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Olate Dogs delight at the Mount Baker Theatre

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NEW ON DVD THIS WEEK “I Can Only Imagine”: The opening lyrics of the MercyMe song “I Can Only Imagine” are “I can only imagine what it will be like when I walk by your side.”

Those simple words begin what has become the mostplayed Christian radio single ever.

A song with such power must come from a special place, and that is what the new DVD release “I Can Only Imagine” examines. Directors Andrew and Jon Erwin, working from a script by Alex Cramer, offer a glimpse into the pain and suffering MercyMe lead singer Bart Millard (J. Michael Finley) experienced as elements of his life finally came together to put him in an emotional, spiritual and physical place to pen such a powerful song.

“I Can Only Imagine” is a story about the art of faith and having faith in the arts.

The combination makes the production worthy to be included in the world of the better faith-based movies.

At the same time, it is full of universal points about family, finding your way in life, dealing with talent issues and being ready when inspiration arrives that will be familiar to a broad audience.

“Sherlock Gnomes”: Director John Stevenson (“Kung Fu Panda”) has taken the few best parts of the animated film “Gnomeo & Juliet” and the intellectual stylings of the Sherlock Holmes tales and removed them from the equation in making the clueless tale of suspense. It is neither flashy nor fun enough for youngsters, nor mentally challenging enough for adults.

One of the big problems is the sequel is a follow-up to a production that didn’t have a lot going for it in the first place. The 2011 release, “Gnomeo & Juliet,” was the story of two gnomes from opposite sides of the fence who fall in love. It took 11 years to make the animated take on

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J. Michael Finley stars as Bart Millard in “I Can Only Imagine.”

Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” using garden gnomes, but the result felt more like it was made in days. The script lacked originality, the Elton John soundtrack felt forced and the characters were more creepy than cuddly.

“Elvis 5-Movie Collection”: Includes “Blue Hawaii,” “Fun in Acapulco,” “G. I. Blues,” “Girls! Girls! Girls!” and “Roustabout.”

“Tomb Raider”: Alicia Vikander stars in the latest big-screen look at the young adventurer who tries to find out what happened to her father.

“An Ordinary Man”: War criminal (Ben Kingsley) is moved to a new hideout where he develops a relationship with the maid that looks after him.

“The Mimic”: Mother of a missing child takes in a lost girl and soon begins to wonder if she is human.

“Power: The Complete Fourth Season”: Tensions escalate as “Ghost” finds himself in jail.

“Menace & Murder: A Lynda La Plante Collection”: Features three mystery thrillers: “Supply & Demand,” “Killer Net” and “Mind Games.”

“Edward II”: Film based on the 1593 work by Christopher Marlowe based on the life of Britain’s only openly gay monarch.

“America’s Greatest Monuments”: A look at how world-renowned symbols of the nation are cloaked in misinformation, mystery and mythology.

“Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz: Emerald City Season One Volume Two”: Dorothy tackles her royal duties with enthusiasm and bravery in his animated series.

“Orange is the New Black: Season Five”: New state of chaos descends upon Litchfield Penitentiary in this acclaimed series.

“Ninja III: The Domination”: The ’80s cult classic starring Lucinda Dickey is being released on Blu-ray.

“Loveless”: A young boy disappears after seeing his divorcing parents fighting.

“First Civilizations”: Series identifies four cornerstones of civilization — war, religion, cities and trade — and explores each in the context of different civilizations.

“Trading Places”: The film starring Eddie Murphy with Dan Aykroyd is being rereleased to mark its 35th anniversary.

“Spinning Man”: Professor’s life goes out of control when he becomes the primary suspect in the disappearance of a female college student. Guy Pearce stars.

“Love, Simon”: Gay teen doesn’t know the identity of

Upcoming DVD releases Following is a partial schedule of DVD releases (dates subject to change): JUNE 8 n Life in 12 Bars JUNE 12 n I Can Only Imagine n Tomb Raider n Sherlock Gnomes n Love, Simon n The Strangers: Prey at Night n Loveless n An Ordinary Man n Orange Is the New Black: Season Five n Power n Suits: Season Seven n The Humanity Bureau n Will & Grace JUNE 19 n Pacific Rim Uprising n Paul, Apostle of Christ n Midnight Sun n The Death of Stalin n Unsane n Flower n Double Lover n Dark Matter: Season Three n The Swap — Tribune News Service

the classmate he’s fallen for online.

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Out & About........................... 4-9 On Stage....................................10 Tuning Up.................................11 Get Involved....................... 12-13 Travel.........................................14 At the Lincoln..........................15 Hot Tickets...............................16 Movies................................. 17-19 ON THE COVER: Jeffrey Stiglitz (from left), Paul Henderson II, Jim Larrison and David Bolden appear in “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” opening Friday, June 8, at the Bellingham Theatre Guild.

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Rollicking comedic musical comes to Bellingham Theatre Guild Fundraiser for kids June 13

COURTESY OF SISU CHILDREN’S FUND

Sisu Children’s Fund assisted this young girl’s family with the medical costs needed to strengthen her leg.

By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

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Liam Johnston (left), Nate Clay, Paul Henderson II, Jason Stach and John Camarillo appear in “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” opening Friday, June 8, at Bellingham Theatre Guild.

By JULIA-GRACE SANDERS @JuliaGrace_SVH

The comedic musical “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” will open at the Bellingham Theatre Guild on Friday, June 8, with a run that continues through June 24.

“If you’re in the mood to laugh and sit back and just be entertained for a couple of hours, this is the best show for that,” director Judith Owens-Lancaster said. “I guarantee you’ll walk away from the experience with a smile on your face.”

Guild spokesperson Jeff Braswell said the guild chose this play because it appeals to a broad audience. The play has not been performed at the guild for 20 years, he said.

‘A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM’ Where: Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham When: June 8-24 – 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday Cost: $8 ages 12 and under, $14 adults, $12 for students and for ages 62 and older More info: bellinghamtheatreguild.com, 360-733-1811

“It’s a load of fun for the audience,” Braswell said. “It’s just going to be a wonderful time with lots of great music and phonetic, comedic action on stage.”

The guild selects plays by evaluating proposals from perspective directors, he said.

Owens-Lancaster, a Bellingham native, said she proposed “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” after having a good experience directing another comedic play, “Leading Ladies,” at the guild.

“I loved doing it so much I said to myself, why not a musical farce?” she said in an email. “’Forum’ came to mind and here we are!”

Owens-Lancaster has been in performing arts for over 60 years, she said.

Braswell said he recommends the show for adults and kids 12 and older.

The play’s cast is made up entirely of community volunteers, Braswell said, most of whom are from the Bellingham area.

“Everyone who is in it is in it for the love of theater and for the camaraderie they get out of it,” he said. “People find their community when they’re involved with these plays and it’s just a fantastic thing to see.”

Despite varying levels of experience, Owens-Lancaster said the cast is incredibly talented.

“That’s not always the case in community theater,” she said in an email. “Some new faces and some more experienced, and they will all knock your socks off.”

“This is not what you’d call a message play,” Braswell said. “It’s purely about joy and fun and I think that’s what (the audience is) gonna take away.”

— Reporter Julia-Grace Sanders: 360-416-2145, jsanders@ skagitpublishing.com, Twitter: @ JuliaGrace_SVH

BELLINGHAM — A special performance of “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” featuring a silent auction, food and beverages, will take place at 6 p.m.

Wednesday, June 13, at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. Sisu Children’s Fund has rented the theater for the one-night-only affair, which includes a raffle for a cruise, to raise money for its organization.

Sisu Children’s Fund is a public charity that assists with medical costs for children in the area, with special attention given to those in Whatcom and Skagit counties. The charity helps families afford care when insurance does not cover necessary treatment.

Tickets: $40, additional raffle tickets $5 each. More information: sisuchildrensfund.org or 360-671-8766.

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OUT & ABOUT

ART

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.

Burnin’ in Mount Vernon

LECTURES & TALKS

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.

SUMMER EXHIBITS: The Jansen Art Center’s opening reception for its summer art exhibitions will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. today, June 7, at 321 Front St., Lynden. There will be six exhibits showcasing the talents of area photographers, painters and ceramics artists. jansenartcenter.org.

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 the main hub for booths

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.

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Eric Heatherly and the Chris Eger Band

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MOUNT VERNON — Local singer/guitarist Chris Eger, leader of the Chris Eger Band, returns to the Lincoln Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 9, for a special show featuring Eric Heatherly.

Eger recently received the “Mark DuFresne Male Vocalist Award” 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 Rob Schouten Gallery, 101 Anthes Avenue, Langley. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekends and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

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at the 2018 Best of the Blues Awards of the Washington Blues Society.

Eger describes Heatherly as his biggest musical influence since he was 13 years old.

Heatherly hails from Nashville, Tennessee, where he toured as lead guitarist for Shania Twain before landing 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, will host a rare exhibition of sketch work by Northwest Master William Cumming from June 9 through July 8. An opening reception

a major label deal with Mercury Records.

The two will play a double bill in a night full of new music and guitar-slinging duels in an evening dubbed “Burnin’ in Mount Vernon.”

Tickets range from $25-$80, with VIP packages available. For more information, visit lincolntheatre.org. will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 9. 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, will be 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 demonstrating wood-carving June 2223 during the Whatcom Cultural Arts Festival.

VILLAGE BOOKS AUTHOR SERIES: Meet the author and get your book signed at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham. n June 7: Harvey Schwartz — “Hampden Road,” 7 p.m. n June 8: Peter Donahue — “Three Sides Water,” 7 p.m. n June 10: Kymberly Cummings — “Will You Remember Me ... Time Shared,” 4 p.m.

KIWANIS SPEAKERS: The Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon features guest speakers at every meeting at the Cottontree Convention Center, 2300 Market St., Mount Vernon.

Free; lunch available for purchase. n June 11: Scholarship presentation to local high school graduates. n June 18: “Think outside the plastic bag” with Carol Sullivan.

ARCHAEOLOGY VENTURE: Dr. Douglas Clark will present “A New Archaeology Venture in Madaba, Jordan” at 7 p.m. today, June 7, at Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Clark is an internationally recognized Middle Eastern archaeologist planning a state-of-the-art museum in the center of Madaba.

HOMELESSNESS AFFECTS US ALL: Anacortes City Councilwoman Liz Lovelett, Joan Penny of the Coalition for the Homeless and Jodi Monroe, executive director for Home Trust of Skagit, will speak on “Homelessness Affects Us All” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 12, at the Anacortes Public LIbrary. A moderated discussion will follow. For more information contact Corinne Salcedo at 360-293-7114.

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. Sandifer is a Sedro-Woolley High School graduate.

He will sign copies of his book, “McGruff the News Hound,” sold in the museum gift shop.

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.

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MUSIC

SUMMER QUARTERLY CEILIDH: The Celtic Arts Foundation will host a benefit concert for the North Stars Chamber Orchestra from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. today, June 7, at Littlefield Celtic Center, 1124 Cleveland Ave., Mount Vernon.

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OUT & ABOUT

KAREN SCHOLTEN: Whatcom music teacher Karen Scholten will play the Piano Lounge from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 13, at Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. Free.

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 Rd, 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 10: The Fabulous Clearbrook Dixieland Band. 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.

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COURTESY CELTIC ARTS FOUNDATION

The Celtic Arts Foundation will host a benefit concert for the North Stars Chamber Orchestra today.

By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

MOUNT VERNON — The Celtic Arts Foundation will host a benefit concert for the North Stars Chamber Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. today, June 7, at Littlefield Celtic Center, 1124 Cleveland Ave.

Proceeds will support the youth musicians’ upcoming trip to Ireland to explore Irish culture through music.

The group will perform in historical sites around the Irish landscape in addition to forming connec-

tions with local musicians.

This musical exchange relies on support from the community. Admission to the concert is free, however donations are encouraged.

More information at celticarts.org.

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SOUL FEST: Skagit Valley College invites the community to Soul Fest from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 8, at Tollefson Plaza on the Skagit Valley College campus, 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon.

Live music, food trucks, local beer and more.

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OUT & ABOUT 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. 360856-6248 or eaglehavenwinery.com/events. n June 16: Prozac Mountain Boys, Queen’s Bluegrass, Rural Delivery, Birdsview Bluesgrass, 2 p.m. n June 29: Westwind. n July 14: Troy Fair 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.

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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.

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

Forum Arts to host William Cumming exhibit

By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

LA CONNER — Nearly six decades of work by late Northwest master William Cumming is captured in a rare exhibit of sketch work at Forum Arts.

The exhibit will open from 4 to 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 9, at Forum Arts, 721 First St., La Conner, and will be on display until July 8.

“William Cumming, Small Works, 19432009” displays some of the artist’s most prolific work.

Cumming was centered in Skagit Valley as one of the youngest members of the Northwest School of Artists. His work often includes people or animals, figurative representations of daily life.

Forum Arts is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday through Sunday.

WILLIAM CUMMING

William Cumming, Small Works, 19432009” will open Saturday at Forum Arts in La Conner.

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 Thom-

as, 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 Roberts, 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.

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. n Aug. 1: MarchFourth with Robt Sarazin Blake & The Letter. n Aug. 8: Klozd Sirkut with Mōtus.

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. n Aug. 3: Marlin James Band. n Aug. 10: Mama Dirty Skirt.

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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OUT & ABOUT ”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.

MORE FUN

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.

BOOTS ON THE GROUND: The motorcycle ride benefiting Growing Veterans takes off at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 9, from Sound Harley Davidson, 16212 Smokey Point Blvd., Marysville, and wraps up at BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. bellewoodfarms.com RUSTY RELICS VINTAGE MARKET: Rusty

Boots on the Ground benefits vets

COURTESY OF GROWING VETERANS

By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

The Boots on the Ground benefit motorcycle ride kicks off at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 9, starting in Marysville and ending up in Lynden.

