We’ve entered the season when each month ends with a bang: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas. But, as much as I do love Halloween, nearing the end of October breaks my heart a little bit. The height of the mushroom season, still warm enough to paddle in the rivers alongside the spawning salmon, everything but the dog available in spiced pumpkin flavor.
On a recent visit from niece Anavey, we took a tour of the creepily decorated homes around the area, including a drive by Deadsy’s Dark Den, a fun spot that will be welcoming people for a hair-raising tour Halloween night and the day after. See more in W.W. Clyde Reid’s fun coverage of Robert Silver, AKA the Jolly Mad Hatter, on page 10.
And it will be a good idea to catch one of the last appearances from fungi fan and expert author Christian Schwarz if you missed his keynote talk at the Yachats Mushroom fest. Based on my interview with him, the presentation and Q&A will be both fun and informative. (See page 9).
Now back to my pumpkin spiced latte with pumpkin bread, my dog in her cozy pumpkin Halloween cape on my lap.
By Gretchen Ammerman Oregon Coast TODAY
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A ska-ry evening
During an early 2013 recording session in Lincoln City, drummer Marv Bauer suggested a reggae fusion project formed around the songwriting of Randy Foote and Barry Klusman that came to be named JaSkaMon.
Sadly, both Bauer and Foote passed away after the group had released a few albums but, more than 11 years later and after nine albums and countless live shows, the act is still alive and well.
At the Lincoln City Cultural Center this Saturday, Oct. 26, the band will present a
chronological song list of three tunes per album of fan favorites, starting with “Let’s Get Irie” from “Sword & Plow” to “Better Man” from its latest release, “Salutations.”
“We know people have Halloween on their minds and we represent the opposite mood,”
Klusman said. “If it helps, think of it as a Skalloween gathering!”
Saturday’s show begins at 7 pm at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, located at 540 NE Hwy. 101. Tickets are $10 at the door. For more information, go to jaskamon.com.
The Cremona of the crop
The new season of Neskowin Chamber Music begins as a stop on a world tour for the Quartetto di Cremona this Sunday, Oct 27. The quartet is celebrating its 25th anniversary with performances in Oregon, New York and Pennsylvania as well as stops in Florida, Colorado, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
For its anniversary performances, the quartet take on the complex, challenging cycle of Bartók quartets, performing the composer’s work in North America for the first time, and offer the sheer beauty of Dvo?ák, Ravel and Schumann to balance out the program.
“When it comes to Schumann, it was the reason I decided to play in a string quartet,”
said violinist Cristiano Gualco. “The slow movement of his third quartet, in the version of the Quartetto Italiano, moved me to tears when I was only a boy much before I knew about chamber music.”
In addition to appearances in North America, the group will appear in Europe and Asia, performing in exquisite tuxedos designed by the renowned Italian designer Brunello Cucinelli.
Saturday’s concert begins at 3 pm in the Chapel of Wi-Ne-Ma Christian Camp at 5195 Winema Road in Neskowin. Individual tickets are $40 and the season pass is $180. For more information and tickets, go to neskowinchambermusic.com.
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Music that’s worth the trip
The Lincoln City Cultural Center is embarking on a voyage through music, traditions and genres from around the world, and you’re invited to come along. The center’s new series, “Voyages: Adventures in Music,” continues this Sunday, Oct. 27, with a performance of Jayanthi Raman’s “Devi: Goddess Within Me.”
The explorative Indian dance production endeavors to illuminate the paradox of femininity by skillfully navigating the blurred boundaries between the revered figure of the Goddess and the lived experiences of women in today’s society. This contemporary dance production is grounded in Bharatha Natyam, a traditional South Indian dance form; the athletic Chau classical dance from North India; and folk dances, which lend themselves to innovation. Featuring company repertoire dancers, with lead dancer/choreographer Raman, and visiting international male and female dancers from Delhi and Chennai, the production features original music score and poetry drawn from ancient and contemporary poets.
The dance production features dance narrators in English who will be miming Indian dance movements to English script. Sunday’s concert begins at 7 pm at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, located at 540 NE Hwy. 101.
The Voyages series will continue, with one show per month, through April 2025. All seats in this year’s series are cabaret style, limited to 100. Band members often gather for merchandise and autographs in the back, not far from the counter where center volunteers sell Northwest beers and wines, along with sodas and freshly baked cookies. During intermission, patrons are welcome to wander the outdoor plaza’s new public art installations, or the rotating exhibits in the center’s indoor art galleries. Reserved seats are $30 for adults, $27 for seniors and $15 for kids. Discounted multi-show packages will be sold through December. For more information, go to lincolncityculturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.
Saturday, Nov. 16, at 7 pm – Seffarine (International Flamenco Day)
Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 7 pm –Ensemble Sangineto
Thursday, Jan. 23, at 7 pm -- Christine Tassan et les Imposteurs
Sunday, Feb. 16, at 2 pm – Windborne
Sunday, March 16, at 2 pm -- Gamelan Sari Pandhawa
Friday, April 25, at 7 pm – Barbra Lica
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Do you have mushroom on your schedule?
The Lincoln County Mycological Society presents “Mushrooms of Cascadia: Fantastic Fungi of the PNW,” a slideshow presentation and book-signing by Christian Schwarz at the Pacific Maritime Heritage Center this Thursday, Oct. 24.
