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THE POPOFFS

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LITTLE BILL AND THE BLUENOTES

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The Commodores in concert this weekend at The Skagit Casino Resort

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NEW ON DVD THIS WEEK “Downton Abbey: “Independence The Complete LimitDay Resurgence”: Upcoming ed Edition Collector’s Aliens take another movie releases Set”: One of the finest shot at Earth.

Following is a partial examples of television “75th Anniversary schedule of coming DVD production is superb, of Pearl Harbor”: releases. Release dates from the cast led by Two-disc set includes are subject to change: Hugh Bonneville, archival footage and Elizabeth McGovern, interviews.

OCT. 25 Michelle Dockery and “Cafe Society”: n Lights Out Maggie Smith to the Bronx native finds love n Nerve incredible writing. This in Hollywood. n Captain Fantastic is a must-own set.

“Royal Wives of n Mr. Church The lives, loves and War”: Elizabeth the n Skiptrace losses of the inhabitants Queen Mother (Emma of Downton Abbey Davies) and Wallis NOV. 1 unfold in 52 episodes.

Simpson (Gina McKee) n Star Trek Beyond When it debuted on are featured in draman Bad Moms tized monologues set in PBS, it became the n Nine Lives 1967. highest-rated drama on n Anthropoid “Our Kind of Traithe channel. “Downton n Gleason tor”: Chance meeting Abbey: The Complete n The Sea of Trees with a member of the Collection” will be n Batman: Return of mob puts a couple in available on DVD and the Caped Crusaders danger.

Blu-ray. Suggested ren Christmas Eve tail price is $129.99 for “Art 21: Art in the n Hell on Wheels DVDs and $149.99 for 21st Century: Season n Imperium the Blu-ray version.

8”: Examination of n My Blind Brother Also included in current top artists. n Outlander – Season 2 the special edition is a “Guilt: Season 1”: n The Librarians – working “Downton AbAmerican exchange Season 1 bey” pull-bell and six student’s roommate cork-based coasters. is murdered in their “Alice Through London apartment. the Looking Glass”: The sequel to “Child’s Play”: Horror film being the 2010 release “Alice in Wonderre-released in a two-disc collector’s land” should have been called “Alice edition. in Blunder Land.” From a complete “Doctor Thorne”: Arranged marriage plans get complicated. disregard of Lewis Carroll’s book to “Peppa Pig: Sun, Sea & Snow”: a convoluted tale of time travel, the Peppa and her little brother, George, sequel falls apart faster than Humpty head to the beach.

Dumpty on a trampoline.

“The King of Pigs”: Animated tale The action picks up three years after of murder and revenge.

Alice’s (Mia Wasikowska) previous “Hee Haw: Salute!”: Includes trip to Wonderland. Her life as the three episodes of the comedy variety captain of her father’s ship (the most program hosted by Roy Clark and unbelievable part of a movie where anything is supposed to be possible) is Buck Owens.

“The Marx Brothers Silver threatened. That problem is put aside Screen Collection”: Includes “The while she returns to Wonderland to Cocoanuts,” “Animal Crackers,” “Monfind The Mad Hatter (Johnny Depp) key Business,” “Horse Feathers” and fading away from grief.

“Duck Soup.”

Hatter believes his family is still “Morphine: Journey of Dreams”: alive, despite reports they were killed Documentary on the Boston-born years ago. Alice heads back through band who made it big on the music time to save Hatter’s family from a scene in the 1990s. dragon fire death. It’s a race against “Jack the Ripper”: Young writers Time (Sacha Baron Cohen) to complete the mission. come face-to-face with the murderer.

The sequel faces many of the same “What We Become”: Family copes problems as the original film, plus with the collapse of civilization. some new stumbles of its own.

— Rick Bentley, The Fresno Bee

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Marcia Kester plays the Mount Vernon Elks Lodge on Friday night

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THIS WEEKENDin the area NORDIC FAIRE

KIDS NIGHT OUT Students in grades K-6 will explore hands-on science activities and watch Disney’s “Oceans” film from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at Shannon Point Marine Center, 1900 Shannon Point Road, Anacortes. Participants will learn and explore under the sea to find out how the world’s invertebrates have mastered the ocean. $20. For more information and to register: wwu.edu/ee/youth/know/ anacortes-elementary.shtml#location.

PARANORMAL CONFERENCE Para-Con 2016, the first Forest Moon Paranormal Conference, is set for 8 a.m. through midnight, Saturday, Oct. 22, at Lake Tyee, 4571 Burpee Hill Road, Concrete. Lectures, vendors, a paranormal tour, Bigfoot walk and plaster-cast workshop, raffles and more. Free admission. VIP Roundtable event, plaster workshop and paranormal tour require additional fees. More information: 360-840-7674, medicine_eagle@yahoo.com or search for Forest Moon 1st Annual Paranormal Conference on Facebook.

AUCTION AND GALA

Enjoy a day filled with Nordic cultural traditions from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Sons of Norway Hall, 9910 270th NW, Stanwood. Check out lefse and krumkake demonstrations, Scandinavian crafts and food items and more. Lunch available for purchase. Free admission. 360387-9146.

The Black and White Masquerade Auction and Gala will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at Swinomish Casino and Lodge, 12885 Casino Drive, Anacortes. Bring your own mask, or use one that is provided. All proceeds will assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Tickets: brownpapertickets.com/ event/2562864. For more information, contact Nancy at 360-336-9591.

98221 ARTIST STUDIO TOUR The self-guided tour will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 22-23, in Anacortes.

Meet artists, tour working spaces of a variety of artists, see demonstrations and view works in progress as well as finished artwork. Metal work, painting, graphics, sculpture, photography, printmaking and more. Free. anacortesartcommission.com.

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OUT & ABOUT

ART

PHOTOGRAPHS

BY FEDERICO BUSONERO: The Perry and Carlson Gallery will present Federico Busonero’s work photographing sites in Palestine featured in his book, “The Land that Remains,” through Oct. 30 at 508 First St., Mount Vernon. The work was commissioned by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization to “document culturally significant sites in occupied Palestine with neutrality,” according to a news release.

SCULPTURE EXHIBITION: Dan Freeman explores juxtapositions of form and material in his new sculpture exhibition through Oct. 31 at Rob Schouten Gallery, 765 Wonn Road, C-103, Greenbank. Freeman is known for his fresh use of textures, colors and forms, which create a dialogue between the artist and materials used. An artist’s reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and Tuesday by appointment. info@ robschoutengallery.com or 360-222-3070.

ART EXHIBITION: Artist Jennifer Bowman presents new acrylics in brilliant colors through Nov. 1 at Scott Milo Gallery, 420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

Acrylic paintings of trees, florals and boats will be for sale. Acrylics

by Jacqui Beck, oils by Cynthia Richardson, monoprints by Marie

Powell and acrylics

by Brooke Borcherding will also be on display. Hours: 10:30 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed Sunday. 360-2936938 or scottmilo.com.

ARTIST TALK: Artist Steve Jensen will appear at Smith & Vallee Gallery to speak and sign books from 4 to 5 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 23, at 5742 Gilkey Ave., Edison.

Jensen has 10 boat paintings on display throughout October, and will have copies of his two books available for purchase. Free. 360766-6230 or smithandvalleegallery.com. ”LOCAL COLOR” ART EXHIBITION: New oil paintings by Mark Bistranin will be on display Oct. 29 through Nov. 30 at La Conner Seaside Gallery, 202 N. First St., La Conner.

Bistranin’s paintings capture the light and energy in the Northwest. Also on display are paintings by Kent Lovelace and Dave Nichols and photos

by Mark Conley. An artists reception will be held from 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. 360466-5141 or skagitvalleyartescape.com.

ART EXHIBITION: Smith and Vallee Gallery presents the art of Kris Ekstrand Molesworth and Jan Hoy from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, through Oct. 31, at 5742 Gilkey Ave., Edison. Ekstrand is a painter and printmaker whose work reflects her interes in the Skagit and Samish

watersheds. Hoy works in clay, bronze and steel, combining organic forms with a touch of linear. Free. 360-7666230 or smithandvalleegallery.com.

At Matzke Fine Art Gallery

LECTURES AND TALKS

LOCAL RADIO: “Speak Up! Speak Out!,” a half-hour weekly show committed to community, peace, justice and nonviolence issues, broadcasts at 5 p.m.

Wednesdays and 8 p.m.

