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Entertainment News Northwest is proud to announce that one of its own, Christopher Key, recently received several Washington Press Association Communication Contest Awards for his writing for ENNW. The Communication Contest is an annual event open to journalists across the state.

Key, who regularly writes play reviews for ENNW’s online blog, received Third Place for “Da Da Da Dum,” Second Place for “How’s Your Credit,” and First Place for “Word!”. The awards were presented at the Seattle Museum of Flight on Saturday, April 24.

“It was extremely gratifying to be recognized,”says Key. “I’ve put my heart and soul into this blog for the past year and a half.”

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2 • Award Spotlight: ENNW Writer Christopher Key Receives Awards4 • Bellingham Scottish Highland Games Celebrates 50 Years!5 • Family & Kids6 • Summer Camps for Kids7 • Family & Kids8 • Family & Kids / Outdoors

9-10 • Dance11 • Dance / Workshops12 • CedarWorks Gallery Offers Lummi Nation Art13 • Art / 2010 Sculpture Invitational – Mother’s Day Opening at Big Rock Garden Park

14-15 • Art16 • Art / Lummi Island Artists’ Studio Tour Coming up Memorial Day Weekend17 • Art / Home & Garden18 • Crafts / Potpourri

19-30 • Pull-out Calendar31 • Potpourri32 • Visit the Unique Conway Muse!33 • Music34 • Music / In May: a March – a Marriage – a Mystery!

35-37 • Music38 • Expect Miracles – WWU Tackles Classic Story39 • Theatre / Bard on the Beach Pre-season Event:

Getting Ready for a Summer of Shakespeare40-41 • Yellow Bricks Beckon – NWTG Brings The Wizard /

Film42 • Health & Fitness / History43 • Theatre / Cuisine44 • Sablefish – Fresh from the Pacific45 • Literature / Skagit River Poetry Festival Offers

Workshops With Nation’s Top Poets May 20-22 in La Conner

46-47 • Literature / Benefits & Fundraisers / Backgammon is Back!

48 • Tango and More During Girls Night Out

On the cover: Enjoy music, dancing, athletic competitions, beer garden, food, kid-friendly activitiesand more at the 50th anniversary of the Bellingham Scottish Highland Games. See page 4.

On this page: Don’t miss the free self-guided Lummi Island Artists’ Studio Tour, May 29 & 30. Seepage 16. Pictured: Koi on Jade, by Basil Atkinson.

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The Bellingham Scottish HighlandGames will kick off another celebration ofScottish culture at 8am on Saturday, June 5at Hovander Park in Ferndale.

The festivities begin on Friday, June 4,with a “Scottish Idol” competition in whichcontestants vie for cash prizes bydemonstrating any talent they may have.

“We even had a cowboy out there ropinga kid one time,” said Glen Winchester,executive director of the Games.

The Games begin the next morning at8am. Competitions include everythingfrom dance, athletics, harp and piping todrumming. In the past, competitors havenumbered more than 1,000.

Winchester said he expects around 400pipers, 250 dancers, and a much largergroup of athletes to compete.

Music and dancing always plays a veryprominent role in the Games. This year, inaddition to the usual piping, harpers’ circle,highland dancing and country dancing, theGames will feature Irish step dancers.

Celtic bands Maggie’s Fury and theWicked Tinkers will play live musicthroughout the Games.

Around noon on Saturday, all the bandswill come together for a massing of thebands, in which all will play together. Theywill do the same around at 5pm Sunday forthe closing ceremony.

Sunday will feature the CelticEntertainment Stage, which is intended forexhibition rather than judging. Winchestersaid vocalists, musicians, dancers andcomedians begin at noon on Sunday andrun through the end of the day on theentertainment stage.

On the athletic side, events include thecaber toss, sheaf toss, stone throw, theScottish hammer and a junior athleticscompetition.

Vendors will set up shop aroundHovander to provide traditional Scottishspecialty foods and local tastes as well.

There will also be a beer garden, and theWicked Tinkers will play at the Saturdayevening Ceilidh, which is the Gaelic wordfor “party.”

This year marks an important milestonein the history of the Games: their 50thanniversary.

“There’ll be a lot of extra things therethis year because of the 50th,” Winchestersaid.

These extra things include a set of giantinflatables for children to play on. TheGames set aside a designated children’s areathat is fenced off to provide kid-friendlyactivities. There will also be animals and acandy scramble for children to enjoy.

The Games end each night between5pm and 5:30pm. Once the closingceremonies finish up on Sunday, a rugbygame will be played.

The cost of entry is $10 for adults, $7 forseniors and children, and $2 for parking.There are no dogs allowed on the fields atthe Games.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join the50-year celebration of The BellinghamScottish Highland Games! For moreinformation, visitwww.bellinghamhighland.org.

Bellingham Scottish Highland Games Celebrates 50 Years!

Photos courtesy of the BellinghamScottish Highland Games.

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Bellingham Bay’s Opening Day ofthe Boating Season Celebration –Bellingham Bay’s boating season starts withan Opening Day Ceremony and BoatParade sponsored by the Bellingham YachtClub, Sat., May 1. Next door, at theSqualicum Yacht Club, a hardy breakfast ofeggs, pancakes and sausages, along withcoffee and juice will be served for $5 a platefrom 8-11am, with all proceeds going to theBellingham Food Bank. The ceremony,which includes the Blessing of the Fleet,will occur at noon at the Windows on theBay Events facility located in the BYCbuilding; Squalicum Harbor, Gate 3.Boaters are invited to participate in thedecorated boat parade. Prizes will beawarded. Participants must register to winprizes. Not boating? Pack a picnic and enjoythe boat parade from the vantage points ofthe Bellingham Cruise Terminal orBoulevard Park. More info: visitwww.byc.org.Young Writers Studio Workshops –The Young Writers Studio offersworkshops for all grade levels and abilities. • Teen Writers Studio (grades 8-12)meets the 1st and 3rd Saturdays throughJune 5, 10am-noon. Cost is $20 per sessiondrop-in. • Intermediate Writers Studio(grades 4-7) meets the 2nd and 4thSaturdays through May 22, 10am-noon.Cost is $20 per session drop-in. • TheReluctant Writer (grades 3-6) meets the1st Wednesday through June 2, 4:15-5:15pm. Cost is $10 per session drop-in. •Flash Fiction (grades 5-8) meets the 2ndWednesday through May 12, 4:15-5:15pm.Cost is $10 per session drop-in. • Poetry(grades 7-12) meets the 3rd Wednesdaythrough May 19, 4:15-5:15pm. Cost is $10per session drop-in. • Kids Write! (grades2-4) meets the 4th Wednesday throughMay 26, 4:15-5:15pm. Cost is $10 persession drop-in. • All workshops are held atthe Center for Expressive Arts andExperiential Education, 1317 CommercialAve., Bellingham. More info and to register,visit: www.youngwritersstudio.org.

7th Annual Procession of theSpecies Parade – This annual event willtake place Sat., May 1, 4pm with line up at3:30pm in the back of the library – sameroute through Downtown Bellingham. A“Tent Spider” building the community web!– a giant spider was created from 95%recycled materials by over one hundredstudents and volunteers. Contributors:Carol Oberton, Director of Start HereCommunity Arts; Whatcom Community

Foundation Grant; Lightcatcher ArtMuseum; Allied Arts; Pickford Children’sFilm Festival; The ReStore; and artist ThorMyhre. Free. Info: www.bpots.org. Community Breakfast – The RomeGrange, 2821 Mt. Baker Hwy., presents itsmonthly Community Breakfast on Sun.,May 2, 8am-1pm. The breakfast featuresmade-from-scratch pancakes, French toast,sausage, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs,juice & coffee. Fastest service from 11am-1pm. Cost is $5 adults, $2 kids age 6-10, 5and under free. Next breakfast is Sun.,June 6. More info: 671-7862.Kids and Teens at U & Me Dance:Where Kids Learn to Dance! – U & MeDance offers a fun and educational youthprogram for social dancing with affordable,engaging classes in a family environment. • Check out the Bellingham Stars,Bellingham’s first and only competitive andshow ballroom dance team for ages 10-18.Class meets on Fridays, 3:45-6pm, andaccepts students by commitment. ContactMary at U & Me Dance for all youth info at676-0292, or visitwww.uandmedance.com.Children’s Art Walk May 7 –Children’s art lights up 45 downtownBellingham businesses during the 10thAnnual Allied Arts Children’s Art Walk thisMay. The opening event, Fri., May 7 from6-9pm, features activities, receptions andentertainment. Artwork stays on displaythrough May 21 in honor of Arts EducationMonth, designated by WashingtonGovernor Christine Gregoire. During theopening reception children’s art lovers canwalk the streets and delight in art displays instore windows, hear youth perform music,or participate in special offerings at TheLightcatcher, the American Museum ofRadio and Electricity, and Allied Arts.Entertainment and art can be enjoyed atThe Leopold, 1224 Cornwall, and theBellingham Youth Jazz Band performs from6-7pm at 1300 Cornwall Ave. A highlightexhibit, “Lighting Up Education with Arts,”opens at the Allied Arts Gallery, 1418Cornwall. Over 20 Allied Arts TeachingArtists display their professional art and artcreated by students in their public schoolworkshops. Allied Arts Education Projectprovides high-quality visual, theatre, anddance arts throughout Whatcom Countyand coordinates the Children’s Art Walk.The exhibit includes artist and studentpaintings of Donna Washington, BenMann, Ellen Clark, Janet Lehwalder, MaryEnnes Davis; clay works by Marge Forestand sculpture by Jacquie Bresadola;recycled art of Kuros Zahedi and 2010Mayor’s Art Award winner Thor Myhre,and varied arts from other teaching artistsand students. Teaching Artists will be onhand to share about their experiences. Alsoon display is art of two middle schoolstudents who are part of the Arts Alive!mentorship collaboration between the local4-H and Allied Arts. Children’s art loverscan enjoy offerings at The Lightcatcherbuilding of Whatcom Museum, open with

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A Gift of Dance is offering summerworkshops for those who love to dance.Two week workshops for higher leveldancers will be offered July 26-August 6.Dancers will enjoy developing technique inballet, jazz, contemporary, tap along withtraining in choreography and Pilates. Abeginning one week workshop for 7-9-year-olds will be offered August 9-13. More info:email [email protected], call 354-6066, or visit www.agiftofdance.org.BellinghamART Summer ArtCamps for Children and Teens –Weekly camps are held mornings orafternoons: June 28 to Aug. 13. Whetheryou’re new or have been coming for years,you’ll learn new skills and have fun creatingart. Each year, we add dynamic and newprojects so camps are fresh and excitingtime and again! Visitwww.BellinghamArt.com for completeclass descriptions, class schedule, tuitionfees and registration form or phone LynnZimmerman at 738-8379.Bellingham Children’s Theatre(BTC) Summer Camp 2010“Schnuzik” – Bellingham Children’sTheatre is holding its second round ofauditions for the original, wacky fun-filledmusical “Schnuzik” on Sat., May 22, 11am-4pm, at 1412 Cornwall Ave, downtownBellingham. This summer theatreproduction has space for only 40 campers,rehearses outdoors in Bellingham’s beautifulparks, and performs July 30-Aug. 1 at theFairhaven Village Green. Acting, dancingand lip-syncing has never been this fun!Ages: 7-18. Roles: Aliens, Sistas’,Geologists, Reporters, Clones, Crybabies.Info: 734-9999 [email protected] Academy for Youth – WesternWashington University Dance Academy forYouth is for youth entering grades K-12 andruns Aug. 2-20. This three-week program

will enhance skills and expand horizons witha showcase performance in Old MainTheatre. Visit the website for more details:www.wwu.edu/youth, email:[email protected] or call 650-3308.Dancing For Joy Dance Camps –Dance Camps will be held at the Firs Chaleton Mt. Baker. Sign up continues for thegrade 3-5 camp (Aug. 20-22), and thegrade 6-8 camp (Aug. 22-25). Space islimited. Dancing For Joy is also offering P3-2nd grade camps at their studio from Aug.18-20. Summer Drop-In Program beginsTues., June 29. More info:www.dancing4joy.org or 715-0900.Lakewood Jr. Sailing Camp –Western Washington University’sLakewood Jr. Sailing Camp is for youthages 11-18 that are looking for adventure onthe water. Young sailors and windsurferschoose from various experience levels, frombeginner to advanced, during the weeklyhalf-day programs on Lake Whatcom, June21-Aug. 20. Visit the website for details:www.wwu.edu/youth, [email protected] or call 650-3308.Northwest Ballet Summer Camp –Northwest Ballet is presently enrollingstudents for its 2010 Summer Intensive forIntermediate and Advanced level balletclasses as well as three separate 3-day mini-camps. The four week intensive, July 19 toAug. 13, will be staffed with qualifiedinstructors in classical ballet, modern,lyrical, jazz and tap and will introduceadditional classes in conditioning, nutrition,choreography and stagecraft. The summermini camps, July 5-7, July 12-14 and August16-18 are designed for younger (CreativeMovement, Pre-Ballet and Ballet levels I-III)dancers with classes in ballet, lyrical, tap,improv and dance history. Studios areequipped with sprung dance floors and aparent viewing area and lounge. NorthwestBallet is located at 1417 Cornwall Ave., Ste.

201, Bellingham. More info: 714-1246,[email protected] or visitwww.northwestballet.org.Pacé Atelier Art Studio is nowenrolling for our fabulous summer artcamps, for kids ages 4-teens and adults.Week long art camps are offered July 5-9,12-16, 19-23, and Aug. 9-13, 10am-2pm.Teen classes 4-7pm. New this summer, weare offering a unique 2-week workshop forteens and older kids, “Elements of theEarth” July 26-30 and Aug. 2-6. The kidswill have the opportunity to work in clay,stone carving, bronze and photography,with local artists. More info: 393-1335,[email protected] orwww.paceatelier.com.META Performing Arts SummerPerforming Arts Camp for Kids –Registration is now open for full or 1/2 dayprograms available in three age groups.Programs include classes in acting,choreography, vocal training, musicaltheatre, improvisation, stage combat andauditioning. Camp dates are: July 12-16,July 19-23, and July 26-30, More info or toregister for classes: 466-3072. META isSkagit Valley’s only non-profit youth theatregroup. Visit our website atwww.metaperformingarts.org.Mt. Baker Youth Symphony“Summer Sounds” RegistrationNow Open – Mt. Baker YouthSymphony offers training and summer funfor strings, winds, brass, percussion, jazzand vocals, for youth ages 11-21, at CampCasey on Whidbey Island. This year’s datesare Aug. 7-13. Special guest artist/teacheris violinist Arthur Zadinsky of the SeattleSymphony. Cost is $600 and includes room& board, daily instruction, master classattendance, camp T-shirt, faculty concerts,choice of art, drama, or music history /theory (day campers are $400). More info:mbys.org, 421-2527, or [email protected] Youth Theatre Institutefor Grades 1-12 – Western WashingtonUniversity’s Summer Youth TheatreInstitute is for students entering grades 1-12. The Elementary (grades 1-5) programwill run June 21-July 2 and the Secondary(grades 6-12) program will run June 21-July9. Both levels give youth an opportunity topractice the theory of theatre and performon the grand stage of WWU’s Old MainTheatre. Secondary students may add theoption to rehearse and perform in aproduction, Disney’s “High SchoolMusical.” Visit the website for more details:www.wwu.edu/youth, email:[email protected] or call 650-3308.U & Me Dance Summer Camps –Where Kids Learn to Dance! – U & MeDance offers a fun and educational youthprogram for social dancing with affordable,engaging classes in a family environment.Summer Camp for Swing, Latin, andBallroom in June. Contact Mary at U & MeDance for all youth info at 676-0292, orvisit www.uandmedance.com.


no entry fee for the May 7 event. Visitorsmay explore the exhibitions, “Show ofHands; Northwest Women Artists 1880-2010” and “Expanded Horizons: PanoramicPhotographs by J.W. Sandison.” The FamilyInteractive Gallery (FIG) displays apanoramic photo of a 26’ mural, created atAlderwood Elementary in the colorful styleof Brazilian artist Marcio Melo, along withrepresentative children’s art from the mural.Mary Ennes Davis, head artist of the muralproject, leads a free hands-on workshopduring the opening event. Art from theRoosevelt Elementary Arts Impactprogram will be on digital display in themuseum. Music at the museum is providedby local area elementary choirs. For thoseinterested in the blending of arts andscience, they can go to American Museumof Radio and Electricity to see puppets ondisplay and on-stage along with localsubmissions from the 2010 WashingtonState Science Fair. Several displays havebeen provided through the BellinghamSchool District’s Highly Capable Learner’sProgram. More info, 676-8548,www.alliedarts.org.BAAY Offers Three Shows – BAAYJr. (ages 8 to 10) presents “Popeye theMusical!” on Fri., May 7, 7pm; Sat., May8, 2pm & 7pm; Fri., May 14, 7pm; Sat.,May 15, 2pm & 7pm; and Sun., May 16,2pm. This will be a lively and very physicalshow, with lots of fun for all! Mary Evans isthe director/choreographer and SteveBarnes is the musical director. • “OnceUpon a Mattress,” a great musical madefamous by actress Carol Burnett, will bepresented Fri., May 21, 7pm; Sat., May 22,2pm & 7pm; Sun., May 23, 2pm; Fri., May28, 7pm; and Sat., May 29, 2pm & 7pm.WWU Director Jim Lortz leads a cast of20 actors ages 10 to 13. Mary Evans is thedirector/choreographer and Steve Barnes isthe musical director. • BAAY RepertoryTheatre (ages 13 to 15) presents “LittleShop of Horrors.” This will be a top-notch show, pushing the envelope foryoung peoples’ theatre! David Post is thedirector/musical director, and LisaMarkowitz is the choreographer.Performances are Fri., June 4, 7pm; Sat.,June 5, 2pm & 7pm; Sun., June 6, 2pm;Fri., June 11, 7pm; Sat., June 12, 2pm &7pm; Sun., June 13, 2pm; Fri., June 18,7pm; and Sat., June 19, 2pm & 7pm. • All performances take place at the BAAYActors’ Studio, 1059 N. State St. inBellingham. Tickets are available at thedoor or www.brownpapertickets.com.The Children’s Story Garden atHovander Homestead Park in Ferndale is aplace for kids and adults to grow together.

The Whatcom County Master GardenerProgram is offering free programs, a fee-based program, and visits for special groups.The first free program is “Pot a Plant” onSat., May 8, 9am-2pm, as part of theannual Master Gardener Plant Sale. Thefee-based program “Veggie Patrol,” is asummer-long program that began April 24.With the help of Master Gardeners,children and adults will meet to plant,maintain, and harvest vegetables in theChildren’s Story Garden. There will bespecial lessons on composting and makingworm bins, creative container plantings,beneficial bugs, and art in the garden.Special arrangements can be made forschools, 4-H groups, and home schoolers tomeet Wed. mornings. Info: 676-6736,www.whatcom.wsu.edu/mastergardener/csg, email: [email protected] Fly Fishing Day – All ages arewelcome to “Family Day: Fly Fishing in theSkagit” at the Skagit County HistoricalMuseumon Sat.,May 8from 11am-4pm.Visitorslearn howto cast aline, tie afly, make fish paintings and other “fishy”crafts. At 2pm, Fidalgo Fly Fishers willpresent on insects, tied flies and fly fishingequipment. $4 adults / $3 seniors / $8families. 501 S. 4th St., La Conner, 466-3365 or www.skagitcounty.net/museum.“Show of Hands” Family ActivityDay – Visit the newly opened “Show ofHands: Northwest Women Artists 1880-2010” exhibition on Sat., May 8, noon-4pm,and then dive into the creative process atthe Whatcom Museum LightcatcherBuilding! Hands-on projects, storytime inthe galleries, and family fun will be availablefor all. $3 includes admission / Museummembers free. 250 Flora St., Bellingham.More info: 778-8930 or visitwww.whatcommuseum.org.Children’s Book Week at VillageBooks – All-ages events include: Thurs.,May 13, 7pm: Mama, is it Summer Yet? byNikki McClure; Fri., May 14, 7pm: TheCan Man by Craig Orback; Sat., May 15,2pm: The Humblebee Hunter: Inspired by theLife and Experiments of Charles Darwin andhis Children by Deborah Hopkinson. Sun.,May 16, 2pm: Goblins!: An UnderneathAdventure by Royce Buckingham (kids’author event and children’s poster contestawards). We hope you’ll join us! 1200 11thSt. in Fairhaven. More info: 671-2626 orwww.villagebooks.com.Heritage Flight Museum’s FutureFlyers Thank Veterans – TheHeritage Flight Museum will hold itsmonthly Fly Day on Sat., May 15 fromnoon-4pm. The Future Flyers kids area willfeature an activity for children to makethank you cards for WWII Veterans. Thenearby Albert J. Hamilton VFW post willpresent the cards, including others made by

local school kids, to WWII Veterans at anevent they host in June. HFM’s collectionincludes flying World War II, Korean andViet Nam era aircraft. Also, various militaryand NASA memorabilia are on display.Admission is free. For more info about theMuseum, visit www.heritageflight.org.Bellingham Roller Betties – Join theBellingham Roller Betties on Sat., May 15 atthe Whatcom Community College PavilionGym, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham.Doors open at 4pm, bout begins at 5pm.Remaining 2010 season dates include June12 and July 17. Purchase tickets online atwww.brownpapertickets.com, or at thefollowing local businesses: Old SchoolTattoo, Merch Bot, Casa Que Pasa, ThePaper Doll, The Community Food Co-op(Downtown and Cordata), and VillageBooks. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 forchildren 12 and under. More info:www.bellinghamrollerbetties.com or [email protected] Classes for Kids and Teens –Improv Playworks presents classes forchildren taught by Sheila Goldsmith. Thefree drop-in Improv Class for Kids (ages 9-14) will be held on Sun., May 16, 3-4pm,and for Teens (ages 15+) on Sun., May 16,4:15-5:15pm, at 302 W. Illinois (Illinois &Sunset Dr.), Bellingham. Pre-registrationrequired. • New ongoing improv classes forkids ages 9-14 and teens ages 15+ beginningin May. Call 756-0756 to register.Southside Community Meal: MeetYour Neighbors! – The Happy ValleyNeighborhood Association and OurSaviour’s Lutheran Church are partneringto provide a free monthly “homemade”meal as an opportunity to gather with ourneighbors, to eat good food and listen tomusic. Everyone is invited. Join us on Sun.,May 16, from 5-6:30pm for dinner at OurSaviour’s Lutheran Church, 1720 HarrisAve., Bellingham. Handicap accessible.More info, to volunteer, or to donate food,call the church at 733-6749. Food donatedby The Market at Fairhaven, GreatHarvest, and Avenue Bread. NextCommunity Meal is Sept. 19.Written Expressions (Open Mic) –C.E.A.E.E., in association with YoungWriters Studio and P.I.P.E., hosts a night ofexpression on Thurs., May 20, 6:30-9pm.People of all ages are welcome to come andshare their own writings. This is a freefamily-friendly event. If your child wouldlike to learn how to speak into a mic orpractice with a mic please come after 6pmfor a short lesson on mic expressions.Location: 1317 Commercial St., Suite 201(right across from the Parkade), Bellingham.More info: 671-5355 or email:[email protected] Island Saturday Market –Opening day of the market is Sat., May 22,just south of the Lummi Island Ferry Dockat the Islander. Take the Whatcom Chieffrom Gooseberry Point at 10 minutes aftereach hour. Ferry rates for round trip: walk-on and bike/rider $4, car/driver is $10, freeunder age 12. Market is 1/2 block from the

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Young people enjoying the Art Walk in 2009


dock. Our Island farmers have freshproduce and flowers. We also have artistsshowing handcrafted jewelry, photos, cards,paintings, fiber arts and pottery. Open10am-1pm every Saturday. More info: [email protected] Children’s Film FestivalMay 22-23 – This festival bringsindependent children’s films to downtownBellingham on Sat. & Sun., May 22 & 23.“Best of the Fest” Short Films from the2010 Seattle Children’s Film Festival – Sat.-Sun, 11am, Pickford Cinema (PFC). $6.75,kids under 12 & members $5.25, freepopcorn with coupon. Academy Awardnominated animated feature “Secret ofKells” – Sat.-Sun., 12:45pm, PickfordCinema. $6.75, kids under 12 & members$5.25, free popcorn with coupon. Kids’Book Arts Workshop in the WhatcomMuseum Family Interactive Gallery (FIG) –Sat.-Sun., noon-4pm, $3 with coupon.Free festival coupons with full admission atany festival event; use for other discounts.Pickford Cinema, 1416 Cornwall,www.pickfordfilmcenter.org, 647-1300, .Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building,250 Flora, 778-8930,www.whatcommuseum.org.Family Fun Night! Come on down tothe Bellingham Senior Center, 315 HalleckSt., on Fri., May 28 from 5:30-9pm for freedinner and family fun including Wii bowling,karaoke, games, pool, ping pong, crafts.Children must be accompanied by a parent.More info: 733-4030.Old Fairhaven Association hoststhe “It All Ends in Fairhaven”festival for Ski to Sea in historic Fairhavenon Sun., May 30, 10am-8pm. More info:www.fairhaven.com.

ONGOING• Blaine Public Library – Every Tues.,6:30-8pm: Knights on the Rim, a Jr. ChessClub for kids 6-18. Every Sat., 3-5pm:Afternoon Movies at the Library, call for titles.More info: 332-8146.• Ferndale Farmers Market – Continues

through Sat., Oct. 9 at the beautifulCentennial Riverwalk Park in Ferndale.Accepting vendors now. Call 384-3042 formore info.• Lightcatcher – Family Storytime everyWednesday, 3pm in the FIG for children agesbirth-6 years and adult caregiver. Specialtheme each week. Lightcatcher Building, 250Flora St., Bellingham. Open Tues.-Sun., noon-5pm. Admission is $10 general, $8student/senior/military, $4.50 children under5, Museum members free. More info: 778-8930 or visit www.whatcommuseum.org.• Village Books – Story Time forPreschoolers, every Sat. through June 19,10:30-11am. 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com.• Whatcom County Library System –Preschool Storytime: a half-hour of storiesand more for preschoolers (ages 3-5) – MapleFalls, Tues. (through May 25), 10:30am (599-2020); Ferndale, Fri. (through May 28),

10:30am (384-3647); Everson, Mon. (throughMay 24), 10:30am, (966-5100); Sumas, Mon.(through May 24), 11am (988-2501); Lynden,Tues. or Fri. (through May 28), 10:30am (354-4883); Deming, Tues. (through May 25),10:30am (592-2422); Lummi Island, Sat.,11:30am (758-7145). • Toddler Time: stories,songs and more for ages 1-3 – Ferndale,Thurs. (through May 24), 10:10am or 10:45am(384-3647); Blaine, Tues. (through May 18),10:30am (332-8146); Lynden, Wed. (throughMay 26), 9:30am, 10:30am or 11:30am (354-4883). More info: www.wcls.org.

Whatcom Community CollegeOutdoor Classes for May include “Fly-fishing: Intermediate Casting” on May 1($25) and “Introduction to NorthwestFishing” starting May 5 (3 sessions, $99). To register, call 383-3200 or visitwww.whatcomcommunityed.com.Mount Baker Club Outings forMay – Sat., May 1: Deception Pass StatePark (Robert 734-9463). Sun., May 2:Pine & Cedar Lakes Hike (Jo 734-3935).Sat., May 8: Whistle Lake (Teresa 966-2984). Sun., May 9: Hike to Cow Heaven(Paul 676-9843). Sat., May 15: GoatMountain Hike (Marjan 332-3195). Sun.,May 22: Bike Ride Anacortes (Jan 734-6602). Sun., May 23: Bike Bellingham(Sharon 647-8606). More info: visitwww.mountbakerclub.org.Kayak Demo Day & Gear Swap –Need a kayak or some gear? Come toBloedel Donovan Park on Sat., May 1,10am-5pm, and you can try out lots ofkayaks in the safe, comfortable LakeWhatcom swim area. Enjoy talking withkayak and gear vendors, testing the boats,and browsing through our used kayak andgear swap. It’s a full day of demos and on-water presentations (no classes). $5 perperson to demo boats on the water. Nocost if you just want to look and talk. Bringyour friends & family! More info:www.wakekayak.org.NW Tulip Trekkers Volkswalks –Sun., May 16, 2pm: Anacortes; register atAnacortes Hospital parking lot on 24th St.for this easy 6.2 mile walk along the Marinaand through downtown and residentialareas. • Sat.-Mon., May 29-31: “Triangleof Fire” Volkswalks. Three different walkroutes, three different forts, Fort Flagler,Fort Casey, Fort Worden, three days. Partof each walk will be the views over thewater and gun placements, plus woodedforest trails within each park. Walk distancefrom 3.1 to 6.2 miles, rated moderate.Saturday walks in Fort Flagler and FortWorden, Sunday walks in all three parks,Monday, Memorial Day, Fort Casey only.Visit our club’s web site for a schedule ofevents and more info on each walk route.All walkers welcome and walks are free,AVA credit $3. • More info:www.nwtrekkers.org, e-mail:[email protected].



“The LittleMermaid” Ballet –As audiences wellknow, quite a few fairytales have made theirway into animatedfilms and broadwaystage productions aswell as some well-

known ballets: “Sleeping Beauty” and“Cinderella” to name just two. Those whosaw Northwest Ballet’s production of“Aladdin” last May were introduced to afamiliar story but had never seen itpresented as a full length ballet. This timeNorthwest Ballet artistic director andchoreographer John Bishop will attempt thesame magic with his rendition of the HansChristian Anderson classic. With music byOttorino Respighi and Benjamin Britten,this is the story of a young mermaid whodrinks a magical potion to make her humanin order to marry a sea captain, only tohave her life threatened when things don’tgo according to plan. Mermaids, exotic seacreatures, and other dazzling charactersdance to Bishop’s original choreography.Principal dancer Amber Johnson dancesthe role of the Sea King’s (Angus McLane)youngest daughter who cannot help leavingthe safety of her mermaid home in pursuitof love, encountering an evil sea witch (MijaBishop) who promises to give her humanlegs in return for her lovely voice. The castis supported by talented dancers from thecompany as well as some veteran actorswho play character roles. New costumes byBeth Sanchez, set designs from Steve Craigand Jean Johnson and lighting mastery byDave Wright give an illusion of real fantasyand drama. “The Little Mermaid” is firstperformed May 1-2 at McIntyre Hall inMount Vernon (7:30pm on Sat. and 2pmon Sun.); tickets ($30 / $25 / $20) atwww.mcintyrehall.org or 416-7727. On May 15-16 it will beperformed at the Mount Baker Theatre inBellingham (7:30pm on Sat. and 2pm onSun.); tickets ($24 / $20 / $15) at 734-6080or www.mountbakertheatre.com.Dancing For Joy proudly presents:“Let There Be...,” an artful dancejourney through the seven days of creationSat. & Sun., June 19 & 20 at the MountBaker Theatre Main Stage, 6:30pm.Tickets ($10) go on sale Sat., May 1, 10am,at the Mount Baker Theatre Box Office,104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham, byphone at 734-6080, or online atwww.mountbakertheatre.com. More info:www.dfjbellingham.com.Fourth Corner Folk Dancers HostFirst Saturday Folk Dance Party –Balkan Cabaret, a band that brings thepassions and poetry of traditional balladsand the favorites from the cafes andcabarets of Belgrade, Sofia and Sarajevowill play for our dance party Sat., May 1,from 8-11pm at the Fairhaven Library, 1117-12th Street, Bellingham. Balkan Cabarethas recently toured Europe, and hasassembled a fresh and exciting collection ofmusic. Come join us for music and dancing!

All ages welcome, no partner necessary.Experience helpful, but not necessary.Please bring clean soft-soled shoes to dancein. $10-$15 suggested donation; finger foodcontributions welcomed. Info: 380-0456.English Country Dance Tea Dance– Join us for traditional 18th-19th centuryEnglish dancing at the Bellingham SeniorActivity Center, 315 Halleck St., on Sun.,May 2, 2-5pm. Live music by Up In TheAir. Easy dancing to beautiful music, asseen in recent Jane Austen movies. Alldances taught and called. $5 suggested.More info: http://home.comcast.net/~englishcountrydance/.Dances of Universal Peace inMount Vernon – The Dances ofUniversal Peace are a group of simpledances to live music held the first Sunday ofmost months at the Center for SpiritualLiving, 1508 N. 18th Street, Mount Vernon,7-9pm. The focus of each dance is in thesinging of a particular sacred phrase orphrases, inspired by a large variety ofreligious traditions from around the world.No experience is necessary; come alone orbring a friend; all dances are taught to thegroup each time. Next dances are: May 2and June 6. More info: Reverend Jessie at333-1178, [email protected] Moon Ballroom, the place todance! Teaching group and private lessonsin ballroom, Latin, swing, salsa, Argentinetango, Zumba® Fitness, belly dancing,youth classes, break dance, hip hop andmore! No experience or partner needed.All ages and levels welcome. Group classesstart May 3. • Cha Cha: Mondays, 7pm. • Hustle: Tuesdays, 6:30pm. • Nightclub2 Step: Tuesdays, 7:30pm. • Zumba®Fitness: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6pm;Fridays, 5:30pm; Sundays, 3pm. • Zumba®Gold Fitness: Wednesdays, 12pm. • BellyDance: Mondays, 5pm and Thursdays,6pm. • Break Dance: Thursdays, 4pm. • Adult Hip Hop: Thursdays, 5pm. • Youth Jazz / Hip Hop Fusion:Mondays, 4pm. • Dance Parties – May 7:West Coast Swing Party. May 14: BluesParty. May 28: Argentine Tango Party.May 1, 8, 29: Ballroom & Latin Parties. Alldance parties at 8pm; beginner lessonincluded. Located at 1213 Cornwall Ave. indowntown Bellingham. • Info: 647-9778,visit www.thebluemoonballroom.com.