Schwarz is touring to celebrate the release of his latest book, written with co-author Noah Siegel, “Mushrooms of Cascadia: A Comprehensive Guide to the Fungi of the Pacific Northwest.”
The presentation will explore the diverse and sometimes extraordinary fungi of the Oregon Coast, and what makes that assemblage of fungi so unique and distinctive. A Q&A session will be included.
Schwarz’ love of the fabulous world of fungi came about as a happy accident.
“As a kid, I was always interested in natural history but had no interest in mushrooms,” he said. “My brother was, though, and he asked for a field guide for Christmas. When he got one, he asked me to go out into the woods with him. At first, I thought it sounded boring, but once we got out there and I started to see the amazing variety of mushrooms that there are, I was entranced.”
Schwarz will show how this area fits into the larger quilt of American bioregions as a whole, and the
important role that community and citizen science plays in the rapidly growing interest in mycology, the study of fungi.
Schwarz’ second book after “Mushrooms of the Redwood Coast,” ““Mushrooms of Cascadia” is specific to the Central Coast area found west of the Cascades, and is more focused on the area than popular field identification books like “All the Rain Promises and More.”
“There is about a 40 percent different assemblage than in the first book,” Schwarz said. “We cover a small area deeply.”
Whether you’re a forager, an amateur mycologist, a professional or just enjoy fungi for their culinary properties, or simply for their beautiful and curious forms, this presentation is guaranteed to increase your appreciation and understanding of these crucial organisms in our world.
Thursday’s talk starts at 6 pm at the Pacific Maritime Heritage Center, located at 333 SE Bay Blvd. in Newport. Admission is by donation to the Lincoln County Mycological Society on a sliding scale of $10 to $30.
For more information, email LCMycoSociety@gmail. com or call 530-748-9365.
The City of Newport is inviting people of all ages to an expanded Trick-or-Treat Ghost Walk on Thursday, Oct. 31. Revelers will take a haunted journey beginning at City Hall, then weaving through the Newport 60+ Activity Center, the recreation center and the aquatic center to find some spooky surprises and plenty of sweet treats.
From pumpkin patches to creepy lagoons, this event will combine multiple facilities and departments to give people of all ages a oneof-a-kind experience on Halloween. All public parking lots and roads will be open in the area, and city staff and volunteers will be available to help guide trick-or-treaters along the path.
“We wanted to offer a community event on Halloween that is fun, family friendly, safe and maybe a little bit spooky,” said Newport City Manager Nina Vetter. “There are so many creative team members throughout the city’s departments, and they’re excited to transform our city facilities for this experience. This is also a great opportunity for our community members to meet a lot of the city staff. We’ll be wearing our costumes and handing out candy, and we can’t wait to see all the imaginative costumes from trick-or-treaters!”
Trick-or-treating will take place between 4 and 7 pm. Newport City Hall is located at 169 SW Hwy. 101. For more information, email John Fuller at J.Fuller@NewportOregon.gov or call 541-5740649.
You can fright city hall Sounds heavenly
To celebrate 50 years of bringing live entertainment to the Lincoln City area, Theatre West presents a true classic, “Angel Street,” opening this Thursday, Oct. 24.
Directed by Bonnie Ross, the play tells the story of the Manninghams, who live on Angel Street in 19th-Century London. As the curtain rises, all appears to be the essence of Victorian tranquility. It is soon apparent, however, that Mr. Manningham, a suavely handsome man, is slowly driving his gentle, devoted wife, Bella, to the brink of insanity with an insinuating kindness that masks more sinister motives.
The play made it to the big screen in 1944 under the title “Gaslight,” starring Charles Boyer and Ingrid Bergman, and featuring Angela Lansbury of “Murder She Wrote” in her first major role.
The Lincoln City production stars Jan Coloccia as Bella Manningham. Coloccia has many years of experience in community theater; writing, directing, acting and producing. This is her third fulllength production for Theatre West.
Mr. Manningham is played by T. Sean Prescott, performing in his sixth play at Theatre West.
The cast is filled out by Scott Christianson as Sergeant Rough, Naomi Fast as Elizabeth, Suzanne Gagnon as Nancy, Erick Roorda as Policeman/backstage crew and Andrew Schmitz as Policeman/ backstage crew. Dave Jones is backing up Ross as assistant director.
“Angel Street” runs through November 16, with performances at 7:30 pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and a 4 pm matinée on Sunday, Nov. 10. Tickets, $15 to $20, are available at theatrewest.com or by calling 541-994-5663.
Halloween Make no BONES about it
Deadsy’s Haunted House is worth a visit
By W.W. Clyde Reid For the TODAY
Most people are ashamed to have skeletons in their closet.
Not Roger Silver.
This Depoe Bay mixologist/barista/bartender doesn’t have the least concern about those metaphorical symbols of the troubles in one’s past that worry most people.
“I’m very proud of my collection of skeletons,” he said. “I have 14 full-sized skeletons, several more mid-sized ones, lots of skulls and too many miny-skellies to count. I’ve got skulls and bones stored all over the place: in the closets, the attic, the garage, the shed, even out in the yard.”
Silver traces his fascination with creepy artifacts commonly associated with the autumnal holiday to his misspent childhood.
