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Astor Street Opry Company Theater announces upcoming shows

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Due to their owners’ failing health, these older dogs are in cages at the Animal Shelter.

What’s more they’ve lost their best friend and a loving home. That shouldn’t happen to a dog!

ASTORIA — Astor Street Opry Company’s “Shanghaied in Astoria” has closed for the season, but the fun never ends at 129 W. Bond St. Upcoming shows include the annual “Topsey Turvey Shanghaied,” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sept. 28 and 29. The already rollicking show is given an added twist as the guys take on the women’s roles and the gals take on the men’s roles. Following hard on the high heels of “Topsey Turvey Shanghaied” is the fall production, “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest,” starting Oct. 11 and running through Oct. 27. The season wouldn’t be complete without the annual holiday show, “Scrooged in As-

toria,” which starts Dec. 6 and runs through Dec. 23. Auditions for “Scrooged” will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, and 5 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16. In addition, applications are being accepted for the Winter Children’s Theatre shows and directors, with a deadline of Sept. 30. Applications are also being accepted for the annual New Works Festival script contest, with a deadline of Nov. 1. Finally, booth spaces are available for the annual Starving Artist Faire, to be held Dec. 7 through 9. For more information, call 503-325-6104 or log on to www.astorstreetoprycompany .com

Tillamook County Library Banned books ‘read-out’ for teens

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TILLAMOOK — Tillamook County Library is offering a Banned Books Teen Program from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27. Get ready to observe Banned Books Week at the library by participating in a banned books “read-out.” Read passages from your favorite banned books, such as the “Harry Potter” series, “The Hunger Games,” “The Giver,”

“In the Night Kitchen” and more. Participants will also be doing a light craft to display in the library. The “read-outs” will be recorded and displayed in audio form in the library during Banned Books Week, Sept. 30 to Oct. 6. Tillamook County Library is located at 1716 Third St. and can be reached at 503-842-4792.

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Trail’s End Art Center Shirley Dahlsten to teach painting class GEARHART — Astoria artist and author Shirley Dahlsten will offer a new Creative Painting class from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. beginning Thursday, Oct. 4. The course will be held at Trail’s End Art Center, 656 A St. Assignments will be challenging and entertaining. Special films and programs will be pre-

sented some afternoons and the class will end with a grand finale show Dec. 13. There is no tuition cost, but a donation to the Trail’s End Art Association is suggested. For more information, contact the instructor at 503-3251514 or jandsdahlsten@gmail .com

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Beach Chorus, under the direc- Community Presbyterian tion of John Church at 132 E. Buehler, invites Washington St. singers age 16 and The chorus will older to join the Mondays 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. prepare Handel’s nonaudition com- Chorus will prepare Handel’s “Messiah, Part I” munity chorus as “Messiah” and Christmas carols for and traditional rehearsals begin for Christmas carols Dec. 14 and 16 concerts the fall performfor concerts Dec. ance season. 14 and 16. For more informaRehearsals are Monday tion, visit www.cannonbeach evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. chorus.org

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Seeing ‘Shanghaied in Astoria’ for the first time

COASTAL LIFE

Walking the dog Grab the leash and hit the streets, fields, woods or beach

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“You’re going to need a lot of popcorn,” the man behind me advised. I had just taken my seat in the Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse. Through some whirwind that involved a mishap with the online ticketing system and an empty seat, I ended up dead center in the front row. It was closing weekend of “Shanghaied in Astoria.” I’d only been living in Astoria for 10 weeks, and I already knew the play was basically an institution in town. It was established with inside jokes, quirky costumes and a long-running history. “Shanghaied” tells the story of the sweet (but dumb) Norwegian Eric Olson, a cannery worker in Astoria who is in love with Miss Virginia. Unfortunately, Miss Viriginia’s guardian, Max Krooke, wants to take over Viriginia’s share in the cannery, and he schemes with his crony, Sneake, to get Eric out of the way. And it’s all told in a punny, interactive, vaudeville style complete with musical numbers. The audience was a little slow in its participation role during the first act: The front was

full of newcomers, like me, who weren’t prepared with enough popcorn or used to poking at the fourth wall when seeing a show. “Let me help you out,” the emcee said. “You boo the villain and cheer for the hero.” By the end of Act 2 the popcorn was flying (sometimes over my head), and Act 3 brought out a nonstop riot of boos, cheers and belly laughs. Before I moved to Astoria, I had no idea about its Scandivanian heritage. I’ve learned about Lewis and Clark and the Oregon Trail – but the Norwegians,

Swedes, Finns and Danes who fished and canned in the lower Columbia River and worked in the logging industry? It’s been a great experience, to discover this part of Oregon’s (and the North Coast’s) history. “Shanghaied” celebrates this history and keeps it alive in a fun way. I’ve met many people who have never seen the show, though it’s been running for 28 seasons, and they’ve been living here longer than I have. Though “Shanghaied” has closed, its Topsey Turvey pro-

duction, with switched gender roles, plays next weekend, Sept. 28 and 29. So if you’re passing through town or are North Coast-born-and-raised, check out “Shanghaied” – or you can wait for season 29 next summer. The actors will be waiting in the wings.

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Coastal Life BY MATT LOVE

Matt Love plays with Sonny on the beach in the fog. MATT LOVE PHOTO

Walking the dog Dogs. Dogs. Dogs.

I love them all. They seem to have accompanied me during most of the sublimely perfect private moments of my childhood and adult life. I can’t imagine not having one with me at the beach. I wouldn’t know how to walk. In my 15 years living on the Oregon Coast, I have successfully rescued nine out of 12 stray dogs. I adopted two and would need a book to describe the ways I benefitted from the experience of walking approximately 12,000 miles (mostly on Oregon’s beaches) with my canine friends. Wait! I did write a book on the subject! I hope it comes out one day, but really, one has to wonder if the literary world needs the publication of yet another dog book. Perhaps what the world needs is a book about terrible dog owners. I love dogs, but loathe the very existence of some of their owners, and lately these people seem right in my face. They neglect; they abuse; they scream; they chain; they forget that puppies grow up. They prefer watching television or trolling the Internet instead of interacting with their pets. And some of their kids are

in my life. even worse. If you are one of the terrible dog owners, I’ll It just dumbfounds me to see a family with grade school children and a dog, and the kids try not to judge, but I am calling you out – never bother to walk the dog or even play with meaning outside. Grab the leash and hit the it. My childhood dog, a beagle named Tex, was streets, fields, woods or beach. A mere 30 minmy best friend, and we walked everywhere to- utes a day will measurably improve your dog’s gether around Oregon City in the 1970s. In the disposition, not to mention your mental and physical health. summer, we’d be gone Study after study all day, and I would proves this. bring along lunch for Grab the leash and hit the streets, If you’re a tourist both of us. fields, woods or beach. to the coast and Just think what brought your dog these dog owners miss along, then make sure by not venturing out daily into their local communities and natural you take it to the beach. The sight of a dog losplaces. They might talk to a neighbor or see a ing its mind at the ocean’s edge is one of the bald eagle. They might discover the meaning of happiest spectacles a person can witness in modlife. They might even fall in love. ern life. The stuff I’ve witnessed walking Oregon’s Walking your dog might revolutionize your publicly owned beaches at all hours in all whole soul. It happens. I’ll never forget how my weather with my dogs transformed me spiritu- dearly departed shepherd Ray, my first rescue, ally and aesthetically. That wouldn’t have hap- would come to the bed or couch whenever I felt pened without my dogs because I never really waylaid by depression or existential uncertainty walked anywhere as an adult until I got them and keep grunting until I got up and took him and made taking them to the beach a priority to the beach. He would not take “no” for an

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answer. By the way, he despised television when I had it a decade ago, and he would actually leave the room when it came on. And because for some reason I could not refuse Ray’s entreaty to take him for a walk, my whole life changed. For one thing, at that point in my life, at 35 years of age, I hadn’t written a word for publication and didn’t know who I really was. I was lost as an adult. Walking my dog changed all that. It might help you, too. And if you don’t have a dog and can’t assume that responsibility, volunteer as a walker at the animal shelter or walk the neighbor’s dog – even if the neighbor regularly walks the dog. I do that all the time. Hell, I’ll walk anybody’s dog. Matt Love lives in Newport and is the author/editor of eight books about Oregon, including his most recent, “Sometimes a Great Movie: Paul Newman, Ken Kesey and the Filming of the Great Oregon Novel.” He can be reached at lovematt100@yahoo.com. His books are available at independent bookstores along the coast.

Stepping Out THEATER

MUSIC

Thursday, Sept. 20

“Monograms” 7 p.m., McTavish Room, Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, www.liberty-theater.org, $15, discounts available for the reader’s theater series. Sen Incavo directs a reader’s theater performance of “Monograms,” by Sue Mach, based upon the life of Portland poet Hazel Hall.

Dallas Williams 6 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover. Dallas Williams plays folk and Americana.

