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A rollicking end to summer at Zuanich Point Park in Bellingham OUT & ABOUT, PAGE 9

Time to celebrate Cascade Days PAGE 3

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OUT & ABOUT PAGE 4 Skagit Woodstock features music, classic rides MOVIES PAGES 18-19

“Crazy Rich Asians” is a crazy big deal

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NEW ON DVD THIS WEEK

YOUR ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION GUIDE TO WHAT’S GOING ON IN SKAGIT COUNTY AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS

Inside Out & About..................... 4-9, 12 On Stage....................................10 Tuning Up.................................11 Travel.........................................13 “Deadpool 2”: It’s neither the suit nor the special effects makeup that makes Deadpool come to life. It’s Ryan Reynolds.

All of it starts with a tragedy in Deadpool’s life that sends him on a revenge mission that turns into a self-discovery trek. Deadpool meets Russell (Julian Dennison), a young mutant who has had his fill of the sadistic tactics used on him and other mutants as a way of converting them into “normal” human beings. Deadpool and Russell end up behind bars but aren’t there long, as Cable (Josh Brolin) arrives from the future on a mission to kill the young mutant.

The majority of “Deadpool 2” is a production that hits you in the face with the action and slams your funny bone with juvenile humor.

Reynolds provided a comically dangerous performance in the first “Deadpool,” and in the sequel, to shake up the comic book movie world.

The films show it is possible to make a massively entertaining action movie that fires off one-liners faster than bullets.

“Blindspot: The Complete Third Season”: A new set of tattoos emerges, a bounty is put on

Jane Doe (Jaimie Alexander) and the rest of Kurt Weller’s (Sullivan Stapleton) FBI team is kidnapped in this NBC drama. In other words, just another day at the office for this group.

The series works on multiple levels. If you are a fan of mysteries and puzzles, each episode is sparked by one of the many tattoos on Jane’s body. The fun is not only the mission that comes from these clues, but watching Ashley Johnson’s character decipher them.

It also works as a family drama with Jane and Kurt trying to deal with their own problems while adjusting to life with Jane’s newfound daughter.

“The Walking Dead: The Complete Eighth Season”: Rick (Andrew Lincoln) and the Alexandrians go to war against Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) and his forces. As has been the case from the opening episodes, this is not a TV series just about fighting zombies, but a smartly written examination of the human spirit. It continues to dig deep into the story of survival wherein the battle with other humans is really the greatest threat.

The DVD set also includes

Hot Tickets...............................14 Upcoming DVD releases Following is a partial schedule of DVD releases (dates subject to change):

AUG. 28 n Book Club n Tag n RBG n Upgrade n American Animals n Mary Shelley n Woman Walks Ahead n A Kid Like Jake n Brooklyn Nine-Nine:

Season Five n Chicago Fire: Season Six n Chicago Med: Season Three n Criminal Minds: The Thirteenth Season

behind-the-scenes extras, including three audio commentaries and three featurettes offering an in-depth look at the making of the eighth season. The home entertainment release also includes six extended episodes not seen in the broadcasts.

“Ash vs Evil Dead”: The third and final season features Ash (Bruce Campbell) learning he has a daughter, who he brings along when he fights demons.

“Hillary”: The drama follows the life and story of mountaineer and philanthropist Sir

n LEGO DC Comics Super

Heroes: Aquaman: Rage of Atlantis n Lucifer: The Third and Final Season n NCIS: Los Angeles: The Ninth Season n Once Upon a Time: The Complete Seventh Season n Paterno n S.W.A.T. n Scandal: The Complete Sixth and Seventh Seasons n Star: The Complete First Season n The Flash: Season 4 n The Little Vampire n Western – Tribune News Service

Edmund Hillary.

BEING RELEASED ON DIGITAL HD AUG. 21 “Ocean’s 8”: Debbie Ocean (Sandra Bullock) concocts the greatest heist of her career. Will be available on Blu-ray and DVD Sept. 11.

“Adrift”: A couple must find the strength to survive a catastrophe at sea. Shailene Woodley and Sam Claflin star. Will be on DVD and Blu-ray Sept. 4.

– Rick Bentley, Tribune News Service

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Concrete celebrates Cascade Days

By KIMBERLY CAUVEL @Kimberly_SVH

The town of Concrete is gearing up for its annual celebration of its history, community and summertime in the North Cascades.

Cascade Days promises a family-fun lineup on Saturday and Sunday, including a parade through Concrete’s downtown corridor (actually called “uptown” locally), watermelon eating contest, kids’ activities and the famed firemen’s muster.

Activities will be held along Main Street — from Superior Avenue to Dillard Avenue — and at Veterans Memorial Park, beginning with the parade lineup at Silo Park at 9 a.m. Saturday and ending with prizes awarded at the park at 4 p.m. Sunday.

While the messy Mud Run is not included in the lineup this year, Cascade Days organizer Ember Labounty said she’s excited to offer two new events: an opportunity to dance to live music on Main Street and the chance to show off pets in costume.

The town has held the weekend-long, community-driven event since 1935. The event is one of the town’s biggest, giving locals a reason to celebrate and bringing in tourists to join in the fun.

“I really enjoy watching the parade and all the people walking by with smiles,” she said.

“It is very simple, old fashioned fun entertainment for all ages. And most of it is free.”

And those who come are never disappointed.

“Some people stop in

THE LINEUP SATURDAY n 11 a.m.: Parade n Noon-4 p.m.: Trout pond and kids’ activities n 12:30 p.m.: Firemen’s muster n 2:30 p.m.: Log show n 3 p.m.: Street dance n 4:30 p.m.: Duck race

who have never been to our area before and they see what a unique, beautiful location we are in and some come back for other events during the year,” she said.

SUNDAY n 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Entertainment at Veterans Memorial Park n Noon: Pet costume contest n 1-2 p.m.: Pie and watermelon eating contest n 2:30 p.m.: Jam contest n 3 p.m.: Chain saw carvers auction n 4 p.m.: Button prizes – More info: cascadedays.com

— Reporter Kimberly Cauvel: 360-416-2199, kcauvel@skagitpublishing. com, Twitter: @Kimberly_SVH, Facebook.com/ bykimberlycauvel

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OUT & ABOUT

ART

“THE WILD LIFE:” Smith & Vallee Gallery presents a collection celebrating animals through Aug. 26 at the gallery, 5742 Gilkey Ave. Open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m daily.

JODY BERGSMA: Acryllic mixed-media artist Jody Bergsma is showing her latest paintings featuring floral and birds through Sept. 5 at Scott Milo Gallery, 420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

The gallery is open from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

A MEMBER OF THE FAMILY: Choose one of six artists to immortalize your pet at Fourth Corner Frames, 311 W. Holly St., Bellingham.

Examples of each artist’s work will be displayed during August.

“ALL BIRDS FLY”: The show at WaterWorks Gallery represents a fusion of forms: painted surfaces on the wall and ceramic sculptures on pedestals

by Robin and John Gumaelius and Michael Dickter. The show will run through August.

The gallery is located at 315 Argyle Ave., Friday Harbor, and is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

“AUGUST WARMTH”: Four artists are featured through August at Hadrian Art Gallery, 5717 Gilkey Ave., Bow. ART BY THE BAY: The 26th anniversary of Art By the Bay will take place Saturday and

Skagit Woodstock features music, classic rides

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

MOUNT VERNON — Enjoy the spirit of ‘69 at Skagit Woodstock on Saturday, Aug. 18, at Edgewater Park.

The gates open at 1 p.m. and the first of four bands, Never Cry, hits the stage at 2 p.m. After that High Voltage, Mama Dirty Skirt and Stereo Bones will keep the park rocking until 10 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for adults.

Children ages 12 and under enter for free.

The event also features a car show that includes both modern and classic cars and motorcycles.

Attendees can also enjoy a beer garden, food vendors and craft vendors.

The funds raised from the volunteer-run event benefit the Cancer Patient Assistance Fund.

The Eagle Haven Winery presents its 2018 concert series, with performances at the winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley. Events begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. 360-856-6248 or eaglehavenwinery.com/ events. n Aug. 17: Whiskey Fever. n Aug. 31: CC Adams Band. n Sept. 8: Birdsview Bluegrass. n Sept. 15: Jill Newman Blues Band with Margaret Wilder.

ANACORTES FREE CONCERT SERIES: 6 p.m (unless otherwise noted) Saturdays at Heart of Anacortes, 1014 Fourth St., Anacortes. n Aug. 18: Naughty Blokes. n Aug. 25: The Penny Stinkers (5 p.m. start time). n Sept. 1: Pazific.

CHILDREN’S CONCERT IN MV: Red Barn will play a children’s concert at noon Wednesday, Aug. 29, at Skagit Riverwalk Park in downtown Mount Vernon. Hosted

by Mount Vernon Parks and Enrichment Services.

PICASA PHOTO

Mama Dirty Skirt

Sunday, Aug. 18-19, in Stanwood. To apply: stanwoodcamanoarts. com/art-by-the-bay.