U & Me Dance Classes: Where Kidsand Adults Learn to Dance! – We teachgroup classes and private lessons Mondaythrough Friday. Classes in May include: • Cha Cha 3-week series starts Mon., May3 at 7:30pm. Class is $39, $36 for students.• Rumba 3-week series starts Wed., May 5at 6pm. Class is $39, $36 for students. • Lindy Hop 3-week series starts Mon.,May 24 at 7:30pm. • East Coast Swing6-week series starts Tues., May 25 at 6pm.Class is $78, $70 for students. • Salsa6-week series starts Tues., May 25 at7:30pm. Class is $78, $70 for students. • Samba 3-week series starts Wed., May26 at 7:30pm. Class is $39, $36 forstudents. • Kids’ classes available; checkschedule online. More info: 676-0292,www.uandmedance.com. (more on page 10)

Amber Johnson, Little Mermaid.Photo by Greg McCracken


“Cabaret Ving!” Performance May7-8 – Western Washington University’sDance Program will feature “Cabaret Ving!Bring Me Dance!” on Fri. & Sat., May 7-8at …Ving!, 311 E. Holly St., Bellingham.Now in its second year, the Cabaret seriesprovides an opportunity to collaborate andpresent experimental work. Eachperformance showcases cutting-edgeperformances created by WWU Dancestudents and faculty. Open to the public;admission by donation. Space limited. Info:www.wwu.edu/depts/dance, 650-7293.Dance Parties & Special Events atU & Me Dance: Where Adults and KidsLearn to Dance! – U & Me Dance offerspublic Dance Parties on Fridays. Danceparties include an intro lesson at 8pm, anddancing from 9-11pm. Admission is $12 forlesson and dance / $10 students and senior.May lessons are: East Coast Swing onMay 7 (May Birthday Dance); Salsa onMay 14; no dance May 21; Nightclub 2Step on May 28. • Reserve your seats inadvance for “Rhythm in Motion” DanceStudent Showcase on Fri., May 21, 8pmand Sat., May 22, 2pm. On Sat. evening,May 22, 8pm, the “Joy of Dance” willfeature champions Nathan Simler and LecieMcNees. • Located in the historic Majesticbuilding at 1027 N. Forest St., Bellingham.Info: www.uandmedance.com, 676-0292.Modern Dance Master Class –Wade Madsen of Cornish College of theArts (Seattle) will teach anintermediate/advanced modern masterclass, Sat., May 8, 11:30am-1:30pm, at theFirehouse Performing Arts Center inFairhaven. Cost: $14, $12 with student ID.Space is limited. Master Class Series isproduced by Bellingham Repertory Dance.More info: [email protected], www.bhamrep.org.Second Saturday ScandinavianDance will be held on Sat., May 8, 2-5pm,at Norway Hall, 1419 N. Forest St. inBellingham. Live music by Dansaspel andTakk for Dansen. $8 / students $4(Wergeland Lodge members and youth 18& under free). Info: Bob & Carol Olson,734-2516, www.nordicdancersnw.org.BCDS Contra Dances – Sat., May 8,7-10pm: Music by Out of the Wood fromSpokane with caller Laura Mé Smith fromSeattle. • Sat., May 22, 7-10pm: Music byThe Rhythym Rollers with Bob McQuillen(old-time east coast master!) with callerMarlin Prowell from Bellingham. Cost is $8-$10 at the door. No fragrances please! Bringa reusable water bottle for water. Moreinfo: 676-1554, email [email protected] www.bellinghamcountrydance.org.Whatcom Community CollegeDance Classes for May include“Ballroom Dancing – The ABCs” startingMay 10 (5 sessions, $65), “Wedding DanceCrash Course” starting May 12 (5 sessions,$65), and “Nightclub Partner Dancing”starting May 21 (5 sessions, $65). Toregister, call 383-3200 or visitwww.whatcomcommunityed.com.

“Prom Night” Dance – USA DanceBellingham will hold a formal dance, PromNight, on Sat., May 15. The Sonja LeeBand will be playing. There will be aNightclub 2 Step lesson taught from 8-8:45pm. The band will play plenty ofswing, waltz, foxtrot with Grant Wilson ondrums, Goldtooth on bass, Thomas Harrison sax and Sonja’s lovely voice from 8:45-10:45pm. Cost is $10 / $7 members.Refreshments will be available. More info:Skeeter Smith at 734-5676 or 920-0101.Award-winning CarmonaFlamenco, known to many as Seattle’s“first family of flamenco,” will perform atthe American Museum of Radio &Electricity on Sun., May 16, 7:30pm. Theywill be joined byone of the WestCoast’s foremostfemale flamencodancers, AnaMontes (pictured),in this rareBellinghamappearance. TheCarmonas haveappeared in Spain,San Francisco,N.Y., Vancouver,B.C., Portland, andL.A. Founders of Flamenco ArtsNorthwest (FANW), Marcos and RubinaCarmona have taught and nurtured theflamenco arts in the Pacific NW, offeringyear-round classes in dance, guitar, songand cajon (the Peruvian box-drum). Doorsopen 6:30pm. 1312 Bay St. $20 advance,$15 student/fixed income, $25 at the door.No host bar; all ages event. Tickets:Community Food Co-op, Village Books &www.brownpapertickets.com. Visitwww.fanw.org or www.AnaMontes.com.More info: 483-8633, [email protected],or www.flamencobellingham.net.Whatcom Fitness & Day to DayDance presents “Into the Garden”– Written, staged and directed by SabrinaGomez, the Dayto Day Danceprogram in Blainewill perform thisyear’s Springbenefit show of“Into theGarden” at theBlaine PerformingArts Center onSat., May 22,7pm. Ticketsavailable at thedoor: $7 adultsand $2 children.Proceeds willbenefit the KenKellar Foundation and the Blaine Fine ArtsAssociation scholarship programs; and willraise awareness and support of local farms.People of all ages will enjoy this springdelight! WWU Dance Program’s AnnualBFA Capstone Concert May 27-29and June 3-5 – Western Washington

University’s Dance program will present itsannual BFA Capstone Concert on Thurs.,Fri. & Sat., May 27-29 and June 3-5,7:30pm at their downtown studio, ...Ving!,311 E. Holly St., Bellingham. The concertshowcases the Dance program’s Bachelor ofFine Arts candidates in their culminatingprojects of performance & choreography.Kaia Gilje, Angela Kiser, Ella Mahler &Christina Masson are featured May 27-29;Katelyn Hales, Hannah Lindberg &Shannon Tallman are featured June 3-5. $5suggested donation. Info: 650-7293 orwww.wwu.edu/depts/dance.

ONGOING• Bellingham Country Dance Society –Contra Dance (New England Style CountryDance), 2nd and 4th Sat. of each month (May8 & 22) at the Fairhaven Library. Workshopsat 7pm, dance from 7:30-10:30pm. Live bandsand callers, no experience needed, no partnernecessary, no fragrances please, bring yourwater bottle, and wear soft-soled shoes. $8-$10 at the door. Info: 676-1554,www.bellinghamcountrydance.org, email:[email protected].• Bellingham Scandinavian Dance –Instruction in easier dances from the countriesof Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland onWednesdays, 7-8:10pm weekly through earlyJune at Norway Hall, 1419 N. Forest St.Instruction continues in couple turning dancesfrom 8:20-9:30pm. $2 donation per evening.Info: Bob or Carol Olson 734-2516,www.nordicdancersnw.org.• Bellingham Scottish Country Dancers– Beginner classes held 1st & 3rd Tues. (May 4& 18), 7:30-9:30pm. Intermediate classes held1st & 3rd Wed. (May 5 & 19). CombinedLevels classes held 2nd & 4th Wed. (May 12& 26), 7-9:30pm. $8 drop-in fee ormemberships available. Melody Hall, 4071Home Rd., Bellingham. No partner orexperience needed; wear soft shoes. Nomonthly dance in May. Info: Mary Anderson733-9084, www.bellinghamscd.org.• Bellingham Senior Activity CenterDancing – Ballroom Dancing, every Tues.,1:45-4pm, $4 per class, music by SentimentalJourney, refreshments provided. • Young AtHeart Tap Lessons for beginners, basics andbeyond on Wed., Thurs. & Fri., 3:30-4:30pm,$25 per month. More info: 733-4030.• Blue Moon Ballroom – Group and privatelessons in ballroom, Latin, swing, salsa,Argentine tango, Zumba® Fitness, bellydancing, youth classes, break dance, hip hopand more! No experience or partner needed.All ages and levels welcome. • Dance Partymost Fridays & Saturdays! Beginner lessonincluded. 1213 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham.Info: www.thebluemoonballroom.com or 647-9778.• Burlington Scandinavian Dance –Instruction in couple turning dances from thecountries of Norway, Sweden, Denmark andFinland on Mondays, 7-9pm weekly throughMay 24 at Burlington Lutheran Church, 134E. Victoria Ave. $2 donation per evening. Info:Bob or Carol Olson 734-2516,www.nordicdancersnw.org.• The Conway Muse – Argentine TangoLessons every Thurs., 6:30pm with David


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Imburgia and Alana Huck. More info: 445-3000, www.theconwaymuse.com.• Dancing For Joy – Registration now openfor Summer Drop-In Program; begins Tues.,June 29, offering classes in Jazz, Tap, Ballet,Hip Hop, Modern, Musical Theater,Ballroom, Cardiodance and more. Classes forages 6 months to adult, all ability levels, non-competition based program in a 4500 sq. ft.facility which includes 3 dance studios withsprung floors and viewing windows, anespresso/snack shop, and a comfortablewaiting room. Only two blocks north ofSunset Dr. on Hannegan Rd. More info or toregister on-line, visit our website atwww.dancing4joy.org or call 715-0900.• Fourth Corner Folk Dancers – Dancingand teaching of Balkan, Greek, Israeli, andRomany folk dances with live and recordedmusic every Thurs., 7-10pm, at the FairhavenLibrary, 1117-12th Street. All ages welcome,no partner necessary; please wear clean soft-soled shoes. $5 donation requested, students$1, first time visitors free. Info: 380-0456.• Hula Classes – Ongoing classes with KahuHoakalei of Halau Kameleokalani for all ages,male and female. Keiki Hula (ages 5-12):Tuesdays, 5-6pm, $10 per class. Adult Hula:Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm, $12 per class. Classesheld at La Vida Dance Studio, 929-B NorthState St., Bellingham. More info andreservations: Len-Erna Cotton at 527-3624,or email [email protected].

• Lynden Community Center – LineDancing for both beginners & intermediateevery Fri. from 1:30-3pm, $5, all ageswelcome. 4th & Grover Streets, Lynden.More info: Lillian Hettich at 656-6750.• Northwest Ballet – The classical balletprogram emphasizes fundamental balletconcepts with a time honored curriculum usedby professional schools worldwide. AllCreative and Pre-Ballet students are welcomewithout prior dance experience. Newstudents entering Ballet I through ProfessionalDivision levels are accepted by placementaudition. Progress is determined by masteringall the essential technical elements in weeklyclasses presented during the school year. Allclasses are taught by qualified instructors whoare comfortable working with students of allages and abilities. Students are also given theopportunity to perform in classical balletproductions at Mount Baker Theatre andMcIntyre Hall. Classes in modern, lyrical, jazzand tap are also taught. More info: 714-1246,email [email protected],www.northwestballet.org. 1417 CornwallAve., 2nd floor, downtown Bellingham.• Rainbow Squares – Mainstream squaredancing on the second and fourth Saturdaysthrough May at the Ten Mile Grange, 6958Hannegan Rd., Lynden, from 8-10pm. Cost is$5 per person at the door. Info: 733-4487 orvisit www.sqdance.org.• U & Me Dance at the Majestic: WhereAdults and Kids Learn to Dance! – A family

owned Ballroom and Latin dance studiooffering friendly and professional danceinstruction since 2002. We teach adult andyouth group classes and private lessons Mon.-Fri. Trust our experience to make you lookgreat on the dance floor! We are home to: theBellingham Stars Youth Ballroom Dance Teamand Kids Program; and Professional AmericanBallroom and Latin Champions, and U & MeDance instructors, Nathan Simler and LecieMcNees. In the historic Majestic Building,1027 N. Forest St., Bellingham. Info: 676-0292, www.uandmedance.com.• USA Dance Bellingham – ArgentineTango Dance Practica & Lessons every Mon.(May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31), 8-11pm. Cost is $5 /$3 members. • Tango by the Bay is everysecond Sat. of the month (May 8), dance 8-11pm. No experience or partner needed andno advance registration. Cost is $5 / $3members. • Ballroom Dance every third Sat.(May 15) of the month at Blue Moon BallroomStudio, 8-10:45pm. Cost is $10 / $7 members.More info: 734-5676 or 920-0101,www.bellinghamusadance.com.• Wendy Setter’s The Dance Studio – A family owned dance studio in Bellingham forover 30 years, offering technique andperforming classes. Adult, youth and privateclasses Mon.-Sat. Expect more for yourmoney as we have the best dance experiencein Bellingham. Home to the non-profittraveling dance troupe, United We Dance. Webelong to the MP-3 program and are locatedin the historic Hillview Dairy Building at 1820Cornwall Ave. More info: 734-1595 orwww.thedancestudio.net.

Reiki Workshops – Reiki teacher andpractitioner Cathy Herford, who haspracticed Reiki for more than 20 years, willteach a Reiki I class Sat., May 1 for thosewho wish to be initiated in this hands-onhealing art, which can replenish energy andrelieve stress and pain. With compassionateintention, it is easy to learn to give self-treatments and treatments to others,including pets. On Sat., June 12, she willteach Reiki II, for those who wish tocontinue their Reiki training. Classes arefrom 10am-5pm. Call 933-4853 for tuitionrates and to register.Dreaming with IntentionWorkshop – This workshop will be heldSat., May 8, 10am-3pm, in Bellingham nearWWU. Gain valuable insight and cultivateright-brain creativity. Learn how torecognize and understand dream messages,patterns and metaphors at this hands-onworkshop. No need to remember yourdreams to fully participate! Presented byJenny Davidow, M.A., author of EmbracingYour Subconscious. Cost is $75 advance, $95at the door. More info: 676-1009 or visitwww.JennyDavidow.com.Launching Success Learning StoreMay Events: Origami May Flowers,Sat., May 8, 11:15am-12:30pm. Origamiteacher Hiroko Suenaga teaches a craftclass on designs for Spring. Children andadults learn new patterns and creationsperfect for Mother’s Day gifts. Origami

paper and take home instructions provided.Suitable for children 1st grade or older &adults. $3 material charge. Reservationsrequired. • Celebrating TeacherAppreciation Week, Sat., May 15, 10am-2pm. This day the store honors all teachers– classroom, home schooling or parent –with gifts, door prizes, demonstrations, andexhibits. The first 50 people attendingreceive a goodie bag provided byeducational materials vendors. Drawingsoccur every half hour. Vendorrepresentatives will show what is new forthe fall. Free. 133 Prince Ave., Bellingham.Info/reservations: 527-2641 orwww.launchingsuccess.com.Appliance Depot offers Workshops– Home appliance not working right? Don’ttrash it yet. Rod Taylor and Sergey Polishuk,repair technicians at Appliance Depot, aregiving free appliance maintenanceworkshops every second Thursday of themonth (May 13). Homeowners andproperty managers who want to savemoney by troubleshooting their ownappliances are invited to attend the 6pmsessions at 802 Marine Drive, Bellingham.Taylor and Polishuk will share maintenancetips and provide hands-on demonstrationsof easy repairs for washers, dryers, ranges,fridges and freezers. The workshop will alsoprovide answers to specific questions raisedby attendees. More info: 527-2646,www.reuseworks.org.


by Joanna NesbitIt’s easy to miss if you’re not looking, but

Bellingham has a new art gallery in itsmidst. Opened on December 20, 2009,Lummi CedarWorks Art Gallery, located at217 Holly St. in the former WhatcomTravel building, features traditional andcontemporary art by Lummi Nation artists.

The gallery, 45 members strong, is thebrainchild of the Lummi Cultural ArtsAssociation (LCAA), created 6 years agoand now playing a pivotal role in bringingLummi artists into the public eye. ShastaCano-Martin, president of the LCAA, saysthe association was formed because thetribe began to recognize how many artistslived in the Lummi Nation. The galleryoffers the opportunity for artists to exhibittheir work as a collective for the first time,also linking Lummi artists to the greaterBellingham community.

Mike Thomas, gallery manager, is pleasedwith the warm reception the gallery hasreceived from Bellingham residents andbusiness owners. Visitors will find a rangeof art, from masks and totems and otherwoodcarvings to photography, prints,jewelry, wool clothing, and traditional cedarhats. The gallery features drawings andpaintings by Yvonne Thomas-Miller, a

legally blind artist who struggles with visionloss from VKH Syndrome, an unpaintedcedar totem pole by the late Dale James,and mixed media paintings and traditionalprints by a variety of artists. Thomas is alsoan artist, known for multiple mediums butespecially knife making and bone and ivorycarving.

CedarWorks is the first gallery of its kindin the area, by and for native artists, with aportion of sales cycling back into supportingthe gallery. While some of the artists areseasoned professionals who have sold workin galleries and museums for years, forothers, the gallery represents another first:marketing their work to the public.

“The store is giving many peopleexposure on a larger scale,” says Cano-Martin, an artist herself. Thomas hopes thegallery will serve as a model and a symbolof encouragement to other tribes. He’s alsoeager for the greater community to gain anappreciation of the work involved increating traditional art, such as the cedarhats that require an artist to gather cedarbark during a certain season, strip the outerbark from the inner bark, strip pieces intodesired widths, and finally weave the hat.

Cano-Martin explains it this way: “Ourmantra from the beginning has been, ‘It’snot just a store, it’s our story’,” she says,quoting the mantra and mission of thegallery. To share Lummi culture with the

greater community, the galleryhosts cultural events onSaturdays, such as nativestorytelling, musicperformances, and artists-at-work demonstrations.Typically these events will takeplace from 1-3pm, but Cano-Martin says visitors to thegallery may be able to findmore events anytime between10am-6pm on Saturdays.

The gallery also serves as a steppingstone to the Gateway Center developmentthat will be built near the I-5 Slater Rd. exitin the future, providing a preview of thearts showplace that will be part of theGateway Center. The store gives the artistsbusiness and marketing experience requiredfor the larger Gateway project, but theartists hope the downtown location will bea long-term venture. Thomas says theopportunity the gallery affords Lummiartists has been a long time dream forthem, and they enjoy being part ofdowntown Bellingham.

For more information on events, call647-6933. To learn more about how theLCAA got started, visitwww.lummiventures.org. Gallery hours areTues.-Sat., 10am-6pm.

Joanna Nesbit is a frequent contributor toEntertainment News Northwest. Her work hasappeared in FamilyFun, Wondertime, andonline. She also writes for Bellingham’s parentwebsite, www.neighborhood-kids.com, whereshe can be found blogging as Moxie Mom on theparent life.Photos by Maxine Stremler.

CedarWorks Gallery Offers Lummi Nation Art

Earline Hansen’s hand carved eagle flute was madefrom red cedar and carved by Matt Warbus, Lummi

Artist. Earline is a Lummi Artist & Flutist.

Raven & Eagle Totem Pole carvedfrom Western Red Cedar by Charles

Miller, Lummi Artist.

Drum made by Charles Miller, Lummi Artist

Candy Jefferson, Lummi Weaver, demonstrates herskill at the CedarWorks Gallery in March.


Whatcom Community College Art& Photography Classes for Mayinclude “Mosaic Art: An IntroductoryWorkshop” on May 1 ($45), “Introductionto the Potter’s Wheel” starting May 5 (5sessions, $159), “Advanced FigureDrawing” starting May 14 (4 sessions,$109), “Experience Watercolors II” startingMay 14 (5 sessions, $135), “Colored PencilDrawing” starting May 18 (5 sessions,$109), and “The Art and Life of EmilyCarr” starting May 20 (2 sessions, $39). Toregister, call 383-3200 or visitwww.whatcomcommunityed.com.Annual Garden Party May 1 –Chuckanut Bay Gallery and SculptureGarden will be hosting their Annual MayDay Garden Party, Sat., May 1, from 10am-6pm. Stop by to peruse what’s new in thesculpture garden. Enjoy refreshments andsign up for door prizes. The Gallery islocated at 700 Chuckanut Dr. North, 1.5miles south of Historic Fairhaven on scenicChuckanut Drive. More info: 734-4885 orwww.chuckanutbaygallery.com.Village Books Readings Gallery –The Readings Gallery is a monthlyshowcase for regional art with an emphasison making a connection between the visualand print arts. During May and June, we’llbe featuring Altered Stuff – 3rd AnnualAltered Show, works by VB Staff andFriends. To alter something is to changebeyond its original use or purpose, or to useit in a new and different way. It can alsoimply a new way of thinking aboutcommonly held beliefs. Come see what thestaff has to say about Stuff, from an alteredpoint of view. More info:www.villagebooks.com.Artist Kelcey Bates at Whimsey –The newest paintings by Artist KelceyBates, inspired by her dog Cannon, are nowbeing shown at Whimsey, a jewelry and artgallery at 1200 10th St., Ste. 104, inFairhaven across from the Village Green.Open daily 11am-5pm. Info: 733-5568.Artwood, a Gallery of FineWoodworking, will feature “Patio andSolarium Art” for the month of May.Artwood has original wood sculptures toenhance your covered patio or solarium. Acarved Koi, Salmon, Trout, or beautiful

2010 SculptureInvitational –Mother’s Day Opening atBig Rock Garden Park

Bring the whole family to theMother’s Day opening of the 2010 BigRock Garden Park Sculpture Invitationalon Sun., May 9, 1-4 pm. This year’sshow features new works by fiveregional artists – each alreadyrepresented in the Park’s permanentcollection – who have shownexceptional dedication and commitmentin helping to make Big Rock GardenPark a one-of-a-kind outdoor sculpturesanctuary. Participating artists willinclude Don Anderson, ShirleyErickson, Ann Morris, Tracy Powell andPasha Stinson. Come meet the artists,enjoy refreshments, hear live musicprovided in part by the Bellingham HighSchool music program, and take a self-guided tour of the gardens. This event isfree and open to all ages. To join us,please park at Bloedel-Donovan Parkand ride the free shuttle to the Big RockGarden Park entrance.

In conjunction with the 2010 BigRock Garden Park SculptureInvitational, enjoy additional sculpturesby our invited artists at the Blue HorseGallery from Friday, May 7 (openingreception during Downtown Art Walkfrom 6-10pm) until Saturday, May 29located at 301 W. Holly St. inBellingham. The gallery is open Tues.-Sat., from 11am-5:30pm.


Dove #25, Texas Limestone by Tracy Powell


Whale sculpture by Doug Hudson or PhilSkocholich are only a few of the types ofincredible wall art we have in the gallery.Bird feeders, wind chimes, lanterns, glasssculpture and other items are also availablefor your outdoor enjoyment. Open 7 days aweek at 1000 Harris Ave. in HistoricFairhaven, Bellingham. More info: 647-1628. Call to artists for “Public Hanging:Photography” – The Public Hanginghas been so popular we have added aseparate show featuring photography. TheNorthwest is home to many excellentphotographers and we invite anyoneinterested to enter one piece (no diptychs,triptychs, etc.) to be hung in the gallery.The work is un-juried and will be acceptedunless the content is deemed unacceptableby the Blue Horse Gallery staff. The showwill be on display at the Blue Horse GalleryJune 4-25. 301 W. Holly St., Bellingham.Hours: Tues.-Sat., 11am-5:30pm or byappointment. Info: 671-2305 or visitwww.bluehorsegallery.com.

Good Earth Pottery in HistoricFairhaven features the sculpturalwatercolors of Jayme Curley for May.Hand-built and low-fired white claybecomes a receptive surface forwatercolors, pencils and collage in Jayme’scapable hands. Find the perfect art vase orsculpture for your home featured up frontin the windows of Good Earth all month.Representing over 50 local artists, GoodEarth Pottery has been located at 1000Harris Ave. in Fairhaven since 1969. Hours:Sun., noon-5pm, Mon. & Wed.-Sat., 11am-6pm, closed Tuesdays. More info: 671-3998or www.goodearthpots.com.

Loomis Hall Gallery in BlaineWelcomes New Artists – JudiWilliamson, whose love of drawing horsesand people is reflected in her art; and KimWilson, whose inspiration to paint freelycomes from the peace and serenity of thePacific Northwest, particularly WhatcomCounty. Resident artist Helen Worley willbe presenting a new series, Beyond theFrame, featuring windows from the outsidelooking in. John Scott will be returning tothe Northwest in May with new oilpaintings and award-winning woodsculptures to display at the gallery for BlaineSpringfest. Glass artist Christine Grinstedwill be unveiling new works in fused glass,exploring new colors and techniques. PatSchmidt will be back in Washington the firstpart of May, to add new Celtic,Southwestern, and Asian jewelry to herstudio just in time for the Springfest ArtStudio Tour. The Gallery is located at 288Martin St., Blaine. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 11am-6pm. More info: 603-4121,www.loomishallgallery.com.Regional Artists Group Exhibit atLucia Douglas Gallery throughMay 29 – Humor, art and acontemporary point of view come togetherfor this group exhibit by six regional artists.Please join us at Lucia Douglas this monthas we present work by: R. R. Clark –Bellingham Contemporary Folk Artist; RobBeishline – Bellingham Ceramic Artist;Amy Huddleston – Seattle Painter; AlisonO’Donoghue – Portland Painter; ChadwickTolley – Utah Printmaker; and Jesse Wood– Sante Fe Painter. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sat., 11am-5pm and by appointment. 141513th St., in Fairhaven. More info: 733-5361,[email protected] orwww.luciadouglas.com.The Artist Remarque Gallery in La Conner is showing new watercolors byartist James R. Williamson. A specialselection of originals and limited editions areon display. Paintings of herons, eagles, loonsand Pacific Northwest landscapes plusNative Northwest subjects including totempoles and masks are displayed. Remarquedand selected giclee editions, framed andunframed available. Of special interest tonorthwest ‘birders’ are paintings of heronsin the nest, in tall grass and flying. Thegallery is located at 128 South First Street,Pier 7. More info: 466-2046.Rebecca Meloy’s Edison Suite – Thisseries of soft-pastel drawings is beingshown at Rhody, Too! Gallery in SkagitValley on Chuckanut Drive (next door tothe Rhododendron Cafe). Eleven ofRebecca’s drawings depicting the spring lifein nearby Edison are on exhibit. Stop by onweekends through the end of May to enjoythese plein air intimate drawings that arelight-filled. More info:www.rebeccameloy.com.Call for Artists for 4th AnnualStilettos on Parade Art Show – 12th Street Shoes in Fairhaven is looking forartists of all talents and ages to decoratestiletto shoes for our 4th Annual Stilletos

on Parade Art Show in June. Shoes todecorate can be picked up at 12th StreetShoes. Trophy and prizes given to thePeople’s Choice Award. Art pieces to beauctioned off for charity. Info: 733-2066.Appliance Art on Display – BeginningSun., May 2, art made with appliance partswill be on display at the ChuckanutBrewery & Kitchen, 601 W. Holly St.,Bellingham. The display will run throughJune 4, when the works will be auctionedfor sale at the Second Annual ApplianceArt Revival. Sponsored by ApplianceDepot, this is a celebration of reuse and afundraiser for their job training program.The Revival will have fun reuse activitiesand two great bands, Hoss and TheWhiskey Wailers. Thirty artists areparticipating. Info: 527-2646.Trish Harding School of Art atStudio UFO – Open Studio Painting(any medium) with Trish Harding, Wed.(May 5, 12, 19 & 26) or Thurs. (May 6, 13,20 & 27), 10am-3pm, $158 for all fourWednesdays or Thursdays or $46 for onesession; you must specify dates (no refundsor rollovers). • Drawing Sessions(preregistration required; no instruction):Clothed Figure Drawing, Tues., May 11,10am-noon, $12 prepay plus $2 minimummodel tip at time of session; Nude FigureDrawing Session, Tues., May 18, 6:30-8:30pm, $15 prepay plus $2 minimummodel tip at time of session. • FigurePainting Clothed Workshop with TrishHarding, Sat., May 22, 10am-3pm, $69 plusminimum $2 tip for the model at time ofworkshop. • New! WatercolorJournaling Class: Field Journal Workshop2010 with Trish Harding: Mon., May 17 &24, 10am-3pm, $158 (see website fordetails). • Upcoming classes at WCCinclude Advanced Figure Drawing, Fridays,May 14-June 4, 1-3:30pm. Register at 383-3200. • More info: 319-6115, [email protected] or visitwww.studioufo.net. 301 W. Holly St., Suite M-4.Jane Penman Trunk Show – TheBlue Horse Gallery will exhibit JanePenman’s free-form stone jewelry onThurs., May 6, 6:30-9pm. Penman usesfound stones to create organic and originaljewelry with each necklace as unique as theindividual stone. The artist will be bringing avariety of pieces from her La Conner studiofor this one night event! 301 W. Holly St.,Bellingham, Gallery hours: Tues.-Sat.,11am-5:30pm or by appointment. Info:www.bluehorsegallery.com or 671-2305.Glass Mountain Studios AnnualMother’s Day Glass Sale and OpenHouse will be held Fri.-Sun., May 7-9,10am-6pm, at the studio at 927 Yew Street,Bellingham. Glassblowing demonstrations,beautiful glass art and a free glass flower forall Moms who come by. Info: 733-3497.Marianne Maksirisombat Exhibitat Honey Salon – The Seattle basedartist and avid art promoter, MarianneMaksirisombat, will be exhibiting her boldcolored, three-dimensional canvases at



Honey Salon from May 7-28.Maksirisombat’s sheet steel incorporatedwork enters the viewer’s personal spaceand captures various light and shadowsthroughout the day. Opening reception willbe Fri., May 7, from 6-10pm duringDowntown Bellingham Art Walk. HoneySalon is located at 310 W. Holly St. next toRocket Donuts. More info: 630-3349 orvisit www.honeybellingham.com. Salonhours are Tues.-Sat., 8am-7pm.Northwest Pastel Society MembersExhibition – The Blue Horse Gallerypresents for the second year in a row, theNorthwest Pastel Society Members Showthrough May 28. Over 60 artists will display100 pieces of experimental and traditionalpastel pieces. Artists were encouraged tosubmit adventurous, visually stunning andcontemporary pieces. In addition, the NPSwill be branching out with a first-ever“Miniatures” category. A reception will beheld during ArtWalk, Fri., May 7, 6-10pm.301 W. Holly St., Bellingham. Galleryhours: Tues.-Sat., 11am-5:30pm or byappointment. Info: www.nwps.org, 671-2305, www.bluehorsegallery.com.“On The Edge of Seeing: Stirringsof the Mind’s Eye” – A show of newpaintings by Kathleen McCarty opens Fri.,May 7 at Gallery Cygnus in La Conner,featuring large, beautifully colored acrylicpaintings on canvas from her BouquetSeries. Opening reception will be held Fri.,May 7, 6-8pm. Show continues throughMay 30. 109 Commercial, across fromMaple Hall. Gallery hours: Fri., Sat. andSun., from 11am-5pm. Info: 420-9568.“Reading Rilke” at Works onCanvas Gallery – Paintings by residentartist Sharon Kingston will be shown May3-28. With Rilke’s poetry as her muse,Sharon creates abstract landscapes throughsubtle suggestions of form and a lushnessand depth of color that engages theimagination and conveys a weight ofemotional connection to atmospheres andplaces. Opening reception will be held onFri., May 7, 6-9pm, during Downtown ArtWalk. 301 W. Holly St., M5 in Bay StreetVillage. Gallery hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-3pm. Info: 739-2474, www.works-on-canvas.com.Skagit Artists Together presents“New Directions,” a juried showfeaturing members’ work, at the DepotArts Center in Anacortes. Distinctive newpieces from 29 local artists include painting,photography, ceramics, textiles, glass,jewelry, sculpture and mixed media. Visitthis innovative and compelling show. Anopening reception will be held on Fri., May7, 6-9pm. Show runs through May 29.Hours: Tues.-Fri., 12:30-5pm., Sat., 1-4pm.611 R. Ave. More info: 293-3663 orwww.andishannon.com. Wabi Sabi Exhibit at Scott MiloGallery – The gallery presents a theme of“Wabi Sabi” which in a very briefdescription is a Japanese view ofacceptance of transience where nothing isfinished and nothing is ever perfect. Artists

capture the rustic and simple, with quirks ofconstruction: oils by Dederick Ward,acrylics by Jennifer Bowman, glass andsteel by Lin McJunkin, oils by Lorna Libert,and photography by Dick Garvey, LewisJones and Ilene Ellickson-Schairer. Areception will be held on Fri., May 7, 6-9pm; show runs through June 1. Hours:Mon.-Sat., 10:30am-4:30pm; closed Sun.Info: www.scottmilo.com.Springfest Art Studio Tour ofBlaine – Plan to join us for this 2-day self-guided tour through scenic Blaine and thesurrounding countryside on Sat. & Sun.,May 8 & 9, 10am-5pm. Visit the privatestudios of some of the area’s premier localartists. This thriving community of artists,many of regional and national acclaim, issure to spark your interest in the visual arts,the creative process and the unique studioenvironment of the working artist.Brochures/maps are available at the BlaineChamber of Commerce or online atwww.blaineartists.com.Noted Painter and Author MitchellAlbala will be speaking, demonstratingand signing books at two events inBellingham May 14 & 16. Landscape“Power Critique” and book signing takesplace Fri., May 14, 6:30-9:30pm, atBellinghamART, 1710 Ellis St., Studio 203.Teaching instructor Mitchell Albala will hosta lively critique of landscape paintings – agreat way to start the painting season.Works brought in by attendees will serve asa launching point for an exploration, fromcolor and composition, to simplification andtechnique. Books will be available forpurchase with time to get your copy signed.On Sun., May 16, 4-6pm at Village Books,1200 Eleventh St., author Mitchell Albalawill present a 30-minute slide presentationthat will give an overview of the booklessons, including simplification andmassing, site selection, how value affectscolor identity, and the digital study, followedby a Q & A period and time for signingbooks. Landscape Painting: EssentialConcepts and Techniques for Plein Air andStudio Practice (Random House) is a guidethat focuses on the greatest challengesfacing the landscape painter. More info:206-706-5535, [email protected]; orwww.BellinghamArt.com, 738-8379.MoNA – Family Art Days (FADs). Funfor all skill levels. Sign up for either themorning or afternoon session. Sat., May 15:Spring Garden Flowers. Barbara SilvermanSummers, artist. Session I: 11am-1pm orSession II: 2-4pm. Have fun painting springflowers while learning Sumi brush strokes.Barbara makes an ancient paintingtechnique easy! Info/register:[email protected] or 466-4446,ext. 108. • Skagit River Poetry FestivalMay 20-22. MoNA partners again withthe Poetry Festival, featuring well-knownNorthwest and international poets. Thisyear’s festival kicks off with a Gala Poets’Table Dinner on Thurs., May 20. More info:www.skagitriverpoetry.org, 422-6033, [email protected]. • Save theDate! 18th Annual Art Auction at

MoNA is Sat., June 19. The Museum ofNorthwest Art is located at 121 S. First St.,La Conner. Hours: Sun. & Mon., noon-5pm; Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Info:www.museumofnwart.org, 466-4446.BTC 9th Annual Welding Rodeo“The Human Form” May 21-22 –Bellingham Technical College invites thepublic to attend the Annual Welding Rodeoheld on the BTC campus Fri. & Sat., May21-22. This is a rare glimpse into the realtime world of welding and art creation.One can feel the whirlwind of energy aseach team strategizes, and executes acutting-edge design on super tightdeadlines. It all starts with a mad dash tothe donated metal piles to select the primepieces of steel for each sculpture – it isevery woman or man for themselves! Allfinished sculptures will be auctioned Sat.afternoon; silent auction closes 4:30pm; liveauction begins 5:15pm. Cash & prizes willbe awarded and funds will support BTC’sWelding Program and Student Scholarships.Info: www.btc.ctc.edu orwww.weldingrodeo.com.Debut of Documentary Video, Inthe Hall of Light – This documentaryvideo by Maggie Wilder on the life of poetRobert Sund debuts during the Skagit ValleyPoetry Festival on Fri., May 21, 4-5:30pm,at Gallery Cygnus. Additional screeningsare scheduled for Sat., May 22, from 8-9amand 1:30-3pm. This much anticipated videoexplores the teachings of his life and workthrough interviews with friends andcolleagues, archival footage of Robertreading and new readings with visualpoems. Locally produced with local talentand landscape, In the Hall of Light is aromance between a poet and hisenvironment. DVD copies will be availableat the screenings. 109 Commercial, acrossfrom Maple Hall, La Conner. Gallery hours:Fri., Sat. and Sun., from 11am-5pm. Info:420-9568.



