The Fantasticks: The third annual Winter Repertory Theatre at the Mount Baker Theatre presents showings of the longest-running theatrical production in the world, The Fantasticks, with shows at 7:30pm Wed.-Sat., 2pm Sun., and 7:30pm Tues.-Wed. at the Walton Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets to the see the musical are $10-$20 and additional showings take place through March 18. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
B.O.A.T Festival: View 12 short plays and musicals during the BOAT (Bellingham One-Act Theatre) Festival nightly at 7pm through March 3 (except Sun., Feb. 26) at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. The festival is divided into four slates of two to three shows. Entry is $4 per show or $10 for a festival pass. http://www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com 7:00pm
The Diary of Anne Frank: The Lynden Performing Arts Guild presents performances of the real-life drama, The Diary of Anne Frank, at 7:30pm Thurs.-Fri. and 2pm Sat.-Sun. at the Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 655 Front St. Tickets are $8-$12 and additional showings take place through March 4. http://www.clairvgtheatre.org 7:30pm
Into the Woods: The Skagit Valley College Department of Music and Theatre presents Stephen Sondheim’s magical, musical adventure, Into the Woods, at 7:30pm Fri.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at Mount Vernon’s McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way. Tickets are $15-$25 and additional shows happen March 3-5. http://www.mcintyrehall.org 7:30pm
Once Upon a Mattress: Lynden High School students present showings of the fairytale musical known as Once Upon a Mattress at 7pm Fri.-Sat., and 2pm Sun. at Judson Hall, 516 Main St. Tickets are $6-$8 and additional showings occur March 3-6. http://www.lyndenhighschooldrama.com 7:00pm
Poke, Chat, Friend: Take a look at how our personal lives and intimate relationships are affected and shaped by today’s technology at an opening night performance of Drue Robinson’s Viewpoints Theatre Ensemble’s Poke•Chat•Friend at 7pm Fri.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at 1412 Cornwall Ave. Tickets are $12 and additional shows take place Feb. 24-26. 734-9999 7:00pm
Winter Commission IV: The annual art, music and film extravaganza known as the Winter Commission takes place from 7pm-2am at the Spark Museum of Electrical Invention, 1312 Bay St. Suggested donation is $3. This year's theme is "Disaster." http://www.wintercommission.com 7:00pm
Shimmer: Kuntz and Company, in collaboration with the Whatcom Museum, present “Shimmer” performances at 7pm Saturday and 2pm Sunday in the Lesley Dill exhibition gallery at the Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St. The performance, which features both pro dancers and community members, relates to Dill’s exhibition of the same name. Tickets are $4-$10. http://www.whatcommuseum.org or http://www.kuntzandcompany.org 7:00pm
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
BUF Choir: The Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship’s choir will sing an African national anthem, “Shosholoza,” at 9:15am and 11:15am at 1207 Ellsworth St. They’ll be accompanied on wooden-key xylophones by Ruvara Marimba. http://www.buf.org 9:15am
Big Bean Brunch: The Big White Bean offers up a Sunday Brunch starting at 10:30am at Ciao Thyme’s In the Kitchen, 207 Unity St. Entry is $35 and includes four comforting courses, tea, coffee and beer served plain, red or beer-mosa style http://www.thebigwhitebean.com 10:30am
Walking Seattle: Clark Humphrey shares tips and tales from his book Walking Seattle: 35 Tours of the Jet City’s Parks, Landmarks, Neighborhoods and Scenic Views at 2pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. http://www.villagebooks.com 2:00pm
Organ Society: The Mount Baker Theatre Organ Society presents a double-header with performances by Stormy Sea, the Gales, Dorothy Watson, and Vernon Greenstreet at 3pm at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Suggested donation is $10. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 3:00pm
Flute Recital: WWU students of Lisa McCarthy will perform a Flute Studio Recital from 4-6pm at the Performing Arts Center Concert Hall. Entry is free and open to the public. 650-3130 4:00pm
