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“Ready Player One”: Steven Spielberg’s connection to pop culture has brought him back to work on a project more in line with his big entertainment extravaganzas. His big-screen adaptation of Ernest Cline’s novel for “Ready Player One” gives the director a pop culture playground that not only is massive in entertainment value, but also shows off his distinct eye for detail, the passion he has for storytelling and his commitment to visual excellence.

And, the movie allows Spielberg to return to what had become his signature in his most enduring films. As he so successfully did with “E.T. The Extra Terrestrial,” “Hook,” “A.I. Artificial Intelligence” and “Jurassic Park,” ‘Ready Player One” is told through the perspective of a group of young people trying to save the world from adults.

This rekindling of Spielberg seeing the world through youthful eyes is one of the biggest pluses to the film.

There have been some changes from Cline’s 2011 science fiction novel about a dystopian future in 2045 where most of the population escapes the pain and misery of reality by visiting a virtual reality world known as the Oasis.

Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) has been on a quest to find

three keys hidden in the world by the creator (Mark Rylance).

The person who finds the keys will be given complete control of the virtual world.

Spielberg’s return to his gift for staging big action sequences coupled with his Peter Pan complex for storytelling when it comes to his central cast lifts the production to the next level.

“The Con is On”: Harriet (Uma Thurman) and Peter (Tim Roth) travel to Los Angeles to escape the wrath of kill-crazy gangster, Irina (Maggie Q), who has put a contract out on the con-artist couple. Harriet and Peter use bad judgment one night while babysitting a massive amount of money intended for Irina and have no way to replace the squandered funds. Their only hope is to steal a valuable ring from Peter’s ex-wife (Alice Eve) and use it to pay back the date and stay alive.

Stealing the ring ends up being more complicated than anyone imagined.

Director James Haslam’s interest in making this a loopy tale of larceny gets a shot from two actors who have cornered the market on playing weird roles. Crispin Glover’s performance as the egotistical director Gabriel Anderson is rich in offbeat style and thick with the kind of perspective that comes

from someone who doesn’t believe the world exists beyond his own needs and wants.

The only person who can play a character more bizarre than what Glover can offer is Parker Posey, who takes the role of Gina back and forth across the line between sanity and insanity. Parker’s performances are always fullblown madness and this is no exception.

ALSO NEW ON DVD JULY 24 “Gravity Falls: The Complete Series”: This is the first time the entire series is available as a box set on Blu-ray and DVD. “In the Mouth of Madness”: Investigator looks for author whose books are driving people insane. Directed by John Carpenter.

“National Parks Adventure”: Documentary narrated by Robert Redford looks at the power of America’s national parks.

“Keeping Faith”: Faith Howells (Eve Myles) fights to find the truth behind the sudden disappearance of her husband.

“You Will Be Mine”: Intimate bond between two women develops into an intense sexual relationship. Judith Davis stars.

“Incident in a Ghost Land”: Bizarre events begin to hap-

Upcoming DVD releases Following is a partial schedule of DVD releases (dates subject to change): JULY 31 n Overboard n The Miracle Season n Tully n Final Portrait n Kings n Counterpart: Season 1 n Dark Crimes n Star Wars Rebels: Complete Season 4 – Tribune News Service

pen when a family reunites in a house where a deadly encounter happened.

“Operation Red Sea”: Ship’s crew and an assault team rescue Chinese citizens and foreign refugees.

“Dream Big: Engineering Our World”: Documentary celebrates the human ingenuity behind engineering marvels big and small. Jeff Bridges narrates.

ALSO AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL HD JULY 24 “Breaking In”: Mother (Gabrielle Union) must save her children when intruders take over her home. Will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on Aug. 7.

– By Rick Bentley, Tribune News Service

Out & About..................... 4-9, 12 On Stage....................................10 Tuning Up.................................11 Hot Tickets...............................13 Travel.........................................14 At the Lincoln..........................15 Get Involved.............................16 Movies................................. 18-19 ON THE COVER Acoustic guitarist Leo Kottke will perform July 25 at the Lincoln Theatre in Mount Vernon. Photo by Bill Ellison.

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The privilege of performing

Legendary guitarist Leo Kottke comes to the Lincoln

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Leo Kottke performs Wednesday, July 25, at the Lincoln Theatre.

By KERA WANIELISTA @Kera_SVH

MOUNT VERNON — Renowned acoustic guitarist Leo Kottke is bringing his unique 12-string style to the Lincoln Theatre on Wednesday evening, July 25.

Kottke’s music career began modestly as a child with classical instru-

ments like the violin and trombone, before he transitioned to the guitar at age 11.

While extensive traveling likely shaped his style, the two-time Grammy nominee said he doesn’t have any particular influences.

“There is not a cause and effect with music,” he said. “Some of us go nuts for an instrument, or for

music itself ... either connection obviates anything like ‘influence.’ The guitar runs my life. But it’s not an influence. Same thing as corn: I love corn but there’s no reason for loving it. I love Beethoven but I will never know why.”

Kottke’s five-decadelong career began in 1968 with the recording of his first LP, “Twelve String

Blues.” His major-label debut came with 1971’s “Mudlark.”

In 2002, Kottke and Phish bassist Mike Gordon released their first collaboration, “Clone.”

Another collaboration between the two followed with “Sixty Six Steps.”

Although Kottke said he is tired of touring, it’s his love of music that keeps

the Minneapolis-based musician traveling.

“It’s a privilege; and, by now, it’s almost a duty,” he said. “If you have the chance to play, you’re obligated.”

— Reporter Kera Wanielista: 360-416-2141, kwanielista@skagitpublishing.com, Twitter: @ Kera_SVH, facebook.com/ KeraReports

LEO KOTTKE IN CONCERT When: 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 25 Where: Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon Tickets: $35-$50 More information: lincolntheatre.org/performance/leo-kottke-0

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OUT & ABOUT

ART

ANNE MARTIN MCCOOL: See mixed media acrylic paintings

by Anacortes artist Anne Martin McCool at Scott Milo Gallery, 420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Gallery hours are 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

“WOVEN POTS”: Larry Richmond and Peggy Kondo are featured in “Woven Pots” during during July at Good Earth Pottery, 1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham.

“INDRA’S NET”: View the soft, evocative watercolor works of Deborah Walker alongside the organic, recycled-textile sculpture works of Clarissa

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Callesen in their joint show “Indra’s Net” during July at i.e. gallery, 5800 Cains Court, Edison. The gallery is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday through Sunday.

PLANT-BASED: Patty Heller’s painted interpretation of botanical color schemes, Brian O’Neill’s earthy ceramics and Marceil DeLacey’s hand-carved wood sculptures are on display through July 29 at Smith & Vallee Gallery, 2742 Gilkey Ave., Edison. The gallery is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

BELL & IWERKS: Morgan Bell’s fused glass works and Loren Iwerks’ pen, ink, colored pencil and watercolor works are on display during July at Artworks Gallery, 765 Wonn Road, Suite C, Greenbank. The gallery is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday.

SKAGIT STUDIO TOUR: Tour 21 studios featuring 32 artists at the 2018 Skagit Studio Artists Tour from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 2122. Download a map for the free, self-guided tour at nwartbeat.com.

QUILTS ON THE BEACH: An outdoor collection of 60 bed quilts made for Cama Beach State Park by the Cama Beach Quilters will be on display from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at Cama Beach State Park, 1880 S. West Camano Drive, Camano. Free, though a Discover Pass is required for parking.

WASHINGTON DECORATED EGG SHOW: Enjoy hundreds of decorated eggshells and demonstrations on Egg Art from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 28-29, at Best Western Plus Skagit Valley and Convention Center, 2300 Market St., Mount Vernon.

Bargain shoppers’ paradise at Shipwreck Day in Anacortes

“DIFFERENT THOUGHTS”: WaterWorks Gallery, 315 Argyle Ave., Friday Harbor, will host a curated jewelry show from July 27 through Sept. 1. There will be an opening reception at 4 p.m. Friday, July 27.

SAMISH ISLAND ARTS FEST: The 22nd annual festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at Samish island Community Center, 11292 Blue Heron Road, Bow. Art, music and food. Free. samishisland.net.

“WATER REFLECTION”: The Good Stuff Arts Gallery, 604 Commercial Ave., Anacortes, presents its new show “Water Reflections” with new works by over 25 gallery artists in a wide variety of media. Caroline Garland is the featured artist for July. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday; and noon to 3 p.m. Sunday. thegoodstuffarts.com.

MUSIC

BURLINGTON SUMMER NIGHTS CONCERT SERIES: 6 to 8 p.m. Fridays, Burlington Visitor Center Downtown Amphithe-

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

ANACORTES — Bargain shoppers get ready: at first light on Saturday, July 21, Shipwreck Day in downtown Anacortes begins.

The event was spawned 38 years ago when commercial fishermen would sell their used gear on Commercial Avenue. Now it has evolved to become a large community flea market and garage sale, and expanded beyond just nautical wares.

Technically the event begins at 8 a.m. though early rising vendors and shoppers often get things going at dawn. It wraps up around 4 p.m.

The annual event is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Fidalgo Island, which uses proceeds to fund service projects, both in the community and internationally.

For more information, visit shipwreckfest.com. ater, 520 E. Fairhaven Ave. Free. 360-7559649. n July 20: Market Street Dixie Jass Band.

n July

27: Gin Gypsy.

