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WOMEN OF THE WORLD: SINGING A MESSAGE OF PEACE AND UNITY

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Learn all about brown pelicans SEASIDE — Skimming the waves and plummeting beak-first for fish, the California brown pelican is one of the most iconic and easily recognizable seabirds on the Oregon Coast. At 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 15, join Astoria wildlife biologist Deborah Jaques at the Seaside Public Library to explore the natural history of brown pelicans, from their breeding grounds off Mexico to their summer feeding grounds off the Oregon Coast.

The event is the third of this year’s wildlife-themed Listening to the Land presentations from North Coast Land Conservancy and the Necanicum Watershed Council. Admission is free. Use of DDT and other pesticides decimated breeding populations of brown pelicans off southern California by the early 1970s. Pelicans recovered from the pesticide era, but their numbers continue to rise and

fall, impacted by environmental conditions here and in their breeding grounds and by natural and unnatural mortality events. Jaques has been closely observing brown pelicans since the 1980s. She’ll share information about the birds’ natural history and migration patterns, informed in part by results from a recent electronic tracking study. She will discuss her work monitoring communal root sites and responding to

events such as the oil spill off Santa Barbara in May 2015, and she will highlight conservation concerns such as the importance of preserving key forage fish populations. Jaques will share photos of her experiences with these birds, including images from a December trip to the heart of the breeding range in the Gulf of California, Mexico. Jaques is an independent wildlife biologist based out of Astoria. Her work over the past 30 years has taken her from the coastal margins of Antarctica to the Olympic

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Wildlife biologist Deborah Jaques will speak about brown pelicans March 15.

Peninsula and has most often involved seabirds and other

colonial water birds. Jaques did her graduate research at the University of California, Davis, on California brown pelican habitat use and distribution in the non-breeding range, including evaluation of northern range expansion and communal roosting behavior. Brown pelicans are a focus of her monitoring and conservation efforts on the West Coast. Listening to the Land is a monthly winter speaker series offered January through May in partnership with the Seaside Public Library. For more information, visit NCLCtrust.org

See local art at the Picture Attic LONG BEACH, Wash. — Local artists who are members of the Northwest Artist Guild will be showing their newest work at the Picture Attic during the month of March. An opening night featuring music, refreshments and the artists will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, March 10. The Picture Attic is located at 711 Pacific Highway N. The Northwest Artist Guild consists of over 17 members who are proficient in watercolor, collage, acrylic and ceramics, as well as stone sculpture. Each artist is encouraged to hang at least three new pieces at each show. Members include: Linda Marsh, ceramics; Kent Toepfer, collage; Betsy Toepfer, watercolor; Al Betters, acrylics and doll house furniture; Sharon Strong, watercolor and collage; Jean Nitzel, watercolor; Annie Unwin, watercolor; Judy Leonard, acrylics and watercolor; Ann Sadler, watercolor; Wes Moenhke, watercolor; Maxine Brown, watercolor; Joan Taplin, watercolor and oils; Cindy Keyes, watercolor and acrylics; James Ackerman, watercolor, acylics and oils; Susan McCloud, acrylics and watercolor; Stan

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“Clam Tide,” a watercolor by Betsy Toepfer. notforsale

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“Spring,” a watercolor by Kathryn Murdock.

Riedesel, watercolor; Patsy Chapel, watercolor and

acrylics; Kathryn Murdock, watercolor and oils; and Ray Wolken, stone sculpture. The group is open to serious artists who are committed to showing their work and presenting new art every three months or so. There is a process by which new members are accepted; if you are interested in joining the group, contact any member or check in at The Picture Attic for a membership invitation form. The guild meets every month on the first Monday and after the business meeting there is a presentation by a member in their fun in art program.

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Photographer investigates what U.S. residents, refugees have in common ASTORIA — LightBox Photographic Gallery opens “The Refugees’ Dreams” with an artist reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 11. This series of photomontages by artist Friderike Heuer is dedicated to those ﬂeeing their war-torn countries and to those helping refugees settle. Heuer will give an artist talk about the series at 4 p.m. Saturday, immediately before the opening. Call LightBox at 503-468-0238 for reserved seating. Heuer’s current project consists of three parts: “On Transience” explored the transient psychological states of immigrants and refugees; “The Refugees’

Dreams” is focused on what residents and those seeking shelter in the United States have in common. The third part (working title “Transit”) is in progress and tackles America’s dual relationship with mobility — citizens cherish their own mobility, but some want to deny it to those crossing U.S. borders. “As an immigrant myself, I am aware of the difﬁculties adjusting to a new culture, a new language, the loss of what was and the obstacles to integration,” Heuer says. “I can only imagine how much harder it is when these changes are forced by the need to escape war zones without being

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THE ARTS

‘An art student all my life’

Women of the World

Renee Rowe pursues the adventure of art making

FEATURE

A cappella group sings a message of peace, unity

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“Looking for Jobs,” a photomontage by Friderike Heuer.

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common: a desire for peace, for absence of harm, for a future that allows our children to grow and prosper,”

Heuer continues. “Being aware of what unites rather than separates us from those seeking asylum might diminish the distance between us. Perhaps it will help us to get involved in ﬁnding solution to the refugee crisis. That is the hope, at least.” Trained initially as a trial attorney, Heuer shifted careers and immigrated to the U.S. from Germany in 1981. After receiving a Ph.D. from the New School for Social Research in New York in experimental psychology, she taught visual perception, cognition and social psychology at both the graduate and undergraduate levels for 15 years. She now is working as

a full-time artist, and her work is primarily concerned with issues of justice, both historically and in contemporary settings, and the consequences of exile and emigration. Her recent work has explored the actual and emotional results of displacement (“Fugue,” “On Transience,” “Affirmation & Negation”) and the consequences of reckless political and economic decision making (“Free Fall”) and war (“The Armed Man”). For more information, visit www.friderikeheuer.com The exhibit runs from March 11 through April 4. LightBox is located at 1045 Marine Drive.

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‘I’ll be an art student all my life’ ASTORIA ARTIST RENEE ROWE PURSUES THE ADVENTURE OF ART MAKING

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By DWIGHT CASWELL

“When we moved to Astoria in 2015, I promised myself to paint full time,” Renee Rowe says. “I have painted almost every day for about two years so far. I have a lot of growing to do in my art, and, being older, I didn’t want to look back on my life and say, ‘I managed galleries and sold other artists’ work.’” That’s what she had been doing in Colorado, the most recent stop in a long and eventful occupational trip before arriving in Astoria. Rowe’s first stop was at Rutgers University where she took her first art class, despite having no background in art. Her instructor was pop artist Roy Lichtenstein. “Going to college blew my mind,” she says, “and opened a whole new world to me.” That world included becoming a social worker (“with a case load of jazz musicians”) and later a computer consultant to major corporations. She didn’t like the corporate world though and decided to move on. She worked in art galleries, eventually owning one, and took a detour into designing aquaponic systems. All the time she was making art in her spare time, and when she finally decided to follow her heart by painting, she began looking for a new place to do it. She and her husband, James, checked out the Northwest to be closer to her grandkids and to the water. Portland was “too big, busy and expensive,” but spending one day in Astoria convinced them to make the town their home. Rowe believes that our

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“View of Astoria II” by Renee Rowe.

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Renee Rowe poses for a portrait at Grace Episcopal Church in Astoria, where she recently showed her paintings.

society, “is in a period of change. We want a breakthrough, not just to tear down but to build up. I’d like in a small way to give something back, to use my art for good.” That might include teaching, or opening a gallery, or simply continuing to paint. Rowe seems open to almost anything, but whatever she does she will continue to paint. “I’ll be an art student all my life,” she says. “I’ve been in love with art all my life, but that doesn’t necessarily make me a great artist. However, when I’m in the zone, it’s like heaven. There’s no stress. We’re spiritual creatures, and I feel a kind of oneness with everything. It’s euphoric.” Today, Rowe continues to paint in her garage studio in Astoria. She’s had a show of her work at Grace Episcopal Church and exhibits her paintings at Fairweather House & Gallery in Seaside.

“I’m learning how to look at light and shadow in a new way. I’m learning to see light differently,” she says. “It’s an adventure. Landscapes, cityscapes, abstract works, it all interests me, and we’ll see what happens.” How to characterize Rowe’s work? She is known for both her Northwest landscapes and her abstract paintings. Of her landscapes she says, “I am totally enchanted and cannot imagine ever tiring of attempting to capture the majesty of this wondrous place. I hope to encourage the viewer to appreciate our environment and help to save it.” Of her abstract works she says that she never knows what’s going to happen: “It’s very freeing, like playing a game. Recently, the works have several elements that include a movement of light ﬁelds, boxes and color transitions.” “If you call me any-

thing,” Rowe says, “call me an impressionist or abstract painter.” She doesn’t consider the label important: “I don’t necessarily want to be famous, and I was never really interested in the money. That’s not the reason I paint. I want to please myself and at the same time inspire people and lift their spirits.” As for the future, Rowe may decide to open a new gallery in Astoria. “In a gallery I like people to feel welcome and to enjoy themselves, and if you like a painting and it would please you to see it every day, you should have it.” If she does return to the gallery business, though, it will not be to the exclusion of making art. “That’s where I would have my studio,” she says, “and whether it’s through my work or the work of others, I would like to make a contribution to the art world.”

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“Ilwaco Port” by Renee Rowe.

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“Ocean View” by Renee Rowe.

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“Contra Punto” by Renee Rowe.

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IN THE COLUMBIA-PACIFIC REGION Thursday, March 9 Senior Center Jam 6:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-468-0390. String band, bluegrass and country. Floating Glass Balls 7 p.m., Bill’s Tavern, 188 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2202. The Floating Glass Balls plays bluegrass, Caribbean, folk, swing and country.

Ray Raihala 6 p.m., Urban Café, 1119 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-338-5133. Ray Raihala plays acoustic Americana, folk, blues, country, soft rock and old standards. Thistle & Rose 6 p.m., Seasons Café, 255 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1159. Thistle and Rose perform Americana. Tom Trudell 6 p.m., Shelburne Inn, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-4150. Tom Trudell plays jazz piano. Wes Wahrmund 6 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Wes Wahrmund plays light jazz, originals. Maggie & the Cats 6:30 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, 21 +. Maggie and the Cats play Creole, jazz, blues and soul music. NOCS Concert 7 p.m., NCRD Performing Arts Center, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, $10 to $15. The North Oregon Coast Symphony “Goes Baroque!” featuring music by Handel and Vivaldi.

St., Astoria. Jennifer Goodenberger plays classical, contemporary piano.

Buck Johnson Band 7 p.m., The Birk, 11139 Hwy. 202, Birkenfeld, 503-755-2722. A keyboardist and backing vocalist for Aerosmith, songwriter Buck Johnson’s solo style crosses genres from gospel and southern rock to blues, country.

Hip Hatchet 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash.

The Swing Cats 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 21 +. Swing Cats play jazz-swing era standards, bossa nova, blues, bebop.

Friday, March 10 Jennifer Goodenberger 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria. Jennifer Goodenberger plays classical, contemporary piano.

Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Wes Wahrmund plays light jazz, originals.

Fabulous Garage Band 7 p.m., American Legion, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111, 21 +. The Fabulous Garage Band plays blues, pop and classic rock music.

Wanderlodge 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311. Wanderlodge plays rock, rockn-roll and country music.

Boy & Bean Friday and Saturday, March 10 and 11

9 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311. Boy & Bean adds a modern twist to Depression-era swing and jazz classics. Open Mic & Jam 7 p.m., Pacific Pearl Bistro, 111 Broadway, Seaside. All styles welcome to jam with the Tim Kelly Blues Band. Two Crows Joy 7 p.m. WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 21+. Two Crows Joy plays country, rock, blues and old standards. Will West 7 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150. Will West & the Friendly Strangers play modern roots, folk, bluegrass.

Saturday, March 11 Wingnuts 12:30 p.m., Northwest By Northwest Gallery, 232 Spruce St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-0741. Wingnuts with Bobcat Bob and Paul Dueber play Americana, rock, folk and blues. Smoked Salmon 3 p.m., Northwest By Northwest Gal-

lery, 232 Spruce St., Cannon Beach. Smoked Salmon with Bobcat Bob and Will Gunn plays blues and jazz. David Drury 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria. David Drury plays guitar. George Coleman 6 p.m., Shelburne Inn, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash. George Coleman plays pop, jazz, folk and rock music on his 12-string guitar.

Women of the World 7:30 p.m., Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, $15 to $35.A cappella champions Women of the World brings global musicians together to create and share music. Will West 9 p.m., San Dune Pub, 127 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-5080, 21 +. Will West & the Friendly Strangers play modern roots, folk, bluegrass.

Sunday, March 12 Red Beans & Rice 11:30 a.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria. The musical duo of Ted Brainard and John Orr offers a sampling of Southern blues, swing and Tin Pan Alley tunes.

Niall 6 p.m., Wet Dog Café, 144 11th St., Astoria, 503-325-6975. Niall Carroll plays pop, classic rock and folk music with vocals on guitar and harmonica.

Jim Gustin & Truth Jones 2 p.m., The Birk, 11139 Hwy. 202, Birkenfeld. Blues singer and guitarist Jim Gustin will be joined by gospel and soul vocalist Truth Jones playing funk, honky tonk, soul and blues.

Ray Raihala 6 p.m., T. Paul’s Supper Club, 360 12th St., Astoria, 503-338-5133. Ray Raihala plays acoustic American, folk, blues, country, soft rock and old standards.

NOCS Concert 3 p.m., Performing Arts Center, 588 16th St., Astoria, $10 to $15, all ages. The North Oregon Coast Symphony “Goes Baroque!”

Wes Wahrmund 6 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St.,

Jennifer Goodenberger 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin

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Monday, March 13 Burgers & Jam 6 p.m., American Legion, 1216 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2973. The legion offers good burgers and good music. Blackwood Legacy Quartet 7 p.m., Lighthouse Christian Church, 88786 Dellmoor Loop Road, Warrenton, free. Direct from Nashville, Blackwood Legacy Quartet blends the best of traditional southern gospel with today’s newest country Christian sound. Hip Hatchet 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash. Hip Hatchet plays rustic folk.

Tuesday, March 14 Brian O’Connor 5:30 p.m., Shelburne Inn, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash. Acoustic guitarist Brian O’Connor plays a mix of jazz. Hip Hatchet 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash.

Wednesday, March 15 Thistle & Rose 5 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach. Thistle and Rose perform originals, folk and Americana. The Horsenecks 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash. The Horsenecks plays old time and bluegrass. Scheckie Metzner & Pee Wee Patenaude 9 p.m., Voodoo Room, 1102 Marine Drive, Astoria, 21+. This group plays blues, soul and Caribbean music with Josh Baer on bass.

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Sing along to ‘Mamma Mia’ movie Sou’Wester Lodge hosts readings, music ASTORIA — “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “Knowing Me, Knowing You” and “Take a Chance on Me” are just a few of ABBA’s hit songs from the 2008 British-American-Swedish romantic musical comedy “Mamma Mia,” adapted from the 1999 Broadway musical of the same name. The movie stars Meryl Streep and Colin Firth and will be shown as a preview event leading up to the 2017 Astoria Scandinavian Mid-

summer Festival. The movie screening will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 11 at the Columbian Theater, located at 1114 Marine Drive. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Audience members will be encouraged to sing along to ABBA’s greatest hit songs during the screening. The event is sponsored by the Scandinavian Midsummer Festival Association in honor of and in preparation for the 50th anniversary Scandina-

vian Midsummer Festival to be held at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds June 16, 17 and 18, when ARRIVAL, Canada’s ABBA tribute band, will perform. There are 250 seats available for the “Mamma Mia” singalong on a first-come, first-served basis. The balcony will be open for adults only. Tickets are $5, and 1980s costumes are encouraged. More information is available on the festival website at www.astoriascanfest.com

Portland writers to share stories of relationships, impermanence SEAVIEW, Wash. — The Sou’Wester Lodge will host an evening of live music and Portland author readings from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 11. Music will be performed by Portland bands The Morals and Jessica Dennison + Jones. The Morals, featuring

author Casey Jarman, plays campfire indie rock. Jessica Dennison and Jessica Jones are a pair of Portland musicians who play indie pop songs with influences of country and classic pop. The evening’s readings will focus on stories of relationships and aloneness, impermanence, and the search for peace. Presenters include Martha Grover, author of the memoir “The End of My Career” and a 2017 finalist

for an Oregon Book Award in creative nonfiction; Casey Jarman, musician and author of “Death: An Oral History”; Lizzy Acker, reporter for The Oregonian and past web editor at Willamette Week; and poet Hajara Quinn, author of the chapbook “Unnaysayer” and managing and assistant editor for Octopus Books. The event is free and open to the public. The Sou’wester is located at 3728 J Place. For more information, call 360642-2542.

