Coast Weekend December 12, 2013

Make holiday paper flowers Musical night at KALA set Seaside Public Library hosts a class

Violist Jordan Dykstra, others to perform

SEASIDE — The Seaside Public Library will be in full bloom with a Paper to Petal Christmas Flower Class at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. The event will take place in the Community Room, and all materials are provided. There will be a limit of 25 people for the class, and you can sign up at the circulation desk or by phone.

Based on the popular book “Paper to Petal,� the class will teach participants to make playful party decorations, sumptuous bouquets and wonderful holiday centerpieces.

The instructor will walk you through the easy basics of

ASTORIA — KALA welcomes YLROLVW DQG ¿OP FRPSRVHU DUranger Jordan Dykstra to its stage at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13.

Dykstra has been active in the Portland indie music scene, involved in launching numerous bands, in addition to his work as a string arranger/composer in ÂżOP DQG UHFRUGLQJ The musical evening at KALA will comprise a viola performance by Dykstra, embellished by electronics.

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Learn to make paper flowers at the Seaside Public Library.

transforming simple materials, like inexpensive tissue and crepe paper, into vibrant and fanciful handmade blooms that will brighten up any holiday occasion.

The creative fun happens at the Seaside Public Library at 1131 Broadway. To sign up for the class, call 503-7386742. For more information visit www.seasidelibrary.org and www.facebook.com/seasidepubliclibrary

Hear the seasonal sounds Tuba Christmas plays all the right notes

Paper to Petal 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 Seaside Public Library 1131 Broadway, Seaside 503-738-6742

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Gregg Skloff will perform the rare bass solo.

Currently residing in Portland, and a violin/violist since the age of 4, Dykstra’s work has been featured with such artists as Dirty Projectors, Gus Van Sant, Adrian Orange, Christina Vantzou, Jared Mees and the Grown Children as well as a number of installations, short ¿OPV DQG OLYH SHUIRUPDQFHV Dykstra has been vice president of the Portland indie record label Marriage Records for three years, and, in 2008, he founded the Business of Composing for Strings, which is a compositional studio aimed at making new

Enjoy a free holiday concert by the Astoria Tuba Quartet.

ILWACO, Wash. — The Water Music Festival will present a free holiday Tuba Christmas concert by the Astoria Tuba Quartet at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15.

Tubas, you say? Aren’t they the ungainly giants at the rear of marching bands?

Don’t they play monotonous low notes? Not at all: Technically, tubas embrace a range of

compositions and arrangements for strings and small ensembles.

For more about Dykstra’s musical activities, visit businessofcomposingforstrings.com Hoskin was an active art organizer and musician in Astoria from 2005-09, producing the monthly Creative Music Series through Astoria Visual Arts.

Hoskin performed many con-

certs, from experimental to jazz renderings, creative and improvised music. Since his return to Seattle, he has formed a duo with drummer Ostrowski, who is a longtime member of Monktail Creative Music Concern.

Skloff, an Astoria resident since 2010, has played contrabass since 1990.

He has participated in improvisational settings with a multitude of musicians, devoted his efforts to several rock bands and large ensembles, and formed Existence Habit with fellow Astorians Derek Ecklund and Roger Hayes in 2013.

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. Cocktails and light fare will be available.

KALA is located at 1017 Marine Drive in Astoria. For more information, call 503-338-4878.

horns including euphoniums, baritone horns, French horns, and, yes, tubas. When played together by talented musicians of the Astoria Tuba Quartet, the sounds of the holiday season come alive.

Tuba Christmas was created in 1974 as a tribute to the late artist and teacher William Bell, born on Christmas Day 1902.

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The Astoria Tuba Quartet has played for more than 25 years. Though a few changes in personnel have occurred over the years, the depth of talent has not altered. Founder Dennis Hale with Lee Stromquist, Bob Joiner and Brian Bergman bring years of experience.

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Have a happy holiday party with CAA Annual fundraiser offers bake sale, photos with Santa ASTORIA — It’ll be Christmas before you know it – time for the seasonal celebration that is the Clatsop Animal Assistance annual Holiday Party and Fundraiser, now in its 15th year. $ EHQH¿W IRU WKH FDWV DQG dogs at the Clatsop County Animal Shelter, this event typically furnishes the lion’s share of CAA’s operating funds for the entire year, paying for critical services and supplies directly EHQH¿WLQJ WKH DQLPDOV H J YHWerinary care, medicine, feline DQG FDQLQH IRRG ÀHD WUHDWPHQWV and more.

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Bob Oja takes a moment to trim a noble fir at Oja’s Christmas Tree Farm on Youngs River Road. Oja and his wife, Mary, started growing trees nearly 30 years ago and now have around 3,000 grand and noble firs to choose from.

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they showed us how to trim trees.”

The Ojas buy foot-tall, two-year-old seedlings, 500 at a time, from a nursery in Woodburn. Unlike timber companies, though, Christmas tree growers want seedlings that will produce a lot of limbs. There’s no real telling, however, how limby seedlings might be, and the Ojas just wait and see.

The industry standard is to top each tree 10 inches from its upper limbs, regardless if buds are apparent.

Bob, who never leaves the front door without 90198 Youngs River Road, Astoria clippers in his pocket, Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily fusses over each tree.

“Folks in the North$25 Christmas trees west seem to like trees $20 handmade wreaths that are more open,” he says. He lets some grow a little eccentrically. Oja’s trees aren’t a uniform coniferous army like those that cover acres of the Willamette Valley.

He doesn’t spray. He keeps his farm free of alders and ferns, which can host harmful pests. “We’re almost organic,” he says.

Oja’s Christmas Tree Farm is a quarter mile beyond Tucker Creek Lane at 90198 Youngs River Road and is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

Don’t expect an asphalt parking lot at the top of the gravel drive. Park next to the barn, beside the old, wooden, broken-backed Columbia River gillnetter. (Bob began his salmon fishing career in the horse seining days.)

Grab one of the razor-sharp bow saws hanging on the fence post, and take a walk. Watch for the deer that linger in their yard. If you’re good-natured, pass on the tagged trees already dibsed. When folks return to find a small stump where they’ve left a ribbon on a tree that they’d liked, sometimes Bob and Mary have to negotiate some hard feelings. There are 3,000 other trees you can pick from.

A few swift pulls on the saw will bring the tree you like down. Tie it to the car roof, or lay it in the pickup bed. Hand your saw to the next folks, or hang it back on the post. Open up that thermos of hot chocolate. Stroll down to the old farmhouse, and ring the bell.

Bob will greet you with a smile and a face as warm and open as a Christmas hearth.

Pay him 25 bucks. Shake his hand and say, “Merry Christmas.” Drive home through the Youngs River farmland singing along with Bing.

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‘Growing Christmas trees, you find out what your land is really like’ If your holiday season includes a Christmas tree, one of your most festive options for happily fetching one lies tucked away off Youngs River Road. Load the thermos with hot chocolate. Put Bing Crosby on the radio. Grab a parka, pull on your boots and find your deerskin gloves. You’re going to Oja’s Christmas Tree Farm.

It was nearly 30 years ago that Bob and Mary Oja moved back to the farmhouse she was born and raised in. They sold off her mother’s cows, rototilled the whole property and planted 3,500 Christmas trees.

“That was a mess,” Mary says, remembering the early days. She’s not laughing.

“It was her idea,” says Bob. “She was tired of chasing cows through broken fences.”

The trees stayed put and today invite patient tree hunters to a pleasant, fragrant meander among them.

The Ojas had a lot to learn about raising Christmas trees at first. The grand and noble and Douglas firs that they planted didn’t thrive equally across the

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property.

Though the farm’s slopes face south and east, some of the land proved too shady, some too wet, some of the ground too thick with clay.

“Growing Christmas trees, you find out what your land is really like,” says Bob. They experimented with different varieties. They found the Douglas firs didn’t fare well on the coast, that grand firs were problem-prone and that noble firs, though they grew slowly, were hearty and popular.

“The biggest thing that helped was joining the Pacific Northwest Christmas Tree Association,” says Bob. “We toured a lot of farms in the Willamette Valley, in Oregon and Washington, and

Load the thermos with hot chocolate. Put Bing Crosby on the radio. Grab a parka, pull on your boots and find your deerskin gloves. You’re going to Oja’s Christmas Tree Farm.

Stepping Out THEATER

Friday, Dec. 13

“Scrooged in Astoria” 7 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, www.astorstreetoprycompany.com, $5. Loosely based on the beloved classic “A Christmas Carol,” by Charles Dickens, this is a melodramatic adaptation featuring “Shanghaied in Astoria” characters, with the penny-pinching Max Krooke Jr. guided by a special group of Christmas ghosts who come to help him learn about the renewal of spirit and how to correct the errors of his ways.

“Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus” 7 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., http://peninsula-players.com, $10 adults, children 12 and younger admitted free with a paid adult. A little girl wonders if there really is a Santa Claus, and a reporter on the verge of self-destruction is tasked with answering her. The play is set in a sound booth of a radio station in the 1940s. The actors will be using only their voices to lead the audience through the play, and sound effects will be created on stage in this re-creation of the golden age of radio.

“Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus” 2 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., http://peninsula-players.com, $10 adults, children 12 and younger admitted free with a paid adult.

“A Christmas Carol” 3 p.m., The Little Theater, Knappa Schools, 41535 Old Highway 30, Knappa, $6 adults, $5 children younger than 12 and seniors older than 60, seating is limited.

“Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” 3 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $18 or $23.

Thursday, Dec. 19 “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, www. coastertheatre.com, $10 students, $15 adults. This is Talkback Thursday, when the audience can learn more about the production from cast and crew.

MUSIC

“Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $18 or $23. Having left the Army following World War II, two GIs team up to become a top song-and-dance act. They meet a pair of sisters who also have a song-anddance act, and romantic mix-ups ensue as they all head up to Vermont to put on a show to save the inn run by their former commanding officer.

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Saturday, Dec. 14

Dallas Williams 6 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, ages 21 and older. Dallas Williams plays folk music and Americana.

