SUN Pacific City
Quite a Family
Nestucca High School students will perform the popular musical ‘Mamma Mia!’ during three upcoming performances — April 30, May 2 & 3
A new adventure is launching on the Oregon Coast this summer with the debut of Wild Coast Camp, a naturebased day camp designed to immerse children in the coastal landscape through hands-on wilderness and bushcraft skills, forest adventures, and beach exploration.
Developed by the team at Neskowin Valley School, Wild Coast Camp offers what organizers describe as a unique, experience-rich alternative to traditional summer camps. Open to children entering Kindergarten through 7th grade, each week-long session will focus on outdoor skills like shelter-building, wildlife tracking, navigation, and ecosystem exploration across forests, rivers, and shorelines. Activities are age-appropriate and guided by experienced outdoor educators.
This summer also marks the launch of special 3- and 4-year-old camp weeks, running alongside the main camp with its own playful and developmentally appropriate curriculum. The younger camp group will be led by the school’s new preschool–K teacher, offering little explorers what the school says is a gentle introduction to outdoor learning.
In addition, four Junior counselor positions are available for rising 8th graders or 14-year-olds interested in developing leadership and mentoring skills in an outdoor setting.
NVS says the Wild Coast Explorer Camp is an extension of the school’s mission to nurture curiosity, resilience, and a connection to the natural world. As the camp season kicks off, Neskowin Valley School is also now open for enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year. The school says it is welcoming families who value child-led, place-based education rooted in the unique environment of the Oregon Coast.
To learn more or to register for camp, navigate to neskowinvalleyschool.com/ nvs-wild-coast-camp.
Songs from the Heart
David Roth to return for annual South Tillamook County concert on Sunday, April 27
Award-winning singer/songwriter David Roth will return to South Tillamook County, Sunday, April 27 when he plays a 5 p.m. show at Istanbul Rug Bazaar, 34390 Hwy. 101 S, Cloverdale.
Admission is by a suggested $20 donation, but no one will be turned away.
Roth, who sings throughout the world, is promising an evening of unique original music, replete with hilarity, poignancy, spontaneity, and inspiration. He is a singer, songwriter, recording artist, speaker, and music educator who has taken his songs, experience, and expertise to a wide variety of venues in this and other countries fulltime for more than three decades.
Roth’s songs have found their way to Carnegie Hall, the United Nations, several Chicken Soup for the Soul books, the Kennedy Center, Peter, Paul, & Mary and Kingston Trio CDs, the Kerrville and Falcon Ridge Folk Festivals, NASA’s Goddard Space Center (his song “Rocket Science” sailed on the space shuttle Atlantis in 2009), the Rise Up Singing and Rise Again (sequel) songbooks, and 15 CDs on the Wind River and Stockfisch (Germany) labels.
He first came to the Oregon Coast in 2004 at the invitation of long-time friend Pat Rickert, who lived in Pacific City at the time. His house concert turned into an
annual visit that is now in its third decade.
The former artist-in-residence at New York’s Omega Institute has also taught singing, songwriting, and performance at SummerSongs (NY, where he serves as Executive Director), the Augusta Heritage workshops (WV), Common Ground on the Hill (MD), the Woods Dance & Music Camp (Ontario), WUMB’s Summer Acoustic Music Week (NH), Moab Folk Camp (UT), Rowe Center (MA), Pendle Hill (PA), Lamb’s Retreat (MI), the National Wellness Institute (WI), the Swannanoa Gathering (NC), and for many other songwriting groups around North America.
“David has reached our hearts. With voices like his still singing, there’s a certainty that the candle will remain lit, the hope reasserted and the dream still sung…” says Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul, & Mary.
Roth is also creator of the Cape Cod Songwriters Retreats and organizer/ host of the Cape’s Full Moon Open Mic, which for the past 20 years has provided a forum for musicians to connect and be heard while at the same time collecting donations (cumulatively over $17,000 to date) for local nonprofits to help neighbors in need.
For more information on the music of David Roth, visit davidrothmusic.com.
FOLK SINGER David Roth will be back at the Oregon Coast for his annual show on Sunday, April 27 when he will perform at Istanbul Rug Bazaar, 34390 Hwy. 101 S., Cloverdale. The concert will begin at 5 p.m. and feature Fred Basset and Sonya Kazen as the opening act.
