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Sep
29
Sun
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: ‘Moving Forward’ @ Mount Baker Theatre
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Sep 29 @ 3:00 pm
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: 'Moving Forward' @ Mount Baker Theatre

Join the orchestra and renowned guest violinist Philippe Quint as we kick off our 49th season with Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, a lush, romantic piece — and widely considered one of the best-known violin concertos.

Program (subject to change):

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35 (36’)
Jessie Montgomery | Banner (10’)
Igor Stravinsky | Suite from The Firebird 1919 (22’)

Dr. Haley Nutt’s engaging and informative Pre-Concert Lecture will take place at 2:15PM in the Walton Theatre. Doors open at 2PM and seating is limited, so please plan accordingly.

Tickets start at just $15. Check out our ticket discounts page for information on FREE Orchestra for All tickets.

More information: https://www.bellinghamsymphony.org/event/moving-forward

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Oct
13
Sun
Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County
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Oct 13 @ 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County

Sign up for one or multiple outings in October to forage for edible and medicinal mushrooms and learn about mushroom ecology and how to find target fungi.

There are 3 dates to choose from. Each course is from 12:00 to 4:30pm and take place in different locations.
To sign up for multiple dates you will need to purchase them individually in separate transactions:

Saturday October 5th
Sunday October 13th
Saturday October 26th
Locations will be in public forested areas around Whatcom County where foraging is legal without a permit. Precise details remain TBD as they are contingent on the fungi, but these trips will be no more than 1 hour outside of Bellingham. I will scout weekly to find the best locations and send you an email with location information 2-4 days before your event(s).

What to bring:

Dress for the weather
Snacks and water
Notepad and pen (optional)
Foraging basket
Hand lens (optional; I have some for sale (5/ea))
Registered individuals will receive location details, driving directions, weather forecast details and other info in an event-reminder email 2-4 days prior to the event. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive this email. Reach out if you do not find an email. There have been frequent issues with Gmail not delivering to Hotmail, Live, and MSN email addresses.

Email me with concerns or to get on a waitlist: nwnatura@gmail.com

Space is limited to 10 participants per course.

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Categories: Health & Wellness Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: edible mushrooms Foraging hiking pnw hiking
Oct
20
Sun
Ecosystem Awareness: Wildlife Tracking & Foraging w/ Northwest Natura & Mark Thompson @ Whatcom County
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Oct 20 @ 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Please join naturalist, Jazmen Yoder (Northwest Natura) and expert wildlife tracker, Mark Thompson for an immersive day of exploration focused on wildlife track and sign in a stunning landscape near the Nooksack River. This hands-on course is designed for nature enthusiasts, aspiring naturalists, and anyone curious about the “big picture” of our local ecosystems. We will look at tracks and signs left by local wildlife, identify the plants they’re foraging, and search for signs of wildlife-fungi foraging. We will also have the opportunity to hunt for edible mushrooms while we’re in the woods. This will be a fun course with tons of educational content!

Space is limited!

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Categories: Education Local History Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: animal tracking ecosystem Foraging hiking naturalist pnw ethnobotany
Nov
16
Sat
Fall Naturalist Series: Mycology & Outdoor Skills with Northwest Natura (DAY 3) @ Whatcom County
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Nov 16 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Fall Naturalist Series: Mycology & Outdoor Skills with Northwest Natura (DAY 3) @ Whatcom County

This series is designed for individuals interested in having fun outdoors learning about PNW mushroom ecology, tree identification, and outdoor skills such as fire-making and foraging.

Each class will incorporate hands-on activities.

Expect some gentle to moderate hiking, and some kneeling or squatting.

Each class will build on the previous one. For more details, keep reading!

Day 3: Mossy Woodlands

Search for the last of the autumnal mushrooms. Test your knowledge with a fun recap of what this series covered.

Winter plant ID
Mushroom foraging (Looking for Winter Chanterelles)
Fire, knife, and ax skills
Stealth game
Recap what we’ve learned in this series

Please register via the website.
Registered individuals will receive details in an event-reminder emails a few days prior to each event with information on location, weather, what to bring, and more.

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Categories: Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: ethnobotany fire craft Foraging hiking pnw ecology pnw hiking
Nov
24
Sun
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: ‘Americana’ @ Mount Baker Theatre
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Nov 24 @ 3:00 pm
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: 'Americana' @ Mount Baker Theatre

From an iconic Western film score by John Williams to a mandolin concerto, this is one that will make you want to move!

Program (subject to change):

John Williams | Cowboys Overture (10′)
Jeff Midkiff | Mandolin Concerto “From the Blue Ridge” (20’)
Aaron Copland | Appalachian Spring (25’)
Alberto Ginastera | Four Dances From Estancia (14′)?

Praise for composer and mandolin soloist Jeff Midkiff’s From the Blue Ridge: “…toe-tapping…spiritual…colorfully scored…fun…” – Michael Butterman, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra

Dr. McKenna Milici’s engaging and informative Pre-Concert Lecture will take place at 2:15PM in the Walton Theatre. Doors open at 2PM and seating is limited, so please plan accordingly.

More information: https://www.bellinghamsymphony.org/event/americana

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Dec
15
Sun
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: ‘Holiday Magic!’ @ Mount Baker Theatre
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Dec 15 @ 3:00 pm
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: 'Holiday Magic!' @ Mount Baker Theatre

Join the symphony, Richard Hodges, and Ibidunni Ojikutu for our 9th annual Holiday Magic, featuring a reading of ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas with live music from the orchestra as well as festive classics and a fun, family sing-a-long.

Program (subject to change):
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas & other holiday favorites!
Scott Henderson | The Feast of Stephen

More information: https://www.bellinghamsymphony.org/event/holiday-magic-24

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Categories: Arts and Entertainment Music Concerts Seasonal and Holiday Events Tags: #musicperformance livemusic Music Orchestra symphony
Jan
26
Sun
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: ‘Rising Up’ @ Mount Baker Theatre
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Jan 26 @ 3:00 pm
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: 'Rising Up' @ Mount Baker Theatre

Guest Conductor David A. Rahbee leads our first concert of the new year, exploring the relationship between Haydn and Ravel.

Program (subject to change):

Franz Joseph Haydn | Il Mondo Della Luna “The World on the Moon” (4’)
Chevalier de Saint-Georges | Violin Concerto in A major, Op. 5, No. 2 (23’)
Maurice Ravel | Menuet sur le nom d’Haydn (3′)
Franz Joseph Haydn | Symphony No. 104 “London” (29’)

Dr. McKenna Milici’s engaging and informative Pre-Concert Lecture will take place at 2:15PM in the Walton Theatre. Doors open at 2PM and seating is limited, so please plan accordingly.

More information: https://www.bellinghamsymphony.org/event/rising-up

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Mar
23
Sun
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: ‘Making Waves’ @ Mount Baker Theatre
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Mar 23 @ 3:00 pm
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: 'Making Waves' @ Mount Baker Theatre

Inspired by nature, this program features Mozart and a piece with bird song in the first half and the ocean in the second half, complete with John Williams’ infamous theme from Jaws!

Program (subject to change):

Einojuhani Rautavaara | Cantus Arcticus, Concerto for Birds and Orchestra (36’)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Piano Concerto No. 23 A major K. 488 (26’)
John Williams | Theme From “Jaws” (3’)
Claude Debussy | La Mer (24′)

Dr. Felicia K. Youngblood’s engaging and informative Pre-Concert Lecture will take place at 2:15PM in the Walton Theatre. Doors open at 2PM and seating is limited, so please plan accordingly.

More information: https://www.bellinghamsymphony.org/event/making-waves

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Jun
8
Sun
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: ‘Titans!’ @ Mount Baker Theatre
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Jun 8 @ 3:00 pm
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: 'Titans!' @ Mount Baker Theatre

We wrap up another unforgettable season of live music with a program featuring Beethoven and Mahler. The title “Titans!” says it all. Celebrate our season finale and get a sneak peek at the programming for our 50th season!

Program (subject to change):

Ludwig van Beethoven | Concerto for Violin, Cello, and Piano in C major, Op. 56 (36’)
Gustav Mahler | Symphony No. 1 in D major (50’)

Dr. Haley Nutt’s engaging and informative Pre-Concert Lecture will take place at 2:15PM in the Walton Theatre. Doors open at 2PM and seating is limited, so please plan accordingly.

More information: https://www.bellinghamsymphony.org/event/titans

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September 2024 – June 2025 Sep 2024 – Jun 2025