360 March 17, 2016

THEATER ARTS GUILD PRESENTS ‘MARY POPPINS’ Page 4

Skagit Valley Herald

ON STAGE PAGE 8 Glenn Miller Orchestra performs Sunday at Mt. Baker Theatre

Thursday March 17, 2016

THIS WEEKEND PAGE 3 Lincoln Theatre site of Chris Eger Band album release on Saturday night

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

E2 - Thursday, March 17, 2016

NEW ON DVD THIS WEEK “Brooklyn”: An cheating his partner, Irish woman comes to Steve Wozniak, out of Upcoming America to start a new a large bonus, but still movie releases life but becomes torn be revered around the Following is a partial between two men. world when he died. schedule of coming John Crowley creates The documentary released on DVD. a hauntingly beautidoesn’t go deeper.

Release dates are subful tale of love on It’s not clear whether ject to change: two continents in his Gibney did not have MARCH 22 period film. access to the smaller The Hunger Games: Crowley allows moments that helped Mockingjay Part 2 the story to unfold define Jobs or there Daddy’s Home through the beautiwas just nothing to The Letters ful landscapes of the find.

MARCH 29 Irish countryside and “Game of Thrones: The Hateful Eight Brooklyn in the early The Complete Fifth Concussion 1950s, presenting each Season”: Includes all Point Break with details that bring 10 episodes plus bonus Cartel Land them to life. Such content.

Exposed lavish backgrounds “Sisters”: Sisters Forsaken demand players who throw one last party APRIL 5 will not get lost in the before selling the famStar Wars Episode VII shadows. ily home. Tina Fey The Force Awakens “Carol”: Director stars.

The Hallow Todd Haynes has cre“Mayday”: Mystery Doctor Who: ated a world so rich Complete Series 9 unfolds when May in texture, design and Queen disappears. n Tribune News Service mood that it is easy to “Addiction Incorfall into its loving arms porated”: Research and get enveloped in scientist discovers danits story of love and loss. gers of smoking.

The art direction, costume design “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The and cinematography are so brilliant Road Chip”: Misunderstanding and honest, it is as if Haynes had leaves the Chipmunks worried about found a movie shot a half-century their future. ago and dusted it off for a modern “Half-Shell Heroes: Blast to the audience.

Past”: Turtles encounter friendly Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara dinosaurs. turn in superb performances as two “Censored Voices”: Six-Day War women fighting against, but eventuof 1967 is revisited. ally giving in to, their emotional con“The Nanny: The Final Season”: nection, despite living in the 1950s All 22 episodes in the sixth season when such relationships are considof the CBS comedy starring Fran ered taboo.

Drescher.

“The Big Short”: A group of men “Odd Squad: Dance Like predict the collapse of the economy Nobody’s Watching”: Agent Olaf because of bad loans. Christian Bale performs the potato song. stars. Director Adam McKay looks “New Tricks, Season 12”: The to put the financial collapse caused Unsolved Crime and Open Case by the housing bubble that happened Squad (UCOS) returns to crack less than a decade ago into an under- more cold cases. standable form.

“The Hatching”: Peaceful town It’s a valiant effort, but too often becomes a bloodbath when the eggs the movie gets bogged down in conof a killer crocodile hatch. versations about sub-prime lending, “Debbie Macombar’s Cedar Cove: collateralized debt obligation and The Final Season”: Take one more other subjects that are the things of trip to the small seaside town of Alan Greenspan’s dreams.

Cedar Cove.

“Steve Jobs: The Man in the “Invasion U.S.A.”: Chuck Norris Machine”: Director Alex Gibney film is on blu-ray. looks at how Jobs could be ruthn Rick Bentley, The Fresno Bee less in business, even to the point of

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

Tuning Up Page 9 The Holmes Shea Band plays the Conway Muse on Friday night

Inside

SUBMISSIONS Email features@skagitpublishing. com Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday for the following Thursday edition Phone 360-416-2135 Hand-deliver 1215 Anderson Road Mount Vernon, WA 98274 Mailing address P.O. Box 578 Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Out & About...................................5-6 Hot Tickets........................................ 7 On Stage, Tuning Up......................8-9 Get Involved.................................... 10 Easter Events................................... 11 At the Lincoln.................................. 13 Movies........................................14-15 ON THE COVER Madelyn Harris (from left), Karen Pollack and Michael Turner star in the Theater Arts Guild production of “Mary Poppins.”

Craig Parrish / Skagit Valley Herald

Online events calendar To list your event on our website, visit goskagit.com and look for the Events Calendar on the home page HAVE A STORY IDEA? Contact Features Editor Craig Parrish at 360-416-2135 or features@skagitpublishing. com TO ADVERTISE 360-424-3251

Thursday, March 17, 2016 - E3

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

THIS WEEKENDin the area The Chris Eger Band will celebrate the release of its new album “Show Me Where to Sign” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at the Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., downtown Mount Vernon.

The band will perform multiple selections from the new album and feature special guests. New merchandise, raffle giveaways and special memorabilia will be a part of the evening, according to a news release.

“Show Me Where to Sign” was recorded in Nashville with Eger’s guitar hero, Eric Heatherly, as producer. It features tunes written by Eger, Heatherly, Nashville blues great Stacy Mitchart and Gary Vincent, co-founder of Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Notable musicians include Bekka Bramlett, Double Trouble’s Reese Wynans and some of the most prolific studio players in Nashville. $15 with $2 off for Lincoln members.

Chris Eger Band album release party

MAGIC SHOW

Foothills Christian School presents “The Illusions of Elliott” at 7 p.m. Friday, March 18, at Church of the Nazarene, 2710 E. Fir St., Mount Vernon.

Local illusionist and entertainer Elliott Hofferth will perform. $5. Proceeds will benefit Foothills Christian School.

Tickets available at foothillschristian. com or at the door. More information: 360-420-9749.

MARYSVILLE 125 YEARS WEEKEND

The event will feature two days of celebration Friday and Saturday, March 19-20. 360-363-8400 or akingsford@ marysvillewa.gov: Friday, March 19: Lumberjack shows, music, pie-eating contest and music from 1 p.m. to dusk at Ebey Waterfront Park, 1404 First St., Marysville. Fee for food, drink, purchases and pony rides.

Saturday, March 20: Grand Opening and Mayor’s Gala: Introduction of the new Cultural Arts Program, featuring music by Tiller’s Folly, starts at 2 p.m. at the Marysville Opera House, 1225 Third St., Marysville. Enjoy building tours, appetizers, and no-host bar. $20.

ROBOTICS TOURNAMENT

The PNW Regional FIRST Robotics Tournament will take place Saturday and Sunday, March 19-20, at Mount Vernon High School, 314 N. Ninth St., Mount Vernon. Opening ceremonies will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, followed by qualification matches through the afternoon. Activities will resume at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, with morning qualification matches from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and final rounds from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. pnwfirst. org/events/schedule/2016-pnw-dist-6.

EDISON CARNIVAL

The Edison Parent & Teacher Booster Club will present the 37th annual “Edison Sports Center” Carnival from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at Edison Elementary School, 5801 Main Ave, Edison. Tickets are 35 cents each or 15 for $5 (activity booths require one or two tickets each). Proceeds will benefit Edison Elementary K-8 School.

360-755-3375.

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

E4 - Thursday, March 17, 2016

Photos by Craig Parrish / Skagit Valley Herald

Jane and Michael Banks (Madelyn Harris and Michael Turner) read their advertisement for a new nanny in a scene from “Mary Poppins.” Their mother, Winifred Banks (Leisha Skinner) and father (Nick Martin) listen with varying degrees of approval.

Theater Arts Guild presents a ‘Supercalifragilistic’ classic Skagit Valley Herald staff

‘Mary Poppins’

The impressive run of local theater groups When: 7:30 p.m. March tackling a daunting production continues this 18-19, 24-26, March 31-April week, as Theater Arts Guild presents “Mary 1-2; 2 p.m. March 20 and 27.

Poppins” at McIntyre Hall.

Where: McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon “Mary Poppins” delighted Broadway audi Tickets: $24 adults, $18 ences for some 2,500 performances and ages 16 and younger. 360received nominations for nine Olivier and seven 416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyre Tony Awards, including Best Musical, according hall.org. to a news release.

Bert, a jack-of-all-trades and street performer, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family how to value each other again.

Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren’t the only ones she has a profound effect upon. Even grownups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that “Anything can happen if you let it.”