“The Shoemaker and the Elf” 11 a.m. to noon, Raymond Timberland Library, 507 Duryea St., Raymond, Wash., 360-9422408, www.TRL.org, free, all ages. The Mary Shaver Marionettes will perform a winter holiday puppet play. Who could possibly be making shoes for the elderly shoemaker? This fairy tale delights with its impishly magical elf, a devoted daughter with baking issues and a Queen who collects shoes.

“The Legend of the Christmas Rose” 2 p.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, www.liberty-theater. org, $10 adults, $8 students/seniors/military. The Liberty Theatre Players and the Astoria School of Ballet will perform “The Legend of the Christmas Rose,” by Selma Lagerlof. First published in 1908 in Sweden, the tale about a flower that only blooms in winter conditions explores the tenets of not judging people, the belief that anybody can be redeemed and the rejection of materialism.

“Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus” 2 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., http://peninsula-players.com, $10 adults, children 12 and younger admitted free with a paid adult.

“A Christmas Carol” 7 p.m., The Little Theater, Knappa Schools, 41535 Old Highway 30, Knappa, $6 adults, $5 children younger than 12 and seniors older than 60, seating is limited. Jan Johnson will direct this holiday treat – the beloved story of Christmas redemption by Charles Dickens.

“Scrooged in Astoria” 7 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, www.astorstreetoprycompany.com, $8 to $15.

“Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, www. coastertheatre.com, $18 or $23.

Sunday, Dec. 15 “Scrooged in Astoria” 2 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, www.astorstreetoprycompany.com, $8 to $15.

Brian O’Connor 5 to 8 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Acoustic jazz guitarist Brian O’Connor plays an eclectic mix of jazz standards and original compositions.

Paul Dueber 6 to 8 p.m., Cannon Beach Hardware and Pub, 1235 S. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4364086, www.cannonbeachhardware.com, no cover. Paul Dueber plays 1970s-80s folk music, covering Simon and Garfunkel, Gordon Lightfoot, Phil Ochs, Ian Tyson and more.

Basin Street NW 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Chuck Wilder on piano, David Drury on guitar and Todd Pederson on bass perform mainstream jazz classics. Their repertoire includes compositions by Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, Tadd Dameron, Johnny Mandel, A.C. Jobim and many more.

Music Jam 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-468-0390, free.

Everyone is welcome to stop by to enjoy stringband, bluegrass and old-time country music, whether you want to play, sing, dance or simply watch.

Northeast Northwest 8 to 10 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Northeast Northwest plays indie Americana.

Friday, Dec. 13 Barbie G - Backwater 6 to 8 p.m., The Uptown Cafe 1639 S.E. Ensign Ave., No. B101, Warrenton, no cover. Barbie G - Backwater plays folk, rock, country and originals.

Ray Raihala 6 to 9 p.m., T. Paul’s Urban Cafe, 1119 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-338-5133, no cover. Ray Raihala plays folk, bluegrass and Americana music with vocals, keyboard and guitar.

Tom Trudell 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Tom Trudell plays piano.

Jon Koonce 7 to 10 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, www.

mcmenamins.com, no cover, all ages. Singer-songwriter Jon Koonce romps, stomps, twangs and rages through tales of love, lust, trailer parks, truck stops, demons and dogs.

The Thomasian Trio and Maggie Kitson 7 to 11 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503436-1539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, ages 21 and older. The Thomasian Trio and Maggie Kitson play jazz, blues and classic rock.

Jordan Dykstra 8 p.m., KALA, 1017 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-338-4878, $10 at the door. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. with cocktails and light refreshments available. This musical evening will include a viola performance by Jordan Dykstra, embellished by electronics. Guests include baritone saxophonist Paul Hoskin and drummer Mark Ostrowski, and local string bassist Gregg Skloff.

Acustica 8 to 10 p.m., Astoria Coffeehouse, 243 11th St., Astoria, 503-325-1787, www.astoriacoffeehouse.com, www.acusticaworldmusic.com. Enjoy an evening of food, drink and the contagious rhythms and multiple languages of Acustica World Music. For information, contact Dolores Levine at info@acusticaworldmusic.com or 503-468-0512.

Northeast Northwest 9 to 11 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Northeast Northwest plays indie Americana.

Saturday, Dec. 14 Jennifer Goodenberger 6 to 9 p.m., Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6422442, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Jennifer Goodenberger plays classical, improvisational, contemporary and contemplative originals on piano.

Ray Raihala 6 to 9 p.m., T. Paul’s Supper Club, 360 12th St., Astoria, 503-325-2545, no cover. Ray Raihala plays folk, bluegrass and Americana music with vocals, keyboard and guitar.

David Drury 6:30 to 9 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Dave Drury plays jazz guitar.

The Toyz 7:30 p.m., Seaside American Legion, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111, no cover, ages 21 and older after 8 p.m. The Toyz play classic rock and more.

Strangled Darlings 9 to 11 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Strangled Darlings play quirky indie pop.

Sunday, Dec. 15 Chuck Wilder 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www. bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Chuck Wilder plays jazz piano.

Brian Johnstone 6 to 8 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, ages 21 and older. Brian Johnstone plays flamenco guitar, as well as jazz, blues and originals.

Brownsmead Flats 8 to 10 p.m., Fort George Brewery and Public House, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, 503-3257468, www.fortgeorgebrewery.com, no cover, all ages. The Brownsmead Flats play “home-brewed acoustic music with a Northwest flavor,” with an emphasis on accomplished musicianship and five-part harmony, plus quite a bit of humor.

Strangled Darlings 8 to 10 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Strangled Darlings play quirky indie pop.

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Stepping Out MUSIC CONTINUED

Tuesday, Dec. 17

Brian O’Connor 5 to 8 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Acoustic jazz guitarist Brian O’Connor plays an eclectic mix of jazz standards and original compositions.

Wednesday, Dec. 18 George Coleman 5:30 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360642-4150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Classical and 12-string guitarist George Coleman plays pop, jazz, folk and rock music.

The Coconuts 6 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, ages 21 and older. Bill Hayes, Dave Quinton and Gary Keiski are the Coconuts, playing classic swing and jazz, country, bluegrass and folk.

Thursday, Dec. 19 Brian O’Connor 5 to 8 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover.

Dallas Williams 6 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, ages 21 and older.

MARKETS Includes recurring markets, flea markets, auctions and holiday bazaars.

Saturday, Dec. 14 Holiday Bazaar 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Necanicum Village, 2500 S. Roosevelt Drive, Seaside, 503-738-0900. Local vendors will offer quilts, aprons, handmade crafts, jewelry, some commercial items such as Scentsy and more.

Hope for the Holidays Christmas Bazaar 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Raymond High School Commons, 1016 Commercial St., Raymond, Wash.

The bazaar gives shoppers a chance to do holiday shopping and give back to the Relay For Life event. Vendor tables may still be available. For information, contact Kaitlynn Hager at 360-208-4312 or email kaitlynnh@raymondk12.org Saturday Christmas Market at the Port 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Time Enough Books Building, 157 Howerton Way, Ilwaco, Wash. Fifteen merchants sell art, jewelry, clothing, wreaths, soap, baked goods, beach-themed gifts and decorations, and more.

Astoria Winter Market 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Astoria Event Center, 894 Commercial St., Astoria, www.astoriasundaymarket.com. Local and regional artisans offer fine wares for all your holiday shopping needs. This weekend, the market includes the mini Winter Brew Cup, with craft beers from Fort George and an all-bacon menu from North Coast Chef Syndicate. Live music once each day is a new addition.

Consignment Auction 5 to 8 p.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-4953, longbeachgrange667@hotmail.com, www.longbeachgrange.org. A preview of auction items will take place from 4 to 5 p.m. Call, email or log on for item drop-off information.

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Sunday, Dec. 15 Astoria Winter Market 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Astoria Event Center, 894 Commercial St., Astoria, astoriasundaymarket@ charter.net, www.astoriasundaymarket.com. Local and regional artisans offer fine wares for all your holiday shopping needs. The mini Winter Brew Cup and all-bacon menu continues today, along with live music once during the day.

Indoor Winter Market 2 to 5 p.m., The Nehalem Beehive, 35870 Seventh St. (U.S. Highway 101), Nehalem, 503368-2337. There will be local produce and meats, baked goods, herbs, arts and crafts, teas, coffees, chocolates and other gift items and prepared food.

HOLIDAY EVENTS

Thursday, Dec. 12

Handmade Holidays 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Raymond Timberland Library, 507 Duryea St., Raymond, Wash., 360-9422408, www.TRL.org, free, for children. Warm up with hot cocoa. Make cocoa mix in a gift jar and decorate a card for your loved ones. Supplies and refreshments provided.

Astoria Schools Winter Concerts 7 p.m., Astoria High School Auditorium, 1001 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. This choral concert will include the Sixth Grade Choir and AMS Choir from Astoria Middle School. In addition, the Concert Choir, Advanced Choir and Port City Jazz Ensemble from Astoria High School will perform.

Friday, Dec. 13 Library After Hours 6 p.m., Astoria Public Library, 450 10th St., Astoria, 503-325-7323, http://astorialibrary. org, free, all ages. The Consort of All Sorts will perform Baroque holiday music, playing instrumental and vocal music from the 17th and 18th centuries with themes appropriate for the winter holiday season.

Cannon Beach Chorus Christmas Concert 7 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 565 12th St., Astoria, 503-436-0378, http://cannonbeachchorus.org, $10. The Chorus will sing favorites from Christmas past, including excerpts from Handel’s “Messiah,”Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” Biebl’s “Ave Maria,” Rutter’s “What Sweeter Music” and a whole host of other seasonal pieces.

Saturday, Dec. 14 Ugly Sweater Run 8:30 a.m. check-in, 9 a.m. race starts, Seaside Civic and Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, www.sunsetempire.com, $20 registration, includes long-sleeved T-shirt while supplies last. This is a 5K run/walk combined with an ugly Christmas sweater contest. There will be prizes for the most creative sweater, best holiday spirit and the ugliest sweater, as well as pictures with Santa and free hot cocoa after the race. Proceeds will go toward food baskets and gifts for local families. Register online or at Sunset Pool, 1140 Broadway. For information, call 503-738-2211, Ext. 102.

