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By Dave Fisher The Citizen
An early-winter cold snap gripped the area for the better part of a week and didn’t let go until Tuesday of this week. Temperatures dipped into the 20s going into the weekend, with many areas reporting overnight temperature in the teens Saturday and Sunday morning. Friday morning, area residents were greeted with upwards of an inch of snow on the ground. Fortunately, the bulk of the snow fell to the south in Lincoln County as predicted. However, the snow and cold led to the cancellation of school for students of the Neah-Kah-Nie School District. Icy, slick roads were blamed for a head-on collision on McDonald Road on Friday morning, near Nehalem. One person was reportedly taken by ambulance to an area hospital. Volunteer firefighters of the Nehalem Bay Fire and Rescue District were busier than usual, responding to two house fires locally this past week and providing backup for neighboring fire districts responding to fires. In Tillamook, an emergency warming center was open for several nights to provide a safe and warm place for people during the freezing temperatures. A weather front finally brought rain and warmer temperatures to the area Tuesday
By Dave Fisher The Citizen
The fountain outside Manzanita News and Espresso in Manzanita served as a reminder these past few days just how cold it was on the north Oregon coast. Temperatures dipped into the teens and low 20s over the weekend, following a dusting of snow that led to school closures on Friday, Dec. 6. By midweek, temperatures began to moderate. Photo by Dave Fisher night into Wednesday of this week and winter began to
look more like winter on the Oregon coast.
Tree lighting kicks off holiday season in Manzanita By Dave Fisher The Citizen
Gluten-free baking tips just in time for the holidays The Golightly Gourmet shares her knowledge of the subject along with a recipe Page 9
To the delight of young and old alike, the tree lighting ceremony in downtown Manzanita officially kicked off the holiday season in the small coastal community on Friday evening, the day after Thanksgiving. A crowd estimated of upwards of 300 or more gathered at the corner of Third St. and Laneda Ave. patiently waiting for 6 p.m. to arrive for the tree lighting. A three-hour Kids Holiday Fun Fair that began at 5:00 kept children and parents busy next door at Pine Grove Community
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A crowd estimated at roughly 300 people gathered for the tree-lighting ceremony in Manzanita on Nov. 29. Photo by Dave Fisher
Fire district looks to prohibit provisional burns The Citizen
For years, contactors and developers, in particular, haven’t had to worry about burning brush, stumps and trees leftover from clearing property destined for development. However, as the Nehalem Bay area has continued to grow, so NBFR District Chief Perry Sherbaugh says growth has brought the issue of provisional burning to a head. Photo by Dave Fisher
have complaints by area residents about the practice of burning large piles of woody debris. “The issue has been where there has been the burning of removed stumps and trees in the middle of a neighborhood,” said Nehalem Bay Fire and Rescue District Chief Perry Sherbaugh. “The large piles can burn for two or three days and people often complain about getting ‘smoked out.’”
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Happy Holidays from your friends at Manzanita Grocery & Deli! “the little apple” 503-368-5362
With the recent acquisition of a used (but hardly used) generator, the Emergency Volunteer Corps of Nehalem Bay, in partnership with the American Red Cross, continues to fine-tune its shelter strategy in the three communities of Manzanita, Nehalem and Wheeler. The donated diesel generator, with only 230 hours of actual use, will be installed next to Calvary Bible Church in Manzanita, one of three designated Red Cross emergency shelters locally. The others are the North County Recreation District in Nehalem and Nehalem Bay Health District in Wheeler, each with their own generator. Eric Corliss, chief operations officer for the Red Cross, was instrumental in helping the EVC secure the generator for Calvary Bible Church, according to EVC Emergency Management Director Linda Kozlowski. When a Portland area veterinarian, who originally owned the generator, reached out to the Red Cross for a new home for it, Corliss was well aware of the need in Manzanita. Following an inspection of the unit by EVC members John Handler and John Olson, who also serves as associate pastor for Calvary Bible, it was delivered to the Manzanita church thanks
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Alternative Gift Market offers virtual shopping opportunity By Barbara McLaughlin
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When it comes to friendly, caring people, nobody out does Manzanita Grocery & Deli. For the best service in town, shop at the store where everybody knows your name! Located in the heart of downtown Manzanita on Laneda Ave. – open 7 days a week!
Despite the cold, there was a very festive atmosphere at the Alternative Gift Market this past Saturday at the Pine Grove in Manzanita. Thanks to all the people who braved the weather to shop for Christmas gifts by making donations to international and local nonprofits totally about $5,000. Probably due to the cold, shopping was lighter than usual. So, market organizers are giving the community an opportunity to shop virtually. Shopping lists for international organizations that help people around the world and for the local nonprofits that were at the market yesterday are available. If you wish to donate to
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A number of local nonprofits, such as United Paws of Tillamook, were on hand at this year’s Alternative Gift Market in Manzanita. If you missed out, opportunity stills exists to make a gift donation to your favorite cause. Photo by Dave Fisher
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Commercial Dungeness crab season gets underway Dec. 16 Fresh Dungeness crab is back on the menu for holiday feasts after fishery managers determined the fishery was ready to open Dec. 16 on the Oregon coast. The commercial Dungeness crab season on the Oregon coast is normally scheduled to open Dec. 1 each year, but was delayed this year because crab on some parts of the coast did not measure up during preseason testing. The testing measures the percentage of meat in the crab, by weight, and is used to ensure a high-quality product for consumers. Delaying the
season allowed the crab to fill with meat. Coast-wide crab quality testing showed all areas now meet minimum test criteria. Fishery managers from Oregon, Washington and California met over a week ago and mutually decided to open commercial crabbing from the Oregon-California border to Klipsan Beach, Wash., on Dec. 16. Commercial crabbers are allowed to set their gear three days before the season opens, so ocean watchers will see the lights of crab boats off most of the coast as early as Dec. 13.
Recreational harvest of Dungeness crab in the ocean off Oregon opened as scheduled on Dec. 1. The recreational harvest of Dungeness crab in Oregon’s bays and estuaries is open year round.
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In addition to being called out to fight household fires recently, volunteer firefighters of the Nehalem Bay Fire and Rescue District found themselves tending to a sunken boat in Nehalem and responding to a car fire in Manzanita in late November. On the morning of Nov. 27, firefighters were among those to respond to a report of a sunken boat leaking fuel at the Nehalem boat launch. Firefighters deployed hazardous material floats to help contain the fuel. No one was on board the craft. Tillamook County Sheriff’s Marine Deputy Bill Cloud responded but could not locate the owner of the boat at the time. Also responding were Manzanita Police, a Coast Guard official and Nehalem city employee Sean Grimes. Two days later, on Friday, Nov. 29, Nehalem Fire and Rescue District firefighters responded to a car fire shortly after 2 p.m. in Manzanita. Jonathan Taylor, owner of the automobile, was working in downtown Manzanita when his friend, Seth Holder, told him his car was on fire. At first, Taylor said he did not believe him until he went outside only to find his parked car on Carmel Ave., a block from Laneda, fully engulfed. The car was a total loss and was later towed from the scene by Scovel’s Towing Service. Photos by Hal McMahan
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From page 1 House and included a muchanticipated visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Then, as the 6:00 hour arrived, the crowd counted down the final few seconds preceding the lighting of Manzanita’s 25-foot artificial tree, purchased this year for the occasion, and enjoyed Christmas carols sung by the Neah-Kah-Nie High School choir. As part of the Three Village Affaire celebration, a vendors market, showcasing a variety of handmade goods, was scheduled inside Pine Grove, on Saturday and on Sunday. “It came together even better than I could imagine,” said event coordinator Aprilmarie Eckstrom. “For me, this is the beginning of a new tradition… that tree will lat for many, many years.” Eckstrom said that over 700 people visited Pine Grove on Saturday, the first day of the vendor market. “We actually kept track of the numbers,” she said. With help from NBFR volunteer firefighters, the Shanghaied Roller Derby Dolls, Calvary Bible Church, Neah-Kah-Nie SAFE committee, Nehalem Grade School, and Manzanita Business Alliance, the Kids’ Fair inside Pine Grove the evening of the tree lighting was a hit. On hands, once again, as in past years, Santa and Mrs. Claus (Dave Dillon and Bonnie Speer) were on hand to hear firsthand the Christmas wishes of children, and a few adults. “We’re so lucky to have them in a small community like this, they’re perfect for the role and children and families look forward to seeing them,” said Eckstrom.
