Community Calendar

Bellingham, WA--The third annual FREE community concert CELEBRATE THE SEASON: An Evening of Holiday Music will be held on Sunday, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1720 Harris Avenue & 18th Street in Bellingham's historic Fairhaven district.
The planning committee is pleased to offer a free, one-hour holiday event as a community service. The concert will be a fun, musical program to kick-off the season that is appropriate for children and people of all ages.
The program will feature a variety of vocal and instrumental holiday music volunteered by noted local performing groups, many returning for the second and third time. These include the renowned Vox Pacifica women's choir; Bellingham High School's talented Showstoppers; One Accord, Bellingham's melodious a capella group; Bellingham High School's striking String Ensemble (returning with audience-favorite Edelweiss); and a special dramatic reading of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas." The audience is encouraged to join in singing many favorite seasonal songs.
Holiday cookies and hot cider/coffee will follow the hour-long program in the community room. Financial support is provided by Thrivent.
More Celebrate the Season concert information is available at www.oursavioursbham.org (that's with a u) or (360) 733-6749.

Hear and sing familiar "Lessons and Carols" through scripture readings and music from around the world.

Under the inspired direction of Deacon Ruth Anderson, choirs, brass ensemble, soloists, instrumentalists, handbells, and readers will fill your soul with the joy of the season.

Come join us! There's always "Room at the Inn" for you. The event is free. A free-will offering benefits underserved music and arts students in the region. Doors open at 6:30.

This December, on Sunday the 7th and Sunday the 14th, both at 7 PM, Gesa Power House Theatre welcomes EVERDREAM back to the stage for their much-loved show, Celtic Christmas.

Everdream is delighted to return to the Gesa Powerhouse Theatre this December! The Celtic group started touring in 2014 and this marks 10 years of Celtic Christmas, which has become somewhat of a tradition for Walla Walla residents! This magical concert will feature much loved Celtic and Christmas classics, including songs by Enya, music from Riverdance, some unique Irish Christmas songs, magical movie songs, toe tapping jigs and reels, and their chart topping version of O Holy Night!

Known for their haunting sound, Irish charm, and show-stopping glamour, this show will be a wonderful night out for the entire family.

Inland Harmony Chorus invites you to celebrate this wonderful time of year with us. Come enjoy harmonious music as we kickoff the holiday season! December 8th at the 1912 Center in Moscow., doors open at 6:30pm for a 7pm start, and we will gladly be accepting donations to support the cost of hosting the show. Featuring special guests: The Romeos.

Inland Harmony Chorus is an auditioned choir of women that share music and music education with our community. The chorus is based in Moscow, Idaho with members from the surrounding Quad-Cities of the Palouse. Inland Harmony Chorus is a chapter of Sweet Adelines International. You will also catch up caroling in downtown Moscow before the tree lighting and parade on December 4th.

Gregory Rawlins was born in lush and rainy Port Orchard, Washington, and when he wasn't building forts or popping wheelies he was marveling at the beauty of the natural world. Rawlins began writing and performing his homespun songs in the mid-2000s and hasn't looked back, recording 15 full-length albums—including Pale Marble Movie and Ma –two drastically different albums, both released this past December 6th.

From folk to hard rock to experimental—in bands Sons of Guns, Catskills, Foxgloves, and Cut Hand, nothing seems off the table for exploration. As a soloist, his songs tread through country, blues and folk territory, and are ever supported by keen observations of the human spirit and poetic imagery. His instrumentation moves from jangly Woody Guthrie-like rhythm to delicate, alternate thumb fingerpicking reminiscent of Merle Travis and John Prine. From cafes to alleyways, historic theaters to festival stages, Rawlins and his songs—like old friends and good luck charms—continue to plot their course and gain more of each along the way.

6PM-8PM
All Ages. No Cover. Dinner show. Walk ins welcome.

Join us in festive holiday spirit as the Big Band of Walla Walla University puts on their annual Christmas concert affectionately named after their director, Brandon Beck. The repertoire will include jazz and big band ensemble pieces and promises to be a night of wonderfully festive music! Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.

Mennon & LaCartney is the eloquent voice of David Riddle (Bourbon & Bellows) and the accomplished voice and guitar of Eric Endres (Eric Herman and the Puppy Dogs). David and Eric bring new energy to the Beatles songbook, with creative and dynamic takes on Fab Four classics, as well as other duo harmony songs (Simon & Garfunkel, Everly Brothers, etc.). Mennon & LaCartney shows include guest performances, audience interactions, Beatles trivia (with prizes), and psychedelic video projections.

5PM-8PM All ages, free dinner show!

Oyster Fest returns to Abeja, featuring Hama Hama oysters and the best of Pacific Northwest seafood. Enjoy an afternoon savoring delicacies such as oysters on the half shell, a fragrant Thai Green Curry Oyster Soup, and salmon sliders, served alongside inspired wine pairings. With live music setting a festive tone, it’s an afternoon to relish the flavors of our region and the company of friends.

Celebrate the WINTER SOLSTICE in 17th-century France, featuring Korean, Cambodian, and Filipino cultures in partnership with Asia Pacific Cultural Center
This show features Terance Mejos, Revels Adult and Children's Choruses, Seattle Brass Ensemble, and more!

Five performances at the Rialto Theatre in Tacoma. Saturday, December 13 at 2 & 7:30 PM* (with ASL interpretation); Sunday, December 14 at 2 PM; Tuesday, December 16 @ 7 PM; and Wednesday, December 17 @ 7 PM. Ticket prices range from $18 to $60. Additional discounts are available, too.

Join us for a community-wide Messiah Sing-Along! What better way to experience the season than singing Handel’s great masterpiece, Messiah! We’ll sing Part One, commonly called the “Christmas Section,” plus the Hallelujah Chorus. Experience singing familiar choruses to our 22-rank historic Kimball pipe organ with hundreds of other voices.

A limited supply of G. Schirmer scores will be available on loan for the event, but guests are encouraged to bring their own score. No tickets necessary, but donations gladly accepted.