Clatsop Animal Assistance Holiday Party 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fort George Brewery Lovell Building, 426 14th St., Astoria. Bring your pets to get their photos taken with Santa from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., check out the annual bake sale, raffles and refreshments all day and take part in a silent auction from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Proceeds benefit the animals at the Clatsop County Animal Shelter.

Holiday Extravaganza 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Appelo Archives Center, Appelo Plaza, Second Floor, 1056 State Route 4, Naselle, Wash., 360-484-7103, www.appeloarchives.org. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. there will be a Holiday Bazaar featuring local vendors, for holiday gift shopping. From 2 to 3 p.m. Santa will be there to have his photo taken with your kids, pets or the whole family.

A deluxe photo package is only $15. Then from 3 to 4 p.m. help celebrate the Scandinavian tradition of Saint Lucia.

“Paper to Petal” Christmas Flower Class 1 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free, space limited to 25. Based on the popular book, “Paper to Petal,” participants will learn to make party decorations, bouquets and holiday centerpieces from inexpensive tissue and crepe paper. For older teens and adults. Materials provided. Sign up at the circulation desk or by phone.

Children’s Holiday Celebration 1 to 3 p.m., Seaside Civic and Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, 503-738-3311, www.sunsetempire.com, free for pass holders, $2 for everybody else or two cans of food for the South County Food Bank, younger than 3 admitted free. Local dance studios offer short performances, and there will be crafts, cookies and punch by the Kiwanis Club; then Santa will make an appearance.

Handmade Holidays 1 to 3 p.m., South Bend Timberland Library, First Street and Pacific Avenue, South Bend, Wash., 360-875-5532, www.TRL.org, free, for children. Warm up with hot cocoa. Make cocoa mix in a gift jar, and decorate a card for your loved ones. Supplies and refreshments provided.

Bed & Breakfast Holiday Open House 1 to 4 p.m., participating Long Beach (Wash.) Peninsula bed & breakfasts Charles Nelson Guesthouse (26205 Sandridge Road, Ocean Park), Boreas Bed & Breakfast (607 Ocean Beach Blvd. N., Long Beach), and The Historic Shelburne Inn (4415 Pacific Way, Seaview) will offer tours and the opportunity to lend a helping hand to families in need this holiday season. Come and see freshly-baked gingerbread houses on display and let the holidays warm your heart. A donation of a non-perishable food item is requested to be left with each bed & breakfast visited, to help local food banks.

Cocoa and Pictures with Santa 1 to 4 p.m., Cannon Beach Community Hall, 207 N. Spruce St., Cannon Beach, donation.

Come write your wish list and give it to Santa himself while enjoying a winter treat of hot cocoa. There is a suggested donation of $2 for cocoa and $5 for cocoa and a picture with Santa. Proceeds will help the Cannon Beach Preschool and Children’s Center.

Gingerbread Tea at Butterfield Cottage 1 to 4 p.m., Seaside Museum and Historical Society, 570 Necanicum Drive, Seaside 503738-7065, www.seasidemuseum.org, $5 adults, $3 children, no reservations needed.

Gingerbread, tea, hot chocolate and cookies will be served in the Butterfield Cottage. There will be music each day, and a raffle drawing will be held at 4 p.m. Dec. 21. Tickets may be purchased at the museum, and you need not be present to win.

Holiday Tea and Plum Pudding 1 to 4 p.m., daily Dec. 14 to 23 and Dec. 26 to 30, Flavel House Museum, 714 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-325-2203, www.cumtux.org, $10 each, reservations recommended for groups of eight or more. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with a traditional Victorian holiday treat of fresh, warm plum pudding, a cup of tea and a self-guided tour of the museum.

Holiday Crafts Workshop 1:30 to 4 p.m., Astoria Public Library, 450 10th St., Astoria, 503-325-7323, http://astorialibrary.org, free, all ages, children 10 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. In this program you can make personalized pencil cans and festive holiday cards from recycled materials at the third annual Pencil Cans and Holiday Cards Workshop. Materials provided, but you may want to bring items to make your gift more personalized.

Candlelight Walk 5 p.m., Corner of 12th and Commercial streets, Astoria. All are welcome to join in a candlelight walk through downtown Astoria to celebrate the holiday spirit. Candles will be provided, or bring your own. Battery operated candles available in limited quantity. For information, contact Drew Herzig at drewherzig@yahoo.com Cannon Beach Chorus 7 p.m., Cannon Beach Community Presbyterian Church, 132 E. Washington St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-0378, http://cannonbeachchorus.org, $10. The Cannon Beach Chorus will sing favorites from Christmas past, including excerpts from Handel’s “Messiah,”Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” Biebl’s “Ave Maria,” Rutter’s “What Sweeter Music” and a host of other seasonal pieces.

Stepping Out HOLIDAY EVENTS CONTINUED

Saturday, Dec. 14 (continued)

Yuletide Tapestry 7 p.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, www.liberty-theater. org, $10 adults, $8 students, free for children younger than 12 but they must have a ticket and be accompanied by an adult. The North Coast Symphonic Band will be joined by the North Coast Chorale and String of Pearls for traditional secular and sacred Christmas music.

Vocalist Bob Walters will lead audience participation in some pieces. The preshow is at 6:30 p.m. and there will be candy canes for the kids after the concert.

Sunday, Dec. 15 Christmas Concert 11 a.m., Tillamook United Methodist Church, 3808 12th St., Tillamook. The Chime Choir will give a mini concert under the direction of Debby Hendrickson, followed by the presentation by the choir of a Christmas cantata, “Night of the Father’s Love.” All are welcome.

Bed & Breakfast Holiday Open House 1 to 4 p.m., Long Beach (Wash.) Peninsula bed & breakfasts Charles Nelson Guesthouse (26205 Sandridge Road, Ocean Park), Boreas Bed & Breakfast (607 Ocean Beach Blvd. N., Long Beach), and The Historic Shelburne Inn (4415 Pacific Way, Seaview). The open house continues today, with gingerbread houses on display and more. A donation of a non-perishable food item is requested to be left with each bed & breakfast visited, to help local food banks.

Tuba Christmas Concert 2 to 4 p.m., Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, 115 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-6652784, http://watermusicfestival.com, free. The family-fun event, sponsored by the Water Music Festival Society, features the Astoria Tuba Quartet performing toe-tapping music, plus a few refreshments and lots of good fellowship.

Christmas Concert 7 p.m., Raymond Theatre, 323 Third St., Raymond, Wash., 360-642-2661, free, donations welcome. Willapa Harbor Chorale will lift their voices in celebration of the Christmas season during their 42nd annual Christmas concert. Thirty singers will perform a variety of holiday music. The choir is directed by Rick Gauger, with Beth Ginther as accompanist and support by flutist Connie Bevington and Lew Chapman on trumpet. A reception follows.

Monday, Dec. 16 Old-fashioned Christmas in the Flavel House 6 to 8 p.m., Flavel House Museum, 714 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-325-2203, www.cumtux. org, general museum admission applies, free for CCHS members. Visitors will have an opportunity to see the decorated Flavel House Museum and be treated to cookies, hot chocolate, holiday music, crafts, games and stories for the kids, plus a visit by Old St. Nick. Mom and Dad, don’t forget your camera, as you will want to capture that photo of your little one on Santa’s lap in front of the beautiful fireplace in the Flavel House library.

Astoria Schools Winter Concerts 6:15 p.m., Astoria High School Auditorium, 1001 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. Astor Elementary School students will perform. The 6:15 p.m. performance will include the following classes: Ms. Acfalle, Ms. J. Olson (kindergarten), Ms. Stelzig, Ms. Brewington, Ms. Hawkins, Ms. Wood, Ms. Olson (second grade), Ms. Fruiht and Ms. Nelson. The 7:30 p.m. performance will include the following classes: Ms. Meinters, Ms. Sunderland, Ms. Hakwitz, Ms. Joesten, Ms. Varner, Ms. Williams, Ms. Biederman/Grauff, Ms. Golden and Mr. Rasmusse.

Wednesday, Dec. 18 Children’s Holiday Gathering 10 a.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free. Holiday songs, stories and a craft for preschool and younger children.

Handmade Holidays 3 to 7:30 p.m., Ocean Park Timberland Library, 1308 256th Place, Ocean Park, Wash., 360665-4184, www.TRL.org, free, for children. Warm up with hot cocoa. Make cocoa mix in a

gift jar and decorate a card for your loved ones. Supplies and refreshments provided.

Thursday, Dec. 19 Concert for a Winter’s Night 7 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., Astoria, $15 suggested donation.

“Concert for a Winter’s Night: Music for Chanukkah, Solstice and Christmas” will be presented by flutist Shelley Loring and pianist Jennifer Goodenberger and will include Jewish, Celtic, carols, holiday music and original compositions. For information, call 503-325-5310.

EVENTS

Thursday, Dec. 12 Trivia Night 6 p.m., The Ship Inn Lounge, No. 1 Second St., Astoria, 503-325-0033, ages 21 and older.

Bring a team or just bring yourself and test your knowledge of useless facts.

Open Mic 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Hondo’s Brew and Cork, 2703 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-325-2234, info@hondosbrew.net, no cover. Musicians, singers and comedians are all welcome. Each performer will receive $1 off pints of beer or cider. Perform or just enjoy the show.

Sunday, Dec. 15 Weekly Bird Survey 9 to 11 a.m., Battery Russell, Fort Stevens State Park, Jetty Road, off Ridge Road, Hammond, contact Park Ranger Dane Osis, 503-861-3170, Ext. 41, dane.osis@state.or.us. No birding experience required. Binoculars recommended, and there are a few binoculars that first-timers may borrow. The survey will cover several different habitats within the park; access is by walking and driving.

