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Anacortes Chamber of Commerce —Vintage by the Sea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 —Spring Wine Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Artwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Barkley Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Bellingham Chamber Chorale . . . . . inside back Bellingham Community Chorus . . . . . . . . . 23 Bellingham Festival of Music . . . . . . inside back Bellingham Music Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Bellingham Sports and Spine PT . . . . . . . . . 19 Bellingham Theatre Guild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Bob Storms | Jazz Celebration XI . . . . . . . . . 22 Boundary Bay Brewery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Bruton, Nissen & Schellberg, P.S. . . . . . . . . 36 Cantabile of Skagit Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Cascadia International Women’s Film Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Chanticleer Book Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 33 Diamond Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Diane Arvin, M.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 First Church of Christ Scientist Bellingham . . 1 Gabriel’s Art Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Gallery Syre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Gift Nook at the Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Giuseppe’s Al Porto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Good Earth Pottery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Greg Aanes Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Historic Fairhaven Association . . . . inside front Improv Playworks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Jansen Art Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Kulshan Chorus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Lincoln Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 9 Linda Henderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Lithtex Northwest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Lotus Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Lux Art Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Lynden Lions Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 McIntyre Hall PAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Mod Sock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Mount Baker Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 North Cascades Concert Band . . . . . . . . . . 11 Northwest Ballet Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Northwest Digital Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Pacific Northwest Opera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum . . . . . inside front Penn Cove Water Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Ragfinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Renaissance Celebration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Salish Sea Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Scott Milo Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Scottish Dance Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Sedro-Woolley High School Drama . . . . . . . 4 Sehome High School Little Theatre . . . . . . . . 3 Skagit Art Association . . . . . . . . . . . inside front Skagit Casino Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . back cover Skagit Community Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Skagit County Historical Museum . . . . . . . . 31 Skagit Valley Chorale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Squalicum High School Drama . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Studio UFO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Village Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Vox Pacifica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Washroom Wizard! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Whatcom Art Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Whatcom Events | Ski to Sea . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Whatcom Jazz Music Arts Center (WJMAC) . 1 Whatcom Parkscriptions Day . . . . . . . . . . . 22 WWU PAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, inside back WSU Whatcom County Extension – Master Gardener Foundation Plant Sale . . . . . . 23 Yes Massages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Yoga with Joani . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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APRIL 2019 FEATURES: An Artrageous Celebration for Mount Baker Theatre’s 92nd Birthday . . . . . . . . . 3 Calling All Writers! An International Writers’ Conference Born and Bred in Bellingham! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 From a Pickle Barn and Back Again: The Journey of an Art Show . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Jazz Celebration XI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Linda Allen: Hear Her Roar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Local Women’s Film Festival Showcases Bellingham to the World . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Mamma Mia! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 The Answer Is ... Why Is Literacy Important? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 The Ring Abides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

DEPARTMENTS: Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-26 Benefits & Fundraisers . . . . . . . 28-29 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . 15-23 Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Family & Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-31 Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Health & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-32

Home & Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Lectures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12 Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Potpourri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

On the cover: Don’t miss Artrageous, an interactive arts and music experience on Saturday, April 27, 7:30pm at Mount Baker Theatre. Photo by Love Imagery.

APRIL 2019 Volume 16 Number 3 P.O. Box 2606 • Bellingham, WA 98227-2606 360-599-6827 • email: editor@ennw.info • www.ennw.info The ENNW Publishing Team Mark Fuller: mfuller@ennw.info • Barb Fuller: bfuller@ennw.info Gladys Crnich: gladys@ennw.info • Lynna Dunn Fuller: lfuller@ennw.info Margaret Bikman: margaret.bikmanennw@gmail.com

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An Artrageous Celebration for Mount Baker Theatre’s 92nd Birthday by Courtney Kendall It’s been 92 years since the Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) first opened its doors in 1927 as a movie palace. That year was the debut of the film The Jazz Singer, the first feature film “talkie,” or motion picture with synchronized sound. The Jazz Singer heralded the end of the silent film era and, combined with the onset of the Great Depression in 1929, contributed to the decline of grand movie palaces. MBT was one of the last to be built in the Pacific Northwest. This iconic Bellingham landmark has undergone many changes in its years, including a point in the 1980s when plans to divide the theatre into multiple screens were stopped by community protest. The community saved it yet again when significant repairs threatened that it be demolished. MBT, now a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, still lives on today as a flourishing performing arts center that hosts world-class entertainment from the Pacific Northwest and beyond, and educational programming for area schools. As a celebration of 92 years in our community, MBT will be bringing Artrageous, an interactive arts and music experience, to its stage on Saturday, April 27 at 7:30pm. Self-described as “part art studio, part rock concert, part creation lab,” Artrageous is a space where fine art meets the performing arts in an interactive performance combining fine art, music, and dance. Artrageous troupe members teach audience members dance moves and vocals, even inviting them up on stage at times. Artists create paintings to the tune of musical numbers, life-size puppets float above a backlit stage, musicians and vocalists perform in musical styles from pop to country to original scores, and everyone—audience included—can’t help but dance. At the end of the performance, the audience can go onstage to view all of the art created during the show, and meet the troupe. The paintings made during Artrageous are frequently famous icons that the audience can start to recognize as the lines and shapes form together. A special birthday painting will also be commissioned for the Bellingham show. What will the painting be of? “It’s a surprise,” says Amy Guerra, Associate

Executive Director of MBT, “but it will be a Bellingham landmark.” This painting will be auctioned off as a fundraiser for MBT. During the show, there will also be fundraising activities for MBT. Artrageous is a fitting birthday celebration for a community institution dedicated to celebrating all forms of art. They describe their show as a “concept that invites community and a sense of togetherness ... bringing people together through the power and passion of the Arts.” This show “is a celebration of our place in the community,” Amy explains. Tickets to the all-ages April 27 show can be purchased at MountBakerTheatre.com or through the Box Office at 360-7346080. Within the last year, MBT has updated their website to include an interactive seat map that can show you

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the view of the stage from each seat prior to your purchase. As an added birthday gift, donate a $1 birthday donation to MBT at any Cruisin’ Coffee from March 25-April 27, and you will receive a thank you of $10 off tickets to Artrageous. During MBT’s birthday month of April, the theatre encourages community members to donate just $9.20 in the hopes of raising a total of $9,200. By giving just a little, this community effort will make a big impact. Donations can be made at MountBakerTheatre.com, at the MBT Box Office, or through MBT’s Facebook page. Come celebrate Mount Baker Theatre’s birthday this April, and enjoy the gifts this organization has brought to our community. Photos by Love Imagery.

The cast of Mamma Mia!

Mamma Mia! by Osa Hale

When it comes to musical theater, few shows are as joyful and exuberant as the international phenomenon that is Mamma Mia! Based on and featuring the music of pop supergroup ABBA, this romantic comedy follows a young woman on a quest to find her true father and marry her true love. It will be coming to the stage in Mount Vernon, thanks to the Theater Arts Guild. Mamma Mia! is centered on a wedding, but the theme of love stretches and dances in different directions throughout the show— romantic, platonic, and familial ties are all celebrated. The pop songs turned musical numbers are at once light-hearted and heartfelt, striking a tone that makes it all come together in a delightful production. The Theatre Arts Guild is known through Skagit County and beyond for bringing together people of all ages and experience levels to create excellent entertainment for their community. Audiences may recognize leading lady Sierra Jones from performances in the Derry Opera House and Barefoot in the Park; whether they’ve seen her command the stage before or not, Jones will dazzle as Sophie Sheridan, the singing and scheming bride-to-be. The rest of the ensemble cast is filled out with personalities big and small, who harmonize through reunions, confusion, memories, and a dreamy wedding. Mamma Mia! will be at McIntyre Hall for two weeks through April 13. Talented folks from across Western Washington will weave songs like “Dancing Queen” and “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” into a heart-warming tale of family and romance. Most performances will be in the evening, with a couple of Sunday matinees. Tickets range from $23 to $40, and are available online or at the box office. For more information about showtimes and ticket prices, visit the McIntyre Hall website at www.mcintyrehall.org or visit the box office in person (2501 East College Way, Mount Vernon).

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Lend Us Your Ears: Itamar Moses’ Bach at Leipzig – Lend Us Your Ears, the reading series at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, continues its second season with Itamar Moses’ Bach at Leipzig. The pay-what-you-will performance, directed by Jim Lortz, follows the comedic competition as several 18th century musicians vie for a coveted position that could establish them as the next big thing. A literate farce by the book writer of the Tony-winning musical The Band’s Visit, Bach at Leipzig has some adult situations and is read by local actors. On Sat., April 13 at 2pm at BTG (1600 H St.). More info: 360-647-9242 or sean@gigglewax.com.

Robin Hood – Sedro-Woolley High

School, a nationally award-winning theatre arts program, is proud to present Robin Hood. This lively adaptation of the classic tale has been lovingly crafted to include a diverse cast of characters and actors. All the old favorites are here: Robin of Loxley, Maid Marion, the Sheriff of Nottingham, the Merrymen, but with unexpected twists and characters who are sure to become new favorites—and the songs are sure to delight! SWHS is proud to be one of the first public high schools in the nation to offer a sensory-friendly performance! Sensory-Saturday is April 27 at 1pm; this SF show is free (donations accepted), but to guarantee a seat, audiences will need to register on-line at eventbrite.com. Standard performances are Thurs.-Sat., April 25, 26 & 27 and May 2, 3 & 4, with doors at 6:30pm and performance at 7pm, at Sedro-Woolley High School Theatre (1235 3rd St.). Admission is $5 students and seniors / $10 general. More info: 360-855-3510 or nhodgins@swsd101.org.

The Provocateurs Host Sinful Sunday – The Provocateurs host another

Sinful Sunday (April 28) at The Wild Buffalo, bringing back their fabulous variety dance show of sultry fun! Doors open at 8pm, with the show at 8:30pm. Admission is $10 advance / $15 at the door. More info: 360-746-8733, info@wildbuffalo.net or https://wildbuffalo.net.

The Mikado – Jettison to Japan, if only

by dramatic day-dream, in this reinvented but thoroughly enchanting classic that pokes fun at human nature and British bureaucracy. Don’t miss the New York Gilbert and Sullivan Players’ all-new, critically acclaimed production of The Mikado. The presentation represents a great deal of work between NYGASP and the Asian-American theatrical community in New York and serves an example of a cooperative effort to promote diversity, equity, and inclusive practice with classic works of art. Of course, preserved from the original is 132 years of music, delight, and a love story with challenges to overcome. Performance on Sun., April 14 at 3pm at Mount Baker Theatre (104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham). Admission is $30.50-$69.50. More info: 360-734-6080, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com or www.mountbakertheatre.com.

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The Ring Abides by Margaret Bikman The Ring of The Nibelung, an adaptation of Wagner’s epic setting of Norse legends of gods and men, giants and dwarfs, dragons and birds, is condensed into one production by Pacific Northwest Opera, onstage at 7:30pm, Fridays, May 3 and 10; and at 3pm, Sundays, May 5 and 12, at Skagit Valley College’s McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, in Mount Vernon. The performances will be sung in German with English supertitles. The Ring has been a favorite of artistic and general director Mitchell Kahn for a half-century. Three years ago, Kahn’s daughter took a course on The Ring at the University of Washington with professor (and tenor) Stephen Rumph who, incidentally, sings the role of Loge in this production. Rumph told Kahn about a reduced ‘Ring production that he had performed in 2005 with Berkeley Opera. After studying many versions over the next two years, Kahn found a version that he liked that reduced each of the four operas of the opera to two hours and could be done as a festival over a weekend. But it was beyond the financial scope of Pacific Northwest Opera.

“The available oneevening reductions all had problems: some told the story well, but left out all the favorite musical bits, and some had all the famous musical bits, but didn’t adequately explore the Das Rheingold (The Rhinegold), Scene 4 – Erda. psychological depth.” So, Kahn says, he realized that to the only way to capture the epic grandeur of the music and the psychological insights in its myth was to write the version himself. “Of course, I am standing on the shoulder of giants: Wagner himself, and the many Wagner scholars and arrangers that have gone Götterdämmerung (Dusk of the Gods), Act 3, Scene 3 – Ragnarok. before me. My version is a synthesis of all their struggles.” Other than condensing it into three hours instead of 18 and using an orchestra of 33 players rather than the 102 players that Wagner composed for, the production is going to be a very traditional presentation of The Ring, Kahn says. Siegfried, Siegfried, Act 3, Scene 3. All cultures have myths and the The Ring of The Nibelung, is the operatic retelling of ancient Norse Kahn says that the most important mythology and myths are ultimately the component of the project is the reflection of our collective subconscious, conductor, since The Ring is a complex he says. For Wagner, he says, the work and takes years of study. Jonathan psychological drama is in the music. Khuner, who has conducted at the “His music is so powerful and Metropolitan Opera, San Francisco accessible — even for the uninitiated — Opera, Chicago Lyric Opera and was the that it is often used in movies and prompter for The Ring at the mecca for commercials. Wagner thought of his Wagnerians, the Festspielhaus in opera as a ‘gesamtkunstwerk’ - a work Bayreuth, Germany, was available, much encompassing all the arts: music, dance, to Kahn’s delight. drama, sets, and costumes.” The cast includes soprano Corinna “I was fortunate to be the house doctor Quillium as Brünnhilde. Tenor Benjamin at the Metropolitan Opera for 28 years Sloman will sing both heroic roles and saw dozens of performances of the Siegmund and Siegfried. James entire ‘Ring cycle – the full four-day, Harrington will sing all three of the bass 18-hour version. I have come to see it as villains, Fafner, Hagen and Hunding. an allegory of the journey that we all “A lot of things are accomplished by travel from a young person full of people who don’t know they’re ambition and unrealistic expectations to impossible. For many, The Ring is a an old age of acceptance of limitations dauntless undertaking. I am hoping that and ultimately our mortality.” presenting a ‘Reader’s Digest’ version will “Working on this project I have been make the task less daunting.” newly astonished by the complexity of Reserved seating tickets range from musical construction, similar to when you $25 to $65, available at get close to a beautiful silk tapestry and www.mcintyrehall.org and by calling find that it is made of thousands of tiny, 360-416-7727. Kahn will give a free, barely discernible, interwoven threads.” pre-concert lecture in the concert hall 45 minutes before the performances. Entertainment News Northwest ~ April 2019

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Linda Allen: Hear Her Roar by Margaret Bikman The social and environmental justice committee of Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship sponsors a concert by longtime Bellingham songwriter Linda Allen at 7pm on Saturday, April 13, at Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship (1207 Ellsworth St.), celebrating her 50 years as a working musician. All proceeds after expenses will benefit the Bellingham Food Bank. Linda will be joined by her daughters Jen and Kristin Allen-Zito, her husband Scott Slaba, and musical friends Janet Stecher and Susan Lewis (Rebel Voices), Phil Heaven, Jeff Wilson, Tom Rawson, Jan Peters, Laura Smith, Chad Petersen, Kitty King, Sonny Lowe, Jerry Steinhilber, Meryle Korn, and Marie Eaton. She’ll also celebrate the release of her 11th and 12th recordings, Into the Promise of Morning and Singing the News. She’ll also share songs from her past albums. Allen says that Singing the News comes out of the folk tradition, with an emphasis on social change, and Into the Promise of Morning features songs of comfort and healing. Her long-time passion has been to create music to touch hearts and minds, and help bring about personal and political change, and that’s why Singing the News is important to her. “I’ve always felt that songwriting was the tool I had to offer to help bring about a more compassionate and just society. I like to bring forward forgotten social and political history.” It’s what she did as Washington’s Resident Songwriter during the State Centennial, in the work with women’s history projects, and now with the program she’s doing with her multi-media “Here’s to the Women!” presentation, about the 19th Amendment. She says that folk music has always been the voice of ordinary working people, the very people who are often at the front lines of the social injustices that confront us today. Folk music brings us joy, pulls us together as a community, and can move us to action, she says. “It is the perfect tool for sharing stories politicians and historians may overlook, or often choose not to hear. Much of what I have learned about hidden histories I learned from folk music.” “For women, I know that music which speaks to our issues has been particularly important to me and to other women I know. I have a strong calling to empower women to find their voices, physically, spiritually, emotionally.”

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She says that even though she remains rooted in the folk tradition, for the past 10 years she’s been passionate about music in palliative care. She founded two choirs in Bellingham, the Bellingham Threshold Singers and Women with Wings, who sing at the bedside or in facilities for those most in need of healing music. Now she works as a certified clinical musician with Hospice of the Northwest, and Into the Promise of Morning was created to share with colleagues and friends within that healing community and beyond. “Doing the work I do with Hospice, I am very aware that my time on earth is finite. I live in gratitude much of the time.” How a song is born is always a bit of a mystery, Allen says. She tends to write the lyrics first, then the tune. She will often bring it to her husband, to a few friends

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she trusts, and eventually to the stage where the audience will let her know if it works. “Something does seem to take over when I’m onto an idea. When that happens I have to drop everything and take the time to complete it, or it will be lost. News stories and historical accounts have been major sources of inspiration.” She’s chosen the Bellingham Food Bank to benefit from donations to the concert, not only because of the good work the organization does for the community, but also to bring awareness to the annual Food Drive, which takes place the next day. Suggested donation for the concert is $15. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Non-perishable food items for the Food Bank encouraged. More details are available at www.lindasongs.com/new-events.

Harmony Northwest Chorus – Sing your way into spring with Harmony Northwest Chorus! Learn some a cappella songs and get music education every week! Meetings on Mondays at the Mount Vernon Community Center (1401 Cleveland) from 6:30-9pm. We are looking for women to join us in entertaining the local community, learning about singing in the barbershop style, and having fun! More info: cherabari@comcast.net, 360-201-5861 or www.harmonynorthwest.org. Village Inn Pub & Eatery – Join us at

the Village Inn Pub & Eatery (3020 Northwest Ave., Bellingham) for weekly events: Fridays, Karaoke, 9pm-1:30am; Mondays, Open Mic (acoustic), hosted by Trace Rezideux, 7-10pm; and Thursdays, Music Jam with Pat McFarland from 8-11pm, with special guests. Events are free / no cover. Info: 360-734-2490 or www.facebook.com/VillageInnPubEatery.

BMC presents winners of WWU Competition – Bellingham Music Club

presents winners of the WWU Competition in honor of Virginia Glover in a program of works for violin, piano and voice on Wed., April 3 from 10:3011:30am at Trinity Lutheran Church (119 Texas St.). Free admission and familyfriendly. More info: 360-305-6526, bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com or www.bellinghammusicclub.org.

Music at the J – Lunchtime: Every

Wednesday, the Jansen Art Center (321 Front St., Lynden) invites you to join us for a free, live music performance in our Piano Lounge from noon-1pm. Each week we welcome a different, talented local pianist, guitarist or small ensemble. • Live at the Piano Lounge: On Thursday nights, we invite you to enjoy free live music in the piano lounge from 6-8pm. The Firehall Cafe at the J offers their full menu of food and beverages until 9pm. Curated by local musician Victor Pruner, the Live at the Piano Lounge series is designed to bring a variety of local musicians to engage the community. • No cover. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances.

WJMAC in April – BC’s jazz ambassador, Cory Weeds (alto sax), with Mike Allen (tenor sax), Michael Glynn (bass), and Matt Jorgensen (drums) will perform on Wed., April 3. Tight, solid, jazz straight up. Admission is $10 general, $5 students, WJMAC members free. • Kevin Woods Group featuring Frank Russo. National and international jazz artist and educator Russo (drums) joins forces with local jazz artist and educator Kevin Woods (trumpet). On Wed., April 10. Admission is $15 general / $5 students / WJMAC members free. • The Steve Kaldestad Quartet on Wed., April 17. Steve Kaldestad joins us from Vancouver, BC, where he is a highly in-demand sax player and is also the chair of the Jazz Program at Capilano University.

