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Learn about community immunization

Visiting artist to teach drawing workshop

Ales & Ideas explores the global campaign to end polio

CCC hosts Grace Benedict for design, figure drawing class

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Laurie Choate is the CCC director of nursing, allied health and education.

ASTORIA — Clatsop Community College and the Fort George Brewery announce the fourth program of the 2013-14 Ales & Ideas free education series at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27 in the Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St. The global eradication of polio is nearly complete following a worldwide vaccination campaign to immunize every child. Learn what it takes

ASTORIA — Grace Benedict, originally from Canada, and now residing on the Gulf Coast, will visit Clatsop Community College for a workshop “Design and Figure Drawingâ€? 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, March 7 at the Clatsop Community College Art Center Drawing and Painting Studio, Room 112, 1799 Lexington Ave. In addition to this workshop, RiverSea Gallery will exhibit recent drawings based RQ WKH ÂżJXUH WKDW VKRZFDVH Benedict’s color and design sensibility. A gallery reception will be Saturday, March 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. “Design and the Figure Drawingâ€? will emphasize design principles which can be applied to understanding the underlying energy, structure and vision of any composition. Initial drawing exercises with

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the live model will lead into a sustained drawing which will explore and build a conception of space: observing, measuring and processing, making visual connections and generating a personal vision. Increasing creative awareness, which includes planning, is a key component to

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to eradicate a disease from the entire globe through the combined efforts of public and private enterprises. The polio campaign demonstrates well what can be achieved with active vaccination efforts and provides lessons for local community immunization efforts. Learn what happens when vaccination rates fall and children are not protected against vaccine preventable diseases. Join Laurie Choate for an engaging evening of inquiry. Choate is is a registered nurse and the director of nursing, allied health and education at Clatsop Community College. She has taught in and administered the CCC nursing and allied health programs on a fulltime basis since 1995. Doors open at 6 p.m. Seasonal beers on tap, food and other beverages are available for purchase. Minors are welcome.

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Design and Figure Drawing workshop 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, March 7 Clatsop Community College Art Center Drawing and Painting Studio, Room 112 1799 Lexington Ave., Astoria 503-338-2472

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COASTAL LIFE

The joyous sound of Tom Trudell Local jazz piano player is talented and hardworking

THE ARTS

‘The Adventures of Beatrix Potter’ ASOC’s Winter Children’s Theatre tells classic stories

FEATURE

The value of figure drawing CCC’s eighth annual art show ‘Au Naturel’ has returned

DINING

Mouth of the Columbia The Berry Patch serves up a classic American breakfast

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on the cover “Ashlee on Green Cushion� an acrylic painting on canvas, by Evan Degenfelder, of Lebanon, was a piece in Clatsop Community College’s 2014 juried international art show “Au Naturel: The Nude in the 21st Century.� “What I enjoy most about figural work, is the lyrical, expressive feeling of it, the line, the shapes created, the negative space,� Degenfelder said. “Somehow, it seems to have almost a musical quality that pleases my soul.� Submitted photo

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GUEST COLUMN

The stars come to Astoria and shine As I sat in the front

row watching Judy Collins and then Don McLean entertain a sold-out Liberty Theater Saturday, I felt like pinching myself.

We really are a top-notch cultural place on the map. Sure, for the really, really big glittery stage productions featuring Elton John, Billy Joel and Cher, you have to go to Portland. But thanks to the efforts of local impressarios, some pretty awesome names do also come here. This space isn’t big enough for my review of the show, but if you are interestHG \RX FDQ ¿QG LW DW ZZZ dailyastorian.com Saturday’s outstanding entertainment didn’t happen by accident. Liberty Executive Director Rosemary Baker-Monaghan and her hardworking board have been planning it – as part of a series – for some time. And let’s have a word for the sponsors. My ticket was $60. I suspect that if the %DQN RI WKH 3DFL¿F &DQQHU\ Pier Hotel and Spa, Columbia River Coffee Roasters, Fulio’s Restaurant and The Shea Family Foundation hadn’t stepped up, it would have been twice that or more. Collins is 74; McLean is 68. I was just a little young for their beginnings, but I

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Singer-songwriter Don McLean made his first appearance in Astoria, playing to a sold-out crowd at the Liberty Theater Saturday.

was a late teen for their heydays. Both can still turn on the charm, play guitar brilliantly

and sing 75-minute sets without appearing taxed. (Collins was a piano prodigy, so it was pleasing that she performed one song on the Liberty’s Steinway). And they have survived. Judy Collins’ autobiography, “Sweet Judy Blue Eyes,� describes her struggles in wrenching detail. It is a tough read. Don McLean had a poignant moment during the show when he expressed relief that he had survived when so many musical talents from the 1960s and 1970s had died well before their time. “I’m just glad I have lived long enough for my songs to become meaningful to people, and to know my children growing up,� he said. It was what I call an “ouch� moment.

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Tom Trudell plays jazz piano without sheet music.

Story by DAVID CAMPICHE CLOSE TO HOME

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He meanders into the country inn, casually, calmly, consciously. He is the master of his universe. His universe: music, teaching kids – and that includes his own, his precocious 11-year son, Tristan. Every Friday night he brings pleasure into these old walls. On Saturday he is a regular at the Bridgewater Bistro, there, in Astoria, the river city. In either venue the piano waits; waits like an old friend. On either night, he transforms a wood box with strings into an instrument of sheer beauty, an outreach program for those hungry for the love of music. Rumor has it that Tom Trudell was a prodigy. It is whispered that he rebelled against the pressure of the spot light. Trudell doesn’t say much on the subject. He just reiterates that music should remain fun. That simple fact – that such fun – revitalizes the history teacher from Ilwaco High School and is as obvious as his level of talent, which appears to most of us to be in the clouds. Trudell is relatively tall at 6 feet and 3 inches, with a handsome lopsided smile DQG ORQJ VPRRWK ¿Qgers. His demeanor is that of a gentle man. He is articulate. The kids – his students – respect the lanky teacher. They claim that he doesn’t seem to raise his voice often; he doesn’t have to. In that lies respect. He doesn’t pad grades either. Students earn them, just as he has earned his talent with hard work. No matter how bright – no matter how talented, everyone who plays piano well puts in the time. No, that’s not a direct Trudell

quote. That’s paraphrasing Michelangelo, who once said, “If you know how much work went into it, you wouldn’t call it genius.â€? The same Michelangelo who began carving the Pieta at age 18. Tom agrees with the Renaissance value system. Understand, when it comes to musical technique, this writer is nearly as dumb as a JROGÂżVK 1R LOO LQWHQW KHUH ,QGHHG , DP WRQH deaf. I hear mostly high sounds, and that is on a quiet day. But when Trudell plays, I listen; listen as intently as possible, even if I’m serving tables and should be paying full attention to the diners. But when the man ambles in, without notes or sheet music, and, for the next three hours plays an extraordinary repertoire, then, there, such talent gets my full attention. That’s where my intrigue with brain-drivenhands begins. When Trudell talks about keys, mood and intervals, I’m fairly lost. Playing one of his own jazz pieces the other night, I watched KLV KDQGV DQG ÂżQJHUV drop to the left side of the piano. “This is a blues mood,â€? he stated. “Kind of gloomy, right?â€? Just then the right hand, acting as if it had an independent mission, danced quickly to the right side of the keyboard and began to brighten up the scene. â€?Counter balance,â€? he said, and I thought in my naĂŻve way of the yin and yang, of the pull of opposites, hot and cold, fast and slow, and hard and soft. Tom wasn’t watching anything. He may as well have had his eyes closed. He stopped reading music at 16. “Those black marks

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screwed me up. I was watching those rather than listening to the spirit of the music.â€? “How?â€? I asked, “How are you remembering all of that music?â€? “Something kicks it off,â€? Trudell replied. “Sound and rhythm leads to more sound and more rhythm.â€? Sure, I thought, if you’re brilliant and a savant to boot. Well, how could I know? But I could marvel, just like the next bloke. We are so lucky, here, in our creative neck of the woods, here in river city and along our gorgeous ocean beaches. Almost DQ\ QLJKW ZH FDQ ÂżQG 7UXGHOO RU 'DYH 'UXry, Jennifer Goodenberger, the Brownsmead Flats, George Coleman, Brian O’Connor and so many more, and so many more. We have KMUN 91.9 FM to introduce new and old artists, and a dozen public houses that support DW QR VPDOO H[SHQVH WKHVH ÂżQH PXVLFLDQV So what I have is this tall, articulate friend

who ambles into the inn most Fridays, takes his glass of water – “I have to stay focused.â€? – and then plays his heart out for the single joy of joyous sound, and for his inner being. We need to support these local talents, for they bring out the best of who we are, yes, us, some of the best and most supportive people on the planet. That’s us, denizens from the 3DFLÂżF 1RUWKZHVW WKDW FRUQHU RI WKH 3DFLÂżF Ocean and the Columbia River we call home. All we have to do is listen with hearts and spirits ... even if you are tone- deaf. You can hear Tom Trudell play jazz piano at the Shelburne Inn Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., Fridays, and at Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, several Saturdays and Sundays during the month; for an up-to-date schedule, be sure to look at the current Stepping Out calendar on Page 5.


