Whatcom Peace and Justice as part of the The Bellingham Film Coalition on Wednesday, December 19th 8pm at The Alternative Library - 519 Maple Ave presents.... The 1979 Academy Award-nominated documentary “The War at Home” was one of the first documentaries to approach the Vietnam War era from the viewpoint of history, though it was still fresh and […]
The Artist’s Open Stage is a night of creative expression: a sharing of words, music, movement, and ideas. Please join us every third Thursday by performing or curling up on the couch and enjoying the variety of talent our community has to offer. Signups start at 7:00pm; performances start at 7:30pm RSVP and more info […]
A night of beautiful acoustic songwriting from Bellingham to the Canadian north~ Doors at 7:30pm; Music at 8:00pm $7 supports the artists and the AltLib Dana Sipos is an acclaimed songwriter's songwriter, creating music that is simultaneously delicate, slightly strange and completely mesmerizing. She inhabited the far Canadian north before going nomad. Dana tours extensively […]
Five unclassifiable, formless noise acts/// Doors at 7:00pm; noise at 7:30pm $6-10 at the door supports the artists and the AltLib Xenosterra Ecstatic/Afro-inspired Sci-fi Industrial complete with Modulation Wheel. You might want to dance to this Novichok https://www.facebook.com/novichokband/ Newly formed psychedelic noise rock trio infused with the free improvisational language of God. Kristal McKinstry and […]
Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!
Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!
Join us in our musical madness! This is a community gathering with a common vision of writing and sharing music with each other. All levels of musicianship are welcome, whether you are just starting or have been playing for years, feel free to join and connect! If you have any questions or comments contact Rawr: […]
Come vibe out to local bands to help kickstart Better Days, a nonprofit geared toward civilian PTSD awareness/treatment! Doors at 7:30pm Music at 8:00pm $6-12 sliding scale Great Snakes: https://soundcloud.com/thesegreatsnakes https://www.facebook.com/thesegreatsnakes/ Jackie: https://jackie6.bandcamp.com/ The Dawn Bombs: https://www.thedawnbombs.com/ https://thedawnbombs.bandcamp.com/ The AltLib is always all ages!
"Philosopholk" songstress Samara Jade is coming to the Bellingham Alternative Library and will be presenting an afternoon workshop on Vocal Play and Exploration, followed by an evening concert with her trio of upright bass and trumpet, featuring local cartoon character, Devin Beu! Workshop at 5pm - $10 Concert at 7:30pm - $6-12 sliding scale ~~~ […]