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Live Music @ Stones Throw ft. The Blokes Trio
2023-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Stones Throw Brewery, 1009 Larrabee Ave, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
The Blokes Trio (Warren Meier, Adrian Clarke, and Jon Myers) is back in our taproom December 13th 6-8pm! They play original Rock and Roll and soulful covers. Live music is FREE & family friendly @ Stones Throw Brewery!

Bar Cicotti Dinner & Curator Tour
2023-12-13 17:30 - 20:00 | Whatcom Museum, Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St, Bellingham, WA 98225, United States
Enjoy a prix fixe three-course Italian dinner at Bar Cicotti inside the Lightcatcher building. Chef Jonathan Cicotti creates recipes rooted in his Italian family’s traditions from Cento in Northern Italy.
After a tasty dinner, join Museum Curator of Art Amy Chaloupka in the Lightcatcher lobby to begin a tour of the exhibition Bellingham National: Acts of Healing and Repair.
Dinner and tours are limited to 16 people. Dinner is served from 5:30–6:50 p.m., followed by the tour from 7 – 8 p.m. Your ticket includes your meal, a glass of wine, tax, and gratuity. (Guests who wish to purchase additional alcohol with their meals may do so separately at the restaurant.)
Prices: $63 for members, $73 for non-members.
Can’t make this date? We’ve got two more planned in 2024: January 24 & February 21

Wino Wednesday
2023-12-13 15:00 - 23:30 | Corner Taphouse, 1125 Finnegan Way #103, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
Sip, savor, and save! 🍷✨ Join us for Wino Wednesday and enjoy unbeatable drink specials: $2 off every glass pour, a fantastic 25% off on all bottles, plus indulge in 1/2 off charcuterie when you snag a bottle! Cheers to midweek delights! 🥂 Every Wednesday!

JAM 30
2023-12-12 20:00 - 23:30 | Blue Room, 202 E Holly St, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
| PERFORM WITH A LIVE JAM BAND | FREE ENTRANCE!
Come jam with local musicians!🎙️ Whether you’re looking to perform in collaboration with other musicians or just vibe to the music, this jam is open to anyone and will begin at 8PM.

Life Drawing
2023-12-12 18:30 - 21:00 | Karate Church, 519 E Maple St, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
Uninstructed life drawing from the nude model – All levels welcome! – 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month.
Cost: $15 at the door, Cash/Card/Venmo
Grab a seat at 6:30 / Poses begin at 6:45. Short to long poses – Snacks & basic art materials provided.
These are uninstructed events for anyone who enjoys or is curious about drawing from a live model. First-timers always welcome! We provide a laid back yet professional environment so everyone can find their creative flow. Great tunes will be played, great models will be hired, and we’ll make some fantastic artwork together. The poses are timed, starting with shorter poses to warm up, gradually building up to longer poses, with plenty of breaks throughout.
Follow us on instagram @lifedrawingbellingham.

David Syre: Moments Unveiled
2023-12-12 11:00 - 16:00 | Cordata Gallery, 465 W. Stuart Rd, Bellingham, WA, WA 98226, United States
We are pleased to invite you to “Moments Unveiled”, a solo exhibition by local artist David Syre. In this exhibition, you will encounter a wide range of artworks that encapsulate David Syre’s artistic creation so far. From vibrant abstract compositions to intricate details, David Syre’s masterful use of color, texture, and symbolism takes you on an enchanting journey. Each piece tells a story, offering a glimpse into the artist’s creative “moments”. Join us celebrating the work of an artist whose journey through life is as inspiring as the moments he unveils on canvas.

Silent Book Club at Ponderosa Beer and Books
2023-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Ponderosa Beer and Books, 1225 Roeder Ave, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
Join us the second Monday evening of each month for a meeting of the Silent Book Club! Bring any book of your choice to read on your own from 6:00-7:00pm, and then socialize and chat about books with other readers from 7:00-8:00pm (or keep reading if you prefer).
This is the no pressure book club of your dreams!