Photo courtesy of David Roth
Super on the Strings
Pacifica
Quartet to play Neskowin Chamber
Music Concert on May 3 at Camp Wi-Ne-Ma
The multiple Grammy Awardwinning Pacifica Quartet will share its virtuosity, exuberant performance style, and often-daring repertory choices, when it lights up the stage on Sunday, May 3, when Neskowin Chamber Music hosts this long-tenured quartet. The concerts starts at 3 p.m. at the Chapel at Wi-Ne-Ma Christian Camp, 5195 Winema Road, Cloverdale. With a career spanning three decades, the Pacifica Quartet has achieved international recognition as one of the finest chamber ensembles performing today. Having served as quartet-inresidence at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music for more than a decade, the Quartet was also previously the quartet-in-residence at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. In 2021, the Pacifica Quartet received a second Grammy Award for “Contemporary Voices,” an exploration of music by three Pulitzer Prize-winning composers: Shulamit Ran, Jennifer Higdon, and Ellen Taaffe Zwilich.
Formed in 1994, it didn’t take long for the Pacifica Quartet to win chamber music’s top competitions — including the 1998 Naumburg Chamber Music Award. In 2002, the ensemble was honored with Chamber Music America’s Cleveland Quartet Award and the appointment to Lincoln Center’s The Bowers Program
(formerly CMS Two), and in 2006 was awarded an Avery Fisher Career Grant. With what’s been described as a powerful energy and captivating, cohesive sound, the Pacifica has established itself as the embodiment of the senior American quartet sound.
The Pacifica Quartet has proven itself the preeminent interpreter of string quartet cycles, harnessing the group’s singular focus and incredible stamina to portray each composer’s evolution, often over the course of just a few days. An ardent advocate of contemporary music, the Pacifica Quartet commissions and performs many new works. In 2008 the Quartet released its Grammy Awardwinning recording of Carter’s Quartets Nos. 1 and 5 on the Naxos label; the 2009 release of Quartets Nos. 2, 3, and 4 completed the two-CD set.
The members of the Pacifica Quartet live in Bloomington, IN, where they serve as quartet-in-residence and full-time faculty members at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music. Prior to their appointment, the Quartet was on the faculty of the University of Illinois at Champaign Urbana from 2003 to 2012, and also served as resident performing artist at the University of Chicago for seventeen years.
For tickets to the May 3 concert ($40), visit neskowinchambermusic.com.
RIVERHOUSE
THE PACIFICA QUARTET will perform a concert on Sunday, May 3, when Neskowin Chamber Music hosts its final concert of the 2024-25 season.
Photo courtesy of Lisa-Marie Mazzucco
A Celebration of the Season
Hart’s Camp to host two days of brews, tunes, local food, and craft vendors at inaugural Spring Festival, April 26-27
By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun
Hart’s Camp is celebrating spring’s sunnier skies, longer days and warmer weather with its first-ever Spring Festival, a celebration that will line the popular campground with live music, local food trucks and craft beer.
Hart’s Camp recently expanded by adding Cape Kiwanda RV Park to its offerings and now offers all the amenities and lodging options that the former Cape Kiwanda RV Park did for many years. (See related story, page 8.)
The inaugural Hart’s Camp Spring Festival marks the beginning of a new tradition here in Pacific City. We’re proud to create an event that brings together our community and guests to enjoy live music, great food, craft beer and local makers.”
Held Saturday and Sunday, April 26-27, noon-6 p.m. on both days, organizers say the family-friendly event will be a great opportunity to revel in the tunes, the brews or just the good vibes. Admission to the event, held at Hart’s Camp, 33305 Cape Kiwanda Drive, Pacific City, (parking lot of Cape Kiwanda RV Resort Marketplace) is free.
“The inaugural Hart’s Camp Spring Festival marks the beginning of a new tradition here in Pacific City,” said Will Farrow, area managing director, Noble House Hotels & Resorts. “We’re proud to create an event that brings together our community and guests to enjoy live music,
great food, craft beer and local makers. We look forward to making this an annual celebration of spring on the Oregon Coast.” Curated by ZuhG Life Presents, there will be two days of music at the spring celebration. Saturday’s line-up will start at noon when the ZuhG duo take the stage with their own brand of music featuring elements of funk, reggae, jazz, jam, and rock n’ roll, followed at 2 p.m. by the funk fusion band Pocket Dimension, and then the combo of jazz/fun/R&B/swing sounds of DTW Lite at 4 p.m. The tunes continue on Sunday with a noon show by folk/ rock singer/songwriter Carson Ponce, a 2 p.m. set by bluegrass musicians Shake & Howdy and a 4 p.m. performance featuring the country/classic rock sounds of Huckle Buck Highway.
Participating vendors will include ZuhG Life Presents, Blessed Donuts, Creative Crafters, Doryland Pizza, Good News Crafted Que, Hancock Photography, Jewelry by DAC, Kiawanda Community Center, Lawson Paul Designs, Meridian Restaurant & Bar, Pelican Brewing Company, Sarah’s Treasures and Gifts, SeaSmoked Foods LLC, Stimulus Coffee + Bakery, Taqueria Mendez, and ZuhG Surf Shop. For up-to-date information, visit hartscamp.com/spring-festival.
For the Love of Students, Education
In
To the Editor:
Hirsch
& Publisher Vicky Hirsch
Contributors: Sally Rissel PO Box 1085 Pacific City, OR 97135 Phone: 503-801-5221 tim@pacificcitysun.com
CANDIDATES for the Nestucca Valley School District addressed issues ranging from transparency to book bans to student safety at two political forums held earlier this month. The Sun is planning additional coverage in the May 2 edition. Tillamook County will be begin mailing out ballots on April 30 for the May 20 special election.
Taking Their Talents to Tillamook
NESTUCCA BAND MEMBERS performed April 14 in Tillamook at the Monday Musical Club Young Musicians Recital. Participating student musicians were: (l-r) Anna Silveira, soprano voice; Mackenzie Thiemens, alto sax; Xyla Rubio, alto sax, Sulema Soto, bass clarinet; and Bailey Martin, baritone saxophone. Band Director Kathleen Serven told the Sun that these Nestucca High freshmen and sophomore students worked hard to prepare their solo for public performance. Once they are juniors, they will be eligible for earning scholarships at the junior senior scholarship recital.
I have heard information both for and against the proposed increase to our Transient Lodging Tax. I understand this is the first request for an increase in the 10year history of the program.
I offer my opinion as a business owner currently collecting the transient lodging tax.
No one likes to see any increase in fees or costs. We pay many taxes, fees, permits, insurance, and licenses to stay in operation. While I do not like to see an increase, this small increase will have a positive impact on the quality of life for all of us, including visitors. The increase will support current service levels for the Sheriff’s Office for the summer season and year-round. The increase will provide additional funding for facility improvements here in Tillamook County. The facility improvement grants have been a huge success. The facilities grants have provided millions of dollars to fund improvements which are used by all of us as well as visitors.
This is not a sales tax or a prepared food tax or an increase in property tax which would have a negative impact on our community. Yes, this is a small increase to the existing fee visitors are already paying. I believe if we must find a way to support additional funding for services visitors receive when they are here, this increase is the fairest option we have. It will be a win for visitors’ services and no negative impact on our community. My opinion. The positive benefits outweigh the negative view of a tax increase on visitation.
We support our community.
–Will Farrow, area managing director, Noble House Hotels & Resorts
Photo by Tim Hirsch
Photo courtesy of Kathleen Serven
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A Love of Fishing the Nestucca
Nestucca Valley Sporting Goods reopens with new owners at the helm
By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun
Looking for the gear you need for a day fishing the waters of the Big and Little Nestucca Rivers? You’re in luck with the return of Nestucca Valley Sporting Goods, which, after several years in limbo, reopened on April 2.
Found at 31020 Highway 101 in Hebo, the store is now owned and operated by JR Hobbs and his wife Vy, who runs the instore eatery, Little Nestucca Deli.
Open from 6 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, the store features a full range of fishing gear including rods, reels, live and frozen bait, lures, a large selection of beads — both hard and soft, and the ability to book fishing trips led by professional guides.
“We’ve got all the scents, we’ve got all the cures, we’ve got all the terminal tackle you’re looking for,” JR said.
The store also has a limited supply of camping gear, as well as items from Addicted Fishing, a Pacific Northwest company known for their gear and apparel.
JR says his plan for the store is to be “the absolute premier hub” for any fishing in the area. That includes adding a shuttle service so those floating the river can have their car waiting for them at their take-out spot. The shuttle service is expected to be available in a couple of weeks for $25 per trip.
Another up-and-coming change is extra hours during Spring Chinook season when the store will be open 4 a.m.-4 p.m. May 12-June 30. It will return to its normal operating hours of 6 a.m.-5 p.m. in July.
“My vision for the store is to be the spot to come get any gear you need for these fish over here. I want to keep my prices reasonable,” JR added.
Locals and longtime fishing enthusiasts should feel right at home as the store is reintroducing much of what made it so popular in the many years that Pat Gefre owned and operated it. JR also plans to bring back the Big Fish contest this autumn for Fall Chinook. He’ll also add similar contests for Winter Steelhead and Spring Chinook.
Also similar is the return of the in-store deli, which features a range of tasty treats including hamburgers, clam chowder, breakfast sandwiches, biscuits and gravy and desserts of the day. Though seating is limited inside, an outside area with picnic tables is planned for the near future.
JR told the Sun that operating the store and fishing here in the Nestucca Valley is a dream come true. He’s also no stranger
to the store having frequented it during his weekly trips to the coast for a little fishing action.
“I was always over here, always in the store,” he recalled. “I’d make a loop. I’d drop in at Bible Creek onto the big river on the Nestucca, fish that thing all the way down here, stop at the store, get my sandwich, get my lunch, and I’d fish the little Nestucca all the way home. And I did that for years.”
He added that fishing has always had his heart.
“I’ve been throwing a fly rod around since I was big enough to hold a rod,” he said. “I’ve been fishing my whole life. Fishing to me, it’s a lifestyle. It’s something that I constantly think about. It’s always on my mind. Even as a young man, I can never get it off my mind. It’s always in there: chasing the fish.”
He also boasts a love for the wonders of the Oregon Coast.
“I’m very passionate about the area. I love it. It’s absolutely gorgeous up here. My wife feels the same way. This is something that we had in our bucket list.”
Originally from Southern Oregon, JR moved to Willamina in 2018 after eight years in Texas.
“I picked this area because of the fishing,” he recounted. “I decided to come back because I missed mountains and rivers and cougars and bears and elk and big fish. I knew that Nestucca Valley was a premier fishing hub.”
For more information about Nestucca Valley Sporting Goods and the Little Nestucca Deli, call 503-392-4269, stop by the store at 31020 Highway 101 in Hebo or visit them on Facebook at NestuccaValley_ SportingGoods.
NESTUCCA VALLEY SPORTING GOODS reopens with goal of being the go-to spot for fishing in South Tillamook County waters. Pictured above are new owners JR and Vy Hobbs.
Photo by Tim Hirsch
Hart’s Camp and Cape Kiwanda RV Park are now one
Hart’s Camp recently announced that Cape Kiwanda RV Park is now officially part of Hart’s Camp, saying the merger unites two beloved destinations under one name. Company representatives say the transition offers visitors the same great location, amenities, unique accommodations and RV sites with a seamless experience for all guests.
“This new chapter is about bringing everything we love into one name: Hart’s Camp,” said Will Farrow, area managing director, Noble House Hotels & Resorts.
“Guests will still enjoy RV, van and tent sites as well as Airstreams, cottages and cabins, all with the same friendly service and incredible access to Pacific City, Cape Kiwanda and the beach. Nothing else is changing, just a fresh new name to reflect our full range of stays.”
Hart’s Camp says their mission has
always been to create a place where people can reconnect and spend quality time with the ones they love. They say this transition reflects that commitment. And that means whether gathering around a campfire, unwinding in a cozy cottage or exploring the beach together, Hart’s Camp is dedicated to providing a welcoming space for unforgettable experiences.
As well, the company points out that guests will continue to enjoy amenities including e-bikes, an indoor swimming pool and hot tub, nine-hole putting course, playground, yard games, a fully stocked Marketplace and easy access to the beach, tide pools, hiking trails and bike paths.
For more information about Hart’s Camp, its facilities and amenities, and upcoming programs — such as the upcoming Spring Festival, visit hartscamp.com.
PFMC adopts 2025 Oregon ocean salmon seasons
The Pacific Fisheries Management Council finalized the 2025 ocean salmon seasons on April 15 — including ocean waters off Oregon.
Recommended salmon seasons are not official until final approval by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce (expected by May 16), and after adoption by the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission on April 18 for waters within three nautical miles of shore.
Recreational and commercial fishing opportunity varies by area and time. The recreational all-salmon except coho season opened from Cape Falcon to Humbug Mountain on March 15 and Chinook retention will be allowed through mid-July and during September and October. However, from June 7 onward, when Chinook retention is allowed, anglers may keep only one Chinook as part of the two salmon per day bag limit. For the month of October, the daily bag limit is reduced to one salmon and the open area will be limited to shoreward of the 40-fathom management line.
From Humbug Mountain to the Oregon/ California border, the Chinook retention period
is open mid-May through early June and reopens the very end of June through mid-July. During both periods, the daily bag limit is two salmon, though only one may be a Chinook in the latter opener.
From Cape Falcon to the Oregon/California border, mark-selective coho retention is allowed early June through late August or until the marked coho quota of 44,000 is reached. For the month of September, from Cape Falcon to Humbug Mountain, an all-salmon season will occur with a 30,000 non-marked-selective coho quota.
Oregon ocean commercial salmon fisheries from Cape Falcon to Humbug Mountain will continue through the end of May and again from September through the end of October, with a non-mark-selective coho fishery and a 7,500 coho quota during the month of September. From Cape Falcon to the Heceta Bank management line, the fishery will be open in the latter parts of June and July for all salmon except coho. The area between Humbug Mountain and the OR/CA border will be open for the last two weeks of April only.
PACIFIC CITY JOINT WATER-SANITARY AUTHORITY
PUBLIC NOTICE
Kiwanda
Courtesy photo
HART’S CAMP recently announced that Cape Kiwanda RV Park is now a part of Hart’s Camp.
That’s Quite a Family
By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun
Arock music-infused story of who’s the father will be played out by area students when Nestucca High School showcases the popular musical “Mamma Mia!” during three performances — April 30, May 2 and May 3. Showtimes are 11 a.m. on April 30 and 7 p.m. on both May 2 and 3.
The story centers around Sophie Sheridan (played by Ana Wehrely) who wants her father to walk her down the aisle at her upcoming wedding. The catch is she doesn’t know who her father is. The plot continues with Sophie, after reading of them in a diary, inviting three of her mother’s suitors — and thus each potentially her father — to the wedding. And hilarity ensues.
Directed by NVSD teacher Kathleen Serven and performed on the NelsonPimentel Stage at Nestucca High School, 34660 Parkway Dr., Cloverdale, the musical will feature a 9-member orchestra including four keyboards and the music of ABBA. Also amongst the cast are: Neri Tate (Donna Sheridan, Sophie’s mother), Alanna Silveira (Tanya Cresham-Leigh), Alyssa Manzonie (Rosie Mulligan, Donna’s friend), Sawyer Collin (Sam Carmichael, wealthy architect and a potential father), Eli Smith (Harry Smith, a respected banker and potential father), Mariah Aparicio (Bill Austin, well-known travel writer and potential father), Donovan Romero (Sky, Sophie’s fiancé), Meri Manning (Ali, friend of Sophie’s), and Sophia Ogilivie (Lisa, friend of Sophie’s).
Serven said she’s excited about the upcoming performances, noting it’s different than Nestucca musicals of the past. It’s special because the music is so different from a lot of the musicals we’ve done before,” she said. “It’s much more modern, of course, most everybody knows
ABBA songs. I love the orchestra we normally have, but I also really like this. I’ve never had four keyboarders in one orchestra. I love that aspect. I love the little rock band we’ve been rehearsing.”
Serven also described the story as more contemporary than other recent musicals.
“It’s a more present-day life situation,” she added. “People didn’t have that kind of life situation as much in the old days. “(In older musicals) they weren’t (unsure) of who their dad was.”
She also added that attendees can look forward to seeing some familiar faces but also some new actors and actresses. And she said the audience will be in for a treat with the musical’s “flipper dance.”
“It is going to be hilarious,” she exclaimed. “We got a great mix of guys coming in for that dance. And they’re going to be killer.”
For “Mamma Mia!” tickets (reserved: $10; general: $8 adults, $5 students/ seniors), visit https://nestucca.k12. or.us/160267_2.
Their Future is Bright
By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun
Nestucca High School students were treated to a three-part series — held on consecutive Wednesday mornings — that painted a variety of pictures of what their future could look like in the workforce.
The school’s Career Exploration Sessions, now in its second year, featured representatives from 14 local companies and organizations including Pelican Brewing, Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District, Tillamook County Public Works, Tillamook Bay Community College, Tillamook Estuaries Partnership, Tillamook Air Museum, Tillamook County Creamery Association, and more.
Each industry partner led a class in which they started with a 15-20 minute talk on their field or career path, followed by a variety of immersive experiences designed to keep the students engaged. The career exploration series was held April 2, 9 and 16 with similar events planned for both Tillamook High School and NeahKah-Nie High School.
“(It was an opportunity for) industry partners to come in and spend time with the kids, telling them about their careers and their industries,” said Jeremy Strober, community liaison for the Career Exploration Sessions. “The biggest value of this is introducing them to new real world opportunities and their career paths and education requirements that the kids might not have been aware of otherwise. They get to talk to real life industry partners, and learn what a day in their life is like.”
He also said the Career Exploration Sessions served as a way to connect employers with students.
“A lot of people in our county are interested in presenting their industry
or their jobs to the kids, but they don’t know exactly how,” Strober explained. “One benefit of this is it provides an easy forum for interested industry partners to come in and share with our kids.”
Strober said the event is also serving as a springboard for enrichment within the normal class offerings. Currently, Nestucca High School is running a pilot, introductory class on hospitality and tourism. Strober said if this is successful, similar classes in other disciplines could be added in the future.