Members of the Boy Scouts, Troop 178, in Nehalem, put their collective talents to use earlier this month wrapping gift boxes for the Secret Angels. The decorative boxes are filled with food for families in need during the holiday season. The local Scout troop is seeking more members. If interested, contact Sean Grimes at (503) 368-5519 for more information. Photo by Hal McMahan
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Children of all ages, adults included, were delighted with the lighting of Manzanita’s Christmas tree the day after Thanksgiving signifying the start of the holiday season. Photos by Dave Fisher
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It’s okay to indulge, but…
The other day I was in a cotton picking minute, here I am on this exercise the gym doing my time machine trying to on the elliptical trainer, listening keep svelte and to music, but once healthy, but then in awhile I would falling prey to mass marketing, look up at the like a moth to a big TV screen to catch what is goflame.” ing on. Being that Stop and think it’s early Decemabout this. Do you really want to let ber, everybody is talking about yourself fall prey the holidays and to the holiday how to have a marketing that leads you to the culinary indulholiday overingence because it is the “holidays.” dulgence? I know I found myself I don’t want to; it Janice thinking of baking seems like fun at first, but it’s all cookies, havGaines fun and games uning friends over for dinner and til someone gets bringing goodies hurt or fat! Let us to work and so on. Then come up with a plan. The first item on my list it occurred to me “wait
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With Thanksgiving still fresh in my mind, I’m thinking that it is a good time to count our blessings this holiday season. Every day is Thanksgiving. There are days when the bones and muscles ache and there seems to be more to do than what you think you can handle. However, I reminded myself that life is really pretty good, if not always fair. Losing good friends is one of the tougher realities that we are forced to go through. I miss my brothers and, of course, my parents and don’t think that I ever stopped to consider that I might just be the last survivor. Maybe the best test will be being sure that they would be proud of how I
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is to be watchful and to take a moment to observe. Maybe even go so far as to think about what you are doing whether you are purchasing, eating or drinking. Next, I suggest you start contemplating about 2014 and what you envision for yourself. Keeping focus on what you want to achieve in the year ahead can be a help to holding down the fort and not go crazy for the next few weeks. It’s not a good time of year to go backwards in your health, fitness or economically. Start the leap now into the New Year so you feel motivated and excited. Focus on the simple things and you may feel less stressed or anxious. Look for ways to keep balance. I suggest setting
some time aside for you and take time to reflect. Exercise is a great way to keep in the groove; a brisk morning walk is super for your metabolism and will help relieve stress, not to mention burn a few calories. Pace yourself. There are lots of goodies around and parties back-to-back. You can enjoy all of it without going wacky and wake up the next morning all bummed out because you over did it. My trick is to wait on the food and focus on the people, conversation and a beverage. When I do start eating, I look for all the healthy or healthier things and try and fill up on those. Watch out for the alcohol for plenty of reasons. It can make you hungry so you eat more, it interferes with
your body’s ability to burn fat, messes with your sleep and it has plenty of calories. If you switch to sparkling water early, you are going to like yourself more in the morning. Buyer’s remorse in January is not a great way to start the New Year! Statistics show that the average consumer goes into debt holiday shopping and plans to pay off the debt in three months, but only a small percentage actually do that, for most it takes six months to a year. Ouch! Overindulging financially is a trap that many fall into during the holidays. Know your vulnerability and make a plan before you walk out that door to go shopping. A good strategy is to separate selection and purchase. Impulsive
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handle my exit. It has been a family tradition that for almost every activity, other than golf and horseshoes, we have been in the pursuit of something to eat – fishing, hunting, berry picking, mushroom identifying and picking and clams and oysters. We raised our five kids with a huge tent and a crowded station wagon. When not looking for something to pick or catch, we had many evenings around the campfire and I can remember other campers coming to see what was happening. Songs and a ukulele would bring a crowd and I am sure many of them are packing around memories of that strange family they met so many years ago.
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entertaining friends and I am happy to say that those early day adventures family on those trips will stayed with all of our kids never be forgotten. One of and they have been campthe best days crabbing was when I voluning and hiking teered to take all of their lives. some friends out Our oldest son still returns to for a day on the water. One of the mountains them was unable that he first saw to walk and had as a Boy Scout to be lifted from and he was proba wheel chair ably the smallest onto the boat. I boy in the troop. furnished food Some of those and bait and we later events were were out there 30-day trips and they had to be The Old on a perfect day with good pretty well orgaGeezer weather and the nized to survive tides were just that much time in Walt the woods. the way we liked Trandum them. The only Early retireproblem was that ment opened up after four hours over 25 years of pulling crab nets we had of having time to pursue all of our outdoor activijust one crab in the boat. The tide was nearing it’s ties. A boat in the marina made fishing almost a daily top and I made one more set of the traps in a spot activity during the season. Crabs and clams were that I knew of that was sometimes productive. The there for the taking and
good news was that we picked up 18 crabs on that last pull. We returned to our home where we cooked the crabs and enjoyed a wonderful afternoon in the sun, while our friends had, what they still remember as, a great time and we still talk about it some 25 years later. Unfortunately, advancing age makes many of those hobbies that we pursued no longer possible and we don’t really feel too badly about that because, as the years piled on, those things got more and more exhausting. So, the big freezer filled with berries and game is not longer necessary and there is no longer a boat to haul us around the bay. We now know that those people we shared our bounty with over the years really did appreciate those crabs and the fresh fish. I will never forget the day I knocked on a lady’s door and when she came out
spending is most likely to occur when you see and buy at the same time, the merchandisers want to you to act quickly and not think too much. I went shopping the other day and had a wonderful time; I took notes and got some great ideas, went home and realized that most of my “great ideas” for the perfect gift were not. Whew, I saved a ton of money! By giving yourself more time to think and decide in the non-pressured environment of your home you are more likely to spend wisely and thoughtfully. My final suggestion (this is the most important one to me) is to slow down and keep in mind it’s the quality not quantity that gives meaning and brings peace and the magic.
I asked if she would like some fresh crabs. She got a little tear in her eyes when she told me that the crabs were wonderful, but more important was the fact that someone was thinking of her. We now are happy to say that many of our good friends and family members have been thinking of us and we often have fresh fish and even mushrooms or huckleberries that they bring us. Since I get to do some of the cooking I always know where the fish or other meats or mushrooms came from and remember who the nice people were that thought of us. They also spark memories of good times spent with wonderful friends and family members, even if some of those outings didn’t produce whatever we were picking or catching. For us, each and every day is for thanksgiving.