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Singing a message of peace and unity A cappella group Women of the World performs March 11 at the Liberty Theatre

By CATE GABLE

The Power of Music

Although the world seems unusually divisive these days, peer just below the surface of the mainstream media storm and one can see lots of indicators of hope. One of these is surely the a cappella group Women of the World. These women from Japan, Italy, India and the United States/Haiti will be bringing fresh faces and vibrant voices to the Liberty Theatre for a concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 11. (Note that they will also perform at the Raymond Theatre in Raymond, Washington, on March 19.) This international quartet of women, singing together since 2008, feel strongly about their purpose in the world. Of course, they are focused on their music, but it seems their songs are only a vehicle for something more profound. As they say, “By connecting with our diverse community, we are building a movement. We, as Women of the World, believe in the power of music. We believe in our bond as a family of musicians. We believe in peace.” Though their music is often light-hearted, upbeat and full of lively rhythms, they are serious about what they’re doing. Women of the World is composed of Ayumi Ueda of Japan, Annette Philip of India, Débo Rày of the U.S./ Haiti, Giorgia Renosto of Italy and Patrick Simard of Canada on percussion. Between them they have 26 different languages, and they bring their diverse cultures, tastes, sounds and backgrounds to the stage in a unique and exciting way. As the reigning National A Cappella Champions,

WOMEN OF THE WORLD 7:30 P.M. SATURDAY, MARCH 11 Liberty Theatre 1203 Commercial St., Astoria 503-325-5922, ext. 55 libertyastoria.org $15 to $35 2 P.M. SUNDAY, MARCH 19 Raymond Theatre 323 Third St., Raymond, Washington 360-875-5207 sundayafternoonlive.org $12 in advance, $15 at the door

Women of the World have come together from across the globe. Their collaborative approach to music allows each of them to excel in the strengths of their own cultures and individuals skills, at the same time that they explore and celebrate

the differences in their musical traditions. Their goal is to put a spotlight on the daily lives of women all over the world.

In the Beginning

The group’s founder, Ueda, a Berklee College of

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Wome of the World is made up of, from left, Débo Rày of the U.S./Haiti, Ayumi Ueda of Japan, Annette Philip of India, Giorgia Renosto of Italy, and Patrick Simard of Canada on percussion (not pictured).

Music alumna from Japan, had the spark of an idea. She says “When I was a child I was always interested in different cultures and music. I was interested in everything that was happening outside of Japan. I kept asking myself, ‘What’s happening in the world? What’s important to other people? What makes them laugh?’ “My father was an event coordinator, and I had the chance to meet a lot of different people. So this idea of creating a music group was in my mind for a long time. Then I found Berklee College of Music in Boston, and I started going to concerts at school. I printed up a

business card and if I heard some musician I liked, I’d say, ‘Oh, I want to sing with that person.’ Then I’d ask, ‘Would you like to join me?’ and give them my card. We started as a student recital project.” Ueda wanted to create a multicultural ensemble that not only crossed boundaries musically but one that was also committed to the practice of peace in their daily interactions. She gathered a multicultural group of women around her, and they found that the four of them together could produce magic. “Sometimes we sing folk songs, and sometimes we create our own songs

together,” she says. Because they all came to their own music from different countries and differing backgrounds, they are natural pioneers. They are constantly searching for new genres to explore. The group has performed in Bulgarian, Cuban, Ladino, Brazilian, Turkish, African, Haitian, Indian, Italian and Japanese music — just to name a few of the languages and styles. In many ways, the ensemble is a microcosm of the world. For the first half of their show, they wear traditional costumes from their own countries in a visual display of their world-wide reach. The cross-pollination of genres, rhythms and global sounds is borderless and spirited. Their magic on stage allows both for individual voices to stand out as well as to blend in a musical message of unity. When asked what Ueda most likes about touring, she says, “It’s amazing to see the different scenery wherever we go. And the people are amazing too. We are so touched, we’re overwhelmed by how welcoming the communities are. We love to interact with our audiences.” As part of their performance, the audience will have a chance to ask questions and talk with group members during the show. Proof of the fun they catalyze is certainly apparent on their Facebook page. One of the posts by member Giorgia Renosto — from Torino, Italy — is a family recipe for Tiramisù, which means “pick me up!” As Renosto tells us, “The are many legends around this delicious Italian dessert. The Piedmontese version

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11 ASTORIA — Downtown merchants and galleries will hold Astoria’s Second Saturday Art Walk from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 11. Meet artists and mingle with art lovers while enjoying refreshments and new exhibits. Some locations are open earlier or later. ART BUSINESSES 1. Astoria Art Loft 106 Third St. Meet glass mosaic artist Kai Raden, watcher her at work, see her large and small mosaics, and learn more about her process from 3 to 6 p.m. 3. KALA 1017 Marine Drive KALA presents “Deep Blue,” Nancy Cook’s art exhibition that opened during the FisherPoets Gathering. The exhibit is part visual memoir of time spent working Alaska’s Bering Sea and part raw con-templation of blueness. Many works are “paper quilts,” sewn of topographic maps, nautical charts, photographs, and other place-based texts with scraps of original cyanotypes, monotype prints and paintings. 6. Imogen Gallery 240 11th St. Imogen Gallery is participating in the 2017 National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts. This year brings ceramic artists from all over the country to Portland. Imogen is excited to be a satellite venue for an exhibition focusing on the ceramic arts of the gallery’s represented artists. Amy Fields, Barb Campbell, Javier Cervantes, Robin Hominiuk, Aaron Murray and Christos Koutsouras are participating in this exhibition, celebrating clay in all forms. 10. RiverSea Gallery 1160 Commercial St. In “I Just Work Here,” pastel artist Thomas Benenati depicts the mills, ports and docks, and natural landscapes along the Columbia River observed during his workday commute. In a show that is part installation, unfinished works are surrounded by

the artifacts and detritus of his studio and displayed alongside finished pieces, both framed and unframed, contrasting the messy creativity of artistic process with pristine gallery display. In the Alcove, longtime Astoria artist Michael deWaide offers a new series of his narrative folk-art wood carvings. Escape into his imaginary world where the antics of forest creatures and enchanted beings slyly allude to ancient allegorical tales. Enjoy original folk music by local singer-songwriter Lucy Barna.

See fiber arts works at Forsythea.

A painting by Diane Jackson at Luminari Arts.

12. The Art Stall 1268 Commercial St. Join The Art Stall at its new location two doors east of Wells Fargo. This new location features more display space, and The Art Stall is now welcoming new artists. Learn about the Still Life Freestyle area and the 20 percent sale on all local artwork. Refreshments will be provided. 13. Tempo Gallery 1271 Commercial St. Tempo Gallery will feature a selection of stoneware pottery in a variety of forms and sizes by the late Elaine Myers, who was a premier potter in the local area for over 20 years. She specialized in usable pots, sometimes adding a whimsical sculptural touch. Her work is noted for delicate walls, smooth shapes and interesting glazes. Refreshments will be served. 14. Old Town Framing Co. 1287 Commercial St. The Clatsop Community College Basic Design class taught by instructor Kristin Shauck will present an exhibit of artwork constructed of found objects and upcycled materials, primarily salvaged from the waste stream. This project is designed to convey meaning-

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“Astoria Boogie-Woogie,” pastel on paper by Thomas Benenati at RiverSea Gallery.

ful content and promote environmental stewardship while exploring the intersection between art and the environment. Ignite your imagination at this art exhibition. 16. AVA a-i-r at Studio 11 453 11th St., Suite A Astoria Visual Arts artist-in-residence Andie Sterling will interact with her stop-motion animation film by drawing directly onto the projection. “Imbue” is a project inspired by the feeling and quality of permeating surfaces. Studio 11 is a collective studio space of Astoria artists in the Elks building. Enjoy live music and local refreshments.

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2. WineKraft 80 10th St. WineKraft features art by six local artists. Enjoy live music at 7 p.m. 4. Sea Gypsy Gallery and Gifts 1001 Commercial St. Sea Gypsy Gallery and Gifts will welcome a first-time artist from Astoria High School. Rhiannon Pena will showcase her bold new style. See amazing black and white drawings with incredible attention to detail and an unusual technique.