Stepping Out

THEATER Friday, Feb. 28

“All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m., Astoria High School Auditorium, 1001 W. Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-325-3911, $5 to $7. “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,” by Robert Fulghum and directed by Markus Brown, takes the audience on a journey through life’s lessons explaining how the world could be improved if adults adhered to the same basic rules as children. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The play runs through March 14. “Grease” 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m., Seaside High School Cafetorium, 1901 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503-738-5586, $4 to $8. Seaside High School presents its spring musical, “Grease” by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. Named for the 1950s working-class youth subculture known as “greasers,” the story follows 10 teenagers as they navigate the complexities of love, friendship and social issues. Tickets can be purchased at the door. A silent auction will be held before each show featuring portraits of 1950s icons, painted by art students that are also part of the set design. The play runs through March 8. “The Adventures of Beatrix Potter” 7 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, www. astorstreetoprycompany.com, $10 adults, $6 children, $5 Fridays. “The Adventures of Beatrix Potter and Her Friends,” a play by Joseph Robinette, is a full-length musical based on the life and stories of the creator of “Peter Rabbit.”The play runs through March 9.

Saturday, March 1 “The Adventures of Beatrix Potter” 2 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, www. astorstreetoprycompany.com, $10 adults, $6 children, $5 Fridays. “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” 7 p.m., Astoria High School Auditorium, 1001 W. Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-3253911, $5 to $10.

AUDITIONS Saturday, March 1

“The Hallelujah Girls” 1 p.m., The Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook, www.tillamooktheater.com. Auditions are being held for “The Hallelujah Girls,” a Jones Hope Wooten comedy. There are eight roles to be cast: six female and two male, whose ages are in their 50s and 60s. Robert Buckingham will direct the play, which runs from June 6 to 22. To request an audition packet, call 503-842-6305. Calling for Directors Tillamook Association for the Performing Arts is seeking show submissions from directors for the 2014-15 seasons. TAPA is looking for a balanced season with both classics and comedies. A musical evening will also be considered. Deadline for submissions is March 31.

Sunday, March 2 “The Hallelujah Girls” 1 p.m., The Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook, 503-842-6305, www.tillamooktheater.com

DANCE

Saturday, March 1 Daddy-Daughter Dance 6 to 8 p.m., Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside, 503-738-3311, $15 per couple, $5 for each additional child. Fathers, grandfathers, uncles and father figures are all invited to attend this memory-making event with a special little lady (or ladies) in their life. Space is limited. Tickets can be purchased at Sunset Pool or at the door.

“Grease” 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30, Seaside High School Cafetorium, 1901 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503-738-5586, $4 to $8.

Saturday Night Dance Party 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., Twisted Fish, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3467, twistedfishsteakhouse.com, no cover, 21 and older. Open dance floor with a thumping sound system and fun light show featuring DJ Nacho Bizznez mixing the latest dance music with some old favorites, including Top 40, remixes, funk, disco and old-school hip-hop.

Sunday, March 2

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“The Adventures of Beatrix Potter” 2 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, www. astorstreetoprycompany.com, $10 adults, $6 children, $5 Fridays.

Master Dance Classes 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, www.liberty-theater.org, $20 to $25 per class. Three master dance classes will be offered to local dance students through a grant from the Clatsop County Cultural Coalition to the Liberty Theater in conjunction with the BodyVox 2 performance on Saturday. Classes one and two will consist of BodyVox lyrical and break/hip-hop. Class three will be BodyVox technique with some repertory. Classes are limited to 20 students each. Times vary per class and registration is required through the Liberty Box Office between 2 to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.

Thursday, March 6 “Grease” 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30, Seaside High School Cafetorium, 1901 N. Holladay, Dr., Seaside, 503-738-5586, $4 to $8.

MUSIC

Thursday, Feb. 27 Dallas Williams 6 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, 21 and older. Dallas Williams plays folk music and Americana. Paul Dueber 6 to 8 p.m., Cannon Beach Hardware and Pub, 1235 S. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-4086, www.cannonbeachhardware.com, no cover. Paul Dueber plays 1970s-80s folk music. Basin Street NW 6 to 8:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www. bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Performs mainstream jazz classics. Left Coast Country 7 to 9 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 503-8880675, www.adrifthotel.com, no cover. Left Coast Country is a Northwest bluegrass and country band.

Friday, Feb. 28 Richard T. 6 to 8:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www. bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Richard T. is a guitarist/vocalist of many styles. While specializing in wide spectrum of jazz, blues and classic rock, as well as country, folk, reggae and funk. Tom Trudell 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Inn Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-4150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Tom Trudell plays jazz piano. Jackson Andrews & Dave Quinton 6:30 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, 21 and older. The duet play rock and blues folk music. Shirley ‘88’ 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., The Living Room Wine Cafe, 1815 Roosevelt Drive, Seaside, 503-738-3333, http://www.thelivingroomseaside.com, no cover. Honoring great voices such as Aretha, Adele and Etta James, Shirley sings everything from blues and ballads to jazz and show tunes. Gayle Ritt & Mike Soto 7 p.m., Cannon Beach History Center & Museum, 1387 S. Spruce St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-9301, http://www.cbhistory.org, $10 adults, $2 children. Gayle Ritt and Mike Soto make their debut performance as an acoustic duo as part of the history center’s Acoustic Folkseries. The duo play a number of original tunes and provide their own interpretations of classic blues and rock tunes as well as current hits.

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Friday, Feb. 28 (continued) Dueling Pianos 7 to 10 p.m., Finn’s Fish House, 227 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-8330, finnsfish house.com, $5, all ages. Join Finn’s Fish House for a night of dueling pianos featuring Portland’s Mac Potts and Laura Cunard. Reservations are recommended. Sonny Hess 7 to 10 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-7178150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover, all ages. Sonny Hess plays blues and R&B. Left Coast Country 9 to 11 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 503-8880675, www.adrifthotel.com, no cover.

Saturday, March 1 George Coleman 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Inn Restaurant, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaviw, Wash., 360642-4150, no cover. George Coleman plays pop, jazz, folk and rock guitar. David Drury 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www. bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. David Drury plays jazz guitar. Shirley ‘88’ 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., The Living Room Wine Cafe, 1815 Roosevelt Drive, Seaside, 503-738-3333, http://www.thelivingroomseaside. com, no cover. 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. Lewi Longmire & The Left Coast Roasters 9 to 11 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 503-8880675, www.adrifthotel.com, no cover. Lewi Longmire and The Left Coast Roasters play a mix of rustic Americana with some classic-rock electricity.

Sunday, March 2 Tom Trudell, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Wes Wahrmund Noon to 3 p.m., The Living Room Wine Cafe, 1815 Roosevelt Drive, Seaside, 503738-3333, no cover. Wes Wahrmund plays Brazilian and Latin-style guitar. Brian Johnstone 6 to 8 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, 21 and older. Brian Johnstone plays flamenco guitar, jazz, blues and originals. Lewi Longmire & Anita Lee Elliott 7 to 9 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 503-8880675, www.adrifthotel.com, no cover. Lewi Longmire’s roots-rock Americana joins forces with bluegrass and indie rock songstress Anita Lee Elliott. The Weather Machine 8 to 10 p.m., Fort George Brewery & Public House, 2nd Level, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, 503-325-7468, www.fortgeorgebrewery.com, no cover, all ages up to 10 p.m. The Weather Machine plays rhythmic acoustic rock, indie folk and alternative rock.

Monday, March 3 Pepper Proud 7 to 9 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 503-8880675, www.adrifthotel.com, no cover. Pepper Proud plays indie folk.

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Tuesday, March 4 Brian O’Connor 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-4150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Acoustic jazz guitarist Brian O’Connor plays a mix of jazz standards and original compositions. Pepper Proud 7 to 9 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 503-888-0675, www.adrifthotel.com, no cover.

Wednesday, March 5 Pepper Proud 7 to 9 p.m., The Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 503-8880675, www.adrifthotel.com, no cover. Open Jam Session 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., Twisted Fish, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3467, twistedfishsteakhouse.com, no cover, 21 and older. Hosted by Bruce Smith, the weekly Open Jam Session welcomes anyone to bring an instrument and play on stage.

MARKETS

Saturday, March 1 Long Beach Grange Indoor Market 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-4953, www.longbeachgrange.org. Featuring a variety of products such as farm-fresh eggs, home-baked goods, handcrafted items, goat milk products, woodcrafts, honey, nuts, gift items, art, jewelry and more. Kitchen has food available.

Sunday, March 2 Indoor Winter Market 2 to 5 p.m., The Nehalem Beehive, 35870 Seventh St. (U.S. Highway 101), Nehalem, 503-368-2337. There will be local produce and meats, baked goods, herbs, arts and crafts, teas, coffees, chocolates and other gift items and prepared food.

EVENTS

Thursday, Feb. 27 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. Writers at Work 6 to 7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, www.seasidelibrary. org. Every month on the third Thursday you can meet and share ideas with the area’s most talented, prolific and gifted authors. Ales & Ideas 7 p.m., Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St., Astoria, www.clatsopcc.edu, free, all ages. The program is the “Global Campaign to End Polio with Lessons for Local Community Immunization Efforts” with Laurie Choate, dean of nursing for Clatsop Community College. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 28 Yoga Festival 8 a.m., throughout Cannon Beach, 503- 436-2623, $350. Enjoy a faculty of worldclass yoga teachers for the fourth annual Cannon Beach Yoga Festival, a weekend of yoga, meditation, music, workshops and wellness. Space is limited, and classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Times and venues vary in Cannon Beach. For details, schedules and to register, go to http://cannonbeachyogafestival.com 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.

