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40 years later, ‘Grease’ is still the word


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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.........................................14 “Pacific Rim Uprising”: The sequel to the 2013 Guillermo del Toro film, “Pacific Rim,” continues the story of what would happen if gigantic creatures called Kaiju came slithering into our world. The only way to battle the beasts is with gigantic robots known as Jaegers that are so huge it takes two pilots locked at the cerebellum to make it work. In the first film, the moody and dark Idris Elba was in charge of saving the world. The job has been handed down to his rebellious son, Jake Pentecost (John Boyega). There was a time when Jake was a promising Jaeger pilot, but he gave it up. It’s been 10 years after the war ended when Jake is forced back into the program. The timing is perfect because a new threat has surfaced that could end the world. “Pacific Rim Uprising” looks like a junior high drama department’s spring production of “Pacific Rim” where the story has been watered down, the actors are a pale imitation of the original team and action scenes come across as leftover bits from better action offerings. There’s a promise at the end of another film. “Pacific Rim

Uprising” is such a mess that the chance of another is more of a threat than a promise. “Alex & Me”: A family-friendly film that looks at what happens when teenager Reagan Willis (Siena Agudong) dreams of playing soccer like her hero, Alex Morgan, but faces huge issues. When Reagan fails to make the cut of the top local soccer club team and is humiliated by her rival, her dream turns into a nightmare. That changes when Reagan accidentally hits her head and the poster of Alex Morgan (playing herself) comes to life. Siena shows skill both on and off the field and anchors the movie. But, while Morgan brings a touch of reality to the project and does a passable job, it would have been a better strategy to have gone with a fictional sports star so an actor could take on the part. It would have made Siena’s work even better. “Midnight Sun”: Teen falls in love despite dealing with a condition that prevents her from going into the sunlight. “Masterpiece: Man in an Orange Shirt”: Story of star-crossed love between two soldiers, separated by time and honoring the 50th anniversary

of the decriminalization of homosexuality. “The Death of Stalin”: Follows the action of a tyrannical ruler’s inner circle in the days after the leader’s death. “In Syria”: Woman (Hiam Abbass) struggles to keep her family and neighbors safe by turning her apartment into a shelter. “The Best of Agatha Christie: Volumes 3 and 4”: Includes “Ordeal by Innocence,” ”Dead Man’s Folly” and “A Caribbean Mystery.” “Night of the Lepus”: Giant mutant rabbits are on the loose in the ’70s cult classic. “The Jazz Ambassadors”: Cold War and civil rights movement come together in a story of music, diplomacy and race. “Dark Matter: Season Three”: Six amnesiacs wake up on a deserted spacecraft in this sci-fi series. “Furious”: Knight leads the charge to avenge his love and his homeland. “The Swap”: Two teens switch lives. Peyton List stars. “Frat Pack”: When a young man travels to his mother’s wedding, he gets dragged on a decadent adventure with his new brothers-in-law. “Double Lover”: A love affair

Upcoming DVD releases Following is a partial schedule of DVD releases (dates subject to change): JUNE 26 n Tyler Perry’s Acrimony n The Endless n Gemini n Black Lightning: Season 1 n In Darkness n Spinning Man n Terminal n The Mick: The Complete Second Season JUNE 29 n Escape Plan 2: Hades – Tribune News Service

with a psychologist goes badly for a young woman. “Pressing On: The Letterpress Film”: Look at why the letterpress survived in a digital age. “Unsane”: Young woman is committed to a mental institution against her will, where she must face her biggest fear. BEING RELEASED ON DIGITAL HD ON JUNE 19 “Blockers”: Parents will do anything to stop their daughters’ prom night sex pact. Will be released on DVD and Blu-ray starting July 3. – Rick Bentley, Tribune News Service

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Tasty times at Berry Dairy Days in Burlington By KIMBERLY CAUVEL @Kimberly_SVH

Celebrating Skagit Valley’s agricultural bounty is a long-standing tradition at the annual Berry Dairy Days weekend festival in Burlington. In its 81st year, Berry Dairy Days promises opportunities to enjoy tasty treats made possible with local foods Friday through Sunday. Prominently featured is strawberry shortcake, a sweet treat that combines the event’s namesake fruit and cream. The weekend event also offers family fun including a parade, car show, run, music and fireworks. Kids activities are free, and food and crafts will be available for purchase. Offerings of strawberry shortcake will kick off the event Friday, with booths serving the delicacy at the Burlington Visitor Center, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave. starting at 11 a.m. Festivities will transition Friday evening to Skagit River Park, where strawberry shortcake will continue to be served alongside a Kiwanis salmon barbecue and other food vendors starting at 5 p.m. Live music will be played at the park from 7 to 10 p.m., interrupted only for the fireworks show at dusk. Saturday events will take place throughout town. Don’t miss the Grand Parade along Fairhaven Avenue at 11 a.m. — and another opportunity to indulge in strawberry shortcake at the Burlington Visitors Center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The celebration will wrap up Sunday back on Fairhaven Avenue with the Berry Cool Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

and, of course, a final offering of strawberry shortcake during the show. For more information, visit the Burlington Chamber of Commerce website at burlington-chamber. com/community-events/ berry-dairy-days. — Reporter Kimberly Cauvel: 360-416-2199, kcauvel@skagitpublishing. com, Twitter: @Kimberly_SVH, Facebook.com/ bykimberlycauvel ROAD RACES Saturday’s races will begin at Burlington Railroad Park, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave., between 7:30 and 8:30 a.m. for the half marathon and at 9 a.m. for the 5K and 10K. Advanced registration ranges from $15 to $30 depending on the length of race, and can be completed at active.com. Day-of registration begins at 7 a.m. at the park. SATURDAY’S LINEUP Burlington Visitor Center and Maiben Park, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave. ■ 10 a.m.: Strawberry Shortcake Booth opens. ■ 11:30 a.m.: Kiwanis Salmon Barbecue and free children’s activities open. ■ Noon: Live music begins. ■ 6 p.m.: All activities close. Railroad Park ■ 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Food and craft vendors, live music, free children’s activities and a magician. Skagit Speedway ■ 7 p.m.: Rolling Thunder Big Rigs show. Skagit River Park ■ 9:45 p.m.: Free outdoor showing of “Jumanji” on a 40-foot screen.

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ART AUCTION: Museum of Northwest Art’s 26th annual art auction will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 16, at the museum, 121 N. First St., La Conner. Enjoy a silent and live auction featuring art from regional artists, under the big tent next to the museum. The fun kicks off with the Tailgate Party on Friday, June 15. monamuseum.org. SPRING FEVER IN THE NW: The Good Stuff Arts Gallery, 604 Commercial Ave., Anacortes, presents a new collection that runs through June 30. The gallery is open seven days a week. thegoodstuffarts.com. LITTLE GEMS: Plein

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A WALK ALONG THE GARDEN PATH: Laurie Potter’s mixed media original works are featured during June at Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery, 311 W. Holly St., Bellingham. fourthcornerframes.com. PIETER VANZANDEN: Works by modern-future master of sculpture Pieter VanZanden are on display during June at Smith & Vallee Gallery, 5742 Gikey Ave., Edison. The gallery is open daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. DRIE CHAPEK AND MIKE SCOTT: View the abstract paintings of Drie Chapek alongside the turned-wood vessels of Mike Scott at i.e. gallery, 5800 Cains Court, Edison, which is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday. There will be an artists talk from 4 to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 16. EXHIBIT: “Skin” featuring work from local artists is open at Harian Stone Gallery, 5717 Gilkey Ave., Edison. htroc.com CULTURAL ARTS FESTIVAL: Allied Arts of Whatcom County and organizations throughout Whatcom County will host a Cultural Arts Festival on June 22-23 in Fairhaven. The Fairhaven Village Green, 1207 10th St., Bellingham, will be

Oleg Timofeyev and Jeffrey Cohan will play in the final performance of the Salish Sea Early Music Festival. By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

CONWAY — A performance by baroque lutenist Oleg Timofeyev and one-keyed baroque flutist Jeffrey Cohan will wrap up the 2018 Salish Sea Early Music Festival. The two will play reconstructions of music by esteemed lutenist Silvius Leopold Weiss at 7 p.m. today, June 14, at Fir-Conway Lutheran Church, 18101 Fir Island Road. Weiss rivaled Johan Sebastian Bach in improvisational skill. His work was the main hub for booths and performances with activities throughout Fairhaven focusing on the arts, music, performance, food, presentations and workshops. FRIENDS OF WIND AND WATER: Block prints by Francy Blumhagen are on display through July 2 at the

originally written with both lute and flute parts, the latter of which has been lost but reconstructed for this performance. Timofeyev was born to a musical family in Moscow, Russia, and, in addition to being a lutenist, is also a musicologist, guitarist and documentary film director and composer. Cohan, called by the Boston Globe “The Flute Master,” has performed throughout Europe, the U.S., Australia and New Zealand Suggestion donation: $15-$25 suggested, 18 and under are free.