FINE ARTS CRAFT EXHIBITION: Recent work of Stanwood and Camano Island artists working in three dimensions and mixed media formats will be

on display at the “Small Craft Advisory” from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 18-19, at the Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center, 27130 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood.

Free.

ROBIN GREEN AND JEFF GUNN: The i.e.

gallery, 5800 Cains Court, Edison, presents the work of Robin Green and Jeff Gunn during August. The gallery is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Saturday, or by appointment. 360-488-3458 or ieedison.com.

MUSIC

CREEKSIDE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Trio Lumina will play at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, at Creekside Continuing Care Community, 400 Gilkey Road, Burlington. Free for seniors.

EAGLE HAVEN CONCERT SERIES:

MOUNT VERNON RIVERWALK CONCERT SERIES: 6 to 8 p.m.

Thursdays, Riverwalk in downtown Mount Vernon. Free admission. 360-428-8547 or mountvernonchamber. com. n Aug. 16: Soulfunktion. n Aug. 23: Bobby Holland and the Breadline. n Aug. 30: The Sky Colony.

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PEACE ARCH CONCERT SERIES: The annual international concert series at Peace Arch Historical State Park on the U.S.-Canadian border will take place at 2 p.m. Sundays at the park, 1900 A St., Blaine. A Discover Pass is required for parking. n Aug. 19: Lharik Dhakpa and Tsering Dolker. n Aug. 26: Srivani Jade Ensemble.

LA CONNER LIVE:

The La Conner Live 2018 Sunday concert series features local and regional bands from 1 to 4 p.m. at Gilkey Square, Morris Avenue and First Street, downtown La Conner. Free admission. members.lovelaconner.com/events/ details/la-conner-livesunday-concert-series-06-03-2018-4777. n Aug. 19: The Naughty Blokes. n Aug. 26: The Walrus. n Sept. 2: Mary Ellen Lykins and the CC Adams Band.

BELLWETHER SUMMER SOUNDS: The Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham, presents the 2018 Blues, Brews and BBQ series with live music, microbrews on tap and an outdoor

barbecue at 5 p.m. each Thursday during the summer. 360-392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com/ featured/blues-brewsbbq. n Aug. 16: The Atlantics. n Aug. 23: Chris Eger Band. n Aug. 30: Baby Cakes. n Sept. 6: Miller Campbell. n Sept. 13: SpaceBand.

Warbird Weekend in Burlington

LECTURES & TALKS

HOME OWNERSHIP: Learn the steps to home ownership at the Washington State Housing Finance Commission Workshop from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at the Burlington Library, 820 E. Washington Ave., Burlington. Free.

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

BURLINGTON — Fly back in time to the early days of aviation at Warbird Weekend.

The weekend will kick off at 5 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 17, with a tribute to women of flight and continue with dinner

and dancing at the Heritage Flight Museum, 15053 Crosswind Drive.

Tickets are $55 and includes admission to the Saturday Fly Day. Saturday Fly Day starts at 10 a.m. and attendees get to see the great planes of the past take to the skies.

More information: heritageflight. org.

HERO CRAFT FAIR 3rd Annual Hero Craft Fair Fri. Nov. 9, 2018 - 9 am - 6 pm Sat. Nov. 10, 2018 - 9 am - 3 pm Mount Vernon Church of the Nazarene 2710 E. Fir Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 • www.mountvernonnaz.org

Email completed form to: office@mountvernonnaz.org Coordinator: T/Sgt Robert Longdon 360-399-3069 (leave message)

Rental Fee: $55 Includes: 7’ X 10’ space, 1 table & 2 chairs Includes: Free coffee, water & donuts

VENDOR REGISTRATION FORM Name Business Name Address City Phone Special Requests

State Email Address

Zip

Number of rentals spaces requested Types of items to be sold: Home Décor Clothing Accessories Paper Goods Photo/Print

Food Other

Product Description Price range of items to be sold *American made items only. **Not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Non-profit event All net profits go to organizations:

Mt. Vernon Police Dept., Mt. Vernon Fire Dept. & our Veterans

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DEAKIN HICKS ALBUM RELEASE CONCERT: Local musicians will present original music written by Lucas Hicks to celebrate the release of Deakin Hicks’ third album at 7 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 19, at the Sylvia Center, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. $15.

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OUT & ABOUT AUDUBON AT THE MUSEUM: Join experts from the North Cascades Audubon Society in the John M. Edson Hall of Birds from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, at the Whatcom Museum at Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham.

THE SECOND UPPER ROOM: A biblical-based presentation

by Mike Riddle “exposing the march of secular humanism through the public education system,” according to a news release, will take place at 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, at Summit Park Bible Church, 12700 Thompson Road, Anacortes. Free.

LIVING WITH BEAVERS: Lake Stevens residents with beaver issues are invited to a free class from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, at the Lake Stevens Senior Center, 2302 Sopher Hill Road, Lake Stevens.

TALKING GODOT: iDiOM Theater founder and Sylvia Center artistic director Glenn Hergenhahn-Zhao will speak about Samuel Beckett’s “Waiting for Godot” at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 30, at the Sylvia Center, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. $5.

THEATER

ISLAND SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL: Shows are at 6 p.m.

Wednesday through Sunday, through Sept. 2, in Langley. The lineup features “Sense and Sensibility,” “Othello” and “Twelfth Night.” islandshakespearefest. org.

MORE FUN

SUMMER’S END: The third Summer’s End Music and Arts Gathering will take place from noon to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17, at Zuanich Point Park, 2600 N. Harbor Loop Drive, Bellingham.

The festival will bring together over 65 local artists, vendors, food trucks and creatives.

Presale tickets are $20 and payment plans are available. summersendfest.com.

FAIRHAVEN OUTDOOR CINEMA: Fairhaven’s Village Green, 1207 10th St, Bellingham. $5, free for kids under age 5. fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com or 360-733-2682. n Aug. 18: “Black Panther” with touring musician Brian Ernst. n Aug. 25: “The Princess Bride” with special guests.

HISTORY SUNSET CRUISES: Climb aboard San Juan Cruises’ Victoria Star for a two-hour cruise departing at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and learn from historians Brian Griffin and Doug Starcher.

Cruises are Aug. 21 and 28 and depart from the Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 355 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $35.

LGBTQ COFFEE TALK: Black Drop Coffeehouse hosts an LGBTQIA social hour for the community from 9 to 10:30 a.m. every Saturday at 300 W. Champion St., Bellingham.

STARLIGHT CINEMA: Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation will present a series

Stanwood hosts Art by the Bay

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

STANWOOD — Stanwood-Camano Arts will host the 26th annual Art by the Bay from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 18-19, in downtown Stanwood, between 271st Street NW and 88th Avenue NW. The show attracts both local and international artists. More than 40 artists will display art in a variety of mediums including paintings, jewelry, sculpture and more.

The show is juried and some individual pieces will be available for purchase. Attendance is free.

More information: disoverabbfest.com. of movies on a jumbo screen in Kiwanis Park, 500 S. 18th St., Mount Vernon. Movies begin at dusk on select Fridays. Free. n Aug. 17: “Coco.” n Aug. 24: “Cars 3.”

UNIFLITE RENDEZVOUS: A group of Uniflite boat owners will get together at Cap Sante Marina, Port of Anacortes, 1019 Q Ave., beginning at 1 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 17, until 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19.

WARBIRD WEEKEND: Celebrate aviation on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 17-18, at the Heritage Flight Museum, 15053 Crosswind Drive, Burlington. Enjoy a barbecue dinner and music Friday from 5 to 10 p.m. for $55 and receive free

TOUR: 1 or 3 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 19, at the brewery and farm in Blaine. Reservations atwoodales.com.

FERNDALE STREET FESTIVAL: 6 to 11 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, Aug. 25, Second Avenue. Vendors, beer, wine, live music and family fun.

YACHT CLUB ANNIVERSARY: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Camano Island Yacht Club at 3 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 25, at the club, 129 N Sunset Drive, with live music and a gourmet dinner. $30. Tickets: call Teri at 206-713-9005 or Mike at 425-530-5943.

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“Watercolor of Course” by Val Paul Taylor

admission to Fly Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. heritageflight. org.

COMMERCIAL STREET NIGHT MARKET: Explore artisan vendors and enjoy entertainment from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17, on the 1300 block of Commercial Street in Bellingham.

BIRCHWOOD BLOCK PARTY AND TRUNK SALE: Enjoy free hot dogs, ice cream, lemonade, music and more from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at Faith Lutheran Church, 2750 McLeod Road, Bellingham.

SUMMER GARDEN PARTY: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug.

18, Skagit Valley Food Co-op, 202 S. First St., Mount Vernon. The family-friendly event will feature local farmers and producers. Free.

TAYLOR DRIVING SCHOOLS JOB FAIR & BBQ: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 18, Taylor Driving Schools, 650 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. taylordrivingschools.com CORVETTES UNLIMITED SHOW & SHINE: All cars are welcome at the car show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 19, at BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. Free for spectators, $15 for car owners.

ATWOOD ALES FARM BREWERY

COMMUNITY TRUNK SALE: Register to sell your items ($20$25) at the Community Trunk Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, at the Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island.