3: Marlin James Band. n Aug. 10: Mama Dirty Skirt. n Aug.

LA CONNER LIVE: The La Conner Live 2018 Sunday concert series features local and regional bands from 1 to 4 p.m. at Gilkey Square, Morris Avenue and First Street, downtown La Conner. Free admission. members.lovelaconner.com/events/ details/la-conner-livesunday-concert-series-06-03-2018-4777. n July 22: B’Nassa. n July 29: Brian Lee and the Orbiters. n Aug. 5: Mary McPage Band. n Aug. 12: Amigos Nobles. n Aug. 19: The Naughty Blokes. n Aug. 26: The Walrus. n Sept. 2: Mary Ellen Lykins and the CC Adams Band.

CREEKSIDE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Creekside Continuing Care Community will host concerts in varying music genres at its facility, 400 Gilkey Road, Burlington. All events are free for seniors. n Aug. 2: 6 p.m., Lukasrose Country Trio. n Aug. 23: 6 p.m., Trio Lumina.

BELLINGHAM DOWNTOWN SOUNDS: Concerts take place from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays on the 1300 block of Bay Street in Bellingham, featuring a beer garden, food vendors and more. Free. downtownbellingham.com n July 25: Tatanka with Mr. Feelgood & the Firm Believers. n Aug. 1: MarchFourth with Robt Sarazin Blake & The Letter. n Aug. 8: Klozd Sirkut with Mōtus.

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MARYSVILLE SOUNDS OF SUMMER: Free Friday concerts at 7 p.m. at Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville. n July 20: Gin Gypsy. n July 27: File’ Gumbo. n Aug. 3: Ranger and the “Re-Arrangers” n Aug. 10: Old Town Tonic.

EAGLE HAVEN CONCERT SERIES: The Eagle Haven Winery presents its 2018 concert series, with performances at the winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley. Events begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. 360-856-6248 or eaglehavenwinery.com/ events.

n July 20: Austin Jenckes. n Aug. 3: Jumbled Pie. n Aug. 10: Margaret Wilder Band. n Aug. 17: Whiskey Fever. n Aug. 31: CC Adams Band. n Sept. 8: Birdsview Bluegrass. n Sept. 15: Jill Newman Blues Band.

ANACORTES FREE CONCERT SERIES: 6 p.m (unless otherwise noted) Saturdays at Heart of Anacortes, 1014 Fourth St., Anacortes. n July 21: The Fantasy Band. n July 28: Cascadia Groove. n Aug. 11: Janie Cribbs and the T. Rust Band. n Aug. 18: Naughty Blokes.

Finish line means pie

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

WHIDBEY ISLAND — Cyclists will be peddling a little bit faster to reach a fresh slice of pie awaiting them at the end of the course at a unique Whidbey Island event.

The third annual Sea, Trees & Pie Bike Ride is a noncompetitive ride for those who enjoy the outdoors — and pie.

The scenic bike ride gets rolling at 10 a.m.

Sunday, July 22, from the birding platform near the Coupeville ferry terminal in the state park. Riders choose from three routes: a 5-, 10- or 20-mile loop around the nature area.

WHIDBEY CAMANO LAND TRUST

Whidbey Pies will provide slices of pie for riders at the end of their journey.

Proceeds benefit the Whidbey Camano Land Trust, a nonprofit nature conservation organization.

Registration: $30 adults, $15 children (ages 6-16), open until noon Friday, July 20, wclt.org/bikeride. A $10 Discover Pass is required for daytime parking at the park.

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BELLWETHER SUMMER SOUNDS: The Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham, presents the 2018 Blues, Brews and BBQ series with live music, microbrews on tap and an outdoor barbecue at 5 p.m. each Thursday during the summer. 360-392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com/ featured/blues-brewsbbq. n July 19: Baby Cakes. n July 26: Stacy Jones Band. n Aug. 2: Mama Dirty Skirt. n Aug. 9: Staxx Brothers. n Aug. 16: The Atlantics. n Aug. 23: Chris Eger Band. n Aug. 30: Baby Cakes. n Sept. 6: Miller Campbell.

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OUT & ABOUT BELLINGHAM FESTIVAL OF MUSIC: Poulenc: “Gloria.” Bellingham Festival Chorus with Maria Valdes, soprano. Berlioz: “Symphonie Fantastique,” 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 20, Western Washington University Performing Arts Center. Preconcert talk at 6:30 p.m. bellinghamfestival.org.

MOUNT VERNON RIVERWALK CONCERT SERIES: 6 to 8 p.m.

Thursdays, Riverwalk in downtown Mount Vernon. Free admission.

360-428-8547 or mountvernonchamber.com. n July 19: Janie Cribbs and the T.Rust Band. n July 26: Chris Eger Band and the Powerhouse Horns. n Aug. 2: Knut Bell and The 360s. n Aug. 9: The Atlantics. n Aug. 16: Soulfunktion. n Aug. 23: Bobby Holland and the Breadline. n Aug. 30: The Sky Colony.

ROCK THE ‘MONT: 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 28, Eaglemont Golf Course, 4800 Eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon. Local bands include The Chris Eger Band, Gin Gypsy, Whiskey Fever, and Tighty Whities. Ages 21-plus. $50-100.

THE FAT FRIDAYS: Enjoy two hours of concert rock, blues and jazz with food vendors and activities beginning at 6 p.m. Sunday, July 29, at Riverfront Park, River Road, Sedro-Woolley.

Free.

AMERICAN ROOTS MUSIC SERIES: The

Washington State Parks Folk & Traditional Arts Program will present four outdoor concerts at the West Beach Amphitheater in Deception Pass State Park, 41020 Highway 20, Oak Harbor.

Concerts begin at 7 p.m. n July 21: Unexpected Brass Band, community brass band n July 28: Sedentary Sousa Band

with cirque performer Strangely. n Aug. 4: “Thor: Ragnarok” with cirque performer Clay Mazing. n Aug. 11: “The Sandlot” with Improv Playworks. n Aug. 18: “Black Panther” with touring musician Brian Ernst. n Aug. 25: “The Princess Bride” with special guests.

LECTURES & TALKS

MOVIES IN THE PARK: Burlington Parks and Recreation presents outdoor movies in the park at Skagit River Soccer Fields, 1100 S. Skagit St., Burlington.

Bring camping chairs and blankets. Free. 360755-9649. n July 27: “Spider-Man Homecoming” (PG-13) on a 20-foot screen, 9:30 p.m.

AUDUBON AT THE MUSEUM: Join experts from the North Cascades Audubon Society in the John M. Edson Hall of Birds from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, July 22, at the Whatcom Museum at Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham.

TRANSITION FIDALGO & FRIENDS: Join Transition Fidalgo & Friends for a free presentation on “Attracting Pollinators,” with Virgene Link, at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 31, at the Anacortes Senior Center, 1701 22nd St.

MORE FUN

CHILDREN’S ART FESTIVAL: Enjoy local children’s entertainment, hands-on arts and crafts, face painting and more from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at Hillcrest Park, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon.

FAIRHAVEN OUTDOOR CINEMA: Fairhaven’s Village Green, 1207 10th St, Bellingham. $5, free for kids under age 5. fairhavenoutdoorcinema.com or 360-733-2682. n July 21: “The Greatest Showman” with Jules the Juggler. n July 28: “Coco”

POPCORN IN THE PARK OUTDOOR MOVIES: Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville. Movies begin at dusk (approximately 9 p.m.). Free. n July 21: “Jumanji” (PG-13). n July 28: “Cars 3” (G). n Aug. 4 “Wonder Woman” (PG-13). n Aug. 11: “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (PG-13).

THE GREAT FERNDALE MIDSUMMER MYSTERY: Someone has stolen the spirit of Ferndale; join the citywide scavenger hunt through July 24. Grab a scorecard from City Hall, 2095 Main St., or download one from cityofferndale.com and look for clues posted on the city’s Facebook and Twitter feeds. Winners receive prizes.

BREWERS CRUISE:

Quilts on the Beach set for July 28

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

CAMANO ISLAND — Hand-crafted quilts are coming to a beach near you.

Cama Beach Quilters will host the 2018 Quilts on the Beach Expo from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at Cama Beach State Park.

The expo includes sewing activities for all ages, custom-made quilts and handmade items for purchase, a quilt raffle and a bus ride with a Cama Beach quilter. The bus ride takes off from Terry’s Corner at 11:50 a.m. and returns at 3:15 p.m.

The event is free but a Discover Pass is required for parking at Cama Beach State Park ($10).

RSVP: 360-678-9536 or travel@islandtransit. org.

Hop aboard the Victoria Star and taste a variety of local brews on Wednesday cruises from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. through September. Must be 21 or over. $39. Book at whales. com or 1-800-443-4552 or 360-738-8099. Cruises depart form the Alaska Ferry Terminal, 355 Harris Ave., No. 104, Bellingham.

FIND WALDO: Everyone is invited to join this monthlong scavenger hunt for the elusive Waldo hidden in up to 25 local businesses around Fairhaven and in Lynden. Pick up a “Find Waldo” passport and look for the Waldo decal on the windows of participating business-

SET CRUISES: Climb aboard San Juan Cruises’ Victoria Star for a two-hour cruise departing at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and learn from historians Brian Griffin and Doug Starcher.

