Thoroughly Modern Millie: Students will present performances of the musical Thoroughly Modern Millie at 7pm Wed.-Fri., 2pm and 7pm Sat, and 2pm Sun. at Bellingham High School, 2020 Cornwall Ave. Tickets are $8. 676-6575 7:00pm
Late Nite Catechism: Get schooled by a funny nun dubbed “Sister” when Late Nite Catechism: Till Death Do Us Part shows for the final week at 7:30pm Wed.-Sat. and 2:30pm Sun. at the Mount Baker Theatre’s Walton 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
Calidore String Quartet: The award-winning Calidore String Quartet performs at 7:30pm Wed. at WWU’s Performing Arts Center Concert Hall, 3pm Sat. at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church and 7pm Wed., May 16 at Whatcom Middle School. Entry is free for students, and $10 general. Proceeds will help pay for Whatcom County in-school music programs. http://www.belllingamfestival.org 7:30pm
Happy Days:Happy Days, A New Musical shows at 7:30pm Thurs.-Fri. and 2pm Sat.-Sun. at Lynden’s Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 655 Front St. Tickets are $8-$12 and showings happen through May 20. http://www.clairevgtheatre.com 7:30pm
The Curious Savage: See the high comedy of The Curious Savage performed by Nooksack Valley high school students at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at the Nooksack Valley School District, 3326 E. Badger Rd. Tickets are $8. 988-2641 7:00pm
Rent: The Broadway musical spectacular known as Rent shows at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at Western Washington University’s Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $8-$12 and additio0nal showings happen through May 16-20. 650-6146 7:30pm
Camano Island Studio Tour: More than 60 artists will show and share their creative wares at 37 studios and galleries from 10am-5pm Fri.-Sun. as part of the Camano Island Studio Tour. The free, self-guided tour also takes place May 19-20. http://www.camanoarts.org 10:00am
Playwrights Festival: Seven short plays by area authors and actors can be viewed at the 7th annual Playwrights’ Festival at 7:30pm Fri.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at the Actors Theater of Orcas Island (in Eastsound). Tickets are $5. http://www.orcasactors.com 7:00pm
Godspell: M.E.T.A. Performing Arts continues its production of the rock opera Godspell this weekend at 7pm Fri.-Sat. and 2pm Sunday at Mount Vernon’s McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way. Tickets are $10-$25. http://www.mcintyrehall.org 7:00pm
Goodnight Moon: See a beloved children’s book come to life when the Neighborhood Playhouse presents a musical version of Goodnight Moon at 7pm Fri., 2pm and 5pm Saturday, and 2pm Sunday at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave. Tickets are $5-$10. http://www.theneighborhoodplayhouse.net 7:00pm
For Right Now: The Bellingham Children’s Theatre presents Just Right for Right Now at 7pm Fri.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at its home base at 1412 Cornwall Ave. The play dives into stereotypes that elders have about kids, and vice versa. Tickets are $6-$12. 734-9999 or http://www.bellinghamchildrenstheatre.com 7:00pm
The Wiz: Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth students present showings of the musical The Wiz at 7pm Fri., 2pm and 7pm Sat., and 2pm Sun. at the group’s digs at 1059 N. State St. Tickets are $10 and additional showings happen May 18-20. http://www.baay.org 7:00pm
Sailing Excursions: Sail aboard Puget Sound’s environmental tall ship, Adventuress, this weekend with sails from 11am-2pm Saturday and 11am-2pm and 3-6pm Sunday leaving from the Squalicum Harbor Marina. Cost is $25-$38, but moms can sail for free on Sunday. http://www.soundexp.org 11:00am
Gallery Grand Opening: Head to Ferndale for a Grand Opening from 11am-5pm Sat.-Sun. at Clarissa Callesen's new gallery and studio, Strange and Wonderful Things, 1920 Main St., #8. 305-9058 11:00am
Brasileria: Bellingham Sings and the Whatcom Jazz Singers host the Brazilian-influenced band Brasileira and the Jennifer Scott Quartet with shows at 7:30pm Sat. and 4pm Sun. at the Amadeus Project, 1209 Cornwall Ave. Tickets are $16 in advance or $20 at the door. 676-1024 7:30pm
Blaine Studio Tour: View works by more than 30 artists and take in some of Whatcom County’s picturesque scenery at the annual Mother’s Day Studio Tour happening from 10am-5pm Sat.-Sun. throughout Blaine. The self-guided tour is free. http://www.blaineartists.com 10:00am
FAIRHAVEN RIDE: Meet up with folks from Fairhaven Bike & Ski for a weekly race-pace ride at 8am at the Fairhaven Village Green. 733-4433 or http://www.fairhavenbike.com 8:00am
