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Mary Todd’s passes from one personal storyteller to another I interviewed her primarily to commemorate the 25th anniversary of her establishment (a pillar pub with killer grub) but was curious about something else: Todd is wellknown in the local drug-and-alcohol rehabilitation community. I decided to save that potentially touchy topic for the end of our chat; if it didn’t go well, I’d at least have enough material to write about the silver jubilee.

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hen I learned last week that Mary Todd, owner of Mary Todd’s Workers Bar & Grill, had agreed to sell the tavern to Astoria author Diana Kirk, my reaction was something like: “No way!” followed by, “That’s perfect.” I couldn’t put my finger on why Kirk seemed a fitting suitor. Then I recalled my first meeting with Todd two years ago.

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Going ‘native’ in Seaside

Manzanita Music Festival

Northwest beauty in botanical artist’s garden

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Before I could ask a single substantive question, however, she began opening up about her struggle with alcohol dependency, apparently eager to tell her story. Todd was remarkably forthright, offering gritty personal details that many people would hesitate to reveal to anyone, especially a reporter. It’s a story she shares with people facing addiction to let them know that if she can survive it, so

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can they. I left with a unique respect for her; I doubt I would have been so courageously candid. What does this have to do with Kirk? Well, are you familiar with her 2016 collection of personal essays, “Licking Flames: Tales of a Half-Assed Hussy”? Kirk read selections from her book at a KALA event I attended a while back. Some of her stories — describing sex, intimacy and bodily ﬂuids — are so boldly revealing that an

irrationally prudish part of me wanted to ask, “Are you sure you want to say that in public?” in the same way I recall asking Todd: Are you sure you want this on the record? My impression of these women is that they are disarmingly authentic. And both, in their own way, have made their private journeys gifts to the world. It is reassuring to know that ownership of the workers tavern will pass from one honest storyteller to another. And, as any Mary Todd’s

regular will tell you, the tavern itself has an honest vibe. It is a gloriously unpretentious space where you want to be yourself. A deep history of customer satisfaction is evident everywhere, down to the names of patrons and couples etched into the lacquered wooden bar. The place invites self-disclosure, as though a metered dose of aerosol truth serum has been released into the atmosphere. Then again, that may just be the yuccas. CW

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LEFT: Dorota Haber-Lehigh is surrounded by native plants in her garden in the Sunset Cove. Haber-Lehigh teaches English as a second language and botanical illustration at Seaside High School. RIGHT: A distant chair invites a moment of serenity near a creek in Dorota’s Haber-Lehigh’s garden filled with native plants.

Botanical artist Dorota Haber-Lehigh’s garden celebrates Northwest beauty By NANCY MCCARTHY FOR EO MEDIA GROUP

t ﬁrst, Dorota Haber-Lehigh and her husband, David Lehigh, tried growing grass in their shady, wetland front yard just below Tillamook Head. But after several years, they realized it was a losing battle. The grass didn’t get enough sun, and they had to reseed it every year. Water ﬂooded it in the winter, and it would be ruined when deer walked over it. So Dorota, a botanical illustrator who is devoted to preserving local native plants, decided to recreate a native forest surrounding their home in the Seaside Cove area. Now, the half-acre yard is a happy home

to salal, skunk cabbage, deer and sword ferns, huckleberries — both red and blue — vine maple, and other native species. “We stopped ﬁghting the grass and started allowing whatever wanted to grow there,” Dorota said. Some of the plants are “rescues” she collected, with permission from Superintendent Sheila Roley, from the hillside east of Seaside Heights Elementary School, where the new Seaside School District campus will be built. Logging on some of the site is about to begin. “We made trips and trips and took buckets and shovels and brought back a little of everything,” even though the task was exhausting, she said. But so many native plants had to be left behind.

“That’s sad, because we see all of this native vegetation disappearing,” she added. The new plants have taken to her yard well, noted Dorota, who teaches English as a second language and botanical illustration at Seaside High School. She also mentors students who work in the school’s culinary garden. “Everything I planted this year looks like it has been there forever, but it hasn’t,” she said. Skunk cabbage, salmonberries and ferns grow along the creek that runs through the yard. A graceful hemlock tree provides shade. A bridge built over the creek offers a seating area for Dorota and David to relax and enjoy the natural setting.

Trails, outlined in barkdust, meander through the area for the deer. Dorota has taken into account that the deer are bound to nibble on some of the plants, which grow in abundance. “I want it to go wild; I’m OK with that,” said Dorota, who also wants to add more mushrooms — a particular interest for her — to the yard. When she plants the native plants like rattlesnake plantain (a native orchid) or native currant, she considers what creatures will come to her garden. “We’re trying to create a habitat that attracts hummingbirds, bees and birds,” she said. “The birds like the elderberries.”

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IN THE COLUMBIA-PACIFIC REGION Thursday, July 20 Jackson Andrews 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, no cover, 21+. Jackson Andrews plays original songs and arrangements of folk, country and popular tunes. Basin Street NW 6:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Dave Drury on guitar, Todd Pederson on bass and friends perform mainstream jazz classics. Senior Center Jam 6:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-468-0390. The Astoria Senior Center offers string band, bluegrass and country. Floating Glass Balls 7 p.m., Bill’s Tavern, 188 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2202, no cover. The Floating Glass Balls plays bluegrass, Caribbean, folk, swing and country.

Manzanita, attendees can listen to music of all genres from Americana, jazz and pop to reggae, blues and world music all weekend. Wes Wahrmund 6 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Wes Wahrmund’s classical guitar skills amaze with light jazz and original tunes. Buzz Rogowski 6:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Acoustic jazz pianist Buzz Rogowski’s repertoire includes smooth jazz, instrumental and new age compositions. Maggie & the Kats 6:30 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, no cover, 21+. Maggie & the Kats play indie blues and alternative soul.

Good Time Travelers 7 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, no cover. The Good Time Travelers play bluegrass, soul, blues and folk music.

Delgado Brothers 7:30 p.m., The Birk, 11139 Hwy. 202, Birkenfeld, 503-755-2722. From the shadows of their genre-defying brand to the forefront of musical Americana, the Delgado Brothers play a mix of blues, Latin, roots rock, rhythm-nblues and Americana.

Jam at the Port 7 p.m., Port of Call, 894 Commercial St., Astoria, 355-4212. Old school jam session with Jimmy James and friends, all styles welcome, bring instruments; amps, keyboard and drums provided.

Tivel & Martin 8 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360642-2311, no cover. Northwest songwriters Anna Tivel and Jeffrey Martin provide an evening of folk and Americana music.

Erotic City 9 p.m., San Dune Pub, 127 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-5080, 21+. Julian Stefoni and his band Erotic City is a Prince tribute band, playing funk, dance and rock music.

Friday, July 21 Music Festival 5 p.m., different locations downtown Manzanita, 503-812-9138, $10 to $35. Held on multiple stages throughout

Saturday, July 22 Music Festival 11 a.m., different locations downtown Manzanita, 503-812-9138, $10 to $35. Held on multiple stages throughout Manzanita, attendees can listen to

music of all genres from Americana, jazz and pop to reggae, blues and world music.

from the 70s to the classic 90s and expansive 00s.

