Blues Recess: A unique national touring event focused on “blues fusion exchanges that focus on building dancer community and solidarity,” among other things, will be part of the Northwest (Alt) Blues Recess from Thursday through Sunday in Alger at the Lookout Arts Quarry. Camping is available. Entry is $55-$165 and includes food. http://www.bluesrecess.com 12:00am
Summer Meltdown: Beats Antique, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Pickwick, Blitzen Trapper, the Moondoggies, Lukas Nelson & the Promise of The Real, Vicci Martinez, and many others will perform at the Summer Meltdown happening Thurs.-Sun. at Darrington’s Whitehorse Mountain Amphitheatre. Camping is available. Tickets are $50-$65 per day or $140-$160 for a weekend pass. http://www.summermeltdown.com 12:00am
Murder on the Nile: A stage version of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Nile shows at 7:30pm Thursday, 8pm Friday and Saturday, and 2pm Sunday at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Tickets are $18 and additional showings happen through Aug. 25. http://www.acttheatre.com 7:30pm
A Midsummer NIght’s Dream: Stone Town Theatre Works presents a modernized version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at 7:30pm Thursday through Sunday at the Carrot and Stick Community Workshop and Farm, 4104 Y Rd. (about seven miles outside of Bellingham). Tickets are $10 and additional showings happen Aug. 16-18. http://www.stonetowntheatreworks.com 7:30pm
Earth and Heaven: Is theater relevant? What is connectedness? Find out more about these concepts when Zoey Moyle’s new play Earth-Bound Heaven-Bound shows at 8pm Thursday through Sunday at the iDiOM Theater, 1418 Cornwall Ave. Tickets are $10. http://www.idiomtheater.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
Festival of the River: The 23rd annual Stillaguamish Festival of the River & Pow Wow takes place from Friday through Sunday in Arlington at River Meadows Country Park, 20416 Jordan Rd. Live music, entertainment by the likes of the New Old Time Chautauqua, a fun run, a public pow wow, cultural and environmental exhibits, salmon habitat tours, a logging show and more will fill the weekend. Entry is free. http://www.festivaloftheriver.com 12:00am
Hamster Endurance Runs: Runners will have the option of running 12 or 24 hours at the inaugural Hamster Endurance Runs taking place from 8am Saturday to 8am Sunday at Lake Padden. The event is open to both experienced ultra-runners and those who want to challenge themselves. Entry is $100-$150. http://www.hamsterenduranceruns.org 8:00am
Coupeville Arts Festival: Head to Whidbey Island for the 49th annual Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival from 10am-6pm Saturday and 10am-5pm Sunday on Coupeville’s historic waterfront on Penn Cove. In addition to tons of fine and folk art, there’ll be handmade crafts, free children’s activities, live entertainment and food for every palate. http://www.coupevillefestival.com 10:00am
Dahlia Show: The Skagit Valley Dahlia Society’s annual Flower Show takes place from 9am-6pm Saturday and 9am-4pm Sunday in Mount Vernon at Skagit Valley Gardens, 18923 Peter Johnson Rd. Admission is free. (360) 387-2374 9:00am
Fundraising Estate Sale: Antiques, collectibles, quality contemporary items, quilts and fabric, art and music more will be part of an Estate Sale to benefit the La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum and the Skagit County Historical Museum from 10am-6pm Saturday and 10am-4pm Sunday at the La Conner Civic Garden Club, 622 Second St. Entry is free. A preview sale happens from 5:30-8pm Friday, and entry for that is $20. http://www.laconnerquilts.com 10:00am
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest Auditions: Roles for 13 men and four women can be had at auditions for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest from 2-5pm Sunday and 5-8pm Monday at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Performances begins Sept. 28. http://www.acttheatre.com 2:00pm
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
Bellwether Arts Market: Dozens of artists’ booths, vendors and live entertainment will be part of Allied Arts’ inaugural Bellwether Arts Market happening from 11am-5pm at the Tom Glenn Common on Bellwether Way. The market takes place at the same time Aug. 19 and 26. http://www.alliedarts.org 11:00am