GangBall
2023-12-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Bloedel Donovan Multi-Purpose Room, Bloedel Donovan Multi-Purpose Room 2214 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA, WA 98229, United States
An adaptive game that involves two teams, the object is to pass the “GangBall” to your teammates while advancing it to your endzone to score points. Open to all abilities – all bodies welcome! Sports chairs provided!
Ages : 12 and older
Cost : Free! Liability waiver must be signed at the door
Days/Dates : Mondays, September 11-December 11th (excluding 10/16, 11/20)
Call/text Jeff Bergman at (360) 303-2130 to RVSPwa

44th Annual Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts
2023-12-11 10:00 - 18:00 | 1331 Commercial Street, 1331 Commercial Street, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
Start this beautiful holiday season off with Allied Arts 44th Annual Holiday Festival of the Arts. Starring over 100 booths with local artisans and craftspeople presenting their holiday goodies; consisting of one-of-a-kind gifts, specialty food and treats, stunning jewelry, and paintings. It is the perfect way to kick off the holidays and great fun for everyone! From fragrant handcrafted soaps to homemade sweet treats, there will be something for everyone on Santa’s list.
Fill your weekends with live local music, artist demos, and workshops. Bring the kids in for free and enjoy fun, family art projects. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy! Do not miss out on this incredible opportunity to support our local artists and get all your holiday shopping done in one go! Escape the cold, spread some holiday cheer, and come check out the amazing things our local artisans and craftspeople have to offer! For more information, please visit www.alliedarts.org. unwa

NFL Football at Corner Taphouse
2023-12-11 | Corner Taphouse, 1125 Finnegan Way #103, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
Corner Taphouse is proud to offer Fairhaven a space to watch football this season!
Sundays we will open early at 9:30 am for Seahawk Kick off, as well as screening NFL redzone all day.
[Start times will vary due to game schedule.]

Fairhaven Winterfest 2023 - Week 1
2023-11-25 | Historic Fairhaven Village, 1106 Harris Ave, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
Winterfest Events:
*It’s Small Business Saturday – Pick up a Frequent Shopper Card!
*Winterfest Kick off Celebration & Silent Auction – 11am to 4pm (HUB – 1106 Harris Ave – Inside Finnegan’s Alley)
*Visit Santa & Free Carriage Rides – Noon to 3pm (Fairhaven Village Inn)
*Fairhaven Art Walk – 4pm to 7pm
*Entertainment & Tree Lighting – 4-5pm (Village Green)
For more details, check @ENJOYFAIRHAVEN on Facebook.was

Krampus Night Release Party
2023-11-24 18:00 - 22:00 | Chuckanut Bay Distillery, 1311 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
In honor of our annual release of Barrel-Aged Krampus Herbal Liqueur, we’re throwing a Krampus-themed party to end all parties. Space is limited! Tickets are $60 each and include:
• Unlimited delicious seasonal hors d’oeuvres prepared by our in-house chef. [See complete menu online.]
• An ice-cold shot of barrel-aged Krampus served directly from Krampus’s tongue via ice luge sculpture.
• An opportunity to mix and mingle with Krampus Seattle who promise to terrify and delight in equal measure – chat with them, pose for pictures, arrange a naughty child abduction…. the world is your oyster!
• Music, celebration, and dress-up!
Our resident DJ will be spinning holiday tracks all evening! In addition to the barrel aged Krampus shot, we’ll have a number of delicious Krampus-themed cocktails available for purchase. And don’t forget to dress up! Whether it’s your finest fancies, your ugliest holiday sweater, or something out of a tale from Dickens, we want to see it!

Bellingham Dockside Market
2023-11-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Squalicum Harbor, 722 Coho Way, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
Bellingham Dockside Market, a Port of Bellingham program, serves as the hub for local fishermen in and out of Squalicum Harbor to sell their catch and harvest directly to you! Markets are the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month.
Follow signs into Squalicum Harbor to Gate 5. Visit the dock early to ensure the best selection of seafood options, and head home with dinner – from the dock to your table!
Details of participating vendors and products will be posted 24 hours ahead of sale days. Check the most up-to-date product and sale information on the Bellingham Dockside Facebook page.