Bruce Smith 6 p.m., Columbia River Roadhouse, 782 Hwy. 101, Chinook, Wash., 360777-8233, no cover. An evening of acoustic solo guitar music and vox notes. George Coleman 6 p.m., Shelburne Inn Restaurant, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360642-4150, no cover. George Coleman plays pop, jazz, folk and rock music on his 12-string guitar. Wes Wahrmund 6 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Wes Wahrmund’s classical guitar skills amaze with light jazz and original tunes. Adams & Costello 6:30 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, no cover, 21+. Julie Adams and Michael Costello play a visceral blend of original music and soulful covers. Buzz Rogowski 6:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Acoustic jazz pianist Buzz Rogowski’s repertoire includes smooth jazz, instrumental and new age compositions. Barbie G 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-468-0206, no cover, 21+. Barbie G plays acoustic folk music. Jason Ricci 7 p.m., The Birk, 11139 Hwy. 202, Birkenfeld, 503-755-2722, $15 to $20. Edgy performer, singer and songwriter Jason Ricci and his band The Bad Kind feature a variety of music from blues, punk, jazz to rhythm-n-blues and fusion. Protest Songs 7 p.m., Peninsula Arts Center, 504 Pacific Ave., Long Beach, Wash., 360-901-0962, $15. Harpist Elizabeth Nicholson and multi-instrumental-

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Saturday, July 22 Countryside Ride 8 p.m., Big O Saloon, 89523 Hwy. 202, Astoria, 503-3258270, no cover, 21+. Countryside Ride plays country, honky-tonk, Western swing and American roots music.

ist Bob Soper will perform protest songs in Celtic, country blues, rock and jazz. Summer Concert 7 p.m., Confluence Project Amphitheater, 244 Robert Gray Drive, Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-3029, free. Live music with Brownsmead Flats playing folk and bluegrass; Discover Pass required for parking. Theory of Relativity 7 p.m., American Legion, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111, no cover, 21+. Theory of Relativity plays rock-n-roll, blues, country, jazz, folk and classical. Jeff Rymes 8 p.m., Sou’Wester Lodge, 3728 J Place, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-2542, no cover. Singer songwriter Jeff Rymes plays Americana roots and southern blues music. Rockers Invade Astoria 9:30 p.m., Merry Time Bar, 995 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-468-0852, $5, 21+. Three indie rock bands: Last Giant, Down Gown and RLLRBLL will perform a live show of rock music

Music Festival 11 a.m., different locations downtown Manzanita, 503-812-9138, $10 to $35. Held on multiple stages throughout Manzanita, attendees can listen to music of all genres from Americana, jazz and pop to reggae, blues and world music. Jennifer Goodenberger 11:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Jennifer Goodenberger plays classical and contemporary piano. Jason Ricci 3 p.m., The Birk, 11139 Hwy. 202, Birkenfeld, 503-755-2722, $15 to $20. Edgy performer, singer and songwriter Jason Ricci and his band The Bad Kind feature a variety of music from blues, punk, jazz to rhythm-n-blues and fusion. Freestyle Jam 5 p.m., Port of Call, 894 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-355-4212. Freestyle jam session open to intermediate and advance players; bring instruments; amps, keyboard and drums provided. Concert in the Park 5:30 p.m., City Park, next to Cannon Beach Chamber, 207 Spruce St., Cannon Beach. Concert in the Park features Possessed by Paul James. Brad Griswold 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, no cover, 21+. Brad Griswold and friends play a mix from bluegrass to ballads and country swing to Americana. Skadi Freyer 6:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Skadi Freyer plays jazz compositions on piano.

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By Andrea Carla Michaels and Pete Muller / Puzzles Edited by Will Shortz Answers on Page 19 ACROSS 1 Five Norwegian kings 6 Nighty-night wear 9 Bird bills 13 Fancy-schmancy 17 Bottoms 19 O.K., in Okinawa 20 First name in courtroom fiction 21 Bee-fitting? 23 Overcome an embarrassment 25 Carolina ____ 26 Kind of question 27 Med. school subject 28 Traditional Chinese forces 30 Male duck 31 Author Anaïs 32 ROFL alternative 33 Palm piece 34 Polish rolls 35 Get off at Grand Central, say 37 Like most things in “Ripley’s Believe It or Not!” 38 Bring home the bacon 39 Nary ____ 40 Make brighter, as a fading tattoo 41 Mufflers and such 45 “Anyhoo,” e.g. 47 Architect Gehry 48 “Thanks ____ God!” 49 One challenged by a sentry 50 Couturier Cassini 51 U.S. rebellion leader of 1841–42 52 Alternative to wind 54 Rhett Butler’s final two words 56 Like some thinking 58 “My ____” (1979 hit by the Knack) 60 Nail-polish brand 61 Places to get looped 64 As a joke 67 Dried (off) 68 “Hidden Figures” actor

Continued from Page 5 Maggie & the Kats 7 p.m., Public Coast Brewing Co., 264 Third St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-0285, no cover. Maggie & the Kats play indie blues and alternative soul music. Gunsafe 8 p.m., Fort George Brewery, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, 503-3257468, no cover. Gunsafe sounds as if Patsy Cline, Hank Williams and Kurt Cobain formed a Motown band playing genres of punk, country and folk music. Music at the Armory 9 p.m., The Armory, 1636

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Exchange St., Astoria, $3 to $5. Music features Generifus playing country, grunge and indie rock; and Iji playing tropical dub-dipped smooth rock and dance party synth-pop. Pete Krebs 9 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Pete Krebs plays punk-pop, folk, bluegrass, honky tonk and country.

Monday, July 24 Burgers & Jam 6:30 p.m., American Legion, 1216 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2973. The

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legion offers good burgers and good music.

Tuesday, July 25 Brian O’Connor 5:30 p.m., Shelburne Inn Restaurant, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-4150, no cover. Acoustic jazz guitarist Brian O’Connor’s repertoire includes nostalgic favorites, an eclectic mix of jazz standards as well as original compositions. T&T 6 p.m., Public Coast Brewing Co., 264 Third St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-0285, no cover. T&T with Ted Brainard and

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Tony Smiley 8 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Tony Smiley plays an electro-acoustic mix of rock, hip-hop, reggae, tribal fusion and 80s music.

Wednesday, July 26 Thistle & Rose 5 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4362661. Thistle and Rose perform original tunes, folk and Americana music from the 70s

Richard Thomasian playing jazz and blues music.

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and 80s. Hayes & Keiski 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, no cover, 21+. Bill Hayes and Gary Keiski play tunes from all eras with a mix of guitar and fiddle. Maggie & the Kats 6 p.m., Public Coast Brewing Co., 264 Third St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-0285, no cover. Maggie & the Kats play indie blues and alternative soul. Buzz Rogowski 6:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-3256777, no cover. Acoustic jazz

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pianist Buzz Rogowski plays smooth jazz, instrumental and new age compositions with jazz overtones. Pretty Gritty 8 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Americana duo Pretty Gritty plays alternative country, blues and folk music. Metzner & Patenaude 9 p.m., The Voodoo Room, 1114 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-325-2233, no cover, 21+. Scheckie Metzner and Pee Wee Patenaude play blues, soul and Caribbean music with Josh Baer on bass.

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Master Gardener workshop on landscaping with native plants ILWACO, WASH. — Washington State University Master Gardeners of Pacific County will present a workshop, “Enhancing your Landscape with Native Plants,” from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 22, at Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum (115 S.E. Lake St.). What makes a plant “native”? What factors make them an ideal choice for landscaping? Would gardeners rather have landscaping that needs little care once established, or plants that need lots of water, fertilizer, monitoring and pest control?

Master Gardeners will discuss ways to use native plants in the home landscape and suggest a wide variety of native plants to fit individual needs. Deer, pest and drought resistant choices will be discussed. Find inspirations while exploring the many kinds of native plants on display at the workshop and in the demonstration garden. Get to know their versatility and beauty and begin creating a vibrant living yard that provides year-round interest. For more information, contact Elena Righettini at mrighettini@yahoo.com.

