On the list of things that on first hearing make no sense at all, I would have placed “silent disco” right at the top. That was, until I actually gave it a try at the inaugural Bloom Newport three years ago.
By Gretchen Ammerman Oregon Coast TODAY
Taking place in a dark space where the primary sources of light are the headphones that glow colors like red, green and purple, based on which song you have chosen, the silent disco allows you to get lost in your own world while still enjoying dancing among others.
Newport will bloom again this weekend, and is a great place to swap stories over a beer or switch up your water sport gear at the surf swap.
And maybe I will barely see some of you out on the silent disco dance floor.
For more information about the Bloom, see page 11.
View the Future hears some history
Hear some thought-provoking history at a presentation by Zachary Stocks, executive director of Oregon Black Pioneers, at the Yachats Commons this Sunday, June 1.
Hosted by View the Future and Yachatians for Social Justice, the talk will explore some of the first acts of Oregon’s provisional and territorial governments that restricted the rights of Black Americans, a group which made up less than one percent of the population. Where did these laws come from, and what were their impacts?
Stocks will discuss the history of Oregon’s notorious Black Exclusion Laws and the stories of the men and women who defied these laws.
Stocks brings a wealth of expertise to this event, boasting a distinguished career as a public historian, museum professional and former seasonal ranger for the National Parks Service. With a background that includes roles such as program director of Historical Seaport and visitor services manager of the Northwest African American Museum, Stocks is known for his dedication to historical preservation and education. As a testament to his commitment, he has previously interned at institutions such as Colonial
Williamsburg, Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History and Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. He has a BA in history from the College of William & Mary, complemented by a certificate in public history from the National Institute for American History and Democracy, as well as an MA in museology from the University of Washington.
Oregon Black Pioneers stands as Oregon’s sole historical society dedicated to safeguarding and sharing the experiences of African Americans statewide. Since its inception in 1993, it has been at the forefront of the often-overlooked history of African Americans in Oregon.
Through original exhibitions, scholarly publications, historical research and collaborative projects aimed at commemorating significant sites, the organization has tirelessly worked to amplify voices and stories that have long been marginalized.
Sunday’s talk begins at 2 pm at the Yachats Commons located at 441 Hwy. 101 N. Admission is by a suggested donation of $5.
For more information, go to viewthefuture.org.
Auditions where no-one is bard
Red Octopus Theatre Company and director Milo Graamans will hold open auditions for William Shakespeare’s, “Twelfth Night” at the Newport Performing Arts Center on Monday, June 2.
Graamans brings Shakespeare’s fast-paced romantic comedy of interwoven plots, mistaken identities, practical jokes, chaos and confusion to the center in a production that runs from October 17 through November 2. Bursting with vitality and romance, “Twelfth Night” features one of the Bard’s most remarkable heroines, matching wits with a host of captivating characters.
“Like most of Shakespeare’s plays, ‘Twelfth Night’ is written for a male-heavy cast,” Graamans said. “For this production, however, actors are encouraged to audition for any character they identify with, regardless of gender or age.”
Auditioners who play an instrument are encouraged to bring it with them, and while there is no need to prepare anything in advance for most roles, those interested in the parts of Feste, Toby or Andrew will be asked to sing approximately 30 seconds of a song of their choosing. While there are no roles written explicitly for children, young actors are very welcome to audition.
Rehearsals begin in mid-August, and the live production will take place in the David Ogden Stiers Theatre. Callbacks, if needed, will be held the evening of Wednesday, June 4. Auditions begin at 6 pm at the Newport Performing Arts Center, located at 777 W Olive Street. For more information, go to octopusonstage.com.
Newport hosts brain health conference
Learn how to take charge of your brain health at a Mini McGinty Conference on Alzheimer’s, aging and brain health. This free educational event will be held at the Samaritan Center for Health Education in Newport on Thursday, June 5.
The mini conference will cover several topics including the latest in Alzheimer’s and dementia research, 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s, practices for maintaining brain health at all ages and learning about community resources.
The conference is named for the late Dr. Dean McGinty, a Portland geriatrician, an early advocate for those living with dementia and a pioneer in the Alzheimer’s family-support movement.
Registration is required by calling the 24/7 Alzheimer’s Helpline at 800-272-3900 or going to alz.org/CRF then selecting Alzheimer’s Education Programs to find the Newport event.
The conference runs from 10 am to 2 pm with lunch provided. The Samaritan Center for Health Education is located at 740 SW Ninth St. in Newport, directly west of Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital.
‘Barber of Seville’ makes the cut
New York’s Metropolitan Opera will live-stream Gioachino Rossini’s effervescent comedy, “Il Barbiere di Siviglia,” to the Newport Performing Arts Center this Saturday, May 31. This will be the final presentation of the Met’s current “Live in HD” season, allowing Oregon Coast audiences the opportunity to watch the performance take place in real-time from nearly 3,000 miles away.
Rossini’s playful masterpiece retakes the stage in a madcap production from Bartlett Sher, conducted by Giacomo Sagripanti. Star mezzo-soprano Aigul Akhmetshina headlines a winning ensemble as the feisty heroine Rosina, alongside high-flying tenor Jack Swanson, in his Met debut, as her secret beloved, Count Almaviva. Baritone Andrey Zhilikhovsky stars as Figaro, the inimitable barber of Seville. Bass-baritone Peter Kálmán as Dr. Bartolo and bass Alexander Vinogradov as
Don Basilio round out the principal cast.
Premiering in Rome in 1816, Rossini’s perfectly honed treasure survived a famously disastrous opening night, caused by factions and local politics more than any reaction to the work itself, to become what may be the world’s most popular comic opera.
The score features solos of astounding speed in comic, tonguetwisting forms, especially the title role’s well-known Act I showstopper, “Largo al factotum.” Several of the opera’s most recognizable tunes have entered the world’s musical subconscious, most notably the introductory song of the swaggering Figaro, the titular barber of Seville. Saturday’s opera, sung in Italian with English subtitles, begins at 10 am and runs for 3 hours and 10 minutes with two intermissions. Tickets range from $12 to $28. The Newport Performing Arts Center is located at 777 W Olive Street. For more information, go to coastarts.org or call 541-2652787.
Gleneden Beach church rises from the ashes
Gleneden Beach Christian Church will hold a dedicated ceremony for its newly rebuilt sanctuary on Thursday, June 5.
The church has always had a special place in its community. Originally built using timbers from a shipwreck near Boiler Bay, it stood for over 70 years as a place of worship, celebration and connection for people in the area.
In September 2019, everything changed. A fire broke out on the church grounds, destroying the building beyond repair.
But even in that moment of loss, the church community didn’t give up. Through confusion and sadness, their faith stayed strong.
Finding places to meet was a challenge. For a time, the congregation worshipped in five different locations — including the Salishan resort, the Gleneden Community Club, and the Seagrove Clubhouse. Wherever they went, they brought their sense of togetherness and trust that something better was coming.
Building a new church took longer than expected. Costs rose, and the COVID-19 pandemic made everything more complicated. But then a connection brought new hope — David, a church member who was also an architect and missionary in Thailand, offered to design the new building. Within two weeks, a design was in place.
The project moved forward in stages. The first part to be completed was the sanctuary, along with a few essential spaces like bathrooms, offices and a small kitchen. There’s still more to be done — two additional wings are planned — but for now, the congregation is grateful to have a place of their own again.
The building, located at 7170 Church Ave., Gleneden Beach, will be dedicated in a 3 pm ceremony on Thursday, June 5.
Experience the Oregon Coast
View Natasha Ramras’s landscapes at her open studio, located at 1922 NE 68th Street, from Friday, May 30, to Sunday, June 1.
Explore new oil and watercolor works unveiled during the event, meet Natasha in person, and enjoy free admission as you gain a unique peek behind the scenes of her creative process. For details, go to artstudiotourlccc.com/locations
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the studio of this acclaimed coastal oil painter during the Art on the Edge Studio Tour, Friday, May 30- Sunday, June 1.
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Explore coastal creativity at the Art on the Edge studio tour
By Eliot Sekuler For the TODAY
It has become an annual tradition, a creative cruise along the coast that allows art lovers to indulge their curiosity, expand their knowledge of artistic technique and see work that they wouldn’t find anywhere else. This year’s selfguided Art on the Edge studio tour will take place from 11 am to 5 pm each day from Friday, May 30, to Sunday, June 1. As in past years, the tour will present a kaleidoscopic array of work in such varied media as oil and acrylic painting, watercolors, metal sculpture, fused glass, photography, fiber arts, mosaics, clay and ceramic art, driftwood furniture and weaving.
Two dozen artists will welcome visitors, discuss their creative process and offer work for sale at 14 studio sites along a route that extends from Neskowin to Newport.
Art on the Edge was created in 2017 by the Lincoln City Cultural Center to showcase the diversity and quality of the local arts scene. A showcase exhibit featuring all participating artists will be on display at the center’s Chessman Gallery through July 6, dramatically demonstrating. the diversity of the tour’s offerings.
The center’s visual arts director, Krista Eddy, was enthused about a new feature of the tour, the Passport to the Edge printed in in the tour’s map brochure, available at the center and at all of the tour’s studio locations. The passport features 24 boxes bearing the names of each participating artist.
their passports stamped at each location.”
Intrepid tour-goers who visit all 16 locations over the three days and turn in their passports at the center or at any of the artists’ studios will be eligible for drawings that will award two $250 gift certificates, good toward the purchase of artwork featured on the tour.
This year’s tour was organized by four of the participating artists: Maria Esther Sund, Karen Gelbard, Catherine Hingson and Tara Choate. Choate explained the advantages the tour affords both to the artist and the visitor.
“In other settings, artists are really at a remove from the public,” she said. “When you show your work in a gallery, you can’t be present all of the time and even at the opening, you’re really busy. The tour gives artists a chance to develop their presence, to talk to potential collectors, even add to their mailing lists. For the guests, the tour offers the opportunity to see items they wouldn’t ordinarily see displayed, find some really affordable art and get to know each artist better.”
“Each artist on the tour will have their own unique stamp,” Eddy said, “and visitors to their studios will be able to have
Much of the artwork in this year’s event will be familiar to veteran tour-goers. Sund’s exquisite multi-media pieces, Bob Gibson’s expressive photography, Natasha Ramras’ oils, watercolors and prints and Kelly Howard’s imaginatively crafted glasswork have been a presence in past tours. They’ll be joined by about a dozen tour newcomers, creating a good balance between fresh faces and tour veterans.
Among the new faces is that of acclaimed painter Sandy
Roumagoux, whose work will be on display at her Newport studio. Roumagoux, who has been painting professionally for the past 55 years, has work in the permanent collection of the Portland Art Museum, has shown her art at several of Portland’s most prominent galleries and, in 2024, served as artist in residence at the Hatfield Science Center. In an unusual twist, her career as an artist has been juggled with her interest in politics: she served three terms as the mayor of Newport, only the second woman to hold that position.
“I have a love for politics and art,” said Roumagoux, whose expressive landscapes are sometimes subtly imbued with environmental and social themes. “My artist friends can’t figure out why I’d want to be in the political world and my friends in politics can’t believe they’re dealing with an artist.”
For the Art on the Edge tour, she’ll be joined by fabric artist Janet Webster at her home studio, the tour’s southernmost site.
Although a majority of tour-goers tend to be Central Coast residents, Choate noted that a significant number of visitors to her studio in past years were out-of-towners who return to the event each year.
“I met a few people who were down for the weekend and came to my studio in family groups,” she said. “‘We do this every year,’ one of them told me. `It’s such a fun way to spend the weekend.’”
The Chessman Gallery is located inside the Lincoln City Cultural Center at 540 NE Hwy. 101. For more information, go to artstudiotourlccc.com or call 541-994-9994.
Sandy Roumagoux • Photo by Eliot Sekuler
Sandra Dust Acrylic artist in Neskowin
Maria Esther Sund
Ken Dust • colored pencil
Sandra Dust • acrylics
Shawn Ramirez • acrylics
Newport in Bloom
Now in its fourth year, Bloom Newport is an opportunity to celebrate the creativity, culture, commerce, cuisine and connections that make Newport unique and inviting. This inclusive, sustainability-focused event will take place at the Newport Performing Arts Center and surrounding areas on Saturday, May 31.
The lively afternoon will feature local talent and entertainment, community organizations, artisans, vendors, food, the ever-popular beverage garden and more.
Esplanade Stage
Newport Visual Arts Center. There’ll be more to do, see and experience than ever before.
3-4 pm — It Found Things
4:20-5:20 pm — Your Song
My Song
5:40-7 pm — Spruce Tips
Main Stage
3-3:30 pm — DJ Evue
3:30-4:15 — Revel’n
4:15-4:45 pm — DJ Eveu
4:45-5:15 pm — Folklorico
“We’re excited to invite the public to join us,” said event organizers Talaina King. “We’re gearing up for our biggest and best celebration yet as we mark the changing seasons and embrace new beginnings together.”
6-7 pm — Tsunami Zone
Guests can explore a diverse mix of artisans, crafters and non-profits, offering handmade goods, unique artwork, resources, information and more. The lineup for live entertainment includes Tsunami Zone, The Spruce Tips, It Found Things, Ballet Folklorico Oregon Coast, Revel’n, Your Song My Song and DJ Eveu. Revelers are also invited to take part in a fan favorite, the Silent Disco, where fun-seekers of all ages can dance the night away in the newly renovated David Ogden Stiers Studio Theatre. The beverage garden will include craft drinks from Rogue Brewing, Pelican Brewing, 2Towns Ciderhouse, Bier One and Rusty Truck Brewing.
Alice Silverman Theatre
4 pm — Pacific Dance
Ensemble performance
Bloom has certainly begun to blossom. In previous years, it was held primarily in the parking lot and foyer of the center. The 2025 event will take on a larger footprint, spreading down nearby Cliff Street all the way to
Leashed dogs are welcome for those that have their own, and for those still looking, the Pacific Northwest Puppy Train will be onsite with dogs available for adoption.
The festival grounds are wheelchair accessible, with ramp access and clear paved paths through the main event and indoor spaces.
Saturday’s event begins at 3 pm at the Newport Performing Arts Center, located at 777 W Olive Street. For more information, go to bloomnewport.org or call 541-265-2787.
Lincoln City proudly presents...
Dress in your rainbow-colored best and head to the Lincoln City Cultural Center for two events leading up to the 2025 Lincoln City Oregon PrideFest.
This Friday, May 30, the festival committee presents an evening with Sarah Adams, a sapphic folk Americana rock artist originally from South Carolina. Her warmth and tenacity on stage will captivate you, and her lyrics will linger with you long after you see her perform. Drawing inspiration from artists like Brandi Carlile, Eva Cassidy and Sara Bareilles, Adams shares deeply personal and relatable stories, making her live shows a powerful and unforgettable experience. The evening will also feature local artist Pat Magada and his band.
Tickets for Sarah Adams are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.
Next up on Saturday, June 7, you can take the stage at Queer-aoke and Open Mic Night, emceed by the fabulous local entertainer Sweeney Grey.
Come sing, perform music or read poetry. There will be drinks for sale and light snacks for free.
Entry to Queer-aoke and Open Mic Night is by a suggested donation of $5.
Both events begin at 7 pm at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, located at 540 NE Hwy. 101. For more information and tickets, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter. org or call 541-994-9994.
Be part of the parade
The Gleneden Beach 4th of July Parade was, for many years, one of the Oregon Coast’s most popular Independence Day parades. Now, back for the second year after a multiple-year hiatus, organizers are looking to keep growing the parade back to its original glory and you are invited to help by sponsoring, volunteering, performing, getting a booth or participating in the parade in any way.
The Friday, July 4, festivities kick off at 11 am, with a dazzling display of classic cars, trucks, fire engines, horses, floats and the ever-popular passing out of candy.
Enjoy live music throughout the day, featuring the coast’s own EZ Eddy and the Jumpers, and craft, food and beverage vendors offering delicious treats and collectables.
The highlight of the event, the parade, will start at 1 pm. Watch as the US Coast Guard Honor Guard leads vintage vehicles, clowns and community groups marching down the streets of Gleneden Beach, celebrating the spirit of freedom and patriotism.
For more information and to sign up, message Warren Ryland at warren@glenedenparade.org or go to glenedenparade.org.
Wild at art
Enjoy meeting an artist who brings wildlife to life when MidCoast Watersheds Council hosts a conversation with wildlife artist Ram Papish at Newport’s Pacific Maritime Heritage Center on Thursday, June 5.
Art is a powerful tool that can be used to connect people to wildlife, promote conservation and celebrate the natural world. Papish, a professional wildlife artist based on the Oregon Coast, has spent his life capturing the beauty of birds, mammals and native landscapes through illustration. His work appears in interpretive signs, books and posters across the Pacific Northwest, inspiring curiosity and care for the species we share our home with.
Papish will showcase a wide range of his illustrations; demonstrate the techniques he uses to bring wildlife to life on the page; and share his journey from painting birds as a child to creating illustrations that support science education and wildlife awareness. The presentation will also explore the intersection of art and science, and how creative work can support efforts to protect special places on the Oregon Coast.
The event begins at 6:30 pm at the Pacific Maritime Heritage Center, located at 333 SE Bay Blvd. in Newport. For more information, go to oregoncoasthistory.org or call 541-265-7509.
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Newport Farmers Market
Downtown Newport
This market offers locally made handcrafts, art, specialty foods and fresh fruits, vegetables and farm products from Lincoln County farms and growers from surrounding areas. 9 am to 1 pm just off Highway 101 next to Newport City Hall.
Neskowin Farmers Market
Neskowin
Find unique gift ideas, one-of-a-kind crafts and handmade goods from Oregon vendors. 10 am-4 pm, 7760 NW Hwy. 101. Continues Saturday.
Free Yoga Classes
Lincoln City Senior Center
All are welcome at these classes, which include meditation techniques for personal development and dietary instruction. 11 am-12:15 pm, 2150 NE Oar Place. FMI, email yogasource10@gmail.com.
Book at luminoussoulcenter. com. 10 am, 6645 Gleneden Beach Loop. FMI, call 971-313-2383. Artisan Faire
Bright Horizons Fund-raiser
Primaltones Community Venue • Newport
Enjoy live music, chicken bingo and bake sale while raising funds for the Bright Horizons therapeutic horseback riding stable in Siletz. $10-20 suggested donation. 6 pm-close, 2925 SE Ferry Slip Road.
Sarah Adams
Friday, May 30
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Lincoln City Oregon PrideFest presents an evening with this folk Americana rock artist whose lyrics will linger with you long after you see her perform. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. $15 in advance and $20 at the door. FMI, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.
“Sordid Lives”
North County Recreation District Nehalem A dark comedy about a quirky Texas family thrown into chaos after the scandalous death of their matriarch. Long-buried secrets and eccentric personalities collide as the family gathers for her funeral, resulting in hilarious and heartfelt moments. 7 pm, 36155 9th Street. Tickets, $20, available at www.riverbendplayers.org.
“Dances from the Heart”
Newport Performing Arts Center
This vibrant program showcases original choreography and dancers from the Pacific Dance Ensemble and the Newport School of Artistic Movement, directed by Nancy Mittleman. 7 pm, 777 W Olive Street. FMI, go to coastarts.org or call 541-265-2787.
“Arsenic and Old Lace”
Theatre West Lincoln City Shenanigans abound in this classic black comedy about the only thing more deadly than poison: family. 7:30 pm, 3536 SE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $15-$20, available at TheatreWest.com or call 541-994-5663.
Find fresh local produce, prepared foods, music and more. 9 am-1 pm, 48875 Hwy 101 S., opposite Neskowin Wayside.
“Il Barbiere di Siviglia”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Rossini’s playful masterpiece retakes the stage in a madcap production from Bartlett Sher, presented on the big screen to conclude the Met’s “Live in HD” season. Sung in Italian with English subtitles. 10 am-1 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets $12 to $28. FMI, go to coastarts.org or call 541-265-2787.
Art on the Edge Studio Tour
Neskowin to Newport
A chance to peek behind the scenes at 18 coastal studios from Neskowin to Newport, visiting potters, painters, glass blowers and more. 10 am-5 pm, continues through Sunday. Start at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to www. artstudiotourlccc.com or call 541-994-9994.
Artisan faire at Salishan
Salishan Marketplace • Gleneden Beach
Find unique gift ideas, one-of-a-kind crafts and handmade goods from Oregon vendors. 10 am-4 pm, 7760 NW Hwy. 101.
Saturday Market
Taft Hall Lincoln City
Find handcrafted goods from local vendors alongside an array of home baked treats. 10 am-3 pm, 1206 SE 48th Street.
The Unexpected Elephant
South Lincoln Resources • Waldport
Browse a wealth of treasures at this fund-raising sale, benefiting South Lincoln Resources, Waldport Food Share and Adventist Clothing Share. 10 am-2 pm, 3710 Crestline Drive. FMI, call 541-563-3710.
American Cetacean Society
Newport Public Library
Doctoral candidate Shanta Shamsunnahar will present her research on reducing cetacean bycatch by shaping behavior of small-scale fishers. Noon, 35 NW Nye Street.
Saturday, May 31
Elks Charity Bingo
Lincoln City Elks Lodge
Join this friendly bingo family, bring your friends, meet old friends or make new ones. A portion of this month’s proceeds will benefit the Backpacks for Kids program. 1 pm, 1350 SE Oar Avenue.
How to Talk About Politics & Religion
Tillamook Public Library • Tillamook
A free hands-on workshop to learn valuable skills that will help you navigate those difficult conversations with loved ones. 1:303:30 pm, 1716 3rd Street.
Bloom Newport
Newport Performing Arts Center
Returning for its fourth year, this celebration of creativity and culture features local talent and entertainment, community organizations, artisans, vendors, food, the ever-popular beverage garden and more. 3-9 pm, 777 W Olive Street. FMI, go to bloomnewport.org or call 541-265-2787.
“A Tribute to the King”
Tillamook High School
Sunday, June 1
Pancake Breakfast
Gleneden Beach Community Club
Enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes plus eggs, sausage or ham, orange juice and hot beverages. $10 for adults, $6 for kids aged six to 12. 8-11 am, 110 Azalea Street. FMI, go to glenedenbeach.org.
Art on the Edge Studio Tour
Neskowin to Newport
A chance to peek behind the scenes at 18 coastal studios from Neskowin to Newport, visiting potters, painters, glass blowers and more. 10 am-5 pm, continues through Sunday. Start at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to www. artstudiotourlccc.com or call 541-994-9994.
Tillamook School of Dance presents a thrilling and energetic tribute to the life and legacy of Elvis Presley, with all proceeds benefiting Tillamook Hospice. 7-9 pm, 2605 12th Street.
“Sordid Lives”
North County Recreation District • Nehalem
A dark comedy about a quirky Texas family thrown into chaos after the scandalous death of their matriarch. Long-buried secrets and eccentric personalities collide as the family gathers for her funeral, resulting in hilarious and heartfelt moments. 7 pm, 36155 9th Street. Tickets, $20, available at www. riverbendplayers.org.
“Arsenic and Old Lace”
Theatre West Lincoln City
Shenanigans abound in this classic black comedy about the only thing more deadly than poison: family. 7:30 pm, 3536 SE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $15-$20, available at TheatreWest.com or call 541-994-5663.
Lincoln City Sunday Market
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Find farm-fresh produce, specialty foods, tasty treats and local artisan craft arrayed on the cultural center lawn. 10 am-3 pm, featuring Portland singer-songwriter Gabriel Hess playing country, classic soul and more from 11 am-1 pm. 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to www.LincolnCitySundayMarket.org.
Biosphere Beach Ambassador NW 15th Street • Lincoln City
Get some expert tide pool guidance from Josh Havelind of the Cascade Head Biosphere Collaborative. 11 am-1 pm, NW 15th Street. FMI, call 541-996-1274.
“A Course in Miracles”
Congregational Church of Lincoln City
This ongoing spiritual self-study program offers a warm welcome to all. 2-3 pm, 2435 NW Oar Place. FMI, call Pam at 541-961-0084 or Mary Anne at 480-310-3433.
“Sordid Lives”
North County Recreation District Nehalem
See Saturday listing for details. 2 pm, 36155 9th Street. Tickets, $20, available at www. riverbendplayers.org.
Black Exclusion Laws
Yachats Commons
Zachary Stocks, executive director of Oregon Black Pioneers will discuss the history of Oregon’s notorious Black Exclusion Laws and the stories of the men and women who defied these laws. Hosted by View the Future and Yachatians for Social Justice. 2 pm, 441 Hwy. 101 N. $5 suggested donation. FMI, go to viewthefuture.org.
“Arsenic and Old Lace”
Theatre West Lincoln City
Shenanigans abound in this classic black comedy about the only thing more deadly than poison: family. 2 pm, 3536 SE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $15-$20, available at TheatreWest.com or call 541-994-5663.
Monday, June 2
Tuesday, June 3
David’s Chair Demo
Nye Beach Turnaround Newport Experience the beach like never before at this demonstration of this all-terrain track chair. 10 am to noon. To reserve a 20-minute time slot, call 541-265-9617.
A Course in Miracles
Ocean Unity Waldport 2 pm, 385 Alsea Hwy. (across from Ray’s Market). FMI, contact Linda at 509-859-3070.
Shut Up & Write!
Gilgamesh Brewing • Lincoln City Break through your writer’s block, overcome procrastination and make consistent progress on your projects. 2-4 pm every Wednesday at the Lincoln City Outlets, 1500 SE East Devils Lake Road. FMI, contact CJ at 541-224-6498.
Cribbage Club Pioneer Joe Coffee • Gleneden Beach Forget the rest. Come play with the best. 4 pm in the Salishan Marketplace, 7760 Hwy. 101. FMI, call 541-574-7668.
City Demonstration Garden OSU Master Gardeners will be available for consultation. 4-6 pm, 3788
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Hosted by Donnie King. Musicians, dancers and party-goers welcome. 6-8 pm-ish, 106 E Olive Street, 541-265-2430.
Shy Shy and Gary
The Drift Inn • Yachats
Oregon Coast locals playing folk, blues and originals. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Hwy. 101 N., 541-547-4477.
Jam Session
Snug Harbor • Lincoln City
Open mic jam session. All musicians welcome. 8:30 pmmidnight, 5001 SW Hwy. 101.
Karaoke
Zeller’s Bar & Grill • Lincoln City
8:30 pm-12:30 am, 1643 Hwy. 101, 541-994-8100.
Karaoke
Bay Haven Inn • Newport
Have a great time with local host Dr. B. and support a small, local venue. 8:30 pm-midnight, 608 SW Bay Blvd.
Friday, May 30
Waldport Acoustic Jam
Waldport Community Center
Musicians and listeners of all ages and abilities are welcome and a piano is available. 3-5 pm, 265 NW Hemlock Street.
BubbaLew
Beach Daisy Wine • Yachats
Enjoy fine wine and the original blues and ballads of Bill Lewey in this solo acoustic set. 5-7 pm, 2118 Hwy. 101 N.
Ron & Jean
Luna Sea in Seal Rock
Acoustic duo. 5-7:30 pm, Luna Sea, 10111 N. Hwy. 101, Seal Rock, 541-563-LUNA.
Bret Lucich
Joe’s Table • Gleneden Beach
An acoustic experience to remember from this singersongwriter, entertainer and musician. 6-8 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-764-9026.
Whole Lotta Louis
Fishing Rock Eatery & Lounge • Depoe Bay
The music of Louis Prima, Louis Armstrong and Louis Jordan played by Don Nelson on bass, Richard Robitaille on drums and vocals, Neal Staufenbeil on sax, and Ronnie Jay Pirrello on guitar, harp and vocals. 6-9 pm, 3245 Hwy. 101.
Reb Conner
Pelican Brewing • Lincoln City
Enjoy a pint with a view, alongside live music. 6-8 pm, 5911 SE Hwy. 101, 541-614-4216.
World Famous Open Mic
Tastee Tiki at Ossies Surf Shop • Newport 6 pm, 4900 N Coast Hwy.
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.
Big Fir
The Drift Inn • Yachats
This eminently danceable band has a sound grounded in roots rock, soul and funk that lives up to the name. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Hwy. 101 N., 541-547-4477.
Karaoke
Bay Haven Inn • Newport
Have a great time with local host Dr B. and support a small, local venue. 8:30 pm-close, 608 SW Bay Blvd.
Karaoke
Zeller’s Bar & Grill • Lincoln City 8:30 pm-12:30 am, 1643 Hwy. 101, 541-994-8100.
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, May 31
Wild Hog in the Woods
Beachcrest Brewing Company • Gleneden Beach
A wild mix of old-time, swing, sleaze-jazz, ragtime, blues and tin-pan alley tunes played with honest verve and gusto. 5-7:30 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541234-4013.
Franspaul
Luna Sea in Seal Rock
Indie blues and fingerstyle guitar. Mainly original compositions, plus a few covers. 5:30-8 pm, Luna Sea, 10111 N. Hwy. 101, Seal Rock, 541-563-LUNA.
Old Peculier
Fishing Rock Eatery & Lounge • Depoe Bay
An eclectic trio performing everything from Hank Williams country ballads to Frank Zappa’s political, psychedelic rock, with tuneful stops along the way. 6-9 pm, 3245 Hwy. 101.
Bret Lucich
Joe’s Table • Gleneden Beach
An acoustic experience to remember from this singersongwriter, entertainer and musician. 6-8 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-764-9026.
Elisha Phil
The Drift Inn • Yachats
This Eugene singer-songwriter strives to unpack the complex experiences and emotions that come with being human through simple, honest lyrics and melodies. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Hwy. 101 N., 541-547-4477.
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Schooner Restaurant & Lounge • Netarts
Tunes you love to hear, rock, blues, folk and more from Mike Soto and Gayle Ritt. Call for reservations. 7-9 pm, 2065 Netarts Basin Boat Road, 503-815-9900.
Madson Madness
Beach Club Event Center • Lincoln City
This high-energy party band delivers, with cover songs and original music. $5. 8 pm, 2020 NE 22nd Street, 541-4185468.
Arthur Buezo, It&I and Polybanderous
Primaltones Community Venue • Newport
A night of one-man bands. $10. 8 pm, 2925 SE Ferry Slip Road.
Karaoke
Snug Harbor Bar & Grill • Lincoln City
Karaoke
Bay Haven Inn • Newport
Have a great time with local host Precious. and support a small, local venue. 8:30 pm-close, 608 SW Bay Blvd.
Karaoke
Zeller’s Bar & Grill • Lincoln City 9 pm-2 am, 1643 Hwy. 101, 541-994-8100.
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.
Sunday, June 1
Eric Levine
Tastee Tiki at Ossies Surf Shop • Newport Classic rock and blues. 1 pm, 4900 N Coast Hwy.
Sunday Jam
Bay Haven Inn • Newport
A chance for professional musicians to collaborate and improvise. 3-6 pm, 608 SW Bay Blvd.
Sunday Jazz Jam
Beachcrest Brewing Company • Gleneden Beach Instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome to sit in. 4-6 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-234-4013.
Overdue Bills
Yachats Underground Pub
Fun, old, acoustic Americana covers and originals. 4-6 pm, 125 Oceanview Drive.
Acoustic Minds • Thursday, May 29, in Lincoln City
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Eric Levine • Sunday, June 1, in Newport
Mike Tolle
Luna Sea in Seal Rock
Acoustic folk blues. 5-7:30 pm, Luna Sea, 10111 N. Hwy. 101, Seal Rock, 541-563-LUNA.
Tex Brooklyn Experiment
The Drift Inn • Yachats
Enjoy original songs, old standards, unique arrangements, requests and fun from Bill Stiffler on bass, Morgen Silverhorn on horns, and Robert “Tex Brooklyn” Rubin on piano and accordion. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Hwy. 101 N., 541-547-4477.
Karaoke
Zeller’s Bar & Grill • Lincoln City
8:30 pm-12:30 am, 1643 Hwy. 101, 541-994-8100.
Karaoke
Snug Harbor Bar & Grill • Lincoln City
Hosted by Doctor B. 8:30 pm-midnight, 5001 SW Hwy. 101.
Monday, June 2
Barbara Lee Turrill
The Drift Inn • Yachats
Singer-songwriter-guitarist playing artisanal folk: slightly political and emotionally rich. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Highway 101 North, 541-547-4477.
Karaoke
Zeller’s Bar & Grill
• Lincoln City
8:30 pm-12:30 am, 1643 Hwy. 101, 541-994-8100.
Tuesday, June 3
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.
John Bringetto Duo
The Drift Inn • Yachats Latin classics and jazz standards. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Highway 101 North, 541-547-4477.
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.
Karaoke
Zeller’s Bar & Grill • Lincoln City
8:30 pm-12:30 am, 1643 Hwy. 101, 541-994-8100.
Wednesday, June 4
Live Music Wednesdays
Salishan Coastal Lodge • Gleneden Beach
Enjoy an acoustic set from Tevis Hodge Jr. on the outdoor patio of the Attic Lounge, weather permitting. 5-7 pm, 7760 Hwy. 101.
Joel Martin
The Drift Inn • Yachats Acoustic. 6-8:30 pm, 124 Hwy. 101 N., 541-547-4477.
Karaoke
Zeller’s Bar & Grill • Lincoln City
8:30 pm-12:30 am, 1643 Hwy. 101, 541-994-8100.
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Music festival chooses rock
By Eliot Sekuler For the TODAY
After a months-long search for an artist to create an image for all printed and online materials for its upcoming season, Siletz Bay Music Festival has chosen Lincoln City-based artist Stephanie Reitmeier and her pastel rendering of the Siletz Bay’s iconic four brothers rock formation, echoing the imagery of the festival’s logo.
The new artwork will be seen on the festival’s website, where program information for the 2025 season will be announced and tickets will be available for purchase in midJune.
For the new artwork, Reitmeier used a variety of pastel types on sanded paper. The artist, whose work is displayed and sold at the Pacific Artists’ Co-op Gallery, holds a certificate in Nature Art Illustration and has taught classes in outdoor watercolor sketching. Her artwork is held in private collections in the United States and Europe.
In describing the piece, Reitmeier said she sought to convey the experience of listening
to music through visuals, drawing inspiration from the golden hues of the Siletz Bay rocks.
“I emphasized these tones to develop the color palette, aiming for a vivid and lush appearance,” she said. “Generally, I find sunsets particularly inspiring because of their striking colors and the emotions they invoke. They serve as a poignant reminder that every conclusion marks a new start.”
Siletz Bay Music Festival was founded to bring multi-genre world-class music performed by outstanding musicians to the area, reaching across race, culture, age, social and economic barriers and providing extraordinary music and educational experiences.
The festival’s 13th season will be held Aug. 14 through 24 at locations in Lincoln City and Newport. The festival will present 10 concerts over 11 days, including chamber, jazz and orchestral music. Two free events are planned, including a family event with special appeal to younger audiences. The complete schedule will be posted on June 15. For more information, go to siletzbaymusic. org.
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This important position is the first step in a career path that has potential for further advancement both within the City and the water industry in general. A Utility Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks involving both light and heavy labor in the operation, maintenance, and construction of water works facilities; does related work as required and may work evenings or weekends as needed.
General Requirements: One year experience or combination of experience and education in public works equipment operation, laboring duties, or distribution operations and maintenance; graduation from high school or GED program OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
To apply, go to www.cityofdepoebay.org/administration/jobopening/utility-worker-1-or-2-0
MAINTENANCE WORKER
Salary: $49,460.04$69,595.24, plus benefits & PERS
Full-Time: 40 Hours Per Week
The City of Depoe Bay is looking for a skilled “fixer” as a Maintenance Worker. This position performs a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and upkeep of City parks, the Community Hall, City buildings, infrastructure, rights-of-ways, and related facilities and equipment, including the cleaning and maintenance of restroom facilities.
General Requirements: Two years of experience in working with the public in customer service, janitorial, harbor and/ or park maintenance, landscaping, construction, marina and/or boating experience or any satisfactory combination of experience and training. Willingness to obtain additional education/training.
Visit www.cityofdepoebay.org/publicworks/job-opening/ maintenance-worker-1 for a detailed job description and to apply.
UTILITY BILLING/ OFFICE ASSISTANT
Salary: $47,270.08$66,513.75
Full-Time: 40 Hours Per Week
Part of a front-line customer service team performing a variety of administrative and accounting support functions of a routine to detailed complexity, including but not limited to: accounts receivables, collections, data entry, sorting mail, processing City forms and permits, and responding to customer questions via phone, in-person, or computer. Work involves considerable contact with the public.
General Requirements: At least two years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping, preferably governmental fund accounting, and at least one year of experience in routine clerical work and a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
To apply, go to www.cityofdepoebay.org/administration/jobopening/utility-billing-specialistoffice-assistant-0.
on stage Dances from the Heart
Pacific Dance Ensemble presents its 38th annual free show, “Dances from the Heart: a dancer’s life” at the Newport Performing Arts Center this Friday, May 30.
Directed by Nancy Mittleman, the program will showcase original choreography and dancers from the Pacific Dance Ensemble and the Newport School of Artistic Movement.
Pieces include choreography reflecting the dancers’ thoughts originating from various points of inspiration, including student poetry, haiku, a memorial piece honoring a dearly loved friend and pieces exploring the dancers’ pure love of movement. The program includes diverse styles of dance ranging from classical ballet to modern dance to spontaneous improvisations and dancing with props.
As the famous choreographer/dancer, Martha Graham said, “Movement never lies. It is a barometer telling the state of the soul’s weather to all who can read it.”
Watch as the performers share secrets of how we explore and shape movements to speak through dance and see the process unfold as the dancers grow through the years to become performers and choreographers.
In addition to her own performing experience on both east and west coasts, Mittleman has more than 50 years of expertise, directing and training dancers from preschool to professional.
Members of Pacific Dance Ensemble and students of Newport School of Artistic Movement have gone on to study and perform all over the world, including such prestigious places as the Martha Graham Studio, American Ballet Theatre and Juilliard in New York, the Laban School in London and the San Francisco, Eugene and Pacific Northwest ballets.
Pacific Dance Ensemble is a non-profit organization with the mission to provide young dancers interested in dance as a career, the opportunity to work and perform with professional artists, produce original works and showcase their talents. The ensemble has worked to increase awareness of the arts to the community at-large since its inception in 1986.
“Dances from the Heart” begins at 7 pm this Friday, May 30, at the Newport Performing Arts Center, located at 777 W Olive Street. For more information, go to coastarts.org or call 541-265-2787.
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Subject: TWO-WORD PHRASES
Provide the two-word or hyphenated phrase often used in spoken English. (e.g., A trivial injury. Answer: Boo-boo.)
FRESHMAN LEVEL
1. If you “call ___” something, you cancel or postpone it.
2. If you want to know why the traffic is not moving, you might ask, “What’s the hold-____?”
3. If you think something is of little importance, you might say, “So ____!”
GRADUATE LEVEL
4. Events or situations that are very satisfactory and pleasant are sad to be “hunky ____.”
5. If you reverse your stand or position about something, you “flip-____.”
6. Statements that are not firm or clear are said to be “wishy-____.”
PH.D. LEVEL
7. Neither very good nor very bad.
8. To not go to bed at your usual bedtime.
9. To hold under control or at a reduced level.
Chair the love
Curious about the buzz around special chairs that help increase mobility on the beach? Experience the beach like never before when the Newport 60+ Activity Center hosts a special demonstration of the David’s Chair, an all-terrain track chair that offers greater beach access for seniors and individuals with mobility challenges, at the Nye Beach Turnaround on Wednesday, June 4.
Many older adults avoid uneven terrain like sand due to stability concerns, but David’s Chair removes that barrier. It is a powerful
tool that supports active aging, allowing participants to safely enjoy a beach walk and reconnect with nature.
This innovative mobility device provides the freedom to explore the Oregon Coast in a safe and supportive way.
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Siletz Bay, Lincoln City
While the David’s Chair is permanently stationed at Don Davis Park, it will be available for public use during this special event from 10 am to noon. To reserve a 20-minute time slot, call 541-265-9617.
Clamming class in Netarts
Would you like to learn more about the different types of clams in Netarts Bay? Are you new to clamming and looking for some tips? Do you love to clam but rather not go alone?
Join Friends of Netarts Bay, Estuary, Beach and Sea — WEBS, and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife this Saturday, May 31, for an informative day on the bay, learning about sustainable shellfish harvesting.
“Not only will participants gain insights into sustainable clamming practices, they will also learn more about ODFW’s research on bay clam populations and estuarine habitat studies” said WEBS Stewardship Coordinator Marina Dreeben.
In addition to discussing current research,
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participants will learn about the role of shellfish in bay health, the types of clams in the bay and the best, most sustainable methods for harvesting wild shellfish. Both new and experienced clammers will have a chance to learn alongside ODFW and WEBS staff and volunteers. Clammers can count on gaining knowledge and collecting their limit with a fun group of community members.
This popular event fills up quickly but there are usually last-minute cancellations so feel free to sign up and add your name to the waitlist in case spots become available, or email info@netartsbaywebs.org to volunteer as a photographer, on-shore support, or clamming expert. For registration and more information, go to netartsbaywebs.org/events.
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Find some time for found objects exhibit
Find yourself among found objects at the fine arts opening of “Nature, Paper, Fiber, Found,” featuring the art of Cheri Aldrich at Newport Visual Arts Center this Friday, May 30.
An opening reception will take place on Saturday, June 7, from 1 to 3 pm, giving guests the opportunity to hear Aldrich speak about her work.
“Cheri is a local treasure,” said Chasse Davidson, director of the center. “She exemplifies a lifestyle of bringing creativity into every aspect of daily living. Her artistic career is an inspiration, and her contributions to the local art scene are truly a gift.”
Aldrich purposefully gathers materials such as sticks, stones, fiber, driftwood, seaweed, kelp, botanicals and found objects, ingeniously upcycling them into delightfully unique finished art pieces. Strongly influenced by
nature, her work encompasses a diverse range of mediums, including jewelry, basketry, clay, gourds, sea kelp, paper and book arts, eco-printing, assemblage and mixed media. Self-taught and interdisciplinary, Aldrich is currently in her 50th year as a full-time artist.
“For me, creating is just as natural as breathing, eating and sleeping,” she said. “I love to wander, collect and imprint scenes, sounds and smells. Themes of nature and a love of rich textures and layers are common threads in my work. I feel that, when viewed collectively, my work has a common voice, even though the mediums are widely varied.”
The exhibit will be on display through July 27 at the Newport Visual Arts Center, located at 777 NW Beach Drive and open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 4 pm. For more information, go to coastarts.org or call 541-265-6540.
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