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He has played with Peter Bernstein, Mike LeDonne, the BBC Big Band and many others. Admission is $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members free. • The Bill Anschell Trio on Wed., April 24. Any and every time Anschell plays here is a special, memorable evening. The unforgettable trio tonight is Anschell (piano), Jeff Johnson (bass), and D’Vonne Lewis (drums). Admission is $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members free. • Tickets for all performances at the door at 6pm at the Sylvia Center for the Arts (205-207 Prospect St., Bellingham); music begins at 7pm, first come, first seated. Program subject to change. More info: 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org.

United States Coast Guard Woodwind Quintet Recital and Masterclass – The members of United

States Coast Guard Woodwind Quintet are MUC Barrett Seals, oboe and leader, Miami, Florida; MU1 Laura Pirruccello, flute, San Antonio, Texas; MUC Chantal Hovendick, clarinet, Blair, Nebraska; MU1 Bryce Nakaoka, horn, Pearl City, Hawaii; and MU1 Sean Maree, bassoon, Springfield, Virginia. Masterclasses will run from 3-5pm; the recital will be in the WWU Concert Hall on Fri., April 5 at 7:30pm. Free admission. More info: 360-650-3133, lisa.mccarthy@wwu.edu or https://cfpa.wwu.edu.

Karla Bonoff at the Lincoln – Karla Bonoff has been described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation. With a career spanning four decades, Bonoff has enjoyed critical acclaim, commercial success, enduring popularity and the unwavering respect of her peers. In addition to achieving chart success with her own recordings, Karla has seen her songs become hits for such stellar artists as Bonnie Raitt, Wynonna Judd, and Linda Ronstadt. Many of Bonoff’s ballads are now pop classics. All the while, she has continued to tour extensively, playing sold-out shows around the world. Karla will perform on Fri., April 5 at 7:30pm at the Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon). Admission is $29-$44 / $2 off members. More info: 360-336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org/performance/ karla-bonoff-songs-generation. Future Jazz featuring Naomi Moon Siegel Quintet – The Alternative

Library’s Future Jazz series, explores work from modern experimental composers and improvisers in the field of jazz. Naomi Moon Siegel returns to Bellingham, touring her latest record, Live at Earshot. The album features all original compositions by Naomi Moon Siegel with Wayne Horvitz on piano, Sean Woolstenhulme on guitar, Geoff Harper on bass, Eric Eagle on drums, and special guest Thione Diop on percussion. Performance on Fri., April 12 at 7:30pm at the Alternative Library (519 E.

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Maple St., Bellingham). Doors at 7:30pm, with music at 8pm. Admission is $10, which supports the artists and the AltLib. Admission is $10. More info: info@altlib.org or http://altlib.org.

NCCB and “Sousa, American Spirit!” featuring Staff Sergeant Harry Ong –

The North Cascades Concert Band, under the direction of Robert Pattermann, announce that Staff Sergeant Harry Ong, clarinetist with the United States Marine Band “The Presidents Own,” from Washington, D.C., will be the featured soloist with the NCCB for their series of concerts in April 2019. The theme for this year’s Spring concert series will be “Sousa, American Spirit!” Performances on Fri., April 12 at 7:30pm at WCC’s Syre Student Center; Sat., April 13 at 7:30pm at Arlington High School’s Lynda Byrnes PAC; and Sun., April 14 at 3pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Anacortes. Ong will be featured on “Adagio & Tarantella” by Ernesto Cavallini, the Artie Shaw “Clarinet Concerto,” and with the NCCB clarinet section performing “Clarinet Candy” by Leroy Anderson. Ong participates in the Marine Band’s Music in the High Schools education program. Free admission / donations greatly appreciated. For more information visit www.nccband.org. The North Cascades Concert Band is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Väsen – Three musicians (Olov

Johansson, Roger Tallroth, and Mikael Marin) with a singular sound, a playful yet accomplished interplay that seems to defy the laws of physics, an intensity with a great sense of humor, and modernity rooted in tradition. A Swedish acoustic trio, now in their 27th year of touring together, Väsen will perform on Fri., April 12 at 7:30pm at Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon). Admission is $20-$35 / $2 off members. More info: 360-3368955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org.

Backstage @ the Border presents Jim Sheridan Singer/Songwriter – Finger-

style guitarist/singer/songwriter Jim Sheridan began playing folk music in New York in the late 60s. Two of his compositions are being used in the new AOL Web Series Little Women Big Cars. Performance on Sat., April 13 from 7-9pm at Christ Episcopal Church in Blaine (382 Boblett St.). Admission is $7 donation at the door (no one is turned away). Info: info@backstageattheborder.com, 360-9279085 or www.backstageattheborder.com.

Pianist Cole Anderson – Pianist Cole

Anderson presents the introspective “Benediction de Dieu dans la Solitude” (“The Blessing of God in Solitude”), from Harmonies poltiques et religieuses by Franz Liszt, together with music by Rautavaara, Rachmaninoff, Sibelius and Beethoven on Sat., April 13 at 7:30pm at Lairmont Manor in Bellingham. Tickets are $20 adults / $15 seniors and students at coleandersonpiano.brownpapertickets.com and at the door. Dr. Anderson performs as soloist and in chamber ensembles throughout North and South America, Asia and Europe. A native of the Pacific Northwest, he currently resides in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Info: 360-733-4676, solatido@earthlink.net or www.facebook.com/events/1452301538238249.

Manieri Jazz Endowment. More info: 360-293-1910 or Jazzatthelibrary.com.

Sunday @ 3 – The Jansen Art Center is

pleased to present Sunday @ 3, our Young Artist Concert Series, taking place on Sun., April 14 at 3pm. Produced by local music instructor Jeri Mercer, Sunday @ 3 is designed as a program to allow young, semi-professional artists to perform work showcasing the advancement of their skills. Sunday @ 3 is a family-friendly concert series, and students and families are encouraged to attend. Admission is by donation, and helps us continue our youth programs. Info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/sunday-3-april. (more music on page 10)

Jazz 2nd Sunday Series – Free jazz

concert at the Anacortes Public Library (1220 10th St.) features Naomi Moon Siegel, “trombonist and composer of great style and distinction,” (Earshot Jazz). Also includes a cast of Seattle’s best instrumentalists and improvisers: guitarist Sean Woolstenhulme; drummer Eric Eagle; bassist Geoff Harper; and special guest percussionist Thione Diop. On Sun., April 14 from 2-3:30pm. Sponsored by the

Bellingham Ukulele Group Jams –

April will feature three jam opportunities! First, join the fun at the Bellingham Ukulele Group (BUG) Monthly Jam on Sat., April 13 held at St. James Presbyterian Fellowship Hall ( 910 14th St). Beginners are the focus from 1:30-2:30pm, with all levels playing together (after a bit of socializing) from 2:45-4pm. Check the BUG website for a list of featured songs (not required). Second is the BUG Song Circle, on Wed., April 17, held at the historic Roeder Home (2600 Sunset Dr.) from 7-8:30pm. All instruments welcome. Third is the Banjo Buggers (banjo ukuleles) Jam on Thurs., April 25 from 7-8:30pm, held at 2829 Lynn St. Music for all jams is found in the Daily Ukulele, Vol 1 & 2; bring books if you have them, plus music stand and enthusiasm! Admission to all events is by donation, and all are welcome. Info: 360-393-1054, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

BCMS presents A Piacere Musica da Camera – A Piacere Musica da Camera is

back for a BCMS benefit concert, performing Beethoven’s String Quartet op. 74, “The Harp,” and Ravel’s String Quartet in F major. This quintet features BCMS founding member, Leslie Johnson, viola; Seattle musicians John Kim, HyeKung Seo, violins; and cellist Meg Brennand. Performance on Sun., April 14 from 6-7:30pm in the Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room (121 Prospect St.). Admission is $20 adults / $10 students. More info: 360-303-4014, Bellinghamchambermusic@gmail.com or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org.

Jansen Jazz Band Concert – The

Jansen Jazz Band is a 20-30 member community band that performs under the direction of Steve Herrick. All of the musicians are volunteers, members of the community who enjoy learning and performing. The Firehall Cafe remains open through intermission offering soups, salads, sandwiches, coffee, beer, wine, and desserts. Performance on Thurs., April 18 at Jansen Art Center. More info: 360-3543600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/jansenjazz-band-concert-0318.

Buffett Beach Bash – Join the Anacortes Arts Festival for the 2nd Annual Buffet Beach Bash on Fri. & Sat., April 19 & 20 at the Port Transit Shed in Anacortes (100 Commercial Ave.). Featuring music by

Garratt Wilkin & The Parrotheads, a Jimmy Buffett tribute band from Northern California, this tropical event will include dancing, margaritas, cheeseburgers, parrothead swag, a costume contest, and hours of fun. In addition to Jimmy Buffett music, the band also performs classic rock favorites. Doors open at 6pm for Margarita Happy Hour; the band starts at 7:30pm. More info: 360-293-6211, pr@anacortesartsfestival.com or www.AnacortesArtsFestival.com.

Bobby Lee’s Grand Affair – Hey, are

you coming to Bobby Lee’s Grand Affair? It’s Fri., April 19, 7-10pm at the VFW (625 N. State St., Bellingham). Bobby Lee was a beloved local musician who passed away last year. He left his baby grand piano to the VFW, but it needs a little work. OK, it needs a lot of work. Bobby Lee worked this piano shall we say “enthusiastically.” This is not your grandma’s piano. This party is going to be a celebration of Bobby Lee and a fundraiser to fix the piano. Yesterday’s Playboys featuring the Great Marvini are going to host, and there’s going to be a huge cast of characters taking turns, sitting in, jamming away. Donations at the door to refurbish Bobby Lee’s Last Grand. Info: 360-303-7101.

Kid’Sax Ensemble at Greenes Corner –

The Kid’Sax Ensemble, under the direction of Mark Kelly, presents an hour of classical and jazz arrangements on Thurs., April 25 from 7-8pm at Greene’s Corner in Bellingham (2208 James St.). Full menu of food and drink will be available for this free, all-ages show. Hear local teenage saxophonists Lilly Chavez, Zach & Olivia Grendon, Ashley Grinstead and Mary Clement play the music of Bach, Handel, WC Handy, Ravel, Gershwin and others, accompanied by bassist Nigel Naylor. Free admission. More info: 360-306-8137, markelly@oz.net or greenescorner.com.

Skagit Community Band “Petite Fleur” Jazz Concert – Skagit

Community Band presents our annual jazz bouquet, celebrating the great American songbook, on Fri., April 26 at 7:30pm at La Conner’s Maple Hall (104 Commercial St.) and Sun., April 28 at 3pm at AnacortesWestminster Presbyterian Church (1300 9th St., Anacortes). The Skagit Community Band, under the direction of Vince Fejeran, will perform their annual “Swing in the Spring” concert, featuring the music of Sammy Nestico, Michael Giacchino, Issac Hayes, Sidney Bechet and featuring soloist Barry Erb on Alto Sax performing “Persuasion” by Nestico. Admission to this concert is free, but donations will be gladly accepted. More info: 360-466-4409, vmfejeran@gmail.com or Skagitcommunityband.org.

Bossa Nova Brazil – Native Brazilians

Marco Carvalho and Nilza Lessa give a tribute to Brazil’s greatest contribution to jazz, the Bossa Nova, on Sat., April 27, 3-5:15pm at the Sudden Valley Dance

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Barn (8 Barn View Ct.). Jeff Busch is the percussionist. The dance floor will be open to those who prefer dancing to jazz rhythms as well as listening. Admission is $20 adults / $10 students. More info: 360-671-1709, kcsulkin@msn.com or www.foswl.org.

Bellingham Community Band Spring Concert – The Bellingham Community

Band’s Spring Concert, “Appalachian Spring,” is Sat., April 27 at 7pm at Syre Auditorium on the WCC campus. A wide variety of concert band music will be featured. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the concert begins at 7pm. Tickets are $10; children 10 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased at the door or from a band member. More info: 360-305-5515.

Celebrating in Song: American Journeys with Skagit Valley Chorale –

We’ll explore different American genres and regions in this concert, whether paying homage to profound choral compositions like Samuel Barber’s “Agnus Dei,” singing a haunting canoeing song from Lake Superior, or performing intricate but still groovy a cappella settings of songs made famous by American musicians as diverse as Lead Belly, the Carter Family, the Eagles, and the Turtles. We’re also excited to be joined by our own local Eagles, the Evergreen Elementary School Choir, who will sing along with us and wow the audience with their rhythm skills! On Sat., April 27 at 7:30pm, and Sun., April 28 at 2pm at McIntyre Hall (2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon). Admission is $14-$25. More info: 360-416-7727, skagitvalleychorale@gmail.com or www.skagitvalleychorale.org/concerts.

Art of Jazz: Miles Davis Tribute Band – Northwest jazz scene stalwarts trumpeter Kevin Woods and tenor saxophonist Josh Cook join forces to present the music of the legendary groups led by Miles Davis. The group includes bassist Roger Yamashita, drummer Jud Sherwood, and pianist Bill Anschell, and interprets classic tunes from the Davis songbook with one foot planted in tradition, and the other in the contemporary. From beautiful ballads to burnin’ up tempos, this group has something for every jazz fan. On Sun., April 28 from 4-6:30pm (1601 Mill Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $17 general / $10 students / free for Jazz Project Members. More info: 360-650-1066, jsherwoodjazzproject@gmail.com or www.jazzproject.org.

by Bach and Haydn as well as shorter, encore-style pieces by various composers. Free and open to the public. On Wed., May 1, 10:30am, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 119 Texas St. in Bellingham. More info: bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com, bellinghammusicclub.org or 360-305-6526. (more music on page 12)

Bellingham Music Club presents Cellist John Friesen – Bellingham Music

Club welcomes cellist and WWU professor John Friesen, pianist Rebecca Manalac, and Grammy-award-winner Ben Mink (guitar and violin). They will perform major works

Jennifer Scott, Rene Worst, and Bill Coon – Bill Coon once quipped, “There’s

the classical world and the jazz world, and I’m the marriage counselor.” Performing professionally for over thirty years, Coon has played with many significant jazz artists and has more than fifty recordings; big bands and orchestras worldwide have performed his arrangements. Born in New Guinea, Rene Worst has been a professional bassist since 1971. His virtuosic and supportive playing on both acoustic and electric basses has made him a Canadian treasure. Also Canadian, Jennifer Scott is a singer and pianist specializing in jazz, blues and world music. Performance on Sat., April 27 at 7:30pm at Jansen Art Center (321 Front St., Lynden). Admission is $25. More info: 360-3543600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/bill-coon. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

BMC Night Beat returns in May –

Bellingham Music Club welcomes WWU professor and virtuoso cellist John Friesen, pianist Rebecca Manalac, and Grammy Award winner Ben Mink (guitar and violin) in a program of works by Bach and Haydn, in addition to shorter, brilliant, encore-style pieces by various composers. Known for his exciting and passionate performances, beauty of tone and depth of expression, Friesen has appeared in New York, Washington, Moscow, Montreal and Tokyo. He plays with obvious enjoyment and commitment, “letting Bach speak through his strings.” (Seattle Times). Aside from classical music, Friesen is active in the fields of popular music, recording cello solos on k.d. lang’s album Ingenue and movies such as Ben Kingsley’s Fifty Dead Men Walking. Tickets for BMC Night Beat are on sale at bellinghammusicclub.org, Village Books, Quist Violins, and at the door. Performance on Thurs., May 2 at 7:30pm at FCC in Bellingiham (2401 Cornwall Ave.). Admission is $20 general / $15 seniors / take a teen for free. More info: 360-305-6526, bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com or www.bellinghammusicclub.org.

“Coming Home!” Concert Series –

Our upcoming concert series, entitled “Coming Home,” explores the many aspects of the meaning of those words. As we sing music that ranges from the turmoil of natural devastation to the safety, comfort, and belonging of a home, we want to tell your story. We hope that we can share in your experiences as you come and share in ours. Home is where the heart is, and it is where beautiful music is created. Join the Cantabile Chamber Choir for this performance on Fri., May 3 at 7:30pm at the Anacortes Depot Arts Center (611 R Ave.); doors open half an hour before the concert. Admission is $16-$18 general / $14-$16 senior, student, military. Info: 425-289-6803, cantabilechamberchoir@gmail.com or www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4095901.

Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock & Roll – Neil Berg shares the 50-year history of the phenomenon that changed the world forever! Using mostly music to tell the

story are five singers and a five-piece band that recreates rock’s greatest stars. Berg adds into the mix his own narrative of little-known and surprising stories. Enjoy this celebration of Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan, Frankie Valli, the Beatles, the Beach Boys, Aretha Franklin, The Who, Janis Joplin, Simon & Garfunkel, Carole King, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Aerosmith, the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Journey, and more on Sat., May 4 at 7:30pm at Mount Baker Theatre. Admission is $21.50-$49.50. More info: 360-734-6080, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com or www.mountbakertheatre.com.

Our Stories Go On—A Mother’s Day Celebration – Join Vox Pacifica at its spring performance when we celebrate Mother’s Day by honoring and acknowledging the strength and selflessness of women who came before us: mothers, warriors, heroines, and leaders who inspire us and make our roots strong. On Sat., May 11 from 7:308:30pm at First Congregational Church (2401 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $15 general / $10 students. More info: info@voxpacifica.org or https://voxpacifica.org/events.

We Are Kulshan – The name says it all and so much more! This is our final concert celebrating our 30th anniversary as an organization and community. The music for this concert was selected by the members of Kulshan Chorus; they pulled their favorites from the library and have created an unforgettable Greatest Hits show. There could only be one band to join us for this party, and we are proud to be joined once again by the Atlantics! From Cohen to Stroope, you won’t be disappointed. Come celebrate, dance, and sing along with us on May 18, 7:30pm at the Bellingham High School PAC. Tickets can be purchased at brownpapertickets.com.

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Jazz Celebration XI The annual concert that celebrates jazz music and musicians of Whatcom County, is back in the Old Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room on May 4 at 7pm for concert number eleven in the series. Each year, local musicians are invited to perform the music of composer/musician Robert (Bob) Storms. This year, Bob has added another one hundred songs to his collection entitled “Tunes from Toneville,” and selected some for this year’s concert. The theme of this year’s concert is “South of the Border.” The featured music styles will be Mexican, Brazilian, Argentinian, and more. A Mexican band called “Nueva Alianza” will be the featured performers. Delicious delicacies of Mexico will be served following the concert. At the concert this year, donations will be accepted to assist Hearts and Hands of Hope, a non-profit ministry that helps the people of Coatzingo, Mexico by providing them spiritual, social, physical, educational and professional resources and training. More information on this benefit will be presented at the concert by Cristina Solis, a native of Coatzingo, and Bob’s daughters, Becky Sharrett, Bobbi Plata and Beverly Raappana, all who serve in the H3 ministry, and will be returning again in July to serve the people of Coatzingo. All donations are tax deductible. The Jazz Celebration concerts are unique for two reasons. It is a yearly concert featuring jazz music of Whatcom County musicians, and is likely the only annual concert series that features the new music of a local composer who writes music in various styles. Bob now has a total of 1300 songs registered in copyright! If you haven’t attended a Jazz Celebration concert yet, you are in for a treat, as the music is always joyful and fun. And this year, you can even help a town in Mexico help itself by donating to Hearts and Hands of Hope. Visit www.h3ministry.org/#! for more information. Concert admission is $15.

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T’ai Chi Classes – Join Linda and learn

T’ai Chi Chuan to sustain and maintain your health, balance, and well-being throughout life. Beginners and all levels of skill welcomed. These classes will guide you through the flowing and choreographed movements that are easy on the body and make the mind-bodyspirit connection through deep energizing breathing essential for good brain health. Classes held at St. James Presbyterian Church (910 14th St., Bellingham) on Mondays from 5:15-6:15pm and Wednesdays from 11:15am-12:15pm (beginners) and Tuesdays 11:30-12:30pm (some experience) at the Firehouse Arts and Event Center (1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham). For those concerned about balance, Chair Tai Chi at the main Library Tuesdays at 3-3:45pm (no cost). Contact Linda at LindaTaiChi@comcast.net or 360-389-5754 for more information.