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Dorota Haber-Lehigh is surrounded by native plants in her garden in the Sunset Cove. Haber-Lehigh teaches English as a second language and botanical illustration at Seaside High School.

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Planting natives is a passion for Dorota, who is a member of the Native Plant Society and Oregon Botanical Artists. She recalls when her garden had far fewer native plants, and the non-natives she introduced failed to cooperate. “I used to fight it, control it,” she recalled. I struggled with anything flourishing. Then, I would go on hikes and find everything thriving in the woods. Nobody was doing any trimming or watering. I realized I was doing something wrong.”

She learned more about native plants through workshops at the Hoyt Arboretum in Portland and from local experts with several North Coast organizations. She also has a plot at the Sunny Hunt Community Garden behind the Sunset pool. “I grew up in Poland,” Dorota said. “Everybody had a community garden. It was a necessity. After the war (World War II), the borders were closed and there were no imports of fruits and vegetables. Whatever you ate, you grew.” Even in the 1980s, community gardens flourished. Dorota and her family would ride bicycles — there

were few cars or paved roads — to their community garden, which measured about one-tenth of an acre. “There were cherry, peach and plum trees. We weren’t farmers, but we would grow carrots, cucumbers, zucchinis, lettuce, herbs and tomatoes.” In the summer, they would forage for wildflowers to make tea and for mushrooms. After Poland joined the European Union in 2004, development flourished: Large stores and malls replaced mom-and-pop shops, and highways filled with cars. “Now people realize they

have lost a lot of the countryside. Instead of planting lawn, they plant native prairies because they’re feeling nostalgic,” she said. Dorota worries that the same thing will happen here. But she also hopes that, with more awareness of the variety of native plants and the ease of caring for them, people will consider incorporating them into their gardens. “We’re losing so much. I feel like it’s our responsibility to preserve as much as we can,” she said. “But I think more people are gaining awareness about landscaping with natives. The movement is growing.” CW

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‘For the Love of the River’ on view SKAMOKAWA, WASH. — The Friends of Skamokawa is sponsoring a summer exhibit titled “For the Love of the River.” The Friends group asked the artists of Wahkiakum County to make something that expresses their views of the Lower Columbia Basin. There are photographs, sculptures, poetry, paintings, textiles and more showing the variety of the artists’ views and the beauty

of the Lower Columbia Basin. This exhibit opened in July and will run until Labor Day Weekend, Sunday, Sept. 3. Redmen Hall (1394 Washington State Route 4 in Skamokawa) is open noon to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. For more information, please call 360-795-3007 or email us at fos1894@gmail. com.

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THREE DAYS OF ROCK, BLUES, JAZZ, FOLK, COUNTRY & MORE MUSICAL LINE-UP

By KAELIA NEAL

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he Manzanita Music Festival, a three-day tempest of art and music in the beach community, kicks off Friday, July 21. Rock, blues, jazz, country and Americana are among the genres that the 20 national, regional and local bands will cover in Manzanita and Nehalem. Paul Chesne Band, Leslie Mendelson, Patrick Lamb, The Strange Tones, Lauren Sheehan and Kate & The Crocodiles are among the bands performing at the second annual event. “It will be fun to see how the festival grows and improves in it’s second year,” said Gavin Bondy, trumpeter for Kate & The Crocodiles. “It was really fun last year, so this year promises to be a new and improved version of fun.” The indie rock band from Portland includes vocalist Kate Morrison and keyboardist Craig Bidondo. Kate & The Crocodiles mixes early jazz, jazz standards, and turns 1970s and 80s rock into ballads. Morrison said the band is looking forward to this year’s festival and will perform with a special guest.

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ABOVE: The Strange Tones combine blues, rockabilly, surf and vintage R&B. BELOW: Manzanita Music Festival Founder Beth Carter-Boyer, right, with assistant Karen McCarty

WANT TO HELP? The Manzanita Music Festival needs volunteers in all areas. Please email karen. mccarty.music@gmail. com or call 503-8129138 for info on how to get involved.

Friday, July 21 — Rex Champ Field 5 p.m. Scratchdog Stringband 6 p.m. Welcome, opening of festival, etc. 6:30 p.m. Adams & Costello 7:30 p.m. Will West & the Friendly Strangers 9 p.m. Paul Chesne Band Saturday, July 22 — Downtown Manzanita 11 a.m. The Sedona Fire Band Noon Rhythm Method 1 p.m. Tony Smiley 2:15 p.m. Leslie Mendelson 3:30 p.m. Kate & the Crocodiles Saturday, July 22 — Rex Champ Field 5 p.m. Crackpot Babies 6 p.m. Rainwalkers 7 p.m. The Early Stuff 8 p.m. Leslie Mendelson & Paul Chesne 9:30 p.m. The Strange Tones Sunday, July 23 — Downtown Manzanita 11 a.m. Lauren Sheehan Noon Bluejug 1 p.m. Jazzati-tude 2 p.m. Countryside Ride 3 p.m. Lauren Sheehan 4 p.m. Patrick Lamb

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Continued from Page 8 “I always look forward to performing with my talented bandmates and having some time with them at the beach,” Morrison said. “My favorite part besides performing is meeting the other musicians and talking about the things they’re doing.” “Music festivals seem to be an important unifying force in the world, bringing together so many people and providing a platform and a direction for community and fun,” Bondy said. “When a city prioritizes something like this, it speaks loudly to its understanding of the basic human needs for fun and music and community.”

Good music, good vibes

Beth Carter-Boyer, executive director and festival founder, began the nonprofit event as a way to honor her oldest son and to connect the community with art and music. “He loved music,” Carter-Boyer said of her son, who passed away in October 2015. “I think art and music are healing. I’d like to see more of it. That’s what I’m trying to do.” The goal of the festival is to bring bands that the community would not normally see and provide a balance of genres. Carter-Boyer said music connects with people of all ages. The Manzanita Music Festival is a family friendly and multigenerational event. During the day, there will be an area of activities for children in downtown Manzanita. Face painting, bubble wands, dance parties, coloring and making homemade maracas will be in the Kid’s Zone. The evening shows are geared toward people who are teenagers and older. The festival is intended to provide music therapy. It especially focuses on children to spark their creativity and senior citizens who may feel isolated. Proceeds will benefit music education in North Tillamook County. So far, the festival has provided $2,000 to aid the music program for the Neahkahnie School District. With having a successful event last year and preparing for an even better one this year, Carter-Boyer believes the festival will become a tradition. “The music’s good. The vibe is good. I think we’ll be able to sustain,” she said. “We just need these kinds of things here, getting the community out and enjoying where we live,” she said. “It’s absolutely beautiful.”

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Leslie Mendelson, a singer-songwriter from New York, lists Carole King and Laura Nyro among her musical influences.

Scratchdog Stringband blends classic and contemporary Americana and bluegrass.

