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Oregon Coast Calendar of Events: Live music, theater, outdoor events and festivals. Covering 180 miles of Oregon coast events: Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem, Wheeler, Rockaway, Garibaldi, Tillamook, Oceanside, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Newport, Wadport, Yachats & Florence. |
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LIVE MUSIC AT SAN DUNE TAVERN, Manzanita. Call for schedule. Laneda Ave. (503) 368-5080. www.sandunepub.com
LIVE MUSIC AT NEHALEM BAY WINERY. Festivals in the summer. Call for details or see website. Wine tasting every day until 6 p.m. Hwy 53 (just outside of Nehalem, just off 101). 1-888-368-9463. www.nehalembaywinery.com.
LIVE MUSIC AT LUSH WINE BAR. Schedule varies, call for details. 1235 S. Hemlock. Cannon Beach, Oregon. (503) 436-8500
LIVE MUSIC AT DRIFT INN, Yachats. Weekends. Call for schedule. 124 Hwy 101 N. (541) 547-4477.
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Wednesday – Sunday. Roving Interpreter. Smelt Sands State Wayside and the 804 Trail (Memorial Day-Labor Day). Learn the trail's history and find native plants. Begins at Smelt Sand parking lot and heads north. Smelt Sands State Wayside, one mile north of downtown Yachats, on Hwy 101. At Yachats State Park, hear programs about tide pools and the whales seen from the park's platform. Find Yachats State Park at the west end of 2nd St in downtown Yachats. At Strawberry Hill, explore tide pools with the Roving Interpreter and hear about harbor seals resting nearby on the rocks. Find Strawberry Hill 5 miles south of downtown Yachats on Hwy 101. 800-551-6949.
January 21. S.E.A. presents Valeri Glava. Valeri Glava on the violin with pianist Lee Tomboulain. Pre-concert talk 6:15-7 p.m. Concert at 7 p.m. Florence Events Center. 715 Quince St. Florence, Oregon. 541-997-1994. www.eventcenter.org.
February 3. Emerald City Jazz Kings. “Pick Yourself Up,” a tribute to songwriter Dorothy Fields. 7:30 p.m. Florence Events Center. 715 Quince St. Florence, Oregon. 541-997-1994. www.eventcenter.org.
February 4. Shanghai Circus. Celebrate the Chinese New Year with this award-winning Chinese acrobatic company. 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Florence Events Center. 715 Quince St. Florence, Oregon. 541-997-1994. www.eventcenter.org.
February 4. Food Share Crab Feed. A benefit for Florence Food Share. Crab feed includes pasta, coleslaw, french bread, ice cream, sodas and coffee. Deadline to purchase tickets is January 25. 4-7 p.m. or until the crab is gone. $25. Florence Events Center. 715 Quince St. Florence, Oregon. 541-997-1994. www.eventcenter.org.
February 10. Seacoast Entertainment Association presents Il Voce. Canadian quartet IL Voce put a fresh face on the global phenomenon of the genre labeled classical crossover. Pre-concert talk at 6:15 p.m. Concert at 7 p.m. Florence Events Center. 715 Quince St. Florence, Oregon. 541-997-1994. www.eventcenter.org.
February 11. FEC Indoor Yard Sale. Bargain hunting with hot coffee and fresh cinnamon rolls from Red Rose Catering. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Florence Events Center. 715 Quince St. Florence, Oregon. 541-997-1994. www.eventcenter.org.
Lodging in Florence - Florence Dining, Restaurants
| YACHATS / WALDPORT EVENTS |
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Ongoing in Yachats:
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Every
First Thursday of the Month – Yachats Big Band, at the
Yachats Commons. Couples, families and singles are invited to dance to
the Big Band Classics of Glen Miller, Count Basie, Duke Ellington and
others. Alcohol- and smoke-free; light refreshments. 7 – 9 p.m.
$5 donation for adults, kids free. Yachats Commons, at 441 N. Coast Hwy
101 (between 4th and 5th on Hwy 101) Yachats, Oregon. 541-265-2514.
Wine Tasting at The Wine Place, each Saturday. For a complete wine tasting schedule call (541) 547-5275.
Third Thursday of Each Month. Yachats Movie Night. Free movies. Yachats Commons Auditorium, W 4th & Hwy 101. Yachats, Oregon.
First Tuesday of Each Month. Yachats Scrabble Night. Bring your own Scrabble board if you have one, although not necessary. 5:30-7 p.m. Yachats Public Library. Yachats, Oregon.