Friday, Sept. 21

Basin Street NW 6 to 8 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Dave Drury, Chuck Wilder and Todd Pederson play

“Rumpelstiltskin” 7 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-2999, www.peninsula-players.com, $15. In the classic children’s tale, a poor miller brags that his daughter can spin straw into gold. The King imprisons her with orders to spin a roomful of straw into a roomful of gold. She cannot spin at all, much less fulfill the king’s order. An impish creature comes to her aid, but there are strings attached. This production was written and

mainstream jazz classics.

scored by Wilma and Robert Frankovich of Ocean Park, Wash.

The Thomasian Trio 6 to 10 p.m., Twisted Fish Steakhouse, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3467, no cover. The Thomasian Trio plays jazz, blues and classic rock.

“A Week of Augusts” 8 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $15 or $20. Five sorority sisters gather at a small B&B where they have met for years. Under the tutelage (or control) of Evie, this odd assortment of women evade arrest, rehash past jealousies and drink a lot of wine. Humor mixes with painful insights as Evie stages a reunion you will not soon forget.

Saturday, Sept. 22

Brian O’Connor 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Acoustic jazz guitarist Brian O’Connor plays an eclectic mix of jazz standards and original compositions.

Jam Session 7 p.m., Triangle Tavern, 222 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. All are welcome to play, sing or just listen. Salty Dogs 9 p.m. to midnight, Sam’s Seaside Cafe, 104 Broadway, Seaside, 503-717-1725, no cover. Salty Dogs play a mix of folk, blues, classic rock and fun oldies.

“A Night at the Olios” and “Ole and Lena’s Wedding” 7:30 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, www.astorstreetoprycompany.com, $15 each or two for $25. Hosted by Dave Bergquist and Ryan Davis, this special presentation is a full evening of unique “Shanghaied” Olio acts from the 2012 season, along with a reader’s theater presentation of “Ole and Lena’s Wedding.”

Friday, Sept. 21

“Rumpelstiltskin” 7 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-2999, www.peninsula-players.com, $15.

Barney Perrine 6 to 8 p.m., Wet Dog Café, 144 11th St., Astoria, 503-325-6975, www.wetdogcafe.com, no cover. Barney Perrine performs blues and classic rock hits on acoustic and electric guitar.

“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” 8 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $18 or $23. Charlie Brown stands alone as his friends give their various opinions of him. Today everyone is calling him a “good man,” but he wonders if he really is. Travel with Charlie and Snoopy as they try to find out how to really become a good person, with some of the most endearing characters and songs in all of musical theater.

Jennifer Goodenberger 6 to 9 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Jennifer Goodenberger plays jazz piano.

Sunday, Sept. 23 “Rumpelstiltskin” 2 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-2999, www.peninsula-players.com, $15.

AUDITIONS Saturday, Sept. 22 “The Nutcracker” 12:15 p.m., Maddox Dance Studio, 389 S. Main Ave., Warrenton, 503-861-1971, www.maddoxdancers.com. For boys and girls ages 7 and older. Check-in is 20 minutes before the audition. Girls should dress in black leotards, pink tights and ballet shoes and with their hair in a bun. Boys should dress in white T-shirts and black pants or shorts. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Schedule is: 12:15 p.m. – Baby Mice, Bon-Bons, Big Mice; 12:45 p.m. – Soldiers, Angels.

Bill Hayes 5 to 8 p.m., Cannon Beach Cookie Company, 239 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361129. Bill Hayes plays acoustic rock, folk and bluegrass.

The Thomasian Trio 6 to 9 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, ages 21 and older. The Thomasian Trio plays jazz, blues and classic rock. Tom Trudell 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-

Jennifer Goodenberger 6 to 9 p.m., Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-2442, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Jennifer Goodenberger plays classical, improvisational, contemporary and contemplative originals on piano. Redray Frazier 7 p.m., Peninsula Arts Center, 504 Pacific Ave. N., Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2011, http://peninsulaartscenter.org, $10. Portland’s Redray Frazier sings a soulful mix of rock, folk and blues. He’ll be joined by Portland guitarist Matt Brown. Eric John Kaiser 8 to 10 p.m., The Cove @ Night, Peninsula Golf Course, 9604 Pacific Highway N., Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2828, http://thecoveatnight.com, no cover, all ages. Eric John Kaiser plays acoustic rock and pop with a French flavor and overtones of country, blues and bluegrass.

Sunday, Sept. 23 Tom Trudell 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Tom Trudell plays jazz piano. All That Jazz 2 to 4 p.m., Wet Dog Café, 144 11th St., Astoria, 503-325-6975. Donations will benefit the band’s Astoria High School music scholarship. The Manhattan Transfer 4 p.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, www.liberty-theater.org, $35 to $45. Relive the dulcet tones of the famous multi-Grammy-winning jazz foursome that started in 1969 in New York City. Brian Johnstone 6 to 8 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, ages 21 and older. Brian Johnstone plays flamenco guitar, as well as jazz, blues and originals. Third Street Band 8 p.m., Fort George Brewery and Public House, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, 503-325-7468, www.fortgeorgebrewery.com, no cover. Brad Griswold (banjo/vocals), Patti Kuebelbeck (bass/vocals), Lou Kuebelbeck (guitar/vocals) are joined by guest musician Barbara Collins on fiddle. They play bluegrass, folk, country and originals.

Tuesday, Sept. 25 Burger and Blues Night 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., T. Paul’s Supper Club, 360 12th St., Astoria, 503-325-2545, no cover. Richard T. plays the blues. Brian O’Connor 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Acoustic jazz guitarist Brian O’Connor plays an eclectic mix of jazz standards and original compositions.

4150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Tom Trudell plays piano.

Wednesday, Sept. 26

Rose’s Pawn Shop 7 to 10 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover, all ages. Rose’s Pawn Shop plays a fusion of rock, country, bluegrass and punk.

The Coconuts 6 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover. Bill Hayes, Dave Quinton and Gary Keiski are the Coconuts, playing classic swing and jazz, country, bluegrass and folk.

Saturday, Sept. 22

Thursday, Sept. 27

Bill Hayes 6 to 8 p.m., Wet Dog Café, 144 11th St., Astoria, 503-325-6975, www.wetdogcafe.com, no cover. Bill Hayes plays acoustic rock, folk and bluegrass.

Dallas Williams 6 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539,

David Drury 6 to 9 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Dave Drury plays jazz guitar.

Basin Street NW 6 to 8 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777,

www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover.

www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover.

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Stepping Out MUSIC continued Brian O’Connor 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., 360-6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. The Thomasian Trio 6 to 10 p.m., Twisted Fish Steakhouse, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3467, no cover. Jam Session 7 p.m., Triangle Tavern, 222 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. Salty Dogs 9 p.m. to midnight, Sam’s Seaside Cafe, 104 Broadway, Seaside, 503-717-1725, no cover.

MARKETS and STREET FAIRS Includes recurring farmers markets, flea markets, auctions and street fairs.

Thursday, Sept. 20 River People Farmers Market 3 to 6 p.m., Astoria Indoor Garden Supply parking lot, 13th and Duane streets, Astoria, www.riverpeoplemarket.org. Featuring fresh, farm-grown produce, flowers, plant starts, farm-raised eggs, locally caught fish and ready-to-consume food. Long Beach Grange Indoor Market 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, 360-777-8898, www.longbeachgrange.org/Weekend-Market2.html, free admission, vendors $10 per table per day. Featuring a variety of products. Kitchen has food available. Two Islands Farm Market 3 to 6:30 p.m., Stockhouse’s Farm, 62 W. Birnie Slough Road, Puget Island, Cathlamet, Wash., 360-849-4145, www.stockhousesfarm.com. Featuring farm fresh produce, home-made goodies and more. Manzanita Farmers Market 5 to 8 p.m., Windermere Realty parking lot, 467 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-3339, www.manzanitafarmersmarket.com. Featuring fresh local produce and farm products, live entertainment, kids’ activities and ready-to-eat foods.

Saturday, Sept. 22 Tillamook Farmers’ Market 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Second Street and Laurel Avenue, Tillamook, 503-842-2146, www.tillamookfarmersmarket.com. With fresh produce, crafts, flowers, live music and special events.

