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SEASIDE — The Friends of the Seaside Library will host Michele Longo Eder, author of “Salt in Our Blood: The Memoir of a Fisherman’s Wife,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16. The event will take place in the Community Room and there will be book sales and signings. “Salt in Our Blood” is the story of a commercial fisherman’s wife, who is both a mother and successful attorney on the Oregon Coast. Set against the sudden loss at sea of her oldest son, it is a tale of sadness but also one of resilience and courage. The life of a fisherman can be treacherous, filled with peril and potential death. The life of a fisherman’s wife may be worse because of all the unknowns associated with a life on the ocean. This story is a testament to one family’s strength and the memory of their remarkable son. Eder is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University and Lewis and Clark College. She has practiced law on the Oregon Coast for almost 30 years and is on the board of directors of the North Pacific Research Board, and is a commissioner with the U.S. Arctic Research Commission. “Salt in Our Blood” won the 2009 Willa Literary Award. Seaside Public Library is located at 1131 Broadway, across from the Sunset Empire Parks and Recreation District Youth Center and swimming pool. For more information, call (503) 738-6742 or visit www.seasidelibrary.org or facebook.com/seasidepubliclibrary

NASELLE, Wash. — The Naselle Timberland Library will be closed from Saturday, Feb. 11, through Monday, Feb. 20, for the installation of new carpet. Books and other library materials that are due back to the library during the closure will be extended until the library reopens Tuesday, Feb. 21. The book drop will be available to return library materials. The Friends of the Library book sale will proceed as scheduled: from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 10 and 11, and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12, in the library meeting room. Family Story Time programs will begin Tuesday, Feb. 21. The carpet has not been replaced since the library opened in November 1991. The color of the new carpet will be a richer and darker teal color than the current carpet. “Staying in the same color family means that we won’t have to replace the signage or computer cubicle walls. The colors won’t clash,” said Naselle Timberland Library Manager Michelle Zilli. “Celebrate our reopening Feb. 21 with a sweet treat provided by the Friends of the Naselle Timberland Library – but no dropping it on the carpet!” she added. “February is Library Lover’s Month, so come love your library.” Timberland libraries in Ilwaco, Ocean Park, South Bend and Raymond will be open as usual. For information, call toll free (800) 562-6022 or visit www.TRL.org

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Blue Scorcher Bakery Café Days of bread, wine and chocolate ASTORIA — Three of life’s pleasures will be offered Sunday, Feb. 12, at Blue Scorcher Bakery Café. The tasting event will feature fine chocolates, wines and artisan breads from 4 to 6 p.m. Guitarist Bill Hayes will provide a musical accompaniment. The inspiration for this event started with a trip Blue Scorcher Chocolatier, Peggy Bondurant, took to Ecuador in August. While there, she had a chance to meet cacao farmers and learn the art of making chocolate from the raw materials. Relationships she made through her instructors at Mindo Chocolate Makers enable her to continue using raw cacao nibs here in Astoria. The nibs are shipped directly from the small producers of an organic cooperative. These farmers are taking part in a genome project, working to ensure the survival of indigenous Ecuadorian Nacional Cacao. The Nacional Cacao was nearly wiped out in the 1930s by disease. Farmers of the cooperative are paid more to produce this heritage variety, which is renowned for its

Days of Bread, Wine & Chocolate 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12 Blue Scorcher Bakery Café 1493 Duane St., Astoria (503) 338-7473 www.bluescorcher.com $5 tasting fee flavor. The Ecuadorian chocolates Bondurant has been producing since her return to the North Coast will be showcased alongside Oregon wines from Emerson Vineyards. Emerson Vineyards is committed to sustainable production using organic practices. Baker Tom Kulusa will be presenting pain brulee, a new bread from the Scorcher ovens, as an means to round out the taste delights of the afternoon. The $5 fee covers the presentation and all samples. Blue Scorcher Bakery Café is located at 1493 Duane St. For more information, call (503) 338-7473 or visit bluescorcher.com

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FEBRUARY 9, 2012

BY COAST WEEKEND EDITOR KATHLEEN STRECKER • kstrecker@coastweekend.com

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Behind the times ... and happy about it

here was a time in my life when I rode the wave of popular cul- we’ve followed. From “L.A. Law” to “ER,” “Friends” to “South Park,” ture. I could tell you who had the current No. 1 single on the radio, when we find a series we like, we tend to join the cult. But there weren’t what the top 10 TV shows were, and if I drove past a multiplex enough reasons to keep cable TV a few years ago when we had to find cinema marquee, I could check off nearly every title as “seen it.” budget-cutting solutions, and we’ve done without it just fine. Although ... despite we’re about six years beThat was before other priorities (namely, kids and their activities) supplanted pop I’m afraid I only shell out the bucks for hind the times, we’ve gotten hooked on watching via Netflix. We’ve never seen a show with music, TV and movies as worthwhile ways to spend movie tickets if the credits include the “Lost” more imaginative and compelling plot developmy time. Between the birth of grunge and the adnames “Pixar” or “Daniel Craig.” ment. It’s a mystery within itself, as our brains vent of YouTube, I pretty much gave up on new wrestle with flashbacks – and more recently, flashmusic, preferring to retreat to the comfort of my Billy Joel albums and make sure my children got exposed to Muppet forwards – that present as many new questions as they do answers. That’s what the best media does – makes you want it with gleeful anHits early and often. Some readers might remember that I wrote a movie review column ticipation. Speaking of which, are you watching “Glee?” for Coast Weekend for a couple of years. I tried to take a populist tack and write about the films I figured the majority of readers would be interested in. I scored super-secret advance tickets to the pre-release screening of “Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace” and got my mind blown by “The Sixth Sense” and “The Matrix” – but that also meant that I had to sit through duds like “Major League 3.” Now, I’m afraid I only shell out the bucks for movie tickets if the credits include the names “Pixar” or “Daniel Craig.” As for television, my family’s always had our favorite shows Coast Weekend welcomes comments and contributions from readers. New items for publication consideration must be submitted by noon Wednesday, one week before publication.

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Astoria Public Library Local authors shine as literary lights ASTORIA — Join the Astoria Public Library in celebrating your neighbors’ literary feats during the Local Authors at the Library series, a monthly book reading, author Q&A and book signing program featuring Clatsop County authors. This month, the library will also introduce the new Local Talent collection, which includes the works of North Coast authors, musicians and filmmakers. Local Authors at the Library takes place at 4 p.m. the second Saturday of the month, unless otherwise announced. For Saturday, Feb. 11, romance writer Muriel Jensen of Astoria will kick off the series. Jensen has published more than 70 books and novellas since her writing career began in 1983, and recently wrote the first chapter of Coast Weekend’s interactive

The Community Arts Project celebrates 10 years of providing art education for local children with a special Your Heart’s Desire in February. The 2011 event is shown here, and organizers plan to add an art show to the annual sweet treat.

