corner Folk Dance Band. Teaching and tutoring available; no experience is necessary. No partner is needed. Admission is $5 donation requested / first time free. • The Fourth Corner Folk Dancers host Balkanarama on Sat., Oct. 3 at 7:30pm for our First Saturday Balkan Dance Party at the Fairhaven Library. Admission is $15 donation requested. • Info: 360-380-0456.

Western Line Dancing – Western Line Dance classes will be held at the Ten Mile Grange (6958 Hannegan Rd., Lynden).

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Awareness” provides a venue for seniors to hear presentations and meet with a variety of organizations to help with their decision-making. Join us on Wed., Oct. 14 from 9am-2:30pm at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center (315 Halleck St., Bellingham). Free. Info: 360-733-4030, vista@wccoa.org or www.wccoa.org.

Novices start at 5:45pm; the novice class is a 6 week course for $30, held on Wed., Oct. 28-Dec. 2. Beginners meet from 6:30-7:30pm on Fri., Oct. 2 & 9. Intermediates also meet on Oct. 2 & 9, from 7:30-8:30pm; this class is by instructor invitation only. Ages 16 and up. No partner or experience needed; cost is $5 per class for beginners and intermediates. Great exercise! More info: 360-354-4325, charlene.lenn@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/LyndenLineDancers.

Traditional Jazz – Dance to the swinging music of Swing Patrol on Sat., Oct. 3, 2-5pm, at the VFW Hall (625 State St., Bellingham). Presented by the Bellingham Traditional Jazz Society. Enjoy fine acoustics, a large wooden dance floor, snacks, and beverages. Admission is $8 members / $6 students / $10 general. Info: 360-734-2973 or www.btjs.webs.com.

Dances of Universal Peace in Mount Vernon – The Dances of Universal Peace are a group of moving meditations to live music. Each dance is focused on the singing of a sacred phrase, inspired by a

Think Pink: Women’s Wellness Event – Join us for this wellness event on

Wed., Oct. 21 from 11am-2pm in the main lobby of Skagit Valley Hospital (1415 E. Kincaid St., Mount Vernon). Activities will include doc talks, health screenings, and more! Free admission. More info: 360814-2424, www.skagitregionalhealth.org or healthquest@skagitvalleyhospital.org.

“Ethics for Licensed Massage Practitioners” – This community-

building class helps you feel empowered and confident with small and large group discussion about roles, boundaries, communication and more. Washington state requires 4 CE hours of ethics every two years for LMPs. This class will be held on Fri., Oct. 30 from 1-5pm at The Loft (6171 Northwest Dr., Ferndale). Cost is $90. More info: 360-312-1244, IntentionalEthics@gmail.com or www.IntentionalEthics.com.

Bonsai Show – The Whatcom-Skagit

Bonsai Society is having their 2015 Autumn Bonsai Show & Workshop at My Garden Nursery (929 E. Bakerview Rd., Bellingham) on Sat. & Sun., Oct. 10 & 11 from 9am-5:30pm. Bonsai trees on exhibit. Watch the experts at work. Guests can bring their own bonsai trees for pruning and cultivating advice. Free. Info: 360366-8406, mygardennursery@gmail.com or www.mygardennursery.com.

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large variety of religious traditions from around the world. Join us in creating energy for peace. No experience necessary; all dances taught each time. Come alone or bring a friend. Donation requested / no one turned away for lack of funds. Join us for the dances on Sun., Oct. 4 at 6pm at Center for Spiritual Living (1508 N. 18th St., Mount Vernon). Admission is by donation. More info: 360-629-9190, www.SeattleDUP.org/mt_vernon.htm or jstplnfolk@gmail.com.

Weekly International Folk Dancing –

Learn to folk dance to a variety of international music. Skagit-Anacortes Folk Dancers meet Tuesdays (Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27) at Bayview Civic Hall (12615 C St., in Bayview). Instruction begins at 7pm followed by review and request dances. Good exercise, great fun. No partners needed. The first session is free / $3 thereafter. More info: Gary or Ginny at 360766-6866 or www.skagitfolkdancers.org.

English Country Dance Weekly Sessions – We do traditional dances from about 1650-1820, and modern dances in that style. Open to the public; no partner necessary. Meets Thursdays (Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29) from 1:30-3pm at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center (315 Halleck St.). Free admission. More info: 360-474-7588,

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Contra Dance – Join us for contra

dancing at the Fairhaven Library (1117 12th St., Bellingham) from 7-10:30pm on Sat., Oct. 10 & 24. • Halloween Contra Dance: It’s Halloween, so put on your costome for a special Contra Dance on Sat., Oct. 31 from 7-10:30pm! • No partner needed; no experience necessary. First half hour is for beginning dancers. Admission is $8-$10 general / $6 students. Info: dance@januscom.com , 360-676-1554 or www.bellinghamcountrydance.org.

