Calendar
February
Art at the Fish: Food, Food, Food
February 2009
Painting exhibition featuring Food related images by Bellingham painters R.R. Clark, Rebecca Meloy, Maren Larson, Rachel Foreman, and Seattle artist Cathy Fields. Please visit the Art at the Fish website to view art and to learn about upcoming 2009 exhibitions - www.bigfatfishco.com/artshows.html, 1304 12th Street, Bellingham, WA 9822. During business hours. Reservation Line 360-733-2284
The Circle of Trees Art Studio
February 2009
Sale & demonstrations of watercolors, felting, pottery, painted silk scarves, & unique brooms. Watercolor classes begin in early February. The public is welcome by appointment at the new studio just four miles east of the I-5 #274 exit. Please call. 3432 Sweet Rd, Blaine, Event Times: by appointment, Event Cost: no cost, Phone: 360-332-8082, circleoftrees@mac.com
All Things Not Quilted
February 2009
The La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum presents “All Things Not Quilted: A Look at the World of Textiles," including works by local, national, & international fiber and textile artists. Textiles are defined as a product made of fibers. This exhibit explores various techniques used to form textiles: knitting, lace making, weaving, silk fusion, crocheting, felting, etc. We will also see pieces which include readymade textiles and how artists use these textiles as both a source for inspiration and as an avenue for interpretation. La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum 703 S. 2nd Street PO Box 1270 La Conner, WA 98257 360.466.4288, info@laconnerquilts.com Hours of Operation:* Our NEW hours of operation are: Wednesday--Sunday: 11am--5pm Mon & Tues: closed Jan 1-16: Closed major holidays Extended hours during month of April for Tulip Festival: 10am--5pm, 7 days/week. Admission: $5.00 — members and children under 12 are free
"Trespassing"
February 2009
Contemporary works by 6 Native American, Alaskan Native and Native Hawaiian artists. Included are provocative works that address preconceptions of Native American art and pushes to the forefront refreshing and too-often unseen perspectives on a variety of timely political and social issues. Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: noon-5 PM, Tues-Sun., Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Snow Geese & Trumpeter Swans are Here!
February 2009
Hundreds of thousands of shorebirds, Neotropical migrants, and other birds of the Pacific Flyway depend on Washington's wealth of natural habitats: some stop here to rest and eat before continuing north, while others stay to nest and raise the next generation. Northwest Washington is famous in winter for its large populations of seabirds, Bald Eagles, Snow Geese, and Trumpeter and Tundra Swans, and offers some of the country's best raptor viewing. Contact the La Conner Chamber for a free bird map. For more information visit: www.laconnerchamber.com
“Ralli Quilts: Treasures from Pakistan and India”
February 2009
The La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum presents “Ralli Quilts: Treasures from Pakistan and India” with guest curator, Patricia Stoddard. The Ralli Quilts come from the Sindh region in Pakistan and India and are made for domestic and religious uses. The rallis textiles may be made by piecing, appliqué, or embroidery techniques. The textiles mix bold designs and bright colors in traditional patterns of florals and geometrics. These designs can be found in carvings on desert tombs in Sindh and Baluchistan and on ancient pottery of that region, such as the motifs in Mehrgarh pottery (6000-3000 BC.) One can also find legends, folk songs and sayings about rallis. Owning many ralli quilts is a sign of wealth in the rural areas, yet rallis are often made from used and worn out clothing. These scraps are hand dyed with the most common colors used being white, black, red, yellow, orange, green, dark blue, and purple. The piecing is usually done by one woman, she then enlists female friends and family members to help hand stitch the top and bottom layers together. Ralli textiles are most often made for use within the family unit. La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum 703 S. 2nd Street PO Box 1270 La Conner, WA 98257 360.466.4288 info@laconnerquilts.com Hours of Operation:* Our NEW hours of operation are: Wednesday--Sunday: 11am--5pm Mon & Tues: closed Jan 1-16: Closed major holidays Extended hours during month of April for Tulip Festival: 10am--5pm, 7 days/week. Admission: $5.00 — members and children under 12 are free
Nooksack Snowshoe Excursion
February 01, 2009