Pancake Breakfast: All-you-can-eat pancakes will be the highlight of the monthly Pancake Breakfast from 8am-12pm at Blaine’s Haynie Grange, 3344 Haynie Rd. 366-5623 8:00am
Mother’s Day Brunch: Reservations are recommended for today’s Mother’s Day Brunch happening from 10am-2pm in the beer garden at Boundary Bay Brewery, 1107 Railroad Ave. Cost is $12 for kids and $20 for adults (and includes a mimosa for moms). http://www.bbaybrewery.com 10:00am
Big Rock Garden Party: The Friends of Big Rock Garden Park and Bellingham Parks and Rec will host a Garden Party from 1-4pm at the Big Rock Garden Park, 2900 Sylvan St. In addition to being able to view a variety of sculptures while walking the wooded trails, there’ll be live music, poetry and a variety of plein air painters doing their thing. Entry is free. Parking is limited, so consider catching a shuttle bus from Bloedel Donovan Park. http://www.cob.org 1:00pm
The Cantrells: Acoustic folk and bluegrass will be among the genres performed when the Cantrells do their thing at 2pm at Nancy’s Farm, 2030 E. Smith Rd. Suggested donation is $15. http://www.nancysfarm.com 2:00pm
Whatcom Symphony Orchestra: The Whatcom Symphony Orchestra presents its season finale, “Bellisima!,” at 3pm at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. The show will be the last for longtime artistic director Roger Briggs, so don’t miss out. Tickets are $12-$39. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 3:00pm
Alan Gerber: Dynamic instrumentalist, vocalist, producer and comic Alan Gerber performs at 7pm at the Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth, 1059 N. State St. Tickets are $8-$20. http://www.baay.org or http://www.alangerber.org 7:00pm
Monday, May 14, 2012 (6 events)
Calidore String Quartet: The award-winning Calidore String Quartet performs at 7:30pm Wed. at WWU’s Performing Arts Center Concert Hall, 3pm Sat. at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church and 7pm Wed., May 16 at Whatcom Middle School. Entry is free for students, and $10 general. Proceeds will help pay for Whatcom County in-school music programs. http://www.belllingamfestival.org 7:30pm
Hiking Primer: Join Greentrail Maps for a “Hiking: Planning for a Safe Trip” clinic at 6pm at REI, 400 36th St. Each attendee will also receive a free map. Register in advance for the free presentation. 647-8955 or http://www.rei.com 6:00pm
Poetrynight: Read your original verse at poetrynight at 8:30pm at the Amadeus Project, 1209 Cornwall Ave. Sign-ups start at 8pm. http://www.poetrynight.org 8:00pm
Beginning Bolero: Nathan Simler leads a “Beginning Bolero” course starting tonight at 8pm at the Majestic, 1027 N. Forest St. Drop-in pricing for the six-week course is available, although regular attendance is encouraged. http://www.nathansimlerballroom.com 8:00pm
Tuesday, May 15, 2012 (8 events)
Trawler Fest: A five-day celebration of the cruising-under-power lifestyle known as Trawler Fest takes place from Tues.-Sat. at the Cap Sante Boat Haven in Anacortes. A boat show, educational seminars and much will be part of the boating fun. http://www.passagemaker.com 12:00am
Calidore String Quartet: The award-winning Calidore String Quartet performs at 7:30pm Wed. at WWU’s Performing Arts Center Concert Hall, 3pm Sat. at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church and 7pm Wed., May 16 at Whatcom Middle School. Entry is free for students, and $10 general. Proceeds will help pay for Whatcom County in-school music programs. http://www.belllingamfestival.org 7:30pm
Author Talk: Jennifer Bradbury will talk about the cross-country bike trip that provided inspiration for her book Shift at 3:30pm at the Lynden Public Library, 216 4th St. 354-4883 3:30pm
Cupcake Class: Local cake master Andy Millage helms a “Let Them Eat (Cup)Cakes!” class at 5:30pm at Ciao Thyme, 207 Unity St. Entry is $38. http://www.ciaothyme.com 5:30pm
River Journals: Poet and writer Tim McNulty reads and talks about Notes from Disappearing Lake: The River Journals of Robert Sund at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. McNulty—who edited the book of poetry—was a close friend of Sund's. Entry is free. http://www.villagebooks.com 7:00pm
Good Food Film: As part of the Reel Food Film Fest, view the Washington-based documentary Good Food at 7pm in Maple Falls at the North Fork Library, 7506 Kendall Rd. Entry is free and includes a discussion and refreshments. 599-2020 7:00pm
