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NEW ON DVD THIS WEEK “LONG SHOT”: The rom-com could have just as easily been called “She’s Out of His League 2.” The idea that a frumpy journalist (Seth Rogen) could win over the heart of a muchloved politician (Charlize Theron) with her eye on the White House sounds as outlandish as suggesting a reality show star could become president.

The concept sounds preposterous but by the end of the film, it’s easy to root for the opposites to attract.

It works because it is built on taking two interesting people, putting them in situations where comedy feels natural and telling a love story that grows at a natural rate. This is a winning ticket.

“BODY AT BRIGHTON ROCK”: The film follows Wendy (Karina Fontes), a slightly befuddled parttime summer employee at a state park. She’s only been trained to pick up trash and do jobs close to the main camp but, in a bit of illogical writing, Wendy ends up traveling to one of the park’s trails to put up new fliers for campers and hikers. Her journey through the forest brings her to a dead body.

Writer/director Roxanne Benjamin was wise enough to capitalize on the beautiful forest landscape that serves as the backdrop. The rolling hills and valleys of green are almost strong enough to distract from the film’s writing woes. Almost is the key word.

Benjamin tries to crank up the suspense with a few spooky noises and the park employee’s overactive imagination. All this leads to an ending that would have had a better payoff if the writing had been smarter and crisper.

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

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Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron star in “Long Shot.”

“EL CHICANO”: LAPD detective Diego Hernandez (Rául Castillo) has been assigned a career-making case investigating a vicious cartel. During his investigation, Hernandez discovers a connection to his brother’s supposed suicide and a turf battle that’s about to swallow his neighborhood. When he can’t decide between playing by the book and seeking justice, Hernandez resurrects the masked street legend El Chicano.

Solid acting and strong action make this a highly entertaining production.

ALSO NEW ON DVD AND BLU-RAY JULY 30 “THE HOT ZONE”: Julianna Marguiles stars in this cable series that looks at the efforts of a small group to save the United States from a deadly outbreak. It is based on true events.

“THE GOOD PLACE: SEASON THREE”: Life in the confusing world after death continues. Kristen Bell and Ted Danson star.

“MURDOCH MYSTERIES: SEASON 12”: A

detective (Yannick Bisson) solves crimes in the late 1890s and early 1900s using new forensic techniques.

“DOMINO”: Police officer (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) seeks justice for his partner’s murder by ISIS. “THE ISLAND”: Odd group of co-workers must find a way to survive on a deserted island after being shipwrecked.

“THE WHITE CROW”: An examination of an artist who changed the world of ballet.

“UGLYDOLLS”: Animated tale of Moxy and her friends who learn it isn’t necessary to be perfect to be amazing.

“THE INTRUDER”: A dream house becomes a nightmare when the previous owner won’t leave the buyers alone. Dennis Quaid stars.

“GRANTCHESTER, SEASON 4”: The new young parish priest must focus his energy into a quest for social justice.

“THE SWINDLERS”: Unlikely group must work together to trap the world’s most legendary con man.

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“NOVA: BACK TO THE MOON”: A look at the future of space travel in the wake of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing.

“THE REPTILE”: Investigation into a mysterious death reveals a shocking secret in this 1966 horror film.

“VIDAGO PALACE”: Two young people must overcome numerous obstacles to be together.

“GLORY”: The 1989 Civil War drama is being released in 4K Ultra HD to mark the 30th anniversary.

“SUPREME REVENGE”: Examination of the battle over Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court confirmation.

“THE LEOPARD MAN”: Dennis O’Keefe stars in this 1943 horror film.

AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL HD JULY 30 “AVENGERS: ENDGAME”: Surviving members of the Avengers travel through time to correct the work of Thanos. It will be released on DVD and Bluray Aug. 13.

– Rick Bentley, Tribune News Service

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SOUTHERN COMFORT

38 Special to rock Skagit Casino

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By KIMBERLY CAUVEL @Kimberly_SVH

The Southern rock band still going strong more than 40 years after releasing its first, name-setting album “38 Special” in 1977 will perform this weekend at the Skagit Valley

Casino Resort in Bow. The five-member group is on a national tour scheduled through November. It comes to Skagit Valley between shows in California and Minnesota.

According to the band’s website, it continues to tour 100 or more cities each year, entertain-

ing audiences with its Southern rock that has won gold and platinum album awards and sold more than 20 million records.

Audiences can expect to hear some of the band’s most popular and enduring songs like “Hold On Loosely,” “Rockin’ Into the Night,” “Caught Up in You,”

“Fantasy Girl” and “If I’d Been the One.” With more than a dozen albums to their name, 38 Special has many songs to choose from.

The nearly sold-out shows begin at at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday in the Pacific Showroom.

Tickets range from $80-$85.

For more information, visit theskagit.com.

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

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OUT AND ABOUT

ART

EMPACT: Hadrian Art Gallery, 5717 Gilkey Ave., Bow, is hosting an all-woman charity art show through July 28.

ART AT THE ROOM: Friends of the Anacortes Library Art Committee presents a three-month exhibit of artwork by local artists in the Friends Community meeting room at the library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Public viewing hours are 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 7 and 21; and 1 to 2 p.m. Saturdays, July 27, Aug. 10 and 24.

All artwork is for sale with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Friends of the Library.

SMALL IS GOOD: Small or miniature paintings created by more than 25 local artists are on display during July at The Good Stuff Gallery, 604 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

SHIFTING TIDES: The Studio Art Quilt Association presents “Shifting Tides: Convergence in Cloth,” focusing on the current state of the Pacific Ocean ecosystem, through September at the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum, 703 S. Second St., La Conner.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesdays through Sundays. Other exhibits include “Works of Our Hands,” about textiles, and “Remembering Kitty: Quilts by Kitty Pippen.”

JUDY TALLEY & ELIZABETH SANDVIG: The woodblocks prints of Judy Talley

and ceramic work from Elizabeth Sandvig are on display during July at i.e. gallery, 5800 Cains Court, Edison.

A full day of Rocking the ‘Mont

SAMISH ISLAND ARTS FESTIVAL: Work from more than 40 artists will be on display at the 23rd annual Samish Island Arts Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, July 27, at the Samish Island Community Center, 11292 Blue Heron Road, Samish Island. There will also be food, drink, live music and activities for children.

GAIL HARKER: Advanced research students and design students at the Gail Harker Center for Creative Arts will present an exhibition of their artwork from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, July 27-28, at the center, 503 Morris St., La Conner. A student talk about the work will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday.

MUSIC

LA CONNER LIVE: The La Conner Live 2019 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. facebook. com/LaConnerLive. n July 28: Three youth jazz bands from Skagit County and Bellingham. n Aug. 4: The Walrus. n Aug. 11: Amigos Nobles. n Aug. 18: Baby Cakes. n Aug. 25: The Naughty Blokes.

ELIZABETH PARK CONCERT: Fossil Rock

BETTY ROCKER

Betty Rocker

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

MOUNT VERNON — Festival season is in full swing, and the ‘Mont is going to be rocking on Saturday, July 27.

The Rock the ‘Mont music festival is back for a jam-packed lineup of musicians that will play from 4 p.m. will play from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at Elizabeth Park, 1000 Walnut St., Bellingham. Free.

HEART OF ANACORTES SUMMER CONCERTS: 6 to 8 p.m., unless otherwise noted, at the Heart of Anacortes, Fourth Street and O Avenue, Anacortes. 360-293-3515, heartofanacortes.com. n July 27: The Yankee Drivers. n Aug. 10: Anacortes Brewery 25th Anniversary with Ebb, Slack and Flood; The Enthusiasts;

to 10 p.m. at Eaglemont Golf Course, 4800 Eaglemont Drive.

This year, Spike and the Impalers, Gin Gypsy and Betty Rocker will be keeping the tunes blasting.

Tickets are $45 in advance, $55 at the door. Seating is open and on the lawn. Doors open at 3 p.m.

