Events in Fairhaven and on the Village Green

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July 2008

Thursday, July 24 || 7-10pm Thursdays & Sundays (9pm Fri & Sat) || free
Acoustic Casual Jazz Night at Skylark’s: The Otters
Enjoy jazz guitar and vocals at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-2642
Friday, July 25 || 7-8:30pm || free
At the Firehouse: Ham @ Heart’s YOU AS A STAR
"Dancing queens" around Bellingham have an opportunity to be a real chorus line star. Bring wigs, glitterati and any costumes that you have and express your inner-star with tie-on costumes and goof-proof choreography. The event organizers say: "No rehearsals, no audience, no hassles and NO talent necessary! The fun of this event is not related to talent, but the love and joy of expression. If you have ever wanted to sing and dance, this is your chance."

For more info call Ariel Libre at (360) 319-9963, heavenfun4you@yahoo.com

For other events and a schedule of classes at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, visit them online.
Friday, July 25 || 7-9pm || free
Live at Sycamore Square
On the last Friday event of every month, a group of Sycamore Square business owners present lively entertainment--musicians, hula and belly dancers, hoop performances--on the landing outside of Coda Musical Instruments and the Archives.

Sycamore Square--1200 Harris Ave., corner of Harris & 12th Street.
Friday, July 25 || 9pm || free
Acoustic Casual Jazz Night at Skylark’s: Ray Downey & Tim Matheis
Enjoy jazz sax and guitar at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-2642.
Saturday, July 26 || 5:30 pm || $50; register at FR&W
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers Training Program for Walkers
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' eight-week program will prepare walkers for the Waterfront 15K race that begins and ends at the Fairhaven Village Green in September.

Weekly group workouts are at 8am on Saturday mornings, July 26 - September 13. Info and registration at the store and online.

To inspire community athletes and anyone seeking better physical health, Fairhaven Runners & Walkers (on 11th Street across from Village Books) hosts free fitness forums and fee-based seasonal training camps. 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.
Saturday, July 26 || 9:30am || $15 pre-registration (by July 16); $20 after July 16
Padden Duathlon 1/3 Less Race
Near Fairhaven, just up from the interstate, is Lake Padden Park, where you can have all sorts of summer fun before or after visiting the Fairhaven district to shop or enjoy a meal. It's also a place for a number of Bellingham Parks & Rec events.

Today, athletes of all skill levels can enjoy a fun road bike duathlon--the Padden Duathlon 1/3 Less Race. Run 2.6 miles around the lake, bike 14.5 miles out, around and back from Lake Samish, then run 2.6 miles again--and no swimming. To register online or print out a registration form, go to www.trithecookie.com.

Be sure to include a visit to Fairhaven after the race!
Saturday, July 26 || 1-3pm
At Padilla Bay: Tsunami Hazards in the Pacific Northwest
Not far south of Fairhaven, down Chuckanut Drive, then between Bow/Edison and Highway 20 (10441 Bayview-Edison Road), the Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve offers a great place to visit and explore, for kids and adults of all ages. The facility also offers classes and presentations on a regular basis.

Today, Washington State Department of Natural Resources geologist Tim Walsh will talk about reasons to be prepared for tsunamis in the Pacific Northwest, focusing on the Padilla Bay area. He will also discuss the National Tsunami Hazard Mitigation Program and plans for future risk research. Light refreshments served.

To register or get more information please visit Padilla Bay online or call (360) 428-1558.
Saturday, July 26 || 2-4pm
At Padilla Bay: Wild Edible Plants class
Not far south of Fairhaven, down Chuckanut Drive, then between Bow/Edison and Highway 20, the Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve offers a great place to visit and explore, for kids and adults of all ages. The facility also offers classes on a regular basis.

Today, Marlee Osterbauer will be teaching a Wild Edible Plants class. T register or get more information please visit Padilla Bay online or call (360) 428-1558.
Saturday, July 26 || 10am-6pm Mo-Sa; 10am-5pm Su--through July || free
Showing at Artwood Gallery: Ray deVries
Part of an ongoing celebratation of "20 years in Historic Fairhaven" (the shop/gallery opened May 29, 1988 in the Morgan Block building on the corner of Harris Ave. and 10th St.) Artwood will feature the work of different members each month.

This month, see the work of Ray deVries. Ray is an organic farmer in Skagit Valley and a founding member of Artwood. A teacher and artist, Ray likes to make "philosophical statements in wood."