Local Authors at the Library 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11

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Astoria Public Library 450 10th St., Astoria (503) 325-7323 www.astorialibrary.org Free admission

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Romance writer Muriel Jensen, of Astoria, speaks at the Local Authors at the Library series Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Astoria Public Library.

mystery romance, Love & Murder in Astoria. She is also slated to wrap up the mystery series in May. Artists who are interested in

participating in Local Authors at the Library or donating their works to the Local Talent collection are encouraged to contact library staff at (503) 325-7323 or comments@astorialibrary.org Astoria Public Library is located at 450 10th St. For more information, log on to www.astorialibrary.org

Nature Matters Primitive skills for postmodern people ASTORIA — Explore your inner caveman (or cavewoman) by connecting with skills your Stone Age ancestors would recognize. Primitive skills expert Aaron Webster shares and demonstrates all the things you need to know – and your ancestors knew – about surviving and thriving in nature, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, in the next installment of Nature Matters. The event is free and open to the public and takes place at Fort George Brewery’s Lovell Taproom at 14th and Duane streets. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for those wanting to purchase dinner or beverages at Fort George before the event. Webster, who manages the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center at Cape Disappointment in Washington, will use his own hand-made tools to delve into fire-starting, flint knapping and string making, connecting you to the timeless skill of using objects found in nature to help you and those you love to survive and thrive. Webster has been an interpretive naturalist for Washington State Parks since 2003. He has been interested in primitive skills since his childhood in New England, and discovered a love for passing on these skills during his first ranger jobs at Bryce Canyon National Park and Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument. Webster says he reached a milestone in 2008 when, applying primitive skills to 4 | February 9, 2012 | coastweekend.com

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everyday life, he used a home-made wooden bow and stone-tipped arrow to successfully hunt a deer. His students take home more than knowledge of fire starting and flint knapping – they gain a deeper understanding of themselves as descendants of Stone Age people. Nature Matters, a monthly conversation about the intersection of nature and culture, takes place on the third Thursdays of the month through spring. 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 the Fort George Brewery and Public House. The series will delve into the many ways that human beings look to the natural world for inspiration, sustenance and survival – the intersection of nature and culture. The next talk is March 15, focusing on the plight of pollinators.

Community Arts Project ‘Your Heart’s Desire’ fosters art for coast children PACIFIC CITY — At the end of beer, sparkling cider, appetizers “Your Heart’s Desire” 2011, Community Arts Project, a and desserts will be served during nonprofit organization in Tillamthe evening event, which also inSaturday, Feb. 11 ook County, completed 10 years cludes a raffle, silent auction, stuof presenting its Art Literacy Prodent art, and new this year, live gram in local schools. To mark music by Shy Jazz of Manzanita. Kiawanda Community Center the occasion, CAP presents a spe- 34600 Cape Kiwanda Drive, Pacific City Art Literacy programs are cial anniversary twist on its anbeing presented at Nestucca Val(503) 392-4581 nual February Valentine ley Elementary School in www.communityartsproject.net fundraising event, “Your Heart’s Cloverdale and Garibaldi Grade Desire: A Celebration of ChocoSchool. Each month, a 90-minute late, Wine, and Art.” art education session is conducted Art sale noon to 5 p.m. “Your Heart’s Desire” will in each classroom focusing on a Free admission take place Saturday, Feb. 11, at famous artist or art movement. the Kiawanda Community Center The lesson includes art history, at 34600 Cape Kiwanda Drive. Chocolate and wine party 6:30 to 10 p.m. technique and aesthetic analysis, Beginning at noon, an art exhibit Tickets $25 in advance, $30 at the door as well as an opportunity for stuand sale will be held featuring dents to create their own artwork original artworks created especially for this event by in the style of the artist or art movement presented. local professional artists. Pieces will be on birch More than 400 students are reached by this program panels, 12 inches square and 6 inches square, and every month. The program is privately funded and will depict the artists’ reflections on the theme presented by CAP, which also presents the children’s “What sustains me?” The larger pieces will sell for summer art program “Slug Soup.” Funding for pro$100, the smaller for $60, with proceeds supporting grams relies on special events, grants and donations CAP’s Art Literacy Program. from individuals and businesses. More than 40 artists will participate, representMany local businesses sponsor “Your Heart’s ing a wide variety of art forms. Many of the artists Desire,” including Cape Kiwanda RV Resort, Peliare from South Tillamook County, including Judith can Pub and Brewery, Seufert Winery, Coast Schlicting, Diane Archer, Marilyn Burkhardt, Kate FM/KTIL/KZRK, Rosenberg Builders Supply, KiSaunders, Randall Koch and Mark Cavatorta. In ad- awanda Community Center, American Easel dition, several artists from North and Central Tillam- (Salem), the Tillamook Headlight-Herald, Twist ook County will be exhibiting and selling their work, Wine Company, Tillamook Vision Center, Oregon including Elaine Norberg, Susan Walsh, April Pe- Coast Bank, Sportsman’s Pub-n-Grub, Nestucca tersen and Judy Sorrel. Ridge Storage and Shorepine Vacation Rentals. New this year will be a special exhibit/sale of Tickets to the evening event are $25 in advance NVES student-created Valentines. Come early for or $30 at the door. For information or to purchase your pick of the artwork. tickets, contact (503) 392-4581, or email info@comThe sale will take place from noon to 5 p.m., munityartsproject.net. Tickets may also be purwith no admission charge, and then continue from chased at Kiawanda Community Center and Inn at 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the chocolate and wine party, for Pacific City at 35215 Brooten Road. For more, visit which tickets are required. Complimentary wine, www.communityartsproject.net

Stepping Out Theater Thursday, Feb. 9

New Works Festival 7:30 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, (503) 325-6104, www.astorstreetoprycompany.com, $8 to $15. Featured are one-acts “Lobster Man” (fairytale), “Radding vs. Glazer” (comedy), and monologues “The Echo Of His Face” (drama) and “Captive” (comedy).

Friday, Feb. 10

“A Company of Wayward Saints” 7:30 pm., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, (503) 325-5922, www.liberty-theater.org, $15 to $25. George Herman’s play follows a troupe of amateur dramatists who attempt to put on a grand production in a last ditch attempt to buy their way back home by gaining the patronage of a wealthy duke. But to a group of actors too selfish, self-important and self-indulgent to work together, this proves to be a challenge they may never overcome. New Works Festival 7:30 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, (503) 325-6104, www.astorstreetoprycompany.com, $8 to $15.

Music 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 jazz classics. Brian O’Conner 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’Conner plays an eclectic mix of jazz standards and original compositions. Randy Weese 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. Randy Weese plays bluegrass and country. Jam Session 7 p.m., Triangle Tavern, 222 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. All are welcome to play, sing or 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.

“The Gin Game” 8 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $15 to $20. Two senior citizens play gin rummy and exchange opinions of society, families and the indignities of growing old in this poignant and sometimes wildly comic Pulitzer Prize-winning play.

Friday, Feb. 10

Saturday, Feb. 11

Ray Raihala 6 to 9 p.m., T. Paul’s Urban Cafe, 1119 Commercial St., Astoria, (503) 338-5133, no cover. Ray Raihala plays folk, bluegrass and Americana music with vocals, keyboard and guitar.