Savage Blues Band; Old Town Tonic, 1 p.m. n Aug. 11: Holly Pyle, 2 p.m. n Aug. 17: Anacortes Music Project Presents — Pearl Tottenham, Greenhouse Baseman, Ristfut, Nathan Reed, New Uniform, 5 p.m. n Aug. 24: REFA Benefit & Silent Auction with Janie Cribbs and the T.Rust Band, 5 p.m.. n Aug. 31: The Atlantics. n Sept. 8: Dmitri Matheny Group, 2 p.m.

FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: 6

to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Seafarer’s Memorial Park, 601 Seafarer’s Way, Anacortes. portofanacortes.com n July 26: Chris Eger Band and the Powerhouse Horns. n July 31: A Town Big Band. n Aug. 9: Sway. n Aug. 16: Folsom Prism. n Aug. 23: Polecat. n Aug. 30: Joe Blue and the Roofshakers.

DOWNTOWN SOUNDS: 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Wednesdays on the corner of Bay and Prospect

streets, Bellingham.

Free. Beer garden, food and dancing. n July 31: Sepiatonic w/ Analog Brass. n Aug. 7: Monophonics with Willdabeast.

RIVERWALK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: 6 to 8 p.m.

Thursdays, Riverwalk in downtown Mount Vernon. Free admission.

360-428-8547 or riverwalkconcerts.com. n July 25: Pacific Twang. n Aug. 1: Brian Lee & The Orbiters. n Aug. 8: Cascadia Groove. n Aug. 15: Fantasy Band. n Aug. 22: Miller Campbell Band. n Aug. 29: Chris Eger Band with the Powerhouse Horns.

CHILDREN’S SUMMER CONCERTS: Children’s band Recess Monkey will play at noon Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville. Free.

FRIDAY NIGHT RHYTHMS: 5:30 to 8 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. n July 26: Anissa & Friends. n Aug. 2: Mike Allen Trio. n Aug. 16: Latin Tinge. n Aug. 23: Adrian Clarke Band. n Aug. 30: Thomas Harris Quartet.

MUSIC IN THE PARK: The Machine will play from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 26, at Lake Tye Park, 14964 Fryelands Boulevard, Monroe. Free.

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OUT AND ABOUT MARYSVILLE SOUNDS OF SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fridays, Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville.

Free. 360-363-8400. n July 26: School of Rock. n Aug. 2: Jukehouse Hounds. n Aug. 9: Jimmy Wright Band.

MUSIC AT THE MARINA: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Thursdays, Port Gardner Landing, 1700 Marina View Drive, Everett. Free. n July 25: Dusty 45s. n Aug. 1: Shaggy Sweet. n Aug. 8: Randy Oxford Band. n Aug. 15: Mark DuFresne Band. n Aug. 22: LeRoy Bell and His Only Friends. n Aug. 29: Clinton Fearon.

EAGLE HAVEN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays/ Saturdays, Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley. $12-$15. n July 26: Troy Fair Band. n Aug. 16: Whiskey Fever.

BURLINGTON SUMMER NIGHTS CONCERT SERIES: 6 to 8 p.m.

Fridays, Burlington Visitor Center Downtown Amphitheater, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave. Free. 360-755-9649. n July 26: Stacy Jones Band. n Aug. 2: Gin Gypsy. n Aug. 9: Michelle Taylor Band. n Aug. 16: Lazy Acres.

AMERICAN ROOTS MUSIC SERIES: 7 to 8 p.m. Saturdays, West Beach Amphitheater,

Deception Pass State Park. parks.state.wa.us/folkarts. n July 27: Squirrel Butter (old-time music and clogging). n Aug. 3: Bays Family Irish Band (Irish reels, jigs and airs). n Aug. 10: Whozyamama (Cajun, Creole and Zydeco music). n Aug. 17: The Juan Manuel Barco Conjunto (Tejano and conjunto music). n Aug. 24: Lisa Ornstein and Dan Compton (Quebecois and Acadian music).

MUSIC IN THE COURTYARD: The Salt Grass Dirt Band will play at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at the Mountain Glen retirement and assisted living community courtyard, 1810 E. Division St., Mount Vernon.

MAin STAgE EnTErTAinMEnT FEATuring:

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Saturday, August 10th

Sky Colony Cheer at the Fair Ron Stubbs Comedy Hypnotist Wren & Della Circus Variety

SAMISH ISLAND — The 23rd annual Samish Island Arts Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, July 27, at the Samish Island Community Center, 11292 Blue Heron Road.

Photographer Kitty Bluhm is this year’s featured artist. Work from more than 40 artists will be for sale, including jewelry, woodworking, glass, baskets, quilts, paintings, tiles and more. Ten percent of all sales support the community center.

Three bands will perform. The Mudflat Ramblers kick off the day at 10:30 a.m., followed by the 7:20 String Band at noon and PK Dwyer at 2 p.m.

ROCK THE BLOCK: The Tulip Amphitheater will host a night of music from 5 to 10 p.m. Satur-

KITTY BLUHM

“Tideflat Dunlins” by Kitty Bluhm

The festival will also include a beer garden and pub food.

Entry is free; please leave pets at home.

day, July 27, at 10200 Quil Ceda Boulevard, Tulalip.

Bands include the Chris Eger Band, The West

Coast Feed and Platinum Spandex. $75-$95, must be over 21. tulalipresortcasino.com.

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Mid-Life Crisis Marlin James Band Chris Eger Skagit Swings All-Star Band

Knut Bell & The Blue Collars Sterling-More than Magic Ron Stubbs Comedy Hypnotist Sunday Speedtrap

And Many More!

Visit skagitcounty.net/fair for a full schedule of events

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POLECAT Comedy Magic of Trevor & Lorena KAPS/KBRC Diaper Derby Prozac Mtn Boys

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OUT AND ABOUT ROCK THE ‘MONT: 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 27, Eaglemont Golf Course, 4800 Eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon. Bands include Spike and the Impalers, Gin Gypsy, Betty Rocker and more. $45-$85. eaglemontlive.com.

TOWER BRASS QUINTET: The group will play music from Bach to Sousa and classic hymns, at a free summer concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at Causland Memorial Park, 710 N. Ave., Anacortes.

INTERNATIONAL CONCERTS ON THE BORDER: 2 to 3 p.m.

Sundays, Peach Arch State Park, Blaine. n Aug. 4: Chaopraya Ensemble — Thai classical and folk music and dance. n Aug. 11: En CantoBrazilian — Forró music

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and dance. n Aug. 18: Juan Manuel Barco Conjunto —TexMex, Conjunto, Tejano music. n Aug. 25: Radost Folk Ensemble & Dunava — Eastern European folk dance and a cappella music.

LECTURES & TALKS

MODERN WITH A HINT OF VINTAGE: Award-winning quilter Marla Varner will share slides of a selection of her work from 2 to 3 p.m.

Sunday, July 27, at Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham.

DOCK TALK: Join the crew of Sound Experience and Cindy R Elliser aboard the schooner Adventuress for a program on how to identify marine mammals on the water, at noon Saturday, July 27, at Cap Sante Marina, 1019 Q Ave., Anacortes. The schooner will be dockside for the presentation and remain open for dockside tours after.

WHY ARE ALL THE TREES DYING?: Kevin W. Zobrist, associate professor at Western Washington University, will present a talk on forest health in the Puget Sound at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 30, at the Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Free.

MINI-HOUSES IN ANACORTES: Bud Anderson and Brian Scott will present their ideas to provide low-cost housing in Anacortes at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 30, at the Anacortes Senior Activity Center, 1701 22nd St., Anacortes.

THEATER

FAIRHAVEN SUMMER

Bellingham Beer Prom revels in the 1980s

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

BELLINGHAM — Prom isn’t just for high school students anymore; it’s time for breweries to get in on the action.

Bellingham Beer Prom is an event centered around six Bellingham breweries that have asked other breweries to be their dates to an ‘80s style Beer Prom.

Together, each “couple” is bringing ‘80s-inspired collaboration beers to the dance for all the guests to enjoy.

