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Apr
24
Wed
Balancing Policy, Population, and Preservation @ Bellingham Yacht Club
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Apr 24 @ 11:45 am – 1:30 pm
Balancing Policy, Population, and Preservation @ Bellingham Yacht Club

Amidst shifting state legislation and pressing housing challenges, the Bellingham City Club presents “Balancing Policy, Population, and Preservation.” This vital program tackles the delicate balance between housing demands, community preservation, and regulatory compliance. With unprecedented mandates altering the city’s landscape, crucial questions arise about housing location, comprehensive planning, and neighborhood character preservation. Featuring distinguished speakers Blake Lyons, Garrett O’Brien, and Chris Behee, experts in urban planning, community development, and GIS, the event promises invaluable insights and actionable strategies. By fostering dialogue and collaboration among key stakeholders, the program underscores the City Club’s commitment to civic engagement. Join us on April 24, 2024, at the Bellingham Yacht Club, for lunch and an unmissable discussion on shaping Bellingham’s future. For event details and registration, visit www.bellinghamcityclub.org or contact info@bellinghamcityclub.org.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Business Networking Events Education Tags: #Housing #HOUSINGINBELLINGHAM
Boundary Bay Brewery Tour @ Boundary Bay Brewery
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Apr 24 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Boundary Bay Brewery Tour @ Boundary Bay Brewery

Join us for a special Bellingham Beer Week Brewery Tour at Boundary Bay!

We’ll be hosting a unique brewery tour experience including a beer & food pairing specifically created by our head chef to explore the three c’s of beer pairing – compliment, contrast & cut! The tour will take you into the heart of the brewery and guide you through our beer-making process while offering exclusive tastes of our award-winning beer along the way!

The tour starts at 5:30 pm on Wednesday, April 24th. Tours are 21+ only. Brewery tour tickets can be purchased online for $25 each and include the tour, tastings, beer & food pairing, and one pint at our historic Mountain Room Bar.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Food & Beverage
Apr
25
Thu
CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival @ Pickford Film Center
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Apr 25 all-day
CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival @ Pickford Film Center

The CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival is thrilled to announce its seventh annual event, celebrating exceptional films directed by women from around the world. The festival will take place in Bellingham, WA, from April 25-28, 2024, with an online festival following from May 2-11, 2024.

Since its inception in 2017, CASCADIA has presented the films of over 220 women directors, one of the few festivals in the U.S. dedicated to the goal of championing female filmmakers through community building and a shared love of the art. The festival spans all film genres, including narrative, live action, animation, documentary, and experimental films of all lengths.

The 2024 festival will feature films, including the U.S. premiere of “WaaPake” directed by Jules Koostachin, the Shirley Jo Finney Featured Filmmaker of the year, with the director in attendance. Other premiere screenings include “Last Dance,” directed by Delphine Lehericey, and “Preconceived,” directed by Sabrine Keane and Kate Dumke.

In addition to films from Iran, Brazil, Palestine, and many other countries, the lineup includes local representation. “Call of the Orcas” is the latest film from Olympic Peninsula-based director Jessica Plumb (“The Return of the River”). The short documentary explores the urgent effort to recover endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales of the Pacific Northwest, through the eyes of one of their human champions, researcher Ken Balcomb.

The festival will also host a Script Studio on Sunday, April 28, where four short film scripts by women writers will be read by actors and critiqued by a panel of film professionals. This workshop is free of charge and open to the public.

CASCADIA is committed to changing the landscape of the film industry by offering a venue and a support system for women to tell their stories through the medium of film. By showcasing quality work by women directors, CASCADIA provides an important forum for the work of women directors to be seen and their voices heard.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Non-Profit Fundraising Events Volunteering and Community Enrichment Women Focused Events Tags: #womeninfilm
Apr
26
Fri
CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival @ Pickford Film Center
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Apr 26 all-day
CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival @ Pickford Film Center

The CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival is thrilled to announce its seventh annual event, celebrating exceptional films directed by women from around the world. The festival will take place in Bellingham, WA, from April 25-28, 2024, with an online festival following from May 2-11, 2024.

Since its inception in 2017, CASCADIA has presented the films of over 220 women directors, one of the few festivals in the U.S. dedicated to the goal of championing female filmmakers through community building and a shared love of the art. The festival spans all film genres, including narrative, live action, animation, documentary, and experimental films of all lengths.

The 2024 festival will feature films, including the U.S. premiere of “WaaPake” directed by Jules Koostachin, the Shirley Jo Finney Featured Filmmaker of the year, with the director in attendance. Other premiere screenings include “Last Dance,” directed by Delphine Lehericey, and “Preconceived,” directed by Sabrine Keane and Kate Dumke.

In addition to films from Iran, Brazil, Palestine, and many other countries, the lineup includes local representation. “Call of the Orcas” is the latest film from Olympic Peninsula-based director Jessica Plumb (“The Return of the River”). The short documentary explores the urgent effort to recover endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales of the Pacific Northwest, through the eyes of one of their human champions, researcher Ken Balcomb.

The festival will also host a Script Studio on Sunday, April 28, where four short film scripts by women writers will be read by actors and critiqued by a panel of film professionals. This workshop is free of charge and open to the public.