“Inequality for All” Film Screening 6:30 p.m., Clatsop Community College Performing Arts Center, 588 16th St., Astoria, 503-338-2306, free. A screening and discussion of the documentary film “Inequality for All” follows Secretary of Labor Robert Reich as he addresses the economic condition of the middle class. Chuck Sheketoff will be in attendance to lead a discussion. The film is presented through the partnership of Clatsop Community College and the Lower Columbia Diversity Project. Trivia Night 7 p.m., Baked Alaska, No. 1 12th St., Astoria, 503-325-7414, $2 per person per game. Play the weekly trivia tournament in the lounge. Open Mic 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Hondo’s Brew and Cork, 2703 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-3252234, info@hondosbrew.net, no cover. Musicians, singers and comedians are all welcome. Each performer will receive $1 off pints.

Saturday, March 1 Wings Conference 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Clatsop Community College, Columbia Hall, 1615 Lexington Ave., Astoria, 503-717-1852, http://www.wings-clatsop.org, free. The annual WINGS conference offers sessions and workshops for women who are interested in pursuing educational opportunities. Breakfast and lunch will be provided as well as professional day care for children under 12 at no cost. Yoga Festival 8:30 a.m., throughout Cannon Beach, 503- 436-2623, $350. For details, schedules and to register, go to http://cannonbeachyogafestival.com North Coast Benefit Equine Show 9 a.m., Clatsop County Fairgrounds, 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, 503-325-4600, http://www.clatsopfairgrounds.com, free admission. The equine show series is designed to encourage and recognize novice show riders of any age, showing in Western tack and apparel. Points are awarded in English, Western and Showmanship, Trail, Halter and Lead Line. Bird Survey 9 to 11:30 a.m., Battery Russell, Fort Stevens State Park, 100 Peter Iredale Road, Hammond, all ages, No experience required. Bird surveys monitor bird species that cover several habitats in the park. Comfortable clothing, shoes and binoculars are recommended. For questions, contact Park Ranger Dane Osis at dane.osis@state. or.us, 503-861-3170 ext. 41. Seaside Beach Clean Up 9 to 11:30 a.m., Seaside Beach, meet at Seashore Inn on the Beach, 60 N. Prom, Seaside. Participate in the monthly beach cleanup with the city of Seaside, Beach Drive Buccaneers, and the Seaside Downtown Development Association and help keep Seaside beaches clean and beautiful. Master Gardener Plant Clinic and Workshop 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, 115 SE Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., free. Sponsored by the Pacific County Master Gardeners, “Optimizing Soils for Plant Success” is the first of four workshops slated in 2014. Master gardeners will speak on soil, fertilizers, composting and soil testing followed by hands-on practice. For more information, email Bev Arnoldy at bevarnoldy@gmail.com Gearhart ArtWalk 2 to 5 p.m. Celebrate and enjoy creativity and art during the first monthly Gearhart ArtWalk at businesses and galleries in Gearhart. Seaside Art Walk 5 to 7 p.m. Enjoy art, music and appetizers at businesses and art galleries in Seaside. Participating galleries, shops, art and artists vary each month. “Abstract Revisited” Artist Reception 5 to 7 p.m., Cannon Beach Gallery, 1064 S. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-0744, www.cannonbeacharts.org, free. “Abstraction Revisited” is a three-man show featuring the work of painter Clement Lee, sculptor Tom Small and print-maker Barbara Mason. Light refreshments will be served.


EVENTS CONTINUED Sunday, March 2

Yoga Festival 8:30 a.m., throughout Cannon Beach, 503- 436-2623, $350. For details, schedules and to register, go to http://cannonbeachyogafestival.com/2013/event-schedule-2014/. North Coast Benefit Equine Show 9 a.m., Clatsop County Fairgrounds, 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, 503-325-4600, http://www.clatsopfairgrounds.com, free admission. Artists on Sundays: Thomas Benenati 1 to 3 p.m., RiverSea Gallery, 1160 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-1270, www. riverseagallery.com, free. As part of the Artists on Sundays series, the art demonstration with Thomas Benenati offers the public a chance to meet the artist and see how he builds and layers strokes of pastel into a meaningful composition. The casual format is designed to encourage questions and interaction with the artist.

Artist Reception 5:30 to 8 p.m., Peninsula Art Center Gallery, 504 N. Pacific Way, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2295. Northwest Artist Guild will open its March show featuring new paintings by watercolorist Jean Nitzel. Her art depicts her love of the Northwest with an emphasis on nature themes. The show runs through April.

Thursday, March 6 “Green Fields of America” 1 to 2:30 p.m., Ocean Park Library, 1308 256th Place, Ocean Park, Wash., 360665-4184, www.TRL.org, free, all ages. Mystery Madness in Astoria 3 to 5 p.m., Clatsop Community College Dora Badollet Library, 1680 Lexington Ave., Astoria, free. Two mystery writers, Bill Cameron and Jeff Parker, and an artist, Ericka Moen, launch a two-day Mystery Madness event beginning with an open house honoring the presenters, introducing the newly expanded public collection and library tours. Author Bill Cameron will conclude with a presentation from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the CCC Performing Arts Center (16th Street and Franklin Avenue).

The Oscars Experience 4 p.m., Twisted Fish, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3467, http://twistedfishsteakhouse.com. Come “red carpet ready” to watch and celebrate as the Academy of Motion Picture Art & Science Awards are presented during the 86th annual event. Dinner packages are available, and space is limited. Reservations are required.

Editor’s Pick: Thursday, March 6 Thursday Night Throwdown 5 to 7 p.m., venues and times vary, Cannon Beach, $119 festival pass, $30 single ticket, www.savorcannonbeach.com. Savor Cannon Beach Wine & Culinary Festival kick starts with the “Thursday Night Throwdown” where six different wine varietals, one each from Oregon and Washington, go head to head in a battle to see what state reigns supreme. Visit the website, Coaster Theatre or Cannon Beach Community Hall for venues, times and details.

Tuesday, March 4 “My Story” Writing Group 9:30 to 11 a.m., Peninsula Senior Center, 21603 O Lane, Ocean Park, Wash. Using the handbook “Writing Your Life” participants will prepare a short story from their past to share. The “My Story’ group will meet twice a month. For information, call Sandy at 360-665-2540. Coffee and tea will be provided for a $1 donation. ENCORE Lunch Bunch 12:30 p.m., Rio Café, 125 9th St., Astoria, www.encorelearn.org. This month’s topic will be the “Mardi Gras.” Guests are encouraged to bring their stories. ENCORE is sponsored by Clatsop Community College and offers classes, social events and educational trips. For questions, call Lynne at 503-738-3044, or Reta at 503-717-2297. PageTurners Book Discussion 2 to 4 p.m., Ocean Park Library, 1308 256th Place, Ocean Park, Wash., 360-665-4184, www.TRL.org, free, adults. Join in a discussion of “Noah’s Compass: A Novel” by Anne Tyler. PageTurners Book Group meet the first Tuesday of the month. Naselle Library Annual Meeting 6 p.m., Naselle Timberland Library, 4 Parpala Road, Naselle, Wash., 360-484-3877, www.TRL.org. Friends of Naselle Timberland Library will hold its annual meeting in the community room. The meeting is open to the public. “Green Fields of America” 6 to 7:30 p.m., Naselle Library, 4 Parpala Road, Naselle, Wash., 360-484-3877, www.TRL.org, free, all ages. “Green Fields of America” is a journey through history using storytelling, folk music and paintings by the multi-talented duo Joe and Paula McHugh. Each story depicts a complex saga of how America comes alive.

Wednesday, March 5 Cannon Beach Library Club Meeting 10:30 a.m., Cannon Beach Community Presbyterian Church, 132 E. Washington St., Cannon Beach, www.cannonbeachlibrary.org, free. In addition to a brunch, Elaine Murdy, director of the Cannon Beach History Center, will present a talk on “The Infamous Terrible Tilly.” Library club meetings are open to all.

Science on Tap 7 p.m., Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St., Astoria, 503-325-2323, www.crmm.org, free. Bill Chadwick will present “The Hidden Ring of Fire: Exploring Undersea Volcanoes in the Western Pacific.”The Ring of Fire roughly traces the outline of the Pacific Ocean and is home to the most active string of volcanoes and earthquake faults in the world, including many underwater volcanoes. Doors open at 6 p.m., and food and beverages are available for purchase. Seating is limited.

YOUTH EVENTS Saturday, March 1

Family Story Time 11 a.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www. seasidelibrary.org, all ages. Children and their caregivers can play games, dance, listen to stories and complete a craft. Game Day LEGO Mania 2 to 4 p.m., Astoria Public Library, 450 10th St., Astoria, 503-325-7323, www. astorialibrary.org, free. Choose from a wide variety of board games, card games, and LEGO® bricks for all ages. To participate in LEGO Mania, bring your LEGO skills to the library and let your imagination flow! Snacks will be provided.

Wednesday, March 5 “Read to the Dogs” 3 to 4 p.m., Seaside Public Library, Children’s Room 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free, elementary students. Meet Bailey, a certified therapy dog who loves listening to kids read aloud, and at the same time, children can improve their reading skills and have fun doing it. Bailey and his handler will be available to listen to stories every Wednesday as part of the library’s Read to the Dogs reading series.

CLASSES Friday, Feb. 28

Blacksmithing II 5 to 7 p.m., Clatsop Community College, 1651 Lexington Ave., Astoria, 503-3382408, www.clatsopcc.edu/schedule, $98 tuition, $110 fees. Students will learn techniques of blacksmithing including drifting holes and scrolls and forge welding; design and create objects using iron, hammer and anvil. This workshop will be held at the CCC Art Center and the Solstice Forge Blacksmith Shop in Naselle.