Rob Schouten Gallery, 101 Anthes Ave., Langley. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekends and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. 360-222-3070 or info@ robschoutengallery.com. HARM + BOON: Honey Salon and Gallery, 310 W. Holly St., Bellingham, presents

“Harm + Boon,” a collection of photographs by Amanda Bettis inspired by the Jack Gilbert poem “Harm and Boon in the Meetings.” WILLIAM CUMMING: Forum Arts, 721 S. First St., La Conner, is hosting a rare exhibition of sketch work by Northwest Master William

Cumming from through July 8. Forum Arts is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday. 721forumarts.com. ARTWOOD GALLERY: Karen Healy, who works in wood and forged steel, is the featured artist in June at Artwood Gallery, 1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham. Meet the artist from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 22. She will also demonstrate wood-carving June 22-23 during the Whatcom Cultural Arts Festival. Artwood is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays. 360-647-1628, artwoodgallery.com; artwood@ qwestoffice.net. “SPRING HAS SPRUNG”: Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park, 2345 Blanche Way, Camano Island, is hosting “Spring has Sprung” through June 17. Artists include Liana Bennett, Deb McCunn, Mark Eaton, Dan Freeman, Ruth Hesse, Sharon Kingston, Janie Olsen, Donna Watson, Leon White and Hiroshi Yamano. There are also new sculptures by Josh Henrie, Kentaro Kojima, Dale Reiger and Leon White. JOHN YOUNG: Photographer John Young is the featured artist Wednesday through Sunday, June 13-17, at the Whatcom Art Market, 1103 11th Street, Bellingham. He will be on-site demonstrating his process from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 16-17. Regular hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.


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OUT & ABOUT DR. ANDREW LE: Pianist and Steinway artist Andrew Le will perform from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16, at Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. $25. jansenartcenter.org. MARK LEWIS QUARTET: Enjoy the jazz quartet with dinner on Wednesday, June 20, at the Camano Community Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m., music starts at 7 p.m. $35. camanocenter.org LA CONNER SOUNDS: The La Conner Live 2018 Sunday concert series features local and regional bands, with performances from 1 to 4 p.m. at Gilkey Square, Morris Avenue and First Street, in downtown La Conner. Free admission. members.lovelaconner. com/events/details/ la-conner-live-sunday-concert-series-06-03-2018-4777. n June 17: Chris Eger Band. n June 24: Blues Playground. n July 1: Skagit Swings All-Stars. n July 8: Stickshift Annie with Kimball and the Fugitives. n July 15: Janie Cribbs and the T Rust Band. n July 22: B’Nassa. n July 29: Brian Lee and the Orbiters. n Aug. 5: Mary McPage Band. n Aug. 12: Amigos Nobles. 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 June 14: Shannanigans. n June 21: Groovebot. n June 28: SpaceBand. n July 4: The Atlantics. n July 5: Miller Campbell. n July 19: Baby Cakes. n July 26: TBA. n Aug. 2: Mama Dirty Skirt. n Aug. 9: Staxx Brothers. 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. EAGLE HAVEN CONCERT SERIES: The Eagle Haven Winery presents its 2018 concert series, with performances throughout the summer 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 June 16: Prozac Mountain Boys, Queen’s Bluegrass, Rural Delivery, Birdsview Bluesgrass, 2 p.m.

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Band. n July 20: Austin Jenckes. n Aug. 3: Jumbled Pie. n Aug. 10: Margaret Wilder Band. n Aug. 17: Whiskey Fever. n Aug. 31: CC Adams Band. n Sept. 8: Birdsview Bluegrass. n Sept. 15: Jill Newman Blues Band. ALBANIE FALLETTA & RYAN GOULD: Early jazz and blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Albanie Falletta will team up with string bassist Ryan Gould for a reunion concert from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at the YWCA, 1026 N. Forest St., Bellingham. $18. GUEMES ISLAND SOLSTICE FEST: Celebrate the longest day of the summer from 3 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at Guemes Island General Store, 7885 Guemes Island Road, Anacortes. The festival kicks off an outdoor concert series and features several local bands and a beer garden. $10, ages 12 and under free. guemesislandgeneralstore. com. ROCK THE DEPOT: Local bands Buffet, Allyson Foster & Friends and Platonic Bondage will play a charity concert at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at the Depot Arts Center, 611 R Avenue, Anacortes. The event will feature food and drink vendors with all proceeds benefiting the Seattle Children’s Hospital uncompensated care fund. $10.

Christianson’s Nursery to host A Rosy Day Out By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

MOUNT VERNON — Christianson’s Nursery’s annual rose festival, A Rosy Day Out, returns for a day full of events from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 16, at Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road. Cisco Morris and John Christianson will talk roses as the keynote speakers at 3 p.m. The event welcomes anyone from amateurs and experts to submit their roses to be voted on in the categories Best In Show, Best Fragrant Rose and Best Floral Display. Roses can be submitted between 9 and 10:30 a.m. Winners will be chosen by Morris and Christianson, who will also award a $50 gift certificate. The event is free to the public and includes a day of rose-related activi-

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OUT & ABOUT BELLINGHAM FESTIVAL OF MUSIC: The 25th anniversary season of the Bellingham Festival of Music will take place June 30 through July 20. Subscriptions and single tickets to concerts are on sale. All concerts, except Chamber by the Bay, take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Western Washington University Performing Arts Center, with preconcert talks at 6:30 p.m. n June 30: Dvorak: “Carnival” Overture, Erich Wolfgang Korngold: “Violin Concerto” (1945), Stefan Jackiw, violin Brahms: “Symphony No. 1 in C-minor, Op. 68.” n July 1: The Calidore String Quartet in recital, Jeffrey Myers and Ryan Meehan, violins; Jeremy Berry, viola; Estelle Choi, cellist. Mozart: “String Quartet in D Major, K. 575.” Bartok: “String Quartet No. 5, Sz.102.” Beethoven: “String Quartet No. 9, Op. 59 No. 3.” n July 7: Irving Fine: “Toccata Concertante” (1947). Saint-Saens: “Piano Concerto No. 2.” Inon Barnatan, piano, Richard Strauss: “Don Quixote.” Steven Thomas, cello, and Christian Colberg, viola. n Chamber by the Bay: 4 p.m. July 8 (wine and hors d’oeuvres reception to follow) at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal. J.C. Bach: “Quartet for Oboe and Strings in B-flat” and Tchaikovsky: “Souvenir de Florence for String Sextet.” n July 11: Ralph Vaughan Williams: “The Lark Ascending” (played in memory of Frances LeCocq) with Richard Rob-

It’s a Garden Party in Mount Vernon By Skagit Valley Herald staff

MOUNT VERNON — The annual Summer Garden Party series returns to the Skagit Valley Co-op from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 16, in the Co-op’s Garden Center, 202 S. First St. The party brings local farmers and producers in-store for shoppers to meet and sample their goods. The event is free and family friendly. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with and try tastes from Shepard Moon Concoctions, Bow Hill Blueberries, Fidalgo Coffee Roasters, SodaStream and the Skagit Valley Food Co-op Deli and Meat Department. A plant sale will take place on Saturday and Sunday, June 16-17. The next two garden parties will be on July 14, and Aug. 18. More information: skagitfoodcoop.com.

erts, violin. Aaron Jay Kernis: Symphony No. 4 “Chromelodeon” (West Coast premiere). Tchaikovsky: “Rococo” Variations with Narek Hakhnazaryan, cello. Ravel: “Daphnis and Chloe, Suite No. 2.” n July 15: Mozart: “Symphony No. 35 in D major, K. 385.” Prokofiev: “Violin Concerto No. 1” with Simone Porter, violin. Schumann: “Symphony No. 2 in C major, Op 61.” n July 20: Poulenc: “Gloria.” Bellingham Festival Chorus with Maria Valdes, soprano. Berlioz: “Symphonie Fantastique.” bellinghamfestival.org. MUSIC IN THE PARK: The Penny

Stinkers will play a free, all-ages show from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at Pioneer Park, Ferndale. OFFICIALLY PNW SUMMER: Six local bands will perform an outdoor concert to celebrate summer from 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at The Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce St., Conway. All ages. 15$ advanced tickets; $20 at the door; ages 12 and under free.

