BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//alt.lib - ECPv5.9.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:alt.lib
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://altlib.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for alt.lib
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Vancouver
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20190310T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20191103T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20200308T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20201101T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200229T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155919
CREATED:20200218T235315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T235315Z
UID:22780-1583002800-1583017200@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Beats & Rhymes: Hip-hop at the AltLib
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFeaturing:\nKLEFTO\nEstimate\nIMA\nHunter Gillam\nBf knowhere\nCHVRNS \nSaturday\, February 29th || 7:30pm\nAll Ages || $6 supports artists and the AltLib
URL:https://altlib.org/event/beats-rhymes-hip-hop-at-the-altlib/
CATEGORIES:Concert
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/altlibfinal.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200228T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155919
CREATED:20200211T124550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200211T124637Z
UID:22773-1582916400-1582930800@altlib.org
SUMMARY:The Sons of Rainier / I Love You Avalanche / Whiting Tennis
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDoors at 7:00pm; Music at 7:30pm\n$6-10 supports the artists and the AltLib \n~~~ \nThe Sons Of Rainier (Duo) = Devin Champlin + Dean Johnson\nhttps://thesonsofrainier.bandcamp.com/releases \nWhiting Tennis – Virginia born\, Buffalo kid\, Seattle-big kid\, New York City art\, Seattle house.\nhttps://whitingtennis.bandcamp.com/ \nI Love You Avalanche is a band that plays songs by Anna Arvan.\nhttps://iloveyouavalanche.bandcamp.com/ \nRSVP and more info here!\n~~~\nAltLib is always ALL AGES!\nNOTAFLAF\nOur space is still under construction! There are two steps leading to the front door\, and our restroom does not currently meet ADA accessibility standards. Please contact us with any accessibility needs\, and we will do our best to accommodate.
URL:https://altlib.org/event/the-sons-of-rainier-i-love-you-avalanche-whiting-tennis/
CATEGORIES:Concert
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/BellinghamF.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200227T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155919
CREATED:20200209T005741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200209T010129Z
UID:22770-1582830000-1582844400@altlib.org
SUMMARY:An Evening of Folk Music & Film with Behind the Mountain Yarns
DESCRIPTION: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 short\, documentary-style musical films showcasing live\, unplugged performances by people in the folk music world you might not otherwise hear\, but who will surely grab your attention. \nDoors at 7:00pm; Show at 7:30pm\n$10-15 supports the artists and the AltLib \nWe’ll begin the evening by screening some of the recent videos produced by Behind the Mountain\, before sliding into performances from Katie Rudman\, Glass Egg\, and Twin Whistle! \n7:30 – Intro/Film Screening\n8:00 – Katie Rudman (Heddwen)\n8:45 – Glass Egg\n9:30 – Twin Whistle \n~~~\nAltLib is always ALL AGES\nNOTAFLOF
URL:https://altlib.org/event/an-evening-of-folk-music-film-with-behind-the-mountain-yarns/
CATEGORIES:Concert,Film Screening
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/ALT-LIB-3.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200222T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155919
CREATED:20200204T021821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200211T234508Z
UID:22762-1582398000-1582408800@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Experimental Electronics ::: Carl Stone / Steve Sehman / Nice Train Sounds / Hortus Curo
DESCRIPTION:Showcase of experimental electronic music. Lights all night from Ryan Rothaus! \n$6-10 supports the artists and the AltLib\nDoors at 7:30pm; Performances at 8:00pm \nCARL STONE\nCarl Stone is one of the pioneers of live computer music\, and has used computers in live performance since 1986. He has been hailed by the Village Voice as “the king of sampling.” and “one of the best composers living in (the USA) today.” Stone studied composition at the California Institute of the Arts with Morton Subotnick and James Tenney and has composed electro-acoustic music almost exclusively since 1972. He released two albums in 2019\, which were collectively named “Best of 2019” by The Wire\, Pitchfork\, Artforum\, and Bandcamp\,\nhttp://www.rlsto.net/Nooz/ \nSTEVEN SEHMAN\nSteven Sehman crafts experimental electronic music that combines analog synths\, acoustic instruments\, field recordings\, spoken text\, and digital media. His music address dualities\, where ambient\, minimal textures give way to dense\, engulfing soundscapes. And floating landscapes are shadowed by anxiety\, becoming a somewhere path for wanderers.\nhttp://www.stevensehman.com \nNICE TRAIN SOUNDS\nNice Train Sounds was created by Julian Stefanzick (Wawful) and Andrew Valdez (Slap Serif)\, and started as a radio show on KUGS\, taking inspiration from plunderphonics and synth-pop\, and eventually grew into a collaborative music performance. \nHORTUS CURO\nThe collaboration of father-son duo Bruce and Miles Hamilton. Their name is taken from Latin and translates as something like “lawn care”\nhttp://brucehamilton.info/bio.html \n~~~\nAltLib is always ALL AGES!\nNOTAFLOF