The next day, the music starts at 11 a.m. in downtown Manzanita with The Sedona Fire Band, Rhythm Method, Tony Smiley, Leslie Mendelson and Kate & the Crocodiles. It will continue at 5 p.m. at Rex Champ Ball Field with Crackpot Babies, Rainwalkers, The Early Stuff, Leslie Mendelson and Paul Chesne and Strange Tones. The music festival will conclude Sunday, July 23, in downtown Manzanita with Lauren Sheehan, Bluejug, Jazzati-tude, Countryside Ride, Lauren Sheehan and Patrick Lamb. Three-day passes are available online for $25 and at the gate for $35. Day passes are $10 in advance and $15 at the gate. Children 12 and younger with paying adults get in free. Tickets are available at manzanitamusicfestival.org and at The Little Apple Market and Nehalem Food Mart. Parking will be limited, but a complimentary shuttle will be available in Manzanita and Nehalem from 4:30 p.m. to midnight. Pick up and drop off in Manzanita will be downtown at the corner of Third Street and Laneda Avenue. In Nehalem, it will be at the North County Recreation District parking lot located at 36155 Ninth St. More information can be found at manzanitamusicfestival.org. CW

Kate Morrison will bring her genre-crossing band, Kate and the Crocodiles, to perform at the Manzanita Music Festival.

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Friday, July 21 Columbia-Pacific Farmers Market 4 p.m., Veterans Field at 3rd and Oregon streets, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2400. Manzanita Farmers Market 5 p.m., Laneda Ave. and 5th St., Manzanita, 503-368-3339.

Saturday, July 22 Riverwalk Marketplace 9 a.m., 632 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-2605592.

Thursday, July 20 Author Reading 4 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-3846, $5. Art of Aging/Art of Dying series features Michelle Janning, author of “The Stuff of Family: How Our Homes Reflect Our Lives.” Author Reading 7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742. Joe Kurmaskie, author of “Lightning in a Saddle: The Evelyn Hamilton Story” will be featured, followed by book sales and signings. “Steel Magnolias” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, $20 to $25, rated PG. Life, love, laughter and tears unfold at Truvy’s beauty shop. “Shanghaied in Astoria” 7 p.m., ASOC Playhouse, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, $13 to $21. “Shanghaied in Astoria” mixes vaudeville, soap opera and Hollywood-style musicals with local and folklore culture.

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Actors rehearse a scene from ‘Doubt, A Parable’ at the Performing Arts Center in Nehalem. Guided Paddle Tours 11 a.m., Netul Landing at Fort Clatsop, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, 503-861-4425, 10+. Ranger-led Lewis and Clark River paddle tours travel along the riverbank viewing wildlife, includes related-topic discussions; reservations required. Golf Tourney 2 p.m., Gearhart Golf Links, 1157 Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-738-3538, $50 to $60, 21+. “Superintendent’s Revenge” is a tougher course to play, shotgun start and prizes awarded. “Shanghaied in Astoria” 7 p.m., ASOC Playhouse, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, $13 to $21. “Shang-

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haied in Astoria” mixes vaudeville, soap opera and Hollywood-style musicals with local folklore culture. “She Loves Me” 7 p.m., Fort Columbia Theater, off Hwy. 101, Chinook, Wash., 360-8364448, $7.25 to $22.50, rated PG. “She Loves Me” is a reminder of the pleasures of exalted ordinariness, a tale of love lost and found at a perfumery shop in the 1930s.

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“To Kill A Mockingbird” 7 p.m., Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook, 503842-6305, $10 to $15. “To Kill A Mockingbird” is full of warmth and humor despite dealing

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“Doubt, A Parable” 7 p.m., NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, 503368-7008, $20. Directed by George Dzundza, “Doubt, A Parable” delves into the murky shadows of moral certainty, balancing the thin line between truth and consequences. with serious issues such as racial inequality and the destruction of innocence. “Clue” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503436-1242, $20 to $25, rated PG. Help solve the mystery where the world’s best known suspects come to life in “Clue The Musical.”

Tillamook Farmers’ Market 9 a.m., 2nd St. and Laurel Ave., Tillamook, 503-842-2146. Saturday Market at the Port 10 a.m., Harbor Front, Port of Ilwaco, Wash. Weekend Market on the Dock 10 a.m., 1161 Robert Bush Drive, South Bend, Wash., 360-875-8157.

Sunday, July 23 Riverwalk Marketplace 9 a.m., 632 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-2605592. Astoria Sunday Market 10 a.m., 12th St., Astoria, 503-325-1010. Weekend Market on the Dock 10 a.m., 1161 Robert Bush Drive, South Bend, Wash., 360-875-8157.

Tuesday, July 25 CB Farmers Market 1 p.m., Hemlock/Gower streets near City Hall, 163 Gower Ave., Cannon Beach, 503436-8044.

Wednesday, July 26 Seaside Farmers Market 3 p.m., Broadway Middle School parking area, 1120 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3311.

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Angora Hiking Club 9 a.m., meet at 6th St. parking lot (6th and 7th streets), Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-338-6883. Arlene LaMear will lead two easy hikes at the Four County Point and Steam Donkey trails.

the murky shadows of moral certainty, balancing the thin line between truth and consequences. “Shanghaied in Astoria” 7 p.m., ASOC Playhouse, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, $13 to $21. “Shanghaied in Astoria” mixes vaudeville, soap opera and Hollywood-style musicals with local folklore culture.

Manzanita Beach Walk/Run 9 a.m., Laneda Ave., downtown Manzanita, 503-368-4595, $18 to $36. An annual walk/ run is one of the most scenic runs of the region, from the cliffs of Neahkahnie Mountain to Nehalem Bay Jetty; all levels welcome, registration required. Wood & Arts Fest 10 a.m., Tokeland Hotel, 100 Hotel Road, Tokeland, Wash. The festival features chainsaw carvers, wood artists, builders, craftsmen and local artists selling, demonstrating and displaying their work. Guided Paddle Tours 11:45 a.m., Netul Landing at Fort Clatsop, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, 503861-4425. Ranger-led Lewis and Clark River paddle tours presents Saturday Kids Day, designed for kids 5 to 10 years; reservations required. SummerFest Noon, Pacific Ave., Long Beach, Wash. SummerFest offers

Parks After Dark 8:30 p.m., McClure Park, 7th St. and Franklin Ave., Astoria, $5 entry, rated PG. Parks After Dark summer movie series features “ET;” concessions available for purchase, movie begins at dusk. family friendly activities, beach safety, balloon artistry, face painting, live music, horse and wagon rides. Family Camp Out 4 p.m., Broadway Field, 1300 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3311. SEPRD offers its first overnight camp out with activities, BBQ dinner, open swim, outdoor movie, breakfast and canoe trips; space limited.

“She Loves Me” 7 p.m., Fort Columbia Theater, off Hwy. 101, Chinook, Wash., 360836-4448, $7.25 to $22.50, rated PG. “She Loves Me” is a reminder of the pleasures of exalted ordinariness, a tale of love lost and found at a perfumery shop in the 1930s.

Parents’ Night Out 6 p.m., Port of Play, 785 Alameda Ave., Astoria, $9 to $13. Parents get a night out while the kids play; crafts, movies, popcorn and games included.

“To Kill A Mockingbird” 7 p.m., Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook, 503842-6305, $10 to $15. “To Kill A Mockingbird” is full of warmth and humor despite dealing with serious issues such as racial inequality and the destruction of innocence.

“Doubt, A Parable” 7 p.m., NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, 503-368-7008, $20. Directed by George Dzundza, “Doubt, A Parable” delves into

“Steel Magnolias” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361242, $20 to $25, rated PG. Life, love, laughter and tears unfold at Truvy’s beauty shop.

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Seaside Garden Tour 8 a.m., Dough Dough Bakery, 8 Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503-7171914. Pam Fleming will lead the annual garden tour through Seaside; begins with a breakfast and presentation followed by the tour for $15; walking tour only is free.