More info: 647-1628
Saturday, July 26 || 7 days a week through July || free, but stay for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Colophon Cafe Art Show: “The Dry Side--East of the Cascades”
At the Legendary Colophon Cafe, in the heart of Fairhaven, photographer William Lewis is exhibiting his black and white photographs of the varied landscape of Eastern Washington and Eastern Oregon.

Stop in at the The Legendary Colophon Cafe at 1208 11th Street, or phone 647-0092or 671-7284 for more information
Saturday, July 26 || 7-9pm || free
Boulevard Park Evening Concert
Just a short trail walk, drive or bike ride from downtown Fairhaven, enjoy an evening concert at Boulevard Park, presented by the Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department.

Tonight hear Incendio and their latin guitar world fusion; and August 9 enjoy Sister Monk.
For more information on these concerts, phone 360-778-7000.
Saturday, July 26 || 9pm || free
Acoustic Casual Jazz Night at Skylark’s: The Spencetet
Enjoy this classic jazz quartet at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-3642.
Saturday, July 26 || 8:00 pm
JUNO
Music: Matt Novak
Juno (2007, 96 min, PG 13) Outdoor Cinema on the Village Green.
Sunday, July 27 || daily through August || free
the bunch featured artist: Leslie Diane Smith - “Lavender in Bloom”
Featured in July and August at the bunch, in Fairhaven, is the photographic work of Leslie Diane Smith and her Lavender in Bloom exhibit. This is a collection of photos taken at Cedarbrook Lavender and Herb Farm in Sequim.

the bunch is located at 1005 Harris Ave., Fairhaven. Info: 671-5769 or visit the bunch
Sunday, July 27 || 11:45 parade / 1pm workshops / 4pm Vaudeville show || free
The New Old Time Chautauqua-- workshops, Vaudeville show & sidewalk parade
The "'Aqua-Chautauqua" tour by boat comes to Fairhaven with a sidewalk parade through the heart of the community, followed by free workshops and a Vaudeville show at nearby Boulevard Park.

The PARADE, beginning at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center (Harrish & 14th) and ending at the Fairhaven Village Green, will be led by the Fighting Instruments of Karma Marching Chamber Band / Orchestra and will include jugglers, clowns, acrobatics, and like. Community members, families, visitors and pets are welcome to join the fun! Decorated bicycles, costumes, etc. are also encouraged. At the Fairhaven Village Green, following the parade, members of the troupe will perform a brief 'teaser' show (a song or two, a bit of juggling, acrobatics and clowning) in anticipation of the full show and workshops later in the afternoon at Boulevard Park.
--in Historic Fairhaven & Boulevard Park.
Sunday, July 27 || 4pm || free
Literature Live at Village Books: J.A. Jance with DAMAGE CONTROL
This afternoon at Village Books in Fairhaven meet and hear renowned, NYT bestselling Pacific Northwest mystery writer J.A. Jance. Jance will share her newest Joanna Brady novel, Damage Control, in which the Cochise County Sheriff must face a gruesome double murder in the Coronado National Monument. J.A. Jance was born in South Dakota, brought up in Bisbee, Arizona, and now lives with her husband in Seattle.

This author presentation is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program, which also includes a variety of monthly book group discussions (usually sans author). For information on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--visit the store at 1200 11th Street or at VillageBooks.com.
Sunday, July 27 || 3-6 pm || Free - really
Fiddlin Fox presents Yambique
Sway and dance to a concert of Latin jazz salsa with Yambique, on the Village Green outdoor stage, brought to you as part of Fiddling Fox's Sunny Sunday series
Sunday, July 27 || 7-10 pm || free
Acoustic Night at Skylark’s: Irish Session
Enjoy some traditional pub music at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-2642
Monday, July 28 || 7pm || free, but sign up in advance
Village Books Open Mic Night
Village Books in Fairhaven invites all to enjoy local talents as they share their written words. Or sign up in advance to share some of your own.

For information on a variety of diverse book group meetings, book- and word-related events, as well at frequent author talks, click on the link to Village Books' website on the Fairhaven.com home page, or visit Village Books.
Tuesday, July 29 || 6pm Tuesdays || free
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers Evening Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in events, the Evening Run takes a "friendly" 9-11 minute mile pace on relatively flat neighborhood paths and trails for 3 to 5 miles. Meet at the store in time for the 6pm start.