PSYCHIC ABILITIES DEMONSTRATION: 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, CDM Spiritual Center, 2402 Summit Ave., Everett. Free.

SUMMER DANCE PARTY: 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, Heart of Anacortes, 1014 Fourth St., Anacortes. Dancing, silent auction, raffle and more. Proceeds benefit the Rick Epting Foundation for the Arts.

STATE PARK FREE DAY: Enjoy a day in a state park without needing to purchase a day-use Discover Pass on Sunday, Aug. 25, in celebration of the National Park System’s 102nd birthday.

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OUT & ABOUT CAMANO YACHT CLUB 50TH ANNIVERSARY: 3 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 25, Club House, 129 N Sunset Drive, Camano Island.

Barbecue and music. $30 advanced tickets. camanoislandyachtclub. net.

TASTE OF THE SEASON: Learn what fruits and vegetables are in this season at 2 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 26, at the Anacortes Food Co-op, 2308A Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Free for members, $5 for nonmembers. anacortesfoodcoop.com.

BACON & KEGS: Support children with special needs at this bacon- and beer-themed summertime celebration from 11:30 a.m.

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to 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, at the Depot Market Square, 1100 Railroad Ave. Bellingham. All ages in the afternoon, 21-plus in the evening. $5-$40. wcel.net.

BREWERS CRUISE: Hop aboard the Victoria Star and taste a variety of local brews every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in August and September.

Must be 21 or over. $39.

To register: whales. com, 1-800-443-4552 or 360-738-8099. Cruises depart from the Alaska Ferry Terminal, 355 Harris Ave., No. 104, Bellingham.

SIN & GIN WALKING TOURS: Learn about the history of Bellingham at these guided walking tours at 7 p.m. on weekends. Fairhaven tours are Friday nights, downtown tours are Saturday nights. $15. goodtimegirlstours. com.

FIREFIGHTER STORY TIME: Children of all ages are invited to join the Burlington Fire Department from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, in Maiben Park, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. Free.

LOOKING AHEAD

QUILTING FOXES GRAND OPENING: Join this new quilt shop that offers weekday, weekend and evening classes as well as sewing spaces for its grand opening from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 5, at 822 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley.

FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK: Walk the streets of downtown Anacortes

from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 7, and see a variety of local art at participating locations.

CAMANO ISLAND ROAMING ARTISTS: Paintings by over 25 artists will be available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 1-2, at the Island County Multipurpose Building, 141 E. Camano Drive, Camano Island.

Kickin’ it up in Stanwood with Megs McLean

“I AM FROM”: Scott Milo Gallery will present the work of Ladies of the Island, a group of 10 female artists from Camano Island, in the exhibition “I Am From” from Sept. 7 through Oct. 2. There will be an artists’ reception from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 7, at the gallery, 420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

SCHACK-TOBERFEST: Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett., will host a glass pumpkin festival from Thursday, Sept.

13, through Sunday, Sept. 23. Purchase a glass pumpkin or make your own at the center. schack.org.

FINE ART STUDIO TOUR: Visit studios on Camano Island via Island Transit bus on Friday, Sept. 28.

Free. RSVP: travel@ islandtransit.org or 360678-9536.

HOVANDER HOMESTEAD BLUGRASS FEST: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 1-2, Hovander Homestead Park, Ferndale. $25-$50. hhbgf. org.

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

STANWOOD — Get on your cowboy boots and get ready to stomp Saturday night.

Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, will host Saturday Stomp. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Megs McLean and her band will play a mixture of classic country covers and originals to keep the night rocking.

Line dancing lessons start at 8 p.m. and the bands goes on at 9 p.m. $8 admission covers both.

More information: locobillys.com.

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OUT & ABOUT

A rollicking end to summer

ORIGINATORS MEDIA

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

BELLINGHAM — Celebrate the slow departure of summer at Summer’s End Music and Arts Gathering on Saturday, Aug. 18, at Zuanich Point Park, 2600 N. Harbor Loop Drive.

The festival, which will take place from noon to 10 p.m., will feature over 65 artists, vendors, musicians, food trucks and more.

Tickets are $25 and available at summersendfest.com.

WHATCOM JAZZ MUSIC CENTER: 5 p.m.

Wednesdays, Sylvia Center for the Arts, 207 Prospect St., Bellingham. $5-$20. wjmac.org. n Sept. 5: Kevin Woods Quartet. n Sept. 12: Mike Allen Quartet. n Sept. 19: Arete Quartet with Will Bernard.

COMEDY FOR A CAUSE: The Panic Squad will perform family-friendly improv comedy from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 7, at Skagit Center, 1000 Fountain St. Burlington. $5-$20 at the door, proceeds benefit Christ the King Skagit’s mission trip. ”THE UNDERSTUDY”: The comedy

by Theresa Rebeck will be presented at the Sylvia Center, 205 Prospect St.,

Bellingham, Thursday through Sunday, Sept.

6-8 and 13-15, presented

by American Theater Northwest. $15-$20. sylviacenterforthearts.org.

WILLY WONKA IN SMELL-O-VISION: Enjoy a special screening of the 1971 movie “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16, at the Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. Movie tickets are $8-$10 with an option to purchase a Forte Smell-O-Vision bag for $5 featuring goodies seen in the movie.

“AN AMERICAN IN PARIS — THE MUSICAL”: View a live broadcast of the award-winning Broadway musical at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20, at the Lincoln

The Magic of Elliott Hunter

Boxes and Bears Watermark Bookstore brownpapertickets.com/event/3505942 (also available at the door)

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With special thanks to our sponsors: Skagit Publishing; Clamdigger; Anacortes Henery Hardware (Sebos); Edward Jones/Isaac Williams; Playhouse Dental/Dr. Sarah Hill; Thrivent; Jilian G. Salon, Inc. Frontier Building Supply; Island Optometry/Dr. Farnsworth; Fidalgo Animal Medical Center; Madrona Dental Care/Dr. Gray; Scott Milo Gallery

BUILDING A RELATIONSHIP WITH HEALING: Discuss the apple and blackberry and how they not only make great pies but also are valuable medicines from ages past at “Building relationship with healing – getting to know your local herbs with Natasha Clarke,” at

THE LIFE OF FRED PILKINGTON: Learn about the life of the World War II prisoner of war and Camano Island artist at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, at the Camano Island School House, Camano Island. Free.

FAMILY TO FAMILY: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Skagit County will offer a free class for family members and loved ones of an adult living with a mental illness at 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 17, at First United Methodist Church, 1607 E. Division St., Mount Vernon. Preregistration required: 360-420-7422.

A Poker Hike-a-Thon!

Anacortes First Baptist Church Tickets available at:

GOOGLE TOOLS FOR FAMILY RESEARCH: George Ridgeway will present a talk on effective family history research from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, as part of the Skagit Valley Genealogical Society’s monthly meeting at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave., Burlington. Free.

6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept.

13, at the Skagit Valley Food Co-op, 202 S. First St., Mount Vernon.

WILDERNESS TO WELLNESS

All ticket proceeds benefit Wednesday, August 22, 2018 uncompensated care, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. shows Great Room, 2717 “J” Avenue

Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $14$18. lincolntheatre.org.

Hike. Help. Heal.

SATURDAY

AUGUST 18, 2018 Come hike with us, in the Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest, while raising money to support mental health!

Tickets: $5 - 12 and under $10 - Adult Children of all ages welcome

HIKERS WANTED!

Doors Open at 1:15 p.m. and 6:15 p.m.

REGISTER FOR FREE! STEP 1. Visit us online to register STEP 2. Raise $150 in pledges STEP 3. Hike STEP 4. Win amazing prizes

Presented by Dr. Samuel G. Brooks Guild, Anacortes www.drsamuelgbrooksguild.org 1796461

A one day hike dedicated to raising funds for The Linehan Institute; working to give people living with mental illness.

“A Life Worth Living”

WildernessToWellness.org

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ON STAGE in the Skagit Valley and surrounding area August 16-23 Thursday.16 THEATER ”Titus Andronicus”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org. ”Othello”: 6 p.m., Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley. 360-331-2939 or info@islandshakespearefest.org. ”Hound of the Baskervilles”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com. ”Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood”: 7:30 p.m., Open Air Summer Rep in Maritime Heritage Park, 500 W. Holly St., Bellingham.

Free. sylviacenterforthearts.org.

COMEDY The GBU: 8 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $8.

360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

Friday.17 THEATER ”Sense and Sensibility”: 6 p.m., Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley. 360-331-2939 or info@islandshakespearefest.org. ”King Lear”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org. ”Hound of the Baskervilles”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com. ”Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood”: 7:30 p.m., Open Air Summer Rep in Maritime Heritage Park, 500 W. Holly St., Bellingham.

Free. sylviacenterforthearts.org. ”Hotbox”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. $12. 360-305-3524 or sylviacenterforthearts.org.

MUSIC Rodney Atkins: 8 p.m., Pacific Showroom, The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-275-2448 or theskagit.com.