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Wood & Arts Fest 10 a.m., Tokeland Hotel, 100 Hotel Road, Tokeland, Wash. The festival features chainsaw carvers, wood artists, builders, craftsmen and local artists selling, demonstrating and displaying their work. SummerFest Noon, Pacific Ave., Long Beach, Wash. SummerFest offers family friendly activities, beach safety, balloon artistry, face painting, live music with Harvest Gold, horse and wagon rides. Guided Paddle Tours 12:30 p.m., Netul Landing at Fort Clatsop, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, 503-861-4425, 10+. Ranger-led Lewis and Clark River paddle tours travel along the riverbank viewing wildlife, includes related-topic discussions; reservations required. Farm Stand 1 p.m., Wickiup

Grange, 92683 Svensen Market Road, Svensen. Farm Stand features sustainable grown fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers from local farms. “To Kill A Mockingbird” 2 p.m., Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook, 503842-6305, $10 to $15. “To Kill A Mockingbird” is full of warmth and humor despite dealing

with serious issues such as racial inequality and the destruction of innocence. Artist Reception 6 p.m., Cannon Beach History Center, 1387 Spruce St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-9301. The History Center offers a seasonal art exhibit and reception featuring work of Pacific Northwest artists in “Behind the Lens.”

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“She Loves Me” 2 p.m., Fort Columbia Theater, off Hwy. 101, Chinook, Wash., 360-836-4448, $7.25 to $22.50, rated PG. “She Loves Me” is a reminder of the pleasures of exalted ordinariness, a tale of love lost and found at a perfumery shop in the 1930s.

Monday, July 24 Auditions 6 p.m., ASOC Playhouse, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104. Casting call for two men and two women ages 17 and older for the fall play “The Birds,” based off Daphne du Maurier’s short story and Hitchcock’s classic film.

Tuesday, July 25 Auditions 6 p.m., ASOC Playhouse, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104. Casting call for two men and two women ages 17 and older for the fall play “The Birds,” based off Daphne du Maurier’s short story and Hitchcock’s classic film.

Wednesday, July 26 “Steel Magnolias” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, $20 to $25, rated PG. Life, love, laughter and tears unfold at Truvy’s beauty shop.

Thursday, July 27 On the Land 10 a.m., Oswald West State Park, Manzanita, 503-738-9126. Tom Horning and Katie Voelke will lead a hike to Devil’s Cauldron overlook in Oswald West State Park; sign up required.

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Guided Paddle Tours 3:30 p.m., Netul Landing at Fort Clatsop, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, 503-861-4425, 10+. Ranger-led Lewis and Clark River paddle tours travel along the riverbank viewing wildlife, includes related-topic discussions; reservations required.

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Left to right are gentlemen store workers at Maraczek’s perfume store, played by Bryan Foster, Ron Thompson and Jonathan Cole and customers Kristen Gadzik, Jane Schussman and Sandy Nielson in a scene from “She Loves Me,” a musical being staged by the Peninsula Association of Performing Artists at the Fort Columbia Theater in Chinook.

Author Talk 7 p.m., Big O Saloon, 89523 Hwy. 202, Astoria, 503-325-8270, no cover, 21+. Author Rick Steber, known for his Western-genre books, will read and give a talk followed by book signings. Coast Weekend welcomes comments and contributions from readers. New items for publication consideration must be submitted by 10 a.m. Tuesday, one week and two days before publication.

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Beach N’ Brew is, humbly, what it is Review and photos by THE MOUTH OF THE COLUMBIA MOUTH@COASTWEEKEND.COM

each N’ Brew doesn’t pretend to be anything but what it is: a dive-y blue-collar pub with some greasy grub. A block south of Broadway in downtown Seaside, Beach N’ Brew offers relief from the tourist crunch. It’s a locally facing place where workers unwind, catch up on gossip and plunk dollars into the video lottery. Classic rock radio on the speakers brought the Beach N’ Brew into better focus. Perhaps no song captured the vibe better than the George Thorogood’s hard-luck, rent-seeking blues, “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer.” I asked a bartender what was good. He highlighted the burgers, adding all was “solid bar food.” It falls into two basic categories: meats between bread, and fried things. Sometimes they’re one and the same. I began with the Hot Wings ($7.50). There were six of them, big and meaty with the sauce on the side, which I’m a fan of; not being slathered, sitting in sauce, the skin stays crisp. You dunk the wing at the last minute and get the best of both worlds. Of the few seafood options — all fried — I chose the Fish Burger ($11.95). The good-sized, beer-battered hunk of halibut had a nice crunch. It was familiar, as well as a reasonably clean, lean, healthy-ish alternative within these walls. Along with lettuce, onion and tomato, the sesame seed bun was painted with tartar sauce. Just in case, a small barrel brimming with tartar was included on the plate — enough for maybe three or four more sandwiches, spread and dipped liberally. Such a waste. As a side, I ordered coleslaw but received macaroni salad. (It was oily and peppery with flecks of

BEACH N’ BREW Rating:  405 Ave. A Seaside, Ore., 97138 503-738-6447 Hours: Friday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 a.m.; Sunday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Price: $ – Easy to fill up on less than $10 Service: Casual and a bit discombobulated. Vegetarian / Vegan Options: A few fried things. Drinks: Full bar, soda KEY TO STAR RATING SYSTEM  Below average  Average  Good  Excellent  Best in region

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celery and bacon bits.) It wouldn’t be the only time my order at Beach N’ Brew was discombobulated. On another visit, I was mistakenly delivered an entrée I didn’t order, rather than the two I did. It was cleared up, and in the end I got what I asked for. And while perhaps a bit absent-minded, the help was good-natured and contrite. The Philly Steak ($8.75) was dense and greasy. The name — sans “cheese” — was a tad

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instructive; there could’ve been more. What there was of the melted Swiss, though, with its mild, dry funk, was integral. The beef itself was thin, layered thick and unspectacular. The Grilled Reuben was much better ($8.75). Though the rye bread could’ve been given a more rigorous toasting in hopes of withstanding the sandwich’s soppy juices, the stacks of pastrami, kraut plus Swiss cheese and Thousand

Island hit that gooey, salty, fatty, briny, sweet mark. I could imagine, late night, maybe after a few too many, melting into sloppy bliss. It was the most irresistible thing I had at Beach N’ Brew — the one thing that, after I’d eaten my fill, kept me coming back for more. Of course I tried the burgers. On that evening, it was a daily special: a Double Cheeseburger on a discount (basically two patties for the price of one, $7.95).

Together, the pair of thin, preformed, frozen patties were about the size of a proper burger. Like everything else, it was absolutely familiar, drive-in style all the way. And hey, sometimes that’ll do the trick, especially if you’re starving and only have $10. (Though, once again, with the burger, my order was slightly bungled: I asked for jack cheese and got cheddar.) And that’s about all there is to it. Sure, there are chicken strips, fries, tater tots and the like — all exactly as you would imagine. Smartly — or perhaps mercifully — Beach N’ Brew doesn’t venture outside this basic bar food comfort zone. Unlike many of its brethren, Beach N’ Brew doesn’t bother adding salads or steaks to the menu. And they shouldn’t: The salads would be watery, rarely ordered and probably topped with shredded cheese (don’t do this!), and the steaks like gristle-y, chewy boot heels. Beach N’ Brew acquiesces: There are better places to go for salad or steak — or, for that matter, any semblance of nuance. They are, humbly, what they are. CW

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will have a unique creation made specially for this event and will be priced at $150. Proceeds from the show support programs such as the association’s children’s art camp, weekly workshop program, artist grants and

high school scholarship program. More than 80 artists are participating this year, and people are already asking to reserve works (which the association can’t do). “The buzz around the show is exciting,” organizers said. “We expect well over 100 people to attend the celebration, which will be held inside the gallery and also on our back patio.” Anyone interested in volunteering at the event can visit the gallery; the association’s director or a docent will be happy to help. To find out more information about programs, visit cannonbeacharts.org, or call 503-436-0744.

