Events in Fairhaven and on the Village Green

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February 2010

Tuesday, February 9 || 7pm || Free
Literature Live: Erica Bauermeister
At Village Books--cosponsored by Hedgebrook Writing Retreet (hedgebrook.org), and a Hedgebrook North: Women Authoring Change series event, Erica Bauermeister shares her book, The School of Essential Ingredients. Once a month, eight students gather in Lillian's restaurant for a cooking class. Among them is Claire, a young woman coming to terms with her new identity as a mother; Tom, a lawyer whose life has been overturned by loss; Antonia, an Italian kitchen designer adapting to life in America; and Carl and Helen, a long-married couple whose union contains surprises the rest of the class would never suspect. The students have come to learn the art behind Lillian's soulful dishes but it quickly becomes clear they each seek a recipe for something beyond the kitchen. Soon they are transformed by the aromas, flavors, and textures of what they create, and the evocative lessons that food teaches about life. Bauermeister has taught literature and writing at the University of Washington, and lives in Seattle with her family. This is her first novel.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Tuesday, February 9 || 6pm Tuesdays || Free
Fairhaven All Paces Run
A Fairhaven Runners & Walkers free weekly drop-in run, led by store staff and volunteers, the All Paces runs are 20 minutes out and 20 minutes back on two key routes, by the water or through the woods. Participants are divided into groups ranging from run/walk to seven-minute pace. DARKER EVENINGS: bring a flashlight or headlamp and consider wearing reflective clothing.

More info on this and other evening drop-in runs, weekly walks and fitness forums at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Wednesday, February 10 || 6pm Wednesdays || Free
Fairhaven “Evening Epic Run”
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, the Evening Epic is a "strenuous" run of 1.5-2 hours on hilly terrain with experienced trail runners. Meet at the store in time for the 6pm start. Bring a flashlight and wear reflective clothing during the darker months!

More info on this and other drop-in runs, walks and fitness forums at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store at 1209 11th Street, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Thursday, February 11 || 7pm || Free
Literature Live: MASSACRED FOR GOLD
At Village Books, veteran journalise Greg Nokes discusses his book, Massacred for Gold, and shares slides about this first authoritative account of the 1887 massacre of up to 34 Chinese gold miners in Hells Canyon. The killers were an improbable gang of Oregon horse thieves and schoolboys, motivated by racial hatred and the prospect of easy fortune. None of them were held accountable. Nokes exposes a century-long cover-up of the crime by a white population which cared more about protecting the reputations of the killers and their families than solving the worst crime committed by whites against 19th century Chinese immigrants.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Thursday, February 11 || 6pm Thursdays || Free
Show Up & Meet Up Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, this one gets you together with your regular running buddies or to meet some new friends. On this run you'll get the opportunity to take the lead in deciding where and how far you want to go. Be sure to bring a flashlight during darker months.

More info on this and other drop-in runs, walks and fitness forums through Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Thursday, February 11 || 7pm || Free to attend
Childfree Meetup
A new group for childfree adults has been organized by local psychologist Dr. Ellen Walker, author of I Don't Have Kids, the Guide to Great Childfree Living.

The first gathering of Northwest Washington Childfree Meetup will be tonight at Archer Ale House in Fairhaven. Childfree adults over 21 are welcome. This is the only Washington or British Columbia group north of Seattle, and Canadians are also welcome.
For more information email ellen@idonthavekids.com or visit http://www.idonthavekids.com. At Archer Ale House.
Friday, February 12 || 5-9pm || Free
40th Anniversary of Good Earth Pottery
In honor of the 40th anniversary of the founding of Good Earth Pottery, enjoy an all-artists reception and show. The theme of the show is "Tea for Two: and will feature functional and artful teapots--just in time for Valentine's Day. Fine catering, finer company and a door-prize drawing. Teapots will be on display throughout the month of February.
Good Earth Pottery in historic Fairhaven (360-671-3998) represents more than 50 local artists, and monthly features one artist or special show. Hours are M-Sat 11-6, Sun 12-5. Good Earth: Harris &10th St.
Saturday, February 13 || 12-1pm || Free for kids 5-16
Kids Beginning Tennis Clinic
The Bellingham Tennis Club & Fairhaven Fitness is hosting a free Beginning Tennis Clinic for kids ages 5-16. Have fun learning basic strokes and racquet handling skills to give you a feel for the game. Call 360-733-5050 with questions and to reserve space. Or visit Bellingham Tennis Club online or at 800 McKenzie Avenue.
Saturday, February 13 || 11am -1pm || $8/person. Pre-register.
Felted Creatures Workshop
Kids (10 and up) and adults can stop by Fairhaven Toy Garden to make a needle felted animal.
TODAY, make a felted VALENTINE PANDA.