Registration will take place between 8:30 and 9:45 a.m. at Sound Harley-Davidson, 16212 Smokey Point Blvd., Marysville. Cyclists will then head north along Pioneer Highway, taking a break midway with a stop at Farmstrong Brewing in Mount Vernon.

Riders will then hop back on their motorcycles and take Chuckanut Highway up to BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden, where food and music await their arrival.

Proceeds benefit Growing Veterans ‘Dirt Therapy’ program. Growing Veterans is a Lynden-based organization that seeks to support and engage military veterans through farming, community and empowerment.

Ultimately, the organization sets out to reduce isolation that can lead to veteran suicide through a number of hands-on, community involved programs. $20 for a solo ride, $25 to ride with a passenger.

More information: growingveterans.org.

Relics Vintage Market invites the public to join in shopping, food, music and homemade and vintage goods from 3 to 8 p.m Friday, June 8 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 9, at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe. $10, kids under 12 enter for free. rustyrelicsmarket.com SHELTER BAY GARAGE SALE: One-hundred homes will hold garage sales in Shelter Bay from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 9. Pick up maps to participating homes at the

Shelter Bay Community Clubhouse, 1000 Shoshone Drive, La Conner.

A ROSY DAY OUT: Christianson’s Nursery 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 1517. 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.

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.

IMAGINE THIS! HOME & LANDSCAPE TOUR: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 23, attendees can tour 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.

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.

DARRINGTON TIMBERBOWL RODEO: 6 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, June 2324. Advanced tickets: $6-$9. timberbowlrodeo.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.

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.

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. 360755-9649. 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.

POPCORN IN THE PARK: Marysville Parks, Culture and Recreation’s Popcorn in the Park 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).

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OUT & ABOUT

LOOKING AHEAD

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.

Rusty Relics Market set for Monroe

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.

MUSIC IN THE PARK: Sky Colony will play a free, all-ages show from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, at Pioneer Park, Ferndale.

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.

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.”

24TH ANNUAL 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, Edgewater Park, Mount Vernon. Festival highlights include piping and drumming, Highland dance, athletic competitions, sheepdog trials, beer and whisky tent, culture and clan booths, children’s activities and

wreck 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.

COURTESY OF RUSTY RELICS

The Rusty Relics Market will take place Friday and Saturday, June 8-9, at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe.

By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

MONROE — Shoppers are welcome to the Evergreen State Fairgrounds to hunt for antiques and vintage goods at the Rusty Relics Market on Friday and Saturday, June 8-9.

The show, which aspires to be one of the largest of its kind in the Northwest, will feature over 65 vendors selling all kinds of vintage treasures.

Every item is either antique, refurbished, vintage or handmade. Each vendor verifies the authenticity of their goods, meaning the market will have no mass-produced items.

The show will also feature food vendors and live music.

The market will be open from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Gary D. Weikel Events Center, 14405 179th Ave SE. Tickets: $10, ages 12 and under free. More information: rustyrelicsmarket.com.

live music. 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. 360724-0106 or theskagit. com.

SHIPWRECK DAY: The 38th annual Ship-

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.

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.

SEA, TREES, & PIE BIKE RIDE: The event on Whidbey Island will begin at 10 a.m.

Sunday, July 22. Choose between three scenic loops of varying length that start and finish at the state park near the Coupeville ferry terminal. Registration: $30 adult, $15 ages 6-16.

Register at wclt.org/ bikeride.

STEAMPUNK FESTIVAL: The Bellingham Steampunk Society presents The Fairhaven Steampunk Festival: Mr. Flip’s Carnival of Wonders and Curiosities from

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at Fairhaven Village Green, 1207 10th St., Bellingham.

Free to attend, will include vendors, activities, author panels and a costume contest. bellinghamsteampunk. org.

QUIDDITCH FESTIVAL: Join in a game of Quidditch with the Rain City Raptors from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, July 28, at Skagit River Park, 1100 S Skagit St., Burlington.

Muggles of all ages are invited to this free festival featuring Hogwarts-inspired games and activities.

ANNUAL NUBIAN JAM: The Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee will host The Nubian Jam from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, July 28.

Enjoy attractions, food, entertainment and vendors at Forest Park, 820 E. Mukilteo Blvd., Everett. nubianjameverett.com.

ART BY THE BAY: The 26th anniversary of Art By the Bay will take place Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 18-19, in Stanwood. To apply: stanwoodcamanoarts. com/art-by-the-bay.

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

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

Presale tickets are $20 and payment plans are

available. summersendfest.com.

RECESS MONKEY: The Grammy-nominated trio will wrap up the Culture and Recreation’s Children’s Summer Concert Series at noon Wednesday, Aug. 8, at Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville.

TIE-DYE YOUR SHIRT: Bring a shirt, blouse, pants or sheets and the dye will be provided. The free event will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4, at VanderYacht Park, 1900 Washington St., Ferndale.

CHRISTIANSON’S ANTIQUE FAIR & VINTAGE MARKET: Four shopping locations within Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon, will sell antiques and vintage treasures on Aug. 10-11.

Times: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10, $10 admission (must be 21 or older); 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, free admission. christiansonsnursery. com or 360-466-3821.

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, Aug. 18, for this family-friendly event featuring local farmers and producers. Free.

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

FERNDALE STREET FESTIVAL: 6 to 11 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 24, Second Avenue; 6 to 11 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 25.

Vendors, beer, wine, live music and family fun.

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ON STAGE in the Skagit Valley and surrounding area June 7-14 Thursday.7

MUSIC Evening of Broadway Music: 7 p.m., Skagit Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Diversity Hall, 500 W. Section St., Mount Vernon. $15.

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

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”A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”: 6:30 p.m., Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham. $25. 360-733-1811 or bellinghamtheatreguild.com.

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

”The Wolves”: 7:30 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $15. 360-734-2776 or appleseedmac.com/firehouse.

”Oliver”: 2 p.m., BAAY, 1059 N. State St., Bellingham. 360-306-8531 or baay.org.

”Lysistrata”: 7:30 p.m., Western Washington University Performing Arts Center, 516 High St., Bellingham. $13-$18.

”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.

Voices for the Salish Sea: 7:30 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $10$20. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

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

360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

Stand Up: 10 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $5.

360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

Friday.8 THEATER ”Willy Wonka”: 7:30 p.m., Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor. $20. 360-679-2237 or whidbeyplayhouse.com. ”Oliver”: 7 p.m., BAAY, 1059 N. State St., Bellingham. 360-306-8531 or baay.org.

Saturday.9 OLATE DOGS 2 and 7 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $8.50-$22.50. 360734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

”Lysistrata”: 7:30 p.m., Western Washington University Performing Arts Center, 516 High St., Bellingham. $13-$18.

”Oliver”: 2 and 7 p.m., BAAY, 1059 N. State St., Bellingham. 360-306-8531 or baay.org.