PORTLAND INDIE ROCKERS INVADE MERRY TIME ASTORIA — Three indie rock bands — Last Giant, Rllrbll and Down Gown — will play a live show at the Merry Time Bar and Grill (995 Marine Drive) 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 22. No cover; attendees must be 21 and older, with a valid ID, to enter. Doors open at 9 p.m. Last Giant delivers “bone-rumbling rock with a 70s roll,” according to press materials. Their second album, “Memory of the World,” was released in April 2017. Rllrbll has released 10 fulllengths in the last decade, more than a dozen EPs and singles, plus compilations. They tour the western U.S. regularly. Down Gown released its self-titled debut album in January 2017. Veterans of Portland’s vibrant music community from the classic 1990s through the expansive 2000s, Down Gown rotates between delicate phrasing, unusual chord structures and thunderous blasts of rock. The Merry Time has a full bar, homemade food, pinball and pool. For more information, contact Terry Robinett at merrytimebar@ gmail.com or 503-867-4516.

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A man ‘Possessed’ gives free concert in Cannon Beach CANNON BEACH — Possessed by Paul James — a performer the New York Times dubbed a “one man folk wonder” — will bring a whirlwind of musical energy to Cannon Beach during a free concert 5 p.m. Sunday, July 23, in the downtown city park. The free event — produced by the Tolovana Arts Colony with support from the City of Cannon Beach’s Community Grant — includes an opening act. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. All ages are welcome. “Sweating intensely, and with every muscle straining, he played religiously intense folk without the religion, in between tales of teaching music to special-education students,” the Times’ Jon Caramanica wrote. The publication honored the performance at the Pickathon festival as one of 2014’s top 10 concerts of the year. Combining the names of his father and grandfather, Possessed by Paul James is the moniker of Konrad Wert. And as NPR put it: “Those who have seen him perform … would agree he seems possessed by something.” Touring from his home

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base in Boerne, Texas, just outside San Antonio, Wert plucks, strums and bows banjo, guitar and fiddle. His songs traverse country, folk and punk traditions. “While performing by his lonesome, Wert’s music is hardly sparse,” the Arts

Colony wrote. “It is muscular, gritty and electric, like a tornado whipping across the plains.” “Part of the magic of a Possessed by Paul James performance is witnessing Wert spinning up, conjuring such elemental intensity,” organiz-

ers continued. “Indeed, live and in person is where he really shines.” Wert told NPR: “In the recording studio, that’s a great way to present the music. But in a live show, in an interaction, whatever’s gonna come is gonna come. For me, that’s

Liberty presents classical music series ASTORIA — For the first season since its renovation, Astoria’s Liberty Theatre will offer an entire series of classical music. The series begins Saturday, Sept. 23, with the Portland Chamber Orchestra, including pianist Ruusamari Teppo. The Schubert Ensemble of London comes Wednesday, Oct. 4, followed by The Tacoma Opera on Friday, Nov. 17; PROJ-

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on Friday, March 16; The Oregon Brass Quintet on Thursday, April 26; and the The Solstice Wind Quintet on Friday, May 25. The performers will hold free pre-show workshops to the band, orchestra, choir and dance students of Astoria High School, with help from community donors. These workshops are funded by community donors. “The purpose of Lib-

erty Restoration, Inc. is to provide a forum for community events, a center for local, regional and national performing artists, and a center that fosters education and the development of the performing arts, and a center which anchors downtown Astoria’s continued economic revitalization,” the theater said in a release. For more information, visit www.libertyastoria.org.

the purest pleasure of playing music: It’s almost a conversation, with a listener and a musician.” When not performing, Wert doubles as a special education teacher. Cannon Beach’s downtown city park is located

northeast of Second and Spruce streets, behind the tennis courts and Chamber of Commerce. For more information, visit www.tolovanaartscolony.org, email tolovanaartscolony@gmail.com, or call 541-215-4445.

Mayor leads hike on Four County Point Trail ASTORIA — For the Angora hike taking place Saturday, July 22, Astoria Mayor Arline LaMear will lead a hike on the Four County Point Trail. Hikers will meet at 9 a.m. at the Sixth Street parking lot to carpool. This short hike (1.6 miles round trip) along Wolf Creek through a Douglas fir and alder forest leads to the

only place in Oregon where the corners of four counties (Washington, Tillamook, Clatsop and Columbia) meet. Afterward, hikers will get back in their cars and drive to the Sunset Wayside Rest Area. Here, there’s a loop trail (1.5 miles) that crosses South Fork Rock Creek on a 100-foot bridge through an alder forest.

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EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN SOMEONE'S LIFE Coast Rehabilitation Services is looking for compassionate and enthusiastic employees to work along side people with developmental disabilities. Duties consist of relationship and skill building, support for daily living activities, community participation, and advocacy. Beginning wage- $11.25 an hour. Previous experience helpful but not necessary; we will train. Generous benefits including medical and dental, FLEX, 401k; pass drug test and criminal background check; high school graduate or GED required. Equal Opportunity Employer. Please call 503-861-3372 ext. 202 Visit our website www.coastrehab.org and our Facebook page. Front/Night Auditor Full-time/Part-time needed. Starting wage $11 an hour. Applications at Gearhart by the Sea 1157 N. Marion. D.O.E. Drug test required.

Full or part-time Driver needed. Wages DOE, CDL required, North West Ready Mix. 950 OlneyAvenue nwready@pacifier.com (503)325-3562 Full time Medical Biller / PT Medical Receptionist , Experience necessary, Send resume to ATTN. Jeanne 2120 Exchange St Suite 200 Astoria OR 97103

Billʼs Tavern and Brewhouse is now accepting applications for Summertime Servers. Previous experience preferred. Please apply in person at 188 N Hemlock, Cannon Beach. 503-436-2202 Inn of the Four Winds Housekeeping and Front Desk positions available. Previous experience preferred. Full/Part-time positions available. Must be 18 and have valid driverʼs license. $15/hr. Applications may be picked up in person at: 820 North Prom, Seaside Oregon 97138. Tyack Dental Group seeks full time business office assistant/data entry. Required skills include excellent multi-tasking, basic secretarial skills, familiarity with computer and multi-line phone, professional demeanor and great people skills. Starting pay 15/hour with merit raises thereafter. Generous benefit package available. Tyack Dental Group 433 30th St. Astoria, Or 97103 (503)338-6000 jtyack@clatskanie.com CLASSIFIED ADS act fast to sell the no-longer-needed items you have around your home. Call today! 503-325-3211.

