Woodpalooza
The Whidbey Island Woodworkers guild presents the 7th Annual "Woodpalooza" Exhibition showcasing recent creative works by 17 of their most talented members. The free exibition will be going on from September 3rd to September 12th. Woodpalooza will be located at Bayview Corner Open door Community Gallery, 5603 S. Bayview Road in Langley, WA. For more information, please contact Gary A. Leake at 360-678-1347 or garyandsandyleake@comcast.net (please include "WIWG" in the subject line.)
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Bellingham Library Book Sale!
The Friends of the Bellingham Public Library announce their September Book Sale. The sale starts Wednesday, September 1 and runs through Saturday, September 4. Thousands of titles in all genres and an extensive media selection will be for sale downstairs in the main library at 210 Central Ave. in Bellingham. For more information, call the Friends at 360-778-7250.
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Bellingham Parks & Recreation Preschool Program
Bellingham Parks & Recreation is offering a two-morning-a-week program for children ages three and four and new to preschool. The program provides a variety of activities designed specifically to their level of development including art, sensory, literacy, music and movement. The preschool also has an outdoor playground and an indoor gym providing opportunities for large muscle development. This program focuses primarily on socialization, cooperation, and recreation. Children must be fully toilet trained, and class size is limited to 15 children (with two instructors). The fall quarter runs Mondays and Tuesdays from September 7 to November 23. Class time is 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The program costs $300 for the 12-week quarter. To register, or for more information, call Bellingham Parks & Recreation at (360) 778-7000.
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15th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs Of Skagit County/Blade Chevrolet Golf Tournament
On Friday, September 10 at Avalon Golf Course in Burlington there will be the 15th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County/Blade Chevrolet Golf Tournament. Registration is $125 per person or $500 for a foursome. The fee includes green fees, carts, snacks, lunch, dinner and prizes. Guests are welcome for dinner at $20 per ticket. For registration forms call (360)428-5972.
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Tailgate Rock Sale and Swap Event
The Shelton Rock and Mineral Society will host a Tailgate Rock Sale and Swap Event, September 11. 2010, at the Shelton Youth Soccer Park 2102 Joshns Prairie Road, Shelton, WA., from 8am to 6pm. The event is open to any rockhounder or any other interested people. There is a $15 pre-registration fee or a $20 fee if you register the day of the event. The registration is per vehicle. For more information, or if you have not already received an application for pre-registering, call Richard at 360-427-2497 or Joyce at 360-427-0787 and you will be mailed or emailed the form.
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4th Annual Cribbage Tournament
The 4th annual "Compete for a Cause" Cribbage Tournament is slated for Sunday, September 12th in the Boundary Bay Brewery Beer Garden. This is a one of a kind fundraising event here in Whatcom County that includes prizes, food, and a silent auction of beautiful handmade cribbage boards donated by local artists. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center in Bellingham.
The tournament takes place on September 12th 2010, with sign in beginning at 9:00am, followed with the tournament at 9:30am. Advance Registration is strongly encouraged. Registration forms are available online at www.whatcomdrc.com, in person at Boundary Bay Brewery or at the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center at 13 Prospect Street. Registration fee is $25 per person, with discounts available for students and seniors.
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Bike MS Ride
On September 11th and 12th in Mount Vernon, you can help raise awareness about Multiple Sclerosis by biking. For more information go to www.bikeMSnorthwest.org or call 1-800-344-4867.
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Grapes By The Lake
On Friday, September 17 from 4-9pm at Bow Lake, 18055 Bow Lake Lane there will be a wine tasting event. Tickets are $40 and include admission, food and beverage scrip, and commemorative glass. There will be great local wines and craft beers, delicious foods, water ski and wakeboard exhibitions, live jazz and dancing, grape stomping, photo booth and wine ring toss. For more information or to purchase tickets call (360) 428-5972 or online at www.grapes.maestroweb.com.
