Margaret Bikman

Nov 13, 2024 | whatcomtalk.com | Margaret Bikman

Whether you’re a longtime attendee of the Bellingham Symphony, or are considering tickets for the first time, the next two concerts from Mount Baker Theatre’s resident symphony will warm your heart with similar themes — celebrations of home, family, and the holidays. Americana, on November 24, and Holiday Magic!, on December 15, both feature music that will be recognizable to many while also offering new compositions chosen by Maestro Yaniv Attar that tie everything together thematically.

Oct 17, 2024 | whatcomtalk.com | Margaret Bikman

Whatcom Museum’s Lightcatcher building in downtown Bellingham is currently featuring Under the Inspiration Tree: Celebrating the Work of Thomas Wood — an exhibition of more than 300 artworks by the late Bellingham artist. Wood’s etchings, oils, pastels, and sculptural works are all on display. The comprehensive retrospective includes pieces from dozens of private collectors across the region.

Sep 24, 2024 | whatcomtalk.com | Margaret Bikman |Sophie Blackall |Todd Boss

A new season for the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra offers a new opportunity for concert-goers to engage with the musical programs. Executive director Gail Ridenour recently announced the formation of a BSO Book Club, teaming up with Bellingham Public Library, Whatcom County Library System, and Village Books, pairing a book with each concert theme. Books can be checked out through the libraries or purchased at Village Books.

Sep 12, 2024 | whatcomtalk.com | Margaret Bikman

Brittany Burton pretty much grew up in The Dance Studio — founded by her mother, Wendy Setter, in 1979 — but she didn’t know it would ultimately be her life’s passion. “I grew up dancing in as many classes as I could and eventually joined a traveling dance troupe through The Dance Studio,” says Burton, now 41.

Sep 1, 2024 | knkx.org | Margaret Bikman

Walk through the front door of the Victorian Gaches Mansion, home of the Pacific Northwest Quilt and Fiber Arts Museum in La Conner, and prepare to be overwhelmed by color. Originally set to close Sept. 1, the exhibit on the main floor by Fidalgo artist Julie Sevilla Drake, “Thirteen Ways of Looking,” proved so popular that it was extended to Oct. 6.