COMEDY An Improvised Musical: 8 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.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.

Backyard Brawl: 10 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

MUSIC St. Petersburg Russia Men’s Ensemble: 7 p.m., Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, 1253 NW Second Ave., Oak Harbor.

Saturday.9

”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.

VARIETY Olate Dogs: 2 and 7 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $8.50-$22.50. 360-7346080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

”The Wolves”: 7:30 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $15. 360734-2776 or appleseedmac.com/ firehouse

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

”The Wolves”: 7:30 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $15. 360-734-2776 or appleseedmac.com/firehouse ”Lysistrata”: 2 and 7:30 p.m., Western Washington University Performing Arts Center, 516 High St., Bellingham. $13-$18.

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.

”The Wolves”: 7:30 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $15. 360-734-2776 or appleseedmac.com/firehouse ”Lysistrata”: 7:30 p.m., Western Washington University Performing Arts Center, 516 High St., Bellingham. $13-$18. ”Beauty and the Beast”: 6:30 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $10.

360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre. com.

Thursday.14 THEATER ”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 7-14 Thursday.7

Ron Bailey & the Tangents: 5:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360-766-6266 or theoldedison.com.

Weeed, Crosss, The Sheen: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham. $7. 36077-1067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

Monday.11

The Longshot: 8:30 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. $27.50. 360-7468733 or wildbuffalo.net.

Trish Hatley, Hans Bremmer & John Anderson: 7 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $10. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Tuesday.12

The Sword: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. $20. 360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

Darla Bradshaw Lobb & Walt Burkett: Noon and 6 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. Free.

360-354-3600 or jansenartcenter.org.

MATT AUDETTE AND THE CIRCLE OF FRIENDS BAND 7 p.m. Friday, 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday: Haynie Grange, 3344 Haynie Road, Blaine. $10. Under 12 free. 360-366-3321.

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

CC Adams Band: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $10.

360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Sacha Robotti: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. $10. 360-7468733 or wildbuffalo.net.

Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band: 7 p.m., Haynie Grange, 3344 Haynie Road, Blaine. $10.

Under 12 free. 360-3663321.

Blues Out West: 7:30 p.m, Big Rock Roadhouse, 14779 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 206-618-4033 or bigrockroadhouse.com.

Thursday.7 TRISH HATLEY, HANS BREMMER AND JOHN ANDERSON 7 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $10.

360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

EveryLeaf Band: 8:30 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360422-6411.

Jacob Navarro: 7 p.m., Guemes Island General Store, 7885 Guemes Island Road, Anacortes. $5. guemesislandgeneralstore. com.

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

360-848-8882.

Saturday.9

Matt Audette and the Circle of Friends Band: 3 and 7 p.m., Haynie Grange, 3344 Haynie Road, Blaine. $5. Under 12 free. 360366-3321.

Tighty Whities: 8 p.m., Eaglemont Golf Course/Fireweed Terrace, 4800 Eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon.

No cover.

Uncle Doug: 7 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 First St, La Conner. aneliaskitchenandstage.com.

Danny Barnes: 8 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $12. 360-4453000 or conwaymuse. com.

Knut Bell & The Blue Collars: 8 p.m., Loco Billy’s, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $8. 425-737-5144 or locobillys.com.

Levi Ware’s Band: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $10.

360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Sweet Lou’s Sour Mash: 9:30 p.m., Brown Lantern Ale House, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360-293-2544 or brownlantern.com.

The Moondoggies, Flowmotion: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. $12. 360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

The Replayzments: 9:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360-766-6266 or theoldedison.com.

Fabulous Roof Shakers: 7:30 p.m., H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. anacortesh2o.com or 360-755-3956.

A.guest: 7 p.m., Firefly Lounge, 1015 N. State St., Bellingham. thefireflylounge.com or facebook.com/TheFireflyBham.

EveryLeaf Band: 8:30 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360422-6411.

International Blues Challenge semifinal: noon, H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. anacortesh2o.com or 360-755-3956.

Sunday.10

Wednesday.13 Ol Town Tonic: 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.

Karen Scholten: Noon, Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden.

Free. 360-354-3600 or jansenartcenter.org.

Thursday.14

Dane Dudley: 7 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 First St., La Conner. aneliaskitchenandstage.com.

Trish Hatley: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

Free. 360-588-1720 or anacortesrockfish.com.

Queens Bluegrass: Noon and 6 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. Free.

360-354-3600 or jansenartcenter.org.

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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.

Thursday, 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.

WHIDBEY WEAVERS GUILD: Whidbey Weavers Guild will meet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today, June 7, at Pacific Rim Institute, 180 Parker Road, Coupeville. Bring a lunch and your own cup, treats welcome.

SKAGIT WEAVERS GUILD: Skagit Valley Weavers Guild will host a potluck at

Olate Dogs at the Mount Baker Theatre COUTESY OF THE OLATE DOGS

By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

BELLINGHAM — Prepare to enroll your pet in dog academy after seeing the talented Olate Dogs backflip, jump rope and ride scooters across the stage at this heartwarming show.

Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., welcomes the Olate Dogs for performances at 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, June 9.

Winners of America’s Got Talent in 2012, the Olate Dogs tell an uplifting tail and perform tricks with a cast of furry friends.

It all began when Richard Olate took in a dog from off the street and taught it tricks. Soon he took in more dogs and he and his brother, Jose, started a dog act that caught the attention of a circus promoter.

Now Olate performs the award-winning act with the help of his wife, Rebecca, and son, Nicholas.

Tickets: $8.50-$22.50. mountbakertheatre.com.

6 p.m. Monday, June 11, at Allen Methodist Church, 16775 Allen West, Bow. Members share challenge projects at the social and meet the second Monday of the month.

ART CLASSES

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 Plaster Block Printing: 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 9. $65. 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. trideearts.com ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASSES: For

beginners to advance.

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

360-678-3396 or pacificnorthwestartschool. 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 noon every Friday. Free and open to all.

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.

GAIL HARKER CENTER: Gail Harker Center for Creative Arts offers a variety of art classes and workshops for artists of every level at 12636 Chilberg Road, Mount Vernon. Online courses are also available. For information and a complete schedule: 360-466-0110 or gailcreativestudies.com.

PACIFIC NW SCHOOL: Choose from painting, photography, fiber and 3D art workshops taught by professional artists at the Pacific NorthWest Art School, 15 NW Birch St., Coupeville.

For information and a complete schedule:

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.

BOOKS

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

DANCE

BEGINNING LINE DANCING: 7 to 8 p.m.

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

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.

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

JOLLY TIME CLUB: Dance to live music from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

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

MUSIC

UKULELE FUN & SONG CIRCLE: 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland St. Free. Beginners welcome and loaner ukuleles available.

Song sheets provided.

206-790-4862 or yogaheartspace0@gmail. com.

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

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

360-466-0109.

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

360-630-1156.