Art of Jazz: The Jud Sherwood Trio will perform at the first Art of Jazz concert of the season from 4-6:30pm at the Amadeus Project, 1209 Cornwall Ave. Cost is $15 general and free for members. http://www.jazzproject.org 4:00pm
Monday, February 27, 2012 (5 events)
The Fantasticks: The third annual Winter Repertory Theatre at the Mount Baker Theatre presents showings of the longest-running theatrical production in the world, The Fantasticks, with shows at 7:30pm Wed.-Sat., 2pm Sun., and 7:30pm Tues.-Wed. at the Walton Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets to the see the musical are $10-$20 and additional showings take place through March 18. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
B.O.A.T Festival: View 12 short plays and musicals during the BOAT (Bellingham One-Act Theatre) Festival nightly at 7pm through March 3 (except Sun., Feb. 26) at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. The festival is divided into four slates of two to three shows. Entry is $4 per show or $10 for a festival pass. http://www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com 7:00pm
Helmet Cam Tips: “Tips, Tricks and Video Clips” will be the focus of a free clinic focusin on getting the most from your helmet cam at 6pm at REI, 400 36th St. Hometown pro athlete Nick Ennen will lead the way. Register in advance. 647-8955 or http://www.rei.com 6:00pm
Whatcom Art Guild Meeting: The Whatcom Art Guild hosts its monthly meeting from 7-9pm at the Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. La Conner artist Dee Doyle will lead an interactive and motivational discussion focusing on artistic journeys. Entry is free and open to all. http://www.whatcomartguild.org 7:00pm
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
Tuesday, February 28, 2012 (3 events)
The Fantasticks: The third annual Winter Repertory Theatre at the Mount Baker Theatre presents showings of the longest-running theatrical production in the world, The Fantasticks, with shows at 7:30pm Wed.-Sat., 2pm Sun., and 7:30pm Tues.-Wed. at the Walton Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets to the see the musical are $10-$20 and additional showings take place through March 18. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
B.O.A.T Festival: View 12 short plays and musicals during the BOAT (Bellingham One-Act Theatre) Festival nightly at 7pm through March 3 (except Sun., Feb. 26) at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. The festival is divided into four slates of two to three shows. Entry is $4 per show or $10 for a festival pass. http://www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com 7:00pm
Outdoor Photo Basics: Patrick Kennedy leads an “Outdoor Photography Basics” clinic at 6pm at REI, 400 36th St. Register in advance for the free workshop. 647-8955 or http://www.rei.com 6:00pm
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 (8 events)
The Fantasticks: The third annual Winter Repertory Theatre at the Mount Baker Theatre presents showings of the longest-running theatrical production in the world, The Fantasticks, with shows at 7:30pm Wed.-Sat., 2pm Sun., and 7:30pm Tues.-Wed. at the Walton Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets to the see the musical are $10-$20 and additional showings take place through March 18. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
B.O.A.T Festival: View 12 short plays and musicals during the BOAT (Bellingham One-Act Theatre) Festival nightly at 7pm through March 3 (except Sun., Feb. 26) at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. The festival is divided into four slates of two to three shows. Entry is $4 per show or $10 for a festival pass. http://www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com 7:00pm
Book Sale: Attend a Book Sale daily through March 2 at the Bellingham Public Library, 210 Central Ave. Aduls and children’s books, DVDs and CDs will be available. 778-7250 12:00am
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
