Events in Fairhaven and on the Village Green

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November 2008

Thursday, November 20 || daily, through November || free, daily
Paperdoll Boutique & Art Gallery: Wooden Forest - Rifka MacDonald
Fairhaven's Paperdoll Boutique and Art Gallery (1200 10th Street) presents the carvings and prints of local artist Rifka MacDonald in her showcase titled Wooden Forest. MacDonald's works feature intricate etchings of forest creatures printed on delicate wood panels. Her rubber originals along with notes and creative commentary will be on view during the months of October and November.

This special gallery event is both an art opening and part of the senior culminating project of MacDonald, a senior at Sehome High School senior and Running Start student.

For additional information regarding the show, or for more detail on the work of Rifka MacDonald, please contact The Paperdoll @ 360-738-DOLL(3655) or email
Information: contact The Paperdoll at 360-738-DOLL(3655) or visit The Paperdoll online.
Thursday, November 20 || Mon-Sat, 11-6; Sun 12-5 || free & daily, throughout the month
Featured at Good Earth Pottery: LYNN DEE
Good Earth Pottery in historic Fairhaven (1000 Harris Ave; 360-671-3998) represents more than 50 local artists, and monthly features one artist.

Throughout the month of November, Lynn Dee of Lummi Island will be featuring her newly inspired Raku Sculpture as well as her signature Starfish Jars at Good Earth Pottery. "Lynn's classic metallic crackle glazes are enhanced with the artist's addition of organic patterns of leaves and ferns."
An artist's reception will be held during the Historic Fairhaven Holiday Tour d'Art the evening of November 28th and 29th.
Thursday, November 20 || 6pm Thursdays || free
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers Evening Hill Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, the Evening Hill Run is at a 7-9 minute-mile pace for 4-6 miles, and good for experienced runners. 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, November 20 || 6-7pm || $10 each class (or $100 if you take all 12 offered classes)
12 Days of Craft at The Paperdoll
12 DAYS OF CRAFT is 12 1-hour classes offered at The Paperdoll, with local crafters sharing their skills so you can create wonderful little gifts for the holidays. Sample classes include mini felted sweater cupcake ornaments, rubber stamp cards, doily bowls and glass magnets. No experience or pre-crafting knowledge necessary to participate. All materials (using recycled or sustainable products) are included, as well as refreshments.

Classes are 1 hour each, from 6-7pm, November 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25 and December 1, 2, 3, 4 5.
For more information regarding classes and instructors visit www.thepaperdollboutique.blogspot.com.
The Paperdoll is at 1200 10th Street, Suite 103 in Fairhaven. 360-738-3655, info@thepaperdoll.net
Thursday, November 20 || 5:30-9:30pm. (also 9:30am-9:30pm Fri.; 9:30am-5:30pm Sat.) || free admission & free parking
27th Annual Home for the Holidays
This annual show promises an impressive selection of seasonal creations to trim your "Home for the Holidays," plus unique items, antiques and gourmet foods to share or give during the seaon. The vendors who participate in this 3-day show are "a collection of some of the best in the Northwest," and it's a great reason (in addition to all the other great draws) to come to Historic Fairhaven!

Additonally, this year's show is holding a drawing for four very special holiday gift bags with gift certificates from area merchants (including Fairhaven restaurants Dos Padres, Mambo Italiano, and Dirty Dan Harris), as well some collectibles by local artists Robyn Albee (Burlington) and Barbara McAllister (Blaine). See "more info" for a list of gift certificates.

Where: at Bellingham Cruise Terminal (at the base of Harris Avenue in Fairhaven).
For more information call Joyce Hill at (360) 676-1891.

More Info...
Friday, November 21 || 6-7pm || $10 each class (or $100 if you take all 12 offered classes)
12 Days of Craft at The Paperdoll
12 DAYS OF CRAFT is 12 1-hour classes offered at The Paperdoll, with local crafters sharing their skills so you can create wonderful little gifts for the holidays. Sample classes include mini felted sweater cupcake ornaments, rubber stamp cards, doily bowls and glass magnets. No experience or pre-crafting knowledge necessary to participate. All materials (using recycled or sustainable products) are included, as well as refreshments.