Letters to the Editor Recent Riverbend Players’ production ‘excellent’ I would like to congratulate the crew in the Riverbend actors organization for an excellent production of “Check Please,” staged in a dinner theater event at the Tsunami Grill
last week. The energy projected by the participants was engaging and convincing. I understand these are local folks, with other ‘real jobs,’ but their enthusiasm was contagious and professional. This was a well-written play, reminding many of us of blind dates gone wrong. I hope we have future plays in the works for local entertain-
ment. Especially entertaining was when the actors came out during intermission and answered questions and shared character improvisations with members of the audience. Thank you all! Rick Bernard Manzanita
Annual Whale Watch Week slated Dec. 26 – 31 By Dave Fisher The Citizen
It’s almost that time of year again. No, not Christmas; we’re talking Winter Whale Watch Week at 24 sites along the entire length of the Oregon coast, where trained volunteers will be present to show visitors the gray whales. This year’s event is slated December 2631, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the designated sites This is not the only time you can see the whales, but during this period you actually receive help from knowledgeable volunteers in doing so. About 18,000 gray whales will pass by in roughly four weeks, from mid-December to mid-January, and the same locations (see sidebar) are still great viewing spots. Generally, the higher the site, the better the viewing, which makes the historic lookout at Neahkahnie Mountain a prime location. Whale watching takes place almost year-round on the Oregon coast. Another Whale Watch Week is scheduled in March 2014. The number of whales peaks the last week and finishes in June with mothers and babies being the last whales traveling north. Summer brings whales that feed along the coast from July to mid-November. With trained volunteers at “Whale Watching Spoken Here” sites visitors receive help spotting gray whales during the winter
and spring annual migrations, in addition to receiving information about their migration. The main body of whales is about fives mile offshore, but some can be seen as close as one to two miles off shore. During the southern migration whales seldom stop to eat, but travel steadily to the Baja lagoons of Mexico. Winter migration has the highest numbers (30 per hour) but the whales are usually farther offshore because of stormy weather. Bring your binoculars and dress for the weather. Focus your binoculars and have them ready, but watch with your eyes. When you locate a blow, peer through your binoculars for a closer look.
“Whale Watching Spoken Here” sites, north to south • Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, Ilwaco, Washington • Ecola State Park • Neahkahnie Mountain Historic Marker Turnout on Highway 101 • Cape Meares State Scenic Viewpoint • Cape Lookout State Park - 2.5 mile hike to site at tip of Cape • Cape Kiwanda • Inn at Spanish Head (Lobby on 10th floorº • Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint • The Whale Watching Center - Depoe Bay Sea Wall • Rocky Creek State Scenic Viewpoint • Cape Foulweather • Devil’s Punchbowl State Natural Area • Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area • Don Davis City Park • Cape Perpetua Interpretive Center • Cook’s Chasm Turnout • Sea Lion Caves Turnout - large Highway 101 turnout south of tunnel • Umpqua Lighthouse, near Umpqua Lighthouse State Park • Shore Acres State Park • Face Rock Wayside State Scenic Viewpoint • Battle Rock Wayfinding Point, Port Orford • Cape Ferrelo • Harris Beach State Park, Brookings, Oregon • 9th Street Beach, Crescent City, California
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Manzanita carpet cleaner employs use of unconventional business model When he decided to launch his own carpet cleaning business, Bob LaTorre knew he wouldn’t do it the conventional way. “Mine is a little different model,” he said. “People hear the words ‘carpet cleaning’ and they think of two days of soggy carpets and steamed up windows. My cleaning only goes down to the bottom of the carpet fibers, so there is no excessive moisture.” That said, LaTorre starts by applying a light spray of citrus-based solution. Then he sprinkles a compound containing elements of citrus and wood pulp. After brushing the carpet in two directions, he vacuums. The result, he says, is a clean, fresh carpet, dry and ready to use within 30 minutes. The products used to clean carpets are nontoxic, biodegradable and all organic, a selling point that bodes well for environmentally sensitive customers on the north Oregon coast. Even people who consider themselves chemically sensitive have no complaints about the process, he said. LaTorre taught in public schools for 24 years, until
2009, when he and his wife, Renee, decided to sell their home in Washington’s Skagit Valley and move to Ashland where Renee attended art school for a year. When the small, familyoperated school relocated to Maui, the La Torres opted not to follow. “We thought, ‘we can’t go to Maui. There are too many real world challenges in moving to Hawaii,’” LaTorre said. They had spent some time in Cannon Beach after leaving Washington State, and had discovered Manzanita largely owing to its access to healthy food and quaint community atmosphere. So, in 2010 they rented a house in Manzanita. “Once we got here, Renee concentrated on art and I got deeply involved in community activities.” To that end, he joined the Pine Grove Community Club Board of Directors, the Riverbend Players and the CARTM Board of Directors. Soon enough, he discovered he was among the younger volunteers in most of these organizations. “The retired people here aren’t a single bit less busy
Bob La Torre, owner of Coastal Clean Carpets. Courtesy photo than the working people,” he noted. For a while, the La Torres lived on their savings. However, “I knew something had to happen,” said LaTorre, regarding generating income. “We had stepped out in faith. When you step out in faith, good
things will happen. It’s okay to reinvent yourself.” In December, just as their funds were running out, LaTorre began working as manager of a Tillamook discount store. However, the store closed after a few months, leaving him to return to square one when it
came to earning an income. One night, last March, worrying about his next move financially, the answer hit him. “I was mainly wondering what sort of service I could provide to local folks. At 4 o’clock in the morning two words came to me – ‘carpet cleaning.’”
The next day, he started doing research on how to start a carpet cleaning business. That’s when he discovered it is possible to clean carpets thoroughly and professionally without using harsh chemicals. Not long after, Coastal Clean Carpets was born. When he isn’t busy cleaning carpets, LaTorre continues to volunteer in the community. He helped form the Manzanita Marching Band, for which he plays trumpet, one of his passions. In fact, he and Renee, who plays cello, are members of the Sedona Fire Band, which also includes Michael Dinan and Sedona Torres, among other area musicians. He also periodically joins the North Coast Symphony Orchestra and Columbia River Symphony Orchestra. He is also on the board of the Manzanita Farmers Market. Bob is available to clean carpets and upholstery from Astoria to Tillamook. Learn more about Coastal Clean Carpets, including pricing and the full range of services available, at coastalcleancarpets.com, or contact Bob at (503) 4407341.
‘Check Please’ production delights audiences NBFR District Log The Riverbend Player’s recent production of Johnathan Rand’s “Check Please” was a roaring success. The local community theater troupe delighted audiences for four nights with their off-the-wall performances in this play that chronicles a series of disastrous first dates. Positive word of mouth spread quickly through the community grapevine, and not long after the first performance, the next three were sold out. The cast had a blast performing for their local community, and judging by the volume of laughter, the audiences had a rollicking good time too, said co-director Michael Dinan. “The energy of enjoyment was contagious, and it inspired several audience members to come up and ask to get involved with the next production,” said Dinan. “Audiences especially enjoyed
getting to see the wild side of Manzanita police officer Mike Sims and Manzanita City Council member Mike Scott.” For those who couldn’t get tickets, there may be one more chance to catch this production. The Riverbend players are currently in talks with the Lincoln City Cultural Center to bring “Check Please” to their venue, after the success of their last venture there, performing Eileen Moshey’s “The Curse of the Hopeless Diamond.” Keep an eye out in January for next year’s schedule of Riverbend plays so you can save the dates. To get involved with the Riverbend Players contact: Linda Olsson, lmolsson@charter.net; Brian McMahon, briantjmcmahon@gmail.com; or Betsy McMahon, betmcmahon@ yahoo.com.