URL:https://altlib.org/event/experimental-electronics-carl-stone-steve-sehman-hortus-curo/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/download-1.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200218T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155919
CREATED:20200204T005820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200208T231513Z
UID:22758-1582052400-1582063200@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Eugene Chadbourne
DESCRIPTION:$15 supports the artists and the AltLib\nDoors at 7:00pm; Music at 7:30pm \nEugene Chadbourne has been creating unique improvisational music since the early 1970’s. He’s performed with the Violent Femmes\, Camper Van Beethoven\, John Zorn\, members of The Mother’s of Invention\, and many other music legends. He reinterprets American music and the popular song with idiosyncratic delight. \nWith hundreds of releases\, he will have many on hand for sale at the show. This is a unique opportunity to see one of America’s musical treasures.\nhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eugene_Chadbourne \nTickets are limited and are available in advance via WithFriends: https://withfriends.co/event/3918455/eugene_chadbourne_at_the_altlib
URL:https://altlib.org/event/eugene-chadbourne/
CATEGORIES:Concert
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/eugene.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155919
CREATED:20200205T071616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200205T071616Z
UID:22765-1581616800-1581627600@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Making Waves - Synthesizer Workshop and Open Jam (SUB)
DESCRIPTION:S.U.B. (Synthesist Union of Bellingham) returns! This is intended as a monthly workshop and group jam for folks with synthesizers and electronic instruments to plug in and play together\, to encourage and grow the electronic music scene in Bellingham! Come show us what you got! \nSynthesizers / Circuit Bending / Pedal Building / ETC! \nWe’ll open with an hour or so of synth-related workshop followed by two hours of open play. \nWe will have our sound system available for folks to patch into\, and you are welcome and encouraged to bring any electronic instruments or related projects you’ve been playing with! \n~~~\nThe AltLib is always ALL AGES!\nOur space is currently still under construction and has two steps leading to the front door\, and our restroom does not meet ADA accessibility standards. Please contact us with any accessibility needs\, and we will do our best to accommodate.
URL:https://altlib.org/event/making-waves-synthesizer-workshop-and-open-jam-sub/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/sub.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155919
CREATED:20200130T220515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T220527Z
UID:22743-1580644800-1580655600@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Sounds of Siberia: Throat Singing and Jaw Harp Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Following up from the previous evening’s concert\, Sounds of Siberia ::: Traditional MUSIC of SAKHA and TUVA\, come join both Yuliyana and Nachyn at the Alternative Library for a two-part workshop that will cover basic techniques for both throat singing and playing the khomus (traditional jaw harp) ~ \nParticipation in this class will be extremely limited\, due to the size of our space\, and advance registration is available via WithFriends: https://withfriends.co/event/3774091/sounds_of_siberia_throat_singing_and_jaw_harp_workshop \n~~~ \nYuliyana Krivoshapkina is the foremost master of the khomus\, a type of jaw harp from the Sakha Republic (Yakutia). When she was just seven years old\, Yuliyana began studying the khomus from her mother. She joined the Sakha folk group Ayarkhaan\, and the group toured several international festivals\, captivating thousands of world music fans with their distinct melodic sound. Today\, Yuliyana performs solo and teaches khomus enthusiasts all over the world. Her repertoire is versatile\, featuring traditional singing and folk melodies accompanied by the khomus. Yuliyana’s voice and khomus blend to create unique harmony that often evokes feelings of profound wonder. \nAudiences might hear the rustle of grass in the wind\, the cry of a bird startled into the sky\, and the quiet incantations of an ancient shamanic ritual. In 2019\, Yuliyana joined renowned Tuvan throat singers Chirgilchin on her first US tour. The experiences on this tour lead to the birth of a new project\, Sounds of Siberia\, which combines the traditional music of Sakha and Tuva. \nNachyn Choreve is a soloist in the Tuvan State Philharmonic and member of Tuvan psychedelic rock band Hartyga. Hartyga was founded in 2003 and represents the younger generation of Tuvan throat singers. They follow in the footsteps of the legendary Tuvan ethnic rock group Yat-Kha\, and in 2017 toured and recorded with Yat-Kha’s iconic frontman\, Albert Kuvezin. In September 2019\, Nachyn and Hartyga toured the US for the first time with Olympia-based artist Arrington de Dionyso. \nTogether\, Yuliyana and Nachyn transport listeners to the vast expanse of Siberia. Stretching from Tuva in the south to Yakutia in the north\, Siberia is a land of mountains\, deserts\, plains\, and tundra. Nachyn’s mastery of the different styles of throat singing takes listeners to the taiga and mountain brooks of Tuva\, while Yuliyana brings the sounds of the birds\, reindeer\, and winds of the endless tundra of Yakutia. At the same time throat singing emerged out of the Tuvan nomadic lifestyle\, the khomus became the backbone of Yakutian culture and the tool of powerful shamans. When heard together\, these two musical styles are a transformational experience. \nRSVP and more info here.