Vaudevillingham: The Bellingham Circus Guild presents its monthly variety show, Vaudevillingham, at 8pm and 10pm performances at the Depot Market Square. As part of the 8pm show, sideshow performer JustinCredible will attempt to break a Guinness Book of World Records feat for “longest string passed through the nose and mouth in one minute.” Suggested donation is $5-$10. http://www.bellinghamcircusguild.com 8:00pm
Comedy Showcase: Enjoy an evening of standup comedy at the “Best of the Northwest” at 9pm at the Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St. Comedians Kevin Hyder, Edrease Peshtaz, Jesse Villacis, Tristan Devin (and more) have performed in venues throughout the country. Tickets are $7. http://www.wildbuffalo.net 9:00pm
Wednesday, May 16, 2012 (11 events)
Trawler Fest: A five-day celebration of the cruising-under-power lifestyle known as Trawler Fest takes place from Tues.-Sat. at the Cap Sante Boat Haven in Anacortes. A boat show, educational seminars and much will be part of the boating fun. http://www.passagemaker.com 12:00am
Rent: The song-and-dance spectacular known as Rent can be seen at 7:30pm Wed.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at Western Washington University’s Performing Arts Center mainstage. Tickets are $8-$12. 650-6146 7:30pm
Calidore String Quartet: The award-winning Calidore String Quartet performs at 7:30pm Wed. at WWU’s Performing Arts Center Concert Hall, 3pm Sat. at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church and 7pm Wed., May 16 at Whatcom Middle School. Entry is free for students, and $10 general. Proceeds will help pay for Whatcom County in-school music programs. http://www.belllingamfestival.org 7:30pm
Tea Time:Sinfully Easy Delicious Desserts cookbook author Alice Medrich will be on hand for an afternoon “Tea Time & Dessert Tasting” gathering at 3pm at the Book Fare Café in Village Books, 1200 11th St. Tickets are $10 and include tea or coffee and a sampling of goodies featured in the book. http://www.villagebooks.com 3:00pm
Cable Griffith Talk: Seattle-based artist and curator Cable Griffith will present his work at a free public lecture at 4pm at WWU’s Community Facility Building, room 105. 650-3747 4:00pm
GROUP RIDE: The Mt. Baker Bike Club hosts a Group Ride starting every Wednesday at 6pm at Boundary Bay Brewery, 1107 Railroad Ave. Be prepared to ride for 30 miles at a race/training pace, and regroup at the brewery following the excursion. http://www.mtbakerbikeclub.org 6:00pm
Cocktails and Snacks: Daphne’s Jeffrey Howard schools participants in a “Sexy Cocktails and Bar Snacks” course at 6:30pm at Ciao Thyme, 207 Unity St. Shawn Warner will also be on hand. Cost is $48. http://www.ciaothyme.com 6:30pm
Chinese Home Cooking: Robert Fong leads a “Chinese-Style Home Cooking” course from 6:30-9pm at the Community Food Co-op, 1220 N. Forest St. Cost is $39 with an optional $8 wine fee payable at class. 383-3200 6:30pm
Intro to Improv: Sheila Goldsmith teaches an introductory improv course from 7-9pm at Improv Playworks, 302 W. Illinois St. Sign up in advance for the free workshop. 756-0756 7:00pm
Trawler Fest: A five-day celebration of the cruising-under-power lifestyle known as Trawler Fest takes place from Tues.-Sat. at the Cap Sante Boat Haven in Anacortes. A boat show, educational seminars and much will be part of the boating fun. http://www.passagemaker.com 12:00am
Rent: The song-and-dance spectacular known as Rent can be seen at 7:30pm Wed.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at Western Washington University’s Performing Arts Center mainstage. Tickets are $8-$12. 650-6146 7:30pm
Body Language: The Provocateurs present “Body Language,” a cabaret/burlesque variety show exploring the dynamics of relationships through movement, at 8pm Thurs.-Fri. at the SPARK Museum, 1312 Bay St. Music from Bar Tabac will be part of the show. Tickets are $12. http://www.sparkmuseum.org 8:00pm
Briseis: A new play by Glenn Hergenhahn , Briseis, opens this week with 8pm showings Thurs.-Sat. at the iDiOM Theater, 1418 Cornwall Ave. The comic tragedy focuses on one of the lesser-known characters of the Trojan War. Tickets are $5 opening night, $10 otherwise. Additional showings happen through June 2. 220-5446 or http://www.idiomtheater.com 8:00pm
One-Act Plays: A variety of student-written, acted and directed one-act plays and monologues can be seen at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat. at Whatcom Community College’s Syre Theater, 237 W. Kellogg Rd. Tickets are $5. http://www.whatcom.ctc.edu 7:30pm
Happy Days: i>Happy Days, A New Musical shows for the final weekend at 7:30pm Thurs.-Fri. and 2pm Sat.-Sun. at Lynden’s Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 655 Front St. Tickets are $8-$12. http://www.clairevgtheatre.com 7:30pm
