Events for Issue 238 · June 12, 2008
Thursday
June 12, 2008
Neighborhood Trash Pick Up, Several pick up locations. Sehome, Samish, Happy Valley and South Hill neighborhoods will be collecting trash from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs.- Sat. This is a trial program to see if it helps reduce the number of complaints received about excessive, unsightly trash. Free.
778-7700. B’HAM
Jeremy DesChane, Whatcom Museum, Rotunda Room, 121 Prospect St. 12:30 p.m. Pianist Jeremy DesChane returns to the museum for his eighth piano recital; an exciting showcase of pianist expression and virtuosity. Free. 676-6981. B’HAM
Understanding Schizophrenia, Bellingham City Hall, 210 Lottie St. 7-8:30 p.m. Will discuss the symptoms and biological causes of the devastating mental illness, schizophrenia. Free. 650-6717. B’HAM
Bellingham IONS, Wise Awakening, Orca Room, 314 E. Holly St. 7 p.m. A discussion and experiential evening about the many changes the world has begun to experience. Free. B’HAM
Friday
June 13, 2008
Joowanaroo, Maple Falls. Fri-Sun. Live music festival including dozens of performances spanning the entire weekend. Free. For more info, visit
www.joowana.com. MAPLE FALLS
Portland Designer to Speak, WWU, Science Lecture Hall 130. 1-4 p.m. Portland designer Steve Sandstrom will show his work and address the graduating seniors. Sandstrom Partners is a design firm whose clients include Adidas, The Coca-Cola Company, ESPN, K2, Levi’s, Microsoft, Nike, Nissan, Target and TAZO Tea. Free. 650-3423. B’HAM
Downtown Gallery Walk, Whatcom Museum, Rotunda Room, 121 Prospect St. 7-10 p.m. Museum will be open for the evening event along with over 20 other downtown venues. Maps to all venues are available at the museum. Free. 676-6981. B’HAM
Fairhaven Movie Night, Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. 7-9 p.m. Read the book then come watch this enchanting adaptation of Madeline L’Engle’s novel. Free. 778-7188. B’HAM
Saturday
June 14, 2008
Boating Safety Class, Squalicum Yacht Club, 2633 S. Harbor Loop Dr. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. This is an introductory boating course with an emphasis on recreational boating safety in the Pacific Northwest. $45; $25 for every additional member of your group. Includes lunch and materials. 647-9715. B’HAM
Native Plant Walk, Birch Bay State Park, Wildlife Theatre. 10 a.m. Join Washington State University’s Master Gardeners on a walk to explore the Terrell Creek Interpretive Trail and search for native plants. Free. 778-7000. BIRCH BAY
Pilates Retreat, The Chrysalis Inn & Spa, 804 10th St. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring your understanding of Pilates to a new level as you indulge yourself in this day of exercise and deeper learning. All levels of Pilates practitioners are welcome. $55. 647-3277. B’HAM
School’s Out Free Admission, Whatcom Children’s Museum, 227 Prospect St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission for one day only. Free. 778-8969. B’HAM
Essence of Bellingham Photo Contest, Whatcom Museum, Rotunda Room, 121 Prospect St. Noon-5 p.m. June 14-15. Submissions to the contest will be showcased. Free. 676-6981. B’HAM
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs: Deputies and Desperados, Deming Library, 5044 Mt. Baker Hwy. 1 p.m. Hear Deputy Harvey and the Ant Cow Caper, by Brad Sneed, play “Deputy or Desperado?,” and eat buggy treats. Free. 354-4883. DEMING
Junior Ranger Program, North Loop Campground, Junior Ranger building, Birch Bay State Park. 1-2:30 p.m. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Free. 371-2800. BIRCH BAY
Summer Reading Kickoff Party, Fairhaven Village Green. 2-3 p.m. Come celebrate the start of summer reading! Enjoy a magic show by Sterling Dietz, world teen champion of magic! Free. 778-7188. B’HAM
Battle of the Palate, Boundary Bay Brewery Garden, 1107 Railroad Ave. 5-8 p.m. Beer-and-wine-tasting fundraising for the Bellingham Sister Cities Association. $20/advance; $25/door. 714-8600. B’HAM
The Geoffrey Castle Band, Boulevard Park. 7-9 p.m. Featuring jaw dropping rock violinist, Geoffrey Castle. Please carpool, ride your bike, walk, or take the bus to avoid any parking hassles. Free. 778-7000. B’HAM
Into the Night, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, 1708 I St. 7:30 p.m. Traditional choral pieces with nocturnal themes by Debussy, Brahms, Barber and others. Also included will be poetry readings and music of a lighter fare. $10/adult; $7/students and seniors; $5/child. 676-2396. B’HAM
Blue Moon Ballroom, 1213 Cornwall Ave. 8-11 p.m. Mambo lessons for an hour followed by dance party. $10/lesson and dance; $8/students. 647-9778. B’HAM
Sunday
June 15, 2008
Beginning and Adaptive Paddling Workshop, Bloedel-Donovan Park. Noon-5 p.m. Get into a kayak, discover the basics of sea kayaking, and receive an assessment of specific adaptations that will allow you to kayak comfortably and safely from the experts at Elakah Expeditions. Free. 733-2900. B’HAM
The Gadjo Gypsies, Big Rock Garden Park, Sylvan Street. 3:30-5 p.m. This unique city park showcases original sculptures in a 2.5 acre garden. Live music by gypsy jazz vintage swing. Free. 778-7000. B’HAM
West Coast Swing Dance Party, Blue Moon Ballroom, 1213 Cornwall Ave. 6:30-9 p.m. Beginning introductory West Coast Swing lesson from 6:30-7 p.m. followed by general dancing until 9 p.m. $10/dance and lesson; $8/students and seniors. 647-9778. B’HAM
Monday
June 16, 2008
Quick & Easy Computer Basics, WCC, 237 W. Kellogg Rd. 9-11 a.m. Learn the basics of using the mouse, opening and using programs, saving and printing your documents, and basic survival skills for the new computer user. $59. 647-3277. B’HAM
All City Street Band Alley Practice & Jam! Behind Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St. 7 p.m. Bring your favorite noise maker and come play with the band. Free. B’HAM
Got Games? Bellingham Library, 210 Central Ave. 6-7:30 p.m. Join us for pizza and games. Now featuring Wii! Pizza provided by Rudy’s Pizzeria. Free.