Brown Bag: Tour “Show of Hands”Exhibition with Barbara Matilsky –Whatcom Museum Curator of Art BarbaraMatilsky leads a tour of “Show of Hands:Northwest Women Artists 1880-2010,”which features master works as well asexperimental pieces from public and privatecollections that have rarely been seen, onThurs., May 27, 12:30pm, at theLightcatcher Building. This event issponsored by Village Books. $3 includesadmission / Museum members free. Moreinfo: 778-8930 or visitwww.whatcommuseum.org.Ski to Sea “Art By The Lake”Show and Sale – The Whatcom ArtGuild’s annual “Art By The Lake” Ski to SeaArt Show andSale will be heldMay 28-31.Hours: Receptionand opening, Fri.,May 28, 6-8pm;Sat., May 29,9am-8 pm; Sun.,May 30, 9am-6pm; and Mon.,May 31, 9am-5pm. It will beheld at theBloedel DonovanPark CommunityBuilding, 2214 Electric Ave., Bellingham.Over 40 popular artists will be offering theirfine art for sale. Photography, acrylics, oils,watercolor, collage and three dimensionalwork will be featured in this judged show.Look for unique jewelry, fabrics andwearable art, prints, cards, toys and gardenart. Special guests are the Sudden ValleyArt Group. Cedargrove Nursery will beoffering many spring garden plants for sale.There will be an art raffle with proceedshelping provide college students withscholarships. Visit the “artists in action”demos and get a chance to ask artists abouttheir work. Shop at the artist flea marketfor all kinds of inexpensive art supplies.Admission, refreshments and parking arefree. Also visit our ongoing Art Marketvenue in the McKenzie Alley in Fairhaven.For more information seewww.whatcomartguild.org.Bay Street Village Studio Artistswill be open for Art Walk on Fri., June 4from 6-10pm. Each participating artist willcreate a work starting with an identicalcanvas for a group show in the foyer.Corner of Bay and Holly St., downtownBellingham. More info:www.bellinghamartwalk.com.Save the Date: • 49th Annual Anacortes Arts FestivalAug. 6, 7 & 8 – 250 Juried Street BoothArtisans; Multiple music stages feature a widevariety of music and evening concerts on thewaterfront; Art at the Port Fine ArtExhibition “NEXT” a Juried Exhibitionfeatures work from 25-30 regional fine artists,juried by Esther Luttikhuizen (Curator,4Culture). The John L. Scott Focus Galleryfeatures ceramic work by Bellingham artist

Larry Richmond; Youth Discovery Areaprovides creative activities for kids and anInteractive Tent where children interface withperformers; Island Eatery food court featuresregional and ethnic foods; Experience ArtArea allows the audience to observe andcreate with demonstrating artists; Art Dash,5K, 10K and half-marathon along thewaterfront Sat., July 31. Free (except eveningconcerts). Hours: 10am-6pm. More info: 293-6211 or www.anacortesartsfestival.com.

ONGOING• Anacortes First Friday Gallery Walk isFri., May 7, 6-9pm. Next one is June 4, 6-9pm. More info: Call Kathy at 293-6938 orvisit www.anacortesart.com.• Art Market – The Whatcom Art Guild’s“Art Market” in McKenzie Alley in Fairhavenis open every Fri., Sat. & Sun., 10am-6pm,through the summer and features over 20local NW members. Jewelry, glass, ceramics,textiles, crafts, photography and fine art. Info:Jo Anne Wyatt 527-1540, or 398-1411.• Bellingham Art Walk – The DowntownBellingham Partnership invites you to joinother art lovers to explore downtown’sdiversity of art venues during the Children’sArt Walk on Fri., May 7, 6-10pm, indowntown Bellingham. Art Walk mapsavailable at participating venues and theDowntown Visitor Center, 1304 CornwallAve. or www.DowntownBellingham.com(available one week prior). The next Art Walkis June 4.• BellinghamART – Drawing and PaintingClasses: Register anytime for weekly Children,Teen, and Adult classes. Everyone at any agecan learn to draw and paint, and feel proud oftheir results. All art tools and materialssupplied with tuition. Visit

Lummi Island Artists’Studio Tour Coming upMemorial Day Weekend

Come to beautiful Lummi Island andvisit island artists at different locationson this free self-guided tour on Sat. &Sun., May 29-30, 10am-6pm. See awide array of arts and crafts: painting,pottery, glass work, jewelry, sculpture,fiber arts and more! The WhatcomChief departs from Gooseberry Point 10minutes after each hour and costs $10for car and driver; $4 for each additionalpassenger. Maps can be picked up at theIslander Store. More info: 758-7121 or758-7499.

“A Walk in Tall Grass,” 2009, Ria Harboe


Bag by Martha Savage,clothing designer. Photo by

Miller Photography.


www.BellinghamArt.com for classdescriptions, schedule, tuition fees andregistration or phone Lynn Zimmerman at738-8379. 1701 Ellis Street, Studio 203.• Big Fat Fish Company – Ongoingexhibition: “The Essence: Sylvia ChesleySmith and Enid Wilson present Oil Paintings”through mid-May, curated by Rebecca Meloy.1304 12th St., Fairhaven. More info: 201-9038, [email protected].• Dakota Art’s La Conner ArtWorkshops celebrate 31 years of educatingand inspiring artists! Workshops in all mediaand levels: pastel, watercolor, collage,encaustic, oil, and acrylic. Join us! More info:888-345-0067, ext. 5 or visitwww.laconnerartworkshops.com.• Lightcatcher – Free entry on Wed., May5, noon-5pm! Continuing exhibitions: “Showof Hands: Northwest Women Artists 1880-2010” continues through Aug. 8; “ExpandedHorizons: Panoramic Photographs by J.W.Sandison” continues through Aug. 29; and“Outside the Home: Photographs of Womenin the Workplace” through Nov. 13.Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St.,Bellingham. Open Tues.-Sun., noon-5pm.Admission is $10 general, $8student/senior/military, $4.50 children under5, Museum members free. Info: 778-8930 orvisit www.whatcommuseum.org.

• Loomis Hall Gallery – Large sculptureswill be on display by leading local, regional andinternationally known sculptors: DonAnderson, Suzanne Averre, Lanny Bergner,Brett Cleveland, Shirley Erickson, JuliaHaack, Steve Jensen, Sheila Klein, MoriyukiKono, Ann Morris, Thor Myhre, Ries Niemi,Julie Speidel, Gerry Stecca and Ken Wiener.Guest curated by Thor Myhre, the show willbe exhibited throughout the architecturallydynamic three story building through July 31.288 Martin St., Blaine. Hours: Tues.-Sat.,11am-6pm. Info: 603-4121,[email protected] orwww.loomishallgallery.com.• Museum of Northwest Art (MoNA)in La Conner – Continuing exhibitions:“Resonances: Contemporary EchoesModern,” Benaroya Glass Gallery:“Resonances in Glass,” and “Poses from thePermanent Collection” continue through June13. Open Sun. & Mon. noon-5pm, Tues.-Sat.10am-5pm. Admission: $5, $4 seniors, $2students, under 12 free, members free. 121 S.First Street. More info: 466-4446 or visitwww.museumofnwart.org.• Scott Milo Gallery – Watercolors by EricWiegardt continues through May 4. OpenMon.-Sat., 10:30am-4:30pm, 420Commercial Ave., Anacortes. More info:www.scottmilo.com.

• Sebastian in Bellingham – Sixteen urbansculptures by Mexican sculptor Sebastian arebeing exhibited in downtown Bellinghamthrough Oct. 3. More info:www.sculpturenorthwest.org.• Studio UFO – Ongoing art shows:Colophon Cafe downstairs, 1208 11th St.(Marilyn Brown, oil paintings). WECU,Fairhaven Branch, 1225 Harris Ave. (TrishHarding, oil paintings). More info: 319-6115 orvisit www.studioufo.net.• Western Gallery – “Critical Messages:Northwest Artists on the Environment”exhibition continues through May 29.Admittance is free and open to the public.Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm (Wed. until8pm), Sat., noon-4pm. More info:www.westerngallery.wwu.edu or 650-3900.• Whatcom Museum – The Old City Hall

Building is open Thurs., noon-2pm, and forspecial programs. More info: 778-8930 or visitwww.whatcommuseum.org.

BUF Plant Sale – Bellingham UnitarianFellowship holds their 26th Annual PlantSale on Sat., May 1, 9am-2pm, at theBellingham Unitarian Fellowship, 1708 “I”Street. Perennials, shrubs, trees, and bareroot native plants will be available. Moreinfo: 676-1554.D.U.P.I. Plant Sale will be held on Sat.,May 1, 9am-2pm, at the old Dimitri’sRestaurant (2020 Main Street) in Ferndale.Plants available include: perennials, shrubs,trees, flowers, herbs, and maybe even a few“mystery” plants. Baked goods will beavailable. Early birds get the pick of thecrop! Proceeds will help fund our donationsto Huxley Scholarship, World Gardening,Northwest Wildlife Rehabitation, andmore.Birchwood Garden Club’s 18thAnnual Plant Sale – Plan to attend theBirchwood Garden Club’s Annual PlantSale on Sat., May 1, 10am-noon at theBellingham Public Library, Lower LevelLecture Room, 210 Central Ave.,Bellingham. Items include perennials,annuals, houseplants, small shrubs, nativeplants and lots of garden delights! Comeearly for best selection. More info:www.birchwoodgardenclub.org.Whatcom Community CollegeHome & Garden Classes for Mayinclude “Practical Elegance: The Latest inFixtures” on May 3 ($29), “Natural HomeStyle” on May 5 ($35), “Perennial BorderGardens – Easy-to-Grow!” On May 6($29), “Breathtaking Floral Design II”starting May 11 (4 sessions, $79), “Growinga Fabulous Cutting Garden” on May 17

($29), and “Creating Stunning Bouquets”on May 24 ($29). To register, call 383-3200or visit www.whatcomcommunityed.com.Master Gardener Plant Sale andFair – The popular annual MasterGardener Plant Sale and Fair is scheduledfor Sat., May 8, 9am-2pm, at HovanderHomestead Park in Ferndale. We will beoffering carefully tended and well-identifiedannuals, perennials, herbs and trees forpurchase along with a selection of tomatostarts suitable for growing in the PacificNW. Master Gardeners will be on hand tooffer cultivation tips and answer yourgardening questions. The InformationBooth will be a place where you can bringyour diseased plants or a captured insect orpest for diagnosis and suggestions for help.The Family Activity Table invites childrento decorate a pot, fill it with soil, and add aplant. Gardeners will enjoy food sales,vendors, and displays. Sorry, no potrecycling this year. Sponsored by the WSUWhatcom Master Gardener Foundationand Whatcom County Parks & Recreation.Info: 676-6736 or www.whatcom.wsu.edu/mastergardener/csg.Cascade Cuts Nursery One DayFundraiser – Cascade Cuts wholesalenursery opens to the public once a year tosupport Sustainable Connections’ Food &Farming Program on Sat., May 15, 9am-4pm at 632 Montgomery Rd., Bellingham.A rare treat for gardeners and landscaperslooking to save money while adding beautyand function to their garden this season!More info: 647-7093 or visitwww.SustainableConnections.org.


Northwest Quilting Connectionpresents Judy Irish (quilt artist, author,and teacher) Sat., May 1, at their Maymeeting at the Fredonia Grange, 14245McFarland Road, Mount Vernon. Themeeting begins at 9:30am; the programstarts at 10am. Much of Judy Irish’s workconsists of quilting for other artists. Sheloves sharing her addiction with others; sheworks in a local quilt shop, and has taughtat many guilds, national shows, and quiltcruises. The program is free to members; adonation is requested from non-members.Info: 920-8982 or [email protected] Enrichment Series – “Quiltsof the 1930’s: Changes in Fabrics, Styles,and Dissemination of Ideas,” with KarenAlexander, quilt historian, will be presentedon Sat., May 8, 1-3pm, at the La ConnerQuilt & Textile Museum. Karen will featurea trunk show and lecture. See the quiltsthat brightened the lives of their makersduring the years of the Great Depression.Bring your own 1930’s quilts to share. $10,includes admission to Museum exhibits.Hours: Wed.-Sun., 11am-5pm. 703 S. 2ndSt. Info: 466-4288,[email protected] orwww.laconnerquilts.com.Slow Literature: “Story Telling in aTapestry” – The Whatcom WeaversGuild presents a program with nationallyrecognized tapestry weaver Sarah Swett onSun., May 9, 7:30pm in the YWCABallroom, 1026 N. Forest St., Bellingham.Idaho resident, by way of the East Coast,

Sarah isn’t bound by one medium, sheexplores them all – tapestry weaving,knitting, painting, writing. Ms. Swett allowseach artistic form to influence the otherwhen communicating her work’s manythemes and stories. $5 suggested donation;open to the public. More info: 380-9203 orwww.whatcomweaversguild.org. The Guildmeets on the second Wed. of each month,Sept.-June.Whatcom Community CollegeCraft Classes for May include “HandCrafted Jewelry: Silver Fusing I” on May 10($35). To register, call 383-3200 or visitwww.whatcomcommunityed.com.

ONGOING• Apple Yarns Sit, Knit & Crochet –Mon., 10am-noon and 5-8pm; Wed., 1-3pm;Thurs., 5-8pm. Located in Barkley Village.More info: 756-9992 or visitwww.appleyarns.com.• Beauty in the Bead Shop – Outstandingcollection of gemstone beads, pendants andpearls. Beading Classes offered. BakerviewSquare, 436 W. Bakerview, #111. Hours:11am-6pm Mon., Wed. & Fri.; 11am-8pmTues. & Thurs.; and 11am-5pm Sat. & Sun.More info: 393-4605.• Day Drifters Hand Spinners – Meets on1st and 3rd Wed. at the Roeder Home from10am-3pm. All spinners and wannabe spinnersare welcome. May meetings are May 5 & 19.June meetings are June 2 & 16. More info:Barbara Atkins, [email protected], 366-4030.• Knit Night – NW Handspun Yarns – KnitNight every Tues. from 5:30-8pm. Knit Dayevery Wed. from noon-3pm. Sox Appealevery Thurs. from noon-2pm. Lace Groupevery third Saturday from 10am-2pm. 1401Commercial St., Bellingham. Call or checkwebsite for class schedule and events. 738-0167, www.NWHandspunYarns.com.• La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum –Ongoing exhibits: “Hardware” by the NewImage Artists and “Collaborative Journey” bySharon Baker and Elaine Bowles continuesthrough June 28. Hours: Wed.-Sun., 11am-5pm. Admission $5, members and childrenunder 12 free. 703 S. 2nd St., La Conner. Info:466-4288, [email protected] or visitwww.laconnerquilts.com.• Stampadoodle & The Paper Cafe –Free lunchtime craft demo every Wed. fromnoon-1pm. A different papercrafting techniqueeach week. “Inspired Memories” workshopevery other Thurs., 6-8pm (May 6 & 20).Info: 647-9663 or check online atwww.Stampadoodle.com for monthlyschedule. 1825 Grant St., Bellingham. Moreinfo: 647-9663, www.stampadoodle.com.• Whatcom County Libraries – KnitNight every Mon. at Sumas Library, 6-7:30pm (988-2501). Kept in Stitches (formerlyKnit Night) every Tues. at Everson Library,6:30-8pm (966-5100). Knit Night every Wed.at Deming Library, 6:30-8pm (592-2422).More info: www.wcls.org.• Whatcom Weavers Guild – Free

Weaving & Spinng drop-in session every 2ndand 4th Wed. at the Roeder Home (2600 Sunset Dr.), 1-3pm. More info:www.whatcomweaversguild.org, 961-4956.

21st Annual Western WashingtonUniversity Pow-Wow, May 1 – TheNative American Student Union (NASU) ishosting the 21st Annual WWU Pow-Wowon Sat., May 1, 1-11pm. This freecommunity-wide honored event will beheld at the Wade King Rec Center onWestern’s Campus. The theme for thisyear’s Pow-Wow is “Celebrating theTraditions of Our Ancestors.” Everyonewelcome! Grand entries: 1pm and 7pm withperformances, a Jackpot contest, specialsand more! 1880 Bill McDonald Pkwy.,Bellingham.Bellingham Laughter Club – ThinkGlobally, Laugh Locally at the DowntownFood Co-op Connections Building on Sun.,May 2, from 4-5pm. Join CertifiedLaughter Leaders for World Laughter Dayand experience the health benefits of vital,social, exuberant laughter exercises the firstSunday of the month. Cost is $2. Nextmeeting is Sun., June 6. Info:[email protected], 734-4989,www.WorldLaughterTour.com,www.laughteryoga.org.Bellingham Photography Clubmeets the first Tuesday of the month onMay 4, 7:15pm, at the Roeder Home, 2600Sunset Dr. in Bellingham. May’s programtopic will be monochrome critiquing. Newmembers are always welcome! The publicis also invited to our fundraising gallery artshow through May 2. Next meeting will be June 1. Info:www.bellinghamphotographyclub.org.Bellingham Morning Laughter –Enhance your day with laughter. Join LindaRead, Certified Laughter Leader, for 20minutes of Laughter exercises onWednesday mornings (May 5 & 19),7:30am, at the Community Food Co-opConnections Bldg. on Forest St.,downtown Bellingham. Info:[email protected] Boating Safely Course – TheU.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary has scheduled a2-evening “About Boating Safely” course inBellingham at the Squalicum Yacht Club onThurs. & Fri., May 6 & 7, 5:30-9:30pm.Graduates of the course meet the boatingeducational requirements for themandatory Washington State Boater’sEducation Card. The boating course fee is$35 and $25 additional charge for eachfamily member who shares the samemanual. Preregistration required! Please callJohn at 752-0391, 739-1310, or [email protected]. More info:www.bliaux.com.YWCA Stand vs. Racism:Continuing the Conversation – TheBellingham YWCA invites the communityto participate in two discussions. • Thurs.,May 6, 7-8:30pm, “Media Images ofCommunities of Color.” Discussion leaderMidori Takagi is a WWU Fairhaven Collegeassociate professor and interim director ofAmerican Cultural Studies. Takagicombines her research on the history ofAsian, Black, Latina and Native Americanwomen with a study of how they are


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SATURDAY 5/1/2010Bellingham Bay’s Opening Day of the Boating

Season Celebration, Squalicum Harbor, allday, www.byc.org. (pg. 5)

26th Annual Plant Sale, Bellingham UnitarianFellowship, 9am-2pm, 676-1554. (pg. 17)

D.U.P.I. Plant Sale, old Dimitri’s Restaurant inFerndale (2020 Main St.), 9am-2pm. (pg. 17)

Pump You Up Booth at Bellingham Farmers’Market, 9am-3pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Northwest Quilting Connection: Judy Irish,Fredonia Grange, 9:30am meeting, 10amprogram, 920-8982. (pg. 18)

Annual Garden Party, Chuckanut Bay Gallery &Sculpture Garden, 10am-6pm, 734-4885,www.chuckanutbaygallery.com. (pg. 13)

Birchwood Garden Club’s 18th Annual PlantSale, Bellingham Public Library, Lower LevelLecture Room, 10am-noon,www.birchwoodgardenclub.org. (pg. 17)

Buy Our Books at The B.O.B. Shop at the OldDimitri’s City Annex adjacent to the newFerndale Library building site on Main St.,10am-2pm, 384-0252, www.wcls.org.

Deming Book Club (“One Flew Over theCuckoo’s Nest” by Ken Kesey), DemingLibrary, 10am, free, 592-2422, www.wcls.org.

Kayak Demo Day, Bloedel Donovan Park, 10am-5pm, free admission, $5 to demo boats on thewater, www.wakekayak.org. (pg. 8)

Reiki I Class with Cathy Herford, 10am-5pm,register at 933-4853. (pg. 11)

Teen Writers Studio (grades 8-12), Center forExpressive Arts and Experiential Education,10am-noon, $20 drop-in,www.youngwritersstudio.org. (pg. 5)

The Met: Live in HD – “Armida,” LincolnTheatre, 10am, $22, $18 seniors, $15students, 336-8955, www.lincolntheatre.com.

Bellis Fair Safety Fair & Bike Rodeo, Bellis FairMall parking lot, noon-4pm, free, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

“Preservation through Photography”Fundraiser, Roeder Home,www.bellinghamphotographyclub.org. (pg. 46)

21st Annual WWU Pow-Wow: “Celebrating theTraditions of Our Ancestors,” Wade KingRecreation Center, Western Campus, 1-11pm,free. (pg. 18)

International Pilate Days: “100 People doing thePilates 100,” Zuanich Park, 1pm, donations,224-1433 www.joyofpilates.net. (pg. 46)

Tulip Festival Wrap-Up Party: AnthonyEasterwood, Carpenter Creek Winery, 1-4pm,www.carpentercreek.com, 866-WA-WINES,848-6673. (pg. 43)

Traditional Jazz Society: Silver Leaf Jazz Band,VFW Hall, Bellingham, 2-5pm, $8 members, $6students, $10 non-members, 734-2973,www.btjs.webs.com. (pg. 33)

Procession of the Species Parade, DowntownBellingham, 4pm, line up 3:30pm, free,www.bspots.org. (pg. 5)

Community Birthday Celebration Dinner andAuction (Relay for Life fundraiser), AnacortesPort Building, 5:30pm, $35 advance / $45door, 293-0845. (pg. 46)

Marianne’s House 6th Annual Charity Auction,Silver Reef, 5:30pm, $50 each or 2 for $75,319-8125. (pg. 46)

Filipino American Student Association(FASA)’s 2nd Annual Philipino CulturalNight: “Makita, Makinig, Managinip,” WWUMultipurpose Room, 6-10pm, $10 with WWUID / $15 without WWU ID.

Jon Mutchler, Stars at Resort Semiahmoo, 6-9pm, www.semiahmoo.com.

Meet the Author: “Wesley The Owl,” StaceyO’Brien, 6-9pm, Corona Court Clubhouse,Bellingham, $40, reservations required, 220-6234, [email protected],www.northwestwildlife.org. (pg. 46)

Tulip Festival Wrap-Up Party: Queen’sBluegrass, Carpenter Creek Winery, 6-9pm,www.carpentercreek.com, 866-WA-WINES,848-6673. (pg. 43)

“Taffeta Memories,” RiverBelle Dinner Theatre,6:30pm, $40 dinner & show or $20 dessert &show, reservations 336-3012. (pg. 39)

2010 Skagit Sacred Music Festival, SalemLutheran Church, 7pm, $5 suggested donation,466-1783. (pg. 33)

Author Reads: “Koma Kulshan: The Story of Mt.Baker” by John Miles, Village Books, 7pm,671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Theatre in the Round: Neil Simon’s “OddCouple, Female Version,” Barn Theatre,Sudden Valley Dance Barn, 7pm, $10 adults /$8 children and seniors, 756-9916,www.TheBarnTheatre.org. (pg. 39

Kulshan Chorus Spring Concert, BellinghamHigh School Auditorium, 7:30pm, tickets $16adult, $13 senior/active military, $7student/youth under 18, 650-6146. (pg. 33)

“Lend Me a Tenor,” Sehome Little Theatre,7:30pm, $8 adults / $5 students and seniors,http://sehomedrama.weebly.com/season.html.(pg. 39)

“The Little Mermaid” (Northwest Ballet Theatre),McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm, $30 / $25 / $20, 416-7727 x2, www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 9)

WWU Department of Theatre Arts: “TwoGentlemen of Verona,” Old Main Theater,7:30pm, tickets $12, $10 seniors, $9 faculty,staff, students, 650-6146,www.tickets.wwu.edu, 650-3876. (pg. 39)

Ballroom and Latin Dance Party, Blue MoonBallroom, Waltz Lesson 8pm, Dancing 9-11pm.$10 / $8 students & seniors 65+, no partnernecessary, www.thebluemoonballroom.com,647-9778. (pg. 9)

Eric Tingstad & Nancy Rumbel (acoustic guitarsand woodwinds), The Conway Muse, 8pm,tickets at www.BrownPaperTickets.com, 800-838-3006, www.TheConwayMuse.com,445-3000. (pg. 32)

Fourth Corner Folk Dancers First SaturdayFolk Dance Party with Balkan Cabaret,Fairhaven Library, 8-11pm, $10-$15 suggesteddonation, 380-0456. (pg. 9)

Stirred Not Shaken (casual jazz with vocals),Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8pm-midnight, all ages,no cover, 715-3642.

Transcarlet (alternative / indie / rock), ThreeTrees, 8pm, no cover,www.threetreescoffee.com.

Doug Allen & Reid Kerr, Honey Moon TastingRoom, 8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

City Zu (pop rock), Silver Reef Portage Bay Bar &Lounge, 9pm, no cover.

Fidalgo Swing (Parisian jazz), Star Bar Lounge,9pm-midnight, www.starbaranacortes.com,299-2120.

Jennifer Scott Trio, Packers at ResortSemiahmoo, 9pm-midnight,www.semiahmoo.com.

Mary McPage Band, Rockfish Grill, 9pm, cover,588-1720, www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Pop Culture (80’s to current top 40 rock &dance), Skagit Valley Casino Resort WinnersLounge, 9pm-1am, no cover,www.theskagit.com.

Acorn Project live CD Release Party /BeeCraft (jam/rock/funk), Wild Buffalo,9:30pm, $10 cover, 312-3684, tickets atwww.wildbuffalo.net.

SUNDAY 5/2/2010Community Breakfast, Rome Grange, Mt. Baker

Highway, 8am-1pm, $5 adults / $2 kids ages 6-10 / under 5 free, 671-7862. (pg. 5)

Tulip Festival Wrap-Up Party, Carpenter CreekWinery, 11am-5pm, www.carpentercreek.com,866-WA-WINES, 848-6673. (pg. 43)

“Preservation through Photography”Fundraiser, Roeder Home,www.bellinghamphotographyclub.org. (pg. 46)

English Country Dance Tea Dance, BellinghamSenior Activity Center, 2-5pm, $5 suggested,more info at 733-4030. (pg. 9)

“Lend Me a Tenor,” Sehome Little Theatre, 2pm,$8 adults / $5 students and seniors, http://sehomedrama.weebly.com/season.html. (39)

“The Little Mermaid” (Northwest Ballet Theatre),McIntyre Hall, 2pm, $30 / $25 / $20, 416-7727 x2, www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 9)

Theatre in the Round: Neil Simon’s “OddCouple, Female Version,” Barn Theatre,Sudden Valley Dance Barn, 2pm, $10 adults /$8 children and seniors, 756-9916,www.TheBarnTheatre.org. (pg. 39)

VB Reads … Lesbian Book Group, “AmericanRomances” by Rebecca Brown (author notattending), Village Books, 2pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

WWU Department of Theatre Arts: “TwoGentlemen of Verona,” Old Main Theater,2pm, tickets $12, $10 seniors, $9 faculty, staff,students, 650-6146, www.tickets.wwu.edu,650-3876, www.wwu.edu/theatre. (pg. 39)

Meet the Author: “Wesley The Owl,” StaceyO’Brien, 2:30-4:30pm, Fairhaven Library,Bellingham, free, no reservations required, $5donation, 220-6234, [email protected],www.northwestwildlife.org. (pg. 46)

Skagit Community Band: “Jazz, Jazz, Jazz,”featuring Mezzo Soprano Beth Wallace,Brodniak Hall, 3pm, tickets $15 adult, $10seniors/students, $30 family, children 12 years& under free, www.skagitcommunityband.org.(pg. 33)

Author Reads: “Decomposition: Fungi-inspiredPoems” with editors Renée Roehl & KellyChadwick, Village Books, 4pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

World Laughter Day! Bellingham LaughterClub, Downtown Food Co-op ConnectionsBuilding, 4-5pm, $2, 734-4989,[email protected],www.WorldLaughterTour.com. (pg. 18)



WWU Faculty Recital featuring Lisa McCarthy,flute, and Jennifer Weeks, oboe, WWUConcert Hall, 4pm, free, 676-9521. (pg. 33)

Dances of Universal Peace, Center for SpiritualLiving, Mount Vernon, 7-9pm, 333-1178. (9)

Irish Session (traditional pub music), Skylark’s inFairhaven, 7-10pm, no cover, 715-3642.

“Guthrie Family Rides Again,” Mount BakerTheatre, 7:30pm, tickets $42, $35, $20, 734-6080, www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 33)

High on Fire / Priestess / Black Cobra / BisonBC (metal/rock), Wild Buffalo, 9:30pm, cover,312-3684, tickets at www.wildbuffalo.net.