Skagit River Poetry Festival: Nikki Giovanni, Simon Ortiz, Tony Hoagland, Lorna Crozier, Tim McNulty, and Simon Ortiz will be among the many poets taking part in this year’s Skagit River Poetry Festival happening Thurs.-Sun. throughout La Conner. Interviews, literary conversations, musical performances, workshops and much more will be part of the wordy fun. Ticket prices vary. http://www.skagitriverpoetry.org 12:00am
Birding 101: Learn how to identify birds, birding etiquette and much more at a “Birding 101” Brown Bag presentation with expert Ken Salzman at 12:30pm at the Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St. Suggested donation is $3. http://www.whatcommuseum.org 12:30pm
Salmon Lifecycles: View “Honoring the Lifecycle of the Salmon” at an opening reception from 3-6:30pm at Ferndale’s Lummi Gateway Center, 4920 Rural Ave. In addition to the art, there’ll be storytelling, performances and more. The display hangs through May. 384-2331 3:00pm
Poet’s Table Dinner: As part of the Skagit River Poetry Festival, sign up for a “Poet’s Table” Dinner at 5:30pm at La Conner’s Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St. Tickets are $75 and include local cuisine, fine wine, poetry and conversations with the poets seated at your table. http://www.skagitriverpoetry.org 5:30pm
Teddy Bear Run: Join staff from Fairhaven Runners for a “Run for the Teddy Bear (Cove)" at 6pm starting at the Interurban Trail’s Rotary Trailhead parking lot off Old Fairhaven Pkwy. Entry is free. http://www.fairhavenrunners.com 6:00pm
Best of Bacon: Cookbook author Mary Ellen Carter helms a “Best of Bacon” class from 6-8pm at the Cordata Community Food Co-op, 315 Westerly Rd. Old World Deli’s Christos Adams will also be on hand to provide insights. Cost is $39. 383-3200 6:00pm
Urban Farm Revival: Learn more about brothers David and Michael Hanson and urban farmer Edwin Marty’s new book Breaking Through Concrete: Building and Urban Farm Revival at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. The book documents 12 successful urban farm programs. http://www.villagebooks.com 7:00pm
Folk Dance Party: Learn Balkan, Israeli, Romani and Greek dancing with the Fourth Corner Folk Dancers from 7-10pm every Thursday at the Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. Suggested donation is $5 (first-time visitors and students are free). 380-0456 7:00pm
Fourth Corner Folk Dancers: Learn Balkan folk dances with the Fourth Corner Folk Dancers from 7:15-10:15pm every Thursday at the Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. All ages are welcome, and no partner is necessary. Suggested donation is $5; first-time visitors and students are free. 380-0456 7:15pm
Wind Symphony: Guest artists Charles Vilarrubian and composer Donald Grantham will perform with WWU’s Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band at 8pm at the school’s Performing Arts Center Concert Hall. Entry is free and open to the public. 650-3130 8:00pm
GOOD, BAD, UGLY: Watch “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” at 8pm every Thursday at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. At 10pm, stick around for “The Project.” Entry is $7 for the early show, $4 for the late one. 733-8855 or http://www.theupfront.com 8:00pm
Friday, May 18, 2012 (27 events)
Trawler Fest: A five-day celebration of the cruising-under-power lifestyle known as Trawler Fest takes place from Tues.-Sat. at the Cap Sante Boat Haven in Anacortes. A boat show, educational seminars and much will be part of the boating fun. http://www.passagemaker.com 12:00am
Rent: The song-and-dance spectacular known as Rent can be seen at 7:30pm Wed.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at Western Washington University’s Performing Arts Center mainstage. Tickets are $8-$12. 650-6146 7:30pm
Body Language: The Provocateurs present “Body Language,” a cabaret/burlesque variety show exploring the dynamics of relationships through movement, at 8pm Thurs.-Fri. at the SPARK Museum, 1312 Bay St. Music from Bar Tabac will be part of the show. Tickets are $12. http://www.sparkmuseum.org 8:00pm
Briseis: A new play by Glenn Hergenhahn , Briseis, opens this week with 8pm showings Thurs.-Sat. at the iDiOM Theater, 1418 Cornwall Ave. The comic tragedy focuses on one of the lesser-known characters of the Trojan War. Tickets are $5 opening night, $10 otherwise. Additional showings happen through June 2. 220-5446 or http://www.idiomtheater.com 8:00pm