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Thursday-Saturday.16-18 ”HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES” 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

Saturday.18 THEATER ”Titus Andronicus”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org. ”Twelfth Night”: 6 p.m., Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley. 360-331-2939 or info@ islandshakespearefest.org. ”Hound of the Baskervilles”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com. ”Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood”: 7:30 p.m., Open Air Summer Rep in Maritime Heritage Park, 500 W. Holly St., Bellingham.

Free. sylviacenterforthearts.org.

”Hotbox”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. $12. 360-305-3524 or sylviacenterforthearts.org.

MUSIC Rodney Atkins: 8 p.m., Pacific Showroom, The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-275-2448 or theskagit.com.

Sunday.19 THEATER ”Othello”: 1 p.m., Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley. 360-331-2939 or info@islandshakespearefest.org. ”Sense and Sensibility”: 6 p.m., Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley. 360-3312939 or info@islandshakespearefest. org.

Wednesday.22 THEATER ”Othello”: 6 p.m., Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley. 360-331-2939 or info@islandshakespearefest.org.

Thursday.23 THEATER ”Sense and Sensibility”: 6 p.m., Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley. 360-331-2939 or info@islandshakespearefest.org. ”The Rover”: 7:30 p.m. Open Air Summer Rep in Maritime Heritage Park, 500 W. Holly St., Bellingham.

Free. sylviacenterforthearts.org.

COMEDY The GBU: 8 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $8.

360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

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TUNING UP Playing at area venues August 16-23 Thursday.16

Tuesday.21

The Atlantics: 5 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-3923100 or hotelbellwether. com/featured/bluesbrews-bbq.

Wednesday.22

Christopher Burke LeCompte: 8:30 p.m., Honey Moon, 1053 N. State St. Alley, Bellingham. 360-734-0728 or honeymoonmeads.com.

Soulfunktion: 6 p.m., Riverwalk, Mount Vernon. Free admission. 360-428-8547 or mountvernonchamber.com.

Mean Ether, Sam and the Savages, Los Bongquistadors: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham. $6. 360-770-1067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

The Done Goners: 5:30 p.m., Marysville Opera House, 1225 Third St., Marysville. $5. 360-363-8400. marysvillewa.gov.

Anissa: 6 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. 360354-3600 or jansenartcenter.org.

William Pint & Felicia Dale: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $7. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Friday.17

Lee Howard: 6:30 p.m., Mount Vernon Elks Lodge, 2120 Market St., Mount Vernon. Members and signed-in guests only.

360-848-8882.

Whiskey Fever: 7 p.m., Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley. 360-856-6248 or eaglehavenwinery.com/ events.

Nick Anthony: 7 to 9 p.m., Evelyn’s Tavern, 12667 Highway 9, Clear Lake. 360-399-1321.

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Friday-Saturday.17-18 RODNEY ATKINS 8 p.m., Pacific Showroom, The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-275-2448 or theskagit.com.

Ayron Jones and The Way: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. $10.

360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

The Lemon Creek Band: 8:30 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360-422-6411.

Randy Norris & Jeff Nicely: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $7. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Tutwiler Station, Sojourn Soul & Two Sons: 7 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $10.

360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Rodney Atkins: 8 p.m., Pacific Showroom, The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-2752448 or theskagit.com.

Friday.17 WHISKEY FEVER 7 p.m., Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley.

360-856-6248 or eaglehavenwinery.com/events.

Flannel, Josiah and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboats: 8 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham. $8-$10. 360-7701067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

Clinton Fearon & The Boogie Brown Band: 6:30 p.m., Guemes Country Store, 7885 Guemes Island Road, Anacortes. $10$15. 360-293-4548 or guemesislandgeneralstore.com.

Quickdraw String Band: 8:30 p.m., Honey Moon, 1053 N. State St. Alley, Bellingham.

360-734-0728 or honeymoonmeads.com.

Joe Stanton: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. aneliaskitchenandstage. com.

Saturday.18

The Lemon Creek Band: 8:30 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360-422-6411.

Fantasy Band: 3 p.m., The Beach at Birch Bay, 7876 Birch Bay Drive, Blaine. 360922-0816.

Megs McLean: 9 p.m., Loco Billy’s, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. 425-7375144, 360-629-6500 or locobillys.com.

CC Adams Band: 7:30 p.m., H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. anacortesh2o. com or 360-755-3956.

Backyard Bison: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $10.

360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Rodney Atkins: 8 p.m., Pacific Showroom, The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-2752448 or theskagit.com.

Six Organs of Admittance: 8 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham. $10$12. 360-770-1067 or shakedownbellingham. com.

Flaccid Bag: 8:30 p.m., Honey Moon, 1053 N. State St. Alley, Bellingham. 360-7340728 or honeymoonmeads.com.

Cascadia Groove: 8:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360-766-6266 or theoldedison.com.

Scratch Daddy: Anacortes Eagles, 7 p.m., 901 Seventh St., Anacortes.

Sunday.19

Bow Didddlers: 5:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360-766-6266 or theoldedison.com.

Monday.20

Dandelion and Friends: 7 p.m., Honey Moon, 1053 N. State St. Alley, Bellingham.

360-734-0728 or honeymoonmeads.com.

Fidalgo Swing: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Free. 360588-1720 or anacortesrockfish.com.

Emily Bailey and Bethany Hilt: Noon, Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. 360354-3600 or jansenartcenter.org.

Thursday.23

Bobby Holland and the Breadline: 6 p.m., Riverwalk, Mount Vernon. Free admission. 360-428-8547 or mountvernonchamber. com.

Chris Eger Band: 5 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-3923100 or hotelbellwether. com/featured/bluesbrews-bbq.

The Jellyman’s Daughter: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $7. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Red Elvises: 8 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham. $15-$18. 360-770-1067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

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OUT & ABOUT EXPLORING EQUITY AND CULTURAL HUMILITY: This workshop encourages participants to honor diversity, promote cultural self-awareness, examine institutional racism and more, from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27, at the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center, 13 Prospect St., Bellingham. $50. whatcomdrc. org.

“THE RIVER”: Sandra Noel will read from her book of poems at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept.

30, at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham.

HOOTENANNY BENEFIT: 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 2, Boundary Bay Brewery, 1107 Railroad Ave., Bellingham. Enjoy square dancing, music, an eat-local presentation and more. $5-$20 donation at the door.

WASHINGTON STATE FAIR: Aug. 21-Sept. 3, Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 Ninth Ave. SW, Puyallup. thefair.com.

WHATCOM FARM TOUR WEEKEND: Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 8-9. Learn about sustainable farming with a free self-guided tour or pay $10 for a VIP Badge to support the Sustainable Connections Food & Farming Program. eatlocalfirst.org.

Saturday, Sept 8 n Brunch: 8 to 10 a.m. Locally sourced ingredients make up this Benedict and pancake breakfast at Cosmos Bistro, 1151 N. State St., Bellingham. $20. n Pint Pairing: 6 to 10 p.m.

Locally sourced beer and food pairings are served at this five-part family style dinner at Boundary Bay Brewery Mountain Room, 1107 Railroad Ave., Bellingham. $40.

Sunday, Sept. 9 n Wine, Cheese and Chocolate: 2 to 6 p.m. Enjoy wine paired with local cheeses and artisan chocolate at Samson Estates Winery, 1861 Van Dyk Road., Everson. $12.

FLOATING LANTERN PET MEMORIAL: Join a personal and collective moment of reflection in honor of pets loved and lost from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 9, at Bloedel Donovan Park, 2114 Electric Ave., Bellingham. Free to attend, $15 to purchase, decorate and float a lantern.

Fine Arts and Crafts in Stanwood

FIDALGO BAY DAY: 11 a.m.

Saturday, Sept. 15, Fidalgo Bay RV Resort, 4701 Fidalgo Bay Road, Anacortes. The free event is designed to increase public awareness and foster environmental stewardship.

Interactive displays, games, kid-friendly crafts, Samish canoe rides, free seafood samples and more.

FRIENDSHIP WALK: The 11th annual Friendship Walk and 5K Run will take place at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, at Legion Memorial Park, 114 N Olympic Ave., Arlington.

Register at runsignup.com/ Race/WA/Arlington/Friendship5KRunWalk ($20-25).

MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL: View short films occurring simultaneously in 250 cities around the world at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28-29, at the Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $8-$11.

MOUNT VERNON CEMETERY TOUR: Enjoy an historic tour from noon to 4 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 30, at the Mount Vernon Cemetery, 1200 E. Fir St., Mount Vernon. Actors will share the stories of some of the unique people for whom this is their final resting place. $10-$12.

FAMILY PROMISE BED RACE: The second annual bed race will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, at the Civic Field parking lot, 1255 Civic Field Way, Bellingham.

The race benefits InterFaith Coalition’s outreach to assist children and families experiencing homelessness.

JACK ARCHIBALD

Banjo and Maple Guitar by Jack Archibald

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

STANWOOD — Homemade banjos. Cigar box guitars. Beadwork. Pottery. Quilts.

See those and more on Saturday and Sunday,

Aug. 18-19, at the Fine Arts and Crafts Show.

The event will feature over a dozen artists from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days at the Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center, 27130 102nd St. NW.