Gentle Yoga Classes – Join Joani for

gentle yoga classes at The Metta Center (1602 Carolina St. #D12, Bellingham). Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30-11:45am. Joani Glasser is a Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance (E-RYT-500), specializing in yoga support for the back. This class is ideal for beginners as well as those who prefer a gentle approach. 3-month pass fees: $68 for 5 classes / $110 for 10 classes / $15 drop-in / $10 first time. More info: yogawithjoani@yahoo.com or www.yogawithjoani.com.

Introduction to Ayurvedic Herbs –

Turmeric, tulsi, amla, asafoetida, gotu kola, triphala, and ashwagandha; come see, taste, and learn about these traditional ayurvedic herbs and how to use them on Thurs., April 4 from 6:30-8:30pm at Living Earth Herbs. Taught by Katrina Svoboda, Ayurvedic Health Practitioner and Owner of the Ayurvedic Health Center. Cost is $20. • Herbal Remedies for Allergies: Come learn to use Stinging Nettles, Eleuthero, Eyebright, and more to prevent allergies and/or reduce allergic response. Taught by Michele Sanger, Herbalist/ Owner, on Sun., April 7 from 10am-noon at Living Earth Herbs (1411 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham). Cost is $20. More info: 360734-3207 or herbs@livingearthherbs.com.

Free Classes at Lotus Yoga – Spring

quarter free classes at Ferndale’s Lotus Yoga. This is an opportunity to try a class and see if it is a good fit for you. Certified Iyengar Yoga teacher Meg Sutton, has been teaching yoga for 15 years. Her experience working in physical therapy informs her teaching as does many years of on-going study and practice. Classes range from gentle, to intermediate, to family yoga! Free classes are: Mon., April 8, Iyengar Yoga Basics, 9:30-10:45am AND 6:30-7:45pm. Wed., April 10, Yoga Essentials (beginning intermediate class), 5:45-7pm. And Thurs., April 18, Gentle Yoga/Backcare, 9:30-10:45am. Lotus Yoga is located in London Health Center (2376 Main St., Ferndale). Free admission. More info: 360-820-4007, meg@whatcomlotusyoga.com or www.whatcomlotusyoga.com.

Day headquarters will be at Zuanich Point Park, Squalicum Boathouse, from 11am1pm. For the full list of events at local parks (Whatcom Falls, Larrabee, Hovander, Stimpson Reserve, Peace Arch, Lake Padden and more) visit: www.recreationnorthwest.org/events/ parkscriptions-day. More info: info@parkscriptions.org or www.facebook.com/events/238640910350411.

Naked Yoga – Join this small (up to 10

participants), open level class for a freeing, powerful, and delightful yoga experience! Taught by a certified yoga instructor, all bodies and genders are truly welcome. Bring your own mats, towels and any props. This class is appropriate for both yoga first-timers and those more experienced. Nudity is mandatory, however, women and trans folx are permitted to wear bottoms for any reason and anything else that affirms your gender. Please contact us if you have questions, concerns, or suggestions in this regard. Participants must be sober, respect boundaries, and 18+. On Sat., April 20 at 11am at WinkWink (1303 Commercial St., Suite 1, Bellingham). Admission is $15 / must preregister. More info: 360-9900225, info@winkwinkboutique.com or www.winkwinkboutique.com.

Whatcom Parkscriptions Day –

Whatcom Parkscriptions Day (Sun., April 28) is an opportunity for the people in our community to connect with positive outdoor experiences, and reap the many proven health benefits of time spent in nature. There will be a variety of free hosted events, offering a variety of experiences, at various parks throughout Whatcom County. Whatcom Parkscriptions

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Beginner Irish Dance Classes for Kids and Adults (ages 4 and up) –

The Penk-O’Donnell School of Irish Dance Bellingham is offering weekly classes for Beginner Irish Dance every Tuesday from 5:30-6:30pm at the Majestic Ballroom (1027 N. Forest St.). The classes will be held downstairs. First class is free, and after that it is $50 per month per dancer. Kaleigh Jeffers, TCRG, is the only certified Irish dance teacher in Whatcom County! Kaleigh will be teaching at the Bellingham branch of the Penk-O’Donnell School of Irish Dance, where she danced for 18+ years. This school is home to countless Champions! Including Regional and National Champions and top 5 dancers at the World Championships. There will be many opportunities to compete and also to perform in our community! More info: 360-966-3442 or paula@blarneyhouse.com.

Weekly Dancing – Learn to folk dance

to a variety of international music. Skagit Anacortes Folk Dancers meet Tuesdays at the Bayview Civic Hall, 12615 C St. in Bayview, Skagit County. Summer schedule includes review at 7pm, followed by request dances until 9pm. The first session is free, $5 thereafter. • Live Band Dances will be held on Saturdays at 7:15pm, preceded by a potluck at 6pm. Osem will play on April 27; a $15 donation is requested. • All are welcome. Good exercise, great fun. No partners needed. Contact Gary at 360-766-6866 or safdancers@hotmail.com for more info.

Scottish Country Dancing Classes –

Come learn and enjoy the social dancing of Scotland. It’s a lot like square dancing, but with lively Scottish music and unique steps and figures. Exercise for your body and brain. Everyone welcome! No partner needed. Soft shoes or slippers recommended. Wednesdays from 7:30-9:30pm in the YWCA Ballroom (1026 N. Forest St., Bellingham). For a limited time, entry is by free will donation. More info: www.bellinghamscd.org.

Thursday Evening Balkan Folk Dancing – Every Thursday evening,

Fourth Corner Folk Dancers meet at the Fairhaven Branch Library (1117 12th St.,

Bellingham), from 7-9pm, to dance and learn the traditional dances from the Balkans and Eastern Europe. All are welcome, and this is suitable for all ages. No partner or experience is necessary. A $5 donation is requested, and first-timers are free. • Zakuska is a group of talented singers and instrumentalists who sing and play traditional Balkan dance tunes from Bulgaria, Macedonia, Serbia, Romania, Albania, Turkey, Croatia, Israel, Greece and Hungary. They will play for a Saturday Party on April 6 from 7-10:30pm at the Squalicum Yacht Club (2633 S. Squalicum Harbor Rd.). A $15 donation is requested. More info: 360-380-0456.

Israeli Dancing – Put on your dancing

shoes and join Congregation Beth Israel (751 San Juan Blvd., Bellingham) for Israeli dancing after the Shabbat service and potluck dinner on the first Friday of the month (April 5) at 7:45pm in the social hall. Free admission. More info: 360-7338890, office@bethisraelbellingham.org or bethisraelbellingham.org.

Traditional Jazz – Listen and dance to

the New Orleans/Dixieland music of the Maple Leaf Jazz Band on Sat., April 6 from 2-5pm at Bellingham’s VFW Hall (625 N. State St.). Presented by the Bellingham Traditional Jazz Society, enjoy fine acoustics, a large wooden dance floor, snacks and beverages. Admission is $12 general / $6 students / $10 members. Info: www.bellinghamjazz.com.

Pearls and Lace April Prom – Join us

for our Annual Spring Prom at Bellingham Dance Company on Sat., April 6 from 7:30-10pm (1844 N. State St.). Intro lesson for the rumba, followed by a mix of music for all things swing, ballroom, Latin and country. Bring a friend and come dance with us. Admission is $12 general / $10 students, seniors, and military. More info: 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

BRD presents “Groundwork” –

Bellingham Repertory Dance presents “Groundwork” in collaboration with Vytal Movement Dance (Spokane, WA) and fellow local company, Hannah Andersen

Dance. This split-bill evening of dance works will take place on Fri. & Sat., April 12 & 13 at 7:30pm at the Firehouse Arts and Events Center (1314 Harris Ave.). By sharing the stage with these two regional dance companies, BRD is proud to continue laying the groundwork for artistic collaborations in the Northwest. Set in an intimate theatre space, this show will captivate audiences of all ages and showcase a diverse spread of contemporary movement forms. Admission is $15-$25 in advance / $18-$28 at the door. For tickets or more info: bhamrep.org.

CONTRA Dance! – Contra dances in

April include Sat., April 13, featuring music by Da Bomb. Caller is Marlin Prowell. Also on Sat., April 27 with music by Heliotrope. Dances are 7-10:30pm at the Fairhaven Library (1117 12th St., Bellingham). All dances taught; no experience required. We are a fragrance-free event. Please do not wear any scented products. Admission is $10-$15 general / $7 students. More info: dance@januscom.com or www.bellinghamcountrydance.org.

Peace Dancing – The Peace Dances are mantric meditations in motion, with live music. The focus is finding unity in the singing of a sacred phrase, inspired by a large variety of religious traditions from around the world. All dances are taught each time; come alone or bring a friend. Admission by donation; no one turned away for lack of funds. Takes place Sun., April 14 from 6-8pm at Skagit Unitarian Fellowship (500 W. Section St., Mount Vernon). More info: 360-629-9190, jstplnfolk@gmail.com or www.seattledup.org.

Swing Connection Dance – The Swing

Connection returns to the Pioneer Pavillon Community Center (2007 Cherry St., Ferndale), for the 2019 Ferndale Arts Commission Swing into Spring dance on Sat., April 27, from 7-9pm. There is no charge for this family-friendly event, and refreshments will be served. Dance lessons will be available at the beginning of the event. So put on your dancing shoes, and get out for an evening of great swing music. More info: 360-714-0054, lauren-don-phillips@comcast.net or www.swingconnection.org.

BAAY Dance Company Showcase –

See this enthusiastic group of young performers ages 9-16 take the stage on Fri. & Sat., May 3 & 4 at 7pm at the BAAY Theatre (1059 N. State St.). The performances will feature a mix of dance styles from lyrical to jazz to musical theatre. Admission by donation at the door! More info: www.baay.org.

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APRIL 2019 MONDAY 4/1/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm, free, 360-770-5129, rhamar60@gmail.com or www.skagitart.org. (pg. 26)

Clarence Moriwaki discusses Lessons of the Japanese American Exclusion, Whatcom

Museum Old City Hall, 12:30-1:30pm, free, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. Experience Brain Fitness, Bellingham Public Library, 1:15-2:15pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Spring Movie Matinee (G/PG; call for title), Bellingham Public Library, 2-4pm, free, 360778-7200, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic, Bellingham Public Library, 4:30-

7pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. (pg. 27) “Ship of Fools” Exhibit Opening, Cooper Lanza Gallery, 5-7pm, free, 360-223-5352, cooperlanzagallery@gmail.com or www.cooperlanzagallery.com. (pg. 24) T’ai Chi Class, St. James Presbyterian Church, 5:15-6:15pm, 360-389-5754, LindaTaiChi@comcast.net. (pg. 13) HNW Chorus Rehearsal, Mount Vernon Community Center, 6:30-9pm, free, 360-201-5861, cherabari@comcast.net or www.harmonynorthwest.org. (pg. 8) Acoustic Open Mic, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 7-10pm, no cover, 360-734-2490, www.facebook.com/VillageInnPubEatery or villageinnnpub@comcast.net. (pg. 8)

TUESDAY 4/2/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Hogwarts Express Spring Break Kids Camp (begins), Ragfinery, 10am-2pm, 360-738-6977 or www.ragfinery.com.

Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30am-11:45am, $10 first class, 360-656-6699, YogawithJoani@yahoo.com or www.yogawithjoani.com. (pg. 13) T’ai Chi Class (some experience), Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:30am-12:30pm. (pg. 13) Shibashi Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 2-2:30pm, free, jjohnson@cob.org, 360-7787217 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Spring Movie Matinee (G/PG; call for title), Bellingham Public Library, 2-4pm, free, 360778-7200, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Chair Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 3-3:45pm, free, 360-778-7217. Home Item Repair Workshop (learn to repair toys, small kitchen appliances, electric tools), Bellingham Public Library, 5-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.nwfreerepairs.wordpress.com.

Author Event: Anders Carlson-Wee and “The Low Passions,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free,

360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com. Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9pm, 1st time free / $5 thereafter, 360-766-6866, safdancers@hotmail.com. (pg. 14) Late Night Swing Dance (Lindy Hop, Balboa, EC Swing), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com, www.bellinghamdancecompany.com or 360-224-4082.

WEDNESDAY 4/3/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of

Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, $232 or $66 per day, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net, 360-3196115 or www.studio-ufo.net. (pg. 24)

BMC presents winners of WWU Competition, Trinity Lutheran Church, 10:30-11:30am, free, bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com, 360-3056526 or www.bellinghammusicclub.org. (pg. 8) T’ai Chi Class (beginners), Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:15am-12:15pm. (pg. 13)

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Lorraine Robinson, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm, no

cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances. (pg. 8)

Local Art Exhibit at the Anacortes Library,

Friends of the Anacortes Library Community Room, 1-2pm, free. (pg. 24)

Mount Vernon Ukulele Fun & Song Circle

(loaner ukes available), Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1-2pm, by donation, 360-416-1585, yogaheartspace0@gmail.com. Spring Movie Matinee (G/PG; call for title), Bellingham Public Library, 2-4pm, free, 360778-7200, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Gallery Syre Opening, 6-9pm, free, info@davidsyreart.com or www.davidsyreart.com. (pg. 25) Murder & Mayhem with Todd Warger, Sumas Library, 6:45-7:45pm, free, 360-988-2501, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

BGC: “Retire Into Your Garden with Ease,” Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room, 7-9pm, free, 360-384-6250, www.birchwoodgardenclub.org. (pg. 27)

“Home Cooking” With Kate McDermott,

Evolve Chocolate + Cafe, 7-8pm, ticketed, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com. (pg. 32) The Cory Weeds Quartet, Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7-9pm, $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members free, 360-319-3230, info@wjmac.org or www.wjmac.org. (pg. 8) Scottish Country Dancing Class, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm, freewill donation, 360671-3806, www.bellinghamscd.org. (pg. 14) Late Night Latin Dancing (Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha, Rumba), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

THURSDAY 4/4/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30-11:45am, $10 first class, 360-656-6699, YogawithJoani@yahoo.com or www.yogawithjoani.com. (pg. 13)

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. Spring Movie Matinee (G/PG; call for title), Bellingham Public Library, 2-4pm, free, 360778-7200, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Live at the Piano Lounge: Joe and Carol Young, Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/all-performances. (pg. 8)

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APRIL 2019 Introduction to Ayurvedic Herbs, Living Earth Herbs, 6:30-8:30pm, $20, 360-734-3207, herbs@livingearthherbs.com. (pg. 13)

Stress and Worry Management with Maureen Kane, Community Food Coop, 6:30-8pm, $10 / must preregister, 360-734-8158, www.communityfood.coop/classes/healthyconnections-classes.

Balkan Folk Dancing Thursday Evening,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7-9pm, $5 donation requested, 360-380-0456. (pg. 14)

Those Were the Days: Sherrie Kahn and the Pacific Northwest Opera Jazz Trio, Lairmont Manor, 7-9:30pm, $75, 360-610-7249, info@PNOpera.org. (pg. 28)

Tuesday Long Pose Figure Studies,

BellinghamArt, 7-9:30pm, $15 per session / $52 for 4 consecutive sessions paid in advance, 360-820-1271, marydmorton@yahoo.com or www.bellinghamart.com. (pg. 25) “Mamma Mia!,” McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm, $23-$40, www.mcintryehall.org or 360-417-7727. (pg. 4) Music Jam, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 8-11pm, no cover. (pg. 8)

Late Night West Coast Swing Dancing (West Coast Swing, Nightclub 2 Step, Blues and

Fusion), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com, 360224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

FRIDAY 4/5/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Big Spring Book Sale, Lynden Public Library, 10am-4:30pm, free, 360-354-4883, president@lyndenlibraryfriends.org. (pg. 28)

United States Coast Guard Woodwind Quintet Recital and Masterclass, WWU

Concert Hall, 3-5pm & 7:30pm, free, 360-650-3133, lisa.mccarthy@wwu.edu or https://cfpa.wwu.edu/event/us-coast-guardwoodwind-quintet. (pg. 8) Spring Movie Matinee (G/PG; call for title), Bellingham Public Library, 2-4pm, free, 360778-7200, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Art Show Reception, Scott Milo Gallery, 6pm, free, 360-293-6938, gallery@scott.milo.com or www.scottmilo.com. (pg. 25) First Friday Artwalk, Historic Anacortes, 6-9pm, free, 360-293-6938 or www.anacortesart.com.

“Delicious” Opening Reception, Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery, 6-9pm, free, 360-734-1340, framr4u@aol.com or www.fourthcornerframes.com. (pg. 25)

Make.Shift April Art Walk: “Analog Preservation: The Life & Death of Image & Sound,” Make.Shift Art Space, 6-10pm, free,

360-933-1849, gallery@makeshiftproject.com or www.makeshiftproject.com.

Opening Reception: “Artists Who Happen to be Veterans,” Bank of the Pacific, 6-9pm, free,

360-734-0544, brotter@bankofthepacific.com. (pg. 25) Paddling Film Festival: 2019 World Tour, BTC, 6:30-9:30pm, $15, 360-738-7664 or info@moondancekayak.com. (pg. 35)

Author Event: Molly Hite and “Class Porn,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free, 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 32)

“Jock’s Jocks” Book Presentation & Lecture,

Littlefield Celtic Center, 7-9pm, $20-$25. 360-416-4934, events@celticarts.org or https://celticarts.org/celtic-events. (pg. 27) Karla Bonoff, Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm, $29-$44 / $2 off members, 360-336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 8) Learn to Pray and Heal, Mount Baker Theatre, 7:30-8:30pm, free, 360-733-6070, clerkcsbellingham@yahoo.com or christiansciencebellingham.com. (pg. 27) “Mamma Mia!,” McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm. (pg. 4) Israeli Dancing, Congregation Beth Israel, 7:45-9pm, free, office@bethisraelbellingham.org, 360-733-8890 or bethisraelbellingham.org. (pg. 14) Ballroom and Country Dancing, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10pm, $5, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. Karaoke, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 9pm-1:30am.

SATURDAY 4/6/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 9am-6pm. Big Spring Book Sale, Lynden Public Library, 10am-4:30pm. (pg. 28)

Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+,

Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon, free, nwsinglesclub@gmail.com. (pg. 35) Backyard Chicken, Blaine Library, 10:30amnoon, free, 360-305-3637, info@wcls.org or https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. (pg. 27) Kake Hashi, Ferndale Library, 10:30am12:30pm, free, 360-384-3647, wendykunstmassey@yahoo.com or www.cityofferndale.org/kakihashi. (pg. 29)

Eat Local First Food & Farm Finder Release,

Bellingham Farmers Market, 11am-3pm, free, 360-647-7093, diana@sustainableconnections.org or https://eatlocalfirst.org/all-events. (pg. 35) Volunteer Orientation, Bellingham Makerspace, 11am-12:30pm, free, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or https://bellinghamfoundry.com/posts/ volunteer-orientation. (pg. 35)

Demo with Fiber Artist Janice Hartwell,

Whatcom Art Market, noon-4pm, free, 360738-8564, www.whatcomartmarket.org. (pg. 24) Small Looms Clinic for Weavers, Bellingham Public Library, noon-3pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. (pg. 34) Spring Fling Bingo, Ferndale Senior Activity Center, noon-4pm, $20, 360-384-6244, manager.fsac@gmail.com. (pg. 28)

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Local Art Exhibit at the Anacortes Library,

Friends of the Anacortes Library Community Room, 1-2pm, free. (pg. 24) “Photo-Voltaic and Other Solar Power,” Blaine Library, 1-2pm, free, 360-305-3637, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. (pg. 27)

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Intro to Drawing (3 sessions) begins,

Bellingham Makerspace, 1:30-3:30pm, $30, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or www.eventbrite.com/e/intro-to-drawingtickets-55618474354. Traditional Jazz, VFW Hall, 2-5pm, $10 members / $6 students / $12 general, 360-371-7030, www.bellinghamjazz.com. Deming Poetry Circle, Deming Library, 3-4:30pm, free, 360-592-2422, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. (pg. 32)

Author Event: Carolyn Koehnline and “Clearing Clutter as a Sacred Act,” Village

Books, 4-5pm, free, events@villagebooks.com, 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com. Lindsay Street (Irish/English traditional), Old World Deli, 6-8pm, no cover, 360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac.com or www.facebook.com/pg/Old-WorldDeli-97904373105/events.

