Wednesday, May 31
‘The Book of Will’
7:30 p.m., DUG Theater, WWU
Find out what happens when a subpar “Hamlet” rip-off hits a stage near the Globe Theatre, and members of Shakespeare’s acting troupe, the King’s Men, try to put an end to the plagiarism and save Will’s works for the ages. The play shows through Saturday. Tickets are $7–$15. Info: tickets.wwu.edu.
Thursday, June 1
The GBU
7:30 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 207 Prospect St.
Bellingham’s longest-running improv show, “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,” takes place every Thursday, featuring a rotating performance format and guest players. Tickets are $10–$15. Info: theupfront.com.
Menace on the Mic
8:30 p.m., Menace Brewing, 2529 Meridian St.
Want to take a chance at performing stand-up comedy? Show up early to sign up for your spot, then stick around to see the action unfold. The free event takes place every other Thursday. Info: menacebrewing.com.
Friday, June 2
Blast from the Past
Through Sunday, throughout Sedro-Woolley
“Vintage 1973” will be the theme of this communitywide event featuring a vendor fair, live music, sidewalk sales, decorating and costume contests, a fun run, a car show, events for kids and more. Info: sedro-woolley.com.
Food Truck Friday
5:30–7:30 p.m., Pioneer Park, Ferndale
As part of the city’s “Summer of Fun” lineup, this event will feature fare from various food trucks, as well as entertainment from members of the Bellingham Circus Guild. They will bring an eclectic mix of aerials, juggling, acrobatics and theatrics. Entry is free. Info: cityofferndale.org.
First Friday Artwalk
6–8 p.m., downtown Anacortes
MoonWater Arts, One Realty, The Majestic Inn and Spa, Scott Milo Gallery, City Hall, Squirrelwerks Studio, Trinity Skate, Fidalgo Fudge, Ink and Wool, and Clayhouse Ceramic Studio will be among those opening their doors for the free monthly event. Info: anacortesart.com.
First Friday
6–10 p.m., downtown Bellingham
Attend this monthly celebration that showcases local artists and galleries, places to dine and sip, late-night shopping events, live music and more. Fresh programming takes place each month. Entry is free. Info: downtownbellingham.com.
‘The Jungle Book’
7 p.m., BAAY Theater, 1059 N. State St.
Friday through Sunday, Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth students ages 9–12 will conclude the run of this popular musical about a boy named Mowgli and his animal friends. Tickets are $12. Info: baay.org.
‘Spelling Bee’
7 p.m., New Prospect Theatre, 207 Prospect St.
Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents showings of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” Friday through Sunday at this venue, then again June 9–11 at the BAAY Theatre. Tickets are $12 to see the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical. Info: baay.org.
Summer Games Showdown
8 p.m., The Upfront Theatre, 207 Prospect St.
“Rival Summer Campers” will be the theme of shows Friday and Saturday. Through June, see some of the most comedic battles in history as improvisers face fierce competition and the audience decides who comes out on top. Tickets are $10–$16. Info: theupfront.com.
“Proof of the Soul” will be one of the oil paintings by Cathy Schoenberg on display at the Scott Milo Gallery through July 1. Attend an opening reception from 6–8 p.m. June 2 as part of the First Friday Artwalk in downtown Anacortes. Also showing are landscape paintings by Karen Bakke, Donna Nevitt Radtke and Christine Troyer. (Image courtesy of Scott Milo Gallery)
Saturday, June 3
Bellingham Scottish Gathering
9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Grandview Acres, Ferndale
This fourth annual event celebrating Scotland’s culture will feature competitive bagpipe, drum, bands, dancing and athletics, as well as Scottish breed animal displays. Entry is $18. Info: scottishdancesociety.org.
Safety Fair
10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Barkley Village
Safe Kids Washington will host this event in the cinema parking lot, with local fire stations, law enforcement, safety info booths and activities for all ages. Entry is free. Info: barkleyvillage.com/events.