LECTURES & TALKS

KIWANIS SPEAKERS: The Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon features guest speakers at every meeting at the Cottontree Convention

FIREFIGHTER STORY TIME: Children of all ages are invited to join the Burlington Fire Department from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 20, in Maiben Park, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington, for a half-hour story time. Free.

THEATER

“THE WOLVES”: Bellingham TheatreWorks will present Sarah DeLappes “The Wolves,” the 2017 Pulitzer finalist, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, June 7-10, at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $15.

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Center, 2300 Market St., Mount Vernon. Free; lunch available for purchase. n June 18: “Think outside the plastic bag” with Carol Sullivan. CHAIM BEZALEL & YONNAH BEN LEVY: Local artists Chaim and Yonnah, who have published five new books of art, poetry and essays, will speak at 6:30 p.m. today, June 14, at the Stanwood Library, 9701 21st St., Stanwood. JOHN SANDIFER: KOMO and KING TV broadcaster and producer John Sandifer will talk about his career at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 16, at Sedro-Woolley Museum, 725 Murdock St., Sedro-Woolley. San-

difer is a Sedro-Woolley High School graduate. He will sign copies of his book, “McGruff the News Hound,” sold in the museum gift shop. SOUND THE ALARM: Stanwood Library will present “Sound the Alarm for Southern Resident Orcas” at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 16, at the library, 9701 21st St., Stanwood. CAMANO WILDLIFE PROGRAM: Explore noxious weed control and improve your backyard habitat at this community program at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, at the Island County Multipurpose Center, 141 N East Camano Drive, Camano Island. 360-387-2236.

”NEVERWONDERLAND OF OZ”: “Neverwonderland of Oz,” an original Dancing for Joy production written by Kurt Vander Griend, will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 16-17, at Mount Baker Theater, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $15. mountbakertheatre. com. THEATRE EVENING WITH SISU CHILDREN’S FUND: An evening of food, beverages, silent auction and the play “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” will take place from 6 to 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 13, at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham. $40; proceeds benefit families in Whatcom and Skagit counties through Sisu Children’s Fund’s financial assistance towards medical bills.


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“50 YEARS OF MEMORIES”: Skagit County Historical Museum, 501 S. Fourth St., La Conner, will present the stories, people and places that make the museum so special, from June 15 through Aug. 19. $5 adults, $4 children and seniors.

Lewis headlines dinner-concert at Camano Center

LGBTQ COFFEE TALK: Black Drop Coffeehouse hosts an LGBTQIA social hour for the community from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturdays at 300 W. Champion St., Bellingham. SUMMER READING CHALLENGE: Village Books’ summer challenge will take place through Aug. 31. Challenge forms can be picked up at either the Fairhaven, 1200 11th St., Bellingham, or Lynden, 430 Front St., Lynden, locations. SALMON BARBECUE: Burlington-Edison Kiwanis will hold their annual Salmon Barbecue in coordination with the Burlington Berry Dairy Days from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 15, at Skagit River Park, and 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday June 16, at Maiben Park. $13 adults, $10 children. All proceeds help local children. 360-630-8316. WHAT’S THE POINT: What’s the Point naturalists will host an event exploring the low-intertidal world from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16, at Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve, 6770 Koehn Road, Blaine. A ROSY DAY OUT: Christianson’s Nurs-

Saxophonist Mark Lewis By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

CAMANO ISLAND — Seattle native Mark Lewis will take the stage with three other performers for the Summer Dinner Concert at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, at the Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road. Lewis, a jazz saxophonist and flutist, will be accompanied by Bill Anschell on the piano, Clipper Anderson on bass and Mark Ivester on drums. Lewis recently won second and third for his alto sax and flute performance, respectively, on his most recent album, “The New York Session,” at the 39th annual Jazz Station Awards. Dinner, which includes buttermilk fried chicken with sage gravy, scalloped potatoes and warm spinach salad, will be served at 6 p.m. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets: $35, camanocenter.org. ery will host its 15th annual Rose Festival from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 16,

at 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon. christiansonsnursery.com. 360-466-3821.

FIREWORKS: A fireworks show will begin at 10 p.m. Friday, June 15, at Skagit River Park, 1100 S. Skagit St., Burlington. burlingtonwa.gov. BERRY DAIRY DAYS: Burlington will celebrate the 81st annual Berry Dairy Days on June 15-17. The event will feature the area’s strawberries along with food and craft vendors, a salmon barbecue and live music. Other events include a grand parade at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 18, free showing of “Jumanji” on a 40-foot screen at 9:45 p.m. Saturday, June 16, and a car show at 10 a.m. Sunday, June 17. Visit berrydairydays.com for a complete schedule. COLT STARTING CHALLENGE: Watch as five experienced horse trainers gentle, start and ride five unbroken horses from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 15-16, at Butler Hill Equestrian Center’s Indoor Arena, 7478 Butler Hill Rd, Burlington. $15 adults; $5 ages 7-12; free for 6 and under. coltstartingchallengeusa.com. JUNETEENTH BELLINGHAM: Commemorate the 153rd anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 16, at Maritime Heritage Park, 500 W. Holly St., Bellingham. The free community event will feature a picnic, live music, step dance, food vendors, ASL interpreting and more. SUMMER GARDEN PARTY: Skagit Valley

Food Co-op invites all to the Co-op’s Garden Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 16, for a family-friendly event featuring local farmers and producers. Free. Skagit Valley Food Co-op, 202 S First St., Mount Vernon. FATHER’S DAY ON THE FARM: Celebrate Father’s Day with events starting at 8 a.m. Sunday, June 17, at Bellewood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. Buffet breakfast from 8 to 10:30 a.m., $7-11; GearHeads Car Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., free; Dad’s Ultimate BBQ from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 360-318-7720 or bellewoodfarms. com. PEACE RUN: The Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run, an international torch relay, will be in the Skagit Valley on Monday, June 18. The torch will arrive in Sedro-Woolley at 11 a.m. and depart at 11:30 a.m., arriving at Lyman and Concrete at approximately 3 p.m. The day’s run will conclude at Diablo. Everyone is invited to participate in this free event. peacerun.org. JUGGLERS WREN AND DELLA: Enjoy a family-oriented show of tricks and juggling routines at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 21, at the Burlington Visitor Center Amphitheater, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington. All ages. Free. ST. AIDAN’S FAMILY FUN NIGHT: Bring a picnic, blanket and chairs at 4 p.m. Friday,

June 22, to St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, 1318 SR532, Camano Island, for a night of family fun and viewing of “UP,” complete with a balloon launch at the end of the movie. Free. staidancamanoisland.org. IMAGINE THIS! HOME & LANDSCAPE TOUR: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 23. Features sustainable properties in Whatcom County. A self-guided tour costs $10; a VIP Bus Tour, with catered lunch, costs $45. whatcomhomeandlandscapetour.org. CAMANO WILDLIFE HABITAT GARDEN TOUR: Visit wildlife gardens at the 11th annual Camano Island Backyard Wildlife Habitat Garden Tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 23. Free. Pick up maps on event day at Island County Multipurpose Center, 141 N. East Camano Drive, Camano Island. camanowildlifehabitat. org. CRAB DASH: The sixth annual Camano Crab Dash 5K/10K Fun Run/Walk will take place from 7:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 23. Sign up at the Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, print a registration form from camanocenter.org or sign up at https:// runsignup.com/Race/ WA/CamanoIsland/ CamanoCrabDash. DARRINGTON TIMBERBOWL RODEO: 6 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, June 2324. Advanced tickets: $6-$9. timberbowlrodeo.com.


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Cup Show featured at art center in Lynden By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

LYNDEN — The sixth annual Cup Show is in full swing at the Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St. The exhibit features over 100 ceramic cups created by 44 artists from the U.S. and Canada. Judges’ Choice went to Mark Chuck from Kingsley, Pennsylvania, for his ‘Trout Yunomi’ cup. First place went to Chanakarn Semachai from Edinboro, Pennsylvania, for ‘Violet Dino Mug.’ The exhibit is on display until the end of August. The center is

MARK CHUCK

Trout Yunomi by Mark Chuck won Judges’ Choice at Jansen Art Center’s Cup Show.

open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

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GARDEN TOUR: Skagit Symphony’s 10th annual Garden Tour will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 24. The self-guided tour will feature gardens on Mount Vernon’s east hill. Information (including where to buy tickets in person): skagitsymphony.com. Tickets online: brownpapertickets.com. SPLISH SPLASH SUMMER BASH: The family event featuring games, face painting and a kids’ concert will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, at Comeford Park, 514 Delta Ave., Marysville. 360-363-8400 or marysvillewa.gov. TUNE TRIVIA: Join “Rockin’ Rockers” tune trivia at 5 p.m. Friday,

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Strawberry Shortcake All Weekend!

June 29, at Upper Skagit Library, 45770 B Main St., Concrete. Free. OAK HARBOR GARDEN TOUR & TEA: Tour six Oak Harbor gardens from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 30. $18. oakharborgardenclub.com. RODS & RIDES: The third annual Rods & Rides To Help Prevent Suicide Charity Run 2018 will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 30, at Viking Village, Stanwood. $20. LUCHAMANIA: Experience Lucha Libre-style wrestling for free at this family-friendly event from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at Maiben Park, Burlington.

FAIRHAVEN OUTDOOR CINEMA: Movies return to Fairhaven’s Village Green, 1207 10th St, Bellingham, this summer. $5, free for kids under age 5. fairhavenoutdoorcinema. com or 360-733-2682. n June 23: “The Goonies” with entertainment by banjo player Aaron J. Shay. n June 30: “Wonder Woman” with Kuungana marimba. n July 7: “Ferdinand” with live music by The Sweet Goodbyes. n July 14: “Jumanji” with cirque entertainers Wren & Della. n July 21: “The Greatest Showman” with Jules the Juggler. n July 28: “Coco” with cirque performer Strangely. n Aug. 4: “Thor:

Ragnarok” with cirque performer Clay Mazing. n Aug. 11: “The Sandlot” with Improv Playworks. n Aug. 18: “Black Panther” with touring musician Brian Ernst. n Aug. 25: “The Princess Bride” with special guests. mm 4/25/2018 MOVIES IN THE PARK: Burlington Parks and Recreation presents outdoor movies in the park at Skagit River Soccer Fields, 1100 S. Skagit St., Burlington. Bring camping chairs and blankets. Free. 360-755-9649. n June 16: “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” (PG-13) on a 40-foot screen, 9:45 p.m. n July 27: “Spider-Man Homecoming” (PG-13) on a 20-foot screen, 9:30 p.m.

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ON STAGE in the Skagit Valley and surrounding area June 14-21 Thursday.14

”A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”: 2 p.m., Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham. $8-$14. 360-733-1811 or bellinghamtheatreguild.com.

THEATER ”Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-2936829 or acttheatre.com.

”Neverwonderland of Oz”: 6:30 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $15. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre. com.

”Willy Wonka”: 7:30 p.m., Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor. $20. 360-679-2237 or whidbeyplayhouse.com.

COMEDY Way North: 7 p.m., Farmstrong Brewing, 110 Stewart Road, Mt Vernon. Ages 21-plus. farmstrongbrewing. com.

”A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”: 7:30 p.m., Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham. $8-$14. 360-733-1811 or bellinghamtheatreguild.com.

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COMEDY The GBU: 8 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $8. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.com MUSIC Lute & Flute: Silvius Leopold Weiss: 7 p.m., Fir-Conway Lutheran Church, 18101 Fir Island Road, Conway. $15-$25. salishseafestival.org.

Friday.15 THEATER ”Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-2936829 or acttheatre.com. ”Willy Wonka”: 7:30 p.m., Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor. $20. 360-679-2237 or whidbeyplayhouse.com. ”A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”: 7:30 p.m., Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham. $8-$14. 360-733-1811 or bellinghamtheatreguild.com. COMEDY An Improvised Musical: 8 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.com. Backyard Brawl: 10 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10. 360-733-8855 or theupfront. com.

Guffawingham: 9 p.m., The Firefly Lounge, 1015 N. State St., Bellingham. Ages 21-plus. thefireflylounge.com

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”A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham. $8-$14. 360-733-1811 or bellinghamtheatreguild.com. Check individual listings for times. Pictured (from left): Jeffrey Stiglitz, Paul Henderson II, Jim Larrison and David Bolden.

Whitty Bits: 8 p.m., Penn Cove Taproom, 103 S. Main St., Coupeville. Ages 21-plus. penncovebrewing.com.

Saturday.16 THEATER ”Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-2936829 or acttheatre.com. ”Willy Wonka”: 7:30 p.m., Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor. $20. 360-679-2237 or whidbeyplayhouse.com.

COMEDY An Improvised Musical: 8 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.com. Backyard Brawl: 10 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10. 360-733-8855 or theupfront. com. Comedy Nite featuring Nate Jackson: 9 p.m., The 202, 202 E. Holly St., Bellingham. $10. Ages 21-plus.

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”A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”: 7:30 p.m., Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham. $8-$14. 360-733-1811 or bellinghamtheatreguild.com.

THEATER ”Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike”: 2 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

”Neverwonderland of Oz”: 6:30 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $15. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre. com.

”Willy Wonka”: 2:30 p.m., Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor. $20. 360-679-2237 or whidbeyplayhouse.com.

Shakedown Punch Up: 7:30 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham. Ages 21-plus. shakedownbellingham.com

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Mark Lewis Quartet: 7 p.m., Camano Community Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano. $35. camanocenter.org.

Thursday.21 THEATER ”Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-2936829 or acttheatre.com. ”Willy Wonka”: 7:30 p.m., Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor. $20. 360-679-2237 or whidbeyplayhouse.com. ”A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”: 7:30 p.m., Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham. $8-$14. 360-733-1811 or bellinghamtheatreguild.com. 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 June 14-21 Thursday.14

Dane Dudley: 7 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. aneliaskitchenandstage. com. Trish Hatley: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Free. 360588-1720 or anacortesrockfish.com. Queens Bluegrass: noon and 6 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. Free. 360354-3600 or jansenartcenter.org. Shannanigans: 5 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-3923100 or hotelbellwether. com/featured/bluesbrews-bbq. William Pint & Felicia Dale: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

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Troy Fair Band: 7 p.m., Skagit River Playfields, 1100 S. Skagit St., Burlington. burlingtonwa.gov. Taylor Vidic: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. aneliaskitchenandstage. com. Baby Cakes, The Dirty Ferns: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. $7. 360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

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BABY CAKES 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. $7. 360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

North by Northwest: 8:30 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360-422-6411. Scott Pemberton Band: 7 p.m., Guemes Island General Store, 7885 Guemes Island Road, Anacortes. $10. guemesislandgeneralstore.com The Davanos: 8 p.m., Loco Billy’s, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $8. 425-7375144 or locobillys.com. Tommy Lee Bolser: 6:30 p.m., Mount Vernon Elks Lodge, 2120 Market St., Mount Vernon. Members and signed-in guests only. 360-848-8882. Ronny Nix Live: 7 p.m., La Conner Sips, 608 S. First St., La Conner. 360-610-9773. Blue Moon Marquee: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

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Prozac Mountain Boys, Queen’s Bluegrass, Rural Delivery, Birdsview Bluegrass: 2 p.m., Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley. 360-856-6248 or eaglehavenwinery.com/ events. Heron and Crow: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. aneliaskitchenandstage. com. Knut Bell: 8:30 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360422-6411. Dr. Andrew Le: 7:30 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. $25. 360-3543600 or jansenartcenter. org. Harvey Creek Band: 9 p.m., Loco Billy’s, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $8. 425-737-5144 or locobillys.com.

Fanny Alger: 10 p.m., Brown Lantern Ale House, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360-293-2544 or brownlantern.com. The Dizzys: 8:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360-766-6266 or theoldedison.com. Brian Lee & The Orbiters: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com. Fantasy Band: 3 p.m., The Beach at Birch Bay, 7876 Birch Bay Drive, Blaine. 360922-0816.

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

HARVEY CREEK BAND 9 p.m., Loco Billy’s, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $8. 425-737-5144 or locobillys.com.

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Derringer Darlings: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Free. 360588-1720 or anacortesrockfish.com. Nick Anthony: 7 to 9 p.m., Evelyn’s Tavern, 12667 Highway 9, Clear Lake. 360-399-1321. Ebb, Slack and Flood: 8:30 p.m., H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. anacortesh2o.com or 360-755-3956. Mark Lewis Quartet: 7 p.m., Camano Community Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano. $35. camanocenter.org.

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

Joe and Carol Young: noon, Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. Free. 360354-3600 or jansenartcenter.org. Paul Klein: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $7. 360445-3000 or conwaymuse.com. Groovebot: 5 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com/ featured/blues-brewsbbq.


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LOOKING AHEAD

CHILDREN’S ART FESTIVAL: Enjoy children’s entertainment, hands-on arts and crafts, face painting and more from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at Hillcrest Park, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon. WASHINGTON DECORATED EGG SHOW: Enjoy hundreds of decorated eggshells and demonstrations on Egg Art from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 28-29, at Best Western Plus Skagit Valley and Convention Center, 2300 Market St., Mount Vernon. DOWNTOWN SOUNDS: Bellingham’s free, outdoor concert series returns for its 14th season. Concerts are from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays on the 1300 block of Bay Street, featuring a beer garden, food vendors and more. downtownbellingham. com n July 11: Acorn Project with Hot House Jazz Band. n July 18: Dirty Ferns with Petty or Not. n July 25: Tatanka with Mr. Feelgood & the Firm Believers. ERIC HERMAN & THE PUPPY DOGS: The trio will perform at noon Wednesday, July 11, at Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville, in the first concert of the Children’s Summer Concert Series hosted by Marysville Parks, Culture and Recreation. POPCORN IN THE PARK: Marysville Parks, Culture and Recreation’s Popcorn in the Park

Marysville celebrates strawberries with festival

SUSAN CHASE-FOSTER: Local poet, writer and illustrator Susan Chase-Foster will present poems and images from Taiwan at 7 p.m. Friday, July 6, at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham. She will read from her new book “Xiéxié Taipei.”

By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

MARYSVILLE — It’s strawberry season in Marysville again. The Marysville Strawberry Festival continues on Saturday, June 16, at Asbery Field, 449 Alder Ave. There will be a grand parade, kiddie parade, talent show, fashion show, berry run, market and more. The festival is free, though some events may cost. The “Funtastic Carnival” runs today through Sunday, June 14-17, at Marysville Middle School, 4923 67th St NE. For a full schedule of events, visit maryfest.org. Outdoor Movies return beginning Saturday, July 14. Movies begin at dusk and vary in length and rating. Free. Jennings Park Ballfield, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville. n July 14: “Despicable Me 3” (PG). n July 21: “Jumanji” (PG-13). n July 28: “Cars 3” (G). n Aug. 4 “Wonder Woman” (PG-13). n Aug. 11: “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (PG-13). MOUNT VERNON CONCERT SERIES: The 2018 Mount Vernon Riverwalk Concert Series will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays during the summer at the Riverwalk in downtown Mount Vernon. Free admission. 360428-8547 or mountver-

July 28, Eaglemont Golf Course, 4800 Eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon. Local bands include The Chris Eger Band, Gin Gypsy, Whiskey Fever, and Tighty Whities. Ages 21-plus. $50-100.

nonchamber.com. n July 12: The Fabulous Roof Shakers. n July 19: Janie Cribbs and the T.Rust Band. n July 26: Chris Eger Band and the Powerhouse Horns. n Aug. 2: Knut Bell and The 360s. n Aug. 9: The Atlantics. n Aug. 16: Soulfunktion. n Aug. 23: Bobby Holland and the Breadline. n Aug. 30: The Sky Colony. MUSIC IN THE PARK: Sky Colony will play a free, all-ages show from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 14, at Pioneer Park, Ferndale. ROCK THE ‘MONT: 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday,

FIREFIGHTER STORY TIME: Children of all ages are invited to join Burlington Fire Department from 10:30 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 18, in Maiben Park, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington, for a halfhour story time. Free. FOURTH OF JULY IN LA CONNER: 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 4, La Conner Marina, 613 N 2nd St., La Conner. Feature live music, beer and fireworks. Free. FABULOUS FOURTH OF JULY: 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, July 4, 600 Behrens Road, Mount Vernon. STORY TIME STRETCHES AND CRAFTS: Enjoy story time, yoga activities and summer crafts from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 7, at Marblemount Community Hall, 60155 Highway 20, Marblemount. CONCRETE YOUTH DAY: Noon to 3:30 p.m. Friday, July 13, Veterans Park, Main Street, Concrete. There will be

field games, hands-on activities, live music, entertainment, food and drinks. Free. SKAGIT VALLEY HIGHLAND PARK GAMES: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 14, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 15. Piping and drumming, Highland dance, athletic competitions, sheepdog trials, beer and whisky tent, culture and clan booths, children’s activities, live music and more family fun. Tickets $50, discounts available at celticarts.org/celticevents/2018-games. SHADES OF THE NORTHWEST: Woolley Fiber Quilters will present their ninth annual quilt show, “Shades of the Northwest,” from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday, July 13-15, at Cascade Middle School, 905 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley. Admission: $3. woolleyfiberquilters. blogspot.com. CRUISE INTO THE SKAGIT: The first Skagit Casino Resort Car Show will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 15, at The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 North Darrk Lane, Bow. The family-friendly event will feature music, raffle and prizes. Free registration; registered participants receive T-shirts and prizes. 360-724-0106 or theskagit.com. SHIPWRECK DAY: The 38th annual Shipwreck Day, featuring vendors selling everything from garage sale items to antiques, will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21,

in downtown Anacortes. 360-299-9390. BELLINGHAM NIGHT MARKET: Stroll through the streets and sample specialty food from local businesses from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 21, in downtown Bellingham. SUMMER GARDEN PARTY: Skagit Valley Food Co-op invites all to the Co-op’s Garden Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 16, for a family-friendly event featuring local farmers and producers. Free. Skagit Valley Food Co-op, 202 S First St., Mount Vernon. FIDALGO SCHOOL REUNION: A reunion to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Old Fidalgo School on March Point will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 28, at the new Fidalgo School, 13590 Gibralter Road, Anacortes. BURLINGTON SUMMER NIGHTS CONCERT SERIES: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday nights in July and August at the Burlington Visitor Center Downtown Amphitheater, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave. Free. 360-755-9649. n July 6: Michelle Taylor Band. n July 13: Prozac Mountain Boys. n July 20: Market Street Dixie Jass Band. n July 27: Gin Gypsy. FIELD GAMES: The City of Ferndale will host an afternoon of field games from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at VanderYacht Park, 1900 Washington St., Ferndale. All ages and abilities welcome.


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Northwest Run Walk for Epilepsy on Saturday By Skagit Valley Herald staff

BELLINGHAM — Lake Padden welcomes runners and walkers exercising in support of the Epilepsy Foundation Northwest on Saturday, June 16. The event will start

at 11 a.m. at the east entrance of Lake Padden, 4882 S. Samish Way, Bellingham, preceded by a kickoff ceremony and followed by a celebration ceremony. Bellingham is one of 11 cities in the Northwest taking part in this charitable run/walk and has

raised over $1,000 for the organization so far. “Virtual walkers” can register for $20 and support the Epilepsy Foundation Northwest without having to leave home. Those who wish to make the loop around the lake can register for $35 at nwrunwalk.org.

Father’s Day on the Farm By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

LYNDEN — BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, will celebrate Father’s Day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 17. Kids can treat dad to a breakfast buffet ($7 kids, $10.95 adults). More food will be available at 11 a.m. at Dad’s Ultimate BBQ, which will grill up classic dad

favorites until 3 p.m. A car show featuring over 100 classic cars will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Two dozen trophies will be awarded along with over $4,000 in raffled-off prizes. To register for the car show ($15), visit bellewoodacres.com. More information: bellewoodfarms. com.

A patriotic celebration of intertwined liberation By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

BELLINGHAM — On June 19, 1865, the Emancipation Proclamation became officially enforced. Now, 153 years later, the liberation will be commemorated from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 16, at Maritime Heritage Park, 500 W. Holly St., Bellingham. The event celebrates National Freedom Day and the achievements and accomplishments of African Americans and those who helped create civil liberty in history. The free event will feature a community picnic, live music, vendors, community open mic and more. Local band Groovebot will fill the park with funk, soul and R&B covers. Later a gospel choir will take the stage. Organizers describe the event as a patriotic celebration of intertwined liberation. The park is wheelchair accessible and will have an ASL interpreter.

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Summer destinations that offer adventure, memories By LYNN O’ROURKE HAYES FamilyTravel.com

Here are five summer destinations that promise to deliver family adventure and magical memories: 1. Half Moon, Montego Bay, Jamaica: Find your way to this iconic Caribbean resort, where you’ll discover a multitude of ways to enjoy family time within 400 beachfront acres. Young guests are greeted with their own welcome drink and invited to discover the Anancy Children’s Village, a play area for ages 3 to 12 and designed to showcase Jamaica’s rich heritage through storytelling and island-style activities. Settle into individual rooms, suites or villas before choosing from a menu of activities that include a round of golf on the Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed 18-hole championship course, tennis and water sports such as scuba diving, parasailing, wakeboarding and tubing. The use of kayaks, pedal boats, standup paddleboards and snorkeling gear are included in your stay. You’ll want to experience a beach BBQ to sample local specialties including a variety of jerk dishes. While dining, you’ll be treated to steel band and congo drum performances, fire-eaters, dancers and even crab racing. halfmoon.com 2. The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colorado: Known for its impeccable service and stunning views, this five-star resort has offered

Grand Marais, Minnesota

up its special brand of Western hospitality for nearly a century. Its topnotch, golf program draws national tournaments (including the 2018 Senior Open) as well as families eager to enjoy the storied game. With Rocky Mountain grandeur as your backdrop, choose from three courses, each providing unique challenges and enjoyment. Kids 12 and under play free with a paying adult after 2 p.m. Ask about complimentary Sunday afternoon family golf clinics and unlimited weekday golf packages. Beyond the links, families enjoy hiking, horseback riding, resort-style pools, bowling, boating and tennis. Several family packages are available including the Grand Memories package designed for multigenerational vacations. broadmoor.com; colorado.com 3. Grand Marais, Minnesota: Located on the shores of Lake Superior, this friendly, harborside village blends an artistic, creative vibe with an adventurous spirit. Home to nationally renowned

artist schools and galleries, Grand Marais also serves as the gateway to the Gunflint Trail National Scenic Byway and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Hike Pincushion Mountain, set sail on Superior or bike along the shoreline. Plan a side trip down the historic Gunflint Trail where you’ll have the option to paddle across glacier-carved lakes, hike through ancient forests, fish for Walleye and sample Northwoods hospitality. gunflint.com; visitcookcounty.com; onlyinmn.com 4. Montauk, New York: Head to the east end of Long Island, just beyond the famed Hamptons, for a relaxed experience in a beachy enclave where fishermen, surfers, urban hipsters and families easily mix in the salty air. Stroll along the docks to witness (and later sample) the arrival of the day’s fresh catch, as tony yachts and the occasional sightseeing boat, spouting the area’s seafaring history, inch into the harbor. On your way to or from Montauk, enjoy a casual lunch at the Clam Bar, a

family-favorite, open-air seafood shack, where platters of fried clams might call your name. Stay at the historic Montauk Yacht Club Resort, where all things nautical will serve as your holiday backdrop. A children’s playground, volleyball and tennis courts, SUP, kayaks and fishing expeditions provide plenty of opportunity for family fun. discoverlongisland.com; montaukyachtclub.com 5. Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort, Puerto Rico: Reopened since March 1, 2018, following a brief posthurricane closure, this lush, oceanfront resort is adjacent to the El Yunque National Rainforest and the Mameyes River where eco tours are possible. With two beachfront pools, a water sports center and access to a mile-long stretch of sand adjacent to turquoise waters your challenge will be choosing your sunny home base for the day. Kids can look forward to iguana feeding, bird walks, salsa dancing and cooking classes as well as face painting and arts and crafts. Sporting families will want to check out the tennis center, two worldclass golf courses and the spa and fitness center. Ask about family packages. wyndhamriomar.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

Local travel briefs 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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GET INVOLVED

ART

CALL FOR ARTISTS: The Friends of the Anacortes Library’s Art Committee is launching a new art exhibit program in the community room of the Anacortes Public Library. Artists from the 98221 zipcode may submit digital photos of their two-dimensional art for consideration. Email folartcommittee@gmail. com for details. CALL FOR ARTISTS: Skagit Art Association, sponsor of Art in the Pickle Barn, is seeking new artists. A meeting will be held at 7 p.m. today, June 14, at 300 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington. Call LaVonne at 360-840-6436 with questions. CALL FOR QUILT SHOW ENTRIES: Woolley Fiber Quilters is accepting registration for quilts to be displayed in the annual quilt on July 13-15 at Cascade Middle School, 905 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley. Pick up a hard copy of the form at Cascades Fabrics, 824 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley, or download one at woolleyfiberquilters. blogspot.com. Entry forms due June 29.

ART CLASSES

MARY KAY SIP & PAINT: 6 p.m. Thursday, June 28, Tulip Valley Winery, 16163 Highway 536, Mount Vernon. $33. KREATE WITH KARA: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 11, Olde Town Grainery Tea Room & Galleria, 100 E Montgomery St., Mount

Vernon. No experience necessary. $30.

noon every Friday. Free and open to all.

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. n Clay Birds Nests: Parent and child ceramics class, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16. n Coptic Exposed: Stitch Binding: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 23. $95. n Ceramic Gnomes: Ages 8 and older, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, June 29. $3. n Ceramic Garden Masks: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 30. $4.

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.

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. 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

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

”ANNIE”: Open auditions, ages 5 and older. Auditions at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, July 10-11, Lincoln Theatre. Prepare one song and monologue. Register: bit.ly/TAGAnnieAuditions2018.

BOOKS

TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM: Burlington Public Library is extending its summer reading program to teens, starting on Monday, June 11. The program encourages reading for ages 1318 with chances to win prizes. Events will also be hosted at the library, 820 E. Washington Ave., Burlington. n Paint and Sip: 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 19. Pre-registration is required. n Improv with the Upfront Theatre: 3 p.m., Monday, July 9. Pre-registration is required. n Teen Battle of the Bands: 5 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 15. Bands must apply at the library by 5 p.m. Monday, July 23.

DANCE

BEGINNING LINE DANCING: 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Burlington Community Center, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. $6 dropin, $25 for five classes. Adults and teens 13 and older. Register: burlingtonwa.gov/recreation or 360-755-9649. 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. Instruction begins at 7 p.m., followed by review and request dances until 9:30. First session free, $5 thereafter. No partners needed. Gary or Ginny, 360766-6866. 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

SUMMER SOLSTICE SING: Bring an instrument and your voice for this acoustic lawn jam session at 5 p.m. Friday, June 22, at Upper Skagit Library, 45770 B Main St., Concrete. B’TOWN BATTLE OF THE BANDS: Teen bands will perform at the Downtown Burlington Visitors Center Amphitheater on Wednesday, Aug. 15. Band members must be between 12 and 19. Apply: Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave., or email jennyc@burlingtonwa.gov. 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 Washing-

ton 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. 360-2233230. 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. LOVE TO SING?: 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.


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HOT TICKETS PURPLE XPERIENCE: June 16, Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com. VIOLA DAVIS: June 18, McCaw Hall, Seattle. 844827-8118 or uniquelives. com. CHRIS BROWN: June 19, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com. JIMMY BUFFETT: June 23, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS: June 23, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com. DEAD & COMPANY: June 29, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-7453000 or livenation.com. CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVISITED, BLUE OYSTER CULT: June 29, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com. COUNTING CROWS: June 29, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. FLORENCE + THE MACHINE: June 29, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. DUA LIPA: July 2, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. HARRY STYLES: July 7, KeyArena, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation. com. PENTATONIX: July 14, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com. MELISSA ETHERIDGE, LEANN RIMES: July 14, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com. BRIT FLOYD: July 14, Paramount Theatre,

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MELISSA ETHERIDGE July 14, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com. Seattle. 360-745-3000 or livenation.com. CHRIS STAPLETON: July 21, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. PHISH: July 22, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. FOREIGNER: July 27, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com. WATERSHED WITH BRANTLEY GILBERT, BRAD PAISLEY, BLAKE SHELTON: Aug. 3-5, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. ISLEY BROTHERS, POINTER SISTERS: Aug. 3, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com. MOUNT BAKER R & B FESTIVAL: Aug. 3-5, Deming Log Show fairgrounds, Bellingham. bakerblues. com ortickettomato.com/ event/5325. WEEZER, THE PIXIES: Aug. 4, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com. PEARL JAM: Aug. 8, 10, Safeco Field, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation. com. DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES, TRAIN: Aug. 11, KeyArena, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation. com. CLINT BLACK, SARA EVANS: Aug. 16, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com. KID ROCK: Aug. 18, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com ALICE COOPER: Aug. 19, Angel of The Winds Area, Everett. 866.332.8499 or angelofthewindsarena.com. LADY ANTEBELLUM, DARIUS RUCKER, RUSSELL DICKERSON: Aug. 15, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com. STYX: Aug. 23, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com. SLAYER, LAMB OF GOD, ANTHRAX, TESTA-

MENT: Aug. 23, Sunlight Supply Amphitheatre, Ridgefield. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. 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. 800745-3000 or kiswpaininthegrass.com. AVENGED SEVENFOLD, PROPHETS OF RAGE, THREE DAYS GRACE: Aug. 26, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or kiswpaininthegrass.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. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. ROD STEWART: Sept. 1, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com. GAME OF THRONES LIVE CONCERT EXPERIENCE: Sept. 6, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. EVANESCENCE, LINDSAY STERLING: Sept. 7, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com. DWIGHT YOAKAM, JOE NICHOLS: Sept. 8, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com. 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. JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS, CHEAP TRICK: Sept. 19, Washing-

ton 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. 21, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com. GABRIEL IGLESIAS: Sept. 22, Washington State Fair, Puyallup. 888-559-3247 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. 800-7453000 or livenation.com. TROYE SIVAN: Nov. 7, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com. GOO GOO DOLLS: Nov. 13, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-7453000 or ticketmaster.com. JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE: Nov. 12-13, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.RON RON WHITE: Nov. 17, Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom, Tulalip. 360716-6000 or ticketmaster. com.


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NEW THIS WEEK

MINI-REVIEWS

‘Incredibles 2’ ends up being slightly overdone By RICK BENTLEY Tribune News Service

After his highly successful feature film “The Incredibles” picked up the Oscar for best animated film in 2004, director/ writer Brad Bird (“Iron Giant”) said he would make a sequel once he had the right idea. It’s been 14 years, and Bird finally has hatched an idea that resulted in the follow-up to the tale of the superhero family. Bird should have spent a little less time pondering what to do with the Parr family. Because while “Incredibles 2” is a fun family film, the multiple storylines Bird has woven through the production often get tangled. A little more simplicity would have lifted “Incredibles 2” from good to the incredible status of the first film. The central story that should have been the focus picks up immediately after the end of the first movie. Those with superpowers are living in a world where they are forbidden by law to use their skills. But that hasn’t stopped the mom and dad team of Mr. Incredible (Craig T. Nelson) and Elastigirl (Holly Hunter), plus their children Violet (Sarah Vowell) and Dash (Huck Milner) from fighting crime. The only thing slowing them down is

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baby Jack-Jack, who needs constant attention. Things might be changing, as the family is approached by a fast-talking Winston Deavor (Bob Odenkirk) who — with the help of his tech-minded sister, Evelyn (Catherine Keener) — wants to change the way people look at superheroes. His plan is a well-planned publicity campaign that will feature Elastigirl. How Elastigirl handles the pressure of being in the spotlight and the strain of her being away puts on the family are strong enough building blocks to carry the movie. But the central strength of the family dynamic gets pushed down by less interesting plot threads of young love gone wrong, a cautionary tale of technology, sibling rivalries and a bevy of new characters with superpowers. The only one of the new characters that is developed enough to be

interesting is Voyd (Sophia Bush), whose kryptonite is teen angst. The one additional story thread that works has to do with Jack-Jack’s budding powers. Whether it be a training session with the haute couture designer Edna (voiced by Bird) or the standout battle between the laser-shooting, dimension-hopping, fire-throwing baby and a raccoon, Jack-Jack steals the show. That’s partly because the baby is funny and interesting enough to command his own movie, and partly because the rest of the script has gaping holes that scream out for a savior like Jack-Jack. One of the advantages of the 14-year gap is technology has dramatically advanced. “Incredibles 2” has a visual richness that makes each frame explode with color, texture and design. It is a beautifully shot production, down to the tiniest hair on a character’s head.

Had Bird not taken advantage of the passing years to keep adding layers to the story, “Incredibles 2” would have lived up to the power and beauty of the original film. As it is, the sequel comes across strong, but not as super as a decade-plus wait would suggest. Fans of “The Incredibles” should plan on showing up late at the theater. The short that accompanies the feature film, “Bao,” is by far the biggest miscue in the history of Pixar. The story of a Chinese-Canadian woman who raises a dumpling when it comes to life features uninspired animation, a script that is so muddled it takes a team of experts to explain what’s happening and an event that is so disturbing, young children should not be allowed to see it. Watching that moment is like seeing the Pillsbury Doughboy being tossed in the oven and served with Thanksgiving dinner. Director Domee Shi became so engaged in small details like making sure the way the main characters makes dumplings is authentic as possible that key story elements are either left out or presented in such a convoluted manner, many will miss the points. – 1:58. Rated PG for action scenes. HHH (out of four stars)

Compiled from news services. Ratings are 1 to 4 stars. “211” — As a small-town cop caught up in gunfights with heavily armed robbers, Nicolas Cage delivers a disappointingly even-keeled performance in a film that is in dire need of ferocious overacting. This muddled, trigger-happy heist movie brims with cliches while constantly trying our patience. Crime action, R, 86 minutes. HH “Hotel Artemis” — Sterling K. Brown, Sofia Boutella and Jeff Goldblum are among the actors playing criminals seeking help at an underground hospital for the lawless, run by The Nurse (Jodie Foster) in 2028 Los Angeles. Positive points for trying to achieve something original, but the analogies and life lessons are all too predictable and familiar. Sci-fi thriller, R, 93 minutes. HH “Ocean’s 8” — Sandra Bullock and Cate Blanchett star in a solid if somewhat underwhelming caper similar in tone and style to the “Ocean’s” trilogy of the early 2000s. But while the gifted cast has firepower and charisma, “Ocean’s 8” is more of a smooth glide than an exhilarating adventure. Rating: Crime adventure, PG-13, 110 minutes. HH½ “Hereditary” — Toni Collette deserves Oscar consideration for her great work as a woman convinced her mother is trying to reach out from beyond the grave to destroy her family. The shock moments in this horror film are truly stunning, and grotesque, and bizarre — and they will stay with you long after you’ve gone home for the night. Horror, R, 123 minutes. HHHH “Adrift” — From the food rationing to the primitive wound-stitching, we get a number of familiar moments in this lost-at-sea adventure. Shailene Woodley stars as a woman trying to repair a battered boat and get her injured fiance (Sam Claflin) to safety, and it’s a well-tailored showcase for her grit and hippie-dippie appeal. Biographical adventure, PG-13, 120 minutes. HHH “Social Animals” — This film’s snarky, directionless, self-obsessed whiners and complainers are led by an insecure Austin woman (Noel Wells) and her married lover (Josh Radnor). Worst of all, this is supposed to be a comedy, and there’s almost nothing funny about it. Comedy, R, 90 minutes. H½ “Mary Shelley” — For all the scandalous ingredients in the early life of Mary Shelley (Elle Fanning), who at 16 ran away with the poet Percy Shelley and at 18 began working on writing “Frankenstein,” this dull, tame and disappointingly conventional biopic almost never misses an opportunity to miss an opportunity. Biography, PG-13, 121 minutes. HH “Solo: A Star Wars Story” — One of the “lighter” of the “Star Wars” adventures, with a number of massive, rapid-fire CGI action sequences and a terrific ensemble cast (Alden Ehrenreich, Woody Harrelson and a scene-stealing Donald Glover). A prequel as a space Western summer movie, entertaining as hell but not particularly deep. Sci-fi adventure, PG-13, 143 minutes. HHH½