National Tartan Day Pacific Northwest Piping Showcase, Littlefield Celtic Center, 7-9pm, $20-$25. (pg. 27)

Trio Sueno (Latin, flamenco), The Vault Wine Bar, 7-9pm, no cover, info@vaultwine.com, 360-392-0955 or https://thevaultwine.com. “Mamma Mia!,” McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm. (pg. 4) Pearls and Lace April Prom, Bellingham Dance Company, 7:30-10pm, $12 general / $10 students, seniors, and military, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. (pg. 14)

Zakuska plays for First Saturday Folk Dance Party, Squalicum Yacht Club, 7:30-10:30pm, $15 donation requested. (pg. 14)

SUNDAY 4/7/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 9am-6pm. Big Spring Book Sale, Lynden Public Library, 10am-1pm. (pg. 28)

Herbal Remedies for Allergies, Living Earth

Herbs, Living Earth Herbs, 10am-noon, $20, 360-734-3207, herbs@livingearthherbs.com. (pg. 13) Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm, free, 510-375-2603, Roselotus@aol.com or www.facebook.com/tsikh76. (pg. 35) Old City Hall History Tour, Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 12:30-1:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 31) Roeder Home Tour, 1-3pm, free, 360-384-3444, www.whatcomcounty.us/2146/Roeder-Home. (pg. 31)

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. “Mamma Mia!,” McIntyre Hall, 2pm. (pg. 4)

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APRIL 2019 Poetry Event: Betty Scott and “Central Heating” with Music by J.P. Falcon Grady and Rev. Tessie Mandeville, Village Books,

Free Yoga Essentials Class, Lotus Yoga/London Health Center, 5:45-7pm. (pg. 13)

Museum Advocates: Children’s Book Author Paul Owen Lewis Shares His Work, Whatcom

Sunday Jazz in the Bay: Sonja Lee Quintet,

360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com. (pg. 25)

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

4-5pm, free, events@villagebooks.com, 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com. Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, free, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

MONDAY 4/8/2019 Color Theory for Painters (3 sessions) begins, Whatcom Community College, 9:30am-noon, $109, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net, 360-3833200 or www.studio-ufo.net. (pg. 25) Free Iyengar Yoga Basics Class, Lotus Yoga/ London Health Center, 9:30-10:45am & 6:30-7:45pm, 360-820-4007 or www.whatcomlotusyoga.com. (pg. 13) Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Experience Brain Fitness, Bellingham Public Library, 1:15-2:15pm, free, 360-778-7217 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Whatcom Genealogical Society Meeting, Bellingham Elks Lodge, 2-4pm, free, 360-733-8300. (pg. 31)

WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic, Bellingham Public Library. (pg. 27) T’ai Chi Class, St. James Presbyterian Church, 5:15-6:15pm. (pg. 13)

Throwing 2&3: Intermediate to Advanced Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel (6 weeks) begins, Baker Creek Ceramics, 6-8:30pm, $275, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com, 360393-5458 or www.bakercreekceramics.com. HNW Chorus Rehearsal, Mount Vernon Community Center, 6:30-9pm. (pg. 8) Acoustic Open Mic, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 7-10pm. (pg. 8)

Throwing 1&2: Beginning to Intermediate Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel (6 weeks) begins, Baker Creek Ceramics, 6-9pm, $210,

Museum Old City Hall, noon-1pm, free, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Kevin Woods Group featuring Frank Russo,

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930. Dog Day Afternoons at the Library, South Whatcom Library, 3:30-5:30pm, free / must preregister, 360-305-3632. (pg. 29)

The Realities of Advanced Medical Interventions, Sonlight Community CRC

“Germany by Bike” with Marjie and Kasey Bell, Deming Library, 6:30-8pm, free /

Whatcom Writers and Publishers Monthly Meeting, Nicki’s Bella Marina, 6-8:30pm, free,

360-319-8366, caithiseach@gmail.com or www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org. (pg. 32) Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7-9pm, $15 general / $5 students / WJMAC members free. (pg. 8)

Church, 7-8:30pm, free, 360-510-1769.

Scottish Country Dancing Class, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm. (pg. 14)

Late Night Latin Dancing (Salsa, Bachata,

Merengue, Cha Cha, Rumba), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, 360-224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

THURSDAY 4/11/2019 CASCADIA Women’s Film Festival, $12 per

screening event, info@cascadiafilmfest.org, 360543-0149 or www.cascadiafilmfest.org. (pg. 36)

Clay Intensive: Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel and Handbuilding (6 weeks) begins,

Baker Creek Ceramics, 9:30am-noon, $275, 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com. (pg. 25) Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center, 10:30am-11:45am, $10 first class, 360-656-6699, YogawithJoani@yahoo.com or www.yogawithjoani.com. (pg. 13)

Live at the Piano Lounge: J.P. Falcon Grady, Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm. (pg. 8)

refreshments, 360-592-2422, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

Throwing 1: Beginning Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel with Finley (6 weeks) begins,

Baker Creek Ceramics, 6:30-9pm, $180, 360-393-5458 or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Author Event: Steve Hughes in Conversation with Maria McLeod: “Stiff,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free, events@villagebooks.com, 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com.

Balkan Folk Dancing Thursday Evening,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7-9pm. (pg. 14)

Fly Fishing Film Tour 2019, Historic Lincoln

Theatre, 7pm, $15 advance / $20 at the door, 360-336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 35)

Tuesday Long Pose Figure Studies, BellinghamArt, 7-9:30pm. (pg. 25)

Historical Society: “Local Rock & Roll Bands of the 50s and 60s,” Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 7:30-9pm, $5 suggested donation, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

TUESDAY 4/9/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30am-11:45am, $10 first class, 360-6566699 or www.yogawithjoani.com. (pg. 13) T’ai Chi Class (some experience), Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:30am-12:30pm. (pg. 13) Shibashi Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 2-2:30pm, free, jjohnson@cob.org, 360-7787217 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Chair Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 3-3:45pm, free, 360-778-7217. Home Item Repair Workshop (learn to repair toys, small kitchen appliances, electric tools), Bellingham Public Library, 5-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7217 or jjohnson@cob.org. Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9pm. (pg. 14) Late Night Swing Dance (Lindy Hop, Balboa, EC Swing), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com, 360224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

WEDNESDAY 4/10/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm. (pg. 24)

T’ai Chi Class (beginners), Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:15am-12:15pm. (pg. 13)

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Linda Roorda, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm. (pg. 8)

Mount Vernon Ukulele Fun & Song Circle

(loaner ukes available), Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1-2pm, by donation, 360-416-1585, yogaheartspace0@gmail.com. Backyard Chicken, Blaine Library, 4pm. (pg. 27) Submit your event info online at www.ennw.info/submit-an-event. Thank you!

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APRIL 2019 “Mamma Mia!,” McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm. (pg. 4) Music Jam, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 8-11pm, no cover. (pg. 8)

Late Night West Coast Swing Dancing (West Coast Swing, Nightclub 2 Step, Blues and

Fusion), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

FRIDAY 4/12/2019 CASCADIA Women’s Film Festival, $12 per

screening event, info@cascadiafilmfest.org, 360543-0149 or www.cascadiafilmfest.org. (pg. 36) Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Coloring for Good Health, Blaine Library, 3-4:30pm, free, 360-305-3637, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. Barkley Village Wine Walk, Barkley Village, 5-8pm, $30, info@barkleyvillage.com, 360671-6450 or www.bellinghamwinewalk.com. (pg. 28) Make Word Art on the Vinyl Cutter, Bellingham Makerspace, 5:30-6:30pm, $20, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or bellinghammakerspace.eventbrite.com. Sons of Norway Potluck/Program, Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 6pm, bring something to share / enter from the north side, 360-715-2186.

Author Event: Koe Creation and “This Heart Holds Many,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free, 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com.

North Cascades Concert Band featuring Staff Sergeant Harry Ong, WCC Syre Center,

7:30pm, by donation, www.nccband.org. (pg. 9) Väsen, Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm, $20-$35 / $2 off members, 360-336-8955 or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 9) Ballroom and Country Dancing, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10pm, $5, 360-224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. Karaoke, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 9pm-1:30am. (pg. 8)

SATURDAY 4/13/2019 CASCADIA Women’s Film Festival, $12 per

screening event, 360-543-0149, or www.cascadiafilmfest.org. (pg. 36) 22nd Chess Jam (K-12th grade), Ferndale High School, 8:45am-3:45pm, $17, kaechster@gmail.com or northwestchess.info. (pg. 29) Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 9am-6pm. Garden Mask Workshop, Baker Creek Ceramics, 9am-noon, $45, 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com. (pg. 25) Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon. (pg. 35)

Computer Science Club (6-9th grades, 6 meetings) begins, WWU Communication

$10, info@altlib.org or http://altlib.org. (pg. 8) “Groundwork,” Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 7:30pm, $15-$25 advance / $18-$28 at the door, bhamrep.org. (pg. 14) “Mamma Mia!,” McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm. (pg. 4)

Building, 10am-noon, $135, youth@wwu.edu or https://ee.wwu.edu/youth-programs/ programs/computer-science-club-spring. Do The Bloom Color Run, Anacortes Depot Arts Center, 10am, $25 adults / $15 kids under 12 / $10 1 mile run, 360-293-6211, events@anacortesartsfestival.com or www.anacortesartsfestival.com. (pg. 30)

Entertainment News Northwest ~ April 2019

Future Jazz featuring Naomi Moon Siegel Quintet, Alternative Library, 7:30pm-11:00pm,

Kiwanis Compost Sale, Sehome High School

Parking Lot, 10am-4pm, $6 per 40lb. bag, jgregw@aol.com. (pg. 27) Mindport’s Correspondence Club, Mindport Exhibits, 10:30am-12:30pm, free, 360-647-5614, publicity@mindport.org or www.mindport.org.

Demo with Metal Artist Walt Hekala,

Whatcom Art Market, 11am-2pm, free, 360-738-8564, www.whatcomartmarket.org.

“Julian Is a Mermaid” with Jessica Love,

Deming Library, 11am-noon, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. Self Defense for Women, Blaine Library, 11am-3pm, free, 360-305-3637, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. (pg. 34) The Evernote App for Genealogists, Burlington Public Library, 1-3pm, free, 360-755-0760, genealogy0715@gmail.com or www.skagitvalleygenealogy.org. Watercolor Sketchbook Journal Class, The Chipper Bird, 1-4pm, $40, 360-788-4273, colleenozora.artist@gmail.com.

Women Sharing Hope: 20th Annual Handbag Auction & Champagne Luncheon, BTC Settlemyer Hall, 1-4pm, $50, info@womensharinghope.org or www.womensharinghope.org/events. (pg. 28) BUG Monthly Jam, St. James Presbyterian Church, 1:30-4pm, by donation, 360-393-1054, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com. (pg. 9)

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

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CALENDAR

APRIL 2019 Author Event: Phoebe Wahl and “Backyard Fairies” (grades K-5), Ferndale Library, 2-3pm, free, 360-384-3647, www.wcls.org. (pg. 32)

History Harvest, Lynden Library, 2-5pm, free, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events or 360-354-4883. (pg. 31-32)

Lend Us Your Ears: Itamar Moses’ “Bach at Leipzig,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 2pm,

pay-what-you-will, 360-647-9242, sean@gigglewax.com. (pg. 5) Intro to Epilog Laser Cutter, Bellingham Makerspace, 3-5pm, $60, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or www.eventbrite.com/e/intro-to-the-epilogfusion-laser-cutter-tickets-55250495720. Roller Derby Tripleheader, WCC Pavilion, 3-9pm, $15 adults / $7 ages 8-12 / free ages 7 and under, info@bellinghamrollerbetties.com or www.bellinghamrollerbetties.com. (pg. 30)

Knee Pain Workshop with Author Robin Robertson, Village Books, 4-5pm, free,

360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com. Bilongo Quintet w/ Sabrina Gomez (Salsa, Latin jazz and traditional Afro-Caribbean), Old World Deli, 6-8pm, no cover, 360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac.com or www.facebook.com/pg/Old-WorldDeli-97904373105/event.

Author Event: J. A. Jance and “The A List, An Ali Reynolds Mystery,” Village Books, 7-8pm,

free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com. CONTRA Dance, Fairhaven Library, 7-10:30pm, suggested donation $10-$15 general / $7 students, dance@januscom.com or www.bellinghamcountrydance.org. (pg. 14) Jim Sheridan (singer/songwriter), Christ Episcopal Church, 7-9pm, $7 donation at the door (no one is turned away), 360-927-9085 or www.backstageattheborder.com. (pg. 9)

Musical Benefit for the Bellingham Food Bank with Linda Allen and Friends, Bellingham

Unitarian Fellowship, 7-9pm, $15 suggested donation / no one turned away, 360-920-7533, linda@lindasongs.com or www.lindasongs.com/new-events/https:// www.bellinghamfoodbank.org. (pg. 7) “Groundwork,” Firehouse Arts and Events Center, 7:30pm, $15-$25 advance / $18-$28 at the door, bhamrep.org. (pg. 14) “Mamma Mia!,” McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm. (pg. 4)

North Cascades Concert Band featuring Staff Sergeant Harry Ong, Arlington High School’s

Lynda Byrnes PAC, 7:30pm. (pg. 9) Pianist Cole Anderson, Lairmont Manor, 7:30-9pm, $20 adults / $15 seniors & students, 360-733-4676, solatido@earthlink.net or www.facebook.com/ events/1452301538238249. (pg. 9) “Tiny Houses” with Jesse Durkee, Lummi Island Library, 7:30-9pm, free, 360-758-7145, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

SUNDAY 4/14/2019 CASCADIA Women’s Film Festival, $12 per

screening event, info@cascadiafilmfest.org, 360543-0149 or www.cascadiafilmfest.org. (pg. 36) Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 9am-6pm. Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm. (pg. 35) Old City Hall History Tour, Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 12:30-1:30pm. (pg. 31)

Pickett House Museum Tour and Open House, 1-4pm, free / donations accepted, 360-7335873, daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com. (pg. 32)

Roeder Home Tour, 1-3pm. (pg. 31) Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930. Jazz 2nd Sunday Series, Anacortes Public Library, 2-3:30pm, free, 360-293-1910. (pg. 9) Waltz Tea (Waltz, Viennese Waltz, and Foxtrot), Bellingham Dance Company, 2-4:30pm, $12 general / $10 student, senior and military, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com, 360224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

North Cascades Concert Band featuring Staff Sergeant Harry Ong, Westminster Presbyterian Church (Anacortes), 3pm. (pg. 9)

Sunday @ 3, Jansen Art Center, 3-5pm, free,

360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org. (pg. 9)

“The Mikado,” Mount Baker Theatre, 3-5pm, $30.50-$69.50, 360-734-6080 or tickets@mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 5)

Poetry Event: Paul Hunter and “Clownery: In Lieu of a Life Spent in Harness,” Village

Books, 4-5pm, free, events@villagebooks.com, 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com.

Sunday Jazz in the Bay: Thomas Harris Quintet, Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, free, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

Peace Dancing, Skagit Unitarian Universalist

Fellowship, 5:45-8pm, free / by donation, 360-629-9190 or jstplnfolk@gmail.com. (pg. 14) A Piacere Musica da Camera, Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room, 6-7:30pm, $20 adults / $10 students, 360-303-4014, Bellinghamchambermusic@gmail.com or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org. (pg. 10) Tango by the Bay Milonga, Squalicum Yacht Club, 7:30-10pm, $7 general / $5 members & students, 360-734-5676, bhamusabda@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com.

MONDAY 4/15/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Experience Brain Fitness, Bellingham Public Library, 1:15-2:15pm, free, 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic, Bellingham Public Library. (pg. 27) T’ai Chi Class, St. James Presbyterian Church, 5:15-6:15pm. (pg. 13)

Flower Power Paint Night (21+ event),

Bellingham Makerspace, 5:30-7:30pm, $25 / must preregister, manager@bellinghammakerspace.com or www.eventbrite.com/e/flower-power-paintnight-tickets-55054218650.

Sign Making with the CNC Router (for beginners), Bellingham Makerspace, 6-8pm,

$55, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or www.eventbrite.com/e/sign-making-with-thecnc-router-tickets-54738831318. HNW Chorus Rehearsal, Mount Vernon Community Center, 6:30-9pm. (pg. 8) Acoustic Open Mic, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 7-10pm. (pg. 8) Vaudevillingham, Bellingham Circus Guild’s Cirque Lab, 7pm & 9pm, $5-$10 suggested donation, www.bellinghamcircusguild.com.

TUESDAY 4/16/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center, 10:30am-11:45am, $10 first class, 360-6566699 or www.yogawithjoani.com. (pg. 13)

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CALENDAR

APRIL 2019 T’ai Chi Class (some experience), Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:30am-12:30pm. (pg. 13)

Free Workshop with Nathan Kottkamp: Having the Conversation (about end-of-life care), Village Books, noon-1pm, free,

360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com. Shibashi Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 2-2:30pm, free, jjohnson@cob.org, 360-7787217 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Chair Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 3-3:45pm, free, 360-778-7217. “Julian Is a Mermaid” with Jessica Love, Point Roberts Library, 3-4pm, free, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org. Adult Spelling Bee (ages 18+; prizes, fun, glory!), Burlington Public Library, 6pm, free, 360-755-0760, blibrary@burlingtonwa.gov. Sex-Positive Parenting, WinkWink Studio, 6:30-8pm, $10, 360-990-0225 or www.winkwinkboutique.com. (pg. 34)

Excellence NW Workshop with Dawn Harju: “Boundaries,” Village Books, 7pm, free,

360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com. Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9pm. (pg. 14) Late Night Swing Dance (Lindy Hop, Balboa, EC Swing), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, 360-224-4082, or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

WEDNESDAY 4/17/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm. (pg. 24)

T’ai Chi Class (beginners), Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:15am-12:15pm. (pg. 13)

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Nell Veenstra, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm. (pg. 8)

Local Art Exhibit at the Anacortes Library,

Friends of the Anacortes Library Community Room, 1-2pm, free. (pg. 24)

Mount Vernon Ukulele Fun & Song Circle

(loaner ukes available), Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1-2pm, by donation, 360-416-1585, yogaheartspace0@gmail.com.

“NASA: Colonizing Space” (grades K-5),

Sumas Library, 1-2pm, free, 360-988-2501, www.wcls.org. (pg. 30)

Whiz-Bang Club: Explore the Titantic (grades K-5), Blaine Library, 3-4:30pm, free / must pre-register, 360-305-3637, www.wcls.org.

Spousal Loss Support Group (6 meetings) begins, venue TBA, 6:15-8:15pm, $50,

360-224-6882, kmittet@icloud.com. BUG Song Circle, Roeder Home, 7pm. (pg. 9)

Learn to Think on Your Feet, Improv Playworks Studio, 7-9pm, free, 360-756-0756, sheila@improvplayworks.com or www.improvplayworks.com. (pg. 34)

Wasabi Wednesday and Open Mic Night (featuring host Chuck Dingee), The Vault

Wine Bar, 7-9pm, music free / sushi $$, 360-392-955, joni@thevaultwinebar.com or www.facebook/thevaultwine.

WJMAC presents The Steve Kaldestad Quartet, Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7-9pm, $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members free. (pg. 8) Scottish Country Dancing Class, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm. (pg. 14) Late Night Latin Dancing (Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha, Rumba), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, 360-224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

THURSDAY 4/18/2019 Free Gentle Yoga/Backcare Class, Lotus Yoga/ London Health Center, 9:30-10:45am. (pg. 13)

Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Crones Circle Gathering, The Willows, 10-11:30am, free, 360-595-4485. (pg. 35)

Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center, 10:30am-11:45am, $10 first class, 360-656-6699. (pg. 13)

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930.

