Events // Fairhaven in the Pacific Northwest

DUE TO THE AUTHOR'S ILLNESS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. When her 7-year-old daughter was swept out to sea by a rogue wave in 1976, Carol Kearns thought she would lose her sanity. Trying to be strong for her 9-year-old son, she met with the late Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, who taught Kearns "grief therapy" and encouraged her to become a psychologist. In her memoir, Sugar Cookies and a Nightmare, Kearns recalls her 24 years as a grief specialist, corrects a misguided radio host she calls "Dr. Expert," and reveals her own battle with post-traumatic stress disorder after her son, a naval flight surgeon, was deployed to Iraq. Hear her at Village Books tonight.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For info on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, check out VillageBooks.com, or visit Village Books at 1200 11th St.

This monthly group, led by Mary Dumas, explores how to create a more civil and engaged community; anyone interested in exploring their role as an engaged citizen is welcome. Pick up a take-out or brown bag lunch from a nearby cafe, or bring something from home, and discuss The Magic of Dialogue by Daniel Yankelovich. The book outlines specific strategies for maneuvering in a wide range of situations and teaches managers, leaders, business people, and other professionals how to succeed in the new global economy, where more players participate in decision-making than ever before.

For information on a variety of book-related events and gatherings--for kids and adults--including storytimes, other book discussions, and live author visits--visit Village Books, or stop in at the store at 1200 11th Street.

Steven Hill is Director of the Political Reform Program for the New America Foundation and author of 10 Steps to Repair American Democracy and other books on politics. Tonight he speaks at Village Books about his new book, Europe's Promise: Why the European Way Is The Best Hope in An Insecure Age. Hill explains how Europe's leadership manifests in five major areas: economic strength (Europe is now the world's wealthiest trading bloc, nearly as large as the U.S. and China combined); the best health care and other workfare supports; widespread use of renewable energy technologies and conservation; the world's most advanced democracies; and regional networks of trade, foreign aid, and investment that link one-third of the world to the European Union. Hill's articles have appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, Salon.com, The Nation, International Herald Tribune, The Guardian, Prospect, and many other publications and websites.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For info on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, check out VillageBooks.com, or visit Village Books at 1200 11th St.

Be part of a St. Patrick's Day party in Fairhaven and enjoy some traditional Irish pub music by BASDA at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor. Also offered is an authentic slow cooked corned beef and cabbage meal and Guinness on draft. For info, call 715-3642 or visit the restaurant at 1308 Eleventh St.

Do you have a business, but you're not sure how to tell your story to a larger audience? Want to update your media contacts? Take the mystery out of how to get your information in the news at this basic media relations seminar presented by PR professional Annette Bagely. Learn about who's who in the media; what is news; how to write a news release; where to send it to; and deadlines and follow-up. For more info: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/asp/home.asp?studioid=5480
The event will be held in Village Books' Reading Gallery.

Enjoy the stringed music of the Southside elmentary schools at a special performance. Young musicians Carl Cozier, Happy Valley, Larrabee, and Wade King will be peforming at the

Sehome High School cafeteria.

Rosina Lippi, the pen name of Sara Donati, completes her bestselling Wilderness series with The Endless Forest. Critics have praised the series as "powerful...gorgeous, vividly described" (People Magazine) and "as good as it gets...Donati writes eloquently about frontier life" (Tampa Tribune). With The Endless Forest, she delivers the final installment in this historical saga set in the American frontier and featuring the Bonner family.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For info on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, check out VillageBooks.com, or visit Village Books at 1200 11th St.

The Bellingham Public Library presents members of the Bellingham Storyteller's Guild as they weave family stories for ages 6 & up (including adults!).

Info: Contact the Fairhaven Branch Library at 360-778-7188. Meet in the Fireplace room of the Fairhaven Library.

Now in its 19th year, Dance Gallery's Spring Concert features the works of local, regional and national choreographers coming together to perform (see "More Info" for a list of artists). Winner of a 1999 Mayor's Arts Award, Dance Gallery is a collaborative non-profit company that has performed since 1991 throughout western Washington. With about 25 members from Whatcom and Skagit counties, the group provides opportunities to choreograph, perform and teach modern dance and is open to all levels and ages.
The event includes a silent auction to raise funds for the non-profit arts group.
Performances are: March 12-13, 7:30pm; March 19-20, 7:30pm; and March 21, 5pm.
Info: 360-676- 4113, or Dance Gallery. The Firehouse Performing Arts Center is at 1314 Harris Avenue . More Info...

Enjoy a classic jazz trio at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven. For info, call 715-2642, or visit the restaurant at 1308 11th St.