Pre-registration and payment is requested at 714-8552 or at the store. For more info visit FairhavenToyGarden.com. Fairhaven Toy Garden, 11th & Mill.
Saturday, February 13 || 1:15-2:15pm || Free for adults
Beginning Tennis Clinic
The Bellingham Tennis Club & Fairhaven Fitness is hosting a free Beginning Tennis Clinic for adults over 16. Have fun learning basic strokes and racquet handling skills to give you a feel for the game. Call 360-733-5050 with questions and to reserve space. Or visit Bellingham Tennis Club online or at 800 McKenzie Avenue.
Saturday, February 13 || 1:15-2:15pm || Free for adults
Beginning Tennis Clinic
The Bellingham Tennis Club & Fairhaven Fitness is hosting a free Beginning Tennis Clinic for adults over 16. Have fun learning basic strokes and racquet handling skills to give you a feel for the game. Call 360-733-5050 with questions and to reserve space. Or visit Bellingham Tennis Club online or at 800 McKenzie Avenue.
Saturday, February 13 || 12 Noon to about 12:30 pm
Official Pacific Northwest Rain Festival
Take part in this brief, fun, usually goofy, mid-winter happening in the heart of Fairhaven--at the Fairhaven Village Green! This is an EVERYONE participatory event - and a good antidote for the winter blahs.

Coming to our festival from afar? We have maps for finding our little rainy village.

The festival will feature Mattie the prognosticating weather pug, the Fairhaven Ladies of the Evening Society, an appearance by Dirty Dan Harris, a children's fancy rain gear contest, rain poetry reading competition and of course, Reigning Queen, Diane Phillips. On the Village Green. More Info...
Saturday, February 13 || 6pm*/7pm || Free
Literature Live: ...AND TANGO ME HOME
At Village Books, Maria Finn shares her book Hold Me Tight And Tango Me Home, about how to get on with life after you've lost in love. It turns out that tango has a lot to teach about understanding love and loss, about learning how to follow and how to lead, how to live with style and flair, take risks, and sort out what it is you really want. As Maria's world begins to revolve around the friendships she makes in dance class and the milongas (social dances) she attends regularly in NYC, discover the fascinating culture, history, music, moves, and beauty of the Argentine tango.

Maria Finn has written for Audubon Magazine, Saveur, Metropolis, the New York Times, and the Los Angeles Times, and her essays have been anthologized in Best Food Writing and The Best Women's Travel Writing.

* Arrive early, by 6pm, for a Tango demonstration and the opportunity to try tango with Rebecca Niemier, and dancers from Rebecca's Tango Life.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Saturday, February 13 || 7pm workshop; 7:30-10pm dancing || $8-$10 suggested
Contra Dance
Sponsored by Bellingham Country Dance Society, enjoy (or learn) some Contra dancing, including Contras, Circles, and Squares, accompanied by live music. Tonight's band is Riff Raff from Olympia, with Sherry Nevins (from Seattle) calling.

No partner or experience necessary, but refrain from wearing fragrances and bring a reusable water bottle.

Information: (360) 676-1554 or Bellingham Country Dance or dance@januscom.com. At Fairhaven Library.
Tuesday, February 16 || daily Jan 29-Feb 28 || Price? A pair of shoes
Shoe Drive for Victims in Haiti
12th Street Shoes in Fairhaven is asking customers to bring in a pair of appropriate footwear--for men, women and children-- to help the victims of the disaster in Haiti. Along with other vital donations, a pair of solid shoes is absolutely necessary in order to participate effectively in rescue and rebuilding efforts.