BOAT Festival: View 12 short plays and musicals during the BOAT (Bellingham One-Act Theatre) Festival nightly at 7pm through March 3 at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. The festival is divided into four slates of two to three shows. Entry is $4 per show or $10 for a festival pass. http://www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com 7:00pm
Music Circle: Meet fellow musicians and learn new songs a Music Circle at 7:30pm at the Roeder Home, 2600 Sunset Dr. Bring an instrument, or just show up and sing. 671-4511 7:30pm
Damn Yankees: The Tony Award-winning “musical Faust tale,” Damn Yankees, shows for one night only at 7:30pm at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets are $20-$69. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
Thursday, March 1, 2012 (19 events)
Tape: Stephen Belber’s Tape shows at 8pm Thurs.-Sat. at the iDiOM Theater, 1418 Cornwall Ave. The play—iDiOM’s lone published production of the year—focuses on two former high school friends who meet up at a hotel room in Michigan to rehash their past. Tickets are $10 ($5 on Thursdays). 201-5464 or http://www.idiomtheater.com 8:00pm
West Side Story: See the Jets and the Sharks go at it when West Side Story opens this week with showings at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. at the Ferndale High School Auditorium, 5830 Golden Eagle Dr. Tickets are $7-$10 and additional showings take place through March 10. 383-9261 or http://www.ferndale.wednet.edu 7:00pm
Book Sale: Attend a Book Sale daily through March 2 at the Bellingham Public Library, 210 Central Ave. Aduls and children’s books, DVDs and CDs will be available. 778-7250 12:00am
West Side Story: See the Jets and the Sharks go at it when West Side Story opens this week with showings at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. at the Ferndale High School Auditorium, 5830 Golden Eagle Dr. Tickets are $7-$10 and additional showings take place through March 10. 383-9261 or http://www.ferndale.wednet.edu 7:00pm
Once Upon a Mattress: Lynden High School students present showings of the fairytale musical known as Once Upon a Mattress at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. at Judson Hall, 516 Main St. Tickets are $6-$8. http://www.lyndenhighschooldrama.com 7:00pm
The Diary of Anne Frank: The Lynden Performing Arts Guild presents performances of the real-life drama, The Diary of Anne Frank, at 7:30pm Thurs.-Fri. and 2pm Sat.-Sun. at the Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 655 Front St. Tickets are $8-$12. http://www.clairvgtheatre.org 7:30pm
The Fantasticks: The third annual Winter Repertory Theatre at the Mount Baker Theatre presents showings of the longest-running theatrical production in the world, The Fantasticks, with shows at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat., 2pm Sun., and 7:30pm Tues.-Wed. at the Walton Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets to the see the musical are $10-$20 and additional showings take place through March 18. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
Boynton Poetry Contest: Submissions will be accepted March 1-31 for the 7th annual Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest. All residents of Whatcom County are welcome to participate, regardless of age or experience. Read more about the guidelines at the website listed below. http://www.boyntonpoetrycontest.wordpress.com 12:00am
Snow & Spire: John Scurlock shares photos from his recently published book, Snow & Spire: Flights to Winter in the North Cascade Range, at 12:30pm at the Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St. Suggested donation is $3. http://www.whatcommuseum.org 12:30pm
Polish to Publish: Writing instructor Laurel Leigh leads a primer on her upcoming course, “Knock Out Editing: From Polish to Publish” at 5:45pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. The course starts April 5 at WWU. 671-2626 5:45pm
Labyrinth Reception: A closing reception for “Labyrinth: Beyond the Body” takes place from 6-8pm at WWU’s Viking Union Gallery. The exhibit, which runs through tomorrow, hosts selected artwork from the eponymous publication. 650-6534 6:00pm
Tuscan Dinner: Pamela Sheldon Johns helms a “Cucina Povera” gathering at 6:30pm at Ciao Thyme, 207 Unity St. The author will promote her newest cookbook while the Ciao Thyme crew demonstrates recipes and feeds participants a Tuscan dinner. Tickets are $55. 733-1267 or http://www.ciaothyme.com 6:30pm