Every Friday and Saturday. Live music at the Adobe Resort Lounge. 1555 Hwy 101. Yachats, Oregon. 541-547-3141.
Every Sunday. Yachats Farmers Market. Locally grown organic produce and plants and locally made natural crafts. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Yachats Commons. Hwy 101 & W. Fifth St. Yachats, Oregon.
Every Saturday. Live music at the Yachats Underground Pub. 125 Ocean View Dr. Yachats, Oregon. 541-547-4600.
January 28. Yachats Lions Annual Crab Feed. All-you-can-eat crab with french bread, cole slaw, baked beans, soda or coffee. First seating at 12:30 p.m. at Yachats Commons. Second seating at 4 p.m. at Yachats Commons and Yachats Lions Hall. $25. Yachats, Oregon.
February 2. Yachats Big Band. Dance to the music of this 17-piece band on the first Thursday of each month. 7-9 p.m. Suggested donation $5; children under 12 free. Yachats Commons. Hwy 101 and W. Fifth St. Yachats, Oregon.
February 4. Yachats Lions Barbershop Festival. 7 p.m. Live barbershop music concert. After the concert, join us for the After Glow at the Yachats Lions Hall for more live music, wonderful food selections, and fun for everyone. Yachats Commons Auditorium. Hwy 101 and W. Fifth. Yachats, Oregon.
February 14. St Valentine’s Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony. An annual celebration of renewal and commitment. 5:30 p.m. Little Log Church. W. Third and Pontiac. Yachats, Oregon.
February 16. Movie Night. A free movie every month. The movie and popcorn are free. Donations to support movie night are accepted. 6:30 p.m. Yachats Commons Multi-Purpose Room. 441 Hwy 101 North. Yachats, Oregon.
Or see the Yachats Events Calendar page
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| NEWPORT, DEPOE BAY EVENTS |
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Open Every Day: Depoe Bay Winery. Inside the “cave de vin” as they termed it, there’s more quirky fun from the folks who bring you the Nehalem Bay Winery. Like their north coast sister winery, enjoy a large variety of reds and whites, as well as dessert wines. Write your name on the cave walls as well. Highway 101, downtown Depoe Bay, Oregon. (541) 765-3311. www.depoebaywinery.com
Every Second Saturday. Newport Drum Circle. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Don Davis Park Gazebo. Newport, Oregon.
Every Wednesday and Saturday. High Tea at The Grand Victorian. Limited seating so call by each Tuesday, no later than 6 p.m. to reserve your choice of seating times. (choices are for times between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesdays.) 105 NW Coast Street. Newport, Oregon. 800-784-9936 or 541-265-4490.
Ongoing Exhibit: Shipwrecks on Oregon's Coast. An exhibit on shipwrecks along Oregon's coast with photographs and objects. Tuesday through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Burrows House Museum. Newport, Oregon. 541-265-7509. www.oregoncoasthistory.org
Every Friday. Artisans Market. Enjoy local artisan offerings in Nye Beach. Choose from jewelry, clothing, photographs, watercolors, stained glass, tie dye, garden art, and much more. 1-5 p.m. Newport, Oregon. nyecottage.com.
Every Saturday and Sunday. Sea Lion Encounter. Learn about the Oregon Coast Aquarium’s pinnipeds and get a sea lion kiss behind the scenes. Ages 8 and up. 10-11 a.m. Call ahead for reservations. Oregon Coast Aquarium. South Beach. Newport, Oregon. 541-867-3474. www.aquarium.org.
Every Tuesday and Thursday. Giant Pacific Octopus. Go behind the scenes on a popular encounter to shake an octopus’ hand … er, suckers. Learn about the exciting life of one of the most intelligent invertebrates on this planet. Oregon Coast Aquarium. South Beach. Newport, Oregon. 541-867-3474. www.aquarium.org.
Every Saturday. Flock of Fledglings: Sea Senses. Each week children will investigate a different sense while exploring the ocean’s animals. Ages 4-5. 9:30 a.m.-noon. $70 per child for Aquarium members for all four Saturdays, $80 per child for nonmembers for all four Saturdays. Registration deadline is January 4. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 S.E. Ferry Slip Road. Newport, Oregon. 541-867-3474. www.aquarium.org.
Every Saturday. Lincoln County Fairgrounds Farmers Market. Showcasing farmers, food producers, and arts and crafts from Lincoln County. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lincoln County Fairgrounds. Newport, Oregon.