More info on this and other drop-in runs or other events at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at thestore at 1209 11th Street, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online.
Tuesday, July 29 || daily || free
Village Books Readings Gallery: Whatcom Places II Photographic Images
During June and July, the Village Books Readings Gallery will have photographs that capture the beauty of Whatcom County in images from Whatcom Places II. Produced by the Whatcom Land Trust to showcase the beauty of our region and our natural resources, Whatcom Places II, has been a regional best seller for every year since the first version was printed.

This art show is just one of the many happenings through Village Books, including a variety of monthly book group discussions and author visits. For information on all Village Books and Literature Live events--for kids and adults--visit the store at 1200 11th Street or at VillageBooks.com.
Tuesday, July 29 || 6-8pm
Summer Concert on the Green
Geoffrey Castle plays his six-string electric violin on the Fairhaven Village Green stage, as part of the Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department's Concerts in the Park series.

Be sure to come to Fairhaven early for some shopping, and then enjoy a nice summer dinner at a local restaurant. Or stroll down to the ferry terminal, or Marine Park! Make it a long day in Fairhaven!
Wednesday, July 30 || Every Wednesday June 4-Sept. 3, noon-5pm
Bellingham Farmers Market: On the Fairhaven Village Green
Enjoy the Bellingham Farmers Market, Fairhaven Style!

Every Wednesday, June 4 through September 3, the market comes to the Fairhaven Village Green. Enjoy the atmosphere of the neighborhood! And purchase your fresh produce, most of it locally and organically grown, plus other culinary offerings, flowers, crafts and more.

More info: call 360-647-2060 or visit the Bellingham Farmers Market website.
Thursday, July 31 || 6pm Thursdays || free
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers Evening Hill Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, the Evening Hill Run is led by Craig, the store's manager. This one is a 7-8 minute-mile pace run. Meet at the store in time for the 6pm start.

More info on this and other evening drop-in runs, weekly walks or 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.
Thursday, July 31 || 7pm || donations accepted at the door
At the Firehouse: Honor Day Foundation Presents Amara Grace in Concert for a Cause
At the Fairhaven Firehouse Performing Arts Center (1314 Harris Ave. in Fairhaven) the Honor Day Foundation presents Amara Grace and special surprise guest in "Concert for a Cause." The Honor Day Concert Project is a 6-month series featuring socially conscoius artists and speakers working in support of The Honor Day Foundation.

"Passionate, compelling, original vocals and piano with a jazzy-blues intimacy that captures the heart of hope."
More info at www.honorday.org
Thursday, July 31 || show runs daily July 19 through August 9 || free
Paperdoll Boutique & Art Gallery: Liliana Franz
July 19-August 9, Fairhaven's Paperdoll Boutique and Art Gallery (1200 10th Street) presents the work of local multi-media artist Liliana Franz.

Internal Landscapes is Franz' show of both abstract and functional works. Her creations take natural organisms and stretch the imagination with something as small as a barnacle taking form in a purse, necklace or other textile art. And her artful eclecticism includes oil paintings, ink drawings, fiber sculpture and wearable art.

Information: contact The Paperdoll at 360-738-DOLL(3655) or visit The Paperdoll online.
Thursday, July 31 || 9pm || free
Jazz Night at Skylark’s
Enjoy some jazz at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-2642.

August 2008

Friday, August 1 || noon || free
Marrowstone Lunchtime Concert on the Green
Fridays, August 1 and 8, enjoy a free chamber music concert at the Fairhaven Village Green!

The Marrowstone Summer, a program of the Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestras, music presents these talented young artists as they are conducted by Dale Clevenger, principle horn of the Chicago Symphony, and guest conductor.
Friday, August 1 || 9pm-midnight || free
Acoustic Casual Jazz Night at Skylark’s: The Unusuals
Enjoy this casual jazz trio at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-2642.
Saturday, August 2 || 7:30 am or later, depending on distance
Tour de Whatcom: Bike for Boys and Girls Clubs
Join Tour de Whatcom, a bike ride to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County. Choose the length of your ride, 20, 46 or 109 miles, perfect for a family outing and serious riders alike. Snacks and drinks will be available at rest stops along the routes. Support vehicles are available if needed.