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The Friends of NCRD and the Riverbend Players invite you to consider an end of the year donation to the “Take a Seat” fundraiser. Join those who have contributed at the $100 level to have a name plaque placed on one of the new seats. Or, if you wish to make a $50 donation, you will receive a certificate for two regular performance tickets for one of next year’s regular season shows. The architectural and interior design plans have been completed for the auditorium renovation. Thanks to Meyer Memorial Trust, the Collin Foundation and an advised fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, this project is underway. Many community members have made individual contributions, as well.
The “Take a Seat” campaign offers you the chance to leave a lasting legacy and play an important role in bringing this valuable performance space into a new era for your enjoyment. Friends of NCRD is a charitable organization and your contributions are tax deductible. You may find donation forms online at www.ncrd. org or in the NCRD lobby. The opportunity to bring new performing arts groups to our area will be greatly enhanced with your kind support.
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n Generator From page 1 to Scovel’s Auto Service and Towing. “Our ideal situation is that each shelter has a generator,” said Corliss of the Red Cross effort. “Looking ahead to the needs of the communities, the Nehalem Bay area has done a lot of work to be prepared. This is a completely different scenario than Sandy and Katrina where the areas affected were still accessible by land.” “Nobody’s going to ride up on a white horse and rescue us,” said Kozlowski, who stresses the need for individuals and families to be prepared. “First, you need to take care of yourself, your family and, then, there’s always the option to go to a shelter.” As part of the EVC’s shelter strategy, it’s no coincidence that a Red Cross approved shelter is in all three Nehalem Bay communities. That is part of the plan and more shelters are being sought. NCRD is set up to handle the most people in an emergency with room for 220
evacuees and 108 overnight. The Health District in Wheeler can handle 144 evacuees and 72 people overnight, while Calvary Bible is currently set up to handle 56 evacuees and 28 overnight. Two other locations that have agreements with the Red Cross but are not set up as of yet are Nehalem Grade School and Covenant Church between Manzanita and Nehalem. In preparing for the needs of local residents, the EVC has categorized three different types of emergency situations: 1. Minimal – A situation where a storm has blown down a few trees and scattered, short-term power outages have resulted creating the need for a daytime warming center. 2. Significant – A significant event, such as the December 2007 storm with his hurricaneforce winds. During that storm, which the EVC grew out of and community planning took on a new sense of urgency, area residents were without power for up to a week. In such a scenario, shelters become a place to stay and serve as a warming center during the day. Says Corliss of this situation, “Think of shelters as a life boat, not a cruise ship.”
From left: Eric Corliss, John Handler, Linda Kozlowski and John Olson pose with the generator that was donated to the Emergency Volunteer Corps of Nehalem Bay for use at Calvary Bible Church in Manzanita, a designated shelter in the event of emergencies. Photo by Dave Fisher 3. Catastrophic – This is the big one, a major earthquake followed by a tsunami. While much progress has been made since the 2007 storm, more needs to be done. Says Kozlowski, “That’s our goal, to have shelters ready for that event.” To that end, Kozlowski was excited that the NCRD Board of Directors approved funding for a seismic durability study of its
buildings along with cost-effective recommendations for retrofitting its facilities. The buildings, a former school and unattached gymnasium atop an auditorium, date back to the 1930s. In addition for the need for more shelters following a catastrophic event, is the need for an adequate food supply (up to three weeks per person minimum), sanitation and hygiene facilities, and medical facilities.
www.NorthCoastCitizen.com And, of course, water, as demonstrated by the aftermath in the Philippines following Typhoon Haiyan. Water, clean water and lots of it are critical, according to Kozlowski, creating the need for water purifiers as well. Following a catastrophic event, the Nehalem Bay area will be, for all intent and purposes isolated, for some time. It is estimated that it will take at least three years, if that, before the infrastructure is once again in place. What will occur most likely is that most area residents will, after a short time following a catastrophic event, move from the area to points inland. In the meantime, be prepared, says Olson. “The more families can do for themselves, the less shelters have to do. You have to be prepared,” he said. “People taking care of themselves is very important,” Kozlowski added. “Have a supply of food on hand and rotate it every two years for freshness. Know where your assembly site is, your nearest shelter, and have your to-go bags with essential items you need ready to go.” With shelters in place and more to come, Corliss noted that the local communities have an
advantage over others that may have lagged in their planning. With limited emergency supplies at hand, the Red Cross, he said, doles them out more on a first-come, first-serve basis. “If we know where the people are or where they’re supposed to be, we can push supplies and resources to those areas.” With a sound working relationship with the American Red Cross in place over the past two years and continued planning, Corliss is optimistic. “From a very limited amount (of emergency preparedness in 2007), it speaks highly of Linda and the EVC, along with the Red Cross. It’s exciting to see the final pieces come together.” Still, there’s more to done. The acquisition of a generator for Calvary Bible Church is just one more piece in the ongoing preparedness effort. Currently, the EVC is looking for a shelter manager for its facility in Wheeler. A half- to full-day shelter training session is planned after the first of the year. If interested in participating or becoming a shelter manager, contact Kozlowski at (503) 3687630 or lindak@nehalemtel.net.
Neah-Kah-Nie Bob’s Grocery Store for 12 years. They moved the small grocery store from a Quonset hut to a store they had built in 1979. Beverly ran the Chamber’s Seafood Market portion of the store for four years. The market was named after her grandparent’s seafood market, which operated in Wheeler years before. Beverly enjoyed the outdoors; camping, gardening and traveling. Bob and Beverly traveled on their sailboat to British Columbia and the San Juan Islands, and lived on their boat in Mexico for five years, and Pleasant Harbor, Wash. for 10 years. Everywhere Beverly went, she made friends, which she kept connections with over the years. Her family was her
greatest joy. She was preceded in death by her brother, David Chambers. She leaves behind to honor her life, her loving family – husband Bob McElrath; sisters Barbara Wedge and Judy Duke; brother Tom Nov. Chambers; daughter Tracy Nov. 24 Chartier and husband Keith; remainin son Shawn Vincent and wife Nov. 24 Sue; granddaughters Erica Manzan Nov. 24 Knudson-Driggs and partner a traffic Tia; Samantha Hunt and fian-Nov. 24 cee Ryan Schollmeyer; Kali speed (4 Nov. 24 Knudson and partner Jitesh parking Pattni, and Brianna Vincent; Nov. 24 great granddaughter Adaya speed (4 Nov. 24 Schollmeyer; nieces and vehicle i nephews Grace, Lucy, Lisa, Nov. 24 Tim, Kelly, Daniel, John and Manzan Cheri; and by her beloved Nov. 24 property dog, Pacheca. Nov. 25 A graveside service was parking held at Nehalem American Nov. 25 Legion Cemetery. Memorial inNov.Manz 25 contributions in Beverly’s Manzan name may be made to Til- Nov. 27 parking lamook County Hospice. Nov. 27 Arrangements are in care Nehalem of Waud’s Funeral Home in in Manz Nov. 28 Tillamook.
