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Aug
4
Fri
The Birch Bay Music Festival @ The Homestead Golf Course (Behind Cj's Restaurant)
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Aug 4 @ 2:00 pm
The Birch Bay Music Festival @ The Homestead Golf Course (Behind Cj's Restaurant) | Blaine | Washington | United States

The Birch Bay Music Festival is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization raising money for our local no-kill animal rescues. This is our 7th year putting on this FREE 3 day event. Festivities include live music by 20+ bands, a beer and wine garden, event T-Shirts, food vendors, arts and crafts vendors and a raffle of the hand crafted D’Haitre guitar by Andy Beech with Seahawk inspired artwork by Frank Dooley. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit local non profit dog and cat rescues Happy Tails Happy Homes and Rescued Hearts Northwest. BBMF is a 100% volunteer run organization including the generous bands that donate their talents and time to support our cause. Your fur friends are welcome to attend (on leash for safety). August 4, 5, 6 2017. Friday 2 p.m. – 10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Music Concerts Non-Profit Fundraising Events Volunteering and Community Enrichment Tags: All Ages animals arts and crafts bands beer garden dog friendly free fundraising live music Non-Profit outdoor music vendors volunteer
Aug
5
Sat
The Birch Bay Music Festival @ The Homestead Golf Course (Behind Cj's Restaurant)
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Aug 5 @ 11:00 am
The Birch Bay Music Festival @ The Homestead Golf Course (Behind Cj's Restaurant) | Blaine | Washington | United States

The Birch Bay Music Festival is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization raising money for our local no-kill animal rescues. This is our 7th year putting on this FREE 3 day event. Festivities include live music by 20+ bands, a beer and wine garden, event T-Shirts, food vendors, arts and crafts vendors and a raffle of the hand crafted D’Haitre guitar by Andy Beech with Seahawk inspired artwork by Frank Dooley. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit local non profit dog and cat rescues Happy Tails Happy Homes and Rescued Hearts Northwest. BBMF is a 100% volunteer run organization including the generous bands that donate their talents and time to support our cause. Your fur friends are welcome to attend (on leash for safety). August 4, 5, 6 2017. Friday 2 p.m. – 10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Music Concerts Non-Profit Fundraising Events Volunteering and Community Enrichment Tags: All Ages animals arts and crafts bands beer garden dog friendly free fundraising live music Non-Profit outdoor music vendors volunteer
Aug
6
Sun
The Birch Bay Music Festival @ The Homestead Golf Course (Behind Cj's Restaurant)
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Aug 6 @ 11:00 am
The Birch Bay Music Festival @ The Homestead Golf Course (Behind Cj's Restaurant) | Blaine | Washington | United States

The Birch Bay Music Festival is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization raising money for our local no-kill animal rescues. This is our 7th year putting on this FREE 3 day event. Festivities include live music by 20+ bands, a beer and wine garden, event T-Shirts, food vendors, arts and crafts vendors and a raffle of the hand crafted D’Haitre guitar by Andy Beech with Seahawk inspired artwork by Frank Dooley. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit local non profit dog and cat rescues Happy Tails Happy Homes and Rescued Hearts Northwest. BBMF is a 100% volunteer run organization including the generous bands that donate their talents and time to support our cause. Your fur friends are welcome to attend (on leash for safety). August 4, 5, 6 2017. Friday 2 p.m. – 10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

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Categories: Family Events Festivals, Expos & Parades Music Concerts Non-Profit Fundraising Events Volunteering and Community Enrichment Tags: All Ages animals arts and crafts bands beer garden dog friendly free fundraising live music Non-Profit outdoor music vendors volunteer
May
12
Sat
Mother’s Day Train at Lake Whatcom Railway @ Lake Whatcom Railway
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May 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Mother's Day Train at Lake Whatcom Railway @ Lake Whatcom Railway | Sedro-Woolley | Washington | United States

Lake Whatcom Railway presents our 2018 Mother’s Day Train Ride!

-Saturday, May 12, 2018 – 3 departures are available 10am, 12pm, and 2pm-

Tickets are $15 for Adults, $12 for Children ages 2-17. Children under 2 are free.

We are excited to couple our historic Pullman cars to our diesel electric locomotive for a journey to scenic Mirror Lake in Eastern Whatcom County. Enjoy the luxury of rail travel as experienced in the early 1900’s while you are serenaded by the music of Ben the Banjo Player. We will be traveling in authentic Pullman passenger cars from Wickersham Station through the tunnel and on to Mirror Lake. After arriving at Mirror Lake, we will begin the return journey back to Wickersham Station. All ages are welcome to relive memories and create new ones on this nostalgic ride through history. You will be riding on train cars that have been in use for more than 100 years! Throughout your visit, you will see many pieces of railroad history, including our antique steam engine, number 1070. Lake Whatcom Railway is dedicated to the preservation of railway history, and funds collected go towards the restoration and preservation of this American legacy. The Lake Whatcom Railway Mother’s Day excursion departs from Wickersham Station. Three departures are available; 10 am, 12 pm and 2 pm. Plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to departure so that you may explore the century of railway history on site, and receive your ticket prior to boarding. While you explore the site, you will also have the opportunity to ride our antique hand car that was built in the late 1800’s. Snacks and water will be available for purchase onboard the train.

****Please note – This ride travels a shorter distance than in previous years, and the ticket prices have been reduced to reflect that. Once we depart from Wickersham Station, you will be on-board the train for the duration of the event. We will not be exiting the train until we return to the station.****

For more information, call (360) 441-0719

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Categories: Family Events Tags: #mothersday #trainrides #trains
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
Aug
25
Sat
Summer Fun in the Park @ Blaine Marine Park
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Aug 25 @ 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Summer Fun in the Park @ Blaine Marine Park | Blaine | Washington | United States

Come on out for a family friendly fun night at Blaine Marine Park!

Enjoy live music from Gladstone and Trouble at the Henhouse while the kids frolic on the playground.

Fill your belly with tasty treats from Paso Del Norte, Cicchitti’s Pizza, Alaska Wild Fish & Chip Co., Sugar Shack and Yapple Kettle corn!

There will be a Beer & Wine Garden open until 9:00.

Outdoor Movie: Star Wars – The Last Jedi – will begin at dusk and is FREE! Bring your lightsabers!

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Categories: Family Events Tags: #beergarden #foodtrucks #localfood beer and wine free live music outdoor movie outdoor music playground
Sep
1
Sat
Labor Day Weekend Train Ride at Lake Whatcom Railway @ Lake Whatcom Railway
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Sep 1 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Labor Day Weekend Train Ride at Lake Whatcom Railway @ Lake Whatcom Railway | Washington | United States

Lake Whatcom Railway will be running our only train of the summer on Saturday, September 1, 2018. Be serenaded by the music of Ben the Banjo Player as you enjoy the ride to scenic Mirror Lake!

All ages are welcome to relive memories and create new ones on this nostalgic ride through history. You will have the opportunity to ride on train cars that have been in use for more than 100 years! Throughout your visit, you will see many pieces of railroad history, including our antique steam engine, number 1070. Lake Whatcom Railway is dedicated to the preservation of railway history, and funds collected go towards the restoration and preservation of this American legacy. Plan to arrive 30-45 minutes prior to departure, so that you may explore the century of railway history on site, and receive your ticket prior to boarding. You will receive a ticket for the conductor to punch on the train, so be sure to show your Eventbrite ticket at the ticket tent.

We will also have our antique hand car available for those who wish to experience what it was like to work on the railroad 100 years ago.

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Categories: Family Events Kids Local History Tags: #history #trainrides #trains acme
Oct
27
Sat
Pumpkin Patch on Rails at Lake Whatcom Railway @ Lake Whatcom Railway
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Oct 27 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am
Pumpkin Patch on Rails at Lake Whatcom Railway @ Lake Whatcom Railway | Sedro-Woolley | Washington | United States

The Lake Whatcom Railway Pumpkin Patch on Rails returns for 2018. New this year – Family photos by Kyla Goff Photography are included with your ticket! Enjoy the beautiful fall colors of the forest as you are serenaded by the music of Ben the Banjo Player. We will be traveling in authentic Pullman passenger cars from Wickersham Station through the tunnel and on to Mirror Lake. Once we arrive, you will have the opportunity to ride an antique handcar prior to picking out a pumpkin to take home. After you pick out your pumpkin, sit back, relax and enjoy the short journey back to Wickersham. All ages are welcome to relive memories and create new ones on this nostalgic ride through history. You will be riding on train cars that have been in use for more than 100 years! Throughout your visit, you will see many pieces of railroad history, including our antique steam engine, number 1070.

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Categories: Family Events Tags: #familypictures #trainrides fall pumpkin patch
Jul
4
Thu
Independence Day Train Ride @ Lake Whatcom Railway
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Jul 4 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Independence Day Train Ride @ Lake Whatcom Railway

Lake Whatcom Railway is excited to announce that we are running a special Independence Day train on Thursday, July 4th! We can’t think of a better way to celebrate America than to ride on a train that has been traveling the rails of the United States for over 100 years!

We will be departing from Wickersham Station at 12:00 Noon. Tickets are $20 for Adults, $14 for Children ages 2-17. Children under 2 are free. Select a family package if you have a group of 4 or 5 to receive a discount.

We are excited to couple our historic Pullman cars to the locomotive for a journey to the aptly named Mirror Lake. Enjoy the beautiful forest scenery as you are serenaded by the music of Ben the Banjo Player. We will be traveling in authentic Pullman passenger cars from Wickersham Station through the tunnel and on to Mirror Lake. Once we arrive, you will have the opportunity to ride an antique handcar prior to the journey back to Wickersham.

All ages are welcome to relive memories and create new ones on this nostalgic ride through history. You will be riding on train cars that have been in use for more than 100 years! Throughout your visit, you will see many pieces of railroad history, including our antique steam engine, number 1070.

Lake Whatcom Railway is dedicated to the preservation of railway history, and funds collected go towards the restoration and preservation of this American legacy. The Lake Whatcom Fourth of July excursion departs from Wickersham Station.

Plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to departure so that you may explore the century of railway history on site, and receive your ticket prior to boarding. Snacks and water will be available for purchase onboard the train.

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Categories: Family Events Tags: #trainrides #trains American History
August 2017 – July 2019 Aug 2017 – Jul 2019