Coast Weekend March 30, 3017 by Our Coast

coast

weekend Every Thursday • March 30, 2017 • coastweekend.com

arts & entertainment

JANE BARNES REVUE PROWLS

THE CATWALK

2 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

April 1

@ The Liberty Theater Astoria

Showtime at 7:00 PM - Doors open at 6:00 PM AMERICAN FOOL is the Pacific Northwest’s premier tribute to the music of John “Cougar” Mellencamp. They replicate the heart, st soulst and excitement of nearly four decades of hits.

April 1@@The TheLiberty Liberty Theater April 1 Theater Tickets available on-line at Ticketswest.com Astoria Astoria at 7:00 PMTheater - Doors open 6:00 PM andShowtime at the Liberty boxatoffice st st

Showtime at 7:00 PM -Liberty Doors open at Theater 6:00 PM The April 1 @ AMERICAN FOOL is the Pacific Northwest’s premier tribute to the Astoria music of John “Cougar”Astoria Mellencamp. They replicate the heart, AMERICAN FOOL is the Pacific Northwest’s premier tribute Showtime at 7:00 7:00 PM --of Doors open at PM Showtime at PM Doors open at 6:00 6:00 PM to the soul and excitement nearly four decades of hits.

music of John “Cougar” Mellencamp. They replicate the heart, LibertyAstoria.org Tickets available Ticketswest.com soul and excitementon-line of nearlyatfour decades of hits. AMERICANand FOOL isthe the Pacific Pacific Northwest’s tribute AMERICAN FOOL the Northwest’s premier tribute to to the the atis Liberty Theaterpremier box office Tickets available on-line atThey Ticketswest.com music of of John John “Cougar” Mellencamp. Mellencamp. replicate music “Cougar” They replicate the the heart, heart, soulat and excitement of nearly nearly four decades of soul and excitement of four decades of hits. hits. and the Liberty Theater box office

Tickets available available on-line on-line at at Ticketswest.com Tickets Ticketswest.com

MARCH 30, 2017 // 3

Help SOLVE clear the entire Oregon Coast of litter OREGON COAST — Kick off Earth Month with SOLVE’s 32nd annual Spring Beach Cleanup from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1. SOLVE welcomes volunteers of all ages to join together in clearing the entire Oregon Coast of litter and marine debris. Every spring and fall, volunteers from across Oregon head to the beach as part of SOLVE’s twice-annual coastwide cleanups. This home-grown tradition beneﬁts people and wildlife alike, supporting clean seas and healthy communities. This year’s event marks the 50th Anniversary of the Oregon Beach Bill, which

granted public recreational access to beaches along all 362 miles of coastline. This landmark piece of legislation has contributed to what makes Oregon such a unique place to live and visit. “Oregon’s public beaches are unique to our state, providing the basis for many of the beloved cultural and recreational activities that contribute to our identity as Oregonians,” said Tim Morgan, CEO of AAA Oregon. “The coast is shared by all of us, and the Spring Oregon Beach Cleanup provides the opportunity to join together to keep it clean and healthy.” When: The SOLVE Spring Oregon Beach Cleanup will take place 10 a.m.

coast

weekend INSIDE THIS ISSUE

arts & entertainment ON THE COVER

As the Jane Barnes Revue came to a close in 2015, a dance party broke out on the stage. New and old Janes kick up their heels Saturday, April 1. No foolin’. PHOTO BY JOSHUA BESSEX

See story on Page 8

CLOSE TO HOME

A winter gathering of the Chinook The Tsinuk were a proud people, and are a proud people.

THE ARTS

Unifying the coast

Owning the night

Oregon Coast Love Coalition opens doors to unity

FEATURE

The Jane Barnes Revue turns 7.

DINING

Mouth of the Columbia

McMenamins makes good on chain’s promise.

FURTHER ENJOYMENT MUSIC CALENDAR .....................5 CROSSWORD................................6 GRAB BAG...................................19 CW MARKETPLACE...........15, 16 SEE + DO...............................10, 11

Find it all online!

CoastWeekend.com features full calendar listings, keyword search and easy sharing on social media.

PHOTO BY SOLVE

A volunteer holds up debris from Asia.

to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 2017. Who: This is a family-friendly event and all Oregonians are encouraged

COAST WEEKEND EDITOR LAURA SELLERS-EARL COAST WEEKEND PHOTOS DANNY MILLER ADVERTISING MANAGER BETTY SMITH CONTRIBUTORS DAVID CAMPICHE ERICK BENGEL DAN HAAG LYNNETTE RAE MCADAMS BARBARA LLOYD MCMICHAEL To advertise in Coast Weekend, call 503-325-3211 or contact your local sales representative. © 2016 COAST WEEKEND 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.

TO SUBMIT AN ITEM

Phone: 503.325.3211 Ext. 217 or 800.781.3211 Fax: 503.325.6573 E-mail: editor@coastweekend.com Address: P.O.Box 210 • 949 Exchange St. Astoria, OR 97103 Coast Weekend is published every Thursday by the EO Media Group, all rights reserved. No part of this publication can be reproduced without consent of the publisher. Coast Weekend appears weekly in The Daily Astorian and the Chinook Observer.

to participate! How: Volunteers check in at a site at 10 a.m. Closest sites are: • Fort Stevens: Columbia River Beach • Fort Stevens: Peter Iredale Beach • Sunset Beach Approach Cleanup, Warrenton • Del Rey Beach Approach, Gearhart • Gearhart Beach Approach • Seaside Beach Turnaround • Cannon Beach City Hall • Nehalem Bay State Park • Laneda and Ocean Avenue, Manzanita Register at one of 45 beach cleanup sites. For more information and to see

a list of cleanup sites, please visit solveoregon.org or call Kaleen Boyle at 503-8449571 x332. Why: From the thousand-pound ﬁshing net to the tiniest piece of plastic in the sand, litter and marine debris on Oregon’s coast is an issue that affects everyone, threatening the health of our environment and impacting the economy. Every year, ﬁsh, shorebirds and other wildlife ingest and become entangled in discarded debris, and it’s preventable. “The chance to walk in a quiet place and make it cleaner, safer, and more pristine is priceless,” said John Andersen, SOLVE beach captain in Netarts,

“We have a duty to be stewards for all creatures that exist now or will exist in the future, and these annual cleanups are a big part of the solution. Come Prepared: Wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. All cleanup supplies will be provided. Volunteers who would like to help make the event more sustainable are encouraged to bring their own reusable bucket and work gloves. The most common items found during this event are broken pieces of plastic and cigarette butts, which are harmful to local wildlife. Bring an old colander to sift the tide lines for these tiny pieces.

4 // COASTWEEKEND.COM Books, gardening, hiking, hobbies, recreation, personalities, travel & more

CLOSE TO HOME

A WINTER GATHERING OF THE CHINOOK By DAVID CAMPICHE FOR COAST WEEKEND

The Creator shaped this series of sloughs and waterways that bleed from the Columbia, the river called Yakaitl-Wimakl by the Tsinuk or Chinook people. A soft landing offered access for the stately cedar canoes. Just feet from the water’s edge, 14 longhouses scattered evenly across the waterfront. The village was called Cathlapotle, and from here, 900 indigenous people went about their business: gathering firewood, tending fires, mending, bathing daily, boiling roots for breakfast. Boiling salmon in waterproof reed baskets by adding red-hot stones. Gathering eggs from the nests of wildfowl, geese and swans, and then, as the morning unfurled, beginning the most important task of all, educating the youth. Tony Johnson, current chief of the Tsinuk nation, calls the time around the campfires that warmed the long, stately lodges, “our university.” In other words, “study time.” A time to explore religion, to record the stories of the elders. To weave baskets and mats. And carving time. Here they would plan the days and weeks that lay ahead: the gathering of berries and roots and the harvest of fat spring salmon, the Tyee that constituted the bulk of Native sustenance, and a trade good with the disparate tribes that lined the West Coast of the Pacific and scattered inland as far as the Rocky Mountains and across the plains. The Tsinuk traveled mostly by water, in cedar canoes ranging in length from 12 to 70 feet in length, and shaped from single cedar logs with adzes and hot stones, with fire and muscle and with a prestigious skill that was passed from father to son over millenniums. The elegant canoes are considered masterpieces by museums around the world.

The Longhouse interier.

The gathering

A winter gathering of the Tsinuk people took place late this winter. From beginning to finish, the meeting was inspiring. A hundred or more rendezvoused at the hand-built plank house, built in a traditional manner on a historical spot, overlooking the Columbia and beside an inlet which offers shelter from storms and wily river currents. Lewis and Clark passed here in 1805, and commented on the disposition of the handsome village and its inhabitants. Plainly, the Corps of Discovery was broke. Remaining trade goods were distributed between two bandanas. The Chinook were the major traders of the West Coast. They were practiced in the fine art of bartering. A few fish hooks didn’t begin to add up to the purchase of an otter pelt, which in the latter years of the 19th century, could be sold in Canton for a small fortune. The Corps was out of luck and plainly miffed by the situation. Descriptions of these proud people were frequently derisive. The Euro-Americans wanted land, timber and access to the millions of Chinook salmon that traversed the big river.

Mildred Robinson.

Native people were in the way. Again, the Tsinuk are standing tall, and with their resurrection comes pride. And pride can withstand the most destructive intimidations. On a chilly winter afternoon, guests were quartered inside the intimate lodge and exposed to a celebration of dance, music, songs, and stories. Two large pit fires warmed the lodge. Through openings in the planked roof, smoke furled out into the damp Northwest sky. Here was a world lit only by firelight.

Devotion to culture

Johnson speaks the language elegantly. He is a carver of distinction. He is also fierce in his devotion to his culture, one of many that were pushed into near extinction by the new boys on the block, the Boston Tillicums. He is gracious to a fault, as are his brothers and sisters. This too, is custom. This is family. Guests are received with warmth, fed well, and smothered with affection and appropriate gifts. Elders are honored and children respected. Along with the love, discipline abounds.

Sam Robinson.

The lodge was built with precise specifications from the historical plank house or longhouse dating back to the 19th century. Johnson, Adam McIssac and friends carved the totems of his people. Adze work dominates the interior, even to the point of scribing the 90-foot cedar log that stretches from the front of the house and its round beckoning entrance to the back wall. Simply put, my family and I found the space to be exhilarating. The craftsmanship was fine and evocative of another time and place. A good place. These were the traditional homes of the Cathlamet, Clatsop, Lower Chinook, Wahkiakum and Willapa. Homes to the First Peoples of the Northwest Coast. It is not my privilege to expose the intricacies of every song and prayer, but let it be said, that ancient canoeing songs and welcome greetings in Native tongues, fueled an intimate longing and respect for a culture that revered the Great Spirit, and dignified the land through careful ecology for thousands of years. “I feel the Creator’s love,” said Tony Johnson, “when

the sun shines on this lodge, and the birds sing.” When nature communes its blessings. Blessings, indeed! The Tsinuk were a proud people, and are a proud people. In a country, thick with immigrants from the Irish to the Vietnamese, from the first Dutchman to the millions of Hispanics, the Tsinuk people were the first. Their explorations expand 12,000 years. Now, they are struggling for federal recognition. Witness the respect and dignity that these First People negotiate with their brothers and sisters. Perhaps you might remember a Siouxan chant, “Meta cuye oyasin. We are all one people.” The Tsinuk have practiced the wisdom of their cousins from the remote time when the great thunderbird released the Tsinuk into the world of ocean and river, the magnificent homeland of the Columbia-Pacific. The plank house rests on the refuge at Richfield, Washington, and is open daily. An hour from Astoria, it is worthy of your visit. (http://bit.ly/2nEipGX) or, office@ ChinookNation.org

MARCH 30, 2017 // 5

IN THE COLUMBIA-PACIFIC REGION Thursday, March 30

Loretta & Patsy

Basin Street NW 6 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.