Join North Cascades Institute and Dave Moskowitz, a longtime tracker and teacher at the Wilderness Awareness School. This field excursion will feature low-impact travel with two naturalists experienced in backcountry winter travel. Snowshoe rental is included as part of the class. Upper Nooksack Area, Event Times: 9am - 4pm, Event Cost: $95, Phone: 360 856-5700 x 209, www.ncascades.org/programs/seminars/course.html?workshop_id=923
The Penultimate Problem of Sherlock Holmes
February 1-15, 2009
The master sleuth makes his premier appearance on the Guild stage, and the stakes are at an all-time high as Holmes prepares to meet his Maker! Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St, Bellingham, Event Times: 8 PM Thurs-Sat, 2 PM Sun, Event Cost: $7-$11, Phone: 360-733-1811, www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com
Darius Kinsey Photographs
February 1-15, 2009
Through his 50-year career in photography, Darius Kinsey (1869-1945) created images that captured the character of the early Northwest. More than a simple documentary record, the Kinsey aesthetic communicates the monumental interaction between men, machinery and mammoth trees. Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: noon- 5 PM, Tues. - Sun., Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Bellingham's Trolleys
February 03, 2009
Museum photo historian Jeff Jewell presents an illustrated history of Bellingham’s trolley system (1891 to 1938). Competing trolley lines merged and expanded and trolley types changed to fit business and public needs within Bellingham’s first major intra-city mass transportation system. Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: 12:30 PM, Event Cost: Free Phone: 360 778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
TapWater & The Special Purpose
February 04, 2009
Wednesday, February 4 @ Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro 9:30pm, $5, 21+ TapWater (www.myspace.com/tapwatermusic) & The Special Purpose (www.myspace.com/thespecialpurposefunk) Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro, 1107 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, Event Times: 9:30 PM, Event Cost: $4, Phone: 360 647-5593, www.bbaybrewery.com
Ballroom Dancing
February 04, 2009
Dance to the music of Sentimental Journey in the elegant and historic Leopold Crystal Ballroom. Admission is free and open to the public. First Wednesday of every month. The Leopold, 1224 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, Event Times: 6-8 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-733-3500, www.leopoldretirement.com
First Friday Gallery Art Walk
February 06, 2009
First Friday Gallery Art Walk. Come downtown and enjoy the art galleries! Downtown Anacortes, 6-9PM
STG Presents Brandi Carlile
February 06, 2009
Called one of “10 Artists to Watch” by Rolling Stone in 2005, Seattle-native Brandi Carlile has proven herself to be an important singer-songwriter, with her self-titled debut album widely acclaimed by critics and fans alike. Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N Commercial St, Bellingham, Event Times: 8 PM, Event Cost: $22, Phone: 360-734-6080, www.mountbakertheatre.com
Night Walk at Semiahmoo
February 06, 2009
The best wintertime low tides for exploration of marine life fall during darkness. Don headlamps to venture out into the tidelands of Semiahmoo Park with naturalists Doug Stark and David Bean to discover this landscape in a new way. No registration required. Meet at Semiahmoo Park Museum at 7 PM. Semiahmoo Park Museum, Blaine, Event Times: 7 - 9 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-733-2900, www.co.whatcom.wa.us/parks
Pica Beats & Jon McIntyre
February 06, 2009
Friday, February 6 @ Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro 10:30pm, $4, 21+ *The Late Show* presents The Pica Beats (http://www.myspace.com/thepicabeats)& Jon McIntyre (http://www.myspace.com/jonathanmcintyre), Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro, 1107 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, Event Times: 10:30 PM, Event Cost: $4, Phone: 360-647-5593, www.bbaybrewery.com
BSME Model Railroad Open House
February 07, 2009
The Bellingham Society of Model Engineers is a non-profit model railroad club. We are located in Alger, WA. At I-5 exit 240 go east on Lake Samish Rd ½ mile. At stop sign, turn left onto Old Highway 99. Go approx. ¼-mile; BSME is on the right, next to Alger Community Church. Adjacent Alger Community Church, 1469 Silver Run Lane, Alger, Event Times: 11 AM-4 PM, Event Cost: By donation, Phone: 360-650-3727, david.sherwood@wwu.edu
Pacific Northwest Rain Festival
February 07, 2009