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TRAVEL

FA M I LY T R AV E L FI V E

Local travel briefs

From indoor kid-friendly themes to active, outdoor pursuits

By LYNN O’ROURKE HAYES FamilyTravel.com

It’s always a good time to plan a family vacation.

Here are five ideas to consider: 1. Family by JW Marriott: Tap into the family-friendly experiences recently launched within the 83 JW Marriott hotels around the world.

Crafted for children ages 5 to 12, Family by JW centers around three, kid-friendly themes — creativity, activeness and culture. These pillars infuse original programming created in partnership with cultural icons such as the Guggenheim Museum and The Joffrey Ballet as well as resources within each local community.

Expect interactive cooking classes led by culinary experts during which junior foodies will help prepare and sample nutritious cuisine reflecting the culture of the destination. In New York and beyond, the JW Marriott has teamed with the Guggenheim to engage young guests with activity guides and experiences that explore art, architecture and culture. The Joffrey Ballet collaborated on suggested in-room exercises and stretches to help families wake up in the morning and wind down each evening during their stay. A new in-room dining menu features healthy, family-style dining options to share at mealtime. jwmarriott.com/family 2. The Watergate, Washington, D.C.: Visit our country’s

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Gros Morne National Park in Newfoundland

capital city with your favorite American Girl fan for an experience she’ll never forget. Check in to the hotel’s specially designed suite, sink into the plush velvet pink sofa and scan the room for American Girl’s best-selling books, fan-favorite products, such as the American Girl Grand Hotel, as well as the American Girl doll bed, and doll-sized bathrobes and slippers.

Get ready for afternoon tea for kids and their dolls, mommy and me manicures and pedicures, and an American Girl movie and popcorn night. The Watergate Hotel offers young shoppers easy access to the American Girl store at Tysons Corner Center where young fans can shop for the latest dolls and accessories, dine at the American Girl Bistro and spiff up their doll’s locks at the popular Doll Hair Salon. thewatergatehotel.com 3. Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage

Park for outdoor adventure.

Located on the west coast of Newfoundland in Canada, hikers will find trails winding through fjords carved by glaciers, towering cliffs, waterfalls, and dense forests of rare plants, animals and bird species.

Choose your level of difficulty and discover geological wonders and amazing views. The region is reported to have one of the highest concentrations of moose on the planet, so be on the lookout. The park is also home to a long stretch of the history-rich Viking Trail, the route to L’Anse aux Meadows, the only proven Viking settlement. newfoundlandlabrador. com 4. Steamboat Springs, Colo.: In the late 1880s fur trappers passing through this Colorado enclave heard an odd noise resembling a steamboat. They were pleasantly surprised to find more than 150 geothermal, steamy, bubbling springs

that today soothe tired muscles apres ski or after a long days’ hike. Choose from a long list of active, outdoor pursuits that includes rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding and fly fishing or tubing on the Yampa River. At days end check out the impressive barrel racing and saddle bronc riding at the rodeo, a favorite of locals and visitors alike. steamboathotsprings. com; steamboatflyfisher. com; steamboatchamber.org 5. Panama City Beach, Fla.: Here the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrew Bay converge before spilling onto 27 miles of sugary white sand beaches. Boasting 320 days of sunshine, championship golf, spas and a diverse menu of recreational opportunities, it’s a sun-drenched community fit for families.

Stay at the full-service Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort and swim in a lagoon pool, play tennis, access kids’ programming through the Adventure Zone, ride a jet ski and stretch out with yoga on the beach. Comfortable suites offer fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities. Check out the scene before you go on the Panama City beach webcam. visitpanamacitybeach. com; resortcollection.com – Lynn O’Rourke Hayes (LOHayes.com) is an author, family travel expert and enthusiastic explorer.

Gather more travel intel on Twitter @lohayes, Facebook, or via FamilyTravel. com

FOR THE BIRDS: Skagit Guided Adventures offers a variety of birding tours daily around Skagit Valley and surrounding areas. Reservations required: 360-4747479 or skagitguidedadventures.com.

SHORT TRIPS: Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation offers travel opportunities for ages 8 and older (adult supervision required for ages 17 and younger). Trips depart from and return to Hillcrest Park, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon. For information or to register, call 360-336-6215.

RECREATION WITHOUT BORDERS: The organization offers recreational trips, tours and adventures throughout the Northwest and British Columbia. 360766-7109 or recreationwithoutborders.com.

OAK HARBOR DAY TRIPS: The Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St., offers fun day trips for members. For details, call the travel desk at 360-279-4587.

STATE VISITOR CALL CENTER: The Washington Tourism Alliance’s ExperienceWA Call Center is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. 1-800-544-1800 or tourisminfo@watourismalliance.com. Staff members assist travelers who have questions, refer them to specific destination marketing organizations and other travel resources across the state for more detailed information, and take orders for the Washington State Visitors Guide.

PASSPORT APPLICATIONS: Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes, accepts new passport applications and applications for passports that have been expired for more than five years by appointment from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Passport forms and information on fees and how to apply are available at travel.state.gov, or pick up an application and passport guide at the library.

Burlington Municipal Court accepts passport applications from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 311 Cedar St., Suite A, Burlington. New and renewal forms are available. 360-755-0492.

Post offices in Mount Vernon, Sedro-Woolley and Oak Harbor accept passport applications by appointment. Contact individual offices for available days and times.

Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St., Oak Harbor, accepts passport applications Monday through Friday. Appointments are recommended.

360-279-4580.

WHATCOM SENIOR TOURS: Whatcom Senior Tours hosts a series of trips for seniors. Sign up by calling 360-733-4030, ext. 1015 or visiting the tour office at 315 Halleck St., Bellingham.

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Behind the scenes at Atwood Ales

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

BLAINE — Atwood Ales opens its location once a month for free tours of both the farm and brewery.

The tours last approx-

imately two hours, with two times to choose from: 1 and 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18.

Tour groups are limited to 30 visitors, who are asked to reserve a spot at atwoodales.com. The

address of the brewery and farm will be emailed after participants reserve a spot.

Participants can indulge themselves with free tastes of the product and purchase bottles to take home.

Aug. 24, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425488-1133 or ste-michelle. com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

SMASHING PUMPKINS: Aug. 24, KeyArena, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

SLAYER, LAMB OF GOD, ANTHRAX, TESTAMENT: Aug. 24, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or kiswpaininthegrass.com.

ALICE IN CHAINS, THE CULT, STONE TEMPLE PILOTS, BUSH: Aug. 25, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or kiswpaininthegrass.com.

STEVE MILLER BAND, PETER FRAMPTON: Aug. 25-26, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425488-1133 or ste-michelle. com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

DAVINA AND THE VAGABONDS: Aug. 28-29, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

JANE MONHEIT: Aug. 30-Sept. 2, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-4419729 or jazzalley.com.

ZAC BROWN BAND: Aug. 31, Safeco Field, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

DAVE MATTHEWS BAND: Aug. 31-Sept. 2, Gorge Amphitheatre,

George. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

FOO FIGHTERS: Sept. 1, Safeco Field, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation. com.

ROD STEWART: Sept. 1, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

LARRY FULLER: Sept.

4-5, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

GAME OF THRONES LIVE CONCERT EXPERIENCE: Sept. 6, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

RODRIGO Y GABRIELA: Sept. 7, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425488-1133 or ste-michelle. com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

EVANESCENCE, LINDSAY STERLING: Sept. 7, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

DWIGHT YOAKAM, JOE NICHOLS: Sept. 8, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip.

360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

THE MAVERICKS, LOS LOBOS: Sept. 8, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

LAKE STREET DIVE: Sept. 13, Chateau Ste.

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HOT TICKETS CLINT BLACK, SARA EVANS: Aug. 16, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

MACEO PARKER: Aug. 16-19, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

KID ROCK: Aug. 18, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com ALICE COOPER: Aug. 19, Angel of The Winds Arena, Everett.

866.332.8499 or angelofthewindsarena.com.

LADY ANTEBELLUM, DARIUS RUCKER, RUSSELL DICKERSON: Aug. 19, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

OTIS TAYLOR BAND: Aug. 21-22, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

STYX: Aug. 23, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

SLAYER, LAMB OF GOD, ANTHRAX, TESTAMENT: Aug. 23, Sunlight Supply Amphitheatre, Ridgefield. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

KEIKO MATSUI: Aug. 23-26, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

BEN HARPER AND CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE:

Michelle, Woodinville. 425488-1133 or ste-michelle. com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW: Sept.

14, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-4881133 or ste-michelle.com/ visit-us/summer-concerts/ list.

TOBY KEITH, NED LEDOUX: Sept. 15, Washington State Fair, Puyallup.

888-559-3247 or thefair. com.

AVETT BROTHERS, THE HEAD & THE HEART: Sept. 15, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

LYLE LOVETT AND HIS LARGE BAND: Sept.

15, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-4881133 or ste-michelle.com/ visit-us/summer-concerts/ list.

JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS, CHEAP TRICK: Sept. 19, Washington State Fair, Puyallup.

888-559-3247 or thefair. com.

BRETT ELDREDGE, RUNAWAY JUNE, DEVIN DAWSON: Sept. 20, Washington State Fair, Puyallup.