Dockside Market
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Squalicum Harbor, Gate 5
Local fisherfolk will be selling their fresh and frozen wares at this twice-monthly market. Visit the dock early to find the best selection of seafood options. Details and participating vendors and products are posted 24 hours ahead of sale days. Info: bellinghamseafeast.org.
Market by the Sea
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., G Street Plaza, Blaine
Attend this farm-and-craft market overlooking Blaine Harbor every Saturday through October. Info: blainechamber.com.
Green Home Tours
10 a.m. to 4 p.m., throughout Whatcom County
Sustainable Connections’ 21st annual event will return in person this year. Tour a variety of home styles with an eco-friendly emphasis. Workshops will also be part of the day’s happenings. Entry is $10 (kids are free). Info: sustainableconnections.org.
Artists’ Studio Tour
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., throughout San Juan Island
Saturday and Sunday, take a free, self-guided tour of 17 working studios with 47 participating artists in Friday Harbor and beyond. Catch the ferry in Anacortes. Info: sanjuanislandartists.com.
Youth Pride Parade and Festival
10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bellingham High School, 2020 Cornwall Ave.
The Whatcom Youth Pride Coalition invites LGBTQ+ youth and youth allies to walk together through a short parade route while the community stands along the sidelines and cheers them on. The ensuing festival will feature tabling resources, music and performances, and food trucks. Info: whatcomyouthpride.com.
Farmers Day Parade
10:30 a.m., downtown Lynden
Celebrate the agriculture industry of Whatcom County at this annual parade, which will feature an eclectic mix of cars, bands, tractors, trucks and horses. Info: lynden.org.
Market Street Dixieland Jazz Band
2–5 p.m., VFW Hall, 625 N. State St.
Bellingham Traditional Jazz Society hosts this monthly concert featuring New Orleans-style jazz, Dixieland, 1920s songbook pieces and more. All ages are invited to listen and dance. Entry is $5–$20. Info: bellinghamjazz.com.
Saturdays with the Symphony
3 p.m., Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher Building, 250 Flora St.
Head to the Family Interactive Gallery to hear kid-friendly performances from members of the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra. Attendees will meet a musician, hear them play and participate in a related art activity. Info: whatcommuseum.org.
Community Ukulele Players
3 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden
This longtime ensemble will perform everything from Americana folk to contemporary standards with an exuberant vocal and instrumental repertoire. Entry is by donation. Info: jansenartcenter.org.
An Evening of Belly Dance
6:30 p.m., FireHouse Arts and Events Center, 1314 Harris Ave.
Local and regional dancers will present “raqs sharqi” (oriental dance), fusion and Iraqi dance at this event. Performers include Rachel Carter, Kathleen Houseman, Damiana Dance Company, Lara Victoria and drummer David Metz. Tickets are $20. Info: firehouse-aec.com.
Bellingham Community Chorus
7 p.m., St. James Presbyterian Church, 910 14th St.
“Folk Songs of the United States and Canada” can be heard tonight and tomorrow at this rescheduled concert. Tickets are $15 (free for youth 18 and under). Info: bellinghamcommunitychorus.org.
Sunday, June 4
Michele D’Amour and the Love Dealers
1–4 p.m., Gilkey Square, La Conner
A summer-long series of live music continues today at this outdoor event. Concerts continue Sunday afternoons through Sept. 10 and are free to the public. Info: Facebook.com/LaConnerLive.
Bellingham Symphony Orchestra
3 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St.
The final concert of BSO’s 47th season, “Transported,” will feature soloists Dawn Posey (violin) and Amber Archibald-Sesek (viola). Three signature pieces will be by Mozart, Bacewicz and Respighi. Tickets are $15–$49. Info: mountbakertheatre.com.
Bellingham World Naked Bike Ride
5 p.m., Karate Church, 519 Maple St.
“Bans Off Our Bodies!” will be the pro-trans, pro-choice theme of this 15th annual event celebrating body positivity, the environment and cyclists. Body painting will begin at 4 p.m., the ride will take place at 5 p.m., and dancing will follow. Info: Facebook.com/BellinghamNakedBikeRide
Gateway Show
7:30 p.m., The Blue Room, 202 E. Holly St.