A fun, goofy, and short, mid-winter event featuring rain poetry contest, rain gear fashion show, music, hot drinks, and rain prediction by a Pug dog (we don't have a Groundhog). Prizes from Fairhaven merchants. Afterward, everyone disbands to visit Fairhaven pubs. Fairhaven Village Green, 10th & Mill St in Fairhaven, Bellingham, Event Times: 11:30-12:30 AM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360 920-8223, www.fairhaven.com
Valentine’s Family Activity Day
February 07, 2009
Come anytime during the four-hour period to make some wonderful crafts for the special people in your life. Activities are geared for children in pre-school through grade school accompanied by caregivers. Materials and a Valentine treat provided. Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: Noon-4 PM, Tues-Sun, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Birding the Beaches of Semiahmoo
February 07, 2009
Join the North Cascades Audubon Society and Whatcom County Parks for this half-day walking tour on the first Saturday of each month. View large numbers of seabirds, waterfowl and shorebirds as well as raptors and songbirds on the beaches of Semiahmoo Bay and Drayton Harbor. No registration required. Semiahmoo Park, Blaine, Event Times: 9 AM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-380-3356, www.northcascadesaudubon.org
Watershed Wander
February 07, 2009
James Higgins and Muddy Boots
February 07, 2009
Chuckanut Brewery and Kitchen - Live Music James Higgins and the Muddy Boots Band. James Higgins joins with Muddy Boots Band to play fun acoustic folk music. Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen, 601 W Holly St, Bellingham, Event Times: 8 PM, Event Cost: No Cover, Phone: 360-752-3377, www.chuckanutbreweryandkitchen.com
Lisa McCarthy Faculty Recital
February 08, 2009
Lisa McCarthy, associate professor of flute at Western Washington University gives her faculty recital featuring works by Messaiaen, Bitsch, Beaser, and Gabave. Accompaniment by Roger Briggs, piano; the Zephyr Winds; Jennifer Weeks, oboe; Kim Fay, clarinet; and Pat Nelson, bassoon. PAC Concert Hall, WWU 516 High St, Bellingham, Event Times: 4 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-650-3130, pacseries.wwu.edu/tickets.shtml
Kings Men of Song Concert
February 08, 2009
Join us for a night of wonderful music to benefit the Lighthouse Mission. Admission is free; a love offering will be taken. Free refreshments will be available at 6:15 PM. Hope In Christ Church, 710 E Sunset Drive, Bellingham, Event Times: 7 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-671-1562, www.thelighthousemission.org
Drayton Harbor Days-Bike Show & Shine
February 08, 2009
All bikes welcome, no entry fee or pre-registration required.3rd annual Drayton Harbor Days Bike Show & Shine, Pastime Bar, 658 Peace Portal Drive, Blaine, Event Times: 12-3 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-332-6623, mlhpastime@aol.com
Mockingbird: Songs for Lovers
February 10, 2009
The Capella trio Mockingbird, presents Valentine’s Day songs for lovers. Whatever your passion…men, women, trees, world peace, chocolate …Mockingbird has a song to celebrate it! Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: 12:30 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Museum Docent Program
February 12, 2009
Marvin Wolff presents a program about the HMS Queen Mary and Howard Hughes’ Spruce Goose located in Long Beach, California. He follows up his last Docent program with more information and presents insights into aviator-business man Howard Hughes. Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: 12:30 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Historical Society Program
February 12, 2009
"Finding Aunt Phoebe: My Search for the True Life of Phoebe Goodell Judson" Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: 7:30 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Valentine Wine Dinner
February 12, 2009
Enjoy a Valentine's Wine Dinner on Lummi Island featuring Chef Jason Barwikowski of Clyde Common in Portland and John Paul, winemaker of Cameron Wines in Dundee. Willows Inn, 2579 West Shore Drive, Lummi Island, Event Times: 6:00 PM, Event Cost: vary, Phone: 360-758-2620, www.willows-inn.com
Eagles of the Nooksack
February 12, 2009
View bald eagles gathered on the North Fork Nooksack River to feed on spawned salmon. Learn about bald eagle ecology and life history. Program includes a walk through the riverbed on uneven, rocky surfaces. Wear boots. Register at start of trip at Deming Homestead Eagle Park on Truck Road. Deming Homestead Eagle Park, Deming, Event Times: 10 AM-Noon, Event Cost: $2/person, Phone: 360-733-2900, www.co.whatcom.wa.us/parks
Collegium Recital
February 12, 2009
The program will include music for lute by Byrd and Mudarra, two pieces from Giulio Caccini's Le nuove musiche from 1612, the premiere of variations by early 19th century Bernberg guitarist Adalbert Joseph Kraus, and his more famous contemporary, Joseph Martin Kraus's Rondo with variations. PAC Concert Hall, WWU 516 High St, Bellingham, Event Times: 8-10 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-650-3130, pacseries.wwu.edu/index.shtml
Valentine's Ball at U and Me Dance
February 13, 2009
Come celebrate love and music at our Valentine's Ball. Singles and beginners are always welcome. Dessert Bar and Rumba lesson along with Dance. Semi-Formal event. The Majestic 1027 N Forest St, Bellingham, Event Times: 8 PM, Event Cost: $12 or $10 for students/seniors, Phone: 360-676-0292, www.uandmedance.com
Disney's Beauty and the Beast
February 13, 2009 - February 21, 2009
Lynden High School presents their 2009 drama production of Disney's "Beauty and the Beast." Showtimes: 7:30pm on 2/13, 2/14, 2/19, 2/20, 2/21; 2pm show on 2/14. Reserved seating tickets should be on sale by Jan 26th at the Lynden High School office from 7:30am - 4:00pm M-F. Judson Auditorium, 516 Main St (Lynden Middle School), Lynden, Event Times: 7:30 PM, 2 PM Sunday, Event Cost: Adults: $7, Students/Seniors: $5, Phone: 360-354-4401
Sugar, Sugar, Sugar at Boundary Bay
February 13, 2009
*The Late Show* presents Sugar, Sugar, Sugar & The Bugs. 21+ only. Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro, 1107 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, Event Times: 10:30pm, Event Cost: $4, Phone: 360-647-5593, www.bbaybrewery.com
Resources for Artists Workshop
February 14, 2009
Miguel Guillen, Artist Trust Information Manager discusses the essentials of presenting your work; how to get funding and exhibition possibilities, professional resources, grant programs, information services, and the EDGE Professional Development Training Program for visual artists. Allied Arts, 1418 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, Event Times: 1-3 PM, Event Cost: Free Phone: 360-676-8548 x2, www.alliedarts.org
Family Valentine Hoedown
February 14, 2009
Hosted by Bellingham Parks and Recreation, our annual Valentine Dance is becoming a family tradition. Come dance to live music, enjoy some food, try the cake walk and get your photo taken! What a great way to spend Valentine's Day with your family. Bloedel Donovan Gym, 2214 Electric Ave, Bellingham, Event Times: 7-9 PM, Event Cost: $7/$9, Phone: 360-778-7000
Sweetheart Wine Tasting - Coupeville
February 14, 2009
Sweetheart Wine & Chocolate Tasting & Art Market Wine and chocolate tasting will be featured throughout the weekend at the Greenbank Farm Market inside the historic 1904 Barn. The event is scheduled from 10am-5pm on February 16-18. Bring your sweetheart and experience the varieties of wine and chocolate, as you taste wines of the Puget Sound area paired with truffles, Belgian chocolates and fudge. Stroll through the market of handcrafts, art photography and gourmet foods created by local artisans to find special gifts for your Valentine. Enjoy the charming atmosphere of the market in the barn making your visit to the farm a sweet destination. For more information contact the events Manager at 360/678-7710 or email events@greenbankfarm.com
Bent Grass on Valentine's Day
February 14, 2009
Bent Grass, a local Blue Grass band plays their funky fiddle music and love melodies for folks @ Chuckanut Brewery and Kitchen on Valentine’s Day. The regular dinner menu is available along with Chef Chad Bowes Valentine’s Day Dinner Specials of pasta, fish and steak. Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen, 601 W. Holly St, Bellingham, Event Times: 8 PM, Event Cost: No Cover, Phone: 360-752-3377, www.chuckanutbreweryandkitchen.com
Artist Walk-Through and Discussion
February 15, 2009
Join artists John Feodorov (Navajo), Tanis S’eiltin (Tlingit), Ramon Murillo (Shoshone Bannock), and Roxanne Chinook (Warm Springs/Wasco) for an exhibition walk-through and discussion of their work in "Trespassing." Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: 2 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Swans at Sunrise
February 15, 2009
Spend a magical morning at Tennant Lake observing swans that depart from their roosts at first light. Learn about these beautiful birds and threats to their survival. Bring binoculars! Co-sponsored by WA Dept of Fish & Wildlife, Whatcom County Parks, and Friends of Tennant Lake. Tennant Lake, Ferndale, Event Times: 6:30 -9:30 AM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-384-3064, www.co.whatcom.wa.us/parks/tennantlake/events
Presidents' Day Recreation Ride
February 16, 2009
Celebrate the Presidents' Day holiday with a recreational bike ride hosted by the Mt. Baker Bicycle Club. Ride from Cornwall Park in Bellingham to Lake Whatcom or another fun destination. Social pace (12 - 14 mph), a faster group of riders will go separately. Guide Meridian entrance, near picnic pavilion. Meet at Cornwall Park, Bellingham, Event Times: 10 AM-1 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-671-BIKE, www.everybodybike.com
Bite of Blaine
February 16, 2009
This annual event brings together local restaurants and area food confectioners from Blaine and Birch Bay serving up tasty samplings. Attended by hundreds of hungry people this event is sold out every year. Get your tickets early, there will be no ticket sales at the door. Purchase tickets at: Pacific Building Center, 2677 Bell Road, Blaine - (360) 332-5335. Blaine Cost Cutter, 1733 H, Street, Blaine - (360) 332-5909, Semiahmoo Resort, Spa & Golf, 9565 Semiahmoo Pkwy, Blaine - (360)-318-2000. For more information contact the Blaine Visitor Center at (360) 332-4544. Time: Doors Open 6 PM xxx No Host Bar: 6:30PM, Tickets: $25/pp. Tuesday, February 17th, 11:30 am - 1pm - Birch Bay Chamber Meeting. CJ's Beach House Restaurant Banquet Room, 7878 Birch Bay Drive. RSVP to Lisag@homesteadnw.com
Paranormal Research Around Bellingham
February 17, 2009
Are there ghosts in the Eldridge Mansion, the Wild Buffalo building, Lairmont Manor or the Laube Hotel building? BOOO, Bellingham Observers of the Odd and Obscure, presents a program describing the symptoms of a haunting and provides first-hand stories of familiar buildings in our area. Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: 12:30 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Paul Roberts - Sanford Piano Series
February 17, 2009
An international authority on French repertoire, British pianist Paul Roberts enjoys an extensive playing and lecturing schedule that takes him across the U.S., Great Britain and Western Europe. Roberts is a Fellow of the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, visiting professor at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, and director of Music at Castelfranc piano program in southern France. WWU - PAC Concert Hall, 481 High St, Bellingham, Event Times: 7:30 PM, Event Cost: $9-$16, Phone: 360-650-6146, www.wwu.edu/cfpa
Taste Anacortes
February 18, 2009
Come and enjoy Taste Anacortes. Visit the link below for this month's restaurants and routes! 5-9PM. For more information: www.anacortes.org/tasteanacortes.cfm
Comedy Fest NW
February 18, 2009 - February 20, 2009
This February, for the fourth year running, Infinity Live Productions brings the best sketch, Improv, and standup comedy acts from around the world to lil’ole Bellingham for one of the finest comedy festivals around. Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N Commercial St, Bellingham, Event Times: Wed 8 PM, Thurs/Fri 7 PM & 9 PM, Event Cost: $14 Wed/Thurs, $16 Fri, Phone: 360-734-6080, www.mountbakertheatre.com
LPAG Presents "Sabrina Fair"
February 18, 2009 - March 08, 2009
Who would think that such a light, easy, and innocent plot could be so very funny! It's a 1950s love story of romance-trumps-social-status that, after the laughing, leaves everyone smiling. Claire vg Thomas Theatre, 655 Front St, Lynden, Event Times: 7:30 PM, 2 PM matinees, Event Cost: $13 & $11, Phone: 360-354-4425, www.clairevgtheatre.org
Wine Tasting- Flavors of Carnival
February 18, 2009
Delve into the flavors of Carnival from around the world. From the Cajun-Creole heritage of Louisiana to the Samba passion food of Brazil, Chef’s troop of renegade chefs conjure ecstasy through your taste buds romanced by voodoo wines that hold up to said revelry. Big Fat Fish, Company, Fairhaven, 1304 12th St, Bellingham, Event Times: 6:30 PM, Event Cost: $34, Phone: 360 733-2284, www.bigfatfishco.com
Bellingham Human Rights Film Fest
February 19, 2009 - February 28, 2009
The Bellingham Human Rights Film Festival, sponsored in part by the Whatcom Human Rights Task Force, brings timely human rights issues to our community with informative, provoking and inspirational films from around the world. Pickford Cinema and Fairhaven College Auditorium, 1416 Cornwall Ave. and 516 High St., Bellingham, Event Times: 7 p.m. weekdays, noon weekends, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-312-5796, www.myspace.com/bellinghamhumanrightsfilm
Sleeping Over With Science & Arts
February 20, 2009 - February 21, 2009
Parents, relax at home or enjoy an evening out, while your kids (grades 3-5) explore science or the arts at Western Washington University. The sleepover follows an evening of immersion in special topics in science “Crime Scene Investigation” or arts “Indiana Jones-Treasure Hunt”. SMATE Building/WWU Campus, 516 High Street, Bellingham, Event Times: 6:30pm, Event Cost: $55, Phone: (360) 650-3308, www.wwu.edu/youth