888-559-3247 or thefair. com.

ROMEO SANTOS: Sept.

20-21, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

GABRIEL IGLESIAS: Sept. 22, Washington State Fair, Puyallup. 888-5593247 or thefair.com/fun/ details/gabriel-fluffy-iglesias.

JOURNEY, DEF LEPPARD: Sept. 29, Gorge Amphitheatre, George.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

CHILDISH GAMBINO: Sept. 29, KeyArena, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

WAR: Oct. 12, Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom, Tulalip. 360-7166000 or ticketmaster.com.

5 SECONDS OF SUMMER: Oct. 5, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-7453000 or ticketmaster.com.

SHINEDOWN, GODSMACK, ASKING ALEXANDRIA: Oct. 10, Angel of The Winds Arena, Everett.

866.332.8499 or angelofthewindsarena.com.

LUKE BRYAN: Oct. 12, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

TROYE SIVAN: Nov. 7, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

NICKI MINAJ AND FUTURE: Nov. 10, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

KIP MOORE: Nov. 10, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or

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LAMB OF GOD Aug. 23, Sunlight Supply Amphitheatre, Ridgefield.

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GOO GOO DOLLS: Nov. 13, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE: Nov. 12-13, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

TWENTY ONE PILOTS: November 16, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

RON WHITE: Nov. 17, Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom, Tulalip. 360-7166000 or ticketmaster.com.

ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS: Dec. 3, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

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Jazz superstar, boxing champ added to Italian American mural ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — A jazz superstar and a boxing champion have been added to a mural in upstate New York.

Grammy Award winner Chuck Mangione and ex-welterweight and middleweight world champion Carmen Basilio were added to Rochester’s Little Italy Wall Mural on Sunday. The two city

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In the hip Brooklyn neighborhood of Red Hook, single dad and record store owner Frank is preparing to send his hard-working daughter Sam off to college while being forced to close his vintage shop.

Hoping to stay connected through their shared musical passions, Frank urges Sam to turn their weekly jam sessions

into a father-daughter live act. After their first song becomes an internet breakout, the two embark on a journey of love, growing up and musical discovery.

Cast includes Nick Offerman, Kiersey Clemons and Ted Danson.

Rated PG-13. $10.50 general; $9.50 seniors, students and active military; $8 ages 12 and under. Sunday bargain prices: $9 general; $7.50 ages 12 and under.

— The Lincoln Theatre is located at 712 S. First St., downtown Mount Vernon. lincolntheatre.org or 360-336-8955.

Hotbox theater in Bellingham

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

BELLINGHAM — A new play written in only one week debuts this weekend.

The play, written by Sean Murphy, comes following a weekend of shows at the Sylvia Center for the Arts called the 48Hour Theater Fest, a twoday marathon in which a theme is revealed and a handful of directors and playwrights have 24 hours to produce a script, cast,

rehearse and perform the play. This happens twice during the weekend.

Hotbox is a slightly more long-form version. It follows the theme revealed for Friday’s performances and is given one week to get it on stage. The theme is “The House of the Rising Sisters.”

It will be performed at 7:30 p.m. both Friday and Saturday, Aug. 17-18, at the center, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham.

Tickets and more information: sylviacenterforthearts.org.

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Mangione has released more than 30 albums. He achieved international success in 1977 with his

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ART

PUBLIC ART PROPOSALS: The Port of Skagit and Town of La Conner are seeking proposals from artists to provide a public art installation. Proposals must include four hard copies plus one digital drive and are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15, to Darla Pyke, Harbormaster, Port of Skagit, 613 N. Second St., P.O. Box 1120, La Conner, WA, 98257.

CALL TO ARTISTS: Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden, is opening registration for jewelry artists interested in participating in the “Falling Out of the Box Jewelry Challenge. Full information: jansenartcenter.org.

2018 HOLIDAY GREETING CARD CONTEST: Professional and hobby artists are encouraged to submit a digital image of original artwork (Christmas/ winter themed) for the Skagit Valley Hospital Foundation’s holiday greeting cards. The winning artist will receive a $100 honorarium.

Deadline: Sept. 17. skagitregionalhealth. org/hospital-foundation.

ART CLASSES

KREATE WITH KARA: Create your own painting with Kara. Be guided step by step, no experience necessary.

Contact: kreate.kara@ hotmail.com. n Aug. 20: 6 p.m.

Local 20 Taproom, 102 Woodworth St., Sedro-Woolley. $33.

ANTIQUE BIRD CARVING: Create a black-bellied plo-

ver from 5 to 7 p.m.

Wednesdays, Sept. 5-26, at the Burlington Community Center, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. $40. 360-755-0102.

TRI DEE ARTS WORKSHOPS: Art classes on a variety of topics are available at Tri-Dee Arts, 215 S. First St., Mount Vernon. trideearts.com.

ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASSES: For beginners to advance.

Classes: $150 for series of three classes with Logan Fox. Art supply list available. Classes at The Good Stuff Art, 604 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. the goodstuffarts.com, 360-7553152 or kpeterson@ thegoodstuff.com.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST QUILT AND FIBER ARTS MUSEUM: Varied exhibits and classes are available to the public at 703 S. Second St., La Conner. Museum hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday through Sunday. Admission: $7, $5 students and military, free for members and children ages 11 and under. 360-466-4288 or laconnerquilts.org. n Fiber Fridays: bring any type of fiber art project, quilting, knitting, embellishing, etc., to work on while visiting with other fiber artists from 9 a.m. to noon every Friday. Free and open to all.

GAIL HARKER CENTER: Gail Harker Center for Creative Arts offers a variety of art classes and workshops for artists of every level at 12636 Chilberg Road, Mount Vernon. Online

courses are also available. For information and a complete schedule: 360-466-0110 or gailcreativestudies.com.

PACIFIC NW SCHOOL: Choose from painting, photography, fiber and 3D art workshops taught by professional artists at the Pacific NorthWest Art School, 15 NW Birch St., Coupeville. For information and a complete schedule: 360-678-3396 or pacificnorthwestartschool.com.

DAKOTA: Dakota Art Center offers a variety of art classes and workshops at 17873 Highway 536, Mount Vernon.

360-416-6556, ext. 5, or dakotaartcenter.com.

STANWOOD CAMANO ARTS GUILD: A Guilded Gallery, 8700 271st St. NW, Stanwood, offers a variety of art classes and workshops. For information or to register: 360-6292787 or stanwoodcamanoarts.com.

AUDITIONS

CANTABILE CHAMBER CHOIR: Audition for a choir of adult vocalists performing around Skagit Valley and beyond. Rehearsals are 6:30 to 9 p.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 9 at Bethany Covenant Church, 1318 S. 18th St., Mount Vernon. Auditions by appointment: dustinwilletts@gmail. com and close Sept. 15.

Singers pay $75 in dues per semester.

BOOKS

TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM: Ages 13-18 with chances to win prizes. Events will also be

hosted at the library, 820 E. Washington Ave., Burlington.

GREAT BOOKS READING GROUP MEETING: The Great Books Reading Group examines passages from important writings in history from 6 to 8 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave. 360-941-1437 and shunji.asari@gmail. com.

DANCE

BEGINNING LINE DANCING: 7 to 8 p.m.

Tuesdays, Burlington Community Center, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. $6 dropin, $25 for five classes. Teens and adults.

Register: burlingtonwa. gov/recreation or 360755-9649.

FOLK DANCING: Skagit-Anacortes Folk Dancers meet Tuesdays at Bay View Civic Hall, 12615 C St., Bay View.

Learn to folk dance to a variety of international music. 7 to 9:30 p.m.

First session free, $5 thereafter. No partners needed. Gary or Ginny, 360-766-6866.

SCOTTISH DANCING: Bellingham Scottish Country Dancers meet from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Fairhaven Library auditorium (upstairs), 1117 12th St., Bellingham. Wear comfortable clothes and soft-soled shoes without heels. $8 per class. For information, call Mary Anderson at 360-933-1779 or visit bellinghamscd.org.

JOLLY TIME CLUB: Dance to live music

from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Thursdays at Hillcrest Lodge, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon. For information, contact Gisela at 360-424-5696.

MUSIC

UKULELE FUN & SONG CIRCLE: 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland St. Free. Beginners welcome and loaner ukuleles available. Song sheets provided. 206-790-4862 or yogaheartspace0@ gmail.com.

BARBERSHOP HARMONY: Join the An-OChords, a four-part barbershop harmony group that meets at 7 p.m.

Thursdays at Bethany Covenant Church, 1318 18th St., Mount Vernon. No experience necessary, no auditions required. Learn by rote, you don’t have to read music. All ages welcome. anochords.org.

360-466-0109.

TIME FOR FIDDLERS: The Washington Old Time Fiddlers play at 6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Fridays of each month at the Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland. St. Free; donations accepted.

360-630-1156.

SHELTER BAY CHORUS: Practices are held from 5 to 7 p.m.

Thursdays at the Shelter Bay Clubhouse, 1000 Shoshone Drive, La Conner. New members welcome. No need to be a Shelter Bay resident.

360-223-3230.

