Coast Weekend November 30, 2017 by Our Coast

Every Thursday Nov. 30, 2017 • coastweekend.com

ALSO INSIDE

‘SCROOGED IN ASTORIA’

LITTLE BALLET THEATRE PRESENTS

‘THE NUTCRACKER’ DEC. 2 AND 3 | STORY ON PAGE 10

2 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

Dec.

SEASIDE — Celebrating 13 years in 2017, the next Seaside First Saturday Art Walk will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 2. Visitors meet artists, check out original art, sip wine and snag appetizers by favorite restaurants or personal chefs, view artist demonstrations and, oftentimes, enjoy live music performances. The free event is all about seeing and selling art in the galleries and boutiques located between Holladay Drive and Broadway Street in the historic Gilbert District of downtown Seaside. Complimentary parking for the historic Gilbert District is on the corner of Holladay Drive and Oceanway Street.

SunRose Gallery

606 Broadway St. We always close out the year with the ever-popular Patty Thurlby as our featured artist with her whimsical upcycled mixed-media creations. This year her theme is “Merry Mermaids,” featuring mermaid tree-toppers, statues, ornaments and a new line of earrings she calls “The Mermaid in Me.” She will also have music paper tabletop Christmas trees, wall decor and driftwood hanging lamps, all made with locally found ephemera. We also have new inspirational wall shrines by Leslie Gibbons, amazing wool sculpture wall art by Robin Montero, and new broken china art and jewelry by SunRose owner/artist Cathy Tippin.

Fairweather House and Gallery

612 Broadway St. Opening reception for “Seek,” an art exhibition. As the hectic holiday season approaches, we seek beauty in nature,

in its solitude and silence, as well as search for time with family and friends. “Seek” captures the appreciation for the arts. Seek, inquire, search for, pursue, long for, wish for, desire, look for, expect from. Featuring Duane Bolster, master harp builder and his harp petting zoo. For nearly 50 years, he worked in operating rooms and intensive care units. He witnessed the wonderful healing and soothing effects that harp music had on the children he cared for, and on their parents. He won The Hero award from CCA “For Creating a Magnificent Harp for the Music Program.” In addition, Oregon artist Renee Rowe, inspired by the beauty of nature, produces abstract art by following her heart. For the artist, celebrating art and life are inseparable. Cherished holiday music by Shirley 88. Frosted sugar cookies, warm gingerbread, sparkling sippers and gifts for every art patron. And at 6 p.m., Seaside/Gearhart naturalist, biologist and wildlife

Ringing in Christmas with great gift ideas at $100 or less! Paintings, jewelry, woodblocks, ceramics and more!

Join us for Crab Pot Xmas on 177 Howerton Way in Ilwaco Dec. 2nd for a Hot Cranberry Cider! Open Saturday 11-4

PHOTOS COURTESY DENISE FAIRWEATHER

“After the Storm” by Renee Rowe at Fairweather House and Gallery

A colorful bird at Blue Bond Gallery

photographer Neal Maine will speak about the local habitat.

A piece by Emily Lux at Beach Books

Art-in-the-Loft Gallery at Beach Books

616 Broadway St. A group show, “Holiday Dream Works,” by artists who have exhibited in our gallery over the past year. Each artist will be offering up small, affordable art pieces that will make perfect holiday gifts. So, if you are on the lookout for a creative piece of art for that special someone at reasonable prices, be sure to check out the Art-in-the-Loft Gallery during December and January. There will be a variety of small, creative wonders to view and purchase, as well as lots of art prints and greeting cards to buy and take home. It is our way of saying “Happy (affordable) Holidays.” In addition, Dough Dough Bakery and Beach Books will have a pre-Art Walk event 3 to 5 p.m. Cheryl Wakerhauser, owner of Pix Patisserie

A mermaid at SunRose Gallery

in Portland and author of “Modern French Pastry,” will do a demonstration and book signing.

Blue Bond Studio and Gallery 417 S. Holladay Drive Amazing paintings by artist Blue Bond done in oil on canvas. Animals, people, still life and wonderful scenery pictures will delight Art Walk guests. Blue Bond is a local artist in Seaside. He paints and teaches in oil and acrylic to novices and experienced painters alike.

Moxie Shine 609 Broadway St.

Moxie is a unique and conscientious business filled with the eclectic, exclusive jewelry and art, and where everything is handmade. Illustrious and innovative, Moxie is an altruistic institution of significant change in the world of business. An established member of the Fair Trade Federation, Moxie demonstrates a genial and equitable approach to conducting business. We support more than 100 nonprofits and men and women’s artisan cooperatives. We have delightful and hip clothing, jewelry, gifts and home goods. Find additional original art during the day at Hold Fast Gallery

Duane Bolster’s harp petting zoo at Fairweather House and Gallery

(611 Broadway St.); Seaside Antique Mall (726 Broadway St.); Seaside Coffee House (3 N. Holladay Drive) and Dough Dough Bakery (8 North Holladay Drive).

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 3

Ales & Ideas heads underwater at Fort George Brewery ASTORIA — The Ales and beverages available, but Ideas lectures welcomes no purchase is required. Jack Barth, executive Minors are welcome. The director of the Oregon Fort George Lovell Showroom is located at Duane State University’s Marine and 14th streets. Studies Initiative, Just as the to Fort George ocean has inspired Brewery on Thursday, Dec. 7. creativity for The event, millennia, Oregon co-sponsored by State University’s Clatsop Community Marine Studies College, is titled Initiative aims to “Marine Studies: harness people’s Jack Barth Creating New fascination with Opportunities for Students the sea to motivate the and Coastal Communinext generation of stuties.” dents and citizens. Doors open with food Through collaborative, and beverage service at 6 transdisciplinary programs p.m. Seasonal beers will in Corvallis and along be on tap, food and other the coast, this initiative

coast

weekend INSIDE THIS ISSUE

arts & entertainment

4 8 10

THE ARTS

‘Scrooged in Astoria’

Astor Street’s musical comedy opens Dec. 1

REVIEW

‘Carmen’ condensed

Small audience, big success at Liberty

FEATURE

‘The Nutcracker’ returns

LAMPING PHOTOGRAPHY

DINING

Mouth of the Columbia

Long Beach Tavern’s food, setting are well-worn

FURTHER ENJOYMENT MUSIC CALENDAR......................5 SEE + DO ............................ 12, 13 CROSSWORD ............................ 17 CW MARKETPLACE ......... 18, 19

COAST WEEKEND EDITORS ERICK BENGEL LAURA SELLERS CALENDAR COORDINATOR REBECCA HERREN CONTRIBUTORS HEATHER DOUGLAS PATTY HARDIN RYAN HUME KATE LACAZE JO POMEROY-CROCKETT PATRICK WEBB To advertise in Coast Weekend, call 503-325-3211 or contact your local sales representative. © 2017 COAST WEEKEND

New items for publication consideration must be submitted by 10 a.m. Tuesday, one week and two days before publication.

Little Ballet Theatre stages holiday classic Dec. 2-3

works to provide innovative approaches to solving

Find it all online!

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

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.

ocean-related societal challenges.

Come learn about emerging approaches for fostering coastal community resilience and bolstering local economies by understanding and preparing for changes due to natural hazards, climate change and shifting demographics. In addition to leading the OSU initiative, Barth is also a professor of oceanography in the university’s College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences. He received a Ph.D. in oceanography in 1987 from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Program in Oceanog-

raphy. His research seeks to understand the complex spatial structure and time variation of coastal ocean circulation and water properties, and how these influence coastal marine ecosystems. Barth has led a number of research, technology development and ocean-observing projects off Oregon and around the world. He serves on the Oregon Ocean Policy Advisory Council’s Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee, contributing to the design, implementation and evaluation of marine reserves along the Oregon Coast.

4 // COASTWEEKEND.COM Visual arts, literature, theater, music & more

‘Scrooged in Astoria’ delivers holiday hilarity Astor Street Opry Company’s musical comedy opens Dec. 1 By KATHERINE LACAZE FOR COAST WEEKEND

hose who attend the Astor Street Opry Company’s latest production of “Scrooged in Astoria” — opening 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 — will experience the conventional themes and emotions associated with any Christmas show: tidings of goodwill, a sense of peace and joy, and the giddy merriment of the holiday season. What is unconventional — and what has delighted audiences for years — is how the community theater company gets you there using a melodramatic, hysterical and loose retelling of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” stylized as a 1960s TV show and replete with musical commercials and more than 20 wacky characters. The script, written by local playwright Judith Niland and featuring original music by Philip Morill, allows the cast and crew some leeway each year the production is staged. Astor Street regular Bill Carr is the second director besides Niland to take a crack at it, and the material makes the task an enjoyable one. “This is a fun show to produce,” said Carr, who is directing “Scrooged” for the second time but has also performed in it and served as stage manager in the past. “It’s a great show, it’s a well-written show, and it’s a lot of fun to be in. We can fill up this theater with music and happiness and joy, and it gets people out here singing.” He doesn’t feel confined by the repeat-nature of the production, but rather appreciates using creativity to mold and build off the show from within. “There is some room for latitude in this,” he explained. “You can convey a lot of different things with just a look, or where you stage some stuff. It’s always growing; there’s always something you can add to it.”

Behind the scenes

One flexible feature of the show is that the Scrooge-esque character can be portrayed as a man or woman without otherwise altering the story. This year, the character will be Maxine Crooke, played by Jaime Baird. Carr has also exercised creativity in staging certain characters or adding new props.

COLIN MURPHEY PHOTOS

Actors pose for a photo before a rehearsal of “Scrooged in Astoria” at the Astor Street Opry Company.

LEFT and RIGHT: Performers in the Astor Street Opry Company’s production of “Scrooged in Astoria” rehearse a scene.

Patricia Von Vintage is assisting Carr in directing this year’s production, as well as playing the role of Sneake — after all, Carr said, “we’re community theater, so we do a little bit of everything.” Being part of the production crew, she has a new understanding and appreciation for the amount of work and coordination required to pull off a prop- and scene changeheavy production with a large cast. “You definitely realize if nobody works together as a team, it won’t come off as a team,” Von Vintage said. “I’m definitely seeing the importance of, as a whole, everybody working together, whether they’re in the scene or not.” Backstage, the crew and cast — with

members ranging from kindergarteners to seniors — “have to be like synchronized swimmers” as they move props, set scenes and keep the show moving forward to fulfill the director’s vision, she said. As for Carr, he feels more relaxed this year helming the ship and was pleased with the cast’s progress nearly two weeks ahead of the show’s opening. “The play is going to be great, and the community itself and our patrons, they’re going to love it, too, because they’re so enthused about what we’re doing up in here,” he said.

Community connections

ChrisLynn Taylor is providing musical

direction, as well as playing Miss Yule Macie, the Ghost of Christmas Presents. She also is the mastermind behind the production’s beloved singing commercials, many of which promote the local businesses and organizations sponsoring the show at a certain monetary level. The commercials are used between set changes and incorporated directly into the scenes. That technique works well since the show is stylized as a ’60s holiday special, where the TV actors “would break character, turn around and sell a bottle of soap, then go back into character and save someone’s life on the operating table,” said Markus Brown, executive director of the Astor Street Opry Company. He believes the commercials Taylor writes and choreographs are a key part of the play’s appeal. They foster a sense of familiarity between the audience and the characters, places and events in “Scrooged,” which, as the title implies, is set in Astoria. “It’s a pretty unique, intrinsic quality to the show that we connect the community heavily with the performance itself,” Brown said. “Those people around the area that come and see the show, they’re very familiar with the Butcher Block or Clatsop Power or any number of the sponsors that are represented.” Because the commercials are sponsorship derivatives, Taylor periodically adds new ones — 12 this year. Self-described as “the Weird Al of the Astor Street Opry Company,” Taylor said she is thrilled to see her work performed by a variety of actors year after year. “I can’t believe what I’m doing is onstage, being applauded,” she said. “Whether I’m singing a commercial, or leading a commercial or I’m onstage to do Yule Macie, this show is so much fun to do. It’s a favorite, because you get to make people happy.” “Scrooged in Astoria” runs through Saturday, Dec. 23. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7 p.m. Two matinees, on Sunday, Dec. 10, and Sunday, Dec. 17, begin at 2 p.m. The house opens 30 minutes before each performance, and the Miss Vivian saloon and Miss Virginia soda fountain will be open for refreshments. For more information, call 503-325-6104 or visit astorstreetoprycompany.com. CW

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 5

IN THE COLUMBIA-PACIFIC REGION Thursday, Nov. 30

Ted Brainard plays blues, swing and original music on guitar.

Sugar Thistles 5 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Sugar Thistles plays Americana and original tunes.

George Coleman 6 p.m., Shelburne Inn Restaurant, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360642-4150, no cover. George Coleman offers a repertoire mix of old familiar favorites and classical selections on his 12-string guitar.

Maggie & the Katz 6 p.m., Public Coast Brewing Co., 264 Third St., Cannon Beach, 503-4360285, no cover. Maggie & the Katz play indie blues and alternative soul.

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.

Basin Street NW 6:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Dave Drury on guitar, Todd Pederson on bass and friends perform mainstream jazz classics.

Beth Wood 7 p.m., private home, Arch Cape, 503-717-2997 or 503-436-1718, $20. Modern-day troubadour Beth Wood will play Americana and country music at the next Cape House concert series; location given at time of ticket purchase.

Senior Center Jam 6:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-468-0390, no cover. 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. Sugar Strings 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. The Super Saturated Sugar Strings play alternative folk, rock, gypsy soul and funky foot-stomping dance music.

Friday, Dec. 1 Maggie & the Katz 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, no cover, 21+. Maggie & the Katz play New Orleans gumbo blues, soul and rhythm-n-blues. Thistle & Rose 6 p.m., Seasons Café, 255 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1159. Thistle and Rose play folk, Americana and bluegrass music from the 70s and 80s, and original tunes.

MORE MUSIC coastweekend.com/ cw/music

COURTESY BRIAN BOVENIZER

Friday, Dec. 1 Three For Silver 7 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, no cover. Three For Silver plays top 40, gritty aesthetic and world folk music.

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. Bruce Smith 7 p.m., North Beach Tavern, 102 Pioneer Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2302, no cover. Bruce Smith and his band perform original Texas roadhouse rock music. Holiday Concert 7 p.m., Warrenton Christian Church, 1376 Anchor Ave., Warrenton, 503-

436-0378, $10. Cannon Beach Chorus’ Home for the Holidays concert features “The Christmas Oratorio” and other holiday favorites. RJ Marx Quartet 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-468-0206, no cover, 21+. Saxophonist RJ Marx leads the quartet in a repertoire of jazz music with John Orr (guitar), Joe Church (bass) and Dave Gager (drums). Beth Wood 7:30 p.m., NCRD Performing Arts Center, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, 503368-7008, $8 to $12. Singer song-

writer Beth Wood plays modern-day Americana and country music. Cantus 7:30 p.m., Columbia Theatre, 1231 Vandercook Way, Longview, Wash., 360-575-8499, $15 to $42. Cantus’ Three Tales of Christmas is a concert of favorite stories through familiar carols and holiday classics.

Saturday, Dec. 2 Ted Brainard 1 p.m., Coffee Girl Cafe, 100 39th St., Astoria, 503-325-6900, no cover.

Holiday Concert 7 p.m., Cannon Beach Community Church, 132 Washington, Cannon Beach, 503-436-0378, $10. Cannon Beach Chorus’ Home for the Holidays concert features “The Christmas Oratorio” and other holiday favorites. Tivel & Martin 7 p.m., Peninsula Arts Center, 504 Pacific Ave., Long Beach, Wash., 360-901-0962, $15. Northwest songwriters Anna Tivel and Jeffrey Martin provide an evening of folk and Americana music. Tingstad & Rumbel 7:30 p.m., Birkenfeld Theatre, 75 Nehalem, Clatskanie, 503-728-3403, $10 to $15. Eric Tingstad and Nancy Rumbel perform an illuminating concert of song featuring perennial favorites throughout the ages. Two Crows Joy 8 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-468-0206, no cover, 21+. Two Crows Joy plays rock, country, pop, Celtic and indie Americana.

Continued on Page 17

music first

6 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

Cannon Beach Chorus goes ‘Home for the Holidays’ The Cannon Beach Chorus will present its winter concert, “Home for the Holidays,” at three separate locations the first weekend in December. The performances will take place 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, in the Warrenton Christian Church; 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, in the Cannon Beach Community Church; and 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3, in the Nehalem United Methodist Church. Led by conductor John Buehler, the concert program will include “The Christmas Oratorio” by Camille SaintSaëns, a nine-movement oratorio that proclaims the Christmas story by featuring the Chorus, soloists and ensembles. The soloist and ensemble movements will feature singers within the Chorus, and

ERICK BENGEL PHOTO

Susan Buehler, a pianist with the Cannon Beach Chorus, tickles the ivories of her baby grand in her home studio. COLIN MURPHEY PHOTO

The Cannon Beach Chorus rehearses for performances that will celebrate the group’s 30th anniversary.

Chorus pianist Susan Buehler will accompany the entire program. Other works will include “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” “Winter Wonderland,”

“Ave Maria” by Gounod based on Prelude I from “The Well-Tempered Clavichord” by J.S. Bach, Franz Biebl’s “Ave Maria” made known by the male choral ensemble

Chanticleer, “Jingle Bells,” “The Christmas Song,” “Beams of Gentle Light” (a song for Hanukkah), “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” and “Peace, Peace.”

Celebrating 30 years The Chorus was founded in 1988 and will soon

Rising songwriters perform on the Long Beach Peninsula LONG BEACH, WASH. — The next Peninsula Arts Center show, featuring songwriters Anna Tivel and Jeffrey Martin, will take place 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. A nationally touring artist with a deep love of quiet stories, Tivel is beginning to carve out a place for herself in the songwriting world. She was recently chosen as winner of both the Telluride Troubadour Contest and the Kerrville New Folk Contest, placed second at the Rocky Mountain songwriting contest, and has shared the stage with heroes and friends alike. Tivel was raised in the forest and farmland of rural northern Washington and currently calls Portland home. Her songs reflect both the stark colors of small-town life, and the hard, sharp lines of the city. Folk Radio UK called her newest album, “Heroes Waking Up,” a “superb and sublime album from a voice

COURTESY PENINSULA ARTS CENTER

Anna Tivel, left, and Jeffrey Martin

that deserves to be shouted from the highest rooftops.” Martin was raised with an ear cocked and listening to Neil Young, John Prine, Jackson Browne, Bob Dylan and Harry Chapin. He was fortunate to live in Eugene for much of his adolescence, where in the late 1990s and early 2000s there was a strong, steady flow of folk songwriters touring through. Leo Kotke, John

Gorka and David Wilcox were huge inspirations. In 2011, Martin caught a lucky break: a chance encounter with a prominent local promoter at a rowdy dive bar. He was invited to open for Tracy Grammer and then David Wilcox, which led to a few small tours and, eventually, a finalist slot in a national songwriting competition in New York City and a successful national tour.

The Peninsula Arts Center is located at 504 Pacific Ave. N., Long Beach, Washington. Admission is $15 at the door or online through Brown Paper Tickets, or call Bill Svendsen at 360-901-0962. Wine, beer and other refreshments are available for purchase. Concerts benefit the Long Beach Peninsula Acoustic Music Association, a nonprofit charitable organization.

celebrate its 30th anniversary, which will highlight a commissioned choral work from composer Daniel Gawthrop to commemorate the occasion. The 60-voice non-audition Chorus is an advocate for choral music education and supports the area-wide public school choral programs, and also awards a vocal scholarship each spring to graduating high school seniors wishing to continue singing at the collegiate level. For more information regarding the scholarship program and application/ audition/interview process, visit the Chorus website cannonbeachchorus.org. The membership of the Chorus represents every community on the North Coast from Astoria to Oceanside. “I love the camaraderie

of our Chorus where singers of various religious backgrounds and from many coastal communities are united by their love of singing,” Chorus president Terrill Michelsen, of Wheeler, said. “I am carried away by the harmonies and the text of ‘The Christmas Oratorio.’ And there won’t be a dry eye in the house with our final concert selection of ‘Peace, Peace’ as the audience sings ‘Silent Night.’” The admission fee to each concert is $10 for adults. Students 16 and under are admitted free if accompanied by an adult. Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling 503436-0378 or at the door. For more information about the Chorus, ticket prices, leadership and more, visit cannonbeachchorus.org.

Any artists in need of a studio? ASTORIA — Astoria Visual Arts is seeking applications from local artists interested in working in a rent-free studio Jan. 1 through April 30, 2018. The deadline for applications is midnight, Sunday, Dec. 10. The notification of selection is Sunday, Dec. 17. The successful candidate will be provided with a studio space located on the Columbia River in the Astoria Downtown Historic District free of charge for a four-month residency beginning Monday, Jan. 1. The AVA a-i-r Program is designed to encourage the creative, intellectual and professional growth of local artists. Residency finalists are chosen on the basis of merit by an independent

selection panel of working artists and arts patrons. Past applicants are encouraged to reapply with an updated portfolio and statement reflecting updates and changes. For more information about AVA a-i-r, visit astoriavisualarts.org/ava-a-i-r. html. AVA a-i-r is supported by membership dues and contributions from supporters of Astoria Visual Arts and by the generosity of Astoria Coffee House & Bistro and Merry Time Bar and Grill. Astoria Visual Arts was founded in 1989 as a nonprofit membership organization to enhance, strengthen and promote the arts in the Greater Astoria Area.

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 7

What makes life meaningful? Discuss at Astoria Library! DANNY MILLER PHOTO

A car drives along Oregon Highway 202 South of Astoria during a King Tide in 2016. Some of this section of the highway can be covered in water during King Tides.

Capture the king tides’ land Dec. 3 CANNON BEACH — Join the Haystack Rock Awareness Program — in partnership with Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition, the Oregon Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation and the Department of Land Conservation and Development — as they take part in the Oregon King Tide Photo Project by shooting photographs of areas that will be impacted by this season’s king tides. Participants will meet at the Bald Eagle Coffee House (1064 S. Hemlock St.) 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 3. Bring a camera, grab a coffee and be prepared to take some great pictures! The King Tide Photo Initiative is an international grassroots effort to document areas flooded by the most extreme winter high tides. We will observe and photograph Cannon Beach when the water level is at the peak of the tide. The images will be compared with those taken at the same location during a “typical” high tide. Archiving these high-water events allows us to visual-

IF YOU GO Where: Bald Eagle Coffee House, 1064 S. Hemlock St. When: 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 3 Contact: Melissa Keyser, HRAP coordinator Phone: 503-4368060 Email: hrap@ci.cannon-beach.or.us ize how sea level rise will affect our communities in the future. Everyone is invited to attend and learn more about the annual project. If you are not in Cannon Beach but would still like to participate, visit oregonkingtides.net and check out the King Tide Table Map to find the time of peak tide where you are. For questions or comments, contact Melissa Keyser, the HRAP coordinator, at 503-436-8060 or email hrap@ci.cannon-beach.or.us.

ASTORIA — The question of what makes life meaningful has occupied human thinking for thousands of years. Religious leaders, philosophers and scientists have offered an array of answers as profound, enigmatic and rich as the question itself. Are we sparks of divine creation, or simply meaning-making creatures, or genes replicating themselves for no other purpose than adapting to our natural environment? This is the focus of “What Makes Life Meaningful?,” a free conversation with Prakash Chenjeri and Fred Grewe 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, at the Astoria Library (450 10th St.). This program is sponsored by Oregon Humanities. Chenjeri is a professor of philosophy, chair of the Philosophy Program, and co-director of the Democracy Project at Southern Oregon University. His primary research interests are political philosophy, scientific literacy and democracy, topics in philosophy of science and issues in science and religion. Grewe is a board-certified chaplain of the Association

COURTESY ASTORIA LIBRARY

Fred Grewe, author of “What the Dying Have Taught Me about Living: The Awful Amazing Grace of God”

of Professional Chaplains with a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley. He is an ordained United Church of Christ minister working for Providence Hospice in Medford. His book, “What the Dying Have Taught Me about Living: The Awful Amazing Grace of God,” was recently published by Pilgrim Press. Through the Conversation Project, Oregon Humanities offers free programs

COURTESY ASTORIA LIBRARY

Prakash Chenjeri, chair of the philosophy program at Southern Oregon University

that engage community members in thoughtful, challenging conversations about ideas critical to our daily lives and our state’s future. For more information about this free event, contact Ami Kreider at 503-3257323 or akreider@astoria. or.us. Oregon Humanities connects Oregonians to

ideas that change lives and transform communities. More information about Oregon Humanities’ programs and publications can be found at oregonhumanities.org. Oregon Humanities is an independent, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities and a partner of the Oregon Cultural Trust.

Eyes on the birdie

COURTESY DANE OSIS

A Barrow’s goldeneye

FORT STEVENS — Fort Stevens State Park is offering two opportunities in early December to go birding with a state park ranger. The first event, a Fort to Sea Trail bird hike, will run 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. Participants will meet at Sunset Beach State Park. The second, a Fort Stevens monthly bird survey, will be held 9 to 11 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 9. Meet at Battery Russell. No birding experience is required, and experts are welcome to share their knowledge. Binoculars are recommended; organizers will have a few extra on hand. For more information, contact Dane Osis 503-8613170 extension 41 or dane. osis@oregon.gov.

8 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

REVIEW

Small audience, big success for ‘Carmen’ at Liberty Supporting actress exemplifies powerful wholesomeness By PATRICK WEBB FOR COAST WEEKEND

n fifth grade, I fell in love. It was no ordinary love. It was with the image of a woman I could never hope to mate. I fell for Carmen. Like Don José, the doomed soldier in Bizet’s opera, I came under the spell of that fickle vixen, that firebrand, that wondrous, free spirit. Oh, how I loved her, the image of her, that gorgeous French sound of her arias. Carmen is the most passionate fictional female character in Western performance art. She is spellbinding. And so it was with me. Her spell, which has entranced me since a 1967 field trip to London, finally broke at Astoria’s Liberty Theatre Friday night. For, unlike of the Atlantic for 50 years the love-blind corporal, I found the image of maidenly and can attest that she was the most believable Micaeinnocence infinitely more la I have ever seen. And I appealing. Tacoma Opera brought have heard plenty; on vinyl, a shortened only Joan version of the Sutherland in classic Spanthe well-reish tragedy ‘THE STAR OF garded 1963 to the Liberty recording THE SHOW stage with a comes close WASN’T raw intensity. eclipsing CARMEN BUT to And the star her leading THE GIRLof the show lady, Regina wasn’t CarResnik. NEXT-DOOR men (though Corbin CHARACTER OF Stephanie portrayed a MICAELA.’ Zuluaga was paragon of good), but the wholesomeness, both at girl-next-door her entrance when she ofcharacter of Micaela. Jordan Corbin delivered fered her chaste kiss to Don such sweetness and power to José, and later, frightened, on the role. I have savored this her knees praying ardently masterpiece on both sides for divine protection, in her

COURTESY LIBERTY THEATRE

strongest aria. My only disappointment was that there were only 125 paying guests to witness it. Had Timothy Janecke as Don José paused, really listened, and realized that true, deep, lasting affection was staring him in the face, he would have carried Micaela back home to his ailing mom and we could have avoided any bloodshed. (Carmen is stabbed to death onstage by her spurned lover in the closing scene, one of many controversies that made Bizet’s 1875 work scandalous and rule-breaking.) With the troupe’s general director, Noel Koran, serving as a fluent narrator, the company offered Spanish songs by blind Spanish composer Joaquin Rodrigo in a first act,

PATRICK WEBB PHOTO

Jordan Corbin

during which Zuluaga and Corbin warmed their voices. Rodrigo is best known for his Aranjuez guitar concerto, and the language barrier may have made the vocal selections less accessible to some. The Bizet work featured a somewhat languid-paced but precise piano accompaniment from Denes Van Parys, linking scenes. Having played the “Overture” and “Toreador Song” with my English school orchestra, it was a

minor disappointment to hear no crashing cymbals. But the manner in which Van Parys segued from scene to scene, incorporating those easy-to-hum tunes with dark foreshadowing, demonstrated considerable skill. Just four actors plus Koran united in a simply choreographed format that cut hours from the libretto without losing the essence; only the magic of the three gypsy girls’ fortune-telling

(my favorite scene) was missing. The one acting disappointment was Misha Myznikov as the toreador, though he conducted the stylized fight scene with aplomb. His voice offered deep sonority, but there was little presence in his Escamillo that would turn a women’s head. Zuluaga was the most physical Carmen I have ever seen, practically ravishing Don José before our eyes before casting him off. She demonstrated the confidence, charm and effervescence that all Carmens need, occasionally losing clarity in her diction in the clinch, but was poised and commanding throughout. Afterward, the group graciously met audience members who lingered for snapshots. A radiant Corbin deflected most praise toward her director. In turn, Koran clearly delighted in having such a mature performer in his cast. “She is just marvelous — expressive and effusive,” he said. The good news is that the group is staging a full-cast production of “Carmen” early next year. Shows at the Pantages Theater in Tacoma are planned Feb. 3, 9 and 11. Corbin and Zuluaga will portray gypsy girls Frasquita and Mercedes. Caitlin McKechney will fly in from afar to play the title character, which she has sung in Memphis and New York, and Kimberly Giodano, a Seattle-area regular, will portray Micaela. For details, log on to tacomaopera.com. Meanwhile, the Liberty Theatre continues its Classical Series with small-group concerts Jan. 4, Feb. 4, Feb. 17, March 16, April 26 and May 25. For details and tickets, visit libertyastoria.org. CW

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 9

Holidays sparkle along Ocean Park’s Arts and Antiques Walk OCEAN PARK, WASH. — The artists and shopkeeps of the Ocean Park Art and Antiques Walk invite you to spend a little holiday time at the beach. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, the best offerings of local fine art, antiques and collectibles, artistic materials and delicious temptations will be on hand at six sites along Bay Avenue. Holidays can be stressful. Come relax and enjoy the hospitality offered by the friendliest art community and most eclectic group of antique and collectibles dealers on Washington’s southwest coast.

Andrea Weir Studios

Multimedia artist Andrea Weir has trays of fused glass pendants.

process, continuing during the walk. Open most weekends. Look for the bright yellow “OPEN” sign.

PHOTOS COURTESY BONNIE LOU COZBY

Christl Mack holds up one of Eric Wiegardt’s new paintings from the Tidepoint Series before getting to the work of framing.

Wiegardt Studio Gallery

2217 Bay Ave. When you enter Andrea and Sven Weir’s studio, it feels as if you have entered a box of colorful glass ornaments. Andrea is an award-winning artist, known for work that brings cheer to the buyer’s life. She has recently launched a series of fine art prints and has continued adding to her treasure trove of fused glass pendants, beaded jewelry, stained glass panels and paintings. Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, they also accept appointments. Call 360-665-6821.

Adelaides Tapestry Rose Yarn Shop

1401 Bay Ave. A very popular coffee and ice cream stop and beloved yarn shop, Adelaides is a local favorite. Cheri Diehl of the Peninsula Fiberistas will be on hand to represent the spinners and weavers during the first part of the day. Spinning wheels have a special kind of magic, and a demo is planned for 10 a.m. to noon. Chef and shop owner, Colleen Smith introduces a jolly holiday beverage, “Red Velvet Drinking Chocolate,” as well as “Red Velvet Truffles” … perfect for holiday gifting. Selected yarns will be on sale at 25 percent off. Open 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

Bay Ave Gallery

1406 Bay Ave. One of the largest galleries on the

Racks with the most sumptuous colors and textures of yarn fill Adelaides Coffee and Tapestry Rose Yarn shop, located in the historic Taylor Hotel.

Ready and anticipating holiday fun, Cameo is dressed to welcome visitors to Forgotten Treasures Antiques and Collectibles Mall.

peninsula, representing a multitude of diverse artists and a working studio, too! Sue Raymond is the owner and clay artist behind it all. The open studio is always busy … classes for adults and children, potters working on projects and members of the Peninsula Clay Artists going in and out. The clay group will be “in” for the walk. They have been working on tree ornaments for the many trees on display in the gallery. A favorite tree from last year, the “Tree of Trees,” is making a return appearance. The gallery hosts a wide range of work from jewelry to found art objects. OPAAW member Bette

Lu Krause has many of her paintings, prints and cards there, too. A hot chocolate and cookies tent is hosted by the gallery and Rosa’s Treasure Chest. Closed Monday and Wednesday, Bay Avenue Gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Forgotten Treasures Antiques and Collectibles

1904 Bay Ave. More than 30 dealers fill the booths of this two-building mall with unique and diverse wares representing the worlds of antiques, collectibles, art,

Bay Avenue Gallery is bringing back a favorite from last year: the Tree of Trees. Filled with handcrafted tree ornaments, it is one of several trees set up for the holidays.

home décor and craft. Vince and Alissa Stevens keep track of everything with considerable help from mascots Molly and Cameo, two large and adorable Great Danes. Long Beach Coffee Roasters will showcase their selection of locally roasted coffee. Gift baskets, designed with the coffee lover in mind, will be also be available. The Stevens stock the chalk paint line, Dixie Belle, and a section of the mall is set aside for classes and demos of this colorful and practical product. OPAAW member Bonnie Lou Cozby, of Beach Home Old and New, will be in her booth during the Walk. Dragon and Fae Folk mason

jars, dragon dew drops, vintage ornaments and more decorate the trees in her space. Forgotten Treasures is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Big plans are in the works for 2018.

Rosa’s Treasure Chest

1410 Bay Ave. “Things you want, nothing you need” is how Rosa Accuardi laughingly describes her shop. Literally filled from top to bottom, you never know what might pop up. First-edition books, retro appliances, beachy kitsch or fine china — it’s all in this tiny bit of a shop. A storewide clearance sale is in

2607 Bay Ave. Since 1985, the large and picturesque Victorian house at the corner of Bay Avenue and Z Street has been home to artist Eric Wiegardt’s gallery and studio. Wiegardt’s newest book, “Painting Without a Net,” will be offered at 10 percent off during December and several originals and giclee prints have special, monthly prices, too, just in time for gift giving. Also on view, several paintings of Venice (from this year’s Italy painting workshop) and new work from the Tidepoint Series featuring the incorporation of gold pigment into the lush tones Wiegardt is known for. Come meet the award-winning artist, check out upcoming class options and immerse yourself in a world of color and texture. Open 11 to 4 p.m. Thursday to Saturday. All shops and galleries are open through the holidays and into the New Year. Please visit our Facebook page, Ocean Park Art & Antiques, and ‘like’ it, too, to be in the know of future happenings. Links to all participating galleries and shops are there. For more information about this charming beach town and peninsula-wide events, visit Ocean Park Area Chamber of Commerce at opwa.com. Happy holidays and all the best in the New Year from the artists and shop-keeps of Ocean Park!

10 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

‘THE NUTCRACKER’ RETURNS

LAMPING PHOTOGRAPHY

LEFT: Anita Barbic dances the role of Arabian Princess. Barbic is from Warrenton and is a senior at Seaside High School. She has been dancing since age 4. MIDDLE: Maia Mahoney, 18, of Warrenton, is a senior at Astoria High School and plays one of the Russian Dancers. She has been in “The Nutcracker’ every year since she was 7. Mahoney is also featured this year as the Snow Princess. RIGHT: Dancing the role of Clara this season is 17-year-old Nara Van De Grift. She is a junior at Astoria High School, where she also excels in soccer and track. The role of Clara is a dream for many little girls, and it is not unusual to have 24 girls audition for the part. Van De Grift has been dancing since she was 3.

Little Ballet Theatre brings holiday classic to life Dec. 2 and 3 By PATTY HARDIN

FOR COAST WEEKEND

oliday magic and tradition will come alive once again for audiences young and old when Maddox Dance Studio’s Little Ballet Theatre presents “The Nutcracker” on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 2 and 3, at Astoria High School. Jeanne Peterson, owner and artistic director of the Warrenton studio, has a deep respect for tradition. “That’s what keeps us going, how ‘The Nutcracker’ means so much to people,” she said. The ballet, set to the music of Tchaikovsky, is based on German writer E.T.A. Hoffman’s origi-

nal story “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King.” The tale begins with the Stahlbaum family welcoming friends and relatives into their home for their annual Christmas party. A mysterious party guest presents Clara with a special gift: a nutcracker shaped like a soldier. Clara is delighted with the gift, and devastated when her little brother, Fritz, grabs the nutcracker and breaks its jaw. Dr. Drosselmeyer mends the nutcracker with a kerchief and dries Clara’s tears. The guests take their leave and the family heads upstairs to bed. Clara slips downstairs to hold her injured Nutcracker. She is frightened by giant mice

IF YOU GO

What: “The Nutcracker” Where: Astoria High School When: 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3 General Admission: $21 for adults, $16 for children ages 12 and under and for seniors age 65 and over Reserved seating: $31 and $51 Reserved and general admission tickets available at the Liberty Theatre box office General admission tickets also available at Maddox Dance Studio and at the door of Astoria High School

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 11

dancing around her and she faints. When she wakes she is caught up in the toy soldiers who have come to life. The now life-size Nutcracker leads the soldiers. The Nutcracker and the Mouse King duel and both are mortally wounded. However, the Nutcracker, saved by Clara’s belief in him, is transformed into a real-life prince. Dr. Drosselmeyer and the Nutcracker Prince escort Clara to the Kingdom of Snow. After viewing special dances in the Kingdom, Clara and the Nutcracker Prince move on to the Kingdom of Sweets, where the Kingdom Princess, the Dream Fairies and little angels greet them. After her enchanting adventures, Clara’s dream fades to a memory.

Keeping it fresh

The theater has performed “The Nutcracker” annually for more than four decades. So what keeps the production fresh? For one thing, veteran cast members make the show better while serving as role models for the new and younger dancers to look up to. “There are new kids in the production each year, and also the choreography changes,” said Dan Sutherland, who has played Dr. Drosselmeyer for more than 20 years. “The Nutcracker” is a show for family audiences, and many of the dancers are family — literally and theatrically. The Barbic family, for example, has a long history of performing in “The Nutcracker.” The eldest Barbic daughter, Eliza, danced the role of Clara. At age 11, Sabrina Barbic was one of the youngest dancers to play the part in 2003. She danced as Clara with her brother Thomas as the Snow Prince, marking the first time in the theater’s history that a brother and sister have danced together in the production. When she was just 4 years old, Anita Barbic told a reporter she was going to be the next Clara. She didn’t dance the role the following year, but she did in 2016. Now her little sister Sophia is dancing. The girls’ mother, Debbie Barbic, sews costumes and makes alterations. This year, among the brother and sister combos are Milly and Oscar Gustafson, Marisabel and Nathaniel

COLIN MURPHEY PHOTO

Dancers rehearse a scene from “The Nutcracker” at Astoria High School. More photos online at CoastWeekend.com

Condit, Abigail and Logan Mossman, and Lillian and Max Bigby. The siblings are dancing with each other in the Prologue’s party scene.

Dancing and acting

Tchaikovsky’s score is performed by the Little Ballet Theatre Orchestra, directed by Cory Pedersen “It’s amazing that we have a full orchestra in this small area,” Ann Brown, stage manager of Little Ballet Theatre, said. “I have seen other ‘Nutcracker’ performances at Oregon Ballet Theater and Pacific Northwest Ballet, but I think ours is one of the best.” Sure, audiences will see dancing, but acting is also a major element. “The dancers who are the young ladies in ‘The Nutcracker’ must look surprised all the time,” Peterson said. “And the dancer who is Clara must act as if she is a little girl.” This year, Nara Van De Grift, an Astoria High School junior, plays Clara. “It means a lot to me to be dancing a role that brings joy to others,” she said.

Many hands bring the magic of this production alive. There are the dancers, of course, that audiences see as polished performers. But there is much work done by volunteers. Special nonskid floors must be installed to ensure the dancers’ safety, and sets need to be taken out of storage and brought to the high school. On performance nights, backstage volunteers help dancers with quick costume changes. They also help keep dancers waiting in the wings calm and quiet. “What I really appreciate about this is how it has built my children’s confidence,” said Elly Condit, of Astoria, whose children Marisabel and Nathaniel have been dancing for about six years. Parents of the dancers participate in many ways. Some dance onstage while others work behind the scenes, creating and repairing props and costumes. (One of the most popular props is the giant turkey leg carried by the mice in Act I, Scene 2.)

Mayoral cameo

Astoria Mayor Arline LaMear, recovering from torn rotator cuff surgery, is anxiously awaiting the removal of the brace from her left arm. She has a part in the opening scene, which originally called for her to dance. Instead, LaMear, playing a mayor, will walk across the stage, waving at the audience. “The Nutcracker has always been part of the Christmas season for me,” she said. The brace comes off the day before the show opens. After both the Saturday and Sunday matinees, children are invited onstage to meet the cast and receive a candy cane from the Sugar Plum Fairy. After the Saturday evening performance, the audience is invited to a cookie party in the commons area of Astoria High School. The Saturday matinee is a military-appreciation performance. Active-duty military members, with valid military ID, will receive a dollar off the ticket price. CW

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 13

12 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

COA S T W E E K E N D C A L E N DA R

ON YOUR PHONE

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

Saturday, Dec. 2 Beach Clean Up 9 a.m., meet at Seashore Inn on the Beach, 60 Promenade, Seaside, all ages. Join local volunteers for the monthly “Treasure the Beach” community beach clean up. Riverwalk Marketplace 9 a.m., 632 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503260-5592. This market features produce, flowers, plant starts, eggs, ready-to-eat food, pie walks, live music and kids’ activities.

Thursday, Nov. 30 Carousel Open House 5 p.m., Seaside Carousel Mall, 300 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6728. The Carousel Mall will offer an open house with a treasure hunt, free carousel rides, refreshments and entertainment. Citizens’ Climate 6:30 p.m., Ilwaco Community Building, 158 First Ave., Ilwaco, Wash. Citizens’ Climate Education is a community discussion about how the U.S. can grow a clean energy economy with speaker Justin Saydell. History & Hops 6 p.m., Seaside Brewing Co., 851 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-7065. Elaine Murdy-Trucke will give a talk on the Tillamook Lighthouse at the next History & Hops speaker series.

√

GEORGE VETTER/CANNON-BEACH.NET

Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the ghost of Jacob Marley, his old business partner, in the Coaster Theatre’s production of “A Christmas Carol: The Musical.”

Friday, Dec. 1 Bazaar & Bake Sale

Kiwanis Tree Sale

10 a.m., Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, 115 Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash. Local crafters and artisans offer handmade goods at the annual American Legion Auxiliary holiday bazaar and bake sale.

Noon, Seaside Outlets, 1111 Roosevelt Drive, Seaside. Kiwanis Club of Seaside will have its annual Christmas tree fundraiser sale through Dec. 24. Weekend hours begin at 10 a.m., weekdays at noon.

Holiday Bazaar 10 a.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash. Shop for baked goods, handmade crafts and gifts.

√

Artist Reception 3 p.m., Hoffman

√

Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-3846. North coast potters will be represented at an artist reception featuring their work in “Confluence of Color.” Tree Lighting 6 p.m., Sheldon Field, 25701 Vernon Ave., Ocean Park, Wash. Ocean Park will have its annual tree lighting

Coast Weekend editor suggested events

followed by Santa’s workshop at the Ocean Park Fire Hall for crafts, pictures and refreshments. “Scrooged in Astoria” 7 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, $5. A melodrama adaptation of the Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Story,” combines holiday tunes with Scandinavian traditions.

√

“A Christmas Carol” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503436-1242, $20 to $25, rated G. Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” is the classic story of old miser Ebenezer Scrooge, who is visited by ghostly spirits on Christmas Eve.

Who Says You Need Snow For A Festive Holiday? 800-773-3236 l waunafcu.org

Bazaar & Bake Sale 10 a.m., Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, 115 Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash. Local crafters and artisans offer handmade goods at the annual American Legion Auxiliary holiday bazaar and bake sale.

Get a Vacation Loan from Wauna Credit Union & celebrate with your toes in the sand (instead of wool socks & boots).

Festival of Trees 10 a.m., Seaside Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, 503-717-7604. View the decorated Christmas trees during Seaside Providence Foundation’s annual Festival of Trees open house; photos with Santa. Holiday Bazaar 10 a.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash. Shop

4 p.m., Northwest Carriage Museum, 314 Alder St., Raymond, Wash., 360-942-4150. Warm up with hot drinks, refreshments and holiday photos before the Raymond parade.

for baked goods, handmade crafts and gifts. Holiday Market 10 a.m., White Clover Grange, 35585 Hwy. 53, Nehalem. This one-day holiday farmers market features local farms, arts & crafts and a hot lunch fundraiser.

Artist Reception 5 p.m., Fairweather House & Gallery, 612 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-8899. A reception for the show “SEEK” features work by Duane Bolster, Renee Rowe and Neal Maine.

Holiday Run 10 a.m., The Relief Pitcher, 2795 Roosevelt Drive, Seaside, 503325-6932, $5 to $15. North Coast ABATE’s annual holiday run and chili feed benefits area food banks, kickstands up at 11 a.m., ending at the Astoria Moose Lodge.

√

Pictures with Santa 11 a.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria. Children of all ages are welcome to meet Santa Claus in the theater lobby and bring a camera for photos. Winter Bazaar 11 a.m., HiiH Barn Studio, 89120 Lewis and Clark Road, Astoria. Celebrate the handcrafted and the homegrown with local artists and farmers. Holiday Tea 1 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach,

√

COURTESY SEASIDE MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Gingerbread Tea 1 p.m., Butterfield Cottage, 570 Necanicum Drive, Seaside, 503-7387065, $3 to $5. Seaside Museum & Historical Society will host its annual holiday Gingerbread Tea with fresh gingerbread, beverages, raffles and live music.

503-436-1391. Enjoy home baked goods, beverages and a quilt drawing during the annual holiday tea. “The Nutcracker” 2 p.m., Astoria High School, 1001 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-

861-1971. The annual performance of “The Nutcracker” ballet features guest artists, dancers, an orchestra and choir; repeat performance at 7:30 p.m. Gearhart ArtWalk 2 p.m., celebrate cre-

Rewards

ative art forms during the monthly Gearhart ArtWalk at businesses and galleries in Gearhart; look for “Welcome to the Shore” flags at participating merchants. Holiday Open House

Seaside 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 art walk signs at participating merchants. Festival Gala 5:30 p.m., Seaside Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, 503-717-7604, $100 each or $1000 table. Seaside Providence Foundation will host its annual Festival of Trees gala dinner and auction for decorated trees. Artist Reception 6 p.m., NCRD Gallery, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, 855-444-6273. Audene Jay will be the featured artist at

a reception exhibiting her work in “Fearless Watercolors.” Lighted Parade 6 p.m., 3rd St. downtown Raymond, Wash. All are welcome to experience the annual Raymond Lighted Christmas Parade and tree lighting followed by a soup supper.

√

Santa Visits Costco 6:30 p.m., Costco, 1804 Ensign Lane, Warrenton. Children of all ages, members and non-members are welcome to stop by and visit with Santa for one day only. “Scrooged in Astoria” 7 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503325-6104, $7 to $16. A melodrama adaptation of the Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Story,” combines holiday tunes with Scandinavian traditions. “A Christmas Carol” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, $20 to $25, rated G. Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” is the classic story of old miser Ebenezer Scrooge, who is visited by ghostly spirits on Christmas Eve.

Sunday, Dec. 3 Riverwalk Marketplace 9 a.m., 632 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503260-5592. This market features produce, flowers, plant starts, eggs, ready-to-eat food, pie walks, live music and kids’ activities. Artist Faire 11 a.m., The Armory, 1636 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-458-6250. The annual Starving Artist Faire features one-of-a-kind gifts from photography, collage art and paintings to home décor, soaps and candles. “The Nutcracker” 2 p.m., Astoria High School, 1001 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-8611971. The annual performance of “The Nutcracker” ballet features guest artists, dancers, an orchestra and choir.

Monday, Dec. 4 Cannon Beach in Lights 10 a.m., residents and businesses throughout Cannon Beach, 503-436-2623. Submit correct “name that tune” play cards for a chance to win gifts at participating retailers; holiday lights voting open through Dec. 15, awards announced Dec. 16.

You’ll Love Our VISA Credit Card! Apply for a Wauna Credit Union Visa Credit Card 24 hours a day, 7 Days a week By phone at: 800-773-3236 / On our website: waunafcu.org

Tuesday, Dec. 5 Ric’s Poetry Mic 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-4680206. Sign up at 6:45 to read poetry or a short story at this monthly poetry open mic.

