This weekend in Skagit County, WA

Makerneer & Wiferneer will be at the Burlington Edison High School Craft Fair, with a booth in the Field House. Vendors will also be in the gym and cafeteria.

A multiplex event featuring a four-part program that includes fifty singles, fifty handicap, twenty-five pair doubles, and fifty sub-gauge singles.

Browse a variety of handmade and creative goods, including jewelry, woodwork, photography, needlework, baked goods, poetry, and Christmas items. Find unique gifts for the holidays or choose something special for yourself.

Celebrate the holiday season with a day of shopping, food, and festive fun. Browse handmade gifts and unique finds from local artisans, enjoy food truck offerings, and support small businesses while spending time with friends and family. The bazaar features handmade goods, food trucks, and holiday cheer for all ages. Entry and parking are free.

At Old Skagit Gun Club in Burlington, WA, the Winter Series Handicap features two handicap events with 50 targets each. A PITA Multiplex option with registered targets is also available, offering singles, handicap, doubles, and sub-gauge singles. A full program is available.

Explore the world of Sunflower Sea Stars with guest speaker Jason Hodin from UW Friday Harbor Labs. Learn about the efforts underway to protect this species and how people are working toward its recovery. All ages are welcome. Admission is free so everyone can experience the wonders of the sea. RSVPs are appreciated to help with planning. If you wish to contribute, optional donations of any amount support this program and other marine education efforts, and every gift is appreciated.

Skagit County’s Veterans Day parade and tribute marks its 30th year with a community celebration in downtown Burlington honoring those who have served. The procession sets off near Walnut Street, travels along Fairhaven Avenue, and concludes by Skagit Street. Festivities begin with the National Anthem and include a flyover. Spectators will be invited to wave a sea of small American flags, with more than a thousand being shared thanks to Skagit Search & Rescue. Beyond the parade, American Legion Post 91 hosts breakfast and lunch that are open to the public with donations welcomed, and meals are complimentary for veterans. Free coffee will be available at the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, which also features a military display presented with American Legion Post 91. Parade entries are accepted by application, and sponsorship opportunities are offered through Burlington Parks & Recreation.

Celebrate Día de los Muertos while honoring community and the mission of FAE, The Foundation for Academic Endeavors. The evening features a dinner of Mexican specialties catered by Mr. Party, a local restaurant, along with beverages and time to connect in a festive setting. Attendees can raise paddles in a live auction offering a range of items and experiences, and try their luck with raffle baskets filled with prizes. Taking place at Mount Vernon Library Commons in Mount Vernon, this gathering brings people together to share food and drinks, enjoy friendly conversation, and support FAE. Pre-sale tickets are available.

The Stage Hogs team up with Under The Puddle for their first shared bill, packing the night with playlist favorites and crowd-pleasing party anthems. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. This event is 21 and over. Outside food is allowed, but beverages and drink containers are not permitted.

Fiddler Katie McNally and pianist Neil Pearlman present an intimate duo concert that celebrates the rich sounds of Scotland and Cape Breton, shaped by years of making music together. Recognized by outlets such as The Boston Globe and BBC Radio Scotland, they have appeared on renowned stages including Newport Folk Festival and energized outdoor plazas across Spain and England, while also sustaining monthly community sessions at the Canadian-American Club in Boston. Their close musical rapport has been honed through collaborations with groups like New England’s Pine Tree Flyers and the Gaelic ensemble Fàrsan, as well as through residency work at Beinn Mhàbu in Cape Breton and artistic leadership for Groton Hill’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Tickets are $30 for general admission and $25 for Celtic Arts Foundation members. All ticket purchases are final and nonrefundable.