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Out of the House

• Preschool Storytime
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Storytime and a craft for children ages 2 ½ to 4 years at Bellingham Library Branches.

• Get Creative at the Library
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Bellingham Public Library and Whatcom County Libraries invite school age to get creative!

• ARTIFACTual: The Object in View
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Explores different types of artifacts from the Whatcom Museum’s collection.

• Bellingham Railway Museum
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Make a stop at this fun, interactive museum that will entertain the whole family.

• Thursday Movie Matinee
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Catch a free movie at Bellingham Library!

• Phyt Kids at BAC
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Kids ages 10-15 can learn health and fitness at the Bellingham Athletic Club.

• Concerts in the Park
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Hear great music this summer at various Bellingham parks.

• Bellingham Bay History Cruise
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Enjoy the 23nd summer of the Whatcom Museum's Bellingham Bay History Cruises at sunset.

• Bellingham Bells Baseball
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Looking for some affordable, family-friendly fun this summer? Take the kids out to a baseball game!

• Fourth Corner Folk Dancers
    Thursday, July 02, 2009

  Enjoy spirited music from the Eastern Europe for listening and dancing.

• Food, Fun, and Farming
    Friday, July 03, 2009

  Kids ages 4 to 7 can learn about the farm life on Lummi Island.

• American Museum of Radio and Electricity
    Friday, July 03, 2009

  An electrifying experience for all ages in downtown Bellingham.

• Egyptian Children's Art Exhibit
    Friday, July 03, 2009

  Visit the Blue Horse Gallery to see works of art by children.

• Downtown Art Walk
    Friday, July 03, 2009

  Enjoy the arts with the Downtown Art Walk at the Whatcom Museum and other venues.

• Bellingham Festival of Music
    Friday, July 03, 2009

  Enjoy a series of orchestral and chamber music this summer.

• Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
    Saturday, July 04, 2009

  Head up to Blaine for a two-day celebration with a parade, car show, music, fireworks and more.

• Bellingham Farmers Market
    Saturday, July 04, 2009

  Two chances to buy produce and crafts from Whatcom County vendors this summer!

• Barnes & Noble Story Time
    Saturday, July 04, 2009

  Come hear the children's stories every Saturday at this book store on Meridian.

• Haggen Family 4th of July Fireworks
    Saturday, July 04, 2009

  Watch fireworks over Bellingham Bay to celebrate Independence Day.

• Celebrate Your Independents BBQ
    Saturday, July 04, 2009

  Check out a family-friendly event with BBQ, music, and fireworks on the 4th of July!

• Harvesting the Light Exhibit
    Sunday, July 05, 2009

  A popular photo exhibit returns to the Skagit County Historical Museum.

• World of the Shipwright Exhibit
    Sunday, July 05, 2009

  Explore the golden years of shipbuilding with the Whatcom Museum.

• Mindport Exhibits
    Sunday, July 05, 2009

  Explore art and science at this unique, interactive museum in downtown Bellingham.

• Game Day Sunday
    Sunday, July 05, 2009

  Come to Fairhaven Toy Garden to play new games.

• Fiddlin' Fox Sunny Sundays
    Sunday, July 05, 2009

  Come to the Fairhaven Village Green for live music and a fun dance lesson.

• Bellingham Laughter Club
    Sunday, July 05, 2009

  Join certified laughter leaders for a free public laugh session at Elizabeth Park.

• Fircreek Day Camp
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Have a summer adventure on Lake Whatcom at Fircreek Day Camp!

• Western Kids Camp
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Summer fun and adventure for youth in grades K-6 at WWU.

• Peace Arch Park Sculpture Exhibition
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Take a trip to Washington and British Columbia’s premier outdoor art gallery.

• Whatcom Day Academy Summer Program
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Kids age 3 to 7th grade are invited to Summer Discovery Day Camp!

• Bellingham Preschool of the Arts Program
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  A variety of fun summer camp experiences for preschoolers this summer.

• Youth Sailing Classes
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Bellingham Yacht Club youth sailing program offers sailing lessons for kids and teens.

• MasterMinds Art and Science Camp
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Kids can create art and investigate science at a unique day camp this summer!

• Summer in the Garden
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Check out a summer camp for kids ages 2-8 at Gardenview Montessori.

• Farm Day Camp
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Kids can learn and play at a weeklong day camp at Common Threads Farm.

• Camp Bloedel
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Everything you could want in a summer camp experience for kids ages 6 to 10.