Transportation Tour: As part of the Summer Rides series, show up for a “Transportation Tour” outing starting at 1pm at the downtown Bellingham Bus Station. After viewing a demo of loading bikes on bus bike racks, riders are invited to take a turn with loading their own bikes. Riders will continue to the Fairhaven Amtrak station for information about bikes on trains. Entry is free and no registration is required. http://www.everybodybike.com 1:00pm
Chili Cook-off: Help support democratic legislators at an annual Chili Cook-off and Picnic from 1-5pm in Bow at Ss Qhorses, 15216 Colony Rd. In addition to the chili contest, attendees are encouraged to bring desserts or sides to share. Barn tours, riding demos, live music and more will fill out the day’s activities. General admission is $10. http://www.wa40dems.org 1:00pm
Pruning Particulars: The WSU Whatcom County Master Gardener program features a free workshop focused on “Pruning Ornamental Shrubs and Trees in Your Garden” at 2pm at Ferndale’s Hovander Homestead Park. Entry is free and no registration is required. 676-6736 2:00pm
International Concert Series: The Peace Arch International Concert Series continues with Polynesian music and dance by the Kalevaria Somoan United Methodist Church of Tacoma youth group at 2pm at Blaine’s Peace Arch State Park. Entry is free, but a Discover Pass is required for vehicle access to the concerts, which continue Sundays through Sept. 2. (360) 332-7165 2:00pm
Big Band Sounds: The Swing Connection Big Band will perform an assortment of concert-oriented swing arrangement from 2-4pm at the Fairhaven Village Green. The family-friendly concert is free (but tips are welcome). http://www.swingconnection.org 2:00pm
Pop-Up Dinner: Prospect Café’s Spencer Santenello will helm tonight’s “Main Ingredient Pop-Up Dinner” starting at 6:30pm at Old World Deli, 1228 N. State St. Tickets are $45 and reservations are strongly recommended. http://www.oldworlddeli1.com 6:30pm
Speakeasy 8: "SpeakEasy 8," a reading featuring poems, essays and stories by the contributors to the literary journal Cirque, happens at 7pm at the Amadeus Project, 1209 Cornwall Ave. The journal publishes the work of established and emerging writers from the Northwest and Alaska. Entry is by donation. http://www.cirquejournal.com 7:00pm
Monday, August 13, 2012 (9 events)
Drama Camp: Teens 12 and older can sign up for a Drama Camp happening Monday through Friday at Mount Vernon’s Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St. The student’s efforts will culminate in a performance at the historic venue. Cost is $275 for the full week. (360) 419-7129 or http://www.lincolntheatre.org 12:00am
Circus Arts Camp: Kids ages 8 to 14 can learn circus skills such as juggling, unicycling, tumbling, stilt-walking and more when Jason Quick helms a Circus Arts Camp Monday through Friday in Bellingham. Cost is $125. 393-2272 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 12:00am
Northwest Washington Fair: The Oak Ridge Boys, Heart, Chris Tomlin, and Billy Currington will be the grandstand performers at this year’s Northwest Washington Fair, which takes place from 11am-11pm Monday through Saturday in Lynden at the NW Washington Fairgrounds, 1175 Front St. Additionally, there’ll be plenty of rides, games, 4H displays, horse shows and much, much more. General admission is $5-$10. Grandstand shows are $23-$48. http://www.nwwafair.com 11:00am
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
Shakespeare for Youth: Amanda Keogh will helm an “All the World’s a Stage!” Shakespeare intensive for students ages 11-15 starting Aug. 13 and continuing through Aug. 24 at the Bellingham Children’s Theatre, 1412 Cornwall Ave. Classes happen Mondays through Fridays. Cost is $245. http://www.bellinghamchildrenstheatre.com 12:00am
Book Group: Join the Blaine Monday Book Group to discuss Stewart O’Nan’s Night Country from 6-8pm at the Blaine Library, 610 3rd St. 332-8146 6:00pm
Backpacking Washington: Hiking book author Craig Romano shares ideas and images from his Backpacking Washington book at 7pm at REI, 400 36th St. He’ll cover the diverse options across the state, and up-to-date travel information. Register in advance for the free presentation. 647-8955 or http://www.rei.com 7:00pm
Whatcom Swing: Learn new dances every week by joining Whatcom Swing for gatherings from 7-10:15pm every Monday at Lynden’s Ten Mile Grange, 6958 Hannegan Rd. Entry is $5. (360) 441-3652 7:00pm
Tuesday, August 14, 2012 (12 events)