In Their Footsteps 1 p.m., Fort Clatsop Visitor Center, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, 503-861-2471, www. nps.gov/lewi, free. The program is “U.S. Coast Guard Air Station and Group Astoria,” by Susan L. Glen, who will discuss her book about the local Coast Guard stations.

PageTurners Book Discussion, 7 to 9 p.m., Raymond Timberland Library, 507 Duryea St., Raymond, Wash., 360-942-2408, www.TRL.org, free, for adults. Join in a discussion of “Zoo,” by James Patterson. Books are available for check out at the library circulation desk.

Didgeridoo Reiki Healing Circle 1:30 to 2 p.m., RiversZen Yoga, 399 31st St., Astoria, 503-440-3554, RiversZenYoga. com, free, for ages 18 and older. Starts with a presentation, then a guided meditation featuring the spiritual vibrations of the didgeridoo, painting tonal pictures of reiki symbols.

Friday, Dec. 13

Wednesday, Dec. 18

Lunch With The Author Noon, Beach Books, 616 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3500, http://beachbooks37.com, $20, includes lunch and a book. Beach Books welcomes back Kristina McMorris with her new novel, “The Pieces We Keep.”This book evokes the depth of a mother’s bond with her child, and the power of personal histories to echo through generations.

Friday Night Mixer 5 to 7 p.m., Imogen Gallery, 240 11th St., Astoria, 503-468-0620, www.imogengallery. com. Enjoy a social time at the gallery, with art, lively conversation and an adult beverage.

Cannon Beach Garden Club Meeting Noon, Tolovana Community Hall, 3779 S. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, free. Attendees should bring their own lunch but coffee, tea and dessert are provided. The garden club is seeking new members. You are not required to join to attend one meeting, but if you do choose to join, dues are $5 per year.

Trivia Night 7 p.m., Baked Alaska, No. 1 12th St., Astoria, 503-325-7414, $2 per person per game. Know more than the average trivia fan? Find out at the weekly trivia tournament in the lounge.

Cannon Beach Reads 7 to 8:30 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1391, www.cannonbeachlibrary.org. The selection is “Tortilla Flat,” by John Steinbeck. The library will have one copy of the book, and copies will be available for purchase at Cannon Beach Book Company (across the street). New members welcome. This year’s book list is available on the website.

Open Mic 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Hondo’s Brew and Cork, 2703 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-325-2234, info@hondosbrew.net, no cover. Musicians, singers and comedians are all welcome. Each performer will receive $1 off pints of beer or cider. Perform or just enjoy the show.

Wacky Wednesday Open Mic Night 7:30 to 10 p.m., The Rio Cantina, 125 Ninth St., Astoria, 503-325-2409, www.theriocafe. net, no cover, ages 21 and older. All acts are welcome, including comedy, spoken poetry, rapping, music and more. Call for more information.

Saturday, Dec. 14

Thursday, Dec. 19

Book Discussion Group Noon to 1:30 p.m., Astoria Public Library, 450 10th St., Astoria, 503-325-7323, http://astorialibrary.org, free, open to everyone. December’s selection is “The Lowland,” by Jhumpa Lahiri. Limited print and ebook copies of this title are available for checkout with a library card.

Christopher Lord Author Appearance 2 to 4 p.m., Beach Books, 616 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3500, http://beachbooks37. com, free. Christopher Lord will be in the store to discuss the second of his murder mysteries set in Dickens Junction, a fictional town just outside Astoria. In “The Edwin Drood Murders,” murder is afoot during a Dickens convention at the Elliott Hotel.

Astoria’s Second Saturday Art Walk 5 to 8 p.m., galleries and businesses in downtown Astoria. Check out new artworks, join friends and meet artists while enjoying refreshments and live music. Some venues stay open later than the official art walk hours.

Artists’ Reception 6 to 9 p.m., LightBox Photographic Gallery, 1045 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-468-0238, http://lightbox-photographic.com. There will be a reception to honor the artists participating in the annual Members Exhibit.

Trivia Night 6 p.m., The Ship Inn Lounge, No. 1 Second St., Astoria, 503-325-0033, ages 21 and older.

PageTurners Book Discussion 6 to 7 p.m., Ilwaco Timberland Library, 158 First Ave. N., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-3908, www.TRL.org, free, for adults. Join in a discussion of “Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln,” by Doris Kearns Goodwin.

CLASSES

Saturday, Dec. 14

Buggy Barn Stocking 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Homespun Quilts, 108 10th St., Astoria, 503-325-3300, www.homespunquilt.com, $30. Vesta Eggleston will teach this class from “Still Crazy.” Learn the Buggy Barn crazy piecing method. The Buggy Barn method results in wonky blocks that are fun to make and large enough so it does not take many blocks to make a quilt.

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$5 off in Oregon State Parks Members Exhibit opens Day-use permits reduced in December LightBox Gallery shows work by locals

December is “good deal� month at Oregon State Parks.

From Dec. 1 to 31, visitors and gift-givers can save $5 on the 12-month day-use parking permit.

Parking fees are required at 26 Oregon state parks and cost $5 per day, unless you have a 12or 24-month pass. The 12-month pass is on sale for $25 – regularly $30 – in December. “This makes a great gift,� said Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) spokesman Chris Havel. “And with $5 off, it’s also a big bargain.“ The permits are transferable from vehicle to vehicle, making them a versatile value in today’s economy. OPRD also offers a 24-month pass, priced at $50, that Havel said is “always a good deal.�

The Oregon Coast Passport is also discounted $5 in December.

The passport is a multi-agency

product, valid at Oregon State Parks, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and National Park Service sites along the Oregon Coast. The coastal passports are on sale for $30 – regularly $35 – in December.

The 12- and 24-month OPRD permits, coastal passports and 235' JLIW FHUWLÂżFDWHV FDQ EH purchased by calling the Oregon State Parks Information Center at 1-800-551-6949. Callers may use debit or credit cards that have VISA or MasterCard logos.

Walk-in customers can buy the OPRD permits at major 235' RI¿FHV VRPH VWDWH SDUN friends’ group stores and selected local businesses throughout the state. A list of vendors is posted at http://tinyurl.com/oprdvendors. The coastal passports are sold at some coastal state parks, IHGHUDO DJHQF\ RI¿FHV DQG ORFDO vendors in several coastal communities.

ASTORIA — LightBox Photographic Gallery opened its annual Members Exhibit Dec. 7 and will hold the artists’ reception from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. LightBox will feature the work of more than 30 individuals who have helped support the gallery as a resource for the creative photographic arts on the North Coast of Oregon. The exhibit will continue through Jan. 7.

The supporting members of LightBox are a group of professional and amateur photographers from the North Coast and beyond. This showcase of members’ work presents a varied and diverse collection in a curated exhibit that rewards the LightBox community, a group that regularly shares events, social networks and group activities at the gallery.

The contributing photographers of this year’s exhibit are: Zan Hare, Jon Lingel, Randy Severson, Michael Datoli, Bob

Levine, Mickey Anderson, Leigh Oviatt, Rebecca Ackporiaye, Jody Miller, Jeff Ross, Friderike Heuer, Michael Mathers, Sandy Noyes, Daryll Hodson, Jim Congleton, Roger Dorband, Lorraine Richey, Robert Aughenbaugh, Eleanor Gorman, Stu Levy, John Ritchie, Raina Stinson, Kim Adams, David Bardes, Chris Bryant, Dwight Caswell, Don Frank, Jim Leisy, David Lee Myers, R.L Potts, Jessamyn Grace West, Kathleen Thompson and Terry Thompson.

Exhibiting photographic work since June 2009, LightBox hosts exhibits that showcase work by artists from the region and from around the nation. Various photographic mediums are regularly presented, from the traditional silver gelatin process to historic alternative processes and digital imagery.

LightBox offers education in both digital and traditional photographic methods.

The North Coast Chorale presents 2013 WINTER CONCERT

A CEREMONY OF CAROLS The North Chorale’s Winter Concert celebrates the 100th birthday of composer Benjamin Britten with two performances of his “A Ceremony of Carols�

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 AT 7:00 P.M. SUNDAY,DECEMBER 22 AT 2:00 P.M. AT THE

CLATSOP COMMUNITY COLLEGE

PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 588 16TH STREET, ASTORIA

Admission is $10.

Children 12 & under free with an adult.

Tickets at the Chamber & at the door.

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Consort of All Sorts will perform a holiay concert at Library After Hours at the Astoria Public Library Friday, Dec. 13.

Consort of All Sorts to play Library After Hours offers holiday music ASTORIA — The Astoria Public Library and the Astor Library Friends Association present Library After Hours, a free series of musical performances, author visits and community conversations that take place at the library at 450 10th St. in Astoria after regular hours of operation.

The next Library After Hours event, a holiday music concert, will take place on at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. The concert is free

to the public, and children are welcome.

This festive event will feature Astoria’s own early music ensemble, the Consort of All Sorts, playing instrumental and vocal music from the 17th and 18th centuries with themes appropriate for the winter holiday season.

The centerpiece of the performance will be a suite of noels composed by Michel Richard de Lalande in 17th-century France

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“Hooded� by Jody Miller.

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“Reflection� by Mickey Anderson

Contact the gallery for information about becoming a member at 503-468-0238 or info@ lightbox-photographic.com.

LightBox offers photographic scanning, photo restorations, archival printing and framing.

The gallery is located at 1045 Marine Drive in Astoria. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. and originally performed in churches. Also on the program will be several instrumental versions of unusual carols from Poland and France and two traditional carols sung by baritone Drew Herzig and accompanied by the group. True to the group’s name, the Consort of All Sorts will combine these pieces with trio sonatas from the Baroque era

by Telemann and Johann Sebastian Bach.

The group will be joined for this concert by Ray Lund on harpsichord and Barbara Bate on piano. Other members of the group include Judy Woodward on cello, Hannelore Morgan on recorder, Charles Schweigert on EDURTXH ÀXWH 'RQQD &DUVRQ RQ bassoon, and Herzig on percussion and vocals.