Full-time Maintenance help wanted. Relevant hotel/vacation rental experience desired. Drivers license required. Apply at Inn of the Four Winds 820 N. Prom. Seaside Oregon Grace Episcopal Church Employment opportunity for part-time Secretary. The Preferred candidate will have: computer, publishing, communication and organizational skills, and an ability to multi-task and work with a variety of people with a positive and caring attitude. Grace Church 1545 Franklin Avenue, Astoria Please call 503-325-4691 for more information

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Mailroom Opportunity to work part-time (15-25 hours per week) in our packaging and distributing department at The Daily Astorian. Duties include using machines to place inserts into the newspaper, labeling newspapers and moving the papers from the press. Must be able to regularly lift 40 lbs. in a fast paced environment. Mechanical aptitude helpful and the ability to work well with others is required. Pre-employment drug test required. Pick up an application at The Daily Astorian, 949 Exchange Street or send resume and letter of interest to EO Media Group, PO Box 2048, Salem, OR 97308-2048, fax (503) 371-2935 or e-mail hr@eomediagroup.com

Now Hiring! Full-time Caregivers DAY, EVE and NOC shifts available Please Apply online at: www.teamavamere.com Suzanne Elise Assisted Living 101 Forest Drive Seaside, OR 97138 (503)738-0307 Tyack Dental Group Astoria office is seeking experienced, full time dental assistant to be a key part of our team. Highly competitive wages, vacation, holidays, retirement plan, medical, and dental. Radiology certification required. Tyack Dental Group 433 30th St. Astoria, Or 97103 (503)338-6000 jtyack@clatskanie.com Part-Time Sales Person Needed for J&S Appliance Must have experience. Apply in Person 529 SE Marlin Ave, Warrenton 503-861-0929

70 Help Wanted Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking a project manager – professional engineer 2 in Astoria. This role supervises and manages ODOTʼs role in the delivery of multi-million dollar transportation construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering construction contracts and will become a part of the stateʼs management team. To learn more and to apply, please visit our website (www.odotjobs.com) and search for job posting ODOT17-0452oc. This opportunity closes July 30, 2017. ODOT is an AA/EEO Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Pacific Seafood is hiring experienced Filleters. For more info and/or to apply please visit www.careers.fish or apply in person at: 200 Railroad Ave, Astoria, OR 97103. Pacific Seafood is an e-verify and equal opportunity employer.

Port of Astoria Administration Office is now accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Property Manager. Visit the Port of Astoria website at www.portofastoria.com

Want to find the fountain of youth? Try working with young people! Weʼve got them- ages 16-24. If you like this age group, youʼll love working here. On-Call Residential Advisors $13/hour Work on an as-needed basis, swing and graveyard shifts. Night owls especially needed! For job information and to apply: www.mtcjobs.com . Not sure? Call for a dorm tour: 503338-4954 Management & Training Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran MTC Values Diversity! Tongue Point Job Corp Center is a Drug and tobacco-free campus.

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Want an international experience without leaving home? Come work at Tongue Point Job Corps Center! Our students, and staff, represent numerous countries and cultures from around the world. Now Hiring! RN Cook Cafeteria Attendant Maintenance Worker Bus Driver (16/hrs/wk) For job and benefits information and to apply: www.mtcjobs.com . Questions? Call 503-338-4961 Management & Training Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran MTC Values Diversity! Tongue Point Job Corp Center is a Drug-free and tobacco-free workplace. CLASSIFIED ADS act fast to sell the no-longer-needed items you have around your home. Call today! 503-325-3211.

We are still looking for you! Summer is here and we have year round and seasonal positions still available. •Great wages •Employee dining and merchandise discounts •Flexible schedules •Full or part time Come spend your time beachside, working for Oregonʼs finest familyowned coastal hospitality company. As part of the Martin Hospitality team, youʼll help provide impeccable service, luxury guest experiences and family fun in stunning Cannon Beach. Applications: online at www.martinhospitality.com/jobs or in person at 148 East Gower, Cannon Beach. Please call Tamara at 503-4361197 if you have questions. We look forward to hearing from you.

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ometimes you just want a cup of coffee. Any reliable place will do. But sometimes you want an experience. That’s when you go to Pacific Pearl. Dawn Greenfield, owner-operator of Pacific Pearl Coffee Company, home of handcrafted beverages and treats, located one block from the beach on Broadway Street, arrived in Seaside by way of Vegas. “I was born in Portland,” Greenfield said. “My husband is from New York. Da Bronx! We took a vacation to Seaside, and that moment decided this was where we wanted to live.” Greenfield said she believes in making coffee the old-fashioned way. And it’s Sleepy Monk organic coffee she’s brewing. “Every beverage ordered is handcrafted,” Greenfield said. “We grind the beans. We work the press.” Don’t take yours black? Pacific Pearl has just about any lightener you can think of. Soy milk. Hemp milk. Rice milk. And for those “the heck with calories, give me the Half ’n Half” types, she’s got it. You want whipped cream and chocolate on top? Sure thing. And they’ve also got the newest craze: white espresso. What’s that again? “It’s made from beans that are barely roasted. It’s a true caffeine rush,” Greenfield said. Pacific Pearl is a family-run business. “My whole family is on board,” Greenfield said. “I couldn’t do it without them.” After being open for

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about a year, Greenfield was more than ready for a space rearrange. She closed for two weeks to complete the remodel but is rarin’ to go once again. “Before, pretty much everything we offer was to go, but now we can offer our patrons sit-down counters and tables,” Greenfield said. The space also doubles as a venue for art. “Our walls are an ever-changing gallery for the work of local artists.” Pacific Pearl does have an arty vibe. It’s not entirely mellow; the atmosphere feels alive. The place seems like a perfect destination after an athletic walk or run on the promenade, or

where you might pull up on your Harley when you’re ready for a caffeine shot. As Greenfield’s pal Keith I. Baker noted, it’s on the surrey route. “Tourists can park their surrey out front and come inside for a smoothie,” Greenfield joked. This summer she’ll be adding a few dessert items to the menu. “I’ll be doing homemade pound cake with Oregon berries and whipped cream,” Greenfield said. “We’ll see what else.” Meanwhile, she is open to catering corporate events, beach weddings, and is thinking ahead to Hallow-

een. A substantial portion of her store’s unused space is about to become an exciting tourist attraction called the “Seaside Inverted Experience.” Greenfield’s friend Keith I. Baker, the venue’s owner and creator, and a mariner for 30 years, has brought his unique perspective to open the Inverted Experience. “It’s a one-of-a-kind photo adventure with a vintage Seaside theme,” Baker said. The Inverted Experience is truly upside down. Patrons pose in an upside-down bedroom, bathroom, or upside-down bar. Famous Seaside attractions like the Promenade and the reef of the Seaside Aquarium have been reproduced, albeit upside down. The idea: You use the camera in your cell phone to take a photo, which is then photo-shopped. You’ll have a unique keepsake to forever document your time at the beach. Meanwhile, once you’ve had your fill of life upside down, kick back at Pacific Pearl. “I’m really glad to be here,” Greenfield said. “It’s been a long time dream of mine to have a coffee shop.” Pacific Pearl Coffee Co. is located at 111 Broadway St. CW

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WHAT DO WE WANT? CELTIC PROTEST SONGS! LONG BEACH, WASH. — “If there’s one thing the Irish and Scots understand, it’s protest songs,” the Peninsula Arts Center in Long Beach, Wash., wrote in a release. And the center’s next concert, “Songs of Protest and Rebellion Through the Ages,” will feature two of the best Celtic artists in the Northwest. The show will be held 7 p.m. Saturday, July 22. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Harpist and singer Elizabeth Nicholson is “at the vanguard of a new generation of Celtic musicians,” according to press materials. Considered among the top American interpreters of Irish traditional music for harp, her studies have also included classical, Paraguayan and mediaeval harp. She has “stretched the traditional boundaries of the instrument into rock music and country blues,” organizers said. Her most recent album of traditional and original music, “Sink or Swim” (Waterbug Records) was released to widespread critical praise and international airplay. Bob Soper is counted

among Portland’s most versatile multi-instrumentalists. A rock and jazz drummer who also studied classical Indian music at the Ali Akbar College in California, he went on to learn the Irish fiddle, “ultimately becoming one the Northwest’s most sought after players,” organizers wrote. Also an accomplished banjo, guitar, & bouzouki player (and a singer of both Irish and American traditional styles), he’s been a member of some of the region’s most beloved and successful ensembles. Tickets are $15 and available on Brown Paper Tickets, by emailing events@ peninsulaartscenter.org, or by calling 360-901-0962.

for purchase. All events benefit the Long Beach Peninsula Acoustic Music Foundation, a nonprofit charitable organization. The Peninsula Arts Center is located at 504 Pacific Ave. N. Long Beach.