Drama Camp: Teens 12 and older can sign up for a Drama Camp happening Monday through Friday at Mount Vernon’s Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St. The student’s efforts will culminate in a performance at the historic venue. Cost is $275 for the full week. (360) 419-7129 or http://www.lincolntheatre.org 12:00am
Circus Arts Camp: Kids ages 8 to 14 can learn circus skills such as juggling, unicycling, tumbling, stilt-walking and more when Jason Quick helms a Circus Arts Camp Monday through Friday in Bellingham. Cost is $125. 393-2272 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 12:00am
Northwest Washington Fair: The Oak Ridge Boys, Heart, Chris Tomlin, and Billy Currington will be the grandstand performers at this year’s Northwest Washington Fair, which takes place from 11am-11pm Monday through Saturday in Lynden at the NW Washington Fairgrounds, 1175 Front St. Additionally, there’ll be plenty of rides, games, 4H displays, horse shows and much, much more. General admission is $5-$10. Grandstand shows are $23-$48. http://www.nwwafair.com 11:00am
School’s Out Workshops: Sign kids ages 5 to 9 up for “School’s Out!” workshops from 1-4pm Aug. 14-17 at the Whatcom Museum’s Family Interactive Gallery in the Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St. Cost is $100-$125 for the whole session or $40-$50 per day. Quilt art will be the focus of the workshops. http://www.whatcommuseum.org 1:00pm
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
Adult Story Time: Listen in and join the discussion about the surprising turn of events in a short story by Women Hall of Fame’s Charlotte Perkins Gilman at an “Adult Story Time: An Illuminating Tale” gathering at 1pm at the Bellingham Public Library, 210 Central Ave. 778-7220 1:00pm
Walk the Valley: The Sudden Valley Community Association sponsors a “Walk the Valley” event from 5-9pm at the common areas in Gates 1 and 2. Learn about all the activities, spaces and programs available in Sudden Valley as you enjoy an evening meandering through the community spaces. Entry is free. http://www.suddenvalley.com 5:00pm
Pro Editing Primer: Join instructor Carolyn Dale for an info session for Western Washington University’s “Professional Editing: Print and Online Certificate Program” at 5:30pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. 650-6854 or http://www.villagebooks.com 5:30pm
Backcountry Cooking: Learn how to expand your talents as camp cook at a “Backcountry Cooking” clinic at 7pm at REI, 400 36th St. The free class will cover stoves, cookware, unique recipes and food handling. Please register in advance. 647-8955 or http://www.rei.com 7:00pm
Food Security: Larry Korn, the translator and editor of the late Masanobu Fukuoka’s last major work, Sowing Seeds in the Desert: Natural Farming, Global Restoration, & Ultimate Food Security, shares ideas from the book at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. Entry is free. http://www.villagebooks.com 7:00pm
Comedy Show: Michael Harris, Greg Miller, Evan Cooper, Jabez Richard and others will perform at tonight’s “Wait…What?!?” Comedy Show starting at 9pm at Glow Nightclub, 202 E. Holly St. The stand-up routines will be performed by people who have never done it before, so come see them squirm. Entry is free. http://www.glowbellingham.com 9:00pm
Wednesday, August 15, 2012 (13 events)
Drama Camp: Teens 12 and older can sign up for a Drama Camp happening Monday through Friday at Mount Vernon’s Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St. The student’s efforts will culminate in a performance at the historic venue. Cost is $275 for the full week. (360) 419-7129 or http://www.lincolntheatre.org 12:00am
Circus Arts Camp: Kids ages 8 to 14 can learn circus skills such as juggling, unicycling, tumbling, stilt-walking and more when Jason Quick helms a Circus Arts Camp Monday through Friday in Bellingham. Cost is $125. 393-2272 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 12:00am
Northwest Washington Fair: The Oak Ridge Boys, Heart, Chris Tomlin, and Billy Currington will be the grandstand performers at this year’s Northwest Washington Fair, which takes place from 11am-11pm Monday through Saturday in Lynden at the NW Washington Fairgrounds, 1175 Front St. Additionally, there’ll be plenty of rides, games, 4H displays, horse shows and much, much more. General admission is $5-$10. Grandstand shows are $23-$48. http://www.nwwafair.com 11:00am