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

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

360-223-3230.

SING IN HARMONY: Join the women of Harmony Northwest Chorus from 6:30 to 9 p.m. every Monday at the Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland Ave. Seeking women who like to sing a cappella music. All skill levels welcome.

360-201-5861 or harmonynorthwest.org.

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

360-293-2544.

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

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.

RECREATION

KIDS’ WILDERNESS SUMMER CAMP: 5 p.m. Sunday, July 15, to 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 17, at Marblemount Homestead, 60816 Dexter Lane, Marblemount. Kids will learn how to build a primitive shelter, build a friction fire, make cordage, make a traditional wooden bow, milk a goat, bake bread, collect eggs from our chickens and much more. $200, includes instructions, meals and accommodations. twofeatherswildernessschool. com/weekend_camp. html.

ALL-COMER TRACK MEETS: The meets will take place each Wednesday night, through June 27, for all ages and abilities at Burlington-Edison High School. The track will open at 5 p.m. for registration. Field events begin at 5:30 p.m. with running events beginning at about 6 p.m.

Cost is $5 for a single day or $25 for a season pass and a free shirt. recassistant@burlingtonwa.gov or 360-7559649.

NORTH PUGET SOUND DRAGON BOAT CLUB: The organization is looking for new members. Two teams practice in the Oak Harbor Marina: n Team Stayin’ Alive practices from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturdays and 6 to 7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; its season runs from April through October.

Contact Norma Lisherness at njlish@gmail. com. n Team Tsunami

practices year-round from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Sundays and 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact Cathie Harrison at cathieanne@aol.com.

First three paddles are free.

HEALTHY HIKES: Washington State Parks invites the public to get walking in 2018 with Healthy Hikes at Rockport State Park.

Participants who hike 100 miles in Rockport State Park during 2018 will earn a hand-carved walking stick. Free. 360853-8461 or parks.state. wa.us/574/Rockport.

NOON WALKING CLUB: Noon to 1 p.m.

Wednesdays, June 20-Aug. 15, offered by Burlington Parks and Recreation. Guided walks for individuals or families who want to walk for fun or fitness, rain or shine. $16 for eight weeks, $12 for four weeks, $5 single day. Preregistration required: Preregistration required: 360-755-9649 or burlingtonwa.gov/ recreation.

CRAB DASH: The sixth annual Camano Crab Dash 5K/10K Fun Run/Walk will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 23. Register for $20 at the Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island; print a registration form from camanocenter.org and mail it to the center; or sign up at runsignup. com.

NRA BASICS OF PISTOL SHOOTING: The North Whidbey Sportsmen’s Association will offer an introductory course about

naturalist with WSU Snohomish County Extension. Volunteers will receive 20 hours of university-caliber training on a variety of topics. The training location will rotate between Everett, Mukilteo and Edmonds. 425-3576020 or beachwatchers. wsu.edu/snohomish/ training.

Deming Logging Show this weekend

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The Deming Logging Show has celebrated and supported the livelihood of loggers since 1963.

By Skagit Valley Herald Staff

BELLINGHAM — The Deming Logging Show, a two-day affair that has celebrated and supported the livelihood of loggers since 1963, will take place at 10 a.m.

Saturday and Sunday, June 9-10, at 3295 Cedarville Road.

The event will feature log rolling and other competition, food vendors and activities for the entire family.

Proceeds support injured loggers and their families.

Tickets: $8 adults, $4 seniors and kids. More information: demingloggingshow.com.

the skills required for owning and using a pistol safely from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 15, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, June 16, at the NWSA range, 886 Gun Club Road, Oak Harbor. $35. northwhidbeysportsmen.org.

A WALK IN THE WOODS TOUR: Island Transit will guide tours of Greenbank Farm, South Whidbey State Park and Whidbey Camano Land Trust on Friday, June 22. Free.

RSVP: 360-678-9536 or travel@islandtransit.org.

WOMEN’S HANDGUN CLASS: 6 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 23, Plantation Rifle Range, 5102 Samish Highway, Bellingham.

Provides an overview of basic handgun operation and includes two hours of classroom instruction and one hour on the range. Firearms are available to rent and ammunition is available for purchase. Participants must be age 21 or older. $35.

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.

VOLUNTEER AS A BEACH NATURALIST: Learn how marine life survive the ever-changing beach environment by becoming a beach

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. 360855-1531.

SCOUT MEETING: Cub Pack 4001 and Boy Scout Troop 4001 meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, at the First United Methodist Church, 1607 E. Division, Mount Vernon. New members are welcome.

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.

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TRAVEL

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

Ways to encourage young adventurers

By LYNN O’ROURKE HAYES FamilyTravel.com

A longtime backpacker, climber and skier, author Michael Lanza, along with his 9-year-old son and 7-year-old daughter, embarked on a yearlong trip through our national parks. It was an ambitious adventure designed to immerse them in the natural world and to learn more about the effects that climate change was having on these important landscapes. He chronicled the journey in his book “Before They’re Gone — A Family’s Year-Long Quest to Explore America’s Most Endangered National Parks” (Beacon Press).

Here, he shares five ways to encourage the next generation of outdoor adventurers.

1. Encourage outside play: A slew of experts agree that regular, unstructured outside play is critical for a child’s healthy development.

To that end, “Kick them out of the house,” advises Lanza. “Kids today often want to play indoors where the electronics are. Insist they play outside — but also, give them the freedom to roam within boundaries appropriate for their ages.

That way, they can explore and not get bored.”

It also helps to plan regular activity as a family: cross-country or downhill skiing, hiking on local trails, biking, even walking around your neighborhood or local community, Lanza advises.

2. Start slow: When the

time is right for adventure, take baby steps.

“Begin with short hikes and gradually work up to longer outings,” advises Lanza, who gathered personal experience as a field editor with Backpacker magazine. “Evaluate your child’s readiness for something new based not just on its physical difficulty, but how well your child handled previous experiences that presented comparable stress.”

Lanza’s yearlong trip included sea kayaking and wilderness camping in Glacier Bay, Alaska. He determined his children were ready for such an outing because they had previously backpacked, rock climbed, floated and camped on a wilderness river, and cross-country skied through snowstorms.

“They had managed stressful situations well and understood the need to follow instructions and that trips have uncomfortable moments,” Lanza said.

“Despite how wet and raw it was, they loved Glacier Bay,” NPS.gov/glba 3. Communicate: Lanza believes in one important rule: no whining. “Tell your children they can talk about any situation they’re not happy with, but draw the line at complaining just to complain. Everyone will be happier.”

At the same time, he advises including them in the decision-making process, so they have a sense of control over their own fate, which, he says, goes a long

especially younger ones, does not always go according to plan. Young kids want to throw rocks in a creek and play in the mud.

Lanza’s advice: “Let them. But, explain that there will be time for playing, but also a time for hiking.”

Meanwhile, parents should “focus on the journey rather than the destination,” advises Lanza. “And have Plan B at the ready.”