The name for the group comes from the title of a book

by Canadian author and painter Emily Carr, who wrote a memoir of her life in Victoria, British Columbia, in the early years of the 20th century. The book, “The House of All Sorts,� chron-

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Members Exhibit 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 LightBox Photographic Gallery 1045 Marine Drive, Astoria 503-468-0238

icles the daily life at a rooming house she ran for “all sorts� of zany characters. In the realm of music, “consort� is a somewhat antiquated term for a group of similar or dissimilar instruments or voices; it is a name that allows for the addition of other instruments as they are needed. It also leaves open the possibility of exploring music from other periods in addition to the Baroque.

The Astoria Public Library is a department of the city of Astoria, providing tax-supported services to all residents living within the city boundaries.

Guided by the mission statement “explore ideas, engage minds, excite imagination,� the Astoria Public Library is an active and responsive part of the community.

For more information about Library After Hours and other library programs and services, contact library staff at 503-3257323 or comments@astorialibrary, or visit the Astoria Public Library at www.astorialibrary. org

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Deep in the forests of southern Sweden, the Robber Family lives in poverty and waylays unsuspecting travelers in order to survive. They dare not leave the forest, for Robber Father is sought by the local sheriff. Despite having to live in a cave beneath a mountain, the Robber Family possesses a great and wonderful secret.

This year, “The Legend of the Christmas Rose” by the Nobel Prize-winning author Selma Lagerlöf is brought to life by the Liberty Theater Players and dancers from the Astoria School of Ballet.

The sole production is at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14.

“As a child, in my stocking, I got a Christmas present of ‘The Legend of the Christmas Rose,’” said the play’s director, Sen Incavo. “I read it, and it has always been with me. I still have that little book. I was talking with Rosemary (Baker-Monaghan) about how the Liberty Theater needs to have an annual Christmas show.

“We’ve got ‘The Nutcracker’ at the high school; ‘Shanghaied’ has got their ‘Scrooged in Astoria’; the Flavel house has their Plum Pudding and Tea. The Liberty needed to have something that could run during the Christmas season. I wanted to do something that was different. I had this story, and I showed it to Rosemary, who said, ‘This would be wonderful!’ So I took the little book that I had, and I typed it out completely and adapted it to the stage using the words of the author as much as I could,” Incavo said.

“The Legend of the Christmas Rose” is part reader’s theater, part dance. As various voice actors read Icavo’s script, dancers from the Astoria School of Ballet make scenes from the story come alive,

Dancers from the Astoria Ballet Company perform as a snowstorm in “Legend of the Christmas Rose,” a play based on the tale by Swedish author Selma Lagerlof. Sen Incavo (above), a local dramatist, reads parts from the production he wrote and is directing, with dramatic flair.

The poor children of the Robber Family try to keep their mother from leaving the safety of the forest. Students of the Astoria School of Ballet perform the dancing parts.

playing everyone from the Robber Family to snowflakes.

“As Rosemary and I were sitting talking, and as I was working on the script for ‘The Legend of the Christmas Rose,’ Maggie (Wall) had come in, who is the director for the ballet school, and Rosemary looked at me, and I looked at her, and she said, ‘Are you thinking what I’m thinking?’ Then we added the dancers to ‘The Legend of the Christmas Rose,’” Incavo said.

This is the second year of the play, and Incavo says he wants to continue to improve it and make it an annual tradition that has a strong yearly following.

“We are adding to it each year. Eventually it will be a fully mounted production with sets, costumes and dancers – the whole works. We are going very slowly and testing things out to see what works the best,” Incavo said.

Part of the production was paid for by a grant from the Clatsop County Cultural Coalition. On Wednesday, Dec. 4, Incavo gave members of the coalition a preview of this year’s play. The ballet dancers

Dancers from the Astoria School of Ballet make scenes from the story come alive.

were a huge hit with the audience and will make the legend come alive for those lucky enough to see Incavo’s creation on Dec. 14.

Sen Incavo has a degree in theater arts and worked for seven years at the Portland Repertory Theater, where he won a Drammy Award for his set design.

It is his dream that Astoria continues to develop and grow as a vibrant arts community.

“I’ve been saying since I came here, ‘Why can’t Astoria be the Ashland of the north?’ We have a very sophisticated community, and the talent is here. If we could get them unified, wonderful things would happen.”

‘The Legend of the Christmas Rose’ 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 Liberty Theater 1203 Commercial St., Astoria Box office: 503-325-5922 www.liberty-theater.org Adult $10 Students, seniors, military $8 Tickets may also be purchased through TicketsWest at 503224-8499. Tickets are subject to a convenience charge. Ask for your tickets to be put in Will Call at the theater, and you can pick them up before the show and avoid the charge.

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ASTORIA — Downtown merchants and galleries will hold Astoria’s Second Saturday Art Walk from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Meet artists and mingle with friends while enjoying refreshments and new exhibits. Some locations are open earlier or later.

There’s something for everyone. Just walk around historic downtown Astoria, and look for the colorful pinwheels.

ART BUSINESSES

1. Imogen Gallery 240 11th St. Imogen presents “Wrap it Up,” the something for everyone show – just in time for the holidays. This multi-artist exhibition includes the work of Imogen favorites as well as invited guest artists.

View paintings, ceramics, jewelry, wood turnings and more from Nicholas Knapton, Diane Kingzett, Lauren Mantecon, Kim Hamblin, Jennifer Mercede, Amy Fields, Helga Winter, Katy LaReau, Marc Boone, Jill Mayberg, Dorothy Goode and others. Work included in this eclectic exhibition will be available to take home at the time of purchase.

2. Old Town Framing 1287 Commercial St. Enjoy 20 to 70 percent off at the “Just in the Nick of Time” sale at Old Town Framing. Find great stuff you need, including cards, photo and poster frames.

3. RiverSea Gallery 1160 Commercial St. RiverSea Gallery presents “Objects of Desire,” an invitational theme show with participation from local and West Coast artists working in a variety of 2D and 3D mediums. This artful bounty is a gathering of small works, each 10-inches by 10-inches or smaller, with prices set for easy gifting. DJ Nacho Bizness will entertain with a mix of vintage holiday tunes recalling the Rat Pack era.

Meet the artists, enjoy wine and small bites and join in the holiday festivities.

creating vibrant, contemporary beaded jewelry for more than 25 years. She will feature new work, including pendants made of semiprecious stones that are reminiscent of ancient stone and clay goddess figures. She also has created a beaded mask titled “Dagger Lady.” Musical duo Birds of a Feather (Shawna and Robert Boyd) will provide music, and there will be refreshments.

5. KALA 1017 Marine Drive KALA presents “Full Circle,” the art of printmaker Stirling Gorsuch. Inspired by the writings of Carl Jung and Joseph Campbell, Gorsuch interprets the 12 signs of the Zodiac. The show includes a wall mural and separate prints for sale. Combining the talents of local astrologer Anniken Moe and “Full Circle” images, KALA has produced a 2014 Zodiac Calendar for sale. Artist Sid Deluca introduces a new series of collage prints, “Venus & Lars,” a creative ode to sexy, planetary god and goddess of the 1950s.

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Nancy Karacand is a founding member, and featured artist this month, of Tempo Gallery. Her bead and jewelry work will be on display, including “Dragon Lady,” a beaded mask (left).

6. Astoria Artists’ Marketplace 229 14th St. Astoria Artists’ Marketplace, a new division of Astoria Visual Arts, is a collective of local artists building community through the arts. The new gallery will begin its first Second Saturday Art Walk event with the music of local favorites Shawna and Robert, who will play from 4 to 6 p.m. Featured artists include Yvonne Edwards, Laura Cherau, Sheryl Redburn, Heather Douglas, Joy Diamond, Isabelle Johnston-Haist, Thom Dickerson, Sally Anderson, Catherine Al-Meten and others. Artwork includes mixed-media, photography and paintings.

town – not boasting, it’s just a fact: The furnace is 2,100 degrees. For Downtown Astoria Sparkling Deals, enjoy a $5 discount to blow your own ornament and 10 percent off on beer mugs. Fernhill will be open for demos and sales from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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8. Forsythēa 260 10th St. Forsythēa is glowing with the spirit of the holidays. The shop is brimming with works by Miki’ala Souza, Patricia Fagerland, Stirling Gorsuch, Kirsten Horning and Sarah Lippold. Renee’ O’Connor and Sonja Korpela’s ceramics will satisfy your penchant for art and grace your table for a special gathering.

Wear or give handmade jewelry by Cynthia Jones, Jeannine Snyder and Connie Ford. Extended holiday hours are 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

9. Carine’s Studio 211 12th St. Come see Carine’s new line of up-cycled messenger bags and iPad sleeves.

There are new bracelets, necklaces and rings. With a $25 purchase, you receive a $3.50 drink at the Rusty Cup – and this month you’ll get a small stocking stuffer.

10. Pat’s Pantry 1133 Commercial St. Once again, Pat’s Pantry will feature the local photography of Anne Carpenter Fitzpatrick and artwork by local Pearl Hodges, all at 15 percent off. Enjoy treats from Kelly’s Jelly, a two-time winner in the Scovie Awards, the world’s largest spicy food competition. Try new Strawbanero Pepper Jelly with Brie cheese on baguettes.

7. Fernhill Glass 1450 Exchange St. Fernhill Glass is the hottest shop in

4. Tempo Gallery 1271 Commercial St. Tempo Gallery will feature local artist and gallery founding member Nancy Karacand with her show “Goddesses for Every Woman.” Karacand is a jewelry and fiber artist who has been Forsythēa, at 260 10th St., is full of art and handmade jewelry.

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SUPPORTING PARTICIPANTS

11. Holly McHone Jewelers 1150 Commercial St. Holly McHone Jewelers have Holly’s newest designs just finished for the holidays. Holly will also feature three new designer lines with work in gold, silver, diamonds and colored gemstones. Refreshments will be served. Wine tasting is by The Cellar on 10th.

12. CARGO 240 11th St. Cargo will have a large altar with an homage to artist Frida Kahlo. Everyone is invited to place an offering.