MONDAY 5/3/2010Youth Hip Hop / Jazz Fusion Group Class

starts (ages 10-15), Blue Moon Ballroom, 4-5pm, www.thebluemoonballroom.com, 941-0639. (pg. 9)

Bard on Screen at Vancity Theatre: “Much AdoAbout Nothing,” 6:30pm, tickets $10 / $8students/seniors at www.vifc.org or at thedoor. (pg. 39)

Everson Friends Meeting, Everson Library,6:30pm, 966-5100, www.wcls.org.

Free Workshop: Dr. Hollie Levine, NaturopathicPhysician, Joy of Pilates, 6:30pm, RSVP to224-1433, www.joyofpilates.net. (pg. 42)

Cha Cha Group Class starts, Blue MoonBallroom, 7-8pm, $40 for 4-week series, nopartner necessary, 647-9778,www.thebluemoonballroom.com. (pg. 9)

VB Reads … General Literature, “Animal,Vegetable, Miracle” by Barbara Kingsolver(author not attending), 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Cha Cha Group Class starts (3-week series), U & Me Dance at the Majestic, 7:30pm, $39 /$36 students, 676-0292,www.uandmedance.com. (pg. 9)

Open Mic Showcase with Chuck Dingee,Fairhaven Pub & Martini Bar, sign-up at7:30pm, music at 8pm, no cover.

TUESDAY 5/4/201010th Annual Dine Out for Maple Alley Inn,

nearly forty local restaurants, all day,www.oppco.org/dineout. (pg. 46)

Hustle Group Class starts, Blue Moon Ballroom,6-7pm, $40 for 4-week series, no partnernecessary, www.thebluemoonballroom.com,647-9778. (pg. 9)

Women Only Bike Maintenance Class, TheHub Community Bike Shop, 904-1/2 S. StateSt., 6-9pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Author Reads: “Best Hikes with Dogs WesternWashington, 2nd Edition” by Dan Nelson,Village Books, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Open Mic featuring Michelle Berry at 8:30pm,Three Trees, 7pm, no cover,www.threetreescoffee.com.

Bellingham Photography Club, Roeder Home,7:15pm, free, public invited,www.bellinghamphotographyclub.org. (pg. 18)

Barnum Jack, Honey Moon Tasting Room, 8pm,no cover, 734-0728.

Jazz Jam featuring Jennifer Scott Trio withRene Worst & Jud Sherwood, Boundary BayBrewery Tap Room, 8:30-11:30pm, $1 cover,647-5593, www.bbaybrewery.com.

The Clarence Gallager Jug Band, Honey MoonTasting Room, 8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

WEDNESDAY 5/5/2010Morning Laughter Session, Community Food

Co-op Connections Bldg. on Forest St.,7:30am (20 minutes),[email protected]. (pg. 18)


Day Drifters Hand Spinners, Roeder Home,10am-3pm, 366-4030.

The Bellingham Music Club, Faith LutheranChurch, 10:30am, free, 671-0252. (pg. 34)

VB Reads ... Business Book Group hosted byJanet Ott, “Courage to Teach” by ParkerPalmer (author not attending), Village Books,noon, 671-2626. (pg. 45)

Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Boundary BayBrewery, 4-8pm, www.bbaybrewery.com.

The Reluctant Writer (grades 3-6), Center forExpressive Arts and Experiential Education,4:15-5:15pm, $10 drop-in,www.youngwritersstudio.org. (pg. 5)

Jazz Invitational with Savage Jazz Trio,Rockfish Grill, 6-9pm, 588-1720,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Rumba Group Class starts (3-week series), U &Me Dance at the Majestic, 6pm, $39 / $36students, 676-0292, www.uandmedance.com.(pg. 9)

Wine Tasting, Skylark’s, 6-8pm, $15, 715-3642,www.skylarkshiddencafe.com.

Bike to Work and School Day Planningmeeting, 314 E. Champion St., 6:30-8:30pm,671-BIKE, www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Author Reads: “Talk Thai: The Adventures ofBuddhist Boy” by Ira Sukrungruang, VillageBooks, 7pm, 671-2626. (pg. 45)

Nightclub 2-Step Group Class starts, BlueMoon Ballroom, 7-8pm, $40 for 4-week series,no partner necessary, 647-9778,www.thebluemoonballroom.com. (pg. 9)

“Noises Off!,” Claire vg Thomas Theatre,7:30pm, $12 / $10 / $8, 354-4425,www.clairevgtheatre.org. (pg. 39)

Open Mic, Honey Moon Tasting Room, 8pm, nocover, 734-0728.

Reggae Night with the Blessed Coast DJs,Wild Buffalo, 10pm, 312-3684,www.wildbuffalo.net.

THURSDAY 5/6/2010Thursday Brown Bag: Join Us in the Parade –

Celebrating 100 years of Suffrage inWashington State, Whatcom Museum, 1892Old City Hall Building, 12:30pm, $3 / WCHSand Museum members free, 778-8930 orwww.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 42)

Wii Party for middle and high schoolers,Ferndale Library, 3-6pm, 384-3647,www.wcls.org.

Break Dance Group Class starts, Blue MoonBallroom, 4-5pm, $40 for 4-week series,www.thebluemoonballroom.com,[email protected]. (pg. 9)

Adult Hip Hop Group Class starts, Blue MoonBallroom, 5-6pm, $40 for 4-week series,www.thebluemoonballroom.com,[email protected]. (pg. 9)

Fifth Annual Fairhaven’s Girls Night Out,Historic Fairhaven, 5-10pm, 734-1109,www.fairhaven.com. (pg. 48)

First Gear Bicycle Class, location TBA, 5:30-7:30pm, registration required at 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.



Teen Wii Night for middle and high schoolers,Blaine Library, 5:30pm, 332-8146,www.wcls.org.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary “About BoatingSafely” course (1 of 2 eves.), SqualicumYacht Club, 5:30-9:30pm, $35, 752-0391,[email protected]. (pg. 18)

Blazin’ Hot Firefighters for Girl’s Night Out(pink drinks and photos with hunky firemen),Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 6-8pm, $10 per photo,715-3642.

Inspired Memories Workshop, Stampadoodle &The Paper Cafe, 6-8pm, 657-9663.

Jane Penman Trunk Show, Blue Horse Gallery,6:30-9pm, www.bluehorsegallery.com, 671-2305. (pg. 14)

YWCA Stand vs. Racism: Continuing theConversation – “Media Images ofCommunities of Color,” Midori Takagi, YWCA,7-8:30pm, free, www.ywcabellingham.org, 734-4820, [email protected]. (pg. 18)

Damon Dmitri Jones (singer, songwriter,guitarist), Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen, 8pm,no cover, donations appreciated, 752-3377,www.chuckanutbreweryandkitchen.com.


The Naked Hearts, Honey Moon Tasting Room,8pm, no cover, 734-0728.

FRIDAY 5/7/2010BSAC Annual Plant Sale, Bellingham Senior

Activity Center, 9am-4pm, 733-4030.Book, Plant & Bake Sale, Deming Library, 10am-

5pm, 592-2422, www.wcls.org.Glass Mountain Studios’ Annual Mother’s Day

Glass Sale and Open House, 927 Yew St.,Bellingham, 10am-6pm, 733-3497. (pg. 14)

Barkley Toastmasters Club, Moss Adams LLP,noon, 685-2284.

Mother’s Day Tea and Fashion Show,Bellingham Senior Activity Center, 3:30pm,$12, 733-4030. (pg. 46)

Deadline for submissions for Mount BakerFilm Festival, $10 submission fee, 4pm toMBHS office, 383-2015. (pg. 41)

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary “About BoatingSafely” course (2 of 2 eves.), SqualicumYacht Club, 5:30-9:30pm, $35, 752-0391,[email protected]. (pg. 18)

10th Annual Children’s Art Walk in downtownBellingham businesses, The Leopold, TheLightcatcher, American Museum of Radio andElectricity and Allied Arts, 6-9pm, free, 676-8548, www.alliedarts.org. (pg. 5)

Artist Reception for Sharon Kingston: “ReadingRilke,” Works on Canvas Gallery, 6pm-9pm,739-2474, www.works-on-canvas.com. (15)

Artists’ Reception: “Wabi Sabi,” Scott MiloGallery, Anacortes, 6-9pm,www.scottmilo.com. (pg. 15)

Big Rock Garden 2010 Sculpture InvitationalOpening Reception, Blue Horse Gallery, 6-10pm, free. (pg. 13)

Northwest Pastel Society Members’ ExhibitionReception, Blue Horse Gallery, 6-10pm,www.bluehorsegallery.com, 671-2305. (pg. 15)

Opening Reception, Skagit Artists Together:“New Directions,” Depot Arts Center,Anacortes, 6-9pm, 293-3663,www.andishannon.com. (pg. 15)

Opening Reception: “On The Edge of Seeing,”Kathleen McCarty, Gallery Cygnus, 6-8pm,420-9568. (pg. 15)

Opening Reception: Marianne Maksirisombat,Honey Salon (next to Rocket Donuts), 6-10pm,630-3349. (pg. 14)

“True Blue & Silver Dinner Auction” (supportsSqualicum High School), Best WesternLakeway Inn, 6pm, $35 (reserve by May 4),734-9969, [email protected]. (pg. 46)

“Taffeta Memories,” RiverBelle Dinner Theatre,6:30pm, $40 dinner & show or $20 dessert &show, reservations 336-3012,www.riverbelledinnertheatre.com. (pg. 39)

Author Reads: “This Body of Death” by ElizabethGeorge, Village Books, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

First Fridays with Swil Kanim, Stuart’s at theMarket, 7-9pm, no cover, 714-0800.



“Popeye the Musical!,” BAAY, 1059 N. StateSt., 7pm, reserved tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com or at the door,306-1543, www.baay.org. (pg. 7)


Spring Concert (Skagit Valley College MusicDept.), McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm, $15, 416-7727ext 2, www.mcintyrehall.org.

Carolyn Cruso (instrumentalist / singer /songwriter), Three Trees, 8pm, no cover,www.threetreescoffee.com.

Dance Party (May Birthday Dance), U & MeDance at the Majestic Ballroom, East CoastSwing Dance lesson 8pm, dance 9-11pm, $12/ $10 students and seniors for lesson anddance, www.uandmedance.com, 676-0292.(pg. 10)

Debby Boone (“Reflections of RosemaryClooney”), Skagit Valley Casino Resort PacificShowroom, 8pm, $35, www.theskagit.com.

Lyman Trio (bass, keyboard, drums), Skylark’s inFairhaven, 8pm-midnight, all ages, no cover,715-3642.

West Coast Swing Dance Party, Blue MoonBallroom, West Coast Swing Lesson 8pm,Dancing 9-11pm. $10 / $8 students & seniors65+, no partner necessary, 647-9778,www.thebluemoonballroom.com. (pg. 9)

WWU Dance Program: “Cabaret Ving! Bring MeDance,” ...Ving! Bellingham, 8pm, admissionby donation, www.wwu.edu/depts/dance, 650-7293. (pg. 10)

The Prozac Mtn. Boys, Honey Moon TastingRoom, 8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

Bob Caloca & Friends (rock and roll), Star BarLounge, 9pm-midnight, 299-2120,www.starbaranacortes.com.

Broken Trail (top 40, high energy country danceband), Skagit Valley Casino Resort WinnersLounge, 9pm-1am, no cover,www.theskagit.com.

Devin the Dude / Coughee Brothaz / TheProductionists (hip hop), Wild Buffalo, 9pm,$15 cover, 312-3684, tickets atwww.wildbuffalo.net.

Eddie Shaw and the Wolfpack, Rockfish Grill,9pm, $10 cover, 588-1720,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Grady/Williams, Packers at Resort Semiahmoo,9pm-midnight, www.semiahmoo.com.

SATURDAY 5/8/2010Fasting Cholesterol Lipid Panel plus Glucose,

LifeQuest, 7-9am, $25 cholesterol or $32.50with added glucose, pre-registration required at788-6720. (pg. 42)

Pancake Breakfast, Bellingham Senior ActivityCenter, 8-11am, $5 adults, $3.50 children, $13family (2 adults, 3 kids under 12), 733-4030.

BSAC Annual Plant Sale, Bellingham SeniorActivity Center, 9am-4pm, 733-4030.

Master Gardener Plant Sale and Fair, HovanderHomestead Park, 9am-2pm, 676-6736,www.whatcom.wsu.edu/mastergardener/csg.(pg. 17)


The Children’s Story Garden: “Pot a Plant,”Hovander Homestead Park, Ferndale, 9am-2pm, free, www.whatcom.wsu.edu/mastergardener/csg, [email protected], 676-6736. (pg. 7)

Book, Plant & Bake Sale, Deming Library, 10am-5pm, 592-2422, www.wcls.org.


Dreaming with Intention Workshop with JennyDavidow, M.A., Bellingham (near WWU),10am-3pm, $75 advance, $95 at the door, 676-1009, www.JennyDavidow.com. (pg. 11)

Glass Mountain Studios’ Annual Mother’s DayGlass Sale and Open House, 927 Yew St.,Bellingham, 10am-6pm, 733-3497. (pg. 14)

Intermediate Writers Studio (grades 4-7),Center for Expressive Arts and ExperientialEducation, 10am-noon, $20 drop-in,www.youngwritersstudio.org. (pg. 5)

Springfest Art Studio Tour of Blaine, 10am-5pm, www.blaineartists.com. (pg. 15)

Blue Skies for Children’s 5th Annual Mother’sDay Garden Party, 373 W. Hemmi Rd.,11am-3pm, $10, www.blueskiesforchildren.org,756-6710. (pg. 46)

Family Fly Fishing Day, Skagit County HistoricalMuseum, 11am-4pm, $4 adults / $3 seniors /$8 families, 466-3365. (pg. 7)

Workshop: “Origami May Flowers,” HirokoSuenaga, Launching Success Learning Store,11:15am-12:30pm, $3, reservations required,527-2641, www.launchingsuccess.com. (11)

Modern Dance Master Class with WadeMadsen, Firehouse Performing Arts Center,11:30am-1:30pm, $14, $12 students with ID,[email protected],www.bhamrep.org. (pg. 10)

New Eco Inn’s Grand Opening: Tree Frog Inn,Bellingham, noon-4pm, 676-2300. (pg. 31)

“Show of Hands” Family Activity Day,Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building,noon-4pm, $3 includes admission / Museummembers free, 778-8930,www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 7)

Textile Enrichment Series: “Quilts of the 1930’s– Changes in Fabrics, Styles, andDissemination of Ideas,” Karen Alexander, LaConner Quilt & Textile Museum, 1-3pm, $10,466-4288, [email protected],www.laconnerquilts.com. (pg. 18)

“Popeye the Musical!,” BAAY, 1059 N. StateSt., 2pm & 7pm, reserved tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com or at the door,306-1543, www.baay.org. (pg. 7)

Second Saturday Scandinavian Dance, NorwayHall, 2-5pm, $8 / students $4 (18 and underand Wergeland Lodge members free), 734-2516, www.nordicdancersnw.org. (pg. 10)

Sydney Schlotterback Senior Recital (flute &recorder, solo & ensemble), St. Paul’sEpiscopal Church, 4pm, free (donationsappreciated). (pg. 34)

Whatcom Land Trust’s 10th Annual GreatOutdoors Auction, Best Western LakewayInn 5-9pm, $75, table of 8 is $500, 650-9470,www.whatcomlandtrust.org. (pg. 46)



Author Reads: “Black Plants: 75 Striking Choicesfor the Garden” by Paul Bonine (GetGardening series event), Village Books, 7pm,671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Contra Dance, Fairhaven Library, workshop 7pm,dance 7:30-10pm, $8-$10, 676-1554,www.bellinghamcountrydance.org. (pg. 10)

Bayshore Symphony Concert, St. Paul’sEpiscopal Church, Mount Vernon, 7:30pm, $10suggested donation, 724-7300,www.bayshoremusicproject.com. (pg. 34)


Whatcom Symphony Orchestra Concert,Blaine Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm, ticketswww.pacificartsassoc.org, 676-5740,[email protected]. (pg. 34)

Ballroom and Latin Dance Party, Blue MoonBallroom, Salsa Lesson 8pm, Dancing 9-11pm.$10 / $8 students & seniors 65+, no partnernecessary, www.thebluemoonballroom.com,647-9778. (pg. 9)

Debby Boone (“Reflections of RosemaryClooney”), Skagit Valley Casino Resort PacificShowroom, 8pm, $35, www.theskagit.com.

Rainbow Squares Square Dancing, Ten MileGrange, Lynden, 8-10pm, $5, 733-4487,www.sqdance.org.

Sweet Medicine (reggae / rock), Three Trees,8pm, no cover, www.threetreescoffee.com.

Tango by the Bay, Squalicum Yacht Club, 8-11pm, $5 / $3 members, 734-5676 or 920-0101, www.bellinghamusadance.com.

The Spencetet (classic jazz quartet), Skylark’s inFairhaven, 8pm-midnight, all ages, no cover,715-3642.

WWU Dance Program: “Cabaret Ving! Bring MeDance,” ...Ving! Bellingham, 8pm, admissionby donation, www.wwu.edu/depts/dance, 650-7293. (pg. 10)

WWU Department of Music: Marija Ilic,Performing Arts Center (PAC) Concert Hall,8pm, tickets $16, $13 seniors, $9 students,650-6146, www.tickets.wwu.edu, 650-3130.(pg. 34)

Jake Hemming and Friends, Honey MoonTasting Room, 8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

Broken Trail (top 40, high energy country danceband), Skagit Valley Casino Resort WinnersLounge, 9pm-1am, no cover,www.theskagit.com.

Chris Eger, Rockfish Grill, 9pm, cover, 588-1720,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Grady/Williams, Packers at Resort Semiahmoo,9pm-midnight, www.semiahmoo.com.

Shaken Not Stirred (swingin’ jazz), Star BarLounge, 9pm-midnight,www.starbaranacortes.com, 299-2120.

SUNDAY 5/9/2010Glass Mountain Studios’ Annual Mother’s Day

Glass Sale and Open House, 927 Yew St.,Bellingham, 10am-6pm, 733-3497. (pg. 14)

Springfest Art Studio Tour of Blaine, 10am-5pm, www.blaineartists.com. (pg. 15)



Mother’s Day Brunch at Boundary Bay Brewery,details at www.bbaybrewery.com. (pg. 34)

Blue Skies for Children’s 5th Annual Mother’sDay Garden Party, 373 W. Hemmi Rd.,11am-3pm, $10, www.blueskiesforchildren.org,756-6710. (pg. 46)

2010 Sculpture Invitational Mother’s DayOpening at Big Rock Garden Park, 1-4pm,free, catch the free shuttle at Bloedel-DonovanPark. (pg. 13)

Bayshore Symphony Concert, Central LutheranChurch, Bellingham, 3pm, $10 suggesteddonation, www.bayshoremusicproject.com,724-7300. (pg. 34)

Zumba® Fitness Class for Mother’s Day, BlueMoon Ballroom, 3pm, 647-9778,www.ZumbaBellingham.com. (pg. 10)

Piano Recital by Michael Refvem, WWUPerforming Arts Center, 4pm, free. (pg. 34)


Whatcom Weavers Guild, Slow Literature:“Story Telling in a Tapestry,” Sarah Swett,7:30pm, YWCA Ballroom, Bellingham, $5suggested donation, 380-9203,www.whatcomweaversguild.org . (pg. 18)

Mother’s Day Show, Upfront Theatre, 8pm,tickets $15, 733-8855, www.theupfront.com.

MONDAY 5/10/2010Book Discussion Group (call for title), Blaine

Library, 6-8pm, 332-8146, www.wcls.org.Author Reads: “Carrier: Untangling the Danger in

My DNA” by Bonnie Rough, Village Books,7pm, 671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. (45)

Friends of the Ferndale Library Meeting,Ferndale Library, 7-8:45pm, 384-3647,www.wcls.org.

Friends of Island Library (FOIL) Meeting,Lummi Island Library, 7:30-9pm, 758-7145,www.wcls.org.

Open Mic with Chuck Dingee featuring Cassidyand Amanda Bloom (singer / songwritersisters), Fairhaven Pub & Martini Bar, sign-up at7:30pm, music at 8pm, no cover.

George Thorogood and the Destroyers, MountBaker Theatre, 8pm, tickets $45 & $35, 734-6080, www.mountbakertheatre.com. (34)

Chris Pureka / Lindsay Fuller(americana/indie/acoustic), Wild Buffalo, 9pm,$10 cover, 312-3684, tickets atwww.wildbuffalo.net.

TUESDAY 5/11/2010Clothed Figure Drawing Session (no

instruction), Studio UFO, 10am-noon, $12prepay plus $2 minimum model tip at session,preregistration required, 319-6115 or visitwww.studioufo.net. (pg. 14)

Author Reads: “Shop Class as Soulcraft: AnInquiry into The Value of Work” by MatthewCrawford, Village Books, 7pm, 671-2626.

Christian Writers, Deming Library ConferenceRoom, 7pm, free, 592-2422, www.wcls.org.

Open Mic featuring Hillary Susz at 8:30pm,Three Trees, 7pm, no cover,www.threetreescoffee.com.

James Lee Harris Jr., Honey Moon TastingRoom, 8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

Jazz Jam featuring Gail Pettis Quartet (withRandy Halberstadt, Jeff Johnson, JudSherwood), Boundary Bay Brewery Tap Room,8:30-11:30pm, $1 cover, 647-5593,www.bbaybrewery.com.

That 1 Guy, Wild Buffalo, 9pm, $10 cover, 312-3684, tickets at www.wildbuffalo.net.

WEDNESDAY 5/12/2010Buy Our Books at The B.O.B. Shop at the Old

Dimitri’s City Annex adjacent to the newFerndale Library building site on Main St.,10am-2pm, 384-0252, www.wcls.org.

Book Discussion Group (call for title), BlaineLibrary, 11am-1pm, 332-8146, www.wcls.org.

Misty Flowers, Stuart’s at the Market, 1-2pm, nocover, all ages.

VB Reads ... Afternoon Book Chat, “Let theGreat World Spin” by Colum McCann (authornot attending), Village Books, 1pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Whatcom Weavers Guild Drop-In Session,Roeder Home, 1-3pm, 961-4956,www.whatcomweaversguild.org.

Flash Fiction (grades 5-8), Center for ExpressiveArts and Experiential Education, 4:15-5:15pm,$10 drop-in, www.youngwritersstudio.org. (5)

Northwest Singles Club, Cascade Pizza onMeridian Street, 5:30pm dinner, 7:15pmmeeting, 398-1852.

Stilly River Band, Rockfish Grill, 6-9pm, 588-1720, www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Anime Club for middle and high schoolers,Ferndale Library, 7pm, 384-3647,www.wcls.org.

Author Reads: “Your Presence is Requested atSuvanto” by Maile Chapman, Village Books,7pm, 671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. (pg.45)

Chuckanut Sandstone Writer’s Theater OpenMic, Firehouse Cafe, Fairhaven, 7pm. (pg. 45)

Creating Rain Gardens (with Bob Hendricks),Blaine Library, 7pm, free, 332-8146,www.wcls.org.

Improv Playworks: Awaken the SpontaneityWithin! (for adults) with Sheila Goldsmith, 302W. Illinois, 7-9pm, free, pre-register at 756-0756. (pg. 43)

Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest AwardsCeremony, Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 7pm,free, www.whatcompoetryseries.org. (pg. 46)

THURSDAY 5/13/2010Lynden Women’s Connection Brunch

Meeting, Homestead, 10-11:30am, $12includes lunch, reservations (by May 11) 966-5258. (pg. 31)

“Here’s to the Women!” multi-mediapresentation by Songwriter Linda Allen,Whatcom Museum, 12:30pm,www.lindasongs.com. (pg. 34)


Belly Dance Group Class starts, Blue MoonBallroom, 6-7:15pm, 6-week series,[email protected],www.thebluemoonballroom.com. (pg. 10)

Free Appliance Maintenance Workshop,Appliance Depot, 6pm, 527-2646,www.reuseworks.org. (pg. 11)

Family Game Night (children must beaccompanied by an adult), Lynden Library,6:30pm, 354-4883, www.wcls.org.

Pajama Storytime with Dana (ages 3-8), BlaineLibrary, 6:30pm, 332-8146, www.wcls.org.

Children’s Book Week Author Reads: “Mama,is it Summer Yet?” by Nikki McClure, VillageBooks, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 7)

“Alice in Wonderland,” Squalicum High School,7:30pm, free preview. (pg. 43)


“The Miracle Worker,” WWU Performing ArtsCenter, 7:30pm, $12 general, $10 seniors &WWU faculty/staff, $9 students, 650-2945,www.tickets.wwu.edu. (pg. 38)

What-a-Sho, Bellingham High School Theatre,7:30pm, $5 at the door. (pg. 34)

Michael Patrick (classic jazz ensemble), Skylark’sin Fairhaven, 8pm-midnight, all ages, no cover,715-3642.

FRIDAY 5/14/2010Book, Plant & Bake Sale, Deming Library, 10am-

5pm, 592-2422, www.wcls.org.7th Annual Shoe Drive for Charity, 12th Street

Shoes in Fairhaven, 733-2066. (pg. 47)Taste of La Conner, 4-8pm, $25 for 5 tastes,

466-4778, www.LaConnerChamber.com. (43)Landscape Power Critique with Mitchell

Albala, BellinghamART, 6:30-9:30pm, free,www.BellinghamArt.com, 738-8379. (pg. 15)


Children’s Book Week Author Reads: “The CanMan” by Craig Orback, Village Books, 7pm,671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 7)

KAFE 104.1 FM presents “Totally 80’s Night”featuring The Breakfast Club, Skagit ValleyCasino Resort Pacific Showroom, 7pm-midnight, $15, www.theskagit.com.

Mount Baker Film Festival, Mount Baker HighSchool, 7pm, $8, 383-2015. (pg. 41)


“Alice in Wonderland,” Squalicum High School,7:30pm, tickets $5 students / $7 adults,available at SQHS ASB office. (pg. 43)

Bellingham Sings presents “A ChoralTapestry,” Christ the Servant LutheranChurch, 7:30pm, $12 general / $10student/senior, www.bellinghamsings.com,676-1024. (pg. 34)


“Oklahoma” (Skagit Valley College TheatreDept.), McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm, $20, 416-7727ext 2, www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 43)


What-a-Sho, Bellingham High School Theatre,7:30pm, $5 at the door. (pg. 34)

Amanda Navarez (acoustic rock), Three Trees,8pm, no cover, www.threetreescoffee.com.

Blues Dance Party, Blue Moon Ballroom, BluesLesson 8pm, Dancing 9-11pm. $10 / $8students & seniors 65+, no partner necessary,www.thebluemoonballroom.com, 647-9778.(pg. 9)

Dance Party, U & Me Dance at the MajesticBallroom, Salsa Dance lesson 8pm, dance 9-11pm, $12 / $10 students and seniors forlesson and dance, www.uandmedance.com,676-0292. (pg. 10)

Tim Matheis & Ray Downey (classicinstrumental jazz), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8pm-midnight, all ages, no cover, 715-3642.



James Higgins & the Muddy Boots Band,Honey Moon Tasting Room, 8:30pm, no cover,734-0728.

Shadow Creek Project, Just Moes Steak &Spirits, Sedro-Woolley, 8:45pm-1am, no cover.

Holmes Shea Band, Anacortes Rockfish,9pm,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Howlin Lane & the Angels of Sin (cow poketwang), Star Bar Lounge, 9pm-midnight,www.starbaranacortes.com, 299-2120.

JB Quartet, Packers at Resort Semiahmoo, 9pm-midnight, www.semiahmoo.com.

The Goods (top 40 dance & 60’s to 80’s rock),Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge,9pm-1am, no cover, www.theskagit.com.

SATURDAY 5/15/2010“Miles for Memories” Walk/5K Run to benefit

Alzheimer Society of Washington, VillageGreen in Fairhaven, 8am (starting gun 9am),entry fee $25, canine entry fee $10,www.alzsociety.org. (pg. 47)

Cascade Cuts Nursery One Day Fundraiserfor Sustainable Connections’ Food &Farming Program, 632 Montgomery Rd.,Bellingham, 9am-4pm, 647-7093,www.SustainableConnections.org. (pg. 17)

“Compete for a Cause” BackgammonTournament, Boundary Bay Brewery, doorsopen at 9am, $25, box lunch extra, register atwww.whatcomdrc.org, 676-0122. (pg. 47)



Book, Plant & Bake Sale, Deming Library, 10am-5pm, 592-2422, www.wcls.org.

“Teacher Appreciation Week Celebration,”Launching Success Learning Store, 10am-2pm, free, 527-2641,www.launchingsuccess.com. (pg. 11)


The Bike Shops Bike Swap, BellinghamSportsplex, 10am-4pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Adaptive Cycles Expo, Civic Field Track, 11am-2pm, 671-BIKE, www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Author Reads (cooking demo, tasting, and more):“The Fishes & Dishes Cookbook: SeafoodRecipes and Salty Stories from Alaska’sCommercial Fisherwomen” by Kiyo Marsh andLaura Cooper, the Community Food Co-opConnections Building, 11am, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Family Art Days: Spring Garden Flowers, BarbaraSilverman Summers, Museum of NorthwestArt, Session I: 11am-1pm, Session II: 2-4pm,www.margotbmyers.com, [email protected], 466-4446, ext.108. (pg. 15)

Third Annual Gluten Free Food Fair, BellinghamPublic Market, 11am-3pm, free, 510-6555. (42)

7th Annual Shoe Drive for Charity, 12th StreetShoes in Fairhaven, 733-2066. (pg. 47)

Fly Day, Heritage Flight Museum, BellinghamAirport, noon-4pm, www.heritageflight.org. (7)

Guitar Setup and Maintenance Classes,Mountain View Luthier School, Everson, $75per class, $150 3-class series, 305-0278,[email protected]. (pg. 35)

Pedal with your Politician, departs BellinghamFarmers’ Market, noon-1:30pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Art With Alma (for school-age kids), BlaineLibrary, 1:30-2:30pm, 332-8146,www.wcls.org.

“Popeye the Musical!,” BAAY, 1059 N. StateSt., 2pm & 7pm, reserved tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com or at the door,306-1543, www.baay.org. (pg. 7)

Children’s Book Week Author Reads: “TheHumblebee Hunter: Inspired by the Life andExperiments of Charles Darwin and hisChildren” by Deborah Hopkinson, VillageBooks, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 7)

Bellingham Roller Betties, Whatcom CommunityCollege Pavilion Gym, 5pm, $12 / $6 children6-12, www.bellinghamrollerbetties.com. (pg. 7)

14th Annual Hui’O Hawaii Luau, WWU VikingUnion Multipurpose Room, 5:30pm, $17general / $12 students/ $20 at the door.



Author Reads: “Birdology: Adventures with aPack of Hens, a Peck of Pigeons,Cantankerous Crows, Fierce Falcons, Hip HopParrots, Baby Hummingbirds, and OneMurderously Big Living Dinosaur” by SyMontgomery, Village Books, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

“Alice in Wonderland,” Squalicum High School,7:30pm, tickets $5 students / $7 adults,available at SQHS ASB office. (pg. 43)



“The Little Mermaid” (Northwest Ballet Theatre),Mount Baker Theatre, 7:30pm, $15-$25, 734-6080, www.mountbakertheatre.com. (9)


Beau Borrero (acoustic), Three Trees, 8pm, nocover, www.threetreescoffee.com.

Becki Sue and her Big Rockin’ Daddies, TheConway Muse, 8pm, tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com, 800-838-3006,www.theconwaymuse.com. (pg. 32)

“Prom Night” Dance (USA Dance Bellingham)with the Sonja Lee Band, Blue Moon BallroomStudio, Nightclub 2-Step lesson 8pm, dancefrom 8:45-10:45pm, $10 / $7 members, 734-5676 or 920-0101,www.bellinghamusadance.com. (pg. 10)

Telefon (casual jazz trio), Skylark’s in Fairhaven,8pm-midnight, all ages, no cover, 715-3642.

Brother Dalton, Honey Moon Tasting Room,8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

JB Quartet, Packers at Resort Semiahmoo, 9pm-midnight, www.semiahmoo.com.

Little Bill and the Bluenotes, Rockfish Grill,9pm, cover, 588-1720,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

That 80’s Show (80’s show band), Skagit ValleyCasino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, nocover, www.theskagit.com.



Woodrush (alternative Americana), Star BarLounge, 9pm-midnight,www.starbaranacortes.com, 299-2120.

SUNDAY 5/16/20107th Annual Shoe Drive for Charity, 12th Street

Shoes in Fairhaven, 733-2066. (pg. 47)10th Annual Ridin’ Low in the 3-6-0, El

movimiento Estudiantial Chicano/a de Aztlan(MEChA), WWU Flag Plaza, noon-5pm, free.

“Alice in Wonderland,” Squalicum High School,2pm, tickets $5 students / $7 adults, availableat SQHS ASB office. (pg. 43)

Chuck Pyle, Nancy’s Farm, 2pm, $15 suggesteddonation, 966-4640, 734-0561,www.nancysfarm.com. (pg. 35)

Kids’ Author Event and Children’s PosterContest Awards: “Goblins!: An UnderneathAdventure” by Royce Buckingham, VillageBooks, 2pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 7)

Marley’s Ghost, Byrnes Performing Arts Center,Arlington High School, 2pm, $15,www.byrnesperformingarts.org. (pg. 35)

“Noises Off!,” Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 2pm,$12 / $10 / $8, 354-4425,www.clairevgtheatre.org. (pg. 39)

NW Tulip Trekkers Volkswalk: AnacortesHospital parking lot on 24th St., 2pm,www.nwtrekkers.org, [email protected].(pg. 8)

“Oklahoma” (Skagit Valley College TheatreDept.), McIntyre Hall, 2pm, $20, 416-7727 ext2, www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 43)


“The Little Mermaid” (Northwest Ballet Theatre),Mount Baker Theatre, 2pm, $15-$25, 734-6080, www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 9)

“The Miracle Worker,” WWU Performing ArtsCenter, 2pm, $12 general, $10 seniors &WWU faculty/staff, $9 students, 650-2945,www.tickets.wwu.edu. (pg. 38)

Bellingham House Concert: Talented YouthShowcase, location TBA, 3pm, $15 advancetickets only, 671-6104,[email protected]. (pg. 35

Improv Playworks: Drop-In Improv Class for Kids(ages 9-14), 302 W. Illinois, 3-4pm, free, pre-register at 756-0756. (pg. 7

Slide Show, Q & A Session and Book Signing,Mitchell Albala, Village Books, 4-6pm, 206-706-5535, [email protected]. (pg. 15)

Improv Playworks: Drop-In Improv Class forTeens (ages 15+), 302 W. Illinois, 4:15-5:15pm, free, pre-register at 756-0756. (pg. 7)

Southside Community Meal: Meet YourNeighbors!, Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church,Bellingham, 5-6:30pm, free, 733-6749,[email protected]. (pg. 7)

Free Healthy Skin Lecture with Dr. Liz Vennos,M.D., Community Food Co-op,1220 N. ForestSt., 647-2188, www.BellinghamDerm.com. (pg. 42)


“Flamenco en Familia,” Carmona Flamenco &Ana Montes, American Museum of Radio &Electricity, 7:30pm, $20 advance, $15student/fixed income, $25 at the door, 483-8633, www.brownpapertickets.com,www.flamencobellingham.net. (pg. 10)

MONDAY 5/17/2010Field Journal Workshop 2010 (1st of 2

sessions) with Trish Harding, Studio UFO,10am-3pm, $158, 319-6115,www.studioufo.net. (pg. 14)

Teen Book Club (recent reads), Ferndale Library,6-8:45pm, 384-3647, www.wcls.org.

Bard on Screen at Vancity Theatre: “Antonyand Cleopatra,” 6:30pm, tickets $10 / $8students/seniors at www.vifc.org or at thedoor. (pg. 39)

Author Reads: “Cheese Monger: A Life on theWedge” by Gordon Edgar, Village Books, 7pm,671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Open Mic with Chuck Dingee featuring Marcand Britt (acoustic duo), Fairhaven Pub &Martini Bar, sign-up at 7:30pm, music at 8pm,no cover.

TUESDAY 5/18/2010Rockband! on the Wii (for teens 11 and older),

Lynden Library, 12:30pm, 354-4883,www.wcls.org.

Interfaith Coalition’s Friendly Visitors ProgramOrientation/Training, Saint JamesPresbyterian Church, Bellingham, 1-4pm,reserve space, 756-5179. (pg. 31)

Kids Book Club (power readers, grades K-2),Lummi Island Library, 3-4pm, 758-7145,www.wcls.org.

Simple Steps to a Healthy Blood Pressure, St.Joseph Hospital’s LifeQuest, 6-7pm, $18, pre-registration required at 788-6720. (pg. 42)

Women Only Bike Maintenance Class, TheHub Community Bike Shop, 904-1/2 S. StateSt., 6-9pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.



Nude Figure Drawing Session (no instruction),Studio UFO, 6:30-8:30pm, $15 prepay plus $2minimum model tip at session, preregistrationrequired, 319-6115 or visit www.studioufo.net.(pg. 14)

Author Reads: “An Eagle Named Freedom: MyTrue Story of a Remarkable Friendship” by JeffGuidry, Village Books, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Open Mic featuring Marc and Britt at 8:30pm,Three Trees, 7pm, no cover,www.threetreescoffee.com.

Widow’s Embrace, Honey Moon Tasting Room,8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

WEDNESDAY 5/19/2010Morning Laughter Session, Community Food

Co-op Connections Bldg. on Forest St.,7:30am (20 minutes),[email protected]. (pg. 18)


Day Drifters Hand Spinners, Roeder Home,10am-3pm, 366-4030.

Engaged Citizens Book Group, “The Impossiblewill Take a Little While: A Citizen’s Guide toHope in a Time of Fear” by Paul Rogat Loeb(author not attending), Village Books, noon,671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Newcomers Luncheon, Bellingham Golf &Country Club, noon, $16, reservations 714-9747. (pg. 31)

Roeder Home Writers Group, Roeder Home, 1-4pm, 647-0724, [email protected].(pg. 46)

Poetry (grades 7-12), Center for Expressive Artsand Experiential Education, 4:15-5:15pm, $10drop-in, www.youngwritersstudio.org. (pg. 5)

Malcolm X Celebration, WWU VU 565, 5-9pm.Whatcom Writers & Publishers Meeting,

Bellingham Golf & Country Club, 5:30pm, $20buffet dinner and meeting / $5 meeting only,RSVP by May 14 to 201-7373 or by email [email protected]. (pg. 46)

Jake Navarro and Bill Cook, Rockfish Grill, 6-9pm, 588-1720,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Memorial Ride and Trail Celebration (self-guided bike ride in honor of those injured orkilled while bicycling or walking), FairhavenVillage Green, 6-8pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Everson Book Club (“My Life in France” by JuliaChild), call for location, 6:30pm potluck,7:30pm discussion, 966-5100, www.wcls.org.

Friends of the Blaine Library Meeting, BlaineLibrary, 6:30pm, 332-8146, www.wcls.org.

Author Reads: “Dreamless and Possible: PoemsNew and Selected” by Chris Howell, VillageBooks, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare 101, SimonFraser University, 7:30pm, free, preregistrationrequired at www.bardonthebeach.org or 1-877-739-0559. (pg. 39)

Johansson & Det Startka Bandet, The ConwayMuse, 8pm, tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com, 800-838-3006,www.theconwaymuse.com. (pg. 35)

WWU Music Department: Ford Hill PianoScholarship Recital, Petronel Malan,Performing Arts Center Concert Hall, 8pm,$16, $13 seniors, $9 students, 650-6146,www.tickets.wwu.edu, 650-3130. (pg. 35)

THURSDAY 5/20/2010Brown Bag: The Whatcom Creek Salmon Art

Trail, Whatcom Museum, 12:30pm, $3 /Museum members free, 778-8930,www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 31)

Lynden Friends of the Library Meeting, LyndenLibrary, 1-3pm, 354-4883, www.wcls.org.


Family Wii Night (for children under 12 with aparent), Blaine Library, 6-8pm, 332-8146.

Inspired Memories Workshop, Stampadoodle &The Paper Cafe, 6-8pm, 657-9663.

Third Thursday Local Music Series: Auriemma,Swan Cafe, Community Food Co-op,Downtown, 6-8pm, free, 734-8158,www.communityfood.coop. (pg. 35)

The Chuckanut Radio Hour, Crystal Ballroom,Leopold Retirement Residence, 6:30pm,tickets $5, 671-2626, www.villagebooks.com,www.brownpapertickets.com. (pg. 46)

The Knitting Guild, Ferndale Library, 6:30-8:30pm, 384-3647, www.wcls.org.

Written Expressions (Open Mic), CEAEE, 1317Commercial St., 6:30-9:0pm, 671-5355. (pg. 7)

Finale Concert (Fidalgo Youth Symphony),McIntyre Hall, 7pm, $15, 416-7727 ext 2,www.mcintyrehall.org.

The Spice of Life (lecture & slide presentation) byTames Alan, Lynden Pioneer Museum, 7pm,$2, www.lyndenpioneermuseum.com. (pg. 43)

YWCA Stand vs. Racism: Continuing theConversation – “Global Inequalities ofCommunities of Color,” Shurla Thibou, YWCA,7-8:30pm, free, www.ywcabellingham.org, 734-4820, [email protected]. (pg. 31)



Vocal Showcase Open Mic with Walt Burkett(acoustic jazz guitar), Skylark’s in Fairhaven,8pm-midnight, all ages, no cover, 715-3642.

WWU Wind Symphony: “Ecstatic Waters,”Steven Bryant, Performing Arts CenterConcert Hall, 8pm, free, 650-6146,www.tickets.wwu.edu. (pg. 36)

FRIDAY 5/21/2010Bike to Work and School Day, all over Whatcom

County, 6:30-9am, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

BTC 9th Annual Welding Rodeo: “The HumanForm,” free, www.btc.ctc.ed,www.weldingrodeo.com. (pg. 15)


City Hall Tricycle Relay Race and Festivities,Bellingham City Hall, noon-1pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Skagit River Poetry Festival Workshop:“Speaking Pictures – Using Fine Art to InspirePoems,” Susan Rich, Museum of NorthwestArt, La Conner, 2-5pm, tickets $52,www.skagitriverpoetry.org, 422-6033,[email protected]. (pg. 45)

Skagit River Poetry Festival Workshop: “Youare Here: Poetry and Place,” Lorraine Ferra,Sacred Heart Mosman Hall, La Conner, 2-5pm,tickets $52, www.skagitriverpoetry.org, 422-6033, [email protected]. (45)

Debut of Documentary Video, “In the Hall ofLight,” Gallery Cygnus, 4-5:30pm, 420-9568.(pg. 15)

Ayurvedic Fundraising Lecture: Dr. Vasant Lad,Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 4:30-5:45pm, tickets $27, 734-2396,www.AyurvedicHealthCenter.com,[email protected]. (pg. 47)

Ladies’ Night Out, downtown Bellingham,proceeds to benefit Womencare Shelter,www.downtownbellingham.com.

Bike to Work and School Day eveningcelebration and prize drawing, BoundaryBay Brewery and Bistro Beer Garden, 5:30-7pm, 671-BIKE, www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Bike to Work and School Day Family eveningcelebration, Mallard Ice Cream, 5:30-7pm,671-BIKE, www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Jennifer Scott Trio, Terrace at ResortSemiahmoo, 5:30-8:30pm,www.semiahmoo.com.

Bellingham Storytellers Guild meeting,Fairhaven Library Fireplace Room, 6pm, free,714-9631 or [email protected].

Jr. Ski to Sea Parade, downtown Bellingham,6pm, www.jrskitosea.com.


Author Reads: “Test Ride on the SunnylandExpress: A Daughter’s Civil Rights Journey” byAna Maria Spagna, Village Books, 7pm, 671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Family Storytelling with the BellinghamStorytellers Guild, Fairhaven Library FireplaceRoom, 7-8pm, free. 714-9631,[email protected].

“Once Upon a Mattress,” BAAY, 1059 N. StateSt., 7pm, reserved tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com or at the door,306-1543, www.baay.org. (pg. 7)

“Noises Off!,” Claire vg Thomas Theatre,7:30pm, $12 / $10 / $8, 354-4425. (pg. 39)

NWTG presents “The Wizard of Oz,” MountBaker Theatre, 7:30pm, $15-$24, tickets at734-6080, info at www.NWTG.org. (pg. 40)



Fritz & the Freeloaders, Honey Moon TastingRoom, 8pm, no cover, 734-0728.

Rhythm in Motion Ballroom Dance Showcase(students), U & Me Dance at the MajesticBallroom, 8pm, reserved tickets atwww.uandmedance.com, 676-0292. (pg. 10)

The Unusuals (guitar, bass, flute), Skylark’s inFairhaven, 8pm-midnight, all ages, no cover,715-3642.

The Zim & Arock (Dylan meets Run DMC), ThreeTrees, 8pm, no cover,www.threetreescoffee.com.

Fritz and the Freeloaders, Honey Moon TastingRoom, 8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

Austin Jenckes (alternative rock), Star BarLounge, 9pm-midnight,www.starbaranacortes.com, 299-2120.

Earl Wear (high energy contemporary countrydance), Skagit Valley Casino Resort WinnersLounge, 9pm-1am, no cover,www.theskagit.com.

Jim Basnight Thing, Rockfish Grill, 9pm, cover,588-1720, www.anacortesrockfish.com.



SATURDAY 5/22/2010Documentary Video, “In the Hall of Light,”

Gallery Cygnus, 8-9am, 420-9568. (pg. 15)Jr. Ski to Sea Race, Lake Padden, 8am-3pm,

www.jrskitosea.com.Pump You Up Booth at Bellingham Farmers’

Market, 9am-3pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

BTC 9th Annual Welding Rodeo: “The HumanForm,” all day, silent auction closes 4:30pm;live auction 5:15pm, free, www.btc.ctc.ed,www.weldingrodeo.com. (pg. 15)

Have a Heart Run, Edgewater Park, $30preregistration / $35 day of race / $15 T-shirt,416-7585 x1167, www.skagitcap.org. (pg. 47)


Deming Book Club (“Out Stealing Horses” byPer Petterson), Deming Library, 10am, free,592-2422, www.wcls.org.

Figure Painting Clothed Workshop with TrishHarding, Studio UFO, 10am-3pm, $69 +minimum $2 tip for model at time of workshop,319-6115, www.studioufo.net. (pg. 14)

Intermediate Writers Studio (grades 4-7),Center for Expressive Arts and ExperientialEducation, 10am-noon, $20 drop-in,www.youngwritersstudio.org. (pg. 5)

Opening Day of Lummi Island SaturdayMarket, 10am-1pm,[email protected]. (pg. 7)

Auditions: Summer Camp 2010 “Schnuzik,”Bellingham Children’s Theatre, 11am-4pm,734-9999, [email protected].(pg. 6)

Bellingham Children’s Film Festival, “Best ofthe Fest” Short Films, Pickford Cinema, 11am,$6.75, kids under 12, members $5.25, 647-1300, www.pickfordfilmcenter.org. (pg. 8)

Bellingham Children’s Film Festival: Kids’ BookArts Workshop, Whatcom Museum FamilyInteractive Gallery (FIG), noon-4pm, $3 withfestival coupon, 778-8930,www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 8)

Bellingham Children’s Film Festival: “Secret ofKells,” Pickford Cinema, 12:45pm,$6.75, kidsunder 12, members $5.25, 647-1300,www.pickfordfilmcenter.org. (pg. 8)

Documentary Video, “In the Hall of Light,”Gallery Cygnus, 1:30-3pm, 420-9568. (pg. 15)

Skagit River Poetry Festival Workshop: “FromPage to Stage,” Mary Lou Sanelli, SkagitCounty Historical Museum, La Conner, 1:30-4:30pm, tickets $52,www.skagitriverpoetry.org, 422-6033,[email protected]. (pg. 45)

Skagit River Poetry Festival Workshop: “HaikuTargets,” Michael Dylan Welch, WaterfrontCafé, La Conner, 1:30-4:30pm, tickets $52,www.skagitriverpoetry.org, 422-6033,[email protected]. (pg. 45)

Skagit River Poetry Festival Workshop:“Inventive Imitation,” Terrance Hayes, SacredHeart Mosman Hall, La Conner, 1:30-4:30pm,tickets $52, www.skagitriverpoetry.org, 422-6033, [email protected]. (45)

“Once Upon a Mattress,” BAAY, 1059 N. StateSt., 2pm & 7pm, reserved tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com or at the door,306-1543, www.baay.org. (pg. 7)

Rhythm in Motion Ballroom Dance Showcase,U & Me Dance at the Majestic Ballroom, 2pm,reserved tickets at www.uandmedance.com,676-0292. (pg. 10)

Saturday Afternoon at the Library: Joe Moser,Everson McBeath Community Library, 3pm,free, 966-5100. (pg. 42)

Author Reads: “Divine Music” by Suruchi Mohan,Village Books, 4pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 455)

Dig the FIG, Bellingham Golf & Country Club,5:30pm, $135 / $175 / $225, reserve ticketsby May 11 at 778-8939. (pg. 47)

Jennifer Scott Trio, Terrace at ResortSemiahmoo, 5:30-8:30pm,www.semiahmoo.com.

Bellingham Repertory Dance AnnualFundraising Reception, Firehouse PerformingArts Center, 6-8pm, free, donations accepted,734-2776. (pg. 47)


Mixed Identity Student Organization (MISO)1st Annual Dinner, WWU Viking UnionMultipurpose Room, 6-9pm, doors open at5:30pm.


Author Reads: “Ayurvedic Yoga: Yoga for yourbody type (DVD)” by Juliet Jivanti, VillageBooks, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Contra Dance, Fairhaven Library, workshop 7pm,dance 7:30-10pm, $8-$10, 676-1554,www.bellinghamcountrydance.org. (pg. 10)

Whatcom Fitness & Day to Day Dancepresents “Into the Garden,” BlainePerforming Arts Center, 7pm, $7 adults / $2children. (pg. 10)

Ken Pickard & Zydeco Explosion, The ConwayMuse, 7:30pm, $12, tickets at 800-838-3006,www.BrownPaperTickets.com, info 445-3000,www.TheConwayMuse.com. (pg. 36)


NWTG presents “The Wizard of Oz,” MountBaker Theatre, 7:30pm, $15-$24, tickets at734-6080, info at www.NWTG.org. (pg. 40)



Bellingham Storytellers Guild: “Bittersweet: aChinese American Daughter’s Legacy,” NancyWang, Urban Long House, Bellingham, 8pm,$15 at the door,www.bellinghamstorytellersguild.org. (pg. 46)

Beyond Just Simple (acoustic / visual), ThreeTrees, 8pm, no cover,www.threetreescoffee.com.

John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band,Silver Reef Pavilion, 8pm, $29.50, 1-866-383-0777, ext. 126.

Rainbow Squares Square Dancing, Ten MileGrange, Lynden, 8-10pm, $5, 733-4487,www.sqdance.org.

“Joy of Dance” Ballroom Dance Show(professionals), U & Me Dance at the MajesticBallroom, 8pm, reserved tickets atwww.uandmedance.com, 676-0292. (pg. 10)

Thomas Harris Trio (classc jazz trio), Skylark’s inFairhaven, 8pm-midnight, all ages, no cover,715-3642.

Kat’s Singer/Songwriter Circle, Honey MoonTasting Room, 8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

Cheryl Jewell with the Saltwater Octet,Rockfish Grill, 9pm. (pg. 36)

Earl Wear (high energy contemporary countrydance), Skagit Valley Casino Resort WinnersLounge, 9pm-1am, no cover,www.theskagit.com.

Savage Jazz Trio (jazz), Star Bar Lounge, 9pm-midnight, www.starbaranacortes.com, 299-2120.

Solbird (soul, r&b and funk), Star Bar Lounge,9pm-midnight, www.starbaranacortes.com,299-2120.

SUNDAY 5/23/2010Bellingham Children’s Film Festival, “Best of

the Fest” Short Films, Pickford Cinema, 11am,$6.75, kids under 12, members $5.25, 647-1300, www.pickfordfilmcenter.org. (pg. 8)



Bellingham Children’s Film Festival: Kids’ BookArts Workshop, Whatcom Museum FamilyInteractive Gallery (FIG), noon-4pm, $3 withfestival coupon, 778-8930,www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 8)

Bellingham Children’s Film Festival: “Secret ofKells,” Pickford Cinema, 12:45pm,$6.75, kidsunder 12, members $5.25, 647-1300,www.pickfordfilmcenter.org. (pg. 8)

Mount Baker Theatre Organ Society: ProfessorHokum W. Jeebs, Mount Baker Theatre, 2pm,suggested donation $10, under 18 free,www.mountbakertoshome.com. (pg. 36)


“Noises Off!,” Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 2pm,$12 / $10 / $8, 354-4425,www.clairevgtheatre.org. (pg. 39)

Skagit Symphony Young Solist Concert,McIntyre Hall, 2pm, tickets $22, $25, $35,seniors, students and military discounts, 866-624-6897, www.mcintyrehall.org, 848-9336, www.SkagitSymphony.com. (pg. 36)

“The Miracle Worker,” WWU Performing ArtsCenter, 2pm, $12 general, $10 seniors &WWU faculty/staff, $9 students, 650-2945,www.tickets.wwu.edu. (pg. 38)

iDiOM Theater presents “Poison the Well,” byAndrew Connor, The Conway Muse, 6pm,$10, www.theconwaymuse.com. (pg. 43)


MONDAY 5/24/2010Field Journal Workshop 2010 (2nd of 2

sessions) with Trish Harding, Studio UFO,10am-3pm, $158, 319-6115,www.studioufo.net. (pg. 14)

Mount Vernon High School Choirs, McIntyreHall, 4pm & 7pm, tickets TBA, 416-7727 ext 2,www.mcintyrehall.org.

Bard on Screen at Vancity Theatre: “Chimes atMidnight,” 6:30pm, tickets $10 / $8students/seniors at www.vifc.org or at thedoor. (pg. 39)

Ferndale Friends Book Club: “The AyatollahBegs to Differ: The Paradox of Modern Iran”by Hooman Majd, Ferndale Library, 7pm, 384-3647, www.wcls.org.

Lindy Hop Group Class starts (3-week series),U & Me Dance at the Majestic, 7:30pm, $39 /$36 students, 676-0292. (pg. 9)

Open Mic with Chuck Dingee featuring KristiNelson (singer / songwriter), Fairhaven Pub &Martini Bar, sign-up at 7:30pm, music at 8pm,no cover.

WWU Concert Choir & WWU Orchestra:“Chichester Psalms,” Performing Arts CenterConcert Hall, 8pm, free, 650-3130. (pg. 36)

TUESDAY 5/25/2010Library Tour at Lunchtime (bring your bag lunch),

Blaine Library, noon-1pm, 332-8146,www.wcls.org.

Kids Book Club (runaway readers, grades 3-6),Lummi Island Library, 2:30-3:30pm, 758-7145,www.wcls.org.

East Coast Swing Group Class starts (6-weekseries), U & Me Dance at the Majestic, 6pm,$78 / $70 students, 676-0292,www.uandmedance.com. (pg. 9)

Laura Kalpakian’s Memoir Class presentation,Village Books, 6-8pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)

Vegetarian Eating Basics, St. Joseph Hospital’sLifeQuest, 6-7pm, $23, pre-registrationrequired at 788-6720. (pg. 42)

Deming Friends Meeting, Deming Library, 7pm,free, 592-2422, www.wcls.org.

Open Mic featuring Sam Chue at 8:30pm,Three Trees, 7pm, no cover,www.threetreescoffee.com.

Skagit Valley Genealogical Society Meeting,Burlington Community Center, 7pm, free,public welcome, 757-7772. (pg. 31)

Salsa Group Class starts (6-week series), U &Me Dance at the Majestic, 7:30pm, $78 / $70students, 676-0292, www.uandmedance.com.

WWU University Choir, Advanced Women’sChorale, and Western Voices, PerformingArts Center Concert Hall, 8pm, free, 650-6146. (pg. 36)

Sonja Lee, Honey Moon Tasting Room, 8:30pm,no cover, 734-0728.

WEDNESDAY 5/26/2010Buy Our Books at The B.O.B. Shop at the Old

Dimitri’s City Annex adjacent to the newFerndale Library building site on Main St.,10am-2pm, 384-0252, www.wcls.org.

City Club: Tax Policy Reform in WashingtonState, Northwood Hall, noon-1:30pm, $11/$16includes luncheon, www.cityclubonline.com.(pg. 31)

Bestsellers Book Club (“Hotel at the Corner ofBitter and Sweet” by Jamie Ford), LyndenLibrary, 1-3pm, 354-4883, www.wcls.org.

Whatcom Weavers Guild Drop-In Session,Roeder Home, 1-3pm, 961-4956,www.whatcomweaversguild.org.

Kids Write! (grades 2-4), Center for ExpressiveArts and Experiential Education, 4:15-5:15pm,$10 drop-in, www.youngwritersstudio.org. (5)

Fidalgo Swing, Rockfish Grill, 6-9pm, 588-1720,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

BHS Drama presents Spring Festival of Plays,Bellingham High School Theatre, 7:30pm, $5 atthe door. (pg. 43)

Samba Group Class starts (3-week series), U &Me Dance at the Majestic, 7:30pm, $39 / $36students, 676-0292, www.uandmedance.com.(pg. 9)

Yogoman’s Wild Rumpus at Boundary BayBrewery beer garden, 8pm, $7 cover, all ages‘til 10pm, www.bbaybrewery.com.

THURSDAY 5/27/2010Brown Bag: Tour Show of Hands exhibition with

Barbara Matilsky, Lightcatcher Building,12:30pm, $3 / Museum members free,www.whatcommuseum.org, 778-8930. (pg. 15)


WWU Jazz Night (jazz), Three Trees, 6:30pm, nocover, www.threetreescoffee.com.

Author Reads: “The Ragtime Fool” by Larry Karp,Village Books, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)


Friends of the North Fork Community LibraryMeeting, call for location, 7:30pm, 599-2020,www.wcls.org.

WWU Dance Program: Annual BFA CapstoneConcert, ...Ving!, Bellingham, 7:30pm, $5suggested donation, 650-7293,www.wwu.edu/depts/dance. (pg. 10)



Chad Petersen & Friends (jazz guitar withvocals), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8pm-midnight,all ages, no cover, 715-3642.

Trailer Wars presents the best of Trailer Wars,Boundary Bay Brewery beer garden, 8:30pm,no cover, all ages, www.bbaybrewery.com.

FRIDAY 5/28/2010Misty Flowers, Stuart’s at the Market, 1-2pm, no

cover, all ages.Family Fun Night (bring the kids for free dinner,

Wii Bowling, karaoke, games, pool, ping pong,crafts), Bellingham Senior Activity Center,5:30-9pm, 733-4030. (pg. 8)

Marion Weston, Terrace at Resort Semiahmoo,5:30-8:30pm, www.semiahmoo.com.

WAG Art by the Lake Art Show and SaleOpening Reception and ScholarshipEvening, Bloedel Donovan Park, 6-8pm, freeadmission, www.whatcomartguild.org. (pg. 16)

Author Reads: “Rodeo in Joliet” by GlennRockowitz, Village Books, 7pm, 671-2626,www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 45)




Argentine Tango Milonga (Dance Party), BlueMoon Ballroom, Argentine Tango Dancing 8-11pm. $7, no partner necessary, 647-9778,www.thebluemoonballroom.com. (pg. 9)

Dance Party, U & Me Dance at the MajesticBallroom, Nightclub 2 Step Dance lesson 8pm,dance 9-11pm, $12 / $10 students andseniors for lesson and dance,www.uandmedance.com, 676-0292. (pg. 10)

Henry Rollins: “Frequent Flyer Tour,” MountBaker Theatre, 8pm, tickets $24, 734-6080,www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 37)

Niko (tricks and treats), Three Trees, 8pm, nocover, www.threetreescoffee.com.

Sonja Lee Band (casual trio with jazz blues, soul),Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8pm-midnight, all ages,no cover, 715-3642.

Dylan Warnick, Honey Moon Tasting Room,8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

Bobby Holland and the Breadline, RockfishGrill, 9pm, cover, 588-1720,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Freddy Pink (classic rock and soul horn band),Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge,9pm-1am, no cover, www.theskagit.com.

SATURDAY 5/29/2010Pump You Up Booth at Bellingham Farmers’

Market, 9am-3pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

WAG Art by the Lake Art Show and Sale,Bloedel Donovan Park, 9am-8pm, freeadmission, www.whatcomartguild.org. (pg. 16)

NW Tulip Trekkers Volkswalk: Fort Flagler & FortWorden, details at www.nwtrekkers.org,[email protected]. (pg. 8)

Artists’ Studio Tour, Lummi Island, 10am-6pm,free admission, 758-7121, 758-7499. (pg. 16)


Ski to Sea Grand Parade, downtown Bellingham,noon, www.bellingham.com,www.skitosea.com.

“Once Upon a Mattress,” BAAY, 1059 N. StateSt., 2pm & 7pm, reserved tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com or at the door,306-1543, www.baay.org. (pg. 7)

Brother Dalton’s Euphonic Elixir, Stuart’s at theMarket, 3:30-5:30pm, no cover, all ages.

Marion Weston, Terrace at Resort Semiahmoo,5:30-8:30pm, www.semiahmoo.com.

An Evening with Reilly and Malony, TheConway Muse, 7:30pm, $20, tickets atwww.BrownPaperTickets.com, 800-838-3006,www.TheConwayMuse.com, 445-3000. (32)



Ballroom and Latin Dance Party, Blue MoonBallroom, East Coast Swing Lesson 8pm,Dancing 9-11pm. $10 / $8 students & seniors65+, no partner necessary,www.thebluemoonballroom.com, 647-9778.(pg. 9)

Swing Gang (jazz, Latin, blues with vocals),Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8pm-midnight, all ages,no cover, 715-3642.

Vintage Rhymes and Valentines (indie / folkrock / alternative), Three Trees, 8pm, no cover,www.threetreescoffee.com.

Sabrina y Los Reyes, Honey Moon TastingRoom, 8:30pm, no cover, 734-0728.

Colonel & Doubleshot (blues), Star Bar Lounge,9pm-midnight, www.starbaranacortes.com,299-2120.

Freddy Pink (classic rock and soul horn band),Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge,9pm-1am, no cover, www.theskagit.com.

Ravinwolf, Rockfish Grill, 9pm, cover, 588-1720,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Boss Rhino, The DT’s and Kinski, Boundary BayBrewery, $8 cover, www.bbaybrewery.com.

SUNDAY 5/30/2010Ski to Sea Race (90 miles), Mt. Baker to

Fairhaven, 8am start, www.skitosea.com.WAG Art by the Lake Art Show and Sale,

Bloedel Donovan Park, 9am-6pm, freeadmission, www.whatcomartguild.org. (pg. 16)

NW Tulip Trekkers Volkswalk: Fort Casey, FortFlager and Fort Worden, details atwww.nwtrekkers.org, [email protected].(pg. 8)



Artists’ Studio Tour, Lummi Island, 10am-6pm,free, 758-7121, 758-7499. (pg. 16)

It All Ends in Fairhaven Festival for Ski to Sea,10am-8pm, Historic Fairhaven,www.fairhaven.com. (pg. 8)

Music on the Green, Fairhaven Village Green,11am-5pm, free. (pg. 37)

VB Reads ... Feminist Book Group, “ReadingLolita in Tehran: A Memoir in Books” by AzarNafisi (author not attending), Village Books,2pm, 671-2626. (pg. 45)

Art of Jazz: Kathy Kosins Quartet, TheAmadeus Project, 4-6:30pm, $15, membersfree, www.jazzproject.org. (pg. 37)



Flowmotion, Boundary Bay Brewery beer garden,$12 cover, www.bbaybrewery.com.

MONDAY 5/31/2010WAG Art by the Lake Art Show and Sale,

Bloedel Donovan Park, 9am-5pm, freeadmission, www.whatcomartguild.org. (pg. 16)

NW Tulip Trekkers Volkswalk: Fort Casey,details at www.nwtrekkers.org,[email protected]. (pg. 8)

Bard on Screen at Vancity Theatre: “Henry V,”6:30pm, tickets $10 / $8 students/seniors atwww.vifc.org or at the door. (pg. 39)

Open Mic with Laurel Leigh, Village Books,7pm, 671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. (45)

TUESDAY 6/1/2010Women Only Bike Maintenance Class, The

Hub Community Bike Shop, 904-1/2 S. StateSt., 6-9pm, 671-BIKE,www.everybodyBIKE.com.

Bellingham Photography Club, Roeder Home,7:15pm, free, public invited,www.bellinghamphotographyclub.org. (pg. 18)

WEDNESDAY 6/2/2010Day Drifters Hand Spinners, Roeder Home,

10am-3pm, 366-4030.The Bellingham Music Club, Faith Lutheran

Church, 10:30am, free, 671-0252. (pg. 34)The Reluctant Writer (grades 3-6), Center for

Expressive Arts and Experiential Education,4:15-5:15pm, $10 drop-in,www.youngwritersstudio.org. (pg. 5)

Lynden Heritage Festival Art Show Artists’Reception, Lynden Library, 5-8pm, free, 354-4883, www.wcls.org.

THURSDAY 6/3/2010Inspired Memories Workshop, Stampadoodle &

The Paper Cafe, 6-8pm, 657-9663.Grande Finale concert (Skagit Valley Music

Dept.), McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm, $15, 416-7727ext 2, www.mcintyrehall.org.