Peace Corps Talk: Six volunteers will share their stories of service at a “Peace Corps Then and Now” discussion at 7pm at WWU’s Viking Union 522. Entry is free and open to the community. 650-3017 or http://www.peacecorps.gov 7:00pm
Blood on the Tracks: Vietnam veteran and trained lawyer S. Brian Willson shares stories from Blood on the Tracks: The Life and Times of S. Brian Willson at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. http://www.villagebooks.com 7:00pm
Mongolia Travelogue: Local traveler Dave Courtis leads “A Memorable Journey in Mongolia: Gobi Desert, Hospitable Nomads, Golden Eagle Festival” presentation from 7-9pm at the Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St. Suggested donation is $3. http://www.whatcommuseum.org 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
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, March 2, 2012 (16 events)
Tape: Stephen Belber’s Tape shows at 8pm Thurs.-Sat. at the iDiOM Theater, 1418 Cornwall Ave. The play—iDiOM’s lone published production of the year—focuses on two former high school friends who meet up at a hotel room in Michigan to rehash their past. Tickets are $10 ($5 on Thursdays). 201-5464 or http://www.idiomtheater.com 8:00pm
West Side Story: See the Jets and the Sharks go at it when West Side Story opens this week with showings at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. at the Ferndale High School Auditorium, 5830 Golden Eagle Dr. Tickets are $7-$10 and additional showings take place through March 10. 383-9261 or http://www.ferndale.wednet.edu 7:00pm
Cabaret: Head into the song-and-dance world of the Kit Kat Club when Cabaret opens this weekend with 7:30pm shows at Mount Vernon’s RiverBelle Theatre, 100 E. Montgomery. Tickets are $30 and include a dessert buffet. Additional shows happen through April 7. http://www.riverbelledinnertheatre.com 7:30pm
West Side Story: See the Jets and the Sharks go at it when West Side Story opens this week with showings at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. at the Ferndale High School Auditorium, 5830 Golden Eagle Dr. Tickets are $7-$10 and additional showings take place through March 10. 383-9261 or http://www.ferndale.wednet.edu 7:00pm
Once Upon a Mattress: Lynden High School students present showings of the fairytale musical known as Once Upon a Mattress at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. at Judson Hall, 516 Main St. Tickets are $6-$8. http://www.lyndenhighschooldrama.com 7:00pm
The Diary of Anne Frank: The Lynden Performing Arts Guild presents performances of the real-life drama, The Diary of Anne Frank, at 7:30pm Thurs.-Fri. and 2pm Sat.-Sun. at the Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 655 Front St. Tickets are $8-$12. http://www.clairvgtheatre.org 7:30pm
The Fantasticks: The third annual Winter Repertory Theatre at the Mount Baker Theatre presents showings of the longest-running theatrical production in the world, The Fantasticks, with shows at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat., 2pm Sun., and 7:30pm Tues.-Wed. at the Walton Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets to the see the musical are $10-$20 and additional showings take place through March 18. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
Blender: Performers and improvisers from Vancouver, Seattle, and beyond will join hometown performers at “Blender” shows at 8pm and 10pm this weekend and next at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. Tickets are $8-$10. 733-8855 or http://www.theupfront.com 8:00pm
Home and Garden Show: More than 200 exhibitors will be on hand for the 33rd annual Whatcom County Home & Garden Show from 10am-8pm Fri.-Sat., and 10am-5pm Sun. at Lynden’s NW Washington Fairgrounds, 1775 Front St. Entry is $6-$7 (kids under 16 are free). http://www.whatcomhomeshow.com 10:00am
Jazz Ensembles: A collection of WWU Jazz Ensembles will perform at a free concert at 8pm at the Performing Arts Center Concert Hall. 650-3130 12:00am
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
