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Revving it up on a bed in Bellingham

ACT presents ‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying’

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TUNING UP PAGE 11 Birch Pereira and the Gin Joints play the Muse MOVIES PAGES 18-19

“Colette” a witty, spirited portrait of great French writer, libertine

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NEW ON DVD THIS WEEK “SICARIO: DAY OF THE SOLDADO”: Josh Brolin’s character of Matt Graver says the best moneymaking operation by the Mexican cartels years ago was cocaine.

Then he adds that today it is people.

That massive shift in financial reasoning serves as the basis for the sequel to the 2015 feature film “Sicario.”

The first film focused on the war against the drug business through the eyes of an FBI agent (Emily Blunt) desperately trying to hang on to her ideals in a world where truth and justice are just words.

“Sicario: Day of the Soldado” has a few small problems but overall, it’s a tension-filled ride through the border wars given strength through standout performances by Brolin, Benicio Del Toro and Isabela Moner.

“THE RESIDENT: SEASON 1: There’s plenty to shout about in the first season of the Fox medical drama. The caring Dr. Conrad (Matt Czuchry) tries to navigate his way through life in a medical facility that at times is sicker than the patients they treat. The facility is run by an egotistical doctor (Bruce Greenwood) who won’t admit his deteriorating medical condition should keep him out of the operating room. Another doctor (Melina Kanakaredes) showed she would go to any lengths to make sure her clinical trials looked as good as possible.

The 14-episode season is packed with both stories about patients and the staff. It moves at an extremely rapid pace for a TV drama.

“LA FAMILIA”: Father and son become closer after they go into hiding.

“THE ORIGINALS: SEASON 5”: The final season of the spinoff series from “The Vampire Diaries.”

“SOUL FOOD: THE COMPLETE SERIES”: All 74 episodes of the Showtime series about the Josephs is in

Upcoming DVD releases Following is a partial schedule of DVD releases (dates subject to change):

OCT. 2

n The First Purge n Sicario: Day of the

this boxed set.

“MISTER ROGERS: IT’S YOU I LIKE”: The celebrity-filled special celebrates “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.”

“NO POSTAGE NECESSARY”: A thief who steals mail has his life changed by one pink envelope.

“SUPER WHY!: THE ADVENTURES OF LITTLE BO PEEP AND HER SHEEP”: Kids will learn how to work together and solve problems in two adventures with the Super Readers.

“SLEEP NO MORE”: Five graduate students try to prove the theory that once you’ve passed 200 hours without sleep, you never need sleep again.

“HOUSEWIFE”: Woman haunted by a horrific childhood trauma for 20 years turns to a charismatic cult leader for help.

“ELMO EXPLORES!”: Two-hour collection of “Elmo’s World” episodes are on DVD for the first time.

“THE CATCHER WAS A SPY”: True story of how a professional baseball player (Paul Rudd) became a World War II spy.

“SIN IN THE SUBURBS”: Director and screenwriter Joseph W. Sarno explores the dark side of the American dream in his 1964 drama.

“GHOSTED: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON”: Skeptic and a genius true believer in the paranormal work for a secret government agency.

“BARRY: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON”: Bill Hader plays a Midwestern hit man who travels to Los Angeles to kill someone but ends up becoming part of the local arts scene.

“GIRLS VS. GANGSTERS”: After an out-ofcontrol bachelorette party, five friends wake up naked on a beach and none of them have any clue what happened the night before.

“DC SUPER HERO GIRLS: LEGENDS OF ATLANTIS”: Students of Super Hero High dive deep into their latest adventure.

“THE FIRST PURGE”: Any crime is legal for 12 hours during the first purge.

“S.M.A.R.T. CHASE”: Washed-up private security agent is ambushed while escorting a valuable Chinese antique out of Shanghai.

“AFRAID”: Romantic getaway at a secluded cabin takes a frightening turn.

“FERAL”: Six students face a horrifying reality when they are infected with a virus that will turn them into zombies.

“THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES: THE OFFICIAL FIFTH

Soldado n Three Identical Strangers n Leave No Trace n The Catcher Was a Spy n Barry: S1 n Blue Iguana n DC Super Hero Girls: Legends of Atlantis n Good Witch: Season 4 n The 12th Man n The Resident: Season 1 n Vikings: Season 5, Part 1

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Summer Vacation n Skyscraper n Eighth Grade n Hotel Artemis n Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot n A Prayer Before Dawn n Constantine MFV n Killing Eve: Season One n Private Eyes – Season 01 n The 100: Season 5 n The Witch Files — Tribune News Service

SEASON”: The 30 episodes of the CBS rural comedy have been all digitally remastered.

BEING RELEASED ON DIGITAL HD OCT. 2 “ANT MAN AND THE WASP”: Dr. Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) enlists Ant Man (Paul Rudd) to help him rescue Janet van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer) from the Quantum Realm. Will be on DVD and Blu-ray starting Oct. 16.

“DON’T WORRY, HE WON’T GET FAR ON FOOT”: A man in rehab learns he has a gift for drawing edgy, irreverent newspaper cartoons that develop an international following. On DVD and Blu-ray Oct. 9.

— Rick Bentley, Tribune News Service

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A comedic look at moving up the corporate ladder

By Skagit Publishing

ANACORTES — Anacortes Community Theatre continues its ambitious calendar of musical comedies when it presents “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.”

The show opens Friday, Sept. 28, and continues through Oct. 27, with evening performances Thursday through Saturday and matinees on Sunday afternoons.

“How to Succeed” is directed by Melissa Bridges, with musical direction by Eva Nelson and choreography by Glynna Goff and Darby Loescher.

The play centers around J. Pierrepont Finch, who lands a job at World Wide Wicket Co., and moves

‘HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING’ When: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 28 to Oct. 27 Where: Anacortes Community Theatre, corner of 10th Street and M Avenue Tickets: $20; 360-2936829 or acttheatre.com

into a junior executive role after just one week. Needless to say, he ruffles a few feathers on his way up the corporate ladder.

Among the leads are Ryan Linneman Jr., Paige Gagliardi and Chase Gagliardi, with a cast of more than 20 performers.

Hedy LaRue (Moriah Corser, right), who charmed the company’s CEO into letting her have a job as a secretary, causes quite the stir when she shows up at the office, in “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.”

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The men who work at the World Wide Wicket Company (from left, Stuart Marshall, Xavier Stork and Chase Gagliardi) celebrate a little about the new beautiful young woman who just started working there.

Rosemary (Paige Gagliardi) is a secretary preparing for a life as a businessman’s wife.

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OUT AND ABOUT

ART

“BLUE FANTASY”: A show featuring Ria Harboe and Judy Arntsen of Lummi Island, Alex Kargopoltsev of La Conner and Liane Redpath Worlaund of Bellingham is being held at Hadrian Art Gallery, 5717 Gilkey Ave., Bow. AT SMITH & VALLEE: Smith & Vallee Gallery is showcasing work by Caryn Friedlander, Jean Behnke and Jennifer Anable through Sept. 30 at the gallery, 5742 Gilkey Ave., Edison.

FALL JURIED EXHIBIT: The Jansen Art Center’s Fall juried exhibit is open at the center, 321 Front St., Lynden. jansenartcenter. org.

STUDIO TOUR SHOWCASE: See work from

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many of the artists participating in the 2018 Whatcom Artists Studio Tour at the Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden, through Nov. 30.

On your mark, get set ... and race your beds

“BONEYARD & BLOOM”: An exhibit

by Cynthia Camlin is on display at the Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden, through Sept. 30. jansenartcenter.org.

CHARLES GORRELL: The new exhibit “Places I’ve Painted” by Charles Gorrell is on display at Wood’s Coffee, 1135 Railroad Ave., Bellingham.

STEVE MAYO: Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery presents the nautical paintings of Steve Mayo through Sept. 29 at its downtown location, 311 W. Holly St., Bellingham. Open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. fourthcornerframes.com.

“I AM FROM”: Scott Milo Gallery presents the work of Ladies of the Island, a group of 10 female artists from Camano Island, through Oct. 2 at 420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

ART AUCTION: Join the ninth annual Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park’s auction at the gallery, 2345 Blanche Way, Camano Island. Bid or buy art every weekend from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. until the live auction at 5 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 6.

FINE ART STUDIO TOUR: Visit studios on Camano Island via Island Transit bus on Friday, Sept.

28. Free. RSVP: travel@ islandtransit.org or 360678-9536.

FAMILY PROMISE

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

BELLINGHAM — Start your engine and climb into bed.

Costumed teams will take to the street to see who has the fastest bed at the annual Family Bed Race from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, at the Civic Field parking lot, 1255 Civic Field Way. Four get to push and one sits on top.

“EXHILARATING TEXTURES”: Acrylic and mixed media artist Terry MacDonald’s work is featured at the Good Stuff Arts Gallery, 604 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

“VISIONS FROM THE VALLEY”: A presentation featuring local photography from Gary Brown, Steve Baughn, Eric Hall and Kevin Hartman will be held Sept. 29-30 at the old Gretchens building, 509 S. First St., Mount Vernon.

The gallery is a benefit for the Skagit Land Trust and Skagitonians to Preserve Farmland.

BALLENGER STUDIO:

See the work of Melissa Ballenger, Ron King, Ellen Dale and Annette Tamm at the Ballenger Studio Show Room, 15502 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

MODEST FORMS OF BIOCULTURAL HOPE: Four art installations explore the complex relationships between biology and culture at Western Gallery, 516 High St., Bellingham, this fall. The exhibit runs through Dec. 8.

“VOYAGER”: The work of artist Steve Jensen is on display at Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett,

Prizes are awarded not only for the fastest bed, but also the best theme and most amount of money raised for the cause.