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MOVIES

40 years later, ‘Grease’ is still the word By LUAINE LEE Tribune News Service

The classic movie musical “Grease” will be 40 years old on Saturday and all tuned in for a whole new generation to discover. The colorful teens at Rydell High are still crooning about prom night, dropping out of beauty school and heating up the dance floor with “You’re the One That I Want.” Expectations were miniscule when the movie starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John was released in 1978. Based on a Broadway musical, the film about greaser Danny and goody-two-shoes Sandy went on to become the highest grossing musical of the 20th century, though it cost Paramount a measly $6 million to make. It turns out “Grease” was more than a hit movie. To many actors who went on to find their own fame, it was an inspiration. Rob Morrow (“Numb3ers,” “Billions”) says it changed his life. “I went to the movie ‘Grease’ and had never thought about acting. It never occurred to me,” he says. “I knew I’d never be the kind of person that would have a traditional job in that

I went to the same place and did basically the same thing for a long time. I was conscious of that, but I watched John Travolta, and there was something about the joy, the fun he seemed to be having — and I knew he was making a living — and I thought, ‘That’s for me.’” Marilu Henner (“Taxi,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”) got her start with the show. “When I was in high school a friend of mine wrote a show and said, ‘We’re going to perform this in a converted trolley barn, and I want you to be a part of it. It’s called “Grease.”’ So I did the first original production of ‘Grease’ ever. When the first national company came up, I got the part!” For Omar Epps (“House,” “Resurrection”), the connection came early. “I did a school play in the sixth grade, and we did ‘Grease,” and I had a really small role. But that high, that connection with the crowd, that was it! I think that was when I was bit by the bug.” Vanessa Hudgens (“High School Musical,” “Powerless”) went on to play Rizzo in Fox’s live version of the show. “I honestly can’t remember the first time I saw ‘Grease,’” she says. “I feel like ‘Grease’ has just

“First Reformed” — Ethan Hawke is haunting and brilliant as a man in crisis, a reverend at a small church who comes to the conclusion he must do something bold and horrible and brutal. This is the most impactful work in years from writer-director Paul Schrader (“Taxi Driver”). Drama, R, 113 minutes. HHH½ “Dark Crimes” — An almost unrecognizable Jim Carrey turns in strong and haunting work as a veteran Polish detective in this well-acted and sometimes intriguing murder mystery that’s also coldly cynical and manipulative. In some cases, it feels as if the depictions of women’s exploitation are exploitative and gratuitous in and of themselves. Crime thriller, R, 92 minutes. HH

always been a part of my life. It’s always been on in my house. I can’t remember my life before ‘Grease’ almost.” Although Brooke Shields (“Suddenly Susan,” “Flower Shop Mysteries”) had been acting for 19 years, she says it wasn’t until she did “Grease” on the stage that she took it seriously. “I decided I wanted to be an actress,” she says. “I think the difference between wanting to perform and receive approval vs. really going home at night and instead of feeling good because someone likes you and you did a good job — because I really did thrive on being a professional, because you get a lot of approval as a child. … It wasn’t until 1993 when I did ‘Grease,’ that’s when I really said, ‘I want to give this my best shot.’” Tom Cavanagh (“The Flash,” “Royal Pains”) launched his career in “Grease.”

“In college I was playing basketball and they do one show there a year and did ‘Grease,’” he says. “So I auditioned for role of Danny Zuko, and the basketball guys were adamant that I was too short to be an actor. To which I responded the world does not revolve around an average size of 6-foot-4 like these gentlemen. I’m actually 6 feet. In the average world, that’s not small at all. I went and auditioned and I got the job … That show was seen by an agent, actually a director who was with an agency who put me in touch with the agency in Toronto. And they signed me. And I got lucky.” Sutton Foster (“Bunheads,” “Younger”) also owes her start to “Grease.” “I lived at home with my parents. I waited tables — was sort of lost. Then I flew up to New York to visit my brother who was working on a Broadway show. And there were several open-calls up there

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John Travolta (left) and Olivia Newton-John in a musical number from the hit 1978 musical, “Grease,” which will celebrate its 40th birthday on Saturday.

and my mom encouraged me to audition,” she says. “And my brother and his girlfriend at the time helped me prepare. And I got cast in a national tour of ‘Grease.’ And four days later was flown to San Francisco and at 19, I was traveling around

the country in a national tour! I feel that life had helped me out there. I was in the ensemble. I’m a gypsy, an ensemble girl, who crawled her way to the top. I did ‘Grease’ for a year and a half, and my Broadway debut was with ‘Grease.’”

At area theaters CONCRETE THEATRE June 14-17 Lives Well Lived: Thursday: 7 p.m. Book Club (PG-13): Friday: 7:30 p.m.; Saturday: 5 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday: 5 p.m. 360-941-0403

STANWOOD CINEMAS June 15-21 The Incredibles 2 (PG): Friday-Saturday: 10:10, 12:50, 3:40, 6:30, 9:05; SundayWednesday: 12:50, 3:40, 6:30, 9:05; Thursday: 12:50, 3:40, 6:30, 9:10 Tag (R): Friday-Saturday: 10:05, 1:25, 4:20, ANACORTES CINEMAS 7:10, 9:25; Sunday-Thursday: 1:25, 4:20, 7:10, June 15-21 9:25 The Incredibles 2 (PG): 1:00, 3:45, 6:30, 9:05 Ocean’s 8 (PG-13): Friday-Saturday: 10:20, Ocean’s 8 (PG-13): Friday-Wednesday: 1:10, 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, 9:35; Sunday-Thursday: 1:00, 3:55, 6:40, 9:10; Thursday: 1:10, 3:55, 9:35 4:00, 7:00, 9:35 Adrift (PG-13): 1:20, 4:05, 6:50, 9:15 Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13): FridayJurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (PG-13): Saturday: 10:00, 12:40, 3:50, 6:40, 9:30; Thursday: 7:00 Sunday-Thursday: 12:40, 3:50, 6:40, 9:30 360-293-7000 Book Club (PG-13): Friday-Saturday: 10:25, 1:10, 4:10, 6:50, 9:20; Sunday-Wednesday: BLUE FOX DRIVE-IN 1:10, 4:10, 6:50, 9:20; Thursday: 1:10, 4:10, Oak Harbor 9:40 June 14-20 Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (PG-13): Incredibles 2 (PG): Thursday: Movie starts Thursday: 7:00 at approximately 9:30 p.m. 360-629-0514 Incredibles 2 (PG) and Avengers: Infinity War (PG-13): Friday-Wednesday: First movie * Times are subject to change starts at approximately 9:30 p.m. 360-941-0403

OAK HARBOR CINEMAS June 15-21 The Incredibles 2 (PG): Friday-Saturday: 10:10, 12:50, 3:35, 6:30, 9:15; Sunday-Tuesday: 12:50, 3:35, 6:30; Wednesday-Thursday: 12:50, 3:35, 6:30, 9:15 Ocean’s 8 (PG-13): Friday-Saturday:10:05, 1:00, 3:55, 6:50, 9:25; Sunday-Tuesday: 1:00, 3:55, 6:50; Wednesday: 1:00, 3:55, 6:50, 9:25; Thursday: 1:00, 3:55, 9:25 Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG-13): Friday: 12:40, 3:45, 6:40, 9:35; Saturday: 10:00, 12:40, 3:45, 6:40, 9:35; Sunday-Tuesday: 12:40, 3:45, 6:40; Wednesday-Thursday: 12:40, 3:45, 6:40, 9:35 Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (PG-13): Thursday: 7:00 360-279-2226 CASCADE MALL THEATERS Burlington For showings: amctheatres.com/showtimes/all/2017-06-23/amc-loews-cascademall-14/all


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