Cruises are July 24 and 31 and Aug. 7, 14, 21 and 28, and depart from the Bellingham Ferry Terminal, 355 Harris Ave., Bellingham. $35.

SHIPWRECK DAY: The 38th annual Shipwreck Day, featuring vendors selling everything from garage sale items to antiques, will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21, in downtown Anacortes. 360-299-9390.

es, go inside to search for Waldo and get your passport stamped when you find him.

WORLD CIDER STYLES AND FOOD PAIRINGS: Washington State University Northwest Research and Extension Center, 16650 Highway 536, Mount Vernon, will host a workshop featuring ciders from around the world at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21. $30 individual, $55 couple. Ages 21 and older. ciderandfood. brownpapertickets.com.

SIN & GIN WALKING TOURS: Learn about the history of Bellingham at these guided walking tours at 7 p.m. on weekends. Fairhaven tours are Friday nights, downtown tours are Saturday nights. $15. goodtimegirlstours.com.

MIND BODY SPIRIT FAIR: The annual Mind, Body, Spirit Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at Center for Spiritual Living Bellingham, 2224 Yew St. Road. $5. mindbodyspiritbellingham.com.

LGBTQ COFFEE TALK: Black Drop Coffeehouse hosts an LGBTQIA social hour for the community from 9 to 10:30 a.m. every Saturday at 300 W. Champion St., Bellingham.

VIVA FARMS DINNER: Join Viva Farms for a farm-to-table dinner celebrating the next generation of family farms at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 21, at the farm, 16470 Highway 20, Mount Vernon. $110.

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OUT & ABOUT WHIDBEY PLAYHOUSE SUMMER PICNIC: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 21.

RSVP and learn more by contacting office@ whidbeyplayhouse.com or call 360-679-2237.

ALGER SUNDAY MARKET: The barter-friendly neighborhood cooperative market will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday, July 22, at Alger Community Hall, 18735 Parkview Lane, Burlington.

BELLINGHAM CAR SHOW: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 22, 2211 Rimland Drive, Bellingham. Sponsored by the Vietnam Veterans of America Ron Davenport Memorial Chapter 165 with all proceeds benefitting Whatcom County veterans. Free to attend.

CAMP KOREY GOLF TOURNAMENT: Monday, July 23, Eaglemont Golf Course, 4800 Eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon. Registration starts at 10:30 a.m. campkorey.org/golf FIDALGO SCHOOL REUNION: A reunion to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Old Fidalgo School on March Point will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 28, at the new Fidalgo School, 13590 Gibralter Road, Anacortes.

FIELD GAMES: The City of Ferndale will host an afternoon of field games from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at VanderYacht Park, 1900 Washington St., Ferndale. All ages and abilities welcome.

CHUCKANUT BREWERY ANNIVERSARY: Chuckanut Brewery is celebrating 10 years of brewing beer with its 10 Days of 10 Years of Chuckanut, which wraps up July 22.

Each day has a special activity to honor each year. For more information, visit the brewery at 601 W. Holly St., Bellingham, or chuckanutbrewery.com.

TREE FARMER OF THE YEAR AWARDS: Visit the 2018 Washington State Tree Farmer of the Year’s tree farm from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, July 21, at Nourse Tree Farm, 1130 Stanwood Bryant Road, Arlington.

SOCRATES CAFE MEETS: Join a moderated philosophical conversation at the Socrates Cafe, where everyone is welcome and no preparation is needed, at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 21, at Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St. The discussion topic is “Can cultural crises in societies cause spiritual crises in individuals?”

SEA, TREES, & PIE BIKE RIDE: The event on Whidbey Island will begin at 10 a.m.

Sunday, July 22. Choose between three scenic loops of varying length that start and finish at the state park near the Coupeville ferry terminal. Registration: $30 adult, $15 ages 6-16.

Register at wclt.org/ bikeride.

RELAY FOR LIFE FUNDRAISER: Paint a masterpiece on canvas while supporting Team Danza at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 26, at Local 20

Arlington tree farm celebrates award with open house

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

ARLINGTON — Nourse Tree Farm, the 2018 Tree Farmer of the Year, will host an open house and tour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 21.

The award, given by the Washington Tree Farm Program, recognizes the New family’s commitment to wildlife and habitat restoration, sustainable practices and recreation. The family also donates firewood to community members in need via a local church.

For more information, visit watreefarm.org/ events.

Taproom, 102 Woodworth St., Sedro-Woolley. $40.

STEAMPUNK FESTIVAL: The Bellingham Steampunk Society presents The Fairhaven Steampunk Festival: Mr. Flip’s Carnival of Wonders and Curiosities, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at Fairhaven Village Green, 1207 10th St., Bellingham. Free to attend, will include vendors, activities, author panels and a costume contest. bellinghamsteampunk.org.

S-W MUSEUM EXHIBIT: “Skagit Steel: Inventive Industry from Sedro-Woolley to the World” will open from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at the Sedro-Woolley Museum,

places that make the museum so special, through Aug. 19. $5 adults, $4 children and seniors.

LOOKING AHEAD

FIRST SATURDAY ART WALK: Enjoy a night of local art at downtown Mount Vernon’s First Saturday Art Walk on Saturday, Aug. 4. mountvernondowntown.org.

NOURSE TREE FARM

Jenn Parker, Tyler Parker, Dave New, Dar New, Jeff Parker and Alex Parker.

727 Murdock St., Sedro-Woolley. 360-8552390 or sedro-woolleymuseum.com.

QUIDDITCH FESTIVAL: Join in a game of Quidditch with the Rain City Raptors from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, July 28, at Skagit River Park, 1100 S. Skagit St., Burlington. Muggles of all ages are invited to this free festival featuring Hogwarts-inspired games and activities.

“MR. POPPER’S PENGUIN”: This year’s film in the “Read the Book, See the Movie” program at the Mount Vernon City Library will be shown at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at the Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. Free.

ANNUAL NUBIAN JAM: The Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee will host The Nubian Jam from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, July 28. Enjoy attractions, food, entertainment and vendors at Forest Park, 820 E. Mukilteo Blvd., Everett. nubianjameverett.com.

SUMMER FEST: A family fun event with hands-on educational activities will be held from 1 to 3 p.m.

Saturday, July 28, at the Evergreen Arboretum in Legion Park, 145 Alverson Blvd., Everett.

Free.

“50 YEARS OF MEMORIES”: Skagit County Historical Museum, 501 S. Fourth St., La Conner, will present the stories, people and

COMMUNITY HANG-UP ART SHOW PREVIEW: Mount Vernon Downtown Association will host a Community Hang-Up Art Show preview from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, at the Front Gallery, 420 Myrtle St. The work will also be on display during the First Saturday Art Walk on Aug. 4.

ART IN THE ALLEY: Enjoy music, food trucks, beer & wine, art demonstrations, raffles and more at Jansen Art Center’s six-year anniversary at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 4, at the center, 321 Front St., Lynden. $25. jansenartcenter.org.

“ALL BIRDS FLY”: The show at WaterWorks Gallery represents a fusion of forms: painted surfaces on the wall and ceramic sculptures on pedestals

by Robin and John Gumaelius and Michael Dickter. The show will run through August with a reception from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3. The gallery is located at 315 Argyle Ave., Friday Harbor, and is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

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OUT & ABOUT

Celebrate all things raspberries in Lynden

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

LYNDEN — Celebrate the raspberry at the Northwest Raspberry Festival on Friday and Saturday, July 20-21.

Festivities include local bands, crafts, beer garden, raspberry wine tasting and more.

Friday kicks off the festival with face painting, a three-on-three basketball tournament and no shortage of raspberry tastings.

On Saturday, the day starts with a raspberry all-youcan-eat pancake breakfast at the Lynden Community Center.

The Razz & Shine Cruise-In will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visit lynden. org for more information.

ART BY THE BAY: The 26th anniversary of Art By the Bay will take place Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 18-19, in Stanwood. To apply: stanwoodcamanoarts. com/art-by-the-bay.

SUMMER’S END: The third Summer’s End Music and Arts Gathering will take place from noon to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17, at Zuanich Point Park, 2600 N. Harbor Loop Drive, Bellingham. The festival will bring together over 65 local artists, vendors, food trucks and creatives. Presale tickets are $20 and payment plans are available. summersendfest.com.

RECESS MONKEY: The Grammy-nominated trio will wrap up the Culture and Recreation’s Children’s Summer

Concert Series at noon Wednesday, Aug. 8, at Jennings Memorial Park, 6915 Armar Road, Marysville.

LUCINDA DAVIS: Jesse Kennedy will tell the story of Lucinda Davis, a pioneer woman of the North Cascades, at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave. Free.

WALDORF 101: A presentation on Waldorf Education founder and philosopher Rudolf Steiner, who over 100 years ago asserted that the cornerstone of social renewal would be the family farm, will be held at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 14, at the Skagit Valley Food Co-op, 202 S. First St., Mount Vernon. Free.

FIREFIGHTER STORY TIME: Children of all ages are invited to join Burlington Fire Department from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, in Maiben Park, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington, for a half-hour story time. Free.

AUDUBON AT THE MUSEUM: Join experts from the North Cascades Audubon Society in the John M. Edson Hall of Birds from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, July 22, at the Whatcom Museum at Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham.