Friday, March 31

7 p.m. NCRD Performing Arts Center, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, 503368-7008, $25. Renowned singers Mary Cameron and Julie Amici will join forces to perform a musical tribute to the great country artists Loretta Lynn and Patsy Cline in “Loretta & Patsy: Together Again.”

Senior Center Jam 6:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-468-0390, free. 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. Pretty Gritty 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. Blaine Heinonen and Sarah Wolff of Pretty Gritty perform elements of country, rock, blues and soul. Nick Schnebelen Band 7:30 p.m., The Birk, 11139 Hwy. 202, Birkenfeld, 503-755-2722, $10. The Nick Schnebelen Band is an American roots experience, welding together pieces of blues, rock and some fast and funky swing.

Friday, March 31 Geezer Creak 6 p.m., Urban Café, 1119 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-338-5133, no cover, all ages. Geezer Creak plays originals and a mix of acoustic music with Dale Clark on guitar and Bob Lennon on mandolin. Maggie & the Cats 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, no cover, 21 +. Maggie & the Cats play world-class blues music, Creole, jazz, funk, rhythm-n-blues and soul. Thistle & Rose 6 p.m., Seasons Café, 255 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1159. Thistle

and Rose perform original tunes, folk and Americana music from the 70s and 80s. Tom Trudell 6 p.m., Shelburne Inn Restaurant, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360642-4150, no cover. Tom Trudell plays jazz piano. 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. Carolyn Cruso 7 p.m., Cannon Beach History Center, 1387 Spruce St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-9301, $15. Carolyn Cruso is a versatile musician playing the hammered dulcimer, flute and guitar, performing original tunes, songs and traditional material. Chris McNarry 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-468-0206, no cover, 21 +. Chris McNarry plays Americana music. Loretta & Patsy 7 p.m., NCRD Performing Arts Center, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, 503-3687008, $25. Renowned singers Mary

Cameron and Julie Amici will join forces to perform a musical tribute to the great country artists Loretta Lynn and Patsy Cline in “Loretta & Patsy: Together Again.” Open Mic & Jam 7 p.m., Pacific Pearl Bistro, 111 Broadway, Seaside. All styles welcome to jam, hosted by the Tim Kelly Blues Band. Red & Ruby 7 p.m., McMenamins, 1157 Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, no cover. Swing and jazz duo Red and Ruby perform original arrangements, musical gems, ballads, roots jazz and Western swing from the 1920s to the present. Equinox 8 p.m., KALA, 1017 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-338-4878, $10. Comprised of David Drury, Todd Pederson and Shelley Loring Barker, Equinox is deeply rooted in a wide spectrum of jazz tradition playing a mix of vivid original pieces, personal arrangements from standards and classic to modern and contemporary. Junebugs 9 p.m., San Dune Pub, 127 Laneda

Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-5080, 21 +. The eclectic taste of the Junebugs range from turn-of-the-century Americana to modern hip hop. Low Key 9 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. Songwriter Gabriel Shane of Low Key writes acoustic pop music with soul and hip-hop vibes.

Saturday, April 1

MORE MUSIC coastweekend.com/ cw/music

901-0962, $15. Carolyn Cruso is a versatile musician playing the hammered dulcimer, flute and guitar, performing original tunes, songs and traditional material. Girls Love Rockets 7 p.m., The Birk, 11139 Hwy. 202, Birkenfeld, 503-755-2722. Girls Love Rockets is an indie, alternative pop music group whose songs are engaging, playful and centered around a strong rhythm section with electronic sounds.

Adams & Costello 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, no cover, 21 +. Julie Adams and Michael Costello play jazz, blues and original music.

Boys Keep Swinging 8 p.m., Sou’Wester Lodge, 3728 J Place, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-2542, no cover. Boys Keep Swinging is a David Bowie cover band featuring members of Gossip, Wampire, Fur Coats, Cat Hock Band and Snowblind Traveler.

Geezer Creak 6 p.m., T. Paul’s Supper Club, 360 12th St., Astoria, 503-338-5133, no cover, all ages. Geezer Creak plays originals and a mix of acoustic music with Dale Clark on guitar and Bob Lennon on mandolin.

Julie Amici Band 9 p.m., San Dune Pub, 127 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-5080, 21 +. The Julie Amici Band is a union of jazz, blues and country, adding a fresh take to a bygone era.

George Coleman 6 p.m., Shelburne Inn Restaurant, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6424150, 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. Tom Trudell 6:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Tom Trudell plays jazz piano. American Fool 7 p.m., Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, $20. John Cougar Mellencamp tribute band American Fool replicates the heart, soul and energy of four decades of Mellencamp hits. Carolyn Cruso 7 p.m., CCC Peninsula Arts Center, 504 Pacific Ave., Long Beach, Wash., 360-

Low Key 9 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. Songwriter Gabriel Shane of Low Key writes acoustic pop music with soul and hip-hop vibes.

Sunday, April 2 Richard T. & Friends 11:30 a.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Richard T. and friends performs a repertoire of blues. Kitchen Music 1 p.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2239. Join the circle and enjoy traditional, folk, bluegrass, country, blues and pop music played by local musicians. All levels welcome. Jazz Benefit 2 p.m., CCC Performing Arts Center, 588 16th St., Astoria, $10, all ages. North Coast Big Band presents “Jazz @ PAC,” an afternoon of jazz music, a benefit for the Performing Arts Center.

music first

6 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE CROSSWORD By Tracy Gray and Jeff Chen / Puzzles Edited by Will Shortz Answers on Page 18

75 Feudal lords 77 Practice mixology 81 Chum 82 James of NBC’s “The Blacklist” 84 One side in golf’s Ryder Cup 86 Song of mourning 87 Big, husky sorts 90 Pennsylvania’s “Gem City” 92 Director Kurosawa 93 Title creature in a 1958 #1 Sheb Wooley hit 97 Buick model 98 Planter’s aid 99 Figure-skating jump 100 It’s a wrap 102 False start? 105 Words of defiance 106 Control groups 110 Captain of the Pequod 111 Actor Reeves 113 Onetime acquisition of G.E. 116 Shipping coolant 118 Cameo, for one 119 Dystopian film of 1971 122 Rihanna album featuring “Work” 123 Juice brand whose middle letter is represented as a heart 124 Tushy 125 Biggest employer in Moline, Ill. 126 Bridge position 127 Drop-____ 128 GPS, e.g., in military lingo 129 Wild Turkey and Jim Beam 1 2 3 4 5 6

DOWN Bowls over Word both before and after “to” Retriever’s retrieval, maybe Little Rascals’ ring-eyed pooch Big airport inits. Hathaway of “The Intern”

Mixed Results

ACROSS 1 Martin Van Buren was the first president who wasn’t one 5 Get ready for a long drive 11 I.M. chuckle 14 Martial arts move 18 Vitamix competitor 20 Hoity-toity 21 Shelley’s “To the Moon,” e.g. 22 It’s between the Study and Lounge on a Clue board 23 1970s TV cartoon series, with “The” 26 World capital whose seal depicts St. Hallvard 27 Pull out 28 It might give you a shock 29 Missile Command maker 30 Scintilla 31 Filmer in a stadium 33 Noodle dish 35 Rushes on banks? 37 Medicinal plant 39 Possible subject of a French scandal 40 German article 41 “Who ____ you?” 45 1973 No. 1 hit for Jim Croce 51 Téa of “Madam Secretary” 52 Pull (in) 53 Philosopher who wrote “To be sane in a world of madmen is in itself madness” 55 It may carry a virus 56 First and last word of the Musketeers’ motto 57 Pour, as wine 60 Degree in math? 61 Wrestler’s wear 63 Claw 65 Tickles 68 Target protector, perhaps 70 Jury-rigged 72 Monastery head’s jurisdiction

7 Point out 8 Cabbage variety 9 Rice-Eccles Stadium player 10 Image on the back of a dollar bill 11 Lindsay of “Freaky Friday” 12 Sign of decay 13 Civil rights icon John 14 Hearty soups 15 “Idaho cakes,” in diner lingo 16 Slapstick sidekick of old comedy 17 Movie-review revelations 19 B-side of Bruce Springsteen’s “Dancing in the Dark” 24 Toll 25 Shade of gray 32 Gaggle : geese :: ____ : emus 34 Actress Peet 36 Big name in ice cream 38 Rank between viscount and marquess 41 What may be brewing 42 Interstate hauler 43 Zen master’s query 44 Conundrum 46 Shoulder muscle 47 Lyre-plucking Muse 48 Howard of Hollywood 49 Delighting? 50 Letter header 54 Stammered syllables 56 Delta hub, in brief 58 European language 59 Costume worn by Michelle Pfeiffer in “Batman Returns” 62 Parisian palace 64 French for “sword” 66 Easy-to-peel fruit 67 “Rabbit Is Rich” Pulitzer winner 69 Hug 71 Org. that usually meets in evenings 72 P.D. dispatch 73 Epstein-____ virus

5 19

33 38

40 47

90 94

77 85

105 113

118

119

122

123

124

126

127

128

108

109

97 101

106

112

100

111

78 86

110

74 Military decorations featuring George Washington’s profile 76 Welcomes 78 Jolly Roger, in “Peter Pan” 79 Indian city whose name is an anagram of some Indian music 80 Bona fide 83 ____ Bowl 85 Matches, at a table 88 “Hmm … probably not”

54 60

104

103

102

114

120

89 Burned rubber 91 Comic’s asset 94 South American prairie 95 Harem servants, often 96 One of the geeks on “The Big Bang Theory” 101 Former Big Apple mayor Giuliani 102 Fruit tree 103 1953 hit film set in Wyoming 104 Animal with striped legs

115

107 116

117

121 125 129

105 107 108 109 112 114 115 117 120 121

Difficult conditions for sailing City with a University of Texas campus “Revelations” choreographer Hit pay dirt “The Wealth of Nations” subj. Its state song is “Yankee Doodle”: Abbr. Opera highlight ____ milk Mauna ____ Bandleader Eubanks, familiarly

Astor Street Opry brings back Lewis and Clark ASTORIA — The Astor Street Opry Company is proud to announce its original production of “Lewis and Clark, or How the Finns Discovered Astoria,” directed by Ashley Mundel, with musical direction by Dida DeAngelis and choreography by Carleta Lewis-Allen. Written by Judith P. Niland, with original music by Philip Morrill of Astoria, this vaudeville-styled, musical-melodrama is sure

to bring a smile to your face and a skip in your step during these dark North Coast nights. Witness as the heroes forge their way from Missouri to the Oregon Coast, suffering tragedy at the hands of evil foes while battling the wild — all without losing their beer supplies. Watch how they come to the gallant rescue of the Corps of Discovery, reach the end of the Pacific Trail first, and settle the city they christen

“Astoria” in honor of their relative, John Jacob Svenson-Astor. Performance dates are 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through April 29. There will be two Sunday matinees, 2 p.m. April 9 and April 23. The house opens 30 minutes before each performance. All Fridays are $5 for any seat. For tickets call 503-3256104, or find us online at www.astorstreetoprycompany.com.