Madelyn Harris (from left), Levi Bork and Michael Turner

Andy Buchanan and Dulcey Whyte

Thursday, March 17, 2016 - E5

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

OUT & ABOUT ART MIXED MEDIA ART SHOW: A new Mixed Media Show continues through March 28 at Scott Milo Gallery, 420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

The show features glass and steel work by Lin McJunkin and Milo White.

They have paired their work with painter Ann Vandervelde and poetry

by Anne McDuffie. The show also includes work by digital media artist Mustafa Bilal and paintings by Pat Sayre. Gallery hours are 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday or by appointment. 360-293-6938 or scottmilo.com.

“EDGING TOWARD DISASTER”: A show of new works by Natalie Niblack continues through March 31 at ACME Creative Space, 705 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. The exhibition includes paintings and prints of natural and man-made disasters.

The works are a result of a “pervading sense of disastrous change in the culture — change in climate, environment, politics and potential world war,” according to a news release. 360-453-7663 or acmecreative.co.

“SECRETS OF THE MOUNT VERNON CULTURE”: The Skagit County Historical Museum is featuring a special installation, “Secrets of the Mount Vernon Culture: Uncovered, Documented and Prepared by Jack Gunter,” through May 15 at 501 S Fourth St., La Conner. The show features monumental pottery sculptures, paintings and other “artifacts” created

by Camano Island artist, author and world traveler

Jack Gunter. The museum is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. $5 adults, $4 seniors and ages 6 to 12, $10 families. Free for members and ages 5 and younger. 360466-3365 or skagitcounty. net/museum.

NORTHWEST ARTISTS AT SMITH & VALLEE: A diverse group of Northwest artists are represented in “Surroundings” a painterly landscape perspective of Skagit Valley, through April 3 at Smith & Vallee Gallery, 5742 Gilkey Ave., Edison. Featured are Clayton James, Ed Kamuda, Eric Eschenbach, Kathleen Faulkner, Becky Fletcher, Hart James, Gregg Laananen, Kris Ekstrand Molesworth, Rob Vetter, David Blakesley and Maggie Wilder.

Also on display in Smith & Vallee’s back gallery is Dederick Ward’s canvas series “Reaching for Silence,” a tribute to quietude in an increasingly noisy world. Free.

360-766-6230.

“SECRETS OF THE MOUNT VERNON CULTURE”: The Skagit County Historical Museum is featuring a special installation, “Secrets of the Mount Vernon Culture: Uncovered, Documented and Prepared by Jack Gunter,” through May 15 at 501 S Fourth St., La Conner. The show features monumental pottery sculptures, paintings and other “artifacts” created

by Camano Island artist, author and world traveler Jack Gunter. The museum is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. $5 adults, $4 seniors and ages 6 to 12, $10 families. Free for members and ages 5 and younger. 360466-3365 or skagitcounty. net/museum.

SURFACE DESIGN

ARTIST TOUR: Enjoy a morning tour of Anita Luvera Mayer’s studio from 9:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, at the Gail Harker Center for Creative Arts, 12636 Chilberg Road., Mount Vernon.

Follow the tour with lunch, then explore Mayer’s exhibition “Clothing: Art and Embellishment” at the La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum. $50.

360-466-0110 or gail creativestudies.com.

ARTIST EXHIBITION: View Anacortes artist Anne Schreivogl’s colorful, upbeat paintings April 6-27 at the Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First Street, Mount Vernon. Meet Schreivogl at the Mount Vernon Art Walk from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, April 7. Free. 360-293-8988 or lincolntheatre.org.

“Beyond The Surface,” featuring work by the Whidbey Island Surface Design Group, continues through March 27 at the La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum, 703 S. Second St., La Conner. The group’s exhibit includes artwork created with fiber and fabric as a base, and embellished using a variety of processes including dyeing, wrapping, felting, stitching, weaving, image transfer, beading, quilting, painting, printing and collage. Museum hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Admission: $7, $5 students and military, free for members and ages 11 and younger.

360-466-4288 or laconnerquilts.org. Pictured: “Ceremonial Vessel” by Marie Plakos “FROM THE FOREST”: Check out a collection of amazing fungi, bones and paintings of and from local forests through March 19 at Gallery Cygnus, 109 Commercial, La Conner.

Gallery hours are noon to five p.m. Friday through Sunday. 360-708-4787 or gallerycygnus.com.

OPEN HOUSE: Explore the resources at the Gail Harker Center for Creative Arts from 1 to 5 p.m.

Saturday, April 2, at 12636 Chilberg Road., Mount Vernon. The center offers a comprehensive course schedule for artists of every level. An internationally acclaimed faculty conducts certificate, diploma and tutored courses in textile art, color studies, machine embroidery, paper and feltmaking, multimedia art and more. Stitch and design artwork will be on display.

Free. 360-466-0110 or gail creativestudies.com.

FAIRS GRAND OPENING FAIR: Chuckanut Valley Veterinary Clinic, 896 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington, will host a Grand Opening Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 19. Bring your dog and enjoy free canine flu vaccinations, food, pony rides, music, face painting, giveaways, dog training and more. 360-757-3722 or cvvcgo.wagly.com.

LECTURES AND TALKS “SEA OTTERS: A Natural History”: with Dr. Jane Watson, Ph.D., Dept. of Biology, Vancouver Island University: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, March 18, at the NW Educational Service District Building, 1601 R St., Anacortes.

Watson will share her knowledge from 25 years of study of these. Free. skagitbeaches.org.

MARITIME SPEAKER SERIES: “Classic Motor Yachts of the Pacific Northwest”: 4 p.m. Saturday, March 19, Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. The Pacific Northwest has a heritage of some of the finest boat designers and builders in the world. Capt. Rick Etsell narrates a slide show of some of these timeless classic vessels.

Free. 360-293-1910, ext.

21, or library.cityof anacortes.org.

“POETRY IN ANACORTES HISTORY”: 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Local historian Bret Lunsford traces elements of Anacortes history through local poets. Free. 360-293-1910, ext. 21, or library.cityof anacortes.org.

“CRACKING THE CODES: THE SYSTEM OF RACIAL INEQUALITY”: 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St. Anacortes Police Chief Bonnie Bowers will facilitate a discussion centered on the documentary about recognizing and responding to racism in our society. Free. 360-2931910, ext. 21, or library. cityofanacortes.org.

MUSIC BREWS & UKES: To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the Mount Vernon Ukulele Fun & Song Circle will lead a singalong of favorite Irish songs from 2 to 4 p.m. today, March 17, at the Porterhouse Pub, 416 W. Gates St., Mount Vernon. Bring a uke if you have one. 206790-4862 or yogaheart space0@gmail.com.

Continued on Page E6

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

E6 - Thursday, March 17, 2016

OUT & ABOUT EARTH SONGS: The Cantabile Chamber Choir and guests will celebrate Earth Day with “Voices of Earth’s Secret Soul” from 7:30 to 9 p.m., Saturday, April 23, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 415 S. 18th St., Mount Vernon.

Come 45 minutes early to hear local environmentalist Pete Hasse speak about “A History of Earth Day.” $15 general admission, $8 students, $40 families at the door. 360-424-1822.

MORE FUN MAGIC SHOW: Foothills Christian School presents “The Illusions of Elliott” at 7 p.m. Friday, March 18, at the Church of the Nazarene, 2710 E. Fir St., Mount Vernon. Local illusionist and entertainer Elliott Hofferth will perform. $5. Proceeds will benefit Foothills Christian

School. Tickets available at foothillschristian.com or at the door. More information: 360-420-9749.

KIDS GIANT GARAGE SALE: Young vendors will offer a variety of kid-related items for sale from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 26, inside the Burlington Parks and Recreation Center, 900 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington. Shop for gently used toys, books, clothes, bikes, furniture, games and more.

Free admission. 360-7559659.

DAIRY AMBASSADOR CORONATION: The Skagit County Dairy Women will hold their Skagit Dairy Ambassador Coronation Dessert Social at 7 p.m.

Monday, April 4, at Salem Lutheran Church, 2529 N. LaVenture Road, Mount Vernon. $5 at the door.

360-269-8855.

TEA & FASHIONS: The Stanwood Area Historical Society’s fifth annual Spring Tea & Vintage Fashion Exhibit will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Floyd Norgaard Hall, 27130 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. Featuring the exhibit “Waistlines & Hemlines: Fashion from 1880 to 1970,” the event will include recognition of Alice M. Davison, principal of Stanwood High School, who spent 42 years in the Stanwood school system. Former state Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen will speak. Enjoy music by the Walt and Kenny Duo, raffle baskets and a silent auction. Prizes will be awarded for the best hat or vintage costume. $20. Reservations required by April 8: 360-629-6110.