TIE-DYE YOUR SHIRT: Bring a shirt, blouse, pants or sheets and the dye will be provided. The free event will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday,

Aug. 4, at VanderYacht Park, 1900 Washington St., Ferndale.

HOW TO CREATE A SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE: Learn how to transform your landscape at this free presentation at 11 a.m.

Saturday, Aug. 4, at Asuza Farm and Garden, 14904 State Route 20, Mount Vernon.

Covers materials selection, soils, vegetation, hydrology, health and well being.

SIDEWALK CHART ART FEST: People of all skill levels are welcome to participate from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 4, at Dakota Art Store, 1322 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Chalk kits sold for $5-$10 or bring your own materials.

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ON STAGE in the Skagit Valley and surrounding area July 20-29 Friday.20

”Spamalot”: 7 p.m., Ludus Performing Arts, 2320 California St., Everett. $12-$15. ludusperformingarts.org.

MUSIC Bellingham Festival of Music: 7:30 p.m., Western Washington University Performing Arts Center, 516 High St., Bellingham. $12-$49. bellinghamfestival.org.

”Hound of the Baskervilles”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

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THEATER ”King Lear”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org.

COMEDY Rob Schneider: 8 p.m., Pacific Showroom, The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-275-2448 or theskagit.com.

”Spamalot”: 7 p.m., Ludus Performing Arts, 2320 California St., Everett. $12-$15. ludusperformingarts.org.

THEATER ”King Lear”: 1 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org.

Saturday.21 MUSIC Bebel Gilberto: 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $24-$39. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

”Spamalot”: 2 and 7 p.m., Ludus Performing Arts, 2320 California St., Everett. $12-$15. ludusperformingarts. org.

THEATER ”Titus Andronicus”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org.

”Titus Andronicus”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org. ”Hound of the Baskervilles”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

”Spamalot”: 7 p.m., Ludus Performing Arts, 2320 California St., Everett. $12-$15. ludusperformingarts.org.

Sunday.22 THEATER ”King Lear”: 4 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org. ”Spamalot”: 2 p.m., Ludus Performing Arts, 2320 California St., Everett. $12-$15. ludusperformingarts.org.

Wednesday.25 MUSIC Leo Kottke: 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $35-$50. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

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Saturday.21 BEBEL GILBERTO 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Theatre, 712 S. First St., Mount Vernon. $24-$39. 360-336-8955 or lincolntheatre.org.

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THEATER ”King Lear”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org.

COMEDY Rob Schneider: 8 p.m., Pacific Showroom, The Skagit Casino Resort, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow. 877-275-2448 or theskagit.com.

”Spamalot”: 7 p.m., Ludus Performing Arts, 2320 California St., Everett. $12-$15. ludusperformingarts.org.

THEATER ”Titus Andronicus”: 7 p.m., Rexville-Blackrock Amphitheatre, 19299 Rexville Grange Road, Mount Vernon. $10-$35. shakesnw.org.

”Hound of the Baskervilles”: 7:30 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. Dress rehearsal; free. 360293-6829 or acttheatre.com.

Sunday.29 THEATER ”Hound of the Baskervilles”: 2 p.m., ACT Theatre, 918 M Ave., Anacortes. $20. 360-293-6829 or acttheatre. com.

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TUNING UP Playing at area venues July 19-26 Thursday.19

Janie Cribbs and the T.Rust Band: 6 p.m., Riverwalk, downtown Mount Vernon. Free admission. 360-428-8547 or mountvernonchamber. com.

Baby Cakes: 5 p.m., Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham. 360-392-3100 or hotelbellwether.com/ featured/blues-brewsbbq.

Deadly D, Ill Zakiel, Breed Tha Loc, Sleek Illanoiz: 8 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham. $6. 360-770-1067 or shakedownbellingham. com.

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Friday.20 AUSTIN JENCKES 7 p.m., Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley.

360-856-6248 or eaglehavenwinery.com/events.

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Friday. 20 MAMA DIRTY SKIRT 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $10. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse. com.

Brother Dege: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $10.

360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Mama Dirty Skirt: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/ Main, Conway. $10.

360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

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Jean-Jaques Têtu: 6 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. Free. 360-3543600 or jansenartcenter. org.

The Lemon Creek Band: 8:30 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360-422-6411.

Gertrude’s Hearse: 8:30 p.m., H2O, 314 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. anacortesh2o. com or 360-755-3956.

Austin Jenckes: 7 p.m., Eagle Haven Winery, 8243 Sims Road, Sedro-Woolley. 360-8566248 or eaglehavenwinery.com/events.

Boxcutter PNW, Potbelly, Ground Score, Apostate Cancer: 8 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham. $8.

360-770-1067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

Katchafire, E.N Young & Imperial Sound, Sons Of Zion, Notis Heavyweight Rockaz: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. $17.

360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

Friday.20

Great Grandpa, Special Explosion: 8 p.m., The Shakedown, 1212 State St., Bellingham. $10. 360-770-1067 or shakedownbellingham.com.

Animals of Grace: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360-399-1805 or aneliaskitchenandstage. com.

Groove Bots, Boombox Kid: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham.

360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

The Fantasy Band: 6 to 8 p.m., Heart of Anacortes, 4th and O streets, Anacortes. theheartofanacortes.com.

Stardrums & Lady Keys with Lonnie Williams: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $15. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

The Lemon Creek Band: 8:30 p.m., Big Lake Bar & Grill, 18247 Highway 9, Mount Vernon. 360-422-6411.

Forest Beutel: 7:30 p.m., Anelia’s Kitchen & Stage, 513 S. First St., La Conner. 360-399-1805 or aneliaskitchenandstage. com.

The Groove Bots: 8:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360-766-6266 or theoldedison.com.

Blind Pilot, Horse Feathers: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham. $20.

360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

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Travelin’ Light: 6 to 9 p.m., Bourbon Bar and Grill, 108 W. Main St., Everson. 360-7468285.

B’Nassa: 1 p.m., Gilkey Square, Morris Avenue and First Street, La Conner. members.lovelaconner. com/events/details/ la-conner-live-sunday-concert-series-06-03-2018-4777.

Ron Bailey & The Tangents: 5:30 p.m., The Old Edison, 5829 Cains Court, Bow. 360766-6266 or theoldedison.com.

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Creech, Young Jesus, Cat Valley: 9 p.m., Wild Buffalo, 208 W. Holly St., Bellingham.

360-746-8733 or wildbuffalo.net.

Wednesday.25 Janette West: 6 p.m., Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery, 320 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Free. 360588-1720 or anacortesrockfish.com.

Nick Anthony: 7 to 9 p.m., Evelyn’s Tavern, 12667 Highway 9, Clear Lake. 360-399-1321.

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Chris Eger Band and the Powerhouse Horns: 6 p.m., Riverwalk, downtown Mount Vernon. Free. 360-4288547 or mountvernonchamber.com.

Ira Wolf & Lee Henke: 7:30 p.m., Conway Muse, 18444 Spruce/Main, Conway. $10. 360-445-3000 or conwaymuse.com.

Scrub Hubner: 6 p.m., Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. Free. 360-3543600 or jansenartcenter. org.

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OUT & ABOUT POKER RUN FUNDRAISER: Heart to Heart Charity’s fourth annual motorcycle Poker Run fundraiser will start at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4., at Bingham Park, Sedro-Woolley. $20 per bike/rider. Email hearttoheartcharity@gmail. com to register.

TALL SHIPS: Tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain return to Blaine Harbor Marina on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 4-5. historicalseaport.com or 800-200-5239.

STORY TIME STRETCHES AND CRAFTS: Enjoy story time, yoga activities and summer crafts from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 4, at Marblemount Community Hall, 60155 Highway 20, Marblemount.

FANTASTIC VOYAGE: Teenagers in grades 7-12 can sail aboard the Adventuress, Puget Sound’s environmental tall ship, and learn about marine science, local history and sailing from Sunday, Aug. 5, through Friday, Aug. 10. $785. soundexp.org.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: Marysville will celebrate the 35th Annual National Night Out from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, at Jennings Park.

CHRISTIANSON’S ANTIQUE FAIR & VINTAGE MARKET: Four shopping locations within Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon, will sell antiques and vintage treasures on Aug. 10-11. Times: 5 to

8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10, $10 admission (must be 21 or older); 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, free admission. christiansonsnursery. com or 360-466-3821.

Kla Ha Ya Days returns to Snohomish

FIDALGO BAY DAY: 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept.

15, Fidalgo Bay RV Resort, 4701 Fidalgo Bay Road. The free event is designed to increase public awareness and foster environmental stewardship. Interactive displays, games, kid-friendly crafts, Samish canoe rides, free seafood samples and more.

GREEN & WHITE OPEN: A charitable golf tournament to support Mount Vernon Public School District will be held Friday, Aug. 10, at Eaglemont Golf Course, 4800 Eaglemont Drive.

Register by July 31 at supportmvschools.org.

LYMAN-HAMILTON REUNION PICNIC: The all-school reunion potluck picnic will be held at noon Saturday, Aug. 11, at Lyman City Park.

“BIG GUNS” REDEDICATION: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the big guns at Fort Casey at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, at Fort Casey Historical State Park, 1280 Engle Road, Coupeville.