Classes are 1 hour each, from 6-7pm, November 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25 and December 1, 2, 3, 4 5.
For more information regarding classes and instructors visit www.thepaperdollboutique.blogspot.com.
The Paperdoll is at 1200 10th Street, Suite 103 in Fairhaven. 360-738-3655, info@thepaperdoll.net
Friday, November 21 || 7-8pm || free
Family Story Night 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.

Contact the Fairhaven Branch Library at 360-778-7188 for more information.
Friday, November 21 || daily through 6pm Nov. 22
SILENT AUCTION IN FAIRHAVEN TO BENEFIT BELLINGHAM FOOD BANK & LIGHTHOUSE MISSION
In conjunction with SWEAT 24, Bellingham Tennis Club & Fairhaven Fitness is hosting a silent auction to benefit the Bellingham Food Bank & Lighthouse Mission. Stop by the club (location at McKenzie Avenue between 8th & 9th streets) to place your bid on lovely items - many donated from wonderful Fairhaven businesses!

Bidding is open to the public from 5:30am Nov. 16 through 6pm November 22. ALL proceeds benefit the two charities above. The club is also accepting non-perishable food items and personal items (toothbrushes, feminine hygiene items, etc.) for donation as well.
For information, contact Robin Robertson at 360-733-5050 or robin@bellinghamtennis.com.
Friday, November 21 || 9:30am-9:30pm. (also 5:30-9:30pm Thurs.; and 9:30am-5:30pm Sat.) || free admission & free parking
27th Annual Home for the Holidays
This annual show promises an impressive selection of seasonal creations to trim your "Home for the Holidays," plus unique items, antiques and gourmet foods to share or give during the seaon. The vendors who participate in this 3-day show are "a collection of some of the best in the Northwest," and it's a great reason (in addition to all the other great draws) to come to Historic Fairhaven!

Additonally, this year's show is holding a drawing for four very special holiday gift bags with gift certificates from area merchants (including Fairhaven restaurants Dos Padres, Mambo Italiano & Dirty Dan Harris), as well some collectibles by local artists Robyn Albee (Burlington) and Barbara McAllister (Blaine). See "more info" for a list of gift certificates.

Where: at Bellingham Cruise Terminal (at the base of Harris Avenue in Fairhaven).
For more information call Joyce Hill at (360) 676-1891.

More Info...
Friday, November 21 || 6pm the 21st to 6pm the 22nd || $25 donation per person, per hour participating - Sign up in advance for your tennis, cycling or workout time slot(s)!
Sweat 24--Helping Whatcom County’s Hungry & Homeless
Sweat 24 is a 24-hour fundraiser organized locally by Fairhaven Tennis Club/Fairhaven Fitness with tennis, workout, and indoor cycling teams and individuals sweating to help the Bellingham Food Bank, Lighthouse Mission and Agape Home.

Minimum $25 registration fee/donation per individual, per hour, whether you are on a 4-, 6-, 12- or 24-hour team, or just want to come for a designated hour. Each participant is also asked to bring 10 food or personal items for donation. If you can't get a team together, consider bringing along a donation and cheer on the participants during the 24-hour event, or stop by the silent auction any time between November 12 and 22 to bid on some great offerings, proceeds to go to the fundraiser!

For information contact Robin Robertson at Bellingham Tennis Club & Fairhaven Fitness on McKenzie Avenue and 9th Street, or phone 360-733-5050.
Saturday, November 22 || 9am-noon
Trail Work Party: Padden Creek
Join members of Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association and others to help improve riparian habitat along this salmon stream. Park on 24th Street south of Fairhaven Parkway. Walk to the corner of the Pkwy and 24th St., ride a bike, or take WTA # 105. Tools and gloves will be provided, but do dress accordingly!