Obituaries Richard Kieburtz Richard Kieburtz, 79, passed away at home on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2013 in Portland following a stroke, two days before his 80th birthday. He was the oldest son of J. Richard and Theodora Kieburtz. Dick received his degrees from the University of Washington, including his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering in 1960. He did post-graduate work at Stanford University in 1968 to change fields to a then new field, computer science. His career was in academia, first at NYU, then at the State University of New York at Stony Brook and finally at the Oregon Graduate Institute in Beaverton. He also spent two years in Washington, D.C. at the National Science Foundation.
After retirement, Dick’s greatest pleasures were his family, spending time at the beach house in Manzanita, being on the golf course, travel and attending classical music performances in Portland. He is survived by his wife Nancy of 54 years; daughters Julie (Torin) and Ellen of Beaverton; brother Steven of Seattle; five grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by grandson, Benjamin; and brother Phillip. A celebration of life will be arranged after the first of the year in 2014. The Richard Kieburtz Graduate Scholarship in Computer Science at Portland State University has been created in his memory. Please visit www.anewtradition.com and click on obituaries for more information.
Edward Malcolm “Mick” Brownlee Edward Malcolm “Mick” Brownlee, a prominent sculptor
in Hawai’i and the Pacific Rim, died at his home in Neahkahnie on Nov. 24, surrounded by family. Born in Portland on April 23, 1929, he served as an army cartographer in Japan after World War II, before attending Oregon State University and the California College of Arts and Crafts. He received a master’s in fine arts from the University of Hawai’i in 1954. Brownlee developed a unique artistic style, which was influenced in part by the art of Asia, Oceania and the Pacific Northwest. The winner of several architectural and art awards, he was one of Hawaii’s preeminent artists and his work adorns public spaces and private collections in Hawai’i, Oregon and around the Pacific Rim. In 1972, Brownlee returned to Oregon with his wife, Phyllis, a designer and Arabian horse breeder. They moved to Neahkahnie in 2001. In his later years, Brownlee focused on watercolor painting and carving
jade. He is survived by his first wife, Joan Carroll, of Hawai’i; wife Phyllis, of Baker, Ore.; daughter Shannon, of Washington D.C.; sons Kevin, of Nehalem, and Shawn, of Olympia, Wash.; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Beverly Anne McElrath Beverly Anne McElrath was born in Tillamook, Oregon on August 22, 1940 to John and Ruby (Ewan) Chambers. She passed away surrounded by family in Manzanita on November 24, 2013, at the age of 73. Beverly grew up in North Tillamook County and graduated from Neah-Kah-Nie High School. She married Lewis Vincent in 1958 and they had two children together. In 1971 Beverly was united in marriage to Bob McElrath. She had worked for the Wheeler Hospital for over 20 years. With Bob, the couple owned and operated
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This holiday season, we wish to thank the following Sponsors, Donors and Volunteers for making this year’s 26th Annual Manzanita Open Golf Tournament a huge success. We reached our one million dollar mark and raised $96,000 for the Eugene Schmuck Foundation, which helps charitable organizations and causes in North Tillamook County.
(North County Food Bank,Meals-on-Wheels, The Rinehart Clinic, Tillamook County Hospice, Neahkahnie District Schools and scholarship programs, plus many other community organizations.)
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Adventist Health Richard Albertini Jack & Judy Allen Carol & Ed Anderson Roy Andriesse Jim & Martha Atteridge Sheri & Joe Atteridge Alexander & Virginia Ayers Linda Ballard Bank of Astoria Bayway Tavern Mark Beach & Kathleen Ryan Bennett Construction Bernard Construction Big Wave Café Rob & Ellen Blyth Bonfire Beach Provision Morris & Paula Buckwalter C & J Enterprises of Oregon Cannucci & Grimes CH Murphy, Clark Ulman Inc Margaret & Charles Christensen Albert & Susanne Corrado Walt & Kay Covert Cycle Express Bruce & Karen Czopek Dale Darby & Ingrid Horvnith Lee & Vicky Dillard Mike Downie Kevin Dunn David & Claudia Efud Dr. Pepper Snapple Group - Mark Mead Emergency Volunteer Corp
Joanne Engles Matt & Kayla Erickson Ted Erickson Erickson Excavating Noury AlKhaledy & Karen Fetty Flamingo Jim’s Gifts Four Paws on the Beach Tim Fuller & Famiy Diane Gibson CPA Mary Jane & Jim Gleeson RA & Robert Henry Jim & Kathy Hickey Howell’s Floor Covering Robert Jack William Jaager John Longfellow Construction Co Johnson Construction Kenneth Jones Nancy & Richard Jones Brian & Peggy Kreger Scott & Barbara Krueger Manza Whee Lem Kiwanis Manzanita Business Alliance Manzanita Grocery & Deli Manzanita Lumber Manzanita Rental Marc Miller Construction Martin Knudsen & Son Frank & Elaine Martin Dave Matthews David & Carol McAdams Smyth McIntosh Milgard Manufacturing Susan Miller Donna Morrow Lynn & Jim Mudd Betty & Bill Nealeigh Nehalem Bay Ready Mix/ Mohler Sand & Gravel
Nehalem Lumber Nehalem Point, Inc Marilyn & Gary Neuoff Owen & Ann Nicholson Norlift of Oregon Northwest Fire Supression Ocean Edge Specialty Rentals Dan & Diane O’Hollaren On Level Inspection Concepts Onion Peak Design ORE PAC Oregon Mint Snuff Bill & Lori Orton Becky & Rob Owens Carol & Ron Owens Earl & Mary Pegness Bob Raker Randy Scott Building Ross Rieke Patricia Rinehart Christopher Robinson RTI Susan & Hugh Sanderson Rob & Paula Sansum Clifford Scovell Sherlocks Grocery Sisters & Pete Leanne Soderberg Soriano & Associates Spindrift Inn Steffens Hardwood Flooring Cheryl & Richard Streedwain Walt & Kay Covert John Sullivan Sunset Vacation Rentals Surfside Resort Bob Sutton Terra Cotta Café
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I Love a Piano, How Deep is the Ocean and the perennial favorite, White Christmas. The remaining scheduled performances are December 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27, and 28, all at 7:30 p.m. December 15, and 29 will also feature a 3 p.m. matinee. Ticket prices are $23 Premium (center) and $15 Value (side and back) $15. Call the box office at (503) 436-1242 to reserve.
11, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Oregon Department of Forestry’s conference room. The community is invited to join the TEP board and staff to hear more about those challenges and the steps being taken to address them through the economics of restoration and improved water quality, to the on-the ground implementation of habitat restoration, water quality monitoring, outreach, and education. There will also be discussion on upcoming events such as the State of the Bays in September 2014. Tillamook Estuaries Partnership is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Garibaldi. By joining with its partners in the active implementation of habitat restoration, water quality monitoring, education and outreach, TEP supports its mission of conserving and restoration Tillamook County’s estuaries and watersheds in their entirety. The event is free and open to the community. Light refreshments will be served. The Oregon Department of Forestry office is located at 5005 Third Street, in Tillamook. Please contact Lisa at Tillamook Estuaries Partnership with any questions at (503) 322-2222.
TEP ‘Year in Review’ set Dec. 11
Dec. 22 concert set at St. Catherine Episcopal
Tillamook Estuaries Partnership (TEP) is hosting its annual “Year in Review” highlighting its efforts throughout the county to address a wide range of challenges from water quality to habitat loss. This year’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, Dec.