Stand-up comics will tell their best jokes, then go to an undisclosed location to get “way too high” before returning to attempt to tell you more jokes. Billy Anderson, Mike Masilotti and Aivy Cordova will be among the talent. Tickets are $15 general, $30 for VIPs. Info: blueroombham.com.
Depot Comedy Club
8 p.m., Aslan Depot, 1322 N. State St.
Gabriel Rutledge, a past winner of the Seattle International Comedy Competition, will be the highlighted stand-up comedian at this monthly event. Cameron Mazzuca and Vanessa Dawn will also be featured, and Ricci Armani will host. Tickets are $20. Info: aslanbrewing.com.
Tuesday, June 6
Student Soloists
7:30 p.m., Heiner Theater, WCC, 237 W. Kellogg Rd.
Enjoy performances by students from the Whatcom Community College Associate in Music degree program. Entry is free. Info: 360-383-3548.
Wednesday, June 7
Lucy Wainwright Roche
7 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St.
As part of the Lookout Sessions, head to the intimate Walton Theatre to hear vocals, unshakeable melodies, heart-rending lyrics and more from this performer — the daughter of Suzzy Roche (The Roches) and Loudon Wainwright III. Tickets are $20–$29. Info: mountbakertheatre.com.
Mystical Romantic Music
7 p.m., Unity of Bellingham, 1095 Telegraph Rd.
Pianist and composer Kate Moody and cellist Nick Strobel will perform music with influences from the 19th-century Romantic period, with a dash of impressionism and jazz. Tickets will be $10–$20 at the door. At 7 p.m. Friday, the duo will perform “Memories” at the Lummi Island Congregational Church. Entry is by donation. Info: katemusic.com.
This Is It!
7:30 p.m., McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon
Join the Skagit Valley College Music Department as it explores the many moods of life as found in the music from stage and screen. Tickets are $15. Info: mcintyrehall.org.
Friday, June 9
‘She Loves Me’
7:30 p.m., Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St.
The musical set in a 1930s European perfumery opens this weekend with showings Friday through Sunday. The play follows sparring shop clerks Amalia and Georg, who both respond to a “lonely hearts” advertisement and become pen pals. Additional showings take place through June 25. Tickets are $8–$18. Info: bellinghamtheatreguild.com.
Postmodern Jukebox
7:30 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St.
This pop-jazz collective makes a stop in Bellingham as part of its “Life in the Past Lane” tour. The ensemble is known for putting pop music in a time machine and is composed of some of modern music’s biggest hits in the classic styles of bygone eras. Tickets are $33–$70. Info: mountbakertheatre.com.
Saturday, June 10
MoNA Art Auction
5–7 p.m., Museum of Northwest Art, La Conner
Attend the in-person part of this annual event, hosted by auctioneer Ian Lindsay. Individual tickets are $100; funds raised benefit the museum’s exhibitions, art collection and education programs. Attendees can also preview the works in advance. Info: monamuseum.org.
Theater on the Terrace
6 p.m., Semiahmoo Resort, 9565 Semiahmoo Parkway, Blaine
Shakespeare Northwest will offer up this free, family-friendly show on the resort’s terrace, including Shakespearean-style fairy tales such as “The Ugly Duckling,” “Rapunzel” and more. There will be a pop-up bar with beverages and snacks for purchase. Info: Semiahmoo.com.
Sunday, June 11
Baby Cakes
2–5 p.m., Samson Estates Winery, 1861 Van Dyk Rd., Everson
Hear funk and R&B when this popular 10-piece ensemble brings its danceable sounds to town. A food truck will also be on site. Tickets are $10; the event is family-friendly. Info: samsonestates.com.
Spring Showcase
7 p.m., Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St.
OPUS Performing Arts will present this show Sunday and Monday, featuring students of varying ages and skill levels performing ballet, tap, contemporary, jazz and lyrical. The showcase is appropriate for all ages. Tickets are $10–$15. Info: mountbakertheatre.com.
Before heading out to attend in-person happenings, check with individual venues to make sure the event is still taking place as scheduled.
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