More info is available from Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association or by phoning (360) 715-0283
Saturday, November 22 || 1-2:30 pm
At Padilla Bay: Owls Outback
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, join wildlife biologist David Drummond for a look at owls--symbols of wisdom to some, harbingers of doom to others. The slideshow will explore the cultural mythology,biology, ecology, field identification, and calls of local owls. To register or get more information please visit Padilla Bay online or call (360) 428-1558.
Saturday, November 22 || daily through 6pm Nov. 22
SILENT AUCTION IN FAIRHAVEN TO BENEFIT BELLINGHAM FOOD BANK & LIGHTHOUSE MISSION
In conjunction with SWEAT 24, Bellingham Tennis Club & Fairhaven Fitness is hosting a silent auction to benefit the Bellingham Food Bank & Lighthouse Mission. Stop by the club (location at McKenzie Avenue between 8th & 9th streets) to place your bid on lovely items - many donated from wonderful Fairhaven businesses!

Bidding is open to the public from 5:30am Nov. 16 through 6pm November 22. ALL proceeds benefit the two charities above. The club is also accepting non-perishable food items and personal items (toothbrushes, feminine hygiene items, etc.) for donation as well.
For information, contact Robin Robertson at 360-733-5050 or robin@bellinghamtennis.com.
Saturday, November 22 || 9:30am-5:30pm. (also 5:30-9:30pm Thurs.; & 9:30am-9:30pm Fri.) || free admission & free parking
27th Annual Home for the Holidays
This annual show promises an impressive selection of seasonal creations to trim your "Home for the Holidays," plus unique items, antiques and gourmet foods to share or give during the seaon. The vendors who participate in this 3-day show are "a collection of some of the best in the Northwest," and it's a great reason (in addition to all the other great draws) to come to Historic Fairhaven!

Additonally, this year's show is holding a drawing for four very special holiday gift bags with gift certificates from area merchants (including Fairhaven restaurants Dos Padres, Mambo Italiano, and Dirty Dan Harris), as well some collectibles by local artists Robyn Albee (Burlington) and Barbara McAllister (Blaine). See "more info" for a list of gift certificates.

Where: at Bellingham Cruise Terminal (at the base of Harris Avenue in Fairhaven).
For more information call Joyce Hill at (360) 676-1891.

More Info...
Saturday, November 22 || 6pm the 21st to 6pm the 22nd || $25 donation per person, per hour participating - Sign up in advance for your tennis, cycling or workout time slot(s)!
Sweat 24--Helping Whatcom County’s Hungry & Homeless
Sweat 24 is a 24-hour fundraiser organized locally by Fairhaven Tennis Club/Fairhaven Fitness with tennis, workout, and indoor cycling teams and individuals sweating to help the Bellingham Food Bank, Lighthouse Mission and Agape Home.

Minimum $25 registration fee/donation per individual, per hour, whether you are on a 4-, 6-, 12- or 24-hour team, or just want to come for a designated hour. Each participant is also asked to bring 10 food or personal items for donation. If you can't get a team together, consider bringing along a donation and cheer on the participants during the 24-hour event, or stop by the silent auction any time between November 12 and 22 to bid on some great offerings, proceeds to go to the fundraiser!

For information contact Robin Robertson at Bellingham Tennis Club & Fairhaven Fitness on McKenzie Avenue and 9th Street, or phone 360-733-5050.
Monday, November 24 || 6-7pm || $10 each class (or $100 if you take all 12 offered classes)
12 Days of Craft at The Paperdoll
12 DAYS OF CRAFT is 12 1-hour classes offered at The Paperdoll, with local crafters sharing their skills so you can create wonderful little gifts for the holidays. Sample classes include mini felted sweater cupcake ornaments, rubber stamp cards, doily bowls and glass magnets. No experience or pre-crafting knowledge necessary to participate. All materials (using recycled or sustainable products) are included, as well as refreshments.