“Concert for a Winter’s Night: Music for Chanukkah, Solstice and Christmas” will be presented by flutist Shelley Loring, and pianist Jennifer Goodenberger on Thursday, Dec. 19, at 7:00 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., in
The cast of White Christmas, now playing at the Coaster Theatre in Cannon Beach. Courtesy photo
Dreaming of a “White Christmas?” Traditionally, the Coaster Theatre in Cannon Beach presents a great Broadway musical during the holiday season. This year’s selection is the ever-popular “White Christmas.” The play that continues through Sunday, Dec. 29, revolves around veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis, who have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander, General Henry Waverly. The score features well known standards including Blue Skies,
vid ehind ing McEldge Tom Nov. 24 – Dec. 7 cy Nov. 24 - Issued a citation for entering or eith; remaining in a closed park in NBSP. wife Nov. 24 - Issued a citation for expired plates in ca Manzanita. Nov. 24 - Issued two citations for failure to obey tner a traffic control device in Manzanita. fian-Nov. 24 - Issued a citation for violation of posted Kali speed (41/25 mph) in Wheeler. Nov. 24 - Issued a citation for improper parallel esh parking in Manzanita. ent; Nov. 24 - Issued a citation for violation of posted ya speed (41/25 mph) in Wheeler.
Shelley Loring and Jennifer Goodenberger perform Dec. 19, in Astoria, and again on Sunday, Dec. 22, at St. Catherine Episcopal Church, near Manzanita. Courtesy photo Astoria, and on Sunday, Dec. 22, at 3:00 p.m. at St. Catherine of Alexandria Episcopal Church, 36335 Highway 101, halfway between Manzanita and Nehalem. There is a $15 suggested donation at the door at each concert. The concerts will include Jewish, Celtic, Carols, holiday music, and original compositions to celebrate the Season. These long-term friends are thrilled to create music together for the concerts. At a young age, Loring performed concerts of Jewish music with her father, a Jewish cantor. She has toured the Western States with the Community Concerts Association in addition to playing with many regional and local music organizations. Most recently she returned to performing her life-time passion - jazz and improvisation. Goodenberger is active as a recording
artist and solo pianist, performing her original compositions and arrangements of folk and Celtic music. Her recordings are often used in the healing arts, and as film soundtracks. She recently released her 7th solo piano CD. For more information, call (503) 325-5310.
niversary. Since the arrival of musical director Dr. John Buehler, the growth in the size of the group has been substantial, with almost sixty members from as far south as Wheeler and as far north as Astoria. For more information, visit Cannonbeachchorus.org online or call (503) 436-0378.
Cannon Beach Chorus holiday concerts slated
Polar Plunge slated New Year’s Day
The Cannon Beach Chorus is pleased Mark your calendar, the 2014 everpopular Manzanita Poto announce its holiday concerts for 2013. lar Plunge is The first will be Friday, slated, once Dec. 13, again, on at 7 p.m., New Year’s at Peace Day on the Lutheran beach at Church in Manzanita Astoria. and NeahThe church kahnie is located beginning at 565 12th at 11 a.m. Street. The Kick off second per2014 formance will with a be on Saturday refreshthe 14th, at 7 ing dip p.m., at Cannon e th r fo turned out at th Beach Comw fe y rd on New in the as a ha ocean munity Church on It w ge in Manzanita un Pl r la Po l ra with Washington Street inaugu o ot ph le Fi . Year ’s Day, 2005 friends in Cannon Beach. and family. Admission to either Participants are urged to arrive a concert is $10. few minutes early on the beach near the This year, the Chorus will be featuring intersection of Nehalem Rd. and Ocean Rd. some of its favorite holiday pieces from the in Manzanita. last 25 years in celebration of its 25th an-
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property in Manzanita. Nov. 25 - Issued a citation for illegal parallel
was parking in Wheeler. an Nov. 25 - Responded to a report of harassment orial inNov.Manzanita. 25 - Investigated a residential alarm in ’s Manzanita. l- Nov. 27 - Issued a citation for improper parallel parking in Wheeler. . Nov. 27 - Assisted Tillamook Ambulance and e Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue with a medical call e in in Manzanita.
Nov. 28 - Assisted Tillamook Ambulance and Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue with a medical call in Neahkahnie. Nov. 29 - Issued a citation for illegal stop/stand/ park in Manzanita. Nov. 29 - Issued a citation for driving outside license restrictions in Nehalem.
n Burns From page 1 An increase in the number of complaints in recent years, prompted Sherbaugh to look into the possibility of creating a local ordinance to prohibit provisional burning, defined as burning piles of woody debris of greater than ten feet in diameter and five feet in height. Backyard burning by property owners would be unaffected by the ban, says Sherbaugh. With an ever-increasing population and more homes in the area. Sherbaugh sees it as more as a safety issue, which the fire district has control over. Air quality issues fall under the jurisdiction of the Department of Environmental Quality. “With more subdivisions going in it has been more of an issue. Twenty years ago in Bayside Gardens, for instance, it wasn’t an issue because there weren’t that many houses then.” Sherbaugh said he saw a spike in complaints when Manzanita Meadows, a new subdivision in the Bayside Gardens area, was being developed. Because of the density of population in neighborhoods,
an ordinance is one way to help minimize the nuisance of smoke while addressing the greater issue of public safety at the same time. Following presentations to local municipalities – Manzanita, Nehalem and Wheeler – and the Tillamook County Board of Commissioners this fall, everyone is receptive to the idea of creating an ordinance. The next step, says Sherbaugh, is for the district to actually write it and take it back to the cities and county for review, perhaps as early as next spring. “They’ll be an opportunity for additional input from municipalities and the county prior to the (NBFR) Board finalizing it,” Sherbaugh told the Citizen. The main thing, Sherbaugh emphasized, is that the ordinance would address provisional burning only in more densely populated areas in cities and areas within their urban growth boundaries. “It’s not an issue in rural areas,” he maintains. Secondly, he doesn’t want contractors and developers to feel they have been taken by surprise. The fire district, he says, will work with them as area development continues, but it may very well mean hauling the bulk of burnable material off site to be disposed of.
a sex offender in Manzanita. Dec. 5 - Issued a citation for illegal stop/stand/ park in Manzanita. Dec. 5 - Responded to a report of an ordinance violation in Manzanita. Dec. 6 - Assisted TCSO with a death in Wheeler. Dec. 6 - Assisted TCSO with a suspicious circumstance in Neahkahnie. Dec. 7 - Assisted TCSO with a warrant arrest in Nehalem. MVA - Motor Vehicle Accident; TCSO - Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office; RBPD - Rockaway Beach Police Department; OWSP - Oswald West State Park; NBSP - Nehalem Bay State Park
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My gift to you, gluten-free baking tips to make Santa proud I have a solemn promise to keep to you, my dear readers, before the year has drained out. The time has come to share with you some of my magical gluten-free baking knowledge to bake delights that will make Santa Claus rub his tummy with glee. (Particularly, if he is gluten intolerant.) Gluten-free is the buzzword these days and it essentially means baking without gluten, which is present in wheat, rye, spelt, barley, bulgur, and oats. (Oats themselves do not have gluten but are usually processed with wheat and are consequently gluten-covered. You can get gluten-free oats now from Bob’s Red Mill.) Gluten, as it turns out, is quite the fiend in our caveman digestive tracts and causing quite the commotion. It is estimated that one in seven people are now gluten sensitive on some level and 1 in a 100 are downright gluten Then, you have the other far intolerant. I gave up gluten and spectrum that is grain-free and all grains about three years ago processed sugar-free baked because I wanted to reduce my goods. And of course, there is inflammation that I was coneverything in between. I tend stantly battling. I will confess, to lean towards the I went kicking and grain-free side of screaming but I the fence so that is was simply amazed where my knowlat what happened; edge is. I lost weight, feel There are two great, and all my alprimary types of lergies went away! gluten-free, grain(When I am staying free flour; nut flour true to the path) (almond being I’m a believer. the most popular) Now, it is imand coconut flour. portant to qualify Almond flour is that there are many “nutrient dense” different types of The (aka - lots of calogluten-free baking. ries and expensive Golightly There is the group but delicious, fiber that uses anything rich and low carb). Gourmet that doesn’t have The best almond gluten in it to bake Dana Zia flour for cooking is with like rice, tapifinely ground and oca, and garbanzo blanched. Do not bean flours. These recipes tend get almond “meal” as it is not to use processed sugar too.