Travelogue: Ken Wilcox's, Trains, Planes, and Hiking Boots Across Italy, Croatia, & the Swiss Alps
2023-11-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Whatcom Museum – Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
Join Bellingham Parks & Recreation for a presentation with guest speakers Ken and Kris Wilcox in the Rotunda Room of Old City Hall. Ken and Kris Wilcox share their experiences as independent travelers exploring some of Europe’s best—mountains, coasts, and ancient towns from Cinque Terre, the Dolomites, and Venice to Rovinj, Dubrovnik, Murren, Zermatt, and more.Whatcom Museum – Old City Hall

Lummi Island Artists’ Studio Tour
2023-11-11 10:00 - 2023-11-12 17:00 | http://www.lummi-island.com/artists-studio-tour
Self guided tour of about 20 artists work at 15 locations around the island. Tour maps available at the Islander Store and at all Tour locations. Also on Facebook at Lummi Island Studio Tour.
[Ferry to the island leaves at least hourly. $14 fare for car and driver, $8 per passenger or pedestrian. Accompanied children 12 and under ride free.]

The Aunties: Women of the Salish Sea
2023-11-10 19:30 | Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N Commercial St,, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
The Aunties is a contemporary storytelling series featuring Native American matriarchs: women in tribal communities who are leaders, culture bearers, and those who foster the development of young people and community. Follow the journey of three Indigenous matriarchs as they share their wisdom, humor, challenges, and reasons for celebration.
Join MBT for an evening of stories that talk about what it means to be Indigenous today. Storytelling in Indigenous communities maintains connection to the past while also showing the present as a living artform. We pay tribute to our Aunties for all they do for our communities and as the custodians of stories. This evening is an installment in a documentary series meant to preserve our Aunties’ words for future generations as a lasting cultural resource.
The Aunties: Dian Million (Tanana Athabascan); Heather Jefferson; Rena Priest. Director: Kendra Mylnechuk Potteruniwas

Holiday Wine Walk
2023-11-10 17:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Bellingham, Downtown Bellingham, Bellingham, WA, WA 98225, United States
Get ready to sip, shop, and experience the magic – Holiday Wine Walk is back! Meander around 16 shops as they host pop-up tasting rooms showcasing an array of regional wines. As an attendee, you’ll receive tasting tickets to redeem for samples of the wines of your choice, and if you find a favorite, you can take a bottle (or two!) home by making a purchase right at the tasting location! Plus, kickstart your holiday shopping with fun offerings from each participating retailer.
Choose from two ticket options:
General Admission | $40 Includes -10 tasting tickets -A commemorative tasting cup -An event guide -A tote bag
VIP Experience | $60 Includes everything that comes with a general ticket, plus… -Access to a VIP-only reception hosted by Aslan Depot, featuring a complimentary glass a wine paired with charcuterie -Early check-in to skip the lines -3 additional tasting tickets for you or your friends
Join us in kicking off the holiday season by sipping and shopping local! 🍷🛍️✨w

Murder Mystery Weekend
2023-11-10 00:00 - 2023-11-12 00:00 | Semiahmoo Resort, Golf & Spa, 9565 Semiahmoo Pkwy, Bellingham, WA, WA 98230, United States
Join us November 10 – 12 for an unforgettable, interactive weekend of mystery and crime solving where you’ll be part of a homicide investigation!
Throughout the weekend, several murders will take place. A Homicide Detective starts an investigation, and everyone in the group becomes a suspect. Be prepared to defend yourself because sooner or later, you’ll be questioned too! There will be clues, twists, and turns, and a lot of action—all performed during meals (and with a bit of humor).
Put on your sleuth hat and submit your solution at the end of the weekend for a chance to win prizes!

Open Book: A Festival for Readers
2023-11-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Ferndale Events Center, 5715 Barrett Rd, Ferndale, WA, WA 98248, United States
A book lover’s dream day with books and book swag, authors, book talks, and weird and wonderful hands-on bookish experiences. Main stage presentations by author Thor Hanson, award-winning poet Rena Priest, Washington State Poet Laureate Arianne True, and author and illustrator Phoebe Wahl.
Don’t miss the Local Authors Stage, Teen & Youth Stage, and Village Books and Comics Place pop-up shops. Presented by Whatcom County Library System in partnership with Village Books and the Whatcom County Library Foundation.

The Museum of Peculiar Phenomena: An Interactive Haunted Lab Experience
2023-10-27 00:00 | WA
Join us on Friday October 27, 2023, for a spooky journey through the Museum of Peculiar Phenomena!