8. Forsythea 1124 Commercial St. Forsythea will shine the spotlight on the Astoria Fiber Arts Studio. Artisans will present a trunk show highlighting items they produce and sell. Come meet the artisans and hear their individual stories and passions for fiber. 11. de la Salandra 1145 Commercial St. New design pieces are constantly being added to the atelier, each month. Mary de la Salandra will perform this night, on the sidewalk, weather permitting, with her old

band, TaTaTa, which consists of her husband, Raymond Martin on electrified guitar and classical cellist Brenda Erickson. The clothes, shoes, toy bears and hares will perform inside. 15. Reach Break Brewing 1343 Duane St. Photography by Kim Rose Adams christens Astoria’s newest local brewery. Adams’ work features local landscapes and objects that reflect geological history and human society. “The surrounding county lands attract the part of my soul that needs sparseness and quietude,” she said. “I

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River People Farmers Market now available year round ASTORIA — The North Coast Food Web, sponsor of the popular River People Farmers Market, is test driving a new approach to small, local food producer support and community access to healthy food regardless of financial means. Beginning last November, the food web has hosted a monthly indoor market on the third Thursday of every month from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at its office building, located at 577 18th St. “The new model is proving to be popular with both vendors and shoppers.

Pottery made by the late Elaine Serrell Myers at Tempo Gallery.

Winter may not be prime time for fresh produce, but there is always availability of locally raised meats, wonderful cheeses, fish, eggs, baked goods and value-added products like pickles, salsa, jam, sauerkraut, kim chee and more,” says North Coast Food Web board member Merianne Myers. “With the addition of seasonal produce including apples, salad and braising greens, squash and root vegetables, it’s easy to find something delicious to take home for dinner and support our local economy in the

process,” Myers continues. The market is slated to expand to include some outdoor spaces once weather permits. In the mean time, it will continue to be offered on the third Thursday of the month indoors. The next farmers market will take place March 16. The food web continues to provide a $10 SNAP match for those on food assistance and to host a refreshment table for the enjoyment of shoppers and vendors alike. For more information, visit northcoastfoodweb.org

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“Anemone Bowl” by Amy Fields at Imogen.

Continued from Page 8 love how that contrasts with Astoria’s once industrious and bawdy history, and its ongoing revival, restoration and reformation. It’s a deep need for me to be inspired by the surrounding daily beauty and grime.” 17. Luminari Arts 1133 Commercial St. Luminari Arts will feature the work of Diane Jackson. Known for her paper-mâché sculptures and Matchbook Meditations, Jackson has turned her attention to dots — lots and lots of dots. Feast your eyes on sealife mosaics; each piece is an original acrylic

“Anchor series” by Javier Cervantes at Imogen.

on canvas board with meticulously labored dots. Enjoy music, beverages and snacks.

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5. Vintage Hardware 1162 Marine Drive Vintage Hardware will host Oh Baby Couture for its March Pop Up Shop located inside the store. Mary designs trendy, one-of-akind accessories and apparel for newborns to tweens, everything from whimsical fairy and princess dress up to upcycled, previously loved denim jackets, pants, dresses and skirts that are embellished with bows, ribbons, charms, pocket chains and sparkle.

7. Cargo 240 11th St. Is spring in the air? Cargo has many one-of-a-kind artifacts from around the globe. 9. Holly McHone Jewelry 1150 Commercial St. Holly McHone Jewelry creates individual custom-designed jewelry. Create something new with your own gemstones or find out how Holly can be your personal diamond shopper in Antwerp, Belgium, the diamond capital of the world. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

of the history says that it was created in honor of the Count Camillo Benso of Cavour (1810-1861), to lift his spirits after he’d been severely tested in his attempts to unify Italy. So Tiramisù developed as a morale lifter for the Count and anybody else around him!” The video goes on to show how to make your own Tiramisu from scratch. This fun-loving quartet of women obviously know how to have fun together. (Check out the Women of the World Kitchen Series video on the group’s Facebook page.)

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Their work and play together has caught the attention of an array of worldclass musicians, including Bobby McFerrin, Rhiannon and others from McFerrin’s Voicestra. They’ve also shared the stage with African musical icon Angelique Kidjo as well as the Boston Pops Orchestra led by maestro conductor Keith Lockhart. They have toured extensively in North America and Asia, and they continue to gather awards:

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Women of the World will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 11 at the Liberty Theatre in Astoria.

including being named the national champions of the 2014 Harmony Sweepstakes A Cappella Festival, and being nominated for the 2014 Independent Music Awards and the 2013 Boston Music Awards. Their goal of advocating for world peace has taken them to venues like Carnegie Hall, Blue Note Jazz Club, Boston Symphony Hall, the Kennedy Center, and The Apollo Theater. In collaboration with the United Nations, among other organizations and universities, the women are fulfilling their mission as cultural

ambassadors of peace and unity through music. Women of the World has released two CDs, “Koloro” (2012) and “Makana” (2016). We’re lucky that they’ve added the Liberty Theatre to this year’s tour. You’ll be delighted with their colorful traditional dress, their lively on-stage presence and, most of all, the tight harmony they bring both to their music and, metaphorically, to the world. As Ueda says, “Our purpose is to connect more people — we’re able to do that with music and dialogue.”

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COA S T W E E K E N D C A L E N DA R Saturday, March 11

Sunday, March 12

Nehalem Cleanup 7:30 a.m., Wheeler Masonic Hall 63 N. Highway 101, Wheeler. Help clean up trash and recyclables from the Nehalem estuary.

Northwest Throwdown 5 p.m., Tolovana Inn, 3400 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, $40, 21 +. Taste 12 award-winning wines, light bites and pairings and vote for best wine at the Thursday Night Throwdown kick off event for Savor Cannon Beach; limited tickets available. Business After Hours 5:30 p.m., Bank of the Pacific, 303 11th St., Astoria, 503-325-6311, free. Sponsored by the Astoria Warrenton Chamber of Commerce, Business After Hours provides a social networking opportunity for members and business owners to meet and mingle.

CASA Celebration 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, $30, 503338-6063. The annual CASA celebration benefit is an evening of small bites, wine, a dessert auction and raffle to raise money for advocacy services for children in foster care; advance tickets recommended.

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Nature Matters 7 p.m., Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St., Astoria, 503861-4443. Quinn Reed will give an update on the remaining 80 resident orcas in the Pacific Northwest since J28 and her calf went missing in the fall.

LNWC Speaker Series

6:30 p.m., Pine Grove Community Center, 225 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, free. Join Paul Atwood of Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife for a presentation exploring common wildlife species that use coastal estuaries; presentation begins at 7:20 p.m.

Astoria, 503-468-0238. LightBox opens “The Refugees’ Dreams” with a reception for Friderike Heuer. Astoria Art Walk 5 to 8 p.m., multiple venues, downtown Astoria. Celebrate the arts in Astoria where businesses are open late, provide refreshments, entertainment and exhibit original works of art or craft. Look for the pinwheels at participating merchants; see Page 8.

Angora Hiking Club 9 a.m., meet at the 6th St. parking lot (between 6th and 7th streets, Marine Drive and the trolley tracks), Astoria, 503-368-4323. June Baumler and Tami Christner will lead a Nehalem Point and Bay clean up.

Thursday, March 9

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

Friday, March 10 Savor Cannon Beach 1 p.m., Tolovana Inn, 3400 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, $40, 21 +. Start the day with the Winemaker’s Premium Pours featuring six northwest wineries; times/prices vary per location and individual events; pre-purchase recommended.

Artist Reception 5:30 p.m., Picture Attic, 711 Pacific Hwy., Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-4770. The Northwest Artist Guild will host an artist’s reception for its guild members in a group show; features work in watercolor, acrylic and ceramics.

Author Reading 6 p.m., Astoria Public Library, 450 10th St., Astoria, 503-325-7323, free. Author James D. Thayer will give a presentation and read from his new book “Hiking from Portland to the Coast: An Interpretive Guide to 30 Trails.”

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Contra Dance 7 p.m., Astoria Arts & Movement Center, 342 10th St., Astoria, 503-741-8412, $5 to $10, children under 12 free, all ages. Enjoy a community contra dance with live music.

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Filmmakers’ Festival

7:30 p.m., KALA, 1017 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-338-4878, $8. The Best of the 43rd Northwest Filmmakers’ Festival is a selected cross section of filmmaking from the northwest region featuring nine films; includes documentary, animation and narrative.