“I’m basically a 55-year-old kid, and I’ve been a Halloween-obsessive since I was an actual kid,” he said. “My dad indulged me, making me Batman cowls and R2D2 rigs. He helped me make werewolf outfits out of grandma’s old wigs. Thanks to him, I was hooked.”
Fast forward to 2010, when Silver and his family moved from California to Depoe Bay.
“We set up our first Halloween House in 2011 and we got quite a few trick-or-treaters,” he said. “So we set up the first ‘Deadsy’s Dark Den’ in 2012, and things really took off.”
As the skeleton-intensive display grew in local popularity, the event grew from a yard display for the neighborhood to a haunted tour for the region.
“Based on word-of-mouth, the Deadsy’s tour has been drawing people from all over,” Silver said. “I loved setting up the scary tours through the house with skeletons and spiders and other creepy stuff popping out all over. I love the look of wonder in the faces of the kids — and the ‘kids
at heart’ — and if I hear a few screams, that’s a bonus.”
Silver has never charged admission for his Deadsy’s haunted house tour, but happily scared folks have often offered donations.
“People wanted to say ‘thanks’ and make an offering, so I set up a jar,” Silver said. “In the first years, I gave the donations to Kids Zone in Depoe Bay, where my kids used to go after school.” After COVID hit, and all the previous arrangements went away, Silver’s haunted enterprise went on hiatus, too.
“Once we came out of COVID and got back to regular holiday celebrations, I collected all the ‘thank-you’ contributions and gave them to the local food bank,” he said.
Silver is enabled to expand his community contribution.
“I work for a generous organization — Salishan SCP,” he said. “They offer compensation for time served, and with that compensated time, I’m going to do beach clean-ups — at least one of them in a Halloween costume — to bring attention to pollution and beach clean-up needs. I’ll make a beach monster out of beach trash. I hope folks will learn from that.”
The Deadsy’s Haunted House isn’t the only attraction in Silver’s neighborhood.
“I invite everyone to come and visit,” he said. “But there is lots more going on in my ‘hood. Our neighbors set out wonderful venues — hot cider, hot chocolate, snacks, treats, music — it’s a great block party that folks won’t want to miss.”
Silver is not ashamed of the skeletons in his closet.
“I’m proud of my collection,” he said. “And I’m only too happy to share them all with yoo-oooooou!”
Deadsy’s Dark Den is open from 7 to 11 pm on Thursday, Oct. 31, and Friday, Nov. 1, at 410 Cardinal Street in Depoe Bay.
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MEDICARE CLASSES
The Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments (OCWCOG), in partnership with the Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) program will be holding Medicare classes that will cover the basics of Medicare parts A, B, C, and D. These classes are designed for anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their Medicare benefits and options will also find this class valuable. Spouses and other relatives are welcome to attend.
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Well, Hallow there
Pines Dine hosts Halloween
Extravaganza in Lincoln City
By Gretchen Ammerman Oregon Coast TODAY
Food cart courts are this decade’s It Girl.
And the Pines Dine, in Lincoln City’s Taft District, has every element to meet the dining and entertainment needs of a community.
“We’re seeing lots of return customers,” said Ross Rehberg, who co-owns the business with his wife, Rachelle. “We get both locals and visitors coming back again and again, and also people bringing friends and family which is cool.”
“Sometimes, we even see the same customers multiple times in a weekend,” Rachelle added. “Once they know about our spot, they are hooked.”
Twelve spaces, filled with carts representing global cuisine from nearly every continent, surround a large, art decoinspired indoor space that features a bar serving a high-level selection of beers, wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.
The bar — a stunning wood piece imported from London — anchors the space, which also features a gift shop and comfortable seating arrangements.
The beverage bar and event venue, called Vin & Bräu, is run as a separate business by the Rehbergs and is open daily this fall except Tuesdays.
The main story of the venue is available to rent for baby showers, weddings, rehearsal dinners, business meetings and more. There’s also a private event space upstairs called Utopia that can be rented by the hour or day for up to 40 guests.
Weekly events include karaoke Fridays, trivia Thursdays and music bingo Wednesdays, all starting at 6 pm, as well as live music nights. Music Bingo is a fund-raiser, with all game proceeds going to support the local Taft Seniors for their drug and alcohol-free grad night.
“This is our third year hosting this event with the Taft Senior Parents Group,” Rachelle said. “The theme changes every week, and it is a blast seeing everyone sing — and sometimes even dance. We love finding ways to support, and have fun with our community.”
Super special events, like the Halloween Extravaganza hosted by Sweeney Gray are held regularly as well. (see box).
“We’re encouraging customers to check out our website, as it includes not only the pod hours and truck menus, but will also now show all of our monthly events,” Rachelle said. “It’s a one stop shop for the entire pod.”
Diners can bring food from the carts into the space with the purchase of a beverage, or enjoy their beverage at any of the outdoor tables located inside the gated space.
“We have a lot of space but it’s still intimate,” Ross said.
“The way we’ve arranged the seating, people can have a conversation between two people or be in a big group and the conversations still don’t bleed into the next table.”
One thing that has been really important to the Rehbergs is gathering customer feedback, analyzing trends, and addressing opportunities.
“Year after year, we have added or improved upon where we started,” Rachelle said. “This year we have added some tables to our front, or west, sidewalk area, specifically for pet owners. Since our insurance company doesn’t allow pets on the property itself, we wanted to find a way to still offer seating for these customers. There are now two tables on the “Sidewalk Paw-fe,” with more to come on the east side this Spring. If there is a way for us to make a positive change for customers, we absolutely will.”
Ross uses his 15 years in wine distribution to inform the selections offered at the bar.
“We have an awesome variety of craft and quality beverages, N/A beers, cocktails, ciders and sparkling sodas,” he said. “I’m using my past experience so that we can offer the best wines possible for the price.”
Ross is building a local following of people who turn to him to help expand their horizons, wine-wise.
“They recognize the program I’m running and they will come in and talk to me,” he said. “It’s really satisfying to help people find a new wine to enjoy.”
Vin & Bräu will also soon offer their staff cicerone training, which is like being a wine sommelier, but for beer.
“We have beers you can’t get anywhere else on the coast,” Ross said. “We want to grow that part of the experience. We have a small-but-great staff, and they really enjoy connecting with customers, especially with product knowledge.”
The carts currently include international choices such as Indian, Greek, Mexican, Thai, Japanese, Nepalese and more, as well as Hawaiian food, burgers, BBQ sandwiches and Farmto-Table.
“It’s great that the carts offer global cuisine at less than restaurant prices,” Ross said. “At this point, there is something for pretty much everyone’s taste.”
As the Oregon Coast heads into fleece and down season,
Pre-game your Halloween costume and party with members and allies of the queer community at the Halloween Extravaganza at Vin & Bräu this Saturday, Oct. 26.
The live music and drag show is hosted by Sweeney Gray, the Oregon Coast’s number one (and only) drag pianist, writer and horror film creator.
The 21-and-older event runs from 8 pm to midnight.
There is no cover charge.
Vin & Bräu can help stave off the winter blues.
“The indoor space is really a cozy escape, especially on those cold winter nights,” Ross said. “You can come in and watch karaoke or bingo and it’s a lot of fun.”
There will also be a magazine and book stand from Driftwood Public Library added inside soon.
“We’re looking forward to continuing our book and game clubs this winter,” Rachelle said, “and supporting our local library and young readers.”
As an inclusive and safe space for all, the Pines Dine is a food cart court that hits every note.
The Pines Dine is located at 5040 SE Hwy. 101 in Lincoln City. Vin & Bräu is open Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11 am to 7 pm, and Friday from 11 am to 8 pm. Food cart hours vary. For more information, including cart menus and the regular and special events schedule, go to thepinesdine.com.
Pines Dine owners Rachelle and Ross Rehberg
Coast Calendar
Spooky
older. 4-5:30 pm, 1716 3rd Street.
Lincoln County Democrats Lincoln City Community Center
All are welcome to attend this monthly meeting. 5 pm, 2150 NE Oar Place.
five-acre corn maze is $10 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under. Pumpkins are priced according to size. Noon-5 pm, 9455 Kilchis River Road.
Art of the Mask
Toledo Public Library Families and children of all ages are invited to this free mask-making workshop, provided by the Oregon Coast Children’s Theatre & Center for the Arts. Noon-3 pm, 173 NW 7th Street. FMI, call 503-801-0603 or e-mail occt.youthartprograms@gmail.com.
Nye Beach Banner Auction
Newport Visual Arts Center
The annual art banner auction launch party offers the chance to view this year’s banners while enjoying light refreshments. Online bidding open through November 1. Noon-5 pm, 777 NW Beach Drive. FMI,
Halloween Twilight Adventure
Salishan Aerial Park & Ziplines • Gleneden Beach
See the aerial course decked out with holiday lights and spooky décor and dress up for a chance at a grand prize in the costume contest. 5-8 pm, 7755 Hwy. 101. FMI, call 541-961-7140. Continues through Sunday.
Halloween Party
Primaltones Community Venue • Newport Celebrate with dancing, music by DJ Dose Bros, a costume contest, photo booth and more. All-ages from 6-10 pm; 21 and over from 10 pm-close, 2925 SE Ferry Slip Road. $5. FMI, go to www.primaltones. com.
Trunk or Treat Waldport Community Center
Comedy on the Coast Chinook Winds Casino Resort
Newport
Kilchis
Ranch Tillamook
Pick your pumpkin or specialty gourd from thousands of options and try not to get lost in the largest corn maze on the Oregon Coast. Entry for the
Halloween events
Thursday, Oct. 31
Paddleboards, kayaks and other flotation devices are welcome. Witch attire is a must. Noon at the dock just north of NW 9th Avenue.
Trunk or Treat
Prestige Senior Living Five Rivers • Tillamook
Start off your trick or treating early. 2-4 pm, 3500 12th Street.
Downtown Trick or Treating
Tillamook Main Street
Rain or shine, businesses will be dishing out candy to all the little goblins and ghouls. 3-5 pm.
Trick or Treat
Driftwood Public Library • Lincoln City
Enjoy an afternoon of trick or treating on every floor of the City Hall building. 3-5 pm, 801 SW Hwy. 101.
Trick or Treat
South Beach Manor • Newport
Show off your costumes for the residents to enjoy, while loading up on candy. 3-6 pm, 411 SE 35th Street.
Trick or Treat
Tillamook Bay Community College • Tillamook
Enjoy candy and other treats alongside arts and crafts, carnival games and fun. 3-6 pm, 4301 Third Street.
Trick-or-Treat Main Street
Main Street • Toledo
Trick or Treat Ghost Walk
Newport City Hall
This free family-friendly event invites trick-or-treaters on a haunted journey from city hall to the Newport 60+ Activity Center, the recreation center and the aquatic center for spooky surprises and plenty of sweet treats. 4-7 pm, 169 SW Coast Highway.
Trick or Treat
Beach Club Event Center • Lincoln City
Load up on treats at multiple candy stations in the event room. 4:306 pm, 2020 NE 22nd Street.
Trunk or Treat
Bay City Town Hall
Take part in Bay City’s inaugural trunk or treat event, with prizes for decorated vehicles. 5-7 pm in front of City Hall, 5525 B Street.
A chance for kids to go from store to store, show off their costumes and get candy. 3:30-6 pm.
Trunk or Treat
Gleneden Beach Community Hall
A safe way for kids of all ages to get Halloween candy and check out costumed characters and decorated vehicles, possibly including a fire truck or two. 4:30-6 pm, 110 Azalea Street.
Trick or Treat
Taylor & Taylor Realty Company • Lincoln City
No tricks and safe treats at this family event. 4-6 pm, 3891 NE Hwy. 101.
Spooky Spectacular Lincoln City Outlets
Find candy, games and lots of fun on this walkthrough experience, located in the lower parking garage. 5:30-8 pm, 1500 SE East Devils Lake Road.
Oregon Coast Halloween Chorus Lincoln City Cultural Center
A spooky concert of classic Halloween favorites, performed in costume. 6 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101.
Adult Halloween Party
Gleneden Beach Community Hall
Live music, spooky food and costume contests, photo booth and lots of good fun. Bring something sweet or savory to share. $7. 6:30-9 pm, 110 Azalea Street.
Deadsy’s Dark Den
Depoe Bay
Take a scary tour through a house packed with skeletons, spiders and other creepy stuff. Donations accepted. 7-11 pm, 410 Cardinal Street.
Halloween Witches Paddle Lake Lytle • Rockaway Beach
Trunk or Treat at Gleneden Beach Community Hall
Your guide to live music on the Central Oregon Coast
Don’t see your favorite band or venue? Email the details to soundwaves@oregoncoasttoday.com and we’ll get you listed.
Thursday, Oct. 24
Bret Lucich
Oshen’s Restaurant • Gleneden Beach
See Saturday listing. 6-8 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-764-9026.
Hannah Paysinger
The Drift Inn • Yachats
Hannah’s rich and playful vocal tones are accompanied by a uniquely expressive piano style that some have described as indiefolk-pop. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Highway 101 North, 541-547-4477.
Jam Session
Snug Harbor • Lincoln City
Open mic jam session. All musicians welcome. 8:30 pm-midnight, 5001 SW Hwy. 101.
Karaoke
Bay Haven Inn • Newport
Have a great time with local host Doctor B. and support a small, local venue. 8:30 pm-close, 608 SW Bay Blvd.
Friday, Oct. 25
Ronnie Jay Pirrello
Luna Sea in Seal Rock
Bluesy stuff with guitar, harp and vocals. 5:30-8 pm, Luna Sea, 10111 N. Hwy. 101, Seal Rock, 541-563-LUNA.
Pocket Dimension
Pelican Brewing • Lincoln City
Soulful, jazzy music that defies gravity and transcends boundaries. 6-8 pm, 5911 SE Hwy. 101, 541-614-4216.
EZ-Eddy & the Jumpers
Fishing Rock Eatery & Lounge • Depoe Bay A blues party featuring E.Z. Eddy Campy and friends. 6-9 pm, 3245 Hwy. 101, 541-764-4222.
Bret Lucich
Oshen’s Restaurant • Gleneden Beach
See Saturday listing. 6-8 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-764-9026.
Garibaldi Jam
Garibaldi Community Hall
Mostly old-time favorites and Country-Western standards. Cut a rug on the large dance floor or simply sit and enjoy. 6-8 pm, 6th Street and Acacia Avenue.
Young Jim Carr
The Drift Inn • Yachats
This Eugene singer-songwriter conveys his longing for truth and love in his own unique poetic way. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Hwy. 101 N., 541-547-4477.
Open Mic/Karaoke
Primaltones Community Venue • Newport
All-ages until 10 pm; 21 and older after 10 pm, 2925 SE Ferry Slip Road. FMI, go to www.primaltones.com.
Karaoke
Bay Haven Inn • Newport
Have a great time with local host Doctor B. and support a small, local venue. 8:30 pm-close, 608 SW Bay Blvd.
DJ Metal
Chinook Winds Casino Resort • Lincoln City
Playing club hits in the Rogue River Lounge. 10 pm-1:30 am, 1777 NW 44th Street. Lincoln City, 888-244-6665.
Saturday, Oct. 26
Lucky Gap Trio
Beachcrest Brewing Company • Gleneden Beach
An Oregon Coast trio playing an eclectic variety of original songs, Americana and folk music from around the world. 5:30-7:30 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-234-4013.
Weird Science
Fishing Rock Eatery & Lounge • Depoe Bay
It’s an ‘80s thing, with Ronnie Jay Pirrello on vocals and bass, Kevin Strever on vocals and guitar, and Richard Robitaille on vocals and skins. 6-9 pm, 3245 Hwy. 101.
Bret Lucich
Oshen’s Restaurant • Gleneden Beach
An experience to remember from this singer-songwriter, with a wide variety of music for listening and dancing. 6-8 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-764-9026.
Harlan Rivers Band
The Drift Inn • Yachats
Americana with country roots and a little rock and roll. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Highway 101 North, 541-547-4477.
Rock ‘N Rewind
Beach Club Events Center • Lincoln City
This Eugene band presents a Halloween bash featuring rock and blues hits from the 1960s and 1970s. 8-11 pm, 2020 NE 22nd Street.
Mojo Holler
Schooner Restaurant & Lounge • Netarts
Head to the lounge for an evening of good ol’ Southern rock, folk and soul. Call for reservations. 7-9 pm, 2065 Netarts Basin Boat Road, 503-815-9900.
Karaoke
Snug Harbor Bar & Grill • Lincoln City
Hosted by Doctor B. 8:30 pm-close, 5001 SW Hwy. 101.
Karaoke
Bay Haven Inn • Newport
8:30 pm-close, 608 SW Bay Blvd.
Sunday, Oct. 27
Overdue Bills
Underground Pub and Grub • Yachats
A Hollerween Stomp performance of acoustic country ragtime blues. 4-6 pm, 125 Oceanview Drive.
Pacific Standard Time
Beachcrest Brewing Company • Gleneden Beach
Classic jazz and fresh ideas featuring Bill Hartsell on guitar, Bob Taylor on trumpet, Rich Dutton on keyboard, Don Nelson on bass, and Curtis Colt on drums. 4-6 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-234-4013.
Mike Tolle
Luna Sea at Seal Rock
Acoustic folk blues. 5-7:30 pm, 10111 NW Pacific Coast Hwy., Seal Rock, 541-563-5862.
Eric Levine
Fishing Rock Eatery & Lounge • Depoe Bay Laid-back blues, boogie and pop. 6-8 pm, 3245 Hwy. 101.
Tex Brooklyn Experiment
The Drift Inn • Yachats
A prolific songwriter, Rubin plays original tunes in a variety of genres on accordion, piano and vocals. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Highway 101 North, 541-547-4477.
Karaoke
Snug Harbor Bar & Grill • Lincoln City
Hosted by Doctor B. 8:30 pm-1 am, 5001 SW Hwy. 101.
Latin Night
Chinook Winds Casino Resort • Lincoln City
The party starts at 10 pm every Sunday in the Rogue River Lounge, 1777 NW 44th Street.
Monday, Oct. 28
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Oct. 26,
Sunday Jam
Bay Haven Inn • Newport
A chance for professional musicians to collaborate and improvise. 3-6 pm, 608 SW Bay Blvd.
Matt Neely
The Drift Inn • Yachats
Serving up high-energy bluegrass favorites, country classics, gritty blues and sultry acoustic jazz. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Highway 101 North, 541-547-4477.
Tuesday, Oct. 29
Linda Yapp
Zurita in Nye Beach • Newport
Mellow acoustic classics and easy listening to dine by. 5:30-8 pm, 711 NW 2nd Court, 541-272-5078.
Lincoln City Bluegrass Jam
Eagles Lodge • Lincoln City
Classic and contemporary bluegrass, old-time Americana and country music. Bring your acoustic instrument to play and sing in the Jam Circle, or just come to listen. All welcome. 6-8 pm, 737 SW 32nd Street.
Caveman Dave
The Drift Inn • Yachats Originally noted for his children’s songs, this singer-songwriter continues to write and release music for kids and adults, too. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Highway 101 North, 541-547-4477.
Jam Session
Wing Wa Taphouse • Depoe Bay Open mic jam session. All musicians welcome. 8 pm-close, 330 US-101, 541-765-2288.
Wednesday, Oct. 30
Live Music Wednesdays
Salishan Coastal Lodge • Gleneden Beach
Enjoy an acoustic set from Cossachi on the outdoor patio of the Attic Lounge, weather permitting. 5-7 pm, 7760 Hwy. 101.
Send your events details to soundwaves@oregoncoasttoday.com
SUDOKU is a number-placing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid with several given numbers. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so that each row, each column and each 3x3 box contains the same number only once. King Features
SUPER QUIZ
Take this Super Quiz to a Ph.D. Score 1 point for each correct answer on the Freshman Level, 2 points on the Graduate Level and 3 points on the Ph.D. Level.
Subject: LANDMARKS
Provide the city and country in which the landmark is located. (e.g., The Leaning Tower. Answer: Pisa, Italy.)
FRESHMAN LEVEL
1. The Louvre.
2. The Space Needle.
3. The Kaaba, the holiest shrine in Islam.
GRADUATE LEVEL
4. Sugarloaf Mountain.
5. The Taj Mahal.
6. The Alamo.
PH.D. LEVEL
7. The Sphinx.
8. The Trevi Fountain.
9. Burj Khalifa.
Last Week’s Answers:
Paris, France.
Seattle, Washington, U.S.
Mecca, Saudi Arabia. 4. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 5. Agra, India. 6. San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
Giza, Egypt. 8. Rome, Italy. 9. Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Tillamook Bay, Garibaldi
Siletz Bay, Lincoln City
Oct. 30 5:57 am
6.4 Thurs., Oct. 31 6:27 am 1.6 7:17 pm 0.1 12:34 am 5.3 12:07 pm 6.5
Yaquina Bay, Newport
Date Low Tides High Tides
Thurs., Oct. 24 12:32 am 0.1 12:52 pm 4.2 7:53 am 6.6 6:23
Fri., Oct. 25 1:39 am 0.5 2:19 pm 3.8 8:54 am 6.8 7:47 pm 6.7 Sat., Oct. 26 2:40 am 0.8 3:26 pm 3.1 9:40 am 7.1 9:02 pm 6.6 Sun., Oct. 27 3:31 am 1.0 4:16 pm 2.4 10:16 am 7.4 10:04 pm 6.6 Mon., Oct. 28 4:12 am 1.3 4:58 pm 1.7 10:45 am 7.5 10:56 pm 6.7 Tues., Oct. 29 4:47 am 1.6 5:34 pm 1.1 11:10 am 8.0 11:43 pm 6.8 Wed., Oct. 30 5:19 am 2.0 6:07 pm 0.5 11:34 am 8.3
Thurs., Oct. 31 5:49 am 2.4 6:39 pm 0.1 12:25 am 6.8 11:58 am 8.5
Alsea Bay, Waldport
Date Low Tides High Tides Thurs., Oct. 24 12:59 am 0.5 1:03 pm 3.9 7:51 am 5.8 6:45 pm 6.4 Fri., Oct. 25 2:01 am 0.9 2:19 pm 3.7 8:56 am 5.9 7:57 pm 6.1 Sat., Oct. 26 3:01 am 1.0 3:33 pm 3.3 9:50 am 6.1 9:08 pm 5.9 Sun., Oct. 27 3:54 am 1.1 4:34 pm
on stage
A real monster of a production
Just in time for Halloween, experience National Theatre’s live-recorded London production of “Frankenstein” on Wednesday, Oct. 30, on screen at the Newport Performing Arts Center.
Based on the novel by Mary Shelley and directed by Academy Award-winner Danny Boyle of “Trainspotting” and “Slumdog Millionaire” fame, Nick Dear’s adaptation stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller.
Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Victor Frankenstein’s bewildered Creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the increasingly desperate and vengeful Creature is determined to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal.
Scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of
good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing classic tale.
Captured in 2011, this thrilling, sold-out production became an international sensation, experienced by almost half a million people in cinemas worldwide. When the production was live in London, Cumberbatch and Miller alternated between the roles of Victor Frankenstein and his creation. Those who previously had the opportunity to witness Cumberbatch in the role of the Creature, and Miller as Victor Frankenstein, can now see these two powerful actors reverse their roles.
Content warning: the production contains sexual violence and may be disturbing to some viewers.
“Frankenstein” begins at 7 pm at the Newport Performing Arts Center, located at 777 W Olive Street. Tickets range from $16 to $22. For more information, go to coastarts. org or call 541-265-2787.
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A soup-er cause
By Chelsea Yarnell For the TODAY
Abowl of soup could change someone’s life.
Last year, Tides of Change, a nonprofit serving survivors of domestic sexual violence, stalking and trafficking, helped more than 600 people in Tillamook County.
“We serve children through the elderly,” said Tides of Change Executive Director Valerie Bundy, adding: “We have an emergency shelter, help people obtain protection orders and navigate through the different systems, help survivors maintain or gain housing stability, provide support groups and counseling.”
On hiatus since 2019, the 14th annual Soup Bowl Event returns this Saturday, Oct. 26, hosted at Pacific Restaurant in Tillamook. The dinner features soups, breads and desserts supplied by various restaurants including Pacific Restaurant, The Corral Grill & Taphouse, The Fern Café and the Sand Dollar Restaurant & Lounge. Unique to the fund-raiser is that guests have the option to purchase one of 125 hand-crafted soup bowls and have their dinner served in it.
“[Diners] get to pick one of the handmade bowls that the potters created and they get to keep it,” Bundy said.
The bowls are made by a group of northwest potters overseen by Clatsop County artist Richard Rowland. Rowland helps guide the group through the process
of firing in a wood-fire kiln that requires physical attention 24 hours a day for up to a week.
“A lot of people who have been students of his come together and create the bowls” Bundy said. “They also do it for the Harbor, which is a similar agency to us in Astoria.”
Guests interested in attending the Soup Bowl Event are encouraged to pre-purchase tickets. Dinner without a bowl is $30 and unique bowls to take home are $50 each. Tickets can be purchased online at Eventbrite.com or at the door.
“While it’s a fund-raiser, we also really look at it as a community gathering for those that are supportive of the work that we do for survivors,” Bundy said. “It’s just a nice time to come together and share a meal.”
Following the meal, Bundy and her staff will give guests an update about what the organization has been up to since 2019.
“We do really need and appreciate the support from our local community with donations throughout the year,” she said. “It helps with all the unique needs that come up that grants do not pay for.”
All services provided by Tides of Change are free and confidential.