SPRING GARAGE SALE: Skagit County Fairgrounds’ 24th annual

Spring Garage Sale, Antiques & More is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 8-9, at 479 W. Taylor St., Mount Vernon. Rain or shine. $3 admission, $3 parking.

Booth space available.

360-416-1350 or skagit county.net/fairgrounds.

SPOTLIGHT FILM FESTIVAL: The Lincoln Theatre hosts a series of documentaries on issues that impact the lives of Skagit County residents at 7 p.m. Thursdays, at 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon.

Each film highlights a different topic, followed by a community panel or discussion. $5 suggested donation. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org. Next up: April 14: “Paper Tigers”: Set amid the rural community of Walla Walla, the film examines Trauma Informed Communities — a movement that is “showing great promise in healing youths struggling with the dark legacy of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES).” A panel discussion will follow the film.

BOOKS, BITES, BURGUNDY and BEYOND: 6:30 to 9 p.m., Saturday, April 16, Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave., Burlington. Enjoy local food, wine and beer, live music, trivia contests and more. $30, tickets available at the Burlington Public Library or Stowes Shoes & Clothing, 420 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington. Must be 21 to attend.

360-755-0760.

SPRING DANCE: featuring Camano Junction from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island. $15 at the door. 360-387-0222 or camanocenter.org.

Thursday, March 17, 2016 - E7

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

HOT TICKETS EARL KLUGH: March 17-20, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

DAUGHTER: March 19, The Showbox, Seattle. 800745-3000 or showboxon line.com.

SLAYER, TESTAMENT, CARCASS: March 19, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. purchase.tickets.com.

LORD OF THE DANCE: DANGEROUS GAMES: March 20, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 877-784-4849 or livenation.com.

GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA: March 20, Mount Baker Theatre, Bellingham.

360-734-6080 or mount bakertheatre.com.

JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ ENSEMBLES: March 21, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

TINSLEY ELLIS: March 22-23, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND: March 24, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or live nation.com.

MASTERS OF ILLUSION: March 24, Moore Theatre, Seattle. 877-784-4849 or livenation.com.

TONIGHT ALIVE/SET IT OFF: March 24, Neumos, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or showboxonline.com.

MADELEINE PEYROUX TRIO: March 24-27, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle.

206-441-9729 or jazzalley. com.

JOHNNY RIVERS: March 25-26, Skagit Valley Casino Resort, Bow. 877-275-2448 or theskagit.com.

“A NIGHT WITH JANIS

LOS LOBOS April 7-10, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle.

206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

JOPLIN”: March 25-April 17, The 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. 206-625-1900 or 5thavenue.org.

THE FLOOZIES: March 26, The Showbox, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or showbox online.com.

IGGY POP: March 28, Paramount Theatre, Seattle.

877-784-4849 or livenation. com.

DAVINA AND THE VAGABONDS: March 29-30, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle.

206-441-9729 or jazzalley. com.

UNDEROATH: March 30, Showbox SoDo, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or showbox online.com.

RUBEN STUDDARD: March 31-April 3, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-4419729 or jazzalley.com.

ELLIE GOULDING: April 2, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

LOUDON WAINWRIGHT III: April 2, Lincoln Theatre, Mount Vernon. 360-3368955 or lincolntheatre.org.

SUDDEN VALLEY JAZZ SERIES: April 2/Nov. 5, Sudden Valley Dance Barn, Bellingham. 360-671-1709 or FSWL.org.

ANDERS OSBORNE: April 3, Neumos, Seattle. 800-

745-3000 or showboxon line.com.

THE ROBERT CRAY BAND: April 8, Lincoln Theatre, Mount Vernon. 360336-8955 or lincolntheatre. org.

IRON MAIDEN: April 11, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma.

800-745-3000 or livenation. com.

ELVIS COSTELLO: with Larkin Poe: April 17, Mount Baker Theatre, Bellingham.

360-734-6080 or mount bakertheatre.com.

GEORGE COLLIGAN TRIO FEATURING THOMAS MARRIOTT: April 18, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-4419729 or jazzalley.com.

PATTI LUPONE: April 23, Mount Baker Theatre, Bellingham. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

OZ NOY WITH DAVE WECKL AND JIMMY HASLIP: April 26-27, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

MELISSA MANCHESTER: April 29-30, Skagit Valley Casino Resort, Bow. 877275-2448 or theskagit.com.

JOEY DEFRANCESCO QUARTET: May 3-4, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle.

206-441-9729 or jazzalley. com.

VILLAGE THEATRE be inspired 2015-2016 A PULITZER PRIZE-WINNING COMEDY

A WORLD PREMIERE NEW MUSICAL

3-show season • Crimes of the Heart • My Heart Is the Drum • Billy Elliot ELTON JOHN’S AWARD-WINNING BLOCKBUSTER

SPONSORED IN PART BY

SUBSCRIBE & SAVE 20% COMPARED TO THE SINGLE TICKET PRICE

EVERETT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER I BOX OFFICE (425) 257-8600 I VillageTheatre.org

CYRUS CHESTNUT TRIO: May 10-11, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-4419729 or jazzalley.com.

SELENA GOMEZ: May 13, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE: May 13-14, Skagit Valley Casino Resort, Bow. 877275-2448 or theskagit.com.

THE WHO: May 15, KeyArena, Seattle. thewho. com.

BEYONCÉ: May 18, CenturyLink Field, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

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

BILLY JOEL: May 20, Safeco Field, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

LLOYD JONES: May 28, Lincoln Theatre, Mount Vernon. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

ARTURO SANDOVAL: May 26-29, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

PAUL SIMON: May 28-29, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 800-745-3000

or ticketmaster.com.

BOB DYLAN & HIS BAND: with Mavis Staples: June 4-5, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 800-745-3000 or Ticketmaster.com.

SLIPKNOT: with Marilyn Manson, Of Mice & Men: June 11, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

JUSTIN HAYWARD (Moody Blues): featuring IGN’s Mike Dawes: June 24, Lincoln Theatre, Mount Vernon. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

BOSTON: July 1, WAMU Theatre, Seattle. 800-7453000 or Ticketmaster.com.

PHISH: July 15-16, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

STING & PETER GABRIEL: July 21, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

THE RIPPINGTONS: July 21-24, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

ALBERT LEE: with Kate Taylor: July 24, Lincoln Theatre, Mount Vernon.

360-336-8955 or lincoln

theatre.org.

ROB ZOMBIE, KORN: July 27, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

WATERSHED FESTIVAL: with Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Keith Urban and more: July 29-31, Aug. 5-7, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. watershedfest.com.

DEMI LOVATO, NICK JONAS: Aug. 21, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

5 SECONDS OF SUMMER: Aug. 28, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

DAVE MATTHEWS BAND: Sept. 2-4, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. davematthews band.com.

DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES: Sept. 9, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800745-3000 or livenation.com.

DEF LEPPARD: with REO Speedwagon, Tesla: Oct. 1, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800745-3000 or livenation.com. n For complete listings, visit goskagit.com and click on “Entertainment”

ANACORTES SPRING WINE FESTIVAL

Saturday April 9th

General Admission 1-5pm anacortes.org/spring

E8 Thursday, March 17, 2016

ON STAGE in the Skagit Valley and surrounding area March 17-26

TUNING UP Playing at area venues March 17-24 LOOKING AHEAD

SUNDAY.20

FRIDAY.25

THE WORLD FAMOUS GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA 3 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $20-$45. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall. org.

“New Adventures in Artificial Sarcasm: An Evening of Original Short Plays”: 7:30 p.m., Mount Vernon High School, Old Main Auditorium, 314 N. Ninth St., Mount Vernon. $7 adults, $5 students.

360-428-6100.

“Les Miserables” (musical): 7 p.m., Burlington-Edison High School, 301 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. $9 adults, $5 seniors and students, $25 family of four. 360-757-4074 or be.wednet.edu/BEHS.

SATURDAY.26

Thursday.17

Saturday.19

THEATER

THEATER

“Wonder of the World” (comedy): 7 p.m., Anacortes High School, 1600 20th St., Anacortes. Admission by donation. 360-5031369 or ahs.asd103.org.

Friday.18 THEATER

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall. org.

“Wonder of the World” (comedy): 7 p.m., Anacortes High School, 1600 20th St., Anacortes. Admission by donation. 360-5031369 or ahs.asd103.org.

Thursday, March 17, 2016 E9

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall. org.