URL:https://altlib.org/event/sounds-of-siberia-throat-singing-and-jaw-harp-workshop/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/yuliyana-7.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200201T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155919
CREATED:20200104T193729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200120T235312Z
UID:22674-1580583600-1580598000@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Sounds of Siberia ::: TRADITIONAL MUSIC OF SAKHA AND TUVA
DESCRIPTION:The Alternative Library is very excited to welcome back some of our Siberian friends for another incredible concert of traditional folk music of Sakha and Tuva! This show will be produced at the Firehouse Arts and Events Center and tickets are limited! \nDoors at 7:30pm; Music at 8:00pm\nGeneral Admission – $18\nAdvance tickets are available via WithFriends! \nYuliyana Krivoshapkina is the foremost master of the khomus\, a type of jaw harp from the Sakha Republic (Yakutia). When she was just seven years old\, Yuliyana began studying the khomus from her mother. She joined the Sakha folk group Ayarkhaan\, and the group toured several international festivals\, captivating thousands of world music fans with their distinct melodic sound. Today\, Yuliyana performs solo and teaches khomus enthusiasts all over the world. Her repertoire is versatile\, featuring traditional singing and folk melodies accompanied by the khomus. Yuliyana’s voice and khomus blend to create unique harmony that often evokes feelings of profound wonder. \nAudiences might hear the rustle of grass in the wind\, the cry of a bird startled into the sky\, and the quiet incantations of an ancient shamanic ritual. In 2019\, Yuliyana joined renowned Tuvan throat singers Chirgilchin on her first US tour. The experiences on this tour lead to the birth of a new project\, Sounds of Siberia\, which combines the traditional music of Sakha and Tuva. \nNachyn Choreve is a soloist in the Tuvan State Philharmonic and member of Tuvan psychedelic rock band Hartyga. Hartyga was founded in 2003 and represents the younger generation of Tuvan throat singers. They follow in the footsteps of the legendary Tuvan ethnic rock group Yat-Kha\, and in 2017 toured and recorded with Yat-Kha’s iconic frontman\, Albert Kuvezin. In September 2019\, Nachyn and Hartyga toured the US for the first time with Olympia-based artist Arrington de Dionyso. \nTogether\, Yuliyana and Nachyn transport listeners to the vast expanse of Siberia. Stretching from Tuva in the south to Yakutia in the north\, Siberia is a land of mountains\, deserts\, plains\, and tundra. Nachyn’s mastery of the different styles of throat singing takes listeners to the taiga and mountain brooks of Tuva\, while Yuliyana brings the sounds of the birds\, reindeer\, and winds of the endless tundra of Yakutia. At the same time throat singing emerged out of the Tuvan nomadic lifestyle\, the khomus became the backbone of Yakutian culture and the tool of powerful shamans. When heard together\, these two musical styles are a transformational experience. \n~~~\nAdvance tickets via WithFriends: https://withfriends.co/Event/3541861/Sounds_of_Siberia_Traditional_Music_of_SAKHA_and_TUVA\nThis performance is open to all-ages ~
URL:https://altlib.org/event/sounds-of-siberia-traditional-music-of-sakha-and-tuva/
CATEGORIES:Concert
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/sounds-of-siberia-group.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20200111T020415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200111T020415Z
UID:22734-1580324400-1580328000@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Volunteers' Meetin'
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting\, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!