Classes are 1 hour each, from 6-7pm, November 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25 and December 1, 2, 3, 4 5.
For more information regarding classes and instructors visit www.thepaperdollboutique.blogspot.com.
The Paperdoll is at 1200 10th Street, Suite 103 in Fairhaven. 360-738-3655, info@thepaperdoll.net
Monday, November 24 || 7pm || free, but sign up in advance
Village Books Open Mic Night
Village Books invites the local community and visitors to enjoy local talents as they share their written words. Or sign up 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, November 25 || 4-5pm || free
Fairhaven Knits
Adults are invited to come together to enjoy an hour of knitting at the Fairhaven Branch Library, in the Northwest Room. Books and patterns are available for checkout, and some instruction provided, but bring your own yarn and needles. Please call the Fairhaven Branch Library at 360-778-7188 for information.
Tuesday, November 25 || 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, November 25 || 6-7pm || $10 each class (or $100 if you take all 12 offered classes)
12 Days of Craft at The Paperdoll
12 DAYS OF CRAFT is 12 1-hour classes offered at The Paperdoll, with local crafters sharing their skills so you can create wonderful little gifts for the holidays. Sample classes include mini felted sweater cupcake ornaments, rubber stamp cards, doily bowls and glass magnets. No experience or pre-crafting knowledge necessary to participate. All materials (using recycled or sustainable products) are included, as well as refreshments.

Classes are 1 hour each, from 6-7pm, November 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25 and December 1, 2, 3, 4 5.
For more information regarding classes and instructors visit www.thepaperdollboutique.blogspot.com.
The Paperdoll is at 1200 10th Street, Suite 103 in Fairhaven. 360-738-3655, info@thepaperdoll.net
Wednesday, November 26 || 6pm Wednesdays || free
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers 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.

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.
Wednesday, November 26 || daily through late November through December || free, daily
Village Books Readings Gallery: REFLECTIONS
Visit Village Books' Readings Gallery for their exhibit: Reflections. Winter season and the end of the year offer a time for reflection, for giving and thanksgiving, for contemplation of peace-making, prayers, and for resolution. One tradition to that has evolved around resolutions is to write them down, as a reminder of intent, on paper flags and post them for the wind to read. Village Books has created a string of paper flags in the Readings Gallery and invites everyone to join in writing personal messages to add to the flags (blank paper flags provided).

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.
Wednesday, November 26 || 7:30pm, 1st, 2nd, & 4th Tuesdays || call for pricing
Bellingham Scottish Country Dancers’ Beginner’s Class at Fairhaven Library
Meet upstairs at the Fairhaven Library (1117 12th St.) to learn Scottish Country Dancing!

Info: Mary Anderson, 733-9084
Thursday, November 27 || 6pm Thursdays || free
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers Evening Hill Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, the Evening Hill Run is at a 7-9 minute-mile pace for 4-6 miles, and good for experienced runners. 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, November 28 || various activities Nov. 28 and 29 - throughout the entire Fairhaven District!
HISTORIC FAIRHAVEN HOLIDAY
Start your holidays in the historic district during the Historic Fairhaven Holiday November 28-29! Fairhaven's 100-year-old buildings and streets will be decorated for the season, including some shop windows painted by the Fairhaven Middle School Art Club! For two days, enjoy musicians, carolers, thespians, visits by the Fairhaven Ladies of the Evening Society, the annual district lighting, carriage rides, contests, gift wrapping & craft-making (at the Fairhaven Toy Garden), special art shows hosted by Fairhaven shops and galleries, and more!

- on Friday the 28th at 1pm, welcome a Victorian Santa as he arrives arrive at the Fairhaven Village Green in a horse-drawn carriage!
Santa returns again at 1pm on Saturday.
- at 4:30pm Friday, show up in your best Ebenezer Scrooge face and enter the Scrooge Contest on the Fairhaven Village Green stage. The grumpiest winner will receive a copy of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, courtesy of Village Books.
- after the contest (around 5pm Friday) the entire Fairhaven District lights up, with caroling by local groups in front of the the Magic Forest on the Fairhaven Village Green stage.
- The Magic Forest (20 evergreen trees) will be open 5-9 Friday and all day Saturday.
- from 1-4pm on both the 28th and 29th, take in a horse-drawn carriage ride around the neighborhood (donations benefit the Old Fairhaven Association).