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“Tete De Citrouille,” an oil painting by Jill McVarish, who is showing at RiverSea Gallery.

13. La Luna Loca 382 12th St. Welcome La Luna Loca to its second location in the Liberty Theater building.

La Luna Loca features global treasures to adorn body and home. Handmade leather bags will be featured this month, made by Mexican artisan Miguel Rios.

14. Astoria Hemp Works 1062 Marine Drive Astoria Hemp Works presents the artwork by select local and regional artists, photographers, jewelers, and metal and glass workers. Enjoy homemade hemp coconut chocolate brownies, and listen to live music.

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“Homage to the Graffiti I Didn’t See in Manhattan, No. 71,” an egg tempera and sumi ink on panel piece by Dorothy Goode, who is showing at Imogen Gallery.

15. Foxgloves 1124 Commercial St. View a wonderful collection of artisan-created gifts; all will make a special holiday present.

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16. Astoria Coffeehouse & Bistro 243 11th St.

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‘WHITE CHRISTMAS’ Raise the curtain, dim the lights – there’s snow in Cannon Beach

I On “The Ed Sullivan Show,” from left, Khris Frank, Darren Hull, Richard Bowman and Ellen Jensen.

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n September, rehearsals for the Coaster Theatre’s annual holiday musical got underway. This year’s choice, Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas,” gathered cast and crew together, and that’s when the buzz of the white stuff’s arrival started to spread. The flakes were predicted from mid-November through December. They arrived right on cue, and the stage was set.

A lively cast of 16, under the direction of the theater’s executive director, Patrick Lathrop, presents a musical romp full of fun and

frolic wrapped around wistful memories and hopes for futures that are merry and bright.

The cast sings, dances, sways and croons.

There’s love, laughter, dilemmas to untangle and a few misunderstandings to resolve along the way.

The Coaster opens its doors at 7 p.m. and voila, “Tis the season.” Garlands, twinkling lights and young carolers – bundled up in winter wear – welcome theater goers. Several talented kids rotate through, caroling. They are part of the Coaster Theatre’s Kids’ Camp offered by Lathrop. Under the direction of

vocal coach Doreen Dunlap and backed by the Coaster’s jack-of-all-trades Cindy Karr on the keyboard, the young carolers have memorized an amazing number of songs that create a home for the holiday mood right from the get-go. The mood continues throughout the evening.

It’s not often that a play is created based on a movie, but “White Christmas” is one of them. A 1954 movie, it first appeared on a stage in 2004, going on to Broadway in 2008. The movie version features big name stars of the day: Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye,

Rosemary Clooney (yes, George’s aunt) and Vera-Ellen sing and dance their way through a post-World War II love story. It’s a bigscreen blockbuster with scenes set on European battlefields and stateside in New York, Florida and Vermont. Action takes place on trains, in hotels and offices, television studios, lodges, nightclubs and more.

So “How do you turn such a complicated movie into a stage play? ... How does anybody replace Bing Crosby?”

Well, “‘White Christmas’ is not only a sturdy, if not better, version of Irving Berlin’s emotional story than the film, but it embraces the season with a plot full of syrupy love affairs, deep friendships, and heartwarming music,” wrote Bruce Chadwick, Rutgers University history and film lecturer and former editor of the New York Daily News, after watching the play at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, N.J. “‘White Christmas’ (the play) featured a ridiculous plot, did not have Bing and was loaded with sleighs full of schmaltz. In other words, it was just wonderful.”

“Anyone who has seen the movie knows that it had a cast measuring in the hundreds,” said director Lathrop. “Obviously, since our players come from our community, staging anything at that level would be impossible. So with some artistic magic, we will stay true to the story drawing from the amazing talent pool we have right here in Cannon Beach.”

In a nutshell: The play centers around two GIs: Bob Wallace, (Coaster veteran Richard Bowman), and Phil Davis, (another Coaster veteran, Darren Hull). The two GIs love their World War II commander, Gen. Waverly, (fittingly played by a real veteran of both the stage and the military, Dick Frank). The play opens somewhere in Europe. The war has ended and the general and his men are homeward bound.

Fast-forward 10 years. The GI buddies have become big stars as a team of song-anddance men. The Haines sisters, starlet wannabes Betty (Sue Meyers) and Judy (Coaster

The full company watches innkeeper Martha Watson (Ann Bronson), center, perform on stage at the Columbia Inn in “White Christmas.”

‘White Christmas’ 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 and 28 7:30 p.m. (Talkback) Thursday, Dec. 19 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, 15 and 29 Doors open half an hour before showtime Coaster Theatre 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach 503-436-1242 www.coastertheatre.com From left: Dick Frank, a veteran of both the stage and the miliary, plays Gen. Waverly; Amanda Payne plays Susie, the general’s granddaughter; and Ann Bronson plays innkeeper Martha Watson in the Coaster Theatre’s “White Christmas.”

newcomer Bree Bish Heavenrisch), wrangle a meeting with “the boys.”

The foursome soon agree to combine talents, taking their act to an inn in Vermont, where they quickly discover that it’s owned by – guess who? – none other than the much beloved Gen. Waverly. Waverly is in a world of dire financial straits, but (surprise, surprise) he doesn’t know it. Innkeeper Martha Watson (a show-stopping Ann Bronson) does. And quickly, so does the general’s loving but sneaky granddaughter, Susie (Amanda Payne).

No surprise: The two boys love the two girls; the girls sometimes love the boys. And Gen. Waverly needs to pay his bills. But how? Chaos ensues. Chaos subsides. Add to the mix showgirls, an Ed Sullivan lookalike, a harried stage manager, a frustrated seamstress and (yep) a slow-moving yokel. Wrap it all around familiar songs, lots of dancing, lots of set changes, lots of costumes (how do they get those clothes off and on so fast?) and a whole bunch of action. The production can’t help but put everyone, viewers and actors alike, in a happy holiday mood.

The production can’t help but put everyone, viewers and actors alike, in a happy holiday mood.

The full cast of “White Christmas,” from left, John Grosshuesch, Nancy McCarthy, Ann Bronson, Dick Frank, Amanda Payne, Khris Frank, Bree Heavenrich, Darren Hull, Richard Bowman, Sue Meyers, Ellen Jensen, Slab Slabinski, Ellen Blankenship, David Sweeney and Abbie Bauer.

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Tickets cost $18 to $23 Back row from left, Ellen Blankenship, Khris Frank, Richard Bowman and Ellen Jensen; front row from left, Amanda Payne, Ann Bronson and Dick Frank.

The box office is open from 1 to 5 p.m.

Wednesday to Saturday and from 1 p.m. until curtain on performance days

Talk about community coming together. Karr – when not in the box office, on the key Behind the scenes, an equally important crew board or setting up a prop – is making sure is just as active as those on stage. Musical there are tasty cookies available for intermisdirector Rhonda Ringering tickles the ivories sion. throughout the production. She has to have It takes a dedicated group combining the strongest fingers in Cannon Beach, if not many talents for this nonprofit to offer the Oregon. “I have small hands that don’t look quality it has for so many years. as strong as they are,” said Ringering. Trust “Coaster Theatre gives us all the opporher, they are! tunity to release our inner actor. Between There’s vocal coach Doreen working and rest of ordinary life, Dunlap and choreographer it is great fun to play ‘let’s preLisa Fergus. Fergus actutend,’ and Coaster Theatre ally got leads Hull and Playhouse is the best place Bowman tap dancing, to act up and act out,” a first for both of said local resident and According to the 2009 Guinness Book of them. Jeanine FairCannon Beach Books child designs a mulowner Valerie Ryan.

World Records, Irving Berlin’s music and lyrics titude of wonderful “We love seeing colof the song “White Christmas,” written in the costumes reminis- early 1940s, is the most popular Christmas song leagues and friends cent of the Lawon stage and then see ever recorded, selling more than 100 million rence Welk era. them at the grocery copies. “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” Dmitri Swain is store or in all the oththe set designer/painter mundane places far is a strong contender, but “White er and has curtains up, from the stage.”

Christmas” wins by a nose. down, over and out and May your season be furniture on and off stage merry and bright and inwithin seconds for the many clude an opportunity to see the set changes. Lighting designer Coaster Theatre’s enchanting proMick Alderman illuminates the whole efduction of Irving Berlin’s “White Christfect. Individual performances are “spotted” mas.” And don’t forget to pick up a cup of by additional trained volunteers. And Cindy hot cider on your way out.

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ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS: There are a few salads on the menu, as well two meatless pastas, a fettucine alfredo and pasta primavera.

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Join us for both savory & sweet delights and bottomless cups of tea Pianist Jennifer Goodenberger will provide authentic period music & the Inn will be decked out in all its Christmas finery!

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Celebrate the holidays

Hear a yuletide tapestry of holiday music

Appelo Archives Center hosts bazaar, Santa and Saint Lucia celebration

North Coast Symphonic Band offers concert with guests

NASELLE, Wash. — The Appelo Archives Center is hosting a holiday extravaganza Saturday, Dec. 14.

Come to a Holiday Bazaar for a bit of holiday shopping with gifts from local vendors from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Table spots reserve for $5 each; if you are an interested vendor, call 360-484-7103 for more information.

Photos with Santa will take place from 2 to 3 p.m. Bring the kids, the pets and the whole family for a visit with the big man.

As Santa heads back to the North Pole, join in welcoming Saint Lucia. From 3 to 4 p.m. help celebrate the Scandinavian tradition of Saint Lucia’s Day. Expect a procession, entertainment and refreshments.

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The Appelo Archives Center hosts Santa and Saint Lucia Saturday, Dec. 14.

ASTORIA — Open your hearts to the joy of the holiday season and enjoy live secular and sacred traditional Christmas music with the North Coast Symphonic Band at 7 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Liberty Theater in downtown Astoria. Like a tapestry in visual art, NCSB conductor and musical director Dave Becker weaves an intricate combination of familiar holiday tunes with performances from musicians in the band, guests from the North Coast Chorale, and audience participation to create a varied and magical program for the evening.