URL:https://altlib.org/event/volunteers-meetin-41/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/volunteer.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200126T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200126T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20200121T192917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200121T193035Z
UID:22737-1580054400-1580065200@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Unist'ot'en Info Session - Updates from Indigenous Frontlines
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Alternative Library to gather in solidarity and hear the latest information from the Wet’suwet’en people\, who are currently defending their land amid continual trespasses from the Canadian government and gas companies trying to remove them from their land and force them to accept a gas pipeline that would run through their unceded land. We will watch the latest videos released from the frontlines and hear from supporters who have recently visited. \nOn December 31\, 2019\, the BC Supreme Court granted an injunction against members of the Wet’suwet’en nation who have been stewarding and protecting their traditional territories from the destruction of the Coastal GasLink pipeline. In response\, Wet’suwet’en Hereditary Chiefs rejected the decision\, issued\, and enforced an eviction of Coastal GasLink workers from the territory. We are responding to the call for solidarity actions\, as the militarized Canadian police prepares again to enact colonial violence against Wet’suwet’en people. \nThe Unist’ot’en Camp and Wet’suwet’en people have been occupying their unceded territories and resisting the construction of multiple pipelines for 10 years. Come learn how we in Bellingham can support this critical fight for the legitimacy of indigenous law in Canada and around the world. \nRSVP and more info here! \n~~~ \nThe Alternative Library is a cooperative lending library and community arts center located in Bellingham\, WA\, on occupied Coast Salish (Lummi) territory. We have recently relocated and our space is still under construction! There are two steps leading to the front door\, and our restroom does not currently meet ADA accessibility standards. Please contact us with any accessibility needs\, and we will do our best to accommodate. \n#wetsuwetenstrong #notrespass #wedzinkwa #defendtheyintah #wouldyoushootmetoo #landdefenders #waterprotectors #lightyoursacredfires #alleyesonwetsuweten #landback #unitethenations #undrip
URL:https://altlib.org/event/unistoten-info-session-updates-from-indigenous-frontlines/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/40C73B96-BB8A-4B83-A01D-C211AE7EE978.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20200111T020336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200111T020336Z
UID:22733-1579719600-1579723200@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Volunteers' Meetin'
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting\, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!
URL:https://altlib.org/event/volunteers-meetin-40/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/volunteer.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200118T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200118T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20200108T100125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200108T100125Z
UID:22730-1579375800-1579388400@altlib.org
SUMMARY:The Shivas /
DESCRIPTION:Surf-infused psych-rock with Portland group\, The Shivas! \n$6-10 supports the artists and the AltLib\nDoors at 7:30pm; Music at 8:00pm \nFor The Shivas\, the show has always been the thing. That thing being a bombastic\, explosive and thoroughly communal live rock and roll experience where barriers between the performers and their audience seem to dissolve into the sweat and sound. The band is releasing its fifth album\, Dark Thoughts\, but it’s the stage—or the basement\, or the living room—that’s The Shivas’ true element. It’s their raison d’etre. It’s their religion.\nhttp://www.theshivas.org/
URL:https://altlib.org/event/the-shivas/
CATEGORIES:Concert
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IMG-4695-2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200116T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20200108T074810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200108T074901Z
UID:22677-1579197600-1579212000@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Making Waves: Synthesizer Workshop and Open Jam
DESCRIPTION:We’re hosting the first meeting of S.U.B. (Synthesist Union of Bellingham)! This is intended as a monthly workshop and group jam for folks with synthesizers and electronic instruments to plug in and play together\, to encourage and grow the electronic music scene in Bellingham! Come show us what you got! \nSynthesizers / Circuit Bending / Pedal Building / ETC! \nThe first meeting will open with an hour or so of synth-related workshop followed by two hours of open play. \nWe will have our sound system available for folks to patch into\, and you are welcome and encouraged to bring any electronic instruments or related projects you’ve been playing with! \n~~~\nThe AltLib is always ALL AGES!\nOur space is currently still under construction and has two steps leading to the front door\, and our restroom does not meet ADA accessibility standards. Please contact us with any accessibility needs\, and we will do our best to accommodate. \nRSVP and more info here!