School’s Out Workshops: Sign kids ages 5 to 9 up for “School’s Out!” workshops from 1-4pm Aug. 14-17 at the Whatcom Museum’s Family Interactive Gallery in the Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St. Cost is $100-$125 for the whole session or $40-$50 per day. Quilt art will be the focus of the workshops. http://www.whatcommuseum.org 1:00pm
San Juan County Fair: Recreational activities, agricultural shows, a carnival, food, art, 4H competitions and more will be part of the San Juan County Fair from 10am-9pm Wednesday through Saturday in Friday Harbor at the San Juan County Fairgrounds. Daily passes are $5-$10. http://www.sjcfair.org 10:00am
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
KCLT Groundbreaking: Join Kulshan Community land Trust for an official groundbreaking for the permanently affordable Indiana Street Homes at 4pm at 2776 and 2778 W. Indiana Street. http://www.kulshanclt.org 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
Basic Bike Maintenance: Bikespot Bicycle Repair’s Nick Stowe leads a “Basic Bike Maintenance” course at 6:30pm at Mount Vernon’s Skagit Valley Food Co-op. You’ll learn more about fixing flats, cleaning chains and supplies. Register in advance for the free class. http://www.skagitcoop.com 6:30pm
Wine Cruise: Join San Juan Cruises for “Un-Wined on the Bay” wine tasting cruises from 6:30-8pm leaving from the Bellingham Cruise Terminal every Wednesday through Aug. 29 in Bellingham Bay and beyond. Cost is $25 per adult. http://www.whales.com 6:30pm
Intro to Improv: Learn more about the art of improvisation at an “Awaken Your Creative Side!” free drop-in class for adults and teens from 7-9pm at Improv Playworks, 302 W. Illinois St. http://www.improvplayworks.com 7:00pm
Vaudevillingham: The monthly anything-goes variety show hosted by the Bellingham Circus Guild, Vaudevillingham, offers shows at 8pm and 10pm at the Depot Market Square on Chestnut Street and Railroad Avenue. Suggested donation is $5-$10. http://www.bellinghamcircusguild.com 8:00pm
Thursday, August 16, 2012 (22 events)
Drama Camp: Teens 12 and older can sign up for a Drama Camp happening Monday through Friday at Mount Vernon’s Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St. The student’s efforts will culminate in a performance at the historic venue. Cost is $275 for the full week. (360) 419-7129 or http://www.lincolntheatre.org 12:00am
Circus Arts Camp: Kids ages 8 to 14 can learn circus skills such as juggling, unicycling, tumbling, stilt-walking and more when Jason Quick helms a Circus Arts Camp Monday through Friday in Bellingham. Cost is $125. 393-2272 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 12:00am
Northwest Washington Fair: The Oak Ridge Boys, Heart, Chris Tomlin, and Billy Currington will be the grandstand performers at this year’s Northwest Washington Fair, which takes place from 11am-11pm Monday through Saturday in Lynden at the NW Washington Fairgrounds, 1175 Front St. Additionally, there’ll be plenty of rides, games, 4H displays, horse shows and much, much more. General admission is $5-$10. Grandstand shows are $23-$48. http://www.nwwafair.com 11:00am
School’s Out Workshops: Sign kids ages 5 to 9 up for “School’s Out!” workshops from 1-4pm Aug. 14-17 at the Whatcom Museum’s Family Interactive Gallery in the Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St. Cost is $100-$125 for the whole session or $40-$50 per day. Quilt art will be the focus of the workshops. http://www.whatcommuseum.org 1:00pm
San Juan County Fair: Recreational activities, agricultural shows, a carnival, food, art, 4H competitions and more will be part of the San Juan County Fair from 10am-9pm Wednesday through Saturday in Friday Harbor at the San Juan County Fairgrounds. Daily passes are $5-$10. http://www.sjcfair.org 10:00am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Stone Town Theatre Works presents a modernized version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at 7:30pm Thursday through Saturday at the Carrot and Stick Community Workshop and Farm, 4104 Y Rd. (about seven miles outside of Bellingham). Tickets are $10. http://www.stonetowntheatreworks.com 7:30pm
Whidbey Island Fair: The Whidbey Island Fair takes place from 9:30am-10pm Thurs.-Sat. and 9:30am-7pm Sunday in Langley at 819 Camano Ave. In addition to live music and entertainment, there’ll be a carnival, a parade, various contests—such as a “cackle and crow” contest and a zucchini contest—and quality, farm-based exhibits. Admission is $5-$8. http://www.whidbeyislandfair.com 9:30am