One-Act Plays: A variety of student-written, acted and directed one-act plays and monologues can be seen at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat. at Whatcom Community College’s Syre Theater, 237 W. Kellogg Rd. Tickets are $5. http://www.whatcom.ctc.edu 7:30pm
Happy Days: i>Happy Days, A New Musical shows for the final weekend at 7:30pm Thurs.-Fri. and 2pm Sat.-Sun. at Lynden’s Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 655 Front St. Tickets are $8-$12. http://www.clairevgtheatre.com 7:30pm
Skagit River Poetry Festival: Nikki Giovanni, Simon Ortiz, Tony Hoagland, Lorna Crozier, Tim McNulty, and Simon Ortiz will be among the many poets taking part in this year’s Skagit River Poetry Festival happening Thurs.-Sun. throughout La Conner. Interviews, literary conversations, musical performances, workshops and much more will be part of the wordy fun. Ticket prices vary. http://www.skagitriverpoetry.org 12:00am
Welding Rodeo: Watch the sparks fly at the 11th annual Welding Rodeo happening from 8am-5pm Friday and Saturday at Bellingham Technical College, 3028 Lindbergh Ave. Amateurs will weld sculptures on Friday and pros will do their thing Saturday. In addition to watching what’s created from an “In the Garden” theme, there’ll be industry vendor booths, auctions of the items, food and more. Entry is free. http://www.weldingrodeo.com 8:00am
Food Solidarity Conference: The 9th annual CASCAID Community Advocacy Conference focuses on the theme of “Food Solidarity” Friday and Saturday at WWU’s new Academic West building. Longtime food activist Eric Holt-Giminez will be the keynote speaker. Workshops, discussion forums, academic panels and more will happen throughout. All events are free and open to the public. http://www.wwucascaid.info 12:00am
Mixed Bag: Through May, view showings of Doubles at 8pm at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. At 10pm, stick around for “Cops 911.” Tickets are $8-$10. 733-8855 or http://www.theupfront.com 8:00pm
Murder Mystery Parody:Frankly Scarlet, You’re Dead!, a murder mystery parody, shows at 7:30pm Fri.-Sat. at Mount Vernon’s RiverBelle Theatre, 100 E. Montgomery. Tickets are $30 and include beverages and a dessert buffet. Shows continue through May 26. http://www.riverbelledinnertheatre.com 7:30pm
Just Right for Right Now: The Bellingham Children’s Theatre presents Just Right for Right Now at 7pm Fri.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at its home base at 1412 Cornwall Ave. The play dives into stereotypes that elders have about kids, and vice versa. Tickets are $6-$12. 734-9999 or http://www.bellinghamchildrenstheatre.com 7:00pm
Back 2 Bellingham: A carnival, concerts, live theater and improv, a lowrider show, educational and reunion activities, a golf tournament and much, much more will be part of the Back2Bellingham Alumni & Family Reunion Weekend from Friday through Sunday at a variety of venues both on the WWU campus and off. Prices vary. http://www.wwu.edu/back2bellingham/ 12:00am
Twelve Angry Men: Did a 19-year-old man stab his father to death? Find out when the A.L.T.A. Theatre presents the jury room drama, Twelve Angry Men, at 7pm Fri.-Sat., and 2:30pm Sun. at Alger Community Church, 1475 Silver Run Lane. Tickets are $12-$14. http://www.altatheatre.com 7:00pm
Cinderella: Wicked stepmothers, glass slippers and surly stepsisters will all make appearances when the Northwest Washington Theatre Guild presents the timeless fairytale, Cinderella, at 7:30pm Fri.-Sat., and 2pm Sun. at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets are $15-$24. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:00pm
The Wiz: Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth students present showings of the musical The Wiz at 7pm Fri., 2pm and 7pm Sat., and 2pm Sun. at the group’s digs at 1059 N. State St. Tickets are $10. http://www.baay.org 7:00pm
Bike to Work and School Day: More than 30 celebration stations will be set up throughout Bellingham and Whatcom County from 6:30-9:30am to draw attention to the 15th anniversary of Bike to Work and School Day in the area. Refreshments, gifts, prize drawings and more will be part of the free fun. A party will also take place from 5-10pm at Chuckanut Brewery, 601 W. Holly St. http://www.everybodybike.com or http://www.biketoworkandschoolday.org 6:30am
Spring Farm Tour: Join Skagitonians to Preserve Farmland for a behind-the-scenes look at Skagit agriculture at a Spring Farm Tour starting at 8:30am at Mount Vernon’s Northwest Washington Research and Extension Center, 16650 State Hwy. Tickets are $15-$25 and include a continental breakfast and lunch. http://www.skagitonians.org 8:30am
The Road Less Graveled: Local tradeswomen will demonstrate and teach skills and provide information about their nontraditional careers, training resources and employment opportunities at “The Road Less Graveled” from 8:30am-12:30pm at the Bellingham Technical College. Register in advance. 752-8483 or http://www.btc.ctc.edu 8:30am
VIGIL FOR PEACE: Join the longest-running Peace Vigil in the country—48 years and counting—from 4-5pm every Friday afternoon at the corners of Cornwall Avenue and Magnolia Street. http://www.whatcompjc.org 4:00pm
Life of Reiki: Hawaii Reiki master Shalandra Abbey signs copies of her book Living a Life of Reiki: From Complete Healthcare to Ultimate Freedom in Day-to-Day Life from 5-8pm at Barnes & Noble, 4099 Meridian St. 319-5744 5:00pm
Ladies Night Out: Local retailers and restaurants will host exclusives sales, promotions and food and drink specials at Ladies Night Out starting at 5pm in downtown Bellingham. The evening will continue at 8pm at the Underground with live entertainment, a fashion show, raffle and more. Tickets to the Underground event are $12 in advance and $15 at the door; funds raised benefit the Womencare Shelter. http://www.downtownbellingham.com 5:00pm
Molly Landreth Talk: As part of the “Embodiment: A Portrait of Queer Life in America,” exhibit, artist Molly Landreth will talk about her work at 6pm at Jinx Art Space, 306 Flora St. The show can be seen from 12-4pm Tues.-Sat. through May 27. http://www.makeshiftproject.com 6:00pm
Barn Bingo: Help build the South Whatcom Public Library at a “Bingo in the Barn” fundraiser from 6:15-9pm at the Sudden Valley Dance Barn, Gate 2. The event is all-ages. 306-1800 6:15pm
Family Story Night: Members of the Bellingham Storyteller’s Guild will tell tales at Family Story Night at 7pm at the Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. Entry is free. 778-7188 7:00pm
Monk Messages: Katherine Jenkins shares stories and passages from her autobiographical book, Lessons from the Monk I Married, at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. http://www.villagebooks.com 7:00pm
Early Music Festival: As part of the Salish Sea Early Music Festival, attend “An Evening with Wilhelmine” at 7:30pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St. Performers include Jeffrey Cohan (flute), John Schneiderman (baroque lute, cello), and John Lutterman (cello). Suggested donation is $15-$20. http://www.concertspirituel.org 7:30pm
Saturday, May 19, 2012 (39 events)
Trawler Fest: A five-day celebration of the cruising-under-power lifestyle known as Trawler Fest takes place from Tues.-Sat. at the Cap Sante Boat Haven in Anacortes. A boat show, educational seminars and much will be part of the boating fun. http://www.passagemaker.com 12:00am
Rent: The song-and-dance spectacular known as Rent can be seen at 7:30pm Wed.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at Western Washington University’s Performing Arts Center mainstage. Tickets are $8-$12. 650-6146 7:30pm
Camano Studio Tour: More than 60 artists will show and share their creative wares at 37 studios and galleries from 10am-5pm Fri.-Sun. as part of the Camano Island Studio Tour. The self-guided tour is free. http://www.camanoarts.org 10:00am
Briseis: A new play by Glenn Hergenhahn , Briseis, opens this week with 8pm showings Thurs.-Sat. at the iDiOM Theater, 1418 Cornwall Ave. The comic tragedy focuses on one of the lesser-known characters of the Trojan War. Tickets are $5 opening night, $10 otherwise. Additional showings happen through June 2. 220-5446 or http://www.idiomtheater.com 8:00pm
One-Act Plays: A variety of student-written, acted and directed one-act plays and monologues can be seen at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat. at Whatcom Community College’s Syre Theater, 237 W. Kellogg Rd. Tickets are $5. http://www.whatcom.ctc.edu 7:30pm
Happy Days: i>Happy Days, A New Musical shows for the final weekend at 7:30pm Thurs.-Fri. and 2pm Sat.-Sun. at Lynden’s Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 655 Front St. Tickets are $8-$12. http://www.clairevgtheatre.com 7:30pm
Skagit River Poetry Festival: Nikki Giovanni, Simon Ortiz, Tony Hoagland, Lorna Crozier, Tim McNulty, and Simon Ortiz will be among the many poets taking part in this year’s Skagit River Poetry Festival happening Thurs.-Sun. throughout La Conner. Interviews, literary conversations, musical performances, workshops and much more will be part of the wordy fun. Ticket prices vary. http://www.skagitriverpoetry.org 12:00am