Antique & Vintage Sale 10 a.m., Skamokawa Resort Conference Center, 1340 State Route 4, Skamokawa, Wash., 360-795-0884. Friends of Skamokawa at Redmen Hall will host its annual Antique & Vintage Faire compiled of a treasure trove of antiques and vintage pieces. Savor Cannon Beach 11 a.m., Tolovana Inn, 3400 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, $20, 21 +. Events take place throughout the day starting with Wine Tasting Basics & Beyond; times/prices vary per location and individual events. AAUW Tea Theatre 11:30 a.m., Elks Lodge, 110 Pacific Ave., Long Beach, Wash., $10 to $20, all ages. American Association of University Women

Film Screening

3 p.m., Columbian Theater, 1114 Marine Drive, Astoria, $5. Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival presents a screening of “Mamma Mia,” ’80s costumes encouraged. will host at tea theater “The Shoulders Upon Which We Stand;” proceeds benefit AAUW scholarships. Bountiful Backyards 1 p.m., Ilwaco Library, 158 1st Ave., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-3908, adults. Join author Maggie Stuckey as she introduces the easy world of growing vegetables, herbs and flowers in a container garden.

Northwest Author Series 2 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1391, free. Ellen Urbani, author of “Landfill” will be featured. Artist Reception 5 to 8 p.m., LightBox Photographic Gallery, 1045 Marine Drive,

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Spring Fling 5 p.m., Chinook School Event Center, 810 Hwy. 101, Chinook, Wash., 360-244-3294, $35 each, $280 table, RSVP. Ocean Beach Hospital Foundation will host a Spring Fling fundraiser with a silent auction, vintage cocktails, a buffet dinner, the dessert dash and live music by Boy & Bean; proceeds help purchase medical equipment. Author Reading 7 p.m., Sou’Wester Lodge, 3728 J Place, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-2542. Sou’Wester will host an evening of readings by Martha Grover, Casey Jarman, Lizzy Acker and Hajara Quinn with music by The Morals and Jessica Dennison & Jones.

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Coast Weekend editor suggested events

Miss Clatsop County 7 p.m., Seaside Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, $12. Miss Clatsop County will be crowned at the annual Miss Clatsop County Scholarship Program pageant, a preliminary to the Miss Oregon pageant this summer.

Battle of the Bites

11:30 a.m., Tolovana Inn, 3400 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, $40, 21 +. Taste 12 current gold-medal winning wines with chef-made creations.

Reader’s Theater 7 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-3683846. The top three submissions from this year’s one-act playwriting competition will be performed. “The Mousetrap” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre Playhouse, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, $20 to $25. Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” follows a group of strangers, a blizzard and an unknown killer. ’80s Dance Party 9 p.m., Manzanita Lighthouse Pub, 36480 Hwy. 101, Nehalem. Break out your best 80s-styles for a totally awesome 80s dress up and dance party with live music by Mr. B.

“The Mousetrap” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre Playhouse, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503436-1242, $20 to $25, rated PG. “The Mousetrap” follows the tale of a group of strangers, a blizzard and an unknown killer that culminates to an Agatha Christie switch ending.

Wednesday, March 15

Thursday, March 16 Senior Craft Fair 10:30 a.m., Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside, 503-7389323, $3 to $6.75, all ages. Local artisans highlight their creative talents during the third Thursday Craft Fair, includes handmade crafts, jewelry and more. Farmers Market 2:30 p.m., North Coast Food Web, 577 18th St., Astoria, 503-4680921. Buy direct from local farmers for seasonal produce, baked goods, eggs, meat, cheese, fish and more. Bountiful Backyards 5:30 p.m., Raymond Library, 507 Duryea St., Raymond, Wash., 360-942-2408, adults. Join author Maggie Stuckey as she introduces the easy world of growing vegetables in a container garden.

Pet Friend-Raiser 5:30 p.m., Astoria Golf & Country Club, 33445 Sunset Beach Lane, Warrenton, free. Angel on a Leash pet therapy is a new program at Providence Seaside Hospital, features David and Cherilyn Frei and dogs Angel and Grace. Relive Portland Pittock History 7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-7386742, free. Historical actress Mary Hutchens will give a dramatic presentation of “Georgiana Pittock Her Last Ten Years.” Thursday Night Talks 7 p.m., Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St., Astoria, 503-325-2203, free. TNT lecture series welcomes prop master Tim Oakley who will give a presentation on “Props & Hops.”

Wildlife Refuge Input 5 p.m., Cranberry Museum, 2907 Pioneer Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-484-3482. U.S. Fish & Wildlife and Friends of Willapa National Wildlife Refuge are asking for public input on a new national resource center.

Listen to the Land

6 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-9126, free. Wildlife biologist Deborah Jaques will discuss “Tracking the Brown Pelican” as part of NCLC’s Listening to the Land series.

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Community comes together over spicy dishes in Fiery Food Festival Review and photos by MOUTH OF THE COLUMBIA

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The competition began as so many others have: while boasting at the bar. It was elk season. The topic turned to chili. “Mine’s the best,” one said. “I can do better than you,” another barked. “Alright, well next week we’ll see.” And lo, some 20 years ago, Wes and Wally’s Fiery Food Festival was born. There was another at the bar — the Relief Pitcher in Seaside — who wanted to compete but wasn’t a chili man. Instead then, it would be a contest pitting spicy foods. Early years saw competitors trying to outdo one another with tongue-scorching heat. Over the decades, though, it’s become more about developing compelling flavors with a fiery kick. Near the end of February, in exchange for $5 at the door of the Relief Pitcher, I was handed a ballot, on which I would vote for my top three dishes. There were no official judges; winners would be selected democratically. Each person who placed in the top three would receive a plaque, a pair of cast iron pans and a portion of the proceeds (about $70 dollars each). The dishes were mostly set atop a covered pool table. They came in crock pots, cupped in pyrex and on cookie sheets. There were 11 in total, which organizers lamented was less than the usual 20-odd entries (and sometimes as many as 30). Nonetheless, it seemed like plenty of food to me, an occasion not flagging for lack of participation. About a third of the concoctions were desserts, which, I was told, reflected recent trends. Co-founder Wes told me about his first sweet entry to the contest: an apple pie that included cayenne in the filling and habanero in a caramel topping. After a few welcoming words from Wes and Wally the tasting began. A line snaked through the

The food was served pot-luck style, and attendees sampled a portion of each dish before voting for their top three picks.

The hottest dish by far was the Satan’s Sweets hard candy.

The Chipotle Pot De Creme was offered in single-serving cups.

standing-room-only crowd. The charge was simple: Take only one taste until everyone got a chance to try. Then attendees were free to go to town on the leftovers. Alongside the entries were piles of orange slices and Texas toast, to help cut the spice. (I thought milk or ice cream would’ve been more effective.) Most dishes were designed to be single serving: a chicken wing, a meatball, a dainty cup of chipotle chocolate pot de creme. I filled my plate with one of everything and tried to find a place to sample comfortably — the joint was packed. Well, OK, I didn’t get to try everything — the prawns in the Louisiana Mt. Goat Peckers were finished by the time I got there. There was still plenty of sauce, though, which I slurped up. It was green and soupy, with a sinus-clearing plume of horseradish. I asked the creator about his concoction. “There’s no set recipe,” he said. “I used enchilada sauce, peppers, horseradish, pretty much just all the things I had in my

tastebuds on high alarm. While crunching more of the glassy adult candy could’ve made steam kettles of my mouth, nose and ears, the nibbles were not as righteous as a raw habanero itself. Which is probably for the best — a party that leaves revelers with pangs of crippling indigestion isn’t the kind you want to keep coming back to. Here it was pleasure over pain. Still, sampling dish after dish, the heat compounded. My cheeks moistened, my tongue and throat tingled, and the endorphins began to ﬂow. After the sampling session, everyone seemed extra perky. With a simple, buttery, tomato-based sauce, the shrimp gumbo, with its big slices of sausage, was the kind of comfort food I wanted to eat big bowls of. In corn chip bowls, the bite-sized Chipotle Bacon Jam, ornamented with a puff of jalapeño sour cream, boasted multitudes. Sweet, gooey, crisp, salty, savory and bite-sized, they would make high-class Super Bowl snacks.