Family Promise puts on the event, an organization that houses homeless families in local churches. The money raised supports their mission to assist homeless and low-income families achieve sustainable independence.

Visit familypromisebedrace.com for more information. until Nov. 3. schackartcenter.com.

LECTURES & TALKS

GREAT JAZZ DRUMMERS: Learn about the historical development of jazz drum style and technique at a free talk at 7 p.m. today, Sept. 27, at the Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St. BLACK HOLES: Anacortes Public Library will host a NASA @ My Library presentation by scientist Dr. Richard Savage of the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory in Hanford, at 7 p.m. today, Sept. 27, at the Depot Arts Center,

611 R Ave., Anacortes.

EXPLORING EQUITY AND CULTURAL HUMILITY: A workshop that encourages participants to honor diversity, promote cultural self-awareness, examine institutional racism and more will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. today, Sept. 27, at the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center, 13 Prospect St., Bellingham. $50. whatcomdrc.org.

DESIGN DRINKS + TALKS: Three Skagit County artists will make short presentations at 6 p.m. today, Sept. 27, at Localgroup Studio, 221 Prospect St., Bellingham.

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OUT AND ABOUT

“DEER AT TWILIGHT”: Paul Willis will read from his collection “Deer at Twilight: Poems from the North Cascades” at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham.

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

BURLINGTON — Prepare your pumpkins — they’re about to be pitched.

The Burlington Pumpkin Pitch is back at Skagit River Park for another year of launching pumpkins, racing zucchinis and plenty of pie.

The festivities kick off at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept.

29, at 1100 S. Skagit St., Burlington. The public is invited to view largerthan-life, medieval-looking trebuchets that will send pumpkins soaring through the air.

There will also be a

BURLINGTON PARKS AND RECREACTION

pumpkin painting activity, pony rides, touch-a-truck area and the infamous zucchini car races — a competition to see who can create the fastest vehicle using a zucchini as the body.

At 2 p.m., the champions of the 2018 Teen Battle of the Bands will take the stage to keep things rocking.

The event is free, including wagon rides to and from the parking lot.

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20 Year Anniversary

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HUMAN TRAFFICKING: Retired FBI agent Joe Davidson will speak on “Human Trafficking: A Global Perspective” from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at Camano Island Library, 848 N. Sunrise Blvd., Camano Island. Free.

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PAUL HANSEN: Author, painter and Chinese translator Paul Hansen will speak at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, at Pelican Bay Books, 520 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

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OUT AND ABOUT “THE RIVER”: Sandra Noel will read from her book of poems at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham.

CREATION — THE CARDINAL TRUTHS: Dr. Andy McIntosh will present a lecture on the four cardinal truths concerning origins at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept.

30, at Summit Park Bible Church, 12700 Thompson Road, Anacortes.

A beginner’s guide to Camano Island

MORE FUN

WHAT’S IN YOUR EMERGENCY KIT?: Learn how to make a plan and a kit for emergencies from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 28, at Camano Island Library, 848 N Sunrise Blvd., Camano Island. Free.

LADIES’ NIGHT: Team Danza is partnering with Eagle Haven Winery and local consultants to benefit Relay for Life of Skagit County (American Cancer Society). Join in for a ladies’ night out with wine, food, shopping and live music from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, at Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley.

AUTUMN BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Bellingham Public Library will host an Autumn Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Wednesday through Friday, Sept.

26-28, and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Bellingham Public Library, 210 Central Ave. friendslibrary3@gmail.com.

MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL: View short films during this instantaneous film celebration occurring simultaneously in over 250 cities around the world at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28-29, at the Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $8-$11.

RUMMAGE SALE: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sept.

28-29, Central United Methodist Church, 1013 Polte Road, Sedro-Woolley.

HUGE GARAGE SALE: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday,

Celebrate the opening of the 43rd season of the Whatcom Symphony at a benefit dinner at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 29, at Ciao Thyme, 207 Unity St., Bellingham. $150 per person. whatcomsymphony. com.

race will be held from 2 to 4 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 30, at the Civic Field parking lot, 1255 Civic Field Way, Bellingham. The race benefits InterFaith Coalition’s outreach to assist children and families experiencing homelessness.

ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL: Support local and global charities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 5782 Lawrence Road, Everson. There will be door prizes, raffles, a silent auction and more.

SIN & GIN WALKING TOURS: Learn about the history of Bellingham at these guided walking tours at 7 p.m. on weekends.

Fairhaven tours are Fridays, downtown tours on Saturdays. $15. goodtimegirlstours.com.

RAINSCAPING EXPO: Learn about rainscaping solutions from a variety of experts from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett.

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

It’s time to learn about island life at Camano 101.

The open house will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Camano Multi-Purpose Center, 141 N. East Camano Drive.

Event organizers seek Sept. 28-29, Territorial Whatcom County Courthouse, 1308 E St., Bellingham.

PUMPKIN PITCH: Enjoy a pumpkin pitch, zucchini races, free kids’ activities, food vendors, wagon rides, inflatables, pony rides and pumpkin painting from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

29, at Skagit River Park 1100 S. Skagit St., Burlington. All activities are free.

BAKER LAKE CLEANUP: Join RE Sources and partners for an annual litter cleanup along the shores of Baker Lake from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

29. A limited number of canoes will be provided, but volunteers are encouraged to bring their own canoe or kayak. RSVP required: docs.google.com/ forms/d/14KiMydbfftGgDKOO-

to educate residents about the relationship between island living and the unique surrounding environment as well as how to protect and preserve the natural beauty.

Volunteer opportunities are available, as are door prizes. The event is sponsored by the Snohomish Conservation District.

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WESTERNS AT EAGLE HAVEN: A night featuring Western movies and John Wayne trivia will start at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

29, at Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley.

3, 2, 1 GO! ROCKETS!: Play and learn about rockets from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept.

29, at Camano Island Library, 848 N. Sunrise Blvd., Camano Island.

Free.

CAMANO 101: Learn about life on the island at this openhouse style event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Camano Multipurpose Center, 141 N. East Camano Drive.

SAVOR THE SYMPHONY:

LGBTQ COFFEE TALK: Black Drop Coffeehouse hosts an LGBTQIA social hour for the community from 9 to 10:30 a.m. every Saturday at 300 W. Champion St., Bellingham.

LOOKING AHEAD

PAS YARD SALE: The Pilchuck Audubon Society will host a yard sale full of birdthemed items from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at Hill Park, 1610 Park Ave., Snohomish.

ROBERT E. GIGLIOTTI: This sculptor is the featured artist at The Good Stuff Arts Gallery, 604 Commercial Ave., Anacortes, for Oct. 5-30. An artist’s reception will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5.

HOMELESS FOR A NIGHT: The fifth annual Homeless for a Night fundraiser for Family Promise of Skagit Valley will take place from 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

29, to 7 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, at North Cascade Seventh-day Adventist Church, 800 Peacock Lane, Burlington. familypromiseskagit@gmail.com.

DAY OF THE DEAD MASK CLASS: Learn how to create your own Day of the Dead Mask at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, at Hadrian Art Gallery, 5717 Gilkey Ave., Bow. $55.

HISTORIC CEMETERY TOUR: Enjoy an historic tour of the Mount Vernon Cemetery, 1200 E. Fir St., from noon to 4 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 30. Actors will share the stories of some of the unique people for whom this is their final resting place. $10-$12.

SUNDAY FUNDAY: Heart to Heart Charity will host a free event from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, at Bingham Park in Sedro-Woolley. The event is for special-needs children and all kids to have fun and make friends. hearttoheartcharity@gmail.com.

FAMILY PROMISE BED RACE: The second annual bed

PEREGRINE O’GORMLEY, JASMINE VALANDANI: The wood carvings and bronze casts of O’Gormley and the abstract works on paper of Valandani will be featured from Oct. 5-28 at Smith & Vallee Gallery, 5742 Gilkey Ave., Edison. An artists’ talk and reception will be held from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6. smithandvallee.com.

“STILL MAKING”: New sculptures by Dan Freeman will be on display from Oct. 6-29 at the Rob Schouten Gallery, 101 Anthes Ave., Langley.

“SELF-CENTRIC”: Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery, 311 W. Holly St., Bellingham, will present a new show from Oct. 5-Nov. 10.

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OUT AND ABOUT FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK: The First Friday Artwalk will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, at various galleries and shops in downtown Anacortes. anacortesart.com.

Savor the Symphony Dinner on Saturday

LEO OSBORNE: The gold-leaf acrylic paintings and sculptures

by Leo Osborne will be featured at Scott Milo Gallery, 420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes, along with other new works. An artists’ reception will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5.

WHATCOM ARTIST STUDIO TOUR: Tour the studios of 39 Whatcom artists on Oct. 6-7 and Oct. 13-14. A map is available at studiotour.net.

FIBERS & BEYOND: Shop for hand-crafted fashion and decor made by local fiber artists from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden.

FALLING OUT OF THE BOX: Join the opening reception of Jansen Art Center’s “Falling Out of the Box Jewelry Challenge” at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at the center, 321 Front St., Lynden. jansenartcenter.org.

FIBER FUSION NW: Discover the world of natural fibers from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 20-21, at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th SE, Monroe. Free.

MOUNTAINEERING EXHIBIT: Western Washington University’s Libraries Heritage Resources is hosting a new exhibition exploring the relationship between humans’ love of high altitudes and issues of gender, race and class until March 22 in the Special Collections floor of the Wilson Library, 516 High St., Bellingham. Free.

RAY SKJELBRED’S YETI CHASERS: The Bellingham Traditional Jazz Society will present a concert from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at the VFW, 625 N. State St., Bellingham. $12.