“Wonder of the World” (comedy): 7 p.m., Anacortes High School, 1600 20th St., Anacortes. Admission by donation. 360-5031369 or ahs.asd103.org.

MUSIC “Fifth annual Play It Forward Chamber Residency”: Colburn Chamber players, 7:30 p.m., Bellingham High School, 2020 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Students free; adults $15 donation. bellinghamfestival.org.

Sunday.20 THEATER

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 2 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyre hall.org.

MUSIC

The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra: 3 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $20-$45. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

Thursday.24 THEATER

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. Bargain night: $16. 360-4167727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

“New Adventures in Artificial Sarcasm: An Evening of Original Short Plays”: 7:30 p.m., Mount Vernon High School, Old Main Auditorium, 314 N. Ninth St., Mount Vernon. $7 adults, $5 students. 360-428-6100.

“Les Miserables” (musical): 7 p.m., Burlington-Edison High School, 301 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. $9 adults, $5 seniors and students, $25 family of four. 360-757-4074 or be.wednet.edu/BEHS.

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild: 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall. org.

“New Adventures in Artificial Sarcasm: An Evening of Original Short Plays”: 7:30 p.m., Mount Vernon High School, Old Main Auditorium, 314 N. Ninth St., Mount Vernon. $7 adults, $5 students.

360-428-6100.

“Les Miserables”: 2 and 7 p.m., BurlingtonEdison High School, 301 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. $9 adults, $5 seniors and students, $25 family of four. 360757-4074 or be.wednet. edu/BEHS. Mañalac Piano Duo (classical music): 7:30 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. $12-$15. 360-354-3600 or jansenartcenter.org.

THURSDAY.17 Lindsay Street Band (Celtic music): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. 360445-3000.

Eddy & The Touks: 6 to 8 p.m., The Woolley Market, 829 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley.

360-982-2649.

Open Mic and Jam: 8 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. No cover. 425-7375144 or 360629-6500.

SATURDAY.19 WES JONES BAND 9 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $7.

425-737-5144 or 360-629-6500.

FRIDAY.18 THE HOLMES SHEA BAND 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $7. 360-445-3000.

FRIDAY.18 The Holmes Shea Band (pop, rock): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $7.

360-445-3000.

Friday Swing, with Duane Melcher and Ken Vanderhyde (’30s, ’40s & ’50s classic tunes): 7 to 9 p.m., North Cove Coffee, 1130 S. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. No cover. 360-707-2683.

Comanche Joey (rock, blues, Americana): 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360-399-1805.

Andrew Norsworthy: 8 p.m., Rockfish Grill, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

360-588-1720.

Acoustic Jam Night: Nick Anthony and Friends, 7 to 10 p.m., Evelyn’s Tavern, 12667 Highway 9, Clear Lake. 360-3991321.

Deception Connection: 7 p.m., Mount Vernon Elks Lodge, 2120 Market St., Mount Vernon. Members and signed-in guests only.

360-848-8882.

J.P. Falcon: 8 p.m., Longhorn Saloon & Grill, 5754 Cains Court, Edison. No cover. 360-766-6330.

Alley Gaterz: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon.

360-422-6411.

SATURDAY.19 CeeCee James and Rob “Slideboy” Andrews (blues): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $10. 360-445-3000.

Stubborn Son: 7:30 p.m., H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360755-3956.

SUNDAY.20 Gary B’s Church of Blues: Jam night, 6 to 10 p.m., Conway Pub & Eatery, 18611 Main St., Conway.

360-445-4733.

MONDAY.21 Orville Johnson: 5:30 p.m., Edison Inn, 5829 Cains Court, Edison.

No cover. 360766-6266.

Acid Mothers Temple, Orphan Goggles: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham. $10-$12.

360-778-1067.

Comanche Joey: 9:30 p.m., The Brown Lantern, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. No cover. 360-293-2544.

The Scarlet Locomotive: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360-3991805.

WEDNESDAY.23 Fidalgo Swing: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360588-1720.

Wes Jones Band: 9 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $7.

425-737-5144 or 360629-6500.

D’vas and the Dudes: 9 p.m., Longhorn Saloon & Grill, 5754 Cains Court, Edison. No cover.

360-766-6330.

Alley Gaterz: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon.

360-422-6411.

THURSDAY.24 Acoustic Night: Kira Hendricksen, 9 p.m., The Brown Lantern, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. No cover. 360-2932544.

The Cutthroats 9 (members of Unsane and Death Angel), Drunk Dad, Dryland: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham. $7.

Wayne Hayton (folk rock, Americana): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway.

360-445-3000.

Something Strange: 6 to 8 p.m., The Woolley Market, 829 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley. 360-9822649.

Mia Vermillion (blues): 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360399-1805.

Mean Jeans, Dead Bars, Fallopia: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham. $7. 360778-1067.

Open Mic and Jam: 8 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood.

No cover. 425737-5144 or 360-629-6500.

E8 Thursday, March 17, 2016

ON STAGE in the Skagit Valley and surrounding area March 17-26

TUNING UP Playing at area venues March 17-24 LOOKING AHEAD

SUNDAY.20

FRIDAY.25

THE WORLD FAMOUS GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA 3 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $20-$45. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall. org.

“New Adventures in Artificial Sarcasm: An Evening of Original Short Plays”: 7:30 p.m., Mount Vernon High School, Old Main Auditorium, 314 N. Ninth St., Mount Vernon. $7 adults, $5 students.

360-428-6100.

“Les Miserables” (musical): 7 p.m., Burlington-Edison High School, 301 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. $9 adults, $5 seniors and students, $25 family of four. 360-757-4074 or be.wednet.edu/BEHS.

SATURDAY.26

Thursday.17

Saturday.19

THEATER

THEATER

“Wonder of the World” (comedy): 7 p.m., Anacortes High School, 1600 20th St., Anacortes. Admission by donation. 360-5031369 or ahs.asd103.org.

Friday.18 THEATER

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall. org.

“Wonder of the World” (comedy): 7 p.m., Anacortes High School, 1600 20th St., Anacortes. Admission by donation. 360-5031369 or ahs.asd103.org.

Thursday, March 17, 2016 E9

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall. org.

“Wonder of the World” (comedy): 7 p.m., Anacortes High School, 1600 20th St., Anacortes. Admission by donation. 360-5031369 or ahs.asd103.org.

MUSIC “Fifth annual Play It Forward Chamber Residency”: Colburn Chamber players, 7:30 p.m., Bellingham High School, 2020 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Students free; adults $15 donation. bellinghamfestival.org.

Sunday.20 THEATER

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 2 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyre hall.org.

MUSIC

The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra: 3 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $20-$45. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

Thursday.24 THEATER

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild, 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. Bargain night: $16. 360-4167727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

“New Adventures in Artificial Sarcasm: An Evening of Original Short Plays”: 7:30 p.m., Mount Vernon High School, Old Main Auditorium, 314 N. Ninth St., Mount Vernon. $7 adults, $5 students. 360-428-6100.

“Les Miserables” (musical): 7 p.m., Burlington-Edison High School, 301 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. $9 adults, $5 seniors and students, $25 family of four. 360-757-4074 or be.wednet.edu/BEHS.

“Mary Poppins”: Theater Arts Guild: 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $24 adults, $18 ages 16 and younger. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall. org.

“New Adventures in Artificial Sarcasm: An Evening of Original Short Plays”: 7:30 p.m., Mount Vernon High School, Old Main Auditorium, 314 N. Ninth St., Mount Vernon. $7 adults, $5 students.

360-428-6100.

“Les Miserables”: 2 and 7 p.m., BurlingtonEdison High School, 301 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. $9 adults, $5 seniors and students, $25 family of four. 360757-4074 or be.wednet. edu/BEHS. Mañalac Piano Duo (classical music): 7:30 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. $12-$15. 360-354-3600 or jansenartcenter.org.

THURSDAY.17 Lindsay Street Band (Celtic music): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. 360445-3000.

Eddy & The Touks: 6 to 8 p.m., The Woolley Market, 829 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley.

360-982-2649.

Open Mic and Jam: 8 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. No cover. 425-7375144 or 360629-6500.

SATURDAY.19 WES JONES BAND 9 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $7.

425-737-5144 or 360-629-6500.

FRIDAY.18 THE HOLMES SHEA BAND 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $7. 360-445-3000.

FRIDAY.18 The Holmes Shea Band (pop, rock): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $7.

360-445-3000.

Friday Swing, with Duane Melcher and Ken Vanderhyde (’30s, ’40s & ’50s classic tunes): 7 to 9 p.m., North Cove Coffee, 1130 S. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. No cover. 360-707-2683.