February 9. Oregon Coast Agate Club Meeting. The club is open to membership for any one with an interest in rocks, gems, minerals and fossils. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Central Lincoln PUD. 2129 N. Coast Highway. Newport, Oregon.
February 11. “Be Jeweled” recycled jewelry sale. Over 5,000 donated items of vintage, fine, ethnic and costume jewelry. Most pieces one of a kind. Boutique and bargain all at fantastic prices. A fundraiser for Food Share of Lincoln County. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Shilo Inn. 536 S.W. Elizabeth St. Newport, Oregon. www.foodsharelincolncounty.org.
February 14. Valentine’s Day Sea Lion Kisses. Want to make your Valentine’s Day extra special? How about a couples kiss with one of our sea lions? Also included is a behind the scenes tour of the aquarium. 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m. $35 for aquarium members, $40 for non-members. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 S.E. Ferry Slip Road. Newport, Oregon. 541-867-3474. www.aquarium.org.
February 14. Classical Piano Concert by Pamela Celeste Weber. Includes the “Appassionata” Sonata by Beethoven and works by Chopin, Liszt, Debussy and Rachmaninoff. $15. 7-9 p.m. Newport Performing Arts Center. 777 W. Olive St. Newport, Oregon. 541-265-2787. www.coastarts.org.
February 23-26. 35th Annual Newport Seafood and Wine Festival. Over 17,000 visitors coming to the festival for a weekend of wine, wonders in the culinary world, seafood and arts and crafts. Over 35 food vendors, 24 crafters and 85 wineries will be found at this enormous festival. Thursday 6-10 p.m. Friday 2-9 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The South Beach Marina parking lot, near the Rogue Ales Warehouse. 2320 OSU Drive. Newport, Oregon. www.newportchamber.org.
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Depoe Bay Restaurants, Dining - - Depoe Bay Hotels, Lodging
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Ongoing. Finders Keepers on the Beach. Weather and ocean conditions permitting, every day colorful hand-blown glass floats are placed on the beach. If you find a float, bring it to the Lincoln City Visitors Center at 540 N.E. Hwy 101 to receive your certificate of authenticity and a biography of the artist who made the float. Lincoln City, Oregon. 800-452-2151 or 541-996-1274.
January 1, 3, 7, 8, 10, 14, 15, 17, 21. Live music at Snug Harbor Bar & Grill. 8:30 p.m. 5001 S.W. Hwy 101. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-996-4976.
January 28. Mardi Gras Jambalaya Cook-off. Free. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Culinary Center. 801 S.W. Hwy 101, Fourth Floor North. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-557-1125 or 800-452-2151. www.oregoncoast.org/culinary.
February 1-29. Celebrate Black History Month. The citywide celebration will feature films, live dance performances, live music and art exhibits. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-996-1274.
February 2. Shrimp and Grits cooking demo. One hour class. Cost of $20 includes wine and a $5 coupon for a full length class. 2-3 p.m. Culinary Center. 801 S.W. Hwy 101, Fourth Floor North. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-557-1125 or 800-452-2151. www.oregoncoast.org/culinary.
February 4. Southern Supper cooking class. Cost of $50 includes wine and meal. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Culinary Center. 801 S.W. Hwy 101, Fourth Floor North. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-557-1125 or 800-452-2151. www.oregoncoast.org/culinary.
February 4. Blue Valentine Band Concert. 7 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center. 540 N.E. Hwy 101. Lincoln City, Oregon. www.lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.
February 10-20. Antique Week. Featuring in-home appraisals, guest appearances by Harry Rinker, citywide antique sales and more. Lincoln City, Oregon. 800-452-2151. www.oregoncoast.org.
February 10. “Lincoln Town Hall.” Actor Steven Holgate highlights Abraham Lincoln’s most famous speeches, including the Gettysburg Address and his second inaugural address, then opens the floor to questions from his audience members, who take on the role of Civil War-era journalists. 7 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center. 540 N.E. Hwy 101. Lincoln City, Oregon. www.lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.
February 11. Charleston, South Carolina, cooking demo. Cost of $50 includes wine and meal. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Culinary Center. 801 S.W. Hwy 101, Fourth Floor North. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-557-1125 or 800-452-2151. www.oregoncoast.org/culinary.
February 16. Clam chowder cooking demo. One hour class. Cost of $20 includes wine and a $5 coupon for a full length class. 2-3 p.m. Culinary Center. 801 S.W. Hwy 101, Fourth Floor North. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-557-1125 or 800-452-2151. www.oregoncoast.org/culinary.