“A Company of Wayward Saints” 7:30 pm., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, (503) 325-5922, www.liberty-theater.org, $15 to $25. New Works Festival 7:30 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, (503) 325-6104, www.astorstreetoprycompany.com, $8 to $15. “The Gin Game” 8 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $15 to $20.

Sunday, Feb. 12

New Works Festival 2 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, (503) 325-6104, www.astorstreetoprycompany.com, $8 to $15. “A Company of Wayward Saints” 3 pm., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, (503) 325-5922, www.libertytheater.org, $15 to $25.

Thursday, Feb. 16

“The Gin Game” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $14 adults, $8 students. This is Talkback Thursday, when the audience can learn more about the production from cast and crew. New Works Festival 7:30 p.m., Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 129 W. Bond St., Astoria, (503) 325-6104, www.astorstreetoprycompany.com, $8 to $15.

Thursday, Feb. 9

Steak and Songs Night 5:30 p.m. to closing, T. Paul’s Supper Club, 360 12th St., Astoria, (503) 325-2545, no cover. Different musicians play live music.

Doug Rupe 6 to 8 p.m., Wet Dog Café, 144 11th St., Astoria, (503) 325-6975, no cover. Doug Rupe sings classics and originals, with guitar and keyboard.

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) 6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Tom Trudell plays piano. Salty Dogs 7 to 9 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, (503) 717-8150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover, all ages. Salty Dogs play a mix of folk, blues, classic rock and fun oldies. The Quick and Easy Boys 10 p.m., Hazel’s Tavern, 1313 Marine Drive, Astoria, (503) 325-6200, no cover. The Quick and Easy Boys play funky R&B, psychedelic rock and garage pop with a pinch of honky-tonk.

Saturday, Feb. 11

Niall Carroll 6 to 8 p.m., Wet Dog Café, 144 11th St., Astoria, (503) 325-6975, no cover. Niall Carroll plays guitar. Brad Griswold and Dan Golden 6 to 9 p.m., McKeown’s Restaurant and Bar, No. 1 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, (503) 738-5232, www.mckeownsrestaurant.com, no cover. Brad Griswold and Dan Golden play bluegrass on banjo and guitar. Jennifer Goodenberger 6 to 9 p.m., Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., (360) 6422442, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Jennifer Goodenberger plays classical, improvisational, contemporary and contemplative originals on piano.

Ray Raihala 6 to 9 p.m., T. Paul’s Supper Club, 360 12th St., Astoria, (503) 325-2545, no cover. Ray Raihala plays folk, bluegrass and Americana music with vocals, keyboard and guitar. North Coast Country 7 p.m., American Legion Hall, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 738-5111, no cover, public welcome. North Coast Country plays classic country music.

Sunday, Feb. 12

Dan Golden 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., McKeown’s Restaurant and Bar, No. 1 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, (503) 7385232, no cover. Dan Golden plays worldbeat music on classical guitar. Mark Masri 2 p.m., Raymond Theatre, 323 Third St., Raymond, Wash., (360) 875-5831, sundayafternoonlive.org, $10 advance, $12 at the door. Tenor (singer/songwriter/pianist) Mark Masri sings popular and original songs in six languages. 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. Patrick Lamb 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $20. Patrick Lamb combines the influences of funk, soul, R&B and a flavor of jazz to create a unique sound. 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. Denise Drake 8 p.m., Fort George Brewery and Public House, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, (503) 325-7468, www.fortgeorgebrewery.com, no cover. Denise Drake plays blues and folk music.

Tuesday, Feb. 14

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’Conner 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’Conner plays an eclectic mix of jazz standards and original compositions. Salty Dogs 6 to 9 p.m., Avenue U Pub and Eatery, 220 Avenue U, Seaside, (503) 738-7444. Salty Dogs play a mix of folk, blues, classic rock and fun oldies.

Wednesday, Feb. 15

Dan Golden 6 to 9 p.m., McKeown’s Restaurant and Bar, No. 1 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, (503) 738-5232, no cover. Dan Golden plays world music on a classical guitar.

Thursday, Feb. 16

Steak and Songs Night 5:30 p.m. to closing, T. Paul’s Supper Club, 360 12th St., Astoria, (503) 325-2545, no cover. Different musicians play live music. Basin Street NW 6 to 8 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, (503) 325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Every third Thursday enjoy Q-Nite starting at 8 p.m., with sultry songs and an open mic.

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Stepping Out Music continued Brian O’Conner 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., (360) 6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Randy Weese 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. Jam Session 7 p.m., Triangle Tavern, 222 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. St. James Society 8 p.m., Hazel’s Tavern, 1313 Marine Drive, Astoria, (503) 325-6200, no cover. St. James Society plays music described as “doom-wop, garage-adelic and desert glam.” Salty Dogs 9 p.m. to midnight, Sam’s Seaside Cafe, 104 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 717-1725, no cover.

Dance Saturday, Feb. 11

PageTurners Book Discussion 7 to 9 p.m., Raymond Timberland Library, 507 Duryea St., Raymond, Wash., (360) 942-2408, www.TRL.org, for adults. Join in a lively discussion of “Shop Class as Soulcraft: An Inquiry Into the Value of Work,” by Matthew B. Crawford. This program is held outside of regular library open hours and the library will be open only for the program.

Friday, Feb. 10

Friends of the Library Book Sale 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Naselle Timberland Library meeting room, 4 Parpala Road, Naselle, Wash., (360) 484-3877, www.TRL.org Trivia Night 7 p.m., Baked Alaska, No. 1 12th St., Astoria, (503) 325-7414, $2 per person per game.

Saturday, Feb. 11

4-H Dog Seminar 8:30 a.m., Clatsop County Fairgrounds, 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, (503) 325-8573. Seminar is open to 4-H members in grades 4 through 12 and the public is welcome to come and watch. Show focuses on showmanship in the morning and obedience in the afternoon. Friends of the Library Book Sale 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Naselle Timberland Library meeting room, 4 Parpala Road, Naselle, Wash., (360) 484-3877, www.TRL.org

Master Ballet Class Auditions 2:15 p.m. junior level, 3:30 p.m. intermediate level, Maddox Dance Studio/Little Ballet Theatre, 389 S. Main Ave., Warrenton, (503) 861-1971, $30, applicants must be age 12 by June 24, up through the teens. The adjudicator will be John Passafiume, director of the Summer Dance Lab at Whitman College in Walla Walla, Wash.

“Your Heart’s Desire” Noon, Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Drive, Pacific City, (503) 392-4581, www.communityartsproject.net, free admission for preliminary art show from noon to 5 p.m.; $25 in advance or $30 at the door for the chocolate and wine gala from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Pick up some original artworks, enjoy chocolate and wine and live music, to benefit Community Arts Project’s Art Literacy Program.

Valentine’s Dance 7 to 11 p.m., Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, 115 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., (360) 6423446, columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org, $15. Catch Saturday night fever, with disco dancing, music, decorations and fun. 1970s attire is optional, but welcome. Tickets include light refreshments, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages.