Welding Rodeo: Watch the sparks fly at the 11th annual Welding Rodeo happening from 8am-5pm Friday and Saturday at Bellingham Technical College, 3028 Lindbergh Ave. Amateurs will weld sculptures on Friday and pros will do their thing Saturday. In addition to watching what’s created from an “In the Garden” theme, there’ll be industry vendor booths, auctions of the items, food and more. Entry is free. http://www.weldingrodeo.com 8:00am
Food Solidarity Conference: The 9th annual CASCAID Community Advocacy Conference focuses on the theme of “Food Solidarity” Friday and Saturday at WWU’s new Academic West building. Longtime food activist Eric Holt-Giminez will be the keynote speaker. Workshops, discussion forums, academic panels and more will happen throughout. All events are free and open to the public. http://www.wwucascaid.info 12:00am
Mixed Bag: Through May, view showings of Doubles at 8pm at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. At 10pm, stick around for “Cops 911.” Tickets are $8-$10. 733-8855 or http://www.theupfront.com 8:00pm
Murder Mystery Parody:Frankly Scarlet, You’re Dead!, a murder mystery parody, shows at 7:30pm Fri.-Sat. at Mount Vernon’s RiverBelle Theatre, 100 E. Montgomery. Tickets are $30 and include beverages and a dessert buffet. Shows continue through May 26. http://www.riverbelledinnertheatre.com 7:30pm
Just Right for Right Now: The Bellingham Children’s Theatre presents Just Right for Right Now at 7pm Fri.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at its home base at 1412 Cornwall Ave. The play dives into stereotypes that elders have about kids, and vice versa. Tickets are $6-$12. 734-9999 or http://www.bellinghamchildrenstheatre.com 7:00pm
Back 2 Bellingham: A carnival, concerts, live theater and improv, a lowrider show, educational and reunion activities, a golf tournament and much, much more will be part of the Back2Bellingham Alumni & Family Reunion Weekend from Friday through Sunday at a variety of venues both on the WWU campus and off. Prices vary. http://www.wwu.edu/back2bellingham/ 12:00am
Twelve Angry Men: Did a 19-year-old man stab his father to death? Find out when the A.L.T.A. Theatre presents the jury room drama, Twelve Angry Men, at 7pm Fri.-Sat., and 2:30pm Sun. at Alger Community Church, 1475 Silver Run Lane. Tickets are $12-$14. http://www.altatheatre.com 7:00pm
Cinderella: Wicked stepmothers, glass slippers and surly stepsisters will all make appearances when the Northwest Washington Theatre Guild presents the timeless fairytale, Cinderella, at 7:30pm Fri.-Sat., and 2pm Sun. at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets are $15-$24. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:00pm
The Wiz: Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth students present showings of the musical The Wiz at 7pm Fri., 2pm and 7pm Sat., and 2pm Sun. at the group’s digs at 1059 N. State St. Tickets are $10. http://www.baay.org 7:00pm
Pancake Breakfast: Pancakes, French toast, biscuits and gravy and more will be available at today’s Pancake Breakfast from 8-11am at the Ferndale Senior Activity Center, 1999 Cherry St. Cost is $3 for kids, $6 for adults. 384-6244 8:00am
Swedish Pancake Breakfast: Enjoy “Swedish pancakes made by Norwegians” at the monthly Swedish Pancake Breakfast from 8-11am at Norway Hall, 1419 N. Forest St. Entry is $3 for kids, $7 for adults. 733-6618 8:00am
Cascade Cuts Plant Sale: Help raise funds for Sustainable Connections’ Food & Farming Program at the annual one-day-only Cascade Cuts Plant Sale happening from 9am-4pm at the nursery at 632 Montgomery Rd. In addition to bargains on everything from hanging plants to ornamentals and veggie starts, there’ll be live music and lots to look at. http://www.sustainableconnections.org 9:00am
Ski to Sea Jr.: Come cheer on young participants at the Jr. Ski to Sea races happening from 9am-4pm at Lake Padden. Registration has closed for the event. http://www.jrskitosea.com 9:00am
Bay View Run: The 30th annual Bay View Women’s Walk/Run begins at 10am at the Bay View State Park. Attendees can choose from a 2-mile walk or run or a 10K race. Entry frees are $20-$45; proceeds benefit Skagit Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services. http://www.skagitdvsas.org 10:00am
Tomato Class: Gardening columnist Chuck McClung leads a “Tomatoes: Heirlooms, Grafted, Hybrids and More” class at 10am at Bakerview Nursery, 676-0400. Entry is free; register in advance. http://www.bakerviewnursery.com 10:00am
