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Sep
20
Sat
Bellingham Traverse @ Boundary Bay Brewery
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Sep 20 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Bellingham Traverse @ Boundary Bay Brewery | Bellingham | Washington | United States

The Grand Finale of the Northwest Traverse Series, Bellingham Traverse is a multi-sport event celebrating the life cycle of wild salmon and the natural and urban challenges of their journey. Solo, tandem and relay teams challenge themselves and one another on a rugged course that highlights the City of Bellingham’s Parks, Greenways System, bike-friendly roads, and open water opportunities for recreation.

The Traverse Course includes a 5.5 mi. Greenways Run, 6 mi. Mountain Bike, 18 mi. Road Bike, 3.4 mi. Trail Run, 3.6 mi. Paddle, 0.65 mi. Team TREK to the finish at Boundary Bay Brewery

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Categories: Family Events Non-Profit Fundraising Events Outdoor Recreation Sports Tags: Boundary Bay Brewery mountain bike paddle road bike run team trek trail run
Sep
17
Sat
Bellingham Traverse @ Boundary Bay Brewery
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Sep 17 @ 12:00 pm
Bellingham Traverse @ Boundary Bay Brewery | Bellingham | Washington | United States

Get Hooked on the 15th Annual Vital Choice Bellingham Traverse, a fun relay race that celebrates the journey of wild salmon. Families, friends and local companies form Chinook (solo), Coho (tandem) and CHUM (relay teams) to run, bike and paddle through Bellingham’s scenic parks, winding trails and open waterways.

Have fun with your friends and compete with the best–everyone is welcome to participate in this beloved community event. Celebrate your accomplishment with a pint of Traverse Ale at the Boundary Bay Brewery Finish Line! The Traverse supports the Stewardship Programs of Recreation Northwest and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association.

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Categories: Family Events Health & Wellness Non-Profit Fundraising Events Sports Tags: beer Boundary Bay Brewery Fairhaven Park Trail family fun fundraising kayak mountain bike paddle road bike run sup trail run trek
Apr
15
Sat
Deception Pass Marathon and 1/2 Trail Run @ Deception Pass State Park
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Apr 15 @ 7:30 am
Deception Pass Marathon and 1/2 Trail Run @ Deception Pass State Park | Oak Harbor | Washington | United States

The Deception Pass Half Marathon & Full Marathon explores the coastal trails around the famous Deception Pass Bridge on the North end of Whidbey Island. Enjoy stunning water views while running through deep green forests, rocky coastline, and some of the sweetest PNW single track! We will have a post race BBQ and brews and awards. Free Kids Race

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Categories: Health & Wellness Sports Tags: 1/2 Marathon Half Marathon kids race marathon run Running trail run
Oct
7
Sat
Reverse Pattern Making workshop @ Ragfinery
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Oct 7 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Learn how to copy a garment without taking it apart! Making clothing typically begins with a pattern and ends with a garment. In this class we’ll reverse the process: starting with a piece of clothing you bring, you’ll draft a permanent pattern and start sewing your new version. You’ll also learn about fabric, grain and drape, tailoring to your body, and essential pattern making tools and terms.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: clothes clothing crafting do-it-yourself nonprofit sewing
Oct
14
Sat
Needle Felted Sweater Purse @ Ragfinery
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Oct 14 @ 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Come learn how to upcycle a sweater into a beautiful purse or tote. Cashmere, merino wool and lambswool sweaters make for fashionable autumn or winter accessories. Needle felting adds a touch of wool embroidery that makes for a one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art. Materials available for purchase at Ragfinery. Shop well in advance for best selection. Register in store or online.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Arts and Entertainment Women Focused Events Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: accessories cozy crafting eco environment fall fashion purse sewing sustainable sweater upcycle
Aug
4
Sat
Art in the Alley: Outdoor Concert and Studio Showcase @ Jansen Art Center
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Aug 4 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Art in the Alley: Outdoor Concert and Studio Showcase @ Jansen Art Center | Lynden | Washington | United States

You’re invited to the Jansen Art Center’s annual block party and benefit concert – Art in the Alley! The J will have live music, food trucks, a beer & wine garden, art activities, demonstrations, raffle and more. It all takes place behind the Jansen Art Center in Judson Alley in Lynden, Washington. This is a fun, outdoor dance party in celebration of the arts in our community.

Art in the Alley features a performance by the eight-piece Seattle band, The Chancellors. Fronted by the fabulous Shaina Shepperd, armed with horns and a tight rhythm section, The Chancellors perform a wide selection of Funk, R&B, Motown, Soul and Pop, putting on an energetic performance that is fun for everyone.