Comanche Joey (rock, blues, Americana): 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360-399-1805.

Andrew Norsworthy: 8 p.m., Rockfish Grill, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

360-588-1720.

Acoustic Jam Night: Nick Anthony and Friends, 7 to 10 p.m., Evelyn’s Tavern, 12667 Highway 9, Clear Lake. 360-3991321.

Deception Connection: 7 p.m., Mount Vernon Elks Lodge, 2120 Market St., Mount Vernon. Members and signed-in guests only.

360-848-8882.

J.P. Falcon: 8 p.m., Longhorn Saloon & Grill, 5754 Cains Court, Edison. No cover. 360-766-6330.

Alley Gaterz: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon.

360-422-6411.

SATURDAY.19 CeeCee James and Rob “Slideboy” Andrews (blues): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $10. 360-445-3000.

Stubborn Son: 7:30 p.m., H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360755-3956.

SUNDAY.20 Gary B’s Church of Blues: Jam night, 6 to 10 p.m., Conway Pub & Eatery, 18611 Main St., Conway.

360-445-4733.

MONDAY.21 Orville Johnson: 5:30 p.m., Edison Inn, 5829 Cains Court, Edison.

No cover. 360766-6266.

Acid Mothers Temple, Orphan Goggles: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham. $10-$12.

360-778-1067.

Comanche Joey: 9:30 p.m., The Brown Lantern, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. No cover. 360-293-2544.

The Scarlet Locomotive: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360-3991805.

WEDNESDAY.23 Fidalgo Swing: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360588-1720.

Wes Jones Band: 9 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $7.

425-737-5144 or 360629-6500.

D’vas and the Dudes: 9 p.m., Longhorn Saloon & Grill, 5754 Cains Court, Edison. No cover.

360-766-6330.

Alley Gaterz: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon.

360-422-6411.

THURSDAY.24 Acoustic Night: Kira Hendricksen, 9 p.m., The Brown Lantern, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. No cover. 360-2932544.

The Cutthroats 9 (members of Unsane and Death Angel), Drunk Dad, Dryland: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham. $7.

Wayne Hayton (folk rock, Americana): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway.

360-445-3000.

Something Strange: 6 to 8 p.m., The Woolley Market, 829 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley. 360-9822649.

Mia Vermillion (blues): 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360399-1805.

Mean Jeans, Dead Bars, Fallopia: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham. $7. 360778-1067.

Open Mic and Jam: 8 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood.

No cover. 425737-5144 or 360-629-6500.

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

E10 - Thursday, March 17, 2016

GET INVOLVED ART

ART CLASSES

CALL FOR ARTISTS: The Mount Vernon Downtown Association is developing a roster of artists interested in showing their art in downtown Mount Vernon galleries and businesses during First Thursday Art Walks, held the first Thursday of each month from April through October. The organization is seeking artisans from all media, including painters, photographers, sculptors, fabric artists and more. 360336-3801 or dep.mvda@ gmail.com.

FAMILY ART DAYS AT MoNA: The Museum of Northwest Art offers Family Art Days each month at MoNA, 121 S. First St., La Conner. Sessions are open to ages 5 and older at all skill levels and include guided walk-throughs of MoNA exhibitions. $5 per family, free for members. Limited enrollment. Preregistration is required. 360-4664446 or monamuseum. org.

Next up: Clay Mugs: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 2 to 4 p.m.

Saturday, March 19. Create a handmade clay mug while experimenting with various textures, and then finish by painting with glaze. Artworks will be fired offsite and returned to MoNA for pickup.

Colorful Silk Scarves: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 16. Learn the process of stretching, designing, and painting a small silk scarf.

CALL TO ARTISTS: The Skagit Art Association is accepting new member applications. Benefits include networking with area artists in a variety of mediums and participation in the association’s annual “Art in a Pickle Barn” show/sale held during the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Applications are available at skagitart.org.

More information: 360770-3660 or earthnclay@ outlook.com.

CALL FOR INSTRUCTORS: Burlington Parks and Recreation is looking for qualified instructors to expand its enrichment classes for youth and adults. To download an instructor’s packet, visit burlingtonwa.gov and click on the “Instructors Needed” tab. 360-7559649 or recreation@ burlingtonwa.gov.

CALL TO COLLECTORS: Anacortes Museum, 1305 Eighth St., Anacortes, invites local collectors to participate in its “Anacortes Presents” program by putting their treasures on display.

Exhibits usually run about three months. 360293-1915.

BURLINGTON ART CLASSES: Burlington Parks and Recreation offers art classes for kids at the rec center, 900 E. Fairhaven Ave. For information or to register: 360755-9649 or burlingtonwa. gov/recreation.

Next up: Comic Book Art: 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, March 29-April 26 (no class April 5). Kids ages 8 to 13 will learn the basics of graphic art while drawing superheroes and villains from favorite comics. For beginning or advanced students. $45, includes all supplies and portfolio.

Register by March 22.

GOLDEN LECTURE: Innovations in Acrylic: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19, Tri-Dee Arts, 215 S. First St., Mount

Vernon. Learn how to build on the basics of acrylic painting with a wealth of information about materials and methods that open up new possibilities for your artwork. Free. 360-3366131.

COLOR ME SUNDAY: Relax and color patterns from 2 to 4 p.m.

Sunday, March 20, at the Anacortes Center for Happiness, 619 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. By donation. All materials provided. RSVP: 360-4642229 or anacortescenter forhappiness.org.

DANCE BIG BAND SWING DANCE & REUNION: The SeaNotes Big Band Reunion and Swing Dance will take place from 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Saturday, March 19, at the Oak Harbor Elks’ Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St., Oak Harbor. Celebrate Bruce Seltveit’s 20 years as director. Everyone invited. Former SeaNotes, bring your instrument.

Free. 360-941-3795 or seanotesbigband.org.

MUSIC SKAGIT VALLEY MUSIC CLUB: The club welcomes performers (intermediate and above), listeners and guests to join the fun at 1:45 p.m.

Thursday, March 31, at Vasa Hall, 1805 Cleveland St., Mount Vernon. Come and sing, play the club’s piano or organ, play your own instrument or just enjoy a variety of music — ’20s to ’70s classical, popular, western and gospel. Free. For information, call Elaine at 360-4284228.

DRUM CIRCLE: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. today, March 17,

at the Center for Spiritual Living, 1508 N. 18th St., Mount Vernon. Bring your drum or borrow one.

Handicapped accessible.

Free. Freewill offering accepted. 360-305-7559.

RECREATION ROLLER DERBY: Learn more about the Skagit Valley Roller Derby from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29, at Skagit Skate, 390 Cedar St., Burlington. Meet current skaters and sponsors, and learn how to volunteer.

Free. 360-399-6044 or skagitvalleyrollerderby. com.

ANNIVERSARY EQUINOX WALK: Celebrate Washington State Parks’ 103rd birthday and spring equinox with an easy walk from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday, March 19, at Rasar State Park, 38730 Cape Horn Road, Concrete.

Observe how the amount of daylight exceeds the amount of dark. Bring your flashlight and dress for the weather. Meet at the day-use area. Free.

No Discover pass needed.

360-853-8461.

WILD NIGHT LIFE: Join an interpretive specialist for an evening of wildlife from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 26, at Rasar State Park, 38730 Cape Horn Road, Concrete.

Learn about night animals before heading out to look for signs of night animal activity by scenic Skagit River. Bring your flashlight and dress for the weather. Meet at the day-use area. Free. 360826-3942.

MINI KICKERS SOCCER CLASSES: ages 2 to 5: The 10-week session will meet Tuesday mornings, April 12-June 14, at Skagit River Park, 1100

S. Skagit St., Burlington.

Ages 2-3 will meet from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Ages 4-5 will meet from 10 to 10:45 a.m.

British Challenger’s professional, licensed coaches will teach kids basic soccer skills. $99.

First-time players will receive a jersey, shorts, ball and certificate.

Returning players receive a backpack, ball and certificate. Preregister at minikickersoccer.com.

For more information, contact Burlington Parks and Recreation at 360755-9649.

FREE PARK ADMISSION: In honor of Washington State Parks’ 103rd birthday, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will offer free admission to all state parks on Saturday, March 19. The Discover Pass will not be required to enter state parks, but will be required to access lands managed by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Department of Natural Resources. parks.

SALMON HABITAT RESTORATION: Join Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group (SFEG) to help restore native riparian plants in the Skagit and Samish watersheds.