URL:https://altlib.org/event/making-waves-synthesizer-workshop-and-open-jam/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/sub.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20200111T020258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200111T020258Z
UID:22732-1579114800-1579118400@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Volunteers' Meetin'
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting\, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!
URL:https://altlib.org/event/volunteers-meetin-39/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/volunteer.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200105T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20200104T192505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200104T192821Z
UID:22672-1578250800-1578265200@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Return of the AltLib ::: Lettuce Inn / Vervex / Feu du Camp
DESCRIPTION:The Alternative Library returns in a new incarnation ~ Our new space is still under construction\, and we’re excited to host a spontaneous performance with local friends and artists on tour from Germany! \nDoors at 7:00pm\n$6-10 supports the artists and the AltLib \nLettuce Inn is the improvisational ambient expression forged out of collaboration between Gabriel Seaver (of the band WEEED)\, David Schnitzler & Elias Foerster (of the German band Sea Moya!). The band was spontaneously formed after spending three days jamming and recording during the winter solstice.\nhttps://soundcloud.com/lettuceinn \nSpecial experimental ambient sets from local artists:\nVervex – https://vervex.bandcamp.com/\nFeu du Camp – https://soundcloud.com/feuducamp \n~~~\nAltLib is always ALL AGES!\nNOTAFLOF
URL:https://altlib.org/event/return-of-the-altlib-lettuce-inn-vervex-feu-du-camp/
LOCATION:Alternative Library\, 519 E Maple St\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Lettuce-Inn_small.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20191125T054537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T054537Z
UID:22643-1576695600-1576695600@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Volunteers' Meetin'
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting\, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!
URL:https://altlib.org/event/volunteers-meetin-38/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/volunteer.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191215T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20191126T024652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T024652Z
UID:22655-1576408500-1576414800@altlib.org
SUMMARY:11:11 Writer's Communion
DESCRIPTION:com·mun·ion\nkəˈmyo͞onyən\nnoun\n1. the sharing or exchanging of intimate thoughts and feelings\, especially when the exchange is on a mental or spiritual level.
URL:https://altlib.org/event/1111-writers-communion-18/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_4913.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191214T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191214T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20191126T015004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T065814Z
UID:22646-1576308600-1576364400@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Kristen Allen-Zito / John Miller / Alec Stone Sweet
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a night of boundary crossing folk music\, featuring songs from three innovative players ~ \nDoors at 7:30pm; Music at 8:00pm\n$10-20 supports the artists and the AltLib \nKristin Allen-Zito – Kristin Allen- Zito is an indie-folk singer from Bellingham\, Washington\, well-known for being the lead singer of the electro-punk band The Trucks. She uses captivating story telling to create unique and compelling records.\nhttp://www.kristinallenzitomusic.com/ \nAlec Stone Sweet – Alec Stone Sweet is a professor of law\, currently based in Singapore\, though originally hailing from Bellingham\, WA! He began experimenting with clawhammer guitar (rather than banjo) about 20 years ago and his music has since inspired many others to start playing in that style. He will be joined for this set by longtime collaborator\, Richard Schultz. \nJohn Miller – John Miller has been a professional musician for close to fifty years\, focusing on performing\, composing and teaching. After starting out in Country Blues and Old-Time music\, John moved into Jazz Standards and Brazilian music. He has recorded seven solo albums/CDs\, and performed on many others in collaboration with such musicians as violinist Ruthie Dornfeld\, mandolinist John Reischman\, singers Rebecca Kilgore\, Karin Plato and Ginny Snowe\, multi-instrumentalist Orville Johnson and harmonica player Grant Dermody. John will be doing a rare solo performance at the Alternative Library.\nhttps://www.johnmillerguitar.com/ \nRSVP and more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/2461402153937646/ \n~~~\nAltLib is always ALL AGES!!!\nNOTAFLOF
URL:https://altlib.org/event/kristen-allen-zito-john-miller-alec-stone-sweet/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/78886200_2668020489910387_2474683499378900992_o.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20191125T054443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T054443Z
UID:22642-1576090800-1576090800@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Volunteers' Meetin'
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting\, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!
URL:https://altlib.org/event/volunteers-meetin-37/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/volunteer.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20191125T054237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T054237Z
UID:22640-1575918000-1575925200@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Poetrynight
DESCRIPTION:The second longest running Bellingham poetry group – Poetrynight.\nAll 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. \nPoetrynight got its start in Stuart’s Coffeehouse in 1995\, when a group of poets gathered around a table to share their current work. It has grown over the years as it moved to different locations. \nPoetrynight is a program under the Whatcom poetry series\, and besides the weekly open mic/feature\, can provide creative writing workshops for schools.