Craig Thompson Author Appearance 2 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1391. Craig Thompson will discuss his graphic novel, “Habibi,” and author Terry Brooks will present him with an award by the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association.

Square Dance 7:30 p.m. lesson, 8 p.m. dance, First Presbyterian Church Annex, 11th Street and Harrison Avenue, Astoria, $5 or pay what you can (kids free). Caller is Joseph Stevenson with live music by Flats & Friends. Organized by Bread & Liberty; all proceeds benefit creation of the Lower Columbia Time Bank.

Events Thursday, Feb. 9

Picture Attic Painters Group 1 p.m., The Picture Attic, 711 N. Pacific Highway, Long Beach, Wash., (360) 642-4770, pictureattic.com, $5. Painters in diverse mediums gather to share a love of art every Thursday. 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. “The Canyon Guy” Author Appearance 6 to 8 p.m., Lucy’s Books, 348 12th St., Astoria, (503) 325-4210, www.lucysbooks.net. River guide Charly Heavenrich will present his book “Unimagined Gifts,” about people who go to the Grand Canyon on vacation and sometimes find it to be a life-changing experience. “The Odyssey of Captain Healy” Screening 7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free. In conjunction with Black History Month, filmmaker Maria Brooks will present her documentary about Captain Mike Healy, an ex-slave who became a Coast Guard captain patrolling on the Alaska frontier.

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Local Authors @ the Library 4 to 5 p.m., Astoria Public Library, 450 10th St., Astoria, (503) 325-7323, www.astorialibrary.org, free. Romance writer Muriel Jensen will read selections from her writings, answer questions and sign books. Winter Luau 5 p.m., Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce, 207 N. Spruce St., Cannon Beach, (503) 4362610, $15 ages 13 and older, $7 ages 6 to 12, free for keikis (younger than 6), at the door or in advance. Enjoy traditional Hawaiian luau food and a chocolate fountain, drinks, ukulele music, hula demonstrations and more. Prizes will be awarded for best and worst tropical wear. Proceeds benefit Fire Mountain School. Astoria’s Second Saturday Art Walk 5 to 8 p.m., galleries and businesses in downtown Astoria. Check out new artworks, join friends and meet artists while enjoying refreshments and live music. Valentine Diamond Dinner 6 p.m., Skamokawa Grange Hall, Fairgrounds Road, Skamokawa, Wash., (360) 795-3434, $25. Dinner includes a filet mignon steak, dessert and a glass of wine and one raffle ticket; grand prize is a diamond necklace. Entertainment provided by local musicians. Proceeds benefit the Wahkiakum County Fair. Richard B. Powers Author Appearance 6 to 8 p.m., Lucy’s Books, 348 12th St., Astoria, (503) 325-4210, www.lucysbooks.net. Powers will discuss and sign copies of his recent novel, “The Astoria Chinatown Conspiracy.” QFOLK Birthday Party 8 p.m., KALA@HIPFiSHmonthly, 1017 Marine Drive, Astoria, (503) 338-4878, www.hipfishmonthly.com, $10. Featuring live music by Mattachine Social and guest performers Matthew Kern and Miss Kitty Diggins.

Sunday, Feb. 12

Friends of the Library Book Sale 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Naselle Timberland Library meeting room, 4 Parpala Road, Naselle, Wash., (360) 484-3877, www.TRL.org Deep River American Legion Auxiliary Valentine Smorgasbord 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Naselle-Grays River Valley High School commons, 793 State Route 4, Naselle, Wash., $10 adults, $6 teens, and $2 children younger than 6. Dixie Black Artist’s Reception 1 to 3 p.m., Three Cups Coffee House, 279 W. Marine Drive, Astoria, grandmadixiepaints.blogspot.com. Dixie Black will have a showing of paintings at the coffeehouse in February, featuring barns and other historical landmarks. Pacific County Historical Society Annual Meeting 1:30 p.m., Naselle-Grays River Valley High School, 793 State Route 4, Naselle, Wash., museum@willapabay.org, free, open to the public. LaRee Johnson will present “Fashion Before Freedom,” highlighting fashion from the early 20th century. A Sweet Affaire 2 to 4:30 p.m., Seaside Civic and Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, (503) 738-3311, www.sunsetempire.com, $35. Features wine tastings, appetizers, a silent auction, wine roulette and fine chocolates. Acústica will play world music in five languages from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Hosted by the Sunset Empire Park & Recreation District’s “Our Foundation” and the Seaside Rotary Club Foundation, to benefit scholarships and Rotary Club projects. Bread, Wine and Chocolate 4 to 6 p.m., Blue Scorcher Bakery Café, 1493 Duane St., Astoria, (503) 338-7473, www.bluescorcher.com, $5. Enjoy house-made Ecuadorian chocolates with regional wine and fresh pain brulee bread, plus live music by Bill Hayes.

Tuesday, Feb. 14

Coastal Writers’ Critique 10 a.m., PUD No. 2 Building, 9610 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., (360) 642-4932. Join in the discussion and critique of writing works in progress for encouragement, support and inspiration. Call Jan Bono at number listed for information. “Love Your Park” Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Seaside High School Cafeteria, 1901 Holladay Drive, Seaside, $10 adults, $5 ages 12 and younger. Spaghetti dinner with salad, dinner roll, drink and dessert, to benefit the Broadway Field project. Vegetarian and gluten free options available. “Pilgrimage” Discussion Group 7 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1391, free, no library card required. Pastor David Robinson will lead a six-week discussion group based on the book “Pilgrimage,” by Ian Bradley, which is available at Cannon Beach Book Company, 130 N. Hemlock St., Suite 2, Cannon Beach. This session will discuss chapters 10 to 13 and 20.

Wednesday, Feb. 15

Open Mic Night 5 to 7 p.m., Three Cups Coffee House, 279 W. Marine Drive, Astoria, (503) 325-7487. All acts are welcome. Call to sign up for a time slot the week of open mic. Listening to the Land 6 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 717-1458, www.nclctrust.org, free. Geologist Tom Horning will share stories and images of the shifting landscape of the Clatsop Plains. Cannon Beach Reads! 7 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1391. The selection is “King Leopold’s Ghost: A Story of Greed, Terror and Heroism in Colonial Africa,” by Adam Hochschild. The informal discussion is free and visitors and new members are welcome. Open Mic Night 7 to 9 p.m., Lush Wine Bar, 1235 S. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-8500. Read poetry, tell stories, play instruments, sing or whatever else will entertain the audience.

Stepping Out Events continued Thursday, Feb. 16

John Rekart Jr. Author Appearance 2 to 3:30 p.m., Warrenton Community Library, 861 Pacific Drive, Hammond, (503) 861-3919. John Rekart Jr. will discuss and sign copies of his book â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rollinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; On The River,â&#x20AC;? about the Columbia River pilots. 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Broken Shore,â&#x20AC;? by Peter Temple. Michele Longo Eder Author Appearance 7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org. Michele Longo Eder will speak about and sign copies of her book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Salt in Our Blood: The Memoir of a Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wife.â&#x20AC;? Nature Matters 7 p.m., Fort George Brewery Lovell Taproom, 426 14th St., Astoria, (503) 325-7468, free. Aaron Webster shares and demonstrates all the things you need to know about surviving and thriving in nature, including such things as fire making and flint knapping.