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The coconut palm sugar and arrowroot powder are available at Mother Nature’s and in the natural foods section at Freddie’s.
baking flour. Bob’s Red Mill, finely ground, is my personal favorite and it is made by a semi-local company. Everyone raves about “Honeyville” almond flour but I have never tried it. Honeyville is a bit cheaper than other brands too if you buy in bulk online. An important tip to remember when baking with nut flours is that they burn VERY easily. It is super imperative to take your baked goods out of the oven earlier that later or you will have burnt buns. Almond flour can be subbed for wheat flour but it is such a different absorption rate that the recipes usually don’t turn out so I suggest baking with proven recipes unless you are adventurous and don’t mind baking failures. Coconut flour is a whole nuther beast. It is a thirsty flour and you need a fraction of the amount as you expect and needs a lot of eggs to make it
work. Coconut flour is high in fiber, low in carbs and calories. It is also inexpensive. It doesn’t burn as easy as almond flour but is trickier to work with so use already tested recipes when you first start out. There are many recipes out there these days that are combining both almond and coconut flours to make very delectable baked goods. Make sure and store all nut and coconut flours in the freezer and let them thaw for an hour before using. This recipe I am sharing with you today is a great recipe that highlights almond flour. These bars are seriously addicting! I made them for Thanksgiving and they were GONE before dinner. They can be made with any nut that you have on hand and are completely transportable, which is great for Santa! Have a very wonderful holiday season.
Heat up your oven to 350 degrees. Blend all your dry ingredients together with a mixer (or with a whisk) and then slowly add the melted oil/butter and the egg as the mixer is going. Press the crust into a wellgreased 9 x 11 or 9 x 13 baking dish. It will be spread thin. If you want the bars thicker, use an 8 x 8 baking dish and then pop in the oven to bake for 10 minutes. Prepare your filling to pour into this. THE FILLING 1/2 cup of butter 1 cup of coconut palm sugar 1/3 cup of maple syrup 2 tablespoons of coconut milk or heavy cream
n Alternative From page 1 any of these, send a check, made out to Fulcrum Community Resources to Barbara McLaughlin, 10788 Neptune Way, Nehalem, OR, 97131. Checks must be received by December 18. The shopping list is available on the “BBQ List” or call Barbara McLaughlin at (503) 368-6874. Please print the shopping list(s) and fill them out with your contact information, which organizations you are donating to, how much to each, and send along with your check. If for some reason you cannot print it, write out the information and include it with your check. Also, please note if you need a receipt. Fulcrum is a 501c3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax deductible as allowed by law. Unfortunately, virtual shoppers don’t get free cards or inserts about the organizations they choose to give to. Nor do they get a chance to learn more about local nonprofits or buy any of the wares they were selling. Nor can they get a deeper understanding about what organizations around the world are doing to help women, children, and families
The Tillamook County Women’s Resource Center is looking for individuals interested in making a difference in the lives of neighbors, friends, and family through helping survivors of relationship and sexual abuse in the community. TCWRC is offering a free training starting January 11, 2014 for those people interested in volunteering or community partners who wish to increase their understanding and improve their crisis intervention skills. The 30-hour training will help prepare volunteers for various positions. The Tillamook County Women’s Resource Center has been a helping hand since 1982, with the mission to eliminate domestic and sexual violence in the community. TCWRC and its volunteers have provided services for survivors, and family and friends, who have been affected by domestic and sexual violence. Services include emergency shelter, advocacy, support groups, community presentations, and referral information. If you would like more information on the upcoming volunteer training or would like to get started on your volunteer application, call volunteer coordinator, Emily Fanjoy at (503) 842-8294, ext. 211.
The grant brings the total amount awarded to nonprofits on Oregon’s northern coast since Meyer Memorial Trust began operating in 1982 to more than $22.3 million. Meyer Memorial Trust is one of the largest private foundations in Oregon, with assets of approximately $770 million. The Board of Trustees meets monthly to make grants.
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At its November program meeting, Meyer Memorial Trust’s board of trustees awarded a grant worth $110,000 to Tillamook County Women’s Resource Center for a sexual assault response team coordinator to help local agencies improve assistance to victims of sexual.
The Tillamook County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for four positions on the newly established Transient Lodging Tax Review Committee. The positions are for a certified public accountant, an owner or operator of transient lodging facilities (facilities required to pay the transient lodging tax beginning on January 1, 2014), and two lay members. Tillamook County Ordinance #75 created the Transient Lodging Tax Review Committee of five members and will include county legal counsel. These are volunteer positions and as such will not receive compensation for their service on the committee. The committee will hear and determine appeals of orders or decisions of the tax administrator and advise the Tillamook County Board of Commissioners on matters pertaining to the transient lodging tax. Interested citizens may contract Paul Levesque, Chief of Staff, at (503) 842-1809 or plevesqu@co.tillamook.or.us for more information about the committee. Membership application forms are available on the county website under the Board of Commissioners’ page. Applications should be emailed to Sue Becraft at sbecraft@co.tillamook.or.us in the Commissioners’ office by 5 p.m. on
become safer, healthier, more prosperous and to create a more sustainable environment. But you can still help! The shopping lists will give you
basic information and you can check things out on the Internet at alternativegifts.org. Information about local nonprofits can also be attained online.
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Registration has begun for the Oregon State University Extension Service’s annual Master Gardener training. Classes for 2014 training in Tillamook County will be held at the Tillamook Bay Community College on Tuesdays, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., starting in January. To obtain a schedule, more information, or a registration form, please contact the OSU Extension Service, 2204 Fourth Street, in Tillamook; phone (503) 842-3433; or go to http://extension.oregonstate.edu/tillamook/what-mastergardener-program online. Master Gardeners are trained by the OSU Extension Service. They work together to answer questions at OSU Extension offices, farmers markets and community events. They help create and manage demonstration, school and community gardens. They may also host garden tours, workshops and classes. You do not have to be an “expert”gardener to participate. Anyone with a sincere interest in gardening and desire to help our community is welcome. The Tillamook Master Gardener program is a great place to meet new people with a common interest and to learn about gardening on the Oregon coast. There is a $120 fee for the training and materials, which includes the “Sustainable Gardening”handbook, written specifically for gardeners in the Pacific Northwest. If you are not able to do the volunteer time, you can still take the Master Gardener Training for an additional fee. This would make a wonderful gift for anyone with an interest in gardening. Gift certificates for the classes are available at the OSU Extension Service.