• Summer Programs for Youth at WWU
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Kids learn various art, science, and technology skills in a fun camp setting on Western's campus.

• Chinese Culture Summer Camp
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  This one-week camp introduces kids to Chinese culture and basic Chinese language.

• Art Camps for Ages 8 and Up
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Older artists can expand their creativity as they learn techniques for multiple art mediums.

• Art Camp for Ages 5 ½ to 8
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Young artists learn the basics of drawing and painting at BellinghamARt this summer.

• Young Rembrandts Drawing Camp
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Treat your young artist to fun drawing projects with guided instruction from Whatcom Community Education this summer.

• BAAY Summer Camps
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth offers great summer camps for young people.

• Missoula Children's Theatre Camp
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Kids can get creative at this week-long theater camp at Mount Baker Theatre.

• Adventures in Writing
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Teens can develop their writing talents at this WCC summer program.

• Introduction to Digital Manga
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Take a crash-course in digital manga and learn to create your own personalized artwork!

• A Pirate's Life for Me!
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Arrr! Live the life of a pirate this summer at Whatcom Community College.

• Lakewood Jr. Sailing Camp
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Young sailors and windsurfers master skills in a natural environment with WWU’s Lakewood Jr. Sailing Camp.

• Marine Life Center
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Interested in starfish and eelgrass? The Marine Life Center is open daily.

• Little Storytime
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Story time for children ages birth to 3 years at the Bellingham Library.

• WCLS Preschool Storytime
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Half-hour of stories and more for parents and preschoolers in Whatcom County.

• Summer Art Camps
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Works on Canvas is offering some great week long art programs throughout the summer.

• E.motion & Co. Summer Fun Classes
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Lynn Johntry teaches dance and performance classes for kids at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center.

• Summer Youth Theatre Institute
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  Kids can learn all the elements of theatrical production at WWU this summer.

• U & Me Dance Camps
    Monday, July 06, 2009

  U & Me Dance invites kids to learn and etiquette and confidence though social dance.

• Mini Art Camps at BellinghamART
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  Three-day camps for kids ages 4 and 5 to learn the ABCs of drawing and painting.

• Tots Soccer
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  Kids ages 3 to 6 years receive basic soccer instruction at the Bellingham Sportsplex.

• Blaine Toddler Storytime
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  Toddlers can enjoy stories and songs at the Blaine Library.

• On a Grand Scale
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  Enjoy the chance to see large-scale pieces from the Whatcom Museum collection.

• Tuesday Brown Bag Program
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  The Whatcom Museum offers this free weekly program of culture, history, and music.

• Baby Connections
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  A free drop-in class for new parents and infants.

• Aikido Kids
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  Kulshan Aikikai Aikido offers traditional Japanese martial arts lessons.

• BTC Parent & Infant Classes
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  Explore the exciting first year of your child's life with Bellingham Technical College.

• Jr. Chess Club
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  A new chess club, Knights on the Rim, meets monthly at the Blaine Public Library.

• Smallborne Range Family Night
    Tuesday, July 07, 2009

  Get a special family discount at the Plantation Rifle Range.

• Mini Explorers Classes
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Preschoolers can learn about the beaches of Padilla Bay.

• Bellingham Youth Triathlon
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Start training for this summer's annual triathlon for kids ages 6 to 13.

• Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Make some noise this summer at Whatcom County Libraries.

• BIGGER Storytime
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Children ages 4 to 8 are invited to the Bellingham Library for story time.

• Bead Bazaar Kids Classes
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Kids ages 8 and up are invited to get introductory lessons in jewelry making.

• Wednesday Afternoon Storytime
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Village Books offers a special summer story time during the Fairhaven Farmers Market.

• Library Events for Teens
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Kids ages 12-18 are welcome to come to local libraries for fun and games.

• Summer Sunset Sail
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Take a three hour tour of Bellingham Bay with Shawmanee Charters.

• Group Guitar Classes
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Mojo School of Music offers group lessons this summer.

• Butterflies Are Free at MBT
    Wednesday, July 08, 2009

  Check out a Tony Award-winning musical during Mount Baker Theatre's Summer Repertory Theatre.

• The Star-Spangled Girl at MBT
    Thursday, July 09, 2009

  Enjoy a featured production in Mount Baker Theatre's Summer Repertory Theatre.