NPS.gov; www.visitcalifornia.com; visitmt.com; visitflorida.com way toward relieving stress, no matter what our age.

“Welcome their questions and address their concerns,” Lanza says.

“Make sure they know that you won’t ask them to do anything they are not comfortable with, and that you will provide whatever help they need.”

According to Lanza, Grand Teton, Yosemite, Zion, Glacier and Rocky Mountain National Parks all offer hiking and backpacking options that are ideal for beginners and families, with easy to moderately difficult days and simple logistics.

NPS.gov; visitutah.com; colorado.com; explorewhitefish.com 4. Be flexible: Whether rock climbing in Joshua Tree National Park, cross-country skiing in Yellowstone or canoeing in the Everglades with his kids, Lanza made a point to be flexible.

Taking children on an outdoor adventure,

5. On the trail with teens: No matter what kind of trip is planned, allowing a teenage son or daughter to invite a friend along is often a good strategy.

It can be a little trickier when planning an outdoor adventure. “You want to make sure he or she is up to the challenges the trip may present,” explained Lanza. “It’s a good idea to talk with the parents ahead of time and perhaps plan a practice outing.”

Whether it’s a mountain climb or rafting a river, finding a shared goal that will challenge and excite your teen is a great way to open new doors within your relationship and to the natural world, says Lanza.

– Michael Lanza also offers outdoor adventure tips and strategies on his website thebigoutside.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: 360474-7479 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.

360-766-7109 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 360279-4587.

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. 1-800-5441800 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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AT THE LINCOLN

DINING GUIDE Now Taking Reservations for Father’s Day, June 17 Our Prime Rib & Seafood Brunch is from 9am to 1:30pm

Let us help you with your Special Events!

From Schubert to Strauss, Bach to Brahms, Mozart to ... Billy Joel, Itzhak Perlman’s violin playing transcends mere performance to evoke the celebrations and struggles of real life; Alison Chernick’s “praying documentary looks with the violin,” says beyond the sublime renowned musician to see the Tel Aviv polio survivor whose violinmaker Amnon parents emigrated Weinstein. from Poland to Alison Israel, and the young Chernick’s documenman who struggled tary looks to be taken seriously beyond the sublime as a music student musician to when schools saw see the polio only his disability. survivor whose parents emigrated from Poland to Israel, and the young man who struggled to be taken seriously as a music student when schools saw only his disability.

Itzhak himself is funny, irreverent and self-deprecating, and here his life story unspools in conversations with musicians, family and friends, and most endearingly his devoted wife of 50 years, Toby. Itzhak and Toby’s lives are dedicated to their large, loving, Jewish family in New York and their continual support of young musicians. Itzhak is a portrait of musical virtuosity seamlessly enclosed in warmth, humor and love.

Not rated. $10.50 general; $9.50

La Conner Whitney Rd. & Hwy. 20

Coming up at The Rockfish Grill and H2O:

7:30 P.M. SATURDAY, JUNE 9

WEDS. 6/13 6PM OLD TOWN TONIC THURS. 6/14 6PM TRISH HATLEY WEDS. 6/20 6PM DERRINGER DARLINGS WEDS. 6/27 6 PM FIDALGO SWING

Father’s Day Prime Rib & Seafood Brunch

Sun., June 17th • 9am-1:30pm Roast Prime Rib w/Au Jus & Horseradish Salmon • Crab Cakes • Ale Battered Prawns Ribs • Texas Brisket Sliders • Seafood Tower Ceviche and Shrimp Cocktail • Salads Omelet and Waffle Station • Breakfast Foods Desserts and so much more!!

Adults: $26.95 Seniors (60+) $22.95 Children under 12: $1 per year

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La Conner Whitney Rd. & Hwy. 20

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Lincoln School Talent Show

A menu of Polish family recipes and Northwest fare made in-house from fresh, local ingredients Craft Beer • PNW Wines House-Infused V Vodkas odkas

6 P.M. MONDAY, JUNE 11

Lincoln Elementary students in grades 1-5 showcase their talent, as well as the school’s teachers.

Free admission; donations accepted.

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

360.466.4411

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in our banquet rooms or your venue. We also have party trays for pick up or delivery!

Eric Heatherly & The Chris Eger Band – Burnin’ in Mount Vernon Nashville recording artist Eric Heatherly returns to the Lincoln with The Chris Eger Band.

A native of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Heatherly played lead guitar for Shania Twain’s first world tour and appeared with her on the 1997 Country Music Association awards show. Heatherly has won acclaim from countless entertainment notables such as guitar legends Duane Eddy and Tony Joe White, and Hollywood types including William Shatner and Robert Rodriguez.

The Chris Eger Band blends a variety of music types into a style of its own, drawing on blues, rock, funk, rockabilly, and R&B/soul. $25, $30, $80 (VIP); tickets $5 more at the door. VIP package includes: preferred seating, doors open early (6 p.m), entry to the “Burnin’ in Mount Vernon” prefunction party/hor d’oeuvres in the green room, VIP exclusive raffles, meet and greet with the players and more.

Adults: $26.95 Seniors (60+): $22.95 Children under 12: $1 per year

FFATHER’S THER’S DAY AY

Brunch & Dinner ~ Specials ~

Make your reservations today!

onLy at goskagit.com/deaLs

aneliakitchenandstage.com 513 S 1st St., La Conner 360.399.1805

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7:30 P.M. FRIDAY, JUNE 8 5:30 P.M. SUNDAY, JUNE 10

seniors, students and active military; $8 ages 12 and under. Sunday bargain prices: $9 general; $7.50 ages 12 and under.

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We offer full service catering

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‘Itzhak’ plays Friday and Sunday at the Lincoln.

Featuring:

Roast Prime Rib w/Au Jus & Horseradish, Salmon, Crab Cakes, Ale Battered Prawns, Ribs, Texas Brisket Sliders, Seafood Tower, Ceviche and Shrimp Cocktail, Salads, Omelet and Waffle Station, Breakfast Foods, Desserts and so much more!!

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HOT TICKETS KEVIN HART: June 14, KeyArena, Seattle. 360745-3000 or ticketmaster. com.

FREEDOM: TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL AND WHAM: June 15, Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom, Tulalip. 360-7166000 or ticketmaster.com.

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. 800745-3000 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.

DUA LIPA: July 2, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

HARRY STYLES: July 7, KeyArena, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation. com.

PENTATONIX: July 14, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

MELISSA ETHERIDGE, LEANN RIMES: July 14, Tulalip Resort Casino

BRAD PAISLEY Aug. 3-5, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

Amphitheatre, Tulalip.

360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

BRIT FLOYD: July 14, Paramount Theatre, 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. 800-745-3000 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. 800-7453000 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. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com ALICE COOPER: Aug. 19, Angel of The Winds Area, Everett.

866.332.8499 or angelofthewindsarena.com.

LADY ANTEBELLUM, DARIUS RUCKER, RUS-

SELL 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, TESTAMENT: 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. 800-745-3000 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. 800745-3000 or livenation. com.