Soles4Souls is working with 12th Street Shoes and many other partners to provide thousands of boots and shoes to help survivors in the rebuilding process. 12th Street Shoes customers will receive $5 off their purchase of a new pair with their donation, and the shoe store will cover the cost of shipping the donated shoes to the warehouse operated by Soles4Souls. More info: 733-2066. 12th Street & Harris Avenue.
Tuesday, February 16 || 7pm || Free - includes slideshow
Literature Live: CRAIG ROMANO
At Village Books, Craig Romano shares his new card deck: Winter Hikes Deck: 50 Best (Mostly Snow-free) Trails of of Western Washington, A Portable Way to Hit the Winter Trails. From low-land routes and rainforest rambles, to coastal tramps and protected peaks, each card features a route description on one side and a map on the other. The deck includes 13 never-before-published hikes. Several additional cards provide essentials for winter hiking, an index of hikes, and information on winter flora and fauna.

Craig Romano is an avid hiker, runner, kayaker, and cyclist. He's written for many publications, including Fairhaven-published Adventures NW magazine. He is the author of several books, including Best Hikes With Dogs Inland Northwest, and Columbia Highlands: Exploring Washington's Last Frontier, and others.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Tuesday, February 16 || 5:30pm Tuesdays || Free
Track Workout
This is weekly drop-in track workout organized by Fairhaven Runners and let by Steve Grichel. Meet at the Sehome High School parking lot.

Info on the track workouts, email runners@fairhavenrunners.com. Info on other drop-in runs, walks and fitness forums through Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. Sehome High .
Tuesday, February 16 || 6pm Tuesdays || Free
Fairhaven All Paces Run
A Fairhaven Runners & Walkers free weekly drop-in run, led by store staff and volunteers, the All Paces runs are 20 minutes out and 20 minutes back on two key routes, by the water or through the woods. Participants are divided into groups ranging from run/walk to seven-minute pace. DARKER EVENINGS: bring a flashlight or headlamp and consider wearing reflective clothing.

More info on this and other evening drop-in runs, weekly walks and fitness forums at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Wednesday, February 17 || 6:30-7:30pm || free
The Big Read at Fairhaven Library
Take one last chance to discuss Old School, by Tobias Wolff, this year's selection for the Big Read: Whatcom READS! (The author will be visiting Bellingham on February 8 so read Old School and be a part of this community-wide reading event.) Contact Suzanne Carlson-Prandini at 360-778-7323 for more information. at the Fairhaven Library.
Wednesday, February 17 || Feb 6-27, Wed-Sat, 11am-5pm || Free
At Lucia Douglas Gallery
At the Lucia Douglas Gallery (1415 13th St. in Fairhaven), see an exhibit of two artists throughout February.
* Peregrine O'Gormley - Wood, Stone and Bronze. Skagit Valley sculptor Peregrine O'Gormley, now in his 30s, has been carving since he was 8 years old and has been taught technique by an experienced carver in New Mexico. He finds driftwood from local beaches, choosing mostly the yellow cedar chunks that drift down from the lumber mills in Alaska. His work is grounded in the beauty and elegance of the natural world and endeavors to convey that side of nature.

* David Ridgway - New Paintings. David Ridgway, recently settled in Bellingham from the San Juan Islands, transferred his talent from the landscape of the islands to Fairhaven alleys and streets and to Skagit County vistas. In this first exhibit in Bellingham Ridgway expresses his love of color a totally different perspective to our local landscape.

More info: 733-5361 or visit Lucia Douglas Lucia Douglas, 1415 13th St.
Wednesday, February 17 || 6pm Wednesdays || Free
Fairhaven “Evening Epic Run”
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, the Evening Epic is a "strenuous" run of 1.5-2 hours on hilly terrain with experienced trail runners. Meet at the store in time for the 6pm start. Bring a flashlight and wear reflective clothing during the darker months!