Father/Daughter Valentine Dance 5:30 to 7 p.m. or 7:30 to 9 p.m. (two dances), Astoria Recreation Center, 14th Street and Grand Avenue, Astoria, (503) 741-3035, astoriaparks.com, $20 per couple and $10 for each additional child, all ages. With music, fun, dessert and punch. Pre-registration recommended.

Revive, Revisit, Reassess: First Aid for Your Writing Project 1 to 4 p.m., Tolovana Hall, 3779 S. Hemlock St., Tolovana Park, (573) 200-1121, www.tolovanaartscolony.org, $45. Erin J. Bernard will lead this workshop. See class details at the website.

Tuesday, Feb. 14

Brilliant Body Party 2 p.m., Waves of Change Wellness Center, 1004 Marine Drive, Suite 4, Astoria, (503) 3389921, www.reflexology-works.com, free, call to register. A way to explore natural health from the inside out using nutritional supplements and other natural modalities.

Mom and Me Valentine Tea 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Port of Play, 785 Alameda Ave., Astoria, (503) 741-3035, astoriaparks.com, $10 per couple, ages 2 to 5. Hearts, flowers, crafts and a party for everyone. Put on hats and lace, and indulge in treats and fun. A photographer will be available to capture it.

Saturday, Feb. 11

Plaster Workshop 9 a.m. to noon, Grace Episcopal Church Parish House â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ladies Sewing Room,â&#x20AC;? 1545 Franklin Ave., Astoria, (503) 325-1250, holenpm@gmail.com, $5 LCPS members, $7 nonmembers. Workshop will cover the use and properties of plaster and methods of analyzing failures and repairing plaster walls and ceilings. Space limited. Call or email to register. Four Lower Columbia Preservation Society members may continue with a more detailed workshop which concludes the following Saturday, Feb. 18, at a cost of $100.

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Liberty Theater Players Community troupe mounts second production ASTORIA — The Liberty TheThis gives each actor a huge can“A Company of Wayward Saints” ater Players present George Hervas on which to paint. Each of man’s comedy, “A Company of them plays an actor who is, in a 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Wayward Saints,” in three persense, himself or herself in real Feb. 10 and 11 formances this weekend at the life. In addition, their commedia theater, 1203 Commercial St. archetypes have been performed 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12 This is the troupe’s second profor hundreds of years but are duction, following on the heels most recognizable to a modern Liberty Theater of its critically acclaimed and audience in roles like Groucho 1203 Commercial St., Astoria warmly received production of Marx, playing the archetype of (503) 325-5922 “Land of the Dragon” for AstoHarlequin, Ginger from “Gilliria’s Bicentennial Celebration in gan’s Island,” playing an aspect www.liberty-theater.org the spring of 2011. of Ruffiana, and Gaston from The play follows a group of “Beauty and the Beast,” very Tickets $15 to $25 amateur dramatists who attempt much playing a Capitano. to put on “The History of Man” The play is directed by Sen in a last-ditch attempt to buy their way back home Incavo, with Sandi Hilton as stage manager. The by gaining the patronage of a wealthy duke. But to cast includes William “Sarge” Grammer, Bill Ham, a group of actors far too selfish, self-important and Tiffany Simmons, Slab Slabinski, Scott Korte, self-indulgent to work together, this proves to be a Alan Batchelder, “Miss Avery” Hartzler, Sophie challenge they may never overcome. Kline and Chuck Bassett. In the first act, they parody various events in Playwright Herman, who lives in Portland, has the history of man, from Adam and Eve to the as- won numerous awards for his theater pieces, insassination of Caesar, before falling out, falling cluding the McKnight Foundation Humanities apart and coming back together to focus on the Award for “A Company of Wayward Saints” in more insightful aspects of human life. The produc- 1963. He is also a poet, cartoonist, composer, short tion explores the historical value of Commedia del- story writer and novelist, “indicative of his inabill’Arte together with the notion that this is a play ity to find a profession worthy of him,” according about actors, real people, who play comedians. to his website www.georgeherman.com

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Pacific County Historical Society Vintage fashion author to speak at meeting NASELLE, Wash. — The Pacific County Historical Society will hold its annual meeting at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12, at the Naselle-Grays River Valley High School at 793 State Route 4. The meeting follows the always-popular Deep River American Legion Auxiliary’s Valentine Smorgasbord. The annual Valentine Smorgasbord starts at 11:30 a.m. at the

high school commons and the cost is $10 for adults, $6 for teens, and $2 for children younger than 6. The smorgasbord runs to 2:30 p.m. This year’s program will feature LaRee Johnson of Astoria, who will present “Fashion Before Freedom,” highlighting the history of fashion from the early 20th century. Johnson is the author of “Ladies’ Vintage Accessories,”

which is in its fourth edition. Johnson has shared her extensive collection of vintage clothing and accessories with audiences throughout the Pacific Northwest for several years. The event is free and open to the public. For further information, contact the Pacific County Museum in South Bend, Wash., from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily or email museum@willapabay.org

The Picture Attic Here’s a painter-pleasing palette of programs open for dinner

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LONG BEACH, Wash. — Picture Attic Painters meet every Thursday at the Picture Attic. The group consists of oil, pastel, acrylic and watercolor artists who want to paint and share their love of art. The group gathers at 1 p.m. and paints until closing or whenever they are ready to quit. There is a $5 charge each time to defray some of the cost. The group has held one show of their work in 2011 and is planning another this spring. Artists are welcome to join the group and if it gets too large, another day will be decided on to enlarge the participation. Enjoy “A Wax Experience” with Barbara Mallon, encaustic artist and teacher. This twoday weekend retreat in fine art encaustic will be held ofrom 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18 and 19, at the Picture Attic.

There will be a lunch break, so bring your lunch or order in. Mallon has taught encaustics in the Northwest for several years and exhibits her work in national and regional juried shows and galleries. She uses a hot palette, various torches and heat guns to obtain the effects she’s looking for in her beeswax paintings. In this fun class participants will explore applying wax on boards, paper, fabric and 3D supports and how to add visual pizzazz and texture with plaster, shellac, transfers, foils, collage, beads and other embellishments from the instructor’s personal stash. There will be a review of basic techniques and demonstrations, then students will be encouraged to experiment and adapt the techniques to their own interests. Each student will go home with

at least five pieces of art and many ideas for new ones. The cost for the class is $275 and includes all materials and tools to use during the weekend. Students should come in old clothes or bring an apron and may bring their own “stash stuff” to personalize their pieces. The class is appropriate for beginners through advanced and is limited to eight participants. Call Jean Nitzel at (360) 642-4770 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays to register for this class. To reserve your place the full fee is due at the time of registration with check or credit card. The Picture Attic is located at 711 N. Pacific Highway. For more information, contact Nitzel at (360) 642-4770 or jean@pictureattic.com or log on to pictureattic.com

‘The Astoria Chinatown Conspiracy’

"The Astoria Chinatown Conspiracy," by Richard B. Powers.