TOUCH A TRUCK: Children of all ages are invited to explore specialized vehicles that help build a better world from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Aug. 14, at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave. The event will feature vehicles ranging from street sweepers to fire engines.

All ages. Free, library card not required.

UNIFLITE RENDEZVOUS: A group of Uniflite boat owners will get together at Cap Sante Marina, Port of Anacortes, 1019 Q Ave., beginning at 1 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 17, until 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19.

WARBIRD WEEK-

tainable farming with a free self-guided tour or pay $10 for a VIP Badge to support the Sustainable Connections Food & Farming Program. eatlocalfirst.org.

KLA HA YA DAYS

By Skagit Valley Herald staff

SNOHOMISH — The Kla Ha Ya Days Festival is back, bringing the community together through celebrating the natural beauty and goodwill of Snohomish and its residents through Sunday, July 22.

A megaraptor and tyrannosaurus rex

will be featured in the parade, which will begin at 10:30 a.m. Saturday down First Street. The dinosaurs (large-scale puppets designed by Universal Studios) are provided by DinoCrew NW. The festival will also include a carnival, circus, frogtastic kids fair, street fair, 5K River Run, car and motorcycle show and more. klahayadays.com.

18, at Faith Lutheran Church, 2750 McLeod Road, Bellingham.

END: Celebrate aviation on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 17-18, at the Heritage Flight Museum, 15053 Crosswind Drive, Burlington. Enjoy a barbecue dinner and music Friday from 5 to 10 p.m. for $55 and receive free admission to Fly Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. heritageflight. org.

SUMMER GARDEN PARTY: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, Skagit Valley Food Co-op, 202 S. First St., Mount Vernon. The family-friendly event will feature local farmers and producers. Free.

BIRCHWOOD BLOCK PARTY AND TRUNK SALE: Enjoy free hot dogs, ice cream, lemonade, music and more from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug.

TAYLOR DRIVING SCHOOLS JOB FAIR & BBQ: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 18, Taylor Driving Schools, 650 N. Burlington Blvd., Burlington. taylordriv-

ingschools.com FERNDALE STREET FESTIVAL: 6 to 11 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 24, Second Avenue; 6 to 11 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 25.

Vendors, beer, wine, live music and family fun.

THE RIVER: Sandra Noel will read from her book of poems at 4 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 30, at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham.

WHATCOM FARM TOUR WEEKEND: Saturday and Sunday, Sept.

8-9. Learn about sus-

FRIENDSHIP WALK: The 11th annual Friendship Walk and 5K Run will take place at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept.

22, at Legion Memorial Park, 114 N Olympic Ave., Arlington. Register at runsignup.com/ Race/WA/Arlington/ Friendship5KRunWalk ($20-25).

MOUNT VERNON CEMETERY TOUR: Enjoy an historic tour from noon to 4 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 30, at the Mount Vernon Cemetery, 1200 E. Fir St., Mount Vernon. Actors will share the stories of some of the unique people for whom this is their final resting place. $10-$12.

FAMILY PROMISE BED RACE: The second annual bed race will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, at the Civic Field parking lot, 1255 Civic Field Way, Bellingham. The race benefits InterFaith Coalition’s outreach to assist children and families experiencing homelessness.

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HOT TICKETS BRAD PAISLEY, BLAKE SHELTON: Aug. 3-5, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

ISLEY BROTHERS, POINTER SISTERS: Aug. 3, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip.

360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

MOUNT BAKER R & B FESTIVAL: Aug. 3-5, Deming Log Show fairgrounds, Bellingham. bakerblues. com ortickettomato.com/ event/5325.

CHRIS BOTTI, MORGAN JAMES : Aug. 4, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-4881133 or ste-michelle.com/ visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

WEEZER, THE PIXIES: Aug. 4, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

PEARL JAM: Aug. 8, 10, Safeco Field, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation. com.

GYPSY KINGS: Aug. 10, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-4881133 or ste-michelle.com/ visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES, TRAIN: Aug. 11, KeyArena, Seattle. 800745-3000 or livenation. com.

CLINT BLACK, SARA EVANS: Aug. 16, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphithe-

Burlington Public Library’s SKAGIT RIVER PARK | JULY 28TH, 2018 11AM - 3PM

atre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

LADY ANTEBELLUM, DARIUS RUCKER, RUSSELL DICKERSON: Aug. 17, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

KID ROCK: Aug. 18, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com ALICE COOPER: Aug. 19, Angel of The Winds Area, Everett.

866.332.8499 or angelofthewindsarena.com.

STYX: Aug. 23, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip. 360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

SLAYER, LAMB OF GOD, ANTHRAX, TESTAMENT: Aug. 23, Sunlight Supply Amphitheatre, Ridgefield. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

BEN HARPER AND CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE: Aug. 24, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

SMASHING PUMPKINS: Aug. 24, KeyArena, Seattle. 360-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

SLAYER, LAMB OF GOD, ANTHRAX, TESTAMENT: Aug. 24, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or kiswpaininthegrass.com.

ALICE IN CHAINS, THE CULT, STONE TEMPLE PILOTS, BUSH: Aug.

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LOBOS: Sept. 8, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

LAKE STREET DIVE: Sept. 13, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW: Sept. 14, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

TOBY KEITH, NED LEDOUX: Sept. 15, Washington State Fair, Puyallup.

888-559-3247 or thefair. com.

AVETT BROTHERS, THE HEAD & THE HEART: Sept. 15, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

LYLE LOVETT AND HIS LARGE BAND: Sept. 15, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-4881133 or ste-michelle.com/ visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS, CHEAP TRICK: Sept. 19, Washington State Fair, Puyallup.

888-559-3247 or thefair. com.

BRETT ELDREDGE, RUNAWAY JUNE, DEVIN DAWSON: Sept. 20, Washington State Fair, Puyallup. 888-559-3247 or thefair.com.

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PEARL JAM Aug. 8, 10, Safeco Field, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

25, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800745-3000 or kiswpaininthegrass.com.

STEVE MILLER BAND, PETER FRAMPTON: Aug. 25-26, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

AVENGED SEVENFOLD, PROPHETS OF RAGE, THREE DAYS GRACE: Aug. 26, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-745-3000 or kiswpaininthegrass.com.

ZAC BROWN BAND: Aug. 31, Safeco Field, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

DAVE MATTHEWS BAND: Aug. 31-Sept. 2, Gorge Amphitheatre, George. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

FOO FIGHTERS: Sept.

1, Safeco Field, Seattle.

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800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

ROD STEWART: Sept.

1, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

GAME OF THRONES LIVE CONCERT EXPERIENCE: Sept. 6, KeyArena, Seattle. 800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

RODRIGO Y GABRIELA: Sept. 7, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

EVANESCENCE, LINDSAY STERLING: Sept. 7, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

DWIGHT YOAKAM, JOE NICHOLS: Sept. 8, Tulalip Resort Casino Amphitheatre, Tulalip.

360-716-6000 or ticketmaster.com.

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JOHN FOGERTY: July 19-20, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

CHRIS STAPLETON: July 21, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

SHERYL CROW: July 21-22, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

PHISH: July 22, Gorge Amphitheatre, George.

800-745-3000 or livenation.com.

FOREIGNER: July 27, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn. 800-7453000 or livenation.com.

JACKSON BROWNE: July 27-28, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

TAJ MAHAL/KEB’ ‘MO’ BAND, DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND: July 29, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville. 425-4881133 or ste-michelle.com/ visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

ZZ TOP, TIM MONTANA: July 30, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville.

425-488-1133 or ste-michelle.com/visit-us/summer-concerts/list.

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TRAVEL

The pull of the prairie

By ANDREW EVANS Chicago Tribune

Bison run faster than humans, I thought on my morning jog, as I panted down the slope.

They weigh more too — around 1,400 pounds. One of those beasts could crush me flat and not even notice.

I ran a little distance before looking back at the low ridge, where 50 or 60 bison posed like breathing statues, the morning sun lighting up the smoky exhale of their nostrils. The massive animals showed less interest in me than in the dewy grass around them, but they had surely seen me running, just a few hundred yards away, with nothing between us but the wild, uninterrupted prairie.

There was no easy way around the herd of buffalo. I would have to wait for them to finish grazing and move onward. I continued my run, leaving the faded trail and plodding across the undefined landscape of dirt, sage and scrub. My eyes watched the busy ground, flexing with ant highways and beetles, jumpy locusts and white butterflies.

As I ran, I could only hear my shoes slapping the earth and the squeaky whistle of an unseen western meadowlark. In every direction, the horizon was wonderfully empty.

It’s not easy reaching the middle of nowhere. We flew from Chicago to Bozeman, Mont., and drove six hours into the infinite grasslands of north-central Montana. Phillips County is one of the least densely populated counties in the U.S., with less than one human per square mile. Our paved road ended in the gold-mining outpost of Zortman, where we turned westward, into the glowing green heart of the reserve. Like so much of Montana, the unbound sky was bold and giant,

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The American Prairie Reserve is open for camping year round.

rolling with storms, then cast with sunbeams and blue. Flippant Americans call this flyover country, but it looks more like America than anywhere else I know — the America of the Sioux and Assiniboine, of Lewis and Clark and Norwegian homesteaders, and the America of virgin prairie and healthy wildlife.