The theme of the prom is Back to the Future’s Enchantment Under The Sea, because it’s not an ‘80s party if no one is dressed like it’s the ‘50s.

The prom is at 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 26, at The Majestic, 1027 N Forest St. Tickets are $30 and include two drink tickets.

There will be a costume contest, a Royal Beer Court, photo booth, raffle prizes, dancing and live music by REPERTORY THEATRE: Bellingham TheatreWorks presents three plays performing six nights a week in July at the Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. The plays are “The Clean House” by Sarah Ruhl, “Wit” by Margaret Edson and “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof ” by Tennessee Williams. Tickets for each show are $20, $50 for three. Schedule and tickets at bellinghamtheatreworks.org. ”THE LION KING JR.”: Whidbey Playhouse will present “The Lion King Jr.” through July 28 at the theater, 730 SE Midway Boulevard, Oak Harbor.

For the complete schedule, visit whidbeyplayhouse. com.

MORE FUN

FAIRHAVEN OUTDOOR CINEMA: The Fairhaven Outdoor

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As for the breweries and their dates, here’s who is taking who to prom: n Kulshan Brewing and Bale Breaker Brewing (Yakima). n Stemma Brewing and Brothers Cascadia Brewing (Vancouver, Wash.). n Wander Brewing and Grains of Wrath Brewing (Camas). n Menace Brewing and Urban Family Brewing (Seattle). n Chuckanut Brewery and Future Primitive Brewing (Seattle). n Boundary Bay brewing and Atwood Ales (Blaine).

Cinema brings live entertainment and big-screen movies to the Village Green, 1207 10th St., Bellingham. Tickets are $5 each, kids 5 and under are free. Showings are on Saturday evenings at dusk, subject to weather. fairhavenoutdoorcinema. com. Next up: n July 27: “10 Things I Hate About You.” n Aug. 3: “Jurassic Park.” n Aug. 10: Music by Havilah Rand and “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World.” n Aug. 17: Music by Brian Ernst and “Grease.” n Aug. 24: Music by Psychedelic Cowboys and “The Princess Bride.”

POPCORN IN THE PARK OUTDOOR MOVIES: Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville. Movies begin at dusk (approximately 9 p.m.). Free. n July 27: “Bumblebee.”

n Aug. 3: “The Incredibles.” n Aug. 10: “The Karate Kid.”

VIRTUAL DEMENTIA TOUR: Those caring for folks living with Alzheimer’s or dementia (or who are interested in learning more about them) are invited to take the Virtual Dementia Tour, a simulation that teaches the physical and mental challenges faced by those living with dementia, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at Christ The King Skagit, 1000 Fountain St., Burlington.

MAKER AND GROWER MARKET: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 27, Stevens Homestead, 30709 68th Ave. NW, Stanwood.

SPOT YARD SALE: Saving Pets One at a Time (SPOT) will host a yard sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, July 27, and from 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, July 28, at the SPOT house, 830 S. Spruce St., Burlington.

CIDER AND MEAD FESTIVAL: The ninth annual Orcas Island Cider and Mead Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, July 27, at Village Green, 225 North Beach Road, Eastsound. $15, ages 21-plus event.

ROCKIN THE PARK: Noon to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at the clothing-optional Lake Association Recreation Club, 21700 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. $20-$25. larcnudists.com.

SIDEWALK SALE: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 26-27, downtown Mount Vernon.

The event allows local merchants to showcase their wares.

LOOKING AHEAD

ANACORTES ARTS FESTIVAL: The Anacortes Arts Festival will be held from Friday to Sunday, Aug. 2-4, in downtown Anacortes between Second Street and the Port dock.

Open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. anacortesartsfestival.com.

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK: View the work of local artists at galleries and retailers from 6 to 9 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 2, in downtown Anacortes.

ART IN THE ALLEY: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3., in the alley behind the Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. $25.

Ages 21-plus. Live music, art activities, demonstration, music and food. jansenartcenter.org.

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OUT AND ABOUT FRESH PAINT: Purchase art fresh off the easel during the Schack’s summer art festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 17-18, at the Port of Everett South Marina, 1728 Weste Marine Drive, Everett. Free admission, parking $2.

POTTERY ANNIVERSARY: Good Earth Pottery, 1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham, will celebrate 50 years in business with a party from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17.

SKAGIT ARTISTS’ EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATION: A free presentation by the Hadrian Stone Design and Art Gallery team discussing beautiful and functional art created from glass fiber reinforced concrete will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, 10441 Bayview Edison Road, Mount Vernon.

RHYTHM & BLUES FESTIVAL: The Mount Baker Rhythm & Blues Festival will take place Friday through Saturday, Aug. 2-4, at the show grounds, 3295 Cedarville Road, Deming. $145 for a weekend pass (includes camping and all after-hours jams), $35 for Friday, $75 for Saturday and $70 for Sunday. Free for children under 12. bakerblues.com.

GUEMES CHAMBER MUSIC: Hal Grossman, Karie Prescott, Paula Hochhalter and Jeff Gilliam will perform the music of Schubert, Dvorak and Brahms at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Kennelly Keys, 1904 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. $25-$50.

FARMTUNES: 6 to

9 p.m. Fridays at Bellewood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. Free. n Aug. 2: One Lane Bridge. n Aug. 9: Queens Bluegrass. n Aug. 16: W Lovers. n Aug. 23: Weatherside Whiskey Band. n Aug. 30: The Lowest Pair. n Sept. 6: Handsome and Gretyl & Moody Bear. n Sept. 13: Pickled Okra.

SUMMER FEST CONCERT: Orchestra conductors from around the world will be in residence at the third annual Pacific Northwest Conducting Institute, culminating in a Summer Festival Concert at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, 565 Camano Ave., Langley.

DOE BAY FEST: Attend a grass roots festival with music, food, drink, camping and many activities from Thursday to Sunday, Aug. 7-10, at Doe Bay Resort and Retreat, 107 Doe Bay Road, Olga. doebay. com/doe-bay-fest.

OAK HARBOR MUSIC FESTIVAL: Two stages will host more than 30 bands over Friday, Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30-Sept. 1, at the Oak Harbor Music Festival, SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor. Beer garden and activities. Free.

WOODSTOCK ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE: Relive the events and music of 1969’s Woodstock, featuring historic media and live music performances, at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, at The Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce St., Conway.

Free, donations accepted.

Event benefits the Melodic Caring Project.

Journey to the Orcas Island Cider and Mead Festival

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By Skagit Valley Herald staff

EASTSOUND — It’s a great weekend to take a trip to Orcas Island for all who are fans of cider and mead.

The ninth annual Orcas Island Cider and Mead Festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at the Eastsound Village Green, 203 N. Beach Road.

The festival draws local cider and mead producers from around the region and gathers them together, on one village green, for a day of enjoying a variety of fermented fruits and honey.

Nearly 20 cider and mead companies will be in attendance. Tickets are $15 and include a set number of tastes, a commemorative glass and the opportunity to purchase ciders and mead to take home. Additional tastes are available for purchase.

Proceeds support the Orcas Island Children’s House.

SKAGIT WOODSTOCK: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, Edgewater Park, 600 Behrens Millett Road, Mount Vernon. Fundraiser will feature a classic car show and music from the Chris Eger Band, Cory Vincent Group, Whiskey Fever and Mama Dirty Skirt. facebook.com/ events/520764765121047.

JUNIOR CADILLAC: Seattle cover band Junior Cadillac will play the hits from every decade since the ‘50s from 3 to 7 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Camano Island Yacht Club, 129 N. Sunset Drive, Camano. $40. Bring a lawn chair.

SUMMER SYMPHONY: The Bellingham Symphony will present a baroque performance at 7 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 23, at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $10-$33. bellinghamsymphony.org.

BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: The North Cascades

Bluegrass Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 31-Sept. 1, at the Deming Logging Show Grounds, 3295 Cedarville Road, Bellingham. Camping is available starting Thursday, Aug. 29, with a musical instrument swap and open mic on Friday, Aug. 30, and the festival from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $25-$50. ncbf.fun. ”SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE JR.”: The Skagit Theatre Camp will present performances at 10 a.m. and noon Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. lincolntheatre.org.

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK: An outdoor performance of “Twelfth Night” will be performed at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Wiggums Hollow Park, 2808 10th St., Everett. The night begins with improv from Everett Improv. Free.

FOUR-COLOR REALITY: Journalist and educator T. Andrew Wahl will deliver an interactive presentation on everything from social movements to business concerns to how changing demographics have shaped the reality seen in the pages of comics, at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave., Burlington. Free.

HOPS DOWN FRONT STREET: A beer-tasting event hosted by a number of buildings along Front Street in Lynden will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 1. $29.

Tickets are limited. hopsdownfrontstreet.com.

ORCAS ISLAND FLY-IN & ANTIQUE CAR SHOW: Friday through Sunday,

Aug. 2-4, Port of Orcas, Eastsound.

GIANT BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Anacortes Library will hold a book sale from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. All books are $1, or a bag full for $5.

After 2 p.m. bags are $3.

Proceeds benefit the library.

MOVIES AT MAIBEN PARK: 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Maiben Park, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. n Aug. 21: “Black Panther” (edited). n Aug. 28: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.”

GOLF TOURNAMENT: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County’s 24th annual Golf Tournament will begin at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at Avalon Golf Links, 19345 Kelleher Road, Burlington. $125 per individual, $500 for a team of four.

Register at skagitclubs. org or contact Evan: Evan. greenlaw@skagitclubs.org or 360-419-3723, ext. 9.

MIDSUMMER ANTIQUE FAIR & VINTAGE MARKET: Friday and Saturday, Aug. 9-10, Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon.

Friday night shopping for VIPs only from 5 to 8 p.m. for $10 (must be over 21).

Open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 10, free admission.

EVERETT TACO FEST: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, in front of the Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett.

There will be a tiny dog beauty pageant, Lucha Libre wrestling, $3 tacos, tequila expo tent, hot chili pepper contest and taco judging. $11-$15. angelofthewindsarena.com.

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ON STAGE in the Skagit Valley and surrounding area July 25 - August 4 Thursday.25

COMEDY THE GBU: 7:30 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

THEATER ”A MIDSUMMERS NIGHT’S DREAM”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $12-$40. shakesnw.org.

Friday.2 THEATER ”TWELFTH NIGHT”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $12-$40. shakesnw.org.

”MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET”: 7:30 p.m., Village Theatre, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600 or villagetheatre.org.

”THE ODYSSEY”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. 360305-3524 or sylviacenterforthearts.org.

”THE CLEAN HOUSE”: 8 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $20. 360-296-1753 or bellinghamtheatreworks.org. ”THE BIRDS”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. 360305-3524 or sylviacenterforthearts.org.

COMEDY THE GBU: 7:30 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

PROP PROV 2: THE RETURN OF THE PROPS: 9:30 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. 360733-8855 or theupfront.com.

Friday.26 THEATER ”TWELFTH NIGHT”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $12-$40. shakesnw.org.

”MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET”: 8 p.m., Village Theatre, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett.

425-257-8600 or villagetheatre. org. ”WIT”: 8 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $20.

360-296-1753 or bellinghamtheatreworks.org.

COMEDY DYNAMIC DUOS: 9 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $12. 360-7338855 or theupfront.com.

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July 25-27, Aug. 1-4

SHAKESPEARE NORTHWEST Check individual listings for plays and times. Pictured: Jaime Mastromonica (top) as Feste, Jessica Wahlgren as Curio, Eal Lundquist as Maria and Lydia Randall as Sir Andrew Aguecheek from a scene in “Twelfth Night.”

”THE BIRDS”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. 360305-3524 or sylviacenterforthearts.org.

”MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET”: 2 and 8 p.m., Village Theatre, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600 or villagetheatre.org.

COMEDY UPFRONT GOES TO CAMP: 9 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

”CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF”: 8 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $20.

360-296-1753 or bellinghamtheatreworks.org.

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”THE BIRDS”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. 360305-3524 or sylviacenterforthearts.org.

THEATER ”A MIDSUMMERS NIGHT’S DREAM”: 1 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $12-$40. shakesnw.org.

”TWELFTH NIGHT”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $12-$40. shakesnw.org.

COMEDY UPFRONT GOES TO CAMP: 9 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

Sunday.28 ”MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET”: 2 p.m., Village Theatre, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett.

425-257-8600 or villagetheatre. org. ”THE CLEAN HOUSE”: 8 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $20. 360-296-1753 or bellinghamtheatreworks.org.

Thursday.1 THEATER ”A MIDSUMMERS NIGHT’S DREAM”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $12-$40. shakesnw.org.

”THE ODYSSEY”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. 360305-3524 or sylviacenterforthearts.org.

Saturday.3 THEATER ”A MIDSUMMERS NIGHT’S DREAM”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $12-$40. shakesnw.org.

”THE ODYSSEY”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. 360305-3524 or sylviacenterforthearts.org.

COMEDY DYNAMIC DUOS: 9 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $12. 360-7338855 or theupfront.com.

Sunday.4 THEATER ”TWELFTH NIGHT”: 4 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $12-$40. shakesnw.org.

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TUNING UP Playing at area venues July 25 - August 1 Thursday.25 CHRIS EGER BAND: 5 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com.

HAVILAH AND J WAGNER: 6 p.m., Firefly Lounge, 1015 N. State St., Bellingham. thefireflylounge.com or facebook.com/TheFireflyBham.

DUSTY 45S: 6:30 p.m., Port Gardner Landing, 1700 Marina View Drive, Everett.

HEIRZ: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. 360746-8733 or wildbuffalo. net.

THE SHEEN: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham.

360-770-1067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

JESSE ROPER: 8 p.m., Firefly Lounge, 1015 N. State St., Bellingham. thefireflylounge.com or facebook. com/TheFireflyBham.

PACIFIC TWANG: 6 to 8 p.m, downtown Riverwalk, Mount Vernon. Free. 360-428-8547 or riverwalkconcerts. com.

Friday.26 STACY JONES BAND: 6 to 8 p.m., Burlington Visitor Center Amphitheater, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave. burlingtonwa.gov/recreation.

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

JOAN PENNEY JAZZ QUINTET: 7 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway.

360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

DAISY O’CONNOR: 8 p.m., Firefly Lounge, 1015 N. State St., Bellingham. thefireflylounge.com or facebook. com/TheFireflyBham.

THE ROYAL WE: 9 p.m., Winner’s Lounge, The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-2752448 or theskagit.com.

NORTH BY NORTHWEST: 8:30 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360-422-6411.

Tuesday.30

AGGREGATE, TETRACHROMAT: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham.

360-770-1067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

BOTTOM SHELF BOURBON TRIO: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. 360-4453000 or conwaymuse. com.

TROY FAIR BAND: 7 p.m., Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley. $12-$15. 360-856-6248 or eaglehavenwinery. xudle.com/Reservation-Events.

THE MACHINE: 6:30 p.m., Lake Tye Park, 14964 Fryelands Blvd., Monroe. Free.

SCHOOL OF ROCK: 7 p.m., Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville. Free.

360-363-8400.

ANNISA & FRIENDS: 5:30 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com.

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

360-848-8882.

RAHIKKA, STEVE SEHMAN, WMD: 8 p.m., The Alternative Library, 519 Maple St., Bellingham. altlib.org.

Friday.26

TROY FAIR BAND 7 p.m., Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley. $12-$15. 360-856-6248 or eaglehavenwinery.xudle.com/ Reservation-Events.

TALIB KWELI: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham.

360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

HOOVES & BEAK, ELEANOR MURRAY, COLLEEN FREEMAN: 7:30 p.m., The Alternative Library, 519 Maple St., Bellingham. altlib. org.