More info on this and other drop-in runs, walks and fitness forums at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store at 1209 11th Street, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Thursday, February 18 || 7pm || Free
Literature Live: BRENDA PETERSON
At Village Books, Brenda Peterson shares her new memoir, I Want To Be Left Behind: Growing Up between Baptist Endtimers and Apocalyptic Greens--A Rollicking Tale of Survival. The author’s childhood in the high Sierra with her forest ranger father led her to embrace the entire natural world, while her Southern Baptist relatives prepared eagerly and busily to leave the world. Peterson survived fierce "sword drill" competitions demanding total recall of the Scriptures and awkward dinner table questions ("Will Rapture take the cat, too?") only to find that environmentalists with prophecies of doom can also be Endtimers. Peterson paints a hilarious, loving portrait of each world.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Friday, February 19 || 1-6pm || Free, but please RSVP
Grand Reopening: Edward Jones
Celebrate the re-opening of Tim Villhauer's Edward Jones office in for former Stanello's Restaurant building (corner of 12th Street and Old Fairhaven Parkway).
Refreshments will be provided; please call 714-8661 to confirm your attendance. At 1514 12th St., Ste 101.
Friday, February 19 || 7pm || Free
Literature Live: JAMES BACH
At Village Books, James Bach shares Secrets of a Buccaneer-Scholar, a groundbreaking, empowering, and inspiring, chronicle of how the author's unorthodox education brought him success, and how anyone -- from children struggling in school to professionals looking to jump-start their careers-- can become educated on their own terms.

At the age of 14, James, son of Richard Bach (bestselling author of the 1970's classic Jonathan Livingston Seagull), dropped out of school because it was "interfering" with his education. To James, it wasn't just a waste of time, he felt he was using his own time against himself. This was a seemingly radical idea for someone who would go on to become one of the youngest technical managers at Apple Computers and an internationally-recognized expert in the field of computer software testing. With his book, Bach doesn’t seek to eliminate schools to deconstruct the belief that formal education is the only path to a great education. He outlines the eleven elements of his self-education method and shows how readers --simply by investing time and passion into educating themselves about the things that really interest them -- can develop a method for acquiring knowledge and expertise that fits their temperaments and enhances their unique abilities and skills.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Friday, February 19 || 7pm || Free
Chi Running Clinic
The Bellingham Tennis Club & Fairhaven Fitness is hosting a talk on "Chi Running" with local Stacey Nordtvedt. Chi Running is an approach to running that takes the pain and pounding out of running and replaces it with relaxation, efficiency and ease. ChiRunning combines modern physics with elements of Tai Chi to create an easy-to-learn form that makes running more enjoyable and less stressful on your body.

Call 360-733-5050 with questions and to reserve space. Or visit Bellingham Tennis Club online or at 800 McKenzie Avenue.
Friday, February 19 || 7-8pm || free
Family Stories at Fairhaven Library
The Bellingham Public Library presents members of the Bellingham Storyteller's Guild as they weave family stories for ages 6 & up (including adults!) at the Fireplace Room at the Fairhaven branch.

Phone 360-778-7188 for more information. Fairhaven Library, 12th & Mill.
Saturday, February 20 || 11am -1pm || $8/person
Felted Decoration Workshop
Kids (10 and up) and adults can stop by Fairhaven Toy Garden for a fun workshop. Today, needle-felt, embellish and sew a small person in your favorite colors.

Pre-registration and payment is requested at 714-8552 or at the store. For more info visit FairhavenToyGarden.com on 11th Street & Mill Avenue.
Saturday, February 20 || 10am-noon
Padden Creek Trail Work Party
Join members of the Bellingham Parks Volunteer Program and others to help remove invasive plants and replace them with natives to improve wildlife habitat along this trail. Head west from Fairhaven's Harris Avenue, then turn left on 6th, or take WTA Red line # 105. Tools and gloves will be provided, but do dress accordingly!

More info is available online from the Bellingham Parks Volunteer Program, or by phoning (360) 778-7105. Padden Creek at 6th St.
Saturday, February 20 || 9am || Free
Trail Run: Raptor Ridge
Be part of a free, fun, roughly-8mi run, with lots of up and a great Chuckanut vista. Park by the vetrinarian clinic off of Fairhaven Parkway. All running paces welcome. Thaw out with a steaming mug of sweetness (cider or chocolate) at the tail-gate afterward.