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Tillamook County author’s first novel is first-rate

here are three things that fiction needs to work: an interesting setting, welldrawn characters and a plot that doesn’t put the reader to sleep. All are necessary, but if the characters are done exceptionally well, they can overcome either a humdrum setting or a pedestrian plot. The setting, both time and place, are important in “The Astoria Chinatown Conspiracy,” by Richard B. Powers. The Pacific Northwest of 1886 is not as familiar a frontier setting as the gold fields of California or the mission country of the Southwest. Powers begins by drawing a portrait of the setting, which is treated almost as a character – Seattle, Portland and especially Astoria – adding details such as long-lost street names, the smells and sounds of the waterfront and fish canneries and modes of transportation and communication that remind us of where we are in time. He then introduces a few of the main human characters and jumps into the action. Before long, however, events take secondary place to masterful character development. Minor characters are sketched in, revealed through economic line and a few shadings, but he builds up the main characters, especially the protagonist, much as an artist builds up an oil painting – layer upon layer of details that finally add up to a complex and compelling person in Sheriff TJ Stone. Supporting cast members start out as stereotypes – a madam with a heart of brass, the Number One Suspect, a pretty missionary, grasping businessmen and corrupt politicians, plus various townsfolk – but they stop short of caricature.

The late 19th century is a period of hopeful expansion for the United States, but with a dark side. The Chinese immigrants are subjected to (by today’s standards) shocking discrimination, sometimes brutally or even lethally violent. Those who oppose the foreign workers use a familiar refrain: They’re taking jobs away from deserving American workers. That most of the jobs are filthy and arduous makes no difference,

even those who deprecate it realize, as Sheriff Stone does when forced to admit he needs one white witness instead of two Chinese witnesses, that “that’s just the way it is.” This constant and systematic dehumanization of humans is perhaps the most distressing part of the book, more so than the heinous murders and brutal violence. These kinds of things were happening all over the West to the immigrants, from the min-

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outside union agitators, street violence, a love interest and trying to catch up with a killer who seems to always be one step ahead. And that’s when he’s not battling the notorious North Coast weather and memories of a traumatic past. The wealth of historical detail is astounding not only in the sheer amount but in the fact that we’re not hit over the head with it. Powers must have spent countless hours researching the period, but manages to make the fruits of that research effortless for the reader. The river boats, boardwalks and bustles bring the 19th century as close to real as it will probably get without actual time travel.

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BY LINDA LEBRUN and when the local fishermen’s union calls a ing camps of Eastern Oregon to California and strike and someone brings in Chinese strike- beyond. But in this case it’s all about the fish, breakers, it’s a madewhich makes Astoria to-order justification the logical location. for reprisal. Of the three essenEven more aptials, plot is the book’s palling is the casual weakest point, being everyday discriminanot bad but rather fortion by nearly allmulaic. That being white residents, even said, however, it does those people sympamove right along. thetic to the immiSheriff Stone can grants. This attitude is so prevalent that by the barely catch his breath between one murder and end of the book the reader barely notices. And the next, chasing puzzling clues, invasions by

The late 19th century is a period of hopeful expansion for the United States, but with a dark side.

Richard Powers is a semi-retired psychology professor who teaches conflict resolution and has a lifelong interest in studying cooperation and helping students learn to see the world through the eyes of the “other.” He will appear for a book signing event from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, at Lucy’s Books, 348 12th St., Astoria.

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Love doesn't make the world go round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile. — Franklin Jones

To love someone deeply gives you strength. Being loved by someone deeply gives you courage. — Lao-Tzu

Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies. — Aristotle

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S ABOVE: Warrenton residents Jill and MIke Graham have celebrated Valentine's Day as husband and wife for 42 years. BELOW: Karla Nelson gets into the Valentine's spirit at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum's annual dance. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

t. Valentine’s true identity is arguable, but the U.S. Census’ Archival Facts suggests that sometime around 400 A.D., St. Valentine and love became linked. Moving ahead a few hundred years, the same source notes that in the 1840s, Esther Howard of Massachusetts was responsible for the first mass-produced Valentine cards. Howard was onto something. Close to 200 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged annually, making it the second most popular greeting card giving occasion. In Gearhart’s A Great Shop, Dianne Widdop expects hot sales in this year’s selection of fun and clever cards. “We’ll no doubt have some men come in on Valentine’s eve or on Valentine’s Day desperate for a card and often a gift to go with it. Men who are ‘well trained’ know enough to go home with something,” said Widdop, who values the idea of the occasion. “Early in our marriage, my husband was in graduate school and we were on a tight budget. I remember him surprising me on Valentine’s Day with a bouquet of daffodils. It was such a nice way to say ‘I care about you.’ Now, 45 years later, I’ll probably give him a funny card, and sign it from our border collie. He seems to have stolen both of our hearts, especially my husband’s.” Valentine’s Day customs can create a lifetime of caring memories. In this case, make that mostly caring. Patty Lucas Beall grew up on the coast, attending Gearhart Grade School. Beall remembers that each school room had one large Valentine’s box spectacularly layered with paper doilies, swirling ribbons, shiny red hearts and often an ample display of glitter. It had a slot in the top where the entire class deposited their notes. At a time when homemade cookies and punch were still “safe for consumption,” the class would sugar up and then distribute the cards. “It wasn’t very anonymous,” Beall says. “Some of the kids would have a huge stack and others not so many. Your status went up according to who took in the most. And as we got into the upper grades, 6, 7 and 8, the girls would all count to see how many they received from the boys. Some cards would say ‘from your secret pal,’ but most of the girls would sign their names, assuring them credit received for

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BY MARILYN GILBAUGH

You’ve heard the axiom: Bad news sells, good news doesn’t. But one day a year – Valentine’s Day – old-fashioned sweetness grabs the spotlight.

popularity rankings – which in grade school could change daily, if not hourly.” Judy Bigby, Astoria resident and a retired principal from Astoria’s John Jacob Astor Elementary School, remembers: “It was always a special holiday for the children. They had a great time working on their writing skills, penmanship and creating poetry. Making Valentine’s cards is something children love to do. Christmas was past and Valentine’s Day was a refreshing homespun kind of thing. Today, children decorate individual paper lunch bags with

have a lifetime of Valentine’s Day memories. “It’s important to stop and salute holidays,” said Jill. “I think any time you can find joy in your life, do it. It (joy) is a really, really big word to me. In grade school, decorating individual shoe boxes with doilies and anything else you could come up with was a really big deal. The goal was always to make your box the prettiest. We passed out our cards, either handmade or those small ones commercially produced with the little envelopes, first to every classmate, then after school we delivered more around the neighborhood – and

The Columbia-Pacific region offers miles of coastline for writing romantic messages in the sand.