The rides begin and end at the Village Green. Registration donation varies $25-$45 depending on distance, or $75 for whole family. Go to the Tour de Whatcom web site for the details and links to on-line registration
Saturday, August 2 || 7-10pm Thursdays & Sundays (9pm Fri & Sat) || free
Acoustic Casual Jazz Night at Skylark’s: The Otters
Enjoy jazz guitar and vocals at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-2642
Saturday, August 2 || 8:00 pm
EDWARD SCISSORHANDS
Music: Tyler Graves
Edward Scissorhands (1990, 105 min, PG 13) Outdoor Cinema on the Village Green.
Sunday, August 3 || 2pm, 1st Sundays || free
VB Reads: Lesbian Book Group
Join Sarah at Village Books in Fairhaven for a monthly discussion of books by and about lesbians. This month talk about Ammonite by Nicola Griffith, about a female anthropologist who tests and studies members--all female-- of an atypical population after a virus destroys all the men on the planet.

VB's Lesbian Book Club meets the first Sunday of every month in the Village Books Readings Gallery; authors do not usually attend the book group discussion.

For information on other gatherings at Village Books (monthly book groups, weekly story times, daily author events, etc.) visit the store, phone 671-2626, click on the Village Books link on the Fairhaven.com home page, or go to the VillageBooks.com website.
Sunday, August 3 || 7-10 pm || free
Acoustic Night at Skylark’s: Irish Session
Enjoy some traditional pub music at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-2642
Monday, August 4 || 7pm, 1st Mondays || free
VB Reads: General Literature Book Group
Led by Cindi, a staffer at Village Books, this monthly discussion group meets at the store at 1200 11th Street to talk about a variety of general literature. This month discuss A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson--asking the most intriguing and intractable quesions that science seeks to answser.

VB Reads... General Literature Book Club meets the first Monday of every month in the Village Books Readings Gallery; authors do not attend the book group discussion. To be discussed in September: The Zero by Jess Walter.

For information on other gatherings at Village Books (monthly book groups, weekly story times, daily author events, etc.) visit the store, phone 671-2626, click on the Village Books link on the Fairhaven.com home page, or go to the VillageBooks.com website.
Tuesday, August 5 || 6pm Tuesdays || free
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers Evening Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in events, the Evening Run takes a "friendly" 9-11 minute mile pace on relatively flat neighborhood paths and trails for 3 to 5 miles. Meet at the store in time for the 6pm start.

More info on this and other drop-in runs or other events at Fairhaven Runners and Walkers can be found at thestore at 1209 11th Street, by phoning 360-676-4955, or visiting Fairhaven Runners & Walkers online.
Tuesday, August 5 || 6-8pm || free
Summer Concert on the Green
Kris Orlowski delights with acoustic rock pop on the Fairhaven Village Green stage, as part of the Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department's Concerts in the Park series. Be sure to come to Fairhaven early for some shopping, and then enjoy a nice summer meal at a local restaurant. Or stroll down to the ferry terminal, or Marine Park! Make a long afternoon/evening of it!
Wednesday, August 6 || noon, 1st Wednesdays || free
VB Reads: By the Book
Join this monthly discussion led by community member Janet Ott, of books related to the world of business--at Village Books,1200 11th Street. This month's book is The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life by Benjamin Zander and Rosamund Stone Zander (authors not attending).

Brown bag lunches are welcome, from home or from one of the nearby cafes. Next month: The Soul of Money: Reclaiming the Wealth of Our Inner Resources by Lynne Twist.

For information on a variety of diverse book group meetings, as well at frequent author events, click on the link to Village Books' website on the Fairhaven.com home page, or visit Village Books.
Wednesday, August 6 || Every Wednesday June 4-Sept. 3, noon-5pm
Bellingham Farmers Market: On the Fairhaven Village Green
Enjoy the Bellingham Farmers Market, Fairhaven Style!

Every Wednesday, June 4 through September 3, the market comes to the Fairhaven Village Green. Enjoy the atmosphere of the neighborhood! And purchase your fresh produce, most of it locally and organically grown, plus other culinary offerings, flowers, crafts and more.

More info: call 360-647-2060 or visit the Bellingham Farmers Market website.
Wednesday, August 6 || 6pm, 1st Wednesdays || $10
Skylark’s Wine Tasting
Meet friends old and new in the loft of Skykark's Hidden Cafe and Wine Parlor to try out a selection of wines, along with cheese and other nibbles. Everyone is invited to this monthly event. Skylark's Hidden Cafe is at 1308 11th Street
Thursday, August 7 || show runs daily July 19 through August 9 || free
Paperdoll Boutique & Art Gallery: Liliana Franz
July 19-August 9, Fairhaven's Paperdoll Boutique and Art Gallery (1200 10th Street) presents the work of local multi-media artist Liliana Franz.