Saturday, March 1 A Grafting Workshop 9 a.m. to noon, Clatsop Community College, 1651 Lexington Ave., Astoria, 503-338-2408, www.clatsopcc.edu/schedule, $35. Scott Thompson will instruct a one-day workshop where students will learn about the tools and techniques used for grafting fruit trees. Students will choose apple tree varieties to make five grafted starts to take home. Class is limited to 20 students. Blacksmithing II 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Clatsop Community College, 1651 Lexington Ave., Astoria, 503338-2408, www.clatsopcc.edu/schedule, $98 tuition, $110 fees.

Sunday, March 2 Blacksmithing II 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Clatsop Community College, 1651 Lexington Ave., Astoria, 503338-2408, www.clatsopcc.edu/schedule, $98 tuition, $110 fees.

Monday, March 3 Happy Feet Sewing Noon to 2 p.m., Homespun Quilts, 108 10th St., Astoria, 503-325-3300, homespunquilt.com, $15. Learn all about how to use ruffling and gathering sewing feet, how to create ruffles, pleats and gather fabric and how to secure them in place. Demonstrations and hands on. Vicky DaVall will teach the class.

Preregister Managing Your Woodlands Registration deadline is March 6 for the “Managing Your Woodlands: A Basic Forestry Short Course” set for five evening sessions beginning March 10 to April 7, and a one-day field session on April 19. Cost for the materials and course is $45 per person, $60 per couple. Classes will be held at Clatsop Community College Seaside Campus, 1455 Roosevelt Drive, 503-338-2402. To register, stop by the Extension Office, Room 210 at 2001 Marine Drive in Astoria or access a copy of the agenda and registration form at http://tinyurl.com/managewoodlands Writing Historical Fiction Registration is open for this two-day writing course offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday March 8 and 15. Students will learn to find inspiration, build authority through research and set stories in historical content. The class is taught by Jenny Bates and will be held at Clatsop Community College, 1651 Lexington Ave., Astoria. To register, call 503-338-2408 or visit www.clatsopcc.edu/schedule

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student will get a copy of the book to keep and share with their families. Enclosed with each book that is given to first graders is a list of local businesses that have participated in the Read Across Astor Day. Businesses interested in participating in this event should call 503-325-6672. The Astoria School Foundation’s primary purpose is to enhance the educational experience of students in the Astoria School District 1C through public HGXFDWLRQ DQG ¿ nancial support.

ASTORIA — Clatsop Community College and Oregon State University Clatsop County Extension announce a new series of courses designed to educate coastal residents about growing and food production in the local environment. All classes will be held at Clatsop Community College. A Grafting Workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 1 will teach students about tools and techniques for grafting fruit trees. Participants will choose apple tree varieties to PDNH ¿ YH JUDIWHG VWDUWV WR WDNH home. The class fee includes PDWHULDOV QHHGHG WR PDNH ¿ YH trees. The instructor is Scott Thompson, the OSU Clatsop County Extension Master Gardener program coordinator, with assistance from OSU

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“Clatsop Community College is a proud host of this event focusing on one of the most compelling issues that we face as a society,â€? says CCC President Lawrence Galizio. For more information regardLQJ WKH Âż OP YLVLW ZZZ LQHTXDOL tyforall.com. The DVD will also be available at the CCC Dora Badollet Library following the screening. Sheketoff is a founder and now serves as executive director of the Oregon Center for Public Policy. The mission of the OCPP is to, “Use research and analysis to advance policies and practices that improve the economic and social opportunities of all Oregonians.â€? OCPP conducts in-depth research and analysis on budget, tax and economic issues. Its goal is to improve decision making and generate more opportunities for all Oregonians. For more, visit www.ocpp.org

ASTORIA — The Astoria School Foundation is sponsoring an event for local business owners to connect with Astoria School District students in order to create excitement about reading: Read Across Astor Day. The event will take place in conjunction with Dr. Seuss’ Birthday, Friday, March 7. On this day between 12:45 and 1:30 p.m., local business owners are invited to join a VPDOO JURXS RI ¿ UVW grade students and read them a book VSHFL¿ FDOO\ VHOHFW ed for Dr. Seuss’s birthday. At the end of the read aloud session, each

‘Inequality for all’ discusses income gap

ASTORIA — Clatsop Community College, in partnership with the Lower Columbia Diversity Project, invites community members to attend a free screening of the documentary “Inequality for All� and join in a community discussion facilitated by Chuck Sheketoff from the Oregon Center for Public Policy. This informative and provocative program will take place at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28. in the CCC Performing Arts Center, 588 16th St. at Franklin Avenue. Additional support for this pre-

sentation is provided by the Cannery Pier Hotel. “Inequality for All� was directed by Jacob Kornbluth and features Robert Reich, who was secretary of labor during the Clinton administration, author of 13 books and Chancellor’s Professor of Public Policy at the University of California, Berkeley. The documentary follows Reich as he addresses the economic condition of the middle class and seeks to raise awareness of the country’s widening income gap.

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‘Inequality for All’ 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28 CCC Performing Arts Center 588 16th St. at Frankling Avenue, Astoria Free

Clatsop County Master Gardener Association members. The cost is $35, and class size is limited to 20 students. Advanced Berry Cultivation will be taught from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 18. Designed for small-scale farmers or the advanced hobbyist, this class will explore aspects of berry production such as varietal selection, disease and insect management, maintaining fruit quality, pruning and specialized production techniques, all in the context of growing conditions found along the Oregon Coast. The instructor for this class is Joe DeFrancesco, assistant professor, OSU North Willamette Research and Extension Center. The cost is $35. The third class in this series, Backyard Chickens, is being

planned for late April or early May. This class will cover the basics of raising a backyard À RFN IRU VXEVLVWHQFH RU IRU small-scale commercial operations. Topics will include breed selection, selection and care of chicks, techniques for raising meat and egg birds, harvest and marketing. In addition, the college is again offering the ever-popular Beekeeping for Beginners, taught by Thom Trusewicz, beekeeper since 2000 and owner/operation of Beehaven Natural Raw Honey Farm. This one-day class is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 8. Novice beekeepers will learn how to be successful keeping honey bees. Topics covered include bee behaviors, equipment, care of hives, dis-

eases and medications, safety, honey production, marketing and year-round maintenance. Cost is $20 per person or $30 per family. You may pre-register online or by phone or register in class. Students can register or obtain registration information by calling Clatsop Community College at 503-338-2408, or visit www.clatsopcc.edu/ schedule and search under course title. Information about the three-class food production series can be found at the OSU ([WHQVLRQ RIÂż FH LQ $VWRULD RU by calling 503-325-8573.

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AHS combines theater and storytelling Get ready for evening of smiles, sadness and reflection ASTORIA — Astoria High School will produce “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,� a wonderful journey through life’s lessons presented in Robert Fulghum’s musical. Lead by Markus Brown in his AHS directional debut, the cast will wind together stories sure to delight and remind audiences of the simple rules in life: share, be fair, listen, remember and respect.

Actors will lead you through a delightful evening of smiles, VDGQHVV DQG UHĂ€ HFWLRQ The cast includes Matt Berger, Becca Howe, Michelle Patterson, Keanu Sultan, Hannah Brown, Unah Denight-Leonarde, Emma Gauman, and Sarah Miller. Tickets can be purchased at the door for performances at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 28, March 1, 8 and 14, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, March

9. Tickets cost $7 for adults, $5 for children age 12 and younger and for AHS students with their student body card. The show will be held at the AHS auditorium, located at 1001 W. Marine Drive. The play is sponsored by Fred Meyer, Columbia Bank, MossyTech, American Family Insurance and Wadsworth Electric. Additional support is provided by LJ Allen Construction and Pat’s Pantry.


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and immigrated to the United States in the 1960s, when he settled in California. His work is inspired by the Dutch artists of his heritage and seeks to interpret, with oils, the beauty of Clatsop County. Vleck’s collection will feature paintings of plains, ocean, mountains and skies in large and miniature canvases.

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Romancing the Home 3350 Hwy 101 N. 503-738-9977 Romancing the Home will host artist Rodney Martinez, a member of the U.S. Coast Guard residing on the coast since 2013. Two completed paintings will be shown. Refreshments will be served. Trail’s End Art Association 656 A St. 503-717-9458 • trailsendart.org The longest active art association

on the Oregon Coast managed entirely by volunteers. With more than 70 members, TEAA provides classes, workshops and a gallery of works by area artists. Debbie Jannsen, watercolorist, abstract artist and jewelry maker will be present to discuss and demonstrate her techniques. See a preview of works in progress while placing an order for art or jewelry. The gallery is introducing its March exhibits, including jewelry, photography, oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings. Refreshments will be served.

Windermere Real Estate 588 Pacific Way 503-738-8522 windermereoregoncoast.com A local artist will be featured. Visit the office to enjoy coffee and cookies while viewing Gearhart properties available for showing.

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SEASIDE — Every month, galleries and businesses in Seaside welcome locals and visitors to Seaside’s First Saturday Art Walk. The next art walk is from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 1, with art on display and for purchase, food and live music. Some venues open earlier or later, so you can make a day of it. The number of locations may be greater or smaller depending on the weather, the season, and/or the artists booked for the event. Most of the galleries are located in the historic Gilbert District of downtown Seaside. There may be more participants than the ones included in this listing.

