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May
18
Sun
Spring Naturalist Series (Day 2): Plants of the Pacific Northwest with Northwest Natura @ Deception Pass State Park or Anacortes Community Forest
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May 18 @ 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Spring Naturalist Series (Day 2): Plants of the Pacific Northwest with Northwest Natura @ Deception Pass State Park or Anacortes Community Forest

This two-part series is designed for adults (16+) at any skill level that are interested in having fun outdoors learning more about flora, fauna, and natural history of the Pacific Northwest. We will meet two times during the month of May in Skagit County parks, focusing on universal botany wisdom, and ethnobotany of the PNW.

Each class will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the ecosystem, learn names of plants, lichens, mushrooms, and engage in hands-on learning to deepen your awareness of the natural world.

Overall, we will be moving at a slow pace during each outing as we focus on our surroundings, have mini lectures, or engage in activities.

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

Day 2: Ethnobotany of the Pacific Northwest Coast
This course will begin with a lecture-style intro to prehistory of the Pacific Northwest coupled with a robust acknowledgement of the peoples who have lived on and tended to the land for time immemorial.

Amble along the trail with breath-taking flora and coastal views and learn about traditional uses of plants, Indigenous agricultural practices, kin-centric ecological connections between plants and people, and so much more in this immersive walkabout focused on ethnobotany of the PNW Coast.

You can also expect:
-Foraging tips on edible species
-Wildlife and Bird sightings
-Relaxed community atmosphere
-Leisurely hiking in a beautiful park setting (expect some elevation gain but note that we will be pausing on the trail frequently)

Please register via the event website.

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Categories: Education Home & Garden Local History Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: ethnobotany Foraging pnw hiking wildlife
May
24
Sat
Memorial Weekend Block Party @ Stones Throw Brewery
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May 24 @ 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Memorial Weekend Block Party @ Stones Throw Brewery

We invite the whole community to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend 2025 with a Stones Throw Block Party on Saturday, May 24th! As part of Fairhaven’s beloved Ski to Sea festivities, we’re turning the street into a lively, all-ages outdoor beer garden from 12–9pm, packed with live music, delicious local food, and of course, ice-cold craft beer.
Live Music Lineup:
12–2:30pm: Adrian Clark & Phil Sottile
3–5:30pm: Bridge
6–9pm: Pat McFarland Band
Food Trucks On Site All Day:
Galley2Go
Street Dogz
Dougs Burgers
?We’ll be pouring 10 of our fan-favorite Stones Throw brews, plus a guest tap from Bellingham Cider – perfect for sipping in the sun with friends, family, and your four-legged pals!
?The celebration keeps going on Sunday, May 25th, with an extended beer garden from 12–9pm, stop by before or after catching the Ski to Sea race at Marine Park!
Let’s kick off summer the Fairhaven way, see you at the block party!

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Tags: #1970s #Beer&Music #beerfestival #communityfundraiser beer farm to table festival free live music Fundraiser Music
May
26
Mon
Good Neighbor Night at Stones Throw Brewery @ Stones Throw Brewery
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May 26 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Good Neighbor Night at Stones Throw Brewery @ Stones Throw Brewery

Join us for Good Neighbor Night as we partner with Common Threads Farm, a local nonprofit cultivating healthier kids, communities, and the environment through hands-on food education. From 5–9pm, 10% of all beer sales will be donated to support their amazing school garden and cooking programs.
? Featuring dessert from the Common Threads Food Truck – grab a sweet treat like their fan-favorite sunflower butter or pumpkin chocolate chip cookies (while they last)!

?? Be sure to enter the raffle for a chance to win a fun gift bag put together by the Common Threads team!

Come raise a glass for a great cause and connect with folks growing good things right here in Bellingham!

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Categories: Non-Profit Fundraising Events Tags: #1970s #Beer&Music #communityfundraiser beer farm to table Fundraiser Music
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