Enjoy this casual jazz trio (guitar, bass & Flute) at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven. For info, call 715-2642, or visit the restaurant at 1308 11th St.

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.

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.

ALL ABOARD for the 3rd annual Fairhaven Train Fest! Bring all your wooden train track, trains and accessories to the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, and with other train lovers create the largest wooden train track Bellingham has ever seen! All ages are welcome.

For more info and to register, call 714-8552, or visit FairhavenToyGarden.com. The Firehouse Performing Arts Center is at 14th St. & Harris Ave. More Info...

Good Earth Pottery in historic Fairhaven (360-671-3998) represents more than 50 local artists, and monthly features one artist or special show.

Whatcom County high school art students were recently invited to submit selected clay work. Throughout March, enjoy the selected creations of some of these budding ceramic artists. And today, help celebrate them at an artists' reception. Good Earth Pottery is at 1000 Harris Ave.

Now in its 19th year, Dance Gallery's Spring Concert features the works of local, regional and national choreographers coming together to perform (see "More Info" for a list of artists). Winner of a 1999 Mayor's Arts Award, Dance Gallery is a collaborative non-profit company that has performed since 1991 throughout western Washington. With about 25 members from Whatcom and Skagit counties, the group provides opportunities to choreograph, perform and teach modern dance and is open to all levels and ages.
The event includes a silent auction to raise funds for the non-profit arts group.
Performances are: March 12-13, 7:30pm; March 19-20, 7:30pm; and March 21, 5pm.
Info: 360-676- 4113, or Dance Gallery. The Firehouse Performing Arts Center is at 1314 Harris Avenue . More Info...

Kids (10 and up) and adults can stop by Fairhaven Toy Garden to make a needle felted animal. Today make a felted DOLPHIN.

Pre-registration and payment is requested at 714-8552 or at the store. For more info visit FairhavenToyGarden.com, or at the store on the corner of 11th St. & Mill Ave.

Now in its 19th year, Dance Gallery's Spring Concert features the works of local, regional and national choreographers coming together to perform (see "More Info" for a list of artists). Winner of a 1999 Mayor's Arts Award, Dance Gallery is a collaborative non-profit company that has performed since 1991 throughout western Washington. With about 25 members from Whatcom and Skagit counties, the group provides opportunities to choreograph, perform and teach modern dance and is open to all levels and ages.
The event includes a silent auction to raise funds for the non-profit arts group.
Performances are: March 12-13, 7:30pm; March 19-20, 7:30pm; and March 21, 5pm.
Info: 360-676- 4113, or Dance Gallery. The Firehouse Performing Arts Center is at 1314 Harris Avenue . More Info...

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.

Enjoy some traditional pub music at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven. For info, call 715-2642, or visit the restaurant at 1308 11th St.

At Village Books tonight, hear Jo Nesbo with The Devil's Star, in which Detective Harry Hole follows the trail of a serial killer on the sweltering summer streets of Oslo.

Jo Nesbo divides his time between singing lead vocals for Norwegian rock band Di Derre and writing. His first novel featuring Harry Hole won the Glass Key Award for Best Nordic Crime Novel-0-the most prestigious crime-writing award in Northern Europe. Two of his seven internationally acclaimed crime novels have been published in the U.S.: The Redbreast and Nemesis. Translated into thirty languages and awarded a wide range of awards, Nesbo is regarded as one of Europe's most important writers.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For info on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, check out VillageBooks.com, or visit Village Books at 1200 11th St.

Parents of Fairhaven-area 8th graders, eager to find out about the next step in their student's life--high school--can attend an informative meeting at the Sehome High School cafeteria.

The Bellingham Tennis Club & Fairhaven Fitness is hosting a talk on metabolism -- the process your body uses to convert food into energy. The higher your metabolism, the more calories you need (and burn) in a day. Cheri Soraparu, Certified Clinical Nutritionist, will explore nutrition and your metabolism. Scott Young, Club Assistant Manager and Certified in Metabolic Testing, will explain how to measure your resting and active metabolic rates, burn more fat when you exercise, and rev up your metabolism.

Call 360-733-5050 with questions and to reserve space. Or visit Bellingham Tennis Club online or at 800 McKenzie Avenue.

Visit Village Books' Readings Gallery for their exhibit:A Certain Slant of Light, with works by Mary Gregg Byrne. In celebration of National Poetry Month, Byrne shows her work incorporating watercolor, calligraphy, and some of her favorite poems.

This art show is just one of the many happenings at Village Books, including a variety of monthly book group meetings and author visits. For info on all Village Books and Literature Live events--for kids and adults--go to VillageBooks.com, or visit the store at 1200 11th St.