This isn’t your traditional Haunted House. Oh no! We’re trading the jump scares and the ghosts for interactive experiences, demonstrations, and games dreamed up by our very own Mad Scientist Dr. FranklinStein.
$5 per person ($3 with Museum admission) – Free for members

Thursdays at Gruff with Tenderpile's Smile Aisle
2023-10-26 00:00 | WA
Tenderpile’s Smile Aisle is a jazz trio out of Bellingham consisting of eight string guitar, keyboard, and drums. The concept of this project is to play music that is melodic and easy to listen to, while also being subtly complex and technical, in a configuration suited for the most intimate spaces. Focusing on the music of the Pat Metheny Group, Tenderpile’s Smile Aisle aims to showcase this selection of instrumental deep cuts as a key ingredient for a perfectly relaxed and social environment.

Lookout Sessions: Ocie Elliott
2023-10-25 00:00 | WA
Ocie Elliott is known for writing tunes that feel lived-in. You can hear their memories, experiences, and emotions in the dusty acoustic guitars, the sparse production, and the graceful harmonies between Jon Middleton and Sierra Lundy. Their life together plays out in the music as if projected on the big screen of an old small-town theater. Generating tens of millions of streams, earning a JUNO Award nomination, and inciting the applause of American Songwriter, CBC, PopMatters, Atwood Magazine, and Exclaim, their spirits shine like never before on their 2022 EP, What Remains (Nettwerk Music Group).

Trivia @ Flatstick Pub
2023-10-24 00:00 | WA
Sporcle Trivia every Tuesday @ Flatstick Pub! Trivia is free to play with games starting at 7:00 & 8:00. Prizes include $50, $25, $15 and a Free Pizza each round!

Boulderham | Vital 2023
2023-10-21 00:00 | WA
Boulderham is coming back to VITAL Bellingham!!⁠

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Come out and compete with us this October 21st! There is a category for everyone, plenty of prizes to go around, and a $2000 cash purse for the Open category winners!⁠
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Registration is now open in the gym and online! ⁠
Pre-registration member price: $50⁠
Pre-registration nonmember price: $60⁠
Day of registration price: $65⁠
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We will close the gym to do a full gym reset on Tuesday 10/17 at 9pm until doors open on 10/21 at 7:30am!

Hellingham: An Improvised Murder Mystery
2023-10-20 00:00 | WA
Welcome to the sleepy town of Hellingham, where everyone is as silly as they are suspect. Join us for our fan favorite IMPROVISED MURDER-MYSTERY all month in October! Our cast of improvisers take inspiration from the audience to create their character and then find out if they will WITNESS, KILL, or BE KILLED. Our most popular show of the year takes place every Friday and Saturday night at 7:30pm & 9:30pm in October, plus a special Halloween show October 31st at 7:30pm with costumes – don’t miss it!

Trivia with Aireekah
2023-10-19 00:00 | WA
A fun, prize filled night of Trivia. All ages. $2.00 buy in. El Capitan’s full menu available. Every other Thursday.

Teton Gravity Research: Bellingham Premiere of Legend Has It
2023-10-18 00:00 | WA
Get ready, Bellingham! Teton Gravity Research is rolling into town for the winter kick-off celebration of the year. On Wednesday, October 18th, join TGR at the Mount Baker Theater as they bring their 28th annual ski and snowboard film, Legend Has It, to the big screen. Come early for prize giveaways from partners like Atomic, Volkl, YETI, Sierra Nevada, Tincup Whiskey, and many more.

Doors at 6:30pm, film at 7:30pm

Western Wednesday
2023-10-18 00:00 | WA
Every Wednesday, come Downtown with your Western Student or Faculty ID to score deals and discounts all day long at 50+ businesses, you name it from coffee to cocktails and everything in between.

JAM:30
2023-10-17 00:00 | WA
PERFORM WITH A LIVE JAM BAND | FREE ENTRANCE! Come jam with local musicians!🎙️

Whether you’re looking to perform in collaboration with other musicians or just vibe to the music, this jam is open to anyone and will begin at 8PM. This event is all-ages with a restricted bar section for those 21+.

POUND : Rockout - Workout!
2023-10-17 00:00 | WA
Join Mind Body & Soul Fitness for this cardio jam session inspired by drumming. POUND is a full body work-out combining cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates inspired movements. We’ll supply RipStix, lightly weighted drumsticks that are made for exercising and yoga mats. This workout is easily modifiable and designed for all fitness levels. Let loose, tone up, gain energy, and rock out with POUND!

6 Punch-Pass $72 / 12 Punch Pass – $130
Mondays and Wednesdays : September 11 – October 18th (12 sessions)