Saturday.27 THE YANKEE DRIVERS: 6 to 8 p.m., Heart of Anacortes, 1014th Fourth Ave., Anacortes.

360-293-3515, heartofanacortes.com.

DOUG WILLIAMS: 7 p.m., Port Gardner Bay Winery, 3006 Rucker Ave., Everett. 425339-0293 or portgardnerbaywinery.com.

THE ROCKET REVELERS: 8:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360-7666266 or theoldedison. com.

Sunday.28 TOWER BRASS QUINTET: 2 p.m., Causland Memorial Park, 710 N. Ave., Anacortes.

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

YOUTH JAZZ: 1 to 4 p.m., Gilkey Square, Morris Avenue and First Street, La Conner. Free. facebook.com/LaConnerLive.

THE ROYAL WE: 9 p.m., Winner’s Lounge, The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-2752448 or theskagit.com.

RON BAILEY & THE TANGENTS: 5:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360766-6266 or theoldedison.com.

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

Wednesday.31 SWINGNUTS: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360-588-1720 or anacortesrockfish.com.

Thursday.1 SPACEBAND: 5 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com.

SHAGGY SWEET: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Port Gardner Landing, 1700 Marina View Drive, Everett.

BRIAN LEE & THE ORBITERS: 6 to 8 p.m, downtown Riverwalk, Mount Vernon. Free.

360-428-8547 or riverwalkconcerts.com.

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GET INVOLVED

RECREATION

GOLF TOURNAMENT & RAFFLE: The Skagit Habitat for Humanity and Friendship House of Skagit County will host their annual Golf Tournament and Raffle at 11 a.m.

Thursday, Aug. 15, at Skagit Golf and Country Club, 16701 Country Club Drive, Burlington.

Registration is $125 per player and includes a cart (if registered by Aug. 6), brunch (at 11 a.m.) handicap adjusted by Pro, steak dinner buffet and prizes on every hole. All levels of players welcome. Raffle tickets available for purchase the day of the event.

There will also be a live auction during dinner.

Register: skagithabitat. liveimpact.org.

STILLY 5K FUN RUN: 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, River Meadows Park, 20416 Jordan Road, Arlington. Prizes for top three winners in each category. $10-$15. festivaloftheriver.com/fun-run Y WALK-A-THON: Join a walk/run from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, on the Skagit Valley Family YMCA’s indoor track (1901 Hoag Road, Mount Vernon) to support Girls on the Run and STRIDE scholarships. Either make a direct donation, sign up for the walk-a-thon, share the progress on social media using the hashtag #Ywalkathon or recruit others to sponsor the walk.

TRAIL WORK: Skagit-Whatcom-Island Trail Maintenance Organization are looking for volunteers to join their trail maintenance work parties on the first and third Saturday of each month until October

(Aug. 3 and 17, Sept. 7 and 21, Oct. 5 and 19).

Meet at 8 a.m. at the Cook Road Park and Ride, 9501 Old Highway 99, Burlington. Information: 360424-0407 or jdmelcher@ comcast.net.

TEE GOLF TOURNAMENT: The Anacortes Kiwanis Sunrisers will host its fourth annual Tee Golf Tournament at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at the Swinomish Golf Links, 12518 Christianson Road, Anacortes. $100 per person, guests can attend the post-tournament festivities for $20. Register: 360-428-5972 or info@ cceventplanning.com.

MEN’S GARDEN CLUB: The Skagit Men’s Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of the month at WSU Mount Vernon Research Station, 16650 Memorial Highway 536.

GENEOLOGY: Whidbey Island Genealogical Searchers meetings are held at 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Heller Road Fire Station, 2720 Heller Road, Oak Harbor. whidbeygensearchers@gmail.com.

LACROSSE: The Skagit Valley Flyers is a lacrosse club for boys and girls, grades 2-12. Participation is free and no experience is necessary. svflyers.uslaxteamsw.com.

Questions? Email: svflyers2009@gmail.com.

GRUMPY OLD MAN’S YOGA: Build strength and flexibility at this accessible yoga class 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Thursdays at Burlington Senior Center, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. Despite the name,

Cascadia NW Arts and Music Festival

SOULFUL ELEMENTS

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

GRANITE FALLS — Cascadia NW Arts and Music Festival brings art and music to the forest for three days of camping and exploration.

There will be live music, art installations, DJ sets, circus performers, workshops, visual art and more. The festival takes place Friday through Sunday, July 26-28, at Masonic Family Park, 24310 Mountain Loop Highway.

Comprised of five “villages,” the festival is divided into different areas of interest where guests can camp, if they choose, or simply explore what each village has to offer in the way of music and art.

Tickets are $240 for the entire weekend, including camping. The festival is cash only and out of cell service. The festival aims to be zero waste, so keep that in mind when packing for the weekend.

More information can be found at cascadianw. com. women are welcome. $5 donation.

FRIENDS OF THE FOREST HIKES: Join the Friends of the Forest for scenic hikes in the forest lands around Anacortes.

Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. No pets. Free. 360-293-3725 or friendsoftheacfl.org.

CHRISTIAN MOTORCYCLISTS ASSOCIATION: Christian Motorcyclists Association Morning Star Chapter 39 meets the first Monday of every month at Royal

Star Buffet, 2300 Freeway Drive, Mount Vernon.

Dinner at 6 p.m. (optional) with meeting at 7 p.m.

First-time attendees get a free dinner. Contact President Dwight Kaestner at 425-770-6154 or cmachapter39@gmail.com FLYSWATTER VOLLEYBALL: 9 a.m. Thursdays, Sedro-Woolley Senior Center, 715 Pacific St., Sedro-Woolley. All ages and levels of ability welcome. Free. 360-8551531.

TRAIL GUIDES, BIKE

MAPS & MORE: Learn about opportunities to be physically active in Skagit County, including trail guides, an activity tracker and local resources at beactiveskagit.org.

FREE IMPROV CLASS: Join a free, hour-long improv class from noon to 1 p.m. the first Saturday of every month at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham.

BACK COUNTY HORSEMEN OF WASHINGTON: Join the Skagit chapter of the Horsemen at 7 p.m. every second Tuesday of the month at Sedro-Woolley Eagles No. 2069, 1000 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley.

WORKSHOPS

RECREATION WITHOUT BORDERS: Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation offers trips around the region throughout the summer. Register at 360-336-6215 or mountvernonwa.gov.

THEATER

WAY NORTH COMEDY SHOWCASE: Skagit Valley’s monthly comedy showcase brings four top-tier Pacific Northwest touring comics to the stage before opening the stage to local talent. Shows are Sundays monthly, ages 18-plus and free at Farmstrong Brewing, 110 Stewart Road, Mount Vernon. Sign up at facebook.com/waynorthcomedy.

FREE ADULT ACTING CLASSES: Anacortes Community Theatre offers free acting classes for adults twice each month: 7 to 10:30 p.m. the first Tuesday, and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the third Saturday, at 918 M Ave., Anacortes.

Classes include monologue work, scripted scenes, improv games and more, with a different topic each month. Each class is independent, so you don’t have to commit to every session. 360-8400089 or freeadultactingclass.com.

ANTIQUE BIRD CARVING CLASS: 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 7-21, through the Burlington Parks and Recreation Department. $40, ages 14 and older.

Registration: 360-7559649.

MASTER GARDENER SPEAKER SERIES: Join the Master Gardeners of Skagit County for presentations on varieties of topics related to gardening at 6 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Central Skagit Library, 802 Ball St., Sedro-Woolley.

DAYS FOR GIRLS: The Anacortes Chapter of Days for Girls Sew Day is held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the second Friday of each month at Anacortes Lutheran Church, 2100 O Ave. Come be a part of creating a personal hygiene solution for girls and women worldwide.

Questions: anacortes@ daysforgirls.org.

WOOLLEY WRITERS GROUP: The Woolley Writers meet twice per month for workshops, exercises and breaking through blocks. Sessions are 5 p.m. first Tuesdays and third Wednesdays at the Central Skagit Library, 802 Ball St., Sedro-Woolley.

