Northwest Picnic: Chilled carrot soup, grilled baguette sandwiches and farro salad will be among the menu items Lisa Dixon will highlight at a “Northwest Picnic Basket” class from 6:30-9pm at the Community Food Co-op, 1220 N. Forest St. Cost is $35. 383-3200 6:30pm
Berry Dairy Days: Fireworks, parades, live music, a “Berry Cool” car show and much more will be part of the 75th annual Berry Dairy Days at various venues in Burlington. Most events are free. http://www.burlington-chamber.com 12:00am
Stommish Water Festival: War canoe races, bone games, food and art vendors, a carnival, music and much more will be part of “Stommish 2012” Thursday through Sunday at the Lummi Nation’s event grounds. http://www.stommish.com 12:00am
Thoroughly Modern Millie: The merry musical known as Thoroughly Modern Millie shows at 7:30pm Thurs., 8pm Fri.-Sat., and 2pm Sun. at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Tickets are $20 and additional showings happen through June 30. http://www.acttheatre.com 7:30pm
Bard on the Beach:The Taming of the Shrew shows in repertory with Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and King John through Sept. 22. at Bard on the Beach at Vancouver, B.C.’s Vanier Park. Tickets are $21-$40 (Canadian). http://www.bardonthebeach.org 12:00am
Annie Get Your Gun: Sharpshooter Annie Oakley and Buffalo Bill share the stage when the popular musical known as Annie Get Your Gun opens this weekend with showings at 8pm Fri.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. Tickets are $8-$12 and additional showings happen through June 30. http://www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com 8:00pm
Narnian Excerpts: Expect to see fantastical excerpts from all seven books of The Chronicles of Narnia when Dancing for Joy presents “Narnian Excerpts” at 6:30pm Saturday and Sunday at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets are $12-$15. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 6:30pm
Father’s Day Boat Show: A Father’s Day Boat Show happens from 9am-5pm Saturday and 10am-3pm Sunday at the La Conner Marina. A swap meet, boat previews and much more will be part of the nautical fun. http://www.laconneryachtsales.com 12:21am
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
Composting Class: As part of the WSU Whatcom County Master Gardener’s summer lineup, attend “The Real Dirt on Composting” class at 2pm at Ferndale’s Hovander Homestead Park. Entry is free and registration is not required. 676-6736 2:00pm
Monday, June 18, 2012 (5 events)
Northwest Picnic: Chilled carrot soup, grilled baguette sandwiches and farro salad will be among the menu items Lisa Dixon will highlight at a “Northwest Picnic Basket” class from 6:30-9pm at the Community Food Co-op, 1220 N. Forest St. Cost is $35. 383-3200 6:30pm
Bard on the Beach:The Taming of the Shrew shows in repertory with Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and King John through Sept. 22. at Bard on the Beach at Vancouver, B.C.’s Vanier Park. Tickets are $21-$40 (Canadian). http://www.bardonthebeach.org 12:00am
Knife Skills: Mataio Gillis leads a “Knife Skills” course at 6:30pm at Ciao Thyme, 207 Unity St. You’ll learn fundamental skills—including safety, knife mechanics and maintenance—as well as classic cutting techniques. Cost is $48. An advanced class happens tomorrow (cost is $75). http://www.ciaothyme.com 6:30pm
Gifts of the Crow: Crow researcher John Marzluff and naturalist and artist Tony Angell share stories from their book Gifts of the Crow: How Perception, Emotion, and Thought Allow Smart Birds to Behave Like Humans at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. http://www.villagebooks.com 7:00pm
Rocks & Gems: The public is invited to the monthly meeting of the Mt. Baker Rock & Gem Club at 7pm at the Bloedel Donovan Community Building, 2214 Electric Ave. http://www.mtbakerrockclub.org 7:00pm
Tuesday, June 19, 2012 (4 events)