Bellingham Farmers Market: Get the freshest produce—and much more—at the Bellingham Farmers Market from 10am-3pm every Saturday through December at the Depot Market Square on the corner of Chestnut Street and Railroad Avenue. 647-2060 or http://www.bellinghamfarmers.org 10:00am
Backyard Habitat and Native Flora Fair: A native plant sale, guided plant walks and tours in Fairhaven, activities for kids, information booths and much more will be part of the annual Backyard Habitat & Native Flora Fair from 10am-4pm at the Fairhaven Village Green and beyond. Entry is free. 778-7105 or http://www.wnps.org 10:00am
Adaptive Cycles Expo: Conveyances for both kids and adults can be tested at an Adaptive Cycles Expo from 11am-2pm at the track at Bellingham’s Civic Field, 1225 Civic Field Way. Entry is free and all are welcome. 778-7025 11:00am
Women Voters Meeting: “Why Are We Voting for Judges Anyway? A Reality Check of Today’s Judicial Campaigns” will be the focus of a talk with political and media consultant Cathy Allen at today’s League of Women Voters annual meeting at 12pm at the YWCA Ballroom, 1026 Forest St. Lunch will be available for $15. http://www.lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org 12:00pm
Cheese Class: Native German cheese maker Corina Sahlin leads a “Gouda Cheese-Making Class” from 12-3:30pm at her family farm in Marblemount. Cost for the hands-on course is $45. http://www.marblemounthomestead.com 12:00pm
Older American Celebration: Participants of all ages can celebrate Old Americans Month from 12:30-4pm at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center, 315 Halleck St. A panel discussion, dancing, singing, billiards and more will be part of the free fun. 733-4030 or http://www.wccoa.org 12:30pm
Zombies vs. Humans: If you’re interested in taking part in the “Save Our City: Zombies vs. Humans” water balloon battle today, meet at 1pm at Maritime Heritage Park. The full rules for the event, as well as details for play and inspiration for costumes, are (or will be) available at the website listed below. http://www.blackdropcoffeehouse.com 1:00pm
Unbreakable Spirit: Local bestselling author Dawn-Marie Hanrahan discusses the book Unbreakable Spirit: Rising Above the Impossible at 2pm at the Ferndale Library, 2007 Cherry St. 384-3647 2:00pm
Wonders of Whatcom: “The Search for T.G. Nicklin” will be the focus of today’s Wonders of Whatcom presentation at 2:30pm at the Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. Entry is free. 778-7323 2:30pm
Armed Forces Day: Retired Lieutenant Colonel Tom Schornak, a career Air Force pilot, will talk about his experiences at an Armed Forces Day presentation at 3pm at the Everson McBeath Community Library, 104 Kirsch Dr. 966-5100 3:00pm
Wine Tasting Fundraiser: The Bellingham branch of the American Association of University Women will host a fundraising Wine Tasting from 3-6pm at Vartanyan Estate Winery, 1628 Huntley Rd. Tickets are $20 and include light refreshments, a barrel tasting and raffle drawings. 933-4314 3:00pm
Fundraiser Auction: Whatcom County’s Habitat for Humanity will host a Fundraising Auction starting at 5:30pm at the Hotel Bellwether Ballroom. Tickets are $75 and include the auction, dinner and entertainment. http://www.hfhwhatcom.org 5:30pm
Firehouse Fundraiser: Performances by the likes of Stone Town Theatre Works, Mike Mathieu, Dance Gallery, Bellingham Repertory Dance, Kuntz and Company, and others will be part of a fundraiser for the Firehouse Performing Arts Center at 6pm at the eponymous space at 1314 Harris Ave. Tickets are $65 per person or $100 per couple and include food and drink. http://www.bhamrep.org/support 6:00pm
Tim Scott and Red House: Musician Tim Scott and his band Red House will perform at a fundraiser for the Rainbow Recovery Center at a concert and dance happening from 6-10pm at the SPARK Museum, 1312 Bay St. Tickets are $20-$25. 752-2577 or http://www.sparkmuseum.org 6:00pm
Spring Dance Program: Day-to-Day Dance Productions and Whatcom Fitness’ children’s dance program present a spring benefit show, “Life in the Garden,” at 7pm at the Blaine Performing Arts Center, 975 H St. Tickets are $2-$8. 332-6613 7:00pm
Mambo Mania: USA Dance Bellingham presents “Mambo Mania Under a Rumba Moon” from 7-10pm at the Blue Moon Ballroom, 1213 Cornwall Ave. Beginners and singles are welcome. Entry is $7-$10. http://www.bellinghamusadance.com 7:00pm
Skagit Symphony: Violinist Mary Kay Robinson and oboist Joseph Robinson will be the featured performers at the Skagit Symphony’s “Masterpiece Concert” at 7:30pm at Mount Vernon’s McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way. Tickets are $20-$40. http://www.mcintyrehall.org 7:30pm