TOASTMASTERS: Early Risers Toastmasters 4617 meets at 6:45 a.m.

Tuesdays at the Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland Ave. 360856-5669.

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HOT TICKETS SHINEDOWN: July 26, Accesso Showare Center, Kent.

866-973-9613 or livenation. com.

LYNYRD SKYNYRD, BAD COMPANY: July 27, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn.

800-745-3000 or livenation. com.

NORAH JONES: July 27, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/ summer-concerts/list.

BORN OF OSIRIS: July 27, El Corazon, Seattle. 206-2620482 or elcorazonseattle. com.

BACKSTREET BOYS: July 29, Angel of The Winds Arena, Everett. 866.332.8499 or angelofthewindsarena.com.

PHILLIP LASITER’S PHILTHY FUNK: July 3031, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

KISW PAIN IN THE GRASS WITH SLIPKNOT, VOLBEAT, GOJIRA: July 30, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

DAVE CHAPELLE, JOE ROGAN: Aug. 2, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

KISW PAIN IN THE GRASS WITH DISTURBED, IN THIS MOMENT, FEVER: Aug. 2, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

WATERSHED FESTIVAL WITH JASON ALDEAN, ZAC BROWN, MIRANDA LAMBERT: Aug. 2-4, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

BOB JAMES, DAVID SANBORN & MARCUS MILLER: Aug. 3, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425488-1133 or ste-michelle. com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

KISW PAIN IN THE GRASS WITH ROB ZOMBIE, MARILYN MANSON, CORROSION OF CONFORMITY: Aug. 3, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

TOBY KEITH: Aug. 5, Angel of The Winds Arena, Everett. 866.332.8499 or angelofthewindsarena.com.

COUNTING CROWS: Aug. 7, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/ summer-concerts/list.

MUMFORD & SONS: Aug. 9, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

GIPSY KINGS: Aug. 9, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/ summer-concerts/list.

THE AVETT BROTHERS, LAKE STREET DIVE, TRAMPLED BY TURTLES: Aug. 10, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS, BLONDIE: Aug. 10, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/ summer-concerts/list.

WIZ KHALIFA,: Aug. 13, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

PRETTYMUCH: Aug. 15, Paramount Theater, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or livenation. com.

TRAVIS TRITT, CHARLIE DANIELS BAND: Aug. 15, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-7166000 or ticketmaster.com.

DANIEL CAESAR: Aug. 17, Showbox Sodo, Seattle.

888-929-7859 or showboxpresents.com.

311, DIRTY HEADS: Aug. 18, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

ZZ TOP: Aug. 21, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

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

SAMMY HAGAR: Aug. 23, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-7166000 or ticketmaster.com.

THE BLASTERS: Aug. 23, 25, El Corazon, Seattle.

DAVE CHAPELLE With Joe Rogan, Aug. 2, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

206-262-0482 or elcorazonseattle.com.

JOSH GROBAN: Aug. 24-25, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/ summer-concerts/list.

REO SPEEDWAGON: Aug. 29, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-7166000 or ticketmaster.com.

MACEO PARKER: Aug. 29-Sept. 1, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

STEVE MILLER BAND, MARTY STUART & HIS FABULOUS SUPERLATIVES: Aug. 30-31, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425488-1133 or ste-michelle. com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

BLINK 182, LIL WAYNE: Aug. 31, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

DAVE MATTHEWS BAND: Aug. 30-Sept. 1, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

HEART, JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS, ELLE KING: Sept. 4, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

IRON MAIDEN: Sept. 5, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

BON IVER, SHARON VAN ETTEN: Sept. 6, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

PINK MARTINI: Sept.

6, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/ summer-concerts/list.

CHRIS ISAAK: Sept.

7, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/ summer-concerts/list.

TONY BENNETT: Sept. 7, Paramount Theatre, Seattle.

360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

PATTI LABELLE, POINTER SISTERS: Sept. 8, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

DEEP PURPLE: Sept. 11, Paramount Theatre, Seattle.

360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

GARY CLARK JR.: Sept.

11, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/ summer-concerts/list.

WARBRINGER, ENFORCER: Sept. 12, El Corazon, Seattle. 206-262-0482 or elcorazonseattle.com.

DIANA KRALL: Sept.

12, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/ summer-concerts/list.

DIE ANTWOORD: Sept.

12, Paramount Theater, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW: Sept. 13, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-488-1133

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

MISFITS, THE DISTILLERS, THE DAMNED, CRO-MAGS: Sept. 14, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn.

800-745-3000 or livenation. com.

AVRIL LAVIGNE: Sept. 14, Paramount Theatre, Seattle.

360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

POST MALONE: Sept. 14, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

MARK KNOPFLER: Sept.

14-15, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

INCUBUS: Sept. 17, Paramount Theatre, Seattle.

360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

ELTON JOHN: Sept. 17-18, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

BRYAN ADAMS: Sept. 18, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

GHOST: Sept. 19, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

LARRY CARLTON: Sept.

19-22, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

ALICE IN CHAINS: Sept.

20, WaMu Theater, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or livenation. com.

EARTH, WIND & FIRE: Sept. 20-21, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425488-1133 or ste-michelle. com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

BOB SEGER & THE SILVER BULLET BAND: Sept.

21, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma.

800-745-3000 or livenation. com.

AIR SUPPLY: Sept. 21, Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom, Tulalip. 360-7166000 or ticketmaster.com.

GEORGE WINSTON: Sept.

22, McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon. 360.416.7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

BREAKING BENJAMIN, CHEVELLE, THREE DAYS GRACE, DOROTHY,

DIAMANTE: Sept. 22, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn.

800-745-3000 or livenation. com.

BANKS: Sept. 25, Showbox Sodo, Seattle. 888-9297859 or showboxpresents. com. ”AUSTEN’S PRIDE”: Oct. 4-27, 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. 206-625-1900 or 5thavenue.org.

NF: Oct. 5, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

THE ALCHEMY TOUR: Oct. 5, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

LOGIC: Oct. 8, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

PETER FRAMPTON: Oct. 9, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

JONAS BROTHERS: Oct. 12, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma.

800-745-3000 or livenation. com.

THE WHO, LIAM GALLAGHER: Oct. 19, T-Mobile Park, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

GLORIA TREVI: Oct. 19, Accesso Showare Center, Kent. 866-973-9613 or livenation.com.

HOZIER: Oct. 19, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

SARA BAREILLES: Oct. 22, WaMu Theater, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or livenation. com.

JON PARDI: Oct. 24, Paramount Theatre, Seattle.

360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

DRI: Oct. 26, El Corazon, Seattle. 206-262-0482 or elcorazonseattle.com.

ALESSIA CARA: Nov. 5, Moore Theatre, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

NILE: Nov. 21, El Corazon, Seattle. 206-262-0482 or elcorazonseattle.com.

THE BLACK KEYS: November 23, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

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Five culinary adventures to consider

By LYNN O’ROURKE HAYES FamilyTravel.com

Add a mouth-watering twist to your cultural exploration this summer: 1. NEW ORLEANS The kids will learn about more than just local cuisine when the family ventures to this coastal city that continues to survive against the odds. Snack on tasty beignets for breakfast. Savor po’boys or gumbo for lunch. Stroll through the French Quarter or visit the Children’s Museum to restore your appetite for dinner. Then sample from the wealth of Cajun or creole-style seafood that will be served with a smile in this friendly southern city.

The adventuresome in your group might opt for alligator on a stick. Enjoy the flavorful food with the sound of local jazz as your backdrop. neworleans.com

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2. SUPER FOODS IN PERU Teach the kids about super foods while sharing the amazing history of the Andes people. This country is home to grain-like and nutrient-rich quinoa and purple spuds, both considered sacred and said to have been cultivated for Incan royalty.