Sundays on Skagit Valley Community Radio Station KSVR 91.7 FM (Mount Vernon) and KSVU 90.1 FM (Hamilton). speakupspeakoutradio.org.

“50 GREATEST PHOTOS”: “National Geographic’s 50 Greatest Photographs” continues through Jan. 15 at the Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St., Bellingham. The exhibition includes Steve McCurry’s Afghan girl, Nick Nichols’ iconic image of Jane Goodall with a chimpanzee and Thomas Abercrombie’s view of Mecca. Visitors will learn the stories behind the photos through text panels and video interviews with the photographers.

The Lightcatcher is open from noon to 5 p.m.

Wednesday through Sunday. Admission: $10, $8 youth/student/ senior/military, $5 ages 2-5, free for children under 2 and museum members. 360-778-8930 or whatcommuseum. org.

ART’S ALIVE!: Art’s Alive! La Conner celebrates its 32nd year Nov. 4-6 at Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St. Regional and local artists, along with featured artist Marla Baggetta, will be at the artists reception from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, at Maple Hall. Invitational and open art shows, live music and art demonstrations continue from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, and from 10 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. Merchant art exhibits will be held throughout La Conner during the weekend. Free. artsalivelaconner.com.

ISLAM 101: Perceptions, Misconceptions & Context for the 21st Century: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes.

David Fenner of Washington Humanities will be the speaker. Free.

360-293-1910, ext. 21, or library.cityofanacortes.org.

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A total of 134 original etchings by 24 artists, nude drawings

by Phillip Levine, and paintings by Betty and Russell Frost will be on display through Saturday, Nov. 12, at Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park, 2345 Blanche Way, Camano Island. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday, weekdays by appointment. 360-387-2759 or matzke@camano.net. matzkefineart.com. Pictured: “Encouragment,” steamroller print by Nicolette Harrington.

SKAGIT ARTISTS TOGETHER: In conjunction with the annual Art’s Alive! festival of the arts, a show featuring works by 18 Skagit Artists Together members will open with a reception

from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, and continue from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4-6, at the La Conner Civic Garden Club, 622 S. Second St., La Conner. skagitart.com.

PREGNANCY CHOICES: Speaker Ryan Bomberger will share how his biological mother chose life after she was raped at 6 p.m. (youth audience) and 7 p.m. (general audience) on Thursday, Oct. 20, at Skagit Center at Burlington Christ the King, 1000 Fountain St., Burlington. Bomberger was one of 10 children who were adopted into a multiracial family of 15. Free. pregnancychoices.org.

SKAGIT QUEEN AND BLACK WARRIOR MINES: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, Where the Heart Is, 410 S. Norris St., Burlington. Learn about the Skagit Queen at the head of Thunder Basin and the Black Warrior in Horseshoe Basin.

Free. 360-755-8007.

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OUT & ABOUT DIALOGUE: Issues of Race & Bias in Our Community: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St. Anacortes Police Chief Bonnie Bowers, Anthony Young and other community members will moderate a discussion about how to openly and respectfully have a conversation about issues of race and bias in a community like Anacortes that is mostly composed of middle and upper class white people. Free. 360293-1910, ext. 21, or library.cityofanacortes. org.

100 CLASSIC HIKES OF WASHINGTON: Explore the 100 Classic Hikes of Washington with author Craig Romano at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 7, at Mount Vernon Public Library, 315 Snoqualmie St., Mount Vernon.

Free. 360-336-6209 or mountvernonwa.gov.

MUSIC FARM TO TABLE BREWER’S DINNER: 6 p.m. today, Oct. 20, H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. The event features six courses prepared bu Rockfish Grill and H2O chef David Tisinger using local ingredients from Skagit Valley farmers and purveyors. Each course is paired with a beer from a local brewery. $45 advance, or $50 day of. Reservations: 360-755-3956.

BLUES AND BREWS THURSDAYS: The Marysville Opera House and the Marysville Kiwanis Club present local brews

and blues music from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month through Oct. at 1225 Third St., Marysville. Each evening features a local brewery, and snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. $5 tickets.

360-363-8400 or marysvillewa.gov. n Oct. 20: Queenside Castle.

MORE FUN HARVEST HAPPENS: BelleWood Acres offers apple and pumpkin U-pick, fresh cider, distillery tastings, a corn maze and more from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through October at BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian Road, Lynden. bellewoodfarms.com.

FALL FILM SERIES: The Anacortes Public Library offers free film screenings at 7 p.m.

Fridays at the library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Movie man Nick Alphin, an Academy Award nominee, will introduce the films.

360-293-1910, ext. 21, or library.cityofanacortes.org. n Oct. 21: “The Mission,” starring Robert De Niro and Jeremy Irons (PG). n Oct 28: “The High & the Mighty,” starring John Wayne and Claire Trevor (not rated).

DOCTOBER: A month-long celebration of the art of the documentary will be held through October at the Pickford Film Center, 1318 Bay St., Bellingham. Doctober features more than 50 films, filmmaker visits, special guests, prescreening

receptions and guided discussions. For show times and a schedule of events, visit pickfordfilmcenter.org.

SALMON SIGHTINGS: View salmon in local watersheds with experts from Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group to answer your questions from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at Oyster Creek in Blanchard via the entrance to Taylor Shellfish Farms, 2182 Chuchanut Drive, Bow. Free. 360-336-0172, ext. 407, or outreach@ skagitfisheries.org.

90TH ANNIVERSARY MOVIE SERIES: The Lincoln Theatre, 1712 S. First St., Mount Vernon, presents monthly movies to celebrate its 90th anniversary on selected Saturdays through December. All films will be priced according to the year of release. 360-3368955 or lincolntheatre. org. n Nov. 5: 3 p.m.: “Titanic”, $5.

FILMS WITH FRIENDS: Friends Of Skagit Beaches presents the fourth annual Films with Friends film series from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Fridays at the Northwest Educational Service District Building, 1601 R Ave., Anacortes.

Free. 206-399-6773 or skagitbeaches.org. n Oct. 28: Double Feature, “A Simple Question — The Story of Straw” and “Nature’s Orchestra: Sounds of Our Changing Planet” n Nov. 11: “Sonic Sea.” SKAGIT READS: Family Diversity Day: Children and families are invited to explore

diversity and world cultures through stories and hands-on activities at 6 p.m. today, Oct. 20, at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave., Burlington.

Free. A library card is not required. 360-7550760.

RUMMAGE SALE: Skagit Valley Grange will hold a rummage sale from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 28-29, at the grange hall, 21273 Cook Road, Sedro-Woolley.

360-757-4642.

READING THE STONES: Learn the value and methods of reading the icons on cemetery stones at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at Sedro-Woolley Museum’s theater room, 725 Murdock St., Sedro-Woolley. Free.

Reservations required: 360-855-2390.

HALLOWEEN DANCE: Camano Center’s annual Halloween dance will feature music from Camano Junction from 7 to 10 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 29, at the center, 606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island.

A no-host bar and snacks will be provided, costumes encouraged.

Tickets $15, sold at the door. camanocenter.org.

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS CELEBRATION: Enjoy food, arts and crafts, folklore dancers and more from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Sedro-Woolley Community Center, 703 Pacific St., Sedro-Woolley. Free. 360-755-3985.

TASTE OF SKAGIT VALLEY: Enjoy tastings of regional wines,

spirits and other treats from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, at Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St., La Conner. The event will also offer live jazz and a silent auction. Ages 21 and over. $30 ticket includes five alcohol tastings and a souvenir glass. 425312-4565 or brownpapertickets.com.

SVC MURAL INAUGURATION: Skagit Valley College will host a mural inauguration at 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, on the west side of the Cardinal Center, 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. The project began as an idea to include more representation of the Latino community through art. The program will include performances, speakers and refreshments. yadira.rosales@ skagit.edu.

SKAGIT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM: Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday, at 501 S. Fourth St., La Conner. Admission: adults $5, seniors $4, families $10. 360-4663365 or skagitcounty. net/museum. n “Cast and Count”: The History of Voting: through Nov. 13: On loan from the Secretary of State’s Office of Elections, this exhibit tells the story of voting in Washington State with information panels and artifacts.

ART’S ALIVE! AND HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 5-6, at Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon. Wine

and hors d’oeuvres will be served, and nine local artists will be present on Friday. The fun continues on Saturday and Sunday with artists, live music, fresh cider and cookies. Free. 360466-3821 or christiansonsnursery.com.