Few places remain where you can witness American bison roaming fenceless in their native habitat. Yellowstone National Park is such a destination, with over 4 million visitors a year and bumperto-bison traffic through summer. The American Prairie Reserve is a lesser-known site, a bit more off-the-beaten path, but utterly immense in its scope and vision.

This nature reserve-in-progress is stitched together from public and private lands, linking the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument and Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge and expanding their reach with Bureau of Land Management claims and purchased ranches that culminate in the largest protected fence-free prairie in the world.

I had arrived in Montana well after the bison herds were re-established, representing the closest living gene pool to those bison that once swarmed the plains before westward expansion. On that first

morning, I had encountered them on my run. The bisons’ disregard of me is a sign of conservation success. The half-dozen caramel-colored calves hovering behind their mothers would never know a fence in their lifetime, I hoped.

I waited for the herd to move on before running back to camp, thrilled by my spontaneous interlude with America’s iconic land mammal.

After a breakfast of iron skillet pancakes and campfire bacon, we ventured out in search of another animal herd, albeit smaller and subterranean. Most ranchers and farmers view prairie dogs as pests that dig holes where cattle can fall and break legs, yet these remarkable rodents are essential to the ecosystem. Convincing cattlemen not to shoot or flood or poison a prairie dog colony is part of the long conservation battle and fundamental mission of the American Prairie Reserve.

To quietly observe a wild prairie dog colony is extraordinary — a few slow minutes pass until a tiny furry head pops up from the ground, cautious and alert. Suddenly, I was surrounded on every side by high-pitched chirping.

This is not a zoo or some special-access zone of nature — it is simply the American prairie as it was meant to be: unfettered, unbothered, open, free and flourishing. I watched the real-life nature show of

IF YOU GO The American Prairie Reserve (americanprairie. org) welcomes visitors year-round. Tent sites and RV hookups are available at Buffalo Camp for a minimal charge, and camping on public lands is permitted.

For those who don’t want to rough it, the reserve’s Kestrel Camp offers five climate-controlled yurts with expert-led tours and gourmet dining for around $1,000 a person per night.

prairie dogs minus any cutesy voiceover or jarring commercial breaks. The fact that more Americans know the prairie from the TV than from this beautiful moment is precisely why we need the American Prairie Reserve.

My travels have taken me to Botswana to track lions and central India in search of tigers.

I’ve witnessed the safari industry in full swing, as Americans suit up in khaki and fly to Africa in search of true wilderness.

But we have all that right here. The American prairie is our Serengeti — our own savannah coming back to life.

There were lone coyotes and leaping pronghorn that flew across the land as the plains became sandstone bluffs that dropped into deep gorges of the curvy Missouri River. At night, there were stars — unbelievable stars and the brilliant Milky Way. We stayed three nights out there. I quickly lost count of the buffalo and stopped checking my phone for reception. I began listening to the wind in the grass. And I finally let go, running on the plain, dipping my toes in the summer river, closing my eyes against the sun, and touching the strong and infinite nature of my own country.

Local travel briefs FOR THE BIRDS: Skagit Guided Adventures offers a variety of birding tours daily around Skagit Valley and surrounding areas. Reservations required: 360-474-7479 or skagitguidedadventures.com.

SHORT TRIPS: Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation offers travel opportunities for ages 8 and older (adult supervision required for ages 17 and younger). Trips depart from and return to Hillcrest Park, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon. For information or to register, call 360-336-6215.

RECREATION WITHOUT BORDERS: The organization offers recreational trips, tours and adventures throughout the Northwest and British Columbia. 360-7667109 or recreationwithoutborders.com.

OAK HARBOR DAY TRIPS: The Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St., offers fun day trips for members. For details, call the travel desk at 360-279-4587.

STATE VISITOR CALL CENTER: The Washington Tourism Alliance’s ExperienceWA Call Center is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. 1-800-544-1800 or tourisminfo@watourismalliance.com.

Staff members assist travelers who have questions, refer them to specific destination marketing organizations and other travel resources across the state for more detailed information, and take orders for the Washington State Visitors Guide.

PASSPORT APPLICATIONS: Anacortes Public Library, 1220 10th St., Anacortes, accepts new passport applications and applications for passports that have been expired for more than five years by appointment from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and from 1 to 4 p.m.

Saturdays. Passport forms and information on fees and how to apply are available at travel.state.gov, or pick up an application and passport guide at the library.

Burlington Municipal Court accepts passport applications from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 311 Cedar St., Suite A, Burlington. New and renewal forms are available. 360-755-0492.

Post offices in Mount Vernon, Sedro-Woolley and Oak Harbor accept passport applications by appointment.

Contact individual offices for available days and times.

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AT THE LINCOLN

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‘First Reformed’ 7:30 P.M. FRIDAY, JULY 20 5:30 P.M. SUNDAY, JULY 22 7:30 P.M. MONDAY, JULY 23

JULY 21

Bebel Gilberto returns to the Lincoln with a new album recorded on her 2015 tour. Gilberto has recently started performing intimate versions of her songs live. As for covering the Radiohead song “Creep,” Bebel has always had a broad taste for pop music, from Prince to David Bowie to Bjork, but recording and performing this song has been a particularly profound experience.

“It’s a very truthful version for me, and it only came after many late nights of singing the song alone,” she said Bebel is the daughter of João Gilberto and singer Miúcha, and grew up sur-

rounded by her extended musically family, including her uncle Chico Buarque and family friends like Milton Nascimento, Tom Jobim, Caetano Veloso and João Donato. $24-$39. Lincoln members receive $2 off.

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$35-$50. Lincoln members receive a $2 discount.

For more information, see page E3.

— The Lincoln Theatre is located at 712 S. First St., downtown Mount Vernon. lincolntheatre.org or 360336-8955.

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BELLINGHAM — Hundreds of classic antique and newer cars will be on display and competing for prizes at the Bellingham Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 22, at Barkley Village, 2211 Rimland Drive.

The event is sponsored by the Vietnam Veterans of America Ron Davenport Memorial Chapter 165. Proceeds benefit veterans in Whatcom County.

The first 300 entries will be awarded dash plaques. Other awards include Vietnam Era Choice (1959-75), People’s Choice Motorcycle, Car and Truck.

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Reverend Ernst Toller (Ethan Hawke) is a solitary, middle-aged parish pastor at a small Dutch Reform church in upstate New York on the cusp of celebrating its 250th anniversary. Once a stop on the Underground Railroad, the church is now a tourist attraction catering to a dwindling congregation, eclipsed by its nearby parent church, Abundant Life, with its state-of-the-art facilities and 5,000-strong flock.

When a pregnant parishioner (Amanda Seyfried) asks Reverend Toller to counsel her husband, a radical environmentalist, the clergyman finds himself plunged into his own tormented past, and equally despairing future, until he finds redemption in an act of grandiose violence.

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ART

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Anacortes Arts Festival seeks volunteers for the 57th Anacortes Arts Festival on Aug. 3-5. Contact Geralyn at 293-6211 or volunteer@anacortesartsfestival.com. anacortesartsfestival.com.

COMMUNITY HANGUP: All artists ages 16 and older are invited to submit one work of art for the fifth Annual “Community Hang-Up” exhibition at the Front Gallery, 420 Myrtle St., Mount Vernon, debuting from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, and showing again from 2 to 5 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 4, as part of the First Saturday Art Walk. Drop off art from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Monday, July 30, at The Front Gallery. $20 entry fee. mountvernondowntown.org.

ART CLASSES

FIGURATIVE PAINTING DEMO: Jack Gunter and Alesandre Kargopoltsev will develop a painting in their respective styles and demonstrate technique at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 23, at Hadrian Stone Design Art Gallery, 5717 Gilkey Ave., Bow. Artists and students must bring their own supplies. $50.

KREATE WITH KARA: No experience necessary. n July 24: 4 p.m., La Conner Channel Lodge, 205 N. First St., La Conner. $40. n July 26: 6 p.m., Local 20 Taproom, 102 Woodworth St., Sedro-Woolley. $40.

TRI DEE ARTS WORKSHOPS: Art

classes on a variety of topics are available at Tri-Dee Arts, 215 S. First St., Mount Vernon. trideearts.com.

ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASSES: For beginners to advance.

Classes: $150 for series of three classes with Logan Fox. Art supply list available. Classes at The Good Stuff Art, 604 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. the goodstuffarts.com, 360-7553152 or kpeterson@ thegoodstuff.com.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST QUILT AND FIBER ARTS MUSEUM: Varied exhibits and classes are available to the public at 703 S. Second St., La Conner. Museum hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday through Sunday. Admission: $7, $5 students and military, free for members and children ages 11 and under. 360-466-4288 or laconnerquilts.org. n Fiber Fridays: bring any type of fiber art project, quilting, knitting, embellishing, etc., to work on while visiting with other fiber artists from 9 a.m. to noon every Friday. Free and open to all.

GAIL HARKER CENTER: Gail Harker Center for Creative Arts offers a variety of art classes and workshops for artists of every level at 12636 Chilberg Road, Mount Vernon. Online courses are also available. For information and a complete schedule: 360-466-0110 or gailcreativestudies.com.

PACIFIC NW SCHOOL: Choose from painting, photogra-

phy, fiber and 3D art workshops taught by professional artists at the Pacific NorthWest Art School, 15 NW Birch St., Coupeville. For information and a complete schedule: 360-678-3396 or pacificnorthwestartschool.com.