ROD STEWART: Sept. 1, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 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. 800-745-3000 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, Washington State Fair, Puyallup.

888-559-3247 or thefair. com.

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

888-559-3247 or thefair. com.

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

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

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

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

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

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

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

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

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE: Nov. 12-13, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.RON RON WHITE: Nov. 17, Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom, Tulalip. 360-7166000 or ticketmaster.com.

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MOVIES

REVIEW

Toni Collette reveals a sixth sense for icy terror in ‘Hereditary’

By MICHAEL PHILLIPS Chicago Tribune

All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way, as Tolstoy noted in a sentence so right, by the time you started arguing with it “Anna Karenina” was off and suffering.

If Tolstoy got a look at “Hereditary,” he might’ve added: “Well. There’s unhappy, and then there’s grief-stricken-hideously cruel-unholy family secrets-horror movie-unhappy.”

The latter is the dwelling place of director Ari Aster’s fiendish feature debut. Not everything in “Hereditary” fits together; its rhythm is a little off in its second half (at 127 minutes, it feels slightly attenuated), and it’s clear Aster wanted to throw a little bit of everything, from seances to sleepwalking to malevolent specters of doom, at his devastated family unit in the center of his tale.

Yet you may be too fraught watching the thing to bother over a few missteps. Working with a superb cast, a crafty, teasing musical score by Colin Stetson and a steady accumulation of wracked nerves, gathered image by carefully planned image, this movie promises a paradoxically bright future for its director.

Aster also wrote the screenplay, which begins with an onscreen newspaper obituary noting the passing of a 78-year-old woman at her daughter’s home, near the mountains. (The movie was shot in Utah.) Aster makes no

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Milly Shapiro (from left), Toni Collette, Gabriel Byrne and Alex Wolff star in “Hereditary.”

mystery of his protagonist’s feelings regarding her late mother. Toni Collette plays Annie, a driven, somewhat forbidding artist specializing in miniatures. In fastidiously re-created tableau, she depicts tiny little scenes from her own life. At the funeral, early on, Annie speaks of her mother’s “secretive and private” side.

Later, when Annie reluctantly visits a grief-counseling group, she tells the strangers more about that secrecy, along with the streak of madness and loss that runs in her family.

Annie’s husband (Gabriel Byrne) is quiet sanity

incarnate. He half-wonders if Annie should find a way to unblock her feelings toward her late, un-lamented mother. She does so, without his help, in the worst possible way: We’ll keep spoilers under wraps, but it’s enough to say “Hereditary” makes Annie’s children the playthings of the story’s supernatural element.

Forced by Annie to take his troubled, withdrawn younger sister, Charlie (Milly Shapiro), to an unsupervised high school party, stoner Peter (Alex Wolff) concludes the evening in a panic.

Charlie, who likes to click

her tongue and make a pingpong-ball sound, has a severe nut allergy, ruthlessly foreshadowed by the filmmaker. Peter rushes her to the car, and takes off, trying to get her to the hospital in time. Then something truly brutal happens, and it’s enough to slap the audience into realizing this family’s troubles have just begun.

In interviews Aster has acknowledged the various cinematic influences on “Hereditary,” among them Nicholas Roeg’s “Don’t Look Now” and Roman Polanski’s “Rosemary’s Baby.” He set out to make “an alienating film,” as

he told Film Comment, “whose primary aim was to upset the audience in a very deep way.” Additionally, he said, he wanted an experience “that betrays you on every level, where you become invested in all these people, and what happens to them is not fair. You have to contend with it.”

Many will choose not to. If the mixed, largely hostile audience response three years ago to Robert Eggers’ beautiful creep-out “The Witch” is any guide, “Hereditary” may generate its share of resentment.

It’s not a cathartic horror movie; its preoccupations and methods are pretty

grueling. Annie finds her way to the spirit world by way of a sympathetic amateur medium (Ann Dowd) who takes an interest in her recovery after the highway tragedy.

By this time Peter’s barely functioning; between him and his mother, the feelings of guilt, resentment and rage run both ways, and Peter becomes one of the “pawns in a horrible, hopeless machine” one of his fellow English class students talks about, in a discussion of Greek tragedy and pitiless gods.

Aster borrows from all over the place, with unusual confidence and purpose. His best images play spatial games between Annie’s miniatures and the goings-on in the real house. Each time Aster cuts to a shot of the spacious semifurnished treehouse behind the family home, the one emitting a ghostly red glow from a space heater, it’s just as arresting as the previous time. Above all, there’s Collette, who sometimes can overdeliver a dramatic moment or an aghast reaction, but in this storytelling context she’s fabulous. It’s a fierce performance with a human pulse, racing one minute, dead still the next.

If “Hereditary” isn’t quite up to the horror-debut level of “The Witch,” it’s still a pretty remarkable experience. And now I think I need to pet my dog, or listen to some Gershwin, or something.

– 2:07. MPAA rating: R (for horror violence, disturbing images, language, drug use and brief graphic nudity) HHH½ (out of four stars)

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‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’ documentary a needed emotional tonic for troubled times

By KATIE WALSH Tribune News Service

If beloved legendary children’s television show host Mr. Rogers were once a representation of all things milquetoast, in the summer of 2018, his message of generous, abundant love and tolerance is not only saintly, it’s radical.

In the deftly crafted documentary “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?”

Academy-Award winning filmmaker Morgan Neville (“20 Feet From Stardom”) manages to make the mild-mannered Fred Rogers look downright revolutionary.

The probing documentary takes us beyond the set of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,” the PBS show that raised several generations of children and was guided by the simple but hugely impactful ethos that every person should be valued, and everyone deserves to be loved. It’s hard to imagine the notion might be a controversial stance, but in the world we live in today, just about everything can be fought, debated and taken down.

This is why “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” is so moving, an emotional tonic for troubled times.

Perhaps hindsight is 20/20, or perhaps one has to be an adult to fully comprehend just how incredibly brave and committed Fred Rogers was with his philosophy of helping children “through the difficult modulations of life.”

It sounds strange to say, but “Mister Rogers’ Neigh-

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This image shows Fred Rogers on the set of his show “Mr. Rogers Neighborhood” from the film, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor.”

borhood” is truly fearless TV, starting with its sweetly lo-fi aesthetic, co-starring a host of well-loved puppets. As one producer says, it was the opposite of all the elements that made for good TV — slow, quiet, gentle, an unlikely star — but it just worked, because he spoke to something so resonant: the idea that we all deserve love.

The fearlessness extended to the content, addressing issues of the day head on, from the RFK assassination to racism and segregation. The show made bold political statements about tolerance, and it helped children understand grief and the darker sides of life in a way that showed respect and dignity for their feelings, which he described as both “mentionable and manageable” in testimony before a Senate hearing for PBS funding.

