Bellingham Ukulele Group
Bellingham Ukulele Group (BUG) is a community of ukulele enthusiasts who are dedicated to the enjoyment of ukulele playing, singing and sharing our love for all things ukulele. Click here for upcoming events.
The group is continually adding to their membership by word of mouth, meetings and concerts presented by world-renowned ukulele entertainers and masters, including James Hill, ‘Lil Rev, Ralph Shaw and Aaron Keim. The events usually include ukulele educational workshops. In 2010, BUG collaborated with Pickford Film Center for two sold-out showings of The Mighty Uke, a documentary about the growing popularity of the ukulele. They also sponsored a concert with Kimo Hussey in 2009, with proceeds going to the purchase of ukuleles for the Ukes for Kids project. BUG members Pat and Gail McDonald took the ukes to children in rural areas of Guatemala, and Gail taught classes in partnership with the non-profit organization Education and Hope.
BUG presents their love of “ukulele-ing daily” at community events and gatherings, including the Bellingham Farmers Market, Blaine Farmers Market, Ferndale Farmers Market, Ferndale Library, the Northwest Washington Fair, Whatcom Museum, Sustainable Connections cosponsored events and local retirement homes.
To join us, or to find out more information, click on "Monthly Jam and Song Circle” in the menu bar, call 360-510-4386, or 360-733-6867, email <bhamuke@gmail.com >, or click on "Contact" and complete and send the contact form. To request a performance, send a contact form, or email, or call one of the above phone numbers.
BUG is made possible through volunteer efforts and donations. We ask for a
suggested donation of $5.00 per meeting to pay for facility rental and event costs. However, please don't let the cost deter you from participating. Donate what you can, when you can!
BUG presents their love of “ukulele-ing daily” at community events and gatherings, including the Bellingham Farmers Market, Blaine Farmers Market, Ferndale Farmers Market, Ferndale Library, the Northwest Washington Fair, Whatcom Museum, Sustainable Connections cosponsored events and local retirement homes.
To join us, or to find out more information, click on "Monthly Jam and Song Circle” in the menu bar, call 360-510-4386, or 360-733-6867, email <bhamuke@gmail.com >, or click on "Contact" and complete and send the contact form. To request a performance, send a contact form, or email, or call one of the above phone numbers.
BUG is made possible through volunteer efforts and donations. We ask for a
suggested donation of $5.00 per meeting to pay for facility rental and event costs. However, please don't let the cost deter you from participating. Donate what you can, when you can!
BUG Graphic designed by Carol Blaney and Bethany Aurand / Photo by Margo Graf
Webmaster, Patti Rathbun
Webmaster, Patti Rathbun