Bard on the Beach:The Taming of the Shrew shows in repertory with Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and King John through Sept. 22. at Bard on the Beach at Vancouver, B.C.’s Vanier Park. Tickets are $21-$40 (Canadian). http://www.bardonthebeach.org 12:00am
Cultured Foods: Carol Roberge schools participants on how to “Make Your Own Cultured Foods” from 6-8:30pm at the Cordata Community Food Co-op, 315 Westerly Rd. Cost is $35. 383-3200 6:00pm
Alpine Climbing Basics: Learn what you need, how to prepare, where to go and who to go with at an “Alpine Climbing Basics” clinic at 7pm at REI, 400 36th St. Register in advance for the free event. 647-8955 or http://www.rei.com 7:00pm
Chuckanut Radio Hour: William Dietrich will read from his new book The Emerald Storm: An Ethan Gage Adventure as the featured author at the monthly Chuckanut Radio Hour at 7pm at the Leopold Crystal Ballroom, 1224 Cornwall Ave. Weekly columnist Alan Rhodes, serial radio comedy and more will be part of the variety hour. Tickets are $5. 671-2626 or http://www.villagebooks.com 7:00pm
Wednesday, June 20, 2012 (9 events)
Bard on the Beach:The Taming of the Shrew shows in repertory with Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and King John through Sept. 22. at Bard on the Beach at Vancouver, B.C.’s Vanier Park. Tickets are $21-$40 (Canadian). http://www.bardonthebeach.org 12:00am
WDRC Anniversary: Join members of the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center for a 20th anniversary celebration from 11:30am-1pm at Northwood Hall, 3240 Northwest Ave. Entry is free, but donations will be accepted. Please register in advance. 676-0122 or http://www.whatcomdrc.org 11:30am
Wine Tasting Fundraiser: Relay for Life’s Team Yorky’s Market will host a “Wine Sale and Tasting” from 4-8pm at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 355 Harris Ave. Tickets are $25-$30; proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society. http://www.teamyorkysmarket.com 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
Cast Iron Cookery: Kelly Foisy and Deborah Morgan will demonstrate “Outdoor Cast Iron Cookery” techniques at 6:30pm at the Sumas Library, 451 2nd St. If you want to learn how to cook like a pioneer, show up to the free event and sample the goods. 988-2501 6:30pm
International Surf Day: As part of International Surf Day, join folks from the Surfrider Foundation for surf movies, raffles and more at 7pm at Backcountry Essentials, 214 W. Holly St. Entry is free. http://www.backcountryessentials.com 7:00pm
Arctic Voices: World-renowned photographer Subhankar Banjeree shares stories and ideas from Arctic Voices: Resistance at the Tipping Point at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. In addition to his photos, the book features first-person narrative from more than 30 activities, writers and researchers addressing climate change and human rights. http://www.villagebooks.com 7:00pm
Angela Cheng: Lauded Canadian pianist Angela Cheng will perform on her instrument of choice at 8pm at Western Washington University’s Performing Arts Center Concert Hall. Tickets are $10 for students, $25 general. 650-6146 8:00pm
Thursday, June 21, 2012 (12 events)
Thoroughly Modern Millie: The merry musical known as Thoroughly Modern Millie shows at 7:30pm Thurs., 8pm Fri.-Sat., and 2pm Sun. at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Tickets are $20 and additional showings happen through June 30. http://www.acttheatre.com 7:30pm
Annie Get Your Gun: Sharpshooter Annie Oakley and Buffalo Bill share the stage when the popular musical known as Annie Get Your Gun shows at 8pm Thurs.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. Tickets are $8-$12 and additional showings happen through June 30. http://www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com 8:00pm
Bard on the Beach:The Taming of the Shrew shows in repertory with Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and King John through Sept. 22. at Bard on the Beach at Vancouver, B.C.’s Vanier Park. Tickets are $21-$40 (Canadian). http://www.bardonthebeach.org 12:00am