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

BELLINGHAM — Nothing goes better together than fine dining and classical music. You can enjoy both at the Savor the Symphony Dinner on Saturday, Sept. 29.

The Whatcom Symphony will host a fundraising dinner at 5:30 p.m. at Ciao Thyme, 207 Unity St., Suite 101, SWINGNUTS AT CROSSROADS: The Swingnuts will play classic Halloween songs plus new and old material from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, at Crossroads Bellevue, 15600 NE Eighth St., Bellevue.

NIGHT WITH MIGUEL DE HOYOS: The Rick Epting Foundation for the Arts presents a Night with Miguel de Hoyos, world-renowned guitar aficionado, at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19, at Kennelly Keys, 1904 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. $10.

SKAGIT SYMPHONY GALA CONCERT: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $10-$50. 360-416-7727.

LIVE THEATER BROADCASTS AT THE LINCOLN: Watch live broadcasts from the National Theatre stage in

Bellingham. The evening will feature Jill Whitman on the harp.

The menu will include summer heirloom tomato galette with parmigiano fonduta and fresh thyme, lightly smoked salmon with black rice and shaved beets and a gluten-free chocolate-almond cake.

Tickets are $150 and the proceeds benefit the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra.

London at the Lincoln Theatre, 721 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $14-18. lincolntheatre.org.

■ “King Lear”: 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7.

■ “Frankenstein”: 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 28, and 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 29.

‘THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW’: Take part in the tradition of midnight movie showings of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with audience participation at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. Showings are 8 p.m. and 11:59 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 26-27, and Wednesday, Oct. 31. $15. mountbakertheatre. com.

NEWCOMERS PLUS: Anacortes Newcomers Plus will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 1, at Anacortes First Baptist Church, 2717 J Ave. The guest speaker

will be Anni Brogan of Micro Aerodynamics.

CIVILITY FIRST: Gain the tools for listening and communicating with those who share different opinions at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2, at Camano Island Library, 848 N. Sunrise Blvd., Camano Island. Free.

HOME RULE CHARTER PRESENTATION: Learn about the Home Rule Charter at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 2, at Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes. Another presentation will take place at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, at Burlington Public Library, 820 Washington Ave., Burlington. ”WATER” THROUGH THE LENS OF LEGAL PUBLIC WORKS: Learn about water quality, stormwater, flooding, draining and more at 6 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 3, at Central Skagit Library, 802 Ball St., Sedro-Woolley.

HANK GREEN: Author Hank Green will be promoting his novel “An Absolutely Remarkable Thing” at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at the Performing Arts Center, 510 High St., Bellingham. $28. tickets.wwu.edu.

AUTHOR TO SPEAK: Sy Montogery, author of “The Soul of an Octopus,” will present a free talk from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, at Maple Hall, 104 Commercial, La Conner.

PANAMA ADVENTURE: Anacortes Sister Cities Association will host a talk on Cora and Mike Lijek’s Panama cruise at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4, at the Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St. Free.

CIVIL DISCOURSE ON A STICKY TOPIC: Share, collaborate and learn from neighbors who hold differing viewpoints on the sticky topics that affect everyone from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at PUD Aqua Room, 1415 Freeway

Drive, Mount Vernon. Free.

“THE ALTITUDE JOURNALS”: David Mauro, author of “The Altitude Journals,” will speak on his mountain experience as one of the 65 Americans who have survived the Seven Summits Quest from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, at the Marysville Opera House, 1225 Third St. $5.

REPRESSION OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN GUATEMALA: Local human rights activist Andrea Doll will speak at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, to the Fidalgo Democrats at Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes.

DIRTY GENES: Dr. Ben Lynch will speak on genetics and his new book, “Dirty Genes,” at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham.

RFA COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: Learn more about the the Regional Fire Authority proposal at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, at Marysville Fire District Station No. 62, 10701 Shoultes Road, Marysville.

HATTIE STROTHER CHAPTER MEETING: Learn about the early history of perfume at the Hattie Strother Chapter Meeting of International Questers at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, carpooling from the Pickett House Museum, 910 Bancroft St., Bellingham. RSVP: 360-2931082.

NORTHWEST CANCER PATIENT SUMMIT: Doctors and patient advocates will speak on various aspects of cancer from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at the Health Education Center, PeaceHealth St. Joseph’s Hospital, 3333 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham.

Free.

JESSICA GIGOT & BILL RANSOM: The two local authors will speak at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, at Pelican Bay Books, 520 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

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TOOLS FOR TOUGH CONVERSATIONS: Join a training series for past participants of conflict training programs at the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center, 13 Prospect St. Suite 201, Bellingham. Each session is from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. whatcomdrc.org. n Oct. 16: Prepare for and Respond to Stress and Conflict. n Oct. 23: Learn to Listen Fully. n Oct. 25: Explore Bias and Opportunities for Inclusion. n Oct. 30: Practice Speaking

Camp Kirby’s Camptoberfest party with beer, cider, brats, music and gift baskets from 6 to 8 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 5 at Camp Kirby in Bow.

BUFF PUFF AND POWDERPUFF: The community is invited to watch Sedro-Woolley High School students participate in the annual Homecoming Week Buff Puff and Powderpuff games at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 1, at the high school.

BIDS FOR BUILDS: Enjoy a dinner and bid on auction items to support Habitat for Humanity Snohomish from 6 to 10 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 5, at the Future of Flight Museum, 8415 Paine Field Blvd., Mukilteo. $60. habitatsnohomish.org.

LEARN TO DANCE THRILLINGHAM: Learn to dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” with free public classes from 7 to 9 p.m. every Friday, Sept. 28Oct. 26, at the Bloedel Donovan multi-purpose toom, Bellingham. Then take part in the Bellingham tradition of dressing up and performing the dance in public on Halloween. @thrillingham.

THE GREAT PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST: Enter a precarved and/or predecorated pumpkin from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, at Kristoferson Farm, 3326 Walnut Court, Camano. Entry is $5, voting occurs Saturday, Oct. 6. camanopumpkinproject. com.

CAMPTOBERFEST: Anyone older than 21 can join in for

CAMANO PUMPKIN PROJECT: Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 6-7, at Kristoferson Farm, 332 NE Camano Dr., Camano. Open from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday and

THE SWEET REMAINS

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT

Saturday, September 29 7:30pm

“Hushed, smooth folk-pop... a smooth take on Crosby, Stills & Nash and James Taylor.” ~ Time Out NY

360.416.7727 mcintyrehall.org

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H20MG: Learn about water scarcity and its effects, globally and locally, at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, at Central Skagit Library, 802 Ball St., Sedro-Woolley.

Up When it Matters Most. n Nov. 1: Find Common Ground in Times of Difference. n Nov. 6: Respond with Poise in Moments of Crisis.

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FEMINISM IN POPULAR CULTURE: Media scholar Amy Peloff will explore principles of feminist thought and why we should care about pop culture’s presentation of these concepts at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave., Burlington.

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $10. camanopumpkinproject.com.

Ave., Burlington. Play games, eat snacks, listen to music and watch videos. No registration required.

Ages 12-19. Next meeting is Monday, Oct. 8.

CAMP KIRBY 5K RUN: Join Camp Kirby in the first 5K Fun Run Dash to Disney at 8:30 a.m.

Sunday, Oct. 7, at the camp in Bow. Proceeds support youth programs and each participant earns a chance to win entrance tickets to Disneyland. Registration is $20 for adults, $15 for youth and $60 for a family of four.

Campkirby.org or 360-733-5710.

TEEN CUPCAKE WARS: Teens aged 12 and older are invited to battle it out with cupcake designs inspired by books and movies from 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, at Burlington Public Library, 820 E Washington Ave., Burlington.

MODEL TRAIN SHOW: The Lynden Lions Club’s 34th annual model train show will be held Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 6-7, at the Northwest Washington Fairground Henry Jensen Building, 1775 Front St., Lynden. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. $5$7. lyndentrainshow.com.

NARFE HEALTH FAIR: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association will host its local annual Health Fair and Meeting at 1 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 9, at Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland St., Mount Vernon.

FILM SCREENING: Join a screening of the Sundance-winning documentary “Alive Inside” at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, at the Sedro-Woolley Senior Center, 715 Pacific St., Sedro-Woolley.

TEEN ANIMANGA CLUB: 4:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month at Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington

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ON STAGE in the Skagit Valley and surrounding area September 27 – October 7 Thursday.27

”SIDE SHOW — THE MUSICAL”: 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $12-$26.

360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

COMEDY THE GBU: 8 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $8. 360-733-8855 or theupfront.com.

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THEATER ”HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. Dress rehearsal, free, first come, first served. 360293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

”RULES FOR DROWNING”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 207 Prospect St., Bellingham. $15. sylviacenterforthearts.com.

Friday.28 THEATER ”HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

THE NEW CHINESE ACROBATS: 2 and 7 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $16-$30. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

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GREG RUBY 6, NUAGES JAZZ QUINTET 7 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $20. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

THEATER ”HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com. ”RULES FOR DROWNING”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 207 Prospect St., Bellingham. $15. sylviacenterforthearts.com.

”RULES FOR DROWNING”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 207 Prospect St., Bellingham. $15. sylviacenterforthearts.com.

Saturday.29 MUSIC GREG RUBY 6, NUAGES JAZZ QUINTET: 7 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. $20. 360-734-6080 or mountbakertheatre.com.

THE SWEET REMAINS: 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. 360-416-7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

THEATER ”HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

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”HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING” ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

Check individual listings for times. Pictured: Paige Gagliardi (left) and Katrina Rose Bailey.

”RULES FOR DROWNING”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 207 Prospect St., Bellingham. $15. sylviacenterforthearts.com.

Sunday.30 THEATER ”HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING”: 2 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

Thursday.4 MUSIC HARK! THE HERALD HEADLINES SING!: 7:30 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $20.

360-734-2776 or bellinghammusicclub.org.

Friday.5 MUSIC HARK! THE HERALD HEADLINES SING!: 7:30 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $20. 360-734-2776 or bellinghammusicclub.org.

THEATER ”HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com. ”RULES FOR DROWNING”: 7:30 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 207 Prospect St., Bellingham. $15. sylviacenterforthearts.com.

HARK! THE HERALD HEADLINES SING!: 7:30 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $20.

360-734-2776 or bellinghammusicclub.org.

THEATER ”HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

”SIDE SHOW — THE MUSICAL”: 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $12-$26. 360-3368955 or lincolntheatre.org.

Sunday.7 HARK! THE HERALD HEADLINES SING!: 3 p.m., Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $20. 360-734-2776 or bellinghammusicclub.org.

COMEDY THE GATEWAY SHOW: 8 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St., Bellingham. $14.

360-733-8855 or theupfront. com.

THEATER ”HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING”: 2 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

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TUNING UP Playing at area venues September 27 – October 3 Thursday.27

SHERI ROBERTS GREIMES & JOMOMMA: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $10.

360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

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

360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

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RENEE DION: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $8. 360445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

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BIRCH PEREIRA AND THE GIN JOINTS: 8 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $10. 360-4453000 or conwaymuse. com.

RANDY: 6:30 p.m., Mount Vernon Elks Lodge, 2120 Market St., Mount Vernon.

Members and signed-in guests only. 360-8488882.

JEAN MANN: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360-399-1805 or aneliaskitchenandstage. com.

DIMOND SAINTS: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. 360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

MICHAEL TOLF: 8:30 p.m., Honey Moon, 1053 North State Street Alley, Bellingham. 360734-0728 or honeymoonmeads.com.

TIME3JAZZ 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Free. 360-588-1720 or anacortesrockfish.com.

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BIRCH PEREIRA AND THE GIN JOINTS 8 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $10. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com

SHANNANAGINS: 9 p.m., Longhorn Saloon, 5754 Cains Court, Bow. Free. 360-7666330.

VERY SERIOUS, VAENS AND GLITCHLETTE: 9:30 p.m, Firefly Lounge, 1015 N. State St., Bellingham. thefireflylounge.com or facebook.com/TheFireflyBham.

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THE SWEET REMAINS: 7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. 360-416-7727, ext.

2, or mcintyrehall.org.

LUTHER SCHULTZ, ELISHA GULLIXSON & DREW BADDELEY: 7 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $7. 360-4453000 or conwaymuse. com.

THE DIZZYS: 7:30 p.m., H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. anacortesh2o. com or 360-755-3956.

HAROLD BELSKUS: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360-399-1805 or aneliaskitchenandstage. com.

BILONGO QUINTET: 8:30 p.m., Honey Moon, 1053 North State Street alley, Bellingham. 360734-0728 or honeymoonmeads.com.

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

JILL NEWMAN BAND: 8:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360-7666266 or theoldedison. com.

BRETT BENTON, HAMBONE WILSON AND KICKIN NAMES: 9:30 p.m., Firefly Lounge, 1015 N. State St., Bellingham. thefireflylounge.com or facebook.com/TheFireflyBham.

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

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

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STEEL BEANS: 9 p.m., Brown Lantern Ale House, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

360-293-2544 or brownlantern.com.

NICK ANTHONY: 7 to 9 p.m., Evelyn’s Tavern, 12667 Highway 9, Clear Lake. 360-3991321.

THE JARED HALL QUARTET: 7 p.m., Sylvia Center for the Arts, 207 Prospect St., Bellingham. $5-$10.

TIME3JAZZ: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Free. 360588-1720 or anacortesrockfish.com.

NORMAN BAKER & THE BACKROADS WITH CHRIS POAGE: 9 p.m, Firefly Lounge, 1015 N. State St., Bellingham. thefireflylounge.com or facebook. com/TheFireflyBham.

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OUT AND ABOUT KNKX CONNECTS: View a live broadcast of “All Things Considered” at 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. Free.

Thrillingham brings ‘Thriller’ to life

GALA EVENT: Join a fundraising gala event for the Whidbey Playhouse at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at the Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St., Oak Harbor. $75 per person, evening attire, ages 21 and over. whidbeyplayhouse.com.

BELLINGHAM — It’s close to midnight … something evil’s lurking from the dark …

It’s a group of zombies and they want you to join.

Thrillingham is a Belling-

ICE CREAM SOCIAL: The Ceramics Studio at the Jansen Art Center will host an Ice Cream Fundraiser from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at the center, 321 Front St. $5 per bowl.

OPEN HOUSE: Learn about the basic concepts of Ayurvedic health at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at the Ayurvedic Health Center’s open house, 203 W. Holly St., Suite 201, Bellingham. Free, preregistration required: ayurvedichealthcenter.com.

HARVEST FOR HOMES: Attend a fundraiser and auction for the Home Trust of Skagit Community Land Trust at 5 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 12, at Maplehurst Farms, 18495 Dike Road, Mount Vernon. $50. hometrustofskagit. org or 360-428-0014.

MACTOBERFEST: Join the search for the best Scottish ale from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at Littlefield Celtic Center, 1124 Cleveland Ave., Mount Vernon. $25-$30, members of the Celtic Arts Foundation receive a $5 discount. celticarts.org.

CHILDREN’S AUTHOR EVENT: Author Lois V. Harris will sign her book “Lotta Crabtree: Gold Rush Fairy Star” from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at Barnes & Noble, 4099 Meridian, Bellingham.

FILM NIGHT: Watch and discuss documentaries that focus on health and wellness at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 19, at 8 Petals Yoga Studio, 1317 Commercial St., Bellingham. $10-$15. ayurvedichealthcenter.com.

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BREW ON THE SLOUGH: Taste the beer from over 10 breweries from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at Maple Hall, 104 Commercial, La Conner. Tickets are $25 and include 10 pours.

MUTT STRUT DOG PARADE: Dress your favorite canine for the annual Mutt Strut Dog Parade & Costume Contest. The fun will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bayview Corner, 5603 Bayview Road, Whidbey Island. Free.

TRAILS TO TAPS RELAY: Teams of five to ten runners comprise this 10-leg relay run through Bellingham’s trails.

Every runner gets beer tickets at the end of their leg to use at local breweries. The relay starts at 9 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, and the after party starts at noon at the Depot Market Square, 1100 Railroad Ave., Bellingham. Ages 21-plus. trailstotap.com.

CENTRAL SKAGIT LIBRARY’S BOOK CLUB: The Central Skagit Library Book Club will discuss “Educated: A Memoir” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, at the library, 802 Ball St., Sedro-Woolley.

KIDS NIGHT OUT: Students in grades K-5 can explore handson science activities from 7 to 9:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, at Western Washington University, 516 High St., Bellingham. $25-$30.

“A PLASTIC OCEAN”: The movie will be shown at 6 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 26, at Central Skagit Library, 802 Ball St., Sedro-Woolley.

ham tradition of dressing like the living dead and dancing to Michael Jackson’s Halloween hit “Thriller” in the street.

Rehearsals for the dance start at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, at Bloedel Donovan Park.

Classes continue every Friday at the same time and place

WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL: Join an evening of short films to support the Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, at the Lincoln Theatre, 721 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $15-$25.

CORRESPONDENCE CLUB: Make, write and send your own letter at Mindport’s Correspondence Club from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at Mindport Exhibits, 210 W. Holly St., Bellingham. Free.

THE CAPITOL STEPS: A troupe of bipartisan ex-staffer comedians take the stage to Make America Grin Again at 3 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 4, at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. $30-$50. mountbakertheatre.com.

GREAT FUTURES GALA: Support the Boys & Girls Club of Skagit at this gala at 5:30 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 2, at Corporate Air Center, 15452 Airport Drive, Burlington. $200. skagitclubs.org.

FREE MICROCHIP CLINIC: The Camano Animal Shelter Association will offer a free microchip clinic for cats and dogs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at CASA, 198 Canku Road, Camano.

KIDS GIANT GARAGE SALE: Kids ages 17 and under are welcome to sell and purchase good quality “kid related” things from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 3, at the Burlington Parks and Recreation Center, 900 E. Fairhaven Ave. $15 for a booth, free entry.

360-755-9649 or burlingtonwa.

(except for Oct. 19 when the class will be held at Maritime Heritage Park) until it’s time to perform on Halloween night.

The class is free open to anyone ready to learn the “Thriller” choreography and get dressed up. For questions, contact teamthrillingham@gmail.com. gov/parksandrec.

FRIENDS OF THE FOREST BENEFIT: Enjoy drinks, music and auctions while supporting the Friends of the Forest from 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at Port of Anacortes Event Center, 100 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. $65 per person, $500 table of eight. friendsoftheacfl.org.

AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE: Burlington Chamber of Commerce will host an awards ceremony for those who have made a positive impact in the community, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, at the The Skagit Casino Resort.

WARM BEACH SENIOR HOLIDAY BAZAAR: Shop through an assortment of Christmas decorations and gifts from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 2-3, at the Warm Beach Senior Community Center, 20420 Marine Drive, Stanwood.

E-CYCLE: Donate old computers, TVs and monitors to the Stanwood Camano Kiwanis Aktion Club to be e-cycled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at 27001 94th Drive NW, Stanwood. Free.

SKAGIT VETERANS DAY PARADE: Honor veterans at this parade, featuring activities before and after, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Burlington Visitor Center, 520 E Fairhaven Ave. VETERANS DAY DINNER: Join the Camano Chapel HIS

Veterans Day Dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9, at 867 SW Camano Drive. Camano Island.

The dinner is free for veterans and their families and those who support veterans’ services in the community. RSVP with Lynda Buehring: goldracket@aol.com or 206-550-4409.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, Stanwood Fairgrounds Bonnie Cole Building, 6431 Pioneer Highway.

FESTIVAL OF TREES OPENING NIGHT: Join the opening night of the weeklong Festival of the Trees at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, at Tulalip Resort, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip. $65. A free community open house will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28.

FESTIVAL OF TREES GALA: 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, Tulalip Resort, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip. $250.

“A CHRISTMAS CAROL ...

MORE OR LESS’: This twist on a Christmas classic written by Stefano LoVerso and Mary Irey will play both as dinner theatre and as a matinee during the Lights of Christmas Festival at Warm Beach Camp & Conference Center, 20800 Marine Drive, Stanwood. $38-$59. Schedule: thelightsofchristmas.com.

THE LIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS: Enjoy the holiday season at this festival boasting over 1 million lights at Warm Beach Camp & Conference Center, 20800 Marine Drive, Stanwood. The festival is open from 5 to 10 p.m.

Thursday through Sunday from Nov. 29-Dec. 16 and 5 to 10 p.m.

Wednesday through Sunday from Dec. 19-29. $16. thelightsofchristmas.com.

SURVIVAL SKILLS CAMP: This camp will teach kids basic outdoor survival skills while building their confident from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 27, at Burlington Parks and Recreation Center, 900 E Fairhaven. $42.

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ART

PUBLIC ART PROPOSALS: The Port of Skagit and Town of La Conner are seeking proposals from artists to provide a public art installation. Interested parties must submit four hard copies plus one digital drive with their proposal to Darla Pyke, Harbormaster, Port of Skagit, 613 N. Second St., P.O. Box 1120, La Conner, WA, 98257, by 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 1.

CALL TO ARTISTS: Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden, is opening registration for jewelry artists interested in participating in the “Falling Out of the Box Jewelry Challenge.” Full information at jansenartcenter.org.

ART CLASSES

USING YOUR DSLR CAMERA: Learn how to take pictures with your DSLR camera at this recurring workshop at the Burlington Parks and Recreation Center, 900 E Fairhaven Ave. Each class costs $40. n 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 6. n 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11.

DSLR NEXT STEPS: Dive deeper into advanced photographic techniques with your DSLR at this workshop at the Burlington Parks and Recreation Center, 900 E Fairhaven Ave. Each class costs $40.

Must have taken beginner DSLR class or be very comfortable shooting in manual mode. n 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16. n 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 27.

COMPOSITION AND PHOTO EDITING: Learn how to compose and edit

photos from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 8, at the Burlington Parks and Recreation Center, 900 E. Fairhaven Ave. $40.

GETTING STARTED PAINTING: A series of four classes to introduce beginners to acrylic painting will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 20-Nov. 10, at A Guilded Gallery, 8700 271st St. NW, Stanwood. $125. aguildedgallery.com.

TRI DEE ARTS WORKSHOPS: Art classes on a variety of topics are available at Tri Dee Arts, 215 S. First St., Mount Vernon. trideearts.com.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST QUILT AND FIBER ARTS MUSEUM: Varied exhibits and classes are available to the public at 703 S. Second St., La Conner. Museum hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday through Sunday.

Admission: $7, $5 students and military, free for members and children ages 11 and under. 360-466-4288 or laconnerquilts.org. n Fiber Fridays: bring any type of fiber art project, quilting, knitting, embellishing, etc., to work on while visiting with other fiber artists from 9 a.m. to noon every Friday. Free and open to all.

GAIL HARKER CENTER: Gail Harker Center for Creative Arts offers a variety of art classes and workshops for artists of every level at 12636 Chilberg Road, Mount Vernon.

Online courses are also available. For information and a complete schedule: 360-466-0110 or gailcreativestudies.com.

FIGURE DRAWING: Demos, lectures, personal assistance and critiques will be led by Norm Nason

from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Fridays, through Oct. 5, at A Guilded Gallery, 8700 271st St. NW, Stanwood.

Learn how to use shapes, value, edges effectively, and to construct head, figure, hands and drapery. $150.

PASTEL BASICS: Explore color in depth, working with underpinnings and introducing softer pastels into the mix, from 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays, through Oct. 8, at A Guilded Gallery, 8700 271st St. NW, Stanwood.

FEARLESS PAINTING: Enjoy an acrylic and/ or mixed media class featuring an emphasis on individual instruction from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wednesdays, through Oct. 17, at A Guilded Gallery, 8700 271st St. NW, Stanwood. $150.

BOOKS

WRITING FOR CHILDREN: Receive feedback and learn the advantages and disadvantages of different points of view at this workshop with Lois V. Harris from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 and Nov. 1, at Skagit Valley College, 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. $49.

GREAT BOOKS READING GROUP MEETING: The Great Books Reading Group examines passages from important writings in history from 6 to 8 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave. 360-9411437 and shunji.asari@ gmail.com.

DANCE

INTRO TO SCOTTISH DANCING FOR ADULTS:

Scottish Highland dance is often called the world’s most sophisticated folk dance form. This class introduces the basic moves.

Taught by Clan Heather Dancers director Heather Richendrfer. Advance registration is required. Classes are at 7 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 10 at the Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland Avenue.

BEGINNING LINE DANCING: 7 to 8 p.m.

Tuesdays, Burlington Community Center, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. $6 drop-in, $25 for five classes. Adults and teens 13 and older. Register: burlingtonwa.gov/recreation or 360-755-9649.

BEGINNING SQUARE DANCING: 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland

Ave., Mount Vernon. $4 per session. Ages 10 and over welcome. 360-424-4608.

FOLK DANCING: Skagit-Anacortes Folk Dancers meet Tuesdays at Bay View Civic Hall, 12615 C St., Bay View. Learn to folk dance to a variety of international music. 7 to 9:30 p.m. First session free, $5 thereafter. No partners needed. Gary or Ginny, 360-766-6866.

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

PACIFIC NW SCHOOL: Choose from painting, photography, fiber and 3D art workshops taught by professional artists at the Pacific NorthWest Art School, 15 NW Birch St., Coupeville. For information and a complete schedule: 360-678-3396 or pacificnorthwestartschool. com.

DAKOTA: Dakota Art Center offers a variety of art classes and workshops at 17873 Highway 536, Mount Vernon. 360-4166556, ext. 5, or dakotaartcenter.com.

AUDITIONS

CALL FOR DIRECTORS AND PLAYS: Whidbey Island Playhouse is seeking seasoned directors for the 2019-20 Playhouse Season.

Visit whidbeyislandplayhouse.com for more details or email kevinwm.meyer@ gmail.com with questions.

THE BROTHERS FOUR The 60th Anniversary Concert

Saturday, October 6 7:30pm

In perfect harmony with the acoustic traditions of a magical era.

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GET INVOLVED SCOTTISH HIGHLAND AND IRISH STEP DANCE: The Clan Heather Dancers offer year-round Scottish Highland and Irish step dance classes in Bellingham, Everett and Mount Vernon. More info: clanheather. com.

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

Thursdays at Hillcrest Lodge, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon.

For information, contact Gisela at 360-424-5696.

MUSIC

MUSIC LESSONS: Three professional instructors at the Peterson Conservatory of Music & Arts, 314 S. Section St., Mount Vernon, are offering a variety of classes for students from ages 6-10 ($10) to ages 11 to adult ($40-$50). pcmusical.org.

UKULELE FUN & SONG CIRCLE: 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland St. Free.

Beginners welcome and loaner ukuleles available. Song sheets provided. 206-790-4862 or yogaheartspace0@gmail.com.

BARBERSHOP HARMONY: Join the An-O-Chords, a fourpart barbershop harmony group that meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays at Bethany Covenant Church, 1318 18th St., Mount Vernon.

No experience necessary, no auditions required. Learn by rote, you don’t have to read music. All ages welcome. anochords.org.

360-466-0109.

TIME FOR FIDDLERS: The Washington Old Time Fiddlers play at 6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Fridays of each month at the Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland. St. Free; donations accepted. 360-6301156.

SHELTER BAY CHORUS: Practices are held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Shelter Bay Clubhouse, 1000 Shoshone Drive, La Conner. New members welcome. The group is looking for an accompanist starting in

mid-September. 360-223-3230.

SING IN HARMONY: Join the women of Harmony Northwest Chorus from 6:30 to 9 p.m. every Monday at the Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland Ave. Seeking women who like to sing a cappella music. All skill levels welcome. 360-201-5861 or harmonynorthwest.org.

ANACORTES OPEN MIC: 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, Brown Lantern Ale House, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. 360293-2544.

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

RECREATION

LACROSSE: The Skagit Valley Flyers is a lacrosse club for boys and girls, grades 2-12. Participation is free and no experience is necessary. svflyers.uslaxteamsw. com. Questions? Email: svflyers2009@gmail.com GRUMPY OLD MAN’S YOGA: Build strength and flexibility at this accessible yoga class from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Thursdays at Burlington Senior Center, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. Despite the name, women are welcome. $5 donation.

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

Contact Norma Lisherness at njlish@gmail.com. n Team Tsunami practices year-round from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

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

HEALTHY HIKES: Wash-

ington State Parks invites the public to get walking in 2018 with Healthy Hikes at Rockport State Park. Participants who hike 100 miles in Rockport State Park during 2018 will earn a hand-carved walking stick. Free.

360-853-8461 or parks.state. wa.us/574/Rockport.

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

Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. No pets. Free. 360293-3725 or friendsoftheacfl.org.

CHRISTIAN MOTORCYCLISTS ASSOCIATION: Christian Motorcyclists Association Morning Star Chapter 39 meets the first Monday of every month at Royal Star Buffet, 2300 Freeway Drive, Mount Vernon.

Dinner at 6 p.m. (optional) with meeting at 7 p.m. First-time attendees get a free dinner. Contact President Dwight Kaestner at 425-770-6154 or cmachapter39@gmail.com.

FLYSWATTER VOLLEYBALL: 9 a.m. Thursdays, Sedro-Woolley Senior Center, 715 Pacific St., Sedro-Woolley. All ages and levels of ability welcome. Free. 360-855-1531.

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

New members welcome.

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

SUPPORT GROUP: The Skagit and Island Counties Council for the Blind meets 1 to 3 p.m. the second Saturday of the month at the Washington Federal Bank conference room, 300 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington.

425-218-0190 or arvidsonandy@ gmail.com.

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

Basic yoga essentials will be covered in this six-week class from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesdays from Oct. 3 to Nov. 7 at Hillcrest Park. $72. Register: 360-336-6215.

RECREATION WITHOUT BORDERS: Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation offers trips around the region throughout the summer. Register at 360-3366215 or mountvernonwa.gov.

NATURE MUNCH: Kids ages 3 to 5 are invited to enjoy lunch outside with nature activities and story time from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for five Wednesdays: Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24 at Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon. $55.

Preregister: 360-336-6215.

TAI CHI: Mount Vernon Parks and recreation will be offering Tai Chi classes for ages 15 and older for eight weeks. Class meets from 6 to 7:15 p.m. on Mondays through Oct. 29. $80.

Register: 360-336-6215.

FOREST FRIDAYS: Kids ages 3 to 5 years are invited to join in on outdoor play and discovery from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Fridays: Oct. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon. $69.

Preregister: 360-336-6215.

TAI CHI/QIGONG: Mount Vernon Parks and recreation will be offering Tai Chi/Qigong Foundations for Every Body classes for ages 15 and older for eight weeks. Class meets from 9 to 10:15 a.m. on Fridays, through Oct. 26. $80. Register: 360-336-6215.

MEDITATION CLASS: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 3-17, CDM Spiritual Center, 2402 Summit Ave., Everett. $150. cdmspiritualcenter.org.

FORESTRY STEWARDSHIP: Owners of wooded property will learn to care for their trees and forests from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Tuesdays until Nov. 6 at the City of Arlington Public Works Office, 154 W. Cox St., Arlington. $140-$170. Register: forestry. wsu.edu or call Brendan Whyte at 425-357-6023.

CROP HUNGER WALK: Join the CROP Hunger Walk to raise money to fight hunger locally and globally from 2 to 4 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 30, at Mount Vernon Christian School.

PICKLEBALL: Sign up for pickleball open gym for either Mondays or Thursdays. Each session is five weeks and $20.

Mondays: Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29.

Thursdays: Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 1. Both sessions are from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Washington Elementary School in Mount Vernon.

YOGA BEGINNER SERIES:

THEATER

2018 DIRECTING WORKSHOP: Ideal for directors, playwrights or actors with previous experience, this four-weekend, 20-hour class from the Sylvia Center in directing will focus on working with actors. Workshop sessions meet on select Sundays until Nov. 4 with additional lab meeting times. $250 for general, $200 for Sylvia Center members. sylviacenterforthearts.org.

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

Sign up at facebook.com/waynorthcomedy.

ACTING CLASSES: The iDiOM Theater offers acting classes for all ages at the Sylvia Center for the Arts, 205 Prospect St., Bellingham. Prices vary. sylviacenterforthearts@gmail.com or sylviacenterforthearts.org.

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The Manhattan Short Film Festival received 1,565 entries from 73 countries, which were whittled down to nine finalists. Between Sept. 27 and Oct. 7, these nine short films will screen more than 1,000 times in over 300 cities on six continents and will all be eligible for an Oscar nomination.

On entry to Lincoln Theatre on Friday and Saturday, every audience member will be given a ballot to vote for the best short film and actor at the conclusion of the show. Votes will be tallied at Manhattan Short headquarters in New York and the winners will be announced at manhattanshort.com on Oct. 8.

This year’s finalists bring together a wide range of film genres including intimate dramas, fast-paced animation, spine-tingling tales, a World War II epic, a film shot entirely underwater and a dark comedy.

The final nine are: “Baghead” (United Kingdom), “Fire in Cardboard City” (New Zealand), “Home Shopper” (U.S.), “Her” (Kosovo), “Two Strangers Who Meet Five Times” (United Kingdom), “Someone” (Germany), “Chuchotage” (Hungary), “Fauve” (Canada) and “Lacrimosa” (Austria).

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TRAVEL

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

Local travel briefs SAN JUANS: Cruise and hike Vendovi Island Preserve with a local naturalist guide Thursday through Monday, Sept. 26-30, departing from Anacortes. Details and reservations at Skagit Guided Adventures, 360-474-7479.

You can feed your cabin fever at these venues

By LYNN O’ROURKE HAYES

AAA CRUISE SHOW: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, Best Western Skagit Valley Inn, 2300 Market Place, Mount Vernon. RSVP: 360-848-2090.

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A cozy cabin is the perfect place to connect with your clan. Here are five scenic spots to consider: 1. 320 Guest Ranch. Big Sky, Montana: Wake to the wide Montana sky and prepare for a day of hiking, horseback riding and fly-fishing on the ranch’s private stretch of the Gallatin River, made famous in the iconic film “A River Runs Through It.” Don’t miss the weekly pig roast or consider the wagon or horseback ride, culminating in a riverside barbecue. When the snow falls, cozy up in front of your riverfront cabin’s fireplace, snuggle on a sleigh ride or slap on the skis for a scenic adventure. The 320’s proximity to nearby Yellowstone National Park provides day trip options or an ideal extension to your ranch experience.

320ranch.com 2. Snow Mountain Ranch, Granby, Colorado: “Bullseye!” It started on the archery range. Then the kids tackled the climbing wall, hiked on scenic trails, paddled canoes and careened across the zip line. At this high-octane YMCA camp, family members of all ages can strut their stuff and then share stories around the campfire come nightfall. Sleep in cozy cabins or check out the yurt village where six family members can snooze inside a round, platform tent on a queen bed plus two bunks. Lodge rooms and campsites are also available. snowmountainranch.org

WHATCOM SENIOR TOURS: Whatcom Senior Tours is hosting a series of trips for seniors who want to get out and have fun. Sign up by calling 360-733-4030, ext. 1015 or visiting the tour office at 315 Halleck St., Bellingham.

SHORT TRIPS: Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation offers travel opportunities for ages 8 and older (adult supervision required for ages 17 and younger). Trips depart from and return to Hillcrest Park, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon. For information or to register, call 360-336-6215.

RECREATION WITHOUT BORDERS: The organization offers recreational trips, tours and adventures throughout the Northwest and British Columbia. 360-766-7109 or recreationwithoutborders.com. ‌

The Gallatin River near Big Sky, Montana.

3. Historic Harding Cabin, Mount Sterling, Ohio: History buffs, take note. You can check into what was once the private hideaway of President Warren G. Harding in Ohio’s Deer Creek State Park.

The restored, yet rustic, multilevel cabin reportedly served as a getaway for Harding and his close circle of friends known as the “Ohio Gang.”

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the cabin was constructed on the banks of Deer Creek by U.S. Attorney General Harry M. Daugherty at the close of World War I. With a full-length screened porch overlooking the 1,277-acre lake, it’s easy to imagine why Harding might have retreated to the picturesque spot to gain a little perspective. Other unique cabins throughout the Ohio State Park system provide affordable opportunities

for families to enjoy a relaxing getaway in a natural environment. deercreekstateparklodge. com 4. Brooks Lake Lodge, Dubois, Wyoming: Follow in the footsteps of adventure seekers with a visit to this historic lodge and you’ll have the vast Wyoming wilderness right outside your door. High mountain lakes, miles of hiking, skiing, snowshoeing and horseback trails in the midst of a stunning landscape surrounded provide plenty of options for outdoor fun. One- and two-bedroom rustic but restored cabins are nestled among the spruce and pine trees of the Pinnacle Mountains. Enjoy the sweet smell of the forest from under your goose down comforters. brookslake.com 5. Oglebay Resort, Wheeling,

West Virginia: Check into a fireplace-warmed cabin tucked in the trees yet a stone’s throw from the comfortable lodge popular for its proximity to the indoor swimming pool and restaurant dining.

Walking and bike paths weave through 1,700 acres of rolling hills, where guests are enthralled by the expanse of seasonal color. Stop by the small lakes so children can feed the ducks or visit with the animals at the petting zoo. Make time for golf, horseback riding or a tour of through the extraordinary light show underway during the holiday season. oglebay.com — Lynn O’Rourke Hayes (www.LOHayes.com) is an author, family travel expert and enthusiastic explorer.

Gather more travel intel on Twitter @lohayes, Facebook, or via FamilyTravel. com)

OAK HARBOR DAY TRIPS: The Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St., offers fun day trips for members. For details call 360-279-4587.

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

PASSPORT APPLICATIONS: Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes, accepts new passport applications and applications for passports that have been expired for more than five years by appointment from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Passport forms and information on fees and how to apply are available at travel.state. gov, or pick up an application and passport guide at the library.

Burlington Municipal Court accepts passport applications from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 311 Cedar St., Suite A, Burlington. New and renewal forms are available. 360755-0492.

Post Offices in Mount Vernon, Sedro-Woolley and Oak Harbor accept passport applications by appointment.