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Crush The Lyme 2010 Loreen Family Fun Run
On Sunday, September 19th in Bloedel Donovan Park in Bellingham come join the Crush The Lyme fun run for the Loreen Family. Jackie Loreen and her four sons have been diagnosed with lyme disease. They have found a physician in San Francisco that can better treat and care for Jackie and her sons, but flying back and forth and the medical bills are very expensive. Come help out the Loreen Family by participating in Crush The Lyme Loreen Family Fun Run. Registration is from 11-11:45am and the race starts at 12pm. Food and entertainment from 12:30 to 3pm. Cost is $25 per person and $75 per family, all proceeds will go to the Loreen Family Benefit Account.
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Crush the Lyme-Loreen Family Fun Run
The Family Fun Run and Family Activitiy Fair will take place at Bloedel Donovan Park on Sunday September 19th. It is a fun run/fund raiser for a Bellingham family struggling with Lyme Disease. You can read more about them and their story at www.loreenfamily.wordpress.com.
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Chuckanut Century Bike Ride Benefits Whatcom Hospice Foundation
The Chuckanut Century Bike Ride is on Sunday, September 19, which helps benefit the Whatcom Hospice Foundation. You can pre-register online or register the day of the event, starting at 7:00 a.m. Entry is $50, and you can choose to ride the 20, 38, 50, 62, 100, or 124 mile courses. The ride starts (along with registration) at Boundary Bay Brewary at 1107 Railroad Avenue. Visit www.chuckanutcentury.org for more information.
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Alaska's Tongass Rain Forest
Join North Cascades Institute and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association on September 23rd at Walton Theatre at the Mount Baker Theatre for an evening of stunning photography and intriguing stories from the Tongass. The event will be held from 6pm-8pm with a $5 suggested donation.
For more information, visit: www.ncascades.org/get_outside/events/gulick.html
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Whatcome Harvest Dinner
Come celebrate and support Whatcom County's sustainable and delicious harvest. The event, which will be held on August 26th at Boxx Berry Farm, is a true community collaboration between food and sustainability based organization, producer farmers,catering, and restaurateur professionals, and YOU. Tickets are $45 and are for sale at http://eu.brownpapertickets.com/event/114595 or at both community C0-op locations. Proceeds will benefit the event hosts. Visit www.whatcomharvestdinner.com for more information.
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9th Whatcom Harvest Dinner
Fourth Corner Slow Food, Whatcom Farm Friends, Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association, and Explorations Acadamey are collaborating to host the 9th Whatcom Harvest Dinner. The menu will highlight the best of the Whatcom Harvest from local food producers. You can expect to find local seafood, meats, artisan cheeses, baked goods, and farm fresh produce on the menu.
The Whatcom Harvest Dinner will be held at Boxx Berry Farm at 4:00 pm on Sunday, September 26th. The dinner will feature the best of the local harvest perpared by many of Whatcom County's top chefs. Tickets are available for purchase online through Brown Paper Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/114595. Ample parking is available at the site, but attendees are encouraged to take the shuttle service provided or plan a bicycle ride.
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Local Heroes
The Mt. Baker Chapter of the American Red Cross is accepting 2010 Real Hero nominations until September 30. A real hero can be someone who has performed a rescue, saved a life, given their time to make a difference for others, even donated an organ. If you think someone you know has done something amazing, courageous, or extraordinary, we want to know. Please help give them the recognition they deserve. Heroes will be honored at the 13th Annual Real Heroes Celebration December 2. Nominate online by September 30th at www.mtbredcross.org.
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Northwest Essence Paintings in Hospital
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center and Circle of Care present Northwest Essence fron July 15 through September 30, 2010. Northwest Essence is a group show of paintings and prints by seven past and present Bellingham artists. All artwork will be displayed throughout the hospital, with maps available for self-guided tours. For more information call Lucia Douglas Gallery at 360-733-5361.