DAKOTA: Dakota Art Center offers a variety of art classes and workshops at 17873 Highway 536, Mount Vernon.

360-416-6556, ext. 5, or dakotaartcenter.com.

STANWOOD CAMANO ARTS GUILD: A Guilded Gallery, 8700 271st St. NW, Stanwood, offers a variety of art classes and workshops. For information or to register: 360-6292787 or stanwoodcamanoarts.com.

BOOKS

TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM: Ages 13-18 with chances to win prizes. Events will also be hosted at the library, 820 E. Washington Ave., Burlington. n Teen Battle of the Bands: 5 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 15. Bands must apply at the library by 5 p.m. Monday, July 23.

GREAT BOOKS READING GROUP MEETING: The Great Books Reading Group examines passages from important writings in history from 6 to 8 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave. 360-941-1437 and shunji.asari@gmail.com.

DANCE

BEGINNING LINE DANCING: 7 to 8 p.m.

Tuesdays, Burlington

Community Center, 1011 Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. $6 drop-in, $25 for five classes. Teens and adults. Register: burlingtonwa.gov/recreation or 360-755-9649.

FOLK DANCING: Skagit-Anacortes Folk Dancers meet Tuesdays at Bay View Civic Hall, 12615 C St., Bay View.

Learn to folk dance to a variety of international music. 7-9:30 p.m. First session free, $5 thereafter. No partners needed.

Gary or Ginny, 360766-6866.

SCOTTISH DANCING: Bellingham Scottish Country Dancers meet from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Fairhaven Library auditorium (upstairs), 1117 12th St., Bellingham. Wear comfortable clothes and soft-soled shoes without heels. $8 per class. For information, call Mary Anderson at 360-933-1779 or visit bellinghamscd.org.

JOLLY TIME CLUB: Dance to live music from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Thursdays at Hillcrest Lodge, 1717 S. 13th St., Mount Vernon. For information, contact Gisela at 360-424-5696.

MUSIC

MUSIC MAKER WITH HEIDI LARSEN: Experiment with music and sound at this free interactive event at 11 a.m. Friday, July 20, on the Upper Skagit Library lawn, 45770 B Main St., Concrete.

RAY SORIANO DRUMMING WORKSHOP: 2 to 3 p.m.

Friday, July 27, Upper Skagit Library, 45770 B Main St., Concrete. Free.

B’TOWN BATTLE OF THE BANDS: Teen bands will perform at the Downtown Burlington Visitors Center Amphitheater on Wednesday, Aug. 15. Band members must be between 12 and 19. Apply: Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave., or email jennyc@burlingtonwa.gov.

UKULELE FUN & SONG CIRCLE: 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland St. Free. Beginners welcome and loaner ukuleles available. Song sheets provided. 206-790-4862 or yogaheartspace0@ gmail.com.

BARBERSHOP HARMONY: Join the An-OChords, a four-part barbershop harmony group that meets at 7 p.m.

Thursdays at Bethany Covenant Church, 1318 18th St., Mount Vernon.

No experience necessary, no auditions required.

Learn by rote, you don’t have to read music. All ages welcome. anochords. org. 360-466-0109.

TIME FOR FIDDLERS: The Washington Old Time Fiddlers play at 6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Fridays of each month at the Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland.

St. Free; donations accepted. 360-630-1156.

SHELTER BAY CHORUS: Practices are held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Shelter Bay Clubhouse, 1000 Shoshone Drive, La Conner. New members welcome. No need to be a Shelter Bay resident. 360-223-3230.

SING IN HARMONY:

Join the women of Harmony Northwest Chorus from 6:30 to 9 p.m. every Monday at the Mount Vernon Senior Center, 1401 Cleveland Ave. Seeking women who like to sing a cappella music.

All skill levels welcome.

360-201-5861 or harmonynorthwest.org.

ANACORTES OPEN MIC: 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, Brown Lantern Ale House, 412 Commercial Ave., Anacortes.

360-293-2544.

OPEN MIC: Jam Night, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Thursdays, Conway Pub & Eatery, 18611 Main St., Conway. 360-445-4733.

RECREATION

SNOHOMISH SUMMER SMASH: July 20-22, Snohomish High School. Ages 14-18. Registration: $30 singles, $50 per doubles and mixed doubles teams. snohomishsummersmash.com.

CAMP KOREY GOLF CLASSIC: Monday, July 23, Eaglemont Golf Course, 4800 Eaglemont Drive, Mount Vernon.

Registration and lunch begin at 10:30 a.m., with a shotgun scramble at noon. An awards dinner barbecue will be held at 5:30 p.m. $125 per person. Register: percampkorey.org/golf.

GURNEY TOURNEY: The first Gurney Tourney three-on-three basketball tournament will be held Saturday, July 28, at Maiben Park, 1011 E. Greenleaf Ave., Burlington. A barbecue lunch will be served at 11 a.m. $100 to register: thegurneytourney.com. Proceeds go to the Brian Gurney Memorial Scholarship fund.

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‘Come Inside My Mind’ explores Robin Williams’ genius

By LUAINE LEE Tribune News Service

to go for sheer funny. But they’re talking about, ‘Well, is it meaningful?’ I think so if you had a great laugh and you come out of there going, ‘Man, I’m a human being. I laugh, I fart, I grab, I do things. I’m awkward. I don’t know what I’m doing most of the time. I fall down. And … I’m laughing at him.’ That’s all part of it.”

Williams, who studied at Juilliard, began performing standup comedy in small comedy clubs in the ’70s.

“I realized it was working pretty well when I was in my 20s,” he recalled. “All of a sudden I was starting to find a unique voice versus kind of a combination of other things. It was kind of interesting. There was a big benefit one night in San Francisco, and I really started to have a good time and realize, ‘Hey this is ME! It’s not Jonathan Winters or anything.’

“Everyone starts off being kind of someone else,” he said. “I realized that’s how I’m wired. That’s what I do. I think I have a different perspective, but hope to be finding things that other people can relate to

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— not be so out there that it’s lost on other people.”

It wasn’t lost on other people, and Williams remained popular until the day he died four years ago.

In spite of his success in film and television, he continued to practice his

standup in small venues. “I don’t prepare,” he explained. “It’s fun, I like the interplay. I like improvising at a small theater on Franklin Avenue and have been having a good time doing that. I don’t want to cocoon myself. I think the idea

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MOUNT VERNON — Time to grab the club and head to the golf course, all in the name of education.

The ninth annual Green and White Open benefiting the Mount Vernon Public Schools Foundation will be held Friday, Aug. 10, at Eaglemont Golf Course, 4800 Eaglemont Drive.

Registration is open until the day of the tournament: $115 (tournament, box lunch and dinner) and $35 (dinner only).

There will also be a silent auction.

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Robin Williams is the subject of a new documentary being presented by HBO called “Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind.” Here he stars in “Patch Adams.”

is to keep yourself in the game, still hitting the ball, being out among people.

Recently I felt like, ‘Where have I been?’ I found out about MySpace. And my son looked at me like, ‘You poor troubled man.’ You find out all different things from all different sources, and that expands you.”

Williams said he found standup comedy therapeutic. “It’s hard, but when you do get a great audience and do get the laughter, it’s a great drug. You’re flying.

And to die on stage is one of the worst feelings. It’s like being circumcised in Yankee Stadium. Why do they do it? Sometimes they want to express something, sometimes they just want to do it for laughs, sometimes they have this demand, like Lenny Bruce said, ‘Love me!’ It is an affirmation.”

TO THE

For nearly 40 years he kept us in stitches, but how Robin Williams created those deft sutures has remained a mystery. HBO hopes to shine some light on that puzzle with the documentary “Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind.”

Produced by Alex Gibney and Shirel Kozak, the show features the luminaries who knew and worked with him, including Billy Crystal, Steve Martin, Whoopi Goldberg, Eric Idle and Pam Dawber, who co-starred with him on “Mork & Mindy.”

Interviewing Williams was like presiding over the United Nations Security Council. He would rush through a dozen dialects, skipping from character to character, complete with sound effects and nonsequitur asides.

But he could be serious, too, and displayed his deeper side in films like “Awakenings,” “Dead Poets Society” and “Night Listener.”

The last time we talked he forgot the zany antics

and grew pensive. “There’s a part of myself … that is very terminally shy that I use comedy to overcome,” he confessed. “There is that to tap into, that desperate fear of people. That includes doing interviews with people. How is it comfortable to talk about yourself? Now, thanks to being with a wonderful woman, therapy, and different things, you can deal with people, and come and play,” he said.

“You can know when you’re playing and when you’re not, and render unto Caesar that which is Caesar’s, you can sometimes say, ‘This is what I feel,’ and not have to hide behind some strange voice.”

Still, the strange voice and antic meanderings were good for more than a giggle, he said. “With comedy you realize how many great comedians there are and how many people are affected by them. Comedy is a great art, yeah, when it works,” he said.

“I’ve never seen anything funnier than Eddie Murphy in ‘The Nutty Professor.’

That scene around the dinner table. That alone would get an award if you want

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Reeves stranded in low-energy romantic thrills of ‘Siberia’

By KENNETH TURAN Los Angeles Times

Keanu Reeves and Molly Ringwald, together again for the first time since, well, never. Unlikely costars despite being actors of the same generation, they play husband and wife in “Siberia” — though their collaboration, like many things about this puzzling film, is not what it seems.