The annual Holiday Tour D'Art runs from 5 to 9pm both Friday and Saturday, featuring visiting artists and exhibits in many shops and galleries. Stop in at participating locations indicated by candles out front for artistic camaradarie, a hot beverage, and a head start on unique holiday gift shopping.
For more detailed information, contact Tracie Barrick at the bunch, at 1005 Harris Avenue, or by phoning 671-5769.
Saturday, November 29 || all day! || free!
Fairhaven Toy Garden Holiday Festival Workshop FOR ALL AGES
As part of the Fairhaven Historic Holiday festival, Fairhaven Toy Garden will offer workshops on Victorian Cornucopias - decorated paper cones that were often filled with candy and hung on the Christmas tree or given as gifts.

For more info call 714-8552, or visit FairhavenToyGarden.com.
Saturday, November 29 || daily, through November || free, daily
Paperdoll Boutique & Art Gallery: Wooden Forest - Rifka MacDonald
Fairhaven's Paperdoll Boutique and Art Gallery (1200 10th Street) presents the carvings and prints of local artist Rifka MacDonald in her showcase titled Wooden Forest. MacDonald's works feature intricate etchings of forest creatures printed on delicate wood panels. Her rubber originals along with notes and creative commentary will be on view during the months of October and November.

This special gallery event is both an art opening and part of the senior culminating project of MacDonald, a senior at Sehome High School senior and Running Start student.

For additional information regarding the show, or for more detail on the work of Rifka MacDonald, please contact The Paperdoll @ 360-738-DOLL(3655) or email
Information: contact The Paperdoll at 360-738-DOLL(3655) or visit The Paperdoll online.
Saturday, November 29 || Mon-Sat, 11-6; Sun 12-5 || free & daily, throughout the month
Featured at Good Earth Pottery: LYNN DEE
Good Earth Pottery in historic Fairhaven (1000 Harris Ave; 360-671-3998) represents more than 50 local artists, and monthly features one artist.

Throughout the month of November, Lynn Dee of Lummi Island will be featuring her newly inspired Raku Sculpture as well as her signature Starfish Jars at Good Earth Pottery. "Lynn's classic metallic crackle glazes are enhanced with the artist's addition of organic patterns of leaves and ferns."
An artist's reception will be held during the Historic Fairhaven Holiday Tour d'Art the evening of November 28th and 29th.
Saturday, November 29 || 7:30pm workshop; 8-11pm dancing || $5-$8
Contra Dance gathering at Fairhaven Library
Sponsored by Bellingham Country Dance Society, enjoy some Contra dancing at the Fairhaven Library. No partner or experience necessary, but wear soft-sole shoes to to protect the floors at the library and refrain from wearing fragrances.

A workshop begins at 7:30, dancing goes from 8 to 11pm--with an "open band night" -- joing the fun, bring an instrument or call some dances.

Fairhaven Library is at 1117 12th Street. Information at (360) 676-1554 or Bellingham Country Dance or dance@januscom.com
Saturday, November 29 || various activities throughout the day, throughout the district!
HISTORIC FAIRHAVEN HOLIDAY
Start your holidays in the historic district during the Historic Fairhaven Holiday November 28-29! Fairhaven's 100-year-old buildings and streets will be decorated for the season, including some shop windows painted by the Fairhaven Middle School Art Club! For two days, enjoy musicians, carolers, thespians, visits by the Fairhaven Ladies of the Evening Society, the annual district lighting, carriage rides, contests, gift wrapping & craft-making (at the Fairhaven Toy Garden), special art shows hosted by Fairhaven shops and galleries, and more!

- The Magic Forest (20 evergreen trees) will be open all day.
- at 1pm, welcome a Victorian Santa as he arrives arrive at the Fairhaven Village Green in a horse-drawn carriage!
- from 1-4pm on both the 28th and 29th, take in a horse-drawn carriage ride around the neighborhood (donations benefit the Old Fairhaven Association).