B-EHS CRAFT FAIR: The 26th annual “A Note-Able Affair Craft Fair” is set for 8:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, in the Burlington-Edison High School gym, cafeteria and fieldhouse, 301 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. The event will feature more than 100 booths offering a wide variety of handmade items for sale, concessions and a raffle for gift baskets. Free admission. behscraftfair.com.

FRIENDS OF THE FOREST BENEFIT: 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, Port of Anacortes Warehouse, 100 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

Enjoy dinner, drinks and music plus silent and live auctions featuring artwork, day trips, goods and services.

Purchase $65 tickets at the Watermark Book Company, Friends of the Forest office or at friendsoftheacfl.org.

360-293-3725.

CIDERFEST: Visit BelleWood Acres for family fun, food and live music from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at BelleWood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. There will be hard cider tasting, a brat bar, home cider brewing competition, a workshop featuring cider brewing basics and live music. 360-318-7720 or bellewoodfarms.com.

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GET INVOLVED ART

CALL FOR ART: The Anacortes Arts Festival is working with the Anacortes Arts Commission and the City of Anacortes to enhance the south end of Commercial Avenue with visual artwork.

The South Commercial Art Project includes two components: six digitally produced SPLASH murals and six painted whale tail sculptures.

Work from both projects will be placed at locations between the Highway 20 roundabout and 12th Street. pr@ anacortesartsfestival. com. Submissions are due Friday, Oct. 28, and may include up to three images for consideration. anacortesartscommission.com. n Whale tails: The

SISTER’S BACK TO SCHOOL CATECHISM: THE HOLY GHOST & OTHER TERRIFYING TALES OCTOBER 28

SKAGIT SYMPHONY GALA CONCERT OCTOBER 22

FALL CONCERT~AUTUMN HARVEST MOUNT BAKER-FIDALGO YOUTH SYMPHONY OCTOBER 29

CARMEN PACIFIC NORTHWEST OPERA NOVEMBER 4, 6, 11 &13

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blank forms are fiberglass, approximately 6 feet tall and 100 pounds each. The painted design should be colorful, graphic and have a strong visual impact to moving traffic. $500 stipend per sculpture. n SPLASH murals: 2D artistic images will be transferred onto digital murals ranging in size between 4 and 10 feet. Original images can be paintings, photographs or digitally created work. Art should be colorful, graphic and have a strong impact. $500 digital license fee per selected image.

CALL FOR ARTISTS: The Anacortes Arts Festival is accepting grant applications for 2017 through through Friday, Nov. 11, and are available at anacortesartsfestival. com. Contact Jennifer Wilson at 360-293-6211 or staff@anacortesartsfestival.com.

CALL FOR CRAFT VENDORS: Craft vendors are needed for the annual La Conner Kiwanis bazaar from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at the La Conner Middle School, 404 N. Sixth St., La Conner. Booth applications for crafters are available at the La Conner Library: 360-466-3352 or jneal@clib.lib.wa.us.

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. More information: 360-755-

9649 or recreation@ burlingtonwa.gov.

CALL TO COLLECTORS: The Anacortes Museum, 1305 Eighth St., Anacortes, invites local collectors to participate in its “Anacortes Presents” program.

Exhibits usually run about three months.

360-293-1915.

DANCE LET YOUR YOGA DANCE: Enjoy an hour of joy-filled dance combining basic yoga, breath and user-friendly dance with music from around the world as part of a five-week series, at 5:30 p.m.

Thursdays, through Oct. 27, at Anacortes Center for Happiness, 619 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. No experience necessary. $12 drop-in. anacortescenterforhappiness.com.

BALLET AND TAP CLASS: Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation will offer a dance class for children ages 3 to 5 from 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Tuesdays, Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 22, at Hillcrest Park, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon. $40.

Registration required: 360-336-6215.

MOMMY AND ME DANCE CLASS: Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation will offer a dance class for children ages 1 to 3 from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 22, at Hillcrest Park, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon.

Child should be walking to participate. $30.

Registration required: 360-336-6215.

MOVING MEDITATIONS: The Dances of

Universal Peace will be held from 6 to 8 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 13, at Skagit Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 500 W. Section St., Mount Vernon. Dances include live music and singing with a focus on a particular sacred phrase, inspired by spiritual traditions from around the world, including Christian, Jewish, Native American, Hindu, Buddhist and others. No experience necessary. Dances are taught to the group each time. Donation requested, but no one is turned away for lack of funds. 360-629-9190.

BALLROOM EAST COAST SWING DANCE CLASSES: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fridays, Nov. 4-18, Skagit Valley Academy of Dance, 1522 Jay Way, Mount Vernon. $36 for three weeks. 360-424-6677 or skagitvalleyacademyofdance.com/ballroom.

TANGO PRACTICA: 8 to 10 p.m. Fridays, Anacortes Center for Happiness, 619 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. $5. 360-464-2229 or anacortescenterforhappiness.org.

FOLK DANCING: Skagit-Anacortes Folk Dancers meet Tuesdays at Bay View Civic Hall, 12615 C St., Mount Vernon. 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 p.m. The first session is free, $3 thereafter. No partners needed. For information, contact Gary or Ginny at 360-766-6866.

A potluck and a dance party with music

by ZAKUSKA will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22. $10 suggested donation.

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 1 to 3:30 p.m. Thursdays at Hillcrest Lodge, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon.

For information, contact Gisela at 360-4245696.

CLOG DANCING FOR BEGINNERS: Free lesson from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by regular clog dancing from 11 a.m. to noon Thursdays, Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland St., Mount Vernon. No fee, no partner needed. First three lessons are free. Wear comfortable shoes. For information, call Rosie at 360-424-4608.

MUSIC BARBERSHOP HARMONY: Attend a free, no-commitment rehearsal of the AnO-Chords, a four-part Barbershop harmony group. No experience necessary, no auditions required. Learn by rote, you don’t have to read music. Ages 12 and up.

Drop in any Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Northwest Educational Service Building, 1601 R Ave., Anacortes. Rides

available. Bob Lundquist, 360-941-5733 or svenbob@cheerful.com.

TIME FOR FIDDLERS: The Washington Old Time Fiddlers play 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.

SKAGIT VALLEY MUSIC CLUB: The club welcomes performers (intermediate and above), listeners and guests to join the fun at 1:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, 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 360-428-4228.

SHELTER BAY CHORUS: Practices are held from 5:30 to 7:30 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.

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.

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

360-293-2544.

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

DRUM CIRCLE: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, 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.

PARADES VETERANS DAY PARADE: Skagit County will hold its 21st annual Veterans Day Parade at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, along Fairhaven Avenue in Burlington. Enjoy a pancake breakfast from 7:30 to 10 a.m. at the American Legion Hall,

712 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington, and view a military display and eat cookies and coffee from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Burlington Visitor Center, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington.

RECREATION LACROSSE CLINICS: Skagit Valley Flyers Lacrosse Club will offer a free clinic to new players in the Skagit Valley area from 10 to 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, at Allen Playfield, 9101 Avon Allen Road, Bow. All ages. For more information, contact Kyler at 360-421-8323.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED: Individuals passionate about environmental stewardship and advocacy are invited to join the team as a volunteer and/

or board member for the 2016-17 season at the Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center, 52809 Rockport Park Road, Rockport. Volunteers needed weekends December through January.

Duties include welcoming guests, assisting nature walks and working in the gift shop. Training available in November. srbeatic@frontier.com or 360-853-7626.

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

No pets. Free. 360-2933725 or visit friendsoftheacfl.org. Next up: n Fast-paced Fitness Hike: Whistle Lake Curly Q: A Fitness Odyssey: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12. This 8-mile hike

for the very fit includes many ups and downs in three connecting circles on different trails around and to Little Round Top. Bring water and a snack. Meet at the Heart Lake parking lot. n Senior/Adult Hike: Heart Lake Old Growth: 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Nov. 18. Explore the best remaining stand of Puget Sound lowland old growth forest on Fidalgo Island. Meet at the base of Mount Erie on Ray Auld Drive. n Whistle Lake: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 19. Enjoy late fall in the woods with a deep forest immersion.

Meet at the Whistle Lake parking lot at the end of Whistle Lake Road.

KIDS CLUB: Nat Geo Kids teams with Cascade Mall Kids Club for

fun, educational games and activities at 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. the third Thursday monthly at the Cascade Mall Center Court, 201 Cascade Mall Drive, Burlington.

Free. 360-558-3270 or shopcascademall.com.