Despite acting as spouses, Reeves and Ringwald have only two brief scenes together, neither one of which is anything to write home about.

Which is more or less the story with the film as a whole, which starts out promising but can’t really deliver on its serious intentions.

Reeves may be best known these days for his two “John Wick” movies (a third is on the way), but those expecting another violence-laden legendary assassin role are going to be disappointed.

Instead Reeves plays diamond merchant Lucas Hill, a well-heeled habitue of private jets with a nicely trimmed beard and the expensive wardrobe to match. Lucas has picked up some combat skills along the way, but a member of the killer elite he is not.

Similarly, while “Siberia” has designs on combining thriller elements with a serious romantic drama about love, commitment and masculine codes of honor, it doesn’t work out that way.

As written by Scott B. Smith (“A Simple Plan”) from an idea hatched

by Reeves’ business partner Stephen Hamel and Smith, “Siberia” does benefit, as all of his films do, from Reeves’ restrained presence.

A master of charismatic nonchalance, Reeves is as usual a man of few words, and in this case many of them are in Russian.

When Lucas says to another character, “You’re not much of a talker, are you?,” it plays like the inside joke it undoubtedly is.

Lucas speaks Russian because that’s

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Keanu Reeves and Ana Ularu star in “Siberia.”

where some of his best customers are.

In this case he’s soon in St. Petersburg, expecting to hook up with his partner Pyotr and make a $50 million sale of ultra-rare blue diamonds.

But Pyotr has disappeared, the diamonds are nowhere to be found, and Lucas has to take an empty-handed meeting with his impatient customer.

That would be Boris Volkov, one of those ruthless Russian gangsters with unsmiling bodyguards that are all but omnipresent in films these days. Pasha Lychnikoff, a veteran of episodic TV from “Miami Vice” to “Deadwood,” brings enough brio to the part to make having him as the villain de jour a plus.

With the violence-prone Boris not exactly the picture of patience, Lucas takes a chartered jet to Mirny, a mining town in Siberia where Pyotr might be hanging out. (Though the locations look appropriately frigid, everything, except for the streets of St. Petersburg, was shot in Manitoba.)

It’s there that Lucas has a meet cute with local cafe owner Katya (Romanian actress Ana Ularu) when he saves her from the attentions of an inebriated would-be flasher.

Though it doesn’t happen immediately, because these two are the best-looking folks in the film, their

hookup is preordained. In fact, this is the rare Reeves film that has more sex than violence, though one of the sex scenes has enough coercive elements to make it distinctly disturbing.

But because Lucas is married (even if the bloom is definitely off the rose in that relationship) and because Katya has a protective, hyper-vigilant brother (Dmit-ry Chepovetsky), a lot of agonizing has to happen before the inevitable happens.

Despite its pro-forma nature, the setup for “Siberia” — a lone hero in over his head in an unfamiliar world — actually starts out well but refuses to play out in satisfying ways. The film’s plot manages to become complicated and hard to follow, and the romance between Lucas and Katya, though undeniably physical, does not catch fire emotionally the way it should.

In fact, “Siberia’s” script seems more interested in its numerous scenes of male bonding, which are not as involving as the filmmakers would like to think.

Scenes of bear hunting and macho teasing and lines like “You are a terrible man but an excellent friend” may have sounded good in the planning stage, but sources of excitement they are not.

Compiled from news services.

Ratings are 1 to 4 stars.

“Skyscraper” — In this cheesy and predictable semi-thriller, Dwayne Johnson climbs and jumps as a security consultant rescuing his family from a Hong Kong tower infiltrated by terrorists. It’s like “Die Hard,” but not nearly as smart or gritty or well-acted. Action, PG-13, 103 minutes. HH “Eating Animals” — Natalie Portman narrates this documentary telling the story of the independent farmer, who has been all but driven out of business by the industrial livestock-rearing complex. Documentary, not rated, 94 minutes. HHH½ “Shock and Awe” — Woody Harrelson and James Marsden deliver outstanding performances as Knight-Ridder reporters who after 9/11 wrote stories questioning the existence of Saddam Hussein’s weapons of mass destruction. Historical drama, R, 90 minutes. HHH “Whitney” — While Whitney Houston’s story has been told in other films and countless TV segments, this documentary is the most comprehensive and intimate portrait yet, thanks in large part to unprecedented access to Houston’s family members and close associates.

It’s alternately exhilarating and heartbreaking. Documentary, R, 120 minutes. HHH½ “Sorry to Bother You” — Lakeith Stanfield knocks it out of the park as a black guy whose mastery of the “white voice” makes him a telemarketing superstar. Veering all over the place from social satire to screwball romance, the movie earns points for pushing the envelope, pushing the buttons on incendiary topics, and pushing the boundaries of conventional storytelling. Comedy, R, 105 minutes. HHH “Leave No Trace” — An emotionally damaged war veteran (Ben Foster) and his loyal teenage daughter (Thomasin Harcourt McKenzie, a natural) leave their comfortable home to risk life-threatening conditions in the woods.

The mournfully beautiful film is a brilliant and timely and telling statement about the difference between the haves and the have-nots. Drama, PG, 109 minutes. HHHH “Ant-Man and the Wasp” — After the dramatically heavy conclusion to “Avengers: Infinity War,” it’s nice to enjoy a (mostly) self-contained and smile-inducing summer rollercoaster ride bolstered by the excellent comedic timing of Paul Rudd and company, not to mention some dazzling and dizzying CGI moves designed to thrill and to score solid laughs. Superhero action, PG-13, 120 minutes. HHH “Boundaries” — Despite excellent performances from Vera Farmiga as a hippie mom and Christopher Plummer as her pot-dealing dad, this reconciliation road trip is a bit too cute and clever for its own good. And the ending is pure hokum. Comedy drama, R, 104 minutes. HH “Uncle Drew” — To win a Harlem tournament, a parttime basketball coach (Lil Rel Howery) recruits a team of former players in their 70s headed by the legendary Uncle Drew (Kyrie Irving). Even though the film is outlandish and predictable and downright corny, I loved the positive energy and the steady diet of inside-basketball jokes. Sports comedy, PG-13, 103 minutes. HHH

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MOVIES “Damsel” — In this consistently funny feminist Western, a wealthy pioneer (Robert Pattinson) is among the men who make the mistake of believing Mia Wasikowska’s Penelope is a delicate, vulnerable flower who must be saved. Wrongo, boys. This particular damsel is smarter and more resourceful than you can possibly fathom. Comedy, R, 113 minutes. HHH½ “Sicario: Day of the Soldado” — The CIA operative (Josh Brolin) and the assassin (Benicio del Toro) from 2015’s “Sicario” team up to start a drug cartel war in this powerful and pulpy modern-day Western. It’s a brilliant, bloody, gritty, dark and sometimes fantastically over-the-top fable about the evil men (and women) will do in the name of political agendas, self-preservation and the quest for power.

Crime action, R, 123 min-

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utes. HHHH “The Bill Murray Stories: Life Lessons Learned From a Mythical Man” — Comic great Bill Murray is famous for materializing out of nowhere at parties, bars, on the street, mingling for a while and then disappearing as quickly as he arrived. Why does he do this? Director

Tommy Avallone sets out to answer this question in a documentary that had me smiling from start to finish.

Documentary, not rated, 70 minutes. HHH½ “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” — How terrible is this exercise in wretched excess about dinosaurs being evacuated from Isla

Nublar before a volcano can wipe them out? It’s “Rocky V” bad. It’s “Jaws 3D” bad.

Sci-fi adventure, PG-13, 128 minutes. H½ “Tag” — Despite the best efforts of a cast headed by Ed Helms and Jake Johnson, this comedy about friends in their 40s from Spokane who reunite each year for

a month-long game of tag is a deadly drag, filled with uninspired slapstick gags and cardboard characters that practically dare us not to like them. Comedy, R, 100 minutes. H½ “Superfly” — Like the 1972 blaxploitation original, this remake reinforces stereotypes as it follows a drug dealer ready to give up the game. But it succeeds at what it wants to be: an action-packed, sexy, violent, 21st-century crime thriller.

Crime thriller, R, 116 minutes. HHH “Incredibles 2” — Writer-director Brad Bird’s second chapter in the story of America’s favorite superhero family is a nifty blend of loudly chaotic amusementride-type action pieces and domestic comedy-drama.

It’s a solid double, but I’ll admit to a feeling of mild disappointment that it wasn’t a grand slam. Animat-

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HHH “211” — As a small-town cop caught up in gunfights with heavily armed robbers, Nicolas Cage delivers a disappointingly even-keeled performance in a film that is in dire need of ferocious overacting. This muddled, trigger-happy heist movie brims with cliches while constantly trying our patience. Crime action, R, 86 minutes. HH “Hotel Artemis” — Sterling K. Brown, Sofia Boutella and Jeff Goldblum are among the actors playing criminals seeking help at an underground hospital for the lawless, run by The Nurse (Jodie Foster) in 2028 Los Angeles. Positive points for trying to achieve something original, but the analogies and life lessons are all too predictable and familiar. Sci-fi thriller, R, 93 minutes. HH

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