11:11 Writer’s Communion
Alternative Library 519 E Maple St, Bellingham, WAcom·mun·ion kəˈmyo͞onyən noun 1. the sharing or exchanging of intimate thoughts and feelings, especially when the exchange is on a mental or spiritual level.
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EVENTS CALENDAR
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.
IWW Meeting
Industrial Workers of the World unite! Whatcom-Skagit IWW host a monthly communion of comrades
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!
McKain Lakey / I Love You Avalanche / The Best Intentions
Come on out for a superb line-up of musical acts, hosted by the incredible Alex Minshall! Doors at 7:30pm; Music at 8pm $6-12 sliding scale supports the artists and the AltLib AltLib is ALWAYS ALL AGES~ THE BEST INTENTIONS The Best Intentions are Ani Banani and Pete Irving playing a repertoire that encompasses jazz standards, […]
Moraine / Smooth Kiwi
As we head into the waning days before the solstice and the end of our time in this church, let's savor the acoustics of the building with an evening of instrumental magic and smooth grooves. MORAINE Moraine has built a reputation as one of the most electrifying and original instrumental rock bands anywhere, winning over […]
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!
AltLib – New Home Fundraiser Launch
We cordially invite you to join us for an evening in honor and support of the Alternative Library: to celebrate its past incarnation and to help create and dream its potential future! The AltLib’s New Home Fundraiser is a silent auction celebrating community connection, featuring: -- Art from locals and friends -- Merchandise from downtown businesses […]
New Home Work Party
Want to help the AltLib and aren't quite sure how? Come join AltLib volunteers for a work party to help prep our interim home! When: Sunday, Dec. 1, 11:00am Where: 1309 Billy Frank Jr Street (the old pottery studio) What to wear: Sturdy clothes for moving! Denim, gloves and boots recommended. Bring your own sack […]