Mark Twain in Fairhaven: Local playwright and historian Joseph Lenz’s Mark Twain in Fairhaven: A Musical Tall Tale shows at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave. Tickets are $8-$12 and additional showings happen Aug. 23-26. http://www.firehouseperformingartscenter.com 7:30pm
Murder on the Nile: A stage version of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Nile shows at 7:30pm Thursday, 8pm Friday and Saturday, and 2pm Sunday at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Tickets are $18 and additional showings happen through Aug. 25. 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
Rescue Boats: Chuck Fowler presents a pictorial history featuring rare images from his book Patrol and Rescue Boats on Puget Sound at 12:30pm at the Whatcom Museum’s Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St. Suggested donation is $3. http://www.whatcommuseum.org 12:30pm
Woods Run: Join staff from Fairhaven Runners for a 100 Acre Woods run starting at 6pm at the store at 1209 11th St. In addition to the run through the woods, participants will also swing by the little-visited Hoag’s Pond. Entry is free. http://www.fairhavenrunners.com 6:00pm
Third Thursday Series: Bossa 31 brings Brazilian music and international jazz to the stage as part of the Third Thursday local music series from 6-8pm at the Swan Café in the Community Food Co-op, 1220 N. Forest St. Entry is free and open to all ages. 734-8157 6:00pm
Elizabeth Park Concert Series: As part of a summer concert series, listen to classic rock, jazz and blues by bandZandt from 6-8pm at the Columbia Neighborhood’s Elizabeth Park. Entry is free. Concerts happen every Thursday through Aug. 30. http://www.cob.org 6:00pm
Third Thursday Series: Bossa 31 brings Brazilian music and international jazz to the stage as part of the Third Thursday local music series from 6-8pm at the Swan Café in the Community Food Co-op, 1220 N. Forest St. Entry is free and open to all ages. 734-8157 6:00pm
History Cruise: Learn about local lore and get some great views of Bellingham when the Whatcom Museum continues its 29th summertime “History Sunset Cruise” tour from 6-8:30pm leaving from Squalicum Harbor aboard the Island Caper. Tickets are $30-$35. 778-8963 or http://www.whatcommuseum.org 6:00pm
Brews Cruise: Local beer enthusiasts will want to sign up for San Juan Cruises’ “Bellingham Bay BREWS Cruise” happening tonight from 6:30-8pm leaving from the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 355 Harris Ave. Cost is $30 and includes beer tastings and a variety of snacks. Additional cruises happen every Thursday in August. http://www.whales.com 6:30pm
Kill You Twice: i>New York Times bestselling author Chelsea Cain reads from her latest Archie Sheridan thriller, Kill You Twice, at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. 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
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, August 17, 2012 (21 events)
Drama Camp: Teens 12 and older can sign up for a Drama Camp happening Monday through Friday at Mount Vernon’s Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St. The student’s efforts will culminate in a performance at the historic venue. Cost is $275 for the full week. (360) 419-7129 or http://www.lincolntheatre.org 12:00am
Circus Arts Camp: Kids ages 8 to 14 can learn circus skills such as juggling, unicycling, tumbling, stilt-walking and more when Jason Quick helms a Circus Arts Camp Monday through Friday in Bellingham. Cost is $125. 393-2272 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 12:00am
Northwest Washington Fair: The Oak Ridge Boys, Heart, Chris Tomlin, and Billy Currington will be the grandstand performers at this year’s Northwest Washington Fair, which takes place from 11am-11pm Monday through Saturday in Lynden at the NW Washington Fairgrounds, 1175 Front St. Additionally, there’ll be plenty of rides, games, 4H displays, horse shows and much, much more. General admission is $5-$10. Grandstand shows are $23-$48. http://www.nwwafair.com 11:00am
School’s Out Workshops: Sign kids ages 5 to 9 up for “School’s Out!” workshops from 1-4pm Aug. 14-17 at the Whatcom Museum’s Family Interactive Gallery in the Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St. Cost is $100-$125 for the whole session or $40-$50 per day. Quilt art will be the focus of the workshops. http://www.whatcommuseum.org 1:00pm
