--You’re invited to the Annual Meeting of League Of Women Voters Of Bellingham/Whatcom County—May 19th. Political/media consultant and president of The Connections Group Cathy Allen will give her views on judicial campaigns in Washington (“Why Are We Voting For Judges, Anyway?”). The $15 cost includes lunch. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED: 734-2366 or ProgramChair@LWVbellinghamwhatcom.org. (www.lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org)
--Free Shuttle Vans will run all day (8am-4:30pm) May 19th—for parents, spectators and participants in the Ski To Sea Junior Race—from the West entrance of Lake Padden to the race course at the East entrance. (www.skitosea.org)
--There’s a Golf Tournament—May 19th (9am) at Raspberry Ridge (6827 Hannegan Road). The cost is $50 per player, with proceeds benefiting Amy’s Place. For information call 739-5816 or visit www.amysplaceforyouth.org.
--In honor of Armed Forces Day, Bellingham Veteran Navigators is hosting a Free Informational Event for veterans—May 19th (9am-noon) at Bellingham Vet Center (3800 Byron Avenue). You’re invited to stop by if you have questions about accessing your V.A. benefits, enrolling for health care, applying for service-related compensation or getting a copy of your DD214. (Bring your discharge papers if you have them) (393-5514)
--You’re invited to the annual Backyard Habitat & Flora Fair—presented by Bellingham Parks Department, Washington Native Plant Society and Wild Whatcom Walks—May 19th (10am-4pm) at Fairhaven Village Green. (www.wildwhatcom.org)
--The Blaine public library is hosting a program for “Extreme Couponers”—May 19th (10:30am). (332-8146)
--Bellingham Senior Activity Center (315 Halleck Street) is hosting a Free Event celebrating Older Americans Month—featuring a panel of Western Washington University instructors “challenging common myths and stereotypes of aging”; as well as dancing, singing, billiards, ping pong and more—May 19th (12:30pm-4pm). (733-4030 or www.wccoa.org)
--Local lawyers will dispense free legal advice and referrals—May 19th (1pm) at the Bellingham public library. (www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org)
--Doctor and author John Geyman presents “The Unfinished Business Of Health Care Reform”—May 19th (1pm) at Whatcom Community College. (www.unitedforhealthcare.org)
--Local author Dawn-Marie Hanrahan will discuss the book “Unbreakable Spirit: Rising Above The Impossible”—May 19th (2pm) at the Ferndale public library. (384-3647)
--Retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Tom Schornak is speaking—May 19th (3pm) at the Everson public library. (966-5100)
--Habitat For Humanity In Whatcom County is holding their annual Fundraiser—May 19th (5:30pm) at Bellingham’s Hotel Bellwether. Tickets are $75. The evening includes dinner plus live and silent auctions. (Among the auction items: a Porsche for the weekend and vacation lodgings in Port Townsend, Whistler and Mazatlan) (www.hfhwhatcom.org)
--The Seattle band Red House (featuring singer/songwriter/bassist Tim Scott, who’s played with Ray Charles, Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac, Greg Allman and many other artists) is performing May 19th at Bellingham’s SPARK Museum Of Electrical Invention (1312 Bay Street). The concert’s a benefit for Rainbow Recovery Center. The evening also includes a silent auction. Tickets are $20 in advance/$25 at the door. (www.whatcomcounseling.org/RainbowCenter.html or www.sparkmuseum.org)
--Bellingham’s Stone Town Theatre Works is HOLDING AUDITIONS for Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”—May 20th and 22nd . (www.stonetowntheatreworks.com)
--Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher Building (250 Flora Street) is hosting a “Contemporary Israeli Ceramics Celebration”—May 20th (2pm-4pm). (www.whatcommuseum.org)
--Mount Baker Theatre Organ Society presents a Concert featuring Jeff and Jody Fox--plus a classic silent comedy film—May 20th (3pm) at Bellingham’s Mount Baker Theatre. Admission is by suggested $10 donation. (www.mountbakertoshome.com)
--Keyboard Friends Piano Concerts presents “Tome To Tone, The Poetry Is In The Music”—May 20th (3pm) at The Amadeus Project in Bellingham. Tickets are $5-$15. (www.bellinghamhouseconcerts.com)
--Bellingham’s Happy Valley Neighborhood Association and Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (1720 Harris Avenue) invite you to a Free Community Meal—May 20th (5pm) at the church. You’re asked to bring a dessert to share. (www.oursavioursbham.org)
--You’re invited to the next meeting of Mt. Baker Rock & Gem Club—May 21st (7pm) at Bloedel Donovan park in Bellingham. (www.mtbakerrockclub.org)
--The Bellingham City Council is holding a Public Hearing to gather your input on the 2013-2018 Transportation Improvement Program—May 21st (7pm) in the council chambers at City Hall. (ccomeau@cob.org or www.cob.org/services/neighborhoods/community-planning/transportation/tip.aspx)
--Teens (grades 6-12) are invited to Make Monsters Out Of Felt, create cool Magnets and play Xbox—May 22nd and 23rd (12:30pm-1:30pm) at the Lynden public library. (354-4883)
--The Lynden public library is hosting a Kids Arts Show Reception—May 22nd (6:30pm). (354-4883)
--You’re invited to attend a meeting of “Hot100BizBook Club”—co-hosted by Western Washington University’s Small Business Development Center--May 23rd (10am) at the Fairhaven library branch in Bellingham. The club’s goal is “to provide attendees with ideas and advice from popular business books, so they can come away with at least one solid idea to increase their businesses’ revenues or profits by at least $100,000”. (778-1762)
--Washington, D.C. Director of “Reporters Without Borders” Delphine Halgand presents “Is The Internet A Vector Of Freedom Or An Instrument Of Repression? Lessons From The Arab Spring, China, Mexico And The U.S.A.”—May 23rd (noon) at Western Washington University’s Fairhaven Auditorium. (www.wwu.edu/Fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/12spring.shtml)
--Kids and teens (grades 6-12) are invited to make wallets, picture frames, jewelry and more from…duct tape—at a “Ductigami” workshop—May 23rd (3:15pm) at the Blaine public library. (332-8146)
--Frances Barbagallo is retiring from her position as Deming Public Library Manager. You’re invited to a Retirement Reception—May 23rd (4pm) at the library. (592-2422)
--St. Luke’s Community Health Education Center (3333 Squalicum Parkway) in Bellingham is hosting “Down On The Farm: Conversations With Legendary Midwife Ina May Gaskin”—May 23rd (6:30pm). Admission is by suggested $5 donation. (bellinghamdoulas@yahoo.com or http://bellinghamdoula.wordpress.com)
--You’re invited to the next taping of Chuckanut Radio Hour—May 24th (6:30pm) at Bellingham’s Leopold Crystal Ballroom. Tickets are $5. (www.villagebooks.com)
--The largest free Arts festival in the country—the 41st annual Northwest Folklife Festival, featuring more than 800 acts on 25 stages—is May 25th-28th at Seattle Center. (Admission is free, but they do suggest a donation of $10) (www.nwfolklifefestival.org)
--Bellingham Silk Road Dancers is organizing a Chinese Yao Gu (waist drum) squad for the Ski To Sea Parade, May 26th. For information email BellinghamSilkRoadDancers@gmail.com. (www.chineseculturefestival.org)
--Bellingham Senior Activity Center (315 Halleck Street) is hosting a Public Breakfast—May 26th (8am-11am). The cost is $5. (733-4030)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—May 26th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--More than 25 artists and craftspeople will be showcasing their work at 15 locations during the Lummi Island Artists’ Studio Tour—May 26th and 27th (10am-6pm). (www.lummi-island.com)
--Friends Of The Point Roberts Library is hosting a Sale, featuring Cookies made by local bakers ($6 a bag)—May 26th (2pm-4pm) at Point Roberts Community Center. (945-6545)
--Bellingham’s Village books is hosting an Open Mic Night—May 28th (7:00). (www.villagebooks.com)
--Excellence Northwest is hosting a Free “Introduction To ReSet For Excellence”—May 30th (7pm) at Gateway Centre (1313 East Maple Street) in Bellingham. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED: Amy@Excellencenw.org. (www.excellencenw.org)
--As demolition and environmental cleanup continues at the former Georgia Pacific mill site, one of the best places from which to watch the activity is Chestnut Avenue Bridge. Port Of Bellingham invites you to capture the ever-changing “View From The Bridge” with a photograph, painting or other artistic medium. Selected submissions will be on display at Squalicum Boathouse during the Haggen Family 4th Of July Celebration. SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE MAY 31ST. (www.portofbellingham.com/photocontest)