676-6860. B’HAM
Rock and Gem Club, Bloedel-Donovan Beach Pavilion building. 7 p.m. The most common of all minerals, feldspar and labradorite, will be highlighted. Free. 384-3187. B’HAM
Tuesday
June 17, 2008
How to Keep Track of your Books, Lynden Library, 216 4th St. 9 a.m. Class size is limited; please sign up in person or call. 354-4883. Free. LYNDEN
Adult Basic Education, WCC, Cascade Hall Room 105. 9 a.m.-noon. or 6-9 p.m. June 17-19. Classes for adults who are interested in improving their reading, writing and math skills. $25/class. 647-3277. B’HAM
Bellingham Sings! Into the Night, Whatcom Museum, Rotunda Room, 121 Prospect St. 12:30 p.m. Noted choral conductor Ann MacDonald leads three women’s choirs – Allegra, Sarabande and Dolcissima – in highlights from their concert. Free. 676-6981. B’HAM
Ballroom Dancing: The ABCs, YWCA Ballroom, 1026 N. Forest St. 7:30-9 p.m. With instructor Jerry Lesniak. $65. 647-3277. B’HAM
A Fine & Pleasant Misery, Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. 7:30 p.m. Tim Behrens wonderfully portrays more than 12 different McManus characters, each suggested by nothing more than a change of voice, posture or movement. $29. 734-6080. B’HAM
Wednesday
June 18, 2008
Whatcom Newcomers Luncheon, Golf & Country Club, 3729 Meridian St. Noon. Newcomers to Whatcom County are invited to see what the area has to offer. $16; RSVP requested.
714-9747. B’HAM
Tiger Soup, Everson Library, 104 Kirsch Dr. 1 p.m. Everyone takes part in the play as Anansi the Spider, an angry tiger, and a laughing monkey. You make the puppets. Who will you be? Free. 966-5100. EVERSON
Fairhaven Movie Matinee, Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th St. 1 p.m. In time for our summer theme, “Catch the Reading Bug,” comes this hilarious, recently animated movie featuring the voice of Jerry Seinfeld. Free. 778-7188. B’HAM
Italian, WCC, 237 W. Kellogg Rd. 6-8 p.m. Join in this introduction to the language and culture of contemporary Italy. $125. 647-3277. B’HAM
Thursday
June 19, 2008
Diaper Drive, Haggen Food. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Hope House volunteers will accept donations of diapers, formula, wipes and other baby-related products at each Haggen Food and Pharmacy store in the county. 676-2178. B’HAM
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs: Deputies and Desperados, Lynden Library, 216 4th St. 10:30 a.m. Hear Deputy Harvey and the Ant Cow Caper, by Brad Sneed, play “Deputy or Desperado?,” and eat buggy treats. Free. 354-4883. LYNDEN
Travel Sketching, WCC, 237 W. Kellogg Rd. 1:30-4 p.m. Learn to enrich your travel and outdoor experiences with drawing in your own sketchbook and simple, portable drawing materials. $125. 647-3277. B’HAM
Tiger Soup, Island Library, 2144 South Nugent Rd. 2:30 p.m. Everyone takes part in the play as Anansi the Spider, an angry tiger, a laughing monkey. You make the puppets. Who will you be? Free. 758-7145. LUMMI ISLAND
Experience Watercolors! A Beginner’s Course, WCC, 237 W. Kellogg Rd. 6-8:30 p.m. Join in this beginning watercolor class with step-by-step exercises and individual instruction and encouragement. $125. 647-3277. B’HAM
Bees and the Home Hive, Maple Falls Library, 7509 Mt. Baker Hwy. 7 p.m. The conversation will range from the types of honeybees and what is happening with the bees, to maintaining a hive at home. Free. 599-2020.
MAPLE FALLS