Photos by Tim Hirsch
Photos by Tim Hirsch
NESTUCCA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS will peform the popular musical “Mamma Mia!” during three performances — April 30, May 2 and May 3. Showtimes are 11 a.m. on April 30 and 7 p.m. on both May 2 and 3.
STUDENTS participate in a hands-on activity with Pelican Brewing during Nestucca High School’s Career Exploration Sessions on Wednesday, April 17.
TILLAMOOK BAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (above), Tillamook PUD (below), and Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District (at bottom) were three other presenters during the Career Exploration Sessions.
MAMMA MIA tickets are $10 reserved, $8 adult general admission.
Calendar Events of
PACIFIC CITY MOVIES
April 18, 3:30 p.m. South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. “Harriet.” Visit tillabook.org.
BOARD GAME NIGHT
April 18, 4-7 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Use PC Pour’s board games or bring your own. Must be 21 or over. RSVP at PC-Pour. com.
LIVE FOLK CONCERT
April 18, 7 p.m. Bay City Arts Center, 5680 A St., Bay City. Amanda Stanaway and Stan Cassell. Tickets $10-$20. Artist Catalina Garreton. Visit baycityartscenter.org.
CAPE LOOKOUT STEWARDSHIP DAY
April 18, 2-5 p.m. Cape Lookout State Park Day Use Area, 13000 Whiskey Creek Rd., Tillamook. Planting pollinator garden, planting trees, and removing ivy. Registration required - netartsbaywebs.org.
INAUGURAL EASTER EGG HUNT
April 19, 9 a.m. Sheriff’s Office, 5995 Long Prairie Rd., Tillamook. Goodies, prizes, and a visit with Deputies.
YOGA
April 19, 9 a.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. $10 per class. Call 541-450-0655.
DE-ESCALATION WORKSHOP
April 19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tillamook Office of Mediation, 1235 5th St., Loop W., Tillamook. Free de-escalation workshop. Registration required - tillamookmediation.org.
EARTH DAY CLEANUP:
NETARTS & OCEANSIDE
April 19, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet at Schooner, 2065 NW Boat Basin Rd., Netarts. Dress for the weather; bring tools if have them. Pre-registration encouraged - netartsbaywebs.org.
PLANT SALE
April 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bay City Arts Center, 5680 A St., Bay City. Visit baycityartscenter.org.
NESTUCCA VALLEY LIONS
EASTER EGG HUNT
April 19, 10:30 a.m. Nestucca K-8 soccer field, 36925 Hwy. 101 S., Cloverdale. Meet Easter Bunny, hunt eggs, and explore a fire engine. Contact nestuccavalleylions@ gmail.com.
LIVE MUSIC: JORI & FRIENDS
April 19, 3-5 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Free. For details, visit PC-Pour.com.
BINGO
April 19, 5-6:30 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Play Pictionary with others. Must be 21 or over. RSVP at PC-Pour.com.
LINE DANCING CLASS
April 19, 7 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Classes begin with a lesson then dancing. $10 fee. Contact Kris Rooke, 425894-4111.
JASKAMON - REGGAE THE EARTH
April 19, 7 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. $10 admission. Visit lincolncity-culturalcenter. org.
LIVE MUSIC: JORI & FRIENDS
April 20, 3-5 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Free. For details, visit PC-Pour.com.
SOUND BOWL SUNDAY
April 20, 6:30 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Visit kiawanda.com.
YOGA
April 21, 23, 25 & 26, 9 a.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. $10 per class. Call 541-4500655.
NESTUCCA VALLEY LIONS EASTER EGG HUNT
April 19, 10:30 a.m. Nestucca K-8 soccer field, 36925 Hwy. 101 S., Cloverdale. Meet Easter Bunny, hunt eggs, and explore a fire engine. Contact nestuccavalleylions@gmail.com.
PACIFIC CITY WALKING WONDERS
April 21, 23 & 25, 10 a.m. Meet at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. For more information, visit https://tillamookcountywellness.org/move-well/walking-groups/ or contact coordinator Kathy, 503-801-7448 (text).
STITCHERS
April 22, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Community of people who make things for others. All levels welcome. $6 admission. Call 503-965-7900.
SOUTH COUNTY FOOD PANTRY
April 22, 12:30-6 p.m. Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church, 35305 Brooten Rd., Pacific City.
OREGON HUMANITIES
CONVERSATION PROJECT
April 22, 3 p.m. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Pacific City. “What Matters at Life’s End” with Wendy Usher. A conversation exploring end-of-life wishes. Visit tillabook.org.