Celebrating the J’s six-year anniversary in Lynden, the event features activities and demonstrations from all of their art studios. “The Ceramics Studio will be selling work made from artists in our studio and have the pottery wheel on hand for demonstrations,” said Vin Quenneville, Executive Director. “Each studio will have something fun for guests to observe or participate in, showcasing our continued work in providing arts education and opportunities for artists in the community.”

Judith Gauthier, who oversees the Jewelry Studio at the J tells us that several jewelry artists will be on hand demonstrating soldering and metal texture techniques. They plan to have an interactive display allowing visitors to try their hand at some of the techniques students learn in the workshops offered at the J.

The Textiles Studio will offer spinning and weaving demonstrations and have information about the upcoming Fibers & Beyond Conference and Sale and there will be representation from the painting, dance and music studios as well. Quenneville is excited about the addition of the studio showcase at this year’s event and says each studio is planning something special to highlight their artists and programs.

Delicious food will be available through Hot Diggity Dog, Tacos El Tule and The Sugar Shack ice cream truck throughout the event. The J’s own Firehall Cafe will be offering Kulshan beer and local wines in the beer garden again this year.

Tickets for the event are $25 and benefit the Jansen Art Center. “Art in the Alley is our summer fundraiser,” says Quenneville. “The J is able to operate because of the support of our community. This event gives everyone a fun way to support the arts.” The event will also include a raffle and membership booth.

Tickets are available at the Jansen Art Center’s Gallery Shop or online at https://www.jansenartcenter.org/events/art-in-the-alley/.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Festivals, Expos & Parades Food & Beverage Music Concerts Non-Profit Fundraising Events Tags: #raffles Art art demonstration Artists dance food trucks hot dogs ice cream jansen art center live music live music in lynden Music outdoor music raffle tacos the chancellors
Dec
20
Thu
Bellingham Date & Dash @ Honey Moon Alley Bar & Ciderhouse
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Dec 20 @ 6:30 pm – 9:45 pm
Bellingham Date & Dash @ Honey Moon Alley Bar & Ciderhouse

Bellingham Date & Dash is a speed dating event for 35-50years old (suggested age)
Come meet real people, real conversations and real connections!

You get a minimum 8 Dates-5 minutes each, 1 drink token and appetizers!

Be brave, be bold and show up, we will do the rest introducing you to singles.

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Food & Beverage Tags: #bellinghamwa #datedashbham #goodtimes #newyearnewyou #pnwsingles #real #single #skagitvalley #truelife
Jan
15
Tue
1st Annual Expand the Response Conference @ Little Creek Casino Resort
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Jan 15 @ 10:00 am
1st Annual Expand the Response Conference @ Little Creek Casino Resort | Shelton | Washington | United States

Victim Support Services is proud to present the first Annual Expand the Response Conference on January 15-17, 2019 at the Little Creek Casino Resort in Shelton, WA. Come network with and learn from professionals at the top of their fields. Connecting criminal justice, law enforcement, advocacy, social service and mental health professionals who respond to general crime victims. Topics include: mass violence response, identity theft and fraud prevention, working with families of homicide, stalking from a victim’s perspective, active shooter response in schools and working with foreign national victims of trafficking. Join us in learning how to more effectively assist crime victims.
Our featured presenter is Captain Christoper Vanghele of the Newtown Police Department who will address Mass Violence Preparation and Response.

Early bird registration price of $245 ends August 31. Standard Registration fee of $299 begins September 1, 2018. To register, go to
http://victimsupportservices.org/events/expand-the-response/ or call Julie Thomas at 425-252-6081.

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Categories: Business Networking Events Education Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: Active Shooter Response in Schools Captain Christoper Vanghele Newtown Police Department conference Criminal Justice Elder Abuse and Neglect Emotional Trauma Healing Victims Identity Theft Law Enforcement Mass Violence Response Mental Health networking Social Service Stalking From the Perspective of a Victim Victim Advocates Working with Families of Homicide Working with Foreign National Victims of Trafficking
May
18
Sat
Jr. Ski to Sea Race @ Squalicum Creek Park
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May 18 @ 8:00 am
Jr. Ski to Sea Race @ Squalicum Creek Park

The Junior Ski to Sea Race and Parade presented by Haggen Northwest Fresh is an annual relay race organized and hosted by the Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce. It is for participants who are in 3rd grade or older.

The 2019 Junior Ski to Sea Race will be held on Saturday, May 18th at Squalicum Creek Park in Bellingham.