Contact individual offices for available days and times.

Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St., Oak Harbor, accepts passport applications Monday through Friday. Appointments are recommended. 360-279-4580.

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

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

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

THE SWEET REMAINS: Sept. 29, McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon.

360.416.7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

STANLEY JORDAN: Oct. 2-3, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-4419729 or jazzalley.com.

BOB JAMES TRIO: Oct. 4-7, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

AARON LEWIS: Oct. 5, Snoqualmie Casino, Snoqualmie. snotickets.com.

THE BROTHERS FOUR: Oct. 6, McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon.

360.416.7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

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

5 SECONDS OF SUM-

ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS Dec. 3, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

MER: Oct. 5, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-7453000 or ticketmaster.com.

NIKKA COSTA: Oct. 9-10, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

SHINEDOWN, GODSMACK, ASKING ALEXANDRIA: Oct. 10, Angel of The Winds Arena, Everett. 866.332.8499 or angelofthewindsarena. com.

JOHM SCOFIELD’S

COMBO 66: Oct. 11-14, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

LUKE BRYAN: Oct. 12, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

CHRIS D’ELIA: Oct. 19, Snoqualmie Casino, Snoqualmie. snotickets.com.

LOCARNO: Oct. 19, McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon. 360.416.7727, ext.

2, or mcintyrehall.org.

SKAGIT SYMPHONY GALA CONCERT: Oct. 20, McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon. 360.416.7727, ext.

2, or mcintyrehall.org.

CAROL BURNETT: Oct. 21, Benaroya Hall, Seattle. 206-215-4747 or benaroyahall.org.

ALICE SMITH DUO: Oct. 23-24, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

‘LA BOHEME’: Oct. 26, 28, Nov. 2, 4, McIntyre Hall, 2501 College Way, Mount Vernon.

360.416.7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

SMOKEY ROBINSON: Nov. 1, Snoqualmie Casino, Snoqualmie. snotickets.com.

TOMMY JAMES AND THE SHONDELLS: Nov. 2, Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom, Tulalip.

360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

TROYE SIVAN: Nov. 7, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

‘A CHORUS LINE’: Nov. 9-11, 16-18, McIn-

tyre Hall, Mount Vernon.

360.416.7727, ext. 2, or mcintyrehall.org.

NICKI MINAJ AND FUTURE: Nov. 10, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

KIP MOORE: Nov. 10, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

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

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE: Nov. 12-13, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

TWENTY ONE PILOTS: November 16, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

RON WHITE: Nov. 17, Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom, Tulalip. 360716-6000 or ticketmaster. com.

EXCISION: Nov. 23, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA: Nov. 25, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS: Dec. 3, Paramount Theatre, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

MIKE STERN/DAVE WECKL BAND: Dec. 4-5, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

BOB SEGER & THE SILVER BULLET BAND: Feb. 9, 2019, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

SARAH BRIGHTMAN: March 16, 2019, Paramount Theater, Seattle.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

TOWER OF POWER: April 11-14, 2019, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

KENNY G: April 18-21, 2019, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, Seattle. 206-441-9729 or jazzalley.com.

ERIC CHURCH: June 28-29, 2019, Gorge Amphitheatre, George.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

‘Inside the Actors Studio’ is moving to Ovation TV; James Lipton will fade to a behind-the-scenes role

By MEG JAMES Los Angeles Times

Little about the show screamed success: No real action, just a bespectacled school dean conducting interviews, a sparse setting and students in the studio audience.

But “Inside the Actors Studio” bloomed into an unconventional hit for Bravo, while its host James Lipton, the former dean of the Actors Studio Drama School who created the show, became a celebrity among celebrities, the interviewer who could book pretty much everybody.

Now, after 24 years, more than 200 episodes and 20 Emmy nominations, Lipton, 92, is retiring and the show has found a new home on Ovation TV. On Monday, the independent Santa Monica channel dedicated to the arts announced a twoyear agreement with the Actors Studio, a 70-yearold group founded in New York by Elia Kazan as a workshop for artists to explore their craft.

“You know, it’s one of those things,” actress Ellen Burstyn, co-president of the Actors Studio, said in a phone interview with

The Times. “We started at Bravo when they were an arts network, and, over time, they have evolved into something else.

Ovation has become the arts network; it’s a more suitable home for us.”

The arrangement allows Ovation to produce and televise the next incarnation of the series. Beginning next year, it will at first feature a rotation of hosts; Ovation will also run up to 10 past episodes of the show each year, which should provide continued exposure for Lipton and his penetrating interviews.

“It’s very gratifying to

see the legacy of ‘Inside the Actors Studio’ being carried forward for a new generation to appreciate and enjoy,” Lipton said in a statement. “I made a vow early on that we would not deal in gossip — only in craft, and Ovation, as a network dedicated to the arts, will continue that tradition.”

Bravo, now popular for its “Real Housewives” franchise and “Watch What Happens: Live” With Andy Cohen, has all but abandoned its roots in cultural programming. It is also owned by NBCUniversal, and network executives provided input

on the actors featured on “Inside the Actors Studio.”

Lipton’s and Burstyn’s comments hinted at some friction over the format.

“We are very happy to be moving to Ovation,” Burstyn said. “And we are going to open (the show) up a little and focus not just on actors but also directors, screenwriters and other people who contribute to the overall artistry of film.”

Ovation executives pursued the show several years ago, but the Actors Studio was locked into its deal with Bravo, which is more widely distributed. Bravo, for its part,

suggested the parting was a logical extension of Lipton’s decision to retire.

“Inside the Actors Studio was Bravo’s first original series … and it will always be a part our family,” the network said in a statement. “We’ve had a legendary run with Jim and … now that there will be a new host, we felt it was time to close this chapter and pass the baton.”

Lipton came up with the concept for “Inside the Actors Studio” in 1994 when the Actors Studio was grappling with severe financial pressures and risked shutting down.

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MOVIES

NEW THIS WEEK

MINI-REVIEWS

Knightley illuminates a writer’s awakening in shrewd, witty ‘Colette’

By JUSTIN CHANG Los Angeles Times

The history of the arts, among other zones of human accomplishment, is full of mediocre men who have taken credit for the accomplishments of extraordinary women.

Sometimes, the man and the woman happen to be married to each other.

Here to prove the point — and also to complicate it, in unexpected and pleasurable ways — is “Colette,” a witty, spirited portrait of the great French writer and libertine during the early Belle Epoque years of her career.

The film recounts the tempestuous, convention-defying marriage of Colette (Keira Knightley, very good) and Henry Gauthier-Villars (Dominic West, ditto), better known by his nom de plume, Willy, a self-styled impresario of the publishing world who nurtured, exploited and ultimately betrayed his wife’s writing talent.

The British-born director Wash Westmoreland (“Still Alice”), who wrote the script with his late husband, Richard Glatzer, and Rebecca Lenkiewicz, treats this story as an emblematic one. The political resonance of Colette’s story transcends barriers of language, culture and milieu, which doesn’t entirely offset the awkwardness of hearing a distinctly French story performed in English.

Still, after watching Knightley and West match wits and tempers for the

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Dominic West and Keira Knightley star in “Colette.”

better part of two hours, sparring with a precision and vigor that recalls the great drawing-room comedies of yesteryear, it’s hard not to appreciate the obvious benefits of this compromise.

If “Colette” is a bit too Anglicized and airbrushed to conform to strict standards of movie realism (fin de siecle France is played, well enough, by Hungary), it also resists the visual extravagance typically assumed to be the prestige costume drama’s stock-intrade. The period trappings, which include Michael Carlin’s sleek production design and especially Andrea Flesch’s luscious costumes, supply their share of on-screen distractions, but they never feel indulgent or overpowering. Instead, they serve the story’s bracingly modern sensibility, its insistence on dramatizing the injustices of the past while confronting the patriarchies of the present.

This goal, for all its unimpeachable relevance, might have left “Colette” feeling smug and self-satisfied, an

exercise in shooting toxic male fish in a barrel. But there is nothing complacent or easy about the empowerment being offered up here.

Westmoreland means to celebrate Colette the literary titan and bisexual pioneer, and to dissolve your initial outrage at her mistreatment in a warm bath of feel-good satisfaction. But he also wants to paint a credible portrait of a genuinely complicated marital arrangement and to show how one woman’s genius could flourish even amid so much oppression and compromise.

It begins with Willy marrying the young Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette in 1893 and whisking her away from her Burgundy country-mouse parents (Robert Pugh and Fiona Shaw) to the salons and soirees of Paris.

At first, Colette, as she will eventually call herself, is put off by the gossipy social circles in which her husband moves and flirts, and even more so by his chronic gambling and philandering. But as a woman

of letters, she is fascinated

by Willy’s bustling literary fiefdom and soon finds her place in it, first as a proofer and then as one of his ghostwriters.

In little time, she produces a novel, “Claudine at School” (“Claudine a l’Ecole”), drawn from her own experiences as a 15-year-old schoolgirl.

Although Willy is disappointed that the book prioritizes psychological insight over narrative drive — hardly the last of his blatantly gendered assumptions — he publishes it, under his name, bien sûr.

With its intimate prose and descriptions of lesbian longing, “Claudine at School” becomes a scandal and a sensation, making a fortune that Willy will quickly squander and force Colette to recoup, many times over, by cranking out one bestseller after another.

Colette ends up writing four “Claudine” novels in all, a feat that the movie glosses over in a way that will probably amuse and infuriate writers in the audience. This is hardly the first author biopic in which you learn more about the subject’s penmanship than about the nuts and bolts of her artistic process. Drafting a story or a novel may not be the most cinematic activity, but given how skillfully Knightley deconstructed a character’s intellect in David Cronenberg’s “A Dangerous Method,” it’s a shame that “Colette” doesn’t require her to do much more in this department than hold a pen convincingly.

