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The Blue & Silver Streak!
Join the Squalicum High School Class of 2013 on Thursday, May 17th for the Blue & Silver Streak! It’s a healthy spring fun run/walk starting at Roosevelt Elementary School. Registration will begin at 6pm, runners and walkers will leave at 6:30pm. They’ll have prizes, snacks, and water available at the finish. The registration fee is $10, and 100% of that fee will go toward the Class of 2013’s senior trip. Pre-register by e-mailing sqhs2013@yahoo.com with your name, phone number and how many in your group. For more info, call 360-734-3597
The Annual BTC Welding Rodeo
The Welding Rodeo at Bellingham Technical College is a free event that is open to the public. It starts on Friday, May 18th with an amateur competition and ends on Saturday, May 19th with a professional competition. The theme for this year’s event is "Into the Garden." The amateur event runs Friday from 8am-5pm. On Saturday, the professional competition starts at 8am and ends after a live auction of the professional sculptures, which starts at approximately 5:15pm. Join in the fun at the BTC Campus on both days, 3028 Lindbergh Ave, in Bellingham.
4th Annual Children's Consignment Sale
Lynden Kids Market is a Community-wide Children’s Consignment Sale created for mothers to sell their unwanted, gently used, children items (clothing, bedding, books, toys, baby items, etc). Check out their one-stop shopping with other local mom's, and purchase a variety of quality second-hand items at reasonable garage sale prices! They will also be hosting local vendors who create handcrafted kid items! Volunteer and be able to shop before the Public at the "exclusive" volunteer-only pre-sale on Thursday, May 17th! The sale is Friday & Saturday, May 18th & 19th at the Youth Bar, 9273 Guide Meridian in Lynden. Check out more details online at: www.LyndenKidsMarket.com
Amy's Place Golf Tournament
It’s a beautiful weekend for a golf tournament for Amy's Place at Raspberry Ridge on Saturday, May 19th. Shot gun start at 9:00am. Enjoy 18 holes of golf; lunch, silent auction, and raffle. $50.00 per golfer; $200.00 per teams of 4 golfers; and $25.00 for non-golfers. Each golf participant will receive a gift worth over $50.00. Help the kids and enjoy a day of golf for Amy's Place. Miss Whatcom County - Kimball Gainer will be at the event. You can register on line at amsyplaceforyouth.org. For more info, call 360-739-5816
Bellingham Veteran Navigators Event
In honor of Armed Forces Day, the Bellingham Veteran Navigators will be hosting a free event for Veterans. Stop by if you have questions, would like help accessing your VA benefits, enrolling in health care, assistance in applying for service connected compensation or to get a copy of your DD214. (Bring you DD214 (Military Discharge Papers) if you have it). The event will be held Saturday, May 19th from 9am-12pm at the Bellingham Vet Center, 3800 Byron Avenue in Bellingham.
The 30th Annual Bay View Women’s Walk/Run
Each year, Soroptimist International of Burlington and Skagit Runners host the annual Bay View Women’s Walk/Run benefiting Skagit Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services, and Women’s Health Issues. This event includes a 2 mile walk, 2 mile fun run and a 10K race which will be held at 10am, Saturday, May 19th at Bayview State Park. Prizes will be awarded. Over the years this event has brought together thousands of participants and volunteers to enjoy exercise, fellowship and the satisfaction of supporting a worthy cause. This is for all ages and capabilities! It’s a great family, friends and community event. Teams are encouraged to participate and to show their colors or wear costumes. Entry fees range from $20 to $45 depending on shirt selection. Kids run free (no shirt). For information or registration forms call 360-757-4815 or email bvwomensk@gmail.com. Day of race registration takes place from 8am-9:30am at the picnic shelter on the beach at Bay View State Park.
Spring Health & Wellness Fair
The Spring Health & Wellness Fair will be held Saturday, May 19th at Cascade Mall in Burlington from 10am-4pm. This event will deliver an unprecedented opportunity to connect with highly qualified vendors in a variety of categories. Guests will enjoy viewing the products and services provided by the vendors throughout the day as well as drawings for great prizes. Admission to the event is free. Limited vendor space is available by calling 360-428-5972 or info@cceventplanning.com.
Affordable Living Expo
On Saturday, May 19th from 10am-4pm, check out the Affordable Living Expo in Freeland. Get new ideas on how to reuse, recycle and repurpose materials for more affordable living alternatives. Fun for the whole family with Wally the clown, cotton candy, balloons and more. 3 Sisters Hot Dogs on Tree Top Bakery Buns served with a beverage until they are gone for only $2.00 All proceeds benefit low-income families of Island County and support Habitat for Humanity's mission of providing affordable housing for those in need. Located at the Freeland Habitat Store - 1592 Main Street in Freeland. Drawings for great prizes held throughout the day. For more info, check out www.islandcountyhabitat.org
Lynden Performing Arts Guild Presents: Happy Days, A New Musical
Goodbye grey skies, hello blue! Happy days are here again with Happy Days, a new musical, presented by the Lynden Performing Arts Guild. Reunite with your favorite characters: Joanie, Chachi, Richie, and of course Arthur “The Fonz” Fonzarelli. Performance dates: May 2 – May 20 at the Claire vg Thomas Theatre. Box office is open Tuesday – Saturday, 1pm – 3pm. Call 360-354-4425 for show and ticket information. May 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 17, 18 at 7:30pm; May 12, 13, 19, 20 at 2pm. For more info, visit www.clairevgtheatre.com
Bellingham Children’s Theatre: Just Right for Right Now
The Bellingham Children’s Theatre presents: Just Right for Right Now, an original play which dives into stereotypes elders have about kids, and visa-versa. The script is based on a ton of questions the actors asked of one another including: "Are you really obsessed with the golf channel?" "What's with the saggy baggy pants down to your knees?" "If you could change one thing what would it be?" "Are you afraid of dying?" Catch the production on May 11, 12, 18, & 19 at 7pm; May 13 & 20 at 2pm. For more information, call 360-734-9999 or visit BellinghamChildrensTheatre.com
Farmer’s Markets!
The Bellingham Farmer’s Market is located at Depot Market Square on Railroad Avenue in downtown Bellingham. The market prides itself on its support of fresh and local food as well as a social atmosphere perfect for meeting up with friends and neighbors. You’ll find fresh food and produce as well as jewelry, flowers, and arts and crafts. Check it out Saturdays from 10am-3pm. For more info: http://www.bellinghamfarmers.org/
The Ferndale Farmer’s Market is located at Centennial Riverwalk Park, adjacent to the Nooksack River in downtown Ferndale. The market opens April 21st and runs through October 13th. You’ll find some of the best farmers and producers, finest crafters, and great food and drink. Check it out Saturdays from 10am-3pm. For more info: www.ferndalepublicmarket.org