• Junior Ecologists Classes
    Friday, July 10, 2009

  Kids will love learning about the beaches of Padilla Bay with these monthly classes.

• Mud Flat Safari at Padilla Bay
    Friday, July 10, 2009

  Parents and kids can explore this huge expanse of mud during low tide at Padilla Bay.

• Summer Drama Camp
    Friday, July 10, 2009

  The Neighborhood Playhouse offers its 8th year of Summer Drama Camp in Bellingham.

• Pass the Vegetables
    Saturday, July 11, 2009

  Come to Common Threads Farm to experiment with some child-friendly garden creations.

• Northwest Ballet Classes
    Saturday, July 11, 2009

  Children ages 3 and above are welcome to take a free trial lesson at Northwest Ballet.

• Launching Success Events
    Saturday, July 11, 2009

  Check out a number of family events at Launching Success Learning Store.

• Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema
    Saturday, July 11, 2009

  Hear great music and watch movies outside on the Fairhaven Village Green on Saturday evenings.

• College Quest at WWU
    Sunday, July 12, 2009

  Ambitious high school students can complete a college course while living on Western's campus.

• Summer Sunday History Series
    Sunday, July 12, 2009

  Learn some Bellingham history from Whatcom Museum employees and local historians.

• Family Yoga Workshop
    Sunday, July 12, 2009

  Explore yoga, breathing and fun movement as a family.

• Girls Go Green Camp
    Monday, July 13, 2009

  Girls ages 6-8 are invited to join in a week about taking care of the planet!

• Digital Photography & Editing Camp
    Monday, July 13, 2009

  Learn how to take digital photos like a pro at Whatcom Community College.

• Guitar Camp
    Monday, July 13, 2009

  Learn guitar skills this summer with Whatcom Community Education.

• Spanish for Kids
    Monday, July 13, 2009

  Enrich your child's summer learning in this dynamic beginning Spanish course.

• Animal Movies at the Library!
    Monday, July 13, 2009

  Escape the heat with films starring our favorite animal friends in Blaine.

• The 100 Best Easy Hikes in the State
    Monday, July 13, 2009

  Meet author Seabury Blair, Jr. at Village Books.

• The Fantastical World of Faeries
    Wednesday, July 15, 2009

  Hear amazing stories and accounts about these elusive beings at Whatcom Community College.

• LEGO Creations Show & Tell
    Wednesday, July 15, 2009

  Kids are invited to bring in their LEGO creations to Whatcom County Libraries.

• Library Pet Show
    Wednesday, July 15, 2009

  Bring your pet on a leash, in a cage, or in an aquarium to the Blaine Library.

• WWU Grandparents "U"
    Thursday, July 16, 2009

  Take a class taught by WWU faculty and create lifelong memories with a grandchild.

• The Junior Entrepreneur
    Thursday, July 16, 2009

  Explore options for kid-owned business this summer at Whatcom Community College.

• Family Wii at the Library
    Thursday, July 16, 2009

  Families can come play popular Wii games at Bellingham and Whatcom County Libraries.

• Seattle Children's Theatre Student Productions
    Thursday, July 16, 2009

  Seattle Children’s Theatre Drama School presents seven student plays this summer.

• Padilla Bay Beach Seines
    Friday, July 17, 2009

  Families are invited to Padilla Bay to learn about the fish of the North Puget Sound.

• Family Story Night
    Friday, July 17, 2009

  Enjoy an evening of stories with the Bellingham Storytellers Guild.

• Meet Author Trish Harding
    Sunday, July 19, 2009

  Come to Village Books to celebrate Trish and her joyful gift of a book, "Letters Alive."

• Camp Pizza
    Monday, July 20, 2009

  Start a conversation about healthy food at Common Threads Farm.

• High Power Soccer Camp
    Monday, July 20, 2009

  This is a summer sports camp designed for both the athlete and non-athlete.

• Hogwarts Satellite School
    Monday, July 20, 2009

  Kids can get jump start on their magical education with Whatcom Community Education.

• Create Digital Fantasy Characters
    Monday, July 20, 2009

  Learn to make a digital character at Whatcom Community Education this summer.

• Children’s Craft Fair
    Tuesday, July 21, 2009

  Kids can buy and sell crafts at the Ferndale and Lynden Library.

• Kids Get Cooking
    Tuesday, July 21, 2009

  Kids can join Cuisine by Claire to learn how to make a complete meal for their family.

