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X-WR-CALNAME:Bellingham · education · Wednesday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mega Junior Improv DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260902 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017 DTSTAMP:20260815T060240Z UID:479@baay.org CATEGORIES:comedy,education DESCRIPTION:Description: Explore improvisational comedy through a series o f fast-paced games. Students will develop a toolkit to collaborate as a gr oup and create hilarious theatre on the spot! Through improv\, we’ll lea rn skills like communication\, problem-solving\, and emotional intelligenc e.\n\nGrades: 6-8\n\nWeekly classes: Wednesdays from 4:30-6:00 PM\nStart d ate: September 2\nEnd date: October 14\nShowcase: October 16 at 7:00 PM\n\ n\n[button link="https://baay.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=1650" type=" big" color="red" newwindow="yes"] Register Here[/button]\n\nInstructor: Da niel Repp\n\nTuition: $220\n\n\nQuestions? Email info@baay.org to reach o ur office. Tuition assistance available – see our financial aid page he re.\n\nClick here to sign up for our email newsletter and receive future u pdates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T060240Z URL:https://baay.org/courses/mega-improv-fall-2026/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=bellingham-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth X-SOURCE-URL:https://baay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kinder Theatre Explorations - WAITLIST DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTSTAMP:20260828T182219Z UID:473@baay.org CATEGORIES:education,family,theater DESCRIPTION:Description: Dive into the never ending possibilities of the i magination! This process-based form of theatre gives children a wonderful opportunity to work together using their imagination\, physical expression \, and communication skills.\n\nGrade: K\nThis class focuses on skills dev elopment and does not culminate in a public performance.\nWeekly classes: Thursdays from 4:30-5:30 PM\nStart date: September 3\nEnd date: October 15 \n\n\n[button link="https://baay.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=1575" typ e="big" color="red" newwindow="yes"] Waitlist Sign Up[/button]\n\nInstruct or: Sarah Schermer\n\nTuition: $120\n\n\nQuestions? Email info@baay.org t o reach our office. Tuition assistance available – see our financial ai d page here.\n\nClick here to sign up for our email newsletter and receive future updates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T182219Z URL:https://baay.org/courses/kinder-fall-2026/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm _medium=ics&utm_campaign=bellingham-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth X-SOURCE-URL:https://baay.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:MAD HOPE Train the Trainer Series DTSTART:20260922T170000Z DTEND:20260929T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060140Z UID:6619@sustainableconnections.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:We're looking for trainers to join us for the 2026-27 school y ear!\n\nWe're looking for trainers to join us for the 2026-27 school year! If you care about Whatcom youth\, have availability during the school day \, and are looking for a way to help your community\, this may be for you! \n\nOur free\, in-person Train the Trainer series starts September 22nd. T he deadline to register is September 20th.\n\nTo register\, visit https:// tinyurl.com/3mwz44mf. For questions\, please contact Program Manager Sav H ummelschell at managermadhope@wfcn.org.\n\nEvent Date: September 22nd\, 24 th\, 25th\, 29th\nEvent Time: 10:00am-2:00pm\nEvent Location: Whatcom Coun ty\, Washington LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060140Z URL:https://sustainableconnections.org/events/mad-hope-train-the-trainer-s eries/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=bellingham-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Connections X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainableconnections.org/anacortes-farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Studio Painting Class DTSTART:20260923T180000Z DTEND:20260924T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T000843Z UID:448@whatcomartcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Open Studio Painting has found a wonderful new home at the Wha tcom Art Center in Fairhaven\, where this beloved program continues to sup port artists seeking growth\, inspiration\, and community.\n\nAs we begin this new chapter\, we've made a few thoughtful changes to the format. Each session has been expanded from five to six hours\, allowing for deeper im mersion\, more individualized instruction\, and extended painting time. Wh ile tuition has increased to $87 per session\, we will meet one less day e ach month\, creating a schedule that remains manageable while providing a richer and more focused studio experience.\n\nDesigned for painters of all skill levels\, this guided studio intensive offers a nurturing environmen t for regular practice\, meaningful feedback\, and artistic development. L ed by artist and instructor Trish Harding\, each six-hour session combines individualized easel-to-easel instruction with essential art principles\, medium-specific guidance\, and practical insights into building a life as an artist.