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We are very happy that the NCSB has invited us to join them again this year for the concert. It is a pleasure, an honor, and a joy to sing with the band. (I have heard the band sing, and they are very good vocalists too!)�

Becker is particularly excited about combining forces with the NCC to perform the great old favorite “’Twas the Night Before Christmas� in the classic setting by Harry Simone, arranged for the NCSB by Dave Robertson of Rockaway Beach.

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Guests will be treated to cookies and hot chocolate, and a special visit from Old St. Nick.

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Free to CCHS members, others are: $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $2.00 for children ages 6-17, family rate $15.00

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and NCSB vocalist Bob Walters will lead audience participation to create a musical thrill on the big numbers.

All are invited to this special concert. Children are welcome, and there will be a special gentleman in a red suit to greet them with candy canes after the concert.

The North Coast Chorale will preview numbers from its upcoming holiday concerts during the preshow, starting at 6:30 p.m. String of Pearls will also be part of the preshow entertainment, which will help to set the atmosphere for an evening of enjoyment.

The NCSB appears at the Liberty thanks to donations from its patrons. Donor generosity enables affordable ticket prices. Regular admission is $10, and student tickets are $8. There is no charge for children age 12 and under, but they must have a ticket for entry and be accompanied by an DGXOW 7KH /LEHUW\ %R[ 2IÂżFH is open from 2 to 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday through Saturday and two hours before the show.

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The NCSB is currently looking for percussionists, clarinetists and trumpet players. Interested musicians should play at the advanced high school level, own their own instrument, and contact NCSB Personnel Director Lee Stromquist at 503-861-1328 or by email at encore1@charter.net For more information about the concert or the North Coast Symphonic Band, check Facebook, visit www.northcoastsymphonicband.org, email ncsband@charter.net or call 503-325-2431.

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AAA Oregon/Idaho seeks full-time Sales Consultant--North America Travel for our Astoria-Warrenton Service Center to assist members with all aspects of domestic travel. Job functions include: Accurately planning and coordinating travel arrangements, selling tour packages, route-planning and outbound calling to build and maintain customer relationships.

Candidates must possess strong listening, organizational, verbal communication, computer and customer service skills. Candidates must also possess a proactive sales approach, including offering enhancements, creating leads and effectively closing sales. Prior travel sales experience is preferred but not required. AAA Oregon/Idaho offers an opportunity for personal and professional growth. We also offer a Spanish/English bilingual salary supplement.

Please feel free to email your resume to:recruiter@aaaoregon.com AAA Oregon/Idaho is proud to promote and maintain a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen required. EOE. Please, no calls.

Billing SPECIALIST: Billing Specialist needed for a business office located on the pristine North Oregon Coast. Full time position available. Good typing and computer skills required, basic medical terminology helpful.

Excellent benefit package.

Pick up an application in person or send resume, cover letter and references to: Medix Ambulance Service, Inc. 2325 SE Dolphin Ave., Warrenton, OR 97146 EOE Current opening for experienced •LUBE MECHANIC WITH CDL Willing to train the right candidate with CDL. This is a full time employment position open NOW!!!

Medical/Dental benefits and 401K available after probationary period.

To complete an application please apply Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 4:00pm., or mail/fax your resume to Jerry deBriae Logging Co., INC P.O. Box 12 45 Elochoman Valley Road Cathlamet, WA 98612 Ph# (360)795-3309 Fax# (360)795-3847 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

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Farmers Insurance is opening new insurance agencies in Oregon Northern Coastal cities. Motivated, reliable, enthusiastic and disciplined individuals are being sought to hire and train as agents and agency managers.

Responsibilities would include the sales of property and casualty insurance for auto, home, and business, as well as life insurance, retirement and investment products, from a leading national insurer, Farmers Insurance Group.

The compensation package will include guaranteed minimum revenue of $36K & $48K for your first and second year. $100K your 3rd year is very attainable, and a minimum of $60K in that 3rd year is guaranteed. Basic requirements: US citizen or permanent visa, Valid Oregon driver license, Business minded and motivated, No criminal convictions No accounts in collections exceeding $1000. If you are interested in discussing this as a career opportunity, please email your resume to: Deanna Abelsen Career Recruiter Deanna.Farmers24@gmail.com Friendly, outgoing and motivated person wanted to sell at busy Kia dealership. No experience necessary. Must be able to pass drug test. Benefit package available.

No phone calls please, apply in person at 801 SE Marlin, Warrenton.

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Log Truck Driver. Must have clean driving record and experience.

Medical, vacation, paid holidays, hourly pay. (503)741-0170 or (503)741-0034

Boutique in Cannon Beach Is seeking experienced sales associates. Must be energetic, fashionable, friendly, and creative, computer skills necessary.

Part/full time, flexible positions.

Please email cover letter and resumes to denas@mail.com or fax to (503)436-1281.

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Ready to join a dynamic & growing organization?

AAA Oregon/Idaho seeks an energetic, self-motivated and experienced full-time Insurance Sales Professional to join our North Coast Service Center team, located in Warrenton, Oregon.

If you are P&C licensed and have had success in sales, apply those skills in a career at AAA Oregon/Idaho. This base plus incentive compensation plan offers you the opportunity to earn what you deserve. We also offer medical/dental, 401(k), continuing education and more. We also offer a Spanish/English bilingual salary supplement. Comprehensive training program available.

Qualified candidates may apply on-line at www.oregon.aaa.com/ careers.aspx; fax resumes to: (503) 222-6379; or email resumes to recruiter@aaaoregon.com We are proud to be a drug-free workplace with pre-employment drug screening. Criminal background check. EOE. Please, no calls.

The Cannon Beach Gazette and Seaside Signal are seeking a skilled office coordinator to oversee general office operations in the Seaside office. You'll provide outstanding customer service to our phone and walk-in customers and provide clerical support to team members, including preparing calendar listings for publication. The ideal candidate will have exceptional attention to detail and strong computer skills. If you enjoy detailed work, like learning new things and have the desire to multitask to keep on top of a busy work schedule, then we want to talk to you. Benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), insurances and a 401(k)/Roth 401(k) retirement plan. Send resume and letter of interest to EO Media Group., PO Box 2048, Salem, OR 97308-2048, by fax to 503-371-2935 or e-mail hr@eomediagroup.com CLASSIFIED ADS are used by people when they are searching for products or services. For fast results, use a Classified ad to attract people who are ready to buy your product.

Seeking applications for a Local Office looking for Full time Accounting Assistant Must have: Excel, Word, 10 key & data entry experience; Be detail oriented, organized, reliable, and able to meet strict deadlines.

Submit Cover letter and resume to Box 208, c/o Daily Astorian, P.O. Box 210, Astoria, OR 97103

If You Live In Seaside or Cannon Beach

•MOBILITY ASSISTANT• Sunset Empire Transportation District is looking for an energetic, self-motivatedindividual.

Candidates must have strong customer service and computer skills. Duties include providing bus system and service information to the public, and assisting individuals with mobility.

Pre-employment drug test and valid drivers license is required. *Tuesday- Friday 9:45 AM–6:15PM *Saturday 7:30 AM–6:30 PM *$10.00 *FT Temp. w/possibility of Reg. FT & benefits

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To apply go to our website www.ridethebus.org or pick up an application at the Astoria Transit Center; 900 Marine Drive.

Deadline: December 18th, 2013.

The Daily Astorian is seeking a lead office assistant. This position will support management by processing reports, organizing workload, backing up co-worker's clerical and circulation duties and overseeing the front office when the manager is away. Successful candidates will have database, problem-solving and computer skills. Must be very accurate and detail oriented plus have excellent customer service and communication skills. Driving and criminal background checks will be completed pre-hire. Benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), insurance and a 401(k)/Roth 401(k) retirement plan. Send resume and letter of interest to EO Media Group., PO Box 2048, Salem, OR 97308-2048, by fax to 503-371-2935 or e-mail hr@eomediagroup.com.

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Driver needed to deliver Daily Astorian publications.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, have a valid driver's license and a good driving record. Part time, 20-25 hours per week. Shifts will vary. Weekends off. Drug test, driving record and criminal background checks will be completed before hire. Benefits include retirement plan and paid leave.

Request an application at 949 Exchange St, Astoria, Ore., or send resume and letter of interest to East Oregonian Publishing Co., PO Box 2048, Salem, OR 97308-2048, by fax to 503-371-2935 or e-mail hr@eopubco.com.

CHILDRENʼS outgrown clothing, toys and furniture sell quickly with a classified ad.

Want to be a vital part of life in South Pacific County?

This is your chance to join the Chinook Observer in a role that encompasses community news, high school sports and front-office operations.

This full-time position requires: • Confident writing skills • Enthusiasm about covering diverse topics, day and night • A positive and professional attitude to succeed in customer-service tasks relating to classified advertising, circulation/subscriptions and other business functions • Comfort about learning how to operate newspaper-related software • Existing knowledge of Pacific County people and institutions would be a plus.

Benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), insurances and a 401(k)/Roth 401(k) retirement plan.

Send clips, resume and letter of interest to EO Media Group.

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80 Work Wanted Haul Away If it needs to go, call me!

Moving/Attics/Basements/Odd Jobs.

Senior Citizen & Veteran Discount.

John (503)470-9180

150 Homes for Sale Coast Rehabilitation Services is looking for compassionate and enthusiastic employees to work along side people with developmental disabilities.

Duties consist of relationship and skill building, support for daily living activities (which may include assistance with feeding, hygiene, and toileting), community participation, and advocacy.

Coast Rehabilitation Services is currently seeking a variety of positions, shifts, and wages:

Price reduced.

Near Clatskanie, 2000 sf house with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, bonus rooms, 1.96 acres, 2c garage, big shop, in-ground indoor heated pool. $269,900. 503-728-3192 or e-mail, elarciel@wildblue.net

210 Apartments, Unfurnished

•Direct Support Professional Competitive wages and benefit package offered.

On the job training; previous experience helpful; clean driving record, criminal background check, high school graduate.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please call 503-861-3372.