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While the crust is baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add all the ingredients but the pecans and stir until well mixed. Let this lovely mess come to a simmer while stirring occasionally then simmer for 1-2 minutes stirring all the while to keep it from burning. Pour the pecans into the sauce pan and stir them in then remove from heat. When you remove your crust from the oven, pour all this yumminess onto the crust. Spread the filling evenly over the crust with a rubber spatula, then return to the oven to bake for 20-25 more minutes. The bars should be bubbly and the crust getting brownish when done. Let the bars cool for a while before cutting, as this recipe needs to cool before they set up. Then cut into small pieces and remove from the pan with a flexible rubber spatula. Should serve 16, but could serve just one, particularly if it is Santa. They are addicting!
THE CRUST 1 - 3/4 cups of almond flour 1/4 cup of arrowroot powder 1 tablespoon of coconut palm sugar 1 teaspoon of cinnamon 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon of salt 2 tablespoons of melted coconut oil or butter 1 egg
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The Kitchen Master
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UTENSILS
Ever see your friend or loved one struggle to find the right utensil for the job? Maybe their kitchen tools are a bit outdated or unorganized? Put an end to that inconvenience by giving them upscale models of utensils like bowls, mixers, knives and silverware. From brightly colored to modernly sleek, kitchen product manufacturers have found a way to make cooking look good. The market is also ripe with products that will help organize spices, utensils, and foods, which will open up the most valuable tool to most kitchen masters – counter space.
GIVE THEM A BREAK
Even the most passionate cooks and foodies need a night away from the stove. Gift certificates to trendy, high-end restaurants can be a great option, and can also serve to inspire new ideas in the kitchen. It’s the thought that counts, but don’t forget the details. Many larger establishments will require reservations, so choose a weekend evening and make it a well-planned out night on the town.
SEND THEM TO CLASS
Many chef training programs offer one-time or ongoing courses, depending on what would work best for your recipient’s schedule. Surprising them with high-level instruction could help turn their hobby into an art and teach them the necessary techniques to thrive in the kitchen. Check in with your local colleges to find the right class, as most institutions offer a broad range of options.
GO ORGANIC
As the interest in using organic ingredients transforms from a trend to an obsession in many kitchens throughout the United States, it might be a good idea to consider going organic with this year’s Christmas present. Local grocers have expanded the number of organic products – fresh and packaged – that they keep in stock. You can also find local farmers who raise their livestock with no growth hormones and offer holiday gift packages of fresh, healthy meat selections.
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The Gadget Lover T he results are in: People love gadgets, so much so that it is commonplace to see friends and family members with their fingers tapping and their earbuds in.
GAMING SYSTEMS
Video games aren’t just for kids anymore. Adults take them seriously, too. With the progressive improvement of graphics and platforms, gaming is an activity that spans all ages. Exclusive platforms like the Sony Playstation, Microsoft Xbox or the Nintendo Wii can all be enhanced with various gaming accessories and add-ons. These extra devices can help improve user interfaces, quality of graphics and interactivity.
DIGITAL CAMERAS
Cameras sure have come a long way. Long gone are the days of film development and manually winding between pictures. Point-and-shoot cameras give users a no-
hassle tool for taking photos without all of the bells and whistles. If your gadget lover is proficient with digital cameras, you can upgrade to the consumer-grade options that take professional-quality photographs. Also sure to please are convenient carry cases, neck lanyards, memory cards and printing paper.
SMARTPHONES
New smartphone models launch at an incredible frequency, making it difficult to keep up with the latest and greatest prototype. But if your gadget lover doesn’t mind an older model, you can actually use the everevolving smartphone landscape to your advantage. Phone companies often offer the prior models at substantial discounts – sometimes
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GPS
Even Santa can use a little help with direction every now again. Turn-by-turn global positioning systems provide location, time information, weather conditions and estimated time of arrival. Some GPS units include lifetime map updates, tough screens and lane assistance. Others provide high-resolution screens, Bluetooth and traffic updates. From the new driver learning how to safely navigate his or her way through unfamiliar roads, to the experienced driver in a new geographic location, the GPS makes for the perfect Christmas gift.
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Mini auction during flea market on December 14 to benefit the Secret Angels.
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Tables are still available. Please call 503-475-3383 for more information.
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Or visit www.coveroregon.com
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Holiday Shopping Guide Looking for the perfect gift for that special someone this holiday season? It’s just one more reason to shop local. From the antique dealers in Wheeler to the quaint shops in downtown Nehalem and along Laneda Ave. in Manzanita, local merchants are going all out. Make a day of it with family and friends and enjoy shopping the three villages, and don’t forget to grab a bite to eat at one of many fine eateries along the way.
HAL’S
emporium
Happy Holidays!
at the flashing light in Nehalem
Gifts, tools, ‘dollarish’ bargains, household goods and more! Building For Future Generations
Happy Holidays!
457 LANEDA Avenue P.O. Box 907 MANZANITA, OREGON 97130 503-368-4873 overboard@nehalemtel.net
Spin the wheel on Tuesday and Thursday for a store discount.
MANZANITA LUMBER CO. Puzzles and Games
778 Laneda Ave., Manzanita (503) 368-5337
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Find the rubber ducky inside the store and receive a 25% discount on your purchase.
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NEHALEM BAY WINERY 1-888-368-WINE 34965 Highway 53 Nehalem, OR 97131 www.nehalembaywinery.com
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Featuring women’s men’s & kid’s beach apparel & swimsuits...sand toys, flip flops, logo sweatshirts and much more! OPEN: Friday - Monday, 11-5 until spring
Free Shipping Cases & Half Cases Mix/Match
OLD WHEELER ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
CREATIVE FABRICS Your Holiday Gift Guide Destination!
GIVE A GIFT CERTIFICATE
9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sundays www.quiltingwithdoris.com
Open Sun.-Thur. 10-5 Fri.-Sat. 10-6
(503) 368-5900
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CUSTOM DESIGN FRAMING BY APPOINTMENT
• Artistic Jewelry • Unique Accessories
Astro
NEW LOCATION in Nehalem Call for appointment 503-368-3835
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• Fiber to feed your creativity
Now is the time to think about Christmas Framing
With this coupon take
Cheeky Boutique
50% OFF
Odie
Where it doesn’t cost a fortune to look fabulous
ALL HOLIDAY MERCHANDISE
HOWELL’S FLOOR COVERING
Fun fantastic clothing for every shape& size woman from Junior to Plus 298 LanedaAve., PO Box 632, Manzanita, OR 97130 503-368-Chic (2442) • cheeky2442@gmail.com
WHEELER
MARINA
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www.tspotshop.com 503-368-SPOT 144 Laneda Ave, Manzanita
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EXPIRES 12/31/13
Open Tuesday - Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-4 - FREE ESTIMATES 653 Manzanita Ave. • Manzanita • (503) 368-5572
Manzanita craftsman plus lovely stone cottage. Great rentals or great for you. Beautifully appointed, fully furnished, superb location.
Check out our in-store holiday specials!
278 MARINE DR. • WHEELER 503.368-5780 www.wheelermarina.net www.facebook.com/wheeler marina Bait • Tackle • Knives Rods & Reels Open 8 to 6 daily Kayak Rentals & Sales Closed Dec. 24 thru 27
2-IN-1 NEAR BEACH $495,500 DELLANNE MCGREGOR (503) 739-0964 dmcmanz@nehalemtel.net DAVID MATTHEWS (503) 739-0909 djm@nehalemtel.net
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503-368-3406
395 Hwy. 101, Wheeler
NEW WINTER SCHEDULE: Closed Tuesday and Wednesday in Dec. and Jan. Closed Tuesdays through May 475 Hwy. 101 Wheeler Oregon