A platform to gift monetarily and links to the Tides of Change Amazon Wishlist is available at tidesofchangenw.org.
Saturday’s Soup Bowl Event begins at 5 pm at Pacific Restaurant, located at 205 Main Avenue in Tillamook. For more information, go to tidesofchangenw.org.
Fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods and locally made crafts. Every Saturday from 9-1 next to City Hall at Highway 101 and Angle.
Photo by Roger Ross Photography
Artists on point at banner auction
The beautiful, hand-painted banners that have graced light poles throughout Nye Beach will soon be auctioned off, as is tradition, to raise money for kids’ arts programs.
A kick-off party will take place this Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Newport Visual Arts Center where guests can view the banners while enjoying light refreshments.
Bidding opens on 1 pm at Saturday and closes at 5 pm on November 1. All bidding takes place online.
Banners will be available to view at the gallery during regular open hours until bidding closes.
Founded and coordinated by Veronica Lundell, the banner project is a program of the Nye Beach Merchants Association. Each year, seasoned artists and first-time art makers donate their time and talents to
create original works of art on canvas banners. The association provides blank canvas banners for the artists, who are encouraged to depict some element of Nye Beach — be it music, dance, acting, writing, art, architectural elements or natural elements — on one side and on the other side, a quote that is thought-provoking, smile-inducing or simply “Nye Beach.” Each year artists are also welcome to create their banner based on an additional, timely theme. This year, the project’s additional theme celebrated pollinators. Saturday’s kick-off party runs from noon to 5 pm at the Newport Visual Arts Center, located at 777 NW Beach Drive and is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 4 pm. For more information, go to coastarts.org or call 541-265-6540.
cooking
Are you pumped for fall?
Fall on the Oregon Coast is here in all its colorful glory. I live for this time of year. The cozy warmth of boots, sweaters and scarves. Spooky movie nights with big bowls of popcorn. Curling up on the couch with a spine-tingling mystery book. Smells of comfort food wafting from the kitchen. These are some of the things I associate with the season. Even if the skies are gray and it’s raining sideways, it just adds to the fall atmosphere.
The symbol of this season is the pumpkin. They can be decorations, a night of carving fun and they can also be a delicious meal.
Pumpkins are one of the oldest crops known to have been cultivated in our country. Pumpkins are usually planted around the end of May and take roughly 120 days to reach maturity. They come in all shapes and sizes and can weigh anywhere from a few ounces to more than 100 pounds.
Pumpkins have some of the cutest names too: Big Moon, Happy Jack, Autumn Gold, Sweetie Pie and Jack Be Little to name a few.
There are more than 400 pumpkin farms in Oregon, some of them open to the public with pick-your-own pumpkin patches. In my family, no fall season is complete without a visit to a pumpkin patch.
It’s not just the flesh or meat of the pumpkin that’s good eating, the skin is also edible. And let’s not forget the pumpkin seeds waiting to be seasoned, roasted and snacked on. Not all pumpkins are suitable for eating. The larger pumpkins that are used for carving are not as tasty. The larger the pumpkin, the more fibrous and watery it will be. It also will be less flavorful. The tiny pumpkins we use to decorate our tables have less meat in them and will require more of them to feed a group. Small to medium sized pumpkins are ideal.
This recipe for Roasted Fall Pumpkin Salad is not only pretty but delicious. The colors in this pop — the white feta, ruby red dried cranberries and the golden orange pumpkin. The flavors are amazing, too. It’s sweet, tart and savory and it’s all drizzled with a maple orange vinaigrette. This is a fall favorite. I hope you FALL in love with it too.
Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Maple Orange Vinaigrette
2 small pumpkins
Olive oil for drizzling
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, or
goat cheese if you prefer
1/3 cup dried cranberries
Maple orange vinaigrette
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
To toast the pumpkin seeds, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Rinse the outside of the pumpkins and dry with a towel. With a sharp knife, cut each pumpkin in half. Scoop out the seeds and pulp. Put a quarter cup of the seeds in a fine mesh strainer. Rinse the seeds and place them on a towel and blot to remove the excess moisture. Place the seeds in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and add a sprinkle of salt and the garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly. Place the seeds on a small rimmed baking sheet and toast for about 12 to 15 minutes. Stir the seeds every five minutes to make sure they are toasting and browning evenly. If you want to roast all of the seeds you get from the pumpkins, just add more salt and garlic powder.
To roast the pumpkin, raise the oven temperature to 425 degrees. Cut each pumpkin half into slices about three quarters of an inch thick. Place the
2 tablespoons orange juice (about the juice of half of a small orange)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon each salt and black pepper
slices on a large rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss everything to coat it thoroughly. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes or until the pumpkin is fork tender. If you don’t care for the texture of pumpkin skin, you can peel it off easily after roasting it.
To make the vinaigrette, place all the vinaigrette ingredients in a mason jar with a tight-fitting lid. Give it a shake to blend all the ingredients. Set aside.
To assemble the salad, leave the pumpkin slices whole or cut them into smaller pieces. Place the roasted pumpkin on a platter. Sprinkle over the feta, dried cranberries and the pumpkin seeds. Shake the vinaigrette again and drizzle over. This can be served hot or room temperature.
Note: This will serve about six people as a side dish or three to four people as a main course.
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