SING IN HARMONY: Join the women of Harmony Northwest Chorus from 6:30 to

9 p.m. every Monday at the Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland Ave. Seeking women who like to sing a cappella music. All skill levels welcome.

360-201-5861 or harmonynorthwest.org.

ANACORTES OPEN MIC: 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, Brown Lantern Ale House, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

360-293-2544.

OPEN MIC: Jam Night, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Thursdays, Conway Pub & Eatery, 18611 Main St., Conway. 360-445-4733.

VOICE TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP: A workshop intended for sopranos and altos seeking to brush up on their technique will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20, at Central Lutheran Church, 925 N. Forest St., Bellingham. Suggested donation: $10. Contact Wendy at wendybloom@ voxpacifica.org.

VOX PACIFICA AUDITIONS: A new Bellingham choir seeking experienced soprano and altar singers will hold auditions at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23; 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24; 10 a.m.

Saturday, Aug. 25; and 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 27. voxpacifica.org.

RECREATION

GRUMPY OLD MAN’S YOGA: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Thursdays, Burlington Senior Center, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. Despite the name, women are welcome. $5 donation.

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MUSIC REVIEWS BOZ SCAGGS, “Out of the Blues” — Although he’s best known for such sleek mid-’70s pop hits as “Lowdown” and “Lido Shuffle,” Boz Scaggs was originally drawn to music at least in part by the blues. The Texas- and Oklahoma-raised singer-guitarist cut his 1970 album, “Boz Scaggs,” in Muscle Shoals, Ala., with Duane Allman on guitar, and it featured a 12-minute-plus version of bluesman Fenton Robinson’s “Loan Me a Dime.”

In recent years, Scaggs has fruitfully refocused on the vintage musical styles that first inspired him, and the latest result is “Out of the Blues.” Backed by a stud band that includes guitarists Charlie Sexton, Doyle Bramhall II and Ray Parker Jr.; bassist Willie Weeks; and drummer Jim Keltner, Scaggs sounds right at home back in the milieu of the blues and R&B, and he finds the sweet spot between paying tribute to those forms and making them his own.

He brings more than a touch of silky elegance to a couple of old Bobby “Blue” Bland ballads, “I’ve

Just Got to Forget You” and “The Feeling Is Gone.” But he’s equally convincing when he leans less toward the supper club and more toward the roadhouse, as he does on “Little Miss Night and Day,” co-written by him and Jack Walroth, or Jimmy Reed’s “Down in Virginia.”

In the middle of all this is a brooding take on “On the Beach” by that noted bluesman Neil Young, another terrific performance even if the song doesn’t exactly fit the album’s musical theme.

– Nick Cristiano, The Philadelphia Inquirer UNDERWORLD & IGGY POP, “Teatime Dub Encounters”: The Underworld-Iggy Pop meet-up is unexpected, but not as unlikely as it might appear. The veteran English electronic band and the bare-chested American proto-punk legend both played key roles on the soundtrack to the 1996 film “Trainspotting,” which featured both the ecstatic “lager, lager, lager” catharsis of Underworld’s “Born Slippy” and Pop’s

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“Lust for Life,” which became an almost two-decade-old career-reviving hit.

Underworld duo Karl Hyde and Rick Smith aimed to recapture that magic when they surprised the “Search and Destroy” singer while he was staying at the Savoy Hotel in London on tour in 2016. They just happened to have a mobile studio setup in their suite, with plans to coax Pop into cutting tracks for the “T2 Trainspotting” sequel, which came out last year.

None of the resulting songs fit into the movie, but they’re worth hearing on their own. And because there are only four of them, their sum doesn’t quite add up to Pop’s going back on his word that 2016’s quite good “Post-Pop Depression” would be his last full-length album. Unfortunately, the Pop’s stream-of-consciousness lyrics are undeveloped and feel somewhat tossed off, especially at the start. Hyde and Smith’s slinky, ebbing and flowing grooves are immersive and enveloping, but their esteemed collaborator

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doesn’t sound fully engaged, and his contributions don’t measure up as a result. Seems like its time for the Iggster to break his promise and make another album of his own.

– Dan DeLuca, The Philadelphia Inquirer TRAVIS SCOTT, “Astroworld” — With each album and mixtape since “Owl Pharaoh” in 2013, Houston’s Travis Scott has heard the same thing: His flow is finer than Wedgwood, his raps are tougher than leather, his energy is higher than Red Bull with wings. So when is he going to make something unique, that one defining epic with a ripple beyond first-week sales?

“Astroworld” — touching upon the harshness of fame, darkly dedicated to the hometown amusement park of his youth — just may be that grand gesture.

Stuffed with big brand-name affiliates (Frank Ocean, Quavo) and wide-ranging in its elaborate styles and producers (including a “Skeletons” co-writing-production credit

for Pharrell Williams and alternative space-psych hero Kevin Parker of Tame Impala), “Astroworld” is a larger-than-life soundscape that never overwhelms. “Carousel” looks at the circus of life with humor, horror, and disgust. The sonic complexity of his “Sicko Mode” duet is daunting in its stretch and operatic in its theatricality. The rarely ruminative Scott looks deep within the thud and sonic bluster of “Coffee Bean” and finds himself afraid for his future. On the sleepy “Stop Trying to Be God” (with James Blake, Kid Cudi, and harmonicat Stevie Wonder), the rapper pleads to be left to his own devices, no matter what the cost. “You won’t succeed trying to learn me / I stick to the roads in my journey,” Scott says with the weight of worried introspection.

Astroworld isn’t perfect, with several bangers sounding trite, tired and overly inspired by his heroes. For 90 percent of this album, Scott sounds as though he’s found his own way, within his own world.

– A.D. Amorosi, The Philadelphia Inquirer

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MOVIES

NEW THIS WEEK

MINI-REVIEWS

‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is a feast for the eyes and the emotions

By KATIE WALSH Tribune News Service

“Crazy Rich Asians” is a crazy big deal. It’s the first big Hollywood studio movie set in the present day featuring an all-Asian cast in 25 years, so there’s a lot riding on Jon M. Chu’s romantic comedy, an adaptation of Kevin Kwan’s novel. The movie is already a success in terms of Asian representation in Hollywood, which is sorely lacking (in 2017, only 4.8 percent of top grossing movies featured an Asian character in a speaking role), and the resurrection of the rom-com.

Thankfully, it more than delivers on the entertainment front too. With a screenplay by Adele Lim and Peter Chiarelli that makes personal empowerment as important as romantic love, and a talented, charismatic cast from across the globe, “Crazy Rich Asians” is a swoon-worthy romance, as well as funny and poignant — a feast for the eyes and emotions.

“Fresh Off The Boat” star Constance Wu stars as Rachel Chu, a Chinese-American economics professor from Queens, the daughter of a single mom who strove for her slice of the American dream. She’s dating the charming and handsome Nick Young (Henry Golding, in his first major acting role), who wants to bring her home to Singapore for a friend’s wedding, and to meet his

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Michelle Yeoh (from left), Henry Golding and Constance Wu star in “Crazy Rich Asians.”

family. When the couple arrives at their swanky ultra-luxury first-class seats on their flight, it’s Rachel’s first indication Nick might come from a bit of money.

Nick’s the ultimate self-effacing scion of an überwealthy dynasty. He avoids the family business, living in New York, borrowing his girlfriend’s Netflix password and playing basketball at the Y. Rachel strives for her own success while Nick shuns the success that’s been thrust upon him. The film whisks us through the different kinds of wealth and the differences between them: There’s old money (Nick’s family, the Youngs), new money, embodied by the delightfully tacky family of Rachel’s college friend Peik Lin (Awkwafina) and her hilariously outré dad (Ken Jeong), who also live in Singapore, and the American dreamers (Rachel and her mother).

Part of the charm of “Crazy Rich Asians” is diving into the culture of the rich and famous on the small island, the gossip and rumor and friendships, and the outlandish displays of wealth that are pure eye candy. But it’s the emotional game-playing that goes on between Rachel and Nick’s circle, including his jealous ex-girlfriend, and most importantly, his staunch mother, Eleanor (Michelle Yeoh), that drives the conflict. Eleanor doesn’t believe Rachel’s casual, fun-loving American demeanor is up to snuff when it comes to the cutthroat (and racist) world in which she and her family had to establish themselves.

None of this would work without the love story at the center, and Wu and Golding share a killer chemistry that jumps off the screen.

Whether they’re on a double date at one of Singapore’s night markets or making

eyes during a wedding ceremony, the on-screen energy between them is palpable.

You root for them to make it, despite the cultural obstacles between them, from class to country.

And yet, “Crazy Rich Asians” is about so much more than just Rachel and Nick’s love story. It’s about Rachel fully inhabiting her power, which means embracing her life story: her parentage, where she comes from, her values and the forces that shaped them. It’s when she embraces her truth that she is able to connect with Eleanor and is ultimately ready to accept Nick’s love.

Universally empowering messages like that don’t always come in such pretty packages, so you’re bound to laugh, cry and simply love “Crazy Rich Asians.”

– 2:00. Rated PG-13 for some suggestive content and language. HHH½

Compiled from news services.

Ratings are 1 to 4 stars.