PHOTO BY ALEX PAJUNAS

The Astor Street Opry Company kicks off “The Real Lewis and Clark Story, or How the Finns Discovered Astoria” on Friday.

MARCH 30, 2017 // 7 Visual arts, literature, theater, music & more

Oregon Coast Love Coalition opens doors to unity By DAN HAAG

FOR COAST WEEKEND

NEHALEM — You can be forgiven for feeling as though we live in a cynical world. Bombarded by the 24-hour news cycle, it’s tough to get your head above water and take a gulp of clean air. But, as it always does, hope persists. The Oregon Coast Love Coalition was born from a need to light a beacon of love and let it blaze. Its founder, LaNicia Williams of Nehalem, is determined to fan those flames.

‘I’ve been here before’

Williams moved to the Oregon Coast five years ago. After a stint in Cannon Beach, she moved to Wheeler in 2015. Despite moving away for six months, she returned to settle in Nehalem. “Thank God for Google,” she says with a laugh. She fell in love with the people and places of the North Coast and realized there was something bigger in store for her here. Like many, Williams is weary of political acrimony. From the national level on down, it seemed to her that people were more willing to incite conflict — even racism — over unity. “After the election, I read that kids at (Neahkah-nie) high school were being bullied over it,” she says. “It felt like it was time to do something.” Williams is walking a familiar path. In the 1990s, she was involved in organizing a Black Student Union at her school, something that met with resistance from administrators in a school of 1,700 students where only 32 were black. “They had the biggest to-do about something being called ‘Black Student Union.’ We ended up naming it the ‘African-American Awareness Club,’” she says, noting that the issue landed her on the front page of her hometown newspaper. After a recent local article covering her efforts, she realized she had come full circle. “I’ve been here before,” she says. “I’ve been primed for work that I never really thought I’d get into.”

‘What do we do with it?’

Like most movements, Oregon Coast Love Coalition began its life small; a Facebook post in this case.

SUBMITTED PHOTO

LaNicia Williams performs at a Hoffman Center for the Arts event in 2016. She believes musical diversity is a key component to cultural awareness. SUBMITTED PHOTO

LaNicia Williams, third from the left, marches with participants of Oregon Coast Love Coalition MLK Weekend Unity Walk, an event that highlighted community bonds.

“I posted ‘You ever have that moment when you want to say something, but you don’t really know what to say or how to say it,’” Williams says. OCLC was born from that question. Williams but was at first unsure how to share her hopes. “Growing up and living in other places, I’m used to MLK celebrations and Black History Month being a big deal,” she says, adding that a friend urged her to carry out an event that highlighted what OCLC stood for. The Martin Luther King Jr. weekend event was a celebration of peace, love and unity and featured the best of small town togetherness: a reading by author Helen Hill; a community healing circle; a Unity Breakfast and Walk. All were extremely well-attended. “I cried the whole day before,” she says. “I kept thinking ‘what have I done.’ The turnout blew my mind.” While Williams realizes that discussions and marches are part of the mechanism for positive change, but not the be–all and end– all. “We realized we have a platform, now what do we do with it?’ she says.

Changing the focus

Williams cites several areas where she believes Oregon Coast Love Coalition can provide unity. First, cultural experiences are a window into how other people live, love and grow. “People who live here say there is culture here, but I always correct them,” Williams says. “There is art and there are cultural events, but no culture.” Williams sees the potential for OCLC to be a conduit for changing that and hopes to incorporate more diverse events, such as community cultural parties. An accomplished singer from a strong musical family, Williams thinks musical diversity can play a role. Creating something that more people can fit into means — first and foremost — growing a safe community. That extends to the affordable housing crunch on the North Coast, another area Williams believes OCLC can help. Williams herself has been affected by this issue: she has moved three times a year since calling the North Coast her home, citing that as the reason she briefly left. “You cannot have a safe and inclusive community if people can’t afford a safe place

to live,” she says. Finally, Williams hopes OCLC can offer training and educational opportunities in local schools, where her experiences as a substitute teacher’s assistant showed her the need. “Kids were asking to touch my skin or why it was brown,” she says, adding that she realizes that is just the innocence of youth. “I want those kids to realize the world is full of people that are different than them.”

‘Play nice’

Williams knows racism, exists, even in this bucolic corner of the world. “I’m very aware I’m a black girl in a very white environment,” she says, adding that she doesn’t agree with those who insist there isn’t a problem here. Instead, she refuses to let racism define her or dictate her goals for Oregon Coast Love Coalition. “I live a life of love,” she says. “I don’t want this to be an organization where you only get one side of everything. You don’t grow that way.” She points out that despite what we may believe, think, or feel, we have a duty to one another to promote kindness and good will. “We’re all in this sandbox together,” she says. “We need to play nice.” For information on OCLC and how to get involved, email coastalsoulnw@gmail.com

8 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

‘JANES’ — MALE AND FEMA THE JANE BARNES REVUE — A CROSS-DRESSING, COMMUNITY-BUILDING PRODUCTION — TURNS 7 By ERICK BENGEL COAST WEEKEND

y day, he is Kevin Cronin: affable, mild-mannered family man and straight-laced community development director. But come nightfall April 1 at the Astoria Event Center, Mr. Cronin will disappear. And a Ms. Tippy Oakwood — a sexy, strutting starlet that looks just like Kevin but without the Y chromosome — will re-emerge after a year in hiding. Tippy’s Second Coming is one of more than a dozen drag performances mounting the catwalk at the seventh-annual Jane Barnes Revue — a topsy-turvy, gender-bending fundraiser for the Astoria Downtown Historic District Association. The adults-only event is named for “Oregon’s First Lady,” an adventurous, resourceful figure history often credits as “the first EuropeAges: 21+ an woman to set foot in Oregon Time/Date: 7:30 p.m. Country” shortly after the city’s settlement, according to the Oregon Saturday, April 1. Doors: Encyclopedia. 6:45 p.m. Barnes, a consummate survivor, Tickets: VIP: $75; Catwalk traveled abroad and made her own reserved $55; not-soway in the world. “Doing that as a close reserved $45; genwoman at the time was a very big eral seating $25. Availaccomplishment,” Sarah Lu Heath, able at Old Town Framing the downtown association executive Company, 1287 Commerdirector, said. To survive their inhibition-shedcial St. (Early purchase is ding excursion down the runway, strongly encouraged.) the revue’s male stars — the “GenRefreshments: Food, beer, tleman Janes” — summon their wine available inner Jane Barnes. “There’s so much nervous energy that it’s just electric,” said Marco Davis, founder of Astoria’s Dragalution, who is choreographing and will perform in group dance numbers that open and close the show. Cronin was pretty nervous last year when he introduced the world to “Tippy Oakwood” (the name of his childhood cat plus the New Jersey drive he grew up on). “I had never done anything like that before,” he said. But, as an athlete puts on his uniform and psychs himself up before a crucial game, Cronin donned his black wig, sleek black dress and makeup — blush, mascara and bright red lipstick — and created the person he needed to be.

JANE BARNES REVUE

Continued on Pg. 9

PHOTOS BY JOSHUA BESSEX

Above: Marco Davis, performing as Daylight Cums, is showered with praise and money, while dancing to the song “Big Spender” at the Jane Barnes Revue at the Astoria Event Center in 2015. The money from the event went to the Astoria Downtown Historic District Association. Left: Brad Smithart, performing as “Lady Terrar,” reacts while being motorboated by an audience member during the Jane Barnes Revue at the Astoria Event Center in 2015.

MARCH 30, 2017 // 9

MALE — OWN THE NIGHT Continued from Pg. 8

“And, in this sense, I was a different person — because I was a woman,” he said. “I was Katy Perry, and so I completely transformed myself into Katy Perry and performed ‘Roar.’” Cronin refused to reveal which pop star he intends to channel Saturday. “That is top secret.”

CROSS-DRESSING CHARACTERS

Making his Jane Barnes debut is Clatsop Community College President Chris Breitmeyer, who, like Cronin, has limited experience dragging out: “I am a rookie at this,” he admitted. And, like Cronin, Breitmeyer accepted the invitation as a way to become involved in the community he had recently joined. Now that showtime draws neigh, Breitmeyer is steeling himself to become a convincing cheerleader, equipped with

pom-poms, and sing Gwen Stefani’s modern classic “Hollaback Girl.” “There may be attempts at a split; I don’t think anyone will recognize it as a split,” he said with a laugh. He hasn’t named his cheerleader yet, but, as it happens, he had a Collie named “Cheyenne” growing up … The cross-dressing newbs, unused to people screaming and clapping at them and showering them with singles, share the spotlight with veteran performers. Joshua Conklin, an experienced local drag entertainer, is performing as his alter ego “Ginger Vitis,” a persona he created through Dragalution. The Jane Barnes Revue, he said, “gets people out of their comfort zones, which I think is extremely important.” Conklin, who has struggled with anxiety, said drag has helped his confidence. On Saturday, he will perform a burlesque-inspired number in a rain-themed outfit, he said.

Asked why someone should participate in something like Jane Barnes, Davis said, “We get to do something that, as a male, we’re not really taught: to embrace our vulnerability, or our softer side — not to say that femininity is softer, but oftentimes we portray it that way.” “It’s a good experience to walk in somebody else’s shoes and understand how somebody else is seen in the world,” he added.

‘THE LOVE OF DOWNTOWN’

Dulcye Taylor, the organizer and co-emcee (with Norma Hernandez), founded the Jane Barnes Revue during Astoria’s Bicentennial with Tiffany Butler. They were at an Oregon Main Street conference discussing fundraising. “And this little old lady from Iowa said, ‘We put some of our men onstage for a fashion show in dresses, and it was really popular,’” Taylor remembered. “And Tiffany and I looked at each other and said, ‘Oh

yeah — we could do that in Astoria.’” The show has since introduced female cross-dressers. The revue is the downtown association’s second-biggest annual fundraiser (behind the Pacific Northwest Brew Cup). Last year, the event raised about $17,000 — revenue spent on the association’s operations, downtown beautification projects (such as Christmas lightings) and promotional events to draw visitors during the slow season, Heath said. This year, a prize goes to the Jane that brings in the most money (whether tossed onto the stage or stuffed into their brassieres). The story of the Jane Barnes Revue, Heath said, is “the love of downtown that all of these guys share and are willing to embarrass themselves for.” “Not everybody is willing to get up and go crazy and let people take pictures of them in drag,” she said. “And I think that that’s pretty cool.”

An audience member reaches to clear a boa feather from the stage as “Scooter Yorktown,” performed by Jade Kiosse, dances.

Audience members stuff money into Chad Hartley’s dress as he performed as “Cedar Patch,” in 2015

Jorge Gutierrez, performing as “Danessa Rosewood,” dances in a wedding dress during the Jane Barnes Revue at the Astoria Event Center in 2015.