For information on other group walks and runs, stop in at Fairhaven Runners & Walkers on 11th Street, or visit them online. Fairhaven Runners & Walkers. Meet off Fairhaven Parkway.
Sunday, February 21 || 4-5:30 pm || Free
Student Writing Contest Reading
Village Books and the Bellingham Public Library invites the local community to hear local high school and college students from across Whatcom County read from their winning entries. Students were asked to submit stories about lying and deception as part of the 2010 Big Read: Whatcom READS! program: When does a lie become the truth? Walk the blurry line between truth and lies.... The result is Deception: A Collection of Winning Writing Inspired by Old School. Profits from the sale of the anthology, created from contest submissions, will help support Whatcom Reads. The program is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.

For information on a variety of diverse book events, check with the Fairhaven Library; also click on the link to Village Books' website on the Fairhaven.com home page, or visit Village Books. At Village Books,1200 11th St.
Sunday, February 21 || 5-7pm || Free
Southside Community Meal
The Happy Valley Neighborhood Association (www.happyvalleyna.com) and Our Saviour's Luteran Church regular partner to provide a "homemade" meal as an opportunity to gather with neighbors, eat good food, and listen to music. Everyone is invited!

For more information, to volunteer, or to donate food, call the church at 733-6749. Our Saviour's Lutheran Church at 1720 Harris Avenue.
Monday, February 22 || 7pm || Free
Literature Live: HEIDI DURROW
At Village Books, Heidi Durrow reads from The Girl Who Fell From The Sky, the award-winning debut novel about Rachel, the daughter of a Danish mother and a black G.I. who becomes the sole survivor of a family tragedy. Growing up in the 1980s, she learns to swallow her overwhelming grief and confront her identity as a biracial young woman in a world that wants to see her as either black or white. In the tradition of writers like Jamaica Kincaid and Toni Morrison, here is a portrait of a young girl and society's ideas of race, class, and beauty. It is the winner of the Bellwether Prize for best fiction manuscript addressing issues of social justice. Heidi W. Durrow has won the Lorian Hemingway Short Story Competition and the Chapter One Fiction Contest. She has received grants from the New York Foundation for the Arts, the American Scandinavian Foundation, and the Lois Roth Endowment and a Fellowship for Emerging Writers from the Jerome Foundation.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Tuesday, February 23 || 7pm || Free - includes sideshow
Literature Live: DAN BAHARAV
At Village Books, Dan Baharav gives a slide presentation on his book, Sea Kayaking From Mountains To Ocean: Reflections on Watershed Ecology in the Washington Pacific Northwest. His book explores the watershed and urban ecologies of the Northern Cascades, the Olympic Peninsula, and the Olympic Coast on both sides of Interstate 5, a major artery of industrial-urban growth.

Dan Baharav is an avid outdoorsman traveling the Pacific Ocean waterways in his sea kayak. He holds a Ph.D. in Zoology and Ecology and for the last forty years he has held both academic and consulting posts. His focus is on applying contemporary ecological theories to multi-purpose use of natural resources. Currently, he resides in Bellingham, WA.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Tuesday, February 23 || 6pm Tuesdays || Free
Fairhaven All Paces Run
A Fairhaven Runners & Walkers free weekly drop-in run, led by store staff and volunteers, the All Paces runs are 20 minutes out and 20 minutes back on two key routes, by the water or through the woods. Participants are divided into groups ranging from run/walk to seven-minute pace. DARKER EVENINGS: bring a flashlight or headlamp and consider wearing reflective clothing.

More info on this and other evening drop-in runs, weekly walks and fitness forums at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Wednesday, February 24 || 6pm Wednesdays || Free
Fairhaven “Evening Epic Run”
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, the Evening Epic is a "strenuous" run of 1.5-2 hours on hilly terrain with experienced trail runners. Meet at the store in time for the 6pm start. Bring a flashlight and wear reflective clothing during the darker months!