\n\nEach class begins with a supportive critique of current wor k\, followed by optional demonstrations\, discussions\, or presentations f eaturing influential artists to inspire fresh ideas and creative explorati on.\n\nWhat You'll Learn:\n\n How to better understand and harness the un ique qualities of your chosen medium\n Core artistic principles that stre ngthen technique and visual impact\n How to speak about your work with cl arity and confidence\n Professional approaches to presenting your artwork and developing your art business\n Expect authentic feedback\, practical encouragement\, and a welcoming community that honors every artist's uniq ue voice.\n\nWe conclude each session with our heartfelt "From the Heart" Critique\, offering thoughtful suggestions\, celebration of progress\, and supportive next steps.\n\nInstructor: Trish Harding\n\nCost: $87\n\nClass size: 10\n\nAge groups: Adults\n\nMediums: Oil\, acrylic\, watercolor\, s oft pastels\, charcoal\n\nExperience level: No experience required\n\nMate rials to bring: Easel\, painting supplies\, reference photos and sketches\ , and bag lunch\n\nRegistration and payment: Please visit Trish Harding we bsite to book your spot.\n\nInstructor email: trish.c.harding@gmail.com\n\ nInstructor bio\n\nTrish was born in Washington State and grew up on Lummi Island\, literally feet from the water’s edge with a magnificent view o f Mt Baker at the same time. She has always felt a part of the Salish Sea. Her formal art training includes Western Washington University and the Ac ademy of Art University San Francisco. \n\nTrish is owner of Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO in Bellingham WA which has proven to be the h ot spot in the region for leading edge art and art education. Trish not on ly teaches painting at Studio UFO she also has been teaching at Whatcom Co mmunity College and Portland’s Creative Arts Community at Menucha\, both for 25 years\, and countless workshops around the Pacific Northwest\, inc luding museums and art centers. She is an art trip leader to such places a s Paris\, San Miguel De Allende\, Mexico City\, Yellowstone\, Ghost Ranch\ , Palm Springs & Victoria Canada. She has facilitated the Annual Downtown Bellingham Plein Air Paint Out and Exhibition (PAPO) event for 16 years fo r which she received The Bellingham Mayor’s Arts Award. In 2017 Trish wa s selected as the Skagit Valley Internation Tulip Festival Poster Artist. Her image received the Gold Pinnacle Award from the International Festival s & Events Association for Best Commemorative Poster that year. Serving as an art commissioner for the City of Bellingham Mayor's Office provided he r with a unique opportunity to foster and contribute to the creativity wit hin Bellingham's vibrant art community. As a past president of the NW Past el Society Trish established digital entries and newsletters effectively u pdating the society to the digital age. Her work is in permanent collectio ns throughout the region and is the recipient of many awards. Her most rec ent accomplishment is being invited into the esteemed Women Painters of Wa shington Organization. In June of 2023 she and husband Tom moved back to h er childhood home\, Lummi Island\, to be able to paint closer to the edge of the Salish Sea than ever before. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T000843Z LOCATION:Whatcom Art Center\, 1105 11St\, Bellingham\, Washington\, 98225\ , United States URL:https://whatcomartcenter.org/events/open-studio-painting-class-3/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=bellingham-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:Bellingham Illuminations X-SOURCE-URL:https://whatcomartcenter.org/events/bellingham-illuminations- art-in-a-new-light-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Whatcom Rowing Association Fall Season - High School Rowing DTSTART:20260923T230000Z DTEND:20260924T011500Z DTSTAMP:20260908T060457Z UID:10000679-1790179200-1790187300@www.adventuresnw.com CATEGORIES:education,family,sports DESCRIPTION:High School Rowing (Grades 9–12) \nWhether you’re new to t he sport or an experienced athlete\, WRA’s high school program offers ex pert coaching by a former Olympian\, challenging workouts\, and a supporti ve team environment. \nBuild strength\, endurance\, confidence\, and lifel ong friendships while competing and improving on the water. \nJoin one of the fastest-growing high school sports and discover why rowing is the ult imate team sport! \nScholarships and financial assistance are available! LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T060457Z LOCATION:Bloedel Donovan Park\, 2202 Electric Ave.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 982 29\, United States URL:https://www.adventuresnw.com/event/whatcom-rowing-association-fall-sea son-high-school-rowing/2026-09-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics& utm_campaign=bellingham-wa X-SOURCE-NAME:AdventuresNW X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.adventuresnw.com/events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR