The leaves have all turned a vibrant shade of red, yellow or orange, there is a crisp bite in the air and the sunny days of summer are giving way to increasing cloud cover. Fall is upon us and winter is fast approaching. Fortunately, we happen to live in one of the most beautiful and interesting places in the country, brightened by the people, activities and events that make our area great. If you’re looking for something fun or fascinating to fill your weekend, you have come to the right place. Browse this list of local highlights or refer to our community calendar for all the fun under the … clouds.
Things to do this weekend in Bellingham:
- Honor our Veterans with a special Veteran’s Day Dinner at Semiahmoo Resort. There will be a three course meal and auctions. MC Mark Wright from Seattle’s King 5 TV will be in attendance along with guest chefs Patrick Glennon and Roy Breiman. The proceeds from this event will benefit Growing Veterans.
- Experience teen angst in a whole new (and more visually appealing) way with Airings … The Voices of our Youth at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center.
- Let your laughter loose with PALS, an improvised sitcom currently playing at the Upfront Theatre. This production follows the vein of the hit television show “Friends” but this time you, the viewer, get to shape the outcome.
- Swing into Whole Foods Market to meet the FizzPOP Media team. The first 30 people get a free cup of delicious Whole Foods coffee and you can enter for a chance to win a Whole Foods Gift Bag and an Amazon Echo Dot! Plus you can pick up a few things while you’re there.
- Take a leisurely stroll through the Bellingham Farmers Market at Depot Market Square. Stock up on fresh, locally sourced produce and get to know your local farmers. You could even get ahead of the game by finishing your Christmas shopping early and supporting local artists and artisans at the same time.
- Get hands-on, indulge your creative side and learn a new skill with Introduction to Weaving or Sewing Bootcamp at Ragfinery.
- Sail the world with Lynne Givler and Keith Carpenter as they share their experience exploring from the Andes to Antarctica aboard the Quark Expedition’s Sea Spirit.
- Delve into the art of poetry and storytelling with the 6th Annual Poetry Cafe at Van Zandt Hall. This event features poets, musicians and storytellers, not to mention a delicious dessert potluck. Donations go toward the maintenance of Van Zandt Hall.
- Check out this new take on Dungeons & Dragons- Giggles & Goblins at the Upfront Theatre. This episodic improvised adaption allows audience members and dice rolls to determine the events and outcomes.
- Explore the past and enrich the present with Jim Glass and Rod Perry, master storytellers, at the WCLS Everson Library. You are guaranteed to be entertained and to learn something fascinating and new.
- Channel your inner beatnik with a Jazz Jam Session at the Underground Coffeehouse. Or, step into the spotlight and play right along.
No matter how you choose to spend the next few days, be sure to take a minute to sit back and simply appreciate the beauty and flavor of this wonderful place we are so lucky to call home.
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