San Juan County Fair: Recreational activities, agricultural shows, a carnival, food, art, 4H competitions and more will be part of the San Juan County Fair from 10am-9pm Wednesday through Saturday in Friday Harbor at the San Juan County Fairgrounds. Daily passes are $5-$10. http://www.sjcfair.org 10:00am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Stone Town Theatre Works presents a modernized version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at 7:30pm Thursday through Saturday at the Carrot and Stick Community Workshop and Farm, 4104 Y Rd. (about seven miles outside of Bellingham). Tickets are $10. http://www.stonetowntheatreworks.com 7:30pm
Whidbey Island Fair: The Whidbey Island Fair takes place from 9:30am-10pm Thurs.-Sat. and 9:30am-7pm Sunday in Langley at 819 Camano Ave. In addition to live music and entertainment, there’ll be a carnival, a parade, various contests—such as a “cackle and crow” contest and a zucchini contest—and quality, farm-based exhibits. Admission is $5-$8. http://www.whidbeyislandfair.com 9:30am
Mark Twain in Fairhaven: Local playwright and historian Joseph Lenz’s Mark Twain in Fairhaven: A Musical Tall Tale shows at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave. Tickets are $8-$12 and additional showings happen Aug. 23-26. http://www.firehouseperformingartscenter.com 7:30pm
Murder on the Nile: A stage version of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Nile shows at 7:30pm Thursday, 8pm Friday and Saturday, and 2pm Sunday at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Tickets are $18 and additional showings happen through Aug. 25. 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
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
Tarnation: Expect gunslingers, outlaws, horses, sheriffs and more when a new improvised form, “Tarnation,” shows with 9pm performances Friday and Saturday at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. Tickets to experience the Old West are $8-$10 and additional gigs happen through the end of the month. 733-8855 or http://www.theupfront.com 9:00pm
Make ‘Em Laugh: An original musical comedy by Michael Wallace, Make ‘Em Laugh, shows at 7pm at Mount Vernon’s RiverBelle Dinner Theatre, 100 E. Montgomery St. Expect time travel, vaudevillian entertainment and much more. Tickets are $30-$40 and additional showings happen Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 25. http://www.riverbelledinnertheatre.com 7:00pm
Nature Babies: Kids, adults and adventurers can join Wild Whatcom Walks for “Nature Babies” excursions from 9:30-11am every Friday in August at the south end of Boulevard Park (by the Woods Coffee). Entry is by donation. http://www.wildwhatcom.org 9:30am
Family Ride: Join Everybody Bikes for a Family Summer Ride, “Bikes and Water,” starting at 2pm at Bellingham’s St. Clair Park, 2015 St. Clair St. Participants will ride through Whatcom Falls Park and tour the Drinking Water Treatment Center. Parents or guardians must accompany all children. http://www.everybodybike.com 2:00pm
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
Bellewood Acres Music: Lindsay Street will perform at a free concert from 6-9pm at Bellewood Acres, 6140 Guide Meridian. The series continues with a show by the Prozac Mountain Boys Aug. 24. All ages will be welcome, and beer, wine and cider will be available for purchase. http://www.bellewoodfarms.com 6:00pm
Creative Storytelling: Sheila Goldsmith and members of Improv Playworks will lead a “Creative Storytelling” event at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. Participants will learn more about bringing storytelling and narrative to life. Entry is free and open to all ages. http://www.villagebooks.com or www.improvplayworks.com 7:00pm
Bellingham Bike-In: The 4th annual Bellingham Bike-In begins at 7pm on Bay Street in downtown Bellingham. The event, which is planned to be a celebration of the bicycle as a mode of transport and recreation, includes a beer garden, live music a Bike Show n’ Shine, contests and a viewing of the Talking Heads concert film Stop Making Sense. Entry is free, but donations will be accepted. 201-6477 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) 7:00pm
Family Story Night: Professional tale-tellers from the Bellingham Storytellers Guild will share their skills at Family Story Night at 7pm at the Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. Entry is free. 778-7188 7:00pm
Saturday, August 18, 2012 (35 events)
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