cabinets. I couldn’t replicate it if I tried.” Others, though, were more precise. The Fireballs were labored over intently, twice baked, once before and once after the application of a sweet and sour glaze. While not hot enough to make you jam your aching tongue under the faucet, they offered a ﬁne tinkle, compliments of habanero and Fireball whisky. The same could be said for the 20 Year Chili, named for the fest’s anniversary. With cubes of London broil, pork and hamburger, no beans and only scant veggies, it was a meat party. The base was salty, with a tinge of tomato and creeping heat. Again, nothing too wild. Of all the dishes, the hottest was the Satan’s Sweets hard candy. Prepared by Wes’ grandson, it came in ﬁve levels: from Mild Maple to Strawbanero Orange. With an “Extremely HOT” warning label, the broken glass-like shards of Strabanero were composed of reduced habanero peppers. I had a coin-sized nibble, which set my

Chipotle peppers too were found in the Chipotle Pot De Creme, which transferred spice’s edgy essence into something silky and smooth, a pudding-like consistency. In a contest that was mostly played down the middle, the pot de creme was a tad subversive, taking liberties with form. There were two riffs on jerk chicken, and I was absolutely taken with the bone-in variety, called “Jamaica Me ‘Hot.’” The green, blended sauce was citrus-y, vibrant and rewardingly complex. The texture too was divine. I asked its creator, Marco, about the recipe, and he was happy to share. The marinade included lime juice, ginger, Worcestershire, allspice berries, soy sauce, nutmeg, thyme, brown sugar, habanero and a good deal more. The recipe, Marco said, is one he’s been pushing and pulling at for years. It was, however, the ﬁrst time he unveiled it at the Fiery Foods Festival, a competition in which he professes to be the most-decorated winner. And the care he put into these wings was apparent; he created the sauce days prior, to help it deepen. My ballot was as such: Marco’s “Jamaica Me ‘Hot’” wings first, the Chipotle Pot de Creme second, the Chipotle Bacon Jam chips in third. I wasn’t far off. The official winners were announced a few minutes later: The Bacon Jam chips took high honors, followed by Marco’s Jamaican wings; Wes’ “20 Year Chili” came in third. And while bragging rights will, I’m sure, be touted in the weeks and months to come, it became clear to me that the Fiery Foods Festival is much more about community, about coming together and sharing over food. “Where else are you going to eat this well for $5?” one attendee said. Where else, I wondered, would relative strangers enjoy a single meal and leave feeling like family?

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WHEELER — Pull up your boots, don your rain gear, and prepare to take out the trash — from the estuary that is. The biennial Nehalem Estuary Cleanup returns for its 10th year on Saturday, March 11. In 2015, over 150 volunteers dedicated their time, collecting 2.37 tons of trash and 915 pounds of recyclable and reusable material from the estuary, including metal, glass, plastic and paper. Interesting finds included a mattress, a port-a-potty door, 14 railroad spikes, 105 flip flops, 350 shotgun shells and one message in a bottle. Orientation begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Wheeler Masonic Hall at Handy Creek Bakery, located at 63 N. Highway 101, in downtown Wheeler. Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome. Opportunities range from collecting debris, sorting materials, helping with set-up and take-down, and helping with food service. Nehalem Bay State Park will have activities for children. Science educator Peter Walczak will also lead a youth

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Gwendolyn Endicott sorts through trash at Wheeler Waterfront park with CARTM during the ninth biennial cleanup.

crew, cleaning up debris along the state park jetty. Youth and family volunteers can join the 7:30 a.m. orientation in Wheeler or go directly to the boat ramp in Nehalem Bay State Park at 8:30 a.m., where there will be an orientation and educational activities. Bring drinking water and a snack or bag lunch. This is a rain or shine event. Wear waterproof boots, work gloves and layers as needed. You can register in advance online; visit eventbrint.com and search for 10th biennial Nehalem Estuary Cleanup. After the cleanup at 5 p.m., volunteers are invited to the White Clover Grange at 36585

Highway 53 in Nehalem for live music, a chili and cornbread feast, root beer floats, and socializing. Bring a dry change of clothes. In addition, the Nehalem Estuary Cleanup Photo Contest invites submissions. Cleanup attendees are invited to submit photos from the day of the event to photocontest@nehalemtrust.org by March 15. The winning photographer will receive a gift certificate to a local business and be featured in press about the event. For more information, visit www.nehalemtrust.org or contact Alix Lee at lnwc@ nehalemtel.net

Watch Pittock family history come to life Seaside library hosts historical presentation SEASIDE — The Friends of the Seaside Library will host a dramatic presentation of “Georgiana Pittock Her Last 10 Years” with historical actress Mary Hutchins. The event will take place in the Community Room at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 16. Hutchens (portraying Mrs. Pittock) and Mike Hutchens (portraying her chauffeur), will tell the account of Georgiana and Hen-

ry Pittock as they came west on the Oregon Trail, and their settlement in Portland. The Pittock family played a major role in the history of Portland and the growth of Oregon’s largest city. They will also tell the story of the Pittocks’ last 10 years between 1908-1918, with the building of the Pittock Mansion, the evolution of women’s voting rights in Oregon, World War I, and dealing with the effects of a stroke. The Pittock family visited Seaside on many occasions, and the presentation will

touch on their experiences on the Oregon Coast too. Historical actress Hutchens has been portraying Georgiana Pittock since 2007 and has told her story to school children, residents of elder living facilities, museums, libraries and philanthropic organizations. She will be in full period costume for the presentation. The Seaside Public Library is located at 1131 Broadway. For more information call 503-738-6742, or visit www.seasidelibrary. org

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Aquanastics class offered this spring HAMMOND — Clatsop Community College will once again offer aquanastics classes this spring. Aquanastics is a water fitness class that is energizing and strengthening, yet gentle on the joints. 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, plus play some water games. This class is for both women and men.

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Class is held on Tuesday and Thursday beginning April 4 through May 25 for a total of 12 classes. There are

two sections: from 9 to 9:50 a.m. or from 10 to 10:50 a.m. Only 12 students can attend each section. The cost is $29. The class is held at the KOA heated indoor pool at the KOA campground, located at 1100 Ridge Road in Hammond. It provides hot showers, restrooms and a hot

tub to 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 the main office also. The class is taught by Kathleen Hudson, experienced instructor, with certifications from the ARC Water Safety Instructor and Arthritis Aquatic Instructor Training program, a completed A Matter of Balance at CMH, and Aqua Aerobics training from Pismo Beach Athletic Club. Register now at www. clatsopcc.edu/schedule and search under Course Title or call 503-338-2402. Direct inquiries to: Mary Kemhus, 503-338-2408; mkemhus@clatsopcc.edu.

Tickets on sale for Pouring at the Coast Eighth annual Seaside craft beer festival is set for March 18

SEASIDE — It will be Pouring at the Coast in March: The Seaside Chamber of Commerce is bringing together more than 40 Northwest craft brewers at the Seaside Civic and Convention Center on March 18 for the eighth annual craft beer festival Pouring at the Coast. Tickets are on sale now through Seaside Chamber of Commerce. Tickets can be purchased online by visiting www.PouringattheCoast.com Admission is $20 for a souvenir tasting glass and ﬁve tasting tickets, which can be purchased online or at the door. In addition, a limited number of Pilsner souvenir glasses are available only online for $25 and includes seven tasting tickets. Additional tasting tickets are $1 each at the festival.

This is a 21 and over event. Call 503-738-6391 for more information. The festival will take place from 3 to 8 p.m. Pouring at the Coast has become a popular Seaside attraction for craft beer fans from all over Oregon and Washington. “This is truly a beer lover’s paradise,” said Chamber Director Brian Owen. “Our focus is simply to feature the best Oregon brews.” The festival includes live music and a People’s Choice award for best beer. In 2016 the People’s Choice award went to Wild Ride Brewing from Redmond, Oregon, for the brewery’s Nut Crusher Peanut Butter Porter. The chamber works with Jimmy Grifﬁn, owner of Seaside Brewing Co., to make the annual selection of featured craft beers for the festival. The Seaside Civic and Convention Center is located at 415 First Ave.

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Cannon Beach Library Ever wanted to hike from Portland to the coast? hosts author Ellen Urbani Author James Thayer can show you the way CANNON BEACH — The Cannon Beach Library will welcome author Ellen Urbani for its next Northwest Author Series event at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 11. Admission is free, and the public is welcome. Urbani will read from her novel “Landfall,” which is set in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, and sign books. In “Landfall,” Rosebud Howard almost survives. She charges through the Lower Ninth Ward, beating the wall of floodwater by a half-block. She clambers out of an attic, onto a roof, into a rowboat. But her grueling trek to Tuscaloosa, in search of help for her family, ends when she’s hit and killed by a car laden with supplies for Hurricane Katrina victims. Passenger Rose Aikens, orphaned by the crash, climbs away from the wreck after lacing the dead girl’s sneakers onto her own feet. When she discovers they share not only shoes but a name and a birth year, Rose embarks on a guilt-assuaging odyssey to retrace Rosebud’s last steps and locate her remaining kin. The stories and destinies of these two teenagers — one black, one white — converge in “Landfall,” giving voice to the dead and demonstrating how strangers, with perseverance and forgiveness, can unite to reconstruct each other’s shattered family histories. Though she now lives on a working farm near Portland, Urbani spent her formative years living in Alabama and Virginia. As a former mental health specialist for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and advisory board member at the Annenberg Center for Health Science Research, she focused on addressing the emotional

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ASTORIA — For its next Meet the Author event at 6 p.m. Friday, March 10, Astoria Public Library will present Portland author James Thayer, who will give a presentation based on his new book, “Hiking from Portland to the Coast: An Interpretive Guide to 30 Trails.” The event will take place at the Astoria Public Library, located at 450 10th St. Admission is free. Thayer promises an entertaining and educational romp though Oregon’s Coast Range as he shares stories of his seven-year efforts to survey a walking route from Portland to the coast. His book and presentation are as much about the region’s legends, yarns, family histories and folklore as they are about hiking trails. Thayer has paired each trail with a local story that helps hikers understand the nature of the places through which their travels take them. Hear about

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welter of peaks and valleys that make up Oregon’s Coast Range. A guidebook for both experienced and casual hikers, “Hiking from Portland to the Coast” explores the many trails and logging roads that crisscross the northern portion of the Coast Range. While showcasing convenient looped routes, the book also describes complete throughways connecting Portland to the coastal communities of

Seaside and Tillamook. While suitable for hikers, equestrians, and bikers, many of the 30 trails in the book had never before been surveyed for recreational use. All are meticulously surveyed and described in Thayer’s book, alongside detailed and annotated maps — as well as a “backstory” highlighting the rich histories of Native Americans, white settlers, loggers and railroad operators. Some trails are located on private timber holdings, accessible only by paid permit, while access to others is free. In most cases vehicular traffic is not permitted; neither is camping, littering, or making fires. From time to time, access may be restricted due to fire danger or commercial activity. Meet the Author is a free series readings and presentations by Oregon authors. For more information about library programs and services, contact library staff at 503325-7323 or comments@ astorialibrary, or visit www. astorialibrary.org

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repercussions of disease and disaster. This therapeutic perspective informs her characterization of the victims of Hurricane Katrina in “Landfall,” allowing for a nuanced fictional interpretation of historic events. Urbani is also author of the memoir “When I Was Elena,” a Book Sense Notable selection documenting her life in Guatemala during the final years of that country’s civil war. Her autobiographical essays and short stories have appeared in a variety of bestselling pop-culture anthologies as well as The New York Times.

how the Native Americans related to the Coast Range, how pioneers penetrated this convoluted wilderness, and about the exploits of loggers and their railroading partners. Thayer grew up in a hamlet on the Austrian-German border until returning to the U.S. at age 12. His father, Charles W. Thayer, was a U.S. diplomat known for his memoirs about the early years of the Foreign Service. Thayer graduated from Reed College in 1975, at which point he was smitten by Oregon’s vast beauty. He currently teaches international marketing at Portland State University and writes historical accounts and hiking guides about the many beautiful and isolated places hidden in the Oregon Coast Range. Thayer’s first book, “Portland’s Forest Hikes” (Timber Press, 2007) explores Forest Park and the wooded slopes leading almost to Scappoose. “Hiking from Portland to the Coast” (OSU Press, 2016) is the extension of that book, beginning above Scappoose and penetrating through the

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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.

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The ideal candidate is a natural leader, highly organized, pays close attention to detail, loves being an involved and supportive Manager and is comfortable making day-to-day decisions. Responsibilities •Overseeing Operations, Marketing, and Team Management •Coordinating digital Marketing content/campaigns •Track monthly Accounting,prepare Tax Reports, process Payroll. Required Qualifications • Bachelorʼs Degree or equivalent experience • 2-3 years management experience • Ability to lead, & develope staff • Familiarity with marketing • Excellent conflict resolution skills, verbal/written communication skills, & organizational skills • Knowledge of Microsoft Office • Experience in Hospitality and knowledge of Cannon Beach a plus!

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Starting pay: $11.00/hour Schedule: Mon-Fri, 10am-7pm To see job description and to apply, visit: http://www.mtctrains.com. Select Careers - Job Corps & Corrections, Search Openings, and the Tongue Point JCC location. All applications are processed online. For information call 503-338-4961 Management & Training Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran MTC Values Diversity! Tongue Point Job Corp Center is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace. Ocean Beauty Seafoodʼs is looking for a packer. •Must pass Criminal background check/drug test •Job references •Start @ $14 hr…upward mobility Apply in person Monday-Thursday 8:00-2:00 305 Industry St, Astoria 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.

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Rock ’n’ roller stops by The Birk BIRKENFELD — The small Birk roadhouse — located between Jewell and Mist in rural Columbia County — will host a big talent this weekend. Buck Johnson, the keyboardist and backing vocalist in Aerosmith’s tour band, will perform with his own The Buck Johnson Band at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 11. The Birk is located at 11139 Highway 202. Tickets are $20 and are available at tickettomato.com. For more information, call The Birk at 503-755-2722. As a member of Aerosmith’s tour band, Johnson has traveled the world and performed with some of the best in the business to huge crowds. Starting in May, he’ll embark with Steven Tyler on Aerosmith’s farewell tour across Europe. “You will see some surprises and extremely entertaining performances on this tour from Aerosmith, they don’t do anything halfway at all,” Johnson says. “I know the band is really looking forward to it and looking forward to seeing the fans around the world. “I can’t describe with only words what level of energy and creativity that this band and its members can capture and maintain after all these decades,” he continues. “Performing and touring with Aerosmith is beyond my comprehension to relate and convey — sometimes I almost pinch myself to make sure it is not a fantasy or a daydream. This has been one of my biggest achievements in my life and I shall never forget how The Bad Boys from Boston have treated me over the years. I’m very lucky indeed.” But before the big farewell tour, Johnson is doing a tour of his own. With the release of his debut album “Enjoying the Ride” this

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year from Spectra Music Group, Johnson is hitting the road across the West Coast, including the stop at The Birk. The album showcases songs that reflect his life’s journey with all its ups and downs. It also includes guest appearances from notable musicians like Kenny Aronoff on drums, Waddy Wachtel on guitar and Stuart Duncan on fiddle. “My new album ‘Enjoying the Ride’ from Spectra Music Group couldn’t be better titled— from the lyrics reflecting on my own life, the peaks and valleys of performing and living on the road, to my marriage with my incredibly supportive wife Kym and my mentor and co-writing pillar Charlie Midnight,” Johnson says. “At the end of the day, I’m just a mirrored reflection from some of the wonderful people in my life.” All the songs were written by the writing team of Johnson and producer/ songwriter Charlie Midnight(James Brown, Joe Cocker, The Doobie Brothers, Joni Mitchell, Jamie Johnson, Hillary Duff), with collaborations on

“Enjoying The Ride” and “Live For The Song” with hit Nashville songwriter James Hicks. Johnson hails from the back roads of Shady Grove, Alabama, just outside Birmingham, where he grew up singing Gospel throughout the South with his musical family. Since then he has performed in churches, bars, festivals and concert halls throughout the world. He has also toured and recorded with such notable artists as The Doobie Brothers, Tal Bachman, John Waite, Shawn Mullins, Matthew Sweet, Timothy B. Schmit of the Eagles and many more. As a songwriter, Johnson has been influenced by the music he grew up with. In 2005, he co-wrote the international hit single “Just Feel Better” for Carlos Santana featuring Steven Tyler from Aerosmith. He was a member and one of the primary songwriters in the country band Whiskey Falls, which had two Top 40 country singles released from their self-titled 2007 album. Johnson also has had numerous songs in TV shows and in major film releases.

33445 Sunset Beach Road Warrenton, OR 97146 Join us to learn about this new program at Providence Seaside Hospital and how you can get involved. We are excited to partner with Cherilyn Frei, Director of Mission Integration & Spiritual Care, and her husband, David Frei, who created the Angel on a Leash therapy dog program and its implementation to several clinical settings across the United States. The event is free. Please call 503-717-7171 for more information.

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Props: making the Learn how Oregonians unreal appear real can help orcas survive Film, TV props master to speak March 16 in Astoria ASTORIA — Clatsop County Historical Society’s Thursday Night Talks lecture series continues at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 16 with “Props-n-Hops,” a presentation by Propmaster Tim Oakley of the Portland-based Oakley Design Studios. Oakley designs and creates props for feature films, television shows and commercial shoots. His work has appeared in over 100 motion pictures, including “The Dark Knight Rises,” “Jurassic World,” “Indiana Jones 4” and all of the Star Trek franchises. He also works locally in Portland for the television series “The Librarians” and “Grimm.” The TNT lecture series is a free event at the Fort George Lovell Showroom on the third Thursday of each month. Doors open at 6 p.m., with lectures beginning at 7 p.m. Seasonal beers on tap, food and other beverages are available for purchase. Minors are welcome with an accompanying adult. For more information

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about this event or other Clatsop County Historical Society activities, call 503325-2203 or e-mail: cchs@ cumtux.org The Clatsop County Historical Society is a 501(C) (3) nonprofit educational organization dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of Clatsop County Oregon and the surrounding area. The society operates the Flavel House Museum, The Heritage Museum, the Oregon Film Museum and the Uppertown Firefighters Museum.

ASTORIA — With the deaths of iconic orca J28 and her calf in the fall of 2016, there are now just 80 southern resident orcas in the Pacific Northwest. Though orcas face many threats to their survival, their population is directly linked to that of their primary food source — Chinook salmon — and that’s where Oregon comes into play. Learn more about orcas and what Oregonians can do to help their survival from guest presenter Quinn Read at the next Nature Matters free community lecture, “Orcas Need Oregonians.” Read is the Northwest Representative for Defenders of Wildlife. The event will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 9 at the Fort George Lovell Showroom, located at 426 14th St. Nature Matters is presented by Lewis & Clark National Historical Park in partnership with the North Coast Watershed Association. Doors open at 6 p.m. Seating is limited, so arrive early. Food and beverages are available for purchase through the Taproom. All

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ages are welcome. Nature Matters is a lively conversation about the intersection of nature and culture held on the second Thursday of each month from October through May. Nature Matters is hosted by Lewis and Clark National Historical Park in partnership with the North Coast Watershed Association, the Lewis & Clark National Park Association, and the Fort George.

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KALA hosts best of 43rd NW Filmmakers’ Festival ASTORIA — The Northwest Film Center will present the Best of the 43rd Northwest Filmmakers’ Festival at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 10 at KALA, located at 1017 Marine Drive. The festival is a carefully selected cross-section of filmmaking from the Northwest. The works included in the program were chosen to represent the quality, range and vitality of filmmaking in the region. Nine films will be screened, ranging from 2 to 21 minutes in length and ranging in form from conceptual and documentary to animation and narrative. Two filmmakers will be present for a question-and-answer session following the screening. Woodruff Laputka of Portland will talk about making his 8-minute-long documentary “Canned Fit.” Then, Josh Lunden of Portland will talk about his 6-minute-long narrative “Modern Dark.” Established in 1971 as a sister organization to the Portland Art Museum, the Northwest Film Center is a place where individuals find and cultivate their personal voices as storytellers and image makers, and audiences explore the Northwest region and the world through the big screen. Doors open at 7 p.m. Admission is $8 at the door. Cocktails and light fare will be available. For more information, call 503-338-4878. The films are as follows: • “Modern Dark,” 6 minutes, by Josh Lunden of Portland. In this narrative film, a young man living in the inner city attempts to view the wide scope of the universe through his childhood telescope. • “Canned Fit,” 8 minutes, by Woodruff Laputka of Portland. In this

documentary, sound artist Christine Shorkhuber uses an array of non-traditional instruments to create minimalist melodies meant to bring us a little closer to our surroundings. • “(Censored),” 8 minutes, by Isaiah Corey of Seattle. In this narrative film, a man’s life is forever changed when his roommate introduces him to a product he never knew he needed. • “Antipodes Rising,” 3 minutes, by Georg Koszulinski of Seattle. Travelling through a tunnel on mountain road in Alaska becomes a portal for an alternate vision of the Northwest. • “Here Nor There,” 15 minutes, by Julia Hutchings of Vancouver, British Columbia. In this narrative film, nothing is what it seems as a private investigator arrives at a funeral to speak with the family of a body he supposedly found. • “Primal Flux,” 3 minutes, by Joan Gratz of Portland. In this animated short film, colors and shapes shift and morph as images emerge and disperse in a play on the nature of conscious and unconscious communication. • “Ranger,” 8 minutes, by Sandra Ignagni and Trevor Meier of Vancouver, British Columbia. This documentary provides a portrait of the Canadian vessel M.V. Northern Ranger, which has tranversed the narrow straits and unpredictable weather along the remote Labrador coastline for the last 30 years. • “Me is Being Great,” 21 minutes, by Marshall Granger of Missoula, Montana. Sometimes when relationships end among the confusions of growing up, one just might be able to reconnect to their own personal identity and be set free themselves.

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Pineapple Margarita To wean youngsters from screens — best to start early By RYAN HUME

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father and young son waiting in a car outside the grocery store. In the front seat, Dad tapped away on his smartphone. In the car seat, the tot swiped at an iPad. They were there when I went into the store, and they were there when I came back out — neither one talking to the other. It looked like a missed opportunity to this outsider. Dad could have turned their stuck-in-the-car moment into bonding time with his son — a chance to crack some goofy jokes, or discuss the cars in the parking lot, or surmise what people might be carrying home in their grocery sacks. A chance to employ language and encourage imagination. I’m not alone in thinking that people are spending too much time on their screens. Bellevue, Washington-based psychotherapist George T. Lynn and therapeutic tutor Cynthia C. Johnson have written a new book called “Breaking the Trance.” It’s a guide to help parents limit their kids’ recreational media use. One of the first things this book does is point out that the symptoms of screen dependence often look the same as those relating to a psychiatric condition or learning disability. In fact, it’s not uncommon for screen dependence to co-occur in a child who has been diagnosed with a disability

Breaking the Trance – George T. Lynn with Cynthia C. Johnson Central Recovery Press – 298 pp $16.95 or illness. If a child has one of these disorders, compulsive media usage can be especially problematic. The authors provide encouragement and advice for dealing with this issue. Lynn and Johnson are emphatic that while screen use today is pervasive, we shouldn’t feel that it is inevitable. They reject the “screen addiction” terminology used by some other experts. Instead, they point out that there is a range of dependence on recreational screen media. Some kids may seem to be inordinately tethered to their cellphones, but they also have other interests that don’t involve a screen interface. On the other end of spectrum are youngsters who retreat from social interaction and even

family engagement, choosing instead to hole up in their rooms and play video games day and night. No matter the degree, the authors assert that screen dependence can lead to regression not only in social and emotional capacity, but also in cognitive skills. And they remind us that gaming manufacturers actually hire experts to design compulsion loops in their products, triggering the brain’s neurotransmitters in ways that mess with ordinary executive function. “The brain can heal, but it needs time and cessation of the hyperadrenalized state for a period to recharge.” There’s plenty here to convince parents of the need to effect change, but how do they go about it? The authors recommend convening all family members to write a values statement and having youngsters maintain handwritten planners. This, frankly, sounds like a whole new strain of virtual reality. How would you get multiple generations with their diverse personalities, much less one screen-dependent teen, to cooperate? The authors’ better piece of advice: intervene when the kids are young. The Bookmonger is Barbara Lloyd McMichael, who writes this weekly column focusing on the books, authors and publishers of the Pacific Northwest. Contact her at bkmonger@nwlink.com

Inferno Lounge in downtown Astoria recently won the Coast Weekend Readers’ Choice Award for Best Bar, and I realized it had been awhile since I’d seen what they were pouring at Rich Ewing’s bar on Pier 11. On a recent Sunday afternoon the crow’s nest DJ booth overlooking the cozy wooden interior was dark, and the air was pleasantly filled with soul music. The Inferno’s front-row view of the Columbia River’s shipping lane offered plenty a hull to ponder as the bar pilots did their thing on the lapping water just outside. The only thing missing was a beverage, but I had to look toward a different bar for that. This Pineapple Margarita is emblematic of the Inferno’s appeal, featuring an infused

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