T.Anjuli Salon and Gallery 5 N. Holladay Drive • 503-717-0434 T.Anjuli will feature new work by gallery artists Lisa Scigliano and Bill Lutz. Selected work will also be available as prints. Refreshments will be served.

SunRose Gallery 606 Broadway • 503-738-7788 Come check out the pique assiette mosaic art of SunRose Gallery, which will be open until at least 6 p.m.

Fairweather House and Garden 612 Broadway • 503-738-8899 Fairweather House and Garden celebrates the many ways in which artists interact with the natural world and features art with hidden meanings. Refreshments will be available.

Hidden meanings and superb craftsmanship are evident in Christine Trexel’s handmade books and boxes. “I have always liked the idea of hiding things in handmade paper, books and boxes,” she says. “The elements of surprise and of pleasure at discovering the hidden drawer or the image behind the window or the words incorporated into the structure motivate me to stretch my boundaries. Besides holding the secrets that I have created, the objects also act as receptacles to hide other things: treasures, ideas, dreams.” Intriguing, too, is the art by West Coast artist Lee Munsell, who writes that he is answering his call to paint what is discovered, oftentimes, “in a granite out crop, that is constantly pounded by strong ocean swells. On days when you hear the rocks crumble with each

Discover Mystery Madness Two-day author, artist events on tap ASTORIA — Two mystery writers and an artist will launch two days of Mystery Madness at three free public events Thursday and Friday, March 6 and 7. Authors Bill Cameron and Jeff Parker, along with artist Ericka Moen, will speak and sign books during Mystery Madness events. Mystery Madness is co-sponsored by the Clatsop Community College Dora Badollet Library,

Friends of the College Library and the Astoria Public Library. Events begin with an open house honoring all the presenters, from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 6 at the CCC Dora Badollet Library, 1680 Lexington Ave. The college’s newly expanded public collection will also be introduced. The open house will feature book signings, library tours and light refreshments. The CCC Dora Badollet Library is open to all

ASTORIA — Portland acoustic-rock group Weather Machine will return to the Fort *HRUJH %UHZHU\ IRU WKH ¿UVW WLPH VLQFH ¿OPLQJ LWV YLGHR for “Back O’er Oregon.” The premise for the video was to shoot in every one of the 185 state parks in Oregon. The band accomplished its goal,and more with more than 55,000 views. Come check out the band’s blend of acoustic and electric guitars, cello, bass and drums at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 2. The Weather Machine began in earnest when singer-songwriter Slater Smith and guitarist Colin Robson met at DQ RSHQ PLF LQ 3DFL¿F &LW\ LQ March of 2012. The two decid-

ed to team up to record Smith’s songs at Robson’s then-brandnew studio, Kiwanda Sound Recordings. The two brought in bassist Jack Martin, cellist Matthew Cartimill, and drummer Tanner Smith (Slater’s brother) to bring body to the record. Since the album’s release, Corey Kintzi joined the roster as a second drummer, and the band began to develop an even more collaborative approach. The Weather Machine is currently writing its second album and plans to release the sophomore full-length venture in the near future. The Fort George Brewery is located at 1483 Duane St. in Astoria.

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“In Quietness and Trust” by Lee Munsell, at Fairweather House and Garden.

surge, the morning sun highlights, the eroded crevices, and just barely, above the waterline, trees cling to seemingly impossible hidden roost.” Munsell’s recent works have been selected for the Laguna Festival of the Arts. He travels throughout the Northwest with camera and sketchbook, which give him the inspiration for new work later in his

studio. The art critic William Havlicek wrote of Munsell: “He may approach a silent mountain terrain where clouds and light are as much the subjects of the work as are the peaks and strong pines ... One gets the feeling that Munsell wants to communicate more about his subject than paint alone can suggest.”

community members through the Oregon Library Passport Program providing free access to participating library cardholders or the Library’s lowcost community membership opportunity. Thursday events conclude with a presentation by Cameron, author of gritty mysteries featuring Skin Kadash, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the CCC Performing Arts Center, 16th Street and Franklin Avenue. Cameron’s short stories have

appeared in Portland Noir, First Thrills, Deadly Treats and West Coast Crime Wave, and his novel, “County Line,” received the Spotted Owl for Best Northwest Mystery in 2012. Parker and Moen will wrap up the Mystery Madness series with a talk about their popular webcomic and graphic novel, “Bucko,” a murder mystery set in Portland that features Rich “Bucko” Richardson. Parker and Moen will

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speak from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, ness, contact Candice Watkins March 7 at the Astoria Public at 503-338-2460, cwatkins@ Library, 450 10th St., as part clatsopcc.edu of its Library After Hours series. “Bucko” is an alternative story with adult content, so this program may not be suitThursday and Friday, March 6 and 7 able for children. (Note that a previously anCCC Dora Badollet Library nounced presentation by au1680 Lexington Ave., Astoria thor Wendy Madar, scheduled CCC Performing Arts Center fro noon Friday, March 6, has been canceled due to illness.) 16th Street and Franklin Avenue, Books by all authors are Astoria available at the CCC Dora BaAstoria Public Library dollet Library. For more information about how community 503-338-2460 members can use the CCC Library and about Mystery MadFebruary 27, 2014 | coastweekend.com | 11

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“Subtle Drama (photo reference: Crystalline Photography),� a drawing with mechanical pencil by Susan Boehm, of Lake Geneva, Wis., won the Second Place Award at “Au Naturel.�

me, or haven’t studied the way I look intimately.� Of course, Soileau adds, as with any art – and, in particular, great art – artists are inserting aspects of themselves. “That’s where there’s the disconnect,� Soileau says. “Like, ‘I see where you’re going with this, but that part must be a you that you included.’�

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elebrating its eighth year, the annual international juried show “Au Naturel: The Nude in the 21st Century� features the works of 45 artists from 17 states as well as Canada and Germany. The exhibited works, on display at Clatsop Community College’s Art Center Gallery, 1799 Lexington Ave., until March 20, were culled from a list of nearly 800 submissions by Charles Froelick. “Having Charles Froelick as a juror has been incredible,� says Kristin Shauck, an art instructor at Clatsop Community College and founding director of “Au Naturel.� “It’s just him being who he is – he drew in a lot of submissions.� Froelick owns the Froelick Gallery in Portland, which he opened in 1995. “I intentionally chose a broad range of media and techniques to present the many profound ways to interpret the human form,� says Froelick of selecting the works to appear in “Au Naturel.�“The show includes introspective self-portraits, realism, psychologically expressive, social observation, spiritually reflective, sexy, sensual, and a bold stripper. “The human form is fascinating,� he continues. “I was honored to have the opportunity to select artists that I think are making great work with what “The Lamp,� an oil painting on panel is often considered a very chal- by Rachel Foster, of Olsburg, Kan. lenging subject.� “I think Charles did a phenomenal job selecting the work and putting together a show that’s cohesive,� says Shauck. “I think Charles commands a lot of respect. He’s one of those rare Charles Froelick, the 2014 gallery people who really cares about his artists. “Au Naturel� juror, speaks “Every year feels so special,� adds Shauck. “And this show, I during the artists’ reception in the CCC Art Gallery. have to say, does seem really special to me.�

Going into my own modeling session, I arrived with a stipulation, albeit one I failed to mention beforehand: I wasn’t interested in seeing any of the drawings from my session. I feared being stuck with dreadful results. Besides simply wondering if my body was interesting or in-shape enough, I wasn’t sure I’d be able to create and maintain worthwhile poses – much less inspiring ones. 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The painting on wood by Colin Poole, of Sante tive.â€? subject of many of the works was her own Fe, N.M., won the Purchase Award at “Au And while thoughts can devolve into someNaturel.â€? Story by ANDREW TONRY mother. “She was a nude model in college,â€? thing like wondering what’s for dinner, the Soileau says. “I knew it was a thing she did Right: “Haunted,â€? a mixed-media piece by stillness can lead to breakthroughs. didn’t have a robe. So, rather unceremo- put an elbow on my knee and, leaning to one in the ’70s, and I decided I should probably Annie Heisey, of Portland, won the First “I do a lot of life-goal thinking,â€? Soileau Place Award of “Au Naturel.â€? niously, I stripped down. Shoes, socks, side, rested my weight on it. The timer began, do it, too.â€? says of her time spent posing. And, she adds shirt, pants and ‘viola!’, suddenly, there I and the room quickly fell silent – all but for Photo by Dwight Caswell Not only her mother’s participation, but her with a laugh: “planning, plotting, scheming, was: naked in a room full of 14 strangers the sounds of charcoal scraping against rough parenting, precipitated Soileau’s interest. “I’m know how much (the artists) appreciate seeing skill for an artist to learn from observation and you know...â€? – each holding charcoal and pens and pads of paper. not shy about my body,â€? she says. “I grew up the human form and how helpful it is for them. WR ZRUN ZKDW WKH\ VHH RQWR SDSHU $QG WKH Âż J Before I knew it my second pose was I couldn’t watch the artists watching me, a total hippie and went to nude gatherings and paper. All of them ready to draw. Âł:LWKRXW Âż JXUH PRGHOV ´ 6RLOHDX FRQWLQ ure is one of the best ways to do it because you complete. And as my thoughts were driftto wonder what they were thinking, where nude beaches and stuff.â€? Ready to draw me. ues, “there might not be some of the greatest can’t get away with making an error as far as ing – rather than taking the experience in – I was nervous, and if they couldn’t sense it, they were fixated, so I picked at a spot on proportion; if the head is too big or the feet are it seemed as good a time as any to stop. I 6WLOO 6RLOHDXÂśV Âż UVW QXGH Âż JXUH PRGHOLQJ art in the world.â€? the floor and stared at it. Still, through my session wasn’t total nirvana. “I was sweating I told them so, fumbling for any bit of levity. too small we’re going to know. But if you’re thanked everyone, retired to the room adjaWith the help of the host, we decided to be- periphery I could see their heads bobbing, to a lot,â€? she laughs. “I remember doing harder working with a landscape, then who knows? cent and dressed. 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Has anyone else ever noticed that when discussing Washington’s Long Beach Peninsula, the town with the most cache seems to be, well, Long Beach? Sure it hosts the Washington State International Kite Festival, there’s the go-karts, and also one of those requisite “crazy hatâ€? stores that all tourist towns seem to have (which has often puzzled me: “Let’s take a vacation, honey. But before we do, let’s make sure we can buy crazy hats while we’re thereâ€?). Long Beach is wonderful for a variety of reasons, but there are also lots of equally appealing tiny towns sprinkled nearby, each with their own charm. Chinook has some stately, old homes, Ilwaco has a bustling port, Oysterville is quaint and antique-feeling, and Ocean Park is home to the annual Rod Run To The End Of The World, featuring a bevy of classic cars. (DFK WRZQ KDV LWV RZQ Ă€ DYRU DQG , ORYH that in seemingly every small town there is a tiny, mom-and-pop sort of eatery where all the locals dine. The Berry Patch in Ocean Park seems to be such a place, and when I visited on a recent Sunday morning, I was surprised to see it bursting at the seams with people. Colorful posters from the aforementioned car show adorn the walls inside the tiny cafĂŠ, the decor of which seems to be a mix of 1950s Americana (complete with Coke advertisements and a juke box) and beachy kitsch (weathered white tables, and maybe a little bit of sand here and there). A steaming mug of coffee hit the table nearly as soon as I’d sat down, and I don’t think it was ever less than half full for the entirety of my visit. Our friendly server took

our orders quickly, and I watched as she busWOHG DURXQG WKH SDFNHG UHVWDXUDQW UHÂż OOLQJ coffee, carrying stacks of plates with ease, and chatting and laughing with locals. Kielbasa and eggs jumped off the menu as something different, and I wasn’t disappointed. Grilled kielbasa became both saltier and sweeter as it crisped, and I appreciated something different than the quotidian bacon, ham or sausage. My eggs were cooked perfectly “over medium,â€? and overall, the dish was quite tasty. I was less pleased with a plate of biscuits and gravy. Although the biscuits were light and Ă€ XII\ LQ WKHLU RZQ ULJKW the gravy lacked a bit in Ă€ DYRU IRU P\ OLNLQJ I would have preferred to see heartier chunks of sausage, and though the gravy was smooth and creamy, I think a heartier consistency could be achieved. It was certainly not inedible, and with a bit

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Below: Though not the Mouth’s favorite, the Mouth could see why the Berry Patch’s strawberry pancakes would appeal to some breakfast eaters. Two plate-sized pancakes seemingly floating in strawberry compote and topped with whipped cream satisfies the sweet tooth — and then some.

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ADOPTION, Devoted, nurturing, loving gay couple, looking to adopt first baby into a family offering education, fun, travel, laughter, and unconditional love and support. Call, TEXT, or email anytime about Kyle & Adrian; (971)238-9651 or kyleandadrianfamily@gmail.com or visit kyleandadrianadoption.com"

Are you looking for a new career with an unlimited opportunity for advancement? If so, our salespeople earn an excellent income and enjoy the benefits of working with a successful and progressive dealership. If youʼre currently a professional in automobile sales or if youʼre serious about a career change and are looking for the training and guidance that are essential for long term success—weʼd like to talk to you. Call GSMʼs Gregg or Mauro to schedule a time to meet this week. 503-861-3422. Warrenton Kia-EOE!

Certified Medication Aide positions available at Clatsop Care Center. Must have current Oregon CMA license and be able to pass a criminal background check. Applications are available in person at 646 16th St. Astoria, OR 97103 or on our website at www.clatsopcare.org. EOE

Current openings for an experienced •Delimber operator, •Parts person, •Mule Train driver, •log truck driver, •Lube truck/mechanic, and •Field Mechanic Drivers and mechanicʼs must have CDL and current medical card. Parts person nedds to have experience with logs trucks and heavy equipment. Mecical/Dental and 401K benefits 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 182 45 Elochoman Valley Road Cathlamet, Wa, 98612 Ph# (360)795-3309 Fax# (360)795-3847

Clatsop Retirement Village is hiring for Caregivers and Medication Aides. Part-Time and potentially Full-Time hours are available. Shifts will vary. Candidates should be compassionate and reliable. Experience passing medication is preferred, but not required. On-site training is available. Please apply in person at 947 Olney Ave. Astoria, Or 97103. Questions? Call 503-325-4676 ext. 413

LOAN ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT/CREDIT ANALYST Join the team that has voted Clatsop Community Bank among the top 100 businesses to work for in Oregon, 5 years running! We're looking for a sharp, detail-oriented team player to join our loan team. Visit clatsopbank.com/about/careers/ for details. Equal Opportunity Employer, member FDIC. www.clatsopbank.com

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•The Daily Astorian reaches 8,500 Clatsop County households

•Our four Coastal Websites racked up nearly 1.2 million page views in 2012.

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over 15,500 non-subscribers and in the •Seaside Signal or •Cannon Beach Gazette ONE WEEK IN THIS PACKAGE Starts at $62.27! Contact Kimberly in Classifieds at (503)325-3211 extension 231

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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.

City of Warrenton, Oregon ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN: Salary Range $ 2,961 – 3,603 mo. + excellent benefits. FT non-exempt position. Under supervision of Finance Director, maintains full accrual utility accounting for water, sewer, and sanitation customers, open and close utility accounts, prepares billings, monitor accounts for collection action, provide customers with information about service, respond and refer customers to appropriate staff, answers phone, takes messages, provides general information. Responsible for processing of accounts payable which include entering invoices, preparing reports, and cutting checks. Processes Accounts Receivable and invoicing. Other duties include but are not limited to opening general mail, filing, data input, misc. general office and clerical. REQUIRES: Associate Degree in accounting and at least two years of progressive experience performing accounts receivable and accounts payable in a high level professional office environment. Knowledge and experience in the use of computer programs such as word processing and spread sheets, ability to appropriately use ten-key calculator and other office equipment. Requires excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills. Full Charge Bookkeeping experience a plus. This position is represented by the American Federation of State and Municipal Employees. Resume, City Application, Supplemental Questions, and testing are required. See attached application materials. City of Warrenton, PO Box 250, or 225 S. Main Ave., Warrenton, OR 97146. (503) 861-2233 ci.warrenton.or.us First Review: February 24, 2014. Open until filled.

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•Bartender •Server •Host •Cook •Dishwasher •Busser •Cabana •Housekeeper •Front Desk If you have the Hospitality Heart and would like to join our team, please fill out an application.

www.martinhospitality.com/employment or apply at 148 E Gower, Cannon Beach. Clatsop Care Center is seeking RN for Staff Development QA Infection Control position. Minimum 2 years experience in gerontology. A positive attitude in mentor leadership role and current Oregon license required. Applications are available in person at 646 16th St. Astoria 97103 or on our website, www.clatsopcare.org. EOE

Coryell's Crossing is growing! We are looking for an experienced teacher or teachers aid. Must be able to pass a drug screening. By-lingual a plus. Stop by our center at 326 S.E. Marlin Ave. located behind Fred Meyer to pick up an application today! BUYER meets seller every day of the week in the classified columns of this newspaper.

Customer/Account Representative Retail or delivery helpful. $11.50 DOE, an hour to start, 5 days, 48 hours weekly, full benefits. Clean ODL, back ground & drug testing. Apply online at www.rentacenter.com

Englund Marine and Industrial seeks a WAREHOUSE MANAGER to join our great Astoria team. This position will oversee warehouse operations as well as drive warehouse process improvements. Must have excellent customer and employee people skills, prior warehouse manager experience, and possess excellent attention to detail. Submit applications/resumes to hr@englundmarine.com. Please do not apply in person.

WE DELIVER! Please leave a light on or install motion detector lights to make your carrierʼs job easier. Thanks! THE DAILY ASTORIAN

Sea Sprite Guest Lodgings is looking for a special person to join our HOUSEKEEPING team! Are you dependable and have great guest service skills? Are you also hard working and work well on a team? If so, we invite you to pick up an application at our main office located at 280 Nebesna, Cannon Beach during the hours of 9am–6pm daily 503-436-2266. Hourly wage is D.O.E. We are looking to fill the position as soon as we find the right person!

Housekeeping/Housemen Housekeeping asst. Supervisor Full-Time/Part-Time needed. Applications at Gearhart by the Sea 1157 N. Marion. D.O.E. Drug test required.

Log Truck Driver needed. Experienced Driver only. Call Morisse Logging Inc. (503)325-4714 and leave message.

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Join us at this beautiful oceanfront location! We are looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who want to work in a team environment! Reservations Staff: You would be responsible for matching the right room to our callers! Previous hotel and/or sales experience is helpful, but not required – we will train if you are willing and eager to learn. Good phone presence and enjoyment working with the public is a must! Front Desk Agent: Check-in/out and assist guests. Our desk staff are expected to provide exceptional service to our guests, so a positive, helpful and friendly attitude is a must!! You will be working in a team environment. Experience preferred but will train a good attitude. Housekeeping: Our newly renovated rooms need you! We work as a team and although the work is hard, we try to have some fun and we have the best guests! Experience a plus, but will train the right people. Pick up applications/apply in person at The Hallmark Resort 1400 S Hemlock, Cannon Beach. Mail resumes to PO Box 547 Cannon Beach OR 97110 or e-mail to cbaccounting@hallmarkinns.com Pre-employment drug test required. No phone calls please

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420 Sid Snyder Dr Long Beach, WA 98631 Apply online at: http://www.wvojobs.com Maritime Science Instructor Full-time position with benefits; begins September 2014. View job description/qualifications and apply on-line at our web site www.clatsopcc.edu. Applications must be submitted by 5 PM on March 24, 2014. Contact the Office of Human Resources at Clatsop Community College at (503)338-2406 if application assistance is needed. AA/EOE 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. Nehalem Valley Care Center is now hiring •licensed CNAʼs; •RN/LPN Charge •Nurse, •Certified Med Aides. Open untill filld. Also we are starting a CNA class March 10. All application materials and background checks for this class must be in by February 28. Apply at 280 Rowe St. Wheeler, Oregon 97147


coa st w eeken d M ARK ETPLACE 70 Help Wanted EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SUNSET EMPIRE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT Astoria, Oregon Salary $55,000 to $70,000 DOQ Benefit Package negotiable Complete Job Description and application requirements available at www.SDAO.com Closing date: March 7, 2014

105 Business-Sales Op The Daily Astorian is currently seeking independent contractors to deliver our paper in the Astoria area. $50 signing bonus after completion of 3rd contracted month. For more information on these routes please contact Shelby in circulation 503-325-3211

150 Homes for Sale Office Support Specialist Reception and general office support. We look for people who are passionate about their work and our mission. Great place with great benefits. www.nwsds.org to apply and for more info.

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. ROSS DRESS FOR LESS IS NOW HIRING FOR AN ASSISTANT MANAGER POSITION Position is, Responsible for all phases of Store Operations. Maintains good quality Customer Service. For a full job discription and to apply for this rewarding position go to rossstores.com. Pay D.O.E. Seeking all positions. Apply in person at 300 North Prom, Seaside. No phone call please.

220 Plexes Seaside large 2 bedroom. River view with Balcony. Washer, dryer hook ups, dishwasher, no pets. $775 (503)440-4222

230 Houses, Unfurnished River view 3 bedroom, 1 bath. Hardwood floors, basement, garage, W/D, NO Smoking/pets 1175month. (503)325-8366

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435 Sporting Goods/Hunting Rickreall Gun Show March 8th 8am-5pm March 9th 9am-4pm Polk County Fairgrounds, 520 South Pacifice Hwy West. Rickreall Oregon

485 Pets & Supplies Puppies for sale 3/4 Pomeranian 1/4 papillon. 2 boys, wormed, with shots. $250 (503)738-4120

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470 Feed-Hay-Grain Birkenfeld hay for sale. $6.50 a bale. 65lb bale. Call the Hayman (360)431-1879

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—LOADING DOCK— Brand new contemporary Family Country Home!! For Sale by Owner $350k. 4 Beds, 3 Full Baths, 3,400 Sq. ft. Located 10 mins east of Astoria in John Day on 92793 Timmerman Rd. Astoria, OR 97103. Call 503-791-7041. Price slashed/Grandpaʼs Farm 265K, 16+ acres, Knappa, Dennis (541)420-3611

210 Apartments, Unfurnished 1 bedroom Apartment Chinook, WA $575/month, $250 dep. Available March 1, W/S/E/G included. W/D Hook-up. No smoking. (360)957-0360

Newly remodeled 1&2 bedroom homes by the bay. Call Today to reserve your new home at Bayshore! (503)325-1749 Seaside: Small studio appartment, Ocean view, $575 month, utilities included (503)209-0333 View our listings at www.beachproperty1.com Beach Property Management 503-738-9068

215 Apartments, Furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Mostly furnished. Hammond. $1600 a month, +deposits. No smoking. (503)739-0934

Shop Warehouse Warrenton 1500sf $700mo heated overhead door, office, bathroom 2395 SE Dolphin behind Platt (541)961-5650

300 Jewelry Buying Gold, Silver, Estate Jewelry, Coins, Diamonds and Old Watches. Downtown Astoria-332 12th St. Jonathonʼs, LTD Wednesday-Sunday (503)325-7600

Astoria Automotive Swap Meet Vendors wanted Clatsop Fairgrounds Saturday, March 8th 8am-3pm Contact Fred 503-325-8437 Evenings 800-220-0792 Days Or Rod 971-219-5517

IF YOUʼRE PLANNING to move, now is the time to sell those items you canʼt take with you. Itʼs easy and economical to place a classified ad which will work hard for you! ADDING a room to your home? Furnish it with items advertised in the classifieds.

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Lots of community events held at the Port. Affordable possibilities! “If you can dream it, you can make it real!”

Cell (831)601-3676

540 Auto Parts, Accessories

Exceptional AKC purebred German Shepherd pups. Meticulously trained and socialized. Dam: New Sketeʼs Zahara. Wonderful family dogs, from superior titled German working lines. (360)665-3637 www.floodfarmgermanshepherds. com

A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words! Donʼt let your motorcycle sit over the winter, turn it into cash! Call today and place it in the classifieds. (503)325-3211 Ask for Kimberly

A Picture is Worth A Thousand Words! Call today to sell your car in the classifieds! Donʼt let it sit over the winter, turn it into cash! (503)325-3211

365 Antiques & Collectibles

German Closet 6-ft Tall/41-Inch Wide 18-inches deep/1-Door $600.00

Serious buyers only.

—and— Old Commercial Meat Block. Top 30x30x32-High 4x4-Legs. Kept Oiled. Well over 100-years-old. $500.00.

Serious buyers only.

(360)642-8269

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Join new ‘My Story’ group Master Gardeners partner to hold lecture and workshop Write down memories and share them Learn to optimize soils for plant success, practice hands-on gardening techniques OCEAN PARK, Wash. — Perhaps you have had the experience of researching family background and come away YDJXHO\ GLVVDWLVÂżHG <RX have birth and death dates plus a few other basic facts, but you don’t know much more about great- grandfather Jonas. Who was he? What did he do for a living? For fun? What would he want you to know if you and he could talk together? A “My Storyâ€? group will meet twice a month at the Peninsula Senior Center in Klipsan Beach. Using the handbook “Writing Your Life,â€? the participants will

prepare a short story from their past to share with the group. As the written memories DFFXPXODWH ZULWHUV PD\ ÂżQG they have an autobiography that children and grandchildren will be grateful to read. The group will meet from WR D P HYHU\ ÂżUVW DQG third Tuesday of the month beginning March 4. Coffee and tea will be provided by the senior center for a $1 donation. The Peninsula Senior Center is located at 21063 O Lane, Ocean Park, Wash. (at Klipsan Beach). If you have questions, contact Sandy Nielson at 360 665 2540.

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ILWACO, Wash. — The Washington State University Master *DUGHQHUV RI 3DFL¿F &RXQty are proud to announce the continuing partnership with WKH &ROXPELD 3DFL¿F +HULtage Museum in Ilwaco. In WKH 3DFL¿F &RXQW\ 0DVter Gardeners sponsored four well-attended workshops at the museum. In addition, Master Gardeners and volunteers from the community were instrumental in improving the museum’s Discovery Garden grounds by pruning the shrubs and trees, installing a rain-collection system, laying cardboard and wood chips in strategic areas of the garden to eliminate weeds, and planting native plants VHOHFWHG VSHFL¿FDOO\ IRU WKH 3DFL¿F 1RUWKZHVW FRDVWDO UH-

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Learn about optimizing soils for plant success with Master Gardeners at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum’s Discovery Garden.

gion. On Saturday, March 1, WKH 3DFLÂżF &RXQW\ 0DVWHU Gardeners are sponsoring WKH ÂżUVW RI IRXU ZRUNVKRSV for 2014, titled “Optimizing Soils for Plant Success.â€? Master Gardeners will speak

on soil and nutrient basics, fertilizers, composting and other amendments, and soil testing. The workshop lecture is from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. There will also be a work party in the Discovery Gar-

den from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come join an educational and fun day as the revitalization of the Discovery Garden continues. The workshop and work party are open to the public and free of charge. For working in the garden, bring a pair of durable garden gloves and dress for the weather. Do you have plant questions or problems? Come ask a Master Gardener; the group will also be sponsoring a plant clinic from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the museum. If possible, bring samples of your plant problem. For more information, contact Bev Arnoldy at bevarnoldy@gmail.com 7KH &ROXPELD 3DFLÂżF +HULWDJH 0XVHXP LV ORFDWHG at 115 S.E. Lake St.