Northwest Washington Fair: The Oak Ridge Boys, Heart, Chris Tomlin, and Billy Currington will be the grandstand performers at this year’s Northwest Washington Fair, which takes place from 11am-11pm Monday through Saturday in Lynden at the NW Washington Fairgrounds, 1175 Front St. Additionally, there’ll be plenty of rides, games, 4H displays, horse shows and much, much more. General admission is $5-$10. Grandstand shows are $23-$48. http://www.nwwafair.com 11:00am
Holiday Show Auditions: Auditions for Irving Berlin’s A Holiday Show will be held from 2-5pm Saturday and Sunday at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Women and men who can sing and dance are invited to try out. http://www.acttheatre.com 2:00pm
San Juan County Fair: Recreational activities, agricultural shows, a carnival, food, art, 4H competitions and more will be part of the San Juan County Fair from 10am-9pm Wednesday through Saturday in Friday Harbor at the San Juan County Fairgrounds. Daily passes are $5-$10. http://www.sjcfair.org 10:00am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Stone Town Theatre Works presents a modernized version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at 7:30pm Thursday through Saturday at the Carrot and Stick Community Workshop and Farm, 4104 Y Rd. (about seven miles outside of Bellingham). Tickets are $10. http://www.stonetowntheatreworks.com 7:30pm
Whidbey Island Fair: The Whidbey Island Fair takes place from 9:30am-10pm Thurs.-Sat. and 9:30am-7pm Sunday in Langley at 819 Camano Ave. In addition to live music and entertainment, there’ll be a carnival, a parade, various contests—such as a “cackle and crow” contest and a zucchini contest—and quality, farm-based exhibits. Admission is $5-$8. http://www.whidbeyislandfair.com 9:30am
Mark Twain in Fairhaven: Local playwright and historian Joseph Lenz’s Mark Twain in Fairhaven: A Musical Tall Tale shows at 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat. and 2pm Sun. at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave. Tickets are $8-$12 and additional showings happen Aug. 23-26. http://www.firehouseperformingartscenter.com 7:30pm
Murder on the Nile: A stage version of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Nile shows at 7:30pm Thursday, 8pm Friday and Saturday, and 2pm Sunday at the Anacortes Community Theatre, 918 M Ave. Tickets are $18 and additional showings happen through Aug. 25. 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
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
Tarnation: Expect gunslingers, outlaws, horses, sheriffs and more when a new improvised form, “Tarnation,” shows with 9pm performances Friday and Saturday at the Upfront Theatre, 1208 Bay St. Tickets to experience the Old West are $8-$10 and additional gigs happen through the end of the month. 733-8855 or http://www.theupfront.com 9:00pm
Make ‘Em Laugh: An original musical comedy by Michael Wallace, Make ‘Em Laugh, shows at 7pm at Mount Vernon’s RiverBelle Dinner Theatre, 100 E. Montgomery St. Expect time travel, vaudevillian entertainment and much more. Tickets are $30-$40 and additional showings happen Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 25. http://www.riverbelledinnertheatre.com 7:00pm
Community Garage Sale: A Community Garage Sale takes place from 8am-1pm at the Deming Library, 5044 Mt. Baker Hwy. If you want to sell goods, a $20 fee will be donated to the Friends of the Deming Library. 592-2422 8:00am
Agape Walk & Run: Get moving for homeless women and children at today’s Agape Walk & 5K Run fundraiser for the Agape Home starting at 9:15am at Lake Padden Park. Entry is $5 for kids and $15 for adults. All proceeds will provide shelter, hot meals and support to local women and children. http://www.thelighthousemission.org 9:15am
Winter Gardening: “Fall and Winter Vegetable Gardening” will be the focus of a free workshop at 10am at Bakerview Nursery, 945 E. Bakerview Rd. You’ll learn which varieties of veggies are truly cold-hardy for our county as well as how to grow and protect them through the winter. 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
Props and Ponies: Celebrate “the car that changed the way we drive, and the aircraft that changed the course of a war” at the annual “Props and Ponies” car and airplane show from 10am-4pm at the Heritage Flight Museum, 4165 Mitchell Way. Flights will be conducted throughout the day, and there’ll be food available for purchase. Suggested donation is $3 for kids and $5 for adults. http://www.heritageflight.org 10:00am