Fall Dance at the Leopold – ‘Tis

Autumn. Time to ease up, slow down, cool off, but keep on dancing! The Swing Connection big band will perform a dance program of well-known hits recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra over the years — tunes that are easy on the ears, soothing to the heart, and delightful for dancing. Vocalist Cheryl Hodge will render a variety of standards. Refreshments will be provided. Free admission, but donations to the tip jar are always welcome. Join us for the dance on Sun., Oct. 25 from 2-4pm at the Leopold Residence Hall (1224 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). Info: 360-7140054 or www.swingconnection.org.

Witch’s Ball at Bellingham Dance Company – Calling all Witches, Wizards,

Ghosts, and Ghouls! Come dance with us at our Annual Witch’s Ball on Fri., Oct. 30 from 8-11pm at Bellingham Dance Company (1705 N. State St.). Dance lesson in swing, delicious ghoulish treats, and a costume contest with prizes are all good reasons to get dressed up and go dancing. The lesson is at 8pm, followed by music played for Swing, Latin and Ballroom dancing. No partner necessary. All levels welcome! Admission is $10 general / $8 students, seniors and military. More info: 360-224-4082, mary@ bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

The Reel Competition: Highland Dance by Deborah M. Bernard The Clan Heather Dancers host their annual Scottish Highland weekend, including a competitive dancing event at Whatcom Community College, on Saturday, October 24 followed by a day of workshops on Sunday, October 25. “One hundred families make their way to Whatcom County for a weekend of competition and workshops from across the Pacific Northwest and Canada. Our school is a leader in organizing competitions, and this is a popular event for those traveling the circuit,” said Clan Heather Director Heather Richendrfer. “The Reel Competition is fun, family entertainment, offering the color and pageantry of Scotland in its wonderful dance form.” Boys and girls as young as four present the Highland Fling and sword dance in the primary class. Beginners, novices, and intermediate dancers follow to complete morning events, featuring traditional Highland and Scottish national dances. Many premierlevel participants, including well-known champions, begin their events at 11am and continue throughout the afternoon. Intricate footwork, beautiful tartan costumes, and live bagpipe music are all part of presentation showcasing the athleticism and grace of Highland dance. The Clan Heather Dancers school is under the direction of Heather Richendrfer. She is a Bellingham native, who trains competitive and recreational dancers. The Clan Heather Dancers School is the longest-established dance school in Whatcom County, celebrating 40 years of classes in 2014. Heather conducts workshops and judges Highland dancing competitions and championships around the world. She is also the organizer of the Highland dance events at the Skagit Valley Highland Games. Her school offers classes in Bellingham, Mount Vernon, and Everett. For more information call 360-715-8682, 877-467-8648 or visit www.clanheather.com or www.facebook.com/clanheather. Saturday’s competitive events begin at 9am and continue until 5pm. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children. Workshops on Sunday feature classes for beginners with no experience, to top-level competitors. Advance registration is required by contacting the Clan Heather Dancers. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet

Celestial Forecast – Please join Christine

Sessler, vedic astrologer, on Thurs., Oct. 1 at 5:30pm at Wise Awakening (314 E. Holly St., Bellingham) for the monthly celestial forecast. Admission is free / love donations appreciated. Next forecast: Nov. 5. Info: christinesessler@comcast.net , 360-510-3028 or www.wiseawakening.com.

NW Singles Club – Northwest Singles Club offers the following free, weekly events for single adults 55+: Monday Walks, Taylor Dock (Fairhaven), 10am. • Saturday Coffee Hour, Bellingham Ferry Terminal (355 Harris Ave.), 10am. • Info: 360-933-4507, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com.

Sons of Norway Potluck and Program –

Bring a dish to share to the Sons of Norway potluck and program on Fri., Oct. 9 at St. John’s Lutheran Church (2530 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). Enter down ramp from E. North St. Potluck will begin at 6pm, program

begins at 7pm. Free admission. More info: 360-715-2186.

Chief Whatcom Chapter DAR Meeting –

Chief Whatcom Chapter DAR will meet on Sat., Oct. 10 from 12:30-2:30pm at Bellingham Elks Lodge (710 Samish Way). Tim Wahl, a local historian, speaks on “Where is the Island of Chachoosen?” Visitors are welcome. Free. Info: 360-933-1491.

Bellingham Laughter Club – Join us on

Sun., Oct. 11 at 4pm at Terra Organica in the Bellingham Public Market for the gift of laughter. Free admission. More info: Mary Lou Richardson at 360-734-4989.