Rodney Merrill, performing as “Taffy Ammonoosuc,” dances down the stage during the Jane Barnes Revue at the Astoria Event Center in 2015. The money from the event went to the Astoria Downtown Historic District Association.

MARCH 30, 2017 // 11

10 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

COA S T W E E K E N D C A L E N DA R Saturday, April 1

SA TU

Thursday, March 30 Whale Watch Week 10 a.m., Oregon and Washington coasts, 541-765-3304. Spot gray whales on their spring migration north along the Oregon and Washington coastlines with trained volunteers at designated locations. History & Hops 6 p.m., Seaside Brewing Co., 851 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-7065. The History & Hops lecture series will feature Mac Burns who will give a presentation on movies made in Clatsop County. Reader’s Theater 7 p.m., Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, $15. Reader’s Theater presents “Doubt, A Parable,” a story about a nun who takes matters into her own hands when she suspects a young priest of improper relations with a student.

SOLVE Beach Cleanup

√

Author Reading 1 p.m., Adelaide’s, 1401 Bay Ave., Ocean Park, Wash., 360-6656050. Local author Kent D. Walsh will sign and give a talk on his newly released book “The Sylvia Avery Mystery Series.”

Ghost Conference 2 p.m., Seaside Civic and Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, 503-679-4464. The annual Oregon Ghost Conference offers discussions from paranormal experts,

Whale Watch Week 10 a.m., Oregon and Washington coasts, 541-765-3304. Spot gray whales on their spring migration north along the Oregon and Washington coastlines with trained volunteers at designated locations.

√

workshops, magic shows, readings and ghost tours. “Charlie Brown” 7 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., 360665-0028, $10 to $15, all ages. The Peninsula

Salmon Derby 4:30 a.m., Elochoman Slough Marina, 500 2nd Ave., Cathlamet, Wash., 360-795-9996, $10 to $20, all ages. Join in the Spring Salmon Derby for cash prizes with prize groups for men, women and youth.

Players bring the familiar characters of the “Peanuts” gang to life in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” a 1967 musical comedy. “The Real Story” 7 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, $5. “The Real Lewis and Clark Story or How the Finns Discovered Astoria!” is a musical melodrama about explorers Meriwether Lewis, William Clark and two Finnish boys. “The Mousetrap” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre Playhouse, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon

Unlock The Power of Your Home’s Equity, With a HELOC! Borrow up to 100% of your home’s value! waunafcu.org 800-773-3236

RD AY

ty 10 a.m., Clatsop Coun lunvo n Joi es. ag all beaches, tions sta at r teers as they gathe the for st coa on eg Or along the ach Be g rin annual SOLV Sp e or Cleanup, register onlin the a are ur sign up in yo day of the event.

Friday, March 31 PoetryFest 10 a.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-3846, $195. PoetryFest is three days of poetry writing, reading, networking and workshops led by poets Carl Adamshick and Emily Kendal Frey, spots still available.

1.99%* apr for 6 months

With a Wauna Credit Union Home Equity Line Of Credit, you’ll be able to get ALL those projects done!

Beach, 503-436-1242, $20 to $25, rated PG. Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” follows the tale of a group of strangers, a blizzard and an unknown killer that culminates to a switch ending. “Opal’s Baby” 7:30 p.m., Hannan Playhouse, 518 8th St., Raymond, Wash., 360934-5569, $8 to $10. John Patrick’s “Opal’s Baby” is the third episode in the adventures of the irrepressible Opal Kronkie, the zany and lovable heroine of “Everybody Loves Opal” and “Opal is a Diamond.”

√

FOTF Equine Show 9 a.m., Clatsop County Fairgrounds, 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, 503-325-4600. The equine show is designed to encourage and recognize novice show riders of any age; points are awarded in English, Western, showmanship, trail, halter and lead line. Ghost Conference 9 a.m., Seaside Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, 503-679-4464. The annual Oregon Ghost Conference offers discussions from paranormal experts, workshops, magic shows, readings and ghost tours. Junk Queens 9 a.m., Clatsop County Fairgrounds, 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, $3. Astoria Junk Queens features primitives, antiques, collectables and vintage items for home and garden. PoetryFest 10 a.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-

368-3846. PoetryFest is three days of poetry writing, reading, networking and workshops led by poets Carl Adamshick and Emily Kendal Frey. Grand Opening 11 a.m., Imprint Gallery, 183 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503436-4466. Imprint Gallery will host a grand opening event, the public is welcome to tour the gallery and partake in activities planned throughout the day.

√

Artist Reception 1 p.m., Redmen Hall, 1394 State Route 4, Skamokawa, Wash., 360-795-3007. Photographers Megan Blackburn, Laurie Michaels and Teddy Townsend will discuss their work in the featured show “Moments of Reflection.” Book Signing 2 p.m., Romancing the Home, 3350 Hwy. 101, Gearhart, 503-7389977. Author Honey Perkel will be signing her latest book “The Legend of Hattie Springfield.” Gearhart ArtWalk 2 p.m., celebrate creative art forms during the monthly Gearhart ArtWalk at businesses and galleries in Gearhart. Look for the “Welcome to the Shore” flag at partici-

ON YOUR PHONE

Check out the Coast Weekend calendar, and other great content at CoastWeekend.com

Sunday, April 2 pating merchants. Artist Reception 2 p.m., Trail’s End Art Gallery, 656 A St., Gearhart, 503-7179458. Multimedia artist Jane Means will be the featured for her April showing of “All Kinds of Abstracts.”

Opry Company, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503325-6104, $7 to $16. “The Real Lewis and Clark Story or How the Finns Discovered Astoria!” is a musical melodrama about explorers Meriwether Lewis, William Clark and two Finnish boys.

First Saturday Art Walk 5 p.m., enjoy original artwork, live music and refreshments during Seaside’s monthly First Saturday Art Walk, includes artists receptions and demonstrations. Look for the art walk signs at participating merchants.

Jane Barnes Revue 7:30 p.m., Astoria Events Center, 255 9th St., Astoria, $25 to $75, 21 +. This annual event features a topsy-turvy fashion show with some of the finest men celebrating Jane Barnes, the first European woman of Astoria.

Artist Reception 6 p.m., Cannon Beach Gallery, 1064 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-0744. An artist reception will feature Drea Rose showing her latest work in “Landscapes and Lost Objects: The Breath of Each Tide.”

“Opal’s Baby” 7:30 p.m., Hannan Playhouse, 518 8th St., Raymond, Wash., 360934-5569, $8 to $10. John Patrick’s “Opal’s Baby” is the third episode in the adventures of the irrepressible Opal Kronkie, the zany and lovable heroine of “Everybody Loves Opal” and “Opal is a Diamond.”

“Charlie Brown” 7 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-665-0028, $10 to $15, all ages. The Peninsula Players bring the familiar characters of the “Peanuts” gang to life in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” a 1967 musical comedy.

√

“The Real Story” 7 p.m., Astor Street

√

“The Mousetrap” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre Playhouse, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, $20 to $25, rated PG. Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” follows the tale of a group of strangers, a blizzard and an unknown killer that culminates to a switch ending.

√

Ghost Conference 9 a.m., Seaside Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, 503-679-4464. The annual Oregon Ghost Conference offers

discussions from paranormal experts, workshops, magic shows, readings and ghost tours. Junk Queens 9 a.m., Clatsop County Fairgrounds, 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, $3. Astoria Junk Queens features primitives, antiques, collectables and vintage items for home and garden. “Charlie Brown” 2 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., 360665-0028, $10 to $15,

Tuesday, April 4 all ages. The Peninsula Players bring the familiar characters of the “Peanuts” gang to life in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” a 1967 musical comedy. “The Mousetrap” 3 p.m., Coaster Theatre Playhouse, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, $20 to $25, rated PG. Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” follows the tale of a group of strangers, a blizzard and an unknown killer that culminates to a switch ending.

Ric’s Poetry Mic 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-468-0206, 21 +.

√

Equal Pay Day

All day, multiple locations. Sponsored by Seaside AAUW, local coffee houses will offer women discounts on this day to publicize their support of equal pay for women; Seaside: Seaside Coffee House, Caffe Latte, Divine Grounds; Gearhart: Java Reef, By The Way; Cannon Beach: Sleepy Monk Coffee Roasters, Sea Level Bakery & Coffee; and Mé Latte in Warrenton.

Wednesday, Arpil 5 Angora Hiking Club 1 p.m., meet at the 6th St. parking lot (between 6th and 7th streets, Marine Drive and the trolley tracks), Astoria, 213-448-9441. Roger Westerman will lead an easy hike at the Astoria South Slope.

PoetryFest 10 a.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-3846. PoetryFest is three days of poetry writing, reading, networking and workshops led by poets Carl Adamshick and Emily Kendal Frey.

Move Your Loan To Wauna CU

Put 1%* In Your Pocket! Bring Us Your Auto, Get Cash Back & RV & Boat Loans, 60 Days No Payments! or other debts!

Move More 1 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 800368-5182, free. Join Rinehart Clinic staff for a lunchtime walk

√

to the beach as part of the Move More in April campaign; meet next to the Hoffman Center gardens on Division and Laneda. Film Screening 6 p.m., Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, NR (not rated). This is a free screening of the documentary “Paper Tigers,” sponsored by Way to Wellville and Columbia Pacific Coordinated Care Organization.

Coast Weekend editor suggested events

We welcome you to become a Member/Owner of our Financial Cooperative!

Wauna Credit Union

12 // COASTWEEKEND.COM Coast Weekend’s local restaurant review

McMenamins makes good on chain’s promise Review and photos by MOUTH OF THE COLUMBIA

MCMENAMINS SAND TRAP PUB

GEARHART — As many with many Oregonians, my relationship with McMenamins goes way back — nearly two decades. Besides maybe a burger at the East 19th St. Cafe in Eugene, adjacent to the University of Oregon campus, my formative memories of McMenamins came around turn of the century, at the Crystal Ballroom in Portland. I went for concerts and caught regional bands on their way to becoming national stars. There were weddings (and more concerts) at Edgefield Winery, too, and regular trips to the sprawling Kennedy School, which was just a few blocks away from my old home. The former elementary school campus offered numerous bars, gardens, a movie theater, cigar bar, and my favorite: the soaking pool. All these jewels of the McMenamins empire bear enticing similarities in design and layout, almost as if they were created by the same architect. These historically repurposed complexes are massive, heavy and near labyrinthian, string together individual, intimate spaces. The impressive property holdings are almost like an alternative, private register of Oregon’s historic buildings. The Sand Trap in Gearhart is no different. Though the hotel, with its creaky, dark, heavy woodwork, feels a hundred-odd years old, it’s not. A fire destroyed the original structure. It was rebuilt in 1998 and acquired by MeMenamins in 2008. It fits seamlessly within the company’s aesthetic. There are rooms upon rooms, spaces upon spaces. In dark bars, lights twinkle off glassware. The effect is surreal, time-warping. Every hall, door and stairway offers possibility: sure, perhaps it dead ends in a storage closet, but maybe there’s a pocket bar, music venue or who-knows-

Rating:  1157 N Marion Ave, Gearhart PHONE: 503-717-8150 HOURS: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday PRICE: $$ — Entrees between mid-teens and mid20s SERVICE: Personable, knowledgeable, on point. VEGETARIAN/VEGAN OPTIONS: A few. DRINKS: Full bar, soda, coffee, tea

MOUTH@COASTWEEKEND.COM

Pot Bunker Macaroni and Cheese.