These plants provide shade and cover for salmon and leaf litter for aquatic insects, which in turn provide food for salmon. These riparian zones also improve water quality by controlling erosion and filtering pollutants. All planting events take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. For information, directions or to sign up: 360-336-0172 or sfeg@skagitfisheries. org.

Next up:

March 19: Planting at Cornet Bay, Deception Pass State Park.

March 26: Nursery potting party.

DAFFODIL BICYCLE RIDE: In conjunction with the La Conner Daffodil Festival, the second annual Dandy Daffodil Tweed Ride will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 26, at La Conner Channel Lodge, 205 N. First St., La Conner. Early check-in will be available from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, March 25, at Hellam’s Vineyard, 109 N. First St., with dayof-ride check-in from 9 to 10 a.m.

An after-ride party will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Hellam’s Vineyard, where prizes will be awarded in a variety of categories, including most dapper chap, most snappy lass, most stylish steed, most marvelous mustache (men & women), most interesting picnic blanket, most classic teacup and best limerick. The bike ride is suitable for cyclists of all skill levels. Registration: $10. thedandydaffodil.com.

WORKSHOPS SCRAPBOOKING & MORE: Shop for bargains at the Spring Scrapbooking & More event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 16, at the Burlington Parks & Recreation Center, 900 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington.

Vendors will offer scrapbooking and stamping supplies, paper and stickers, arts and crafts supplies, tools and materials for knitting, sewing and other handiwork and more. Free admission. A limited number of booth spaces are available for $25 for an 8-by-8-foot booth. Call 360-755-9649

by April 1 to inquire.

Thursday, March 17, 2016 - E11

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

EASTER EVENTS IN THE AREA Easter is on Sunday, March 27, and Easter-related events begin this week: SPRING CARNIVAL & EGG HUNT: Skagit Valley Family YMCA will host the event from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 18, at the YMCA Sports Center at Bakerview Park, 3101 E. Fir St., Mount Vernon. Kids ages 3 to 8 can play carnival games, win prizes and get a photo taken with the Easter Bunny.

Bring your own basket. Kids must be accompanied by a parent. $5. Tickets must be purchased in advance at the YMCA. 360-336-9622.

COMMUNITY EGG HUNT: The Church of the Nazarene, 2710 E. Fir St., Mount Vernon, will host a community Easter egg hunt at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 19.

360-428-7974 or mountvernonnaz.org.

EASTER BUNNY TRAIN: A special excursion on vintage passenger cars will leave at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday,

March 19, from Wickersham Station at the Lake Whatcom Railway, located 10 miles north of Sedro-Woolley on Highway 9. After a 4-mile ride to a meadow, children will participate in an Easter egg hunt before returning to Wickersham. $25 adults, $15 ages 2 to 17. Tickets must be purchased in advance at lakewhatcomrailway.com. 360-441-0719.

EASTER EGG DASH: The annual egg hunt for kids ages 12 and younger will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, March 25, at Storvik Park, 1110 32nd St., Anacortes. Bring your own basket. Rain or shine. Free.

EGG DECORATING: Hometown Café, 818 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley, will present its second annual Easter Egg Decorating event from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 25-26. Eggs, dyes, stickers and crayons supplied, as well as games, pictures and coloring contests. A kids’ meal and one dozen eggs is $9.99. Reservations recommended. 360-855-5012.

Please recycle this newspaper

S LOTS | TA B L E G AM E S | C R A P S | K E N O | B I N G O swinomishcasinoandlodge.com | 1.888.288.8883 Must be a Player’s Club member to participate in promotions. Management reserves all rights.

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

E12 - Thursday, March 17, 2016

TRAVEL FAMILY TRAVEL 5

Presenting five locations to spring to for a family vacation

By LYNN O’ROURKE HAYES The Dallas Morning News

Spring is upon us, and it’s time to move forward with family-travel planning.

1. Del Mar, California: Immerse your family in Old World, Mediterranean-inspired luxury when you check into the family-friendly, 249-room Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Lounge beside one of four heated pools, check out the equestrian center, sign up for a guided hike into the adjacent canyon preserve, or consider a mother-daughter spa treatment.

Get in the swing of things on the Tom Fazio-designed golf course or pile into the free shuttle for a day at the beach. For an extraordinary dining experience, indulge in an adults-only evening at Chef William Bradley’s Addison, Southern California’s only five-star, five-diamond restaurant. fairmont.com/san-diego; addisondelmar.com 2. Get My Boat: These days, the sharing economy is about more than transportation and sleep spots. Now you and your family can float, paddle, sail or ride personal water craft in 154 countries for as little as a few hours without investing in your own boat or committing to a weeklong charter. And you can arrange it from your smartphone.

Water craft owners list their boats, you peruse the options and then set sail in the Caribbean, power-boat around Miami or sleep aboard a floating B&B in Bali. Choose from options that include a guide or captain, or hone your skills in waters around the world. getmyboat.com 3. South Seas Island Resort, Captiva Island, Florida: Is someone in your clan a seashell lover?

Local travel Name: Tripsak.com What it does: Its destination resource pages offer at least 20 websites to help you with information to plan your travel, such as attractions, accommodations, flights, visas, events, how to meet locals and more.

What’s hot: The direct links to accommodations (Airbnb, booking.com, HostelWorld) and flights (Google flights, Skyscanner, Kayak) are time savers. Note the helpful function on the location/map page that labels nearby cities and destinations in red. Click on one and a pop-up box will spell out the distance and time to get there by car, flight or ferry. I also like that the top line on the destination page offers quick hits, such as which airport to fly into and whether the tap water is drinkable. Don’t miss the “talk” section — it gives you a link to useful phrases and information on mobile phone operators and SIM card basics for your destination.

What’s not: It does a fantastic job with popular destinations, but users will need patience with areas that are smaller or lesser known. For example, I wanted to know more about the Costa Brava region of northern Spain. Nothing yet. n Jen Leo, Los Angeles Times

If so, you’ll want to take advantage of a beach walk with the resort’s designated shelling concierge in this famed southwest Florida beach community. Later, opt for kayaking, stand-up paddle-boarding, family birding tours, or scout out the Points of Discovery within the on-site wildlife preserve.

Play beachfront golf, enjoy a spa treatment or simply relax within the 330-acre beach resort. Kids can learn about marine conservation, snorkel in sea grass and discover where manatees live. Ask about the fifth-nightfree promotion, which is available now through the end of May. southseas.com 4. Hollywood, California: Harry Potter fans from around the globe are expected to flock to Universal Studios in Hollywood with the April 7 opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Inspired by J.K. Rowling’s groundbreaking tales, the signature attraction, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, will entertain in detailed, hyper-realistic 3D-HD with Hogwarts Castle as the focal point.

While in town, consider a Warner Bros. Studio tour for a behind-the-

curtain look at how Hollywood creates magic. Travel through back lots and onto soundstages, and visit the Archive, where costumes, props and even Batmobiles are part of the memorabilia. Don’t miss Stage 48: Script to Screen, a new interactive soundstage where you can learn about the production process of a film or TV show, and visit the set of “Friends.” discoverlosangeles.com 5. Greenville, South Carolina: Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this South Carolina city has more than just Southern charm to entice families. Craft your crew’s itinerary from award-winning urban bike trails, an 80,000-squarefoot Children’s Museum, water parks, hiking trails, baseball-theme museums and sporting activities, programs at the Roper Mountain Science Center and free trolley rides.

You’ll want to create your own scavenger hunt and search for the nine bronze mice statues hidden along Main Street, an installation inspired by the book “Mice on Main.” visitgreenvillesc.com

Local travel SALMON DINNER SAIL: Join the Schooner Zodiac, a classic 1920s sailing yacht, for an excursion from 6 to 9 p.m. Fridays, June 10-Sept.

2, departing from the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 355 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $79 adults, $59 children. For reservations: 206-719-7622 or schoonerzodiac.com.

SISTER CITIES PRESENTATION: The Anacortes Sister Cities Association invites the public to its next meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 7, at the Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Dr. Steve Miller will present “Nepal Orthopedic Hospital: Comprehensive Response to Earthquake Disaster.” The nonprofit Nepal Orthopedic Hospital in Kathmandu was built with the help of some 110 Rotary Clubs in the U.S., Canada, Belgium, France and the Netherlands.

Miller, who has taken much equipment there on many medical missions, received ASCA’s Most Adventurous Traveler Award in 2014. Free. 360873-8835.

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.