Reading Tutoring at Whatcom Learning Lab (WLL) – WLL is a not-forprofit service which provides children or adults with help learning to read. One-onone tutoring is provided by trained volunteers. We meet twice a week for an hour. There is an adjustable $2 fee per

The Art of Death Conference & Expo, Oct. 2-11 by Deborah M. Bernard Reams have been written about the art of living, but very little about the art of dying. Death feels like a taboo topic, and most of us don’t want to “go there.” But, we, and those we love, will all go there one day. The Art of Death Conference offers practical solutions and mind-expanding concepts, “shifting the way we look at death.” “Together we can give our community the web of resources that is truly needed to create the support and care through the full transition from wellness into death and bereavement,” according to Ashely Benem, creator of Benem’s Art of Death. The conference includes 9 days of classes, workshops, presentations, concerts, a film festival, and more. This year’s theme is The Web We Weave, addressing “how we can get tangled in the sticky threads of end of life issues, [and] how we can utilize the web of support to carry us with ease across the unknown path towards death.” Most of the events are free. No preregistration is necessary for most offerings. Bellingham Public Library will provide a wonderful space for most of the conference in the Historic Fairhaven Library. The Main Event Gala will be held at the Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher Building on Saturday, October 10 at 6pm. The Web We Weave is a dance and spoken word performance. It will include Key Note Speaker Swil Kanim, along with musical guests and a wine reception with exhibitors from the various agencies and businesses supporting end of life choices. Included will be a private viewing of the museum’s installation of Helmi’s World: Symbol, Myth, Fantasy. Tickets to this evening performance and presentation are $10 adults, $8 students or seniors, free children under 10, and are available at the Food Co-op and at the door. Sponsors include The Community Food Co-op, PeaceHealth, Bellingham Public Library, Death Café in Whatcom County, Elder Law with Barry M. Meyers, Whatcom Cremation and Funeral, A Sacred Passing, Honorworks, Waha, and Compassion and Choices. For more info and a complete list of offerings, go to www.artofdeathexpo.com and visit www.facebook.com , The Art of Death Conference 2015.

session based on need. Bellingham site (Northwest Baptist Church) meets Mon./ Wed., Blaine site (Grace Lutheran Church) meets Tues./Thurs. New tutoring sessions begin Mon., Oct. 12. Info: 360-371-3978, www.whatcomlearninglab.org.

Anacortes Senior College Fall Registration – Registration is now

underway for classes Oct.13-Nov.19 at Anacortes Senior College, which meets in classrooms at Anacortes Middle School. The spring lineup includes classes in Spanish, nutrition, communication, history, music, politics and more. A 6-week course costs $30, and a 3-week course costs $20 for people over 50 years old. For more information and course descriptions, visit www.seniorcollege.org. More info: 360-5031255, info@seniorcollege.org or www.seniorcollege.org.

Mini Astrology Sessions – Meet Christine Sessler, professional astrologer, on Sat., Oct. 17 from 11am-4pm at Wise Awakening (314 E. Holly St., Bellingham). Cost is $20. Info: 360-510-3028, christinesessler@comcast.net or www.vedicmoonastrology.com.

“Brew on the Slough” Beer Crawl through La Conner – Join us Sat., Oct. 17, 4-8pm, for our first beer crawl “Brew on the Slough!” The La Conner Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the La Conner Marina / Port of Skagit and La Conner Brewing Company have put together a 10-stop tour along historic First St. in La Conner. Tickets are available on-line (as well as day of event) for $25, which includes 10 pours from a variety of Pacific Northwest breweries. Stay late and enjoy the “Oktoberfest After-Party” at Anelia’s Kitchen and Stage. Info: www.lovelaconner.com.

Candidates Forum – Meet and hear from

political candidates on Mon., Oct. 19 from 1-2:30pm at Bellingham Senior Activity Center (315 Halleck St.). Each candidate will introduce themselves and questions will be asked by the moderator. Audience questions are also welcome. Free admission. More info: 360-733-4030, epierson@wccoa.org or www.wccoa.org.

At the Library — Pie Party: Bring a pie or

tarts to share and an extra pie pan to take home an assortment of baked goodies in trade. Join us for this event on Sat., Oct. 17 from 2-3pm at Island Library (2144 So. Nugent Rd., Lummi Island). • Healthy is Hot!: Eating well can be delicious, but it doesn’t happen by accident—it takes planning. Special guest Sara Southerland of Electric Beet Juice Coompany will discuss how to grocery shop with prowess, stock your pantry like a pro, and prepare a delicious healthy meal in minutes. Hear about the benefits of juicing, smoothies, and a plant-based diet, and cooking without compromising on flavor. Presentation on Mon., Oct. 19 from 6-8pm at the Ferndale Library (2125 Main St.). • Free admission. More info: 360-305-3600 or www.wcls.org.

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