URL:https://altlib.org/event/poetrynight-60/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20191126T023739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T232947Z
UID:22654-1575813600-1575831600@altlib.org
SUMMARY:BOOK SALE
DESCRIPTION:Can’t get enough of the weird\, wild\, wacky books we’ve got at the AltLib? Is your secret inner hoarder wanting to take some of our collection home? Come join us for our HUGE BOOK SALE\, with all proceeds going to the AltLib~~~ \nSun\, Dec 8: Book Sale 2-7pm\nLAST DAY\, LAST CHANCE \nLet’s be real: more than 9000 books is too many to move. Since we received notice to vacate the church\, our volunteers have been diligently buzzing about\, curating sections of the library. We’re slimming the collection down\, honing in on books that embody the spirit of the Alternative Library: local\, independent\, and marginalized voices and perspectives. So fret not — our best material remains\, and now it’ll be easier to find. \nAnd all the books we’re removing? They’re for sale!! Some pure gold\, some straight bogus\, you’ll have to come check out the sale to find what suits your particular biblio-itch. \nAND! Every kid that comes out gets a free kid’s book… \n 
URL:https://altlib.org/event/book-sale-2/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG-4560.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191207T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20191203T215940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T215940Z
UID:22663-1575730800-1575761400@altlib.org
SUMMARY:New Home Fundraiser Party!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a last blowout local art festival to support the Alternative Library in our search for a new home! \n$10-20 admission supports the AltLib ~\nPerformances start at 3:00pm \nFeaturing a full day of performances from some of our favorite local acts including: Motus\, Shimmertraps\, The Rhetorician\, Bobby Petite\, Bird & Shooter and more! \nFull schedule and more details forthcoming ~~~ \nRSVP and more info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/473721409940101/ \nAltLib is always ALL AGES!\nNOTAFLOF
URL:https://altlib.org/event/new-home-fundraiser-party/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155920
CREATED:20191126T023523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T233021Z
UID:22653-1575727200-1575738000@altlib.org
SUMMARY:BOOK SALE
DESCRIPTION:Can’t get enough of the weird\, wild\, wacky books we’ve got at the AltLib? Is your secret inner hoarder wanting to take some of our collection home? Come join us for our HUGE BOOK SALE\, with all proceeds going to the AltLib~~~ \nSat\, Dec 7: Book Sale 2-7pm \nLet’s be real: more than 9000 books is too many to move. Since we received notice to vacate the church\, our volunteers have been diligently buzzing about\, curating sections of the library. We’re slimming the collection down\, honing in on books that embody the spirit of the Alternative Library: local\, independent\, and marginalized voices and perspectives. So fret not — our best material remains\, and now it’ll be easier to find. \nAnd all the books we’re removing? They’re for sale!! Some pure gold\, some straight bogus\, you’ll have to come check out the sale to find what suits your particular biblio-itch. \nAND! Every kid that comes out gets a free kid’s book…
URL:https://altlib.org/event/book-sale/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG-4560.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191206T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155921
CREATED:20191125T060507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T060507Z
UID:22644-1575660600-1575673200@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention & Awareness Benefit Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Come and dance your heart away with a few amazing local DJs while supporting an important cause! Music and connection are things we all need\, and having a safe\, sober space to come together is incredibly valuable. \nDoors open at 7:30pm; Music at 8:00pm.\n$6-12 sliding scale\nAltLib is Always All Ages~ \nYou can choose to donate directly to the benefit\, which supports Bellingham Suicide Prevention & Awareness services. This event is all about the celebration of life and acceptance & appreciation of one another and ourselves! \nContributing to this benefit\, there will be a licensed massage therapist set up and taking donations to give 5-10 minute upper body massage. Touch is something we need as humans\, and since we are often very isolated\, the simple act of personal massage can be incredibly beneficial to both mental and physical health. \nIn honor of the benefit\, there will also be a raffle drawing for a 60-minute Empowerment and Wellness Coaching Session with Victoria Mantzoros of Inspiration Unleashed Coaching. Oftentimes\, the help we need can be as simple as setting a plan