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Blue Skies for Children Charity Auction
Blue Skies for Children's MONOPOLY themed10th Anuual Dinner & Charity Auction is taking place on October 9, 2010 at the Lakeway Inn at 6pm. In addition to the silent and live auctions, there will be appetizers, seated dinner, wine tasting, raffles, and a desert dash. Tickets are $60 each. For more information, visit www.blueskiesforchildren.org
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WWIB Accepting Nominations For Professional Woman Of The Year
Whatcom Women in Business (WWIB) is accepting nominations for Professional Woman of the Year. The deadline for submitting nominations is August 1.
Nominees should be an established business leader in her field as well as be an owner of a business or executive manager within an organization. She should exhibit strong business acumen, mentorship and inspire community involvement. An online application form can be found on the organization's website at www.wwib.org.
The 29th Annual Professional Woman of the Year awards banquet will be held on Tuesday, October 26 at Bellingham Golf and Country Club. Along with the awards banquet, WWIB will hold a silent auction with proceeds going toward scholarships benefiting women who are pursuing higher education. To donate an item to the auction, please contact Sandy Keathley at sandy@kkindustries.com.
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The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center Accepts Nominations
The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) is seeking nominations for the Eighth Annual Peace Builder Awards. The general public is invited to nominate any individual, group or business to receive the award by September 18, 2010. The award recognizes community members and organizations that have contributed to local peaceful conflict resolution within the past year. The seven categories include: health care, public servant, community member, volunteer, youth/student, education, and program/organization/business. Recipients will be recognized during the Peace Builder Awards on Friday, November 12, 2010. Nomination and sponsorship forms are available online at www.whatcomdrc.org and at the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center located at 13 Prospect Street, Suite 201 in Bellingham.
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1st Annual Seattle Public Train Day 2011 Celebration
National Train Day Seatle 2011 is on May 7th, and the celebration will begin at 8:00 am on May 6th 2011 and continue until 10:30 pm on May 8th. It will be held between King Street Station "Pioneer Square," Union Station "International Dictrict," and Alaskan Way "Waterfront District." The event will feature the Golden Pike Photographic Contest, Iron Rail 5k Race, Iron Wheels Bike Race, Tug Boat Race, Street Fair, Carnival Rides, Musicians, Culture & Arts, Food & Beverage Concessions, Local Tour Services and much more fun for the whole family
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Whatcom Symphony Orchestra Announces Instrument Loan Program
The Whatcom Symphony Orchestra is accepting applications for students interested in borrowing an instrument from its Instrument Loan Program for the 2010-2011 school year. Visit the Whatcom Symphony website at www.WhatcomSymphony.com/about-instrument.php for more information and for an application form. You may also contact Pat Nelson at Pat.Nelson@whatcomsymphony.com or 360-733-7651
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Firefighters Build Playhouse for American Cancer Society
Bellingham's Firefighters from Local 106 have built a playhouse for kids to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. For more information contact Dave Pethick at 360-739-6606 or daverpethick@gmail.com.
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Help out local youth
ongoing
Amy's Place for Youth NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT. Amy's Place (2006 James st.) in Bellingham offers a clean, safe and sober place for youth to get off the street to recieve food, clothing, counseling, mentoring and peer support. Visit www.amysplaceforyouth.org for more information.
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ATTENTION, KNITTERS:
Ongoing
Volunteers are needed to help knit and sell hats to raise money for earthquake relief in Haiti. "Hat's for Haitians" will sell adult hats for $35 and chrildrens hats for $30, with proceeds going to Haiti. For information call (360) 223-4620 or email EarthieMama@yahoo.com
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Bellair Baker Shuttle
Every Sunday during ski season
Bellair Charters is again offering their popular Bellair Baker Shuttle, providing round-trip transportation from Bellingham to Mt. Baker Ski Area on Sundays and bonus days throughout the ski season. This year they are teaming up with Joe's Sports & Outdoor, who will be providing pre-trip coffee and snacks to shuttle riders.