February 16. Lincoln Pops Orchestra Big Band. Dance to the music of the swing era. 7:30 - 10 p.m. $6 for adults, $3 for students. Gleneden Beach Community Club. 110 Azalea St. Gleneden Beach, Oregon.
February 18-20. Special glass art drop. 100 art glass floats, 200 antique glass floats and 100 sand dollars or crabs will be scattered along the 7.5 miles of Lincoln City beaches for beach combers to find, weather and ocean conditions permitting. Lincoln City, Oregon. 800-452-2151, 541-996-1274, www.oregoncoast.org
February 18. Hands-on Italian winter dinner cooking demo. Cost of $50 includes wine and meal. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Culinary Center. 801 S.W. Hwy 101, Fourth Floor North. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-557-1125 or 800-452-2151. www.oregoncoast.org/culinary.
February 18. Speakeasy Night with Miss Rose & Her Rhythm Percolators. $15 advance, $20 at the door. 7 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center. 540 N.E. Hwy 101. Lincoln City, Oregon. www.lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.
February 20-21. Live music: Grady Champion. The 2010 International Blues Champion will play in the Melville room at Surftides. 7-10 p.m. 2945 N.W. Jetty Ave.
Lincoln City, Oregon. 1- 800-452-2159. www.surftideslincolncity.com.
February 25. Book release: “Perseverance.” A new publication on the history of African Americans in Marion and Polk counties, “Perseverance,” will be the subject of a presentation in recognition of Black History Month. 1 p.m. North Lincoln County Historical Museum. 4907 S.W. Hwy 101. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-996-6614.
February 25. Easy appetizers cooking demo. Cost of $50 includes wine and meal. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Culinary Center. 801 S.W. Hwy 101, Fourth Floor North. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-557-1125 or 800-452-2151. www.oregoncoast.org/culinary.
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| PACIFIC CITY, OCEANSIDE, TILLAMOOK, ROCKAWAY EVENTS |
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Third Sunday of Every Month. Artful Breakfast. Year-round fundraiser 3rd Sunday of every month Bay City Arts Center. Breakfast prepared and served by BCAC Board and artists. Hours: 8 a.m. - noon. 5th and A in Bay City, Oregon. 503-377-9620 or 842-7013.
January 20, 21, 27, 28, 29. Live theater: “The Mousetrap.” Tillamook Association for the Performing Arts Community Playhouse. 12th & Ivy streets. Tickets available at Diamond Art Jewelers, 503-842-7940. Tillamook, Oregon. 503-812-7036. www.tillamooktheater.com.
February 3-4. Live theater: “The Mousetrap.” Tillamook Association for the Performing Arts Community Playhouse. 12th & Ivy streets. Tickets available at Diamond Art Jewelers, 503-842-7940. Tillamook, Oregon. 503-812-7036. www.tillamooktheater.com.
February 3. Rockaway Beach Park & Rec Spaghetti Feed & Silent Auction. Rockaway Beach City Hall. Rockaway Beach, Oregon. 503-355-2291.
February 11. Rockaway Beach Lion’s Club Pancake Breakfast. Lion’s Club Building. Rockaway Beach, Oregon. 503-355-2199 or 503-355-3010.
February 21. St. Alban’s Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper. 5-7 p.m. St. Alban’s Church. 2102 Sixth St. Tillamook, Oregon. 503-842-6192.
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Sunset Vacation Rentals. About 70 homes to choose from in north Oregon coast hotspots like Manzanita, Neah-Kah-Nie, Rockaway Beach, Nedonna Beach and the secretive Falcon Cove. These beauties sleep anywhere from two to 20 and many are pet friendly. Cozy bungalows to large homes with vaulted ceilings – beach funk to cutting edge. Huge array of amenities, such as vintage appliances, woodstove, DSL, wraparound deck, fireplace, soaker tub or wet bar and more – depending on home. 186 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, Oregon. 503-368-7969. 800-883-7784. www.ssvr.com. |
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LIVE MUSIC AT SAN DUNE TAVERN, Manzanita. Call for schedule. Laneda Ave. (503) 368-5080.www.sandunepub.com
Every Day. Nehalem Bay Winery. Wine tasting every day until 6 p.m. Hwy 53 (just outside of Nehalem). 1-888-368-9463. www.nehalembaywinery.com.
