Poets’ Open Mic
The first Thursday of each month is our poets’ open mic. Signups start at 6:30pm, Performances start at 7:00pm
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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.
WIGS EP Release Party w/ The Wednesdays and Middle James
Alternative Library 519 E Maple St, Bellingham, WAB'ham's indie power-pop band, WIGS, are releasing an EP! Come celebrate and rock with performances also from The Wednesdays and Middle James! We'll also be setting up a photo booth to freak with throughout the night~ $5 admission supports the performers and the AltLib!
$5
Home:Bass 3.0
Alternative Library 519 E Maple St, Bellingham, WAHome:Bass 3.0 Fundraiser for a Tiny Home dream! Come and join Lotus Drops and Friends for the third round of Home:Bass. We will go into a warm up-flow meditation space for the beginning of the evening followed by Big Bass and Next Level community! ++++++++++++ Featuring: -THEE MINX https://soundcloud.com/mayaconceptco/artist-appreciation-march-2018-thee-minx -LOTUS DROPS https://soundcloud.com/lotusdrops -MIZUNA +++++++++++++ ALL […]
$5
Robert Lashley // Graham Isaac // C. C. Hannett
Alternative Library 519 E Maple St, Bellingham, WAJoin us at Alternative Library on 04/08/18 at 5pm! With readings by... Robert Lashley : A 2016 Jack Straw Fellow, Artist Trust Fellow, and nominee for a Stranger Genius Award, Robert Lashley has had poems published in such journals as Feminete, Seattle Review of Books, NAILED, Gramma, Drunk in a Midnight Choir, and The Cascadia […]
Volunteers’ Meeting
Every Monday at 7:00pm we meet to discuss the last week and plan for the next. Anyone is welcome.
CLASSROOM: Alternative Healing Clinic
Walk-in alternative healing clinic. All by donation (N.O.T.A.F.L.O.F.). Space open to alternative healers to practice their arts. Currently hosting Tuck Tyrell (GroundEd Holistics, biomagnetic acupressure and kinesiology), Cody Harder (BioSonic Healing, BioMat infrared sauna and tuning fork therapy), and Yin (Thai bodywork/massage, scraping, cupping). Further info and updates - https://www.facebook.com/events/571482229850552/
Yoga w/Sarah
Alternative Library 519 E Maple St, Bellingham, WABio: Sarah Hirsch has been practicing yoga for over a decade, and teaching for two years. She earned her 200 hour teacher certification in Rishikesh, India, in 2015. Her classes emphasize the connection between body, mind, and spirit, helping to cultivate a deeper relationship with the Universe as a whole. She strives to use inclusive […]
Local Showcase: Rose’s Thorn, Denny Franzmann, Claire Arbogast, River
Doors at 7pm Music begins at 8pm The Alternative Library’s Local Showcase is a concert of performance acts curated from the community! As opposed to an open mic, the performers of this event are scheduled ahead of time, and set times are longer. This event will take place about once a month, so the wide […]
Hands Off Maru: A Benefit for Maru Mora Villalpando
Alternative Library 519 E Maple St, Bellingham, WAThis is a night to Defend the Defenders! Maru Mora Villalpando has given much to the movements for immigrants and worker's rights. Through decades of dedicated organizing with the communities most impacted by our nation's inhumane immigration policies, her struggle has inspired many to action, to fight for a more just and equitable world. Now […]
Bellingham Noise NoFest
Alternative Library 519 E Maple St, Bellingham, WAThe Alternative Library presents a mini-fest of noise, improvised music, and dark electronics. Short performances and light intermissions will highlight harsh tones and extended techniques across the dynamic musical geography of the PNW. Doors at 7:30pm; performances at 8:00pm $5-15 sliding scale Featuring: Cj Boyd - Bassist turned vagabond, C.J. Boyd uses bass loops and […]
$5 – $15