The Bellair Baker Shuttle will make just three stops this year, en route tothe mountian. Pickups are at Western Washington University (Fairhaven college parking lot), Joe's Sports & Outdoor (300 E Bellis Fair Pkwy, Bellingham, behind Value Village) and Glacier (Park & Ride near Snowater Resort) and riders wil arrive at Mt. Baker Ski Area at 9am, ready to hit the slopes. Shuttle service will bein on the first Sunday that the ski area is open. Round-trip fare from Bellingham is only $18 per person, and $13 from Glacier. Advance reservations are required for Glacier pickups, and highly recommended for Bellingham pickups. Reservatons can easily be made by calling 360.380.8800 or 866.235.5247. The fare covers transportation to and from Mt. Baker Ski Area; lift tickets or equipment rentals are not included. More information available at www.airporter.com
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Whatcom Literacy Council's Volunteer Primer
Third Wednesday of each month
Have you ever considered literacy tutoring as a volunteer? 80 adults in Whatcom County are presently waiting for tutors so that they can improve their literacy skills and become more fully participating members of our community. Whatcom Literacy Council's monthly Volunteer Primer is held on the third wednesday of every moth at 6pm at the Downtown Bellingham Public Library. Learn more about becoming a volunteer literacy tutor. Winter training for tutors is scheduled for mid-January. For more information, contact WLC at 647.3264 or email staff@whatcomliteracy.org.
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Skagit Hospice Foundation Volunteer Opportunities
Ongoing
The Skagit Hospice Foundation is currently accepting applications for new board trustees. This group of volunteers works to raise funds to support hopsice programs and to educate the community about available services. The goal of the board is to ensure that everyone who wants or needs hopsice care receives services regardless if they can pay or not. For informoation or apply, call the foundation office. Community volunteers are also needed to help on planning committees for upcoming events in February and May. If interested contact the foundation office at 360.814.5702.
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Bingo is Back in Bellingham!
Ongoing
Play Kiwanis Bingo every Tuesday night. 710 Samish Way (Elks Club). Dorrs open at 6 and bingo goes from about 6:40 until 9ish. All profits go directly to the Kiwanis projects.
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Food4Tots
Ongoing
Business Bank has partnered with the Bellingham Food Bank in support of the Food4Tots program. Food4Tots collects donations for the 7500 food bank clients under the age of two in Whatcom County. Donations of formula, baby food, infant cereals and cash will be accepted at any Business Bank location through the end of October. Non-cash donations will also be accepted at the Bellingham Wal-Mart. For more information visit www.Food4Tots.org or call Seana Olberg at Business Bank, 360-685-0080.
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Take Heart Cardio Screening
Ongoing
The 45 minutes Take Heart screening provides a detailed analysis of your risk for heart disease. Includes Heart Health Questionnaire, resting EKG (interpreted by a board certified cardiologist), Body Mass Index (from height and weight measurements), resting blood pressure and heart rate, fasting cholesterol test, blood glucose test to screen for diabetes, and a private consultation with a health educator trained in cardiac risk factor management. Fee: $49. Screenings conducted at the Cardiovascular Center, 2901 Squalicum Pkwy. on Wednesdays or Fridays. Call LifeQuest, St. Jospeh Hospital, 788.6720 for registration information and dates.
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My Vascular Screening
Ongoing
A 60 minutes screening for your vascular system. Includes an ultrasound of the carotoid arteries, ultrasound of the abdominal artery, blood pressure comparison of upper and lower extremities, lipid/glucose profile and a private consultation with a health professional. Fee: $85. Located at St. Joseph Hospital, Cardiovascular Center, 2901 Squalicum Pkwy. on Mondays or Fridays, Call Lifequest, St Joseph Hospital, 788.6720 for registration information and dates.
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Study Abroad!
Ongoing
Are you looking for an experience of a lifetime? Are you ready to form lifelong friendships in foreign countries? Do you want an opportunity to stand at the top of the Eiffel Tower, learn to surf in Australia, or visit the Coliseum in Italy? Study abroad with Pacific Intercultural Exchange and make it reality. Call us today at 1-888-PIEUSA1, 1-888-743-8721, or visit us at www.pieusa.org. Studying abroad is an experience of a lifetime!