Every Sunday. Radio Control Helicopters. 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. North County Recreation District. 36155 9th Street. Nehalem, Oregon. 503-368-7008.
Every Tuesday. Clay Art Open Studio. Artists of all ages who are interested in working with clay are encouraged to visit the Hoffman Center’s annex building. The goal of the program is to encourage artists to explore the medium of clay, and to encourage use of the Hoffman Center’s kiln. The fee is $2 per hour or $10 per day per person. To learn more contact Ryan at 503-368-5584 or kryan@nehalemtel.net. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Hoffman Center Annex. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 971-235-9450. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.
Every Tuesday and Thursday. Clay Art Open Studio. Artists of all ages who are interested in working with clay are encouraged to visit. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday and 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursday. Hoffman Center. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 971-235-9450. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.
Every Thursday. Letterpress Open Studio. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Contact Sarah to schedule a session at accidentalpress@gmail.com. Hoffman Center. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 971-235-9450. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.
Every Sunday. Life Drawing. Work at your own level, no instructor. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $12. Hoffman Center. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 971-235-9450. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.
January 10, 17, 24, 31. Introduction to Family History. Instructor Karen Merrill Martin has been doing genealogy research for over 20 years, and has a certificate from the National Institute of Genealogical Studies. 2-3:30 p.m. Hoffman House Studio Classroom. 595 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 971-235-9450. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.
January 21. Manzanita Talent Show. 7-9 p.m. Hoffman Center. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 971-235-9450. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.
January 28. Manzanita Film Series. 7:30 p.m. $6. Hoffman Center. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 971-235-9450. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.
February 13. Art Night. A variety of open art projects. A small fee is charged for supplies. 7-9 p.m. Contact Jane Knapp for details at 503-368-3901. Manzanita, Oregon.
February 18. Manzanita Writers’ Series. Author to be announced. 7-9 p.m. Hoffman Center. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 971-235-9450. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.
February 25. Manzanita Film Series. 7:30 p.m. $6. Hoffman Center. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 971-235-9450. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.
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| EVENTS IN CANNON BEACH, SEASIDE |
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LIVE MUSIC AT LUSH WINE BAR. Schedule varies, call for details. 1235 S. Hemlock. Cannon Beach, Oregon. (503) 436-8500
Various Mornings (low tides). Haystack Rock Awareness Program. Weather and tide permitting, staffers can be found on the beach throughout the year and on most low-tide mornings. Bird stations and spotting scopes, display tanks with microscopes, brochures and naturalists/interpreters. On the beach, by Haystack Rock. Cannon Beach, Oregon. (503) 436-8060.
Seaside Downtown Art Walk, Every First Saturday. Follow the red balloons to entertainment and art shows at various downtown businesses. 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. 503-738-6391 www.seasidechamber.com
Most Days: Seaside Helicopters. Zip upwards into the sky aboard a helicopter and tour places like Seaside, Cannon Beach and beaches as far north as Warrenton from above. A variety of spectacular tours at nice prices that start at $39. Located between Seaside & Cannon Beach On Highway 101 just a 1/4 mile south of Seaside. No reservations required. Summer: Open most good weather days. Winter: Open most good weather weekends. (503) 440-4123. http://www.seaside-helicopters.com
Every Day: Seaside Aquarium. Open every day of the week. Feed seals, see all manner of sea life. Seaside Aquarium. Seaside, Oregon. www.seasideaquarium.com 503-738-6211.
January 7-31. The Green Show. An open juried show of Northwest artists, the theme is open to interpretation and can mean anything from the color green to creating “green” art. Artist reception Saturday, January 7, 6-8 p.m. Cannon Beach Gallery. 1064 S. Hemlock St. Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.cannonbeacharts.org.
February 2. Miss Clatsop County Pageant. 62nd Annual Miss Clatsop County, Miss North Coast, and Miss Clatsop County Outstanding Teen Scholarship Pageant. Seaside Civic & Convention Center. 415 First Ave. Seaside, Oregon. 503-738-8585.
www.missclatsopcounty.org.
February 3, 4, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26. Live theater: “The Gin Game.” Coaster Theatre presents the Pulitzer Prize winning story of two lonely, quirky senior citizens who exchange opinions of society, families and the indignities of growing old. A delightful blend of poignancy and wildly comic turns, offers many surprises and leaves us with many questions about the hand we are dealt. 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. 3 p.m. Sundays. Special “Talkback Thursday” show at 7:30 p.m. February 16. Coaster Theatre Playhouse. 108 N. Hemlock St. Cannon Beach, Oregon. 503-436-1242. www.coastertheatre.com.