Attend a master dance class Liberty Theater to hold three classes ASTORIA — This year, the Liberty Theater received a grant from Clatsop County Cultural Coalition to offer master dance classes to local dance students. The theater will be offering three classes Friday, March 7 on stage. Each class is limited to 20 dancers. Parents are welcome to watch the classes from the theater seats. Class One will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. At press time, the class was scheduled to focus on lyrical dance. Class Two will take place from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. At press time, the class was scheduled to focus on break dancing and hip-hop. Class Three will take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The class will focus on BodyVox Technique, which is a blend of modern dance, acrobatics and improv, based on the Portland modern dance/performance company BodyVox. Classes One and Two cost

$20 for each dancer. Class Three costs $25 for each dancer. Advanced registration is required. Check in will be through the front doors of the theater. Dancers should come dressed to participate in the class. Registration for the classes and payments may be made through the Liberty 7KHDWHU ER[ RIÂżFH ZKLFK LV open from 2 to 5:30 Tuesday through Saturday. You can FDOO WKH ER[ RIÂżFH DW 5922. Each master class student will receive a complimentary ticket to attend the BodyVox performance at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 8 at the Liberty Theater. Any dance student may ask for the dancers special 15 percent discounted ticket price for the BodyVox performance. Class participation is not required for this discounted ticket price.

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Go birding in Fort Stevens State Park.

Survey local birds this March Explore the wonders of Fort Stevens HAMMOND — Come join Fort Stevens State Park on its weekly bird surveys and see some of the amazing variety of birds in the local area. The surveys will monitor the bird species that use the park from season to season and will be conducted weekly for an entire year. No birding experience is required, and experts are welcome to come share their knowledge. Binoculars are recommended, and there are a few binoculars WKDW ¿UVW WLPHUV PD\ ERUURZ

The survey will take about two hours and will cover several diverse habitats within the park. The sites will be accessed by walking and driving. For questions, contact Park Ranger Dane Osis at 503-861-3170 x 41 or at dane.osis@oregon.gov All surveys meet near Battery Russell, start at 9 a.m. and will end at 11 or 11:30 a.m. March surveys are: Saturday, March 1; Sunday, March 9; Saturday, March 15; Tuesday, March 18; Sunday, March 23; and Saturday, March 29.


SHS says ‘Grease is the word’ See the classic 1950s musical in Seaside

SEASIDE — Seaside High School Drama is gearing up for the annual musical – and it’s one that surely everyone knows by name. “Grease,â€? with book, music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey, will take to the boards Feb. 28, March 1, 6, 7, 8 at 7 p.m. in the Seaside High School cafetorium. “Greaseâ€? is named for the 1950s working-class youth subculture known as “greasersâ€? and is set in 1959 at the ÂżFWLRQDO 5\GHOO +LJK 6FKRRO ,W is the story of 10 working-class teenagers as they navigate the complexities of love, friendship and teenage rebellion and tougher social issues such as teen pregnancy, gang violence and to some extent, class conVFLRXVQHVV DQG FRQĂ€LFW These are issues that are still

relevant to today’s teens. The musical score attempts to recreate the sounds of early rock ‘n’ roll and features such classics as “Hand Jive,â€? “Summer 1LJKWV´ DQG Âł7KHUH DUH :RUVH Things I Could Do.â€? The show’s original 1971 production was performed at the Kingston Mines Theater in Chicago and was based on Jim Jacobs’ experience at William Taft High School in Chicago. He collaborated with Warren Casey, and together they wrote the music and lyrics. It has been successful on both screen and stage, enjoying a 3,388-performance run on Broadway, the longest run until it was surpassed by “A Chorus Lineâ€? a few years later. The musical has remained a staple of regional theater, sum-

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mer stock, community theater and high school and middle VFKRRO GUDPD JURXSV 7KH ÂżOP starring John Travolta and OlLYLD 1HZWRQ -RKQ LV SHUKDSV the version that most people associate with “Grease.â€? The cast is led by Jake Malone and Rebekah Cave as they portray the characters of Danny Zuko and Sandy Dumbrowski. The cast is about 25 students strong and is supported by many members of the community. Former SHS graduates Sydney Morrisson (direction and makeup) and Clare

McEwan (costumes and set design) and Astoria High School graduate Julia Shepherd (musical staging) are taking the reins of this production. Also new to the mix is Vanessa Unger, choir director at SHS and Broadway Middle School, who is leading the vocal direction. Community members Julie Smith, Bill Siewert, John Fairless and Scott Utterback comprise the house band. Paula Simmons of Just Hair is volunteering her time as hairdresser – the guys will be sporting fabulous ducktails and the girls

those fantastic 1950s hairdos. SHS anticipates a better sound system, since Jim Harkins and Pete Sample, a sound professional from Al Roker Productions, have been hard at work improving the challenging acoustics of the cafetorium. Phil White, former SHS choir director and music director for many years until he relocated last summer, will join as the man of the “voice-oversâ€? at the drive-in movie. Lenore Morrisson is the producer. Joel Dierickx, SHS art teacher, and various art students created portraits of 1950s icons that are part of the set design. Dierickx had the idea of selling the portraits as a fundraiser for the drama department, so SHS will hold a silent auction at every show and notify the winners. There should be nearly two dozen portraits to offer, including such icons as Sandra Dee, Rock Hudson and -D\QH 0DQVÂżHOG

Hear acoustic duo in concert

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Gayle Ritt, Mike Soto play Cannon Beach

Thomas Benenati creates with pastels

CANNON BEACH — As a part of the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum Acoustic Series, Gayle Ritt and Mike Soto will perform in concert at WKH YHQXH IRU WKH ÂżUVW WLPH DW p.m. Friday, Feb. 28. Soto, who plays the bass, vocals and guitar, has been performing around the PaFLÂżF 1RUWKZHVW IRU WKH SDVW two decades and has been the driving force behind SLA and WildSeed, two busy working bands. He has been the host of numerous open mic and open jam sessions and continues to build and promote the musical community. A native of Flagstaff, Ariz., Ritt has been singing and performing most of her life. From her days as a singing waitress to playing for sold-out audiences at the house of blues -- her “considerable ability to FUHDWH VXEWOH VRQJ VSHFLÂżF arrangementsâ€? (Illinois Entertainer) and constant performing have made her a household name in Chicago.

Ritt relocated to Portland after years of touring and recording music throughout the U.S. The Chicago Sun-Times says, “Ritt’s gutsy voice is an impressive instrument,â€? and her four albums speak for themselves as her ability to sing and perform different styles of music shine. 5LWWÂśV ÂżYH LQGHSHQGHQW Submitted photo releases have crossed many Gayle Ritt will perform with Mike Soto genres, fueled – she will remind at the Cannon Beach History Center and you – by a powerful collection Museum. of contributing friends. Her live performances are as varied as her styles – from live acoustic at the House of Blues to small club rock shows, hotel residencies and elegant corporate events. The Cannon Beach History Cannon Beach History Center and Center & Museum is located Museum at 1387 S. Spruce St. Tickets 1387 S. Spruce St., Cannon Beach are $10 for adults and $2 for children; complimentary re503-436-9301 freshments will be provided. www.cbhistory.org All proceeds will help fund $10 adults upcoming events at the history center, including future con$2 children certs, lectures, exhibits and ÂżHOG WULSV

Gayle Ritt and Mike Soto concert

ASTORIA — Thomas Benenati, an artist from Washington’s Long Beach Peninsula, will demonstrate his approach to pastel from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 2, at RiverSea Gallery. The art demonstration is open to all and offers a chance to meet a talented artist and see how he builds and layers strokes of pastel into a meaningful composition. The casual format of this event is designed to encourage questions and interaction with the artist. Benenati has had several solo exhibitions in the gallery and a selection of his most recent pastels will be displayed next to the work in progress. In his day job as a park ranger at Cape Disappointment State Park, Benenati is immersed in the light and landVFDSH RI WKH &ROXPELD 3DFL¿F and it is this natural environment that informs his artwork. His renderings of landscape and still life are executed in layers of deft marks that dissolve recognizable images to

“Grease� is produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. Tickets are $8 for adults, $6 for senior citizens and students, and $4 for SHS students with an ASB card. They are available at the door. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. For more information contact Lenore Morrisson at 503738-5586 or lmorrisson@seaside.k12.or.us

‘Grease’ 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 28 and March 1 7 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, March 6 to 8 Seaside High School 1901 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside 503-738-3386 $8 adults, $6 seniors and students, $4 SHS students with ASB card

evoke the color and mood of the world around him. He sees past the comforting solidity of matter to capture the vibrating energy patterns that create it. All is distilled into exuberant composition; hills melt into a shimmering sky, tangled grasses are suffused in mist, even a simple tumble of berries sings with life force under his hand. This event is part of the gallery’s Artists on Sundays series, occasional art talks and demonstrations designed to connect people with artists and the

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“Any Bitter Thing is Sweet,� a pastel on paper piece by Thomas Benenati.

process of making art. Check with the gallery for upcoming Artists on Sundays events. RiverSea Gallery is located at 1160 Commercial St. For more information, call 503325-1270, or visit riverseagallery.com

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Learn to manage woodland Jean Nitzel shows new art CCC offers basic forestry short course

NW Artist Guild opens March exhibit

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LONG BEACH, Wash. — Northwest Artist Guild will feature artist Jean Nitzel’s watercolors for its March show. The artist reception will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 5 at Gallery 504 North in the Peninsula Arts Center, located DW 1 3DFL¿F :D\ LQ /RQJ

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GEARHART — Debbie Janssen, watercolorist, abstract artist and jewelry maker will be the main JDOOHU\ SUHVHQWHU DQG GHPRQstration artist at the Trail’s End Art Walk reception from 2 to 5 S P 6DWXUGD\ 0DUFK 5HIUHVKPHQWV ZLOO EH VHUYHG and the public is welcome to browse the Trail’s End Art Gallery with an all-new exhibit for 0DUFK VKRZ IHDWXULQJ SKRWRJUDSK\ RLO SDLQWLQJ DFU\OLF watercolors, jewelry and more.

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