“BlacKkKlansman” — Director-co-writer Spike Lee recounts the story of a 1970s police officer (John David Washington, in an immensely entertaining and powerful performance) who went undercover with the Ku Klux Klan, despite being black. Searing, electric and sometimes flat-out funny, it’s one of the best films of 2018.

Biographical comedy, R, 135 minutes. HHHH “Like Father” — Kristen Bell and Kelsey Grammer are wonderful playing off each other in a story that at times feels like tidy wish fulfillment for any adult who was abandoned by a parent at an early age and finally has the opportunity to reconnect with the jerk. Funny when the moment calls for funny, authentic and believable when the moment calls for substantive drama. Comedy-drama, unrated, 103 minutes. HHH “The Spy Who Dumped Me” — The spurned ex (Mila Kunis) of a secret CIA operative goes on the run with her best friend (Kate McKinnon), pursued by various agents and assassins. There’s so much noise and nonsense in this cheerfully violent action laffer that the two great comic actresses never get the full opportunity to establish chemistry. Action comedy, R, 113 minutes. HH “Christopher Robin” — In this live-action/CGI combo fairy tale, Winnie the Pooh has lost his friends and the grown-up Christopher Robin (Ewan McGregor) has lost sight of what’s important and might just lose his family, unless somehow, some way, they can help each other!

It’s simple. Sweet. Effective. Fantasy, PG, 104 minutes.

HHH “Mission: Impossible — Fallout” — There’s nary a dull moment as Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise, in a big-time movie star performance) races through the streets of Paris on a motorcycle, jumps from building to building in London and gets mixed up in all manner of close-combat confrontations. Full of double- and triple-crosses, this is one of the most entertaining movies of the summer.

Action, R, 147 minutes. HHH½ “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” — The gang returns from the 2008 original for more deliberately nearcampy, candy-colored fluff with a plot dictated by Abba’s bubblegum hits, but it’s impossible to work up disdain because it’s harmless and it’s silly and it’s good-natured, and all those veteran actors are such gamers. Musical, PG-13, 113 minutes. HH “The Equalizer 2” — The great Denzel Washington reprises his role as McCall in a brilliant performance that often rises above the pulpy, blood-soaked material. It’s slick, violent, fast-paced, well-acted but by-the-numbers summer fare. Action crime, R, 120 minutes. HHH “Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot” — The sometimes experimental director Gun Van Sant delivers a conventional biopic of John Callahan, a hard-drinking free spirit who was paralyzed in a car accident but went on to produce some of the most memorable cartoons of the late 20th century. Joaquin Phoenix disappears into the role, avoiding Method madness as he depicts Callahan’s long, sometimes torturous journey to sobriety and self-actualization. Biography, R, 113 minutes. HHH

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MOVIES “Eighth Grade” — Writer-director Bo Burnham has delivered something of a minor cinematic miracle: a sweet and intelligent portrait of a 13-year-old girl that never feels contrived. Elsie Fisher gives an authentic and utterly natural performance as Kayla, one of those painfully shy, nearly invisible kids without a clique or any close friends. Comedy drama, R, 93 minutes. HHH½ “Skyscraper” — In this cheesy and predictable semi-thriller, Dwayne Johnson climbs and jumps as a security consultant rescuing his family from a Hong Kong tower infiltrated by terrorists. It’s like “Die Hard,” but not nearly as smart or gritty or well-acted. Action, PG-13, 103 minutes. HH “Eating Animals” — Natalie Portman narrates this documentary telling the story of the independent farmer, who has been all but driven out of business by the industrial livestock-rearing complex. Documentary, not rated, 94 minutes. HHH½ “Shock and Awe” — Woody Harrelson and James Marsden deliver outstanding performances as Knight-Ridder reporters who after 9/11 wrote stories questioning the existence of Saddam Hussein’s weapons of mass destruction. Historical drama, R, 90 minutes. HHH “Whitney” — While Whitney Houston’s story has been told in other films and countless TV segments, this documentary is the most comprehensive and intimate portrait yet, thanks in large part to unprecedented access to Houston’s family members and close associates.

It’s alternately exhilarating and heartbreaking. Documentary, R, 120 minutes. HHH½ “Sorry to Bother You” — Lakeith Stanfield knocks it out of the park as a black guy whose mastery of the “white voice” makes him a telemarketing superstar. Veering all over the place from social satire to screwball romance, the movie earns points for pushing the envelope, pushing the buttons on incendiary topics, and pushing the boundaries of conventional storytelling. Comedy, R, 105 minutes. HHH “Leave No Trace” — An emotionally damaged war veteran (Ben Foster) and his loyal teenage daughter (Thomasin Harcourt McKenzie, a natural) leave their comfortable home to risk life-threatening conditions in the woods.

The mournfully beautiful film is a brilliant and timely and telling statement about the difference between the haves and the have-nots. Drama, PG, 109 minutes. HHHH “Ant-Man and the Wasp” — After the dramatically heavy conclusion to “Avengers: Infinity War,” it’s nice to enjoy a (mostly) self-contained and smile-inducing summer rollercoaster ride bolstered by the excellent comedic timing of Paul Rudd and company, not to mention some dazzling and dizzying CGI moves designed to thrill and to score solid laughs. Superhero action, PG-13, 120 minutes. HHH “Boundaries” — Despite excellent performances from Vera Farmiga as a hippie mom and Christopher Plummer as her pot-dealing dad, this reconciliation road trip is a bit too cute and clever for its own good. And the ending is pure hokum. Comedy drama, R, 104 minutes. HH “Uncle Drew” — To win a Harlem tournament, a parttime basketball coach (Lil Rel Howery) recruits a team of former players in their 70s headed by the legendary Uncle Drew (Kyrie Irving). Even though the film is outlandish and predictable and downright corny, I loved the positive energy and the steady diet of inside-basketball jokes. Sports comedy, PG-13, 103 minutes. HHH

‘Gavagai’ is a beautiful, melancholy journey through loss and its aftermath

By JUSTIN CHANG Los Angeles Times

A story of implacable grief, unlikely companionship and stunning landscapes, “Gavagai” is as beautifully singular a movie as I’ve seen all year. You know you’re in for something different in the opening moments, as a train pulls quietly into a deserted station in Telemark, Norway, and disgorges a German traveler, Carsten (Austrian actor Andreas Lust), who stumbles out with a troubled look on his face and a solemn stream of voice-over in his head.

A small, anguished drama of indecision plays out: The man walks some distance, then turns around and rushes back onto the train, then reluctantly gets off again and heads on his way. The scene, like every one that follows, is patiently observed in a single take, in which the camera moves fluidly and gracefully in concert with the characters.

Remarkably, the actors never feel trapped or overly managed by these carefully choreographed shots, and the director and cinematographer, Rob Tregenza, gives them plenty of room to breathe.

At its simplest, his movie is about the importance of exploring and wandering, of fully inhabiting a given space, figuring out the right direction and then mustering the courage to stumble forward.

Carsten soon meets a friendly local tour guide named Niko (Mikkel Gaup), whom he pays to serve as his personal driver for a couple of days. And so

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they hop into Niko’s minivan, navigating a verdant countryside that, we soon learn, is also being traversed by a silent mystery woman whom only Carsten and the audience can see.

Who is the woman in Carsten’s hallucinations, and why does she always appear before him wearing traditional Chinese garb and elaborate face paint?

Could it have something to do with the fact that Carsten, as he eventually explains to Niko, is working on a Chinese translation of the poems of the Norwegian writer Tarjei Vesaas, a favorite of his recently deceased wife? Why do Carsten and the woman slowly circle each other on sight, locking gazes but never arms, like partners in a contact-free dance?

As these ghostly visitations continue, any early whiff of orientalist fantasy dissipates in favor of a much more complicated reading.

We come to understand

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these visions, many of which are accompanied by excerpts from Vesaas’ poems, as manifestations of a grief that Carsten is clearly still processing. And in the sheer strangeness of those visions, Tregenza seems to play with a troubling, genuinely haunting idea: that death makes permanent, radical strangers of the ones we love. We become estranged and dislocated from those we have lost — physically, culturally, spiritually.

If these scenes are heavy with metaphysical poetry, Nico’s romantic journey is a much more prosaic one.

He’s in an on-again-offagain relationship with a local woman named Mari (Anni-Kristiina Juuso), who has lost patience with his noncommitment and moved on. But something in Nico seems to be shaken loose by his time spent with Carsten, and he finds time during their journey to re-establish contact with Mari and persuade

her to give him another chance.

You can imagine a blunter, more crowd-pleasing buddy-comedy version of this story, though whether you’d want to see it is another matter. Tregenza doesn’t force his two excellent leads to bond or bicker, to arrive at moments of epiphany and catharsis on cue. He knows that even our meaningful encounters with strangers tend to be fleeting ones; he also knows that people are almost always slower to reveal themselves than the movies allow time for. Nevertheless, there is an unspoken intimacy, a fondness of feeling that passes between Carsten and Nico almost like a shudder — something that, if only for 90 minutes, binds them to each other and to the majestic expanse of lakes, trees and sloping roads behind them.

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