Thursday, Sept. 27 River People Farmers Market 3 to 6 p.m., Astoria Indoor Garden Supply parking lot, 13th and Duane streets, Astoria, www.riverpeoplemarket.org

EVENTS Thursday, Sept. 20 St. Mary’s Quilt Fair 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 960 Missouri Ave., Vernonia, 503-429-8841, admission by $1 donation, raffle tickets $1 each or six for $5. The annual quilt and crafting fair runs through Sunday, with quilts, handcrafts and food. Lunch is served at 11 a.m. This year’s raffle Star of Bethlehem quilt is in autumn colors. Trivia Night 6 p.m., The Ship Inn Lounge, No. 1 Second St., Astoria, 503-325-0033, ages 21 and older. Bring a team or just bring yourself and test your knowledge of useless facts. PageTurners Book Discussion 6 to 7 p.m., Ilwaco Timberland Library, 158 First Ave. N., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-3908, www.TRL.org, free, for adults. Join in a discussion of “Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim,” by David Sedaris. Nature Matters 7 p.m., Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St., Astoria, 503-738-9126, www.nclctrust.org, free. Oregon Sea Grant College Program instructor Sam Chan will speak about aquatic invasive species that could arrive with the incoming tsunami debris, and a larger context on invasive species pathways and ways people can help to minimize their impacts in Oregon. “Shaawanoki: The Skunk Ape – Florida’s Bigfoot” 7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free. Filmmaker Andreas Wallach will show “Shaawanoki: The Skunk Ape – Florida’s Bigfoot,” a documentary that focuses on the Florida version of Bigfoot, which was named Shaawanoki by the Seminole Indians.

Friday, Sept. 21 St. Mary’s Quilt Fair 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 960 Missouri Ave., Vernonia, 503-429-8841, admission by $1 donation, raffle tickets $1 each or six for $5. Oktoberfest 2 p.m., Seaside American Legion Hall, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111. Featuring a wine tasting, a variety of beers, German food and live music by Coreen’s Oompah Band.

Saturday Market at the Port 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Howerton Way, Port of Ilwaco, Wash., http://portofilwaco.com/events/saturday-market/. Food, produce, hand-crafted Northwest items and more.

Friday Night Mixer 5 to 7 p.m., Imogen Gallery, 240 11th St, Astoria, 503-468-0620, free. Enjoy a social hour at the gallery, with lovely art and lively conversation, plus beverages provided by Astoria Coffeehouse.

Sunday, Sept. 23

Trivia Night 7 p.m., Baked Alaska, No. 1 12th St., Astoria, 503-325-7414, $2 per person per game.

Astoria Sunday Market 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 12th Street between Marine Drive and Exchange Street, Astoria, 503-3251010, www.astoriasundaymarket.com. Enjoy live music in the food court while shopping for fine art, crafts, gift items and fresh produce.

Tuesday, Sept. 25 Cannon Beach Farmers Market 2 to 5 p.m., South Hemlock and Gower streets, Cannon Beach, www.cannonbeachmarket.org. Offering a variety of fresh produce, pasture-raised meat, organic cheeses, wild-caught seafood and hand-crafted artisan food products.

Saturday, Sept. 22 Cape Disappointment Spring Triathlon and Duathlon 8 a.m., Black Lake Park, off Sandridge Road, Ilwaco, Wash., http://capedtri.com, $50 to $100 entry, free for spectators. The course includes a 500 meter swim, 12 mile ride and 3.1 mile run. The park is the transition area for all three legs. The duathlon begins when the triathlon begins and follows the same course but excludes the swim. Oktoberfest 10 a.m., Seaside American Legion Hall, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111. Featuring a wine tasting, a variety of beers, German food and live music by Coreen’s Oompah Band.

Ecola Creek Forest Reserve Guided Walk 10 a.m. to noon, Ecola Creek Forest Reserve, end of Elk Creek Road into reserve and back, Cannon Beach, free, no registration required, all ages, no dogs. Barbara Linnett will lead the walk along an easy 1.5-mile trail, to help people become acquainted with the reserve’s native plants and trees. Longer walks are available. SOLVE Cleanup 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., beaches and riversides Oregon, www.solv.org. SOLVE will host a cleanup of beaches and riversides. Visit website to find specific areas or projects. St. Mary’s Quilt Fair 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 960 Missouri Ave., Vernonia, 503-429-8841, admission by $1 donation, raffle tickets $1 each or six for $5. Jan Bono Book Signing 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Long Beach Coffee Roasters, 811 Pacific Ave. S., Long Beach, Wash., 360642-4932, www.JanBonoBooks.com. Local author Jan Bono will hold a book signing of “Through My Looking Glass, Volume II,” a new book of compilations of her humorous newspaper columns. United Paws Adoptathon Noon to 3 p.m., 4-H Dorm, Tillamook County Fairgrounds, 4603 Third St., Tillamook, 503-8425663, unitedpaws.wordpress.com. Adoption fee includes neuter/spay or certificate for neuter/spay. Animals are current with inoculations. Adopters will be screened for animals’ safety. Dogs are microchipped. “Crazy Eights” Author Tour 2 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1391, free. Eight award-winning Oregon authors will take part in a fast-paced literary slam, telling about their life and works in five minutes. A mixer will follow. “American Muslims in Oregon” 2 to 4 p.m., CCC Performing Arts Center, 588 16th St., Astoria, 503-325-1895, www.lcdiversityproject.org, free. The Lower Columbia Diversity Project will hold the first in a new series, “Religious Diversity.”The speakers will be Salma Ahmad of the Islamic Society of Greater Portland and Shahriar Ahmed of Bilal Mosque Association of Beaverton. Open Mic and Community Art Project 5 to 9 p.m., Sou’Wester Lodge, 3728 J Place, Seaview, Wash., 202-445-6669, http://souwesterlodge.com, free. Enjoy live music, a family friendly community art project and an open mic. Global Frackdown 6:30 p.m., Warrenton Community Center, 170 S.W. Third St., Warrenton, http://action.foodandwaterwatch.org/p/salsa/event/common/public/?event_KEY=75709. There will be a screening of “The Sky is Pink,” a follow-up to “Gasland.” Event includes snacks and discussion about hydraulic fracturing and liquefied natural gas, plus an opportunity to join a photo petition to the governor showing your reasons for opposing fracking and LNG.

Sunday, Sept. 23 St. Mary’s Quilt Fair 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 960 Missouri Ave., Vernonia, 503-429-8841, admission by $1 donation, raffle tickets $1 each or six for $5.

Tuesday, Sept. 25 Coastal Writers’ Critique 10 a.m., PUD Building, 9610 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-4932 (Jan Bono). Join in the discussion and critique of writing works in progress for encouragement, support and inspiration. Get Prepared Pacific County 6 to 7 p.m., Naselle Timberland Library, 4 Parpala Road, Naselle, Wash., 360-484-3877, www.TRL.org, free, for adults. September is National Preparedness Month. Join presenters from Pacific County Emergency Management to discuss how to take care of yourself and your family in a tsunami or other emergency. Learn how to make a family emergency plan and a survival kit for home or car, and leave with an emergency light jar.

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Stepping Out EVENTS continued Wednesday, Sept. 26 Authors’ Showcase 6 p.m. sign-up starts, 6:30 p.m. readings start, Olde Towne Trading Post, 122 Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-4932. Local authors sign up to read from recent publications or works in progress. Everyone is welcome to read or listen. Coffee and refreshments available at 6 p.m., before the readings.

Thursday, Sept. 27 Trivia Night 6 p.m., The Ship Inn Lounge, No. 1 Second St., Astoria, 503-325-0033, ages 21 and older. Bring a team or just bring yourself and test your knowledge of useless facts.

YOUTH EVENTS Thursday, Sept. 27 Banned Books Teen Program 5:30 to 7 p.m., Tillamook County Library, 1716 Third St., Tillamook, 503-842-4792, free. Teens can get ready to observe Banned Books Week (Sept. 30 to Oct. 6) at the library by participating in a banned books “read-out,” reading from favorite books that have been banned. Participants will also do a light craft to display in the library and the readings will be recorded and displayed in audio form in the library during Banned Books Week.

CLASSES Yoga Your choice of class times: 5:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays and 4:30 p.m. Sundays, Lotus Yoga, 1230 Marine Drive, No. 101, Astoria, 503-298-3874, lotusyoga@live.com, www.lotusyogaonline.com, free. Take a free sample class during September. No obligation, but if you wish to register for October classes, you will receive one free week of unlimited yoga classes.

Thursday, Sept. 20 Painting/Mixed Media 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Columbia Education Center, 208 Advent Ave. S.E., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-9433, www.ghc.edu/columbia, $75.90, or $50.60 ages 55 and older, supplies not included. Choose from watercolors, pastels, acrylics or oils. Hone your skills in one area or dabble in them all. Course runs through Nov. 29. Love. Talk. Play 5 to 6:30 p.m., Naselle Timberland Library, 4 Parpala Road, Naselle, Wash., 360-484-3877, www.TRL.org, for adults and children. Join in an evening full of simple, everyday ways to give babies and toddlers what they need to grow and learn. Activities are designed for parents, caregivers, and children birth through age 3, so bring your little ones. Dinner is included. This program takes place after the library closes and no other library services will be available.

Saturday, Sept. 22 Preservation of Historic Windows 9 a.m. to noon, 3349 Grand Ave., Astoria, 503-325-3245, $5 Lower Columbia Preservation Society members, $7 nonmembers. Tim Kennedy and Pam Chestnut will be removing antique double-hung sashes for repair, reglazing and reinstallation. Ladies Day Jewelry Beading 1 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free, preregistration required. The Seaside Library wants to give you the opportunity to let your artistic flag fly. Using a variety of glass, clay and wooden beads, participants will construct necklaces. The instructor will also be showing the technique for making paper beads out of recycled materials. “Ladies Day” is also open to men.

Astoria Animal Hospital Dannell Davis, DVM gives dog training advice for your puppy Q: I know that you are a vet and not a dog trainer, but do you have any advice for teaching a puppy? A: I talk to people all the time about training and training-related issues. I will share with you what I counsel my clients. First, most animals, like humans, want to please, and the basis of any training plan must use this foundation. As the trainer, you need to create a situation where you can encourage the behaviors you desire. For example, I would not try to start a training period when the puppy is full of energy; allow some energy-releasing playtime first. I have found it best to encourage playtime in a manner that will get the dog starting to pay attention to you, for example, gentle ball games or going for a walk. I generally do not recommend activities like tug-of-war or activities that will encourage you and the dog to be at odds with each other. Second, you need to have a clear idea of what you want to train. The three commands that I recommend every dog know and be able to perform at 99 percent level are: “come,” “wait,” and “go to bed.” In order to perform these commands, the dog must know his or her name, be familiar with the hierarchy in the household and be comfortable in his or her position (hopefully the dog is not the most dominant), respond to positive feedback, and have a bed to go to. You will notice that “sit” is not on the list. This is because many of the dogs nowadays come from overly bred stock and have structural problems with their backs, hips and stifles (knees). I think training this command will likely lead to pain for the dog, and pain in any form is not desirable. If you are dealing with a dog that is fighting for dominance, you will require a trainer who has specific training education in this field. However, if you suspect your puppy is this way, I would recommend getting him or her sterilized ASAP. Many dominance and aggressive traits have reproductive hormone links, and neutering lowers these hormones. I caution anyone with a dog that is showing dominance traits from breeding to “calm him/her down.” There is no guarantee that it will make this trait lesser; it could make it worse. Third, a defined training strategy will likely increase your success rate. For example, choose what commands you see as most important and train those first, use the same language for teaching at the beginning, and start with one person training until the command is familiar and then introduce other people. A good strategy will promote success through reward rather through failure and punishment. So, when embarking on a training program, if you try to train a little bit of everything each training session, you may have difficulties. Rather, I would recommend teaching one command in different scenarios, until it is mostly mastered, then move on. Fourth, the equipment you use to train should allow the dog to learn. We want dogs to become more confident that what they’re doing is right. Try not to punish when he or she gets it wrong. If you are working under the principle that “dogs want to please,” then using a punishment-based training program could leave the dog guessing on what the right action is, and frustration and bad behavior may result as a consequence. Most puppies are fairly easily trainable with the correct equipment. Some dogs only require a collar and a leash; others require more equipment such as a Halti collar, choke chain or pinch collar.

I personally prefer the Halti Collar as it works on the principle “where the head goes, the body will follow.” This principle is what is employed when leading a horse with a halter or bridle. Choke chains and pinch collars (and god forbid shock collars) in my opinion are less desirable, as they are designed for punishment and pain rather than praise. It is important to NEVER leave equipment used for training (the Halti collar, choke chain or pinch collar) on when a dog is unattended or off-leash; these are only for training sessions, and making that distinction will improve your success. I hope that this helps you with your puppy. If for some reason more training is required, there are many excellent trainers in our area who are ready and willing to help you.

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CANNON BEACH — A new Oregon author tour is on the road this will be a fast-paced literary slam. A mixer, wherein the authors will interact one-on-one with members of the audience to discuss their fall under the banner of “Crazy Eights Author Tour.” The intention is to stimulate more interest in Oregon’s writing work and personally sign books, will follow the rapid-fire presentaand publishing communities by connecting them with readers, book- tions. The eight authors who will be present at the Cannon Beach Lisellers and libraries in an exciting new way. Author George Byron Wright said the idea came to him while brary Sept. 22 include Ruth Tenzer Feldman, an award-winning auon a recent road trip. Once the idea jelled, Wright was able to inter- thor of books and articles, mainly for children and young adults. Her new book, “Blue Thread,” is a historical ficest 28 of Oregon’s award-winning authors tion/fantasy for young adults. and eight independent bookstores to particTawna Fenske’s debut romantic comipate in an author tour that will bring eight 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 edy, “Making Waves,” was nominated for authors at a time to eight separate venues Cannon Beach Library Best Contemporary Romance in 2011, and across the state from mid-September to her second book, “Believe It or Not,” was mid-November. 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach dubbed “another riotous trip down funny“The tour is totally volunteer,” said 503-436-1391 bone lane.” Wright. “It has been the generosity of the Free James Bernard Frost is the celebrated authors that has made it work. They are passionate about supporting independent bookstores, libraries and author of the novel, “World Leader Pretend,” as well as the Lowell Thomas award-winning travel guide for vegetarians, “The Artichoke our communities of readers.” Cannon Beach is the second stop on the Crazy Eights Author Train.” His new book is “A Very Minor Prophet,” named by Chuck Tour. Cannon Beach Book Company will host eight authors at 2 Palahniuk as the best novel, ever, about Portland’s underground. Lauren Kessler, winner of the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Asp.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, at the Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemsociation and two Oregon Book Awards, is the author of six works lock St. Admission is free. The event format will be something akin to speed dating, only of narrative nonfiction, including “Stubborn Twig.” Her new book, with authors. Each author will have five minutes to address the au- “Counterclockwise: One Mid-life Woman’s Quest to Turn Back the dience about their life as a writer and introduce their latest book. It Hands of Time,” will be out in 2013. Sid Miller, born in Hawaii but now settled in Portland, created The Burnside Review, and he continues to work as executive director of the literary journal. In his newest book of poetry, “Dot-to-Dot, Oregon,” he explores seven routes from the coast to the mountains and uses these locales to narrate his loving but critical relationship with the state he calls home. Barbara Roberts, Oregon’s first woman governor and one of the first 10 female governors in the nation, presents her new autobiography, “Up the Capitol Steps, A Woman’s March to the Governorship.” She served as Oregon Secretary of State, was a member of the Oregon House of Representatives and was Majority Leader in l983-84. Karen Spears Zacharias, whose work appears in the New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, Newsweek and many other journals, is a vocal advocate for veterans and military families. She will talk about her latest book, “A Silence of Mockingbirds: the Memoir of a Murder,” an account of the murder of Karly Sheehan of Corvallis. R. Gregory Nokes, a 43-year career writer of The Associated Press and The Oregonian, began a second career as a writer and lecturer on the experience of immigrant Chinese in the Pacific Northwest. His book, “Massacred for Gold, the Chinese in Hells Canyon,” was selected as one of the top 10 nonfiction titles of 2010. He is working on a new book dealing with the treatment of African Americans in the early days of the region’s settlement. Wright is an Oregon native, his history being reflected in his books, “Baker City 1948,” “Tillamook 1952,” “Roseburg 1959” and “Driving to Vernonia.” His most recent novel is “Newport Blues, A Salesman’s Lament.” The Crazy Eights Authors Tour began in Baker City. After Cannon Beach, the tour will visit Redmond, Portland, McMinnville, Hood River, Lake Oswego and The Dalles.

ASTORIA — Lotus Yoga invites those interested to come in for one free class of your choice during September. There is no obligation, but if at that time you would like to register for classes through October, you will receive one free week of unlimited yoga classes. Classes begin at 5:30 p.m.

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Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays and 4:30 p.m. Sundays. Call 503298-3874, email lotusyoga @live.com or come in 15 minutes before class time. Lotus Yoga is located at 1230 Marine Drive, No. 101. For more information, log on to www.lotusyogaonline.com

SOLVE cleanup Oregonians hit beaches to collect trash It doesn’t take a natural disaster to wash debris into the ocean. The fall rains in Oregon can potentially send thousands of pounds of litter and debris from alongside rivers and beaches out to sea. Thousands of Oregonians will team up from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, to make sure that doesn’t happen by taking part in SOLVE’s Beach and Riverside Cleanup. Presented by the Oregon Lottery, the SOLVE Beach and Riverside Cleanup includes more than 100 cleanup and watershed restoration projects throughout the state. Last year, more than 4,650 volunteers removed trash and improved watersheds at sites throughout the state.

Volunteers typically clean up cigarette filters, Styrofoam, plastic caps, lids, bottles and bags. “While these may seem like small, harmless items,” said Briana Goodwin, SOLVE program coordinator, “cumulatively they can pose a large threat to a variety of wildlife.” Most products made out of plastic do not biodegrade but instead break down into tiny pieces that can be harmful to fish, birds and marine mammals. “Oftentimes, these small pieces of plastic are mistaken for food,” Goodwin added. Volunteers can sign up for specific areas or projects at www.solv.org. Those who can’t volunteer can still make a difference by making a donation to SOLVE to support the cleanup.

Grays Harbor College Painting course offered in Ilwaco ILWACO, Wash. — Grays Harbor College offers a painting/mixed media course from Sept. 20 to Nov. 29, at the Columbia Education Center. In this multi-medium painting class, students may choose from watercolors, pastels, acrylics or oils. Hone your skills in one area or dabble in them all.

Tuition is $75.90, or $50.60 for ages 55 and older and supplies are not included. The class will meet Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Columbia Education Center at 208 Advent Ave. S.E. in Ilwaco. For more information, call 360-642-9433 or log on to www.ghc.edu/columbia

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Local author Jan Bono holds signing for new book

ASTORIA — The Lower CoAhmed is the president of lumbia Diversity Project pres- the Bilal Mosque Association of ents the first in a new series, Oregon. Since 9/11, he has had “Religious Diversity.” The the opportunity of engaging in speakers will be Salma Ahmad interfaith discussions between of the Islamic Society of Greater churches, synagogues, schools, Portland and Shahriar Ahmed of colleges and universities. Ahmed Bilal Mosque Association of has a master’s degree from the Beaverton. The program, “Amer- State University of New York at ican Muslims in Oregon,” will Buffalo and a Ph.D. from Rice be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Satur- University in electrical engineerday, Sept. 22, at the Clatsop ing. He is also an adjunct faculty Community College Performing member at the Oregon Graduate Arts Center, 588 16th St. The Institute. program is free. This community forum is As a longtime resident of the cosponsored by the LCDP and Portland area, Ahmad has been Clatsop Community College’s working to repair and strengthen IOU (Isms, Obias, and Us) relations among various ethnic Committee. and religious groups. In 2009, The mission of the LCDP is she received the Federal Bureau to engage with diversity issues of Investigation Diin the region, educate rector’s Community “American Muslims the community on Leadership Award. the benefits of diverin Oregon” Since 2003, she has sity, tolerance and in2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 been president of the clusion, and provide Islamic Society of Performing Arts Center a forum through Greater Portland, the which individuals 588 16th St., Astoria oldest official Musand groups may ad503-325-1895 lim organization in dress concerns relatwww.lcdiversityproject.org Oregon. The society ing to diversity in the Free promotes greater uncommunity. derstanding among Muslims, For more information, confosters relationships between tact Drew Herzig at 503-325Muslims and non-Muslims and 1895 or lcdiversity promotes the understanding of project@gmail.com or log on to Islam. www.lcdiversityproject.org

LONG BEACH, Wash. — Author the Soul” series. She has also Jan Bono wrote 272 humorous penned several other short story personal newspaper columns for collections and 12 one-act plays. the Chinook Observer between She is currently looking for an 1993 and 2003. In 1995, 68 of agent for her first mystery novel, those award-winning stories ap- set on the Long Beach Peninpeared in a collection published sula. by Kaleidoscope Press. “But I kept coming back to Fast forward to 2012, and these columns,” she said. “So I “Through My Looking Glass, decided to self-publish this secVolume II,” a 71-story collection ond volume in order to keep gleaned from those same these stories alive.” columns, is hot off the presses. Bono’s family and friends “It took a little time,” said are often the subject of her writBono, “but a good story is still ing, and in August, her one-act a good story. My original pub- play, “A Visit With Mom,” was lisher is now doing missionary performed at the River City work in ThaiPlayhouse. land, but we “Nobody’s agreed these safe around stories were me,” she said. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 meant to be “There are stoLong Beach Coffee Roasters told over and ries every811 Pacific Ave. S., Long Beach, Wash. where, in every over again.” 360-642-4932 In the ensingle day, just suing years, begging to be www.JanBonoBooks.com Bono has writwritten.” ten for magazines ranging from Some of her chapters include Guidepost to Woman’s World Special Occasions, Unforgettable and has had numerous stories in- Characters, Diet and Exercise, cluded in the “Chicken Soup for Critters and Multiple Personal-

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THE ART OF TRUFFLE HUNTING

here’s black gold in the hills during the summer and a truffle hunter in the winter; he founded the of Oregon, but you won’t company with his college friend and fellow field biologist Matt Morfind multinational oil com- ris, of Astoria. Then they recruited Xylo, who has the look of a Jack panies drilling for it. You’ll find a Russell terrier, to be their Chief Truffle Finder, and he took to his casmall dog named Xylo digging it out reer change like, well, a dog to truffles. of the ground for a company that bears As early as the Roman Empire, pigs were used to hunt truffles. his name. Unfortunately, pigs eat too much of what they find, so the use of dogs Xylo is a truffle hunter, and he is is increasingly common. These “truffle hounds,” as they are called, are good at his job: He has about 150 mil- not a breed. “You can teach any dog to do this,” says Morris. But lion scent receptors in his nose, com- why train a dog, or a pig, for that matter, to hunt for fungi? Why not pared to a human’s five million. just go into the forest and dig industriously around the roots of Doug Edible truffles are highly esteemed firs? in French, Spanish, northern Italian and It turns out that Oregon truffles have a reputation for low quality Greek cooking. Gastronome Jean An- due to just this sort of practice, raking around trees and taking every thelme Brillat-Savarin called them “the truffle found. “When ripe, our truffles are comparable to any in the diamond of the kitchen” – high praise world,” explains Morris, “and truffle hounds are trained to the scent for the fruiting body of a subterranean of ripe truffles.” Unfortunately rakes not only disturb the forest undermushroom, which is what a truffle is. story, they take truffles in all stages of ripeness, from unripe to foul. Truffles are ectomycorrhizal, meaning they Highly qualified truffle hounds like Xylo disdain to notice the low are fungi associated with certain trees, and they help transfer nutrients quality truffles, digging only those at the peak of ripeness. throughout an ecosystem. Luckily for Oregon epicures, both white Europe’s famous truffles are under a cloud of suspicion owing to and black truffle vathe influx of lowrieties are associated quality raked truffles with the Douglas from China. At the fir. same time, the repuXylo’s owner is tation of and market Ebenezer Krantz, for Oregon truffles is but it might be betmushrooming beter to call Krantz his cause of dogs like associate in a comXylo. mercial venture, There are three Xylo’s Truffle Oil, VISUAL ARTS • LITERATURE • THEATER • MUSIC & MORE rycnin to S ed u LLC. Krantz is a STORY AND PHOTOS BY DWIGHT CASWELL on page 22 wildlife biologist

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Xylo’s White Truffled Risotto INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons shallots, minced 1 tablespoon garlic, minced 1 cup sliced mushrooms (wild if available) 2 cups arborio rice 3 cups vegetable broth 2 cups non-fat milk 2/3 cup Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons chives, chopped Xylo’s Oregon White Truffle Oil DIRECTIONS • In a sauté pan heat the olive oil. When the pan is smoking hot, sauté the shallots, garlic and mushrooms for 1 minute • With a wooden spoon, stir in rice and sauté for 1 minute • Add the vegetable broth, 1 cup at a time. Then add the milk, 1 cup at a time, until all the liquid is incorporated • Stir constantly on medium heat. Once the rice starts to thicken, reduce to low, stirring constantly; about 20 minutes total. The rice is done when it is tender, but still firm • Fold in the cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and Xylo’s Oregon white truffle oil. Garnish with additional cheese and chives

Astor Street Opry Company ‘Bring the Heat’

Redray Frazier, foreground, will sing soul-infused rock, folk and blues at the Peninsula Arts Center Sept. 22. SUBMITTED PHOTO

Peninsula Arts Center Redray Frazier, Matt Brown in concert LONG BEACH, Wash. — The Peninsula Arts Center welcomes Portland singer Redray Frazier at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22. Tickets are $10 and will benefit the Long Beach Peninsula Acoustic Music Foundation. “Redray is one of the most compelling performers we’ve ever seen, delivering a soulful mix of rock, folk and blues, seamlessly flowing each style together into one unique sound,” said organizer Bill Svendsen. Joining Frazier is Matt Brown, a sought-after guitarist in the Portland music scene. He’s performed with Michael Jodell and Storm Large, and runs his own recording studio. The Peninsula Arts Center is located at 504 Pacific Ave. N. For more information, call 360642-2011 or log on to http://peninsulaartscenter.org For more about Frazier, visit www.redrayfrazier.com Upcoming concerts include

Scott Cossu, of Windham Hill fame, and Celtic songstress Colleen Raney.

A night of Olio acts, Scandi wedding

NW Natural hosts music video contest

ASTORIA — The Astor Street Opry Company (ASOC) presents “A Night at the Olios,” one night only, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22. Hosted by Dave Bergquist and Ryan Davis, this special presentation is a full evening of unique “Shanghaied” Olio acts from the 2012 season, along with a special reader’s theater presentation of “Ole and Lena’s Wedding,” produced with permission by Change of Pace Productions of Duluth, Minn. Written by Tim White, the reader’s theater-style presentation is reminiscent of the popular interactive show “Tony and Tina’s Wedding” a long-running stage production about a wedding and its reception. However, in this comedy the characters are based on a Scandinavian family with humor and accents. Many will recognize scenes from their own family gatherings as they see Ole and Lena’s loved ones come together for a traditional wedding. The cast for “Ole and Lena” includes

NW Natural is launching a “Bring the Heat” music video contest in which contestants can write original song lyrics about why they love natural gas and perform it on video to one of several preselected music tracks available at www.nwnatural offers.com NW Natural will select the best video and send its creator home with up to $10,000 worth of super-efficient natural gas heating equipment and installation. Additionally, a panel of NW Natural judges will select one video to receive a $500 cash prize for best performance and another to receive $250 for best lyrics. NW Natural also encourages you to vote for your favorite video, as the People’s Choice winner will receive $1,000. To enter, visit www.nw

Elsa Nethercot, Bill Carr, Avery Hartzler, Justin Gerrmond, Dave Bergquist, Anastasia Petersen and ChrisLynn Taylor, who also directs. Olio acts include Chantelle Krause, Gracie Ogren, Dave Bennett, Michael Wangen, Derick Watson, Avery Hartzler, Alexiya Halverson, Brian Peterson, Gracie Johnson, Carolyn Anderson, Tiffany Simmons, Scott Korte and Sandi Hilton. This is a family friendly comedy full of the humor ASOC is known for and will give the folks who love “Shanghaied in Astoria” another entertainment value to enjoy. Tickets are $15 each or two for $25. For more information, call the ASOC at 503-325-6104 or check out the website at www.astorstreetoprycompany .com

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Life with Riley takes in the view from Coxcomb Hill in Astoria. LYNETTE RAE MCADAMS PHOTO

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identify with the nature of all things feline – their need for solitude and quiet spaces, that pleasant tendency toward sun-warmed, afternoon laziness. I’ve an appreciation for their independent ways, their finicky tastes, their ardent love of sleep, and the bold insistence that things be only to their liking. In my very heart of hearts, I am a cat person. Just don’t tell that to my dog. For the vast majority of my life, a cat by my side, I poked quiet (and mostly innocuous) fun at the hordes of silly humans who were ga-ga for their canine companions. Specialty bedding, flashy leash-ware and dog-training manuals so numerous they’d fill a library – such drama over a dog! For years I held steadfastly to my feline loyalties, never intending to cross that line into dog-loving imbecility. But now and again, no matter how we resist, life hands us what we need instead of what we want; and this time around, that tireless lesson came wrapped in the package of Riley, an Australian cattle dog. A cross between the highland collie and the dingo, cat-

tle dogs are one of the most well-known working breeds. Designed to nip at the heels of reluctant cattle in order to move them across the rugged terrain of the Australian outback, they are prized for their strong work ethic, their endurance, and their ability to recognize and bond with a master. Basically, they’re the exact opposite of a cat. For Riley, this was true from the start. To begin, he was a creature of perpetual motion. If he was awake, he For years I held running; if he was steadfastly to my was asleep, he was dreaming feline loyalties, of running. It was imnever intending mediately clear that a 20to cross that line minute daily walk through the neighborinto dog-loving hood would not suffice imbecility. to drain his energy; this dog needed more. Much more. In addition to his physical drive, he also seemed to crave a constant, undivided mental attention, shocked if his human wasn’t instantly willing to oblige. And then there was the small matter of his mouth. For the first six months of his life it was impossible to even touch him without

risking those ever-ready, needle-like puppy teeth, so primed with instinct they could penetrate in play at even the slightest stimulation. From the perspective of a cat person, it was all rather undignified. And yet ... In the midst of Cattle Dog chaos, as I moved from the quiet recesses of my interior life toward the world beyond my window, all in an effort to fulfill the needs of my dog, I began to detect a hint of slowest change. From out of the house each day, Riley and I would emerge to greet whatever weather might await us. We changed our routes to keep the challenge lively, inventing games of hide and seek with unsuspecting squirrels and even once (quite by acThrough my cident) a bald eagle. Under life with Riley, sunny skies or gale force the things that winds, we continually I once barely widened the circle of our daily adventures, taking the noticed are trails cut by coyotes and suddenly deer through the dune stunning to grasses of the Pacific, hapmy now pily leaping and bounding our way always to the unfettered water’s edge. Each turn eyes seemed to bring about a metamorphosis. Of course, by then I had come to really love the little fellow. With one brown eye and one of charming blue, Riley would fix his gaze to mine and toss off a toy with a jerk of his muzzle, then roguishly cock his head in invitation to a game. He was wickedly smart and so happy to learn, devouring obedience commands like handfuls of liver treats, eager to please with every step. And when he was finally able to hold still, his agile muscles relaxed in pleasant exhaustion, I found in him a well of affectionate sweetness so deep, even my feline-leaning heart could not contain it. I think that time enough in any place can somehow blind us to its beauty. We walk down the routine path of our life so jaded by its sameness that we forget to look for the possibility of something new. I know now that the unfolding change I saw in my dog those many months ago was actually a change in me. Through my life with Riley, the things that I once barely noticed are suddenly stunning to my now unfettered eyes: The way the morning mists can slide along a spruce, gathering at each needle’s end to bedeck the tree with diamonds; the deepening hue of the grayblue sea just before a storm passes onto land; the subtle change in the sideways inclination of the late-summer sun, lengthening all earthly shadows toward the open arms of autumn. Have you ever come to know a place so well that it looked different every day? Have you lately been entranced by the changing beauty just outside your door? In their quiet, tip-toeing ways, my cats stole past my most introspective thoughts and showed me how to see myself. But through the canine conduit that is a dog – my lovable, evermoving surprise of a cattle dog – I now have eyes that see the world.

Eye-opening treks for the Long Beach Peninsula The Discovery Trail, Long Beach, Wash.: This 8.5 mile trail at the edge of the Pacific wends its way through dunes and coastal forests, offering some of Washington’s most spectacular views. Black Lake Trail, Ilwaco, Wash.: A 1.2 mile loop of trails beside Ilwaco’s Black Lake; gravel paths or easy hikes beside the water and through the surrounding forest. Cape Disappointment’s Washington Coast Trail, Ilwaco, Wash.: Several shorter trails link together through the main route of this 4.5 mile hiking trail (Riley recommends the climb from Beard’s Hollow to the North Head Lighthouse). Fort Columbia, Chinook, Wash.: Easy walks or vigorous hikes of all ability levels. Stunning views of the mouth of the Columbia from the easily accessible hillside. Most local outdoor festivals and events are pet-friendly venues, like the Washington State International Kite Festival, pictured here, in Long Beach, Wash. – LYNETTE RAE MCADAMS PHOTO

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Tips for a perfect old-fashioned apple pie Don’t be in a rush. Make your crust and pie with plenty of time to spare. The dough will need to chill in the fridge for at least one hour, and you’ll regret skipping this step. You can peel and slice your apples while the dough is chilling, but it’ll still take time to roll the dough and assemble the pie. It needs to bake for an hour and will take several hours to cool. Get your temperatures right. You want your crust to be the perfect cross between crispy and tender. Use very cold butter, and don’t overwork it. Then, when baking, start hot and then drop down to a lower temperature, setting the dough in place. If you start too cool, the dough may droop and lose the shape you gave it when assembling. Use an apple that is tart and flavorful with a touch of sweetness. If you have an old apple tree that produces a bunch of apples that don’t get eaten, try one. Heirloom varieties can make the very best pies. Or, try a sampling of apples at the market to find your favorite. Go ahead, be creative. Love the taste of fresh ginger? Add a teaspoon to the mix. Try adding a ½ cup of fresh or dried cranberries, currants or cherries. Blackerries – or any frozen berry, for that matter – would also be welcome.

apples galore erisalm m Su sto o ver. The days are already shorter and the nights are getting colder. It’s harvest time in Oregon – the time of year when apples are at their best. Take all the days of sunshine and rain, and together they make juicy, fragrant and delicious fruit. All over the state, backyards and orchards are filled to bursting with bushels of apples – tart Granny Smiths, sweet Gravensteins and even blushing Red Delicious. It’s a pity to see so many wasted in the shadow of an old tree that’s been there for generations. This time of year you’ll find apples filling lunch boxes, canning jars and, of course, pies. Sweet, spicy and tangy, just the smell of apple pie in the oven may be worth the effort on its own. A perfect old-fashioned apple pie recipe is a treasure. But as much as it’s about weights and measurements, there are a few tricks to getting it right every time. Especially if you want a flaky, layered, all-butter crust.

All-butter pie crust INGREDIENTS 2 1⁄2 cups all-purpose, unbleached flour 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 tablespoon sugar 2 sticks (1⁄2 pound) unsalted butter, very cold, cut into ½-inch pieces Ice water DIRECTIONS • In the bowl of a food processor or mixer, combine first three ingredients. Add butter and pulse until mixture is coarse, with pea-sized lumps of butter. Pulse and add

ice water, tablespoon by tablespoon, until dough begins to come together. Do not over mix. • Turn mixture out onto counter and form into flat disk about three inches thick. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill before rolling out, at least one hour. • To roll out, allow dough to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before starting. Use hands to work dough very slightly, and form it into a disk. Use a rolling pin, starting in the center of the disk, and roll out from every direction until about 1⁄8-inch thick. • Note: Dough will hold for about three days in the refrigerator.

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• Preheat oven to 375 degrees • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and stir to combine. • Roll out one disk of dough and lay into pie dish. Prick a few times with a fork. Pour apple mixture into prepared pan and smooth into an even layer. • Roll out second disk of dough and place on top. Using a sharp knife, trim excess dough from around the edges of both layers, leaving about a ½-inch of overhang. Fold the dough over on itself and crimp edges, either with a fork or making a pattern using your thumb and forefinger. • Brush egg wash on top with a pastry brush and sprinkle with sugar. • Place pie on an edged cookie sheet to catch any liquid that may bubble out during baking, place in lower third of oven to bake. • Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes, then reduce temperature to 350 for 3540 minutes. Check pie during last 15 minutes of baking. If getting too dark, cover top gently with a sheet of aluminum foil.

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BILLINGS & CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATVE Sunset Empire Transit DistrictNorthwest Ride Center is looking for an individual who can multitask. Duties include: billings, customer service, knowledge of basic computer programs, use of multiphone line, organizational skills and the ability to professionally interact with the medical community. Full-time w/ benefits $13.2514.00 Hr. To apply go to our website www.ridethebus.org or pick up an application at the Astoria Transit Center 900 Marine Drive. Closing date September 28, 2012 at 5:00 PM.

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5350 Ash Street-Astoria: 2550 sq. ft. riverview home on wooded double lot in Alderbrook. Remodeled 3 bedroom/2 bath, office, shop, daylight basement. $349,000. (503)798-1690.

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•2 bedroom/2 bath- $675+deposit Located near Fort Stevens Park Beach/Schools/Shopping-No pets. Columbia Pointe Apartments 500 Pacific Drive, Hammond (503)791-3703 www.yournextrental.com/10802 Accepting applications for 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments. Call or email for more information. Bayshore Apartments (503)325-1749 bayshore.apt@gmail.com Astoria- Nice, well-located 1 & 2 bedroom. Views, low utilities, on-site laundry & parking. No smoking, from $675/mo. (503)325-2280

220 Plexes Seaside: 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Stove, fridge, and dw. W/S/G paid. $675 per month+deposit. No smoking/pets. (503)738-7991

230 Houses, Unfurnished 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, W/D, gas heat, fenced yard, 1 car garage. $775 per month, 1st & last plus deposit. 34 N.E. 5th St, Warrenton, OR. (360)437-5058. No smoking, no cats. 5 bedroom/2.5 bath modern farmhouse. $1,500 per month, $1,500 deposit. NO PETS, credit check, and one year lease. Call Jim (503)739-0734 or (503)325-1965 Charming House Close to High School 2 bedroom/1 bath house w/ garage and yard. Wood burning stove and fireplace. Range, fridge, dishwasher, garbage disposal, W/D hookups. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

Astoria: 1 bedroom @ Bond & 2nd. W/S/G paid. $500 per month/ $300 deposit. No pets. (503)325-4487 or (360)921-6719

Chinook 2 bedroom/2.5 bath. New appliances. W/D. Nice yard. Parking+storage. Water paid. No pets/smoking. $875/month. 1st + $600 deposit. (360)687-1559.

Seaside, $475 to $850 per month. Call about move-in specials! Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

Gearhart:Brand new home 3 bedroom/2.5 bath. 2028sqft with Detached Garage/Shop. 704 10th. Steps to beach/downtown/golf. $1,750. (503)200-0077

220 Plexes Cozy, one-level duplex. 2 blocks from beach. 1 bedroom/1 bath, appliances, no dishwasher. Electric-forced heat, stacked w/d, single car garage, w/s/g paid. Near East Sunset Blvd at 1457 B, S. Hemlock Street, Cannon Beach, OR. $695 per month. No pets. (360)254-5340

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365 Antiques & Collectibles Old Wheeler Antiques Space Available for consignment, vendors. Sell antiques, collectibles, furniture. Details call (503)3683406.

375 Misc for Sale 4 Toyo, 4 Discover, 1 Wild Country, 1 Goodyear, 1 Firestone used tires, $25 each. 4 Dodge wheels & tires, $50 each. 2 nurf bars, $100. Fullsize toolbox, $50. Plate compactor, jumping jack, cut-off saw, water pump, $100 each. (503)325-2068

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Exceptional AKC German Shepherd pups. Meticulously trained and socialized. Dam: New Sketeʼs Zahara. Superior titled German working lines. (360)6653637 www.floodfarmgermanshepherds.com

560 Trucks 2007 Chevy 2500HD classic extended cab, 6 passenger-T cover, 17” custom wheels, tint-white, 52,000 miles. 503-325-1512.

585 Antique-Classic Cars 1963 Volvo. White, 2-door, runs good. 98k miles, asking $1,200. Call (503)325-0839

WEʼVE MOVED! New Location & The Best Prices around. Come on by and see us! Bring us your old lawn mowers, metal of all types, catalytic converters, farm equipment, batteries, etc. If you canʼt bring it to us, give us a call, and we will come to you! Ronʼs Recycling, LLC 32 Stringtown Rd., Ilwaco (503)791-4150 Monday-Saturday, 8-5

47th Harvest Swap Meet Old cars & parts antiques & collectibles September 22nd & 23rd 2012 SWW Fairgrounds, Chehalis Saturday 8am-5pm Sunday 9am-3pm Free Fairgrounds Parking (360)273-6961 or www.ccvac.com

Warrenton:Very Clean, 2/3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Quiet neighborhood-12 month lease. $900/month-yard maintenance included. (503)440-1542

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10,000 Noble and Grand Firs. 4 to 10 ft. 3 years to cut, son died, must sell or trade for land. (714)871-0539 or page112010@yahoo.com

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Nature Matters Invaders hit the beach – are more on the way? ASTORIA — There’s a silent invasion taking place, and Sam Chan wants you to know about it. He will be the speaker at this month’s Nature Matters, with “Hitchhikers from Afar: Aquatic Invasives and You.” The educator with the Oregon Sea Grant College Program shares insights and stories about the impacts from invasive species traveling across oceans. These invaders often reach our continent in unexpected ways, including hitchhiking on the March 2011, Japanese tsunami-

driven dock that landed on Agate Beach, near Newport, after a nearly 15-month journey. Chan will talk about those invasive travelers and more when he takes the floor Thrusday. Chan’s talk is at 7 p.m. at the Fort George Brewery and Public House. The event is free and will take place in the Fort George’s Lovell Building showroom at the corner of 14th and Duane streets. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for those wanting to purchase food or beverages at the Fort George pub before

the event. education and engages OregoniBorn in Hong Kong, Chan ans of all ages on how to idengrew up in San Francisco’s Chi- tify, control and manage the natown. He says he spread of marine inbecame interested in vasives. Chan, who how all the foods is leading a two7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20 and natural resources year, National needed to sustain Fort George Lovell Showroom Oceanic and Atmos426 14th St., Astoria Chinatown were propheric Administraduced. In fact, it tion-funded regional 503-738-9126 wasn’t until he was research project to www.nclctrust.org almost 20 that Chan combat aquatic invaFree visited a forest. This sive species on the

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KOA Campground Aquanastics instructor to hold free class YOU’RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN By Clark Gesner

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WARRENTON — A free onehour Aquanastics class, designed especially for adults with arthritis issues, will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, at the KOA campground’s heated indoor pool at 1100 Ridge Road, across from the Fort

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Stevens State Park entrance. For directions, call 503-861-2606 or 800-562-8506. This water exercise class is sponsored by KOA and Clatsop Community College. Registration is not required. The following week, a fourweek course of Aquanastics classes sponsored by CCC’s “Education For Life” program will begin, held from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Nov. 1. Space is limited. The cost is $25. Registration for this class can be done online at www.clatsopcc.edu or by calling 503-338-2408. The class will be led by Kathleen Hudson, a water exercise professional with certifica-

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People with arthritis and other mobility issues often find exercising in water to be beneficial, easy and without morning-after stiffness. – SUBMITTED PHOTO

tion from the American Red necessary to participate in the Cross water safety program and basic level of the program. It inthe Arthritis Aquatic Training cludes range-of-motion and program. muscle strengthWith dozens ening, using of exercises that optional equipuse the natural re- 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3 ment. The proKOA Campground sistance of the gram is a fun, water, participants safe way for peo1100 Ridge Road, Warrenton can improve the ple to stay fit, 503-861-2606 body’s composiand from the first Free tion and tone, day in class most

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strengthen muscles, increase aerobic and muscular endurance and improve flexibility, coordination and agility – all with minimum stress on the body. This makes exercising in the water especially valuable for persons in physically poor condition, and it allows them to exercise without the consequences of stiff and sore muscles. Swimming ability is not

people notice an increased level of energy and vitality. Students are encouraged to wear water shoes or clean tennis shoes. You must provide your own soap, shampoo, towel, etc. Just show up on Wednesday, Oct. 3, to get a taste of the fun and physical benefits that Aquanastics can offer. KOA has showers, changing rooms and a hot tub.