CASCADIA is committed to changing the landscape of the film industry by offering a venue and a support system for women to tell their stories through the medium of film. By showcasing quality work by women directors, CASCADIA provides an important forum for the work of women directors to be seen and their voices heard.

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Apr
27
Sat
CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival @ Pickford Film Center
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Apr 27 all-day
CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival @ Pickford Film Center

The CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival is thrilled to announce its seventh annual event, celebrating exceptional films directed by women from around the world. The festival will take place in Bellingham, WA, from April 25-28, 2024, with an online festival following from May 2-11, 2024.

Since its inception in 2017, CASCADIA has presented the films of over 220 women directors, one of the few festivals in the U.S. dedicated to the goal of championing female filmmakers through community building and a shared love of the art. The festival spans all film genres, including narrative, live action, animation, documentary, and experimental films of all lengths.

The 2024 festival will feature films, including the U.S. premiere of “WaaPake” directed by Jules Koostachin, the Shirley Jo Finney Featured Filmmaker of the year, with the director in attendance. Other premiere screenings include “Last Dance,” directed by Delphine Lehericey, and “Preconceived,” directed by Sabrine Keane and Kate Dumke.

In addition to films from Iran, Brazil, Palestine, and many other countries, the lineup includes local representation. “Call of the Orcas” is the latest film from Olympic Peninsula-based director Jessica Plumb (“The Return of the River”). The short documentary explores the urgent effort to recover endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales of the Pacific Northwest, through the eyes of one of their human champions, researcher Ken Balcomb.

The festival will also host a Script Studio on Sunday, April 28, where four short film scripts by women writers will be read by actors and critiqued by a panel of film professionals. This workshop is free of charge and open to the public.

CASCADIA is committed to changing the landscape of the film industry by offering a venue and a support system for women to tell their stories through the medium of film. By showcasing quality work by women directors, CASCADIA provides an important forum for the work of women directors to be seen and their voices heard.

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Boating Center Benefit Dance @ Elks Lodge
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Apr 27 @ 7:00 pm
Boating Center Benefit Dance @ Elks Lodge

The Corinthian Yacht Club of Bellingham invites you to its annual benefit dance for the Community Boating Center.

This year’s dance will be held on Saturday, April 27 at the Elks Lodge, 710 Samish Way in Bellingham. The doors open at 6:30 and the classic-rock band, The Walrus, will take the stage at 8 pm.

All proceeds, including from a paddle auction, will go to the boating center in its final push to finish its new Wheelhouse in Fairhaven and provide boating access and education to our Whatcom County community.

Get ready for a fun-filled night! Light refreshments will be provided by volunteers from the Corinthian Yacht Club, and beer, wine, alcoholic beverages and water will be available for purchase.

Dance tickets are $25 in advance at CYCbellingham.org/dance or $30 at the door.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Music Concerts Non-Profit Fundraising Events Outdoor Recreation
Apr
28
Sun
CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival @ Pickford Film Center
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Apr 28 all-day
CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival @ Pickford Film Center

The CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival is thrilled to announce its seventh annual event, celebrating exceptional films directed by women from around the world. The festival will take place in Bellingham, WA, from April 25-28, 2024, with an online festival following from May 2-11, 2024.

Since its inception in 2017, CASCADIA has presented the films of over 220 women directors, one of the few festivals in the U.S. dedicated to the goal of championing female filmmakers through community building and a shared love of the art. The festival spans all film genres, including narrative, live action, animation, documentary, and experimental films of all lengths.

The 2024 festival will feature films, including the U.S. premiere of “WaaPake” directed by Jules Koostachin, the Shirley Jo Finney Featured Filmmaker of the year, with the director in attendance. Other premiere screenings include “Last Dance,” directed by Delphine Lehericey, and “Preconceived,” directed by Sabrine Keane and Kate Dumke.

In addition to films from Iran, Brazil, Palestine, and many other countries, the lineup includes local representation. “Call of the Orcas” is the latest film from Olympic Peninsula-based director Jessica Plumb (“The Return of the River”). The short documentary explores the urgent effort to recover endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales of the Pacific Northwest, through the eyes of one of their human champions, researcher Ken Balcomb.

The festival will also host a Script Studio on Sunday, April 28, where four short film scripts by women writers will be read by actors and critiqued by a panel of film professionals. This workshop is free of charge and open to the public.

CASCADIA is committed to changing the landscape of the film industry by offering a venue and a support system for women to tell their stories through the medium of film. By showcasing quality work by women directors, CASCADIA provides an important forum for the work of women directors to be seen and their voices heard.

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May
10
Fri
Spring Wine Walk @ Downtown Bellingham
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May 10 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Spring Wine Walk @ Downtown Bellingham

Meander around 19 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.

Treat yourself to a VIP ticket to enjoy a breezy early check-in and reception at Aslan Depot from 4:30-6:30pm where you will sip on a complimentary glass of exclusive VIP natural wine selections, snack, and mingle with your friends and other attendees. Tickets are on sale now for a night of sipping and shopping local! ????

All proceeds from this event support the Downtown Bellingham Partnership, a 501(c)3 non-profit.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Food & Beverage Non-Profit Fundraising Events Seasonal and Holiday Events
April – May 2024 Apr – May 2024