The color in the anti-oxidant laden potatoes comes from the same enzyme that gives blueberries their healthy hue. Mix these Peruvian diet staples in to your menu when planning a trek on the Inca trail en route to Machu Picchu. The water quality in Peru has not caught up with other aspects of the tourism infrastructure. Stick to bot-

3. ARTICHOKES IN ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Some go straight for the heart. Others enjoy dipping the leaves in tasty sauces.

Learn how to eat artichokes every which way at the Artichoke Cafe, a charming dining spot set in this southwestern city’s historic east downtown neighborhood.

Gather additional local intel by visiting the National Hispanic Cultural Center as well as the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Taste the local New Mexican cuisine, combining native chiles, corn, beans and squash, at one of many restaurants you’ll find in Old Town, Albuquerque’s

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300-year-old city center. artichokecafe.com; itsatrip. org 4. BARBECUE IN KANSAS CITY, MO. You won’t want to visit this Midwestern town without savoring a dry-rubbed, slowsmoked slab of barbecued ribs. Rich with history and local culinary tradition, the smoky goodness has been attracting travelers since the early 1900s. According to the Kansas City Barbecue Society, there are more than 100 establishments blending a mouth-watering combination of flavors and styles.

Among the favorites: Wabash BBQ, BBQ Shack, Gates BarB-Q, and Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue. visitkc.com

5. EAT LOCAL, EXPERIENCE GLOBAL Larger U.S. cities are often home to cultural enclaves where small, family-owned restaurants dish up healthy servings of authentic favorites, combined with a bit of history from the homeland.

When traveling to cities such as New York, Chicago, San Francisco or Miami seek out dining options in Little Italy, Chinatown or Little Havana, respectively. There, you can introduce the clan to more than just a good meal. littleitalynyc.com; miamiandbeaches.com/neighborhoods/little-havana – Lynn O’Rourke Hayes (www.LOHayes.com) is an author, family travel expert and enthusiastic explorer.

Local travel briefs OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Skagit Guided Adventures offers a variety of tours daily in the Skagit Valley and surrounding areas.

Reservations required: 360-474-7479.

SKAGIT SENIOR TOURS: Skagit Guided Adventures offers a variety of local nature and hiking day tours for seniors. Reservations required: 360-474-7479.

WHATCOM SENIOR TOURS: Sign up by calling 360-733-4030, ext. 1015, or visiting the tour office at 315 Halleck St., Bellingham.

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. 360-336-6215.

OAK HARBOR DAY TRIPS: The Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St., offers 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.

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‘Pavarotti’ 7:30 P.M. FRIDAY-SATURDAY, JULY 26-27 5:30 P.M. SUNDAY, JULY 28 7:30 P.M. MONDAY, JULY 29 From the filmmaking team behind the highly acclaimed documentary “The Beatles: Eight Days A Week — The Touring Years,” “Pavarotti” is a riveting film that lifts the curtain on the icon who brought opera to the people.

Academy Award-winning filmmaker Ron Howard puts audiences front-row center for an exploration of the legendary Luciano Pavarotti.

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Some 163 years later, the firm they establish — Lehman Brothers — spectacularly collapses into bankruptcy, and triggers the largest financial crisis in history. $18 adults, $16 seniors, $14 students.

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

Ferndale celebrates with Whatcom Old Settler’s Picnic FERNDALE — Join a centuries-old tradition at the Whatcom Old Settler’s Picnic at Pioneer Park this weekend.

The picnic will celebrate the history of the county and all those who call it home.

There will be live music, a parade, class reunions, a car show, a 5k run and more.

The fun starts Friday, July 26, at Pioneer Park and keeps going until Sunday, July 28.

The grand parade is at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, starting at the intersection of Washington Street and Third Avenue.

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NT Live: ‘The Lehman Trilogy’ 1 P.M. SUNDAY, JULY 28 The story of a family and a company that changed the world, told in three parts.

Academy Award winner Sam Mendes (“Skyfall,” “The Ferryman”) directs Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley and Ben Miles who play the Lehman Brothers, their sons and grandsons.

On a cold September morning in 1844 a young man from Bavaria stands on a New York dockside. Dreaming of a new life in the new world, he is joined by his two brothers and an American epic

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MOVIES

NEW THIS WEEK

MINI REVIEWS

Richard Dreyfuss sends ‘Astronaut’ into orbit

By RICK BENTLEY Tribune News Service

Writer-director Shelagh McLeod never gets too far away from the constant pull of sentimental gravity with her feature film “Astronaut” but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. There’s a place for movies like “Astronaut” that celebrate the wisdom of the ages, embrace the unbroken power of marital devotion and exalt the virtues of never giving up on a dream.

The dreamer is Angus (Richard Dreyfuss), a widower long past retirement age who struggles with the emptiness of life on a daily basis. His resolve is tested when the decision is made by his family to send him to a facility for older people where he has more time than ever to ponder the missed moments of his life. One of his biggest regrets is that he never had the chance to become an astronaut.

He faces a ramped-up version of his regrets when a national competition is announced with the winner to get a ticket for a trip to space on a vehicle designed and built by a private firm. Angus tries to ignore the competition because he’s well past the age limit. But the perpetual pushing by his grandson, Barney (Richie Lawrence), finally convinces Angus to take one more chance at keeping his dream alive even if winning the contest would be a death sentence due to his failing health.

Although the central hook of “Astronaut” is the potential trip into

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Richard Dreyfuss and Krista Bridges star in “Astronaut.”

space, McLeod shows with her first time writing and directing the good sense to give the project a broader orbit of appeal.

The heart of the film is all about family whether it is the beautiful way Dreyfuss plays his character’s pining for his true love to the interaction between grandson and grandfather.

That family element even bleeds into the facility where Angus lives as the group of mature residents show the kind of caring and bond for each other that goes directly to family core values. Just to keep things from getting to familiar, McLeod accents this world with a dash of “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” through the scenes featuring Angus and the man of few words, Len (Graham Greene).

The film’s best moments are those with Dreyfuss and Lawrence. Dreyfuss has put together a marvelous career playing

characters who have a crusty exterior guarding a soft inside. McLeod uses Lawrence to very slowly help peel away that exterior, giving Dreyfuss the chance to play a character who is deeply sympathetic but not someone who is demanding sympathy.

A big part of McLeod being able to direct Dreyfuss to that entertaining level comes from her own past. She had built up a long career in front of the camera before taking on this project and that experience is reflected in how she was able to get such solid acting efforts from everyone in the “Astronaut” cast.

McLeod also avoids the familiar plot holes that tend to spring up in a film where someone who is considered less capable of handling a task rises to the challenge. The easy approach would have been to have Angus turn into some kind of super candidate for the space

mission even without a solid explanation. McLeod does give Angus a heroic moment that is hinted at throughout the movie but it is so anchored in reality that anyone – old or young – will be able to relate to the moment.

All of this comes in a package that is more sentimental than a Hallmark card but never slips into a sugary coma because of Dreyfuss. His ability to give a sweet moment a gruff edge takes the overall project into a higher stratosphere of acting. McLeod’s casting of Dreyfuss takes what would have been a very mundane story and gives it an emotional life that is touching without slipping into the melodramatic.

There are places for movies like “Astronaut” and happily, McLeod has help fill that void with at least one solid entry.

– 1:27. Rated: Not rated.

HHH (out of four stars)

Compiled from news services.

Ratings are 1 to 4 stars.

“The Art of Self-Defense” — Jesse Eisenberg, a master at playing passive-aggressive, plays a sad sack who becomes obsessed with learning from his karate sensei how to become a real man. It’s a brutal and blunt satire of poisonously abusive masculinity, old-school gender stereotypes and our violence-soaked culture. Satire, R, 104 minutes. HHH “Into the Ashes” — This stylish and violent modern-day Western noir keeps us guessing throughout as to which of its key characters — a vengeful sociopath, a reformed bad guy, an upstanding sheriff — will still be standing after their paths cross in brutal, bloody fashion. It’s a good yarn filled with arresting visuals and solid performances. Crime drama, R, 98 minutes. HHH “Sword of Trust” — The owner of a Civil War sword (Jillian Bell) attempts to sell it to a pawnbroker (Marc Maron), entering them into a world of bigoted conspiracy theorists. Whimsical and sharply observed, this is one of those slice-of-life character studies where every conversation sounds plausible, even when the content grows increasingly absurd. Comedy, R, 89 minutes.