210 Apartments, Unfurnished

215 Apartments, Furnished

295 Building Materials

435 Sporting Goods/Hunting

Astoria, 222 Alameda. 1 bedroom, $500-$550+ deposit. Hot water included. No pets, no smoking. References. (503)680-4210

South Jetty Inn Weekly rates starts at $199, mini-fridge, microwave and Wifi included. Bi-weekly made service.

(503)861-2500

Sand $2 a yard in pit. Dark sand $4.

Located in Warrenton.

Delivery available.

(503)338-0485 or (503)440-2242

Rickreall Gun Show December 14th 8am-5pm December 15th 9am-4pm Polk County Fairgrounds, 520 South Pacifice Hwy West.

Rickreall Oregon

230 Houses, Unfurnished

Buying Gold, Silver, Estate Jewelry, Coins, Diamonds and Old Watches.

Downtown Astoria-332 12th St. Jonathonʼs, LTD Wednesday-Sunday (503)325-7600

Astoria:160 Columbia. 2 bedroom apartment, newly renovated, river view. $750, plus deposits. All utilities included. No pets/no smoking.

(503)680-4210

Newly remodeled 1&2 bedroom homes by the bay. Call Today to reserve your new home at Bayshore!

(503)325-1749

Located near Fort Stevens Park Beach/Schools/Shopping-No pets.

Riverview 3 bedroom, large living area, beautiful wood laminate flooring, built-inʼs and butler”s pantry. 3rd bedroom small, 316 Bond St. Astoria $795.

(503)440-6577

Columbia Pointe Apartments 500 Pacific Drive, Hammond (503)791-3703 www.yournextrental.com

View our listings at www.beachproperty1.com Beach Property Management 503-738-9068

2 bedroom units available NOW, from $700.

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300 Jewelry

4Bedroom/2.5 Bath newer home in Seaside. Near school & hospital.

Spacious with fireplace, living & family room, yard, deck, basement bonus room. $1700/month.

3Bedroom/2Bath Cannon Beach home. Quiet cul-de-sac with covered patio, yard, and additional office/studio space. 1250/mo 1Bedroom/1Bath adorable cottage just 1 block to beach. $675/month Beach Property Management Inc. www.beachproperty1.com (503)738-9068 Knappa: Private 3 bedroom, 2 bath.

Furnace and wood stove, deck, w/d, on acreage. No smoking/pets. $1000+deposits. (503)338-8166 Luxurious House, newer 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, Garage, Background check, No smoking/pets. $1395.

(971)409-8821. Seaside

250 Home Share, Rooms & Roommates Home share:1 bedroom $600 First & last month, $100 cleaning deposit.

No pets/smoking.

(503)338-0703

405 Christmas Trees Come roam the fields at NobleRidge Farm and pick out your perfect Christmas tree! Warm up with complimentary hot chocolate or cider, and visit the gift shop for a unique ornament.

Open Nov 22nd - Dec 23rd, Friday to Monday, 8am-4pm. Other days by appointment. 89426 Green Mountain Road, Astoria. From roundabout head out 202 to Olney and follow the signs, or stop in the Store for directions. Questions?

Call 503-325-9720.

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406 Holiday Bazaars Christmas Bazaar 10 vendors 12/13/2013 6:30 to 9:30 pm Serendipity Cafe

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Enjoy two holiday concerts Learn history of US Coast Guard in Astoria Cannon Beach Chorus to perform ASTORIA and CANNON BEACH — The Cannon Beach Chorus is pleased to announce two holiday concerts for 2013.

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ASTORIA — Clatsop Community College announces an opportunity for all students and community members to experience an 11-day tour of Rome, Florence and Paris in June 2014 with group leader and CCC Art Instructor Kristin Shauck in conjunction with EF College Tours.

Scheduled for June 16 to 26, this tour will place travelers in front of the most inÀuential and inspiring art produced in the Western world.

The cost of the trip includes: round-trip Àight a full-time tour director all land transportation, hotels and night-train accommoda-

tions light breakfast daily three local dinners or four with extension sightseeing tours entrances to sites such as the Colosseum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Notre Dame, the Louvre, the Musée D’Orsay and more. For the complete itinerary and cost information, visit http://tinyurl.com/tourart To prepare for this experience, Shauck will teach a HUM 101 course, “The Art of Rome, Florence and Paris,” in spring term 2014.

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The tour group will see many important works of art.

prior to the tour.

There is no requirement to enroll in the class in order sign up for the trip, and there is no requirement to sign up for the trip in order to enroll in the class.

Direct inquiries to Shauck at 503-338-2472 or kshauck@clatsopcc.edu

Time to create holiday crafts Astoria Public Library hosts workshops

ASTORIA — It’s not too late to make handcrafted holiday gifts that will delight your friends and family. The Astoria Public Library is offering two free holiday craft programs.

Make personalized pencil cans and festive holiday cards from recycled materials at the third annual Pencil Cans & Holiday Cards Workshop, 1:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14.

You can also create original and useful gifts from designer duct tape at the Duct Tape Crafts Party, 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21.

Materials will be provided by the Astor Library Friends Association, though participants are encouraged to bring items such as photos and magazine clippings to make creations more personal. Both workshops are free and open to all ages.

Children age 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

The Astoria Public Library is located at 450 10th St. For more information, contact library staff at 503-325-7323 or comments@ astorialibrary, or visit the Astoria Public Library at www.astorialibrary.org

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One randomly drawn entry will win a gift card.

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Five Minutes With ...

2013 ANNUAL COAST WEEKEND

PHOTO contest

CHRIS BRYANT

With a father in the U.S. Army, this local artist was born on a military base in Indiana and raised in Japan, Germany, France, Italy and the U.S. She now lives in the Alderbrook neighborhood of Astoria with her own gallery.

Submit photos online at:

www.coastweekend.com/photocontest

Official Rules: Who can enter?

• Photographers of all ages; must be residents of Oregon or Washington state. Limit five entries per person.

What photographs are eligible?

• All subjects are welcome.

• Print entries: Prints may be color or black-and-white, unframed, no larger than 8”x10”. Each entry must have the completed entry form (photocopies are OK) attached to the back of the photo. Photos will be available to pick up after Friday, Jan. 3, 2014.

• Digital entries: Digital photographs may be color or black-and-white and must be JPEGs, maximum of 5MB, 300 dpi resolution and at least 5”x7” in image size. Submit photos online at www.coastweekend.com/photocontest

Submission deadline: • Entries will be accepted Nov. 20 through Dec. 15, 2013

Who or what inspires you – in art and in life?

Our beautiful Northwestern vistas inspire me, as do foreign scenes like the Venetian canals, Greek towns and the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia. Sometimes listening to music will inspire a painting. Dreams also inspire my art. Experimentation with media is the key to keeping my images fresh.

What art mediums do you work in and where do you show your art?

My art mediums are photography, clay, mosaic, collage, mixed-media, video, and oil and pastel painting. For me, variety is the spice of life.

I show at RiverSea Gallery,

• Top 10 photographs will be published in Coast Weekend Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014.

• Gift certificates will be awarded for first-, second- and third-place winners, plus a People's Choice winner voted for online.

Other contest rules: • All photographs entered may be used in future publications by the EO Media Group • Each entry must include the entrant's name, home address, age, a description of the photograph and daytime phone number.

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Submit online at www.coastweekend.com/photocontest or bring print entries along with completed entry forms to 949 Exchange St. in Astoria, or mail them to The Daily Astorian, Coast Weekend Photo Contest P.O. Box 210, Astoria, OR 97103

Artist Chris Bryant works on an art piece in her gallery in Astoria’s Alderbrook neighborhood.

to my life. After completing my graduate studies at Columbia University, I started my own business out of my New York City apartment. My first clients were the American Lung Association, ABC Television and “Sesame Street,” which encouraged my animation techniques with clay, food, gravel, live worms, oil paint and objects.

What is something you like about living on the North Coast?

I am enchanted with Astoria as a place to live and work. In addition to the North Coast’s natural beauty, I like the fresh air, nature trails, art and music events, and lack of crowds and traffic.

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Trail’s End Art Association, my gallery and working studio, Chris Bryant’s Paradise Productions, and on my website, www.chrisbryant.net What sparked your interest in art and how did you become an artist?

At 7 years old, I received a paint-by-number set. Although it was fun, there was a strong desire to paint my own scene.

My interest in photography was sparked when I began working as a newspaper photographer at age 14. My first assignments included photographing Sen. Robert Kennedy and capturing images of paper mills by hanging out of airplanes. What an adrenaline rush! Every day for four years of high school was exciting, capturing the events in Escanaba, Mich., a town of 17,000.

In college, filmmaking and animation began bringing joy

Keep warm with the Brownsmead Flats ASTORIA — Local band the Brownsmead Flats makes its “home-brewed acoustic music with a 1orthwest ÀaYor´ with much more ÀaYor than most beer.

The band will return to the Fort George Brewery to play its blend of maritime crabgrass music for the ¿rst time since the public house’s recent expansion. One of the band’s

What does it take to run your own gallery?

It takes courage, marketing and space. This 1897 former saloon and grocery store in Alderbrook makes a perfect setting for my gallery with high ceilings and large windows facing north. This provides beautiful lighting for creating and displaying art.

The extension of the Astoria Riverwalk to eastern Astoria now brings more visitors.

What’s a good book you’re read recently?

A good book that I’ve read recently is “The Natural Way to Draw” by Kimon Nicolaides.

My favorite books are about art, photography and future travel destinations.

newest tunes is “The Vortex (A Tale of Two Forts .´ Stay warm around the wood ¿re on the new second leYel with the Brownsmead Flats at 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15.

The Fort George Brewery is located at 1483 Duane St. There is no coYer, and all ages are welcome.

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Wishing You & Yours A Merry Christmas The caregivers at Columbia Memorial Hospital (CMH) would like to wish our community Happy Holidays. From all of us at CMH, we would like to thank you for your support and trust in allowing us to be your healthcare provider. This Holiday Season and throughout the coming year, may you all be surrounded with peace, joy, good health and love.

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