West Coast, also conducts research to test and implement invasive species educational programs. He also serves on the Oregon Invasive Species Council. Chan has additional expertise in the areas of physiology, water quality and oil spill response and mitigation. In 2008, he partnered with print and broadcast media on the awardwinning 2008 statewide public education program, “Stop the Silent Invasion.” For his Nature Matters presentation, Chan will focus on the invasive species issues associated with the incoming tsunami debris and preparedness, but he will also include a larger context on invasive species pathways and ways people can help to minimize their impacts in Oregon. Nature Matters, a conversation about the intersection of nature and culture, takes place on the third Thursday of the month. The collaborative series is hosted by Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, North Coast Land Conservancy and the North Coast Watershed Association in partnership with Fort George. The series delves into the many ways that human beings look to the natural world for inspiration, sustenance and survival. For more information, contact the North Coast Land Conservancy at 503-738-9126 or log on to www.nclctrust.org

‘Rumpelstiltskin’

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Classic children’s tale comes to life in Ilwaco

National songwriting competition announced

ILWACO, Wash. — “Rumpelstiltskin,” a musical written and scored by Wilma and Robert Frankovich of Ocean Park, Wash., will be performed at the River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St. at 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 21 through 30. The Miller (Bob Walters) seeks a suitable husband for his daughter by bragging how she can spin straw into gold. The King (Robert Scherrer) immediately sends for the young woman. Unfortunately, Alice (Crystal Miller) has never learned to spin at all! The King shuts Alice inside a room with a basket of straw and a spinning wheel and tells her she must spin the straw into gold by morning. Just when she has lost all hope, an impish creature (Everett Pace) appears and spins the straw into gold for her in exchange for her necklace. But instead of being satisfied, the King brings her two baskets of straw the second night and makes the same demand. The impish creature reappears and makes a deal for Alice’s ring. On the third day, the King tells her he will marry her if she can fill the room with gold. The little creature makes her promise

ASPEN, Colo. — Songwriters of all genres may enter the Aspen Songwriters Festival 2013 Songwriting Competition, sponsored by C.F. Martin and Co. Inc. The grand prize package includes a trip for two to the Aspen Songwriters Festival in the historic Wheeler Opera House March 20–24. The winning songwriter enjoy a VIP festival experience with all-access backstage passes and afterparties. The top winner will also receive a mentoring session with Songwriters Hall of Fame member John Oates, a Martin Guitar and a Fishman Loudbox Artist Amplifier. Entries for the songwriting competition are being accepted through www.sonicbids.com Winners will be selected by a panel of judges including Oates and other celebrities. Songs will be judged on originality, melody, composition and lyrics. The quality of production will

The Miller, played by Bob Walters, left, looks fondly at his daughter, Alice, played by Crystal Miller, while the King, Robert Scherrer, looks on. – SUBMITTED PHOTO

to give him her firstborn child in exchange. Time passes, Alice has a child, and the strange little man returns to claim it. The Queen is distraught, and the creature says if she can guess his name within three days she may keep the child. The King’s most trusted Knight, (John Adams) observes the imp dancing around a fire in the woods late at night and overhears him singing, “Rumpelstiltskin is my name.” The Frankoviches plan to publish the show for national distribution. Complete with chamber orchestra and mixed chorus, the community will host

its premiere. Tickets are $15, available at Okie’s Thriftway in Ocean Park, Olde Towne Trading Post in Ilwaco, online at www. peninsula-players.com or at the door 30 minutes before the performance, if available. For more information, contact producer Bill Nickila at 360-642-2999.

not be taken into consideration. Each song submitted must be an original work written and performed by the contestant. Second and third place win-

ners will also be awarded Martin Guitar prize packs and more. Contest information can be found at http://AspenSong writersFestival.com

Preservation Society Workshop for historic windows ASTORIA — The Lower Columbia Preservation Society will present a public workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 22, on the preservation of historic windows. The workshop will be held at 3349 Grand Ave. Tim Kennedy and Pam Chestnut will be removing double-hung

sashes for repair, reglazing and reinstallation in Chestnut’s circa 1890 Uppertown folk house, guiding participants through the ins and outs of the endeavor. Admission fee is $5 for LCPS members and $7 for nonmembers. Call Chestnut at 503-3253245 with any questions.

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Story continued from page 10 types of truffles commercially harvested in Oregon, the Oregon winter white, the spring white, and the Oregon black. Which one is the best? “It depends on the dish and your palate,” says Morris. In the opinion of The New York Times, “Oregon black truffles exude an aroma reminiscent of pineapple and dark chocolate, while the white … evoke a mélange of spices, sulfur and ripe cheese.” Once found, the truffles are worth as much as $400 per pound – about a quarter the value of their European counterparts. Xylo and company use their truffles to make truffle oil, which is a lower cost and convenient means to provide truffle flavor. Unlike many truffle oils, Xylo’s is made with real truffles. Most “truffle oil” is merely artificially flavored olive oil, but Xylo refuses to use a chemical, 2,4-dithiapentane, instead of ripe truffles found with his own nose. “We use grapeseed oil,” says Morris. “It’s good for you, and it has little flavor to interfere with the truffles. Our oil is an aromatic infusion. When the oil and the truffles are in a confined space, the fats in the oil take on the flavor and aroma of the truffles, and we developed a way to do this on a large scale.” Separate oils are made from white and black truffles, and they are sold in bottles for $13 to $36. They are available in some winery tasting rooms and upscale groceries, but the primary outlets at this time are Xylo’s website and the Astoria Sunday Market. You won’t be able to meet Xylo himself – he’s the Chief Truffle Finder, remember, sales is not his job. But you will meet Matt Morris and his wife Hanna, and you can join the crowd tasting the oils on small cubes of bread. What’s next for Xylo and company? The past year was their first in business, and they’re preparing for more production this year, with a foray into the fresh truffle market. There is a second truffle hound, Piper, in training (finding cotton balls marinated in Xylo’s truffle oil), but for now the future of the company rests squarely on Xylo’s small black and white shoulders.

Apple Sour Cream Scones Drizzled with Xylo's Oregon Black Truffle Oil INGREDIENTS 2 cups all-purpose flour 1⁄3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1⁄4 teaspoon baking soda 1⁄2 teaspoon salt 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold or frozen 1⁄2 apple, peeled and cut into cubes 1⁄2 cup sour cream 1 large egg Xylo’s Oregon Black Truffle Oil DIRECTIONS • Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat oven to 400 degrees. • In a medium bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and

salt. Grate butter into flour mixture on the large holes of a box grater; use your fingers to work in butter, and then stir in apples. • In a small bowl, whisk sour cream and egg until smooth. • Using a fork, stir sour cream mixture into flour mixture until large dough clumps form. Use your hands to press the dough against the bowl into a ball. • Place on a lightly floured surface and pat into a 7- to 8-inch circle about 3⁄4inch thick. Cut into 8 triangles; place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, about 1 inch apart. Bake until golden, about 15 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes and then drizzle with black truffle oil before serving.

MORE ON XYLO: Video: http://youtu.be/JEGCLlZaTYM To find out more about Xylo’s Truffle Oil, visit www.xylostruffleoil.com or www.facebook.com/XylosTruffleOil Hanna and Matt Morris conduct a truffle oil tasting at the Astoria Sunday Market. – DWIGHT CASWELL PHOTO

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Like Helping Others?? Join the CMH Auxiliary Volunteers!

For over five decades, the CMH Auxiliary volunteers have been the lifeblood of Columbia Memorial Hospital (CMH) through direct service and fundraising projects. There is a surge of new projects currently sweeping through CMH, and the Auxiliary is a tremendous support in implementing these patient-centered care initiatives. Volunteer opportunites include greeting visitors, being companions to patients, offering comfort items to patients, and baking cookies in the family lounge! In addition, CMH has a brand new Auxiliary Gift Shop! The Auxiliary is looking for volunteers to join their creative, fun-loving team. Come join us! We are a dynamic group who are commiteed to giving back to the community. The average volunteer works four hours a week for at least a three month commitment. If you are interested in volunteering at CMH or Lower Columbia Hospice, please contact our Volunteer Services Coordinator, Laura Lenhardt, at 503-325-4321 or visit our website at columbiamemorial.org.

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