Whatcom Wildlife at Lake Terrell
February 21, 2009
View wintering swans, ducks, coots, grebes, raptors, finches, sparrows and resident song birds at the Lake Terrell wildlife area. Beginning birders welcome for this half-day tour. Meet at lake at 9 a.m. Co-sponsored by North Cascades Audubon and Wash. Dept of Fish & Wildlife. Lake Terrell, Ferndale, Event Times: 9 AM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-380-3356, www.northcascadesaudubon.org
Cascade Ensemble
February 22, 2009
The Cascade Ensemble continues their quarterly programs providing an eclectic mix of chamber music works. Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: 2 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Washington Brass
February 22, 2009
Celebrating 34 years as a quintet, Washington Brass will play works by Mendelssohn, J.S. Bach, Charles Ives, and others. Lauren Anderson and Vince Green, trumpets; Richard Reed, Horn; Keith Winkle, trombone, and Carla Rutschman, tuba. PAC Concert Hall, 516 High St, Bellingham, Event Times: 7pm, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 650-3130
The Pig War, A Pictorial History
February 24, 2009
Mike Vouri, Chief of Interpretation and Historian for San Juan Island National Historical Park, presents an illustrated history of the Pig War, via nearly 100 vintage photographs taken from his most recent book, "The Pig War, A Pictorial History" from Arcadia Publishing. Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, Event Times: 12:30 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-778-8930, www.whatcommuseum.org
Tory Christenson Wiggle Like a Fish
February 24, 2009
Bellingham Parks and Recreation hosts this musical performer who will have you and your preschooler up and wiggling, dancing and giggling with his feel-good country folk music. Bloedel Donovan Gym, 2214 Electric Ave, Bellingham, Event Times: 10:30 AM, Event Cost: $2, Phone: 360-778-7000
First Gear Bike Class
February 25, 2009
Spring is coming, enjoy the outdoors by bicycle. First Gear bicycle class gives you the tips and skills to make cycling fun, safe, and comfortable. A great refresher if you haven't biked in a while; an excellent introduction for starting out. Registration required (low registration may cancel). Corner of North Forest and Champion, Whatcom Smart Trips, 314 East Champion Street, Bellingham, Event Times: 5:30 PM-7:30 PM, Event Cost: Free to Whatcom Smart Trips. Participants who pre-register; others $10, Phone: 360-671-2453, www.everybodyBIKE.comBicycle Travelogue Slide Show: New
February 26, 2009
Bicycle the back roads of New Zealand without leaving town. Enjoy the adventure and scenery of the South Island. Find out how fun and friendly the Kiwi culture is, and get some travel insights from a woman who travels the world. Cathie Gerlicher shares insights from a month-long trip in 2007. Meeting Room, Bellingham Public Library, Bellingham, Event Times: 7-9 PM, Event Cost: $2 donation, Phone: 360-778-7000, www.everybodybike.com
NSEA Annual Community Celebration
February 26, 2009
Join us to celebrate 19 years of community commitment to wild salmon recovery. Learn about NSEA's 2008 accomplishments and future plans to restore wild salmon runs in Whatcom County and update your NSEA membership or become a member for the first time. The Majestic, 1027 N. Forest, Bellingham, Event Times: 6-9 PM, Event Cost: Free, Phone: 360-715-0283, www.n-sea.org
Customer Service Bootcamp For Owners & Mangers
February 27, 2009
What do local companies like Haggen's and Barlean's have in common? They both understand that customer service is key to the success of their businesses. As a business manager or owner, the success of your customer service program can make or break your business… especially in uncertain economic times. This new workshops looks at customer service starting with you, the manager or owner, and the steps you can take to improve customer service. Learn how to improve your customer's perception of value of your services or products, how to collect regular feedback, creating loyal and motivated employees that will guarantee great customer service and how to empower your team. Andy Porter has trained and lectured about customer service here and abroad since 1995. His insight and lessons will unlock the customer service potential in you and your staff. One hour lunch break. Location: Whatcom Community College, Foundation Building 201, Bellingham, Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
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