Wednesday, Dec. 6 ID Presentation 11:30 a.m., Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St., Astoria, $15 to $20. Rose Barker will give a presentation on how to prevent identity theft in the workplace, open to the public. Health Presentation 6 p.m., Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside. Jenn Visser will discuss techniques for living with better health. Artist Travelogue 7 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-3846, $5. Mindi Bender will share photos from her travels to Greece at the next Travelogue speaker series. Reader’s Theater 7 p.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, $15. “A Christmas Carol” is the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation into a kinder man after visitations by ghostly spirits on Christmas Eve.

Thursday, Dec. 7 Paint Party 6:30 p.m., Astoria Golf & Country Club, 33445 Sunset Beach Lane, Warrenton, $35. Create an original piece of art in a relaxed setting with food and drink, limited seating. Reader’s Theater 7 p.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, $15. “A Christmas Carol” is the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation into a kinder man after visitations by ghostly spirits on Christmas Eve. 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.

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

At Long Beach Tavern, food and setting are well-worn served late. After most of Long Beach shuts down, the LBT is still cooking. In addition to the usual MOUTH@COASTWEEKEND.COM FACEBOOK.COM/MOUTHOFTHECOLUMBIA dive necessities — prepressed, frozen burger patties, fries and tots, esides the flat-screen TVs chicken strips and wings — there’s and the locally brewed IPAs pizza and a slew of daily specials, on tap, there is little inside like taco Tuesday (two tacos for the Long Beach Tavern to assure a buck), wing Wednesday, pasta you that we are indeed in 2017 and Friday and so on. not 1970. I stuck mostly to the regular Part of that is the look, part is menu. And since it was the banner the food. out front touting the LBT’s chowBut before we get to the eats, der taking First Place at the Razor it’s worth setting the scene. Clam Festival that lured me in, I The ceiling is painted black. began with a cup ($6.95, $8.95 for The carpet is dark. The walls are a bowl). wood, and the booths are coated in Tasting it, I was a bit miffed. black vinyl. There’s a fireplace and It was very much akin to the all kinds of vintage beer-marketing indistinct chowder we coasties are paraphernalia. Over classic rock all too familiar with: salty, creamy, or sports you’ll hear pool balls buttery and one-note. There was clacking and regulars jawing. no depth, no developed flavor, And indeed, the Long Beach and the clams were on the gummy Tavern (aka the LBT) is a local side. It felt like a tourist trap. stronghold. Considering the locaAt $9.95 (with chips; fries, tion — smack dab in the tourist onion rings, tots or a salad are center of Long Beach — that’s $2.50 extra), the Halibut Fish saying someSandwich was thing. While a squarer value. much of the town Obviously at ‘WHILE MUCH is tourist-first, OF THE TOWN IS that price we’re LBT maintains talking about maTOURIST-FIRST, chined, long-froworking-class LBT MAINTAINS zen, probably roots. Heavy-duWORKINGty work pants and pre-breaded fish CLASS ROOTS. steel-toed boots (the same as they might as well be use in the fish HEAVY-DUTY a dress code. and chips). The WORK-PANTS While those sandwich was workers come stacked absurdly, AND after the whistle the center a thin, STEEL-TOED blows and fill up teetering tower BOOTS on big, carb-y of tomatoes, MIGHT AS portions, eating then red onions WELL BE A is an ancillary with pickles DRESS CODE. concern. And, to inside, then the be sure: There thick rectangle are drink deals to of beer-battered be had. Cans of beer start as low halibut, covered with a slice of as $1.75. American cheese. Apart from the Whether you’re up for a can of presentation, which I had to mush Milwaukee’s Best is another ques- down to get in my mouth, there’s tion. But hey: It’s a striking deal, nothing particularly special to especially in a tourist town. mention. Nothing offensive, either. Now, to the food. First, it’s It did the job. Review and photos by THE MOUTH OF THE COLUMBIA

LONG BEACH TAVERN Rating:  305 Pacific Ave. Long Beach, Washington 98631 360-642-3235 Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. every day Price: $ – some good values, some questionable Service: Local friendly Vegetarian / Vegan Options: Thin Drinks: Full bar KEY TO STAR RATING SYSTEM  Poor  Below average  Worth returning  Very good  Excellent, best in region

Halibut Fish Sandwich

Seafood chowder

The pizza was passable. The crust was medium-thick and that doughiness was quite filling. There are two tiers of pizza. From the top (“Gourmet”) category, I had The Captain — essentially the classic “combination.” From the sauce to the cheese to the toppings, it was totally forgettable — a horse with no name. It was $25.95 for a 14-inch pie, and I felt a wisp of the tourist economy creeping in again. I did try one daily special, the

Turkey Pesto Swiss Avocado Melt with fries

Avocado Pesto Turkey Sandwich. It was a lot like a club sandwich, only with two slices of bread and the addition of unremarkable pesto oils. The turkey was deli meat cut paper thin. It had no body. Indeed,

of the dishes I tried, if the Halibut Sandwich was the one I’d order again, Avocado Pesto Turkey would be at the end of the line. At the LBT, the food matches the setting: well-worn. CW

dining out ASTORIA CORNER DELI

◆ Local ◆ Fresh ◆ Gourmet

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

ECIAL!

TU E

Y PI Z Z A DA Pizz2 for as

All orders take-out

503.325.7414 bakedak.com #1 12th Street, Astoria, OR

3 8TH & L, ON THE S EAV IEW BEAC H APPROAC H 3 60-642-7880

C ALL NOW TO RES ERV E HOLIDAY PARTIES !

North Coast and Peninsula

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

COM E S EE THE CHRIS TM AS V IL L AGE!

Now offering soups, paninis, beer & wine. Come check out our new addition. You don’t need to zip to come sip. 503.861.9875 92111 Highlife Rd, Warrenton www.highlife-adventures.com

Imagine Your

Restaurant

Advertised Here! Great pub grub & craft beer

Seaview, WA ▪ 360.642.4150 shelburnerestaurant.com

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 15

Hoffman Travelogue focuses on Greece MANZANITA — The Hoffman Center for the Arts in Manzanita will host the third event in its Travelogue series, this time focusing on Greece, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6. Manzanita resident Mindi Bender has visited Greece more than a dozen times between 1985 and 2017, most frequently to the Island of Lesvos in the north Aegean Sea. She has had lived with the Greek people and studied their language. She delights in eating delicious authentic homemade Greek foods. The photos will convey her deep love for the vibrancy of Greek culture and colorful, splendid scenery of this ancient land. “Travelogue Greece” is the third in a series of photography shows sponsored by the Hoffman Center to celebrate global culture and community through the lens of our local citizens. Refreshments will be served and a discussion will

COURTESY HOFFMAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Mindi Bender, right

follow the presentation. Admission is $5. Last April, Bender gave a presentation on the Middle Eastern refugee crisis that has been impacting parts of Greece, particularly the island of Lesvos, since

2015. She plans to provide a separate, in-depth update on that situation, including stories of the refugees she has worked with there, during another talk at the Hoffman Center in spring 2018.

Artists show their true colors in Manzanita MANZANITA — The exhibit “Confluence of Color” opens in Hoffman Center Art Gallery (594 Laneda Ave.) 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, and will run through Saturday, Dec. 30. On display will be colorful handmade ceramic bowls from a variety of North Coast potters, new oil paintings by Chris Biegun and colorful monoprints representing the works of six artists.

Advertise

Your

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

COURTESY HOFFMAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS

A bowl by Allan Olson

COURTESY HOFFMAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS

A painting by Chris Biegun

16 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

BAZAAR-O WORLD! Holiday gift markets roll out their wares By HEATHER DOUGLAS FOR COAST WEEKEND

he Columbia-Pacific region has become a hub for makers, crafters and artists. This weekend is the first chance to get an early start on holiday gift shopping. Below are the first handmade and homegrown holiday gift bazaars to check out the first week of December.

HiiH Lights Winter Bazaar

When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 Where: HiiH Lights Barn (89120 Lewis and Clark Road) Lam Quang and Kestrel Gates of HiiH, makers of artisanal paper lights, will host their third annual one-day handcrafted homegrown gift bazaar. The family hosts two bazaars a year — one in the summer and one in the winter. While the summer bazaar is partially outdoors, the winter bazaar will be inside the barn. The bazaar will bring artists, makers and farmers — everything is handmade. Just a small sampling

XANH QUANG PHOTO

Kestrel Gates and Lam Quang invite you to HiiH Lights Winter Bazaar

of the items for sale include jewelry, honey, handmade paper lights and gourmet ice cream. Gates noted: “This bazaar is about creating community and supporting the local economy.” For more information, visit their website (HiiHLights.com) and their event page on Facebook.

Open 7am Daily!

Holiday Bazaar at the Loft at The Red Building

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3 Where: Loft at the Red Building (20 Basin St., Astoria) The Loft at the Red Building business owner Briana Carignan will head up hosting an annual holiday

bazaar. Noting that this is the first year for this bazaar, Carignan said, “We are hoping for a great turn-out and hope to continue to do one next year.” The event will feature a combination of handmade products from local artisans as well as non-handmade products like DoTerra, LipSense and Scentsy. Dough Dough Bakery from Seaside will fuel the holiday shopping experience. Positive Touch will be on hand for massages. For more information, call Carignan at 971-409-6246 or email briana@ theredbuildingloft.com. You can also visit the Facebook event page.

Upcoming bazaars

Gifts that Make a Difference When: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Where: The Liberty Theatre McTavish Room (1203 Commercial St.)

Holiday Fair When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Where: Fellowship Hall of the First Presbyterian Church (corner of Harrison Avenue and 11th Street) Winter Pop Up Market When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 Where: 936 Commercial St. Sou’Wester Lodge Handmade Bazaar When: Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 Where: The Sou’Wester Lodge (3728 J Pl., Seaview) The Adrift Hotel Bazaar When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 Where: 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Washington The Carruthers Bazaar When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 17; 3 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18 Where: 1198 Commercial St., Astoria CW

CHRISTMAS

B A Z A AR

Mark your calendars!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9TH 9 AM-2 PM BAKE SALE

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

Cookies, Candies, Breads, Scandinavian Baked goods, Jam, Jelly, Fish in any form, and anything else that’s yummy.

BAZAAR

First Lutheran will have a table selling gently used Christmas items. First Lutheran Church 725 33rd Street | Astoria

www.libertyastoria.org

7:30

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 17

THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE CROSSWORD

INSIDE OUT

ACROSS 1 Per 7 Per ____ 11 Feature on the back of some pajamas 15 Conversation interrupter in a car, at times 18 Cured salmon 19 Jazzy Anita 20 Top-shelf 21 Go bad 22 Lists about a port on the Black Sea 24 Guaranteed to succeed 26 Auspice 27 Referring to this clue within this clue, e.g. 28 Neighborhoods surrounded by crime 30 1970s-’90s chess champion 33 Fill-in 35 ____ Store 36 Laura of “ER” 37 Provide cover for, say 39 Fad dance move of 2015 40 Blue-green hue 42 Style of Radio City Music Hall, informally 43 Metal pin stuck in parts of sinks 47 Figure skater Sonja 49 Shout after seeing Godzilla 50 Motorsports vehicle 51 ____ ammoniac 52 Good times 54 Capital of the world’s happiest country, per a 2017 U.N. survey 55 QB’s cry 56 Unpleasant 58 The dark side 59 One of the principal deities in Hinduism 61 Sliding item on a car 64 Carne ____ (taco option) 67 ____ Dimas, Calif. 68 Flourishes around monsoon events 71 Sample-collecting org.

73 Lush 75 React to a haymaker 76 Slack-jawed 78 Pot note 79 Heaters 80 Major investors in start-up cos. 82 Its filling contained lard until 1997 83 Dangerous vipers 86 Ka-boom! 87 1972 No. 1 hit with the lyric “No one’s ever gonna keep me down again” 89 Regret 90 Ranger’s wear 92 Fear among underground workers 95 It goes downhill 97 First name in 1950s comedy 98 Actor John of the “Harold & Kumar” films 99 Nordstrom competitor 100 Shades of tan 102 “Pimp My Ride” network 103 Curry of the N.B.A. 105 Moves, as a plant 109 Coming up in vetoes 112 Got 100 on 114 “I’ll get this done” 115 Licorice-flavored extract 116 Crew found inside again and again 120 Spy novelist Deighton 121 Poet ____ St. Vincent Millay 122 Kook 123 “Fawlty Towers” or “The Vicar of Dibley” 124 Need a lift? 125 Looking up 126 And others, for short 127 Gets fresh with DOWN 1 Nose of a wine 2 Single-____ (like a certain health

Continued from Page 5

Sunday, Dec. 3 Kitchen Music 1 p.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2239. All levels welcome to bring instruments and join the jam session to play, sing or listen to folk, bluegrass, country, blues and pop music. Tingstad & Rumbel 2 p.m., Inn at Harbour Village, 120 Williams Ave., Ilwaco, Wash., 360642-0087, $10. Eric Tingstad and Nancy Rumbel perform an illuminating concert of song featuring perennial favorites throughout the ages.

Holiday Concert 3 p.m., Nehalem Bay Methodist Church, 36050 10th St., Nehalem, 503-436-0378, $10. Cannon Beach Chorus’ Home for the Holidays concert features “The Christmas Oratorio” and other holiday favorites. Brad Griswold 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, no cover, 21+. Every Sunday, Brad Griswold plays acoustic folk and bluegrass music on banjo, guitar and mandolin. Evensong 6 p.m., Cannon Beach Community Church, 132 Washington St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1222. Evensong features performers Jennifer Goodenberger and Wes Wahrmund, meditative songs and quiet reflection.

37 43

28 33

34 39

36 41

68 73

57 63

109

87 92

110

115

116

104 112

105

117 123

124

125

126

127

Monday, Dec. 4 Burgers & Jam 6:30 p.m., American Legion, 1216 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4362973. The legion offers good burgers and good music.

Tuesday, Dec. 5 Brian O’Connor 5:30 p.m., Shelburne Inn Restaurant, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-4150, no

cover. Acoustic guitarist Brian O’Connor’s repertoire includes nostalgic favorites, an eclectic mix of jazz standards as well as original compositions.

Wednesday, Dec. 6 Thistle & Rose 5 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Thistle and Rose play folk, Americana and bluegrass music from the 70s and 80s, and original tunes. Metzner & Patenaude 9 p.m., Voodoo Room, 1114 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-325-2233, no cover, 21+. Scheckie Metzner and Pee Wee Patenaude play blues, soul and Caribbean music with Josh Baer on bass.

107

108

114 118

122

85 Sign with an antlered pictogram 86 Award won by “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” 88 Speedboat follower 91 Continues 92 Hosts, for short 93 Words of empathy 94 “You shouldn’t’ve done that” 96 The Blues Brothers and others 101 Emulate Snidely Whiplash 104 Hack down

106

113

121

Sugar Strings 8 p.m., Fort George Brewery, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, 503-325-7468, no cover. The Super Saturated Sugar Strings play alternative folk, rock, gypsy soul and funky foot-stomping dance music.

120

65 “Oh, heavens!” 66 Take off an invisibility cloak 69 Lit a fire under 70 Annual event viewed live by hundreds of millions of people, with “the” 72 Big stretches 74 With 57-Down, something filling fills 77 Graceful losers, e.g. 81 Besmirch 83 Magazine places 84 Don Quixote’s unseen beloved

103 111

98 102

101

100

78 84

42 48

15 21

11 20

care system) 3 Does his name ring a bell? 4 Pipe joint 5 “Cool” sort 6 Reason to pull an all-nighter 7 Partner of a crossed “t” 8 Creative sort 9 Something pressed against a conch 10 Game predecessor of Riven 11 Certain spa treatment 12 Baker’s container 13 The “I” of “The King and I” 14 ____ dish 15 Bad puns 16 Song with verses by four or more rappers 17 Mounties’ hats 18 Understand 23 “Go” preceder 25 Give for a while 29 Hindu exercise system 31 “Do as I say!” 32 Climbing plant in the pea family 34 Broadcaster of many Ken Burns documentaries 38 Something to work through with a therapist 41 Benghazi native 43 Waste 44 Actress Phylicia of “Creed” 45 “Fighting” collegiate team 46 Stella ____ (beer) 48 Another name for Dido 51 Hybrid activewear 53 Santa ____ winds 56 Tailor’s measure 57 See 74-Down 60 Take in 62 Blood type of a “universal donor” 63 Ardent

Answers on Page 20

By Jeff Chen / Puzzles Edited by Will Shortz

119

106 Chilled 107 Costa Ricans, in slang 108 Modern education acronym 110 Brouhaha 111 Lid irritant 113 “I call that!” 117 Very in 118 Second Amendment org. 119 U.S.O. audience

Thursday, Dec. 7 Adam Miller 4 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-3846. Harpsichordist Adam Miller offers a sing-along program featuring international folk songs and carols for winter celebrations of the world. Maggie & the Katz 6 p.m., Public Coast Brewing Co., 264 Third St., Cannon Beach, 503436-0285, no cover. Maggie & the Katz play indie blues and alternative soul. 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.

18 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

coa st w eeken d M ARK ETPLACE 104 Special Notices Treasure Alley 20% off entire store Black Friday through Christmas Eve Vintage, collectibles, art, clothing and more! Wednesday-Sunday 11am-5pm 77 11th St, Astoria Pier 11 Building DUST off the old pool table and sell it with a classified ad.

163 Holiday Bazaars Christmas Bazaar Saturday, December 2nd 10:00-3:00 Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church 320 First Ave, Seaside Across from Convention Center Kid’s Bazaar-all items 50 cents

251 Boats for Sale 18ft Boston Whaler Great for crabbing and fishing, unsinkable, canvas cover bimini, Quick Release dual axle trailer, great shape, no motor. $15,500 Manzanita Call 207-610-4967

2017 27 LOA Xtaero XT24DV Long Cabin Twin Outboard New semi-custom aluminum builder seeks demo owner on OR, WA, CA coast to showcase newest twin outboard model. Features stand up helm, deep cockpit, welded self bailing deck, deep-vee design. Outstanding Alaska customer reviews. Visit www.xtaeroboats.com for more information. Tacoma, WA. Call 907-342-2141 ADDING a room to your home? Furnish it with items advertised in the classifieds.

525 Commercial Property Astoria: 3925 Abbey Lane, 800 SF and up. Starting at $.50/SF and up. (503)440-6945

619 Commercial Rental Two great retail spaces for rent separate or together 402SF+303SF 255 N. Hemlock. Next to Distillery. Cannon Beach, OR. 360-608-3109

634 Wanted to Rent Need to rent in Seaside/Warrenton area. Looking for room, studio or 1-bedroom. Christian values. W/small dog. 503-440-9737

651 Help Wanted Bergeman Construction is seeking a well-qualified professional to join our team. We are seeking to fill a lead man and laborer position within our company. Must be reliable, team player, great attitude and a positive influence. We do all structural aspects of construction both commercial and residential, as well as structure moving, deep foundations, welding, excavation, framing and concrete. We offer competitive wage, 401k and medical. Contact us at 503-325-4557 emailbergemanoffice@gmail.com 92319 Youngs River Rd, Astoria, OR 97103

SPECIALTY SERVICES

wE urgE you to pAtronIzE thE LoCAL proFESSIonALS ADvErtISIng In

thE DAILy AStorIAn SpECIALty SErvICES. to pLACE your SpECIALty SErvICES AD, CALL 325-3211.

Current opening for an experienced pick up mechanic. Benefits-medical dental, 401k. Benefits after probationary period. Please apply Monday-Friday 8am-4pm at 45 Elochoman Valley Road, Cathlamet, WA Mail resume to Jerry Debriae Logging Inc Po box 182 Cathlamet, Wa 98612 Fax resume to 360-795-3847 BUYER meets seller every day of the week in the classified columns of this newspaper.

651 Help Wanted

Head Start Openings

Come join our team! Now hiring: Office Manager Responsibilities *Oversee day to day operations *Team Building *Hiring staff, ongoing coaching, payroll reporting Qualifications *A demonstrated ability to lead & develop staff *Excellent conflict resolution skills *Excellent verbal and written skills *Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word

Seaside: Teacher and Assistant Teacher Astoria: Assistant Teacher Warrenton: Teachers, Assistant Teachers & Family Advocate Visit: www.nworheadstart. org for more information and an application.

If You Live In Seaside or Cannon Beach DIAL

503-325-3211 For A Daily Astorian Classified Ad

Interested candidates should apply with cover letter and resume to tfcb@cbpm.com Full pre-employment background check required. EOE Classified Ads work hard for you!

Join the Lum’s Team! We are growing and hiring GREAT team members for the following positions: *Sales Associates *Lot Porter *Express Lube Tech *Certified Technician *Detail Tech

Full-Time Employment Hiring an experienced HV/AC installer for year-round employment with paid holidays, vacation and medical. Seaside, OR 503-738-9734 coastheating@gmail.com HELP WANTED Utility Worker I - The City of Seaside is accepting applications for a regular full-time Restroom Cleaning/Trash Collection position @ $3,365/month + benefits. This position requires 40 hours a week, which may include weekends and some holiday hours. Applications are available at Seaside City Hall, 989 Broadway Seaside, Oregon or at our website www.cityofseaside.us Applications, resume and cover letter will be accepted until 5:00 PM on Thursday, November 30, 2017. EOE.

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 ERROR AND CANCELLATIONS Please read your ad on the first day. If you see an error, The Daily Astorian will gladly re-run your ad correctly. We accept responsibility for the first incorrect insertion, and then only to the extent of a corrected insertion or refund of the price paid. To cancel or correct an ad, call 503-325-3211 or 1-800-781-3211

CHILDREN’S outgrown clothing, toys and furniture sell quickly with a classified ad.

651 Help Wanted Looking for a professional sales career?

HIRING EVENT ON-THE- SPOT INTERVIEWS for Field Technician Astoria, OR

Friday, December 1st 10:00a.m.–Noon and 1:00p.m.–3:00p.m. at WorkSource Oregon 450 Marine Drive, Suite 110 Astoria, OR At Charter Spectrum, we are a growing and dynamic $37 billion Fortune 500 company with 100,000 employees providing advanced video, high-speed internet and telephone service. Join us for an exciting career opportunity as a Field Technician. You will perform basic installations and service changes for residential cable, internet and telephone services, and perform troubleshooting and repair. We will provide training and resources to help you be successful in this position. Position offers great opportunities to self-promote. Full job description online. Requires: valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record; High School diploma or equivalent; strong computer, communication, customer service, and technical skills; mechanical aptitude; ability to: work and travel in all kinds of weather; work in confined spaces; climb ladders and poles; and work near power lines. Excellent compensation and benefits package. Apply online at jobs.spectrum.com EOE Race/Sex/Vet/ Disability Charter is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are embedded in and vital to our culture and how we do business. http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/ regs/compliance/posters/pdf/ eeopost.pdf

Looking for a new place to live? The classified ads offer a complete section of homes, apartments, and mobile homes to fit your needs. Check daily for new listings!

Passionate about meeting your customer’s needs? Care about the community? Love to meet goals? Consider joining us for a fulfilling sales career. EO Media Group is looking for a sales professional at either our Astoria or Seaside office. Our team sells innovative products, both digital and print, that are cherished by the community. You must be skilled in both in-person and cold calls, able to organize your work day, tech-savvy, supportive of your team members, dependable and willing to work on deadlines. We’ve installed an advanced CRM system to help you grow your sales. Base pay, commissions, mileage reimbursement, a Monday through Friday workweek, plus benefits including paid time off (PTO), insurances and a 401(k)/Roth 401(k) retirement plan. If you are looking for a great place to work and grow, send your resume and letter of interest to: EO Media Group PO Box 2048 Salem, OR 97308-2048 by fax to: 503-371-2935 or e-mail: hr@eomediagroup.com or drop it off at The Daily Astorian, 949 Exchange, Astoria, OR or Seaside Signal 1555 N. Roosevelt Drive Seaside, OR.

WE DELIVER! Please leave a light on or install motion detector lights to make your carrier’s job easier. Thanks!

THE DAILY ASTORIAN

SHOP LOCAL!

Check the Business Directory daily to utilize the local professionals advertising in The Daily Astorian. To place an ad in our Business Directory, call 503-325-3211. FOR QUICK CASH Use a classified ad to sell items around your home you can no longer use.

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 19

coa st w eeken d M ARK ETPLACE 651 Help Wanted

651 Help Wanted

828 Misc for Sale

Medical Office Front Desk Receptionist Astoria Physical Therapy Mailroom Opportunity to work part-time (20-25 hours per week) in our packaging and distributing department at The Daily Astorian. Duties include using machines to place inserts into the newspaper, labeling newspapers and moving the papers from the press. Must be able to regularly lift 40 lbs. in a fast paced environment. Mechanical aptitude helpful and the ability to work well with others is required.

In this position you will: •Meet and greet patients •Enter computer data •Schedule patients •File, copy, print, and scan records •Obtain and track medical insurance verification and authorization •Collect co-pays •Employ excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills with patients, therapists, teammates, physician offices and insurance adjusters

or send resume and letter of interest to EO Media Group, PO Box 2048, Salem, OR 97308-2048

Required qualifications for this position include: •High school diploma or equivalent •The ability to follow directions under supervision while detail-oriented multi-tasking in this fast paced environment •Eventual adequate expertise to make independent decisions and flexibility consistent with clinic policies and procedures

or e-mail hr@eomediagroup.com.

Preferred qualifications for this position include:

GARAGE SALES are a big success when advertised in the classified ads!

•Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes •Previous medical office experience

Pre-employment drug test required. Pick up an application at The Daily Astorian, 949 Exchange Street

Schedule: Full-time 10am-7pm Weekdays Please send resume to administration@astoriapt.com

Stimson Lumber Company is Hiring a Maintenance Supervisor! Looking to put your leadership skills to work? Stimson Lumber has an opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor who is committed to providing a safe manufacturing environment in our Clatskanie Mill. Apply online at www.stimsonlumber.com/ careers Stimson offers a great benefit package; health, wellness, financial, work/ life balance, safety, career advancement and more. GIVE your budget a break! Check today’s classified ads for excellent buys on the items you need.

SPECIALTY SERVICES

wE urgE you to pAtronIzE thE LoCAL proFESSIonALS ADvErtISIng In

thE DAILy AStorIAn SpECIALty SErvICES. to pLACE your SpECIALty SErvICES AD, CALL 325-3211.

819 Sporting Goods & Hunting 22LR ammo for sale 1700 rounds $140 Text Clark (360)219-5130

Davidson 701D one color printing press Clean and in excellent shape. Has been running daily. New 208 ac motor. Extra supplies and parts. Services & parts manuals. $1,500 OBO Available Oct 1 in Astoria, OR you haul. Contact Carl at The Daily Astorian 503-325-3211

A small town newspaper with a global outlook

One of the Pacific Northwest’s great small newspapers

The Daily

asTorian www.dailyastorian.com

851 Tools & Heavy Equipment

HAVING storage problems? Why not sell no-longer-used items with a fastworking classifed ad? IF YOU HAVE an eye for real value, you’ll eye the classified ads regularly. WHY store items you’ll never use again? Exchange them for cash with a low-cost ad in the classifieds.

1997 Bobcat 763 Skid Steer Loader in great condition. 1800 Hours. 46 hp. Auxiliary Hydraulics. $2,100. (541)336-6398

Sou’wester workshops: bookbinding, travel journals SEAVIEW, WASH. — As part of its fall/winter workshop series, the Sou’wester Lodge (3728 J Place, Seaview, Washington) will host two workshops the weekend of Dec. 2 and 3. “Coptic Stitch Bookbinding” with Jillian Barthold — an illustrator, printmaker and bookbinder — will take place noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. You’ll learn the basics of bookbinding and the stepby-step process of making a handmade hardcover coptic stitch book. Coptic stitch binding is one of the earliest forms of bookbinding and is sewn with thread leaving an exposed spine. You’ll leave with your very own blank book to use as a journal, recipe book or sketchbook. The cost is $30. All supplies will be provided, but students can bring special

COURTESY SOU’WESTER LODGE

Jillian Barthold

paper for the front and back cover. The workshop is for students age 14 and up; 10 students max. All skill levels are welcome. Then, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3, Fay Malloy and Marilyn Zornado — proprietors of Fremont Garden Press — will teaching a class titled “Creating a Travel Journal.” We will discuss the history of the travel journal, illustration, narrative and page-layout strategies. Students will create a leather-wrapped travel journal

with a pencil closure. For students who want to share their work, we will discuss publication options as well as using Adobe InDesign and other online publishing options. The cost is $35. This workshop is for students 15 and up (unless approved by the instructors; 15 students max. All skill levels are welcome. Bring a good pencil to be included in the book itself. The instructors recommend to eat a hearty breakfast as lunch will be postponed till after class. Hot tea and coffee will be provided at both workshops. RSVP via souwesterfrontdesk@gmail.com or 360642-2542. Visit souwesterlodge. com/calendar to see the entire schedule of more than 28 artist-led workshops.

Clatsop Animal Assistance holiday and fundraiser Dec. 9 ASTORIA — Have some fun and help the shelter dogs and cats 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, at the Fort George Lovell Showroom (1483 Duane St.) in downtown Astoria. Dress up your pets for pictures with Santa or bid on raffle prizes and silent auction items. You could win a night or two at a local resort or dinner at an area restaurant, or find that perfect Christmas gift. And don’t forget our fabulous bake sale. It features specialty cookies and holiday favorites: fudge, soft European caramels, breads, pies, carrot cake, Oregon blackberry jam, apple butter, plus doggy treats, includ-

ing The Doggie Cake: a turkey version of carrot cake topped with mashed potato icing. Looking for an experience? We have two major raffle prizes that fit the bill. Win a day with a bar pilot for two that includes a round-trip pilot boat ride to observe a pilot boarding procedure, lunch with a pilot and a tour of the office, or a day at Disneyland for four. The one day Park Hopper Tickets are good for Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Need a new tablet? Our third major raffle prize is an all-new, punch red Fire HD 32 GB tablet, featuring an 8-inch HD display screen

COURTESY CLATSOP ANIMAL ASSISTANCE

“Gulliver” and “Murphy” — Leonberger pups belonging to Greg and Christina Merten, of Astoria — with Santa

and Alexa. We want to thank all the businesses, organizations and individuals who are donating items, time, bake sale sponsorships and space to make this a delightful community event.

20 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

Holiday farmers market, grange luncheon served in Nehalem

EMILY VOLLMER PHOTO

SNAP tokens, Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) and Rinehart Clinic Vouchers from the summertime Manzanita Farmers Market can be used at eligible food and farm vendors at the Holiday Market.

FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Member FINRA/SIPC

NEHALEM — Every year, the warm chatter of conversations fills the grange hall among tables decked out in all manner of winter vegetables and handmade wares from local farmers and artisans. That tradition continues with a Holiday Market hosted by the Manzanita Farmers Market and the White Clover Grange of Nehalem 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. A hot lunch will be served 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. An enticing array of goods can be found this year at the Holiday Market: raw chocolate truffles, peach jam, fresh apple cider, quilt raffles, handmade journals and more. About 20 vendors cozy up table-to-table in the main hall of the grange. Weave through the hall to find creamed honey, lampwork beaded jewelry, botanical lotion bars, a magical spinal stress-relief session, and a bottle of raspberry wine.

HOPE STAUNTON PHOTO

Farm and artisan vendors showcase their goods at the Holiday Farmers Market at the White Clover Grange of Nehalem.

From the local vegetable farms you can expect crisp carrots and fresh greens, which have grown sweeter in the fields with the autumn chill. If you don’t win the leg of lamb raffled by the White Clover Grange, you can pick up your own choice cuts of beef, pork and lamb directly from Lance’s Farm Vittles. Drop a donation in the jar at Annie’s Coffee Cor-

ner for a cookie and a hot drink to tide you over, and sooner or later the savory smells from the luncheon in the downstairs dining hall will convince you it’s lunchtime. The White Clover Grange will be offering their traditional Reuben sandwiches with handmade sauerkraut, vegetarian chili and sides of fresh cornbread and pie. Manzanita Farmers Mar-

Coaster Theatre Playhouse Jamey Hendricks

Mark Hedeen

Registered Representative

Financial Advisor

Stocks Bonds Mutual Funds Retirement Accounts FDIC Insured CDS Financial Planning Annuities #1 12TH STREET, SUITE 7 · ASTORIA, OR 503.325.0677 Securities offered through Raymond James Financial seRvices, inc. Investment Advisory Services are offered through Raymond James Financial seRvices advisoRs, inc.

Crossword Answers A R O M A

P A Y E R

D R O S S

R A S H A D

A R S E N A L S

D U L C I N E A

I L L I N I P I D E E E D R U X O I S N G

G R O K

Financial Advisor

Nov. 17 - Dec. 23, 2017 Tickets $20 or $25 Shows begin at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday shows start at 3:00p.m. Sponsored by The Clark Foundation Tickets: 503-436-1242 or coastertheatre.com 108 N Hemlock Street, Cannon Beach, OR

ket SNAP tokens, Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) and Rinehart Clinic Vouchers can be used at eligible food and farm vendors at the Holiday Market, increasing the buying power of low-income individuals. The White Clover Grange is located at 36585 Oregon Route 53, about two miles east of U.S. Highway 101 between Nehalem and Wheeler.

I V A N P A V L O V

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

D O T T E D I O N E G A T I V E

I D E A M A N I N S E A M

S T Y E

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

F A C E P E E L

L O A F P A N

H A T H A Y O F G E O A R S V C I A N D R O S T H C E D O W I O B L S

A N N A L I B Y A N S M E A R N R A

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

S T E T S O N S A E O N S S T E M

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 21

A BUILDING SPEAKS OUT

I will be decked out for Dec. 2 Holiday Faire FOR COAST WEEKEND

am a building. I am an old building in Astoria, and I live at the southeast corner of Third Street and Marine Drive. On my last birthday, I was about 110 years old. If I could talk, I could tell you many a tale about folks, especially from the days when vice was more widespread. But that will wait for another day. I am going to be dressed up for the holidays and will greet everyone 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, during the Holiday Faire. The people who rent my floors — that is, Dots ‘N Doodles, North Coast Fix, Astoria’s Best Framer and Astoria Art Loft — want to do something special for the holidays. Happily, they asked if they could feature me, and I agreed (as long as they decked me out in holiday finery). Let me tell you a little about myself.

COURTESY JO POMEROY-CROCKETT

SCOTT LEAHING PHOTO

Here I am, at Astoria’s Block 14, early 20th century.

Me today, the building at 106 Third St., in Astoria.

In 1859, the land I am on, known as Block 14, was owned by E. C. Crow, and later, by Cyrus Olney. In the 1890s and early 1900s, a lawn tennis court occupied my space. The name of my street was Concomly Street, later changed to Astor Street and, finally, Marine Drive. To the east on Concomly/ Astor was a tenement building, Engine Company No. 1, and in 1888, a boat shop. Other buildings in Block 14 included sheds, a boardinghouse and some other

houses. By 1908, the lawn tennis court was gone, to be replaced later with several buildings. The Engine Company became Fire Station No.1. I owe my existence to a gent named Peder Gimre, who immigrated from Norway about 1890. Some years later, Gimre built me, and I became a planing mill — a very successful planing mill, I might add. I’m proud of Mr. Gimre, because he helped other members of his family come to Astoria. The Gimre

family opened businesses, including a shoe store, and contributed greatly to our community. Mr. Gimre and his wife, Josephine, were hardworking people, which is why I did so well. They lived at 1893 Harrison Ave., according to the 1920 census. The Gimres conducted business in me until about 1960. Sadly, Mr. Gimre went onto Glory on Jan. 29, 1962, at age 96, and the business changed hands. The following years saw me house various businesses.