SUBMITTED PHOTOS

Expedition Elk Burger.

what to be discovered. These grand environments almost always take first billing at McMenamins — their food and beer rarely the hook, are secondary. Setting reigns supreme. In 2017, the Sand Trap menu underwent some renovation, though I can’t speak to what it was like before. I can say that, in the long run, the company’s food and drink have certainly evolved. At the Sand Trap, it’s mostly fancy pub food: burgers, sandwiches, a few requisite seafood standbys, pizza, salads and dinner entrees, like salmon and steak. It’s largely familiar, comfortable fare that’s been refined, punched up in hopes of keeping pace with Portland’s ever-growing food-forward culture. A good portion of the dishes are made their own by the inclusion of McMenamins products, such as wine sauces, beer battering, marinades and other condiments. (In particular their sharp, spicy, wine-laced Dijon is a sinus-clearing delight.) While on the whole I struggled on how to sample a cross section that would be representative of the wide menu, one item jumped off the

Steak and Kale Caesar.

page: The Expedition Elk Burger ($18). With all respect and cognitive dissonance to Gearhart’s local herd, I’m in rapturous love with lean red meats like elk or bison. The inch-thick elk patty came out truly medium rare — right on the nose. But relatively rare game is just the beginning. The stout burger is slathered with a grainy, salty, gooey, sweet bacon jam; a pungent, smooth black garlic aioli that silences the white cheddar and the requisite roughage. Even with the sultry, fatty accoutrements, the elk burger is a lean puncher. Just like the flavor is a tack from the regular beef hamburger, so is the effect. Where a beef burger is something you eat at the end of a long day to unwind, one could have an elk burger as fuel to begin. Afterward you stand up straight, full-chested, ready to chop then carry a cord of wood. I was similarly enlivened by the Kale and Steak Salad ($16.25), from a specials menu that’s refreshed every two weeks. Described as a “very green-tasting salad” the creamy and acidic Caesar dressing, along with a generous sprinkling of Parmesan, proved

a terrific kale-delivery vehicle. Along for the ride, too, were some equally earthy Brussels sprouts, cucumbers, radicchio, cherry tomatoes and croutons. The steak, though, was a letdown. First, there wasn’t much of it. Second, it was chewy like rubber and full of connective tissue. A mix of odd cooking — pink inside, yet still tough as a car tire — and improper cuts. Almost a quarter of the already small portion was inedible gristle. The rest wasn’t much better. There are other enticing menu items — such as the Hogshead Salmon Sandwich or Baked Wild Alaskan Cod — that would seem to meld eating healthy with delectable joy, but the more gluttonous end deserved exploration, too. And none seemed more decadent than the Pot Bunker Crab Mac and Cheese, replete with Dungeness crab. At the same time I wondered: could mac and cheese really justify at $22 price tag? The answer is yes and no. Obviously, crab is expensive. And there was a reasonable amount of it mixed in, sinewy fibers coated in viscous cheese, mingling with heavy cream, tracing the contours

KEY TO STAR RATING SYSTEM  Below average  Average  Good  Excellent  Best in region

of large macaroni elbows. The bowl, with a layer of breadcrumbs to approximate a crunchy, burnt top, wasn’t much hotter than lukewarm. And that was a shame — it should’ve been scalding hot. The top should’ve really been cooked to a true, singed crisp. The crab did provide a salty, oceanic erudition, though together it never transcended the sums of its parts. It was nice, not quite irresistible; enjoyable but pricey. For a group to dine the most economical option is probably pizza, which is still spendy (larges run from $26.25 to $32.75, 8-inch personal pies from $11.50-14.25). The marinara is sweet and the mozzarella stretchy, but it’s the medium-thin crust that’s the star, both crisp and pillowy soft. Again, fine food — but with more than a pretty penny tacked on to pay for such ambiance.

MARCH 30, 2017 // 13

ASTORIA CORNER DELI

April

◆ Local ◆ Fresh ◆ Gourmet

See for full menu 304 37th Street | Astoria, OR 97103 503-325-7768

3 8TH & L, ON THE S EAV IEW BEAC H APPROAC H 3 60-642-7880 ELS OM W INEM AK ER DINNER FRI., APRIL 7TH

503.436.1539 www.cafesweetbasils.com Cannon Beach

Dining

All orders take-out

Trivia Night Eve ry Frid a y in o u r b a r 7pm

503.32 5.7414 b a ked a k.co m #1 12 th S treet, Asto ria , O R

O U T

Great pub grub & craft beer

Seaview, WA ▪ 360.642.4150 shelburnerestaurant.com

Patty’s Wicker Cafe

GEARHART — The Gearhart ArtWalk is ready for spring. The next artwalk is from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 1 at galleries and merchants in Gearhart.

ART BUSINESSES

1. A Great Gallery 576 Pacific Way Deanne Johnson grew up in Phoenix and Orange County in Southern California. She received a bachelor’s in art education from Northern Arizona University and did graduate studies at Arizona State University in special education. She started pet portraiture with “Greta,” her blue Weimaraner and followed with “Maggie,” the cat ,and with Deanne’s passion for animals, word spread quickly. She is now well known in the Gearhart community, having completed more than 60 portraits. Johnson’s portraits have been a successful part of A Great Gallery since it opened in 2013. 2. Romancing the Home 3350 Hwy 101 N.

The April ArtWalk brings Honey Perkel to Romancing the Home for a book signing. “The Legend of Hattie Springfield” takes place in Astoria and was inspired by a true story. Perkel lives in Seaside and is the author of eight previous books, all of which are available at the artwalk. Treats will be offered.

Breakfast & Lunch 600 Broadway Ste 7 & 8 -Seaside 503.717.1272

North Coast and Peninsula ILIES FAM OME! C WEL

Hungry Harbor GrillE 3 13 Pa c ific Hw y, Do w n to w n Lo n g Be a c h, W A 3 60-642-5555 • w w w.hu n gryha rb o r.c o m

SUBMITTED PHOTOS

GREAT PRICES DIVERSE SELECTION

Imagine Your

KNOWLEDGABLE & HELPFUL

Always discuss with your healthcare provider prior to combining or substituting cannabis with or for your current medications. LADERA FARM 1410 40th Street

Restaurant

Advertised Here!

3. Trails End Art Association 656 A Street The featured artist is Jane Means with an “All Kinds of Abstracts” opening reception. Refreshments will be served.

Aft on m er a lon gd yA MR. TV, I headay t They DOO BEES o alwa best ys have ! p t and roducts he price s!

On the Beautiful Necanicum River

503.755.1818 www.camp18restaurant.com Favorite stop to & from the Coast

Pet Portraits By Deanne Johnson.

CO2 ORGANIC METHODS GROWN/PROCESSED PURE PLANT OIL VENDOR CUSTOMER APPRECIATION WEEK

1157 N. Marion Avenue Gearhart 503-717-8150 www.mcmenamins.com

ALL OIL & BUD PRODUTS Find us on

2 OFF PER PACKAGE

Sample the Best!

Seaview, Washington

Highway 101 and Pacific Avenue Across from the Visitors Bureau

360-777-3065 www.mrdoobees.com

This product has intoxicating effects and may be habit forming. Marijuana can impair concentration, coordination and judgement. Do not operate a vehicle or machinery under the influence of this drug. There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product. For use only by adults twenty-one or older. Keep out of reach of children. All advertised prices in this ad are “While Supplies Last”.

14 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

April

Jim

SEASIDE — Celebrating 13 years in 2017, the next Seaside First Saturday Art Walk, is 5-7 p.m. April 1. Visitors meet artists, view artist demonstrations and, oftentimes, enjoy live performances in music. The event is free and is about seeing art in the galleries and boutiques in the historic Gilbert District of downtown Seaside.

ART BUSINESSES SunRose Gallery 606 Broadway SunRose opens the April Art Walk with new artist Leslie Gibbons’ “Sacred Creativity” — her radiantly colored mixed media, mosaic mirrors and tiny shrines are reminders to celebrate the sacred moments of everyday life. Local fiber artist Robin Montero is stretching her wings with a collection of jewelry using textures, sea glass and patinas conjuring up the beauty of ancient times she romantically calls “Atlantia,” and also featured is Raymond, Washington, artist Mimi Cernyar Fox, who creates her amazing sand-dol-

lar-mosaic “paintings” exclusively for SunRose, and has brought us three new panels featuring a blue fin tuna, yellow fin tuna and a salmon. Music returns to SunRose when a newcomer to Cannon Beach, guitarist and luthier Ken Potter, will round out the evening with sweet sounds and light appetizers will be served. Moxie, Shine On! 609 Broadway Moxie features exclusive jewelry and art where everything is handmade. As a member of the Fair Trade Federation, Moxie demonstrates a genial and equitable approach to conducting business. Moxie is a fabulously

Open 7am Daily!

SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & SUPPER European Style Coffeehouse by day, intimate bistro offering neo-regional cuisine by night. Regional selection of beers, wines and vintage cocktails available. We cater your event!

Weekly Specials: 5-8 PM Sushi & Martinis Mondays Taco & Margarita Thursdays (3 Buck Tacos)

243 11th Street, Astoria, OR 97103 503-325-1787

www.AstoriaCoffeeHouse.com Follow & “Like” us on Facebook

Atlantia

Susan Curington

Dinana

Corporate Christianity

Baltimore Oriole

Joy of Spring

fun store with the heart of a lion. Come see what’s new and support fair trade. All of the wonderful fair trade and handmade clothing, jewelry and home decor gifts you have come to expect are waiting to be discovered.

with the viewer. Curington, is thrilled to paint light dancing through a flower petal. Color and luminosity moves the artist in the way music moves others. “I am third generation on my rural, wooded land; I have known particular trees since childhood. Through my paintings I hope to express the profound gratitude I feel for the power and beauty of Nature.” Special BLOOM program by Diana Moulder, celebrated locally as the go-to window box and “pot lady,” is an artist gardener, whose containers are renowned for their surprise elements For nearly 20 years, through Diana’s eye, her company, Beach Blossoms, has featured plantscapes that “paint with flowers.” Highlighted trademark installations In Gearhart have included the Post Office, the sidewalk planter containers and the Gearhart City Hall, in addition to many clients throughout the coastal communities — all epitomize her stunning style and use of unforgettable combinations. Photographer/ biologist/ naturalist Neal Maine will speak about the ecology of local habitats at 6 p.m. Three Painting Seaside LIVE

episodes, painting demonstrations, will be offered by Kindley, Lindwood and Curington. Adult beverages, light refreshments and live music by Shirley 88.

owner/ resident artist/ Seaside philosopher, whose body of work gathered spans a career of 30 years of mature thematic painting. The featured art for April is titled “Corporate Christianity.” The artist writes, “There are two modern forms of governance in American culture: the conservative, Strict Father model and the progressive Nurturing Parent model. The first prescribes an individualist authority instructing one how to behave … ‘we know what’s best for you so do what you are told,’ while the other model prescribes consensus and collective thinking … ‘let’s discuss our problems and arrive at compromise.’ In the scene described, our nurturing parent has been splayed across the hood of the car and her child is climbing up to join the fray.”