drawings, paper hearts and whatever else they care to add, along with their names, before delivering their cards to each classmate’s bag. In kindergarten, the kids are just learning to read and write, and they are so proud that they can write their names on their cards. And they love sounding out those blurry little messages printed on those small multi-colored candy Valentines.” Seaside’s Suzanne Elise Assisted Living Community is already busy setting the mood. “We decorate for just about every holiday you can think of,” said Margie Cokeley, a self-described Jack-of-all-trades on the campus. “For Valentine’s Day, we’ll have an afternoon party and preschoolers from the local Head Start program, who visit frequently, will probably come by to liven things up. And we always have Valentine’s cards available for any of our residents who want to write them out to a special someone.” Mike and Jill Graham of Warrenton are both fourthgeneration coastal residents – he’s from Seaside and Cannon Beach and she is from Astoria. Between them, they

we had a big neighborhood full of kids. “After Mike and I married, we would have fun dinners at home or go to a favorite restaurant, lured there by a menu created especially for romance. Now, if we ‘dine in,’ the menu has to include a good bottle of red wine, spring lamb, asparagus and a little lemon dessert. “We’ve been married for 42 years and have always exchanged Valentine’s gifts. This year I got mine early: an expandable garden rake with a Good Grip handle - I’m in love with it. If I’m good, Mike says he’ll get me the soaker! From the romantic to the realistic,” said Jill. Roberta and Gordon Smith, owners of Elsie’s unique Camp 18 Logging Museum and Restaurant, both grew up in the Jewell area and have been married for 56 years. Roberta remembers making Valentines for friends and family. “And our parents gave us kids a small gift, making the day something special,” she said. “Our teacher, whom I found out was Gordon’s aunt after I met him, always had us doing crafty things. And I still have a Valentine that my

Love is but the discovery of ourselves in others, and the delight in the recognition.

daughter made me in grade school and she’s now in her 50s.” Roberta refers to Gordon and herself as “just two ordinary people who have always given something to each other on Valentine’s Day. I usually give him a card and he’ll give me a Valentine’s box and flowers. It’s nice to pause and recognize the personal in a fast-paced life where one day can run into the next.” That cherubic archer, Cupid, ever-democratic, will be releasing his arrows this year as in years past without regard to age, race, social or economic status. Locally, lodging accommodations, restaurants and stores are featuring a plethora of beds, books and candles, baubles, bubbly, romantic menus for two and cards that assist in showing that you care. There are also miles of beach for hand-holding strolls, craft paper for love notes and easy hints for homemade sweets for your sweeties. And if you want to get out and get moving, Ilwaco’s Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum will set the mood for things to come with its sixth annual Valentine’s Dance Saturday, Feb. 11. “This year it’s a ’70s theme where all ages, from teens to seniors, will show they’re ready to party. Every year we have a great time,” said co-coordinator Rosemary Hickman. Caring and sharing, Feb. 14 presents lots of reasons to make memories that will last a lifetime. Make sure you make at least one.

— Alexander

Smith

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Readers write in about The Mouth’s reviews

was not expecting any flak, but several acquaintances of mine were actually miffed that I disparaged Pizza Hut (Jan. 26, http://tinyurl.com/6uqt827), though they were too timid to write in about it. Anyone wanting to defend the Hut is encouraged to do so; I’ll print it! (See box at right.) Until then, here’s a letter of agreement from a frequent coastweekend.com commenter: “Once in a blue moon – if that often – I agree with The Mouth. When I was a kid back in the ’60s, it was a real treat to now and then stop at Burgerville or Dairy Queen for a hamburger, fries and shake. You got pretty good stuff for a decent price - Burgerville was 19 cents for a hamburger, the same for fries, and a quarter for a milkshake - and it was tasty stuff. As the years went by, the food got worse and the prices got ridiculous. Rather than offering good stuff for a good price, it was all based on crass commercialism and it became obvious the the profit margin was all they cared about. I have not eaten fast food for many years. I would rather patronize a locally-owned eating joint and pay eight bucks for a good hamburger prepared by someone who really cares about what the customer thinks rather than sit in a plastic fast food joint and eat some gawd-awful stuff prepared by someone who could care less what I think. “Cheap” isn’t everything, that’s for sure. And that Pizza Hut Big Dinner Box is just plain revolting-looking!” Franko On my review of Drina Daisy (June 16, 2011, http://tinyurl.com/7w5gs5f): “Mouth, You got it. You got it. You got it. I was surprised and dumbfounded. Not for the fact that you were affirming, but that you said what most people here imply by their actions, but won’t say. In addition, you understood our basic premise, something that very few understand, even with much effort on our part. Thank You!” Ken B., Drina Daisy “I just want you to know yours is the feature I view before reading any other part of the (Chi-

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nook Observer) paper. I am mostly familiar with the restaurants you review on this side of the river, and every time, you are dead-on right. It isn’t only my take on the quality (or lack thereof) of an establishment, either. For many years, I operated a motel here, and I would ask my customers their experiences dining out. Your reviews match those customers’ views to the letter. Food good or bad, yep. Service wonderful or lousy, right on. This happened so consistently. I rely on your observations anytime. Keep up the good work and thanks!” Dan H., Long Beach

http://tinyurl.com/74qhl8p). Kim is a neighbor and friend of ours and I find your article to be very accurate without being judgmental. You state clearly that if people prefer the traditional restaurant dining experience, then they will have a hard time at Kim’s, and if they like the grandmother’s kitchen home experience, then they will really enjoy the atmosphere. You are also right on her prices, but the food is excellent and if you allow yourself to get what you get and enjoy it, then the experience will be rewarding.” Scott L.

mouth OF THE COLUMBIA

COAST WEEKEND’S LOCAL RESTAURANT REVIEW

Pizza Hut responds As Coast Weekend went to press, we received this message from Chris Fuller, director of public relations for Pizza Hut: “While the article is an opinion, which the writer is certainly entitled to, we do feel like it tells an unfair and inaccurate story for our brand. The writer’s views are an insult to the customers who have made us America’s favorite pizza, as well as our employees, who are your city’s neighbors and friends. ... Regarding the ingredients, we would like to see the Coast Weekend share the full, accurate story – we have the best value in the pizza industry, but firmly believe in not compromising on quality. “

mouth@coastweekend.com “First off ... thank you! I moved here a little over a year ago and have been reading your column every week. You have made the transition from the Portland food scene a little easier (you do go a little easy on some places, but I understand why). I also agree strongly with your two winners for Best New Restaurant and Restaurant of the Year (Dec. 29, 2011, http://tinyurl.com/82mx8aq). Please keep up the good work searching out the new little hole-in-the-wall places like the Relief Pitcher (Dec. 30, 2010, http://tinyurl.com/7r45ndt) and holding high-end places to a higher standard. Keep up the good work. And thank you!” Chad H. “Dear Mouth: I want to compliment you on a review well written: Kim’s Kitchen (Sept. 29, 2011,

Thanks for writing in! It’s nice to know that many of you appreciate what I do and how I do it. Unfortunately, there wasn’t any negative feedback for me to spar with, but maybe next time. • • • Note: To those of you who have written in to complain about price hikes and bad experiences, I’ve read your letters, and in some cases have responded to you or even passed your thoughts on to the owners in question. But it would be inappropriate for me to print them here. If have a similar experience, you’ll see it in a write-up. I do believe you, but if you want to share your experience with the world, I recommend online review sites Urbanspoon, Yelp, TripAdvisor and the like.