Each year, six-member teams register to participate in a five-leg race consisting of running, Hula Hoop partner race, biking, soccer and an obstacle course.

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Categories: Kids Tags: JrSkitoSea kids race
Nov
10
Sun
Bayshore Symphony Fall Concert @ Central Lutheran Church
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Nov 10 @ 3:00 pm
Bayshore Symphony Fall Concert @ Central Lutheran Church

The Bayshore Symphony begins our 16th season on Saturday, November 9, at 7:30pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 415 S. 18th St. in Mount Vernon, and on Sunday, November 10, at 3:00pm at Central Lutheran Church, 925 N. Forest St. in Bellingham. Artistic director Chip Bergeron conducts Brahms’s Academic Festival Overture as well as Two English Idylls by George Butterworth, Francesco Geminiani’s Concerto Grosso “La Follia”, and Copland’s Fanfare for the Common Man. Our program will conclude with Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. $15 suggested donation at the door. Free for children 12 and under. More info at bayshoresymphony.com, and facebook.com/bayshoresymphony.

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Categories: Music Concerts Tags: classical music concert Orchestra Performing Arts symphony
Dec
8
Sun
Holiday Magic! @ Mount Baker Theatre
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Dec 8 @ 3:00 pm
Holiday Magic! @ Mount Baker Theatre

Bring the whole family to our 4th annual Holiday Magic concert!

Join the symphony for a screening of the 1982 short film The Snowman, featuring live music from the orchestra and local children’s choirs from Geneva Elementary, Lowell Elementary, and Northern Heights Elementary.

Enjoy festive classics, like Sleigh Ride and Silent Night, and join in for a fun family sing-along with the children’s choirs. As always, don’t forget the hot cocoa for the kiddos at intermission!
This concert has sold out quickly in the past, so be sure to get your tickets early!

This concert qualifies for Classical Kids, Take-A-Teen, and Student Rush ticket discounts. Visit https://www.bellinghamsymphony.org/visit-us/ticket-discounts to learn more.

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Categories: Kids Music Concerts Seasonal and Holiday Events Tags: holiday holiday music Music symphony
Mar
24
Tue
DIY Macrame with Botanikal @ Thousand Acre Cider House
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Mar 24 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
DIY Macrame with Botanikal @ Thousand Acre Cider House

Colleen from Botanikal – famous here at Thousand Acre for her sold-out wreath and terrarium making classes – is back again with another great DIY class. There’s nothing like a handmade wall hanging to really TIE the room together, if you know what we mean! With step-by-step instructions from the expert herself and a flight of cider included in your ticket price to really spark the creativity, this is bound to be a great night! Sign up early to secure your spot!

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Categories: Adult Focused Events Food & Beverage Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: cider community crafting
Aug
7
Sat
Handmade Spoon Carving Workshop @ Bell Creek Nature School
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Aug 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
Handmade Spoon Carving Workshop @ Bell Creek Nature School

In this introductory carving class, led by Ryan Johnson and hosted by Bell Creek Nature School, learn to make beautiful handmade wooden spoons from wood using a knife, axe, saw, and gouge. We’ll discuss which tree species we recommend using and why, where to find them, and how to harvest them sustainably. Then, we will section the logs into billets so we can begin carving. Each step of the process, you’ll follow along with the instructor to make your own spoon to take home. You’ll also get to meet other carvers in the community and socialize while we carve. You might even get to hear a good story or two! Tools and materials will be provided. If you have tools or woods of your own you would like to use, you are welcome to bring those along too! Please bring water and any snacks you may want during the class.

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Categories: Education Home & Garden Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: #outdoor crafting wild crafting
Sep
25
Sat
Soaring Notes @ Mount Baker Theatre
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Sep 25 @ 7:30 pm
Soaring Notes @ Mount Baker Theatre

Chevalier de Saint-Georges | Symphony No. 2
Ralph Vaughan Williams |The Lark Ascending
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Symphony No. 29

We celebrate the opening of our 46th season welcoming our new Concertmaster, Dawn Posey!

Selected after a national search, Ms. Posey solos on “The Lark Ascending,” introduced by Shu-Ling Zhao, co-founder of the Sylvia Center for the Arts, and a community organizer and social justice advocate. This work is accompanied by a delightful, evocative visual presentation by our graphic designer, Audrey Negro, as well as members of our orchestra.

The afternoon also includes a work by a true polymath: a man who mastered everything he set his hands to, from fencing to opera, violinist to composer. Chevalier de Saint-Georges’ Symphony No. 2 is a testament to his prodigious skills and a delight to hear.