Mayoral Missives: Longtime photojournalist Martin Waidelich shares images and stories from his new book, The Candidate from 6-9pm at Evantide Photography, 19 Prospect St. The tome follows an inside look at Bellingham Mayor Kelli Linville’s recent political race. http://www.photosbymartin.biz 6:00pm
Gallery Walk: Peruse a variety of galleries and business at the monthly First Friday Gallery Walk from 6-9pm throughout downtown Anacortes. http://www.anacortesart.com 6:00pm
Early Music Festival: As part of the 2012 Salish Sea Early Music Festival, attend a “Bach Family” concert featuring harpsichordist and organist Jan Weinhold, and baroque flute master Jeffrey Cohan at 7:30pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St. Tickets are $15-$20. http://www.concertspirituel.org 7:30pm
Music for Change: Western Washington University’s Music for Change Club presents a benefit concert featuring the Thermals, Learning Team, Brainstorm, and Candysound at 8pm at the Viking Union Multipurpose Room. Tickets are $12-$15. 650-6146 8:00pm
Saturday, March 3, 2012 (27 events)
Tape: Stephen Belber’s Tape shows at 8pm Thurs.-Sat. at the iDiOM Theater, 1418 Cornwall Ave. The play—iDiOM’s lone published production of the year—focuses on two former high school friends who meet up at a hotel room in Michigan to rehash their past. Tickets are $10 ($5 on Thursdays). 201-5464 or http://www.idiomtheater.com 8:00pm
West Side Story: See the Jets and the Sharks go at it when West Side Story opens this week with showings at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. at the Ferndale High School Auditorium, 5830 Golden Eagle Dr. Tickets are $7-$10 and additional showings take place through March 10. 383-9261 or http://www.ferndale.wednet.edu 7:00pm
Cabaret: Head into the song-and-dance world of the Kit Kat Club when Cabaret opens this weekend with 7:30pm shows at Mount Vernon’s RiverBelle Theatre, 100 E. Montgomery. Tickets are $30 and include a dessert buffet. Additional shows happen through April 7. http://www.riverbelledinnertheatre.com 7:30pm
West Side Story: See the Jets and the Sharks go at it when West Side Story opens this week with showings at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. at the Ferndale High School Auditorium, 5830 Golden Eagle Dr. Tickets are $7-$10 and additional showings take place through March 10. 383-9261 or http://www.ferndale.wednet.edu 7:00pm
Once Upon a Mattress: Lynden High School students present showings of the fairytale musical known as Once Upon a Mattress at 7pm Thurs.-Sat. at Judson Hall, 516 Main St. Tickets are $6-$8. http://www.lyndenhighschooldrama.com 7:00pm
The Diary of Anne Frank: The Lynden Performing Arts Guild presents performances of the real-life drama, The Diary of Anne Frank, at 7:30pm Thurs.-Fri. and 2pm Sat.-Sun. at the Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 655 Front St. Tickets are $8-$12. http://www.clairvgtheatre.org 7:30pm
The Fantasticks: The third annual Winter Repertory Theatre at the Mount Baker Theatre presents showings of the longest-running theatrical production in the world, The Fantasticks, with shows at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat., 2pm Sun., and 7:30pm Tues.-Wed. at the Walton Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets to the see the musical are $10-$20 and additional showings take place through March 18. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
Blender: Performers and improvisers from Vancouver, Seattle, and beyond will join hometown performers at “Blender” shows at 8pm and 10pm this weekend and next at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. Tickets are $8-$10. 733-8855 or http://www.theupfront.com 8:00pm
Home and Garden Show: More than 200 exhibitors will be on hand for the 33rd annual Whatcom County Home & Garden Show from 10am-8pm Fri.-Sat., and 10am-5pm Sun. at Lynden’s NW Washington Fairgrounds, 1775 Front St. Entry is $6-$7 (kids under 16 are free). http://www.whatcomhomeshow.com 10:00am
Asparagus Primer: “How to Start an Asparagus Bed” will be the focus of a workshop with local farmer Bob Small at 9am at the Garden Spot Nursery, 900 Alabama St. Register in advance for the free class. 676-5480 or http://www.garden-spot.com 9:00am