ESCORTED TOURS: The Whatcom County Tour Program offers a variety of day trips and longer tours, with most trips departing from and returning to the Bellingham Senior Activity Center, 315 Halleck St., Bellingham. For information or to register: 360-733-4030, ext. 1015, or wccoa.org/ index.php/Tours.

ESCORTED TOURS: The Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St., has these trips planned: South Dakota, Sept. 4-10; Legendary Waterways of Europe, Budapest to Amsterdam, Oct. 12-27.

360-279-4580.

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

PASSPORT APPLICATIONS: Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes, accepts new passport applications and applications for passports that have been expired for more than five years from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and by appointment only 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.

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

Thursday, March 17, 2016 - E13

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

AT THE LINCOLN

DINING GUIDE Distiller’s Night & St Patrick’s Day with Tullamore Dew 3/17 6pm

‘Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars’

Thursday March 17

Make s Reservation! er st for Ea

8 p.m. Friday, March 18

NT Live: ‘Hangmen’

1 p.m. Sunday, March 20 Following a sellout run at London’s Royal Court Theatre, Olivier and Academy Award winner Martin McDonagh (“The Pillowman,” “The Cripple of Inishmaan,” “In Bruges”) returns to the West End with Matthew Dunster’s award-winning production of his deeply funny new play Hangmen, broadcast live to cinemas by National Theatre Live.

In his small pub in the northern English town of Oldham, Harry (David Morrissey) is something of a local celebrity. But what’s the second-best hangman in England to do on the day they’ve abolished hanging?

Amongst the cub reporters and pub regulars dying to hear Harry’s reaction to the news, his old assistant Syd (Andy Nyman) and the peculiar Mooney (Johnny Flynn) lurk with very different motives for their visit. $16 adults, $14 seniors, $12 students and children, with $2 off for Lincoln Theatre members.

‘Milk Men: The Life and Times of Dairy Farmers’ 5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 20

Innovative Food • Craft Cocktails 24 Draft Handles • Live Music

Saturday 3/19 8 pm

STUBBORN SON

314 Commercial • 360-755-3956

TACO TUESDAY Starts at 4pm!

CONWAY PUB & EATERY

$6.99 BURGER SPECIAL

STEAK

BURGERS SIMPLY THE

BEST PAN FRIED OYSTERS

Karaoke FRI. LIVe MUsic sat.

I-5 Exit 221 360-445-4733

ALL YOU CAN EAT PRAWNS

WED. MAR. 23 6PM FIDALGO SWING

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

FRIDAY ~ PRIME RIB SATURDAY ~ SEAFOOD

Fri. 3/18 & Sat. & 3/19 The

Alley Gaterz

422-6411

ROCKFISH GRILL Local Food, Local Beer, Made Here 320 Commercial Ave 360.588.1720 www.anacortesrockfish.com

Follow the Fish 7”

1/2”

3/4”

1”

1 1/4”

1 1/2”

Rockfish Grill : http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rockfish-Grill-Anacortes-Brewery/164550669515

50% off

LocaL RestauRants and moRe

onLy at goskagit.com/deaLs

St. Patrick's Specials • Corned Beef & Cabbage • Lamb Shanks • Shepherds Pie • Corned Beef Sandwich Also Serving: Irish Potatoes, Parsnips & Carrots, and Soda Bread

Thursday, 3/17 11a.m. - 8p.m.

360.466.4411

18247 State Route 9 Mount Vernon

“Milk Men,” Jan Haaken’s documentary on dairy farms in Skagit and Whatcom counties, provides a “corrective to both the highly romanticized and demonized portraits of dairy farmers that circulate in the mainstream media,” according to a news release.

Haaken will be in attendance at showing. $12 general, $10 members, $8 seniors and students. n The Lincoln Theatre is located at 712 S. First St., downtown Mount Vernon. 360-336-8955 or lincoln theatre.org

FRI. MAR. 18 8PM ANDREW NORSWORTHY

THURSDAY NIGHTS:

Family friendly

1/2 POUND

KIDS EAT FREE EVERY TUESDAY

Mon-Fri, 11:30am-4pm

KARAOKE Fri/Sat HAVE YOUR PARTIES HERE!!

The July 3, 1973, concert by David Bowie and the Spiders from Mars at London’s Hammersmith Odeon Theatre is the subject of this documentary by director D.A. Pennebaker, best known for the earlier rock films “Don’t Look Back” and “Monterey Pop.” Framed by a smattering of behind-the-scenes footage, the bulk of the film concerns the actual concert, notable as the final time that Bowie would perform under the Ziggy Stardust persona — an announcement that, at the time led many fans to mistakenly believe Bowie was retiring altogether.

Rated PG. $12 general, $10 members.

LaConner Whitney Rd. & Hwy. 20

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

E14 - Thursday, March 17, 2016

MOVIES MINI-REVIEWS Compiled from news services.

Ratings are 1 to 4 stars.

Paramount Pictures via AP

John Gallagher Jr. and Mary Elizabeth Winstead star in “10 Cloverfield Lane.”

Creepy ‘Cloverfield’ is old-fashioned yet original

By BARBARA VANCHERI Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Creepy jailer or savvy survivalist?

Or both?

After all, Howard (John Goodman) insists, “Crazy is building your ark after the flood has already come.” He isn’t waiting for a flood or Martian invasion or chemical or nuclear attack or other catastrophe.

No siree.

He built a doomsday bunker and stocked it with shelves of canned and nonperishable food along with movies such as “Cannibal Airlines” and “Pretty in Pink” on VHS and DVD, a jukebox, puzzles, board games, a fish tank, an air filtration system, a shower and toilet, a generator and other essentials for the long haul.

But after a violent car accident lands Michelle (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) in his underground shelter, shackled to the wall and informed, “Everyone outside of here is dead,” she initially is not sure what to make

of him. And neither are we in “10 Cloverfield Lane,” a sort of cinematic cousin to 2008’s “Cloverfield.”

With J.J. Abrams as a producer and Dan Trachtenberg as director, it has been shrouded in more mystery than “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” Its synopsis consists of the tagline on the poster: “Monsters come in many forms.”

As with “Star Wars,” the less you know the better. But if you have seen the trailer you know there are at least three main characters — in addition to Goodman and Winstead, John Gallagher Jr. is part of the key cast — and the slyly effective use of the song “I Think We’re Alone Now.” “10 Cloverfield Lane” does several things very well: It puts us in Michelle’s shoes, wondering if Howard could be telling the truth and if there is any way to escape his sinister sanctuary. It also ratchets up the tension, dread and sense of danger with one scene that produced gasps and jolts at a preview. And when

someone mutters with incredulity, “Come on,” the character speaks for us all.

A menacing Goodman, who apparently lost weight since this movie was filmed, uses his heft and ability to turn on the crazy eyes to keep everyone on tenterhooks as he declares kindness and generosity have become “antiquated customs.”

Winstead (“A Good Day to Die Hard” and TV’s “Mercy Street” and “The Returned”) alternates between frightened and fierce with both weird normalcy and hypervigilance in between.

“10 Cloverfield Lane” is an oldfashioned and yet original psychological thriller that blends the hidden with outright horror and reminds us of the truth in that famous line: Just because you’re paranoid doesn’t mean they aren’t after you.

PG-13 for thematic material including frightening sequences of threat with some violence and brief language. HHH½

“A Perfect Day” — In the Balkans of the mid-1990s, humanitarian aid workers are met with ludicrous roadblocks to their effort to save a village’s water well. Benicio Del Toro leads the terrific cast of this searing, roughedged black comedy. Drama, R, 106 minutes. HHH½ “Eddie the Eagle” — Taron Egerton gives a winning performance as an irritatingly upbeat underdog determined to make the British Olympics as a ski jumper and training under a washed-up ski bum (Hugh Jackman). Like “Rudy,” it’s an unapologetically sentimental, undeniably inspirational story. Sports biography, PG-13, 105 minutes. HHH “Eye in the Sky” — The acting by Helen Mirren, Alan Rickman and others is world-class in this timely and tense, but sometimes heavy-handed drama set in the modern world of drone warfare. Mirren plays a British colonel whose attempt to take out terrorists is stymied by bureaucrats -- and a little girl near the target. Drama, R, 104 minutes. HHH “Hail, Caesar!” — As they recount the adventures of a 1950s Hollywood “fixer” (Josh Brolin), the Coen brothers pay homage to genres from noir to Westerns. “Hail, Caesar!” is pure popcorn fun -- a visual treat, a comedic tour de force and a sublime and sly slice of satire. Comedy, PG-13, 106 minutes. HHHH “How to Be Single” — Dakota Johnson and Rebel Wilson are the standouts in one of the most endearing romantic comedies in recent memory, with some laughout-loud dialogue, gorgeous photography and charming performances from the entire cast. Romantic comedy, R, 110 minutes. HHH½ “Pee-wee’s Big Holiday” — The weird hybrid of man and boy encounters oddballs aplenty on the way to the New York birthday party of his new friend Joe Manganiello. At times, Pee-wee’s trippy experiences are pretty funny; just as often, sequences die on the vine. Comedy, not rated, 89 minutes. HH “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies” — In this extraweird twist on Jane Austen’s classic story, Mrs. Bennet tries to marry off her daughters against the backdrop of a great zombie apocalypse. Director Burr Steers does a nifty job of rocketing from period-piece romance to gory bloodshed, with sprinkles of dark humor here and there.