UKULELE JAM WITH ALAN
April 22, 4 p.m. South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. Call 503-965-6163.
TILLAMOOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
April 23, 9 a.m. Tillamook County Courthouse, 201 Laurel Ave., Room 106. Also available via teleconference live video at tctvonline.com or teleconference at #971254-3149, conference ID: 736-023-979 (listen only). For agenda, visit tillamookcounty.gov.
SOUTH TILLAMOOK COUNTY
LIBRARY STORYTIME
April 23, 3:30 p.m. South Tillamook County Library, 6200 Camp St., Pacific City. All ages invited. Call 503-965-6163.
WEDNESDAY MOVIE NIGHT
April 23, 6 p.m. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Tillamook. “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?” (1962) Free admission and popcorn. Visit tillabook.org.
WILSON RIVER TRAIL PUB TALK
April 23, 6 p.m. Pelican Brewing, 1708 1st St., Tillamook. Trailkeepers of Oregon give
33305 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Music, food, drinks, and vendors. Visit hartscamp.com.
EARTH DAY SERVICE CELEBRATION
April 27, 1-4 p.m. Elk Meadows Park, Nehalem. Scotch broom busting. Tools and gloves provided or bring your own. Family-friendly event. Visit explorenaturetillamookcoast.com.
LIVE MUSIC: COMPASS ROSE
April 27, 3 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Compass Rose. RSVP at PC-Pour.com.
YOGA
April 28, 30 and May 2 & 3, 9 a.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. $10 per class. Call 541-450-0655.
PACIFIC CITY WALKING WONDERS
April 28, 30 and May 1, 10 a.m. Meet at Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. For more information, visit https://tillamookcountywellness.org/move-well/walking-groups/ or contact coordinator Kathy, 503-8017448 (text).
TIDE POOL EXPLORIENCE
April 29, 8 a.m. NW 15th St. Beach Access, Lincoln City. Learn about creatures that inhabit rocky intertidal pools from local expert. Free; no registration required. Call 541-996-1274.
STITCHERS
information on the planning, design, and construction progress of expansion of Wilson River Trail. Visit trailkeepersoforegon.org.
OPEN ART NIGHT
April 23, 6-8 p.m. Bay City Arts Center, 5680 A St., Bay City. Bring own supplies and work alongside other artists. Visit baycityartscenter.com.
TAI CHI
April 24, 10:30 a.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. $10 per class/first class free. Call 503510-0588.
BINGO
April 24, 1-4 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Visit kiawanda.com.
BOARD GAME NIGHT
April 25, 4-7 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Use PC Pour’s board games or bring your own. Must be 21 or over. RSVP at PC-Pour. com.
BARBRA LICA CONCERT
April 25, 7 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. Music fusing country, pop and jazz. Tickets $15$30. Visit lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.
SOAP MAKING WORKSHOP
April 26, 2-3:30 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Make your own shea butter soaps. Fee includes supplies, instructions, and first beverage - $20 reservation fee. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. RSVP at PC-Pour.com.
TRIVIA NIGHT
April 26, 5-6:30 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Free admission. Must be 21 or over. Play trivia. Sign-up at PC-Pour.com.
LINE DANCING CLASS
April 26, 7 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Classes begin with a lesson then dancing. $10 fee. Contact Kris Rooke, 425894-4111.
HART’S CAMP SPRING FESTIVAL
April 26 & 27, noon-6 p.m. Hart’s Camp,
April 29, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Community of people who make things for others. All levels welcome. $6 admission. Call 503-965-7900.
TILLAMOOK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
April 30, 9 a.m. Tillamook County Courthouse, 201 Laurel Ave., Room 106. Also available via teleconference live video at tctvonline.com or teleconference at #971254-3149, conference ID: 736-023-979 (listen only). For agenda, visit tillamookcounty.gov.
WEDNESDAY MOVIE NIGHT
April 30, 6 p.m. Tillamook County Library, 1716 3rd St., Tillamook. “Horror of Dracula.” (1958) Free admission and popcorn. Visit tillabook.org.
OPEN ART NIGHT
April 30, 6-8 p.m. Bay City Arts Center, 5680 A St., Bay City. Bring own supplies and work alongside other artists. Visit baycityartscenter.com.
TAI CHI
May 1, 10:30 a.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. $10 per class/first class free. Call 503510-0588.
BINGO
May 1, 1-4 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape1, Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Visit kiawanda.com.
CELTIC SERIES
May 1, 7 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. Traditional Irish band Teada. Tickets $20-$35. Visit lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.
