Thanksgiving Basket Registration: Ready-to-cook Thanksgiving dinners will be provided free of charge to residents of Blaine, Birch Bay, Custer, and Point Roberts who have limited financial resources. For more info and to register, visit blainecap.org or call 360/393-9483 by November 10. Sponsored by the Community Assistance Program.
Community Toy Store: Donations accepted through December 1. Registration deadline: November 26. The Community Toy store provides families with limited financial resources to purchase gifts for their children at drastically reduced prices. Donations of online wish lists, new, quality toys, gift cards for teens and monetary donations appreciated. Info: blainecap.org. Sponsored the Blaine Community Assistance Program.
Great Washington Shakeout: Thursday, October 19, 10:19 a.m. The public is invited to drop, cover and hold on wherever you are – whether it’s at work, home or school. At about the same time, more than 120 Washington tsunami sirens along the inner and outer coast will be tested using the real wailing sound of a tsunami warning, not the Westminster chimes that are typically used during the monthly tests. NOAA Weather Radios will also sound an alarm. Please do not call 911.
Birch Bay Chamber Luncheon: Thursday, October 19, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Birch Bay State Park bp Heron Center. Speakers: Whatcom County Sheriff Bill Elfo and Blaine School District superintendent Dr. Christopher Granger. RSVP: birchbaychamber.com.
Fraud and Scam Workshop: Thursday, October 19, 5–6 p.m., Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Learn to protect yourself and be aware of today’s scams. Info: 360/332-8040.
BHS Drama Performance of The Crucible: Thursday–Saturday, October 19–21, 7 p.m., Blaine High School black box theater (behind Borderite Stadium). Tickets $10 at the door.
Trivia at The Vault: Thursday, October 19, 7 p.m., The Vault Wine Bar + Bistro, 277 G Street. This week’s theme: general knowledge. Info: thevaultwine.com
Live Music at The Vault: Friday, October 20, 7 p.m, The Vault Wine Bar + Bistro, 277 G Street. Featuring: Chuck Dingee. Info: thevaultwine.com.
Queer Birding at Point Whitehorn: Saturday, October 21, 9–11 a.m., Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve, 6899 Koehn Road. Queers of a feather flock together! Join us for a fun morning bird walk in this beautiful woodland habitat. This walk is open to anyone - however, it is created with an intention to bring together queer birders of any birding ability. Limited Space. Register: eventbrite.com/e/queer-birding-at-point-whitehorn-tickets-720018704327. Sponsored by North Cascades Audubon Society.
BBBPRD2 Fall Festival: Saturday, October 21, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Family fun with vendors and giveaways, kids games, s’mores, baked goods, pickle ball, live music by The Devillies. Info: bbbparkandrec.org.
Author Reading: Saturday, October 21, 1 p.m., Blaine Library, 610 3rd Street. Join author Michelle Eames as she reads from her recently published book: Riding Lessons, Things I Learned While Horsing Around. The reading will be followed by a Q&A and book signing. Info: wcls.org.
Trunk or Treat: Saturday, October 21, 6–8 p.m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Blaine Ward, 2550 Thornton Road, Ferndale. Chili cook-off, carnival games followed by trunk or treat in the parking lot. Family-friendly costumes encouraged. Info: 360/603-3393.
Alderson Road Clean-up: Monday, October 23, noon–2 p.m. Meet at the Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Equipment and snacks provided. Sponsored by the Blaine-Birch Bay Park and Recreation District.
Job Fair for Seniors: Thursday, October 26, 9:30 a.m.–noon, Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street. Meet local employers who want to hire seniors. Info: 360/332-8040.
Family Halloween Movie Night: Friday, October 27, 7 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street. Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween movie. Free. Bring a chair or blanket and watch the movie on the big screen. Info: bbbparkandrec.org.
Ghost Hunting 101: Friday, October 27, 8 p.m., Lions Camp Horizon theater. Professional ghost hunter and psychic Charles Crooks of Bellingham Ghost Tours, will teach about all things paranormal. Class includes learning techniques and equipment used to hunt for ghosts. Ages 16 and up. Limited space available. $47. Info: bbbparkandrec.org.
Trick or Treat on the Berm: Saturday, October 28, 3–5 p.m., along Birch Bay’s berm. Trick or treat at stops along the berm, treats and Halloween activities at the Birch Bay Vogt Community Library property, 7948 Birch Bay Drive. Info: birchbaychamber.com.
Blaine Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Meeting: Thursday, November 2, 7:30–8:30 a.m., Semiahmoo Resort, 9565 Semiahmoo Parkway. Info: director@blainechamber.com.
The Write Stuff: Thursday, November 2, 6:30 p.m., Blaine Library, 610 3rd Street. Do you have a book inside you just waiting to be written? Join author Barbara Davis-Pyles for a discussion of your genre options, the writing process, and the tools you need to get it done. Info: wcls.org.
American Legion Riders Craft Bazaar and Bake Sale: Saturday, November 4, 9 a.m.–3 p.m,, 1688 W. Bakerview Road, Bellingham. Start your holiday shopping and support local crafters. All proceeds from the bake sale, raffles and food sales will go to the John Fassett Scholarship fund for Whatcom County high school graduates.
Sea to See Art Show: Saturday, November 4, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Blaine Community Center Pavilion, 635 8th Street. Get a jump on your holiday shopping. Live music and food. Info: blaineartscouncil.org.
Nordic Fest: Saturday, November 4, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Ferndale Events Center, 5715 Barrett Road, Ferndale. Annual Scandinavian fair with Scandinavian bakery, Norse kafé, Nordic crafts, entertainment and more. Admission: $5, under 12 free. Presented by the Daughters of Norway. Info: archismith001@comcast.net.
Open Book: A Festival for Readers: Sunday, November 5, noon–5 p.m., Ferndale Events Center, 5715 Barrett Road, Ferndale. A book lover’s dream day with books, book swag, authors, book talks, readings and weird and wonderful hands-on bookish experiences. Info: wcls.org.
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