BUTOKUKAN KARATE CLASSES: Introductory karate classes for adults and children will be offered from 6 to 7 p.m. today, Oct. 20, at the Center for Spiritual Living, 1508 N. 18th St., Mount Vernon. Free.

360-542-1270.

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.

SALMON HABITAT RESTORATION: Join Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group 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 outreach@skagitfisheries. org. Next up: n Oct. 29: Utopia Property near Sedro-Woolley. n Nov. 12: Nursery work party in Burlington.

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ON STAGE in the Skagit Valley and surrounding area Oct. 20-30 Thursday.20

MUSIC Ben Folds and a Piano: 7:30 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $37.50 and up.

360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre. com.

THEATER “The Music Man”: 7:30 p.m., Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

COMEDY ”Hellingham”: An Improvised Murder Mystery: 8 and 10 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10 and up. theupfront.com.

MUSIC Paula Cole: 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $1840. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

Jami Sieber, Nancy Rumbel: 7 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. From $20. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

Friday.21 THEATER “The Music Man”: 7:30 p.m., Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com. ”Rock the Presidents”: 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $6 and up. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

MUSIC The Commodores: 8 p.m., Skagit Valley Casino Resort, Pacific Showroom, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. $66-$74.

877-275-2448 or theskagit.com.

Skagit Community Band: “Songs from the Sea”: 7:30 p.m., Maple Hall, 204 Douglas St., La Conner. 360-4664409 or skagitcommunityband.org.

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THURSDAY-SATURDAY.20-22 “THE MUSIC MAN” 7:30 p.m., Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com

Saeed Abbas, Gye Nyame Ensemble, ShiDaa Band: 7:30 p.m., Bayview Community Hall, 5642 Bayview Road, Langley. $10-15. 360-2214515 or 518-729-8192.

COMEDY ”Hellingham”: An Improvised Murder Mystery: 8 and 10 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10 and up. theupfront.com.

COMEDY ”Hellingham”: An Improvised Murder Mystery: 8 and 10 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10 and up. theupfront.com.

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Saturday.22 THEATER “The Music Man”: 7:30 p.m., Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

MUSIC The Commodores: 8 p.m., Skagit Valley Casino Resort, Pacific Showroom, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. $66-$74.

877-275-2448 or theskagit.com.

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FRIDAY-SATURDAY.21-22 THE COMMODORES 8 p.m., Skagit Valley Casino Resort, Pacific Showroom, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. $66$74. 877-275-2448 or theskagit.com.

Skagit Symphony Gala Concert: 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $20-40. 360416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

OPERA The MET: “Don Giovanni” (Mozart): 9:55 a.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $17-23.

360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

MUSIC ”Pisendel’s Closet”: Baroque music, 3 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 415 S. 18th St., Mount Vernon. $20 or pay as able, free for ages 11 and younger. 206-420-4548 or salmonrun.wixsite. com/salmon-run-concerts.

Skagit Community Band: “Songs from the Sea”: 3 p.m., Brodniak Hall, Anacortes High School, 1600 20th St., Anacortes. 360-466-4409 or skagitcommunityband.org.

Friday.28 THEATER ”Sister’s Back to School Catechism: The Holy Ghost and Other Terrifying Tales”: 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $25-35. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org. ”Our Town”: META, 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

THEATER ”Our Town”: META, 2 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre. org.

COMEDY Lily Tomlin: 8 p.m., Tulalip Casino, Orca Ballroom, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip. $60. 888-272-1111 or tulalipresortcasino.com. ”Hellingham”: An Improvised Murder Mystery: 8 and 10 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $10 and up. theupfront.com.

MUSIC Mount Baker-Fidalgo Youth Symphony: 1 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $15. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

Caitlin and Ciarán: 7 p.m., Littlefield Celtic Center, 1124 Cleveland Ave., Mount Vernon. $20-25. 360-4164934 or celticarts.org.

Sunday.30 THEATER ”Our Town”: META, 2 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre. org.

MUSIC Spiritus Winds: 2 to 3:30 p.m., Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center, 27130 102 Ave. NW, Stanwood. $15. 360-6296110.

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TUNING UP Playing at area venues Oct. 20-27 Thursday.20

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

Intuitive Compass, Deakin Hicks (family folk): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $7. 360-445-3000.

The Afrodisiacs and Mr. Pink: 8:30 p.m., Tulalip Casino, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip.

888-272-1111 or tulalipresortcasino.com.

Jam Night/Open Mic: 8 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. No cover.

425-737-5144 or 360629-6500.

Friday.21

Kurt Lindsay: 8 p.m., Rockfish Grill, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360-588-1720.

Alley Gaterz (rockabilly, blues, country): 8:30 to 11:59 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360422-6411.

Woodland West (acoustic): 7:30 p.m.,

Friday.21 MARCIA KESTER 6 to 9 p.m., Mount Vernon Elks Lodge, 2120 Market St., Mount Vernon. Members and signed-in guests only. 360-848-8882.

Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $7. 360-445-3000.

Lantern Ale House, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. brownlantern.com.

Joe Slick Band: 9 p.m., Swinomish Casino & Lodge, 12885 Casino Drive, Anacortes. 888-288-8883 or swinomishcasinoandlodge.com.

Marvin Johnson: 6 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com.

American Fool: 7 p.m., Tulalip Casino, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip. 888-272-1111 or tulalipresortcasino.com.

Nite Wave: 9:30 p.m., Tulalip Casino, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip. 888-2721111 or tulalipresortcasino.com.

Aaron Crawford: 9 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $10. 425-7375144 or 360-629-6500.

The Lowdown Drifters: 9 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. $10. 425-7375144 or 360-629-6500.

Saturday.22 BABY CAKES 8:30 p.m., Edison Inn, 5829 Cains Court, Edison. No cover.

360-766-6266.

bers and signed-in guests only. 360-848-8882.

Road, Bow. 360-7576113.

Jodi Taylor: 8 p.m., Longhorn Saloon, 5754 Cains Court, Bow. Free.

360-766-6330.

Joe Slick Band: 9 p.m., Swinomish Casino & Lodge, 12885 Casino Drive, Anacortes. 888288-8883 or swinomishcasinoandlodge.com.

Saturday.22

Alley Gaterz (rockabilly, blues, country): 8:30 to 11:59 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360422-6411.

West Coast Women’s Blues Revue: 5 p.m., Tulalip Casino, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip. 888-272-1111 or tulalipresortcasino.com.

Little Bill and the Bluenotes: 7:30 p.m., H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360755-3956.360-293-3515.

Oncore: 9:30 p.m., Tulalip Casino, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip. $10. 888-272-1111 or tulalipresortcasino.com.

Nick Anthony and Friends: 8 to 11 p.m., Evelyn’s Tavern, 12667 Highway 9, Clear Lake.

360-399-1321.

Baby Cakes: 8:30 p.m., Edison Inn, 5829 Cains Court, Edison. No cover. 360766-6266.

Funk Factory: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Skagit Valley Casino & Resort, 5984 N. Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-275-2448.

Marvin Johnson: 6 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-3923100 or hotelbellwether. com.

Mr. Feelgood and the Firm Believers (reggae, rock): 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $8. 360445-3000.

House of Blue Leaves, The Shows, Deep Sleep, Fretts, Faux Pas: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham. $6.

360-778-1067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

Funk Factory: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Skagit Valley Casino & Resort, 5984 N. Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-275-2448.

Bootleg Sunshine: 9:30 p.m., The Brown Lantern Ale House, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. brownlantern.com.

Marcia Kester: 6 to 9 p.m., Mount Vernon Elks Lodge, 2120 Market St., Mount Vernon. Mem-

The Old 99 Band: 7:30 p.m., The Corner Pub, 14565 Allen West

The Insinuators: 9:30 p.m., The Brown

Sunday.23

Just One Look (Linda Ronstadt tribute): 8 p.m., Tulalip Casino, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip. 888-272-1111 or tulalipresortcasino.com.

Alicia Dauber Quintet: 4:30 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com.

Monday.24

Fat Fridays (jazz-infused rock and blues): 11 a.m., Angel of the Winds Casino, 3438 Stoluckquamish Lane, Arlington. angelofthewinds.com.

Tuesday.25

The Popoffs: 10 p.m., Tulalip Casino, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip. 888-272-1111 or tulalipresortcasino.com.

Wednesday.26

Fidalgo Swing: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360-588-1720.

T.V. Mike and the Scarecrowes, Woe, Hotel Vignette: 9 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 N. State St., Bellingham. $7. 360-7781067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

Acoustic Night with Scotch Doubles: 7 p.m., The Brown Lantern Ale House, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. brownlantern.com.

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

Thursday.27

J B: 10 a.m., Edison Inn, 5829 Cains Court, Edison. No cover. 360766-6266.

Jazz Trio: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway.

360-445-3000.

The Afrodisiacs and Mr. Pink: 8:30 p.m., Tulalip Casino, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip. 888-2721111 or tulalipresortcasino.com.

TV Mike & the Scarecrows: 7 to 10 p.m., Maya Shakti Yoga Studio, 708 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. $10. 360-299-3200.

Jam Night/Open Mic: 8 p.m., Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon, 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood. No cover.

425-737-5144 or 360629-6500.

Steve Rudy Trio: 5 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com.

Raveis Kole: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen, 513 S. First St., La Conner. aneliaskitchenandstage.com.

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HOT TICKETS ”MAN OF LA MANCHA”: Through Oct. 30, 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. 888-584-4849 or 5thavenue.org. ”HANSEL & GRETEL”: Through Oct. 30, McCaw Hall, Seattle. 206-3897676 or livenation.com. ”BEAUTIFUL — THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL”: Through Oct. 30, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or stgpresents.org.

PAULA COLE: Oct. 20, Lincoln Theatre, Mount Vernon. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

BURT BACHARACH: Oct. 20-23, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-4419729 or jazzalley.com.

SCHOOLBOY Q: Oct. 21, WaMu Theater, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

SHE WANTS REVENGE: Oct. 21, The Showbox, Seattle. 888-929-7849 axs. com or stubhub.com.

LIL DICKY: Oct. 21, The Showbox SODO, Seattle.

888-929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

SMOKEY BRIGHTS: Oct. 21, Neumos, Seattle. 206709-9442 or neumos.com.

BILLY BRAGG AND JOE HENRY: Oct. 21, Neptune Theatre, Seattle.

206-682-1414 or ticketmaster.com.

2016 EARSHOT JAZZ FESTIVAL: RUDRESH MAHANTHAPPA BIRD CALLS: Oct. 21, Seattle Art Museum, Seattle. 206654-3100 or earshot.org.

WHOSE IS IT LINE ANYWAY?: Oct. 21, Moore Theatre, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

THE COMMODORES: Oct. 21-22, Skagit Valley Casino Resort, Pacific Showroom, Bow. 877-2752448 or theskagit.com.

ENDUROCROSS: Oct. 22, Xfinity Arena, Everett.

866-332-8499 or livenation.com.

M WARD: Oct. 22, Neumos, Seattle. 206-7099442 or neumos.com.

SAFE IN SOUND FESTIVAL: Oct. 22, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-­745­3000 or livenation.com.

INGRID MICHAELSON: Oct. 22, Moore Theatre, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

BEAT CONNECTION: Oct. 22, The Showbox SODO, Seattle. 888-9297849 axs.com or stubhub. com.

BLIND PILOT: Oct. 22, Neptune Theatre, Seattle.

206-682-1414 or ticketmaster.com.

2016 EARSHOT JAZZ FESTIVAL: MANUEL VALERA TRIO: Oct. 22, Seattle Art Museum, Seattle. 206654-3100 or earshot.org.

2016 EARSHOT JAZZ FESTIVAL: CONFERENCE CALL, BAD LUCK: Oct. 23, Seattle Art Museum, Seattle. 206-654-3100 or earshot.org.

SLEEP: Oct. 23, The Showbox, Seattle. 888929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

ZAKIR HUSSAIN AND NILADRI KUMAR: Oct. 23, Moore Theatre, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

CHANCE THE RAPPER: Oct. 24, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

BAD SUNS: Oct. 24, Neumos, Seattle. 206-7099442 or neumos.com.

2016 EARSHOT JAZZ FESTIVAL: MARINA ALBERO QUARTET: Oct. 24, Seattle Art Museum, Seattle. 206-654-3100 or earshot.org.

M83: Oct. 25, WaMu Theater, Seattle. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

ASKING ALEXANDRIA: Oct. 25, The Showbox SODO, Seattle. 888-9297849 axs.com or stubhub. com.

OPETH: Oct. 25, Moore Theatre, Seattle. 800-745-

NOFX Nov. 3, Showbox SODO, Seattle. 888-929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

3000 or ticketmaster.com.

FACE TO FACE: Oct. 25, Neumos, Seattle. 206-7099442 or neumos.com.

THE FAINT: Oct. 25, The Showbox, Seattle.

888-929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

2016 EARSHOT JAZZ FESTIVAL: MICHAEL BISIO AND KIRK KNUFFKE DUO: Oct. 25, Seattle Art Museum, Seattle. 206654-3100 or earshot.org.

KALEO: Oct. 25, Neptune Theatre, Seattle.

206-682-1414 or ticketmaster.com.

THE COOKERS: Oct. 25-26, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

YELLOWCARD: Oct. 26, The Showbox, Seattle.

888-929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

BAD RELIGION: Oct. 26, The Showbox SODO, Seattle. 888-929-7849 axs. com or stubhub.com.

HAYDEN JAMES: Oct. 26, The Crocodile Cafe, Seattle. 206-441-4618 or thecrocodile.com.

THE ORB: Oct. 26, Neumos, Seattle. 206-7099442 or neumos.com.

JOHN CLEESE AND ERIC IDLE: Oct. 26-27, Moore Theatre, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

GERALD ALBRIGHT: Oct. 27-30, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206441-9729 or jazzalley. com.

THE NAKED AND FAMOUS: Oct. 27, Neptune Theatre, Seattle. 206-6821414 or ticketmaster.com.

IAN ANDERSON OF JETHRO TULL: Oct. 28, Moore Theatre, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

YOUNG THE GIANT: Oct. 28, The Showbox SODO, Seattle. 888-9297849 axs.com or stubhub. com.

BOWIEVISION: Oct. 28, The Showbox, Seattle.

888-929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

THE SONICS: Oct. 28, Neptune Theatre, Seattle.

206-682-1414 or ticketmaster.com.

ADORE DELANO: Oct. 28, Neumos, Seattle. 206709-9442 or neumos.com.

FREAKNIGHT: Oct. 28-30. Tacoma Dome, 2727 East D St., Tacoma. freaknightfestival.com.

2016 EARSHOT JAZZ FESTIVAL: DAVE DOUGLAS, THE WESTERLIES: Oct. 29, Seattle Art Museum, Seattle. 206-654-3100 or earshot.org.

2016 EARSHOT JAZZ FESTIVAL: MACEO PARKER, THE JONES FAMILY SINGERS: Oct. 29, The Moore Theatre, Seattle.

800-745-300 or earshot. org.

MAJID JORDAN: Oct. 29, The Showbox, Seattle.

888-929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

EARLY MUSIC GUILD:

Oct. 29, Benaroya Hall, Seattle. 866-833-4747 or seattlesymphony.org.

SUM 41: Oct. 29, Neptune Theatre, Seattle.

206-682-1414 or ticketmaster.com.

LILY TOMLIN: Oct. 29-30 Tulalip Casino, Orca Ballroom, 10200 Quilceda Blvd., Tulalip. 888-2721111 or tulalipresortcasino.com.

R. KELLY: Oct. 30, Xfinity Arena, Everett.

866-332-8499 or livenation.com.

GARIK SUKACHEV: Oct. 30, The Showbox, Seattle. 888-929-7849 axs. com or stubhub.com.

BOY AND BEAR: Oct. 30, The Crocodile Cafe, Seattle. 206-441-4618 or thecrocodile.com.

AZIZI GIBSON: Oct. 30, Neumos, Seattle. 206-7099442 or neumos.com.

BYRON SCHENKMAN AND FRIENDS: Oct. 30, Benaroya Hall, Seattle.

866-833-4747 or seattlesymphony.org.

2016 EARSHOT JAZZ FESTIVAL: FAIMEO BROWN TRANSCENDENCE: Oct. 30, Seattle Art Museum, Seattle. 206654-3100 or earshot.org.

POST MALONE: Oct. 31, The Showbox, Seattle.

888-929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

NICOLAS JAAR: Oct. 31, Neptune Theatre, Seattle. 206-682-1414 or ticketmaster.com.

RASPUTINA: Oct. 31, The Crocodile Cafe, Seattle. 206-441-4618 or thecrocodile.com.

