$150 – $225
Fundraiser, Langley
The WICA board and staff cordially invite you to our most glamorous and magical evening of the year. Our 24th annual Embrace the Arts Gala and Auction includes a champagne celebration, silent and live auctions, a gourmet dinner, and performances by special guests. For more than 20 years, Whidbey Island Center for the Arts has produced, presented, and supported exceptional works that celebrate our community’s artistic excellence. The arts center would not be able to make its long lasting and…
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Free
Join us for the first Saturday Art Walk on September 7 from 5-7pm. Guest artists, Doug Hansen and Colleen Skinner are happy to be showing their work throughout the month. Light refreshments will be served and many of the gallery’s artists will be on hand. Come and enjoy the people and the art.
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$20
Langley, Music Events
Whidbey Island Music Festival & Island Consort present our respective directors… Tekla Cunningham, violin, & Sheila Weidendorf, piano, together in concert. Playing works of Clara & Robert Schumann, Johannes Brahms, & Louise Ferranc. Sunday, August 25th at Noorlag Salon, Oak Harbor & Sunday, September 8th at Crawford House Langley. Both concerts are at 4pm. There is a suggested $20 donation at the door. Addresses while be given with RSVP. Please RSVP sweidendorf@whidbey.com or 360-320-2362.
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$10 – $15
Art Classes, Langley
Cost: $10-$15 sliding scale. It's a benefit for Create Space Langley Suggested Supplies: A journal made of 140# paper, and black micron 03 pen, and watercolors. You can buy these supplies at Casey's Crafts or we will have some you can use. Come and get inspired to start an art journal or get new ideas for your own practice. Paula Pugh has been recording her life in watercolor journals for over a decade--and her books are beautiful! In this class, Paula will…
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Free
Coupeville, Farm Happenings, Outdoor Events
A vendor member non profit local market based upon the principle of providing the community with the best in local produced foods, crafts, and produce. The market celebrates the Coupeville community each Saturday. The gaelic word “comhar” means the value of the community and all it’s participants coming together. We practice comhar each week, and so can you.
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Free
Festivals, Music Events, Oak Harbor, Outdoor Events, Wineries & Spirits
Celebrate Oktoberfest in historic downtown Oak Harbor. There will be live music, a beer garden (of course), food, shopping and all the fun that is packed into the stores downtown. Join in all the fun!
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Free
Get up close with the hunters of the air!
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Free
Get up close and personal with the hunters of the air. Free and Family Friendly!
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$30
Art Classes, Oak Harbor
I'll be teaching the you how to paint your own mandala. $30 per person includes everything you need to create your mandala handmade stone. At the end you'll be able to take your mandala home! (To reserve your seat you will need to pay nonrefundable $10 fee that will apply to your total cost at the time of the class.) I ONLY HAVE 8 SPOTS AVAILABLE, reserve your spot asap! (Message me or comment below) Plan on a 2- 2…
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Free
Farm Happenings, Langley, Outdoor Events
There's nothing quite like Saturdays at Bayview during the market season. If you're heading from the ferry, the first thing you'll likely see are gigantic white letters announcing "FARMERS MARKET" on the hillside at the corner of Highway 525 and Bayview Road. Turn right at the intersection and soon you'll see brightly colored flags...and a sea of white tents. There you'll be treated to the sights, sounds (and sometimes wonderful smells) of Island County's busiest market—a real farmers market with the…
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Free
Langley, Outdoor Events
This Whidbey Island Farmers Market is a family friendly place on a lush meadow with picnic tables, live music, educational features and children’s activities. The produce vendors can accept SNAP coupons (formerly food stamps) as well as Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program coupons. The market management encourage organic and certified organic growing methods and GMO-free.
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$25 – $120
Art Classes
The conversation between visual artists and writers has a lively and rich history. In this workshop I use the art on exhibit as a jumping off point for stimulating, generative prompts that will delight your creative spirit. Using the Amherst Writers and Artists method I create a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for writers of all levels to stretch themselves and get their pens moving. We meet monthly in a gallery where the exhibits change frequently. Bring your notebook and…
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Freeland, Wineries & Spirits
Local musicians perform live music every Sunday afternoon from 4-6 pm at Blooms 5511 Bistro. Enjoy fine wines created on site, wonderful casual dining with a menu that utilizes many local ingredients and features wholesome fresh food.
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$170
September 9, 16, 23, 30 and October 7. Work days: September 11, 18, 25 and October 9. 10:00am - Noon Perfect for beginners, students will learn how to wedge and center clay for wheel thrown cups. We’ll learn basic trimming, pulling handles, and basic glazing techniques. All tools will be provided. The first three classes will be wet work, followed by a glazing week and final group discussion. $150 + $20 materials fee for clay and glaze Register now! https://backdoorclay.com/class-registration
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$170
September 10, 17, 24, 30 and October 1. Work days: September 12, 19, 26, and October 3. 6:00 - 8:00pm In this beginning level class, students will learn how to create vases and plates using slab building techniques. All tools will be provided. The first three classes will be wet work, followed by a glazing week and final group discussion. $150 + $20 materials fee for clay and glaze Register now! https://backdoorclay.com/class-registration
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$170
September 9, 16, 23, 30 and October 7. Work days: September 11, 18, 25 and October 9. 10:00am - Noon Perfect for beginners, students will learn how to wedge and center clay for wheel thrown cups. We’ll learn basic trimming, pulling handles, and basic glazing techniques. All tools will be provided. The first three classes will be wet work, followed by a glazing week and final group discussion. $150 + $20 materials fee for clay and glaze Register now! https://backdoorclay.com/class-registration
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$35
Art Classes, Coupeville
Please join instructor Beth Herrild for this super fun & creative art form. We’ll use Gel Printing Plates, acrylic paint, stencils, and mark making tools to create one of a kind mono prints. Gel prints are fun & easy for everyone from total art beginner to pro! Please bring an old shirt to protect your clothing. All art supplies will be provided, plus a glass of wine or sparkling water. Participants will leave with many prints to display on…
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Free
Farm Happenings, Langley, Outdoor Events
Fridays, Langley Farmers' market will be open from 1-6 p.m. See Farmers, artists, artisans, and vendors offering some of Whidbey's finest produce, artwork, and so much more. The Langley Second Street Market is a farmers and arts/crafts market that operates in the heart of Langley, WA. Located on Frick Ln and McLeod Alley between First and Second Streets, the market offers seasonal produce, berries, flowers, baked goods and Whidbey Island made products.
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$25 – $110
Art Classes, Langley
Join us at the Deer Lagoon Grange 5142 Bayview Road, Langley Classes meet Wednesday & Friday afternoons from 1 to 4 p.m. Come either or both days. Four classes (one four-week month) is $70. Individual classes, one at a time, $25. We also have a punchcard that is good for five classes over a 60-day period, for either day. All media is welcome (oil, acrylic, watercolor, colored pencil, etc.), though we are a non-toxic classroom. For a materials list, send…
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Freeland, Music Events
Local musicians perform live every Friday evening at Blooms Winery & 5511 Bistro. Enjoy our casual fine dining featuring many local ingredients and Blooms wines made on site while you listen to live music.
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