ASTORIA — Are you prepared for the “Big One”? The Oregon Field Guide documentary “Unprepared,” produced by Oregon Public Broadcasting, will be screened at Fort George Brewery (1483 Duane St.) the evening of Thursday, July 20, as part of a community awareness event to highlight seismic risks and vulnerabilities in Oregon. The full event takes place 6 to 9 p.m. The Oregon Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers will be hosting the screening, in partnership with the brewery, the City of Astoria and Clatsop County for the event. A panel of local engineers and emergency managers, as well as Allison Pyrch, a geotechnical engineer featured in the documentary, will be available for questions following the film. The panel will answer

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questions about the Cascadia Subduction Zone event and other local seismic risks, and how Astoria and Oregon are preparing. The event is free and open to all ages. Door prizes will be awarded at the end of the event. The award-winning “Unprepared” highlights seismic risks in Oregon and the potential for major disruption after the

expected 9.0 Cascadia earthquake and tsunami. “It also starts the conversation about what we as Oregonians can do to be more prepared, both individually and as a community,” the Oregon Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers said in a release. The trailer for the documentary can be found online.

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recently stopped by Charlie’s Chop House, the new venture between Charlie Holboke and chef Chris Dunn, to see what they were tossing together behind the bar. Located next to two of Holboke’s other businesses, the Tiki Bar and Charlie’s Chowder House, one gets the sense that this block of Marine Drive will soon be known as Holboke’s Row. This new incarnation of an old-school steak-

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house features blood-red walls accented with black trim, and the dark color combination helps provide a speakeasy-like vibe. The old wooden bar from Hazel’s has been saved and adorned with enough shelves to house plenty of local and top-tier spirits. Running the bar that day was Alison Mück, who has followed Dunn from the Merry Time Bar and Grill to the Chop House. Mück is responsible for developing (or updating) many of the signature cocktails on the Chop House’s list, which are all named after different types of trees. The cocktail list focuses on laid-back, old-school cool, utilizing fresh-squeezed juice whenever possible. Mück tries to steer clear of syrups.

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“I’m getting too old to just go out and do shots all night,” she told me. “I need to start thinking about my hangover the night before.” Working in fresh-squeezed juice is at least a nod to doing good when you are doing bad. The Alder is a ginbased cocktail perfect for a summer afternoon or evening. With the tartness of the grapefruit juice it shares some of the same DNA as a Salty Dog, but is much more floral forward with the gin base and the addition of St.-Germain, an elderflower liqueur. Following Mück’s lead, might as well stock up on Vitamin C while spending a night on the town.

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ASTORIA — Clatsop Community College invites artists to submit to the 2018 international juried exhibition “Au Naturel: The Nude in the 21st Century.” The 2018 exhibit will be open for viewing at the college’s Royal Nebeker Art Gallery from Thursday, Jan. 25, through Thursday, March 15, 2018, with a special community reception 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22. The “Au Naturel” competition is open to all artists from around the globe working in two-dimensional drawing, painting or printmaking media, with a focus on the nude human ﬁgure as subject

Juice one half of a grapefruit. Shake all the liquids except the soda water with ice in a cocktail shaker until cold. Pour contents into a pint glass. Top off the last inch or so with the soda water. —Recipe courtesy of Alison Mück, bar manager at Charlie’s Chop House Charlie’s Chop House is located at 1313 Marine Drive and open from 5 to 10 p.m. Wednesday CW

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matter in any form from representational to abstract, and in which the handmade mark is employed as the primary means of image-making. Entrants must be 18 or older. Submitted artwork must have been executed in the last three years and available for the duration of the exhibit. Visit the exhibit website to view artwork from previous “Au Naturel” exhibitions and for further information about the show at aunaturelart.com/ Applications are now being accepted online via the CaFÉ™ website at callforentry.org/ Applications must be received on CaFÉ™ by midnight (11:59:59 p.m.) Mountain Time on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017. There is no additional fee to use the CaFÉ™ online application system. Enter and register a username and password. Navigate to Apply to Calls, and search the list for “Au Naturel: The Nude in the 21st Century.” The site also provides detailed instructions for use. There is a $40 fee for the

submission of up to three images, and $5 for each additional image submitted. Exhibit awards will include $1,000 in cash prizes and up to $2,000 in purchase awards. A select number of Visiting Artist Workshop awards will also be granted. In addition, one artist will be chosen to be featured a solo show for the following exhibition season (2018 to 2019) at the Royal Nebeker Art Gallery. For a prospectus, download the document from the “Au Naturel” website at aunaturelart.com or send a SASE to Au Naturel International Juried Exhibition, care of Kristin Shauck, Clatsop Community College, 1651 Lexington Ave., Astoria, Ore., 97103. Serving as juror for the 2018 exhibit is Arvie Smith, a man known nationally for his large format socially provocative ﬁgurative paintings. For more information about the exhibition, contact Kristin Shauck at 503-338-2472 or kshauck@ clatsopcc.edu

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he Pacific Northwest is home to some fine academic publishers, and this week I’d like to call your attention to a thoughtful new book from Oregon State University Press that considers how serious environmental and other challenges are dealt with by scientists, policy-makers and citizens. “New Strategies for Wicked Problems” was a collaborative effort edited by OSU professors Edward P. Weber, Denise Lach and Brent S. Steel. The editors define “wicked’ problems as having three primary characteristics. First, they involve such complex causes and effects that it is hard to get a handle on the problem, much less come up with good solutions. Second, they involve overlapping problems that cut across multiple policy domains and involve many different (and often competing) players. And finally, no matter the amount of brainpower and resources thrown their way, wicked problems are “relentless,” and any potential solutions will impact a multitude of issues beyond the initial problem. The wicked dilemmas this book uses as examples include fracking, salmon recovery, forest management and health care. Feel a headache coming on? The chapter on fracking was particularly thorny, not only in terms of content, but also in its use of academic jargon. To be fair, this is

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the ﬁrst section, a follow-up section pitches ideas for new ways of moving forward. These chapters advocate for replacing exclusive and ultimately unsuccessful top-down delivery of policy edicts with strategies that value and integrate input from local stakeholders and practitioners. The authors of these chapters offer new approaches including “post-normal” science, place-based social learning and knowledge-to-action networks. These sound like buzzwords at ﬁrst, but the authors demonstrate how these collaborative approaches encourage more constructive solutions. Again, this isn’t easy

reading, but ”New Strategies for Wicked Problems” does offer ideas that might help us extract ourselves from the bickering, ﬁnger-pointing, ignorance-exalting, polarized quicksand into which we currently seem to be sinking. Especially if you’re a scientist, a citizen activist or a policy-maker, this book provides perspectives that can help you reinvigorate the way you address problem-solving. The Bookmonger is Barbara Lloyd McMichael, who writes this weekly column focusing on the books, authors and publishers of the Paciﬁc Northwest. Contact her at bkmonger@nwlink. com.

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