WET: Oct. 31, Neumos, Seattle. 206-709-9442 or neumos.com.

TONY BENNETT: Nov. 1, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

BUSH: Nov. 1, The Showbox, Seattle. 888929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

THE MOTH AND THE

FLAME, YOUNG RISING SONS: Nov. 1, The Crocodile Cafe, Seattle.

206-441-4618 or thecrocodile.com.

THE WONDER YEARS AND REAL FRIENDS: Nov. 2, The Showbox, Seattle. 888-929-7849 axs. com or stubhub.com.

JEFF HAMILTON TRIO: Nov. 1-2, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-4419729 or jazzalley.com.

NIYKEE HEATON: Nov. 2, Neptune Theatre, Seattle. 206-682-1414 or ticketmaster.com.

PREOCCUPATIONS: Nov. 2, Neumos, Seattle.

206-709-9442 or neumos. com.

BALANCE AND COMPOSURE: Nov. 2, The Crocodile Cafe, Seattle.

206-441-4618 or thecrocodile.com.

NOFX: Nov. 3, Showbox SODO, Seattle.

888-929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

PETER HOOK AND THE LIGHT: Nov. 3, The Showbox, Seattle. 888929-7849 axs.com or stubhub.com.

CLASSIXX: Nov. 3, The Crocodile Cafe, Seattle.

206-441-4618 or thecrocodile.com.

SABRINA CARPENTER: Nov. 3, Neumos, Seattle.

206-709-9442 or neumos. com.

JOHN MAYALL: Nov. 3-6, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

JERRY SEINFELD: Nov. 4, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or stgpresents.org.

SLIGHTLY STOOPID: Nov. 4, The Showbox, Seattle. 888-929-7849 axs. com or stubhub.com.

MAC MILLER: Nov. 4, The Showbox SODO, Seattle. 888-929-7849 axs. com or stubhub.com.

— For complete listings, visit goskagit.com and click on “Entertainment.”

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MUSIC

Chuck Berry to release first new album in more than 35 years ST. LOUIS (AP) — Ninety-year-old rock ‘n’ roll legend Chuck Berry is set to release his first new studio album in more than 35 years.

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported that Berry’s album, titled “Chuck,” will be available in 2017.

The album was recorded in St. Louis-area studios and will feature mostly original work by Berry, who turned 90 on Tuesday. He is the sole producer on the album.

Jimmy Marsala, a bassist in Berry’s longtime band, suggests the new album took so long to come together because Berry wanted to make sure it lived up to

everyone’s expectations.

His last studio album was “Rock It” in 1979.

Marsala said Berry — whose writing credits include “Roll Over Beethoven,” and “Johnny B. Goode” — started working on the new album as soon as “Rock It” was completed.

“He was constantly working on stuff all the time, on airplanes, writing lyrics down, always coming up with new ideas — ‘Let’s try this, let’s try that,’” Marsala said.

Spokesman Joe Edwards says the new album is a gift to his fans. Berry’s son, Charles Berry Jr., says the songs “cover the spectrum from hard-driving rockers

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to soulful, thought-provoking time capsules of a life’s work.”

According to Edwards, Berry is likely retired from touring, but anything can happen.

Berry played his 200th concert at a St. Louis restaurant and music club called The Duck Room in 2014 before pulling back from touring.

Artifacts from Berry’s career are on display at the National Blues Museum in downtown St. Louis, the city where he was born, and the recently opened National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C.

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REVIEWS and “Beyond Now,” with its slow, passionate crescendos, find the saxophonist at his gentlest yet most muscular. On the texturally rich “Bright Abyss,” the ensemble merges and surges as one, going from quirky cocktail jazz to manic art rock in under 10 minutes.

The album features Bowie’s mesmerizing “A Small Plot of Land” and prayerful “Warszawa.” Reverence for their onetime boss turns to artful innovation, and “Beyond Now” goes beyond Bowie and improvisational jazz itself to become something unique.

— A.D. Amorosi, The Philadelphia Inquirer

DONNY MCCASLIN, “Beyond Now”: Saxophonist-composer Donny McCaslin and his equally talented pals — drummer Mark Guiliana, bassist Tim Lefebvre, keyboardist/ sequencer Jason Lindner — have been stars of New York’s improv jazz scene since the ‘90s. They made significant contributions as David Bowie’s band for the latter’s 2016 abstract, post-everything “Blackstar.”

Now Bowie’s theatrical musicality and life-affirming work ethic have seeped into McCaslin’s newest project with his buds, and it’s dedicated to Bowie.

McCaslin’s compositions and solos soar, buoyed by Lefebvre’s funky, chic inventiveness. “Shake Loose,” with its twisted tempo changes and spooky echo,

MOBY & THE VOID PACIFIC CHOIR, “These Systems Are Failing” — Moby’s new outfit is no

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doubt a rejuvenation for the 51-year-old, a grinding industrial respite from the textural quietude that’s made up his last decade, with the exception of 2008’s diva-disco “Last Night.”

But keeping his locomotive beats simple ends up meaning flat, and the project itself requires the listener to have an investment in the man as a vocalist, a rock and roller, even. Moderate highs like “A Simple Love” and “Don’t Leave Me” end up as anthemic NIN knockoffs with no serrated edges. And you’d think the guy behind such trenchant criticism of the meat industry would have a more specific machine to rage against this year.

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Traveling with your toddler is easy(ish) on these 5 trips

By LYNN O’ROURKE HAYES The Dallas Morning News

Take advantage of the years when you are not limited by school holidays and summer vacation.

Travel with your toddlers.

Here are five ideas to consider: 1. San Antonio, Texas: There’s plenty for little ones and their parents to explore in this historic Texas city. Check out the DoSeum children’s museum where youngsters can play veterinarian or pilot in the imaginative Tot Spot or enjoy the outdoor nature area. Take in the San Antonio Zoo for hands-on experiences that engage the senses and encourage early discovery. The award-winning Kronkosky’s Tiny Tot Nature Spot offers seven areas where little explorers can hang like a monkey, dress like a zoo worker or get face-to-fin with a giant fish. Stay at the Omni San Antonio at the Colonnade where Aquatica-themed kid’s fantasy suites are possible and junior guests are greeted with goodie-filled backpacks upon check-in. thedoseum.org; sazoo. org; visitsanantonio.com 2. Families R Forte hotels, Europe: In 10 destinations from Frankfurt to Florence, kids and their parents are welcomed at Rocco Forte Hotels with experiences and services tailored to the city as well

as the ages and interests of each family. Your youngster will meet each hotel’s stuffed animal character and be eager to page through the accompanying fairy tale storybook.

Settle in with personalized welcome treats, pint-sized bathrobes and slippers as well as interactive, in-room entertainment. Check in with the concierge for carefully crafted itineraries that blend nap time with family-friendly activities. roccofortehotels.com.

3. The Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C.: Learn about Millie the Mallard, the historic hotel’s storied web-footed parent, when you and the family receive your personalized welcome to The Willard. The newly appointed Kid’s Concierge will make sure your stay is seamless by serving up resources that include cribs, strollers, rollaways, microwaves, books from the children’s lending library and games from the Treasure Chest.

The Millie Mile Scavenger Hunt encourages families to explore some of the city’s most notable attractions within walking distance of the hotel. washington.intercontinental.com.

4. Characters in the Caribbean: Check into a seaside, all-inclusive Palladium Resort in Jamaica, the Dominican Republic or Mexico, and your little ones will be amused by Raggs and his colorful

Web Buzz Name: nativeamerica.travel What it does: The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association has created an online guide and interactive map that highlights Native American travel destinations and experiences.

What’s hot: The site is a gateway to culturally rich travel opportunities. Click on either Destination or Experiences, then browse a visual gallery of activities and events such as “Explore the Hopi Arts Trail” in the Southwest or “Rafting the Wild Buffalo Rapids” in the Rocky Mountains. You can even go on a tour in Alaska to hear the “10,000-Year-Old Song of the Sitka Tribe.” Each experience has links to nearby accommodations and local travel resources, weather information and nearby attractions. You can even create a bucket list to keep track of places or events you might like to go to. Don’t miss the Travel Tips section, where you can read up on rules and general guidelines for visiting tribal lands.

What’s not: Navigation is cumbersome, because of all the entry points to information within the site. It’s easy to be captivated by the Experiences section, but when you’re ready to plan your trip, you have to return to the interactive map link in the top navigation bar. Turn on the Accommodations button and you’ll find options such as RV/Camping, Casino Hotel and even Specialty Lodging and Resorts.