Bard on the Beach:The Taming of the Shrew shows in repertory with Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and King John through Sept. 22. at Bard on the Beach at Vancouver, B.C.’s Vanier Park. Tickets are $21-$40 (Canadian). http://www.bardonthebeach.org 12:00am
Bellingham Ukulele Group: Bring lunch and listen to the Bellingham Ukulele Group (BUG) both explain the resurgence in the uke’s popularity and give a brief history of the instrument at 12:30pm at the Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St. Members will also play a concert of their favorite tunes and invite the audience to sing along on some golden oldies. Suggested donation is $3. http://www.whatcommuseum.org 12:30pm
Strawberry Festival: All are invited to an annual Charity Spaghetti Dinner and Strawberry Shortcake feast from 5-7pm at Everson’s Immanuel Lutheran Church, 5782 Lawrence Rd. Admission is by donation, and proceeds raised go to local food banks. http://www.immanuellutheran.us 5:00pm
Incognito: Be surprised by seasonal ingredients prepared and revealed in front of your very eyes at a multi-course Incognito dinner starting at 6pm at Ciao Thyme, 207 Unity St. Cost is $55. http://www.ciaothyme.com 6:00pm
Variations on Voice: Notable author Terry Tempest Williams reads from her new book, When Women Were Birds: 54 Variations on Voice, at 7pm at the auditorium at Bellingham High School, 2020 Cornwall Ave. Tickets are $5. 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
The Tempest: Watch Christopher Plummer take on the role of Prospero when a big-screen viewing of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival’s take on The Tempest shows at 7:30pm at Mount Vernon’s Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St. An additional showing happens July 20. http://www.lincolntheatre.org 7:30pm
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, June 22, 2012 (16 events)
Thoroughly Modern Millie: The merry musical known as Thoroughly Modern Millie shows at 7:30pm Thurs., 8pm Fri.-Sat., and 2pm Sun. at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Tickets are $20 and additional showings happen through June 30. http://www.acttheatre.com 7:30pm
Annie Get Your Gun: Sharpshooter Annie Oakley and Buffalo Bill share the stage when the popular musical known as Annie Get Your Gun shows at 8pm Thurs.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. Tickets are $8-$12 and additional showings happen through June 30. http://www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com 8:00pm
Bard on the Beach:The Taming of the Shrew shows in repertory with Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and King John through Sept. 22. at Bard on the Beach at Vancouver, B.C.’s Vanier Park. Tickets are $21-$40 (Canadian). http://www.bardonthebeach.org 12:00am
Good Time Girls Historical Tours: Join the Good Time Girls for lively historical walking tours through Aug. 25. “Sin & Gin” tours happen at 6:45 every Fri.-Sat. in downtown Bellingham and at 6:45 Fridays in Fairhaven, and there’ll also be a family-friendly afternoon tour at 2pm every Saturday in Fairhaven. Tickets are $10-$20. http://www.goodtimegirlsbham.com 6:45pm
Cracked Crab Cruise: San Juan Cruises continues its weekly Cracked Crab Cruise with sunset excursions from 6:30-9:30pm Fri.-Sat. throughout Bellingham Bay, Chuckanut Bay, and beyond. Cost is $59 and includes Dungeness crab, baked chicken, salads, bread and dessert. http://www.whales.com 6:30pm
Good Time Girls Historical Tours: Join the Good Time Girls for lively historical walking tours through Aug. 25. “Sin & Gin” tours happen at 6:45 every Fri.-Sat. in downtown Bellingham and at 6:45 Fridays in Fairhaven, and there’ll also be a family-friendly afternoon tour at 2pm Saturdays in Fairhaven. Tickets are $10-$20. http://www.goodtimegirlsbham.com 6:45pm
No Sex Please, We’re British: Scandinavian pornography, mistaken mail orders and a fair dose of hilarity can be seen when the comedic No Sex Please, We’re British opens this weekend with 7pm showings Fri.-Sat. at Mount Vernon’s RiverBelle Dinner Theatre, 100 E. Montgomery. Tickets are $30-$40 and additional showings happen through July 14. http://www.riverbelledinnertheatre.com 7:00pm
Triples & Hodgepode: View showings of “Triples” at 8pm at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. At 10pm, stick around for “Hodgepodge” shows. Tickets are $8-$10. 733-8855 or http://www.theupfront.com 8:00pm
Chamber Music Festival: The inaugural Amadeus Chamber Music Festival features some of the most renowned musicians from Bellingham and throughout the Northwest at concerts Fri.-Sun. and again June 29-July 1 at the Amadeus Project, 1209 Cornwall Ave. This weekend’s concerts include “Dvorak & Friends” at 7pm Fri., “Art of Fugue” at 7pm Sat., and “Quint-essential Winds” at 3pm Sun. Tickets are $5-$25. http://www.amadeuschamber.com 7:00pm
Guardians, The Treatment: Two one-act plays delving into war and emotions can be seen when the WWU Theatre Production Company—which is comprised of seniors and professors—presents Peter Morris' Guardians and Eve Ensler's The Treatment at 7:30pm Friday through Sunday at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave. Tickets are $10. 734-2776 7:30pm
Chuckanut Writers Conference: Sherman Alexie, Sheila Bender, Samuel Green, Nancy Rawles, and Kathryn Trueblood will be among the instructors at the second annual Chuckanut Writers Conference taking place this weekend throughout the Whatcom Community College’s campus. Entry is $259. http://www.whatcomcommunityed.com 12:00am
Musical Bike Tour: As part of Everybody Bike’s Summer Rides series, meet up for a “Musical Bike Tour” at 4pm at Fountain Bistro, 1910 Broadway. The tour will continue on to some of Bellingham’s favorite music shops (Mojo Music, Piper Music, the Bow Shop, Wind Works, and others). Expect demos. Entry is free and registration is not required. http://www.everybodybike.com 4:00pm
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
Summer Solstice Walkabout: From 5-9pm, stroll through historic Fairhaven as part of the 20th annual Summer Solstice Walkabout. Highlighted locales include Artwood Gallery of Fine Woodworking—which is celebrating its 25th anniversary—as well as Good Earth Pottery, demos at the Whatcom Art Guild’s Art Market, Buff Black photography at the Colophon Café, and much more. Entry is free. http://www.fairhaven.com 5:00pm
War of the Worlds: Sit in on the eyewitness account of Bertie Wells—the last living survivor of the Earth/Mars War—when War of the Worlds: The True Story shows on the big screen at 8pm at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets are $10. http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 8:00pm
Saturday, June 23, 2012 (34 events)
Thoroughly Modern Millie: The merry musical known as Thoroughly Modern Millie shows at 7:30pm Thurs., 8pm Fri.-Sat., and 2pm Sun. at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Tickets are $20 and additional showings happen through June 30. http://www.acttheatre.com 7:30pm
Annie Get Your Gun: Sharpshooter Annie Oakley and Buffalo Bill share the stage when the popular musical known as Annie Get Your Gun shows at 8pm Thurs.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at the Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St. Tickets are $8-$12 and additional showings happen through June 30. http://www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com 8:00pm
Bard on the Beach:The Taming of the Shrew shows in repertory with Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and King John through Sept. 22. at Bard on the Beach at Vancouver, B.C.’s Vanier Park. Tickets are $21-$40 (Canadian). http://www.bardonthebeach.org 12:00am
Good Time Girls Historical Tours: Join the Good Time Girls for lively historical walking tours through Aug. 25. “Sin & Gin” tours happen at 6:45 every Fri.-Sat. in downtown Bellingham and at 6:45 Fridays in Fairhaven, and there’ll also be a family-friendly afternoon tour at 2pm every Saturday in Fairhaven. Tickets are $10-$20. http://www.goodtimegirlsbham.com 6:45pm
Cracked Crab Cruise: San Juan Cruises continues its weekly Cracked Crab Cruise with sunset excursions from 6:30-9:30pm Fri.-Sat. throughout Bellingham Bay, Chuckanut Bay, and beyond. Cost is $59 and includes Dungeness crab, baked chicken, salads, bread and dessert. http://www.whales.com 6:30pm
Good Time Girls Historical Tours: Join the Good Time Girls for lively historical walking tours through Aug. 25. “Sin & Gin” tours happen at 6:45 every Fri.-Sat. in downtown Bellingham and at 6:45 Fridays in Fairhaven, and there’ll also be a family-friendly afternoon tour at 2pm Saturdays in Fairhaven. Tickets are $10-$20. http://www.goodtimegirlsbham.com 6:45pm
No Sex Please, We’re British: Scandinavian pornography, mistaken mail orders and a fair dose of hilarity can be seen when the comedic No Sex Please, We’re British opens this weekend with 7pm showings Fri.-Sat. at Mount Vernon’s RiverBelle Dinner Theatre, 100 E. Montgomery. Tickets are $30-$40 and additional showings happen through July 14. http://www.riverbelledinnertheatre.com 7:00pm
Triples & Hodgepode: View showings of “Triples” at 8pm at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. At 10pm, stick around for “Hodgepodge” shows. Tickets are $8-$10. 733-8855 or http://www.theupfront.com 8:00pm
Chamber Music Festival: The inaugural Amadeus Chamber Music Festival features some of the most renowned musicians from Bellingham and throughout the Northwest at concerts Fri.-Sun. and again June 29-July 1 at the Amadeus Project, 1209 Cornwall Ave. This weekend’s concerts include “Dvorak & Friends” at 7pm Fri., “Art of Fugue” at 7pm Sat., and “Quint-essential Winds” at 3pm Sun. Tickets are $5-$25. http://www.amadeuschamber.com 7:00pm
Guardians, The Treatment: Two one-act plays delving into war and emotions can be seen when the WWU Theatre Production Company—which is comprised of seniors and professors—presents Peter Morris' Guardians and Eve Ensler's The Treatment at 7:30pm Friday through Sunday at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave. Tickets are $10. 734-2776 7:30pm
Good Time Girls Historical Tours: Join the Good Time Girls for lively historical walking tours through Aug. 25. “Sin & Gin” tours happen at 6:45 every Fri.-Sat. in downtown Bellingham and at 6:45 Fridays in Fairhaven, and there’ll also be a family-friendly afternoon tour at 2pm every Saturday in Fairhaven. Tickets are $10-$20. http://www.goodtimegirlsbham.com 6:45pm
Cracked Crab Cruise: San Juan Cruises continues its weekly Cracked Crab Cruise with sunset excursions from 6:30-9:30pm Fri.-Sat. throughout Bellingham Bay, Chuckanut Bay, and beyond. Cost is $59 and includes Dungeness crab, baked chicken, salads, bread and dessert. http://www.whales.com 6:30pm
Home and Landscape Tour: Explore a variety of beautiful, innovative and eco-friendly homes at Sustainable Connections’ 10th annual “Imagine This! Home and Landscape Tour & Expo” happening from 10am-4pm Saturday and Sunday throughout Bellingham. Structures include a hand-built cob cottage, LEED platinum and gold homes, Farro garden bed construction, indoor and outdoor living and much more. A Sustainable Living Expo will be going on Saturday only at Lincoln Square, 409 York St. Entry is $12 (free for the expo). http://www.sconnect.org 10:00am
Tour of Private Gardens: Get a sneak peek at some of our region’s most wonderful private gardens when the Whatcom Horticultural Society hosts its annual “Tour of Private Gardens” from 11am-5pm Saturday and Sunday six city landscapes scattered throughout Bellingham. Tickets are $15-$18 and can be purchased at local nurseries or at the gardens themselves. http://www.whatcomhortsociety.org 11:00am
Padden Triathlon: The annual Padden Triathlon kicks off at 8:30am at Lake Padden. A variety of ages are welcome to take part in the event, which features swimming, biking and running. Cost is $60 (plus an extra $10 for relay teams). http://www.cob.org 8:30am
Nature of Haiku Workshop: Washington Poets Association board member Michael Dylan Welsh leads a workshop on “The Nature of Haiku” from 9am-4pm at Padilla Bay Reserve, 10441 Bay View-Edison Rd. Cost is $15 and overnight accommodations are available for $30. (360) 428-1070 or http://www.padillabay.gov 9:00am
Nature Babies: Kids, adults and adventurers can join Wild Whatcom Walks for Nature Babies excursions from 9:30-11am every Friday in June at Marine Park. Entry is by donation. http://www.wildwhatcom.org 9:30am
Tesoro Fun Run: The Tesoro Refining Corporation hosts the 18th annual March Point Fun Run & Walk starting at 10am in Anacortes. Participants can choose from a 5K walk and run or 10K race. Cost is $10 (free for kids). http://www.skagitrunners.org 10:00am
Community Meal: Hot dogs, mac salad, chips and ice cream sundaes will be on the menu at the bimonthly Community Meal from 10am-12pm at the United Church of Ferndale, 2034 Washington St. Entry is free and open to all. 384-1422 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
Food Foraging: Doug Benoliel, author of the newly revised classic, Northwest Foraging, will share five of his favorite edible plants at 11am at Mount Vernon’s Skagit Valley Food Co-op. He’ll also provide an overview of the art and science of foraging for wild plant foods in the Pacific Northwest. Register in advance for the free event. http://www.oldworlddeli1.com 11:00am
Benefit Show: A variety of area musicians will perform at a Benefit Show for Rachelle Eastwood from 12-8pm at Lynden’s North Country Christ the King Church, 1816 18th St. Suggested donation is $5 per person or $20 per family. Funds raised go to Eastwood, who recently lost two of her children and needs to pay for burial expenses. 540-4459 12:00pm
Genealogy Society Anniversary: The Skagit Valley Genealogical Society will celebrate its 25th anniversary with an open house and reception from 1-3pm at the Burlington Library, 820 E. Washington Ave. The society’s history and major accomplishments of the past 25 years will be highlighted. (360) 757-0966 1:00pm
Wonders of Whatcom: “Talk of the Town: Ferndale” will be the focus of a Wonders of Whatcom presentation at 2:30pm at the Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. Entry is free and open to all. 778-7323 2:30pm
Solstice Celebration: Tree of Life Sanctuary founder Laura Abernathy will take part in a Summer Solstice Celebration and presentation from 3-6pm at Glen Echo Garden, 4390 Y Rd. Music, a picnic lunch and more will be part of the seasonal fun. Entry is $4-$8.50. 305-6939 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 3:00pm
Cast Iron Cooking: Bring along your camp chair when you join REI employees for a “Cast Iron Cooking” demo from 3:30-5pm in Maple Falls at Silver Lake Park, 9006 Silver Lake Rd. If you’re taking part in the Great American Backyard Campout, stay for the night. 647-8955 or http://www.rei.com 3:30pm
Fundraising Luau: Choose from an “island pig roast” dinner or chicken at a fundraising Luau from 4-8:30pm at the Sudden Valley Dance Barn, 8 Barnview Court. Side dishes will be provided by Roll’n Smoke Barbecue. Tickets are $20; funds raised will help build the South Whatcom Library. 306-1800 4:00pm
Winery Concert: Acoustic trio Pretty Little Feet will perform at a “Concert at the Winery” at 6pm at Vartanyan Estate Winery, 1628 Huntley Rd. Suggested donation for the performers is $7. http://www.vewinery.com 6:00pm
Greek Night: Souvlaki, baklava, Greek salad, spanakopita and more will be on the menu at a “Greek Night” dinner from 6-8:30pm at Old World Deli, 1228 N. State St. Tickets are $40 and include three wine tastes. http://www.oldworlddeli1.com 6:00pm
Concurrent Open Mics: As part of the Chuckanut Writers Conference, attend concurrent Open Mic events at 7pm in Fairhaven at Village Books, Magdalena’s, and the Fairhaven Village Inn. Entry is free. http://www.villagebooks.com 7:00pm
Never Neverland: Expect to see magical mermaids, firebirds, fairies and the most popular characters from your childhood when the Dance Studio presents “Never Neverland” at 7:30pm Saturday and 2pm Sunday at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. Tickets are $14. 734-6080 or http://www.mountbakertheatre.com 7:30pm