Winter Field Day: The Western Washington Fruit Research Foundation hosts its annual Winter Field Day starting at 9am at Mount Vernon’s Northwest Washington Research and Extension Center, 16650 State Route 536. Lectures and workshops on pruning and grafting will happen throughout the day, and there’ll be scionwood and rootstock for sale. Entry is $15 per person or $25 per family. http://www.nwfruit.org 9:00am
Fruit Growing: A “Growing Fruit: Espalier” workshop begins at 10:30am at Everson’s Cloud Mountain Farm, 6906 Goodwin Rd. A “Growing Grapes” workshop begins at 1:30pm. Entry is free, and no registration is required. http://www.cloudmountainfarm.com 10:30am
Poetics of Place: Award-winning poet Judith Roche leads a “Poetics of Place” workshop from1-4pm at the Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St. Suggested donation is $3. Please register in advance. 778-8961 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 1:00pm
Gluten-Free and Vegan: Susan O’Brien shares ideas and recipes from her cookbook, Gluten-Free Vegan Comfort Food: 125 Simple and Satisfying Recipes, at 2pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. Entry is free. http://www.villagebooks.com 2:00pm
Clearbrook Dixie Jazz Band: The Clearbrook Dixie Jazz Band will perform during the Bellingham Traditional Jazz Society’s monthly dance from 2-5pm at the VFW Hall, 625 N State St. Entry is $6-$10. 734-2973 or http://www.btjs.webs.com 2:00pm
Urban Farm Handbook: Joshua McNichols, co-author of The Urban Farm Handbook, shares tips for growing homegrown healthy foods while living in city limits at 4pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. Entry is free. http://www.villagebooks.com 4:00pm
A Million Shining Stars: Animals as Natural Therapy will host its annual fundraiser, “A Million Shining Stars,” starting at 5pm at the Hotel Bellwether Ballroom. Tickets are $75 and include fine dining, live music by the Atlantics, silent and live auctions, a dessert dash and more. http://www.animalsasnaturaltherapy.org 5:00pm
Vietnamese Dinner: The Vietnamese Student Association at WWU will host a “Vietnamese Heritage Dinner” at 5:30pm at Sehome High School, 2700 Bill McDonald Pkwy. Tickets are $10-$12 and will feature a four-course menu, performances and more. 650-6146 5:30pm
Samish Sip & Slurp: Taylor Shellfish Farms and the Skagit Conservation Education Alliance team up for a “Samish Sip ‘n Slurp” fundraiser at 6pm at Bow’s Taylor Shellfish Farms. Tickets are $75 and include all-you-can-eat oysters, wine, a shucking lesson and oyster stew. Experts will be on hand to answer your questions. The event will happen on the beach at sunset, so dress accordingly. http://www.taylorshellfish.com 6:00pm
Susan Melrath, Chad Tolley Reception: View new paintings by Susan Melrath and paper cuts by Chad Tolley at an opening reception from 6-8pm at the Lucia Douglas Gallery, 1415 13th St. The works will be on display through March 29. http://www.luciadouglas.com 6:00pm
Vic Cano: Listen to thoughtful ballads and folk music when Vic Cano performs from 6-9pm at the Old World Deli, 1228 N. State St. Entry is free. http://www.oldworlddeli1.com 6:00pm
Bua: Irish Music Awards’ 2009 “Top Traditional Group,” Bua, performs at 7pm at the YWCA Ballroom 1026 N. Forest St. Tickets are $10-$15. http://www.buamusic.com 7:00pm
Songs, Poems and Prose: Marie Eaton, Mary Cornish, and Stan Tag collaborate for “One Thing to Say: Celebration of Words in Three Voices; Songs, Poem and Prose” at 7:30pm at WWU’s Fairhaven Auditorium. Tickets are $8-$15. 650-6146 7:30pm
Folk Dance Party: Grupa Dunbarov and Musiki Parea will provide live music at a Folk Dance Party at 7:30pm at the Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. All ages are welcome and no experience is necessary. Suggested donation is $10-$15. 380-0456 7:30pm
Into the Woods: Shakespeare Northwest and META Performing Arts team up to present an introduction to the Bard’s work, “William’s Window,” at 7:30pm Sat. and 5:30pm Sun. at Mount Vernon’s Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St. Tickets are $5-$10. http://www.lincolntheatre.org 7:30pm
Contra Dance: The Skagit Contra Dancers will host a Contra Dance from 7:30-9:30pm at Anacortes’ Depot Arts Center, 611 R Ave. No partner or experience is needed. Entry will be $5 at the door (children under 12 are free, but must be supervised). http://www.skagitcontra.org 7:30pm