More info on this and other drop-in runs, walks and fitness forums at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store at 1209 11th Street, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Thursday, February 25 || 7pm || Free
Literature Live: WHAT’S WRONG WITH MY PLANT?
At Village Books, David Deardorff & Kathryn Wadsworth discuss their book, What's Wrong with My Plant? (and How Do I Fix It?): A Visual Guide to Easy Diagnosis and Organic Remedies. By offering an easy visual system for diagnosing any plant malady--and matching it to the right, organic, cure--plant problems will be a thing of the past. Deardorff and Wadsworth own a landscape design and garden coaching firm in Port Townsend, and Deardorff is also a plant pathologist and botanist.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Thursday, February 25 || 6pm Thursdays || Free
Show Up & Meet Up Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, this one gets you together with your regular running buddies or to meet some new friends. On this run you'll get the opportunity to take the lead in deciding where and how far you want to go. Be sure to bring a flashlight during darker months.

More info on this and other drop-in runs, walks and fitness forums through Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Thursday, February 25 || 7:15-8:15pm || Free
Fitness Forum: for Runnesr/Walkers/Hikers
An event for runners, walkers and hikers ... learn from a Bellingham physical therapist about signs, symptoms, treatments and prevention of Achilles problems, plus gait issues that stress the Achilles.

To inspire community athletes and anyone seeking better physical health, Fairhaven Runners & Walkers (on 11th Street across from Village Books) hosts free fitness forums each month at the store. For a schedule of forums, as well as weekly drop-in runs and walks, call Fairhaven Runners at 676-4955 or visit Fairhaven Runners & Walkers. At Fairhaven Runners, 1209 11th St..
Friday, February 26 || 7pm || Free
Literature Live: GINA OCHSNER
At Village Books,Gina Ochsner reads from The Russian Dreambook of Color and Flight. In post-Soviet Russia, Tanya carries a notebook wherever she goes, recording her observations and her dreams of finding love. As she scrambles to hold onto her dreams, she discovers that love may have been waiting in her own courtyard all along.
Oschsner is the Oregon author of two collections of short stories, both of which won the Oregon Book Award. Her work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Best American Nonrequired Reading, Glimmer Train, and many others. She is a recipient of aFlannaery O'Connor Award, aRuth Hindman Foundation Prize, Guggenheim and NEA grants, and the Raymond Carver Prize.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, visit the store or check out VillageBooks.com. Village Books,1200 11th St.
Friday, February 26 || Feb 6-27, Wed-Sat, 11am-5pm || Free
At Lucia Douglas Gallery
At the Lucia Douglas Gallery (1415 13th St. in Fairhaven), see an exhibit of two artists throughout February.
* Peregrine O'Gormley - Wood, Stone and Bronze. Skagit Valley sculptor Peregrine O'Gormley, now in his 30s, has been carving since he was 8 years old and has been taught technique by an experienced carver in New Mexico. He finds driftwood from local beaches, choosing mostly the yellow cedar chunks that drift down from the lumber mills in Alaska. His work is grounded in the beauty and elegance of the natural world and endeavors to convey that side of nature.

* David Ridgway - New Paintings. David Ridgway, recently settled in Bellingham from the San Juan Islands, transferred his talent from the landscape of the islands to Fairhaven alleys and streets and to Skagit County vistas. In this first exhibit in Bellingham Ridgway expresses his love of color a totally different perspective to our local landscape.

Artist's reception will be held today, Saturday, February 6, 6-8pm. More info: 733-5361 or visit Lucia Douglas Lucia Douglas, 1415 13th St.
Saturday, February 27 || daily Jan 29-Feb 28 || Price? A pair of shoes
Shoe Drive for Victims in Haiti
12th Street Shoes in Fairhaven is asking customers to bring in a pair of appropriate footwear--for men, women and children-- to help the victims of the disaster in Haiti. Along with other vital donations, a pair of solid shoes is absolutely necessary in order to participate effectively in rescue and rebuilding efforts.

Soles4Souls is working with 12th Street Shoes and many other partners to provide thousands of boots and shoes to help survivors in the rebuilding process. 12th Street Shoes customers will receive $5 off their purchase of a new pair with their donation, and the shoe store will cover the cost of shipping the donated shoes to the warehouse operated by Soles4Souls. More info: 733-2066. 12th Street & Harris Avenue.
Saturday, February 27 || 7pm workshop; 7:30-10pm dancing || $8-$10 suggested
Contra Dance
Sponsored by Bellingham Country Dance Society, enjoy (or learn) some Contra dancing, including Contras, Circles, and Squares, accompanied by live music. Tonight's band is Up in the Air from Bellingham, with Maureen Vollier (from Vancouver, BC) calling.