--Bell-Air R.C. Flyers is hosting their 23rd annual “Big Bird Fly-In’’ air show, featuring a wide variety of large (60-inch wingspan, minimum) radio-controlled planes—June 2nd and 3rd (9am-4pm) on Red River Road. Admission is free, but you’re asked to bring a food bank donation. (www.bellairrcflyers.com)
--Northwest Hawaii Ohana is sponsoring Whatcom County’s first-ever Hawaiian Cultural Event—“Bridge Of Aloha”—June 2nd (10am-8pm) at Ferndale Events Center (5715 Barrett Road). The day features live Hawaiian music, hula and Polynesian dance performances, vendor booths, Hawaiian food and more. Admission is $7. (http://nwhawaiiohana.webs.com)
--The annual Tri-Berry Triathlon—featuring a 500-yard swim, a 23-kilometer bicycle ride and an 8-kilometer run—is June 2nd (7:30am) in Lynden. The triathlon’s a fundraiser for Lynden Christian School Athletics programs. (www.tri-berry-triathlon.com)
--The annual Farmers Day Parade is June 2nd (10:30am), between Third and 10th Streets in Lynden. (www.lynden.org)
--Bellingham Silk Road Dancers is organizing a Dance Trip to China. AUDITIONS are June 3rd at Bellingham Firehouse Performing Arts Center. (BellinghamSilkRoadDancers@gmail.com or www.chineseculturefestival.org)
--Rome Grange (2821 Mount Baker Highway) is hosting a Public Breakfast—June 3rd (8am-1pm). (The fastest service is between 11am and 1pm) The cost is $5. (739-9605)
--The office of the Secretary Of State’s Corporations And Charities Division is hosting a “Charities And Nonprofit Education Symposium”—June 8th (8:30am-4:30pm) at St. Luke’s Health Education Center (3333 Squalicum Parkway) in Bellingham. The symposium is designed to assist people who help run a charity or nonprofit organization, or those serving or considering service on a related board. The $10 cost helps defray the cost of lunch. (725-0373 or teresa.glidden@sos.wa.gov; https://www.sos.wa.gov/charities/TrainingSignupForm.aspx?s=11)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—June 9th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--There’s a Fundraiser for Children’s Organ Transplant Association—“Beer, Brats And Bases”—June 9th (10am-dusk) at Conoco Phillips Sportsplex in Ferndale. The program includes a barbecue, a beer garden, kids’ games, bouncy houses, face painting, a co-ed softball tournament and more. (www.cotaforoliviarc.com)
--Pearl Django is performing—June 9th (3pm) at Sudden Valley Dance Barn in Bellingham. SEATING IS LIMITED. Proceeds will benefit the building fund for South Whatcom Public Library at Sudden Valley. For ticket information call 671-1709 or 306-1800. (www.suddenvalleylibrary.org)
--Whatcom Women In Business is ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS for “Professional Woman Of The Year”—through June 15th. The 30th annual Professional Woman Of The Year Awards Banquet is October 23rd at Bellingham’s Lakeway Inn And Conference Center. (www.wwib.org)
--The 13th annual 5K Run/Walk For Literacy—benefiting Whatcom Literacy Council—is June 16th in Bellingham. The cost is $10 IN ADVANCE/$15 day-of-race. For information visit www.fairhavenrunners.com or www.villagebooks.com. (www.whatcomliteracy.org)
--You’re invited to a Fundraiser for Creating Hope Today/Sunrise Foundation—June 16th (10am-5pm) at Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden. The “Consultant’s Fair” will feature representatives from various organizations (Mary Kay, Miche, Scentsy, etc), as well as local craft vendors. (www.facebook.com/events/262523523844334 or www.creatinghopetoday.org)
--St. Luke’s Community Health Education Center (3333 Squalicum Parkway) in Bellingham is hosting “Orgasmic Birth—The Best-Kept Secret”—June 20th (6:30pm). Admission is by suggested $5 donation. (bellinghamdoulas@yahoo.com or http://bellinghamdoula.wordpress.com)
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” and a live performance by Big Sur—June 23rd (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—June 23rd (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--Lynden Performing Arts Guild is HOLDING AUDITIONS for the second annual “Sizzling Summer Spectacular, A Showcase Of Whatcom County Talent”—June 25th and 26th. They’re looking for family-friendly acts (2-4 minutes in length), featuring singing, dancing, musicians, comedy, etc. For information call 739-5078. (www.clairevgtheatre.com)
--JNK Llamas of Bellingham is participating in the Christmas-themed “Jingle Bells Extravaganza Llama & Alpaca Show”—June 30th-July 1st at Thurston County Fairgrounds in Lacey. For information about the event visit www.palouse.net/llamas/JBE%202012.htm.