The annual Holiday Tour D'Artruns from 5 to 9pm both Friday and Saturday, featuring visiting artists and exhibits in many shops and galleries. Stop in at participating locations indicated by candles out front for artistic camaradarie, a hot beverage, and a head start on unique holiday gift shopping.
For more detailed information, contact Tracie Barrick at the bunch, at 1005 Harris Avenue, or by phoning 671-5769.
Sunday, November 30 || 7:30-8:45pm || $5, or free for members
at Fairhaven Fitness: Ping Pong Sundays
Fairhaven Fitness at the Bellingham Tennis Club (800 McKenzie Ave., in Fairhaven) is hosting Ping Pong Sundays the last Sunday of each month through May 2009!
Play for fun, no matter your skill level. Only 4 tables available, so try to pre-register by the Friday before. Minors must be accompanied by parents.

For more information & to register, contact Fairhaven Fitness at 733-5050 or visit their website.

December 2008

Monday, December 1 || 6-7pm || $10 each class (or $100 if you take all 12 offered classes)
12 Days of Craft at The Paperdoll
12 DAYS OF CRAFT is 12 1-hour classes offered at The Paperdoll, with local crafters sharing their skills so you can create wonderful little gifts for the holidays. Sample classes include mini felted sweater cupcake ornaments, rubber stamp cards, doily bowls and glass magnets. No experience or pre-crafting knowledge necessary to participate. All materials (using recycled or sustainable products) are included, as well as refreshments.

Classes are 1 hour each, from 6-7pm, November 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25 and December 1, 2, 3, 4 5.
For more information regarding classes and instructors visit www.thepaperdollboutique.blogspot.com.
The Paperdoll is at 1200 10th Street, Suite 103 in Fairhaven. 360-738-3655, info@thepaperdoll.net
Tuesday, December 2 || 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, December 2 || 6-7pm || $10 each class (or $100 if you take all 12 offered classes)
12 Days of Craft at The Paperdoll
12 DAYS OF CRAFT is 12 1-hour classes offered at The Paperdoll, with local crafters sharing their skills so you can create wonderful little gifts for the holidays. Sample classes include mini felted sweater cupcake ornaments, rubber stamp cards, doily bowls and glass magnets. No experience or pre-crafting knowledge necessary to participate. All materials (using recycled or sustainable products) are included, as well as refreshments.

Classes are 1 hour each, from 6-7pm, November 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25 and December 1, 2, 3, 4 5.
For more information regarding classes and instructors visit www.thepaperdollboutique.blogspot.com.
The Paperdoll is at 1200 10th Street, Suite 103 in Fairhaven. 360-738-3655, info@thepaperdoll.net
Wednesday, December 3 || 6pm Wednesdays || free
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers 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.

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.
Wednesday, December 3 || 6-7pm || $10 each class (or $100 if you take all 12 offered classes)
12 Days of Craft at The Paperdoll
12 DAYS OF CRAFT is 12 1-hour classes offered at The Paperdoll, with local crafters sharing their skills so you can create wonderful little gifts for the holidays. Sample classes include mini felted sweater cupcake ornaments, rubber stamp cards, doily bowls and glass magnets. No experience or pre-crafting knowledge necessary to participate. All materials (using recycled or sustainable products) are included, as well as refreshments.

Classes are 1 hour each, from 6-7pm, November 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25 and December 1, 2, 3, 4 5.
For more information regarding classes and instructors visit www.thepaperdollboutique.blogspot.com.
The Paperdoll is at 1200 10th Street, Suite 103 in Fairhaven. 360-738-3655, info@thepaperdoll.net
Thursday, December 4 || 6pm Thursdays || free
Fairhaven Runners & Walkers Evening Hill Run
One of Fairhaven Runners & Walkers' free weekly drop-in runs, the Evening Hill Run is at a 7-9 minute-mile pace for 4-6 miles, and good for experienced runners. 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, December 4 || 6-7pm || $10 each class (or $100 if you take all 12 offered classes)
12 Days of Craft at The Paperdoll
12 DAYS OF CRAFT is 12 1-hour classes offered at The Paperdoll, with local crafters sharing their skills so you can create wonderful little gifts for the holidays. Sample classes include mini felted sweater cupcake ornaments, rubber stamp cards, doily bowls and glass magnets. No experience or pre-crafting knowledge necessary to participate. All materials (using recycled or sustainable products) are included, as well as refreshments.