and following reminders for ourselves\, or just having a cheerleader by your side to help you keep to your commitments. Her sessions are impactful\, compassionate\, and full of wisdom. \nTo keep us dancing all night\, we have the following featured artists: \nDJ Tru-ah [Joshua Hale]\nMultigenre Dance / Dub & Bass\nMusic: https://soundcloud.com/harmonicflowyoga/tracks\nWith a potent sense of grace and fluidity\, DJ Tru-ah travels through a nuanced landscape of posture\, strength\, and balance. Rolling in the vast ocean between stimulation and relaxation\, it evokes an undulating vibe of undeniable pleasure with fresh tribal beats and vibrant global sounds. The sound waves inhabit a world where the spiritual connects to the sensual\, an inspiring realm of music and bliss. \nMetaPhysical [Ben Towers]\nPsyDub / PsyBass\nMusic: https://soundcloud.com/djbentowers/tracks\nMetaphysical is an American DJ and producer from Snohomish whose outlook on electronic music has changed profoundly over the last couple of years. His intention has changed in the way of making music that focuses on the frequencies and harnessing the raw power that music is medicine. His otherworldly musical flow will have you feeling like you’re in a spiritual experience\, meditation through movement can be expressed beautifully to his sounds. \nwinzlo [Phillip Nguyen]\nChill Dance / Electronic\nMusic: https://soundcloud.com/winslomusic/tracks\nWinzlo is an American DJ and producer from Bellingham whose subdued charm shines through in his vibrant mixes that embody the upbeat rhythms of house and grimey bass drops of trap that come together in harmony through his endless flow. Alongside his passion for performances\, Winzo deeply enjoys music production as well and plans to unveil more original music all in due time. With things looking up for the young and upcoming producer\, he’s ready to bring his season onto the night wherever he roams. \nRSVP and more info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/884689001913337/
URL:https://altlib.org/event/suicide-prevention-awareness-benefit-dance-party/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/69238358_2549325645113206_6596719310209548288_o.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155921
CREATED:20191126T023340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T233048Z
UID:22652-1575640800-1575658800@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Book Sale: Supporter's Preview
DESCRIPTION:Can’t get enough of the weird\, wild\, wacky books we’ve got at the AltLib? Is your secret inner hoarder wanting to take some of our collection home? Come join us for our HUGE BOOK SALE\, with all proceeds going to the AltLib~~~ \nFri\, Dec 6: Book Sale: Supporter’s Preview — 2-7pm\nCome out to get the first pick of books! Because we’ve got a limited number of steals\, Friday is your chance to swoop the scores while they’re still about. \nLet’s be real: more than 9000 books is too many to move. Since we received notice to vacate the church\, our volunteers have been diligently buzzing about\, curating sections of the library. We’re slimming the collection down\, honing in on books that embody the spirit of the Alternative Library: local\, independent\, and marginalized voices and perspectives. So fret not — our best material remains\, and now it’ll be easier to find. \nAnd all the books we’re removing? They’re for sale!! Some pure gold\, some straight bogus\, you’ll have to come check out the sale to find what suits your particular biblio-itch. \nAND! Every kid that comes out gets a free kid’s book…
URL:https://altlib.org/event/book-sale-supporters-preview/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG-4560.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155921
CREATED:20191125T054407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T054407Z
UID:22641-1575486000-1575489600@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Volunteers' Meetin'
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting\, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!
URL:https://altlib.org/event/volunteers-meetin-36/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/volunteer.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155921
CREATED:20191125T054208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T054208Z
UID:22639-1575313200-1575320400@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Poetrynight
DESCRIPTION:The second longest running Bellingham poetry group – Poetrynight.\nAll 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. \nPoetrynight got its start in Stuart’s Coffeehouse in 1995\, when a group of poets gathered around a table to share their current work. It has grown over the years as it moved to different locations. \nPoetrynight is a program under the Whatcom poetry series\, and besides the weekly open mic/feature\, can provide creative writing workshops for schools.