Birch Bay Art: The second annual “Art at Birch Bay Square” takes place from 10am-5pm at Custer’s Birch Bay Square (Exit 270 at Birch Bay/Lynden Rd.). More than two dozen Northwest artists will sell their own handmade arts and crafts, including original jewelry, painting, woodworking, textiles, photography and more. Entry is free. http://www.artatbirchbaysquare.com 10:00am
Seconds Sale: Pottery seconds, original art and many other items will be available at a Seconds Sidewalk Sale from 10am-6pm at the Whatcom Art Guild’s Art Market in McKenzie Alley in Fairhaven. http://www.whatcomartguild.org 10:00am
Blues Festival: Rhapsody in Blues, the Greg Pitsch Band, Cindy Minkler, and the Dave McAdams Band will be among the performers taking part in a Benefit Blues Festival from 12-8pm on Lummi Island in the lot next to the Islander Store. There’ll also be arts and crafts vendors, a food and beer/wine garden, speakers and more. Suggested donation is $5; funds raised benefit MORE for Change. 920-5243 or http://www.moreforchange.org 12:00pm
Bike to Farms: Skagit Flats Farm, J4 Ranch, and Ralph’s Greenhouse will be among the stops riders will make at a “Bicycle to Farms Tour” starting at 1pm in Mount Vernon at the Skagit Valley Food Co-op’s parking lot. The ride is free. http://www.skagitfoodcoop.com 1:00pm
Preserving the Harvest: Canning, drying and freezing of different fruit and vegetable crops will be discussed at a “Preserving the Harvest” workshop from 1:30-3pm at Everson’s Cloud Mountain Farm, 6906 Goodwin Rd. Entry is free and no registration is required. http://www.cloudmountainfarm.com 1:30pm
Summer Reading Celebration: Join the Friends of the Sumas Library Group for an End of Summer Reading Celebration from 3-4pm at the Sumas Library, 451 2nd St. Entry—and ice cream—is free. 988-2501 3:00pm
Clover Reading: Attend a multi-author reading featuring contributors to Clover, A Literary Rag, Vol. 3 at 4pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St. Writers are from the Independent Writers’ Studio and include poets and authors from Bellingham to Ireland. http://www.villagebooks.com 4:00pm
Chefs in the Market: As part of the Bellingham Farmers Market’s monthly “Chef in the Market” series, local chefs will be on hand today to demonstrate recipes using local ingredients sourced from the market. At 11am, Kevin Banner from Bellingham Golf & Country Club will share his culinary talents, and at 1pm, Joel Shumate from Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen will do his thing. Samples will be provided. http://www.bellinghamfarmers.org 5:40pm
Winery Concert: Original music and classic favorites can be heard when Laura Overstreet performs from 6-9pm at Mount Vernon’s Carpenter Creek Winery, 20376 Hickox Rd. A $7 cover charge includes 20 percent off your first glass or bottle of wine. http://www.carpentercreek.com 6:00pm
BAAY Alumni Concert: Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth alumni who are currently members of the award-winning Bellingham High School Concert Choir will perform to raise funds to get them to a performance in New York City next spring at a concert at 7pm at BAAY’s headquarters at 1059 N. State St. Tickets are $20. 389-8567 or http://www.baay.org 7:00pm
Summer Ballet Treasures: Scenes from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Paquita, and The Red Pony can be seen when Northwest Ballet Theatre presents “Summer Ballet Treasures” at 8pm at Mount Vernon’s McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way. Tickets are $15-$25. http://www.mcintyrehall.org 8:00pm
Hot August Nights: Join USA Dance Bellingham for a “Hot August Nights” dance from 8-10pm at the Blue Moon Ballroom, 1213 Cornwall Ave. Show up at 7pm for a dance lesson. Entry is $7-$10. 734-5676 or http://www.bellinghamusadance.com 8:00pm
Pancake Breakfast: The Western Washington Fruit Research Foundation presents its 4th annual Summer Fruit Festival from 8:30am-4pm in Mount Vernon at the Washington Research Extension Center, 16650 State Route 536. Classes and demos on Espalier, demos by celebrity chef Graham Kerr, fruit tastings, tours, presentations and more will be part of the day’s activities. Entry is $15 per person or $30 per family. Register in advance. http://www.nwfruit.org 8:00pm
Experience Tango: Tango Popolare focuses on Argentine tango music and dancing when the group hosts its monthly “Experience Tango” dance from 8-11:30pm at Presence Dance Studio, 1412 Cornwall Ave. Entry is $5 for students and $10 general. 708-8076 8:00pm