Fairweather House and Gallery 612 Broadway Opening reception for BLOOM, featuring artists Bev Drew Kindley, Gretha Lindwood and Susan Curington. Kindley, a native Oregonian, with dual degrees in art and philosophy, paints to understand the inspiration of unique moments of light with impressionistic works of art that are to viewed as visual celebrations. “It’s my way of communicating with the world. My hope is to encourage appreciate and protection of our heritage and world.” Lindwood uses vibrant color and strong design, hallmarks of artwork, developed during a career as an illustrator and graphic designer. Another lifelong resident of the Pacific Northwest, the artist cherishes landscapes honed by water and time and delight in capturing their beauty in the lush colors of pastels or oils to share

Beach Books 616 Broadway Featuring artist Jim Zaleski, who combines the traditional art forms of painting and drawing with a computer world to produce art that is loaded with whimsy. Zaleski returns to the Loft Gallery with “a little of this, and a little of that,” an eclectic, show that includes new works. He creates colorful abstract prints full of intense, saturated colors and shimmering, atmospheric light. He also enjoys fashioning light-hearted, whimsical, figurative themes. Sound interesting? “Good, because by a strange twist of fate, I get to restart part of my life and answer the ubiquitous question, ‘what do I want to be when I grow up’? By all measures, this ought to be an interesting adventure. So, woo-hoo, hang on and follow along! I’ll do my best to make it worth your while”. T.anjuli Gallery 7 N. Holladay Drive Artist Billy Lutz is the gallery

Additional original art at: Seaside Antique Mall, 726 Broadway; Seaside Coffee House, 3 N. Holladay Drive ; Hold Fast Gallery, 611 Broadway Participating restaurants: Tora Sushi, 619 Broadway; Nonni’s Bistro, 831 Broadway; Yellow Curry Thai, 20 N. Holladay Drive

SUBMITTED PHOTOS

MARCH 30, 2017 // 15

coa st w eeken d M ARK ETPLACE Volunteers Needed Astoria Music Festival seeks volunteer to coordinate Home Stay Host Program.

Hospitality. Guest relations. Unique opportunity to be part of the classical music family in Astoria. Email office@astoriamusicfestival.org. CLASSIFIED ADS are used by people when they are searching for products or services. For fast results, use a Classified ad to attract people who are ready to buy your product.

70 Help Wanted

Bornstein Seafoods in Astoria, OR is now Hiring for Filleters, Crab Shakers and Seasonal work Apply in person at 9 Portway Drive.

70 Help Wanted

Local Manufacturing Company is looking for an entry level data entry/administrative assistant for our Astoria, OR office. Experience with accounting and data entry is preferred. Any experience with Excel, Microsoft office, word, data entry, is a plus. Bi-lingual is preferred but not required. This position is hourly. Full Time, weekends, evening and Holidays. We are a growing company so there is opportunity for advancement. Send resume and cover letter to PO Box 58 Astoria, OR 97103

SIGNING BONUSES OFFERED. NOW HIRING Seasonal Park Ranger Assistants$2,200 - $2,996 Monthly MCMENAMINS GEARHART HOTEL AND SAND TRAP PUB is NOW HIRING for all positions! Current openings include, Line Cooks, Dishwashers, Servers, Foodrunners/Bussers, Catering Servers, Bartenders, Hosts, Housekeepers and more! What we need from you: An open and flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays; Previous experience is preferred, but we are willing to train! ; A love of working in a busy, customer service-oriented environment; Seasonal and Long term positions are available. Interested in a career in the hospitality industry? We offer opportunities for advancement as well as an excellent benefit package to eligible employees, including vision, medical, chiropractic, dental and so much more! Apply online 24/7 at mcmenamins.com OR join us for our Spring JOB FAIR on Thursday, April 13th from 3pm to 7pm. Stop by the Sand Trap and Gearhart Hotel, and fill out an application. Managers will be on hand to talk to interested applicants. EOE.

The Park Ranger Assistant performs a variety of duties in operation, maintenance, interpretation, rule enforcement and resource conservation. To qualify, applicants must have six months of experience (paid or unpaid) performing public contact or customer service duties (e.g. Teacher, Customer Service Representative, Salesperson, Receptionist, etc.) and/or maintenance experience (construction trades, landscaping, custodial, etc.); OR six months of college in any discipline (24 quarter hours / 16 Semester Hours) Application materials must be submitted through the State of Oregon electronic E-recruit system. If you do not have access to the internet you can visit your local Employment Office, or local library. Contact: Fort Stevens State Park503-861-3170 x 21 Nehalem Bay State Park/Ecola State Park/Oswald West State Park- 503-368-5943 or visit www.oregonstateparks.org OPRD is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse work place.

70 Help Wanted

Billʼs Tavern and Brewhouse is hiring for all positions. Please apply in person at 188 N Hemlock, Cannon Beach. 503-436-2202 Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue District Facility Equipment Maintenance Officer Equal Opportunity Employer Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue is recruiting qualified applicants to fill the position of Facility Equipment Maintenance Officer. This position is a Lieutenant position and reports directly to the Fire Chief and is responsible for maintenance of District facilities and equipment as well as a firefighter. For More Information contact the District Office: Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue 36375 Hwy 101 N. Nehalem, OR 97131 503-368-7590 nbfr.chief@nehalemtel.net Website: nehalembayfirerescue.org APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 4:00 PM PDT – April 28, 2017.

70 Help Wanted

Join the Lum's Team! We are growing and hiring GREAT team members for the following positions:

70 Help Wanted

Customer relations, community outreach, ticket sales. Email office@astoriamusicfestival.org.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: NUTRITION COORDINATOR

Astoria Music Festival seeks part-time Office Manager.

•Facilities Maintenance •Detail Tech •Service Advisor •Sales Associates •ASE Certified Technician Seeking great customer service skills with awesome attitude! Will train! Valid driver's license required. We offer vacation, health benefits, 401K and much more. Proudly a drug-free workplace. Apply at 1605 SE Ensign Lane, Warrenton, OR or http://www.lumsautocenter.com/ employment FAST-ACTING classified ads are the ideal way to find buyers for the baby clothing and furniture you no longer need. Try one now! IF YOUʼRE PLANNING to move, now is the time to sell those items you canʼt take with you. Itʼs easy and economical to place a classified ad which will work hard for you!

Now hiring!! Interested in joining a growing organization? Do you embrace a People Helping People philosophy? Looking to join a Top 100 Employer in Oregon? If you have outstanding communication and customer service skills, and a strong work ethic, check us out! Currently hiring the following positions: IT Systems Administrator in Westport, OR. Requires advanced technology experience in a Microsoft environment. Member Consultants in Clatskanie, St Helens, Scappoose, Astoria. Requires sales, cash handling, Windows literacy. You will help our members with their accounts and services. Virtual Tellers in Astoria to help our members with self-service transactions. Requires service experience and a great smile! Lending Support Specialists in Clatskanie and Astoria to support our Lending Team. Requires attention to detail and lending experience. We offer an opportunity to serve your community AND enjoy competitive wages, generous incentives, great benefits and a caring, fun work environment. To join our winning team and see all our openings, please visit us online at waunafcu.org and go to our careers page. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. Equal Opportunity to include Disability & Vets.

LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED VACATION HOME CLEANERS! Part to full time, piece work based on $15 to $18 and hour, Depending on experience. Attention to detail a must. Ability to provide own transportation a plus. Will also train. Must be able to work holidays and weekends. PART-TIME LAUNDRY WORKER Small Vacation Management Company is looking for an individual able to work independently, lift up to 40 pounds, manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing work flow. This is a part time position with more hours available in the summer season. Please apply in person at: Cannon Beach Vacation Rentals 164 Sunset Blvd. Cannon Beach, OR

The Sunset Empire Park & Recreation District is looking for a service oriented individual to coordinate the operation of a Nutritional Meal Site at the Bob Chisholm Community Center in Seaside, Oregon. The successful candidate will have stellar communication skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of age groups. The ability to multi-task and be organized is a must. For more information, to download an application, and to review the complete job description please visit: www.sunsetempire.com Inn of the Four Winds Housekeeping and Front Desk positions available. 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.

A Leader in Social Impact Join a team of professionals at Tongue Point Job Corps Center, operated by MTC for the U.S. Department of Labor. We teach 473 students, ages 16-24, the academic, technical training, employability, and social skills needed to be come successful in the workplace and in life. MTC has been serving disadvantaged populations for over 30 years and employs nearly 10,000 workers. MTC offers an excellent benefits package which includes a variety of company-paid and optional insurance plans, 401(k) with fully-vested company match after one year, 11 paid holidays, 3 week's vacation, and 2 week's sick leave. Enjoy free use of our fitness facility, racquetball court, and lowcost meals in our dining hall. Now Hiring: Maintenance Manager •Directly supervise and manage staff and program activities. •Plan, manage, and assign maintenance tasks on buildings, grounds, and equipment. •Maintain management records on equipment, building systems, and energ conservation usage, including preventative maintenance checks. For more information and to apply, go to www.mtcjobs.com Questions? Call 503-338-4961 Management & Training Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabilities/Veterans MTC Values Diversity! Tongue Point is a drug-free workplace and has a tobacco-free campus.

16 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

coa st w eeken d M ARK ETPLACE 70 Help Wanted Building Summer Crew Housekeepers needed apply in person @Motel 6 2369 South Roosevelt Dr. Seaside, Wages DOE

Pacific Coast Seafood is currently hiring FULL TIME/YEAR AROUND Production Workers. BENEFIT PACKAGE included. Please apply in person M-F 9am-4pm at our Tongue Point location, 200 Railroad Way in Astoria. Pre-employment screening. EEO and E-verify company Pacific Coast Seafood is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our office staff. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with great attention to detail. BILINGUAL A PLUS. Pay DOE. Please apply in person M-F 9am-4pm at our Tongue Point location, 200 Railroad Way in Astoria. Pre-employment screening. EEO Company. Position Title: Bookkeeper 32 - 40 hours/week with benefits Hourly Rate: Depending on Experience Clatsop Community Action (CCA) seeks energetic individual to perform bookkeeping tasks for dynamic grant-funded non-profit. Position requires 5 years bookkeeping experience, Quickbooks, Excel. Experience with Federal, State and local government funding highly desirable. Reporting, budget proposals, bank reconciliations. Applications and full job descriptions may be acquired at 364 9th Street, Astoria, OR 97103. Submit completed applications and resume to same address, Attention Elaine Bruce, Executive Director, ebruce@ccaservices.org 971-308-1035. CCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Respiratory Therapist / Sleep Technician – PAP set-ups and mask fittings. Must be licensed and/or certified, possess excellent customer service skills and knowledge of sleep therapy and equipment. Submit a resume and cover letter to North Coast Home Care. Email kevin@nchc.net or fax (503) 325-1437.