No partner or experience necessary, but refrain from wearing fragrances and bring a reusable water bottle.

Information: (360) 676-1554 or Bellingham Country Dance or dance@januscom.com. At Fairhaven Library.
Saturday, February 27 || 11am -1pm || $8/person. Pre-register.
Felted Creatures Workshop
Kids (10 and up) and adults can stop by Fairhaven Toy Garden to make a needle felted animal. Today make a felted SWAN.

Pre-registration and payment is requested at 714-8552 or at the store. For more info visit FairhavenToyGarden.com on 11th Street & Mill Avenue.

March 2010

Tuesday, March 2 || 5:30pm Tuesdays || Free
Track Workout
This is weekly drop-in track workout organized by Fairhaven Runners and let by Steve Grichel. Meet at the Sehome High School parking lot.

Info on the track workouts, email runners@fairhavenrunners.com. Info on other drop-in runs, walks and fitness forums through Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. Sehome High .
Tuesday, March 2 || 6pm Tuesdays || Free
Fairhaven All Paces Run
A Fairhaven Runners & Walkers free weekly drop-in run, led by store staff and volunteers, the All Paces runs are 20 minutes out and 20 minutes back on two key routes, by the water or through the woods. Participants are divided into groups ranging from run/walk to seven-minute pace. DARKER EVENINGS: bring a flashlight or headlamp and consider wearing reflective clothing.

More info on this and other evening drop-in runs, weekly walks and fitness forums at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Wednesday, March 3 || 6pm Wednesdays || Free
Fairhaven “Evening Epic Run”
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, the Evening Epic is a "strenuous" run of 1.5-2 hours on hilly terrain with experienced trail runners. Meet at the store in time for the 6pm start. Bring a flashlight and wear reflective clothing during the darker months!

More info on this and other drop-in runs, walks and fitness forums at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store at 1209 11th Street, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Thursday, March 4 || 6pm Thursdays || Free
Show Up & Meet Up Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, this one gets you together with your regular running buddies or to meet some new friends. On this run you'll get the opportunity to take the lead in deciding where and how far you want to go. Be sure to bring a flashlight during darker months.

More info on this and other drop-in runs, walks and fitness forums through Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at the store, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online. FR&W, 1209 11th Street.
Saturday, March 13 || 7pm workshop; 7:30-10pm dancing || $8-$10 suggested
Contra Dance
Sponsored by Bellingham Country Dance Society, enjoy (or learn) some Contra dancing, including Contras, Circles, and Squares, accompanied by live music. Tonight's band is Sheep King from Bellingham, with Julianne Dickelman (also from Bellingham) calling.

No partner or experience necessary, but refrain from wearing fragrances and bring a reusable water bottle.

Information: (360) 676-1554 or Bellingham Country Dance or dance@januscom.com. At Fairhaven Library.
Saturday, March 20 || 9am-noon
Connelly Creek Nature Area Work Party
Join members of the Happy Valley Neighborhood Association and others to improve wildlife habitat by removing invasive plants, replacing them with native vegetation and mulching. Park in the west end of the The Market at Fairhaven parking lot, off Old Fairhaven Parkway and exit 252, and follow 30th to the entrance of the natura area. Tools, gloves and refreshments will be provide, but do dress accordingly!

More info is available by phoning (360) 715-0283. at Fairhaven Pkwy & 30th.
Saturday, March 20 || 1-3pm
Boulevard Park Work Party
Join area highschooler Courtney Martin and help pick up litter at Boulevard Park, just south of Fairhaven District. Park at the lower parking lot at Boulevard Park near the entrance, bike, or take the WTA Red Line. And be sure to plan for lunch and shopping before and after your hard work!

More info is available from the Bellingham Parks Department or by phoning 360-778-7105. At Boulevard Park.
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