Other buttons include Experiences, Attractions and Tribes.

— Jen Leo, Los Angeles Times

friends at the beach, at the pool and around the resort. Characters from the Emmy-award-winning TV series will share educational songs and stories promoting positive social skills and family values for pre-school-aged kids.

Join Sunday night family dance parties or carve out some adult time while the little ones enjoy the professionally supervised, age-specific, kids club. palladiumhotelgroup. com.

5. Visit friends and family: Do you have cousins, siblings or college pals with children of simi-

lar ages to yours? Create a bond within the next generation by spending time together in your town or theirs. Peruse the local convention and visitor’s bureau site for suitable outings and special deals.

If too many rambunctious children under the same roof feel overwhelming, consider spreading out to a nearby hotel or vacation rental to better accommodate differing sleep schedules and meal times. airbnb.com; ihg.com; marriott.com.

— Lynn O’Rourke Hayes is the editor of FamilyTravel.com. Email: lohayes@familytravel.com

Local travel briefs “BODIES, BOBCATS & BOOBIES: an Extraordinary Kayak Journey”: Kayakers Bill Bailey and Julie Calhoun will reprise their 400-mile, six-week journey into Baja’s Sea of Cortez at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, at the Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Free. 360-293-1910, ext. 21, or library. cityofanacortes.org.

100 CLASSIC HIKES OF WASHINGTON: Explore the 100 Classic Hikes of Washington with author Craig Romano at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, at the Mount Vernon Public Library, 315 Snoqualmie St., Mount Vernon. Free. 360-336-6209 or mountvernonwa.gov.

“FOUR SEASONS OF THE MALHEUR”: Don and Ora Jonasson will present a video of Oregon’s Malheur National Wildlife Refuge at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, at the Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Free. 360-293-1910, ext. 21, or library. cityofanacortes.org.

SAILING ADVENTURES: Yacht captain Philo Lund will present “Flight of the Osprey and Other Adventures” at 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at the Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Free. 360293-1910, ext. 21, or library.cityofanacortes.org.

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. n “Yves Saint Laurent: The Perfection of Style” at the Seattle Art Museum: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Some 100 haute couture Saint Laurent rive gauche garments, as well as accessories, photos, drawings and films highlight this exhibition. After the museum, head to Pike Place Market for no-host lunch and shopping. Ages 12 and older. $79, $65 for ages 62 and older. Preregister by Oct. 31.

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: 360-7334030, ext. 1015, or wccoa.org/index.php/Tours. n Mystery Tour: Monday, Oct. 24. The tour will be held outside of the U.S. There is a main attraction with many mysterious prizes and stops. $99, includes all transportation, mystery attraction, mystery stops, prizes, food, samples, all fees and taxes and tour escort. Passport or enhanced driver’s license is required.

Not recommended for those who rely on a walker. n Carole King: Beautiful the Musical Tour: Sunday, Oct. 30. $160, includes round-trip transportation, main floor seating and free time to shop or snack in Seattle.

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AT THE LINCOLN 9:55 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22 Simon Keenlyside, Ildar Abdrazakov and Mariusz Kwiecien share the role of the title hero, who goes to hell in a dazzling coup de théâtre.

The ensemble includes Isabel Leonard, Angela Meade, Matthew Polenzani, Marina Rebeka, Erwin Schrott, Ramón Vargas, and Rolando Villazón.

Fabio Luisi and Plácido Domingo conduct. $19-$23. Lincoln members receive $2 off all price levels.

‘Gleason’

90th Anniversary Series: ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’

7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21 The evening a screening of the hit documentary from the 2016 Sundance Film Festival Gleason followed by a Q&A with cinematograper and Mount Vernon High School grad Ty Minton-Small.

The film goes inside the life of Steve Gleason, the former New Orleans Saints defensive back who, at the age of 34, was diagnosed with ALS and given a life expectancy of two to five years. Weeks later, Gleason found out his wife, Michel, was expecting their first child. A video journal that began as a gift for his unborn son expands to chronicle Gleason’s determination to get his relationships in order, build a foundation to provide other ALS patients with purpose, and adapt to his declining physical condition-utilizing medical technologies that offer the means to live as fully as possible.

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‘Keeping Up with the Joneses’ disappoints

By KATIE WALSH Tribune News Service

A wise person once claimed “comparison is the thief of joy” — wise words to keep in mind when impossibly perfect, gorgeous, worldly new neighbors move into the cul-de-sac, as they do in the action-comedy “Keeping Up with the Joneses.” But those Joneses (Jon Hamm and Gal Gadot) aren’t exactly what they seem, and have more than a few surprises up their tailored sleeves.

But the biggest surprise of “Keeping Up with the Joneses” is the first credit that pops onto the screen at the end of the film: “Directed by Greg Mottola.” For an action-comedy this shoddily schlocky, one doesn’t expect to see the name of the director who helmed the comedy classic “Superbad” and the nuanced summer dramedy “Adventureland.”

That’s not to say that the film is necessarily without its merits, but it’s wildly uneven, riding on a half-baked script

by Michael LaSieur and the energetic efforts of star Zach Galifiankis. In concept, it’s all there: Galifianakis as fuddy-duddy suburban dad Jeff Gaffney, the delightfully unhinged Isla Fischer as his wife, Karen; Hamm and wonder woman Gadot as their new super-sexy spy neighbors, Tim and Natalie. But there’s something not quite right; this one needed more time in the oven.

It’s a twist on the “Mr.

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Gal Gadot and Jon Hamm star in “Keeping Up With The Joneses.”

and Mrs. Smith” concept that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie perfected back in 2005, but instead of hiding their top secret lives of international espionage and covert operations from each other, the Joneses are trying to hide from their busybody neighbors. “We didn’t last one week in suburbia!”

Natalie explodes when their cover is blown by Karen and Jeff ’s overenthusiastic meddling.

For the Gaffneys, the Joneses are the kick in the pants to their marriage they didn’t even know they needed. Consumed by work, family and community obligations, they’ve lost their senses of self and their marital passion, content to zone out to TV rather than experiment in the bedroom.

Their sexual repression is an ongoing, nearly Freudian gag throughout.

Additionally, there are

other interesting gender dynamics at play. Both Tim and Jeff are the more sensitive partners, sharing their vulnerabilities with honesty, while the women take to the fierce, ferocious warrior roles like they’ve finally been unleashed, physically and sexually.

The draw here is the chemistry of the performers, their personas bouncing around like atoms against each other creating energy — Hamm suave and sophisticated, Gadot exotic and strong, Fischer cute and neurotic, while Galifianakis does his dorky, lovable coward routine. The rule here seems: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

It’s just that everything around them doesn’t work. The editing is awkward, the pacing off — jokes don’t land, action scenes are illegible. The in-between moments

are the funniest bits, rapid-fire riffs or bits of physical comedy, but there’s no time to enjoy them. The story takes too long to get to where it intends to: average couple is thrown into a dangerous and action-packed arms deal. But once the film finally starts to fire on all cylinders, it’s over.

Hamm’s character is unfortunately underwritten, caught in the no man’s land between Don Draper and a goofier comedic character. Galifianakis steals the show as the friendly fussbudget in a performance we’ve come to expect from him.

The enormous potential on screen is tantalizing, which is why the disappointment of failed execution stings.

— 1 hour, 41 minutes.

Rated PG-13 for sexual content, action/violence and brief strong language.

HH (out of four stars)

Compiled from news services.

Ratings are 1 to 4 stars.

“American Pastoral” — Ewan McGregor is the director and miscast lead actor in a ponderous, stagey-looking, emotionally uninvolving, unpleasant and often shrill adaptation that loses most of the memorably heartbreaking elegance and deep insight of Philip Roth’s novel. Drama, R, 126 minutes. H ½ “The Accountant” — Madness abounds in this intense, intricate, darkly amusing and action-infused thriller starring Ben Affleck as a seemingly mild-mannered accountant savant who also is arguably the most dangerous killing machine on the planet. It doesn’t always add up but who cares, it’s BIG FUN. Thriller, R, 128 minutes HHH ½ “Kevin Hart: What Now?” — In a concert film shot at a Philadelphia stadium, cameras catch the comedian in close-up as he mocks himself, imitates family members and spins outrageous anecdotes spun from kernels of real-life experiences. He’s really good, and he clearly enjoys what he’s doing. Stand-up comedy, R, 96 minutes. HHH “Desierto” — Gael Garcia Bernal plays the de facto leader of a group of Mexicans who have illegally crossed the U.S. border. From the moment a freelance migrant hunter (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) fires the first chilling shot, “Desierto” becomes nothing more than a well-filmed but sadistic thriller. Thriller, R, 94 minutes.