At Fairhaven Runners & Walkers, learn how to incorporate strength, cardio and flexibility exercises into a typical stroller outing. Also, hear about the benefits, barriers and issues regarding postpartum exercise. This introductory clinic is for parents only, so no need to bring your stroller or little one to the forum.

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..

Enjoy some jazz guitar with vocals at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven. For info, call 715-2642 or visit the restaurant at 1308 Eleventh St.

Brenthaven--a longtime business in Historic Fairhaven-- celebrates the grand opening of its new retail store in the district.
Friday March 26, visitors may enjoy a 20% discount on all Brenthaven laptop cases
Saturday March 27, the store highlights its collection of locally-made products, offering a 20% discount on any classic Brentley Softpack backpack (only available in the Fairhaven retail store). Originally designed by adventurer Brent Harris nearly 30 years ago--in Fairhaven--the Brentley line includes duffel bags, backpacks, fanny packs and other soft-sided travel goods products.

Business hours are Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm and Saturday 11am-5pm. For more information call 360-733-5608 x700, go to www.brenthaven.com, or visit the store at
909 Harris Ave.

At Village Books tonight, hear author Reinhard Stettler with Cottonwood and the River of Time: On Trees, Evolution, and Society. Stettler, professor emeritus of forestry at UW, looks at how scientists have unraveled the puzzles of the natural world. By offering lessons in how nature works, as well as how science can help us understand it, he illuminates connections between the physical, biological, and social worlds.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For info on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, check out VillageBooks.com, or visit Village Books at 1200 11th St.

Enjoy a classic trio, with jazz, blues and soul, at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven. For info, call 715-2642, or visit the restaurant at 1308 Eleventh St.

Kids (10 and up) and adults can stop by Fairhaven Toy Garden for a fun workshop. Today, create felted EGGS-- once you learn how to make these, you can make some more at home and use with your Easter decorations.

Pre-registration and payment is requested at 714-8552 or at the store. For more info visit FairhavenToyGarden.com, or the store on the corner of 11th St & Mill Ave.

Join members of the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement 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 walk west along Fairhaven Parkway, following the signs. Tools, gloves and refreshments will be provide, but do dress accordingly!

More info is available by phoning (360) 715-0283. At Happy Valley Park.

At Village Books tonight, hear author Caroline Fraser with Rewilding the World: Dispatches from the Conservation Revolution. Unfolding across six continents--from Puget Sound to Africa's Peace Parks to the forests of Nepal--Fraser's report from the front lines is a comprehensive account of the rewilding revolution. Born in Seattle, Caroline Fraser holds a Ph.D. from Harvard. Formerly on the editorial staff of The New Yorker, she has written for The New Yorker, The Atlantic Monthly, Outside Magazine, Allure, and The Los Angeles Times Book Review, among other publications. She has received a PEN Award for Best Young Writer and numerous prizes for her poetry. She now lives in Santa Fe.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For info on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, check out VillageBooks.com, or visit Village Books at 1200 11th St.

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 Brad n' Steve: The Deluxe Edition from Bellingham.

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.

This monthly group, led by Jen from Village Books, explores feminism in a comfortable, empowering environment and is open to anyone that wants to explore feminism--men and women. Today, discuss Passing by Nella Larsen . First published in 1929, this story is about two girlhood friends who are reunited unexpectedly in Chicago to find that they have made opposite choices--one has cut all ties to her past to marry a white man who has no idea of her background, while the other has chosen to stay in an African American community, though still living with lies of a different kind. Larsen shows the limits placed on those who are "too black" and "too feminine" to be recognized by any of the powerful in the 1920s.

Authors do not attend VB Reads meeting. For information on a variety of book-related events and gatherings--for kids and adults--including storytimes, other book discussions, and live author visits--visit Village Books, or stop in at the store at 1200 11th Street.

Four Starrs Boutique invites you to their 4th anniversary celebration, with giveaways, discounts, and a Spring Preview. For info, call 360-64-Style (647-8953).
4 Starrs Boutique is at
960 Harris Ave., #101.

Enjoy some traditional pub music at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven. For info, call 715-2642, or visit the restaurant at 1308 11th St.

Enjoy a trio of young jazz musicians at Skylark's Hidden Cafe & Wine Parlor in Fairhaven. For info, call 715-2642 or visit the restaurant at 1308 11th Street.

Good Earth Pottery in Historic Fairhaven (360-671-3998) represents more than 50 local artists, and monthly features one artist or special show.

Whatcom County high school art students were recently invited to submit selected clay work. Throughout March, enjoy the selected creations of some of these budding ceramic artists. Good Earth Pottery is at 1000 Harris Ave.

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--published or unpublished. Sign up at the store's main counter.