February 4. Seaside First Saturday Art Walk. Maps for the walk are available at participating businesses, the Seaside Chamber and Seaside Visitors Bureau. 5-7 p.m. Seaside, Oregon. 503-738-6391. www.seasidechamber.com.
February 12. A Sweet Affaire. Wine tastings from a number of local wineries, heavy appetizers, a silent auction, wine roulette and fine chocolates to satisfy any sweet tooth. This annual event raises funds used for scholarships and Rotary Club projects within the Seaside community. 2-4:30 p.m. Seaside Civic & Convention Center. 415 First Ave. Seaside, Oregon. 503-738-3311. www.sunsetempire.com.
February 15. Shifting Sands: A Landscape Evolves. North Coast geologist Tom Horning has been collecting historical aerial photographs of the Necanicum Estuary and the Clatsop Plains dating back to the 1930s, studying both natural and man-made changes to the landscape over many decades. Come and gain a whole new perspective on this familiar region. 6 p.m. Seaside Public Library. 1131 Broadway. Seaside, Oregon. www.nclctrust.org.
February 24-26. Seaside Jazz Festival. Multi-venue jazz festival stars Titan Hot Seven, Ivory & Gold, Wally's Warehouse Waifs, Blue Street, Uptown Lowdown, Black Swan, Tom Rigney & Flambeau, High Sierra, Bob Draga, and more. A free shuttle bus will run to sites and some hotels during jazz hours. Seaside, Oregon. 1-866-345-6257. www.jazzseaside.com.
February 25. Mayor’s Cup Seaside Collegiate Rugby Classic. Willamette University vs. Oregon State University. Community social follows the match with players from both teams. 1 p.m. Broadway field and the American Legion Post 99. Seaside, Oregon. www.pnrfu.com/mayors-cup.
February 25. Live music: Lauren Sheehan. Part of the Acoustic Folk Music Series. Lauren Sheehan is a well known Pacific Northwest vocal performer, famous for her shape shifting ability to cover anything from Memphis blues to old country and folk with an authentic flair. $7 adults, $2 children. 6:30 p.m. John William’s Classroom at the Cannon Beach History Center. S. Spruce St. and Sunset Blvd. Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.cbhistory.org.
Spring 2012. Who Put the Cannon in Cannon Beach? A new exhibit tells the story of the U.S.S. Shark, the cannon that Cannon Beach is named for, and updates visitors regarding the status of the cannons discovered in 2008. Cannon Beach History Center. S. Spruce St. and Sunset Blvd. Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.cbhistory.org.
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Every Saturday: Ballroom Dancing and Salsa Dancing. Mini-lessons possible. $7 at door. 8 – 10 p.m. Fellowship Hall. 11th and Harrison. Astoria, Oregon. www.astoriaartsandmovement.com
Every Sunday: Astoria Sunday Market. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Taste, shop, explore. Downtown at 12th St. Astoria, Oregon.
Every Sunday. Live music at Fort George Brewery. 8 p.m. 1483 Duane St. Astoria, Oregon. 503-325-7468. www.fortgeorgebrewery.com.
January 29. Newport Symphony. Conductors Adam Flatt and David Ogden Stiers present Mendelssohn’s “Music from A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” David Kellogg’s comic “Pyramus and Thisbe,” and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 2. 3 p.m. Liberty Theater. 1203 Commercial St. Astoria, Oregon. 503-325-5922. www.liberty-theatre.org.
February 10-12. Live theater: “A Company of Wayward Saints.” The Liberty Theatre Players present a comedy in two acts, by George Herman. Friday-Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 3 p.m. Liberty Theater. 1203 Commercial St. Astoria, Oregon. 503-325-5922. www.liberty-theatre.org.
February 10-20. Quilt Run 101: Oregon Coast Shop Hop. Join in on the fun of visiting the quilt shops on Hwy 101 from Astoria to Brookings. If you have questions please call Jane’s Fabric Patch at 503-842-9392. Astoria, Oregon, to Brookings, Oregon.
February 11, 18, 25. Winemaker’s Dinner. Dine in the Cellar Room and enjoy a five course gourmet meal perfectly paired with the premium wines. The Cellar on 10th. 1004 Marine Dr. Astoria, Oregon. 503-325-6600. www.thecellaron10th.com.
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