Literature LIVE!

Saturday, June 24, 2pm at Village Books in LYNDEN

SKYE BURN

–Living High: An Unconventional Biography

Join us in the Lynden to hear the amazing story of Skye Burn’s grandparents —June & Farrar Burn. Their trust in life and courage to be unconventional offer inspiration and a compass for today’s world. First published in 1941, Living High has remained in print through decades. This new 7th edition includes previously unseen photographs and an expanded epilogue by Skye Burn. Can’t make this date? Skye Burn will speak at Village Books in Fairhaven on Friday, June 16 at 6pm.

Saturday, June 24, 4pm Local Author!

SAMANTHA FERRARO

–One-Pot Mediterranean : 70+ Simple Recipes for Healthy and Flavorful Weeknight Cooking

Grab your Dutch oven and dive into the most wholesome, flavor-packed recipes the Mediterranean has to offer. Whip up dishes that are packed with seasonal vegetables, tender meats and healthy grains, all slow-cooked in classic Mediterranean spices--and in just one pot! A bonus chapter of vibrant, crisp salads will complete your Mediterranean meal with that perfect pop of freshness. Samantha Ferraro is the author of The Weeknight Mediterranean Kitchen and founder of the food blog The Little Ferraro Kitchen. Her recipes have been featured in The Huffington Post, The Washington Pos t and others. Samantha lives in Bellingham, Washington.

Saturday, June 24

Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema Summer Series Kick Off!

The tradition continues! The Fairhaven Association is excited to invite you to spend your Saturday evenings on the Fairhaven Village Green this summer. Enjoy live entertainment and a great line-up of movies. Find a schedule and details on page 4.

Sunday, June 25, 4pm

CANDACE WELLMAN

–Man of Treacherous Charm :

Territorial Justice Edmund C. Fitzhugh

Appointed to Washington Territory’s District and Supreme Courts in 1857 despite being under indictment for murder and only marginally qualified for the position, Edmund C. Fitzhugh’s biography offers unique insights into the people, personalities, politics, and practices of the territory and the 19th century American West. Candace Wellman’s Peace Weavers won the 2018 WILLA literary award for scholarly nonfiction from Women Writing the West, and her book Interwoven Lives was a 2020 finalist. This is her third title with WSU Press. Note: She will also speak iat Village Books in Lynden on July 1 at 2pm. Keep turning for more events

Monday, June 26, 6pm

Open Mic with Seán Dwyer

Village Books invites everyone to enjoy local talents as they share their own stories, poems and essays. Published and unpublished writers are encouraged to attend and enjoy a welcoming audience. Our regular emcee and celebrated local author, Seán Dwyer, will host as he does every month. Pre-registration to read is required and spaces are limited so whether you plan to read in person or on Zoom, please email Seán at sean@seandwyerauthor.com to secure your spot!

July

Saturday, July 1, 2pm in LYNDEN

CANDACE WELLMAN

–Man of Treacherous Charm : Territorial Justice Edmund C. Fitzhugh

Appointed to Washington Territory’s District and Supreme Courts in 1857 despite being under indictment for murder and only marginally qualified for the position, Edmund C. Fitzhugh’s biography offers unique insights into the people, personalities, politics, and practices of the territory and the 19th century American West. Candace Wellman’s Peace Weavers won the 2018 WILLA literary award for scholarly nonfiction from Women Writing the West, and her Interwoven Lives was a 2020 finalist. This is her third title with WSU Press. Note: She will also speak iat Village Books n Fairhaven June 25, 4pm.

Tuesday, July 4 - Special Hours

Happy 4th of July

Have fun, be safe, and thanks for always celebrating your local Independents! Please note our altered hours for the day:

• FAIRHAVEN: OPEN 9am-5pm

• LYNDEN: Village Books and Paper Dreams will CLOSED for the day.

VB READS

Book Groups

Village Books hosts multiple book groups who read and discuss a variety of genres. See page 78 for to find a group that works for you! Watch villagebooks.com for meeting times and reading selections. All are welcome!

VB WRITES Writing Groups

Village Books is excited to host a variety of writing groups—each with a unique focus. Turn to page 27 for a full list and meeting times then see villagebooks.com for descriptions. Be sure to sign up for our Just Write! eNewsletter, a monthly publication highlighting current classes, tips and tricks, writing book reviews and the like!

Tuesday, July 11, 6pm

Chuckanut Sandstone

Writers Theater Open Mic

Chuckanut Sandstone Writers Theater

Chuckanut Sandstone Writers Theater

(CSWT) Open Mic is held at Village Books on the second Tuesday of the month from 6-8pm. Our CSWT emcee is Carla Shafer, who founded Bellingham’s first continuous Open Mic in Bellingham in 1991. Everyone is welcome to read their own original writings (poems, prose, essays, plays) for 1 to 7 minutes to an enthusiastic audience. Pre-registration to read is encouraged as spaces are limited so whether you plan to read in person or on Zoom, please email Carla Shafer at chuckanutsandstone@gmail.com to secure your spot!

Sunday, July 16, 4pm

CAROL MCMILLAN

–Scriptless: A Memoir

Scriptless recounts Carol McMillan’s journey of a sheltered suburban white girl who ventures out to try marijuana and dance to Janis Joplin during the Summer of Love in the Bay Area. Carol goes on an entomology camping expedition across Africa and has a spiritual epiphany about the Oneness of the Universe. As her childhood foundations are rocked, Carol is shocked to realize the depths of injustice of the world, the nefarious workings of her own government, and the extent of racism—even in her own liberal family. Carol McMillan is an award-winning writer whose work has been published in several anthologies and scientific journals. She is the author of White Water, Red Walls, a memoir in poems, paintings, and photos of her rafting trip through the Grand Canyon.

Monday, July 31, 2pm

Two Find Waldo Celebrations

In Fairhaven AND In Lynden

We're having parties at BOTH of our stores - in Fairhaven AND in Lynden! Join us at either Village Books in Lynden OR Fairhaven for a celebration to wrap up our Fairhaven “Find Waldo Local” program. We’ll play games, give out prizes to those who participated in the multistore search, eat treats, and find Waldo hiding in our store! Come in your red stripes and glasses, and ready to have a good time!

Monday, July 31, 6pm

Open Mic with Seán Dwyer

Village Books invites everyone to enjoy local talents as they share their own stories, poems and essays. Published and unpublished writers are encouraged to attend and enjoy a welcoming audience. Our regular emcee and celebrated local author, Seán Dwyer, will host as he does every month. Pre-registration to read is required and spaces are limited so whether you plan to read in person or on Zoom, please email Seán at sean@seandwyerauthor.com to secure your spot!

For additional event details, registration information, and to buy the books, see our

Events Calendar

at villagebooks.com