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ASSE Student Exchange Program
Ongoing
Local host families are being sought by the non-profit A.S.S.E. International Student Exchange Program. Host families can choose students from countries like Germany, Japan, Spain, and more. Students 15 to 18 years of age would live with host familes while attending local high school and learn about American culture and improve their English language abilities. Students are available for an academic year, semester, or a 3-month program. Call 1-800-733-2773 for more information.
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Symphony Instrument Loan Program
Ongoing
The Whatcom County Symphony Orchestra is accepting applications for students who might be interested in borrowing an instrument from their Instrument Loan Program for the 08-09 school year. Instruments available include a Burkhart and Phelan Piccolo, a Schreiber Bassoon, a Yamaha Oboe, a Holton Double French Horn, a 3/4 size Double Bass and a Jacobsen violin that would be appropriate for a middle school student. Please see the WSO website www.whatcomsymphonyorchestra.com for more information about the program and for an application form or contact Pat Nelson at 733-7651 or patjohnnelson@comcast.net
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Guide to Eating Local
Ongoing
The brand-new Guide to Eating Local is your handy resource to finding the best Whatcom County restaurants, cafes, grocers, and caterers that feature locally-grown food. With the farming season ramping up, local chefs, grocers and eaters are looking for farm-fresh flavor. The Guide to Eating Local, along with its companion the Whatcom Farm Map & Guide, will help you find it. Pick up your free copies at the Bellingham Farmers Market or many local businesses, download it at www.SustainableConnections.org, or call Sustainable Connections at 647-7093.
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Bellingham Food Bank
The Bellingham Food Bank has its very own farm to help bring more fresh produce to the 700 families who visit the food bank each week. Managers at the farm anticipate providing the food bank with at least 8 tons of fresh produce by the end of the growing season, but the farm needs help. Available volunteer shifts are Mondays from 9:00am - 1:00pm, Wednesdays from 1:00pm-5:00pm, Fridays from 9:00-1:00pm, and Saturdays from 9:00am-12:00pm. The farm is located just 15 minutes from downtown Bellingham, off the Guide Meridian and transportation assistance can be arranged. For more information and directions, contact Amaris Lunde at amaris@growingwashington.org or (360) 927-1968.
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Whatcom Literacy Council Tutoring Opportunities
3rd Wednesday of Every Month
Learn more about becoming a tutor for the Whatcom Literacy Council on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Bellingham Public Library in Bellingham. Meetings are at 6:00pm in the conference room. For more information, call (360) 647-3264 or visit www.whatcomliteracy.org.
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Bellingham Public Library Events
Ongoing
The Bellingham Public Library has the perfect event for any and everyone. Family, adult, teen and kids events are going on and now is the chance to join in on the fun. From story nights, movie nights, book discussions and more, the Bellingham Public Library has something for you. Contact Jennifer Lovchik at (360) 676-6860 or at jlovchik@cob.org to find out about all of this summers events.
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Depression and Bi-Polar Support Alliance
Ongoing
The purpose of this group is to provide a place where depressive and bipolar people and their family and friends can meer for support and education. Meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 7-9pm at the Health Support Center, 1212 Indian St. For more information call 733-6714.
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Free Weekly Drop-Ins Runs and Walks
Ongoing
All start at Fairhaven Runners&Walkers, unless otherwise noted. Information available at www.fairhavenrunners.com or (360)-676-4955.
Sundays- 8am Marathon morning trainng run. All paces welcome for this 2-hour trail route.
Mondays- 5:30am Morning trail run. 5:30pm Evening walk.
Tuesdays- 6pm Evening Run.
Wednesdays- 9:30am Stroller Striders trail walk group. 6pm Evening epic run.
Thursdays- 5:30am Morning Trail run. 6pm Evening hill run. 7:15pm Fitness Forum
Saturdays- 8am Fairhaven Walking Club.
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Give Blood - It's Meant to Circulate!
Ongoing
The Puget Sound Blood Center will be holding numerous blood drives for Western Washington Hospitals and there's bound to be a location near you! For additional information, pease call 1-800-398-7888 or visit their website at www.psbc.org
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Help a Local Child
Ongoing
Kyle Roger is local Bellingham Child who attends Happy Valley Elementary. He was recently diagnosed with a Brain Tumor and could use some help. Please go to www.kyleroger.blogspot.com to send Kyle and his family a message and your support. T-shirts will be going on sale soon to help the Roger family with their medical expenses. You can also take consignment clothing to Academic Outfitters in Fairhaven and donate it under Kyle Roger's name. Donations can be made to the Kyle Roger Fund at any Bank of America. Please help this brave little boy.
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By the Bay: Working on the Waterfront
Ongoing
Check out the Whatcom Children's Museum for "By the Bay: Working on the Waterfront." The museum is transformed into a "working" dock with boats unloading and loading their cargo, fishing vessels getting set for sea, and a submarine ready to take families on an adventure. For details click here the event runs through September 2008.
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Marine Life Center
Ongoing
Explore Marine life in the touch pool, observe cute fish, dive into an eelgrass meadow in the bubble-top aquarium and learn from an on-site naturalist. For more information call 671-2431.
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Library Basics Workshop
Ongoing
Learn to use the online library catalog to order books and movies at a one hour workshop at the Lynden Library offered each Tuesday morning at 10:30 or Wednesday evenings at 7pm. This is a drop in program, and computer novices are welcome there is no experience required.
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Table Talk
Ongoing
The Lynden Library is hosting informal conversation tables for anyone wanting to improve their Spanish or English language skills. The program will be held on Thursday evenings at 6:30pm. Coffee and pastries will be provided by friends of the Lynden Library and there is no pre-registration required.
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FREE Monthly Senior Dances
First Wednesday of Every Month
The Leopold would like to invite any senior who likes to dance to a monthly dance in the historic Crystal Ballroom. Dances are the first Wednesday of every month from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Music is provided by Sentimental Journey. Admission is FREE and the events feature treats as well.
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Late Night Open Gym
Every Saturday Night
All middle school and high school students welcome. Enjoy basketball, indoor soccer, games, snacks and more. Open Gym takes place every Saturday night from 7-11pm in the BEHS gym beginning Sept. 15. For more info, call the Burlington Parks and Recreation at 755-9646.
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Songs and Stories with Dana
Ongoing
Come enjoy stories and more with award winning children's entertainer, Dana! The entertainment will be held at the Blaine Library, 610 3rd Street every 1st and 3rd Thursday at 3:30pm!
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Help Out in Young Boy's Lukemia Battle
Ongoing
Join the movement in Whatcom County to raise funds for 9-year old Brandon Lindsey as he battles a rare form of lukemia in Seattle. His large family resides here in Whatcom County and are making various fundraising efforts around the county to give Brandon a chance beat his illness. Call Molly Malone Jonas at 360-650-0780 to see how you can get involved.
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Whatcom Symphony Orchestra Announces their 2010-2011 Season
Tickets are now on sale for the 2010-2011 season of the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Roger Briggs. The award winning orchestra will present six concerts at the historic Mount Baker Theater in downtown Bellingham.
The season features an exciting mix of guest artists, including local favorites and international superstars, including Garrick Ohlsson, one of the world's most revered pianists. Concert dates and artists are as follows:
Sunday, October 17, 3pm: From Russia with Love
Sunday, November 14, 3pm: Mozart & More
Sunday, December 5, 3pm: Holiday Treasures
Sunday, February 27, 3pm: A Blaze of Glory
Sunday, March 27, 3pm: Legendary pianist Garrick Ohlsson
Saturday, April 30, 7:30pm: A Little Jazz, A Little Swing
Tickets are available at the Mount Baker Theater Box Office (360.734.6080) or purchase online at www.MountBakerTheater.com. For additional concert details, visit www.WhatcomSymphony.com
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