Newport, Depoe Bay Events Calendar for Summer, 2010

Newport's Nye Beach

First & third Tuesday of each month. “Job Shadows,” for high School juniors and seniors.  Want to know what it’s like to work in the field of marine science? Come see how Aquarium keepers take care of the animals and what it’s like to work with marine mammals, sea birds, fish and invertebrates. Shadows in education and life support departments are also available upon request. 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Contact Youth Programs Coordinator, Tricia Ratliff. Oregon Coast Aquarium. Ferry Slip Road, South Beach. Newport, Oregon. 541-867-3474. aquarium.org.

Every Saturday. Newport Saturday Farmer's Market. Local organic growers, market gardeners and greenthumbs bring fresh produce to the market. Vibrant flowers, color spots, perennials, herbs, and bedding plants. Produce and garden blooms, soaps, honey, breads, pastries, eggs, and much more! Newport City Hall. Highway 101 and Angle Street. Newport, Oregon. 541-961-8236, www.newportfarmersmarket.org/

Every Saturday/Sunday through Labor Day Weekend. Sea Lion Encounter. Learn about the Aquarium’s pinnipeds. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Ages 8 and up. $35 members, $40 non-members. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon. Reservations: 541-867-3474 Ext. 2313.

July 24 - 25. Nye Beach Bead Festival. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Nye Cottage at 208 NW Coast Street. Newport, Oregon.

July 25 – 26. Summer Film Series: ''Mother'' 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Newport, Oregon. www.cinemalovers.com

July 26 - 30. Sea Safari Summer Camp: Habitats. Learn about how animals live in shore habitats, kelp forest and mangrove swamps. Songs, crafts and games. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ages 1st – 2nd graders entering fall 2010. $135 members, $150 non-members. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon.

July 30 - September 17. Summer Family Programs at Hatfield Marine Science Center. Hands-on marine science programs for Adults and Children, ages 4 and older. Pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. Newport, Oregon. http://hmsc.oregonstate.edu

July 30 – 31. American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Friday at 6 p.m. to Saturday at noon. Newport High School Track. 322 N E Eads St. Newport, Oregon. www.relayforlife.org/NewportOR

July 31. Cub Scout Combination Sleepover.  Spend the night in Passages of the Deep tunnels, eat pizza, scavenger hunt, hands-on activities. 6 p.m. – 9 a.m. Ages 6 and up. $50 members, $55 non-members. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon.

July 31. 11th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit Food Share of Lincoln County, $150 per Team/4 Players. 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Register by July 26  Newport, Oregon. www.foodsharelincolncounty.org

July 31. Cub Scout Combination Sleepover. Spend the night in Passages of the Deep tunnels, eat pizza, scavenger hunt, hands-on activities. 6 p.m. – 9 a.m. Ages 6 and up. $50 members, $55 non-members. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon. Please register at least 2 weeks in advance. (541) 867-3474 ext. 5301.

August 1 – 31.  Oregon Lighthouse Month. Visit Yaquina Head  and Yaquina Bay Lighthouses for month-long celebrations, events and festivities. Newport, Oregon. FMI: 541-574-3125. www.yaquinalights.org
 
August 1 – 14. Shark Celebration. Variety of events highlighting the fascinating world of sharks. The Discovery Channel will provide video footage from a camera inside the Aquarium’s shark display. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. All ages free with regular Aquarium admission. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon.

August 1 -  2. Summer Film Series “The Secret In Their Eyes.” 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Performing Arts Center. 777 W Olive Street. Newport, Oregon. www.cinemalovers.com
 
August 2 – 6. Oceans of Fun Summer Camp: Animal Behavior. Focus on how animals act in their home environment. Songs, crafts, stories and games. Ages 4 - 5. $80 members, $90 non-members. 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon.

August 6. Summer Family Programs at Hatfield Marine Science Center. Hands-on marine science programs for Adults and Children, ages 4 and older. Pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. $7.50 per person. Newport, Oregon. http://hmsc.oregonstate.edu

August 6. Jazz Fridays: Bringetto Cameron Jazz Orchestra at the PAC. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. 777 W Olive Street. Newport, Oregon. www.justjazzoregon.com

August 6. Side By Side at the PAC. Musical revue featuring the songs of Broadway.7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 777 W Olive Street. Newport, Oregon. www.portholeplayers.org

August 6 – 7. 2010 Quilts By The Sea Quilt Show. More than 200 quilts on display, charity small quilt auction, children's activity corner, demonstrations, scissor sharpening, vendors, boutique, door prizes and refreshments. 225 SE Avery St. Newport, Oregon. www.oregoncoastalquilters.org

August 13. Sea Squirts: Wonderful Walkers. Investigate the different ways sea creatures walk around in and out of the water. Ages 2 – 3 w/parent. $15 members, $20 non-members. 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon.

August 13. Summer Family Programs at Hatfield Marine Science Center. Hands-on marine science programs for Adults and Children, ages 4 and older. Pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. $7.50 per person. 2030 SE Marine Science Center Drive. Newport, Oregon. http://hmsc.oregonstate.edu

August 14. Second Saturday Stroll In Nye Beach. Join the stroll of Nye Beach in Newport with art gallery demonstrations, street performers and more. 12 noon – 5 p.m. Newport, Oregon

August 16 – 20. Sea Safari Summer Camp: Open Ocean. Explore the lives of sharks, jellies, sea lions and more! Songs, crafts and games. Ages 1st – 2nd graders entering fall 2010. $135 members, $150 non-members. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon.

August 20. Depoe Bay Pirate Fest and Treasure Hunt. Ahoy Mateys!! A bountiful clue for all who will hunt for the buried treasure. Understand the points N.E.S & W, how maps work and how letters combined make words and words make clues. Arrrr and listen for the cannons and listen to the Pirates. Free to the public, $100 for participating teams of four pirates. Throughout Depoe Bay, Oregon. www.treasuredepoebay.com  541-765-2889

August 20. Summer Family Programs at Hatfield Marine Science Center. Hands-on marine science programs for Adults and Children, ages 4 and older. Pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. $7.50 per person. 2030 SE Marine Science Center Drive. Newport, Oregon. http://hmsc.oregonstate.edu

August 27. Sea Squirts: Winged Wonders. This class will explore the winged world of the birds, bats, and bugs of the Oregon coast. Songs, crafts, and stories. 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Ages 2 - 3 w/parent $15 members, $20 non-members. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon.

September 4. Central Coast Orchid Society’s Annual Orchid Show. Free admission. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 227 NE 12th Street. Newport, Oregon.

September 4 – 5. Oregon's 1st Annual Glass Pumpkin Patch. Featuring approximately 1,000 glass pumpkins in a variety of sizes, colors and prices. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 541 SW Coast Hwy. Newport, Oregon.

September 5. Labor Day Weekend Family Sleepover. Spend the night in Passages of the Deep tunnels, eat pizza, scavenger hunt, hands-on activities. Ages 4 and up. $50 members, $55 non-members. 6 p.m. – 9 a.m. Oregon Coast Aquarium. 2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd. Newport, Oregon. Please register 2 weeks in advance by calling (541) 867-3474 ext. 5301.