Classes are 1 hour each, from 6-7pm, November 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25 and December 1, 2, 3, 4 5.
For more information regarding classes and instructors visit www.thepaperdollboutique.blogspot.com.
The Paperdoll is at 1200 10th Street, Suite 103 in Fairhaven. 360-738-3655, info@thepaperdoll.net
Thursday, December 4 || 8pm-midnight || free | ALL AGES
Jazz Night at Skylark’s: Jeff Reiser & Mark Woodworth
Enjoy an incredible jazz guitar duo at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-2642.
Friday, December 5 || 6-7pm || $10 each class (or $100 if you take all 12 offered classes)
12 Days of Craft at The Paperdoll
12 DAYS OF CRAFT is 12 1-hour classes offered at The Paperdoll, with local crafters sharing their skills so you can create wonderful little gifts for the holidays. Sample classes include mini felted sweater cupcake ornaments, rubber stamp cards, doily bowls and glass magnets. No experience or pre-crafting knowledge necessary to participate. All materials (using recycled or sustainable products) are included, as well as refreshments.

Classes are 1 hour each, from 6-7pm, November 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25 and December 1, 2, 3, 4 5.
For more information regarding classes and instructors visit www.thepaperdollboutique.blogspot.com.
The Paperdoll is at 1200 10th Street, Suite 103 in Fairhaven. 360-738-3655, info@thepaperdoll.net
Friday, December 5 || noon - 8pm (also 11am-6pm Dec. 6 & 11am-5pm Dec. 7) || free
Holiday Port Festival & Gingerbread House Contest/Exhibit
The annual Holiday Port Festival at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Fairhaven (at 355 Harris Avenue) continues the Fairhaven holiday season with performances by local choirs, bands and dance groups. The festival offers many free activities for families, including horse drawn wagon rides, children's art activities, complimentary gingerbread cookies and cider, and much more! Santa Claus will be on hand to discuss this year's wish lists, and a photographer is available for pictures with Santa. Plan to come to Fairhaven for breakfast, lunch or dinner, some holiday shopping, and a stop at the Holiday Port!

Also part of the festival is the annual Gingerbread House Contest! Creative cooks of all ages may enter their gingerbread structures for free, and contestants compete in one of 10 categories. Contest entries are open for public viewing all three days of the festival, and many participants chose to donate their gingerbread structures to a silent auction that benefits the Mount Baker Chapter of the American Red Cross.

For more information, visit the Port of Bellingham.
Friday, December 5 || 7:30pm workshop; 8-11pm dancing || $5-$8
Contra Dance gathering at Fairhaven Library
Sponsored by Bellingham Country Dance Society, enjoy some Contra dancing at the Fairhaven Library. No partner or experience necessary, but wear soft-sole shoes to to protect the floors at the library and refrain from wearing fragrances.

A workshop begins at 7:30, dancing goes from 8 to 11pm--with Out of the Wood, from Spokane, playing-- join the fun, bring an instrument or call some dances.

Fairhaven Library is at 1117 12th Street. Information at (360) 676-1554 or Bellingham Country Dance or dance@januscom.com
Friday, December 5 || 8pm-midnight || free | ALL AGES
Acoustic Casual Jazz Night at Skylark’s: Sarah Jane
Enjoy a casual jazz combo, with vocals, at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-3642.
Saturday, December 6 || 10am || GBRC members are free; non-members, $8; highschool & under, $3
Fairhaven Frosty 5k & 10k
Just south of Fairhaven proper, at Fairhaven Park on Chuckanut Drive, is the start and finish of the annual Fairhaven Frosty, hosted by the Greater Bellingham Running Club!

The race starts in the park and immediately exits on Chuckanut Drive heading left (south). The largest hill, about 100 feet, occurs in the first 1/2 mile. The course continues on Chuckanut Drive, going back downhill then turns left on Old Samish Hwy for a short time before turning left onto the Interurban Trail and back to the park. One loop is the 5k; 2 loops is the 10k. Both really nice runs-- and frosty, if you're lucky!
Registration is from 9- 9:45am. A free Kids 1/4 mile kids race starts at 9:45.
Saturday, December 6 || 12-4pm Saturdays in December || $10
Share a Grin with the Grinch
Get a picture taken of the family, the kids, even the dog or cat with "The Grinch" and his beautiful sleigh in the basement of the Waldron Builing (next to Aisling Eyewear and the new Covet Boutique)! Local photographer Tim Chandonnet will be there Dec. 6, 13, & 20 from 12-4pm to capture the moment. The photo sitting and a CD to take with you for your personal printing are $10. For more information, call the Bunch at 671-5769. in the basement of the Waldron Building.
Saturday, December 6 || 11am-6pm (also noon-8pm Dec. 5 & 11am-5pm Dec. 7) || free
Holiday Port Festival & Gingerbread House Contest/Exhibit
The annual Holiday Port Festival at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Fairhaven (at 355 Harris Avenue) continues the Fairhaven holiday season with performances by local choirs, bands and dance groups. The festival offers many free activities for families, including horse drawn wagon rides, children's art activities, complimentary gingerbread cookies and cider, and much more! Santa Claus will be on hand to discuss this year's wish lists, and a photographer is available for pictures with Santa. Plan to come to Fairhaven for breakfast, lunch or dinner, some holiday shopping, and a stop at the Holiday Port!

Also part of the festival is the annual Gingerbread House Contest! Creative cooks of all ages may enter their gingerbread structures for free, and contestants compete in one of 10 categories. Contest entries are open for public viewing all three days of the festival, and many participants chose to donate their gingerbread structures to a silent auction that benefits the Mount Baker Chapter of the American Red Cross.

For more information, visit the Port of Bellingham.
Saturday, December 6 || 8pm-midnight || free | ALL AGES
Acoustic Casual Jazz Night at Skylark’s: The Otters
Enjoy jazz guitar, bass, trumpet and vocals at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven (1308 Eleventh St.). For info, call 715-2642
Sunday, December 7 || 11am-5pm (also Dec. 5 & 6) || free
Holiday Port Festival & Gingerbread House Contest/Exhibit
The annual Holiday Port Festival at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Fairhaven (at 355 Harris Avenue) continues the Fairhaven holiday season with performances by local choirs, bands and dance groups. The festival offers many free activities for families, including horse drawn wagon rides, children's art activities, complimentary gingerbread cookies and cider, and much more! Santa Claus will be on hand to discuss this year's wish lists, and a photographer is available for pictures with Santa. Plan to come to Fairhaven for breakfast, lunch or dinner, some holiday shopping, and a stop at the Holiday Port!

Also part of the festival is the annual Gingerbread House Contest! Creative cooks of all ages may enter their gingerbread structures for free, and contestants compete in one of 10 categories. Contest entries are open for public viewing all three days of the festival, and many participants chose to donate their gingerbread structures to a silent auction that benefits the Mount Baker Chapter of the American Red Cross.

For more information, visit the Port of Bellingham.
Sunday, December 7 || daily through late November through December || free, daily
Village Books Readings Gallery: REFLECTIONS
Visit Village Books' Readings Gallery for their exhibit: Reflections. Winter season and the end of the year offer a time for reflection, for giving and thanksgiving, for contemplation of peace-making, prayers, and for resolution. One tradition to that has evolved around resolutions is to write them down, as a reminder of intent, on paper flags and post them for the wind to read. Village Books has created a string of paper flags in the Readings Gallery and invites everyone to join in writing personal messages to add to the flags (blank paper flags provided).

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.
Sunday, December 7 || 7-10 pm || free | ALL AGES
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
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