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, visit Village Books, or stop in the store at 1200 11th Street.

Girls on the Run spring session starts March 30th after school at Southside elementary schools. This program, which goes through June 12, combines lessons on building self-confidence and making healthy choices with physical games and running activities. The focus is on self-improvement, rather than competition.

The $120 fee covers the 20 meetings, healthy snacks, a Girls on the Run T-shirt, a water bottle, and registration for the culminating 5k event on June 12th. Financial assistance is available. Contact the the program coordinator, Jen Gallant, at 733-8630 or jgallant@whatcomymca.org for more information. The sessions are held at various Whatcom County and Southside elementary schools.

At Village Books tonight, hear historian Martin Burwash with Vis Major: Railroad Men, An Act of God--White Death at Wellington. At 1:43 a.m., March 1, 1910, a wall of snow descended on two Great Northern Railway trains stalled in the town of Wellington, Washington, along Stevens Pass. Ninety-six people died in a single moment. To this day, the Wellington Slide remains North America's worst avalanche disaster. Although other accounts of this monumental event exist, none are told entirely from the perspective of the railroad men who battled the week-long blizzard leading up to the tragedy. Martin Burwash gives voice to those men. blending historical fact with railroad knowledge and delivering a fictional account of this incredible, but often overlooked true event.

This author event is just one of the many offered through Village Books' Literature Live program. For info on all Literature Live events--for kids and adults--and other book-related events, check out VillageBooks.com, or visit Village Books at 1200 11th St.

All month, Good Earth Pottery features the intricate geometric designs of Irene Lawson. Fifteen years of decorating eggs in the Ukrainian style has transitioned into mesmerizing and functional ceramics.
Good Earth Pottery in historic Fairhaven (360-671-3998) since 1969, represents more than 50 local artists, and monthly features one artist or special show. Hours are Sundays, noon-5pm; Mondays & Wednesday-Saturday, 11am-6pm; closed Tuesdays. Visit Good Earth Pottery at the corner of Harris &10th St.

This month at Artwood Gallery (on Harris Avenue in Fairhaven for over 20 years), marvel at the pine needle baskets by Louella Castelda.
The artist will be in the gallery working on Saturday the 10th and the 24th from 1-4 both days.

More info: 647-1628, Artwood Gallery , or stop in the gallery at 1000 Harris Ave.

Kids ages 6 and up maygo to the Fairhaven Branch of the Bellingham Public Library for a 30-minute session to practice reading--in this case to a non-judgemental canine (yes, a dog!) listener from a Whatcom Humane Society volunteer family.

Pre-registration required. Please call the BPL Fairhaven Branch at 360-778-7188 to register. The event is in the Auditorium of the Fairhaven Library.

Village Books celebrates CHILDREN'S BOOK WEEK with special events May 10-16 for all ages! But the fun begins sooner, with the Poster Contest.
There's no special form to use, simply draw a poster following the theme "Reading makes me..." and adding any word or phrase to complete that sentence. Then illustrate that idea. See all the details rules under "more info."

Questions? Contact Children's Book Buyer, Sarah Hutton at (360) 671-2626, or sarah@villagebooks.com.
For more information on all events at Village Books, click on the VB link on Fairhaven.com's home page, or visit Village Books' website. Village Books is at 1200 11th St. More Info...

This month at Artwood Gallery (on Harris Avenue in Fairhaven for over 20 years), marvel at the pine needle baskets by Louella Castelda.
The artist will be in the gallery working today from 1-4pm!

More info: 647-1628, Artwood Gallery , or stop in the gallery at 1000 Harris Ave.

Kids ages 6 and up maygo to the Fairhaven Branch of the Bellingham Public Library for a 30-minute session to practice reading--in this case to a non-judgemental canine (yes, a dog!) listener from a Whatcom Humane Society volunteer family.

Pre-registration required. Please call the BPL Fairhaven Branch at 360-778-7188 to register. The event is in the Auditorium of the Fairhaven Library.

Attend the 2nd annual Evening of the Arts and Family Spring Social with vocal and instrumental performances, a static display of media, print and visual arts. Delicious desserts and coffee will be served. Fairhaven Middle School's PTSA general meeting and elections will kick off the evening, all at the Fairhaven Middle School Commons.

The Bellingham Public Library presents members of the Bellingham Storyteller's Guild as they weave family stories for ages 6 & up (including adults!).

Info: Contact the Fairhaven Branch Library at 360-778-7188. Meet in the Fireplace room of the Fairhaven Library.

Larrabee Elementary hosts its annual spring fundraiser-- a silent auction, bingo night, and dessert gala. Find out more at the Larrabee's website. Larrabee Elementary is at 18th & McKenzie Ave.

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