HH “The Birth of a Nation” — Writer-director Nate Parker also stars in this violent historical drama as Nat Turner, leader of a slave rebellion in 1830s Virginia. He reaches with both hands for greatness and falls short, but this is nevertheless a solid, strong and valuable piece of work. Historical drama, R, 120 minutes. HHH “American Honey” — A crew of hard-partying adolescent runaways and misfits going from town to town selling magazine subscriptions is the launching point for this original, sometimes breathtaking depiction of a certain slice of American life. A brilliant and startling slap to the senses. Drama, R, 162 minutes. HHH ½ “Denial” — A Holocaust denier sues one of his critics in a powerful but often stilted drama bolstered by great performances from Timothy Spall and Tom Wilkinson and nearly sunk by Rachel Weisz’ shaky New York accent. Despite the drawbacks, the power of the story shines through. Drama, PG-13, 110 minutes. HHH “The Girl on the Train” — Emily Blunt gives a fine performance as the complex alcoholic fixated on her ex, his wife and their seemingly perfect neighbors in a murder mystery that gets tripped up by its own screenplay and grows increasingly ludicrous and melodramatic. This is no “Gone Girl.” Thriller, R, 112 minutes. HH “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children” — Tim Burton’s adaptation of the popular children’s book about a school for freakishly gifted children is a messy, confusing, uninvolving mishmash of old-school practical effects and CGI battles. It’s like watching a master musician play a piano he somehow doesn’t realize is out of tune. Fantasy, PG-13, 122 minutes. H½

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Lincoln Theatre to host ‘Gleason’ screening

ANACORTES CINEMAS Oct. 21-27 Jack Reacher: Never Go Back (PG-13): Friday: 1:10, 3:55, 6:25, 9:10; Saturday: 10:30, 3:55, 6:25, 9:10; Sunday: 10:30, 1:10, 6:25; Monday: 1:10, 3:55, 6:45; Tuesday-Thursday: 1:10, 3:55, 6:25 Keeping Up with the Joneses (PG-13): Friday: 1:20, 3:50, 6:45, 9:25; Saturday: 10:35, 1:20, 3:50, 6:45, 9:25; Sunday: 10:35, 1:20, 3:50, 6:45; Monday: 11:40, 2:05, 4:30; Tuesday-Thursday: 1:20, 3:50, 6:45 The Accountant (R): Friday-Saturday: 1:00, 3:45, 6:35, 9:05; Sunday: 10:40, 3:45, 6:35; Monday: 1:00, 3:50, 6:35; Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00, 3:45, 6:35 The Metropolitan Opera: Don Giovanni (NR): Saturday: 9:55 a.m.

Kirk Cameron’s REVIVE US: Monday: 7 p.m.

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MOUNT VERNON — The Lincoln Theatre will host a screening of the documentary “Gleason” and a Q&A with the film’s director of photography, Ty Minton-Small, a Mount Vernon High School graduate, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21.

Tickets are available at the ticket office, 712 S. First St., downtown Mount Vernon, or at lincolntheatre.org.

The film documents former National Football League player Steven Gleason’s battle with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. The disease attacks nerve cells and leads to loss of speech, paralysis and death.

The documentary opened in limited theaters July 29. It’s been shown at various film festivals, such as the Sundance Film Festival, and has received positive reviews.

About 90 percent of the film was shot

by Minton-Small and fellow director of photography David Lee. The two followed the Gleason family for about four years, filming on GoPros, smartphones and other handheld cameras.

“Deepwater Horizon” — Mark Wahlberg and Kurt Russell play the real-life good guys aboard the oil rig before and after the explosion and fire that created the largest offshore oil spill in history. This is a well-made, sometimes horrifyingly realistic re-creation of events, but it often feels like a formulaic disaster film.

Disaster action, PG-13, 97 minutes. HHH “Queen of Katwe” — This uplifting story of a poor Ugandan girl with a knack for chess follows the formula of Disney sports movies, but works because of Mira Nair’s energetic direction and an endearing cast led by Lupita Nyong’o and newcomer Madina Nalwanga. Sports drama, PG, 124 minutes. HHH

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The DVD release is scheduled for Nov. 1.

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“The Magnificent Seven” — A team of mercenaries is hired to protect a mining town in a rousing, albeit sometimes cheesy, action-packed Western bolstered by Denzel Washington’s baddest lead performance and some of the most impressively choreographed extended shootout sequences in recent memory. Western action, PG-13, 133 minutes. HHH “Snowden” — Who better than master filmmaker/agitator Oliver Stone to direct, in sometimes rambling fashion, the story of the techno-whiz who leaked thousands of classified documents?

Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s performance in the title role is so good we can understand most of the

moves Snowden makes — even if we’re not buying the hagiography Stone is selling. Biography-Drama-Thriller, R, 138 minutes. HHH “Bridget Jones’s Baby” — From start to finish, the third “Bridget Jones” movie seems strangely out of touch.

It’s so predictable and so cloying and so insulting to the audience, it’s a wonder star Renee Zellweger and all parties involved didn’t just shrug their shoulders and walk off the set in defeat halfway through the movie. Comedy, R, 122 minutes. H ½ “Sully” — Director Clint Eastwood gives us an electrifying thriller, a wonderful in-depth character study and a fascinating airline safety procedural, while Tom

CONCRETE THEATRE Oct. 21-23 The Magnificent Seven (PG-13): Friday: 7:30 p.m.; Saturday: 4 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday: 5 p.m.

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Hanks delivers another in a long line of memorable performances, playing the pilot who made an emergency crash-landing on the Hudson River. An absolute triumph. Biogra-

3:40, 6:20 Keeping Up with the Joneses (PG-13): Friday-Saturday: 1:20, 4:00, 6:40, 8:55; Sunday: 11:00, 1:20, 4:00, 6:40; Monday: 11:00, 1:20, 4:00; Tuesday-Thursday: 1:20, 4:00, 6:40 The Accountant (R): Friday: 1:00, 3:50, 6:30, 9:10; Saturday: 10:20, 3:50, 6:30, 9:10; Sunday: 10:20, 3:50, 6:30; Monday: 10:20, 1:00, 3:50, 6:30; Tuesday-Thursday: 1:00, 3:50, 6:30 The Metropolitan Opera: Don Giovanni (NR): Saturday: 9:55 a.m.

Kirk Cameron’s REVIVE US: Monday: 7 p.m.

The Shining (1980): Sunday: 2:00 360-279-2226 STANWOOD CINEMAS Oct. 21-27 Jack Reacher: Never Go Back (PG-13): Friday: 1:00, 3:40, 6:20, 9:00; Saturday: 10:20, 1:00, 3:40, 6:20, 9:00; Sunday: 10:20, 1:00, 3:40, 6:20; Monday-Thursday: 1:00, 3:40, 6:20 Keeping Up with the Joneses (PG-13): Friday: 1:15, 3:40, 6:25, 8:55; Saturday: 10:45, 1:15, 3:40, 6:25, 8:55; Sunday: 10:45, 1:15, 3:40, 6:25; Monday-Thursday: 1:15, 3:40, 6:25 Deepwater Horizon (PG-13): Friday: 1:05, 3:35, 6:35, 9:05; Saturday: 10:30, 1:05, 3:35, 6:35, 9:05; Sunday: 10:30, 1:05, 3:35, 6:35; Monday: 1:05, 3:35; Tuesday-Thursday: 1:05, 3:35), 6:35 Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (PG-13): Friday-Saturday: 12:55, 6:35; Sunday: 6:35; Monday-Thursday: 12:55, 6:35 Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children 3D (PG-13): Friday: 3:45, 9:25; Saturday: 10:05, 3:45, 9:25; Sunday: 10:05; Monday-Thursday: 3:45 The Accountant (R): Friday: 1:00, 3:50, 6:40, 9:30; Saturday: 10:10, 1:00, 3:50, 6:40, 9:30; Sunday: 10:10, 1:00, 3:50, 6:40; Monday-Thursday: 1:00, 3:50, 6:40 Kirk Cameron’s REVIVE US: Monday: 7 p.m.

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