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While we are in transition and searching for a stable home base, we will continue to produce events with some of our neighborhood partners.

The AltLib Popup Series will present roving events to continue supporting expansive art projects and dig deep for uncommon cultural exchanges. If you’re interested in setting up a show with us, please read our booking page and send us an e-mail.

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An Evening of Folk Music & Film with Behind the Mountain Yarns

Behind the Mountain Yarns is a film and curation project exploring the state of contemporary folk music and its relationship to place and community. The project was dreamed into being by Dana Anastasia and Kestral Laipply, two artists whose lives revolve around music and who perform together in their duo Twin Whistle. The artists produce […]

The Sons of Rainier / I Love You Avalanche / Whiting Tennis

This year for Leap Day Eve, and there's a beautiful show just down the street. Come join in a harmonius evening with music from The Sons Of Rainier, I Love You Avalanche and Whiting Tennis! Doors at 7:00pm; Music at 7:30pm $6-10 supports the artists and the AltLib ~~~ The Sons Of Rainier (Duo) = […]

Beats & Rhymes: Hip-hop at the AltLib

Eclectic bill of underground hip-hop at the new location of the Alternative Library featuring some of Bellingham's best Hip-Hop, Rap & R&B artists. Featuring: KLEFTO Estimate IMA Hunter Gillam Bf knowhere CHVRNS Saturday, February 29th || 7:30pm All Ages || $6 supports artists and the AltLib

Poetrynight

The second longest running Bellingham poetry group – Poetrynight. All people are invited to join the group any Monday night at 7pm. You don’t have to be a writer to participate as readers of all ages are always invited to sign up to read between 7-7:30. Not all works must be originals. Poetrynight got its […]

Volunteers’ Meetin’

Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!

Nachyn Choreve + Arrington de Dionyso

After the sold out Sounds of Siberia concert, Tuvan throat singer, Nachyn Choreve returns to Bellingham! He will be performing a solo set, followed by a duo performance with artist Arrington de Dionyso (Old Time Relijun), performing spontaneous compositions, blending each of their influences together. $15 supports the artists and the AltLib Doors at 7:00pm; […]

Become a Tea Brewer

Did you know our tea room is available for tea lovers like you, to brew and serve at? Have you ever wanted to learn how to lead a tea ceremony? Or do you know the ropes but need a tea room for your offering? Water Bear Tea Collective is a volunteer-run tea room available for […]

BEEF JERKY zine release ft Porch Cat + Island Gigantism

Join us at the Alternative Library for the zine launch of BEEF JERKY! The vibe is middle school sleepover, so wear your best PJs or middle school fashion and prepare to party like there's no bedtime! $6-10 admission supports the artists and the AltLib Doors at 7:30pm; Performances at 8:00pm BEEF JERKY Includes work from […]

Poetrynight

The second longest running Bellingham poetry group – Poetrynight. All people are invited to join the group any Monday night at 7pm. You don’t have to be a writer to participate as readers of all ages are always invited to sign up to read between 7-7:30. Not all works must be originals. Poetrynight got its […]

Paper Club

Come cut and create through collage! An opportunity to put your mind to rest and your fingers to work~ We've got all the supplies you'll need -- magazines, scissors, gluesticks, and laughs! Bring yourself, maybe a friend, and maybe a snack!