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “The Adventures of Tintin” and a live performance by One Fine Fool—June 30th (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--Local historian Rod Perry presents “The History Of Clearbrook”—June 30th (3pm) at the Everson public library. (966-5100)
--Port of Bellingham is issuing a CALL FOR BANDS AND VENDORS for the annual Haggen Family 4th Of July Celebration at Zuanich Point Park. The program will feature live music and food vendors (4:30pm-10pm), followed by the fireworks show. Bands and performance groups can apply at www.portofbellingham.com/july4band. Food vendors can apply at www.portofbellingham.com/july4vendor.
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “Hugo” and a live performance by Shadow Boxers—July 7th (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “Crazy, Stupid Love” and a live performance by Lost At Last—July 14th (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—July 14th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “The Muppets” and a live performance by Ali Marcus—July 21st (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--There’s a Rummage Sale fundraiser for Blue Skies For Children—July 21st. (www.blueskiesforchildren.org)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—July 21st (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “The Help” and a live performance by Pretty Little Feet—July 28th (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “Raiders Of The Lost Ark” and a live performance by HOSS!!—August 4th (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--Christopher Key presents (Joseph Lenz’ “musical tall tale”) “Mark Twain In Fairhaven”—loosely based on the author’s visit in 1895—with performances August 9th-26th at Firehouse Performing Arts Center (1314 Harris Avenue) in Bellingham. (961-8833 or ckey2048@comcast.net)
--Bellingham’s Stone Town Theatre Works presents Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”—with *outdoor* performances August 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th, and 18th (7:30pm) at Carrot And Stick Community Workshop And Farm (4104 “Y” Road). Tickets are $10. (www.stonetowntheatreworks.com)
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory” and a live performance by Amber Darland--August 11th (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—August 11th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--Secretary Of State Sam Reed is accepting nominations for the Washington State Medal Of Valor and the Washington State Medal Of Merit—UNTIL AUGUST 12TH. The Medal Of Valor recognizes ordinary citizens who have risked their lives or personal safety to save (or attempt to save) another person’s life. The Medal Of Merit is given for “exceptional conduct in providing outstanding services to citizens”. For information visit www.sos.wa.gov/medals.
--Northwest Washington Fair runs August 13th-18th in Lynden. This year’s grandstand entertainment includes Billy Currington, Chris Tomlin, The Oak Ridge Boys and Heart. (www.nwwafair.com)
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “Moneyball” and a live performance by The Librarians—August 18th (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema presents a screening of “The Princess Bride” and a live performance by Shadow Boxers—August 25th (rain or shine) at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. The cost is $5. (www.fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—August 25th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—September 8th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--Be prepared for flood, earthquake, fire or other disaster! The Red Cross office in Bellingham (2111 King Street) is offering a Free Emergency Preparedness Class—September 18th (6pm). (www.mtbredcross.org)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—September 22nd (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--The 12th annual Blue Skies For Children Dinner & Charity Auction is October 13th. (www.blueskiesforchildren.org)
--Jovino Santos Neto is performing—October 13th (3pm) at Sudden Valley Dance Barn in Bellingham. SEATING IS LIMITED. Proceeds will benefit the building fund for South Whatcom Public Library at Sudden Valley. For ticket information call 671-1709 or 306-1800. (www.suddenvalleylibrary.org)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—October 13th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--Be prepared for flood, earthquake, fire or other disaster! The new Red Cross office in Burlington (104 South Walnut Street) is offering a Free Emergency Preparedness Class—October 16th (6pm). (www.mtbredcross.org)
The 30th annual Professional Woman Of The Year Awards Banquet is October 23rd at Bellingham’s Lakeway Inn And Conference Center. (www.wwib.org)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—October 27th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—November 10th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—November 17th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--Bellingham’s Stone Town Theatre Works presents Moliere’s “The Miser”--with performances November 29th and 30th and December 1st, 6th, 7th and 8th (7:30pm) at Firehouse Performing Arts Center (1314 Harris Avenue) in Bellingham. Tickets are $10. (www.stonetowntheatreworks.com)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—December 8th (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
--Greta Matassa and Jovon Miller are performing—December 8th (3pm) at Sudden Valley Dance Barn in Bellingham. SEATING IS LIMITED. Proceeds will benefit the building fund for South Whatcom Public Library at Sudden Valley. For ticket information call 671-1709 or 306-1800. (www.suddenvalleylibrary.org)
--United Church Of Ferndale (2034 Washington Street) is hosting a free Community Meal—December 22nd (10am-noon). (384-1422 or fcm.ferndale@gmail.com)
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