We close with Mozart’s Symphony No. 29, written by the 18-year-old Mozart after a trip to Vienna with his father, where he was exposed to the latest music of his friend and idol, Joseph Haydn, which many believe influenced the finale of this harmonically rich work.

These are reduced-capacity concerts with seating sold only in pairs.

For BSO events, all patrons must provide proof of vaccination for entry. A negative COVID test result will not be accepted as a substitute. Due to vaccination requirement, children under 12 cannot attend.

All programs are subject to change; please see the Bellingham Symphony website for detailed information.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Music Concerts Tags: bologne boulogne bso classical dawnposey desaint-georges mozart Orchestra poetry shu-lingzhao symphony symphonyno2 symphonyno29 thelarkascending violin
Sep
26
Sun
Soaring Notes @ Mount Baker Theatre
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Sep 26 @ 3:00 pm
Soaring Notes @ Mount Baker Theatre

Chevalier de Saint-Georges | Symphony No. 2
Ralph Vaughan Williams |The Lark Ascending
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Symphony No. 29

We celebrate the opening of our 46th season welcoming our new Concertmaster, Dawn Posey!

Selected after a national search, Ms. Posey solos on “The Lark Ascending,” introduced by Shu-Ling Zhao, co-founder of the Sylvia Center for the Arts, and a community organizer and social justice advocate. This work is accompanied by a delightful, evocative visual presentation by our graphic designer, Audrey Negro, as well as members of our orchestra.

The afternoon also includes a work by a true polymath: a man who mastered everything he set his hands to, from fencing to opera, violinist to composer. Chevalier de Saint-Georges’ Symphony No. 2 is a testament to his prodigious skills and a delight to hear.

We close with Mozart’s Symphony No. 29, written by the 18-year-old Mozart after a trip to Vienna with his father, where he was exposed to the latest music of his friend and idol, Joseph Haydn, which many believe influenced the finale of this harmonically rich work.

These are reduced-capacity concerts with seating sold only in pairs.

For BSO events, all patrons must provide proof of vaccination for entry. A negative COVID test result will not be accepted as a substitute. Due to vaccination requirement, children under 12 cannot attend.

All programs are subject to change; please see the Bellingham Symphony website for detailed information.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Music Concerts Tags: bologne boulogne bso classical dawnposey desaint-georges mozart Orchestra poetry shu-lingzhao symphony symphonyno2 symphonyno29 thelarkascending violin
Mar
12
Sun
Bayshore Symphony Winter Concert – Bellingham @ Central Lutheran Church
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Mar 12 @ 3:00 pm
Bayshore Symphony Winter Concert - Bellingham @ Central Lutheran Church

The Bayshore Symphony continues with our Season 18 winter concerts in Mount Vernon and Bellingham. Trevor Lutzenhizer conducts Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture, Slavonic Dances 1-4 by Dvo?ák, and Symphony No. 2 by Sibelius. Saturday, March 11 at 7:30pm at Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church, 815 S 18th St, Mount Vernon, and Sunday, March 12 at 3:00pm at Central Lutheran Church, 925 N Forest St, Bellingham. $15 suggested donation.

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Family Events Music Concerts Tags: #bayshoresymphony #musicperformance concert Music Orchestra symphony
Nov
19
Sun
Bayshore Symphony Fall Concert @ Central Lutheran Church
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Nov 19 all-day
Bayshore Symphony Fall Concert @ Central Lutheran Church

The Bayshore Symphony begins Season 19 featuring music with a love theme. Fall in love with this music as Trevor Lutzenhiser conducts Tchaikovsky’s famous Romeo & Juliet Overture and Elgar’s touching Salut d’amour. We’ll conclude with two suites from George Bizet’s passionate and dramatic opera Carmen. Concert on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 7:30pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 415 S. 18th St. in Mount Vernon and Sunday, Nov. 19 at 3:00pm at Central Lutheran Church, 925 N. Forest St. in Bellingham. See you there!

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Mar
3
Sun
Bayshore Symphony Winter Concert – Bellingham @ Central Lutheran Church
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Mar 3 @ 3:00 pm
Bayshore Symphony Winter Concert - Bellingham @ Central Lutheran Church

The Bayshore Symphony’s winter concerts are fast approaching. We’re featuring three local artists at our concerts: Nirvana Guernsey and Alishia Joubert performing Mozart’s Flute & Harp Concerto as well as pianist Alex Amick playing Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto #1. Come and show them your support! We’re also playing two delightful Intermezzos by Kalinnikov. Trevor Lutzenhiser conducting.

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