70 Help Wanted

Seeking energetic and customer service orientated full time Veterinary Assistant or CVT for a busy, AAHA accredited Animal Hospital. Experience is preferred, but will train the right person. Must be available to work weekends and one evening per week. Please drop-off a hand written cover letter and resume to 325 SE Marlin Ave. Warrenton. No phone calls please. Starting part-time Driver needed. Wages DOE, CDL required, North West Ready Mix. 950 OlneyAvenue nwready@pacifier.com (503)325-3562 Veternary Assistant Needed Experience preferred. Bring Resume to: Seaside Pet Clinic

Wanted: Instructor for Certified Medical Assisting Vocation at Tongue Point Job Corps! Current CMA or Oregon LPN required. In addition to our beautiful location, we have great staff and excellent benefits, including 3 weeks vacation, 2 weeks sick leave, 11 holidays, free use of our fitness facility, and low-cost meals in our dining hall. For more information and to apply, go to www.mtc.jobs and enter Astoria, OR Questions? Call 503-338-4961 Management & Training Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran MTC Values Diversity!

70 Help Wanted

District Superintendent Youngs River Lewis and Clark Water District Astoria, Oregon Salary $52,000 to $65,000 DOQ Benefit Package negotiable Complete job description and application requirements available at www.SDAO.com Closing date: April 14, 2017

Bonfires, sand castles, star gazing. Summer is almost here! Come spend your summer beachside, working for Oregonʼs finest family-owned coastal hospitality company. Wait and banquet staff, front desk, supervisors, beach attendant/cabana, cook, dishwasher, bell staff and hosts, weʼve got a great role for you. 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 martinhospitality.com/jobs or in person at 148 E Gower, Cannon Beach. For more info, call Tamara at 503-436-1197. DO YOU BELIEVE in magic? Place an ad in the classifieds and watch the item you want to sell turn into instant cash!

Warrenton Fiber Co. is seeking experienced loggers for the following positions:

Applications available at: 389 NW 13th St. Warrenton, Or. 97146 or by calling: (503) 861-3305 FAST-ACTING classified ads are the ideal way to find buyers for the baby clothing and furniture you no longer need. Try one now!

Astoria 1 Bedroom apt 55 + community, all appliances, stackable washer and dryer hook-ups. 12-month lease. Rent $950.00 Deposit $950.00. Please call 503.741.5111

260 Commercial Rental

300 Jewelry

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

310 Tools & Heavy Equipment

Milling Machine: ACER AGS-618 $2,000 obo. U-haul away. 503-791-5070

315 Farm Eqpt

Summer-Vacation or Live-FT just a 10-minute walk to the BEACH on the Long Beach Peninsula set on 4,576 sqft Garden Oasis along Lagoon; 36ft-RV w/2 Slide-outs + 8x36ft room-addition. Gated Community; Paver-Stoned-Patios; 2-Tuff Sheds; Graveled-Parking; Membership $1,200 a YEAR includes Dues-Sewer-WaterCableTV-Internet-Garbage-Caretakers; No-add'l-fees! Membership-Application $40; MOVE-IN-READY … $45,500/CASH call 360-600-3776

March 3 - April 15, 2017 Tickets $20 or $25 Shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday shows at 3:00p.m. Sponsored by Coaster Construction Tickets: 503-436-1242 or coastertheatre.com 108 N Hemlock Street, Cannon Beach, OR

Astor Street Opry Company presents

The REAL Lewis and Clark Story or.... How the Finns Discovered Astoria Written by: Judith P. Niland

1993 Kubota L2950 4WD, 31Hp, Only 1898 Hours, Diesel Tractor With Loader, 4-cylinder $2500 Call:(971)217-6409

555 SUVs

Starting tomorrow! (THROUGH APRIL 29TH)

Friday, March 31st: 7pm Saturday, April 1st: 7pm Tickets on Sale ONE HOUR before all shows ***Reservations Recommended***

150 Homes for Sale

Tongue Point Job Corp Center is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace!

Choker Setters Rigging Slingers Includes a comprehensive Benefits Package.

210 Apartments, Unfurnished

Astoria: 3925 Abbey Lane, 1600 square feet. Starting at $.50 square foot. (503)440-6945 Be all that you can BEACH!

The Coaster Theatre Playhouse Presents

1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport, Auto, 91,156 miles, clean title, everything works on it,4.0L I6, $3100, White/ Tan. Feel free to call or text at 318-295-1896

ASOC Playhouse 129 West Bond Street | Astoria 503.325.6104

www.AstorStreetOpryCompany.com

560 Trucks

2002 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab SR5 4x4, 144396 miles, 3.4L V6, Automatic, titanium/gray, $2700, clean title. Call at 225-283-6723

LISTINGS

EVERYDAY iin Th The D Daily il A Astorian t i

MARCH 30, 2017 // 17

Art and the Magic Forest at the Art Loft ASTORIA — Delight your children and grandchildren between the ages of 4-5 and 7-8 with an outing into imagination from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, April 7 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 8 at the Astoria Art Loft, 106 Third St. Artist Brigitte Willse takes them into a magic forest while never leaving the safety of the Astoria Art Loft. They will meet the Wee Forest Folk and will be encouraged to imagine, to create,

and to enjoy a beautiful woodland with marvelous flowers, beautiful animals, tiny cottages, incredible gardens and special adventures and stories. A woodland picnic on Saturday will feature tasty forest delight appetizers and cupcakes. Art projects will lead to imaginative and colorful artwork. The cost for the workshop is $60. To save a space, call the Astoria Art Loft at 503325-4442.

Adelaide’s hosts local authors Park. On Friday, March 31, local author Jan Bono hold a book talk and signing of her latest, “The Sylvia Avery Mystery Series,” as well as her previous books, “Bottom Feeders” and “Starfish.” The event is from 1- 4 p.m.

OCEAN PARK, WASH. — Adelaide’s Coffee & Books hosts local author Kent D. Walsh for a book signing an talk about his new book, “In Search of the Pink Seagull,” from 1-4 p.m. Friday, March 31. Adelaide’s is located at 1401 Bay Ave, Ocean

Poetry is the star at Winecraft ASTORIA — Poetry is the star at Winecraft on Tuesday, April 4, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Ric’s Poetry Mic. Sign up at 6:45 p.m.

Poets get 5 minuets per reading. Winecraft is at the foot of 10th Street on the west end of the Pier 11 building.

HIGH CBD AND THC FLOWERS EXTRACTS * CONCENTRATES EDIBLES * TOPICALS

Aquanastics class swims into April ASTORIA — A water fitness class that is energizing and strengthening, yet gentle on the joints is offered Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning April 4 at the KOA Kampground in Hammond. The exercises are designed to increase range of motion, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Ability to swim is not required. This is not a swimming class and is conducted in a 3- to 5-feet-deep heated pool. Pool beach balls and ‘noodles’ are provided free for class use and enjoyment. As an added bonus, students are given basic water health and safety tips and play some water games. This class is for both women and men. The 12 classes are offered

CANNON BEACH — Join the Cannon Beach Arts Association and local artist Drea Rose Frost for an opening reception of the Artist Grant recipient’s April show. Landscapes and Lost Objects: The Breath of Each Tide opens from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at the Cannon Beach Gallery, 1064 S. Hemlock St. The exhibit will be on display through April. The artist will have

ax sal ules 3s%tl o c a l t a x )

See o

ur w

E VERY D AY IS 420 AT T HE F ARMACY WITH C ASH B ACK R EWARDS !!

a talk at 11 a.m. Sunday, April 2, at the gallery. The exhibit features expansive oceanic landscapes with an inventive use of flotsam and jetsam pieces found locally. The artist describes her show as “the act of elevating the objects from their stationary existence by removing them from their original context.” She hopes to promote environmental stewardship by integrating man-made

debris. Landscapes and Lost Objects is sponsored by Recology. The opening is family-friendly and there will be complimentary refreshments served. Find more information about the show, as well as other upcoming events, at cannonbeacharts. org or on Facebook. Cannon Beach Gallery is nonprofit and is open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday in the winter and all

A Licensed Recreational Marijuana Retailer

(within City of Astoria limits, only) Current Winter Hours Check our menu at OurMon-Sat 10 am - 7 pm HE ARMACY COM Sun 12 Noon - 6 pm

420.

week in the summer.

T he

Illah ee A partm ents

NORTH COAST SYMPHONIC BAND

Muy Caliente

Latin Influences from Sunny Climes SUNDAY

Free Home Delivery!

T F

the KOA campground in Hammond, 1100 Ridge Road, at the heated indoor pool. There are hot showers, restrooms and a hot tub to

APRIL 9 • 2PM

ls (P detai r o f e ebsit

2911 M ARINE DR #B A STORIA , OR 97103 503-325-3276

from 9 to 9:50 a.m. or from 10 to 10:50 a.m. both days. Only 12 students can attend each section. The cost is $39 The class is held at

Landscapes and Lost Objects featured in April exhibit

Where Astoria Shops!

SUBMITTED PHOTO

relax the muscles after class. There is no additional fee for use of the pool. Students need to arrive with swimsuits on and bring their own towels. Shampoo, conditioner and shower gel is provided in the newly remodeled showers. Parking car tags need to be picked-up at the main office at KOA before the first class. Students need to sign in before each class at main office, also. The class is taught by experienced instructor Kathleen Hudson. Register now at http://webreg2.clatsopcc.edu/schedule/ and search under Course Title or call 503-338-2402. Direct inquiries to Mary Kemhus, 503-338-2408 or mkemhus@clatsopcc.edu.

NORTH COAST SYMPHONIC BAND

Liberty Theater 1203 Commercial • Astoria

DOORS OPEN AT1:15 P.M. PRESHOW AT 1:30 P.M. Sedona Fire Band Guest Tango Dancers: Estelle Olivares & J.L. Gillikin Tickets: Liberty Theater Box Office 503-325-5922, ex. 55

GUEST : SEDONA FIRE BAND RS Box office open Wed-Sat 2-5:30pm and TANGO DANLICEVARES two hours prior to the concert ESTELLE OILLIKIN G Regular Admission: $15 J.L.

Students (13-21): $7

www.northcoastsymphonicband.org

D ow ntow n A storia’s M ost Respected A partm ent Com plex Since 1969. 1046 Grand Avenue Astoria, OR 97103

503-325-2280

18 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

Cruso’s music inspired by nature, travel LONG BEACH, WASH. — Carolyn Cruso brings her hammered dulcimer, flute, guitar and vocals to the Peninsula Arts Center at 504 Pacific Ave. N. in Long Beach, Washington at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 1. She has a diverse array of original songs, as well as traditional material. Her instrumental compositions are mainly for the hammered dulcimer and are inspired by her strong connection to nature, as well as her extensive travel and the cultures she’s encountered along the way. Her unusual

and lyrical approach to the dulcimer especially delights audiences and has even won over curmudgeons who swore they hated hammered dulcimer. Admission is $15 at the door or online through http:// www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/2889997 or, call at 360901-0962. Wine, beer, and other refreshments are available for purchase. Concerts benefit the Long Beach Peninsula Acoustic Music Association, a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization.

Jazz at the PAC with the North Coast Big Band ASTORIA — Music from the Big Band era to the music of today will be featured on the 2 p.m. Sunday, April 2, concert of the North Coast Big Band. The concert takes place at the CCC Performing Arts Center, 16th Street and Franklin Avenue. Lee Stromquist leads the band, which is dedicated to preserving and passing on the heritage of the Big Band era. Drummer Ken Kirby will be the featured vocalist singing Frank Sinatra favorites. Other featured performers include Seaside Schools band director Terry Dahlgren, Mike Evans, Bob Joiner, David Drury, Peter Hinsbeeck, Roy Breur, Jenny Bergman, and Ilwaco Schools band director Rachel Lake. Tickets cost $10 and will be

available at the door. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit Partners for the PAC. For more information, contact Stromquist at 503-861-1328.

Jazz at the PAC with the North Coast Big Band Directed by Lee Stromquist Date and time: 2 P.M., Sunday, April 2, 2017 Location: CCC Performing Arts Center, 16th and Franklin, Astoria Featured Vocalist: Ken Kirby Admission: $10 at the door

ASTORIA — “American Fool” is a Pacific Northwest’s tribute to the music of John “Cougar” Mellencamp. This seven-piece band replicates the heart, soul and excitement of four decades of Mellencamp hits. Hear songs like “Crumblin’ Down,” “Hurts So Good,” “Rain on the Scarecrow,” “Jack & Diane,” “Authority Song,” “Cherry Bomb,” “Small SUBMITTED PHOTO

Carolyn Cruso.

Swing it! Dance classes start soon ASTORIA — Learn West Coast swing dance in April at the Astoria Arts and Movement Center, 342 10th St. The four-week series begins Tuesday, April 4 and wraps up on April 25. It’s $45 per person or $15 to drop in.4 week series - Tues April 4, 11, 18, & 25 at the Astoria Arts & Movement Center Only $45 per person for the entire 4 week series* or $15 to drop in nightly. No partner is required. Classes are: 6:30 p.m.: Intermediate-level West Coast Swing 7:30 p.m.: Beginner-level West Coast Swing 8:30 p.m.: Student-led

PHOTO BY EO MEDIA GROUP

Blaine Ganvoa performs the swing with Marina Hattan in in Eastern Oregon.

practice hour For the last class, there will be a social dance party night, with all levels at class at 6:30 p.m. and social dancing to follow from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

13th Annual

13th Pacific City Annual

Birding & Blues Festival April 21 – 23, 2017

Photo Credit: Steve Dimock

‘American Fool’ pays tribute to John ‘Cougar’ Mellencamp

♫ Guided Birding Field Trips ♫ Live Blues Concert ♫ Nature Presentations ♫ Paddle Trips ♫ Boat Tour

Town,” “I Need a Lover” and more. See the band in action on Saturday, April 1 at the Liberty Theater in Astoria. The show starts at 7 p.m., doors open at 6. All tickets are $20 and all seats are reserved. Tickets available at Ticketswest.com and at the Liberty Theater Box Office. The Box Office is open Wednesday through Saturday 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

KALA hosts Equinox ASTORIA — Jazz trio Equinox plays Friday at KALA. Equinox is a unique trio comprised of guitarist David Drury, bassist Todd Pederson and flutist Shelley Loring Barker. Each member has a broad range of musical experience and together they bridge the gaps between several musical styles seamlessly and with virtuosity. They take their audiences on a musical tour of jazz that personifies modern, standards and contemporary. This concert will include several of Drury’s original

EQUINOX Date and time: 8 p.m Friday, March 31, doors open at 7:30 p.m. Venue: KALA, 1017 Marine Drive in Astoria Cost: $10 at the door. Cocktails available. compositions. Sitting in on vocals will be the multi-talented Dinah Urell.

Crossword Answer W O W S

A S H E S

S T I C K

A L E S

S E M I

K O A N

A B P A B R R P A P A W

S H A N E

P E T E Y

E N I G M B A L U I E D H O E U A B R T T I S T

R E D C A D I L L A C S P E D

T A N K S N O O P A N T H E E E L A M R L O E A B A D B R E I A L L E T T E L L C O P Y L I E S P A D E E R S E O P L E L U O C A N K E A N U A C L O C P O M H I N S S

U P T Y E R S A T A M E M I E A D L N D E C A R A S T G E S R U E R I E A T T Z S O R C K W O E I N A T N

L O H A N

O D O R

E R A T O

R O N

P T S A E E R S A J A R K I E A V

L E W I S E D O Y U S T A M G A E N D A R R I U N D R Y E D

C H O W D E R S

H A S H G R E E N U S P D B I R K I E G

A G R A

R E A L

T Y L E R

S C O R E

E W E S

A I L E Y

O L L I E

P L O T S

D A U T H E S

BOOKMONGER

MARCH 30, 2017 // 19

BOOK SHELF // GLIMPSE // WILDLIFE // POP CULTURE // WORDS // Q&A // FOOD // FUN

BOOKMONGER

Trilogy wraps up just in time Genus: Lepus americanus

By BARBARA LLOYD MCMICHAEL

Snowshoe hare By LYNETTE RAE MCADAMS

Found throughout Canada and the northern United States, as well as at high elevations in all three primary American mountain ranges (the Appalachians, the Rockies, and the Sierra Nevadas), the snowshoe hare is a true lover of a cold winter climate. Named for its large hind feet, which allow it to hop atop deep snow without sinking, this handsome hare can grow to be 16 inches tall and weigh up to 4 pounds. Though it clearly favors habitats marked by extreme-low temperatures, it makes exceptions for the Washington and Oregon coastlines, illustrating a fact well-known to all the best creatures of the animal kingdom: life is simply better at the beach. Lightning quick and very nimble, L. americanus can leap up to 10 feet and run (or hop quickly) at speeds approaching 30 mph — a useful skill when just about everything wants to have you for dinner. The predator list for this small, furry herbivore is a lengthy one, and includes coyotes, eagles, hawks, owls, wolves, foxes, mountain lions, weasels, domestic dogs and, of course,

humans. As a defense, hares have the uncanny ability to hold as still as a statue, the only visible motion being the rapid twitching of the nose. Additionally, the Snowshoe’s unique coat gives it the advantage of camouflage — the dense, insulating fur turns white in the winter, masking against a snowy backdrop, then switches to a ruddy brown for spring and summer. Here in the Columbia-Pacific region, where it seldom snows, the hare’s fur remains russet — a nice match for the year-round temperate climate. Like rabbits, hares are incredible breeders, with females bearing up to three litters per year, each one with as many as eight young, called leverets. Having twin uteri, a mother hare is able to become pregnant with a second litter even before giving birth to the first. Unlike rabbits, which are born blind and furless, hares can hop within a day of their arrival, and survive on their own in as little as a month. The phrase, “mad as a March hare,” was coined in English literature dating from the 16th century and further popularized by works like Lewis Carroll’s, “Alice in Wonder-

CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Lepus americanus, the Snowshoe hare, is a common sight throughout the forests and grasslands of the Columbia-Pacific region. In snowy environments, its signature fur coat turns a brilliant white; but here along the coast, it remains brown year-round.

land.” It was derived from observation of a hare’s bizarre behavior during the month of March, when breeding season is in full force.

CARRUTHERS 1198 Commercial Street Astoria, Oregon 97103 503.975.5305

Fans of Randy Henderson’s brand of urban fantasy need wait no longer — the third volume of his Familia Arcana trilogy has just arrived in bookstores. Readers who became acquainted with necromancer Finn Gramaraye in the previous books, “Finn Fancy Necromancy” and “Bigfootloose and Finn Fancy Free,” can get their final dose of Henderson’s unique mashup of action-oriented fantasy, puns and family dysfunction in “Smells Like Finn Spirit.” In the first two installments of this series, after getting framed for a crime he didn’t commit and being exiled to the Fey Realms for a quarter century, Finn returns to his family and hopes to pick up normal life where he left off. That means learning how to navigate the internet, bingeing on 25 years of missed pop culture, and eating his fill of pizza. But there are a few complications that get in the way

Happy Hour

Tuesday-Friday 4pm-6pm and 8:30-Close

Smells Like Finn Spirit — Randy Henderson Tor Books — 448 pp — $29.99 of his readjustment to life in the “mundie” (human) world. Finn’s own family is arcana, each member endowed with some sort of supernatural power. But they’ve been going through a rough patch lately: his father is insane, his younger brother has just become a werewolf, his other siblings are emotional basket cases, and his grandfather turns out to be evil. To top it off — literally — the disembodied consciousness of a fey prince is trapped inside Finn’s head through an unfortunate stroke of dark magic. This, understandably, intrudes upon Finn’s budding romance with Dawn, the mundie girl-next-door from his childhood who has grown up to become a free-spirited musician.

240 11TH STREET ASTORIA, OR 97103

Now, in “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” Finn realizes that his grandfather is plotting once again to use him as a conduit for a devastating brand of magic that will trigger a war between worlds — unless Finn can patch together an alliance of dryads, druids, Sasquatches, gnomes, family members, and the obnoxious fellow in his head — and figure out a way to ward off Armageddon. Henderson sets this story in a Cascadia brushed with a bit of enchanted dust. Not unlike pinballs, his characters carom around real-life landmarks : the Seattle Center and Seattle Public Library, Maryhill’s Stonehenge, The Dalles Dam and the Elwha River serve as rendezvous points and portals to other worlds. Even for those of us who have read the previous books, the madcap pace of this one is unforgiving — there are too many names and shifting relationships to be able to follow along coherently. Individual scenes are talky, violent and complex.

20 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

Unlock The Power Of HELOC! Borrow Up to 100% of your home’s Value!

Wauna Credit Union

Trusted since 1967

waunafcu.org l 800-773-3236

1.99% APR* for 6 months!

Put Your Home’s Equity To Work With A Home Equity Line Of Credit!

*APR: Annual Percentage Rate. This Promotional financing applies to new HELOC accounts opened between April 1, 2017 and August 31, 2017. No closing costs except appraisal if required. Estimated appraisal cost: $745. Your interest rate and credit limit will be determined based on individual credit worthiness. Verification of income is required. Property insurance is required. If the property is located in a Special Flood Hazard Area we will require you to obtain flood insurance if it is available. An early closure fee (Title, Recording, Flood Determination; Total is approximately $250) is applied if the loan is closed within the first 36 months. A $35 annual fee will be waived if the Total Finance Charges paid during the previous 12 months is equal to or exceeds $35. You must pay a Re-Conveyance Fee at the end of the contract in order to release our lien. This fee will be determined at the time of re-conveyance. Maximum loan amount is determined by a variety of methods, including County RMV, AVM Report, or Appraised Value. The APR includes interest only and no other costs, and could change at any time. Variable Rate is equal to the Prime Rate index (currently 4.00% APR as of March 20, 2017) as published in the Wall Street Journal and is subject to change. To determine the APR which will apply to your account, a margin (currently 0.00% APR – 8.50 APR) will be added to your current index rate. As of March 20, 2017, the Variable Annual Percentage Rate for Home Equity Lines of Credit ranged from 4.00% to 12.00%. Home equity loans may qualify for tax deductible interest. Consult with your tax advisor for details. In no event will the regular APR be less than the Prime Rate or more than18% APR or applicable state law. The 1.99% Promotional APR is available for 6 months after the loan is funded. At the beginning of the 7th month, your regular rate will be applied. Minimum monthly payment may change as a result of interest rate changes. This promotional Home Equity Line of Credit enables qualified borrowers to finance up to 100% of their home value. Some restrictions apply. Membership with Wauna Credit Union required; visit waunafcu.org for member eligibility details. This special offer ends August 31, 2017.