Neville’s film doesn’t try to be an exhaustive

biography — it only cherry picks a few details from Rogers’ childhood and sprinkles them throughout — but what it captures is his essence and his mission, which was a deeply spiritual one, informed by his expansive, inclusive Christian faith (he was an ordained minister) and his tutelage under child psychologist Dr. Margaret McFarland.

Through interviews with the producers and crew of the show (his “playmates” as he called them), his wife, sons, colleagues and friends, we come to know Mister Rogers, who yes, was a lot like what we saw on TV — warm, empathetic, guileless, open-hearted. But he was also sly, funny, a prankster and a person who had to learn how to deal with or “tame” his own feelings in different ways.

But for all the new perspectives we gain on Fred Rogers — how incredibly

driven, political and complex he was — the most important one we’re left with is the one we had all along.

And it’s that reiteration of unconditional love that truly pierces the soul. His message that every child is special is not one of entitlement or narcissism, and it’s quite the opposite: humble, giving and caring.

“You don’t have to do anything sensational for people to love you,” he says in a commencement address, and that simple, yet profound expression is a shot through the heart, and an incredible reminder for us all, courtesy of Neville’s extraordinarily sensitive film.

Now it’s up to those of us who grew up on “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” to embody what we learned from him.

– 1:33 minutes. Rated PG-13 for some thematic elements and language.

HHHH (out of four stars)

Compiled from news services.

Ratings are 1 to 4 stars.

“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 “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 “Book Club” — Great as it is to see Jane Fonda, Diane Keaton, Mary Steenburgen and Candice Bergen on the big screen, too bad they’re floundering about in this undercooked, silly and often downright inexplicable romantic comedy that plays like lesser Nora Ephron. Comedy, PG-13, 104 minutes. HH “Deadpool 2” — Ryan Reynolds’ second turn as the cynical, witty superhero is wicked, dark fun from start to finish, with some twisted and very funny special effects, cool production elements, terrific ensemble work — and for dessert, perhaps the best end-credits “cookie” scene ever.

Comic book/action-adventure, R, 111 minutes. HHH½ “Life of the Party” — Absolutely zero new ground is broken in the story of a mom (Melissa McCarthy) joining her daughter at college that owes a debt to “Back to School” (1986). And yet I give “Life of the Party” a solid B on the strength of at least a half-dozen laugh-out-loud moments, some truly sharp dialogue, a tremendously likable cast, and the sheer force of its cheerful goofiness.

Comedy, PG-13, 105 minutes. HHH

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MOVIES “Terminal” — This highly stylized neon-noir is a dark and bloody and mind-bending trip, alternately fascinating and ridiculous, featuring juicy performances from one of the more eclectic casts you’ll see in a film in 2018.

Starring Margot Robbie, Simon Pegg, Matthew Lewis and Mike Myers as one of the sickest sickos of recent memory. Crime thriller, not rated, 90 minutes. HHH “Measure of a Man” — In this sweet and knowing coming-of-age movie, a teenage boy spends the summer of 1976 at a woodsy resort, doing chores for a Wall Street wizard (Donald Sutherland) and enduring bullying by a townie (Beau Knapp). This is a film that has us caring about the main characters from the get-go.

Comedy drama, PG-13, 100 minutes. HHH½ “Disobedience” — A London rabbinical scholar married to an English teacher (Rachel McAdams) invites a New York photographer (Rachel Weisz) to be their guest, knowing she once had an affair with his wife. The story of forbidden love comes across as a challenging but also deeply respectful and thoughtful meditation on traditions and mores that date back thousands of years. Drama, R, 114 minutes. HHH “Tully” — Charlize Theron reteams with the director and writer of “Young Adult” to play a harried mom who gets a hand from a New Agey “night nanny.” It’s a crackling good domestic comedy/drama with smart, often hilariously spot-on dialogue, expertly crafted performances, and some unexpected detours. Comedy drama, R, 94 minutes. HHH½

REVIEW

Jodie Foster makes ‘Hotel Artemis’ first-class experience

By RICK BENTLEY Tribune News Service

“Hotel Artemis” is a shining example of how it is not the amount of money spent to make a movie, but how the budget is being spent.

Director/writer Drew Pearce has managed to take the money that would be the cape-pressing budget for most superhero movies and create a high-energy, gritty-looking and prophetically scary tale set in the near future that comes across as big as any summer blockbuster but offers far more bang for the bucks in the writing, visuals and acting.

The film looks at “a typical Wednesday night” in the year 2028. The streets of downtown Los Angeles are the location for the most violent riot in the city’s history. All the blue war-painted protestors want is clean water, something that has become a premium in the state because of corporate greed.

Four men wearing skull masks find themselves in the middle of a failed bank heist where one of the robbers gets wounded.

Sherman Atkins (Sterling K. Brown) must get his brother, Lev Atkins (Brian Tyree), to the only place criminals can get medical attention, Hotel Artemis, without attracting the attention of the law. The medical care is given by the no-nonsense woman known only as The Nurse (Jodie Foster).

The film is a compelling visual as either “Blade Runner” movie from Pearce’s depiction of the riot-filled streets of Los Angeles to the guest rooms for the patients that reflect a passion for the exotic that has faded.

Pearce has created a very believable world that looks to be on the doorstep of being post-apocalyptic. The way the director keeps the action confined to a minimal amount of sets (partly because of budget restrictions) works because it creates a playlike structure with more of an emphasis on the actors than on the action.

And, “Hotel Artemis” is filled with standout performances topped by an Oscar-worthy effort by Foster, who in recent years has been more content to work behind the cameras instead of in front of them.

Foster transforms herself from her world-weary face to a way of shuffling when she walks that suggests a life of pain and suffering ignored to spend more time helping others. This is one of the Oscar-winner’s best and most memorable performances.

That’s because Pearce was so willing to cast against type with her and Brown. His performance as the always-planning thief couldn’t be any more different than his work on “This Is Us.” It’s a chance for Brown to show his range and in the process create a character who is smart, loyal and just a little dangerous.

The unusual casting continues through Dave Bautista, Charlie Day, Jenny Slate and Zachary Quinto.

“Hotel Artemis” gives Bautista a chance to show he can do more than flex his muscles, while Day plays the most despicable character of his career. One of the biggest surprises is Slate, who is often cast in lighter projects, but this dramatic role pays off.

Every bit of casting works. Pearce is able to bridge the worlds of great acting and superb action through Sofia Boutella, who plays Nice, an assassin for hire. Generally, Boutella plays the role with a scary likability that is at its best in scenes with Brown. She is also involved with one of the best confined space fight sequences in film since “Captain America: Winter Soldier.”

Getting both a very human and very deadly performance from Boutella is another example of how Pearce has shown great prudence in making the movie. Everything about the movie works, whether

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Jeff Goldblum (from left), Zachary Quinto and Jodie Foster star in “Hotel Artemis.”

it is viewed as just another summer popcorn movie or as a small independent filmdriven by a compelling

story and performances.

– 1:37. Rated R for violence, drug use, language.

HHH½ (out of four stars)

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