HHH½ “This Changes Everything” — This star-studded documentary about lingering sexism in the entertainment industry reminds us we’re still living in a world in which three out of four major movie roles go to men — the same percentage as in 1946. It is a rallying cry and an invitation for the viewer to join the movement for gender equality in Hollywood. HHH½ “The Farewell” — We recognize aspects of our own clan within the complicated, maddening, loving Chinese family (including Awkwafina as a 30-something raised in America) that gathers to celebrate the family matriarch but refuses to tell her she’s dying. This is a viewing experience to be treasured. It is one of the very best films of 2019. Rating: Drama, PG, 98 minutes.

HHHH “Lying and Stealing” — We’ve seen the story before, about a thief doing one last big job. But this slick, cool, mischievously dark and fast-paced B-movie thriller has two ridiculously attractive leads — Theo James and Emily Ratajkowski — and a strong and solid bench of familiar character actors spicing up the proceedings.

Crime thriller, R, 100 minutes. HHH “The Lion King” — Jon Favreau’s live-action/CGI remake of the Disney animated classic “The Lion King” is a solid and at times stunningly beautiful film with breathtaking attention to detail. The insanely talented duo of Donald Glover and Beyonce are great as Simba and Nala, Billy Eichner and Seth Rogen kill as Timon and Pumbaa, and the CGI version of Scar (Chiwetel Ejiofor) is a work of art. This “Lion King” rules. And roars. Fantasy adventure, PG, 118 minutes. HHH½ “Miss Arizona” — A pageant alum finds herself accompanying women from a shelter on a series of wacky and sometimes dangerous adventures. This is a justmiss, with much to admire but just too many predictable and needlessly over-the-top plot points. Comedy/ drama, no MPAA rating, 94 minutes. HH½

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MOVIES

REVIEW

‘Mike Wallace Is Here’ explores legendary newsman’s singular voice In the opening salvo of Avi Belkin’s biography of legendary TV reporter and “60 Minutes” star Mike Wallace, “Mike Wallace Is Here,” the iconic Wallace faces down Fox News blusterer Bill O’Reilly, disputing his journalistic stature. But O’Reilly has a killer comeback waiting for Wallace: “You’re the driving force behind my career,” he states, throwing Wallace off his feet, imperceptibly.

It’s a controversial notion, but a question that must be investigated. Do the hyperpartisan shouting matches of Fox News bear the DNA of legendary newsman Wallace, who struck fear into the hearts of many? Belkin argues they do, but also that no one does Wallace like Mike Wallace did.

Belkin’s film is an

uproariously entertaining and fast-paced documentary that seems to mimic the fiery, determined energy of its protagonist.

For those who knew Wallace as one of the elder statesmen of “60 Minutes,” the film takes its time introducing us to the young Wallace, an ambitious yet insecure young man who made his way from radio to TV. In the early, experimental days of the medium, he essentially invented the television news interview as we know it today: hard-hitting and often piercing personal questions, no publicity fluff.

Someone always had to do it first. Wallace, seeking to prove himself beyond game shows and cosmetics advertisements, took to the opportunity on “Night Beat” to try something new: hard-boiled and tough, puffing cigarettes

“Stuber” — Much of the credit for this buddy comedy’s success goes to the inspired pairing of action star Dave Bautista as a brooding cop and comedian Kumail Nanjiani as his mild-mannered Uber driver. It’s a little bit clunky, but the stars click and the action sequences are well-filmed and sometimes brutally funny. Action comedy, R, 93 minutes. HHH “Ophelia” — Hamlet’s love interest moves from the supporting ranks and takes center stage in a beautifully photographed and impressively staged but convoluted and over-the-top twist on Shakespeare. The magnetic Daisy Ridley leads a cast that also includes Naomi Watts

in a dual role. Drama, R, 114 minutes. HH½ “Midsommar” — A nightmare taking place mostly in the light of day, this gorgeous and weird and ludicrous horror film is set largely in an isolated Swedish village of wide-eyed locals and paganlike rituals. It tests our patience more than once before delivering some seriously grisly and wonderfully twisted material in the final act. Horror, R, 140 minutes.

HHH “Wild Rose” — In a mostly formulaic story about a working-class dreamer trying to make it big in Nashville, Irish actress Jessie Buckley proves she has the stuff to become a major Hollywood star. Dra-

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Mike Wallace in a scene from the documentary “Mike Wallace Is Here.”

while pinning his guests on their most sensitive subjects. It made Wallace a star, inspired copycats and started a revolution in television. He was subsequently scooped up

by CBS, where scrappy TV journeyman Wallace had to prove himself next to the likes of iconic TV journalists Walter

Cronkite and in the shadow of Edward R. Murrow.

Editing together archival footage (Wallace died in 2012), Belkin stitches together an interview with Wallace himself. Belkin balances the personal and the public of Wallace’s life, underpinning the shifts in his career with personal motivations. After the

tragic death of his son Peter in 1962, Wallace threw himself even more into serious journalism; his depression later on in his career also affected his work.

Wallace’s inner turmoil, starting in childhood, drove his desire to prove himself, to innovate, to get the story. He breathes the kind of journalistic ethos that puts the story above all else. But it’s also clear that a strong moral compass consistently kept him on track. Wallace pioneered the form of aggressive investigative TV reporting and deliciously suspenseful “gotcha” moments that later marked trashy news magazine reporting. But he always did so with a strong grasp of right and wrong, knowing how to punch up, not down (a clip from an interview with Nixon aide John Ehrlichman sweating

bullets is hilarious).

“Mike Wallace Is Here” illustrates the legacy and lasting impact of his work while bringing his intimate side to the fore.

It also serves as a sort of “greatest hits,” featuring interviews with Salvador Dali, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Richard Nixon, Bette Davis, Barbra Streisand, Oprah and most chillingly, Vladimir Putin. One is left with the impression of Wallace as a defining and singular voice who brought something to his dogged questioning that so many copycats are missing these days — elegance, gentlemanliness and a sense of staunch morality.

– 1:30. 90 minutes.

Rated PG-13 for thematic material, some violent images, language and smoking. HHHH (out of four stars)

At area theaters CONCRETE THEATER July 26-28 The Dead Don’t Die (R): Friday: 7:30 p.m.; Saturday: 5 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday: 5 p.m.

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ma, R, 101 minutes. HHH “Being Frank” — Infusing a terrible person with some John Candy likability, comedian Jim Gaffigan stars as a man keeping up two families, each secret from the other. The result is a funny and weird and occasionally insightful slice of a screwedup family life. Comedy, R, 110 minutes. HHH “Toy Story 4” — Woody

BLUE FOX DRIVE-IN Oak Harbor July 26-31 The Lion King (PG) and Avengers: Endgame (PG-13). First movie starts at approximately 9:20 p.m.

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(Tom Hanks), Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) and Co. return in this worthy addition to the “Toy Story” library, bringing back some of the most beloved characters in the history of animated film and introducing us to a fantastically entertaining new bunch of toys. Animated adventure, G, 100 minutes. HHHH “Late Night” — In this sweet and funny and insight-

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ful confection of a film, a new writer (Mindy Kaling) shakes up a stodgy talk show hosted by a veteran comedian (Emma Thompson). Nifty subplots help “Late Night” rise above the admittedly funny but sometimes predictable sitcom antics at the talk show. Comedy, R, 102 minutes. HHH “Shaft” — Nineteen years after Samuel L. Jackson

played the nephew of ‘70s blaxploitation hero John Shaft (Richard Roundtree), both return in arguably the least memorable entry in the history of the franchise.

The son (Jessie T. Usher) of Jackson’s character is the focus in a crass crime thriller played mostly for laughs that are few and far between. Comedy action, R, 111 minutes. HH

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