Internal Landscapes is Franz' show of both abstract and functional works. Her creations take natural organisms and stretch the imagination with something as small as a barnacle taking form in a purse, necklace or other textile art. And her artful eclecticism includes oil paintings, ink drawings, fiber sculpture and wearable art.

Information: contact The Paperdoll at 360-738-DOLL(3655) or visit The Paperdoll online.
Thursday, August 7 || daily through August || free
the bunch featured artist: Leslie Diane Smith - “Lavender in Bloom”
Featured in July and August at the bunch, in Fairhaven, is the photographic work of Leslie Diane Smith and her Lavender in Bloom exhibit. This is a collection of photos taken at Cedarbrook Lavender and Herb Farm in Sequim.

the bunch is located at 1005 Harris Ave., Fairhaven. Info: 671-5769 or visit the bunch
Thursday, August 7 || 6pm Thursdays || free
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers Evening Hill Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, the Evening Hill Run is led by Craig, the store's manager. This one is a 7-8 minute-mile pace run. Meet at the store in time for the 6pm start.

More info on this and other evening drop-in runs, weekly walks or 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.
Friday, August 8 || 6:30pm || $6-$10
Summerstock Lite--Comedia in the Park, in Fairhaven
Western Washington University's Summerstock traveling show this year will feature "Commedia in the Park," with several shows in or near Fairhaven!
*Tonight at 6:30, just south of downtown Fairhaven, at Fairhaven Park
*Sun., Aug. 10, 2pm at nearby Lake Padden Park
*Fri., Aug. 15, 6:30pm at Fairhaven Village in the heart of Fairhaven
*and Sun.,Aug. 17, 2pm, again at Fairhaven Park.

Tickets are available at www.tickets.wwu.edu/ or by calling the WWU Box Office at 360-650-6146. More info through WWU's Summerstock program.
Friday, August 8 || noon || free
Marrowstone Lunchtime Concert on the Green
Fridays, August 1 and 8, enjoy a free chamber music concert at the Fairhaven Village Green!

The Marrowstone Summer, a program of the Seattle Youth Symphony Orchestras, music presents these talented young artists as they are conducted by Dale Clevenger, principle horn of the Chicago Symphony, and guest conductor.
Saturday, August 9 || 11am-5pm, Fridays-Mondays, through August 4
At the Todd Gallery on Chuckanut: Chuckanut Wanderings
View a collection of paintings by Robert E. Todd, based on a year exploring the Chuckanuts.

The Todd Gallery is at 690 Chuckanut Drive, just a few miles south of Fairhaven. More info at 360-676-5606 or online.
Saturday, August 9 || 7-9pm || free
Boulevard Park Evening Concert
Just a short trail walk, drive or bike ride from downtown Fairhaven, enjoy an evening concert at Boulevard Park, presented by the Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department.

Tonight he enjoy Sister Monk.
For more information on these concerts, phone 360-778-7000.
Saturday, August 9 || 7:30 pm
SHREK THE THIRD
Music: Doug Allen
Shrek the Third (2007, 92 min, PG) Outdoor Cinema on the Village Green.
Sunday, August 10 || 2pm & 6:30pm || $6-$10
Summerstock Lite--Comedia in the Park, near Fairhaven
Western Washington University's Summerstock traveling show this year will feature "Commedia in the Park," with several shows in or near Fairhaven!
*Today at 2pm and 6:30pm at nearby Lake Padden Park
*Fri., Aug. 15, 6:30pm at Fairhaven Village in the heart of Fairhaven
*and Sun.,Aug. 17, 2pm, again at Fairhaven Park.

Tickets are available at www.tickets.wwu.edu/ or by calling the WWU Box Office at 360-650-6146. More info through WWU's Summerstock program.
Tuesday, August 12 || 6-8pm
Summer Concert on the Green
The Gallus Brothers play some goodtime ragtime blues-- with a guitar and a suitcase-- on the Fairhaven Village Green stage, as part of the Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department's Concerts in the Park series. Be sure to come to Fairhaven early for some shopping, and then enjoy a nice summer meal at a local restaurant. Or stroll down to the ferry terminal, or Marine Park! Make it a full afternoon in Fairhaven!
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