Blaine Arts Council

Blaine Art Gallery Soft Opening
2024-07-04 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Blaine Art Gallery, 922 Peace Portal Drive, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
The Blaine Arts Council is opening the Blaine Art Gallery at 922 Peace Portal Drive, with a soft opening on July 4th – 10am to 4pm. Bry’s Food Truck & DJ Michael will be there to feed and entertain.

The Blaine Old-Fashioned 4th of July Parade route will be from Boblett to the roundabout this year, so come stake out your spot at the beginning of the parade, enjoy the food and entertainment, and check out the fabulous local artists in the Blaine Art Gallery.

The Gallery’s Grand Opening will be held at its August First Friday Art Party – time TBD.

BAC General Meeting - 6/13
2024-06-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
The Blaine Arts Council General Meeting is open to the public, anyone with any interest is welcome to attend. This evening’s agenda will include an ‘Artist Networking’ opportunity

BAC General Meeting - 5/9
2024-05-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
The Blaine Arts Council General Meeting is open to the public, anyone with any interest is welcome to attend.

BAC General Meeting - 4/11
2024-04-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States

BAC General Meeting - 3/14
2024-03-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States

BAC General Meeting - 2/8
2024-02-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States

Annual General Meeting - 1/11
2024-01-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
This month brings our first Annual General Meeting, and I’d like to give you an idea how that will look. We will spend the first part of the meeting taking care of BAC Board business, and then there will be time for questions, chatting with our fellow members, and best of all, cookies and cupcakes – a sweet ending to the evening!

Party Bus to Seattle Art Museums
2024-01-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
Join other art lovers on a Party Bus to the Seattle Art Museum and The Frye.
Availability is first come first served, so sign up soon!
It will be Senior Day and entry to the museum is $5. Cost of trip is $60 which includes lunch, and is to be paid directly to the Blaine Senior Center.

BAC General Meeting (and Holiday Party!) - 12/14
2023-12-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
The Blaine Arts Council General Meeting is open to the public, anyone with any interest is welcome to attend.
2nd Annual Holiday Party – appetizers and wine and perhaps a White Elephant Exchange with an art theme. More details to follow.

BAC General Meeting - 11/9
2023-11-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States

Sea to See
2023-11-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Blaine Pavilion, 635 8th Street, Blaine, 98230, United States
What: Art Show & Sale
Description: This event is free to the general public. A diverse array of art will be available for purchase from local artists. Get a great start on your holiday shopping, or get something fantastic for yourself!
There will be music and food available.

BAC General Meeting - 10/12
2023-10-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
The Blaine Arts Council General Meeting is open to the public, anyone with any interest is welcome to attend.
Agenda items include:

Networking Mixer – We are asking people to bring one piece of their art to share with the group. This is an opportunity for you to share your art with our BAC community and even do a bit of networking.

BAC General Meeting - 9/14
2023-09-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
The Blaine Arts Council General Meeting is open to the public, anyone with any interest is welcome to attend.
Upcoming Board Elections will be discussed.

The Wave - Studio Art Tour, August 26th and 27th
2023-08-26 10:00 - 2023-08-27 17:00 | WA
Saturday and Sunday, August 26th and 27th, are FREE self-guided tour days from 10:00-5:00 held at private studios, the Blaine Boating Center, and the Pavilion on H Street.
Link to interactive map of artist locations. Additionally, printed programs will be available at Opening Night event.

The Wave - Opening Night
2023-08-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Blaine Boating Center, 235 Marine Drive, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
Join us for a casual, ticketed, evening at the beautiful Blaine Boating Center on Marine Drive as we kick off our Opening Night, August 25, from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Your tickets can be purchased online, giving you entrance to the Boating Center, a glass of wine or a local beer, and nosh menu. During the evening you will have the chance to meet elite artists from the area and purchase their work all in one venue!
This event will include:

Fantastic Silent Auction featuring many desirable items
Wine Pull – Ever taken a chance on a Wine Pull? There will be fine wines from California and Oregon, as well as Lake Chelan, Bellingham, and Blaine. Bottles are wrapped in gift bags disguising their identity. Each one is valued at $25 and above – up to $90! Guests purchase a numbered cork and win the corresponding bottle of wine, to be taken home at the end of the event. Typically this part of the auction sells out quickly. Entry tickets will be sold at the door – $25 each, or 3 for $60.
Possibly a few surprises which are sure to be a hit.

Saturday and Sunday, August 26th and 27th, are FREE self-guided tour days from 10:00-5:00 held at private studios, the Blaine Boating Center, and the Pavilion on H Street.
An interactive map is available here. Printed programs will be available at Opening Night and the Blaine Visitors Center.
MEMBERS BUY DISCOUNTED TICKETS HERE

BAC General Meeting - 8/10
2023-08-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States

BAC General Meeting - 7/13
2023-07-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States

Destash
2023-06-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
This will be an opportunity for artists to buy, sell or trade extra art supplies with each other.

BAC General Meeting - 6/8
2023-06-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States

Class: Foundational Hand Calligraphy
2023-06-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Pilgrim’s Quill Studio, 89 North Harvey Road, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
Is learning calligraphy on your “bucket list”? This is the class for you! Join me for a six week introductory course to a calligraphy hand ideal for beginners. Known as a “book hand”, the beauty of Foundational is in its simplicity. Learn the technique, analysis, and discipline necessary to create these beautiful letters.
When: Mondays June 5—July 10, 4:00 – 6:00pm
Fee: $160 plus required supply list
Required Supplies: 3.8 mm Pilot Parallel Pen (available from Christy for $15.00)
8.5” x 11” John Neal graph pad (available from Christy for $12.00)
Mechanical pencil and vinyl eraser

Class: Creative Brush Pen Lettering
2023-06-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Pilgrim’s Quill Studio, 89 North Harvey Road, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
This class introduces a basic printed alphabet using the brush pen. With the basic A-Z established, we will then add some creative flair giving our letters character and attitude! A great style for journaling, cards, scrapbooking, and a personal expression of words important to you! No calligraphy or brush pen lettering is required.

Oyster Fest 2023
2023-05-20 12:00 - 17:00 | WA
Once again, the Blaine Arts Council has been invited to join in the celebration of Oyster Fest, 2023. This year
we’ll have a booth on H Street where all the action is, and we’re thrilled! We’ll be there Saturday, May 20th
from Noon-5pm. Be sure to stop by and find out what our organization has accomplished in 9 short months.
Wait till you hear what we’ve got planned for August.
Looking forward to seeing you there!

BAC General Meeting - 5/11
2023-05-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States

BAC General Meeting - 4/13
2023-04-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street, Blaine, WA, 98230, United States

Jansen Art Center Spring Juried Exhibit Opening Reception - featuring Suzanne Steel
2023-04-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Jansen Art Center, 321 Front Street, Lynden, WA, 98264, United States
We are excited to announce that the Jansen Art Center’s Spring Juried Exhibit will include BAC member, Suzanne Steel’s, fine art photograph, “Time’s Toll”.
The Spring Exhibit will open Thursday April 13, with an opening reception from 6-8pm, and feature live music by their in-house jazz quartet, and refreshments available for purchase.