NURTURING NATIVES
May 2, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. TEP Native Plant Nursery, Port of Tillamook. Volunteers needed to care for seedlings. Adults only. Register at explorenaturetillamookcoast. com.
TIDE POOL
EXPLORIENCE
May 2, 10 a.m. NW 15th St. Beach Access, Lincoln City. Learn about creatures that inhabit rocky intertidal pools from local expert. Free; no registration required. Call 541-996-1274.
LIVE MUSIC
May 2, 5-7 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310
Photo by Tim Hirsch
NESKOWIN CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES
May 4, 3 p.m. Chapel at Camp Wi-Ne-Ma, 5195 Winema Rd., Cloverdale. Pacifica String Quartet. For more information and tickets, visit neskowinchambermusic. com
Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Compass Rose. RSVP at PC-Pour.com.
THE GRAND WELCOME: A BENEFIT PIANO CONCERT
May 2, 6:30 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. Hear performances on the new Yamaha C3. Tickets $30. Visit lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.
‘OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS’
May 2 & 3, 7 p.m. and May 4, 2 p.m. Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy St., Tillamook. Visit tillamooktheater.com.
NESKO WOMEN’S CLUB 100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
May 3, 2-5 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City.
LIVE MUSIC
May 3, 3-5p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Compass Rose. RSVP at PC-Pour.com.
A TASTE FOR WINE AND MURDER - A MYSTERY
May 3, 5-7 p.m. PC-Pour Wine Bar, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. Murder
mystery event. $20 includes first drink and appetizers. RSVP at PC-Pour.com.
THE GRAND BAZAAR FUNDRAISER
May 3, 5:30 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. $50 ticket includes Mediterranean appetizer buffet, wine, entertainment, and more. Fundraiser for new grand piano for Cultural Center. Visit lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.
COMMUNITY ESTATE SALE
May 4, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Dr., Pacific City. To learn more or reserve a table, call 503-965-7900.
TIGER TRACKS 5K/10K
May 9, 9 a.m. Wapiti RV Park, 2118 S. Drift Creek Rd., Lincoln City. Family-friendly fundraiser. Visit tafttigerboosters.com.
NESKOWIN CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES
May 4, 3 p.m. Chapel at Camp Wi-Ne-Ma, 5195 Winema Rd., Cloverdale. Pacifica String Quartet. For more information and tickets, visit neskowinchambermusic. com.
To have your event added to the Sun’s calendar, email information to tim@pacificcitysun.com
St. Peter the Fisherman Lutheran Church invites you to celebrate with us the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ
10:30 am, Divine Service with Holy Communion 10:30 am, Children’s Easter Celebration in our Activities Building with games, food and an Easter Egg Hunt for kids 5-12 years
In Loving Memory of Rose Perez
With heavy hearts and deep love, we share the passing of Rose Alba Perez, who left this world peacefully on March 18, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Santiago, Cuba, on September 28, 1937, Rose brought with her a vibrant spirit and a zest for life that touched everyone she met. She made her home in Pacific City for over 50 years, becoming a cherished part of the community and a beloved presence in many lives.
Rose was a devoted wife to Pete Perez, who preceded her in death in 2022, a loving mother to Peter and Tony, and a proud grandmother to Sasha, Elaina, Michael, and Julia. Her family was her heart, and she filled their lives with love, warmth, and wisdom.
In her early 30s, Rose discovered her passion for painting—a gift that blossomed into a lifelong journey of creative expression. Her artwork, much like her spirit, was full of color and depth. Through her paintings, she found joy and connection, sharing beauty with those around her.
Rose lived with purpose, curiosity, and resilience. Her open heart and radiant
Her legacy is one of love,
and kindness. She leaves behind not only her art but a legacy of memories, laughter, and heartfelt connection in the lives of those who knew her.
A celebration of Rose’s life will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Drive, Pacific City, OR. All who knew and loved her are warmly invited to attend.
Tillamook PUD is accepting applications for the 2025 College Work Program!
Local high school seniors pursuing higher education after graduation are eligible to apply. The applicant selected would work at Tillamook PUD during summer and school breaks.
Interested in applying or know a student that would be? Applications and additional information can be found at www.tpud.org/aboutus/career-opportunities/employmentopportunities/. Applications are due to Tillamook PUD by 5:30p.m. on Monday, May 5, 2025.
Sept. 28, 1937 – March 18, 2025 Ad Reservation Deadline is April 25.
The next issue of the Pacific City Sun hits stands on May 2. Call 503-801-5221 to reserve space for your business. in Pacific City The Forecast is for: SUN
Photo courtesy of Lisa-Marie Mazzucco
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