Dig Deep (plan, plant, and harvest the library garden), Deming Library, 3-5pm, free / tools

and gloves provided, 360-592-2422, www.wcls.org. Dog Day Afternoons at the Library, South Whatcom Library, 3:30-5:30pm. (pg. 29) Fireside Chat, Seaport Books, 4:30-6pm, free, 360-399-1800, info@seaportbooks.com or www.seaportbooks.com. (pg. 33) Learn to Solder: RGB LED Ball, Bellingham Makerspace, 5-7pm, $30, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or www.eventbrite.com/e/learn-to-solder-rgb-ledball-tickets-54336039557. Live at the Piano Lounge: Mark Urban, Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm. (pg. 8)

Balkan Folk Dancing Thursday Evening,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7-9pm. (pg. 14)

Chuckanut Radio Hour Featuring Laura Kalpakian, WCC Heiner Theater, 7pm, $5,

360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 33)

Tuesday Long Pose Figure Studies, BellinghamArt, 7-9:30pm. (pg. 25)

Jansen Jazz Band Concert, Jansen Art Center,

7:30-9pm, $10, info@jansenartcenter.org, www.jansenartcenter.org/events/jansen-jazzband-concert-0318 or 360-354-3600. (pg. 10) Monty Python’s “Life of Brian,” Historic Lincoln Theatre, 7:30pm, $12 general / $10 members / special screening with no passes, 360-336-8955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 35) Music Jam, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 8-11pm, no cover. (pg. 8) Late Night West Coast Swing Dancing (West Coast Swing, Nightclub 2 Step, Blues and Fusion), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, 360-224-4082 or mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com.

FRIDAY 4/19/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Make Art: Handbuilding (ages 6+), Bellingham

Makerspace, 4-6pm, $10, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or www.eventbrite.com/e/make-art-handbuildingtickets-55618873548. (pg. 34) WWU Chamber Music Concert, Solstice Senior Living, 5-5:45pm, free, 360-650-3133, lisa.mccarthy@wwu.edu. Buffett Beach Bash, Anacortes Port Transit Shed, 6-11pm, $45, 360-293-6211 or www.AnacortesArtsFestival.com. (pg. 10)

Fairhaven Family Story Night with the Bellingham Storyteller’s Guild, Fairhaven Library, 6pm intro / 7-8:30pm professional stories, free, 360-714-9631 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Author Event: Samuel Gailey and “The Guilt We Carry,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free,

360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com. Bobby Lee’s Grand Affair, VFW Hall Post 1585, 7-10pm, donations at the door to refurbish Bobby Lee’s Last Grand, 360-303-7101. (pg. 10)

”Time For A Change Bellingham:” A Benefit To Raise Mental Health Awareness, Mount

Baker Theatre, 7pm, $20/$12, www.timeforachangebellingham.org. (pg. 28) Whatcom Literacy Council Trivia Bee, BTC Settlemyer Hall, 7pm, $15/$5, 360-752-8678, events@whatcomliteracy.org. See page 00. Lost in the 50s, 60s, and 70s, The Majestic, 7:15-10pm, $10 general / $7 members and students, 360-734-5676, bhamusabda@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com. Ballroom and Country Dancing, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10pm, $5, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com. Rewinders (70-classic rock), Steakhouse 9, 8-11pm, $5 suggestion donation, 360-510-0654, terhimiikkib@yahoo.com. Karaoke, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 9pm-1:30am.

SATURDAY 4/20/2019 Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser, Ferndale Senior

Activity Center, 8-10:30am, $6 adults / $3 children up to age 12 / under 6 free, 360-3846244, manager.fsac@gmail.com. (pg. 28-29) Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 9am-6pm. Flapjack/Easter Egg Hunt Breakfast, Applebee’s Restaurant, 9-11am, $10, 360-510-7716, lovethatbling2@yahoo.com. (pg. 29) Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon. (pg. 35) Worms and Composting, Blaine Library, 10am-noon, free, 360-305-3637, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

Entertainment News Northwest ~ April 2019

360.599.6827

CALENDAR

APRIL 2019 From the Self, to the Infinite: An Experiential Meditation Workshop, Unity Spiritual Center

of Bellingham, 10am-2pm, $60, 360-733-2270, office@unitybellingham.org or www.unitybellingham.org.

Demo with Recycling Artist Jenn Parker,

Whatcom Art Market, 11am-2pm, free, 360738-8564, www.whatcomartmarket.org. (pg. 24) Naked Yoga, WinkWink Studio, 11am-12:15pm, $15 / preregister, 360-990-0225, info@winkwinkboutique.com or www.winkwinkboutique.com. (pg. 13)

Molded Paper Making from Garden Waste Workshop, Lynden Library, noon-2pm, free, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events, 360-354-4883. (pg. 34) Dog Day Afternoons at the Library, Blaine Library, 1-3pm. (pg. 29)

Local Art Exhibit at the Anacortes Library,

Friends of the Anacortes Library Community Room, 1-2pm, free. (pg. 24)

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Kids Author Event: R.A. Cook and “Calvin Splinter & His Splendid Splinter Ideas,”

Village Books, 4-5pm, free, 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com. Buffett Beach Bash, Anacortes Port Transit Shed, 6-11pm. (pg. 10) Roger Yamashita Trio, Old World Deli, 6-8pm, no cover, 360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac. com or www.oldworlddeli1.com/music-events.

Author Event: David Vann and “Halibut on the Moon,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com.

SUNDAY 4/21/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 9am-6pm. Barkley Village Easter Egg Hunt, Barkley Village Green, 11am & noon, free, 360-671-6450, info@barkleyvillage.com or www.barkleyvillage.com/events. (pg. 30) Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm. (pg. 35) Old City Hall History Tour, Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 12:30-1:30pm. (pg. 31)

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930.

Local Art Exhibit at the Anacortes Library,

Friends of the Anacortes Library Community Room, 2-3pm, free. (pg. 24) Sunday Jazz in the Bay: Easter Sunday (TBD), Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, free, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

MONDAY 4/22/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Experience Brain Fitness, Bellingham Public Library, 1:15-2:15pm, free, 360-778-7217 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic, Bellingham Public Library. (pg. 27) T’ai Chi Class, St. James Presbyterian Church, 5:15-6:15pm. (pg. 13)

HNW Chorus Rehearsal, Mount Vernon Community Center, 6:30-9pm. (pg. 8)

Acoustic Open Mic, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 7-10pm. (pg. 8)

TUESDAY 4/23/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

Bellingham Reads Book Discussion Group (“Yes, Chef” by Marcus Samuelson),

Bellingham Public Library, 6:30-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7236, www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Audubon Society: “Glacial and Post Glacial Influence on the Northwest Washington Environment” with Geologist Dan McShane,

Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 7-9pm, $5 suggested donation, 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org. Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9pm. (pg. 14) Learn to Think on Your Feet, Improv Playworks Studio, 7-9pm. (pg. 34) Late Night Swing Dance (Lindy Hop, Balboa, EC Swing), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, 360-224-4082 or mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com.

WEDNESDAY 4/24/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Open Studio Painting, Trish Harding School of

Art at Studio UFO, 10am-3pm. (pg. 24) T’ai Chi Class (beginners), Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:15am-12:15pm. (pg. 13) “Let’s Talk About Race,” Northwood Hall Event Center, 11:30am-1:30pm, $13 members / $18 non-members / $5 age 29 or younger, www.bellinghamcityclub.org. (pg. 27)

Wednesday Lunchtime Music: Emily Bailey, Jansen Art Center, noon-1pm. (pg. 8)

Mount Vernon Ukulele Fun & Song Circle

(loaner ukes available), Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1-2pm, by donation, 360-416-1585, yogaheartspace0@gmail.com. Container Gardening, Blaine Library, 4-6pm, free, 360-305-3637, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. The Bill Anschell Trio, Sylvia Center for the Arts, 7-9pm, $10 general / $5 students / WJMAC members free. (pg. 8)

Finding Funders for Your Nonprofit, Bellingham Public Library, 1-2:30pm, free, 360-778-7210, dbrewer@cob.org.

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. Dog Day Afternoons at the Library, South Whatcom Library, 3:30-5:30pm. (pg. 29)

Youth Poetry Workshop: Kids for Peace Write Now (ages 4-18), Village Books, 4-5:30pm, free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com.

Coding with the Adafruit Circuit Playground Express, Bellingham Makerspace, 4:30-6:30pm, $65, www.eventbrite.com/e/coding-with-theadafruit-circuit-playground-expresstickets-57149421458. (pg. 34) Advanced Care Planning for Dementia, Lynden Library, 6-7:30pm, free, 360-354-4883, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

Live at the Piano Lounge: Soul Shadows, Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm. (pg. 8)

Author Event: Janelle Bruland and “The Success Lie,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free,

360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com.

Balkan Folk Dancing Thursday Evening,

Fairhaven Branch Library, 7-9pm. (pg. 14)

Kid’Sax Ensemble, Greene’s Corner, 7-8pm, no

cover, 360-306-8137, markelly@oz.net. (pg. 10)

“Robin Hood,” Sedro-Woolley High School Theatre, 7-9pm, $5 students and seniors / $10 general, 360-855-3510, nhodgins@swsd101.org. (pg. 5)

Tuesday Long Pose Figure Studies, BellinghamArt, 7-9:30pm. (pg. 25)

Music Jam, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 8-11pm. Late Night West Coast Swing Dancing (West

Coast Swing, Nightclub 2 Step, Blues and Fusion), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

FRIDAY 4/26/2019 Chanticleer Authors Conference (3 days) begins, Hotel Bellwether, 9am-5pm, 6 different

registrations available, info@ChantiReviews.com or www.chantireviews.com. (pg. 33) Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm.

Write Riot Poetry Slam in the Colophon Cafe, Colophon Cafe, 7-8pm, free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com. (pg. 33) Scottish Country Dancing Class, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm. (pg. 14) Late Night Latin Dancing (Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha, Rumba), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, 360-224-4082 or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

THURSDAY 4/25/2019 Banjo Buggers, 2829 Lynn St., 7-8:30pm. (pg. 9) Master Writing Classes by Chanticleer Editorial Reviews, Bellingham Yacht Club, 9am-4:45pm, $75 per workshop. (pg. 33)

Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30am-11:45am, $10 first class, 360-656-6699, YogawithJoani@yahoo.com or www.yogawithjoani.com. (pg. 13)

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APRIL 2019 Birthday Celebration (cookies, tea, and smiles of gratitude), Seaport Books, 10am-6pm, free,

10th Annual Have a Heart Run, Edgewater

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale,

“The Truth About Plastics” (fun and educational plastics forum), WCC Syre

360-399-1800, info@seaportbooks.com or www.seaportbooks.com.

Deming Library, 10am-6pm, free, 360-5922422, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. (pg. 29) Coloring for Good Health, Blaine Library, 3-4:30pm, free, 360-305-3637, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. Meet Artist Nana Thebus, Good Earth Pottery, 5-8pm, free, theteam@goodearthpots.com, 360671-3998 or www.goodearthpots.com. (pg. 26) Vector Graphics 101, Bellingham Makerspace, 5-6:30pm, $35, manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or bellinghammakerspace.eventbrite.com.

Auditorium, 8:45am-3:30pm, $15 adults / $10 seniors, www.sierraclub.org/washington/ mount-baker-whatcom-skagit-sanjuan. Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 9am-6pm. Everson Garden Club Plant Sale, Everson Elementary School Lawn, 9am-1pm, free, 360-592-5456. (pg. 27)

Independent Bookstore Day in Fairhaven and Lynden (local author appearances, games, prizes, treats), Village Books, 9am-7pm, free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com/event/ibd-2019.

Habitat for Humanity’s Annual Raise the Roof Auction, The Depot Market, 5:30-9pm, $50,

Vintage By The Sea Home & Garden Show,

Kids Night Out at Western: What’s in Bellingham Bay?, WWU Science Resource

Contemplative Brush and Japanese Washi Papers Workshop (2 days) begins, Blaine

fred.sheppard@hfhwhatcom.org, 360-715-9170 or www.hfhwhatcom.org/auction17. (pg. 29) Meet Karen Healy, Artwood Gallery, 6-9pm, 360-647-1628, artwoodgallery87@gmail.com or artwoodgallery.com. (pg. 26) Center, 7-10pm, $30, youth@wwu.edu or https://ee.wwu.edu/youth-programs/programs/ kids-night-out-western-know-bellingham. “Robin Hood,” Sedro-Woolley High School Theatre, 7-9pm. (pg. 5)

Skagit Community Band “Petite Fleur” Jazz Concert, Maple Hall (La Conner), 7:30-9pm,

free, 360-466-4409, vmfejeran@gmail.com or Skagitcommunityband.org. (pg. 10) Ballroom and Country Dancing, Bellingham Dance Company, 8-10pm, $5, 360-224-4082, mary@bellinghamdancecompany.com or www.bellinghamdancecompany.com. Karaoke, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 9pm-1:30am. (pg. 8)

SATURDAY 4/27/2019 Pancake Breakfast, American Legion Post 154, 8-11am, $6 adults / $3 kids 6-12 / free age 5 and free, 360-384-5595. (pg. 29)

Park, 8:15-10:45am, $35-$40 / free kids under 9, events@communityactionskagit.org, 360416-7585 or www.haveaheartrun.org. (pg. 29)

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Anacortes Port Transit Event Center, 9am-4pm, $7 general / $5 with a canned food donation / kids 12 and under free, stacy@sassyfrassco.com or www.AnacortesVintageMarket.com. (pg. 27) Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+, Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 10am-noon. (pg. 35) Harbor Center, 10am-3pm, $225, 415-9527872, info@washiarts.com or www.washiarts.com/workshops/contemplativebrush-and-japanese-washi-papers-workshop. Earth Day Celebration, Muddy Creek in Hamilton, 10am-3pm, free, 360-366-0172, www.skagitfisheries.org/event/earth-daycelebration-2 or outreach@skagitfisheries.org. (34)

Dia de los Ninos/Dia de los Libros: Children’s Day/Book Day (food, music, entertainment, and crafts), Lynden Library, 10am-3pm, free, 360-354-4883.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale, Deming Library, 10am-6pm. (pg. 29)

Local Authors/Illustrators Meet and Greet,

South Whatcom Library, 10am-3pm, free, 360-305-3632, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. (pg. 33)

Getting Your Hands Dirty (Spring gardening tips), North Fork Library, 11am-12:30pm, free, 360-599-2020.

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APRIL 2019 Presentation by Artist Belinda Botzong: “Painting with Petals,” Whatcom Art Market, 11am-3pm, free, www.whatcomartmarket.org.

Self Defense for Women, Ferndale Library,

11am-3pm, free / must preregister, 360-3843647, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. Vaisakhi Festival, Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-6pm, free, 510-375-2603, roselotus@aol.com or http://ggng.us. (pg. 30) Dog Day Afternoons at the Library, Blaine Library, 1-3pm. (pg. 29) “Robin Hood,” Sedro-Woolley High School Theatre, 1pm / SF performance. (pg. 5)

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930.

Author Event: “Little Farm Homegrown” with Susan Colleen Browne, Everson Library,

2-3pm, free, 360-966-5100, https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events. Bossa Nova Brazil, Sudden Valley Dance Barn, 3pm, $20 adults / $10 students, 360-671-1709, kcsulkin@msn.com or www.fswl.org. (pg. 10-11)

Island Hospital Foundation Gala of Hope: The Color of Miracles, Swinomish Casino &

Lodge, 5:30pm, $150 per person / $2,000 for patron table, janie.crane@islandhospital.org or 360-299-4201. (pg. 29) Bottom Shelf Bourbon (acoustic bluegrass, blues), Old World Deli, 6-8pm, no cover, 360-738-2090, oldworlddeli1@mac.com. Folk Dancing featuring Osem, Bayview Civic Hall, 6-9pm. (pg. 14) April Brews Day, Depot Market Square, 6:3010pm, $55, aprilbrewsday@gmail.com, 360-746-9841 or www.maxhigbee.org. (pg. 29) “Appalacian Spring” Concert, WCC Syre Auditorium, 7pm, $10, 360-305-5515. (pg. 11) CONTRA Dance, Fairhaven Library, 7-10:30pm. (pg. 14)

Poetry Event: Sierra Golden and Elaina Ellis and “The Slow Art” and “Write About an Empty Birdcage,” Village Books, 7-8pm, free, 360-671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com. “Robin Hood,” Sedro-Woolley High School Theatre, 7-9pm. (pg. 5) Swing Connection Dance, Pioneer Pavillion Community Center, 7-9pm, free, 360-7140054, lauren-don-phillips@comcast.net or www.swingconnection.org. (pg. 14) Artrageous, Mount Baker Theatre, 7:30-9pm, $17.50-$39.50, 360-734-6080, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 3)

Celebrating in Song: American Journeys,

McIntyre Hall Performing Arts & Conference Center, 7:30pm, $14-$25, 360-416-7727, skagitvalleychorale@gmail.com or www.skagitvalleychorale.org/concerts. (pg. 11)

Jennifer Scott, Rene Worst, and Bill Coon,

Jansen Art Center, 7:30-9pm, $25, 360354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org. (pg. 11) Bilongo Quintet w/ Sabrina Gomez (Salsa, Latin jazz and traditional Afro-Caribbean), Honey Moon, 8-10pm, no cover, 360-734-0728, info@honeymoonmeads.com or www.honeymoonmeads.com.

SUNDAY 4/28/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, 9am-6pm (pg. 26). Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale, Deming Library, 10am-6pm. (pg. 29)

Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat!, Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara, 11am-2pm. (pg. 35)

Whatcom Parkscriptions Day, various parks

throughout Whatcom County, 11am-5pm, free, www.facebook.com/events/238640910350411 or info@parkscriptions.org. (pg. 13) Books By the Bay Book Fair, Hotel Bellwether Ballroom, noon-5:30pm, free. (pg. 33) Dirty Dan Day Artist Demonstrations, Good Earth Pottery, noon-3pm. (pg. 26) Old City Hall History Tour, Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 12:30-1:30pm. (pg. 31) Hovander Volunteer Orientation, Hovander Homestead Park, 1pm, free, 360-384-3444, courtney.parksandrec@gmail.com.

Docent-Led Tour of Bellingham National Juried Art Exhibition, Whatcom Museum

Lightcatcher Building, 1:30-2:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360-778-8930.

Fourth Sundays: Audubon at the Museum,

Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 1:30-3:30pm, included with admission/members free, 360778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 32)

Celebrating in Song: American Journeys,

McIntyre Hall Performing Arts & Conference Center, 2pm, $14-$25, 360-416-7727, skagitvalleychorale@gmail.com or www.skagitvalleychorale.org/concerts. (pg. 11)

Skagit Community Band “Petite Fleur” Jazz Concert, Anacortes-Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3pm. (pg. 10)

Art of Jazz: Miles Davis Tribute Band, Church

House, 4-6:30pm, $17 general / $10 students / free for Jazz Project Members, 360-650-1066 or www.jazzproject.org. (pg. 11)

Folk Dancing, Bayview Civic Hall, 7-9pm. (pg. 14) Late Night Swing Dance (Lindy Hop, Balboa, EC Swing), Bellingham Dance Company, 9-11pm, $5, www.bellinghamdancecompany.com.

WEDNESDAY 5/1/2019 Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale, Deming Library, 10am-6pm. (pg. 29)

BMC: Cellist John Friesen, Trinity Lutheran

Church, 10:30-11:30am, free, 360-305-6526, bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com or www.bellinghammusicclub.org. (pg. 11-12)

Local Art Exhibit at the Anacortes Library,

Friends of the Anacortes Library Community Room, 1-2pm, free. (pg. 24) Scottish Country Dancing Class, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-9:30pm, freewill donation, 360671-3806, www.bellinghamscd.org. (pg. 14)

THURSDAY 5/2/2019 Gentle Yoga with Joani, The Metta Center,

10:30am-11:45am, $10 first class, 360-6566699 or www.yogawithjoani.com. (pg. 13) “Robin Hood,” Sedro-Woolley High School Theatre, 7-9pm. (pg. 5) BMC Night Beat: Cellist John Friesen, First Congregational Church, 7:30-9pm, $20 general / $15 seniors / take a teen for free, 360-3056526, bellinghammusicclub@gmail.com or www.bellinghammusicclub.org. (pg. 11)

Sunday Jazz in the Bay: Alicia Dauber Quintet, Hotel Bellwether, 4:30-7:30pm, free, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. The Provocateurs Host Sinful Sunday, The Wild Buffalo, 8-11pm, $10 advance / $15 door, 360-746-8733, info@wildbuffalo.net. (pg. 5)

MONDAY 4/29/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale, Deming Library, 10am-6pm. (pg. 29)

Experience Brain Fitness, Bellingham Public

Library, 1:15-2:15pm, free, 360-778-7217 or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic, Bellingham Public Library. (pg. 27) T’ai Chi Class, St. James Presbyterian Church, 5:15-6:15pm. (pg. 13)

HNW Chorus Rehearsal, Mount Vernon Community Center, 6:30-9pm. (pg. 8)

Acoustic Open Mic, Village Inn Pub & Eatery, 7-10pm. (pg. 8)

TUESDAY 4/30/2019 Art in a Pickle Barn, Schuh Farms, 10am-5pm. Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale, Deming Library, 10am-6pm. (pg. 29)

Story Time Featuring “All Are Welcome” by Alexandra Penfold, Village Books, 10:30-

11am, free, events@villagebooks.com, www.villagebooks.com/event/storytime-043019 or 360-671-2626. T’ai Chi Class (some experience), Firehouse Arts and Event Center, 11:30am-12:30pm. (pg. 13) Shibashi Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 2-2:30pm, free, 360-778-7217. Chair Tai Chi, Bellingham Public Library, 3-3:45pm, free, 360-778-7217.

Queer-Informed Care (for adults caring for LGBTQ youth), WinkWink Studio, 6-7:30pm, $0-$15, 360-990-0225.

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The Art of Japanese Obi, Woven Textiles – From the Japanese textile

collection of Deymian LeSar, these fabulous woven silk textiles are each a work of art. The designs range from intricate landscape designs to large floral and bird patterns to geometric shapes. An obi is either a narrow or a wide sash, traditionally worn with a kimono. The designs and colors of obi are specific to the kimono as well as the season in which the kimono and obi are to be worn. Vintage and antique obi are hand-loomed, the most famous being from the Nishijin area of Kyoto, Japan. Sponsored by the Friends of the Deming Library. On exhibit through April 6 at Deming Library (5044 Mt. Baker Hwy.). Free. More info: 360-592-2422 or https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

New Small Works Show by Colleen Ozora – New small works for spring by

Colleen Ozora, featuring local Pacific Northwest landscapes, birds, and animals are showing along with local handicrafts and other artwork at the new Chipper Bird at 1319 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham. Open on First Friday Artwalk night. Free admission. More info: 360-788-4273 or colleenozora.artist@gmail.com.

April at the Whatcom Art Market –

Beginning April 1 the Art Market will now be open 7 days a week, 10am to 6pm. Continuing our focus on art created from recycled and upcycled material, our featured artists this month are all experts in creating new beauty from old. • April 1-7: Janice Hartwell, fiber artist. Janice will host a ‘make & take’ demonstration on how to make paper beads, a rag coaster or a felted brooch on Sat., April 6, noon-4. • April 8-14: Walt Hekala, metal artist. Walt will demonstrate “Fold Forming,” making 3 dimensional shapes in metal, on Sat., April 13, 11am-2pm. He recycles brass & copper into jewelry. • April 15-21: Jenn Parker, recycled whimsy. Jenn demonstrates her recycled art, discussing her techniques and methods on Sat., April 20, 11am-2pm. Jenn uses repurposed wood and metal, found objects, paint & texture to create whimsical critters. • April 22-28: Belinda Botzong. On Sat., April 27, 11am-3pm, Belinda will discuss how she rescues items and turns them into art. • Fairhaven 4th Friday Art Walk, April 26, 5-8pm. Belinda Botzong is our featured artist, discussing her work “Painting with Petals.” • April 29-May 5: Peg Alexander, jeweler. Peg demonstrates upcycling vintage jewelry into modern new pieces on Sat., May 4, 11am-3pm. • Join us at the Whatcom Art Market (1103 11th St. Bellingham) any day, 10am-6pm. More info: 360-7388564, www.whatcomartmarket.org.

Bellingham National 2019 Juried Art Exhibition and Awards – The Whatcom Museum (250 Flora St.) is hosting the 3rd Biennial Bellingham National 2019 Juried Art Exhibition and Awards, juried by art historian and independent curator, Bruce

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Guenther. Artists from around the country submitted artworks on the theme of “Water’s Edge” to be considered for this exhibition. The two-dimensional artworks selected feature landscapes that serve as inspiration and motivation of the artists’ practices and aspects of their work. The artworks range from traditional interpretations of the observed landscape to the metaphoric and spiritual manifestations of the landscape through image, language, and mapping of our response to nature and the world. The top three artists will receive cash awards and the exhibition will include a Popular Choice Award.On exhibit through May 19. Admission is $10 general / members free. More info: 360-778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/exhibition/ bellingham-national-2019.

Ship of Fools – Ship of Fools is an

annual political protest show. Come dressed in your finest regalia for an evening of outrage and political dissent. The opening is from 5-7pm on Mon., April 1 at Cooper Lanza Gallery in Fairhaven (1415 13th St.). Free admission. More info: cooperlanzagallery@gmail.com, 360-2235352 or www.cooperlanzagallery.com.

Open Studio Painting at Studio UFO –

This is a great way to increase your painting skills. All skill levels benefit as the instruction is easel-to-easel using your media and personal project. Join us for professional instruction and spirited presentations and lively critiques. Beginners, intermediate, and professional; personal style and voice recognized and highly encouraged! Trish Harding also facilitates local venues available for one person and group shows for Open Studio Painters who build a body of work. Show opportunities at Studio UFO (301 W. Holly St., Bellingham) during art walks are also available. Sessions are Wed., April 3, 10, 17 & 24 from 10am-3pm. Cost is $232 (all 4) or $66 each day. More info: 360-3196115, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net.

Nature Photography – Newly selected

photographs of nature by Kevin G. Jones at Mindport Exhibits in the month of April (210 W. Holly St.). Admission is $3. Info: 360-647-5614, publicity@mindport.org or www.mindport.org.

Local Art Exhibit at the Anacortes Library – Friends of the Anacortes Public

Library’s Art Committee will host a 3-month exhibit of works created by local artists, to be held in the Friends Community Room (1220 10th St.). The intention of the exhibit is to feature local art, to enhance the appearance of the Friends Community Room, and to benefit from art sales. Hours for public viewing are Wed., 1-2pm, April 3 & 17, and May 1, 15 & 29; Sat., 1-2pm, April 6 & 20, and May 4 & 18; and Sun., 2-3pm, April 21 and May 19. Free admission.

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Gallery Syre Opening – Gallery Syre

(465 W. Stuart Rd., Bellingham) is pleased to announce David Syre: Roots and Wings to open on Wed., April 3 from 6-9pm. This show marks David Syre’s first personal exhibition in his hometown of Bellingham. After years of silent work in his personal studio, and a number of exhibitions abroad (Nice, France; Santa Fe, New Mexico; and Buenos Aires, Argentina), Syre has developed an artistic maturity that merits full public attention. The exhibition, curated by Ana Palacio, features a selection of works that span his artistic career so far, from one of his very first paintings he made at age 7, to the most recent large-scale canvases that show a complex mastery of painting techniques and visual translation of spiritual, personal and collective experiences. Free admission. More info: info@davidsyreart.com or www.davidsyreart.com.

Tuesday Long Pose Figure Studies –

Every Tuesday, ongoing drop-in figure study sessions for artists of all levels. Models pose nude and maintain the same pose (with breaks) for the entire 2.5 hour session to enable artists to create a more involved study. Easels and drawing horses are available; attendees need to bring their own materials for drawing, painting or sculpting. Please use odorless solvent. Free parking. At BellinghamArt (1701 Ellis St., studio #205) from 7-9:30pm. Admission is $15 per session / $52 for 4 consecutive sessions paid in advance. More info: 360-820-1271, marydmorton@yahoo.com or www.bellinghamart.com.

April Art Show at Scott Milo Gallery –

Scott Milo Gallery (420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes) welcomes many new artists to the gallery in April! Featuring bright, whimsical paintings by 2019 Tulip Festival Poster artist Ben Mann of Bellingham. Also showing past festival artists: Randy DanaColor, Jennifer Bowman, John Ebner, and Bart Rulon. Introducing colorful fused glass by JLS Glass Studio, bronze sculptures from Walker Bronze, and quilts from Fidalgo Island Quilt Group! Reception with the artists on Fri., April 5 from 6-9pm. Free admission. More info: www.scottmilo.com, 360-293-6938 or gallery@scott.milo.com.

Artists Who Happen to be Veterans – The Bank of the Pacific (100 Grand Ave., Bellingham) is hosting an opening reception for Artists Who Happen to be Veterans on Fri., April 5 from 6-9pm. Appetizers and art from Michael Heath, Tom McCalla, Wade Marlow, and Brian Griffin. Michael, Tom, Wade and Brian were all artists before they served in the military, collectively serving 1950 to 2019 and continue to create art to this day. Art on exhibit through April 30. Free admission. More info: 360-734-0544 or brotter@bankofthepacific.com.

Delicious – Consider “It All Began with

the Squash,” a veritable feast for the eyes, a scrumptious event all about food and full

of gastronomical delights. The gallery will be full of imagery that will make your mouth water! An opening reception will be held Fri., April 5, from 6-9pm at Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery (311 W. Holly St., Bellingham). The show will hang in the gallery through April 27. Free admission. More info: framr4u@aol.com, 360-7341340 or www.fourthcornerframes.com.

Color Theory for Painters –

Understanding color as a painter is essential, but it’s rarely the norm. Using the Quiller color wheel, local artist Trish Harding will walk you through the basic elements of color theory, going over the difference between pigments and color, where they come from, and how to make smart color choices. Using your chosen media (watercolor, oil, or acrylic), you will work on color mixing, including attention to value, intensity, and temperature. In the words of Trish, “to understand color is to understand painting.” Mondays, April 8, 15 & 22 from 9:30am-noon at WCC. Cost is $109. More info: 360-383-3200, trish.harding@studio-ufo.net or www.studio-ufo.net.

Clay Intensive: Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel and Handbuilding! –

Join Deb McCunn at Baker Creek Ceramics (4058 Hammer Dr., #105, Bellingham) for this exciting clay experience on Thursdays, April 11-May 13 from 9:30am-noon! You will learn how to throw mugs and bowls on the potter’s wheel and learn handbuilding and sculpting techniques. Cost is $275. More info: 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Garden Mask Workshop – Join Deb at Baker Creek Ceramic Studio and create your own Garden Mask on Sat., April 13 from 9am-noon. In this workshop, you will design and build your own garden mask that you will be able to hang on the wall. Cost is $45. More info: 360-3935458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Deming Teen Art Showcase Call for Submissions – Want to share your art? Enter the Deming Teen Art Showcase at the Deming Library. Pick up your entry form at the Deming or North Fork Libraries, or the Mt. Baker High School Library. Submit 2D artwork, matted or

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framed, with entry form, to the Deming Library between April 20 and May 4. For grades 7-12. Free. Info: 360-592-2422 or https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

The Work of Karen Healy – Artwood

April at Good Earth Pottery – April

featured artist, Nana Thebus, captures and honors the spirit of nature in every

ceramics creation. The expressions on the faces of her garden spirits evoke a wide range of emotions, and her nature shrines offer a peaceful place to pause for reflection. Meet the artist on Fri., April 26 from 5-8pm during the Fairhaven Fourth Friday Art Walk. • It’s an annual tradition, nine years running! Come watch several Good Earth potters demonstrate their processes during the Dirty Dan Harris Festival on Sun., April 28, noon-3pm. Free admission. Representing more than 50 local artists, the gallery has been located in the historic Fairhaven village since 1969!

member Karen Healy makes furniture, jewelry, metal hooks and many other amazing items. She has done woodworking most of her life, and in the past 10 or 12 years, has enjoyed working with metal and stone. We have beautiful jewelry, metal hooks, boxes, tables and other items in the gallery. Come and meet Karen on Fri., April 26 from 6-9pm during the Historic Fairhaven Art Walk (1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham). Free admission. More info: 360-647-1628, artwoodgallery87@gmail.com or www.artwoodgallery.com.

Call to Artists: Cup Show – The 7th

Annual Cup Show will open on June 6 and be on exhibit through Aug. 30. Ceramic artists are welcome to submit up to 3 works for consideration in this exhibit, through 11:59pm, May 14. Admission is $10. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org/events/cupshow.

From a Pickle Barn and Back Again: The Journey of an Art Show Skagit Valley’s beloved “Art in a Pickle Barn” began in 1990 at the old Nalley’s pickle barn, which was located at the corner of La Conner-Whitney and Downey Roads. The show is believed to be the earliest and longest running show of its kind in Skagit County. In fact, it grew to be one of the favorite attractions during the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, and became a sanctioned event of that organization. The barn itself was somewhat old and “well-ventilated.” It was cold and damp, but the challenge of leaks in the barn and the necessity of tarping certain areas did not stop the show! Investments in structure and heating improvements were made by the group, and the show continued and flourished there for approximately ten years. However, circumstances changed, as they do, and relocating was required ... several times over the next several years; from barn to barn to the local mall (yes, really!) to a beautiful local nursery (Azusa Farm and Gardens). Despite all this, the artists (members of Skagit Art Association, producers of the show) enjoyed and made the best of each location. Even with members having come and gone over the years, (several having gone on to fame and fortune!) the artists adapted, thrived and retained the well-known, beloved name. However, the desire to reestablish in a barn continued to be a longing of the group, and each year a committee would canvas the area for possibilities. Times had changed, and many of the barns had fallen into disrepair, or just plain fallen. Many were converted to fertilizer storage, which would render them unsuitable for public events for at least three years after having been vacated. There didn’t seem to be any feasible options. Until, after so many years, the group has found a new venue: Schuh Farms! Not only do they sell local produce, homemade pies, and host the area pumpkin patch—plus numerous other endeavors—they also make pickles! Yes, this year, finally, the show is back in a “Pickle Barn!” Visit us, and meet the artists on duty. Opening reception is Friday, March 29, 6-8pm. The show is open daily, March 30-April 30, weekdays 10am-5pm and weekends 9am-6pm. Schuh Farms is located at 15565 SR 536, (Memorial Hwy.) Mount Vernon, WA.

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WSU Whatcom Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinic – Have

gardening, plant or insect problems? Master Gardener volunteers will be available on Mondays in April from 4:30-7pm at the Bellingham Public Library (210 Central Ave.) to provide free diagnosis and advice to your gardening related questions. More info: 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Retire Into Your Garden with Ease –

Garden Mentors founder Robin Haglund is a pioneering garden coach and an award-winning Seattle garden designer with a passion for cultivating beautiful, functional, organically-focused, nativeinspired, often edible, sustainable outdoor spaces. She normally gives her fantastic presentation “Retire into your Garden with

Littlefield Celtic Center in April – Join

the Celtic Arts Foundation for a wonderful evening of Highland bagpiping on Sat., April 6 from 7-9pm to celebrate National Tartan Day. Seven highly accomplished pipers have been invited to compete in this unique event that will also be streamed live on a webcast produced by the Celtic Arts Foundation. These pipers have all played and won numerous prizes at North American and Scottish piping competitions—and in a few cases, taken home the most coveted awards available for this art form! Dr. Gary West of Edinburgh, Scotland, and host of BBC Scotland’s acclaimed PipeLine program will emcee the event. Admission is $20-$25. • Jock’s Jocks Book Presentation & Lecture with Dr. Gary West will feature him sharing excerpts from the book he helped compile and publish on Scottish soldiers’ stories from WWI. Gary will combine a lecture on the book itself with musical interludes in the form of tunes and songs about the places, times, and people featured in the stories, bringing the times to life in a way few others could, on Fri., April 5 from 7-9pm. Admission is $20-$25. Littlefield Celtic Center is located at 1124 Cleveland Ave, Mount Vernon. More info: 360-4164934, events@celticarts.org or https://celticarts.org/celtic-events.

Learn to Pray and Heal – Everyone

wants healing. What is healing? Healing is finding Christ. Healing is finding our oneness with God. Nate Fredrick studied perennial religion at Hampshire College where he was introduced to Christian Science, a religion that practices healing as Christ Jesus demonstrated centuries ago. After he left college, he travelled the world and experienced many healings using the truths of the Bible based healing principles of Mary Baker Eddy. After a year of

Ease” as part of a workshop; but after some persuasion, she is willing to provide a condensed version for us! Please join us for her presentation on Wed., April 3 from 7-9pm in the Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room. Birchwood Garden Club membership is open to anyone in Whatcom or Skagit County. Free admission. More info: 360-384-6250 or www.birchwoodgardenclub.org.

Backyard Chicken – Dalia Monterroso,

ambassador for Scratch and Peck Feeds and creator of the popular YouTube Channel Welcome to Chickenlandia returns to teach you everything you need to know about having your own backyard flock of happy, healthy chickens. On Sat., April 6, 10:30am-noon and Wed., April 10 from 4-5:30pm at Blaine Library (610 3rd St.). Free. Info: info@wcls.org, 360-305-

traveling and hiking extensively in the Himalayas, experiencing many healings, and proving that prayer can heal, he returned to Boston to work for his church. Come hear his story, Fri., April 5, at Mount Baker Theatre. Please see ad on page 1. Join us at 102 N Commercial St. on Fri., April 5, 7:30-8:30pm. Admission is free. More info: 360-733-6070, clerkcsbellingham@yahoo.com or christiansciencebellingham.com.

“Photo-Voltaic and Other Solar Power” – The sunlight striking the Earth’s land surface in less than 2 hours equals total human energy use in a year. Solar photovoltaic panels already accomplished 2% of US electricity generation in 2017, and showed continued growth in 2018. Energy storage in various forms is also becoming less expensive. Learn about bioluminescence (mushrooms that glow in the dark) and electroluminescence (LED light bulbs) and other fascinating phenomena with Dr. Sandy Lawrence on Sat., April 6, 1-2pm at Blaine Library (610 3rd St.). Free admission. More info: https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events or 360-305-3637.

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Kiwanis Compost Sale – Bellingham

Kiwanis’ Annual Compost Sale returns to Sehome High School parking lot on Sat., April 13, 10am-4pm. We are again offering Smits Compost, some of the best in Whatcom County. Forty-pound bags are $6 each, purchase more than ten and the price is $5 each. We do offer scoop-fulls in your truck. Proceeds from this event help youth and children’s programs in Whatcom County as well as supporting Sehome’s athletic teams and the Bring Joy to a Child Program. More info: jgregw@aol.com.

Everson Garden Club Plant Sale –

The Everson Garden Club Plant Sale is Sat., April 27, from 9am-1pm on the Everson Elementary School lawn (216 Everson Goshen Rd.). We offer lots of colorful perennials (unusual as well as the old stand-bys), natives, shrubs, and small trees at significantly below retail prices. All our plants thrive in Whatcom County. Vendors will offer veggie starts, specialty plants, and crafts. Cash or checks only, please. Free admission. More info: 360-592-5456.

Vintage By The Sea – You are invited to

the Anacortes Vintage by the Sea Home & Garden Show on Sat., April 27 from 9am-4pm at the Anacortes Port Transit Event Center (100 Commercial Ave.). The most creative vendors, featuring showmanship like no other, will be bringing their best of the best in vintage home decor; garden goodies; French antiques; re-purposed, restyled, junk salvage; architectural salvage; and rescued, reused, and fabulous vintage finds ready to go home with you! Enjoy a full day of shopping. Food onsite; holding tent available. Please no strollers or pets. This event is wheelchair accessible. Admission is $7 general / $5 with a canned food donation / kids 12 and under free. Also, Fri., April 26 from 6-9pm will be a VIP Special Event! (Must be 21 or older to attend). Special musical guest Chris Eger will be performing an acoustic set just for AVM! More info: stacy@sassyfrassco.com or www.AnacortesVintageMarket.com.

“Let’s Talk About Race” – Renowned

author and professor Clyde Ford leads a discussion on race in modern-day America with a heavy emphasis on audience participation. The program follows a buffet lunch with fellow community members. This presentation is provided by the Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau. On Wed., April 24 from 11:30am-1:30pm at Northwood Hall Event Center (3240 Northwest Ave., Bellingham). Admission is $13 members / $18 non-members / $5 age 29 or younger). More info: info@bellinghamcityclub.org or www.bellinghamcityclub.org.

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Those Were the Days: Sherrie Kahn and the Pacific Northwest Opera Jazz Trio – Lairmont Manor’s ballroom

(405 Fieldston Rd., Bellingham) will be transformed into an old style cabaret on Thurs., April 4 from 7-9:30pm. Sherrie Kahn and the Pacific Northwest Opera jazz trio will be performing Gershwin, Porter, Sondheim and others to keep your toes tapping or your hearts swooning in a benefit for Pacific Northwest Opera and its upcoming production of Wagner’s Ring. Our trusty PNO culinary team will cater the event. We are not calling it “supper,” but don’t eat before you come! There will be plenty of victuals and vino to satisfy even the heartiest of appetites. Tickets are $75. Seating is limited, so reserve your seats at info@pnopera.org. More info: 360-610-7249 or info@PNOpera.org.

Big Spring Book Sale – The Friends of

the Lynden Library (216 4th St.) are holding a Big Spring Book Sale Fri.-Sun., April 5-7 at the Lynden Library during regular hours. Both hardbacks and paperbacks will be sold covering a wide range of interests: fiction, nonfiction, cooking, health, religion, kids, mystery, romance, biographies, and many more. Most books are $2 or less. Also for sale are CDs and DVDs (some new, some used) including many opera CDs/CD sets, and jigsaw puzzles! On Saturday starting at 2pm, and all day Sunday (1-5pm) get a bag of books for $4! All proceeds benefit the library. More info: 360-354-4883 or president@lyndenlibraryfriends.org.

Spring Fling Bingo – The Ferndale

Senior Activity Center (1999 Cherry St.) is hosting a Spring Fling Bingo Fundraiser, Sat., April 6. Doors open at 11:30am, and the first game starts at noon and ends at 4pm. Everyone, 18 and older, are welcome

to join us for an afternoon of fun and a chance to win tons of great prizes including cash! Admission is $20, and includes 3 cards for each game. Snacks and beverages available for purchase, at intermission. All proceeds go to benefit the Jet Oldsters (DBA Ferndale Senior Activity Center), a registered 501(c)3 Corp. More info: 360-384-6244 or manager.fsac@gmail.com.

Barkley Village Wine Walk – Barkley

Village and Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of Whatcom County (DVSAS) are teaming up again for the second annual Barkley Village Wine Walk being held Fri., April 12 from 5-8pm. Participants can stroll through twelve Barkley Village shops and restaurants as they taste regional wines in pop-up tasting rooms. For $30, attendees will receive a keepsake wine glass, 8 wine tasting tickets, and a goodie bag provided by Haggen Food & Pharmacy. The fun begins at 5pm with check-in locations at both John L. Scott and Country Financial. From there participants can make their way through the village to taste delicious wine. Tickets and info at www.bellinghamwinewalk.com. More info: 360-671-6450, info@barkleyvillage.com or www.bellinghamwinewalk.com.

Women Sharing Hope 20th Annual Handbag Auction & Champagne Luncheon – Save the date for Women

Sharing Hope’s annual event, taking place on Sat., April 13 from 1-4pm at BTC’s Settlemyer Hall. The theme will be “Shake, Rattle & Roll—Cruising Route 66.” Women Sharing Hope is operated entirely by volunteers, therefore 100% of net event proceeds are donated directly to local women and children. This year’s beneficiaries are Blue Skies for Children

(“Little Wishes”) and Hope House (“Children’s Corner.”) Tickets are $50. More info: info@womensharinghope.org or www.womensharinghope.org/events.

Time For A Change Bellingham: A Benefit To Raise Mental Health Awareness – Time For A Change is a

NAMI DIY event; all proceeds will be donated to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). The event will take place at Mount Baker Theatre on Fri., April 19 at 7pm. In total, more than sixty performers will be onstage at this live event. Performers will include Bellingham Repertory Dance, several chamber music groups from WWU, dancers from Opus Performing Arts, individual teen artists from around Bellingham, and the Bellingham High School Showstoppers. A pediatric psychiatrist from PeaceHealth will be hosting a Facebook live webinar before the event to promote Time For A Change, and will also present during the performance. In addition, Alyssa Sisemore, a certified program presenter with NAMI Whatcom and Miss Whatcom County 2018 will be sharing her personal story at the event. This sponsor is PeaceHealth Hospital. Admission: $20 adults and $12 under 18. The event will focus on teen mental health, an issue about which Producer Julia Redstone is passionate. Info: www.timeforachangebellingham.org.

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser – Enjoy a full menu of pancakes, French toast, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage or ham along with juice and coffee. Proceeds go toward supporting the Ferndale Senior Activity Center’s efforts to provide affordable educational, nutritional, social and recreational programs. Bring your family and friends. Join us at the Ferndale Senior Activity Center (1999

The Answer Is… Why Is Literacy Important? by Marla Bronstein If puzzles, games, and celebrity emcees are your thing, consider an evening of challenging fun at the 23rd Annual Trivia Bee to benefit The Whatcom Literacy Council (WLC). CoHosted by KAFE Radio personality Scotty Van Dryver along with Jeopardy! champion Ken Jennings. Jennings recently came in first place in the Fantasy League competition of the Jeopardy Tournament of Champions, where his team placed second overall. The Trivia Bee will take place at the fabulous Settlemyer Hall on the Bellingham Technical College campus on April 19. Eight teams will compete for the coveted Totten Trophy, named for WLC’s first Executive Director, Wilma Totten. Saturna Capital will be defending their title from 2018. Randall Ragsdale, a Whatcom County local trivia professional who currently presides over trivia nights at Kombucha Town, will create questions that are challenging but not too hard. Come cheer on your favorite team. Or cheer on the people you don’t know who are 2018 winning team, Saturna Capital. competing for the trophy. Or, bring a pad of paper and a pen and play from the comfort of your seat in the audience for bragging rights. Spectator tickets are $15 for adults, $5 per child under 12. Tickets are currently available for purchase at Village Books and are expected to also be available at the door. Show up when the doors open at 6pm to give yourself ample opportunity to peruse and bid on the wonderful silent auction items donated by many local residents and businesses. Grab a Boundary Bay beer or Ken Jennings’ book before the bee starts at 7pm. The event is sponsored by BP Cherry Point Refinery, Alcoa, US Bank, Brett McCandlis Brown & Conner, Rice Insurance and MyTrafficMan.net. All funds raised stay in Whatcom County. Last year, more than 100 volunteers provided free services to 800 local residents to help improve reading, writing, math and communication skills. At the time this article went to press, there were still a few team spots left. Contact events@whatcomliteracy.org or call 360-752-8678 for more information. Photo courtesy of the Whatcom Literacy Council.

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Cherry St.) on Sat., April 20, 8-11am. Admission is $6 general / $3 kids / free over 90 and under 3. More info: 360-3846244 or activities.fsac@gmail.com.

from 8-11am at the American Legion (5537 2nd Ave., Ferndale). Admission is $6 adults / $3 ages 6-12 / under 5 free. More info: 360-384-5595.

Flapjack/Easter Egg Hunt Breakfast –

10th Annual Have a Heart Run – Join

Join the local Lions Club at Applebee’s Restaurant (Sunset, Bellingham) for a Flapjack/Easter Egg Hunt Breakfast on Sat., April 20 from 9-11am. Cost is $10 and benefits Camp Horizon, which needs repairs after being vandalized. The Lions Clubs in District H runs the camp to give individuals of different ages with disabilities a place to go have fun for a week. Info: 360-510-7716, lovethatbling2@yahoo.com.

Friends of the Deming Library Spring Book Sale – Fill your book bag

with some fantastic reads at bargain prices. Excellent selection of books for all ages and tastes. Stock your bookshelves and support the Friends of the Deming Library (5044 Mt. Baker Hwy.). Open for selfservice during the week. Fri., April 26-Sat., May 4, 10am-6pm. Five dollar bag sale on Sat., May 4. More info: 360-592-2422 or https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

Habitat for Humanity’s Annual Raise the Roof Auction – Habitat for

Humanity in Whatcom County’s 17th annual Raise the Roof Auction and Trashion Show takes place on Fri., April 26 from 5:30-9pm at The Depot Market In Bellingham (1100 Railroad Ave.). Register today to create a full outfit of your design from recycled materials or trash and rock your outfit on the runway, all while helping to raise funds to support permanent, affordable housing. Cost is $50 per ticket. More info: 360-715-9170, fred.sheppard@hfhwhatcom.org or www.hfhwhatcom.org/auction17.

Pancake Breakfast – Enjoy pancakes,

French toast, biscuits and gravy, sausage, ham, and hashbrowns on Sat., April 27

Kake Hashi – Celebrate Japanese culture

on Sat., April 6, 10:30am-12:30pm at the Ferndale Library (2125 Main St.). Enjoy a Shakuhachi bamboo flute performance, learn to write your name in Japanese, explore traditional fan crafting, and more! The first 25 attendees to sign-up get a free Japanese flute and lessons. This event is free and open to all ages. More info: 360-384-3647, wendykunstmassey@yahoo.com or www.cityofferndale.org/kakihashi.

Dog Day Afternoons at the Library –

Cuddle up with a good book and read to a canine friend from the Whatcom Humane Society. Choose your half-hour between and read to a furry friend. Must be able to read with minimal help. All dogs have

us for our 10th Annual Have a Heart Run benefiting Community Action. When you run with us, you’re helping people find the tools and support they need to get out of poverty. Create a team, raise pledges, and help us inspire hope. On Sat., April 27 at 8:15am at Edgewater Park (600 Behrens Millett Rd., Mount Vernon). Admission is $35-$40 / free kids under 9. More info: 360-416-7585, events@communityactionskagit.org or www.haveaheartrun.org.

based recreation programs for youth and adults with developmental disabilities. The money you spend at April Brew Day helps continue their programs. Join us for the event on Sat., April 17 from 6:30-10pm at Depot Market Square (1100 Railroad Ave.). Admission is $55. More info: 360-746-9841, aprilbrewsday@gmail.com or www.maxhigbee.org.

Island Hospital Foundation Gala of Hope: The Color of Miracles – Color

our community with miracles on Sat., April 27 at 5:30pm at Island Hospital Foundation’s 16th Annual Gala of Hope! The Color of Miracles will inspire you to make the impossible possible. Guests are invited to dress in the color of their miracle as they dine with friends, bid on splendid auction items, and raise their paddle high to support Island Hospital’s Emergency Department during this one-of-a-kind experience held at Swinomish Casino & Lodge. Tickets are $150 per person / $2000 per patron table, and sponsorships range from $1,600-$10,000. For more information contact IHF at 360-299-4201, janie.crane@islandhospital.org, www.myihf.org/events or www.islandhospitalfoundation.org/gala-of-hope.

April Brews Day – Bellingham’s 18th Annual April Brews Day brings 65 PNW craft breweries, 12 food trucks, 3 local bands, and thousands of people together to celebrate beer and raise funds for Max Higbee Center in downtown Bellingham. Max Higbee Center offers community-

completed basic obedience and/or participated in WHS education programs. Space is limited; registration required. On Thurs., April 11, 18 & 25 from 3:305:30pm at South Whatcom Library; and Sat., April 20 & 27 from 1-3pm at Blaine Library.

22nd Chess Jam – Chess tournament

and playday for young chessplayers of all abilities, K-12th grade, on Sat., April 13 from 8:45am-3:45pm at Ferndale High School (5830 Golden Eagle Dr.). Division winners qualify for the State Chess Championships. Pre-registration required. Admission is $17. More info: kaechster@gmail.com or northwestchess.info. (more family on next page)

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Do The Bloom Color Run – The 5th

Anacortes Arts Festival Do The Bloom Color Run is Sat., April 13 at the Depot Arts Center in Anacortes, starting at 10am. This 5K or 1 mile Fun Run routes along the beautiful Cap Sante Marina. Runners become living canvases, with color throwers stationed throughout the course. Suitable for all ages, and even friendly dogs. Register at active.com. Admission is $25 adults / $15 kids under 12 / $10 1 mile run. More info: 360-293-6211, events@anacortesartsfestival.com or www.anacortesartsfestival.com.

Roller Derby Tripleheader – The

Bellingham Roller Betties All-Stars (BRB) and the Subdued City Rollers junior roller derby league are hosting a tripleheader roller derby bout at the Whatcom Community College Pavilion on Sat., April 13 from 3-9pm. The event starts at 3pm with the SCR level 2 skaters—the Rockstars skating against Southside Revolution from Seattle. The 2nd bout features the SCR level 3 skaters, the All-Stars in a full-contact juniors bout against the Marysville Derby Demons. Around 7pm, the BRB All-Stars will skate against the Rated PG NorthStars from Prince George, BC. Half-time entertainment includes a flag-derby mini-bout with the SCR Monstars and belly dancing with the Portico Dance Company. Cicchitti’s Pizza truck will be on site during the event, along with the Boundary Bay

beer & wine garden and BRB concessions. Admission is $15 adults / $7 ages 8-12 / free ages 7 and under. More info: info@bellinghamrollerbetties.com or www.bellinghamrollerbetties.com.

NASA: Colonizing Space (grades K-5) – Whether you want to be an

astronaut or you’re just interested in the future of space exploration, this program is for you. Someday, we may colonize Mars. Tell our Arduino device what you want to be when you grow up, and find out if Mars needs you! Also, make your own record of what you would send into space to represent humanity. What music, or recipe, or item would you send? With NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Matthew Borghese. On Wed., April 17 at 1pm at Sumas Library; free admission. Also takes place Thurs., May 2 at 3:45pm at North Fork Library. More info: 360-988-2501 or www.wcls.org.

Barkley Village Easter Egg Hunt –

Bring the kids and join us Sun., April 21 from 11am-1pm for the Barkley Village Easter Egg Hunt presented by Jalapenos Family Mexican Restaurant, Luna’s Bistro, Caliber Home Loans, and The Muljat Group. This free event will have an egg hunt at 11am and noon, on the newly remodeled Barkley Green, located at 2215 Rimland Drive. There will be an Easter Bunny available for photos, along with a free glitter tattoo station by Glitt3r Lyfe, two different age groups for the egg hunt, and even a Jalapenos Taco Trailer serving delicious tacos at a great price! Free admission. More info: 360-671-6450, info@barkleyvillage.com or www.barkleyvillage.com/events.

Vaisakhi Festival – Come join us in

celebration of the biggest Sikh holiday of the year on Sat., April 27 from 11am-6pm at Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara (176 E. Pole Rd., Lynden). Parade, lots of free food and other colorful celebrations. Everyone welcome. Plenty of parking. Free admission. More info: 510-375-2603, roselotus@aol.com or http://ggng.us.

Children’s Book Week and ScreenFree Week! (April 29-May 5) –

Established in 1919, Children’s Book Week is the longest-running national literacy initiative in the country. Every year, commemorative events are held nationwide at schools, libraries, bookstores, homes—wherever young readers and books connect. Village Books donates 10% of all kids’ book purchases made during Children’s Book Week to the Children’s departments of the city and county libraries! And this year, National Screen Free Week coincides with CBW to create the perfect pairing. Check out the variety of free events we have planned to keep kids engaged and having fun with books at www.villagebooks.com. More info: 360-671-2626 or events@villagebooks.com.

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Washington Remembers WWII: Their Sacrifice. Our Freedom –

Whatcom Museum’s Old City Hall is full of emotion-packed stories documenting the personal experiences of men and women who fought for freedom on the battlefield and on the home-front. The Legacy Washington exhibit was created through the Office of the Secretary of State to honor the tens of thousands of Washingtonians who served in the war. In addition to the Legacy stories, the exhibit will highlight a variety of WWII artifacts, documents, and historic photographs from the Whatcom Museum’s collection. Showing at the Whatcom Museum Old City Hall (121 Prospect St., Bellingham) through April 14 during museum hours Wed.-Sun. noon-5pm. Admission is $10 general / members free. More info: 360778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org/exhibition/ washington-remembers.

Whatcom Genealogical Society Meeting – The monthly Whatcom

Genealogical Society meeting will be held on Mon., April 8, 2-4pm at the Bellingham Elks Lodge (710 Samish Way). The lecture will be “Basic Genealogy” with Janet O’Connor Camarata. Visitors welcome! Free admission. More info: 360-733-8300.

Firsts in Flight: A Hidden History –

Take a “timeline tour” outlining the significant contributions made by women and particularly African Americans, to our country’s history of aviation and space flight. Meet pioneer aviator Bessie Coleman, who in 1921, became the first African American woman to earn her

pilot’s license. And before her, in 1911, Harriet Quimby became the first American woman of any race to secure her pilot’s license. This exhibition was provided, in part, by the Morehead Planetarium & Science Center at the University of North Carolina. On display through Aug. 4. Included with admission/members free. More info: 360-778-8930 or www.whatcommuseum.org.

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Old City Hall History Tours – Take a

fun, informative docent-led tour of Old City Hall (121 Prospect St., Bellingham) on Sundays, 12:30-1:30pm. The museum’s trained guides take participants down to the basement of Old City Hall to see the historic jail rooms, including a padded cell from the days of prohibition, and tell unique stories. Tours include an overview about the architecture of the venerable building and the history of the early days of Bellingham. Admission is included with admission/members free. More info: 360778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Roeder Home Tours – The Roeder

Home (2600 Sunset Dr., Bellingham) is open for guided tours on Sundays, 1-3pm through April 14. (Due to reservations, the house may not be open every Sunday.) During the tour, you will discover the origins of the name “Whatcom” and find out who Elizabeth Park is named for. Free admission. More info: 360-384-3444 or www.whatcomcounty.us/2146/Roeder-Home.

19th Annual Children’s Art Walk –

We welcome all to stroll through downtown Bellingham and delight in the works of the younger art community on Fri., May 3 from 6-9pm. Whatcom County students will proudly display their works of art during the 19th annual Children’s Art Walk presented by Allied Arts of Whatcom County (1418 Cornwall Ave.). On this night, there will be a number of activities for kids and adults, music, and more to celebrate the arts in schools. Art will stay on display through May in honor of the state-wide Arts Education Month. Free admission. More info: 360-676-8548, caw@alliedarts.org or www.alliedarts.org. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

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anything related to the history of your local library, because WCLS would like to include them in a historic digital collection that will be available through the Washington Rural Heritage website. Bring your items and also any stories you’d like to tell about your library to the History Harvest event, where staff will be on hand to do the scanning and digitizing, as well as a live recording of your story. If you would like digital copies of your items, please bring your own flash drive. Historic photos will be shown and refreshments will be provided, so please join us for a day of celebrating local history and libraries on Sat., April 13, 2-5pm at Lynden Library (216 4th St.). More info: 360-354-4883 or https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

1889: Blazes, Rails, and the Year of Statehood – A year of big dreams, big

Fourth Sundays: Audubon at the Museum – Drop-in at Old City Hall (121

Home Cooking with Kate McDermott – From roasted chicken and

sings the sadness, expresses astonishment, or has somehow helped you realize what is important. Read your own poem or one by a favorite author. Reading time is limited; reserve your spot at the Deming Library. Refreshments served. On Sat,, April 6, 3-4:30pm at Deming Library. Free admission. More info: 360-592-2422 or https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

burns, and big politics,1889 captured a place in our history as a time of great prosperity and adversity. The face of Washington changed. Pioneers arrived, and townsfolk rebuilt from the rubble. Finally, on November 11, 1889, Washington rose as the 42nd state in the union. This exhibit from Legacy Washington introduces you to the people and events shaping the territory in the days leading up to statehood. Exhibit at the Whatcom Museum Old City Hall (121 Prospect St., Bellingham). Included with admission/members free. More info: 360778-8930, info@whatcommuseum.org or www.whatcommuseum.org.