For a while, part of my first floor was a lube and oil-change shop. The second floor housed a plumbing business. Later, my second floor became Meade’s Upholstery, where beautiful furniture was created and rebuilt for more than 35 years. My lower floor housed Rose Oriental Antiques, a classy operation. Other businesses came and went. I was given fairly good care, so I never became rundown like some buildings I know. Today, I house new people. I am owned by Paul Larson, who takes very good care of me. On my first floor, Scott and Tim have a wonderful art supply store named Dots ‘N Doodles (managed by a very bright dog named Doodles). Beside them is North Coast Fix, staffed by Jay Rosen and Marilyn. They are fun because they refurbish

furniture, some of which is older than I am. They also know how to cane chairs. Upstairs are Michael Bruhn, a framer, and Astoria Art Loft. I am filled with creative, artistic people who love me. When they vacuum me, I like to surprise them with a soft, low purr. Please come visit me Saturday, Dec. 2. Please notice my new paint, my clean windows, my sturdy doors and my beautiful floors. Also, you may take advantage of the 25 percent off sale at Dots ‘N Doodles, the open house at North Coast Fix, the frames and mats at Astoria’s Best Framer, and the arts and crafts at Astoria Art Loft. As we old buildings say, “Keep your roof strong, your windows and doors tight, your inside warm and dry, and you’ll have tenants who will love you.” — As told to Jo Pomeroy-Crockett CW

Official Rules: Who can enter?

Results:

Other contest rules:

• Photographers of all ages; must be residents of Oregon or Washington state.

• Top 10 photographs will be published in the Coast Weekend print edition on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2018.

• All photographs entered may be used in future publications by the EO Media Group

What photographs are eligible? • All subjects are welcome. • Digital entries: Digital photographs may be color or black-and-white and must be JPEGs, maximum of 5MB, 300 dpi resolution and at least 5”x7” in image size.

Submission deadline: • Entries will be accepted Friday, Nov. 17 through Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017

• Top 25 photographs will be published online at CoastWeekend.com on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2018.

• Each entry must include the entrant’s name, home address, age, a description of the photograph and email address.

• Gift cards will be awarded for first-, secondand third-place winners, plus a People’s Choice winner voted for online Dec. 18 to Dec. 24.

Submit all photos online at:

www.coastweekend.com/cwphotocontest

22 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

Light up a life this Christmas Ocean Beach Hospital hosts Tree of Light ceremony Dec. 1 By PATTY HARDIN FOR COAST WEEKEND

or many holiday lovers, the lighting of a Christmas tree, whether in a private home or public venue, marks the official start of the Christmas season. The Ocean Beach Hospital Foundation Board in Ilwaco invites the public to welcome the holidays with a Tree of Light ceremony. The event will take place 9:45 a.m. Friday, Dec. 1, in the Ocean Beach Hospital lobby. Caregivers, who are often family members, give so much of their time to care for others, and sometimes their efforts are overlooked. “This ceremony honors loved ones, caregivers and family,” said

COURTESY PATTY HARDIN

An ornament hangs on the Christmas tree at Ocean Beach Hospital in 2016.

Nansen Malin, Foundation Board president. Valerie Bittner, a certified lab technician at Ocean Beach Hospital, said the ceremony is “a time we would like to reflect on

what it means to be a presence in our community.” “It’s a time to cherish, commemorate, give thanks, share thoughtful memories and be blessed for each day,” she said. Why hold the tree lighting at the hospital? “The hospital lobby is a busy place,” Malin said. “It is our hope that the Tree of Light will brighten everyone’s spirits.” The holidays are a busy time. It can be easy to forget the people who give of their time to make others’ lives a little better. “People will have time to think of who has been a light in their lives,” Malin said. “They can purchase an ornament and place it on the tree in that person’s honor.” Wondering what to get someone for Christmas? Consider one of the special ornaments handcrafted by Val Bittner. You can write the name of the person you are honoring on the ornament and hang it on the tree. Ornaments are available in the hospital gift shop. Donations of any amount are welcome but not required. Funds go to the Ocean Beach Hospital Foundation.

These ornaments will be held for the donors after the tree is removed if they would like to have the keepsake for their own tree at home. “This ceremony is an important tradition for the community,” Malin said. “The Tree of Light brightens the spirits of so many who arrive at the hospital to receive care or to bring comfort to their loved ones. The holiday season is a time when we can reflect on our lives and our loved ones. “Placing an ornament on the tree is a tangible representation of honoring that person,” she continued. “It is really fun to watch people look at each ornament. They read the names and give thanks for those people, too.” The tree comes down after Christmas, and the ornaments will be held for pickup. “People need to let us know they want them,” Malin said. “We will have a list.” Christmas isn’t Christmas without music and special treats. The Ilwaco High School Choir will be singing at the tree lighting, and there will be coffee, tea, hot cider and yummy treats. CW

Columbia Bar

Mediterranean Mule By RYAN HUME

FOR COAST WEEKEND

s the sun drifts toward the constellation of Capricornus, aiming to reach that celestial cluster around late December, the local bar and restaurant Capricorn, in downtown Astoria, recently achieved another milestone. Nov. 29 was the one-year anniversary of Elena Shern’s pub in the space formerly occupied by Blu Orchid Thai on Commercial Street. I recently visited Capricorn Pub & Fine Foods as Shern was preparing to hold a Thanksgiving feast in the spot for customers as well as her family. Shern took a break from stuffing cabbage rolls — one of the Mediterranean delicacies her menu is known for — to pour me a drink. Having landed in Astoria by way of Romania, Greece, Turkey and Wisconsin, Shern’s bar has a similar global appeal, with some specific liquors and liqueurs popular south of the Balkan peninsula in Athens, Istanbul and Tripoli. The Mediterranean Mule — a sweeter, sunnier version of what they are pouring into copper mugs in dreary Moscow — gets its richness from Figenza, a fig-infused vodka

NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH 11am-4pm Tuesday-Saturday

carruthers 1198 Commercial Street Astoria, Oregon 97103 503.975.5305

Happy Hour

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

240 11TH STREET ASTORIA, OR 97103

that reminds her of her travels through Greece and Turkey, though it is imported from Germany. One of the nice things about having so many innovative bartenders in this town is that they have to source their booze through our local liquor stores, which means our local liquor stores have plenty of high-quality imports and domestics for the home consumer to play around with. Figenza is available at the Astoria Liquor Store. And Shern says, while she is aware of the recent health scare raised by copper mugs, you shouldn’t forgo the proper vessel. It’s not really a Mule without it. The Mediterranean Mule: 2 ounces Figenza, a fig-infused vodka Cock and Bull ginger beer Fresh lime juice Slice of lime for garnish Ice Pour the Figenza into a copper mug. Add ice. Top off the mug with ginger beer, then squeeze in the lime juice and garnish with a fresh slice of lime. —Recipe courtesy of Elena Shern, owner and manager, Capricorn Pub & Fine Foods, Astoria, Oregon CW

NOVEMBER 30, 2017 // 23

Fabric artist joins Astoria’s Tempo Gallery

Dec.

GEARHART — The next Gearhart First Saturday Art Walk will take place 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2.

A Great Gallery

576 Pacific Way Come and celebrate with us at our fourth annual Holiday Party. The Gallery will be full of holiday specials to say ‘thank you’ for all your support this year. Holiday cards, gift tags, night lights, clocks, hand-knitted items and beautiful new jewelry. There will be a drawing for a beautiful cardinal matted print along with great buys on originals. Refreshments and, of course, chocolate will be served.

By The Way

564 Pacific Way Happy Holidays to all! We are so excited to share the season with all our friends here at By The Way. Please come by and see what’s new and enjoy home made Italian Christmas cookies and a nog or two with us. We have beautiful holiday pillow, rugs, decor and more. Our holiday gift wrap will be available, too!

Romancing the Home

3350 U.S. Highway 101 N. Romancing the Home will host Erin Fenison, owner of Cannon Beach Soap Company, for our December Ar tWalk. Erin will be answering questions about her soap and introducing us

to all the enticing scents, including several soaps made for the holidays and gift giving. All of Erin’s soaps are made using only natural ingredients, and local flavors, including salt she distills from our Pacific sea water. A percentage of every sale goes back to local food banks. Erin’s soap is indeed the gift that keeps on giving! There will be refreshments …

Trails End Art Association

656 A St. Trail’s End Gallery will open a new and exciting show during the Gearhart Art Walk. The gallery will be displaying works by new as well as longtime members of the association. During the show opening hours, Janet Hutchings will be teaching her second “Make and Take It” workshop for folks young and old visiting the gallery that day. Each will be making wooden tree ornaments to take home for the holidays. The gallery is located in Gearhart at 656 A St., one block south of Pacific Way. The show will be up through the month of December. In addition to the fine two- and three-dimensional fine artworks in the gallery, the lobby also holds many beautiful art pieces in wood, fused glass and metal that would make lovely gifts for oneself or loved ones. Many prints of all sizes and note cards designed by our members are also available. We welcome budding as well as advanced artists, and there is no

SEASIDE INVERTED EXPERIENCE “Get Your Camera Ready” A One-of-a-Kind Photo Adventure with a Vintage SeasideTheme

Group Rates and Parties Available

503-470-8040 111 Broadway, Suite 11 Seaside, Oregon 97138

Downtown Seaside 1 Block from the Beach

www.seasideinverted.com email: Invertedexperience@gmail.com

COURTESY SUSAN THOMAS

A painting by Susan Thomas at A Great Gallery

juried process to join. Workshops and classes are available at times throughout the year, and, as a member, one can get involved in the open studios that are available in any media on Mondays, pastel on Tuesdays and watercolor on Wednesdays. We learn from each other and have an extensive multimedia library. A beginning watercolor class, taught by Debbie Loyd on Saturdays,

Jan. 6 through Feb. 3, still has a few openings. Please call the office or visit the gallery during the winter hours of 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. One may also enroll during the show’s opening Dec. 2. Come and see what we are about as the oldest gallery on the North Coast that was known in the early 20th century as “the little red schoolhouse.”

ASTORIA — Janet Hutchings, a fabric artist, has become the newest member of Tempo Gallery in Astoria. She recently came from San Diego, California, where she was a partner in Studio 3 Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park. She did demonstrations, taught classes and displayed her art there for four years. Hutchings creates quilted landscapes and abstract designs using fabric, thread, paint, ink and just about anything else that can enhance the image. Often, she uses her own nature photographs printed on fabric. She quilts these images and further adds to them to bring out details and give her work a 3-D effect. Hutchings said she is primarily self-taught, using

The

he Cannery Pier Hotel & Spa is a luxury boutique hotel built on the former site of a historic cannery 600 feet out into the Mighty Columbia River in Astoria, Oregon. The Hotel offers guests an unparalleled experience in a real working river... with diverse and exciting ship traffic to and from the Pacific Ocean.

Apartments

1046 Grand Avenue

Astoria, OR 97103

503-325-2280

books, seminars and trial and error to hone her skills. Her quilting has evolved from simple pieced designs to the art and landscape fabric pieces she creates today. Tempo Gallery is happy to welcome Hutchings as one of its members. New fabric art pieces by Hutchings will be featured in December. The gallery (1271 Commercial St.) is open noon to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Illahee

Why Live Anywhere Else?

COURTESY TEMPO GALLERY

“Looking Up,” fabric art by Janet Hutchings

• Private riverview balconies in all rooms • Fireplace, Complimentary Wi-fi throughout hotel • Clawfoot Tub with views, Terry Robes • Complimentary Continental Breakfast • Wine and appetizers each afternoon • Full service Day Spa on site • Fitness Room, Hot Tub, Finnish Sauna

Telephone 503.325.4996 Toll Free 888.325.4996 Facsimile 503.325.8350 www.cannerypierhotel

No. 10 Basin Street • Astoria, Oregon 97103

“Locals Only Special” * $ Limited Space Available December 2017 January 2018

Excludes New Year’s Eve Weekend

109

Please call hotel direct 503-325-4996

Per Night One Coupon per Stay Required Must Present Original Coupon at Check-in Deluxe King or Deluxe Double Queen

Rates subject to change without notice.

*Plus Applicable Tax

24 // COASTWEEKEND.COM

Sleigh The Season With Double & Triple VISA Rewards Points

Shop with a Wauna Credit Union VISA Rewards Credit Card & earn DOUBLE Rewards Points all during November & December! Earn TRIPLE Rewards Points November 23-27 & December 24th! *VISA Rewards Credit Cardholders will earn Double Rewards Points for purchases during Nov. & Dec. 2017. They earn Triple Rewards Points for purchases conducted Nov. 23-27 & Dec. 24, 2017. Rewards Points are not transferable. Complete promotion details available at waunafcu.org. Membership with Wauna Credit Union is required. This special offer ends Dec. 31, 2017.

800-773-3236 l waunafcu.org l NMLS 421867