URL:https://altlib.org/event/poetrynight-59/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155921
CREATED:20191125T201303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T213819Z
UID:22647-1575198000-1575219600@altlib.org
SUMMARY:New Home Work Party
DESCRIPTION: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! \nWhen: Sunday\, Dec. 1\, 11:00am\nWhere: 1309 Billy Frank Jr Street (the old pottery studio)\nWhat to wear: Sturdy clothes for moving! Denim\, gloves and boots recommended.\nBring your own sack lunch! \nWhy: December’s upon us\, and we’ve gotta be out of the Karate Church by the 20th! We’re in the process of negotiating and signing a short-term lease with the owners of the old pottery studio on Billy Frank Jr. Street. The owners want to tear the building down\, but the permitting process will take a minimum of 9 months\, and we plan to continue our search for a more permanent home from there. They’re giving us access to the building throughout December so we can clear the space and have the Library up and running by the start of the lease in January. \nWhat to expect: The pottery studio is still full of remnants — tables\, clay\, and all sorts of odds and ends. We’ll spend the day clearing out old debris and cleaning the space so it’s ready for repairs and a fresh layer of paint! We’ll provide cleaning supplies\, rags\, tools\, and direction\, and we hope you’ll bring the energy and good vibes! \n  \n 
URL:https://altlib.org/event/community-work-party-pottery-barn-clearance/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/76994600_2668056896573413_5761305315953868800_o.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191130T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191130T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155921
CREATED:20191117T223716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T070240Z
UID:22630-1575142200-1575154800@altlib.org
SUMMARY:AltLib - New Home Fundraiser Launch
DESCRIPTION: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:\n— Art from locals and friends\n— Merchandise from downtown businesses + nonprofits\n— Hometown beer & wine\n— Performances from Lori Goldston and the Bellingham Repertory Dance \nDoors at 7:30pm; Performances at 8:00pm\n$10-20 sliding scale suggested donation \nPerformances from:\nLori Goldston: Classically trained and rigorously de-trained\, possessor of a restless\, semi-feral spirit\, Lori Goldston is a cellist\, composer\, improvisor\, producer\, writer and teacher from Seattle. Her voice as a cellist\, amplified or acoustic\, is full\, textured\, committed and original. A relentless inquirer\, she wanders recklessly across borders that separate genre\, discipline\, time and geography\, performing in clubs\, cafes\, galleries\, arenas\, concert halls\, sheds\, ceremonies\, barbecues\, and stadiums.\nhttp://lorigoldston.com/ \nBellingham Repertory Dance: With highly accomplished performers and top choreographers\, BRD is a nonprofit collective committed to bringing vibrant contemporary dance to our Bellingham community. The founding mission of BRD was to create continuing opportunities for the community’s most accomplished dancers to perform sophisticated professional dance works by established and emerging choreographers. Additionally\, BRD provides educational opportunities by offering weekly dance technique classes\, quarterly master classes with guest artists\, annual youth outreach programs\, the 7-Day Dance Festival\, and rehearsals open for public viewing.\nhttps://www.bhamrep.org/ \nDonations from:\nTBD — more info coming soon! \nWhy are we fundraising?\nAfter receiving sudden and unexpected notice from our landlord that we must vacate the historic church — our home for the last 3 years — by the December 20th\, we are in urgent need of finding a new home! \nTo ensure the Alternative Library is housed and able to continue fostering diverse perspectives and connections\, we now ask for support from our community — from you! \nWe’re looking to raise $25\,000 to help with our move. By participating in our fundraiser\, you’ll be helping us with:\n1. The immediate demand of relocating (short-term rental)\n2. Expanding our operation to develop a community print/publication studio\n3. The long-term search for a permanent home (including making a down) \nWith enough community support\, we’ll be able buy a home of our own\, enabling us to spend our time and energy building a stable community space that cultivates creativity\, connection and collaboration. \nAs a small volunteer-run non-profit that works tirelessly to provide the most for our community\, we need the support of our entire community to take us to the next level! While we’ve occupied various spaces\, emerging in diverse incarnations\, our volunteers\, members\, and artists continually bring life and soul to our community\, and we’d be nothing without y’all! \nIf you’d like to support the AltLib but are unable to attend our New Home Fundraiser\, check out our GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/alternative-library-new-home-fundraiser \nRSVP and more info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/996580474011730/
URL:https://altlib.org/event/altlib-new-home-fundraiser-launch/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/newhomefundnew.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155921
CREATED:20191016T010318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191016T010318Z
UID:22600-1574881200-1574884800@altlib.org
SUMMARY:Volunteers' Meetin'
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday is our weekly volunteer meeting\, where we discuss the goings on and future of the AltLib!
URL:https://altlib.org/event/volunteers-meetin-35/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://altlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/volunteer.gif
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR