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JANUARY 17, 2013
BY COAST WEEKEND EDITOR REBECCA SEDLAK • rsedlak@dailyastorian.com
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COASTAL LIFE
Wildlife Center of the North Coast Sharnelle Fee founded an animal sanctuary
THE ARTS
Astoria’s historic train depot A building with a long history and ambitious new beginning
DINING
Mouth of the Columbia Food is the star of the show at Blue Ocean Thai Cuisine
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Keeping our beaches clean Community groups of volunteers strive to make a difference
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on the cover Shelly Pollock, organizer of the GrassRoots Garbage Gang, picks up trash near the Sid Snyder Beach Approach while walking her poodle-golden retriever mix Bella. GRGG is organizing a beach cleanup on the peninsula Saturday, Jan. 19.
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fter the busy bluster of the holidays, I finally was home in Astoria this weekend. So I decided to explore something I’ve heard so much about: Astoria’s Second Saturday Art Walk. There are an abundance of galleries in our area, and each one is different, allowing for a community full of variety with different artists, styles and more. Not only is this true in our region as a whole but also in our individual cities. The Astoria art walk is a special time once a month when you can take in this variety by gallery-hopping downtown and soaking in excitement, new exhibits and great conversation. I started in Fort George’s Lovell Taproom & Showroom, admiring Miranda Rinks’ fresh and simple still lifes of food. I could almost smell the aromas: dark double espresso, bright acidic tomatoes and lemon juice on oysters. “Pomegranate” in particular looked good enough to eat. Stephen Deloe’s “Nature Watching” was eerily unforgettable at Old Town Framing:
peering through the leaves and branches hangs a single orb – not the moon, but an eye. The large space of RiverSea Gallery could keep a group busy for a large chunk of the art walk. I was greeted at the door by an impressive watercolor sky by Noel Thomas: dark blue and murky gray-green splashed across the canvas, connoting storms and ever-changing nature. The gallery was busy, with customers of all ages, including families with young children. In the back were the new exhibits: Dwight Caswell’s vivid photos
of Tibet and China and Charles Schweigert’s “Things with Feathers, Perched in the Soul.” One Schweigert piece, “Icarus,” stood out to me. Made of ink on old Japanese book covers, it told the familiar Greek myth with an abstract image of a man with wings angled and reaching toward the hot gold circle of the sun above. Roger Hayes’ new exhibit at Imogen Gallery was raw and colorful, with layers of paint and a bold influence of graffiti. Since I started late, I didn’t have enough time to travel the
whole art walk. Next time I’ll be sure to stop by Fernhill Glass Studios, the Festival Artists Coop at AMF, Astoria Fine Art Gallery and KALA, among other participants. The exhibits will differ in the coming months, but the quality and enjoyment are well worth repeating.
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Coastal Life Many people who see wounded or sick wildlife on the beach may think leaving it alone is best, assuming nature is taking its course. “There is the argument that, okay, maybe starvation is a natural event for this bird. You know, it’s weak or it’s young, or it’s not meant to make it,” Fee says. “But once it hits the beach, it’s not natural anymore because it’s dealing with cars, with people, with dogs. At any level, it’s not natural anymore. We’ve altered things too much. So we encourage people to give us a call.” If you find injured or ill wildlife on the beach, call the wildlife helpline: 503-338-0331 For more detailed information about rescuing wildlife, please visit: www.coastwildlife .org/rescue.html If you’re interested in volunteering, contact the Wildlife Center of the North Coast at the number above. Hospital helpers are always needed. Drivers are needed as well, particularly those who live in the Nehalem and Tillamook areas.
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The Wildlife Center of the North Coast acts as a rehab center
ne of the most striking things about walking into the Wildlife Center of the North Coast – besides the pungent smell of fish – is the lack of noise. After lunch, the patients are peaceful and quiet. There’s no squawking or hooting. The facility looks almost full to capacity, and though they’re far away from the familiar waters of home, the birds seem to know they’re safe. On a tour of the center, volunteer Carmen Hammersmith stops briefly at each cage to tell the story of the patient inside. She knows every bird, including the subtle differences in physiology between similarlooking species. When she talks about protecting wildlife from environmental hazards and human carelessness, the passion is evident in her voice. Laurel Berblinger drives from Portland once a week to help care for the animals at the center. While delivering raw fish to shy brown pelicans in the outdoor fly cages and to the gentle murres paddling around in large blue tubs, Berblinger says she only had to visit the rehab center once, and “that was it.” Even though it means a long drive and messy work, she knew she had to be involved. One of the many reasons Berblinger enjoys volunteering is Nurdles, a northern fulmar, who has been living at the facility for three years. Prevented from returning to the wild by a shoulder injury, Nurdles is now employed as an education bird. Berblinger describes him as handsome, with a great sense of humor. Other than his weird name – and the propensity to eat raw fish off the floor – he sounds just about perfect. “Nurdles are tiny plastic pellets the plastic industry makes, and they’re the base product from which all plastic is molded,” Sharnelle Fee, the center’s founder, explains. It’s an appropriate name for a fulmar. As surface feeders, fulmars ingest a lot of plastic. “I would venture that every fulmar in here has some amount of plastic in them,” Fee says. Citing a study conducted by the University of British Columbia, she says plastic ingestion on the West Coast is among the highest in the world. Birds come to Fee for a number of reasons. Different species have different issues, but some of the main problems marine birds face are starvation, fishing gear entanglement, loss of water proofing on their feathers, and broken bones or wings. Fee didn’t start out as an aquatic bird expert. “I
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was a legal assistant for 25 years, and during that period, I had a sabbatical I used to volunteer at the Oregon Zoo, which at the time did owl rehab. And it kind of got me hooked on wildlife rehab,” Fee says. She volunteered for several organizations before finally getting her own rehabilitation permit. Fee then started caring for creatures out of her own home. Eventually, she knew she had to start a center. “The north Oregon coast had the biggest need,” she says. From her home, she moved to a trailer, which she says eventually disintegrated. With the help of grants, she was finally able to build a permanent hospital. Serving half the Oregon coast and all of southwest Washington, the wildlife center is one of the few rehab facilities caring for aquatic birds and is “pretty much it for rehabbing brown pelicans,” Fee says. Car-
Sharnelle Fee, the executive director of the Wildlife Center of the North Coast, holds Nurdles, a northern fulmar, who has lived at the Olney facility for three years. The bird has a shoulder injury that has prevented it from returning to the wild. – AMY RYDING PHOTO
Caring for 2,000 animals, mostly birds, every year, the facility’s release rate back into the wild is 60 to 70 percent. ing for 2,000 animals, mostly birds, every year, the facility’s release rate back into the wild is 60 to 70 percent. As an all-volunteer organization, the center relies on public donations for funding. There’s no lack of passion, dedication or a steady stream of patients to keep it going, but when asked how many volunteers she has, Fee quickly replies, “Not enough.” “We look big on our website, and people think we’re big, but we only do a big volume of patients. We’re actually pretty small as far as support – human support. We have a good facility now, but we’re always hurting for volunteers,” Fee says. Not only does Fee care for wounded wildlife, she also teaches humans to be mindful of the tremendous impact we have on the creatures with whom we share the earth, and she urges us to be compassionate toward them. It’s difficult to imagine anyone in any field more dedicated than Fee. Sometimes dedication is so strong it begins to take solid form. In Fee’s case, it created a sanctuary.
Brown pelicans, housed at the Wildlife Center of the North Coast, roam the yard around their outdoor pen in Olney. – ALEX PAJUNAS PHOTO
A brown pelican stands alone next to a cluster of white-winged scoters at the Wildlife Center of the North Coast in Olney. – ALEX PAJUNAS PHOTO
Stepping Out AUDITIONS Saturday, Jan. 19 “Alice in Wonderland” Noon, Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104 (theater), 503-458-5855 (Tammy Payne), www.astorstreetoprycompany.com. There are parts for more than 36 children, ages 8 to 14, and no experience is needed.
MUSIC Thursday, Jan. 17 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 ‘70s and ‘80s folk music, covering Simon and Garfunkle, Gordon Lightfoot, Phil Ochs, Ian Tyson and more. Enjoy the regular show from 6 to 7 p.m. and take part in an open mic from 7 to 8 p.m. Steamin’ Stan Ruffo 7 to 10 p.m., Moody’s Supper House, 20 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503-738-4054. Steamin’ Stan sings a mix of blues, jazz, soul and rock and roll.
Friday, Jan. 18 Mix and Mingle Jazz Night 6 to 8:30 p.m., Cannon Beach Gallery, 1064 S. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-0744, www.cannonbeacharts.org, no cover. Jazz guitarist Wes Wahrmund and friends perform. Refreshments will be served. 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. Vagabond and Tramp 7 to 9 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover, all ages. Lady Vagabond and Mister Tramp get down with floor-stomping, head bobbing country rock, ’90s time-warp and vintage R&B, inspired by New Orleans, Joshua Tree, San Francisco, the Beatles and Fleetwood Mac, among others.
Normal Bean Band and The Great Family Beach Bash 8:15 p.m. to 12:15 a.m., BridgeTender, 554 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-8002, no cover. Erotic City 9 p.m., San Dune Pub, 127 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-5080, www.sandunepub.com, $5 cover. Erotic City plays funk, pop and rock, inspired by Prince.
Sunday, Jan. 20 All That Jazz 2 to 4 p.m., Wet Dog Café, 144 11th St., Astoria, 503-325-6975, www.wetdogcafe.com, free. Donations will benefit the band’s Astoria High School music scholarship. Lulu LaFever 8 p.m., Fort George Brewery and Public House, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, 503-325-7468, www.fortgeorgebrewery.com, no cover. Lulu LaFever sings pop jazz originals with a dash of juke joint swing.
Tuesday, Jan. 22 Brian O’Connor 6 to 9 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.
Thursday, Jan. 24 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. The regular show is from 6 to 7 p.m. and the open mic is from 7 to 8 p.m. Brian O’Connor 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6424150, www.theShelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Steamin’ Stan Ruffo 7 to 10 p.m., Moody’s Supper House, 20 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503-738-4054. Steamin’ Stan sings a mix of blues, jazz, soul and rock and roll.
MARKETS
Saturday, Jan. 19
Includes farmers markets, flea markets, auctions and street fairs.
Matt Brown and Michael Jodell 3 p.m., Peninsula Arts Center, 504 Pacific Ave., Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2011, http://peninsulaartscenter.org, $12. Miss Michael Jodell sings jazz, roots rock and classic country, aided by Matt Brown on guitar.
Friday, Jan. 18
Jennifer Goodenberger 6 to 9 p.m., Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-2442, www.theShelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Jennifer Goodenberger plays classical, improvisational, contemporary and contemplative originals on piano. Peter von Payens 6:30 p.m., RiversZen Center, 399 31st St., Astoria, 503-325-5725, http://RiversZenYoga.com, free, bring a healthy snack to share potluck style. Yoga instructor and tenor Peter von Payens sings Broadway show tunes, joined by surprise guest singers. Richard Thomasian Trio 7:30 p.m., Seaside American Legion, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111, no cover. Richard T. and his trio play jazz, blues and classic rock. Coaster Theatre Fundraiser Concert 7:30 to 10 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $10. Bruce Thomas Smith (Texas transplant rock) will be joined by Bill Siewart and Holly Jeffrey for an evening of acoustic originals and cover songs.
Long Beach Grange Indoor Market 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-7778898, www.longbeachgrange.org/Weekend-Market2.html, free admission, vendors $10 per table per day. Featuring a variety of products such as farm-fresh eggs, home-baked goods, handcrafted items and food, gift items, art, jewelry and more. Kitchen has food available.
Saturday, Jan. 19 Svensen Flea Market 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wickiup Grange, 92683 Svensen Market Road, Svensen. Indoor flea market features antiques, toys, household items and other great stuff. Long Beach Grange Indoor Market 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-7778898, www.longbeachgrange.org/Weekend-Market2.html, free admission, vendors $10 per table per day.
Sunday, Jan. 20 Svensen Flea Market 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wickiup Grange, 92683 Svensen Market Road, Svensen.
EVENTS Thursday, Jan. 17 “Jungleers In Battle” Screening 6 p.m., Cannon Beach History Center and Museum, 1387 S. Spruce St., Cannon Beach, 503436-9301, www.cbhistory.org, $5 to $10 suggested donation. A documentary premiere of “Jungleers In Battle,” featuring oral histories of 41st Infantry troops from Oregon in World War II, will be shown, with the director in attendance to discuss the film. 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. 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 “Crooked Letter, Crooked Letter,” by Tom Franklin. Derrick Ray 7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free. Derrick Ray, local fisherman and former captain on “Deadliest Catch” will speak about his experiences on the sea and on TV. Nature Matters 7 p.m., Fort George Lovell Building, 426 14th St., Astoria, 503-325-7468, www.fortgeorgebrewery.com, free. Hydrologist Jennifer Morace will speak about water contaminants in the Columbia River.
Friday, Jan. 18 Community and School Variety Show 7 p.m., Naselle High School Commons, 793 State Route 4, Naselle, Wash., 360-484-3602, donations welcome, desserts provided. Members of the community, from Naselle to Cannon Beach, will perform music, dance and theater.
Saturday, Jan. 19 Windless Kite Festival 8 a.m. doors open for free flying, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. main events, Long Beach School Gymnasium, 400 Washington Ave., S., Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-4020, http://kitefestival.com /windless-kite-festival-2/, admission by donation. Kite flyers and spectators alike will enjoy the high-flying fun of indoor windless kite competitions and demonstrations. Today’s events include free instruction from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on how to keep ultra-light kites aloft and “dancing.” “Wintering Over: Snugly fixed in their huts” 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Fort Clatsop, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, 503-861-2471, Ext. 214, www.nps.gov/lewi. Meet members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, portrayed by first-person living historians, as they endure the winter of 1805-06 on the North Coast. Beach Cleanup 9:30 a.m., all major beach approaches on the Long Beach (Wash.) Peninsula, shelly@ourbeach.org, www.ourbeach.org. Join the GrassRoots Garbage Gang to help clean up the beaches, then warm up with a hot bowl of chowder, split pea soup or chili. “Lapland Odyssey” Screening 11 a.m., Appelo Archives Center, 1056 State Route 4, Naselle, Wash., 360-484-7103, www.appeloarchives.org, $5 donation requested. In this award-winning Finnish comedy, a man and his friends must overcome obstacles in wintertime Lapland while learning that the journey is more important than success. Rated R for nudity and sex. United Paws Adoptathon Noon to 3 p.m., 4-H Dorm, Tillamook County Fairgrounds, 4603 Third St., Tillamook, 503-8425663, http://unitedpaws.wordpress.com. Adoption fee includes neuter/spay or certificate for neuter/spay. Animals are current with inoculations. Adopters will be screened for animals’ safety. Dogs are microchipped.
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Stepping Out EVENTS continued
KALA Calling all road trippers: How to quit your job and travel the US for a year on $180
YOUTH EVENTS
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Saturday, Jan. 19
“A Celebration of the Road” 7 p.m., KALA, 1017 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-338-4878, www.usaodd.com, $6 at the door. Shane and Amy Bugbee present “How to quit your job and travel the USA for a year on $180: A Celebration of the Road.” Refreshments will be available.
Beach Party Family Program 1 to 2 p.m., Ilwaco Timberland Library, 158 First Ave. N., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-3908, www.TRL.org, free. Aloha! Take the family to the library for Hawaiian-themed stories, activities and crafts. Check out some books and films on Hawaii to share at home.
Sunday, Jan. 20 Windless Kite Festival 8 a.m. doors open for free flying, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. main events, Long Beach School Gymnasium, 400 Washington Ave., S., Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-4020, http://kitefestival.com/windless-kite-festival-2/, admission by donation. “Wintering Over: Snugly fixed in their huts” 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Fort Clatsop, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, 503-861-2471, Ext. 214, www.nps.gov/lewi Didgeridoo Reiki Healing Circle 1:30 to 2 p.m., RiversZen Yoga, 399 31st St., Astoria, 503-440-3554, http://RiversZenYoga.com, free, for ages 18 and older. Join Thom Dickerson for a tonal meditation, starting with a short informational presentation followed by a guided meditation featuring the spiritual vibrations of the didgeridoo, painting tonal pictures of reiki symbols. “One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest” Screening 2 p.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, www.liberty-theater.org, $6 at the door. Celebrate the 51st anniversary of Ken Kesey's iconic novel by seeing the classic movie, presented by the Astoria International Film Festival.
Monday, Jan. 21 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Gathering 4:45 p.m., 12th and Commercial streets, Astoria, drewherzig@yahoo.com, free. Join the Lower Columbia Diversity Project in honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The 12th Street Band will perform at the corner of 12th and Commercial streets at 4:45 p.m. and at approximately 5 p.m., there will be a candlelight walk through downtown Astoria, followed by a gathering at Peace Lutheran Church’s Fellowship Hall, at 12th and Exchange streets. A simple meal of soup and bread will be provided by the North Coast Food Web and the Blue Scorcher Bakery.
Tuesday, Jan. 22 PageTurners Book Discussion 6 to 7 p.m., Naselle Timberland Library, 4 Parpala Road, Naselle, Wash., 360-484-3877, www.TRL.org, free, for adults. Join in a discussion of “Blind Goddess,” by Anne Holt. Books are available for checkout at the library’s circulation desk. Bring a list of books you’d love to read and share and help decide the titles for future discussions.
Wednesday, Jan. 23 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.
Thursday, Jan. 24 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. Ales & Ideas 7 p.m., Fort George Brewery and Public House, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, 503-338-2335, ncook@clatsopcc.edu (Nancy Cook), www.clatsopcc.edu, free. Clatsop Community College Developmental English instructor Marian Derlet presents “Brain Rewiring for Dummies: How to Improve Your Cognitive Competence.”
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CLASSES Saturday, Jan. 19 Ride for the Horses 8:30 a.m., Gearhart Workout, 3581 U.S. Highway 101, Gearhart, 503-738-6221, roz@gearhartworkout.com, www.gearhartworkout.com, $25 minimum donation. Guest instructor Lance Coffel will lead an 80-minute cycle class, “Ride for the Horses,” with proceeds benefiting Wild Horse Mountain Ranch, a nonprofit wild mustang rescue organization in Sherwood.
Sunday, Jan. 20 “From Finnish Radicals to Farm-Labor Alliances” 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Columbia River Maritime Museum, Kern Room, 1792 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-325-2323, www.crmm.org, $3 to $10 suggested donation (not required), reservations requested (not required), at sarah@rop.org. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore the history of the activists and visionaries who fought for social and economic justice on Oregon’s North Coast in the first half of the 20th century.
Thursday, Jan. 24 Painting Challenges 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 24 to March 28, Trail’s End Art Association, 656 A St., Gearhart, 503-717-9458, http://trailsendart.org, www.dahlstenart.com, free, $60 donation to TEAA suggested. Shirley Dahlsten will offer a new art course with challenging assignments and demos in various mediums. All levels of expertise.
ASTORIA – KALA will present the people they documented on a special event for road trippers their year-long journey across and road trip dreamers at 7 p.m. America, including Dennis Saturday, Jan. 19: “How to quit Banks of the American Indian your job and travel the USA for Movement, Ian MacKaye of Fugazi and a year on Minor Threat $180: A Celfame, and ebration of photographer the Road.” Joel Peter Trade Witkin. stories with The Bugfellow travelbees hit the ers and road road with only t ri ppers. 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 $180, a camArm chai r KALA era, a laptop , travelers are their dog and wel com e, 1017 Marine Drive, Astoria their turtle. too. Hear www.usaodd.com They spent stories about $6 at the door more than 12 the highs and
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lows, joys and pains of traveling the roadways of the U.S. and the mind. Join Shane and Amy Bugbee for a multimedia event featuring short videos (one to three minutes), photographs and art. See interviews with some of
Astor Street Opry Company Run twice as fast as you can to ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Children’s Theatre auditions Saturday Jan. 19 ASTORIA — The Astor Street Opry Company’s (ASOC) fifth season of Winter Children’s Theatre will feature “Alice in Wonderland: A Children’s Operetta and Musical Adventure in One Act.” The production will open March 8 and run through March 24. Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, with doors opening at 7 p.m., and 2 p.m. Sundays, with doors opening at 1:30 p.m., at the
ASOC Playhouse at 129 W. Bond St.
Astor Street Opry Company Auditions ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Noon Saturday, Jan. 19 Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse 129 W. Bond St., Astoria 503-458-5855 www.astorstreetoprycompany.com Sponsored by CMH Pedi-
atrics, the musical theater presentation will be directed by Becka Blacksten-Ernst, with codirection by Heather Ramsdell and music direction by ChrisLynn Taylor. With colorful, fantastical costumes by Terrie McDonald and beautiful set designs by Julie House, ASOC’s version of Lewis Carroll’s wellknown dream-adventure novella, “Alice in Wonderland” is youthful in spirit, but sophisticated enough
months finding America and discovering themselves. Enjoy home-baked goodies and refreshing libations. Tickets are $6 at the door. The Bugbees’ new book and movie will be available, and the e-book will be available for a pay-what-you-want donation. For more information on the Bugbees and their project, visit www.usaodd.com KALA is located at 1017 Marine Drive.
to captivate adults as it holds true to the traditional story with fresh, original musical. Auditions for the fun winter activity for children ages 8 to 14 will be held at noon Saturday, Jan. 19, at the ASOC Playhouse. There are parts for more than 36 young performers and no experience is needed. For more information, call Children’s Theatre Production Manager Tammy Payne at 503458-5855. For more about Astor Street Opry Company, visit www.astorstreetoprycompany .com
Appelo Archives Center Old Time Loggers Reunion scheduled for Jan. 26 NASELLE, Wash. — The Appelo Archives Center year’s event. Each has a long history of working in will host the third annual the woods, and they have Old Time Loggers Reunion both meant a great deal to from noon to 4 p.m. Saturthe community and the inday, Jan. 26, at the Center at dustry. The Center invites 1056 State Route 4. everyone to come wish them The event is intended to well and share stories with Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26 bring together loggers and them. Appelo Archives Center timber workers, as well as Refreshments will be 1056 State Route 4, Naselle Wash. anyone who has worked in provided and the Center’s 360-484-7013 the industry. Their families new cafe will be open. All and all in the area who want activities will be held in the www.appeloarchives.org to honor the industry’s imlower level, with the logging displays downstairs as portance to the past and present are welcome. well. The Archives Center’s Board of Directors will For more information, contact Samantha Hollo honor Howard Laney and Johnny Berguist at this at the Center at 360-484-7103.
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The Grays River Weyerhaeuser Camp. – PHOTO COURTESY OF ROD SMITH
Columbia River Maritime Museum Rural Organizing Project explores social movements on North Coast ASTORIA — The Rural Organizing Project’s History from Below workshop will make its second stop on a statewide tour at the Columbia River Maritime Museum’s Kern Room at 1792 Marine Drive from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20. This Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend, Oregon Humanities and the Rural Organizing Project present North Coast residents with a unique opportunity to take a trip back in social movement time. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore the history of the activists and visionaries who fought for social and economic justice on Oregon’s North Coast in the first half of the 20th century. Beginning in the early 1900s, Svensen and Astoria’s vibrant community of radical Finns printed a popular socialist newspaper, founded successful cooperatives, and used theater and music to advance their socialist ideals. And in the late 1930s, Clatsop County progressives joined unions, socialists
and farmer organizations from across Oregon to push forward a broad progressive agenda
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‘From Finnish Radicals to Farm-Labor Alliances’ 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20 Columbia River Maritime Museum Kern Room 1792 Marine Drive, Astoria $3 to $10 suggested donation Reservations requested, at sarah@rop.org Donations and reservations not required
through the Oregon Commonwealth Federation. “From Finnish Radicals to Farm-Labor Alliances: The History of Social Movements on Oregon’s North Coast” is a participatory workshop that invites participants to explore those moments when passionate, princi-
banded together in hopes of changing the course of history at the local, state or national level. Liisa Penner, Clatsop County Historical Society Archivist, and Leroy Adolphson, grandson of human rights activist, communist and mayoralcandidate Emelia Bohm, will
join oral historian Sandy Polishuk, author of “Sticking To The Union: An Oral History of The Life and Times of Julia Ruuttila,” to share stories and background about the radical Finns. University of Oregon History Professor Daniel Pope will provide an overview of rural and social movements and touch on the Oregon Commonwealth Federation, a New Deal-era farmerlabor coalition that included leadership from Clatsop County progressives which fought against the privatization of natural resources, utilities, war industries and banks, and advocated for civil rights, pensions for the unemployed, and free medical care for children and the poor. Breakout sessions will offer participants the opportunity to dig deeper into this history by exploring historical archives of social movement activity on the North Coast and analyzing what they reveal about the values, demands and strategies of these movements. A facilitated discussion will explore the connections
between grassroots movements past and present. Light refreshments will be provided. A sliding scale donation of $3 to $10 is suggested; no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Reservations are requested but not required; contact sarah@rop.org This program is organized by the Rural Organizing Project, a statewide network of autonomous grassroots groups working to advance democracy and human dignity in Oregon’s rural, frontier and small towns. The workshop is made possible in part by a grant from Oregon Humanities (OH), a statewide nonprofit organization and an independent affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, which funds OH’s grant program. For more information about this event, contact Arline LaMear at 503-338-6883 or cliffandarline@msn.com, or Sarah Loose at 503-367-0157 or sarah@rop .org, or visit http://oregon historyfrombelow. wordpress .com
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Appelo Archives Center Award-winning film ‘Lapland Odyssey’ to be screened NASELLE, Wash. — This month’s Finnish Janne), Best Supporting Actor (Kari Ketomovie at the Appelo Archives Center is a nen who plays Pikko-Mikko) and Best Coscomedy. It will be shown tume Design (Anna at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. Vippunen). It has also 19, at the Center at 1056 won an award from anState Route 4. other international organi“Lapland Odyssey” zation for Best (“Napapiirin Sankarit”) Cinematography and was 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 was produced in 2010. In nominated for Best OrigAppelo Archives Center 2011, it won three Jussi inal Score. 1056 State Route 4, Naselle, Wash. (equivalent of Academy The story follows www.appeloarchives.org Award) Awards: Best Janne, a man from LapFilm (Aleksi Bardy), land in Northern Finland, $5 donation requested who ekes out a living on Best Script (Pekko PesoFilm is rated R for nudity and sex nen) and Best Direction welfare. Inari, his girl(Dome Karukoski). It was also nominated friend, is tired of Janne’s inability to get a for Best Actor (Jussi Vatanen who plays grip on life. Janne spent the money Inari had
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Wes Wahrmund will play at the Mix and Mingle Jazz Night events from January to May. – PHOTO COURTESY OF MICHAEL COSTELLO
Cannon Beach Gallery Mix and Mingle night will warm up your winter and spring with weekly jazz CANNON BEACH — The Cannon Beach Arts Association introduces a new music series, Mix and Mingle Jazz Night, at the Cannon Beach Gallery, 1064 S. Hemlock St. The weekly event will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday nights through the spring (January to May 31). It will feature Cannon Beach jazz guitarist Wes Wahrmund and friends. This event will be free and open to the public, and light appetizers and libations will be served. The event is funded by the Cannon Beach Arts Association and the city of Cannon Beach Tourism and Arts Fund. More information about this event and the other programs of the CBAA can be found on its website at www.cannonbeacharts.org or by following the Cannon Beach Gallery on Facebook.
Pacific Integrated Martial Arts: Classes are expanding, Zumba for kids in two age groups is on the way LONG BEACH, Wash. — Zumba Kids classes are now forming at Pacific Integrated Martial Arts, 2103 Pacific N. Separate classes for ages 4 to 7 and 8 to 12 will be packed with specially choreographed routines and the latest music such as hip-hop, reggae and cumbia. Zumba Kids classes are a good way to increase focus and self-confidence, boost metabolism and improve coordination. To sign-up now call 360-2444322 or online at www.P-IMA.com
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given him to buy a digital TV box. Fed up, Inari gives an ultimatum: a digital box needs to arrive by dawn or she leaves. Janne sets out into the night heading for Rovaniemi with his two friends to find a box. On their way, Janne and his friends face many challenges, obstacles and temptations. They learn that they need to be daring. There’s no room to give in to bitterness. The most important thing isn’t success, but rather the journey itself. An added attraction of the film are the scenes of Lapland in winter. The film is rated R because of nudity and sex. Its run time is 92 minutes. A donation of $5 is requested. For more about the Appelo Archives Center, visit www.appeloarchives.org
Long Beach School Gymnasium Windless Kite Festival flies the friendly indoor skies this weekend LONG BEACH, Wash. — Neither gale-force wind nor torrential rain will dampen spirits at the 12th annual Windless Kite Festival, Jan. 19 and 20, on Washington’s Long Beach Peninsula. Kite flyers and spectators will take to the shelter of the Long Beach School Gymnasium at 400 Washington Ave., S., to compete, exhibit, watch and learn about flying kites indoors during this two-day, fun, family-friendly event brought to you by the World Kite Museum and Hall of Fame. “The things these flyers can do with kites are amazing!” said Andi Day, the Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Bureau executive director. “Watching the graceful aerobatics of cheerful, colorful kites during the dark days of winter is a great way to spend a January weekend.” Featured flyer this year is 11-year-old Travis Reedy. Amateur and notable flyers, including Connor Doran (of “America’s Got Talent” fame) and event organizer Scott Davis, will compete, exhibit and instruct festival-goers on the art
and craft of flying kites indoors. Program times are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, and 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan.
door Singleline and the crowdfavorite Hot Tricks Shoot Out, where flyers challenge each other to match one difficult stunt after
Windless Kite Festival 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 19 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 20 8 a.m. doors open for free flying time both days Long Beach School Gymnasium 400 Washington Ave., S., Long Beach, Wash. 360-642-4020 http://kitefestival.com/windless-kite-festival-2/ Admission by donation
20. The gym opens at 8 a.m. both days for free flying time. Spectators are welcome. Event admission is by donation. With adept hand and foot work, flyers will wow crowds as they artfully perform choreographed routines and compete as solos, duos and groups. Included among the competitive events are the first Open Individuals In-
another. Free instruction in keeping ultra-light kites aloft and “dancing” with flicks of the wrist and movement across the floor will be offered from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Saturday. Host to the annual Washington State International Kite Festival each August, Long Beach has been called the “Kite Capital
of the U.S.” Kite shops, resident kite flyers, and the beloved World Kite Museum provide enjoyment for longtime enthusiasts and first-time flyers alike. A 28-mile spit of land in the southwestern-most corner of Washington, the Long Beach Peninsula boasts a string of coastal communities with satisfying restaurants, fresh seafood, welcoming accommodations, unique shops and fine art galleries. Attractions include national and state parks, the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, two historic lighthouses, an 8.5mile paved coastal bike and pedestrian trail, the Willapa Bay National Wildlife Refuge, oneof-a-kind museums, and a 26mile stretch of wide, sandy public beach. For a complete schedule of events, call the World Kite Museum at 360-642-4020 or visit http://kitefestival.com/windlesskite-festival-2 For destination information, call the Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Bureau at 800-4512542 or log on to www.funbeach .com
LEFT. Sam Johnson, the executive director of the Columbia River Maritime Museum, shows off the renovated boat building space inside the Barbey Maritime Center for Research and Industry. The building was formerly used as a train depot. – ALEX PAJUNAS PHOTO
Barbey Maritime Center grand opening celebration 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25
Astoria Railroad Preservation Association is a great source for additional history of Astoria’s railroads, the people who buit them and its stations.
2042 Marine Drive, approximately three blocks east of the CRMM
Old is New Astoria’s historic train depot is renovated, restored and ready to go– dubbed the Barbey Maritime Center, the building will hosts classes and special events
Sam Johnson wants you. He wants your stories and your pictures of Astoria’s historic train depot – preferably old, but new will do, too. The Columbia River Maritime Museum’s (CRMM) executive director has a passion for history and for building: building community relationships, buildings and boats, as well as restoring, repairing and all that accompanies the processes. Case in point, the old and neglected – but still beautiful – Astoria train depot sat on the grounds of the CRMM, begging to be rescued. Johnson and his trusty band of like-minded souls heard the call and have have involved themselves in the past, present and future of the building, now formally known as the Barbey Maritime Center for Research and Industry (BMC) and most fondly dubbed as simply “the depot.” The first passenger train from Portland arrived in Astoria on May 16, 1898, carrying 700 people. Astorians celebrated the arrival at Astoria’s first depot, a wooden structure that operated from 1898 to 1923. It was located close to where the pilot boat, the Peacock, now sits proudly on the CRMM’s campus facing Marine Drive. “It somehow evaded the devastating fire of 1922 but not the wrecking ball,” said John Niemann, president of the Astoria Railroad Preservation Association. The wooden depot proved inadequate for the city’s growing rail business. A much larger brick depot was constructed in 1923 in the depot’s current location, and it operated on and off through the next several decades. “The 1923 depot had three distinct spaces,” Johnson said. “The east wing stored freight. The west wing housed the men’s waiting room and luggage storage, a small freight desk and space for depot staff. A ticket window and women’s waiting room for women and children (and I suppose men who did not smoke or chew) was located in the far west part of the west wing.” But time, like trains, moves on. Diesel engines replaced steam engines following World War II, and in the 1950s automobiles became both available and affordable to America’s emerging middle class. Dependence on travel by passenger trains soon became a thing of the past.
A building with a long history and an ambitious new beginning
If you have stories or pictures that pertain to the history of Astoria’s historic train depot that you would like to share, contact the CRMM at 503-325-2323 or johnson@crmm.org
Fast forward 90 years to 2013: the same 1923 brick building, the same location, but today the depot glows again with a facelift just shy of $2.5 million. Renovations began in October 2011, and aside from a couple small items, the work was fully complete by the end of 2012. BMC’s grand opening dedication is from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 25. Free and open to the public, it is an unveiling of a building with a long history and an ambitious new beginning. The depot will provide spaces for classes, boat building and special events. “We are looking for tools of all kinds (especially hand-tools) to reduce start-up costs,” Johnson said. “The classes include workshops on how to build traditional native American dip nets like those used at Celilo Falls, waterfowl decoy making, beginning woodworking, carving (northwest Indian and name boards) and a number of five-day classes focusing on boat building: traditional
Members of the association are currently restoring a steam engine and they’re happy to share their knowledge with the public. 503-325-5323 info@astoriarailroad.org www.astoriarailroad.org
lapstrake and carvel planked boats, glue-seam boats, and large models, pattern making and bronze casting. Everyone loves to play with hot metal.” Classes will be open to the general public and museum members. The first public event the almost-completed BMC was Art a la cARTe, a fundraiser for the Liberty Theater. The event took place in November and proved a resounding success. Liberty Theater board president Betty Smith, who cohosted the event with the late Jill Graham, found “along with an incredible view from inside and out, it was large enough to hold 250 people, a band, catering and the art! The space has great energy.” Once again, Sam Johnson and his dedicated depot deputies want you: you and your history of the depot building. Historical photos and memories are just the ticket to unite the walls of the new Barbey Maritime Center to its past.
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nternationally renowned Thai food expert and restaurant owner David Thompson says that “Thai food isn’t about simplicity. It’s about the juggling of disparate elements to create a harmonious finish. Like a complex musical chord, it’s got to have a smooth surface, but it doesn’t matter what’s happening underneath. Simplicity isn’t the dictum here, at all. Some westerners think it’s a jumble of flavors, but to a Thai, that’s important; it’s the complexity they delight in.” Blue Ocean Thai Cuisine in Astoria proves it is indeed a maestro of the Thai culinary symphony: Each dish is as delicious as the next, and the restaurant offers a dining experience that is close to flawless. We began our meal with two appetizers and two soups. The first appetizer of Goong Sarong, shrimp wrapped in crispy spring rolls and served with sweet plum sauce, was a great first taste for the evening. Similar to the fried shrimp one might order in a Chinese restaurant but crisper and less greasy, these would be a comfortable first foray into Thai food for those who have yet to experience it. Ka Nom Geeb, or steamed chicken dumplings, were up next, with “special sauce.” The flavorful blend of spices in the chicken mixture was delicate, nuanced, barely perceptible, but unforgettable at the same time, highlighted with the soft sweetness of the steamed dumpling shell. Though not
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listed on the menu, my palate suggests that the secret sauce may contain “kecap,” a medium-sweet soy sauce used frequently in Thai and Indonesian cooking; it is thicker and sweeter than the soy sauce most of us are used to, and packs a powerful flavor punch. In Japanese cuisine, soy sauce is said to provide “umami,” which is now recognized as one of the five basic tastes (the others being sweet, salty, sour, and bitter). The human tongue has receptors for L-glutamate, one of the freely occurring ingredients in soy sauce, lending what roughly translates to a “pleasant, savory taste,” and making it different than the other four tastes.
Left, Goong Sarong, shrimp wrapped in crispy spring rolls served with sweet plum sauce, and, right, Ka Nom Geeb, or steamed chicken dumplings, with “special sauce.”
The first soup I sampled was Tom Kha Goong, a traditional Thai favorite, which is a hot and sour shrimp soup with coconut milk, mushrooms and galangal (a rhizome of plants in the ginger family). One of my favorites from any Thai restaurant, I have sampled many versions over the years, and I can indisputably say that Blue Ocean Thai’s incarnation is the most exceptional. Even as I write this I am still at a loss for how to describe the many different flavors and textures that harmonized
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work, the atmosphere could improve. The tables and chairs are basic and seem more appropriate for an office.
PRICES:The prices are remarkably low, given the exceptional quality of the food. Appetizers start at $5, and cups of soup are $4; entrees cost $9.95 to $15.95. The portion sizes are ample, and I would expect to pay more. Lunch menu items are $6.95, Monday through Friday.
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ATMOSPHERE: Although there is some lovely Thai art-
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together so melodically; the sweetness of the coconut milk, the saltiness of tomato, the mellow astringency of Kaffir lime leaves, the tender bite of shrimp … I marvel at how a soup so light and del-
‘One of my favorites from any Thai restaurant, I have sampled many versions (of Tom Kha Goong soup) over the years, and I can indisputably say that Blue Ocean Thai’s incarnation is the most exceptional.’ icate can at the same time taste so rich. This soup is a stunning culinary celebration. As a first entrée I selected Pad Thai, a dish that has popularized Thai cuisine in the United States. It consists of stir-fried rice noodles, eggs, fish sauce, ground peanuts, bean sprouts and various combinations of meats and vegetables. Once again, the dish was delicious and without flaw. A second entrée of Pad Pra Rahm with shrimp followed next. Pra Rahm is another of my favorites; the spicy peanut sauce is both salty and
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beaches Lots of groups of all ages participated in SOLVE’s 2010 Spring Beach Cleanup at Seaside. – HUGH MCKENNA, FOR THE DAILY ASTORIAN
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GRGG volunteers add trash to their bags during a beach cleanup south of Bolstad Approach on the Long Beach (Wash.) Peninsula in 2012. – SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Imagine an empty plastic water bottle sitting on a foodladen picnic table. A gust of wind sweeps it away before anyone notices. Late afternoon rain washes it into a river-bound storm drain. The bottle takes a journey of several weeks to the ocean where currents carry it to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a massive debris field located halfway between Hawaii and California. Trapped in the circular currents for several years, it doesn’t biodegrade but slowly breaks down into tiny, toxic fragments. As those fragments sink lower into the water column, passing lanternfish ingest them. Tuna eat the lanternfish, a trawler nets the tuna, and the plastic returns to land again as dinner. Birds, such as the albatross, are also drawn to small, brightly colored pieces of plastic. Mistaking trash for food, they feed it to their young. Scientists who study dead seabirds often find their stomachs loaded with plastic, everything from lighters to bottle caps to toys, which can damage the birds’ digestive tracts or impede their ability to absorb nutrients, eventually killing them. Large pieces cause problems too. Sea turtles swallow plastic bags, misidentifying them as jellyfish, or get entangled in old fishing nets or the plastic rings used to hold six packs together. Plastic is everywhere, and it never goes away. If you go for a walk on the beach tonight, venture toward the tide line. Tangled among the seaweed and crab shells, you’ll find a lot of trash, much of it plastic. Since winter storms bring large portions of the garbage patch to shore, this is a great time of year for a cleanup. Vol-
Story by AMY RYDING unteers now have the chance to pick up some of the pieces before they become too small to collect. Shelly Pollock, organizer of the GrassRoots Garbage Gang, got her start with beach cleaning thanks to a young relative. “My inspiration was my niece, my youngest niece, who’s now 19 and engaged. Twelve years ago, maybe, we were walking on the beach New Year’s Day,” Pollock says. “We were walking over the high tide line, and there was a lot of debris
‘We were walking over the high tide line, and there was a lot of debris we had to step over to get to the water. She looked up and said, ‘Oh, I’m so sorry! Nobody cares about your beach.’’ we had to step over to get to the water. She looked up and said, ‘Oh, I'm so sorry! Nobody cares about your beach.’” Pollock’s resolution that year: to show she did care by doing her part to keep the beach clean. A few months later, Ellen Anderson made her own resolution. “It was the first year I experienced the unbelievable ugly aftermath of July 4th,” she says. “I resolved to restore
the beach to its natural state no matter what it took to do it.” Appropriately, the two met on the beach. “We both had big bags of garbage, and we spotted each other from a distance,” Anderson recalls. “Obviously, similar minds had to meet and agree that there’s gotta be a community out there that cared.” From their joint dedication, GRGG grew. “It’s evolved over the years,” Pollock says, “and it’s not just any one person. It’s a huge community effort, so I find it to be rewarding on a number of counts. One, you feel better because you have a clean beach, and it looks good; you know you’ve done something for the environment and the birds; you’ve gotten to know your neighbors. I think it’s a big community builder, frankly. And I love that it’s not controversial. Everybody supports it.” The Gang’s first organized cleanup had about 12 volunteers. “We had two pick-up trucks, and we picked up 900 pounds of garbage in the wind and rain,” Pollock says. “It was terrible outside, but logistically, we just wanted to figure out if we could do it before we invited more volunteers in. Because if you don’t do it right, your volunteers won’t come back. They want to know their time’s well-utilized. We never want somebody to come and not have a good experience or feel like their effort wasn’t needed.” The cleanups now have hundreds of volunteers, a truck brigade to help haul trash to dumpsters, ham radio operators at every major beach approach for quick communication and coordinators who supply volunteers with bags and direct them to areas where their help is most needed. The coordinator’
main job is “to embrace every volunteer who comes in and tell them how much we love them because we do,” Pollock says. SOLVE has been caring for Oregon’s environmental health since 1969. Jeneé Pearce-Mushen, SOLVE's Cannon Beach’s liaison, organizes several beach cleanups every year. Volunteers from all over the world pitch in to help. “Cannon Beach has been mentioned in the news in Germany, France and Japan during 2012 for all that SOLVE and the city of Cannon Beach have done to help protect our environment, which protects our children,” Pearce-Mushen says. “The new generation will help keep our oceans and planet clean.” Ultimately, the goal is not just to clean oceans and beaches, but to find alternatives to plastic. “We’re happy,” says Pollock of the cleanup efforts, “but we can still innovate.” Programs like CARTM in Manzanita are innovating new ways to recycle and reuse things that would normally get thrown away by turning them into art or revitalizing them for resale. Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” From 1984 to 2006, SOLVE volunteers removed more than 1,000 tons of trash from Oregon beaches. GRGG has gone from picking up 900 pounds of garbage during its first cleanup to more than 20 tons in 2012. “Our effort is so grass-roots – I feel so inspired every time we all work together,” Anderson says. “People are attracted to this location, due to the beach, for their home or vacation, so why wouldn’t we strive for the best, cleanest beach environment on the coast?”
Help clean up this weekend with GRGG Friday, Jan. 18 4:30 p.m. – Supply distribution 5:30 p.m. – Potluck at the Peninsula Baptist Church at 23802 Pacific Way, Ocean Park, Wash. With a guest speaker from the Department of Ecology. Saturday, Jan. 19 9:30 a.m. – Come to any major beach approach, and beach coordinators will point you in the right direction. Be sure to dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and bring a pair of gloves to protect your hands. Soup feed to follow at the Ocean Park Moose Lodge at 25915 U St., Ocean Park, Wash.
Future cleanups to keep on your calendar GRGG – Saturday, April 20 and Friday, July 5 For more information, or to get involved, contact Shelly Pollock at Shelly@OurBeach.org SOLVE – Saturday, March 30 For more information, or to volunteer, contact Jeneé Pearce-Mushen at jenee@pacificalarmsystem.com
Walking with other GrassRoots Garbage Gang volunteers, Marcia Romito, right, shows off a trash pick up stick at the 2012 Fourth of July parade in Ocean Park, Wash. GRGG holds an annual beach cleanup day on July 5. – SUBMITTED PHOTO
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To all of our customers from the Winners of the 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Dooger’s Seafood & Grill, Long Beach, Warrenton and Seaside -- Best Chowder Astoria Co-op -- Best Grocery Store
City Lumber -- Best Home Improvement Store
Box K Auto -- Best Automotive Shop (tie)
Jim Varner’s Automotive -- Best Automotive Shop (tie)
Lum’s Auto Center -- Best Car Dealership
T-Paul’s Urban Café -- Best Lunch Spot
Astoria Golf & Country Club -- Best Golf
Brim’s Farm & Garden -- Best Garden Center
Fultano’s -- Best Pizza
Columbia River Maritime Museum -- Best Museum
Blue Ocean Thai Cuisine -- Best Asian Food
Olde Towne Trading Post -- Best Barista (tie)
Bowpicker Fish & Chips -- Best Fish & Chips
42nd St. Café, Jean Marc Bourgouin -- Best Server
RiverSea Gallery -- Best Art Gallery
Fort George Brewery + Public House -- Best Brew Pub
Finnware -- Best Gift Shop
Astoria Sunday Market -- Best Farmer’s Market
Yoga Namaste -- Best Yoga Class
The Spa at Cannery Pier Hotel -- Best Spa
Astoria Coffee House & Bistro -- Best Coffee House
Astoria–Warrenton Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival
The Rio Café -- Best Latin Food
-- Best Local Festival
Curves -- Best Gym
Cannery Pier Hotel -- Best Hotel
Bloomin’ Crazy -- Best Florist
Debra Bowe -- Best Realtor
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Cannon Beach History Center Astoria artist takes a journey through grief in emotional quilt exhibit CANNON BEACH — The Cannon Beach History Center and Museum will showcase the textile work of Astoria quilt artist Constance Waisanen. Waisanen documents the process of loss and recovery in her first exhibit at the History Center. The show will feature nine selections varying in size, color and emotion. Grief is an emotion we all experience at one point or another in our lives. We grieve the loss of jobs, people and pets, youth, health and the shifting shape of relationships. Several years ago Waisanen With Constance Waisanen embarked on a journey “through 5 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26 the valley of the shadow of death.” She was mystified by the Cannon Beach History Center sudden burst of creativity that and Museum came from her loss. 1387 S. Spruce St., Cannon Beach “There have been many mys503-436-9301 teries during this time,” she said, “not the least of which was www.cbhistory.org the incredible creative energy that bubbled to the surface as a healing balm. Astoria quilt artist Constance Waisanen. – SUBMITTED PHOTO “Each of these pieces represents an aspect I was processing. The ideas came to me in the half-light of that curious dreamy place between sleep and waking. Each idea was birthed whole cloth, with very little in process editing.” The pieces are accompanied by an original poem that was either inspired by or inspired her fiber art. Each piece is unique and carries the viewer along the path of grief, from one emotion to another. Some of her work is bright and full of life, while other pieces invoke trudging through the darkness, with just a glimmer of light ahead. A creative and innovative quilter, Waisanen transfers orig- The quilt "Despair" by Constance Waisanen. – SUBMITTED PHOTO inal drawings to freezer paper templates, which are used to cut precise individual pieces. Her selec- Jan. 26. tion of fabric ranges from commercial batiks to conversation prints Meet Waisanen and hear music provided by local musician Brian to fabric that she has hand dyed or painted. Johnstone, an accomplished jazz and flamenco guitarist. RefreshEach piece is marked and meticulously sewn together by ma- ments will be available. chine. The topstitching is done free motion on a standard sewing The exhibit will run through March. machine “using the needle like a pencil to draw on the surface of the The Cannon Beach History Center and Museum is located at fabric with thread, the images evolving as I sew.” 1387 S. Spruce St., at the corner of Sunset. For more information, The exhibit opens with a reception from 5 to 6 p.m. Saturday, call 503-436-9301 or visit www.cbhistory.org
‘Journey Through Grief’ Opening Reception
One of Constance Waisanen’s art quilts is shown, from her series ‘Journey Through Grief,’ on exhibit at Cannon Beach History Center. – SUBMITTED PHOTO
Letters to the Editor A good newspaper is a two-way street. You learn from us and we learn from you. Open Forum • PO Box 210 Astoria, OR 97103
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sweet, and the blend of vegetables it sits atop lends mellow heartiness as a perfect balancing act. My only quibble with the dish was that the broccoli was a bit overly steamed, but it detracted in no way from the overall flavor profile of the dish. My last entrée of Massaman Curry was also nothing short of outstanding. The flavoring for Massaman curry, which is actually a dish of Muslim origin, is a paste called “nam phrik kaeng matsaman.” The dish usually contains coconut milk, roasted peanuts or cashews, potatoes, cardamom
pods, tamarind and bay leaves, among other spices. Sixteenth century Persian traders often brought unusual spices to the south coast of Thailand, where the dish originated. As an interesting side note, in 2011, a reader poll from CNNGo rated Massaman Curry number 10 out of the 50 most delicious foods in the world. I’ve no doubt that if CNNGo had sampled the one offered at Blue Ocean, it would have ranked even higher. Again, the simple nuance of such complex flavors was impeccable, not overly curried, and prepared perfectly. I highly recommend Blue Ocean Thai Cuisine, and I commend the restaurant on its excellence.
Astoria Parks and Recreation: Game night, youth chef class on tap ASTORIA — A free game night will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18, at Port of Play, 785 Alameda Ave. Bring family and friends for a night of friendly competition featuring board games, card games, video games and more. Snacks will be available for purchase, and prizes will be awarded to top winners. For more info, call 503-325-8669.
And for budding chefs, Lil’ Chefs Preschool Cooking Class will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Jan. 21 through 24, also at Port of Play. It’s time to learn what it takes to be a chef. Learn some of the basics of cooking and following recipes. For questions or to register, call 503-3258669, or visit at http://astoriaparks.com
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The brew is cold, LaFever is hot ASTORIA — Lulu LaFever has been compared to Ella Fitzgerald, Bonnie Raitt and Cindy Lauper. Her songwriting has the sizzle of pop jazz and the fun of juke joint swing. With her band, Lulu LaFever and the Hot Tamales, she has opened for Big Bad Voo Doo Daddy and Willie Nelson. She is writing the cover songs for future generations, with a style all her own. LaFever also works with at-risk youth, using music as a vehicle to drive home her belief that there is an artistic light in everyone – a light that can change the world. She is a 1994 grant recipient as a singer/songwriter from the
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Oregon Coast Council for the Arts and is also a member of the Oregon Fair Association. LaFever will play starting at 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, at Fort George Brewery and Public House, 1483 Duane St. There is no cover charge. For more information, call 503-325-7468 or visit www.fortgeorgebrewery .com
Lulu LaFever 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20 Fort George Brewery and Public House 1483 Duane St., Astoria 503-325-7468 www.fortgeorgebrewery.com No cover charge
Peninsula Arts Center Matt Brown returns for concert with Miss Michael Jodell LONG BEACH, Wash. — The Peninsula Arts Center will host the vocals of Miss Michael Miss Michael Jodell and Matt Brown. – SUBMITTED PHOTO Jodell and the fine guitar work Brown is one of the Northof Matt Brown at 3 p.m. Satur- in layers of jazz, roots rock and day, Jan. 19. Doors will open at melody, to create a sound that west’s most in-demand players. 2:30 p.m. and stretches beyond Formerly leader of the popular tickets will be her classic coun- Portland band The Baseboard $12 at the door. try roots. Cur- Heaters, he now divides his time rently living in between his recording studio, Born in Portland, her playing in Storm Large’s band Lander, Wyo., melodies and and other projects. Peninsula Jodell grew up 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 lyrics draw from Arts Center regulars will rememsinging harPeninsula Arts Center lush, sweeping ber him from his concert with mony to classic 504 Pacific Ave. N. landscapes, and RedRay Frazier last September. country with her http://peninsulaartscenter.org The Peninsula Arts Center is are narrated by a g ran d m o t h er. $12 voice described located at 504 Pacific Ave. N. Jodell’s singing as “full of torch For more information, visit and songwriting http://peninsulaartscenter.org drew on that foundation, mixing and smoke.”
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Community comes together for variety show dancer from the Little Ballet Theatre; vocal arrangements from local drama club students; and a special performance by the local marimba band. Donations to benefit the Drama Club will be accepted at the door and desserts will be provided. Naselle Schools are located at 793 State Route 4. Call 360-484-3602 for more information.
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A young girl buys an antique box at a yard sale, unaware that inside the collectible lives a malicious ancient spirit. The girl’s father teams with his ex-wife to find a way to end the curse upon their child. Starring: Natasha Calis, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Kyra Sedgwick.
The lives of some visitors and residents of Rome and the romances, adventures and predicaments they get into. Woody Allen’s latest film starring the usual Who’s-Who of modern stars.
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CW Marketplace 40 Personals ADOPTION Abundant love, patience and security are what we offer your baby. Travel, excellent education, arts and adventure await with two committed dads. Please call, text or email anytime about Mark and Jeff. (503)683-2043 or markandjeff1@gmail.com.
55 Caregivers Caregiver needed, Seaside woman. (503)717-9762
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Clatsop Care Center, a 65-bed nursing facility with a large skilled population, is seeking a Director of Nursing. Candidate must have a valid Oregon RN license and strong clinical nursing skills with knowledge about nursing administration in a nursing facility. Clatsop Care Center has a four star rating from the Center for Medicaid/Medicare and has a national reputation for its culture change environment focused on resident-centered care. Applications available at 646 -16th Street, Astoria, Oregon or visit clatsopcare.org. Deadline to apply January 28. EOE. DENAS: Inventory Manager Cannon Beach. Full-time, detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills. Email resume denas@mail.com Experienced Feller Buncher Operator and Timber Fallers Great benefits, year-round work. OʼBrien Timber Falling (503)338-0590 Experienced Shipping and Receiving Clerk, night position. Must have neat handwriting , some math skills, organized and ability to multi-task. Send resumes to Box 202, c/o Daily Astorian P.O. Box 210, Astoria, OR 97103
F/T Maintenance position open at the Hallmark Resort in Cannon Beach Some experience needed. Please send a resume or pick up an application at the front desk. 1400 S. Hemlock/PO Box 547 Cannon Beach, OR 97110. Pre-employment drug test will be necessary. Wanting extra income? I'll show you how. FT or PT (503)738-3839 or (503)440-0675
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Friendly and upbeat Front Desk Agents wanted at the Hallmark Resort in Cannon Beach One year customer service experience desired. Wage depends on experience. Please send your resume to: PO Box 547 Cannon Beach, OR 97110 or pick up an application at the front desk. We are located at: 1400 Hemlock Dr. No phone calls please. Full Time Dental Assistant Required skills include: excellent multi-tasking, EFDA and x-ray certification, at least 1 year experience. Please send resume to 515 15th St. Suite 2 Astoria, OR 97103. OR fax to (503)325-6611
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MCMENAMINS SAND TRAP IN GEARHART is now hiring LINE COOKS and SERVERS! Qualified applicants must have an open & flexible scheduling including, days, evenings, weekends and holidays. We are looking for LINE COOKS and SERVERS who have previous experience and enjoy working in a busy customer service-oriented environment. Please apply online 24/7 at www.mcmenamins.com or pick up a paper application at any McMenamins location. Mail to 430 N. Killingsworth Portland OR, 97217 or fax: 503-221-8749. Call 503-952-0598 for info on other ways to apply. Please no phone calls or emails to individual locations! E.O.E. Need Job Search assistance?
Independent Taxi Drivers Wanted! Be your own boss, work your own schedule. Daily leases, licensing, background, MVR check required. Serious drivers only. Call (503)325-8715 between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday-Friday. Industrial Painter needed for local manufacturer. Experience required, spraying two-part paint through pressure pots. Must be willing to work all shifts/hours. Self-motivated. Job duties include both manual prep and paint. EOE. Drug screen required. (503)325-5187 Landscaping Assistant Experience preferred. Part-time. Must have your own transportation. Job located in Gearhart. Please call (503)440-1991 Local Accounting/Tax Office seeking an experienced accountant. Seasonal work with flexible hours. Compensation commensurate with experience. Must be available to start February 4th. Send reply to Box 201, c/o Daily Astorian, P.O. Box 210, Astoria, OR 97103 REQUEST FOR BIDS HLE Canopy Repair/Demolition Sealed bids for the repair/demolition of a canopy structure located at Hilda Lahti Elementary will be received by Knappa School District, 41535 Old Hwy 30, Astoria, OR 97103 until 3:00 p.m., January 18th, 2013. Bid packet may be received by contacting the Business office at 503-458-5993 ext. 275 or by emailing fowlern@knappasd.k12.or.us.
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GOODWILL Job Connection is a FREE job search and referral program designed to assist you in your search for a job. For additional information/schedule an appointment call (503)861-9502 or stop by The GOODWILL store. Our business is changing lives. Now Hiring Experienced Fish Filleters Experienced Crab Shakers Willing to train. Apply in Person at 9 Portway Drive, Astoria. No Phone calls please.
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The Daily Astorian (Monday through Friday, circ. 8,500) in Astoria, Oregon is seeking an experienced Press Operator. We print an array of weekly, bi-weekly and monthly publications using two Tensor T-1400 full-color towers along with Goss Community units and a Kodak TrendSetter Computer-to-Plate system. Excellent mechanical and communication skills required, along with attention to detail. The press crew consists of only three people, so we need a versatile employee who is reliable, can take-charge if needed but is willing to do whatever is needed to get the job done. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday morning shift, with benefits including paid time off, health insurance and a retirement plan. Pre-employment drug test required. 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.org
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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: January 17th, 2013 at 5:00 PM
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Knappa: Completely remodeled large 2 bedroom/2 bath mobile w/large carport and storage in quiet park. 1/2 mile North of Hwy 30. $25,900, with $2500/down and $300/month. $315 space rent includes w/g/s. Call Terry (503)313-1612 or Bob (503)741-0315.
1 bedroom, Warrenton w/garage. Pets w/deposit. $650. You pay utilities. (503)791-5917 for more info.
205 Condos for Rent Riverview Luxury Condo 2 bedroom/2 bath. Stainless appliances, elevator, gas fireplace. Includes W/S/G/gas/Wi-Fi. $1,250. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068
210 Apartments, Unfurnished $13 for First Monthʼs Rent in 2013 for one year lease if moved in by January 25th! Offer applies to select apartments. Call or email for more information. Ask about our active military discount!
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1, 2, and 3 bedroom units available now. Prices ranging from $600-$850. $200 Move-in credit if moved in before January 15th.
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Seeking applications for ASSISTANT MECHANIC/ MAINTENANCE TECH Sunset Empire Transportation District is looking for an energetic and motivated individual. Candidates must have 2 – 3 years experience in related field. Duties include assisting the mechanic with buses, perform various maintenance to buses, buildings and shelters. Pre-employment drug test, background check and CDL are required. •Wednesday – Sunday •12:00 PM – 9:00 PM •$12.50 - $13.50 DOE •FT w/ benefits
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The Daily Astorian Newspaper is currently seeking Independent Contractors to deliver our newspaper and related products in Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach and on the Washington Peninsula. Requires a valid drivers license, insurance, and reliable vehicle. $100.00 signing bonus after 3rd month. For more information or information on other available routes please call Heather at (503)325-3211 x 235.
106 Business for Sale Coffeehouse/Deli for sale in Knappa. Busy and profitable turn-key business. $76K. Call (503)791-2575
Cannon Beach:One block to the beach, 3 bedroom/2 bath. Jetted tub, deposits apply-pets negotiable. $1,400 per month. Furnishings available. (503)9492667 Seaside/Warrenton/Cannon Beach Studio - 3+ Bedrooms $525-$1,250/month. Move-In Ready. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Seaside: 2 bedroom/1 bath. Water paid by owner. $735 per month, $500 deposit. Call (503)738-3583 Seaside: Extra-large 2 bedroom/2 bathroom, newly refurbished. $800/month. W/D hook-ups, dishwasher, carport, storage-no pets. (503)440-2223 South Jetty Inn Weekly rates starting at $200 Mini fridge, microwave, Wifi/cable. Bi-weekly maid service. Additional rooms starting at $700 per month. (503)861-2500
230 Houses, Unfurnished 2 bedroom/1.5 bath house for rent. $1,100 mo. 1st & last mo. plus deposit. 40 N.E. 5th St. Warrenton. Fenced yard, 3 car garage, 800 sq. ft shop, gas heat, new carpet & flooring. No smoking or cats. 360437-5058 Astoria South Slope 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Sauna, hot tub, great view. $1250/mo. (503)791-4054 Gearhart 1 Bedroom Cottage Open floor plan. All utilities paid including w/s/g, cable, heat. Need internet? Washer/dryer included, storage available. $750 per month. No smoking/pets. (503)440-3105 Include the PRICE for FASTER RESULTS when you advertise in the classified ads! Gearhart 1 bedroom on creek. Laundry hook-ups, gas heat, fenced yard. Pets negotiable. Garbage paid, no smoking. $700 per month+deposit. (503)738-7563 GEARHART: Near the beach, golf course, & downtown, 3 bedroom/1.5 bath. All appliances included, gas fireplace. $1275 per month. (503)440-1919 Knappa: Updated 3 bedroom/1 bath.
Double garage & shop on large, landscaped lot. $1,200/month. (503)325-1198 One bedroom in country setting w/storage area. All utilities paid except propane. $390 monthly. (503)791-3758 Remodeled 3 bedroom/2 bath. $1,200 per month, $1,200 deposit. One-year lease, credit check, no pets. Garbage and yard maintenance paid. 242 NW 1st Street, Warrenton. (503)739-0734 Seaside: 2 bedroom with outside shed, close to town and beach. No smoking/pets. $850 per month. 1st, last & security deposit. Call (503)738-2836 Seaside:Charming Riverfront view 3 bedroom/1.5 bath, kitchen w/granite, basement, garage, new heater, deck. $1,250/monthly. (805)895-8480 Thompson Falls Estates 4 bedroom/2.5 bath. 3-car garage, gourmet kitchen. $2,000/mo. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Westport, Or : 3 / 1 1/2. Appliances, fenced yard, storage shed. $800 month, $800 security deposit. G & S included. Call (503)791-4091
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260 Commercial Rental Artist studio, office, work shop, etc. No dwelling. 2nd floor, Columbia River View. 1169 Marine Drive, Astoria. $125-150. (503)325-3900 leave message. Astoria: 3925 Abbey Lane, 800 square feet and up. Starting at $.50 square foot. (503)440-6945 Gearhart Commercial Office Space w/ highway frontage, ample parking. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 SEASIDE: Commercial Building 60x40, w/800 sq. ft. loft. Office, large roll-up door, 101 signage. 1379 Avenue U. (503)440-3105 Seaside: Office/Retail. 1500 sq. ft. Only $1,095/month. Large 3 room, w/kitchen and bath, plus skylighted office-easy parking. Corner of 2nd and 101. (805)895-8480 Shop with office space for rent in Seaside. $1,000 per month. (503)717-3729
300 Jewelry Buying Gold, Silver, Estate Jewelry, Coins, and Old Watches. Downtown Astoria-332 12th St. Jonathonʼs, LTD Wednesday-Sunday (503)325-7600
355 TV-Stereo-Radio 42 inch LG flatscreen tv. Less than a year old, in great condition! Must see! $900 new, $550 obo. (503)791-0415 Specialty
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380 Garage Sales OR Svensen Svensen Flea Market Saturday January 19th, 9-4 Sunday January 20th, 10-4 92683 Svensen Market Road
400 Misc Wanted THE BEST PRICES IN TOWN! Just 10 minutes from the Astoria Megler Bridge! Bring us your junk cars, lawn mowers, metal of all types, catalytic converters, farm equipment, batteries, used oil, etc. If you canʼt bring it to us, give us a call, and we will come to you! Ronʼs Recycling, LLC 32 Stringtown Rd., Ilwaco (503)791-4150 Monday-Saturday, 8-4
470 Feed-Hay-Grain Valley Hay:Horse quality, 65 lb. bales. $5.50/bale. Located 39 miles, Hwy. 202, Birkenfeld. (360)431-1879 cell.
535 Motorcycles 2000 Yamaha Banshee. Runs great. $2,400.00 OBO. (503)791-0372 or (503)325-2315
550 Tires & Wheels 17x7 inch rims. Multi-hole, 5 lug. RS limited brand. In great shape, has tires. $75. If interested, call Robert (503)739-4452
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Tyler Milligan, of Seaview, Wash., frames a shot of Charles Funk, a member of the Chinook Indian Nation, for the student documentary ‘Middle Village: Rediscovering Our Heritage.’ Milligan was a participant in the 2012 Teen Film Camp. Submitted photo
Fort Clatsop Visitor Center Young filmmakers premiere four films from Teen Film Camp ASTORIA — Join young filmmakers, instructors and park staff at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27, for an afternoon of celebration as they debut the work of nine promising teen filmmakers at the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road. The videos represent the high school students’ culmination of hard work from Teen Film Camp, held annually at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park. The students, from Washington and Oregon, will introduce their documentaries and answer questions about their work. “Middle Village: Rediscovering Our Heritage” tells the rich story of a historical Chinook village along the Lower Columbia River, a major trading center that controlled commerce on the river. Charles Funk, a member of the Chinook Tribe, who worked on the site as an archeologist, tells how the Chinook Indian Nation is now reclaiming its cultural
heritage and identity. “Young Rangers” provides a glimpse into the lives of three young adults who are
Film Camp Premieres 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27 Fort Clatsop Visitor Center 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria 503-861-2471, Ext. 220 www.nps.gov/lewi
working for the National Park Service, why they have chosen a career path with a public land agency and how they arrived at their present jobs.
“Making Fire: a demonstration” and “Touched by Fire” are two films that feature a primitive skills expert who creates fire with a variety of primitive tools such as flint and steel and a fire piston. The latter film depicts how people used fire to manage land along the Lower Columbia River and how the Lewis and Clark Expedition relied upon fire for survival. Film Camp is a chance for students to learn the craft of filmmaking while they research and gain in-depth knowledge of their national park. During camp, under the mentorship of professional videographers, students shoot, write, narrate and edit video footage. Teen Film Camp represents one of many programs leading up to the celebration of the 2016 centennial of the National Park Service. For questions or further information about Teen Film Camp or the film premiere, call 503-861-2471, Ext. 220, or email Will_George@nps.gov
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Poster contest announced
Concert and new classes announced
ASTORIA – Here’s a chance to put your artistic ideas and talents to work. The Membership Committee of ENCORE (Exploring New Concepts of Retirement Education) is announcing a poster contest. ENCORE is a membership organization for people age 50 and older, sponsored by Clatsop Community College. The purpose of the contest is to gain ideas for promoting ENCORE. The contest runs from Jan. 15 to Feb. 15. Entries must be received by Feb. 15. Posters may be emailed to Elfi Gross at elf.gross1@gmail.com, or paper copies may be mailed to 91775 Lewis and Clark Road, Astoria, OR 97103. All entries become the property of ENCORE and may be used for publicity to promote ENCORE. The following info is re-
In addition to the daily yoga ASTORIA — Peter Von Payens sings Broadway in a concert at classes, in 2013 the Center will 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, at include new classes and events as well as reR iversZen turning faCenter, 399 vorites. All 31st St. classes are Not just i ncl uded a great yoga with a instructor, R iversZen Von Payens m em beris a gifted 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 ship, or $9 tenor who RiversZen Center drop-in. l o v e s 399 31st St., Astoria B eg i n singing 503-325-5725 ning Floor B ro ad way Pilates will show tunes. http://RiversZenYoga.com/ be held at He has put Free; bring a healthy snack to share 7:30 a.m. together a Wednesdays concert that and at noon will also include some duets with favorite Saturdays. The class will introlocal singers. Admission is free duce your body to the mat work but the Center asks that atten- of Pilates in a safe and effective dees bring a healthy snack to way. No equipment will be used, just your own body. The class share potluck style. will work through the classic Pilates mat work, focusing on lengthening your body and fine tuning muscles to give you “lift” all day long, improve sleep, and reduce fatigue and stress. There are no high repetitions or flopping about. Slow, gentle movements, focusing on the whole
Ki-Hara Resistance Stretching will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays and 9:30 a.m. Saturdays. Learn the resistance stretching technique used by Dara Torres (five-time Olympian with 12 medals, including four gold). Discover the link between resistance, flexibility and strength. Ki-Hara Resistance Stretching focuses on strength through the length (range of motion). The results are immediate and lasting. It is a versatile modality and an excellent addition to any training and/or rehab programs.
quired on the poster: • What ENCORE stands for: ENCORE (Exploring New Concepts of Retirement Education) • ENCORE telephone number: 503-338-2566 • ENCORE website: www.encorelearn.org • Sponsored by Clatsop Community College • For people 50 years of age or older • Your name, address and telephone number (on back of paper copy) Include your name, address and telephone in your email submission. Judging will be Feb. 18 by the membership committee. The prize is 50 percent off of membership for the 2013-14 ENCORE year. Questions about the contest should be directed to Gross at 503-325-1944.
Peter Von Payens sings Broadway
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Ballet Basics: Stretch And Tone For Health is offered at 4 p.m. Tuesdays, and 9 a.m. Fridays. Instructor Renee Meiffren has danced professionally in Europe and the United States and has taught classical ballet since the age of 13. This is a basic ballet and stretch class that will leave you feeling limber and light on your feet. Meiffren creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, breaking ballet down into bite-size pieces. This class emphasizes self-care, enhancing flexibility for general well-being and enjoying moving in space with elegance, joy and confidence.
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Kickboxing Aerobics will be held at 4 p.m. Mondays, and noon Thursdays. Enhance your agility, coordination and flexibility with challenging kicks, spars and blocks while keeping your balance. Increase focus and mental clarity from the effort it takes to execute precise moves that combine grace, power and endurance. Become stronger and enhance your endurance with a unique mix of cardiovascular and strength conditioning. Ongoing Specialty Classes: Every Saturday from 5 to 6 p.m. enjoy free Community Yoga. This class is designed to make quality yoga available to everyone who wishes to attend whether they can afford classes or not and to spread the spirit of yoga through service and support of community. The class is free; all they ask is that you evaluate the benefit you receive from participating and then “pay it forward” by donating your time or money to a worthy community function, event or service. Every week is different but each class will be an all level yoga class led by RiverZen’s teachers and guest instructors. Kid Connection Yoga is held from 10 to 10:45 a.m. every Sunday. This class is for school aged children accompanied by an adult on a one to one basis. You and your partner will be led through yoga poses and stretches safe for children and designed not only for health and well being but for fun. The child is admitted free with a paid adult. Full details are available at http://RiversZenYoga.com Thom Dickerson presents healing reiki tones from 1:30 to 2 p.m. every Sunday in the Didgeridoo Healing Circle. Dickerson starts with a short informational presentation, followed by a guided meditation featuring the spiritual vibrations of his didgeridoo, painting tonal pictures of reiki symbols. Participants find this meditation both relaxing and centering.
Fort Clatsop
Fort George Brewery
Take a look back at Lewis and Clark’s winter quarters
Ales & Ideas presents ‘Brain Rewiring for Dummies’
ASTORIA — Lewis and Clark to return to the United States. National Historical Park presents Come explore the people behind a special living history program the story, discovering who these during the Saturday and Sunday people are, where they come of Martin Luther King Jr. week- from and what their journey has end. The Fort Clatsop replica been like so far. will come Vi si t ors alive from 9 will start a.m. to 5 with a brief p.m. Saturori ent at i on day and Sunthat will in9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 19 and 20 day, Jan. 19 troduce the Fort Clatsop and 20, with story of the members of Corps of 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria the Lewis D i s c o v e r y 503-861-2471, Ext. 214 and Clark and prepare www.nps.gov/lewi Expedi t i on them to parduring the ticipate in park’s 12th annual presentation the “Wintering Over” program. of “Wintering Over: snugly fixed First-person living history interin their huts.” pretation is an experiential proDuring the two-day “Winter- gram with no script. This allows ing Over” event, visitors are en- for a real experience, not a staged couraged to converse with event; visitors direct their own expedition members (portrayed discoveries. The Pacific Northby first-person character inter- west Living Historians partner preters) camped at their Fort with the park to provide the proClatsop winter headquarters in gram. 1806. Explore what it is like for In addition to this event at these Corps members as they the fort, there are movies in the survive off elk and the good visitor center theater. “A Clatsop graces of their Clatsop and Chi- Winter Story,” a 22-minute nook neighbors, while preparing movie about the winter of 1805-
ASTORIA — Clatsop Community College (CCC) and Fort George Brewery announce the next public event in the Ales & Ideas lecture series, featuring free multimedia presentations by members of the CCC faculty and staff. CCC Developmental English instructor Marian Derlet will offer “Brain Rewiring for Dummies: How to Improve Your Cognitive Competence” Thursday, Jan. 24. The brain is a hot topic these days. People tout the alleged marvels of neuroplasticity as the panacea for cognitive limitations. Are we all stuck with a set of hard-wired connections that restrict our capabilities? Why does it seem as though the educational system can’t tap the potential of student brains? Did a researcher really buy a seat on Jet Blue just for a brain? Derlet will light up your neurons with tales of the good, bad and simply wondrous qualities of our brains. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the event begins at 7 p.m. Seasonal beers on tap, food and other beverages are available for purchase. Minors are welcome. Derlet has been studying student brains (informally) for 30 years, and has been a College Preparation instructor at Clatsop Community College since 1998. She received her B.A. in Spanish from George Fox University and an M.A. in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from Portland State University. Last year, she completed a graduate certificate in “Mind, Brain, and Teaching” from Johns Hopkins University and is currently
‘Wintering Over: Snugly fixed in their huts’
06 from a Clatsop Indian perspective, will be offered each hour. Also, “Lewis and Clark: Confluence of Time and Courage,” a 34-minute movie about the entire voyage, will be available. A unit of the National Park Service, Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Fort Clatsop is located southwest of Astoria at 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, three miles east of U.S. Highway 101. The park, including the visitor center, fort, trails and the parking lots, is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Lewis and Clark NHP also includes the Salt Works site in Seaside and Middle Village/Station Camp near Fort Columbia State Park just southeast of Chinook, Wash. Come and visit these sites during the time of year the expedition stayed on the coast. For further information, call the park at 503-861-2471, Ext. 214, or visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/lewi. Follow on Facebook at Lewis and Clark NHP for more information and pictures.
Visitors to Fort Clatsop chat with living historians portraying members of Lewis and Clark’s expedition, including ‘Seaman’ played by a local Newfoundland dog. – SUBMITTED PHOTO
Clatsop Community College Developmental English instructor and brain aficionado Marian Derlet. – SUBMITTED PHOTO
enrolled in a doctoral program in education at George Fox. Join Derlet and others for an enlightening and entertaining evening
‘Brain Rewiring for Dummies: How to Improve Your Cognitive Competence’ 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24 Fort George Brewery and Public House 1483 Duane St., Astoria 503-338-2335 www.clatsopcc.edu • Free
in a cozy community setting. People with questions about
or a request for special needs and accommodation should contact JoAnn Zahn, Vice President of Finance and Operations, at Clatsop Community College, 1651 Lexington Ave., Astoria, OR 97103 or phone 503-3382421 or TDD 503338-2468. Email special needs and accommodation requests to requests @cl at s o p cc. ed u . Contact should be made at least two business days before the event. Direct other inquiries to Nancy Cook at 503338-2335 or ncook@clatsopcc .edu
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Winter gardening Jazz up your windowsill with spectacular orchids Do Oregon’s short, dark winter days have you dreaming of the sunshine of exotic lands? Jazz up your windowsill with glamorous orchids. The b o l d beauties are not as finicky to care for as their reputation claims, according to Master Gardeners who were trained by the Oregon State University Extension Service. An orchid that is properly watered can brighten your home for years. Lisa Long of St. Helens, a Master Gardener since 1994, has grown orchids for almost 20 years. Eleven potted orchids rest on trays of pebbles on her windowsill. One plant prevailed for 18 years, but it took 15 years to bloom from a seedling. “People think they’re fussy, but a lot of it is common sense,” Long said.
A Phragmipedium Red Sky orchid is one of Judie Rickus' favorite orchids. – PHOTO BY JUDIE RICKUS, COURTESY OF OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
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Jan 18 from 5-9pm, Jan 19 from 9-5pm, Jan 20 from 10-4pm Admission is by donation
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Judie Rickus of Newport, a Master Gardener since 2009, grows 100 orchids in a 10-foot by 14-foot greenhouse attached to her deck. The treasured flowers with myriad colors delight in
The two Master Gardeners offered the following tips to get you started with orchids: • Plant them in aerated ceramic or plastic pots available at a home and garden center. Fill
‘People think (orchids) are fussy, but a lot of it is common sense.’ – Lisa Long, Master Gardener an ocean view. “There are many kinds of orchids that survive in many places,” Rickus said. “There are mountain orchids that survive the cold with no problem and others that only want to be tropical. We lean on the warm side of things because we heat the greenhouse with a separate heating unit.” Rickus keeps the thermostat in the greenhouse at 75 degrees during the day and 55 degrees at night. An alarm system lets her know if the temperature outside drops significantly.
the pots with orchid bark. • With thousands of orchid varieties out there, learn about the care needs of your individual species. Research your species online or through books, or ask your local chapter of the Oregon Orchid Society. • Generally, water them and add water-soluble fertilizer once per week. Know the watering and fertilization needs of your species. Overwatering is the most common cause of orchid death. Rickus recommends placing the pot in a larger container with
a few inches of water for 15 to 20 minutes to soak the bark once per week. To tell if you have watered enough, stick your finger one inch into the bark. If the bark feels damp, do not water. The Master Gardeners suggest wiping off any dust on the leaves with a damp paper towel. Maintain a steady temperature in your house. Orchids are sensitive to temperature changes. Make sure your plant is not exposed to drafts. If you don’t have a greenhouse, a windowsill is a fine spot for your orchids. The Oregon Orchid Society also has information and resources at http://oregon orchidsociety.org Created in 1911, the Oregon State University Extension Service provides the public with easy-to-understand, researchbased knowledge through workshops, hotlines, 1,200 publications, online assistance, videos and faculty in each of Oregon’s 36 counties. It adapts the research for practical, local uses by farmers, ranchers, foresters, families, gardeners, youths, seniors and coastal residents. Its programs include 4-H and Master Gardeners.
Gearhart Workout Fundraiser class set to benefit wild mustangs GEARHART — Gearhart Workout will host a ter and mustang rescue operation where they rescue, fundraiser starting at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, feed and care for animals in need and share their for the Wild Horse Mountain Ranch (WHMR), a horses and experiences with the public, offering nonprofit wild mustang rescue organization located events such as Meet the Mustangs, Mustang in Sherwood. Fitness educator Camps and Equine Therapy, and guest instructor Lance Coffel working with children of varying will lead an 80-minute cycle ability levels. class, “Ride for the Horses,” for a Coffel will also be teaching a 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 minimum $25 donation, with all Kettlebell class for the Seaside Gearhart Workout High School Swim Team, an Adproceeds going directly to 3581 U.S. Highway 101, Gearhart vanced Kettlebell class and workWHMR. 503-738-6221 shop at Gearhart Workout, and an Space is limited, so if you introductory class for Primal would like to join the class, conwww.gearhartworkout.com Move. tact Roz Kelly immediately at $25 minimum donation Gearhart Workout is at 3581 503-738-6221. If you are unable to participate in the class and would like to make U.S. Highway 101. For more information about a donation directly to WHMR, you can do so at these events, visit www.gearhartworkout.com Learn more about Coffel at www.lance www.wildhorsemountain.org Wild Horse Mountain Ranch is a learning cen- coffel.com
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