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Ratings are 1 to 4 stars. ”Love, Gilda” — This affectionate, well-crafted documentary was made with the cooperation of the Radner estate, giving the director access to a gold mine of Gilda Radner’s journals and home movies. I found myself wishing it was longer. Documentary, not rated, 86 minutes.

HHH½ ”Little Italy” — The son (Hayden Christensen) of a pizza maker falls for the daughter (Emma Roberts) of his rival. This is an extra-cheesy and terrible rom-com, but there IS a certain comfort-viewing pleasure to be had from watching the wonderful cast play out such time-honored rituals as the wisecracking best friends, the big fight and the final race to the airport. Romantic comedy, PG, 102 minutes. H½. ”Fahrenheit 11/9” — Giving voice to the underdogs when he’s not doing pointless pranks, Michael Moore blames politicians on both sides for our broken system in his newest fiery documentary. While he has plenty to say about Donald Trump, the most provocative and entertaining moments transpire when Moore points his cameras AWAY from the president. Documentary, R, 125 minutes. HHH “American Chaos” — As Donald Trump’s following grows on his way to the 2016 election, this documentary’s disbelieving director, James D. Stern, hits the road to listen to his supporters. Stern is admirably respectful and open to what they’re saying, even when their opinions are based on incredibly wobbly ground. Documentary, R, 90 minutes. HHH “The Predator” — The screenplay for this slick and gory but surprisingly unimaginative sequel to the alien franchise feels like it was dusted off from the late 1980s.

I can’t say this effort set off fireworks of anticipation for another sequel. Sci-fi action, R, 101 minutes. HH “A Simple Favor” — When a seemingly sophisticated mom (Blake Lively) goes missing, her nerdy friend (Anna Kendrick) turns amateur sleuth, and secrets emerge about both. The crazier things get in this wickedly amusing comedy/thriller, the more fun we have. Comedy thriller, R, 116 minutes. HHH½ “Slice” — Chance the Rapper, a likable presence, is part of an eclectic ensemble of talented actors in this oldschool, drive-in-style werewolf movie. The insanely zany storyline and energetic performances kept me entertained throughout. Horror comedy, R, 83 minutes. HHH “Peppermint” — In this stylishly directed but gratuitously nasty and cliche-riddled revenge movie, Jennifer Garner plays essentially two characters cut from the same person. At first she’s a smart, caring mother and wife. But after thugs kill her family and evade prosecution, she becomes a skilled assassin akin to her “Alias” role. Crime action, R, 102 minutes. HH “Next Gen” — In a futuristic animated Netflix feature, an experimental robot befriends a rebellious teenage girl who would prefer to be left alone. It’s a chore just to keep up with all the shifts in tone, and by the time “Next Gen” reaches the finish line, we’re more exhausted than exhilarated. Animated sci-fi, not rated, 105 minutes. HH½

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MOVIES

‘Hale County’ brings cinematic poetry to everyday life “Hale County This Morning, This Evening,” is a poetic documentary with a gift for making enrapturing imagery out of what sound like ordinary, everyday events.

Because these ordinary moments come from the everyday lives of African Americans in the deep South state of Alabama — a reality that movies rarely explore — the film’s accomplishments are even more noteworthy.

Very much a personal project for filmmaker RaMell Ross, whose credit line reads “directed, filmed, edited and written by,” “Hale County” was a success at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, winning a special jury prize for creative vision.

The film’s 79 minutes were painstakingly culled (Robb Moss, Joslyn Barnes and Maya Krinsky also receive editing credits) from over 1,300 hours of footage shot over a fiveyear period when Ross, an accomplished still photographer, moved to Alabama

to take a teaching position.

It wasn’t just anywhere in Alabama that the filmmaker had moved to.

Hale County, at one point largely white, was where photographer Walker Evans and writer James Agee went in the 1930s to do the work that became the legendary collaboration “Let Us Now Praise Famous Men.” By 2009, when Ross’ project begins, the racial demographics of the county had changed — so much so that almost the only white person on screen is Audrey Hepburn, in a photo from “Breakfast

at Tiffany’s” placed in a beauty salon.

But while thoughts of representation are very much on Ross’ mind (he even includes a clip from a recently restored 1913 film starring black actor Bert Williams performing in blackface) the goal here is not so much to prove a point as to show things as they are.

The focus of the film is nominally on two young men who became friends of Ross’ and whose paths are not the same.

Daniel Collins, a committed basketball player,

“Destination Wedding” — What a strange little movie this is, with Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder spending some 90 minutes yammering at each other and testing our patience.

They play two very attractive but not particularly interesting strangers who meet on the way to a wedding and bond over their mutual resentment of the groom.

Romantic comedy, R, 90 minutes. HH “Minding the Gap” — Director Bing Liu is one of three longtime friends in Rockford, Illinois, whose skateboarding feats and day-to-day lives over several years are chronicled in this gritty and raw documentary.

Time and again, we see how domestic abuse has been a common theme in all of their lives. Documentary, Unrated, 93 minutes. HHH½ “The Little Stranger” — As a doctor making frequent visits to a decrepit and seemingly haunted mansion in the English countryside, Domhnall Gleeson leads a tight ensemble also including Charlotte Rampling,

Ruth Wilson and Will Poulter.

Some of the developments don’t add up ... until they do. Quite nicely and quite eerily. Horror-Mystery, R, 111 minutes. HHH “Operation Finale” — In a tightly controlled performance, Ben Kingsley plays Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann, captured in Argentina by an Israeli intelligence agent (Oscar Isaac) and his team of Mossad operatives.

This is a well-made but formulaic, by-the-numbers drama. Drama, PG-13, 123 minutes. HH “The Wife” — As a famous author (Jonathan Pryce) accepts the Nobel Prize, his wife (Glenn Close) reassesses her longtime role as his assistant and chief parent to their children in a sharply written, character-driven, intense domestic drama. Both actors are transcendent. Drama, R, 100 minutes. HHH½ “Papillon” — Charlie Hunnam and Rami Malek star in a solid, straightforward, blood-sweatand-tears remake of the 1973 prison escape hit. It

is an impressively staged and appropriately rainsoaked, mud-splattered, bone-crunching tale, more violent and filled with rougher language than its predecessor, if not quite as powerful or moving. Drama, R, 133 minutes. HHH “Juliet, Naked” — Playing a mostly forgotten ‘90s singer-songwriter in this light and breezy pop music confection, Ethan Hawke slips ever so comfortably into the persona of a charming but sometimes infuriatingly irresponsible free spirit. A chain of events leads to his befriending Annie (Rose Byrne), the ex of his biggest fan (the very funny Chris O’Dowd). Comedy, R, 105 minutes. HHH “Mile 22” — An elite band of CIA paramilitary operatives led by black ops specialist James Silva (Mark Wahlberg) is charged with getting a human asset in Southeast Asia onto a plane to America. Though it crackles with energy and has some impressive albeit gratuitously bloody kill sequences, the big picture plot is a dud, up to and

including the preposterous final scenes. Action, R, 94 minutes. HH “Crazy Rich Asians” — When the scion of a rich Singapore family (Henry Golding) brings his American love (Constance Wu) to his homeland, his mother (Michelle Yeoh) is not impressed. Bursting with energy and romance and sight gags and soapy melodrama, “Crazy Rich Asians” is pure escapist fun that gives us characters to root for.

Romantic comedy, PG-13, 120 minutes. HHH½ “BlacKkKlansman” — Director-co-writer Spike Lee recounts the story of a 1970s police officer (John David Washington, in an immensely entertaining and powerful performance) who went undercover with the Ku Klux Klan, despite being black. Searing, electric and sometimes flat-out funny, it’s one of the best films of 2018.

Biographical comedy, R, 135 minutes. HHHH “Like Father” — Kristen Bell and Kelsey Grammer are wonderful playing off each other in a story that at times

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wants that sport to be his ticket out of small-town life. With that in mind, as well as wanting a school that he feels respects him, he heads off to nearby Selma University. Quincy Bryant, meanwhile, is staying home in Greensboro after having dropped out of high school to raise a family with Latrenda “Boosie” Ash, the mother of his young son Kyrie — but he is no less determined to make something of his life.

To a certain extent, “Hale County” alternates between these men’s lives,

showing random moments as well as milestones both happy and tragic. For Daniel, we see a lot of basketball. He glistens with sweat as he practices his jump shot over and over again and, in one compelling verite segment, hangs in the locker room with his teammates in the minutes before a game begins. Quincy’s moments, not surprisingly, are mostly family oriented and include endearing shots of son Kyrie running back and forth and back and forth in the family’s small apartment.

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feels like tidy wish fulfillment for any adult who was abandoned by a parent at an early age and finally has the opportunity to reconnect with the jerk. Funny when the moment calls for funny, authentic and believable when the moment calls for substantive drama.

Comedy-drama, unrated, 103 minutes. HHH “The Spy Who Dumped Me” — The spurned ex (Mila Kunis) of a secret CIA operative goes on the run with her best friend (Kate McKinnon), pursued by various agents and assassins. There’s so much noise and nonsense

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in this cheerfully violent action laffer that the two great comic actresses never get the full opportunity to establish chemistry. Action comedy, R, 113 minutes. HH “Christopher Robin” — In this live-action/CGI combo fairy tale, Winnie the Pooh has lost his friends and the grown-up Christopher Robin (Ewan McGregor) has lost sight of what’s important and might just lose his family, unless somehow, some way, they can help each other! It’s simple.

Sweet. Effective. Fantasy, PG, 104 minutes. HHH

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