“Much Ado About Nothing,” Bard on the Beach,8pm, $35.50, www.bardonthebeach.org, 1-877-739-0559. (pg. 39)

FRIDAY 6/4/2010YWCA Leadership Breakfast: “How to be a

21st Century Suffragette,” Cathy Allen, BestWestern Lakeway Inn Ballroom, 7:30-9am,minimum $50 donation,www.ywcabellingham.org, [email protected] or 734-4820. (31)


Artists’ Reception: Bay Street Village StudioArtists, Downtown Art Walk, Bay StreetVillage, 6-10pm, www.bellinghamartwalk.com.(pg. 16)

First Fridays with Swil Kanim, Stuart’s at theMarket, 7-9pm, no cover, 714-0800.

“Little Shop of Horrors.” BAAY, 1059 N. StateSt., 7pm, reserved tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com or at the door,306-1543, www.baay.org. (pg. 7)

META Performing Arts: “Annie,” McIntyre Hall,7pm, reserved tickets $18, $20, $24, $35,children, student, senior, group discounts,www.mcintyrehall.org, 416-7727. (pg. 43)


Badd Dog Blues Society, Rockfish Grill, 9pm,cover, 588-1720, www.anacortesrockfish.com.

SATURDAY 6/5/2010Highland Games, Hovander Homestead Park in

Ferndale, $10 adults / $7 seniors & students /children 5 and under free / $2 on-field parking,www.bellinghamhighland.org. (pg. 4)


“Little Shop of Horrors.” BAAY, 1059 N. StateSt., 2pm & 7pm, reserved tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com or at the door,306-1543, www.baay.org. (pg. 7)

META Performing Arts: “Annie,” McIntyre Hall,2pm (doors open at 1pm), pay-what-you-canfestival seating only, www.mcintyrehall.org,416-7727. (pg. 43)

Greatest Generation Dinner/DanceFundraiser, Heritage Flight Museum,Bellingham Airport, 5:30pm, $45 person / $80couple, reservations 733-4422,www.heritageflight.org. (pg. 47)


Whatcom Chorale Concert: Bellingham FirstCongregational Church, 7:30pm, $15 adults /$12 students and seniors / $5 age 18 andunder, 738-7166, www.whatcomchorale.org.(pg. 37)



Kimball Conant and the Fugitives, RockfishGrill, 9pm, cover, 588-1720,www.anacortesrockfish.com.

SUNDAY 6/6/2010Community Breakfast, Rome Grange, Mt. Baker

Highway, 8am-1pm, $5 adults / $2 kids ages 6-10 / under 5 free, 671-7862. (pg. 5)

Warbird Weekend Fly Day, Heritage FlightMuseum, Bellingham Airport, 9am-4pm,www.heritageflight.org. (pg. 47)

Highland Games, Hovander Homestead Park inFerndale, $10 adults / $7 seniors & students /children 5 and under free / $2 on-field parking,www.bellinghamhighland.org. (pg. 4)

Masters of the Celtic Harp, Grainne Hambly andWilliam Jackson, Lummi CongregationalChurch, 1:30pm, tickets $12, under 12 free.(pg. 37)

“Little Shop of Horrors.” BAAY, 1059 N. StateSt., 2pm, reserved tickets atwww.brownpapertickets.com or at the door,306-1543, www.baay.org. (pg. 7)


Bellingham Chamber Chorale presents “BalticElegies,” Christ the Servant Lutheran Church,3pm, $15 adults / $10 under 18,www.brownpapertickets.com,www.bellinghamchamberchorale.org. (pg. 37)

Bellingham Laughter Club, Downtown Food Co-op Connections Building, 4-5pm, $2, 734-4989, [email protected],www.WorldLaughterTour.com. (pg. 18)



MONDAY 6/7/2010Women’s Open Mic Showcase with Chuck

Dingee, Fairhaven Pub & Martini Bar, sign-up at7:30pm, music at 8pm, no cover.


represented in the media.• Thurs., May20, 7-8:30pm, “Global Inequalities ofCommunities of Color.” Shurla Thibou, aninstructor of Women Studies at Western,and five students examine how differencesin race, class and gender separate people,and the impact of hardships that womenexperience. Free, refreshments provided.1026 N. Forest. Info: 734-4820,www.ywcabellingham.org, [email protected] Opening of Tree Frog NightInn May 8 – Don’t miss the grandopening of Tree Frog Night Inn,Bellingham’s first eco inn, on Sat., May 8,noon-4pm. Tour the Inn’s evocative,luxurious Coast Salish Native AmericanSuite and Mediterranean Suite, built withsustainability in mind on 5 acres. Receive araffle ticket for a free two-night stay; meetseveral local artists involved in the Inn’screation; enjoy refreshments and live music.1727 Mount Baker Highway, Bellingham(3.9 miles from I-5 just past Noon Rd.).More info: 676-2300 orwww.treefrognight.com.Brunch Meeting – The LyndenWomen’s Connection, an all-countywomen’s group, will hold their monthlybrunch Thurs., May 13, from 10-11:30am atHomestead in Lynden. Guest speaker isRochelle Dietz from Lynden, speaking on“Too Perfect to Fail.” Special features are“A Taste of...” – several local men andwomen will share their gifts, talents,businesses of technology, food, health,sports, skin care, writing and jewelry. $12inclusive, reservations required. Invite yourfriends! Call Ruth at 966-5258 by May 11for brunch reservations and complimentarybabysitting. The next brunch will be July 8.Women coming together for food,fellowship & fun.Educational scholarships offered –Whatcom Women in Business is pleased toannounce that it will again offerscholarships to women furthering theireducation. Scholarships will be awarded thisyear after an application and panelinterview process. Applications are availableat www.wwib.org. Deadline is May 15. In2009, eleven women were honored with a$1,000 scholarship to help them return toschool or continue their education.Whatcom Women in Business is anonprofit organization consisting ofbusiness owners, managers andprofessionals who provide a positive rolemodel for the community throughleadership and mentoring, helping womenachieve success in their professional andpersonal growth. Info: 920-6179.Interfaith Coalition’s FriendlyVisitors Program – Seniors throughoutWhatcom County who have little socialcontact with friends or family are waiting tobe matched with compassionate volunteerswho will visit them weekly at home.Individuals interested in working one-on-one with seniors in need of caring humanconnection are invited to participate in anorientation and training session on Tues.,

May 18, 1-4pm, or Wed., June 16, 6-9pm,at Saint James Presbyterian Church, 90114th St., Bellingham. After completing thethree-hour training session, volunteers willbe matched with seniors whose health andwell-being may improve with weekly visitsand telephone calls. Info/reserve a space:756-5179.Newcomers Luncheon – The nextWhatcom Newcomers Luncheon will beheld Wed., May 19 at noon at theBellingham Golf & Country Club, 3729Meridian St. This month’s speaker isJosselyn Winslow of the AlzheimerSociety. Call Grace at 714-9747 for lunchreservations ($16 per person). More info:www.whatcomnewcomers.org.Brown Bag: The Whatcom CreekSalmon Art Trail – Much has changedsince 1852 when the Lummi people firstmet with two Euro-Americans in what isnow Maritime Heritage Park nearWhatcom Creek. Once a series of smallstreams running through a wide mud flat,the estuary is now filled in and a city hassprung up along the banks.Environmentalist Wendy Scherrer, formerExecutive Director of the NooksackSalmon Enhancement Association(NSEA), will discuss the Whatcom CreekSalmon Art Trail, the result of a partnershipbetween the City of Bellingham and theNSEA, on Thurs., May 20, 12:30pm at theWhatcom Museum Old City Hall Building.The project helps focus attention on theimportance of healthy salmon-bearingstreams, which can exist right in the heartof an urban center like downtownBellingham. This event is sponsored byVillage Books. $3 / Museum members free.More info: 778-8930 or visitwww.whatcommuseum.org.The Skagit Valley GenealogicalSociety will meet on Tues., May 25, 7pm,at the Burlington Community Center, 1011Greenleaf Ave. Mary Kathryn Kozy willgive us tips on “Preparing and Planning for aResearch Trip.” If you are heading for agenealogy library (and we all do at somepoint), Mary will fill you in on how to planin order to get the most out of your visit.Free, public welcome. Info: 757-7772.City Club – Bellingham City Clubpresents informed, non-partisan discussionof issues important to the community. TheMay program explores Tax Policy Reform inWashington State with three panelists,including John Burbank, Executive Directorof the Economic Opportunity Institute inSeattle, and Kelli Linville, legislator from the42nd District and Chair of the House Waysand Means Committee, on Wed., May 26,noon-1:30pm, Northwood Hall. Cost is $11members / $16 non-members, and includeslunch. Info: www.cityclubonline.com.YWCA Leadership Breakfastcelebrates women’s vote: “How tobe a 21st Century Suffragette” –Marking the centennial of women’s right tovote in the state of Washington, a decadebefore it was achieved nationally, theAnnual YWCA Leadership Breakfast willbe held on Fri., June 4, 7:30-9am, in the

Best Western Lakeway Inn Ballroom inBellingham. Keynoter is Cathy Allen,founder and president of The ConnectionsGroup, a Seattle-based political consultingfirm that helps women campaign for – andwin – public office in the U.S., Canada, theMiddle East, Latin America, Africa &Mexico. Allen will discuss Americanwomen’s participation in the politicalprocess. A minimum $50 donation isrequested to support the YWCAtransitional housing program and the Backto Work Boutique. Allen has been VP ofthe National Women’s Political Caucus andfounded the Seattle-based Center forWomen & Democracy. Reservations:[email protected] or 734-4820.Info: www.ywcabellingham.org.

ONGOING• The Conway Muse – Learn the Art ofTea Tasting with Tobi every Sun., 1-4pm.More info: 445-3000,www.theconwaymuse.com.• Newcomers – Are you new to WhatcomCounty and interested in meeting other newpeople? We have many special interest groupssuch as book clubs, hiking groups, golf groups,etc. Visit www.whatcomnewcomers.org formore info.• Northwest Singles Club – Coffee Hourevery Sat., 10am, Bellingham Ferry Terminal(398-1852 for details). Weekly Walk at TaylorStreet Dock every Mon., 10am (733-0139 fordetails). Monthly meeting 2nd Wed. (May 12),5:30pm dinner, 7:15pm meeting, CascadePizza on Meridian Street (details: 398-1852).



by Laurel LarsenOften when the words “dance,”

“music,” “mom & pop” and “barn” are usedin the same sentence, the result is a down-home country atmosphere with atraditional energy. At The Conway Muse inConway, the comfort of that atmospherecombines with the quality of professionalartists and performers. The convertedauction barn, built in 1916, recently securedtheir liquor license, so they are enjoying lifeas a destination and local venue for patronsand performers of all ages.

When Elfa Gisla and her husband,Thomas Richardson, bought the barn in2004, they immediately saw the need for itto be transformed. “I realized that SkagitValley was really in need of a smaller, moreaffordable venue,” said Gisla. So, theyremodeled and reformed the barn and

opened it for private events in 2005. It wasfitting that the location had already been anauction barn; they’ve been hostingfundraising auctions there for years.

Gisla herself is no stranger to the artscommunity. She co-founded METAPerforming Arts (formerly known asNorthwest Children’s Theatre) and stillhosts their annual auction at The ConwayMuse, though she no longer sits on theboard. She and a friend created a murdermystery dinner theatre in 1995, writing thescripts, recruiting actors, and traveling theculinary smorgasbord of Washington State.She also sat on the Skagit Performing ArtsCouncil for many years. Through thiscommunity involvement she befriendedwell-known promoter Will Bard, who helpsfind acts for The Conway Muse.

And some fabulous acts there are…Gisla’s personal favorite has been GooseCreek Symphony, headed by CharlieGearheart, who performed in November.She’s also eagerly anticipating Becki Sueand her Big Rockin’ Daddies, who willperform Saturday, May 15, and will have“the whole place hopping!” It’s not just bignames either. The Muse is designed to be acommunity center, so the walls arecurrently covered with wares from localNative American visual artists.

With larger acts and fundraising eventstaking place most weekend evenings, therest of the week is just as busy: improv,music, weddings, open-mic, funerals, danceclasses, nearly-daily yoga (“yoga for peoplewho don’t like yoga,” said Gisla), drummingclasses, theatre, and a special emphasis onmulti-cultural events. The iDiOM Theatrein Bellingham often has performances at theMuse, and the Cody Rivers’ Show visitedearlier this year.

The venue itself is really made up of fourparts: the “Black Box” is a smaller theatre,which intimately seats about 80 people.Upstairs is the “Renaissance Room,” wherelarger shows are performed; holding about150. The “Salon” includes the tavern,serving beer and wine, specialty teas, andsoups. Then there are the grounds,picturesque and visible in the backgroundsof many local wedding photos. The locationcombines to be more than a mom & popoperation, but also a cultural landmark forSkagit Valley.

The Conway Muse is open seven days aweek: 4pm to 10 or 11pm Monday throughFriday, 11am to 11pm on Saturday, and 11amto 4pm on Sunday. All ages are welcome toperformances and events, though of courseno one under the age of 21 is allowed in the“Salon.” Events themselves have varyingprices, ranging from free or nearly free(minimal drop-in fee for the yoga classes!)to up to $30 for the larger events. Gisla iscontinuously updating the schedule at

www.theconwaymuse.com, or the facilitycan be reached at 360-445-3000.

Laurel Larsen lives in Bellingham, likes towrite occasionally, loves to edit, and has anEnglish degree from the University ofWashington.Photo by Elfa Gisla.

Visit the Unique Conway Muse!Visit the Unique Conway Muse!

Saturday, May 1, 8pm: EricTingstad and Nancy Rumbel –Currently celebrating 25 years as aperformance duet, Tingstad’s fingerstyleguitar continuesto blendseamlessly withRumbel’s oboe,English horn,and ocarina.Their debutalbum, “TheGift,” has beena bestselling holiday album for over twodecades.

Saturday, May 15, 8pm: BeckiSue and her Big Rockin’ Daddies– Blues to the Bone - Becki Sue has apowerhouse voicenot to be outdone bythe four musicalDaddies: Jim King onsax, blues harp, andvocals; Tom “T-BoyNeal” Boyle onguitar; Les“Wildchild” White on upright bass; andJeff “Mr. Foundation” Hayes on drums.With dozens of awards under theirbelts, this band is determined to rockthe barn walls and get people moving.

Saturday, May 29, 7:30pm:Reilly and Maloney – David Reillyand Ginny Maloney have been playingguitar andcreating vocalharmonytogether for 40years. Auniquepartnership,these two havea sweet soundand incredible knack for writing andcreating music together.


The Metropolitan Opera’s EmmyAward winning series “The Met: Live inHD” concludes its fourth season and itsfirst season at the historic Lincoln Theatrewith “Armida,” Sat., May 1, 10am. Don’tmiss the chance to experience the Met liveat the Lincoln! Tickets: $22, $18 seniors,$15 students. Festival seating. 712 First St.,Mount Vernon. Info: 336-8955 orwww.lincolntheatre.com.Traditional Jazz Society – Listen anddance to the New Orleans / Dixielandmusic of the Silver Leaf Jazz Band on Sat.,May 1, 2-5pm, at the VFW Hall, 625 N.State St. in Bellingham. Band members are:Chris Tyle – trumpet and cornet, DavidLoomis – trombone, Craig Flory – reeds,Dave Brown – bass, Candace Brown –banjo/guitar, and Benji Bohanon – drums.Admission is $8 members, $6 students, $10non-members. More info: 734-2973,www.btjs.webs.com..Skagit Sacred Music Festival – TheSkagit Sacred Music Festival is a choralfestival featuring church choirs of SkagitValley with guest conductor Janet SkonesHitt of the Skagit Valley Chorale. It will bepresented Sat., May 1, 7pm, at SalemLutheran Church, 2529 N. La Venture Rd.,Mount Vernon. Church choirs participatingin the Festival are Bethany Covenant ofMount Vernon, First United MethodistChurch of Anacortes, First UnitedMethodist of Mount Vernon, LaConnerUnited Methodist Church, and FirstEvangelical Lutheran Church of MountVernon. The festival is sponsored byCantabile of Skagit Valley, a chamber choirwhich will also perform in the festival.Suggested donation is $5. Info: 466-1783.Kulshan Chorus Concert May 1 –The Kulshan Chorus Spring Concert will beheld at 7:30pm on Sat., May 1 atBellingham High School. The chorus will bejoined by Paul Klein and the Atlantics andspecial guest Geof Morgan, in a musicprogram from the Roots of America. The90 voice chorus sings with a heartfelt desirefor peace / human dignity, honoring culturaldiversity and stewardship of the world. Thissummer, some members will embark on aninternational singing tour to Romania.Purchase tickets at Village Books or thedowntown Community Food Co-op, or byphone at 650-6146. Tickets: adults $16,seniors & active military $13, and students(youth under 18) $7. More info:www.kulshanchorus.org or call 676-1218.“Jazz, Jazz, Jazz” – The SkagitCommunity Band presents “Jazz, Jazz,Jazz,” our annual Jazz concert, featuringVocalist Beth Wallace along with the SCBBig Band on Sun., May 2, 3pm, at BrodniakHall in Anacortes. Featuring a musicaltribute to Harry James and BennyGoodman, Earle Hagen’s “HarlemNocturne” and much more. Tickets: $15adult, $10 seniors/students, $30 family,children 12 years & under free whenaccompanied by an adult.www.skagitcommunityband.org.Recital May 2 – WWU Faculty willpresent a recital featuring Lisa McCarthy,

flute, and Jennifer Weeks, oboe, on Sun.,May 2, at 4pm, at the WWU ConcertHall. Works by Ravel, Debussy andMilhaud will be performed. They will beaccompanied by Jeffrey Gilliam, piano, andGene Zoro, clarinet. Free admission. Moreinfo: 676-9521.Mount Baker Theatre presents“Guthrie Family Rides Again”featuring Arlo Guthrie with Abe, Cathy,Annie, Sarah Lee, Johnny Irion and thekids! The Theatre presents legendary folkicon Arlo Guthrie on Sun., May 2, 7:30pm.For the last four decades, Arlo Guthrie hasembodied a spirit of sharing timeless storiesand unforgettable classic songs to audiencesacross the globe. “Guthrie Family RidesAgain” brings four generations of voicestogether on one stage. The entire familywill perform songs they’ve written, learnedtogether and come to love. Along withArlo’s standards, the evening will include aselection of unpublished Woody Guthrielyrics put to music by friends and family.The show features Arlo alongside his sonAbe, who has contributed keyboards andbacking vocals to his father’s live showssince the ‘80s. His daughters Cathy, Annieand Sarah Lee Guthrie, support by singingand accompanying on acoustic guitars.Sarah Lee’s musical partner and husbandJohnny Irion will lead songs and lend hisstalwart guitar playing. The youngestgeneration will join in the fun on selectsongs. Tickets: $42, $35 & $20 plusapplicable fees. Tickets/info: 734-6080 or

www.mountbakertheatre.com. Sponsoredby CH2MHill and Ebenal General. The 2009-10 season sponsor is The BellinghamHerald. The Theatre receives support from aTourism Facilities Grant from the City ofBellingham, and is supported by grants fromWhatcom County, the Washington State ArtsCommission and the NEA.

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Bellingham Music Club – Theprogram on Wed., May 5, 10:30am, atFaith Lutheran Church, Northwest Ave.and McLeod Rd. will feature the LenaMontgomery H.S. Vocal Awards recipientsand Nicholas Bussard H.S. InstrumentalAwards recipients. Vocal Award winnersare: Laura “Lizzie” Overstreet (1st), AlecSmith (2nd), and Michelle Berry (3rd).Instrumental Award winners are: AlexHoelzen, flute (1st), Corin Droullard, horn(2nd), and Roman Yearian, violin (3rd, notattending). The Ethel Crook String Awardgoes to Jacquelynn Meaker, guitar and IvanMurphy, cello (tie). The Martin KuuskmannWoodwind Award goes to Janna Mulder,bassoon. Next meeting is June 2 featuringPianist Judy Widrig, with the spring teafollowing the program. More info: 671-0252, www.bellinghammusicclub.org. Special Events at Boundary Bay –Wed., May 5, 4-8pm: Cinco de Mayo inthe beer garden (no cover). Sun., May 9:Mother’s Day Brunch in the beer garden.Wed., May 26: Yogoman’s Wild Rumpusbegins with the Yogoman Burning Band at8pm (all ages ‘til 10pm; $7 cover in the beergarden). Thurs., May 27, 8:30pm: TrailerWars presents the best of Trailer Wars at8:30pm in the beer garden (all ages, nocover). Ski to Sea Weekend! Sat., May29, 4pm: Grow Northwest launch party;later, enjoy music by Boss Rhino, The DT’sand Kinski ($8 cover). Sun., May 30, 9pm:Flowmotion in the beer garden ($12 cover).More info: www.bbaybrewery.com.Senior Recital – Sydney Schlotterbackpresents a Senior Recital featuring flute &recorder, solo & ensemble, on Sat., May 8,4pm, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2117Walnut St., Bellingham. Free admission;donations appreciated in support of theSqualicum High School band program.Bayshore Symphony Concerts –SMTA first-prize winning piano soloistChristopher Chalaka plays Grieg “PianoConcerto Op. 16, mvt. 1,” headlining ourClassical Pops Concert. Also: “TheSorcerer’s Apprentice,” “Finlandia,” plusGliere and Anderson. Kathleen AshBarraclough conducts. Performances areSat., May 8, 7:30pm at St. Paul’s EpiscopalChurch, 415 S. 18th St., Mount Vernon,and on Sun., May 9, 3pm at Central

Lutheran Church, 925 N. Forest St.,Bellingham. Suggested donation is $10. Info: www.bayshoremusicproject.com or724-7300.Pianist and Harpsichordist MarijaIlic May 8 – The Western WashingtonUniversity Department of Music will hostpianist and harpsichordist Marija Ilic on Sat.,May 8, 8pm in the Performing Arts Center(PAC) Concert Hall. Called a “clear anddecisive musician,” “compelling,” and“poetic” by The New York Times, Ilic’sevening program features a harpsichordrecital of Bach’s “Goldberg Variations.”Tickets: $16, $13 seniors, $9 students, 650-6146 or www.tickets.wwu.edu. Info: 650-3130.Mother’s Day Recital – MichaelRefvem, grand prize winner at WesternWashington University’s (WWU) concertocompetition, will give a Mother’s Day recitalSun., May 9, 4pm, at WWU PerformingArts Center, featuring Bach’s “PartitaNo.2,” Mozart’s “Sonata No. 3,”Schumann’s “Carnaval, Op 9” andProkofiev’s “Sonata No. 7, Op 8.” Michaelis an exciting young pianist with thepotential to become a top-ranked virtuosoin his chosen field. He is a pianoperformance major at WWU, where he is astudent of Professor Jeffrey Gilliam, andlives an active musical lifestyle as soloist,accompanist and ensemble player in theBellingham area. He has been a prizewinner at the Washington State MusicalEducators Association competitions in 2007and 2008.George Thorogood and theDestroyers perform at the Mount BakerTheatre on Mon., May 10, 8pm inBellingham. George Thorogood and theDestroyers came out of Delaware in the‘70s as a jarringly high-energy bunch whoseraucous, slide guitar-stoked, blues-rock takeon tunes by Chuck Berry, Elmore James,John Lee Hooker and Bo Diddley propelledtheir career. Their gold albums include1982’s “Bad to the Bone” (the title track isThorogood’s best-known composition andits video became a staple on MTV) and1988’s Born to Be Bad. Their 33 yearstogether includes such swaggering bluesrock hits as “You Talk Too Much,” “Move ItOn Over,” “One Bourbon, One Scotch,One Beer,” and “Who Do You Love?”Tickets: $45 & $35. Classic Rock 92.9KISM is partnering with the Theatre for thisevent. The Theatre receives support from aTourism Facilities Grant from the City ofBellingham, and grants from WhatcomCounty, the Washington State ArtsCommission and the NEA. Info/tickets:www.mountbakertheatre.com, 734-6080.“Here’s to the Women!” –Songwriter Linda Allen will be celebratingthe release of her ninth recording, “Here’sto the Women!,” with a multi-mediapresentation, sponsored by Inquiring Mindof Humanities Washington, at theWhatcom Museum, Thurs., May 13,12:30pm. Her presentation explores thesilencing and the raising up of women’svoices on the long road to Suffrage, as

women celebrate one hundred years of thevote in Washington State. This Brown Bagprogram is sponsored by Village Books. Formore info, visit www.lindasongs.com,www.whatcommuseum.org, or call 778-8930.What-a-Sho – Bellingham High SchoolDrama & Music Departments will presentthe annual “What-a-Sho” on Thurs., May13 and Fri,, May 14 at 7:30pm in thetheatre. Tickets are $5 and will be availableat the door one hour before the shows. TheBHS “What-a-Sho” is a long-time traditionthat has been part of the school’s culturesince the late 1930’s.The Bellingham Sings ChoralCommunity Presents “A ChoralTapestry” – The four Bellingham Singsensembles – Allegra, Sarabande,Norwesters, and Whatcom Sound JazzSingers – offer something for everyone,from a haunting Brazilian lullaby to JohnRutter’s swing arrangement of aShakespeare text, the 50’s hits “YellowBird” and “Fever” to modern arrangementsof Latin mass texts, a humorous Irish folksong arranged by chorister LanaMountford, and many other musicaldelights on Fri., May 14, 7:30pm, at Christthe Servant Lutheran Church, 2600Lakeway, Bellingham. Tickets: $12 general,$10 student/senior. More info:www.bellinghamsings.com or 676-1024.

In May: a March – aMarriage – a Mystery!

The Pacific Arts Association is proudto present the wonderful WhatcomSymphony Orchestra in concert in ourown Blaine Performing Arts Center onSat., May 8, 7:30pm. This is the nightbefore Mother’s Day, and attendingwould be an excellent way for the wholefamily to celebrate! The program willinclude a march (Sousa), a marriage(Mozart), and a mystery (TheComposer is Dead - “A LemonySnicket” story – complete with narratorDoug Zwick). Throw in a littleBeethoven, Briggs, Sibelius, and ColePorter, and you’ll have a terrific eveningof great music and entertainment. TheWhatcom Symphony Orchestra, led byRoger Briggs, is the resident orchestra atBellingham’s historic Mount BakerTheatre. Most concerts draw close to1300 people and often sell out thetheatre’s capacity of 1500. We areprivileged to have them performing inour own Blaine PAC. Bring the wholefamily and celebrate moms with thisfantastic lineup of great music! Get yourtickets early – concert sells out quickly.Tickets available atwww.pacificartsassoc.org; the BlaineVisitor Center; the Pacific BuildingCenter; the Semiahmoo Resort Gift &Coffee Shop; and Village Books. Info:676-5740 or [email protected].



Guitar Setup and MaintenanceClasses at Mountain View LuthierSchool – Learn the tools and techniquesrequired to obtain the most playability outof your instrument in classroom demos tobe presented on Sat., May 15 in Everson byLuthier R.J. Fulton & co-owner BillSoderlind. Noon: “Fret Leveling andDressing” is an art that requires skill andpatience. Specialty tools and techniques arediscussed. 1pm: “Nut and Saddle Making” isa hands-on demo of fabrication, and theeffect different materials play on tone. 2pm:“Acoustic and Electric Guitar Set-Up”explores the relationships between theguitar’s neck, nut and saddle and how theyaffect the instrument’s overall playability.$75 per class, $150 3-class series.Info/register: 305-0278,[email protected] Pyle at Nancy’s Farm –Chuck Pyle returns to Nancy’s Farm onSun., May 16, 2pm, with a new CD, TheSpaces in Between. He sees what’s bestabout America, writing songs about lovelost and love found, forgetful cowboys,heroic highway patrolmen, and brain stemsgone critical. This is his 11th album,featuring twelve all-new songs, each withfinger-style guitar out front of a crackerjackrhythm section (www.chuckpyle.com).Suggested donation is $15. Nancy’s Farm islocated at 2030 E. Smith Rd. More info:966-4640, 734-0561,www.nancysfarm.com.

Marley’s Ghost plays roots music inArlington – Champions of roots musicfrom across the globe, Marley's Ghostbrings many years of experience, excellentharmonies, and a new collection of old timecountry and rock-n-roll to Arlington for a2pm matinee Sun., May 16 at the ByrnesPerforming Arts Center at Arlington HighSchool, 18821 Crown Ridge Blvd, off SR 9,a couple miles south of historic downtownArlington and just five miles off I-5. Ticketsare $15 at www.byrnesperformingarts.org.More info: 360-403-3448. Presented byArlington Arts Council with financialassistance from Arlington’s Lodging TaxGrant program.Bellingham House Concerts –Western Washington Scholarship Studentswill perform in a Talented Youth Showcaseon Sun., May 16, 3pm, at a location TBA.Tickets are $15 in advance only, and thereis limited seating. Info & tickets: 671-6104,email: [email protected].

Johansson & Det Startka Bandetcome to The Conway Muse on Wed.,May 19, 8pm. Martin Johansson and hisfolk-rock band are visiting the Northwest allthe way from Gothenburg, Sweden. Theirlatest album Amerikat, is a “rock opera”about a young emigrant and seeks thebeautiful spot between American andSwedish folk music and song writing, and issung in both English and Swedish. Ticketsat www.brownpapertickets.com, 800-838-3006. More info:www.theconwaymuse.com.Pianist Petronel Malan May 19 –The Western Washington UniversityDepartment of Music will host a Ford HillPiano Scholarship Recital featuring Petronel

Mala on Wed., May 19, 8pm in thePerforming Arts Center Concert Hall. Theprogram will include works by Haydn,Heller, Griffes, Rachmaninoff, and Liszt.Tickets: $16, $13 seniors, $9 students, 650-6146 or www.tickets.wwu.edu. Malanwill conduct a master class on May 28, 4-6pm in the PAC Concert Hall. More info:650-3130.Third Thursday Local Music Seriespresents Auriemma – Auriemma is aduo from Bellingham that consists of RichieAuriemma and Elizabeth Elton. They playoriginal songs and maybe, if you behave,some you might know. Richie plays guitar,mandolin, dobro, and sings while Elizabeth



makes it all come together with her stellarviolin playing. Join us at the downtownBellingham Food Co-op’s Swan Cafe onThurs., May 20, 6-8pm. Free. 1220 N.Forest St. Info: 734-8158,www.communityfood.coop.Steven Bryant in May 20 Concert –The Western Washington University Wind

Symphony will feature guest artist StevenBryant on Thurs., May 20, 8pm in thePerforming Arts Center Concert Hall. Theconcert will feature “Ecstatic Waters,” anew work by Steven Bryant, an activecomposer and conductor with a diversecatalog of works. The piece was written foracoustic wind instruments and electronicsounds generated from a laptop computer.The Symphony will also play “LincolnshirePosy” by Percy Grainger. Free, open to thepublic. Disability accommodations: 650-6146 or visit www.tickets.wwu.edu.Ken Pickard & Zydeco Explosionreturn to The Conway Muse for another“Louisianathon” dance party on Sat., May22. Dance to this very high-energy groupwho play new, old, and some very oldauthentic Zydeco music: waltzes, two-steps, R&B Clifton Chenier-style Zydeco,and more modern styles as well. MaryleeLykes will conduct a Zydeco workshopbefore the dance begins at 7:30pm.Whether you dance to Zydeco or not,other dance styles, like swing, the hippieshake or even hip-hop rocks with the musicof Zydeco Explosion. Tickets ($12) availableat www.BrownPaperTickets.com, 800-838-3006. More info:445-3000,www.TheConwayMuse.com.Cheryl Jewell Headlines theRockfish Grill – Discover theexceptional talent of Northwest jazzvocalist Cheryl Jewell at the Rockfish Grillin Anacortes, 320 Commercial Ave., Sat.,May 22, 9pm to midnight (no covercharge). Accompanied by Bellingham’sSaltwater Octet under the direction ofMark Kelly, a night of standards and stellarvocal/horn arrangements will dazzle fans ofboth Cheryl and the Octet. New PaulSorensen arrangements have been addedjust for this show! More info: 588-1720, orwww.anacortesrockfish.com orwww.cheryljewell.com.

Sisters Performing for Young SoloistConcert – The Skagit Symphony isdelighted to spotlight two of its own for theYoung Soloist Concert on Sun., May 23 at2pm at McIntyre Hall in Mount Vernon.Christina and Ruth Buckingham, violinistswith the orchestra, have been chosen as the2010 Young Soloists and will be performingBach’s “Concerto for Two Violins.”Christina Buckingham joined the orchestrain 2005 and her sister Ruth joined a yearlater. The young women are part of afamily of musicians that includes threeother siblings – Amy (principal cello and2008 Young Soloist), Grace (viola), and D.J.(trumpet). Written between 1717 and 1723the Double Violin Concerto is consideredone the best examples of the work of thelate Baroque period. In addition to theconcerto, the repertoire for the YoungSoloist Concert includes Vaughan-William’s“English Folk Song Suite” and Schumann’s“Symphony No. 3.” Tickets for the YoungSoloist Concert are available through theMcIntyre Hall box office by calling 866-624-6897 or online at www.McIntyreHall.org. Prices range from $22-$35 withdiscounts for seniors, students and militarypersonnel. For more info call 848-9336 orvisit www.SkagitSymphony.com.Organ Concert – Mount Baker TheatreOrgan Society presents Professor HokumW. Jeebs, a one-man musical theater, onSun., May 23, at 2pm at the Mount BakerTheatre. Out of his trunk emerge sucheccentric instruments as a toy piano, saw,tuba muffler and snorkel. He sings andplays from an amazingly eclectic repertoirethat ranges from classical warhorses toobscure popular songs and good oldAmerican ragtime. He will present a short“silent” as part of his program. Suggesteddonation $10, under 18 free. Info:www.mountbakertoshome.com.WWU Concert Choir Joins WWUOrchestra to perform “ChichesterPsalms” on Mon., May 24, 8pm in thePerforming Arts Center Concert Hall.“Chichester Psalms” is a contemporarychoral/orchestral masterpiece that featuresa delightful mixture of rhythmic and lyricalelements,” said Leslie Guelker-Cone,WWU professor of Music and director ofChoral Activities & Coordinator of VocalStudies. “Its intriguing blend of classical andmusical theater ideas makes it bothcompelling and accessible.” Free, open tothe public. Info: 650-3130.



Three WWU Choirs to PerformMay 25 – Western WashingtonUniversity’s University Choir, AdvancedWomen’s Chorale, and Western Voices willeach perform on Tues., May 25, 8pm in thePerforming Arts Center Concert Hall. Ahighlight of the program will be aperformance by the Choir, an ensemble of110 voices. They will sing “Missa Electica,”five settings of the “Ordinary of the Mass”by five different composers of differentcenturies. Free, open to public. Info: 650-6146.Henry Rollins: “Frequent FlyerTour” at Mount Baker Theatre –Seattle Theatre Group presents “FrequentFlyer Tour” on Fri., May 28, 8pm.Following Black Flag’s breakup in 1986,Henry Rollins has been busy, recordingalbums with the Rollins Band, writing booksand poetry, performing spoken word tours,writing a magazine column in Details, actingin several movies, and appearing on radioprograms. Tickets $24, additional feesapply. Reserved seating. Tickets available atthe Theatre’s box office, 734-6080 orwww.mountbakertheatre.com. Info:www.henryrollins.com orwww.stgpresents.org.Music on the Green on Ski to SeaSunday – Fairhaven Neighbors, inconjunction with the Old FairhavenAssociation, again presents Music on theGreen, as part of the Fairhaven Festival onSki to Sea Sunday, May 30, from 11am-5pm, featuring the Bellingham Youth JazzBand, the Sehome High School Choir, theSqualicum High School Jazz Band, theBellingham High School ShowstoppersChorus, What the Chelm, and theMotown Cruisers. Attendees areencouraged to park at the south WWU“C” parking lot (West College Way and BillMcDonald Parkway) and take the shuttle toFairhaven, which begins at 12 noon andruns every 10-15 minutes. Bring blankets orlow chairs and relax on the Village Greenwith some great music. Admission is free.More info: Elinor Pravda, 756-1220,[email protected] of Jazz Series – The Jazz Projectpresents the Kathy Kosins Quartet on Sun.,May 30, 4-6:30pm, at The AmadeusProject, 1209 Cornwall Ave. in downtownBellingham. Performing will be KathyKosins vocals, Bill Anschell piano, JeffJohnson bass, and Jud Sherwood drums.Tickets are $15 or free for Jazz Projectmembers. Sponsored by Conoco PhillipsMatching Grants. More info:www.jazzproject.org or 650-1066.Whatcom Chorale Concert – Theninety voices of the Whatcom Chorale,conducted by Artistic Director DeborahBrown, will present an evening of sacredmusic for choir and orchestra, includingFranz Schubert’s “Mass No. 2 in G,”Gustav Holst’s “Psalm 86” and “Psalm148,” and Gabriel Fauré’s “Cantique deJean Racine” on Sat., June 5, 7:30pm atFirst Congregational Church, Bellingham.Adults $15, Students & Seniors $12, age

18 & under $5. Tickets available at PiperMusic, Village Books, The Greenhouse,Everybody’s Store, Downtown BellinghamPartnership Office and at the door. Moreinfo: 738-7166, www.whatcomchorale.orgMasters of the Celtic Harp atLummi Congregational Church –Two of Ireland and Scotland’s best knownharp players are performing on Sun., June6, 1:30pm, 3913 Legoe Bay Rd. GrainneHambly from Ireland’s Mayo County andWilliam Jackson from Glasgow will present“Two Sides of the Celtic Harp” in a concertfeaturing their dynamic blend of harp styles.Ms. Hambly’s lightning quick renditions ofthe traditional Irish dance music hasbecome the hallmark of her style. Jackson isone of the founding members of theScottish supergroup, Ossian. He made harpone of the cornerstones of the band’sarrangements. Tickets $12; under 12 free.Bellingham Chamber Choralepresents “Baltic Elegies” by TõnuKõrvits (a world premiere), on Sun., June6, 3pm, at Christ the Servant LutheranChurch, 2600 Lakeway Drive. Tickets are$15 adults and seniors, $10 under 18,available at Community Food Co-op, PiperMusic, Village Books orwww.brownpapertickets.com. More info:www.bellinghamchamberchorale.org.

ONGOING• Boundary Bay Brewery – Mon.:Bluegrass Mondays with the Polecats, 8:30-10pm, 21+, no cover. Tues.: Jazz Jam in thetap room, 8:30-11:30pm (open mic at9:30pm), sponsored by The Jazz Project, $1cover. Wed.: Yogoman’s Wild Rumpus (beginsMay 26). Thurs.: Happy Hour Beer-B-Q inthe beer garden, 4-6pm ($5 burgers,bratwurst, and veggie options; live music; foodserved ‘til 8pm). Fish Fry Fridays: starting dateTBA, fish & chips in the garden, live music.Sun.: Trivia Night, 5pm, starting date TBA.More info: 647-5593. 1107 Railroad Ave.,Bellingham. www.bbaybrewery.com.• The Conway Muse – Skagit County’sPremier Showcase Performance Space!“Museful Nights” Open Mic every Wed. at7pm (signup at 6:30pm). Players, singers,writers, poets, comedy, all types of performingarts are welcome. $5. Live Music Wed., Fri.,Sat. & Sun. More info: 445-3000,www.theconwaymuse.com.

• Fairhaven Pub & Martini Bar – Mon.:Open Mic with Chuck Dingee, sign-up at7:30pm, starts at 8pm, featured act at8:30pm. No Open Mic on May 31. Fri. andSat.: Live Music.• Honey Moon – Every Wed.: Open Mic.Every Thurs.: The Naked Hearts. Fri. & Sat.:Live music. Music starts at 8:30pm. 1053 N.State St. Alley (access off the alley behindPepper Sisters restaurant), Bellingham. Hours:Tues.-Sun., 5-11pm. More info: 734-0728.• Music Kitchen – Fun Group PianoLessons for Adults – Spring classes formingnow. Lessons are offered at the Burlington,Sedro-Woolley and Anacortes Senior Centers(and possibly Bellingham). Cost: $12.50 or $15per one-hour class. More info: Sally at 856-4938 or [email protected].• Rockfish Grill – Live music every Wed.,6-9pm and Thurs., 8-11pm; Jazz, Blues andAmerican Roots acts Fri. & Sat., 9-midnight.320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. www.anacortesrockfish.com.• Skagit Valley Casino Resort WinnersLounge – Live Music Fri. & Sat., 9pm-1am.More info: 877-275-2448,www.theskagit.com.• Skylark’s Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlorin Fairhaven – Acoustic Casual Jazz everyThurs., Fri. & Sat. at 8pm (except May 6);Irish Session on Sun. at 7pm. Our shows arealways all ages and no cover. 1308 EleventhSt. Call 715-3642 for schedule.• Star Bar in Anacortes – Live Music &Entertainment Fridays and Saturdays. Dining& Lounge open Tues.-Sat., 3pm-close. HappyHour Tues.-Sat., 3-6pm. Info: 293-2120,www.starbaranacortes.com.• Stuart’s at the Market – First Fri. of themonth, Swil Kanim, 7-9pm; Last Sat. of themonth, Brother Dalton’s Euphonic Elixir, 3:30-5:30pm. Bellingham Public Market, 1530Cornwall Ave. More info: 714-0800 or visitwww.stuartscoffee.com.• Three Trees Coffee – Open Mic everyTues., 7pm; Live Music Fri. & Sat. nights,8pm. Open Tues.-Fri., 4-10pm and Sat.,10am-11pm. 118 W. Holly St., Bellingham,www.threetreescoffee.com.• Tivoli – Bar Tabac plays the 1st Wed. ofevery month. Open Tues.-Sun., 4:30-9:30pm.1317 Commercial St., downtown Bellingham,594-4313.• Village Inn – Karaoke every Fri., 9pm.3020 Northwest Ave., Bellingham, 734-2490.


by Christopher KeyWestern Washington University Theatre

Department’s upcoming production of“The Miracle Worker” is something of amiracle in itself. Because of the recentBroadway production, amateurperformance licenses for William Gibson’splay have been on hold. Fortunately,WWU got an application in just before thesuspension went into effect and the licensewas granted. The Broadway revival hassince closed, somewhat unexpectedly.

The script was first produced in 1957 forthe legendary television program Playhouse90. It went on to Broadway in a productionstarring Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke,who repeated their roles in the 1962 film. Ithas become one of the most familiar scriptsin American theatre and thereby lies achallenge.

“Most of us over 40 probably rememberthe film, which was shot in black-and-white,” said director Patrick Dizney.“Everyone’s seen the film and the material’sdated. Then, we have dogs, we have kids,

and we have water on the stage. Iwanted to get that out front and notpretend those aren’t challenges.”

Dizney and his theatre students aren’tflinching.

“The story is more than just ateacher-pupil relationship,” Dizney said.“It’s set in the Reconstruction periodafter the Civil War. Of course, it’s aboutHelen Keller learning to speak, but it’s alsoabout human beings unlocking the potentialin each other.”

There is also the major acting challengeof portraying the deaf and blind Keller.

“What we have with a person that ispre-lingually deaf and blind is a world ofperception,” Dizney said. “To take a personfrom a perceptual to a conceptual worldrequires a different mode of thought.Actors have to start with what they know,experientially. What is it like when we closeour eyes and can only use other senses?There is a difference between being deaf

and blind and portraying such aperson onstage.”

“The Miracle Worker” is partof WWU’s EducationalOutreach Program and will beperformed for restrictedaudiences in area elementaryschools.

“That’s one of the reasonswe chose this show,” Dizneysaid. “We wanted to bringsome understanding andtolerance for physical handicapsto that audience.”

A continuing challenge for any theatreprogram is attracting audiences to showsother than comedies and musicals.

“I think people sometimes forget thateven the heaviest dramas have moments ofhumor in them,” Dizney said. “That’s whathelps make the characters real.”

Dizney has recruited a recent theatregraduate to teach the cast how to sign anda well-known fight choreographer for thoselegendary battles between Helen andAnnie.

“The Miracle Worker” opens May 13 atthe WWU Performing Arts Center mainstage and runs through May 23. Thursday –Saturday performances are at 7:30pm andSunday matinees on the 16th and 23rd areat 2pm. General admission is $12, seniorsand WWU faculty/staff $10, and students$9. Tickets may be purchased online atwww.tickets.wwu.edu or by calling (360)650-2945.

Christopher Key is an actor and director wholives in Bellingham and writes to help supporthis theatrical addiction.

Expect Miracles –WWU Tackles Classic Story

Helen Keller, played by Marina Purdy, receivesinstruction from Annie Sullivan, played by NoelWamsley in WWU's production of The Miracle

Worker. Photos by Anna White.

“Of course, it’s aboutHelen Keller learning tospeak, but it’s also abouthuman beings unlocking

the potential in each other.”– Patrick Dizney, Director


“Taffeta Memories” at theRiverBelle Dinner Theatre – It’salmost a half century later, and TheTaffetas are still crooning the hits of the1950’s! Kaye, Peggy, Cheryl and Donna areall grown up now and perform their hitsfrom the Off-Broadway musical, this timelooking back at their great career as a mid-century girl group! The show runs throughMay 22, every Fri. & Sat. evening. Doorsopen at 6:30pm. $40 dinner & show, or$20 dessert & show. 100 E. Montgomery,Mount Vernon. More info: 336-3012 orwww.riverbelledinnertheatre.com.Theatre in The Round Comes toBellingham – The hilarious Neil Simonplay, “The Odd Couple, Female Version”will be presented in the round at the BarnTheatre in Sudden Valley. If you enjoyfeeling good when you leave a theatre, thenthis show is for you. The experienceddirector, Jim Nelson, has taken the geniusof Neil Simon in this production andpresented it for maximum enjoyment withevery seat a good seat. This show is a mustsee. Don’t miss it. Performances concludeon Sat., May 1, 7pm, and Sun., May 2,2pm, at the Dance Barn, Gate 2, SuddenValley. Tickets (adults $10 / $8 children andseniors) available at Village Books, PiperMusic, and at the door. Info: 756-9916,www.TheBarnTheatre.org.

Sehome Drama Presents “Lend Mea Tenor” – Tonight, September of 1934,is the biggest night in the history of theCleveland Grand Opera Company. Theworld famous tenor Tito Merelli is toperform Otello, his greatest role, at the galaseason opener. The only problem is thatthrough a hilarious series of mishaps, “IlStupendo” is given a double dose oftranquilizers which mix with the alcohol hehas consumed and he passes out. Saunders,the General Manager, and his assistant Maxmistakenly pronounce him dead and musttry to solve this problem without ruiningthe show and destroying their careers.Come join the Sehome Little Theatre,under the direction of Vicki Chaney, for anight of mistaken identity, double entendresand innuendos that are sure to leaveaudiences teary-eyed with laughter. Showtimes are Fri., April 30 and Sat., May 1 at7:30pm; and Sun., May 2 at 2pm at theSehome Little Theatre. Tickets are $5 forstudents and seniors, $8 for adults. Moreinfo: http://sehomedrama.weebly.com/season.html.“Two Gentlemen of Verona”concludes May 1-2 – WesternWashington University’s Department ofTheatre Arts concludes its performances of“Two Gentlemen of Verona,” one ofShakespeare’s earliest plays, directed byWWU Theatre professor Maureen

O’Reilly May 1 & 2 in the Old MainTheater. Performance times are 7:30pm onSat., May 1 and 2pm on Sun., May 2.Tickets: $12, $10 seniors, $9 WWU faculty,staff & students, available at the WWUBox Office, 650-6146 andwww.tickets.wwu.edu. Box Office hoursare 11am-5pm, Mon.-Sat., and one hourprior to performance. More info: 650-3876or www.wwu.edu/theatre.“Noises Off!” – Lynden PerformingArts Guild presents “Noises Off!” at theClaire vg Thomas Theatre, Dutch VillageMall, 655 Front St., #13, Lynden.Performance dates are May 5-8, 13-15, and20-22 at 7:30pm and May 16 & 23 at 2pm.

Bard on the Beach Pre-season Events: Getting Ready for a Summer of Shakespeare

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival is getting ready for their 2010 season (June 3-Sept. 25) with a couple of pre-season events designed to enrich the patron’s experience.These include a free lecture and a Monday night series offering screenings of interestingfilm versions of this summer’s plays.

Shakespeare 101: An Introduction to Shakespeare and Elizabethan Theatre onWed., May 19, 7:30pm, at Simon Fraser University at Harbour Centre, 515 W.Hastings Street, Rooms 1400-1430. Simon Fraser University’s Dr. Paul Budra will offeran informative and engaging overview of Shakespeare’s time and his work. A repeat oflast summer’s well-received on-site event, the lecture will cover: life in Shakespeare’sLondon, the roots of Elizabethan drama, the playhouses, the staging and theatricalconventions of the period, and the vitality of Shakespeare’s language. The event is freebut pre-registration through the Bard Box Office is required as seating is limited.

Bard on Screen at Vancity Theatre: Vancity Theatre, in conjunction with Bard onthe Beach, is pleased to showcase film versions of this year’s plays on four Mondays inMay. The evenings will start at 6:30pm with a brief introduction by a Bard companymember and will conclude with a post-movie discussion. Vancity Theatre, 1181 SeymourSt., Price is $10 ($8 students/seniors). Tickets available online at: www.vifc.org or at thedoor. May 3: Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Kenneth Branagh. May 17: Antonyand Cleopatra, Jon Scoffield’s film of Trevor Nunn’s 1974 stage production. May 24:Chimes at Midnight, a rare screening of Orson Welles’ masterly film about John Falstaff,which draws from both parts of “Henry IV,” as well as from “Henry V,” “Richard II” and“The Merry Wives of Windsor.” This summer Bard will be staging “Falstaff,” a newadaptation that blends “Henry IV, Parts I & II.” May 31: Henry V, directed by KennethBranagh.

Tickets for the 21st season are on sale now at their freshly redesigned website:www.bardonthebeach.org, or by phone at 604-739-0559 or 1-877-739-0559.

Performances run Tues. through Sun. Evening curtain is at 8pm, except Sundayevenings and from Sept. 8 on, when curtain time moves earlier to 7pm. Matinees arescheduled on selected weekends and weekdays. See website for full schedule.

Play ticket prices include taxes and reflect the introduction of the HST. Shows in Juneare $35.50 (evenings) and $18.75 to $29.50 (previews & matinees). Shows July 1 toSept. 25 are $38 (evenings) and $20 to $31.50 (previews & matinees). Prices for SpecialEvents can be found on the Bard website. Advance booking is recommended as manyperformances sell out in advance.



by Christopher KeyIf “The Wizard of Oz” wasn’t the first

movie I ever saw, it was certainly the mostmemorable and oft-repeated ritual ofgrowing up in the 1950s. Apparently, it haslost none of its charm over the years sinceit’s still drawing audiences more reliablythan almost any other stage show. Not tomention the spin-offs.

The children’s novel on which the movieand stage play are based was written by L.Frank Baum in 1900. The movie came outin 1939 and made a star out of the late JudyGarland, among others. Not many storieshave the staying power of this one.

Northwest Washington Theatre Groupis planning the latest production, to bepresented at the Mount Baker Theatre onMay 21 and 22. Kristi Thies directs thisversion.

“We are a family friendly theater,” shesaid. “All our musicals can be enjoyed by allages and we keep them very clean. “TheWizard of Oz” welcomes a familyaudience, but also lets us cast a widevariety of ages with such a big cast.”

Rehearsals started early in March andone of the big challenges is all the technicalwizardry.

“We’ve had several discussions oncreating smoke, fire illusions,disappearances for the Good and BadWitches and the flying of the balloon,”Thies said. “Larry Murray (NWTGpresident) does all the tech stuff. He’s beenmeeting with the fire department to set upour special effects.”

Thies believes in enjoying the process asmuch as the result.

“It is a lot of work for just two shows,yet in the Mount Baker Theatre we canseat enough people for 4 or 5 shows at ahigh school auditorium,” she said. “I tell thecast to really enjoy the experience of therehearsals and putting the show together sothat, also, becomes a big part of the fun andtheater experience.”

Some technical expertise is almost asgood as a pair of ruby slippers. Speaking ofwhich, costumer Rosie Carter has prepareda surprise that even the director doesn’tknow about.

“These shoes are made from leatherheels and are designed to be worn,” Cartersaid. “The shoes are covered withapproximately 1,800 6MM sequins laid inthe same pattern as the original slippers

Munchkins: Maya Helms, Zarah Manju, AshlynCearns, Kylie Russell, Taylor LeMay and

Cecelia Coward

The role ofDorothy isplayed by

MichelleBerry and theScarecrow is

Cliff Thies.

Owls: Josiah Robertson, LucasAssink and Kylie Russell.

Yellow Bricks Beckon –


from the movie. All sequins have beenanchored with special flexible leather gluethat allows for full mobility of the foot. Thebows are made of rigid felt, cut to the exactsame size as the original slippers and arecovered with red Swarovski Rhinestones,and vintage ruby bungle beads that closelymatch the originals.”

Everybody on the NWTG board pitchesin for one of their productions.

“Patti Assink (secretary) and RosieCarter (treasurer) had several costumesready to go for fittings as soon as we putour cast together,” Thies said. “Our othernew board member is Diane Loomos andshe’s working hard to raise money so wecan have a theater to call our own someday soon.”

Northwest Washington Theatre Group’sproduction of “The Wizard of Oz” playsFriday, May 21, and Saturday, May 22, 7:30p.m. at the Mount Baker Theatre. Ticketsrange from $15 to $24 and may be reserved

by calling the MBT box office at (360) 734-6080. For more information, seewww.nwtg.org.

Rumor has it that the next NWTGproduction will be “The Pajama Game,”coming to the Blaine PAC this fall.

Christopher Key is an actor and director wholives in Bellingham and writes to help supporthis theatrical addiction.Photos by Peter Thies, intern at Joshua GrayPhotography in Lynden.

Mount Baker Film Festival – MountBaker High School presents its first annualfilm festival. High school students fromWhatcom and Skagit County are welcometo participate by submitting their own 5 to15 minute short film. Deadline for filmsubmission is May 7, delivered to theMount Baker High School office by 4pm.Details and rules for submissions can beacquired through the Mount Baker HighSchool office, or the Mount Baker HighSchool media club. Submission fee is $10.The Film Festival will be held on Fri., May14, 7pm. Admission is $8 at the door.Students can win trophies and prizes fortheir films. Films judged by audiencemembers. So bring a friend and enjoy anevening of the imagination. Info: 383-2015.

“The MBT staff is reallygreat at making us feel

welcome and helping to makeour show a success.” – KristiThies, Wizard of Oz director

The Poppies are Isabelle Bushue,Daria Pemberton, Sidney Balfour,Jenna Morrison, Sonora Powell,Ashlyn Cearns, Cara Carpenter,Taylor LeMay, Audrey Moreau andCecilia Coward.

NWTG Brings The Wizard


Hula-Hoop Dance Workout – Thehottest workout in the world is offered herein Bellingham by Ms. B.! Weekly classes areheld at: Butterfly Life (Sunnyland Sq., 2460James St.), Belltower Studio (1430 N.Garden St.), and Firehouse PerformingArts Center (Fairhaven). Have fun and getfit! More info: www.hoopingallure.com,[email protected], 820-5100.Free Workshop at Joy of PilatesStudio – Mon., May 3, 6:30pm: Dr. HollieLevine, Naturopathic Physician – Comelearn about Naturopathic health. She willanswer your questions on women’s health,cancer, food options, etc. Must RSVP. Joyof Pilates Studio is located at SqualicumHarbor, 22 Harbor Mall, Bellingham. Moreinfo: 224-1433, www.joyofpilates.net.Fall Prevention Class Offered – TheBellingham Senior Activity Center ishosting a Fall Prevention Class in May,stressing balance and agility exercises.Classes are held Tues. and Thurs. mornings.More info: 733-4030, ext. 47015, or callStu Currier at 920-3806.LifeQuest Classes – St. JosephHospital’s LifeQuest program offers thefollowing classes and screenings in May:Fasting Cholesterol Lipid Panel plusGlucose, Sat., May 8, 7-9am ($25 forcholesterol or $32.50 with added glucose);Simple Steps to a Healthy Blood Pressure,Tues., May 18, 6-7pm ($18); VegetarianEating Basics, Tues., May 25, 6-8pm ($23).Pre-registration required for all programs.More info: 788-6720.Whatcom Community CollegeHealth & Fitness Classes for Mayinclude “Pilates: Beyond Beginning” startingMay 10 (5 sessions, $59), “Gentle Tai Chi &QiGong” starting May 18 (5 sessions, $45),“QiGong for Health & Longevity” startingMay 25 (4 sessions, $39), and “Tai Chi”starting May 25 (4 sessions, $69). Toregister, call 383-3200 or visitwww.whatcomcommunityed.com.

Third Annual Gluten Free FoodFair – To celebrate National CeliacAwareness Month, the Bellingham PublicMarket, Terra Organica and the BellinghamGluten Intolerance Group (BGIG) arehosting a Gluten Free Food Fair on Sat.,May 15, 11am-3pm, 1530 Cornwall Ave.This free event will provide informationabout Celiac Disease, Gluten Intolerance,and Gluten Sensitive Enteropathy and helppeople live a healthy life! Volunteers fromBGIG, Dr. Mystique Grobe ND, Dr. J. FunkND, and Tom Malterre and Ali Segersternof Whole Life Nutrition will be on hand toanswer questions. Hempler Foods,Alternative Grains, Bavarian Mills, PaniniGrill and Juice It will provide free samples.One in 133 individuals are suffering fromCeliac Disease; 97% of them areundiagnosed. Info: 510-6555,[email protected] orwww.glutenfreeway.info.Free Healthy Skin Lecture – Dr. LizVennos, M.D., Board CertifiedDermatologist, will speak on “Care of AgingSkin: Myths and Magic” Wed., May 16,6:30-7:30pm, at the Community Food Co-op, 1220 North Forest St., Bellingham.More info: 647-2188 orwww.BellinghamDerm.com.

ONGOING• Bellingham Senior Activity Center –Open Gym on Mon.- Fri., 7am-4:30pm.Adults over 50 are encouraged to join theCenter at only $24 for the whole year. Info:733-4030 (hit # then 47020) to sign up forclasses.• The Conway Muse – Hatha Yoga classes

with Beth Wallace every Mon. & Wed. at9:30am and every Tues. & 4:30pm. $5 drop-infee. More info: 445-3000.• HealthQuest Screening – Skagit ValleyHospital’s HealthQuest program offersscreening to detect peripheral arterial disease

(PAD), elevated cholesterol and more everyTuesday morning. Screening takes 40 minutesand the cost is $29. Call 814-2424 or 629-6481 to schedule an appointment.• Yoga Dharma ~ a wing and a prayer –Yoga as spiritual practice. Ongoing classes 5days a week. Keystone Center of the Arts,619 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Call dunja,770-7891, for class schedule or [email protected].• Zumba® Fitness Classes at Blue MoonBallroom! Come discover what an amazingworkout you can get from dancing. No danceexperience needed. All skill levels and bodytypes get a safe and effective total bodyworkout. A Latin inspired fitness system, ourclasses incorporate dance styles such as: Salsa,Rumba, Merengue, Samba, Cumbia, Mambo,Cha Cha, Flamenco, Tango, Calypso,Reggaeton, Hip-Hop, Belly Dancing and manymore!! Taught by Molly Adams & MarcusTasanasanta, both official Zumba®instructors, the class meets Mondays &Wednesdays, 6pm; Fridays, 5:30pm; andSundays, 3pm. New Zumba® Gold classWednesdays at noon. Please check websitefor more details: www.ZumbaBellingham.comor call 647-9778 to enroll today. 1213Cornwall Ave., Bellingham.

Thursday Brown Bag: Join Us inthe Parade – Celebrating 100 years ofSuffrage in Washington State – Thisprogram on Thurs., May 6, 12:30pm, willlook at the history of the suffragemovement in Washington State and theUnited States. Some examples of clothingthat is representative of the time period of1910-1920 will be shown. Ms. Chamberswill discuss ways that you can participatethis year in the 2010 Centennial by joiningthe Ski to Sea Parade Suffrage Unit. Moreinfo: contact Catherine Chambers at 647-3888. Sponsored by Village Books. Join usat the Whatcom Museum, 1892 Old CityHall Building, 121 Prospect St. $3 / WCHSand Museum members free. More info:www.whatcommuseum.org.Saturday Afternoon at the Library– Meet World War II fighter pilotLieutenant Joe Moser, who was shot downafter 43 successful missions and became aPOW in Buchenwald – the infamous Naziwork camp. Hear his story and those ofother war veterans at Everson McBeathCommunity Library, 104 Kirsch Drive, onSat., May 22 at 3pm. Everyone is invited.Free. More info: 966-5100.

ONGOING• Skagit County Historical Museum –Fun for the whole family. Continuingexhibition: “The Way We Played: Early SkagitRecreation” continues through July 3. OpenTues.-Sun., 11am-5pm. Admission: $4 adults /$8 families / $3 seniors & children 6-12 / freeunder 6. 501 S. 4th St., La Conner (top of thehill). More info: 466-3365 orwww.skagitcounty.net/museum.


Tickets: adults $12, seniors & students $10,children $8. Box office is open Tues.-Sat., 1-3pm. Info: 354-4425 or visitwww.clairevgtheatre.org.Awaken the Spontaneity Within! –Improv Playworks presents a free workshopfor adults taught by Sheila Goldsmith onWed., May 12, 7-9pm, at 302 W. Illinois(Illinois & Sunset Dr.), Bellingham. Pre-registration required. • New ongoing improvclasses for adults beginning in May. Call756-0756 to register.“Alice in Wonderland” – SqualicumHigh School drama presents “Alice inWonderland,” adapted by Eva Le Gallienneand Florida Friebus, based on the novel byLewis Carroll, and directed by ElizabethLathrop. Free preview on Thurs., May 13 at7:30pm. Show runs Fri. and Sat., May 14

and 15 at 7:30pm and Sun., May 16 at 2pm.Tickets are $5 students and $7 adults.Tickets will be presold in the SQHS ASBoffice.“Oklahoma!” at SVC – The SkagitValley College Departments of Theatre andMusic present “Oklahoma!,” the firstcollaboration between Rodgers &Hammerstein. Based on the play GreenGrow the Lilacs by Lynn Riggs,“Oklahoma!” changed the face of musicaltheatre when it opened on Broadway in1943. Until that time, no other musical onBroadway had run for more than 500performances; “Oklahoma!” topped 2,000before it closed. While the play is a classiclove story where good triumphs over evil,the heart of the play is its humor. Endearingcharacter humor, broad burlesque andslapstick provide the spirit of the play and

are highlighted in the SVC production. Thehistorical aspects of the play will beexplored through pre-show presentations ateach performance by members of the castinvolved in learning projects based on theplay and American history. The play isdirected by Andy Friedlander with musicaldirection by Dr. Diane Johnson andchoreography by Donna Carroll.Performances will be at McIntyre Hall onthe Mount Vernon campus on May 14, 15,21 and 22 at 7:30pm and Sun., May 16 at2pm. Adult tickets are $20, seniors $15 andstudents and children are $10. Call 416-7727 or go to www.mcintyrehall.org topurchase tickets. iDiOM Theater presents “Poisonthe Well” by Andrew Connor at TheConway Muse on Sun., May 23, 6pm. Thisis a full-length world premiere play that tellsthe tale of a politically diceytranscontinental love affair tragedy. Wit,nostalgia, and one gun shot. $10. More info:www.theconwaymuse.com.BHS Drama will present theannual spring festival of plays May26-30 in the theatre at 7:30pm. Eachevening of the festival brings a differentshow to the audience. Tickets are availableat the door for $5. Student directed showsinclude “The Paranormal Review,” “RabbitHole,” “Proof,” “A Shayna Maidel,” and“Same Time, Next Year.”“Annie” – META Performing Artspresents the award winning Broadwaymusical, “Annie” on June 4-13 withperformances at 7pm and matinees onSun., June 6 & 13, 2pm at McIntyre Hall inMount Vernon. “Annie” is the story of aneleven year old girl making her way from adepression era orphanage to the mansion ofmillionaire Daddy Warbucks. All Anniewants is a real family. In searching for herlong lost parents she encounters the shantytowns of New York City, sings on the radioand meets President Roosevelt. This showis a must-see for all ages! Songs include “It’sa Hard-Knock Life,” “You’re Never FullyDressed Without a Smile,” and theunforgettable “Tomorrow.” Reservedtickets: $18, $20, $24, $35; student, senior& group discounts, www.mcintyrehall.orgor 416-7727. 2501 E. College Way. As partof their mission to keep live theatreaccessible to everyone, META offers a pay-what-you-can show on Sat., June 5, 2pm;festival seating only; doors open 1pm.META is a non-profit theatre group whosemission is to develop self-reliance in youththrough the performing arts.

ONGOING• The Upfront Theatre – Every Thursday:The Good, Bad & The Ugly at 8pm ($5); TheProject at 10pm ($3). Friday & Saturday:Director’s Cut at 8pm; and Gladiator! at 10pm.$10 / $8 students with ID. Advance ticketssold Wed.-Fri., noon-3pm, the week of theperformance only. 1208 Bay Street,Bellingham, 733-8855, www.theupfront.com.

station of a busy kitchen and manage alllevels of restaurant operations. Ourstudents’ efforts shine through as theycarefully prepare and present each dish,incorporating many locally grown andsupplied ingredients. If you want a high-end, delicious dining experience with a widevariety of menu choices at an affordableprice, come and join us for an a la cartelunch! Prices range from $4.25-$11.95 eachfor a la carte items, or $16.95 for a threecourse tasting menu. Reservations: 752-8347. More info: www.btc.ctc.edu/Culinary/CafeCulinaire.asp.Taste of La Conner – The La ConnerChamber of Commerce is holding a “Tasteof La Conner” on Fri., May 14, from 4-8pm. Tickets are $25 for 5 tastes and areavailable at the Chamber office.Participating restaurants include: La Conner Seafood and Prime Rib House,Nell Thorn Restaurant, Palmer’s on theWaterfront, Seed’s Bistro & Bar,Waterfront Café, and Hellams Vineyard.More info: 466-4778 or visitwww.LaConnerChamber.com.The Spice of Life – Food historianTames Alan will present an entertaining andinformative lecture and slide presentationon spices on Thurs., May 20, 7pm, at theLynden Pioneer Museum. Come and learnthe significance of a medieval spice tray andwhat went into the more common spiceblends used in ethnic cooking. You will gaininsight, both historical and modern, into thespice trade and its impact on Westernculture and cooking. $2 per person. Moreinfo: www.lyndenpioneermuseum.com.

WINE TASTING• Skylark’s Hidden Cafe & WineParlour – Wine tasting the first Wed. of themonth, 6-8pm, $15, 715-3642. 1308 EleventhSt., Fairhaven. 715-3642,www.skylarkshiddencafe.com.

Tulip Festival Wrap-Up Party bringslive music and seafood to Carpenter CreekWinery – Join the crew on Sat. & Sun.,May 1-2, and celebrate the end of TulipFestival with their famous SeafoodWeekend featuring fish tacos, gourmetclam chowder, and other treats from thesea! Sat. features two live musicperformances: Anthony Easterwood withclassic rock and country, 1-4pm; andQueen’s Bluegrass will heat up the night, 6-9pm! The flowers may be gone but thevalley will still be rockin’, so come hungry,taste the new wine releases, and bring yourdancing shoes on Sat. or just relax on Sun.20376 E Hickox Rd., Mount Vernon.Tasting room hours: Thurs.-Sat., 10am-6pm, Sun., 11am-5pm. More info:www.carpentercreek.com, 866-WA-WINES or 848-6673 [email protected] Community CollegeCooking Classes for May include “TaiChi-Style Chinese Cooking” on May 5($45), “Raw Wraps” on May 6 ($39), “RawThai” on May 10 ($39), “The MexicanKitchen: Tamales and More” on May 11($39), “French Cuisine – Light andHealthy” on May 13 ($39), “Adventures inSushi” on May 19 ($49), “Northwest SpringHarvest Dinner” on May 20 ($39),“Springtime Party Fare – Gluten-Free” onMay 25 ($35), and “Been There, Ate that:Thailand” on May 26 ($45). To register, visitwww.whatcomcommunityed.com or call383-3200.Café Culinaire Open for Lunch –Café Culinaire, Bellingham TechnicalCollege’s Culinary Arts Programrestaurant, is now open for a la carte lunchWed.-Fri., 11:30am-1:30pm, through June4 (closed May 19-21). Café Culinaire is atrue collaboration between the Culinaryand Pastry programs, where students usetheir skills and training to work at each



by Andrew ClarkeThe coming of spring in the Pacific

Northwest offers many great culinaryopportunities for the adventurous cook –spring lamb for the Easter table, tender anddelectable greens for the salad bowl, and anever-expanding farmer’s market selection ofvegetables and herbs to bring us out of theroot-veggie and meat doldrums of winter.Also, as the fishing fleets return to Alaskanwaters, our markets and co-ops shine withnew and delicious products fresh from thePacific.

Most common to us here in theNorthwest is, of course, the ubiquitoussalmon, a fish that has long been associatedwith our culinary and cultural traditions, aswell as the famed Alaskan halibut. Lesswell-known but, I would argue, equally ormore delicious is a seafood known by manynames – sablefish, black cod, and butterfishare most common. Whatever appellation,

this fish – known scientifically asAnoplopoma fimbria – is characterized byits lustrous, buttery, mild-flavored whitemeat and flaky, melt-in-the-mouth texture.

Although most commonly known asblack cod, the sablefish is not in fact a truecod. Both fish live deep in the waters of theNorth Pacific but whereas cod are bottom-feeders (which can give their meat a muddytaste), sablefish are opportunistic feeders,consuming among other things various fish,jellyfish, and squid.

This varied diet leads to a clean tastingflesh which is remarkably rich in a numberof important minerals, as well as long-chainomega-3 fatty acids, compounds lauded fortheir health benefits. In fact, sablefishcontains just as much omega-3 as wild kingsalmon, making it a perfect choice for thosewho enjoy rich seafood.

While some sablefish is caught off thecoasts of Oregon, Washington, and British

Columbia, at least two-thirds of theproduct that enters the market comes fromAlaskan waters. According to the NationalOceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s(NOAA) FishWatch, Alaskan sablefishfisheries are at 1% above target levels,meaning no over-fishing is occurring and thefishery is well-managed and sustainable, animportant consideration for the consciousconsumer.

As an aside, the aforementionedconscious consumer would do well tobecome familiar with this NOAA program(http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/fishwatch),which, according to the website “can helpyou make informed decisions about theseafood you eat by providing the mostaccurate and up-to-date information onseafood available in the U.S.” The programprovides regularly updated cards withsustainability information about mostseafood harvested in U.S. waters, and iswell worth having a look at.

Beyond all that, however, is the sheerdeliciousness of sablefish. Its butterytexture and clean taste lend it to anynumber of cooking methods. Many may befamiliar with its preparation traditional toJapanese restaurants, where it is broiledwith a miso or teriyaki glaze – and I havefound that broiling really is the easiest andmost foolproof method out there. Just lay afilet out on a baking sheet, brush it withyour favorite glaze or seasoning, and you’reready to go after about 8 minutes under thebroiler.

Sablefish is also delicious either cold- orhot-smoked, and is a great candidate forgrilling. The high oil content of the fish givesthe griller quite a bit more leeway in termsof overcooking than a leaner fish such ashalibut. Even if you forget about it for a fewminutes too long, it will still come off thegrill tender and succulent.

But sablefish isn’t limited to these typicalNorthwest cooking methods. It makes for adecadent fish and chips, and can also besubstituted for other kinds of white fish intraditional preparations, such as thebouillabaisse recipe provided, wheremonkfish would typically be used. Theversatility of this fish opens up a broadspectrum of ideas for the home cook, sosearch out some sablefish, support our localsustainable fisheries, and create yourself adelicious spring meal!

Andrew Clarke is a Line Chef at NimbusRestaurant.

Sauté onions and fennel in olive oil until tender in 12-inch sauté pan. Add garlicand sauté a minute more.

Deglaze pan with wine, then add next 4 ingredients and simmer uncovered for 20minutes.

Scatter fish and clams to pan, and shake gently to submerge slightly in sauce.Cover pan and simmer for 6 minutes, until clams open and fish begins to flake. Tastefor seasoning, and add salt if necessary.

Serve over saffron rice.

Sablefish BouillabaisseServes 4

2 tablespoons olive oil1 onion, julienned1 small fennel bulb, julienned3 cloves garlic, minced1/2 cup dry white wine1/2 teaspoon saffron, bloomed in 1/4 cup warm water1-1/2 ounce Pernod (optional, but desired for extra anise flavor)1 cup fish fumet or chicken stock, or water6 canned plum tomatoes, chopped1 pound sablefish, skinned and cut into 2 inch chunks1 pound manila or Mediterranean clams, scrubbedsalt to taste

Sablefish — Fresh from the PacificSablefish — Fresh from the Pacific

Photo courtesy of Nimbus Restaurant.


Whatcom Community CollegeWriting Classes & Workshops forMay include “Creating Children’s PictureBooks” on May 1 ($75), “Writing OurNorthwest Landscape” starting May 12 (3sessions, $59), and “Beyond the QueryLetter: Packaging for Publication” on May13 ($39). To register, call 383-3200 or visitwww.whatcomcommunityed.com.May Events at Village Books – OurMay Literature Live Calendar is packedwith engaging author events andworkshops to inspire and entertain you!Sat., May 1, 7pm: Koma Kulshan: TheStory of Mt. Baker by John Miles. Sun.,May 2, 4pm: Decomposition: Fungi-inspiredPoems with editors Renée Roehl & KellyChadwick. Tues., May 4, 7pm: Best Hikeswith Dogs Western Washington, 2nd Editionby Dan Nelson. Wed., May 5, 7pm: TalkThai: The Adventures of Buddhist Boy by IraSukrungruang. Fri., May 7, 7pm: ThisBody of Death by Elizabeth George. Sat.,May 8, 7pm: Black Plants: 75 StrikingChoices for the Garden by Paul Bonine (GetGardening series event). Mon., May 10,7pm: Carrier: Untangling the Danger in MyDNA by Bonnie Rough. Tues., May 11,7pm: Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiryinto The Value of Work by MatthewCrawford. Wed., May 12, 7pm: YourPresence is Requested at Suvanto by MaileChapman. Sat., May 15, 11am: The Fishesand Dishes Cookbook: Seafood Recipes andSalty Stories from Alaska’s CommercialFisherwomen by Kiyo Marsh and LauraCooper (cooking demo, tasting, and storiesand poems at the Community Food Co-opConnections Building). Sat., May 15,7pm: Birdology: Adventures with a Pack ofHens, a Peck of Pigeons, CantankerousCrows, Fierce Falcons, Hip Hop Parrots,Baby Hummingbirds, and One MurderouslyBig Living Dinosaur by Sy Montgomery.Mon., May 17, 7pm: Cheese Monger: ALife on the Wedge by Gordon Edgar. Tues.,May 18, 7pm: An Eagle Named Freedom:My True Story of a Remarkable Friendship byJeff Guidry. Wed., May 19, 7pm:Dreamless and Possible: Poems New andSelected by Chris Howell. Fri., May 21,7pm: Test Ride on the Sunnyland Express: ADaughter’s Civil Rights Journey by AnaMaria Spagna. Sat., May 22, 4pm: DivineMusic by Suruchi Mohan. Sat., May 22,7pm: Ayurvedic Yoga: Yoga for your body type(DVD) by Juliet Jivanti. Tues., May 25,6-8pm: Laura Kalpakian’s Memoir Classpresentation. Thurs., May 27, 7pm: TheRagtime Fool by Larry Karp. Fri., May 28,7pm: Rodeo in Joliet by Glenn Rockowitz.

Mon., May 31, 7pm: Open Mic withLaurel Leigh. • All events held in theReadings Gallery unless noted otherwise.We hope you’ll join us! At Village Bookswe’re building community, one book – andone author event – at a time! 1200 11th St.in Fairhaven. More info: 671-2626 orwww.villagebooks.com.VB Reads – Lesbian Book Group:Sun., May 2, 2pm – American Romances byRebecca Brown. • General Literature:Mon., May 3, 7pm – Animal, Vegetable,Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. • BusinessBook Group: Wed., May 5, noon-1pm –Courage to Teach by Parker Palmer.

• Afternoon Book Chat: Wed., May 12,1pm – Let the Great World Spin by ColumMcCann. • Engaged Citizens BookGroup: Wed., May 19, noon – TheImpossible will Take a Little While: ACitizen’s Guide to Hope in a Time of Fear byPaul Rogat Loeb. • Feminist Book Group:Sun., May 30, 2pm – Reading Lolita inTehran: A Memoir in Books by Azar Nafisi.Authors do not attend these events. Moreinfo: 671-2626 or www.villagebooks.com.Chuckanut Sandstone Writer’sTheater Open Mic – Join us for openmic on Wed., May 12, 7pm at the

Skagit River Poetry Festival Offers Workshops WithNation’s Top Poets May 20-22 in La Conner

This year, for the first time, the nation’s top poets are offering intensive three-hourworkshops as part of the Skagit River Poetry Festival, May 20-22 in downtown La Conner at various venues. This gives new poets a chance to learn from the masters,and seasoned poets a chance to stretch their creative imaginations and skills. Ticketswon’t last long – Ted Kooser’s “Fine-Tuning Metaphors” workshop has already sold out.Other offerings include:

• Susan Rich, “Speaking Pictures: Using Fine Art to Inspire Poems.” An art museumis the ideal place to focus on “ekphrasis,” poems written about visual art. Examinefamous models of the form by W.H. Auden, Rainier M. Rilke, and Lisel Mueller; readexamples by local poets; and sharpen powers of observation and description throughcreative writing exercises. All levels of writers welcome. Museum of Northwest Art:Fri., May 21, 2-5pm.

• Lorraine Ferra, “You are Here: Poetry and Place.” Master Port Townsend poetLorraine Ferra will help one consider the sense of place as a broader, inclusive map ofwhere we are in terms of landscape and the inner life. This includes the idea that adiagnosis, a job or a relationship can be a “place,” as well as a meadow or a river. SacredHeart Mosman Hall: Fri., May 21, 2-5pm.

• Terrance Hayes, “Inventive Imitation.” Hayes will offer concrete strategies forsustained writing when the only teacher available is a book. Participants will explore theways inventive imitation can lead to poetic discovery and innovation by discussing andthen imitating published poems from a multitude of styles and traditions. Sacred HeartMosman Hall: Sat., May 22, 1:30-4:30pm.

• Michael Dylan Welch, “Haiku Targets.” Master haiku/senryu artist Welch exploresissues of form and content as participants read and discuss works by masters of theform. He’ll identify critical “targets” to aim for, such as word choice, juxtapositionalstructure, and objective sensory imagery, and discuss the history of haiku in Japaneseculture and introduce forms such as senryu, tanka, haiga, haibun, and renku.Waterfront Café: Sat., May 22, 1:30-4:30pm.

• Mary Lou Sanelli, “From Page to Stage.” This multi-talented poet, choreographer,public speaker, and memoirist, has made a successful career of public readings andpresentations. She’ll explore how a reading of poetry can capture and artfullycommunicate and inspire an audience. She will share tips on how to slow down, how tobreathe, how to speak a poem without falling victim to singsong. Bring work to readaloud. Skagit County Historical Museum: Sat., May 22, 1:30-4:30pm.

Tickets/calendar: www.skagitriverpoetry.org. Cost is $52 for each workshop.The Festival is one of the largest celebrations of poetry on the West Coast, including

such literary luminaries as Sherman Alexie, who just won a prestigious PEN/FaulknerAward for his collection of short stories, essays, and poems titled War Dances and thebrothers Matthew and Michael Dickman, two exciting new poets profiled in The NewYorker and Poets and Writers. More info: 422-6033 or [email protected].



Firehouse Cafe, 14th & Harris Ave., inFairhaven. The Writer’s Theater is an “all-comers” opportunity.Poetry Contest Awards Ceremony– Hear the winners of the Sue C. BoyntonPoetry Contest read their winning poems atthe Awards Ceremony, Wed., May 12,7pm, at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal,355 Harris Avenue. Free. All poemsentered in this year’s contest will be ondisplay and a book of winning poems fromthe contest’s first five years will be available for purchase. More info:www.whatcompoetryseries.org.Roeder Home Writers – Meets on thethird Wed. of the month at the RoederHome (May 19), 2nd floor, 2600 Sunset Dr.in Bellingham, from 1-4pm. Bring writtenwork to share (with 4 copies), and pen andpaper; or just find a quiet place for writing.Please join us. More info: Christine Kendallat 647-0724 or [email protected] Writers & Publisherswelcomes speaker Alice Acheson at theirnext meeting on Wed., May 19, 5:30pm, atthe Bellingham Golf & Country Club. Thetopic will be Traditional Publishing. Cost is$20 to attend the meeting and enjoy thebuffet dinner, or just $5 for the meetingwithout dinner. RSVP by Fri., May 14 toMary Michaelson, 201-7373 or email:[email protected]. More info:www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.wordpress.com.The Chuckanut Radio Hour – TheMay 20th edition of the Chuckanut RadioHour will feature special guest, KurtHoelting, author of The Circumference ofHome: One Man’s Yearlong Quest for aRadically Local Life. Music will be providedby Brad Killion; and poetry by MichaelDaley, author of Moonlight in theRedemptive Forest. The show begins withmusic at 6:30pm and taping at 7pm (we askthat everyone be seated by 6:45pm). Co-sponsored by the Leopold Residenceand ReSources. Tickets ($5) available atVillage Books or online atwww.brownpapertickets.com. Info:www.villagebooks.com or 671-2626.Bellingham Storytellers Guildpresents Nancy Wang – On Sat., May22, 8pm, at the Urban Long House, 115Unity St., Bellingham, Nancy Wang, thestorytelling half of Eth-Noh-Tec, willpresent “Bittersweet: a Chinese AmericanDaughter’s Legacy.” This is a powerful andprovocative story of personal and familialdiscovery. Nancy has been commissionedto tell her mother’s story. This story isNancy’s personal journey to find out whothis woman was despite a lifelong strugglewith her mother. Doors open 7:30pm; show8pm. $15 at the door. Info:www.bellinghamstorytellersguild.org.

ONGOING• The Write Idea – A writing anddiscussion club for authors of all ages everyThurs., 4-6pm, at the Everson McBeathLibrary, 104 Kirsch Drive. Info: 966-5100,www.wcls.org.

“Preservation throughPhotography” – Come join theBellingham Photography Club as they hosta fundraising gallery show and sale at theRoeder Home, 2600 Sunset Drive, on April30, May 1 and 2 to raise money to helpsupport the preservation of the historicRoeder Home. Club members will offer avariety of works including framed prints,matted prints and cards for sale. For moreinfo, including times of the event, pleasevisit www.bellinghamphotographyclub.orgor find us on Facebook.100 People doing the Pilates 100!Celebrate International Pilates Day on Sat.,May 1, 1pm, with Joy of Pilates by doingPilates in the Park. Our goal is to get 100people to do a traditional Pilates exercisecalled “The Hundred.” This fun donations-only class will be raising funds for the Relayfor Life. “I know many wonderful womenwho have been affected by cancer and thisis my small way of getting involved,” saysstudio owner Ella Eastham. Event will beheld at Zuanich Park on the grass (rain orshine). Bring own mats and friends! Details:224-1433 or www.joyofpilates.net.Community Birthday CelebrationDinner and Auction – “Bloomin’Birthdays” Relay Team and ACS host anevening of fun and fundraising on Sat., May1 at Anacortes Port Building at 100Commercial Avenue. Tickets includeappetizers, dinner, dessert auction, live andsilent auction. You will be amazed andentertained by “The Magic of SterlingDietz.” All auction proceeds go toAmerican Cancer Society Relay For Life.Single tickets are $35 in advance, $45 at thedoor. Tables of 8 can be purchased inadvance for $250. There will be a no-hostbar available. Doors open at 5:30pm. Fortickets & info email: [email protected] or call 293-0845.Marianne’s House hosting 6thAnnual Charity Auction – Marianne’sHouse, a local day activity center for adultswith developmental disabilities, is holding its6th Annual Charity Auction on Sat., May 1,at the Silver Reef Hotel, Casino and Spa.The event will offer appetizers, silent & liveauction, and dancing. The event theme is“It’s the 70’s” – come dressed in themeattire. Doors open at 5:30pm. Tickets are$50 or two for $75. Call Melinda at 319-8125 for tickets or more info.Meet the Author: Stacey O’Brien –Northwest Wildlife Rehabilitation Centeroffers an intimate catered evening lectureand book signing with Wesley The Owlauthor Stacey O’Brien on Sat., May 1, 6-9pm, at the Corona Court Clubhouse,4780 Corona Crt., Bellingham. $40 perperson (space limited to 50). Heavy horsd’oeuvres and wine will be served.Reservations required, 220-6234 [email protected]. Then again onSun., May 2, 2:30-4:30pm, at theFairhaven Library, 1117 12th St.,Bellingham, a free slide show and booksigning, plus owl education & crafts for thekids. No reservations required; optional $5

donation to benefit NWRC. Wesley theOwl is a love story that begins when ayoung, compassionate biologist adopts ababy bird – and unknowingly embarks on arelationship that will last almost twodecades. Info: www.northwestwildlife.org.10th Annual Dine Out for MapleAlley Inn – Anyone can “dine out” forbreakfast, lunch and dinner Tues., May 4,and be an active part of raising money forpeople in need. Nearly 40 Bellinghamrestaurants are participating in theOpportunity Council’s 10th annual “DineOut for Maple Alley Inn” May 4 and willdonate a percentage of their sales to MapleAlley Inn. Maple Alley Inn is anOpportunity Council program that provideshot meals two days a week to people whoare homeless or hungry. Last year thisprogram served nearly 15,000 meals. “DineOut” is the one annual fundraiser thatsupports this community program. TheOpportunity Council also accepts individualdonations for Maple Alley Inn. Checkspayable to Opportunity Council MapleAlley Inn can be mailed to 1111 CornwallAve., Suite C, Bellingham, WA 98225. Fora list of participating restaurants, visitwww.oppco.org/dineout.BSAC Mother’s Day Tea andFashion Show – Treat your favoriteMom to Tea and a Fashion Show presentedby the Bellingham Assistance League at theBellingham Senior Activity Center on Fri.,May 7, 3:30pm. Models will feature attireappropriate for modern mature ladies. Enjoya short performance by Swil Kanim, aworld class virtuoso violinist who advocatesself-expression to create strongercommunity. Proceeds benefit theBellingham Senior Activity Center. Ticketsare $12 per person. 315 Halleck Street.More info: 733-4030.“True Blue & Silver DinnerAuction” – Squalicum High Schoolpresents this fundraiser in support of SQHSacademics, music and athletic programs onFri., May 7, 6pm, at the Best WesternLakeway Inn. Festivities include music bySQHS students, silent/live auction, dinnerand dessert dash. Tickets are $35.Reservations required by May 4. More info:Rebecca at 734-9969 or [email protected]’s Day Garden Party tobenefit Blue Skies for Children –Join us for our 5th annual Mother’s DayGarden Party on May 8 & 9, from 11am-3pm. The garden party will be held at 373W. Hemmi Rd, just five miles north ofBellingham, west of the Guide Meridian onW. Hemmi Rd. Cost to attend is a taxdeductible donation of $10. All proceedsbenefit Blue Skies for Children. More info:756-6710, www.blueskiesforchildren.org.Whatcom Land Trust’s 10thAnnual Great Outdoors Auction –Whatcom Land Trust announces its annualauction on Sat., May 8, 5-9pm at the BestWestern Lakeway Inn in Bellingham. Savethe date and help us celebrate! You will findyour friends and neighbors actively bidding



on great things to do in our great outdoors,while enjoying appetizers, dinner andamazing desserts. Don’t miss our Best ofLive Raffle and a chance to win a WoodStone Dinner and Tour, Necky Sea Kayak,Private Mallard Ice Cream Tasting and aBen Mann Designed Mailbox. Reservations:$75. A table of 8 is $500. Reservations:650-9470 or www.whatcomlandtrust.org.7th Annual Shoe Drive for CharityMay 14-16 – 12th Street Shoes inFairhaven is asking customers to bring in apair of gently worn shoes and receive anadditional $5 off a new pair during theirAnniversary Sale weekend of May 14-16.All shoes will be donated to the YWCA’s“Back to Work Boutique.” New shoes willalso be donated by Naot Footwear. Moreinfo: 733-2066.“Miles for Memories” – AlzheimerSociety of Washington presents its 11thAnnual “Miles for Memories” Walk/5K RunSat., May 15. Festivities begin at 8am at theVillage Green in Fairhaven; starting gun at9am. Entry fee: $25 includes T-Shirt.Canine entry fee: $10 includes bandana.Join us for food, fun, families, and dogs!More info: www.alzsociety.org.International Ayurvedic ExpertOffers Fundraising Lecture onMental Health and Stress Relief –One of the leading experts on Ayurvedicmedicine, Dr. Vasant Lad will speak on Fri.,May 21, 4:30-5:45pm at the FirehousePerforming Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave.A sister science to yoga, Ayurveda is a5,000-year-old tradition of medicine andhealth treatments that first evolved in India,and is becoming increasingly popular inAmerica. Dr. Lad serves as director of thenon-profit Ayurvedic Institute inAlbuquerque, N.M. Lad’s talk will raisefunds for the Ganesha Ayurveda MedicalCenter in India, which offers medicalservices to the local community. Tickets:$27, at the Ayurvedic Health Center inBellingham, 734-2396 orwww.AyurvedicHealthCenter.com. Have a Heart Run – Join us on May22 at beautiful Edgewater Park in MountVernon for a 10k run and 2 mile run/walk tobenefit Skagit County Community ActionAgency, a non-profit organization that helpslow-income families move out of crisis tolong-term self-sufficiency. Preregistration:$30 ($35 day of race), $15 T-shirt. Visitwww.skagitcap.org for more info and toregister on-line, or call 416-7585 x1167.Dig the FIG – Join us for an evening tosupport the Whatcom Museum’s FamilyInteractive Gallery (FIG) on Sat., May 22,5:30pm, at the Bellingham Golf & CountryClub to raise awareness and funds for thePacific Northwest’s newest familyattraction. Festivities include: WineSpectator Raffle – Buy a ticket for yourchance to win a hand-picked selection ofWine Spectator’s Top wines; Mystery WineExtravaganza – Buy a mystery bottle insupport of the FIG and you’ll have a chanceto win our Regional Wine Cellar Starter;

Delectable Dessert Dash – Get ready, getset, go! The table that bids the most getsthe sweetest reward; Fund-A-Need –Participate in the excitement and make adifference in the lives of our community’skids. With your help we’ll look forward to ayear packed full of art, education andinteresting programs. The ultimate gift tothe FIG! Reservation deadline is May 11,tickets are limited ($135 / $175 / $225).More info & tickets: Kristin at 778-8939.Bellingham Repertory Dance holdsAnnual Fundraising Reception –Join Bellingham Repertory Dance on Sat.,May 22, 6-8pm at the FirehousePerforming Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave.for an evening reception to launch our fifthanniversary season. Meet BRD membersand learn about this dynamic organization.Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and a silentauction featuring items and servicesdonated by local businesses. Free;donations accepted. BRD’s mission is tobring high-quality contemporary danceperformances to the local community,provide professional-level performanceopportunities to Whatcom County’s mostaccomplished dancers, and supportestablished and emerging choreographers.Info: 734-2776.Heritage Flight Museum’s WarbirdWeekend 2010 June 5 & 6 – Join usin celebrating the 70th anniversary ofBellingham’s airport... Built by local workerson ‘relief ’ during The Great Depression, theconstruction of Bellingham’s airport securedthe future of aviation in this community –permanent, concrete runways for generalaviation enthusiasts and commercialairlines; Port of Entry status for airlinesrunning up and down the coast; and astrategic base for military aircraft duringWWII. The event kicks off on Sat., June 5at 5:30pm with our annual fundraiser, the“Greatest Generation Dinner/Dance.” Thisyear will include a small silent auction alongwith the usual great food, no-host bar, livemusic from “The Walrus” and dancing! Weencourage period costume, so please feelfree to emulate the fashions of the mid-30’sthrough the late-60’s! Tickets are availablenow at a donation of $45/person,$80/couple or $300 for your own table of 8!Contact us at [email protected] or733-4422 to reserve your tickets... or comeby the Museum to pick them up. Sunday’sWarbird Weekend Fly Day will run from9am-4pm and will feature vintage aircrafton static and flying display. Confirmedaircraft include: two P-51 Mustangs, an A-1 Skyraider, six T-6’s, three Birddogs, aB-25 Mitchell, a Tigercat and Bearcat, atwin Beech, a Tigermoth, a Navion, a PiperCub... and the list goes on! It’s sure to be afantastic display of vintage civilian andmilitary aircraft, so charge up the camerabatteries and mark your calendars! Formore event details, see the WarbirdWeekend web site atwww.heritageflight.org/ww2010.

Human Race to FUNdraise forlocal non-profits – This is youropportunity to raise cash for your cause!Join the Whatcom Volunteer Center onSat., June 12 at Zuanich Park for the 15thAnnual Human Race – the new andimproved 5k walk or a timed 5k or 10k run.It’s great family fun! Once registered, youcan gather pledges from family and friendsthat will go towards the non-profit of yourchoice. Check-in for the race begins at8:45am; walkers/runners take off at 10am.Registration: $15 by June 9, 5pm; $20 after.See you there! More info: 734-3055 orwww.whatcomvolunteer.org.

Backgammon is Back!Tournament backgammon in

Bellingham is alive and well with thesecond annual “Compete for a Cause”backgammon tournament presented bythe Whatcom Dispute ResolutionCenter. This year’s tournament will beheld at Boundary Bay Brewery on Sat.,May 15. Bellingham BackgammonAssociation director Michael Cain willbe running the event and presenting apre-tournament seminar on the basicsof tournament play. Cain anticipatesthat this year’s format will be enjoyablefor both beginner and experiencedplayers.

Cain is pleased to see players at alllevels improve their game. “Match playis an excellent way for players to learnfrom each other. The relatively shortmatches in the “Compete for a Cause”tournament give beginners a chance toprevail over those with moreexperience. But while dice can be afactor in the short run, thesophistication and nuance of the gamelies in the use of the doubling cube. Thisis where experience plays a key role.With ever-shifting patterns of attack anddefense the experienced player can seepotentials that are not obvious to theaverage player. And, while many playerscompete on-line, the true challenge ofgaming lies in the pressure, emotion,and psychology of face-to-facecompetition. This tournament is a funway to be introduced to some of thedeeper elements of the game.”

Registration for the “Compete for aCause” tournament is $25 per person.Box lunch and pre-tournament seminarare extra. Doors open at 9am. The Pre-tournament seminar begins at 9:15am.Match play begins at 10am. Registrationand rules are available online atwww.whatcomdrc.org. For detailsphone 676-0122.

The Whatcom Dispute ResolutionCenter is a non-profit dedicated toeducating and training the public inpeaceful conflict resolution skills, andproviding trained mediators to empowerthe community to resolve conflicts inequitable and cooperative ways.


by Stephanie DethlefsThink you can tango? All Bellingham

Tango brings together Argentine tangodancers who study the form from Seattle toVancouver, B.C., coordinating a fullschedule of lessons, performances, andsocial dances. Currently the group boasts30-40 dancers of all skill levels, studentsthrough senior citizens. “Tango is called adance,” explains Rebecca Niemier, tangoinstructor and founder of All BellinghamTango. “But it is really a feeling of mutualappreciation and respect, achieved whilegliding around to beautiful music.”

Recently the group has been entertainingthe community in the Blue Horse Galleryfoyer during the downtown Art Walks onthe first Friday of each month. The groupcalls it “guerilla tango dancing,” and itserves two purposes: keeping the moodlight for businesses during a down economy

and promotingtango in the area.“When peoplefirst observetango, they seethe dressy outfits,the high heels, theman-womanconnection. Butas they observelonger, they startto wonder what isreally going onthere,” saysNiemier. “Ourhope is that theircuriosity will be

opened, and they will come try the dancethemselves.” Find out more about All

Bellingham Tango on their website atwww.allbellinghamtango.ning.com

On Thursday, May 6, All BellinghamTango will perform at Village Books from 5-7pm as part of the 5th annual Girls NightOut in Fairhaven. Historically a fundraiserfor breast cancer research, Girls Night Outnow raises money for the St. JosephCancer Center, which means funds are puttoward all types of cancer research. “I thinkthe Number One reason to attend GirlsNight Out is to join in our fight so that thelist of cancer survivors grows longer,” saysevent co-chair Cathy Lee of SouthsideTrends in Fairhaven. “And to be able tohave a great time while making a differenceis an added bonus.”

Beginning at 4pm, the red carpet will berolled out by 40 participating shops, diners,salons, galleries, and wellness facilities in theFairhaven district. At 6:30pm, women willdon decorated bras and stroll through thestreets. 7:30pm will have Womensong onthe Village Green, and at 8:30 an all-femalecomedy review will entertain the crowd atFairhaven Pub and Martini Bar before theRed Carpet Affair Fashion Show. (Those

attending Girls Night Out wearing theirbest red carpet attire may be chosen toparticipate in the fashion show!) Followingthe fashion show will be the first-everBachelor Auction, featuring men of theCoast Guard. “We are happy to say thatthe guys find this fundraiser just asimportant as us ladies, so they really wantto be involved,” explains Lee. A Pink GloveDance will cap off the evening.

Girls Night Out in Fairhaven happens onThursday, May 6, from 4-11pm. To get in onthe fun, pick up a Passport for $10 atSouthside Trends, 12th Street Shoes,Blessings, Katie’s Cupcakes, and BeadBazaar in advance or upon arrival. ThePassport will include admission to theevents at The Fairhaven Pub and MartiniBar as well as 10 raffle tickets. Raffle ticketsmay be entered at any one of 30participating businesses, which will draw forunique prizes at 8pm that evening and postwinners in their windows. Throughout theevening Fairhaven restaurants will havedrink and food specials, stores will havediscounted items, and studios will havedemonstrations. “We would like to thank allof the participating Fairhaven businesses fortheir generous donations,” says Lee.“Without them, this event would not bepossible.” Updated event information can befound daily on www.fairhaven.com.

Stephanie Dethlefs writes with one handwhile parenting her two small children with theother. She is also the founder of the YoungWriters Studio in Bellingham.Girls Night Out photos by Duclos Studio.

Tango and More During Girls Night OutTango and More During Girls Night Out

Friends enjoyed the evening atrestaurants all over Fairhaven in 2009.

Tango at Sycamore Square.

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