• Fancy Nancy Party
    Tuesday, July 21, 2009

  Kids ages 3 and up can make lavish crafts at a fun library party.

• YMCA Letterboxing
    Tuesday, July 21, 2009

  Kids ages 5 and up are invited to a new program called Letterboxing.

• Jeepers Cheepers
    Wednesday, July 22, 2009

  Find out everything you ever wanted to know about birds!

• Get Gardening Series: Ray Rogers
    Wednesday, July 22, 2009

  Beginning gardeners can get tips from a pro at Village Books.

• Team Twilight
    Thursday, July 23, 2009

  Join us for a day of discussion, crafts, mythology, and fun with other Twilight fans!

• An Evening in the Garden Fundraiser
    Thursday, July 23, 2009

  Come to a Blue Skies for Children fundraiser at The Garden Spot Nursery.

• War Toys to Peace Art
    Saturday, July 25, 2009

  Help sculpt a peace dove to be displayed during the 2010 Olympics.

• Bellingham Roller Betties Bout
    Saturday, July 25, 2009

  Get ready for a wild Roller Derby season with the Bellingham Roller Betties!

• Art of Jazz Concert Series
    Sunday, July 26, 2009

  Come to the American Museum of Radio and Electricity each month performances by local jazz musicians.

• Girls on the Run & Girls on Track Summer Camps
    Monday, July 27, 2009

  Girls are invited to take part in a special program with Whatcom Family YMCA this summer.

• YMCA Little Kickers
    Monday, July 27, 2009

  Kids ages 3 to 8 can practice soccer skills with the YMCA this summer.

• Art Camps for Teens
    Monday, July 27, 2009

  These camps for teenagers allows artists to hone skills and develop a personal style.

• YMCA Little Sluggers
    Tuesday, July 28, 2009

  Kids ages 3 to 8 can practice baseball skills in a non-competitive environment this summer.

• 41th Annual Children's Craft Fair
    Tuesday, July 28, 2009

  Kids can sell homemade crafts and goodies at the Bellingham Central Library.

• Kids Yoga & Drumming
    Wednesday, July 29, 2009

  Combine the movement of yoga with the exploration of rhythmic beats at 3 OMS YOGA.

• Zines! Self-Publishing for Kids
    Thursday, July 30, 2009

  Kids ages 9 to 14 can try zine-making at Whatcom Community College.

• Hot Summer Chess Grand Prix
    Thursday, July 30, 2009

  Chess lovers of all abilities are invited to join in this tournament series.

• Anacortes Arts Festival
    Friday, July 31, 2009

  Celebrate the arts in Anacortes for the 48th Annual Anacortes Arts Festival.

• Mt. Baker Rhythm & Blues Festival
    Friday, July 31, 2009

  Visit the Deming Log Show Grounds to hear plenty of great R&B music.

• WWU Dance Academy for Youth
    Monday, August 03, 2009

  Kids ages 12-18 are invited to a three-week dance program at Western.

• Return to Hogwarts: Second Year Studies
    Monday, August 03, 2009

  Advanced wizards and witches can continue their magical education with Whatcom Community Education.

• National Night Out
    Tuesday, August 04, 2009

  Join your community for National Night Out against crime.

• Dog Day Afternoons
    Wednesday, August 05, 2009

  Let kids practice reading with furry friends at the Ferndale Library.

• Blue Skies Back-to-School Program
    Monday, August 10, 2009

  Donate to the BTS Program to help local kids in need prepare for school.

• Ballet at the YMCA
    Friday, August 14, 2009

  A Bellingham YMCA program for fun and creative movement, balancing, and dance techniques.

• Summer Camp: Intro to Montessori
    Tuesday, August 18, 2009

  Join The Sense of Wonder for a for a parent and child "summer camp" workshop.

• Yes, We CAN - Food Preserving
    Saturday, August 22, 2009

  Come to Common Threads Farm to learn about food preserving.

• Heritage Flight Museum
    Saturday, August 22, 2009

  Come see a collection of memorabilia and artifacts of flight!

• Prenatal Partner Yoga
    Saturday, August 29, 2009

  3 OMS YOGA offers a prenatal yoga class for expectant moms and partners.

• Summer Reading Challenge
    Monday, August 31, 2009

  Kids can keep brains active by reading books this summer!

• Whatcom Family Coop Preschool
    Tuesday, September 15, 2009

  Registration is open for the 2009-2010 school year at Whatcom Family Coop Preschool.