Action horror, PG-13, 107 minutes. HHH “Spotlight” — A fine team of actors, including Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams and Mark Ruffalo, portrays the fine team of Boston Globe journalists that investigated child abuse by priests in 2001. Best Picture Oscar winner. Historical drama, R, 128 minutes. HHH½ “The Benefactor” — Delivering a performance so self-consciously ACTORISH it often takes us right out of the film, Richard Gere stars as a multi-multimillionaire bestowing his wealth on his friends’ daughter (Dakota Fanning) and the father of her child (Theo James). Drama, not rated, 90 minutes. HH “The Big Short” — Christian Bale, Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling star as oddballs (based on real-life individuals) who foresee the housing bubble’s burst and set out to profit from it. Directed with feverish ingenuity, this is one of the best times I’ve had at the movies all year. Historical drama, R, 130 minutes. HHHH “The Bronze” — Melissa Rauch of “The Big Bang Theory” stars as a 2004 Olympic medal winner, a thoroughly unlikable brat convinced she’s still a celebrity in her Ohio hometown. This is one of those comedies that could have been a brilliant short film on “Funny or Die” or “Saturday Night Live,” but wears out its welcome as a feature-length film. Comedy, R, 100 minutes. HH

Thursday, March 17, 2016 - E15

Skagit Valley Herald / goskagit.com

MOVIES AT AREA THEATERS

OAK HARBOR CINEMAS March 18-24 The Divergent Series: Allegiant (PG13): Friday-Saturday: 1:20, 3:50, 6:40, 9:10; Sunday-Thursday: 1:20, 3:50, 6:40; 10 Cloverfield Lane (PG-13): Friday-Saturday: 1:00, 4:00, 6:35, 9:20; Sunday-Thursday: 1:00, 4:00, 6:35 Zootopia (PG): Friday-Saturday: 1:10, 3:40, 6:30, 8:55; Sunday: 11:30, 6:30; Monday-Wednesday: 1:10, 3:40, 6:30; Thursday: 1:10, 3:40 TCM Presents The Ten Commandments (1956) (G): Sunday: 2:00 Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice: Thursday: 6 p.m.

360-279-2226

ANACORTES CINEMAS March 18-24 The Divergent Series: Allegiant (PG13): Friday-Saturday: 1:30, 4:00, 6:45, 9:15; Sunday-Thursday: 1:30, 4:00, 6:45 10 Cloverfield Lane (PG-13): FridaySaturday: 1:20, 4:10, 6:40, 9:25; Sunday-Thursday: 1:20, 4:10, 6:40 Zootopia (PG): Friday-Saturday: 1:10, 3:50, 6:30, 8:55; Sunday: 11:30, 6:30; Monday-Wednesday: 1:10, 3:50, 6:30; Thursday: 1:10, 3:50 TCM Presents The Ten Commandments (1956) (G): Sunday: 2:00 Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice: STANWOOD CINEMAS March 18-24 Thursday: 6 p.m.

The Divergent Series: Allegiant (PG 360-293-7000 13): 1:00, 3:35, 6:40, 9:15 Miracles from Heaven (PG): 1:20, CONCRETE THEATER 4:05, 6:50, 9:20 March 18-20 10 Cloverfield Lane (PG-13): 1:05, The Lady in the Van: (PG-13): Friday: 3:45, 6:35, 9:25 7:30 p.m.; Saturday: 5 and 7:30 p.m.; Zootopia (PG): 1:15, 6:30 Sunday: 5 p.m.

Zootopia in Disney Digital 3D (PG): 3:55, 9:00 BLUE FOX DRIVE-IN Deadpool (R): Friday-Saturday: 4:15, Oak Harbor 6:45; Sunday: 6:45; Monday-Wednes 360-675-5667 day: 4:15, 6:45; Thursday: 3:40 The Lady in the Van (PG-13): FridayCASCADE MALL THEATERS Saturday: 1:10, 9:10; Sunday: 9:10 Burlington p.m.; Monday-Thursday: 1:10, 9:10 For showings: 888-AMC-4FUN TCM Presents The Ten Command(888-262-4386) ments (1956) (G): Sunday: 2:00 Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice: Thursday: 6 p.m.

360-629-0514

“The Choice” — This love story starring Teresa Palmer (a winning presence) and Benjamin Walker (never hitting his stride) is classic Nicholas Sparks, and by that I mean it’s a mediocre, well-photographed, undeniably heart-tugging, annoyingly manipulative and dramatically predictable star-crossed romance. Romance, PG-13, 110 minutes. HH “The Finest Hours” — As crew members try to keep their wrecked tanker afloat, a four-man Coast Guard team rushes to their rescue. Based on true events in 1952, “The Finest Hours” plays like a hokey, cornball 1950s-era drama filled with stock characters and weakened by a sappy ending.

Adventure drama, PG-13, 114 minutes. HH “Triple 9” — If you’re in the right frame of mind for a lurid, blood-soaked B-movie with an A-list cast including Casey Affleck, Anthony Mackie, Woody Harrelson and Kate Winslet, “Triple 9” is just the ticket.

Go with the flow and maybe you’ll be entertained as I was, even as you acknowledge this thing is fabulous trash. Crime action, R, 115 minutes. HHH½ “Whiskey Tango Foxtrot” — The essential truth and overall tone of Kim Barker’s terrific war memoir shine through, thanks in large part to Tina Fey’s winning perfor-

36thAnnual

mance as a smart, well-intentioned and initially naive reporter, who plunges into an Afghanistan assignment with great gusto and a resolve to change the world. Comedy drama, R, 111 minutes. HHH “Youth” — A retired composer (Michael Caine) goes on his annual retreat to a mysterious Swiss Alps resort to get away from it all, but the world keeps coming to him. Director Paolo Sorrentino, a serious talent with a grand vision, has created a stylized and eccentric film filled with strange little subplots and surprises.

Drama, R, 118 minutes. HHH½ “Zoolander 2” — Ben Stiller’s shallow and grating male model character reunites with best friend Hansel (Owen Wilson) to help solve some pop star murders. Celebrity cameos abound, but with few exceptions, their visual sight gags or one-liners fall flat with a resounding thud. Comedy, PG-13, 100 minutes. H½ “Zootopia” — In an all-animal world, a rabbit rookie cop (voice of Ginnifer Goodwin) suspects a sly fox (Jason Bateman) in a missing-mammals case. Brimming with gorgeous visuals and terrific one-liners, this is one of my favorite animated movies, period. Animated adventure, PG, 108 minutes. HHHH

Garden

&

Kid’s Activities

CISCOE MORRIS

SUNDAY

Show

NEW!

Vintage Skagit

™

Over 120 Exhibitor Booths

March 18th, 19th & 20th 2016

Skagit County Fairgrounds Discounted tickets available online Kids 12 and under FREE Also Featuring:

7th Annual Playhouse Competition Proceeds to Benefit five local charities

www.SICBAHomeShow.org Major Sponsor: Presented By:

Skagit / Island Counties Builders Association

&

EARN TIC

K E TS: N O W - M A R 1 7

7

Final Drawings: Thursday, March 1 N 5 WIN

ERS

LY R U O H PM 2-7

$50 • $75 • $100 • $200 • $500

Melissa

MANCHESTER A 29 & 30 pril

T he P acific S howroom $1,000 • $2,000 • $2,500 • $3,000

GRAN PRIZ D ES 8

PM

1-855-985-5000 Purchase show tickets service charge free at the Casino Box Office.

Power Winner Prizes 3 - 9 pm • Play your favorite slots!

Owned by Upper Skagit Indian Tribe

theskagit.com • On I-5 at Exit 236 • 877-275-2448 SVH-AE

Must be 21 or older with valid ID. Details at Rewards Club Center. Management reserves all rights.