Prospect St., Bellingham) and talk to experts from North Cascades Audubon Society in the John M. Edson Hall of Birds on Sun., April 28 from 1:30-3:30pm. In addition to displays of more than 500 mounted birds, the exhibit provides opportunities to learn about migration, conservation, birds in peril, and the importance of studying bird specimens today. The exhibit provides a variety of interactives, including video and audio files, and hands-on activities for children. All ages welcome. Included with admission/members free. More info: www.whatcommuseum.org.

Historic Pickett House MuseumTour –

Welcome to the Pickett House Museum, 910 Bancroft St., Bellingham, on Sun., April 14, 1-4pm. A free raffle ticket will be given to each visitor with drawing at 4pm. The winner doesn’t need to be present to win a special bunny named “Cricket” made by Bunnies by the Bay. Please come and learn how U.S. Army Captain Pickett and his wife Mrs. Pickett and son Jimmie lived in this home built in 1846. Admission is free / donations accepted. Info: 360733-5873 or daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com.

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Easter Chocolates, Home & Garden Décor, Artisan Jewelry, Designer Scarves, and Bunnies Galore!

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veggies for Sunday supper to batches of hearty soup to reheat when there’s no time to cook, Home Cooking with Kate McDermott focuses on staple recipes for people who aren’t looking for a part-time job in the kitchen. James Beard Nominee, Kate McDermott has been named “Food Rock Star” and “Pie Whisperer.” Come meet Kate at Evolve Chocolate + Cafe on Wed., April 3 from 7-8pm, where we’ll sample delicious dishes from her cookbook. Admission is ticketed. More info: 360-6712626 or events@villagebooks.com.

Author Event: Molly Hite and Class Porn – When Class Porn was first

published in 1986, it gained a cult following. With the rise of the #MeToo movement almost thirty years later, Hite was inspired to reissue Class Porn. Molly Hite was for 32 years Professor of English Literature at Cornell University, where she taught and wrote about twentieth-century fiction, feminist theory, and creative writing. She now lives in Bellingham. Presentation on Fri., April 5, 7-8pm at Village Books in Bellingham. Free admission. More info: 360-671-2626.

Deming Poetry Circle – Read the Open Monday–Friday 9am–4pm 360-788-6300, ext. 3445 • 2901 Squalicum Parkway Proceeds benefit patient care

poems that have mattered the most in your life at the Deming Library Poetry Circle for National Poetry Month. Share a poem that stabs the heart, reveals a truth,

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Whatcom Writers and Publishers Monthly Meeting – Whatcom Writers

and Publishers invites all writers to its monthly meeting on Wed., April 10, from 6-8:30pm at Nicki’s Bella Marina. Join us with Georgia Ball and Todd Warger for a discussion on graphic novels, including pitching ideas and what works in graphic novels. Please RSVP on our website to guarantee a seat. The official start time is 6pm; come at 5:30pm to get happy hour prices. Free admission. More info: 360319-8366, caithiseach@gmail.com or www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org.

Author Event: Backyard Fairies –

Step into the enchanted world of fairies with local author-illustrator Phoebe Wahl reading her new book Backyard Fairies. A little girl searches tirelessly for the fairies that she is sure live in the woods beyond her garden. But the magical creatures seem to dance just out of sight. This beautifully illustrated book leads the reader on a delightful exploration of the magic to be found in our own backyard. Enjoy the

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Calling All Writers! An International Writers’ Conference Born and Bred in Bellingham! by Deborah M. Bernard The 2019 3-day Chanticleer Book Reviews Authors Conference and Awards Ceremony and Banquet, and a Book Fair will take place at the Hotel Bellwether located at Squalicum Harbor on Bellingham Bay, Fri.-Sun., April 26-28. You do NOT have to be a published author to attend this conference! Aspiring authors, and writers of all levels, will benefit immensely from attending. Chanticleer Reviews is a Bellingham-based, internationally-recognized book review service dedicated to J.D. Barker. discovering today’s best books. Clients and attendees come from all 7 continents. Chanticleer Reviews’ first print edition of its magazine makes its debut at the conference. Featured speakers are: • J.D. Barker, International Bestselling Author of Suspense Thrillers • Scott Steindorff, A-List Hollywood Film Producer and Director • Chris Mottes, Audiobooks & Podcast Expert - CEO, Hindenburg Systems • Jessica Page Morrell, Top Tiered Development Editor • PublishDrive - Learn how to reach untapped markets with AI expert Adam Woods • Village Books - Bellingham’s very own Paul Hanson Master Writing Craft Sessions on Thursday, April 25: JD Barker and Jessica Page Morrell, before the conference at Bellingham Yacht Club. Chris Mottes. Chanticleer Topics include • Marketing, Publicity, Platform • Metadata, Analytics, SEO, Keywords • Sales Tools & Strategies • Publishing, Production, Distribution • Audio books & podcasts creation • A Touch of Hollywood – It wouldn’t be the West Coast without it. • Voice Assistants – How they are changing the publishing industry on all fronts There are six different registration packages starting at $150. Sessions, Workshops, Kaffee Klatches, & Panel Discussions • The Book Fair is open to the general public 12-5pm Sunday, April 28 Scott Steindorff. • Three Luncheons (Friday & Saturday with Keynote Speakers) • Two Cocktail Networking Parties - Friday & Saturday • Awards Ceremony Dinner Banquet on Saturday: Prizes in 16 genres. One grand prize. Get dressed up, get away from your lonely writing desk, and make your night of victory a night to remember. • After Dinner Social Hour in the Hotel Bellwether’s Fireplace Lobby - each night Register at www.chantireviews.com/chanticleer-conference for a most inspirational conference in a beautiful setting. Photos courtesy of Kiffer Brown.

story and make a fairy craft at this special program. For grades K-5 on Sat., April 13, 2-3pm at Ferndale Library (2125 Main St.). Free admission. More info: 360-384-3647 or www.wcls.org.

BrownPaperTickets.com. Receive a free ticket with purchase of The Great Pretenders. More info: 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com or www.villagebooks.com.

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Write Riot Poetry Slam in the Colophon Cafe – In honor of National

historian, Janna Gage, shares the history of Skagit Valley tulips on Thurs., April 18 at 4:30pm at Seaport Books (106 S. 1st St., La Conner). Find out how a garden club display in 1947 grew to an annual event bringing thousands of visitors from around the world. Free admission. More info: 360-399-1800, info@seaportbooks.com or www.seaportbooks.com.

Chuckanut Radio Hour Featuring Laura Kalpakian – Laura Kalpakian is

the author of sixteen novels and four collections of short fiction published in the US and the UK. She is the recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship in Fiction, and nominated for the 2007 International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award. She will be joining the Chuckanut Radio Hour on Thurs., April 18 at 7pm at WCC Heiner Theatre. Tickets for the Chuckanut Radio Hour are $5 and are available at Village Books and

Poetry Month, Village Books and the Colophon Cafe (1208 11th St., Bellingham) are pleased to be teaming up with local poet extraordinaire DeeDee Chapman to bring our second poetry slam to the building on Wed., April 24 from 7-8pm. This is a free, all-ages (expect some adult language) event, space allowing. The Colophon will be offering drink specials from the bar and food to nibble as the slam goes on. Please support the venue by purchasing from the menu. Contact the bookstore for details or check Village Books’, Colophon Cafe’s and Write Riot’s Facebook pages. Free admission. More info: 360-671-2626 or events@villagebooks.com.

Author/Illustrator Open House and meet some of your creative neighbors. Featuring published authors and illustrators living in Sudden Valley, the open house will offer a chance to visit with the writers and artists, and to explore samples of their work. On Sat., April 27, 10am-3pm at South Whatcom Library (10 Barn View Ct., Sudden Valley, Gate 2). Free admission. More info: 360-305-3632 or https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

Local Authors/Illustrators Meet and Greet – We are discovering that the

Sudden Valley community is home to quite a lot of talent! Join us for our Local

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Small Looms Clinic for Weavers –

Join members of the Whatcom Weavers Guild in the SkillShare Space at the Bellingham Library (210 Central Ave.) as they work on projects on their small looms on Sat., April 6 from noon-3pm. Some weavers will be demonstrating their craft, while others will welcome you trying it out yourself. Free admission. More info: 360-778-7217, jjohnson@cob.org, or www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Self Defense for Women – This class

provides intellectual and physical components with emphasis on strategy, intelligence, awareness, and avoidance. Learn observation skills to recognize early warning signs of danger; simple and effective physical techniques to disable an attacker long enough to escape; and more. Robert Ellsworth, Corrections Deputy for the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office, has been teaching self-defense for over 20 years. Registration is required; space is limited. On Sat., April 13, 11am-3pm at Blaine Library and Sat., April 27, 11am3pm at Ferndale Library. More info: 360-305-3637 or https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

Sex-Positive Parenting – Committed to

creating a safe space where children can talk about sex and sexuality? Want to build a culture of consent and support young people in defining themselves? Come gather with other parents, guardians, and childcare providers to talk about how to nurture children’s developing sexuality and their relationship with themselves in a way that is shame-free, inclusive and joyful! Hosted by WinkWink, this class is led by Jennifer Given-Helms, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in private practice. Takes place on Tues., April 16 from 6:30-8pm at WinkWink (1303 Commercial St., Suite 1, Bellingham). Admission is $10. Info: 360990-0225, info@winkwinkboutique.com or www.winkwinkboutique.com.

oven. In class, we will go over techniques used to create, bowls, cups, etc. For ages 6+; cost is $10. Takes place on Fri., April 19 from 4-6pm at Bellingham Makerspace (1000 F St.). More info: manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or www.eventbrite.com/e/make-arthandbuilding-tickets-55618873548.

Molded Paper Making from Garden Waste Workshop – Make beautiful

molded plant and paper medallions to use in cards and scrapbooks or mount as wall art. Bring what you have from your yard and garden (dried trimmings, clippings, flowers, etc.) or use what the instructor has harvested and prepared. Participants can take home the paper they make in the workshop. On Sat., April 20, noon-2pm at Lynden Library (216 4th St.). Free admission. More info: 360-354-4883 or https://wcls.libcal.com/calendar/events.

Coding with the Adafruit Circuit Playground Express – Have you always

wanted to code? Need a starting point? This is your blastoff into computing and launch pad for more advanced Bellingham Makerspace tech classes! You’ll create your own CPX projects using Microsoft’s MakeCode. Ages 10-90+ years old. No experiences needed, just bring your enthusiasm! Parental accompaniment required for ages 10-15. Cost is $65, which includes your own Adafruit Circuit Playground Express (CPX), a small, powerful, friendly computer with plenty of built-in functions! Workshop takes place on Thurs., April 25 from 4:30-6:30pm at Bellingham Makerspace (1000 F St., Bellingham). More info: manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or www.eventbrite.com/e/coding-with-theadafruit-circuit-playground-expresstickets-57149421458.

Improv Playworks in April – Learn to

Think on Your Feet! Come join us for a free workshop. An evening of play, creativity, storytelling and fun! We will do a selection of games and exercises from improvisational theater. All levels welcome, absolutely no experience necessary! Adults & teens 14+. Join us at Improv Playworks Studio (1011 Girard St., Bellingham) on Wed., April 17 and Tues., April 23 from 7-9pm. Free admission. More info: 360756-0756, sheIila@improvplayworks.com or www.improvplayworks.

Make Art: Handbuilding – Unlike

normal pottery classes, this one teaches you how to use skills that date back to the BC era, when people did not have pottery wheels and used their hands to create amazing works of art. Normally handbuilding classes use terracotta or other kiln-fired clay, but in this class we will be using baking clay that can be brought home and baked in a kitchen

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Earth Day Celebration – Help plant

1,000 native trees and shrubs to improve riparian habitat and water quality at Muddy Creek (34142 Lyman Hamilton Hwy., Sedro-Woolley) on Sat., April 27, 10am-3pm. We are partnering with the Skagit Land Trust, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the Salmon Recovery Funding Board for Earth Day this year! In years past, this site has undergone massive blackberry removal and debris clean up from an old residence. It’s finally ready to be planted and reincorporated into the natural surrounding riparian habitat! Free admission. More info: 360366-0172, outreach@skagitfisheries.org or www.skagitfisheries.org/event/earth-daycelebration-2.

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Eat Local First Food & Farm Finder Release – Join us on Sat., April 6 on the

opening day of the Bellingham Farmers Market (11am-3pm, 1100 Railroad Ave.), when we will release the 2019 Eat Local First Food & Farm Finder! This guide holds everything you need to find and delight in local food. A comprehensive list of U-Picks, local farms, seafood, and much more. More info: 360-647-7093, diana@sustainableconnections.org or https://eatlocalfirst.org/all-events.

Langar: Come! Come! Eat! Eat! –

Langar is the sacred community free kitchen of the Sikh people and every Sikh Gurdwara (temple) serves delicious vegetarian food, inviting the general public every Sunday to come eat with us from 11am-2pm. The largest free kitchen in the world is Langar at Darbar Sahib, Amritsar India, where they serve 100,000 people a day every weekend, and 50,000 a day on weekdays. We take off our shoes and cover our heads as we enter any Gurdwara. Simple head-coverings are provided, or wear your own. Extremely child friendly. Guru Nanak Gursikh Gurdwara is located at 176 Pole Rd., Lynden. Free admission. More info: 510-375-2603, Roselotus@aol.com or www.facebook.com/tsikh76.

Paddling Film Festival: 2019 World Tour – For 14 years, the Paddling Film

Festival World Tour has been showcasing the very best paddling films. You’ll be inspired to explore rivers, lakes and oceans, push extremes, embrace the paddling lifestyle, and appreciate the wild places. Come celebrate early with a vendor expo, purchase raffle tickets, grab a beer or cold beverage, and settle in for the first ever Bellingham screening of the World Tour Paddling Festival, hosted by Moondance Sea Kayak Adventures. On Fri., April 5 from 6:30-9:30pm at BTC’s Settlemeyer Hall. Admission is $15. More info: 360738-7664, info@moondancekayak.com or https://moondancekayak.com/paddlingfilm-festival-bellingham-wa.

greatest comedy feature of all time by magazines and media outlets around the world. Screening on Thurs., April 18 at 7:30pm at Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon). More info: 360-3368955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org.

Fly Fishing Film Tour 2019 – Come

enjoy the latest in fly fishing adventure film and support wild steelhead on Thurs., April 11 at 7pm at the Lincoln Theatre (712 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon). The film tour will feature a variety of short films about fly fishing from around the globe. Following the film there will be a raffle for a number of fishing products and logo gear to enjoy. All proceeds from the event will go to our local North Sound Chapter of Trout Unlimited for use in wild steelhead recovery efforts. Admission is $15 advance / $20 at the door. More info: 360-3368955, tickets@lincolntheatre.org or www.lincolntheatre.org.

Monty Python’s Life of Brian –

Coffee with Northwest Singles Club, age 40+ – Join lively singles for hikes, dinners, movies, recreational activities and other meet-ups. Saturdays, 10am-noon at the Bellingham Ferry Terminal. More info: nwsinglesclub@gmail.com.

Returning to cinemas for it’s 40th Anniversary, Monty Python delivers a scathing, anarchic satire of both religion and Hollywood’s depiction of all things biblical with their 1979 feature film Life of Brian. Highly controversial upon its original release and banned in several countries, the film is now frequently ranked as the

Volunteer Orientation at Makerspace – Interested in joining the

Makerspace volunteer team? Join us for our Volunteer Orientation on the first Saturday of the month from 11am12:30pm, where you’ll learn all about the Makerspace (1000 F St.) and how your skills can help the Bellingham creative community! Fill out the application form on our website and bring a laptop/tablet with you. More info: manager@bellinghammakerspace.org or https://bellinghamfoundry.com/posts/ volunteer-orientation.

Gathering of Crones – Crones, an

archetype for older women, meet monthly for discussion, singing, and poetry. Find support, share your adventure in living, and connect to camaraderie with other sisters. Newcomers welcome. Join us on Thurs., April 18 from 10-11:30am at The Willows (3115 Squalicum Pkwy., 1st Floor West Lounge). More info: 360-595-4485. Visit www.ennw.info to view Entertainment News NW on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

Local Women’s Film Festival Showcases Bellingham to the World by April Metz de Montiel You may not know it, but right here in Bellingham is an exclusive film festival comprised entirely of women directors. From April 11-14, 2019, a globally diverse group of film aficionados will convene for the third annual CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival. This four-day event presents the outstanding entries by women directors from around the world at Pickford Film Center and Deb Slater conducts panel interview with Mount Baker Theatre. Cheryl Boone Isaacs, the first African American director to serve as President of the Academy of Inspired by the Female Eye Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), known Film Festival in Toronto, Canada, for its annual Academy Awards (Oscars). Cascadia’s founders envisioned a festival to foster female directors and create an environment where filmmakers could network while, at the same time, promoting the Pacific Northwest as a film-positive place to work. Because Bellingham and the surrounding environs are naturally beautiful, CASCADIA’s founders chose to create CASCADIA as a destination festival for filmmakers and film connoisseurs. Bellingham is also known for its ardent support of artists and non-profit ventures so it seemed an ideal spot for this kind of festival, according to Executive Director Cheryl Crooks.

Cascadia also offers educational opportunities for participants to learn about the craft. According to www.womeninhollywood.com, of the top 1200 grossing films, only 4.3% were directed by women from 2017 through 2018. With its Visions and Voices four-month educational film series launched this year, CASCADIA called attention to the forgotten films by cinema’s women directors. As Crooks states: “From 1900-1919 women dominated the film industry and we are trying to reclaim this history in our series Visions and Voices. Learning how to make films and how the industry business works is part of why Cascadia exists.” During the festival, CASCADIA stages free panel discussions with film industry professionals that are open to the public. One of this year’s panels will explore “The Art of the Short Film,” on Thursday, April 11 at 2pm at Western Washington University. Its short films, which doubled this year, are

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The 2018 Directors Party at Spark Museum in Bellingham.

submitted globally. The films are first reviewed by screeners located all over the world; finalists are advanced to the festival’s program selection committee.. The festival’s feature films are curated. Cascadia’s mission is not only to promote women-directed films, but also to examine the greater conversation of intersexuality and non-binary genders. “As a majority white community it is our responsibility to make sure all artists are represented,” affirms Tara Nelson, CASCADIA’s communications director. The Canadian First Nations submission entitled OchiSkwaCho, by Jules Koostachin, is the story of a two-spirit protagonist. While Cannes Film Festival Award Winner, Emily Weinstein, is showing her piece, Candace, which won Best Film in the American Pavilion Merging LGBTQ Filmmakers Showcase. CASCADIA’s 2019 Honored Guest, Freida Lee Mock will present and discuss her film Anita–Speaking Truth To Power, a film about Anita Hill’s story of sexual harassment by then Supreme Court nominee, Clarence Thomas. Freida Lee Mock, a Chinese American, is a five-time Academy Award-nominated director best known for her Oscar-winning film Maya Lin: A Strong, Clear Vision, as well as Rose Kennedy, A Life To Remember, and Wrestling With Angels–Playwright Tony Kushner. Her forthcoming film is about Ruth Bader Ginsburg entitled: RUTH: Justice Ginsberg In Her Own Words. She is being honored for her career and as a champion for documentary film, as well as women and people of color in the film industry on Friday, April 12 at the Mount Baker Theatre. A full schedule can be found at www.cascadiafilmfest.org/schedule. For more Information and to register, visit www.pickfordfilmcenter.org/about/press or www.cascadiafilmfest.org. Photos courtesy of Cascadia International Women’s Film Festival.

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