Paper Whale Presents:
Fire & Story: A Gathering of Folk, Light & Lore
Three nights. Three wood-burning fires. More than 30 unique stories. Presenting a variety of performances and curated storytelling experiences. FREE and ALL AGES.
Join Paper Whale around a collection of artistically designed sculptural fire pits dispersed across Bellingham’s Waterfront. These fires illuminate a stage for poets, authors, performance artists, Lummi Nation and Nooksack Tribal members, cirque, fire dancing, comedy, live blacksmithing, glass sculpting, puppets, acoustic musicians and so much more! A gathering of light and warmth during the darkest days of the year.
Where: Bellingham’s Waterfront
When: Thursday – Saturday, Jan 18-20, 2024 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM
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2024 Fire & Story Performance Snapshot
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Jane Wong, Bellingham Review
Jane Wong is the author of a memoir, Meet Me Tonight in Atlantic City (Tin House, 2023), and two books of poetry: How to Not Be Afraid of Everything (Alice James Books, 2021) and Overpour (Action Books, 2016). She is an Associate Professor of Creative Writing at Western Washington University and the Editor-in-Chief of Bellingham Review.
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Swil Kanim, Storyteller
Swil Kanim, US Army Veteran, classically trained violinist, native storyteller and actor, is a member of the Lummi Nation. He travels extensively throughout the United States, enchanting audiences with his original composition music and native storytelling. His workshops, The Elements of Honor, are attended by people from all walks of life.
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The Fire & Iron Project, Sculpture Performance
Second-generation blacksmith-sculptor Zackarya Leck creates imaginative works that can be found in public and private collections worldwide. His studio is based on Orcas Island. The “Fire and Iron Project” shares the magic of the forge with a live blacksmithing demonstration. Additionally, the team presents a multi-sensory steam sculpture to liven and warm the atmosphere.
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Earth Practice, Song Collective
Earth Practice is the song collective of Jessi Rado, Yin Dwyer and Yam. As artists and community singers, they create healing musical spaces that invite people to reclaim their connection to the power of singing in our everyday lives. Their acappella-driven live shows are highly interactive and intimate, striking a unique balance of performance, play, ritual and house party.
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See the full lineup of more than 35 unique artists here!
Fire & Story is seeking volunteers to help us create this FREE event for the community. If you can help us guide the magic in specific leadership roles, please reach out here.
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