Read the full text of Mr. Fuller’s letter in the Feb. 9 Daily Astorian, and look for The Mouth’s response in an upcoming column.

Kilroy’s responds A reader identified only as “The Voice of Kilroy’s Pub & Grill” sent the following correction: “In your article ‘Mouth of the Columbia’ (Feb. 2, http://tinyurl.com/86vv2vv) it states there are ‘no plates’at Kilroy’s though apparently the picture of our food taken by Alex Pajunas disputes this assertion, as the burger is on a plate. Yes, we not only have plates at Kilroy’s, but we do use plates for certain menu items.”

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Farewell to thee, winter blues

The dogs go to 4-H

CANNON BEACH/NEHALEM — Nothing beats a gray winter day like some aloha spirit. Transport yourself to the tropics at the inaugural Winter Luau with your choice of two locations: Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce, 207 N. Spruce St., and Saturday, Feb. 18, at the Nehalem Fire Hall, 35900 Eighth St. Both events start at 5 p.m. Local Hawaiian Malia Jacobsen will prepare traditional luau food including kalua pork, teriyaki chicken, yakisoba noodles with vegetables, mac salad and crab and cream cheese won tons. For dessert enjoy a chocolate foun-

tain with goodies to dip. Spicy tuna rolls, California rolls, Fort George beer, wine and mai tais will add to the festivities. Come enjoy great food, drinks and music, including a keiki hula, the Bob Chisholm Ukulele Group, and a hula demonstration by Molly and Sofia Rios-Nogales (Cannon Beach event) and Mokihana Gnomes (Nehalem event). Prizes will be given to best and worst tropical wear, so come dressed for the islands. Tickets are $15 for ages 13 and older, $7 for ages 6 to 12, and free for keikis (younger than 6), at the door or in advance. For advance

tickets or more information, call (503) 4362610 or (503) 368-6874. All proceeds benefit Fire Mountain School, a small, independent elementary school serving children from Clatsop and Tillamook counties for nearly three decades. Here students master skills in both academic and social arenas in ways that encourage self-reliance, community participation and a lifelong passion for learning. Sponsors include Fort George Brewery, Kukui House Services, Jeff Pfeifer Construction and Rainbow Lotus Healing Center.

ASTORIA — The Clatsop County 4-H is hosting a 4-H Dog Seminar Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds, 92937 Walluski Loop. This seminar is open to 4-H members in grades 4 through 12 and the public is welcome to come and watch. The match begins at 8:30 a.m., focusing on showmanship in the morning and obedience in the afternoon. 4-H is a program of Oregon State University that offers its programs equally to all people in grades K-12. For more information about the Dog Seminar, 4-H membership or 4-H leadership, call the Clatsop County Extension office at (503) 325-8573.

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CW marketplace 70 Help Wanted

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Barista Position. Submit resume in person to Undercover Coffee 632 West Marine Drive-Astoria. No phone calls, please.

Full Time Medical Assistant/Receptionist-Ocean Park, WA Family Health Center (FHC) is seeking 1 Full Time Medical Assistant (MA)/Receptionist to work as an MA and Receptionist from 7:30- 4:30 M-F at our clinic in Ocean Park, WA. 1-4 yrs previous work exp. as a MA preferred. Must be eligible for state health certification, or have valid and unrestricted MA certification, and have valid drivers license. We offer competitive compensation and paid benefits. Be part of a great team environment! To APPLY: Application materials may be picked up at: FHC, 21610 Pacific Highway, Ocean Park WA. Or, you may mail your resume and letter of interest to: Family Health Center, Attn: Human Resources, 1057 12th Avenue, Longview WA 98632; or Email your Resume: jobs@cfamhc.org, or fax to (360)703-3181. EOE/AA

Brake/Alignment Technician Full-time position in Warrenton. Competitive wages/generous benefits package includes medical/dental/vision/vacation, holiday pay/retirement/profit sharing. Requirements include: Brake/alignment skills/customer service/communication skills. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact Rob Stampflee at Robert.l.stampflee@lesschwab.com

City of Cannon Beach Job Announcement Chief of Police The City of Cannon Beach is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Chief of Police. The position administers, plans, organizes, integrates and directs the activities and personnel of the Cityʼs Police Department and the delivery of law enforcement services and programs. Salary range starting at $5,634 - 6,762 per month; plus benefits package. Send cover letter, resume and application to: Rich Mays, City Manager City of Cannon Beach P.O. Box 368 Cannon Beach, OR 97110. For more information and to download an application: http://www.ci.cannonbeach.or.us/ jobs.html. Questions email: mays@ci.cannon-beach.or.us. Closing date 2/24/12 @ 5pm. Exper. Dental Assist. 30+hrs, 4 days, benefits and good pay. Good people skills, energetic and great multitasker. Bring resume in person to NC Dental Clinic 1085 E HarborWarrenton, or fax to (503)8610568. FULL & PART TIME clothing sales people needed for our Seaside & Cannon Beach stores. Please apply in person at Ter Harʼs, 27 Broadway in Seaside.

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FULL-TIME REGISTERED NURSE Willapa Harbor Hospital is hiring for a Night Shift/Full-Time RN. Experience needed in an acute care hospital, ER, Med/Surg. For an application please contact Krisy Funkhouser, 360875-4500 or Kim Caudill, 360-875-4529. EOE.

MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK NEEDED Home Health and Hospice agency seeking Part-Time with growth potential to Full-Time, a Social Worker to assist Home Health and Hospice patients in obtaining community resources, coping skills related to the patient and family members. Applicant must have a Masters in Social Work, possess a valid Driverʼs License and pass Washington State Police background check. Work area entails both Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties.

BACHELORS OF SOCIAL WORK NEEDED Home Health and Hospice agency seeking Part-Time Social Worker to assist Home Hospice patients and families with needs related to terminal illness. Applicant must have a Bachelors in Social Work, possess a valid Driverʼs License and pass Washington State Patrol background check.

Please respond to Linda or Rik @ 360-532-5454 or 1800-72-1319. Work area entails both Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties. HARBORS HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE 201 7TH STREET HOQUIAM, WA 98550

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Coast Rehabilitation Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals to work with people with developmental disabilities in the Astoria to Seaside area. Competitive union wage, and full benefit package offered.

Insurance Inspector. PT in Astoria. Work independently in the field to verify measurements and condition of homes for insurance companies. No sales. Computer experience, digital camera, car, cell phone required. Knowledge of home construction and customer service experience a plus. Paid Training. Paid per assignment or minimum $14/hr. Apply at www.muellerinc.com Ref # 17668

Duties include skill building, direct care, community participation and advocacy for clients with disabilities. Requirements: Must have license for 3 years in good standing, High School diploma or GED, criminal background check, and drug screening. This is more than a job- it is a career with multiple opportunities for advancement and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of others. Please call (503)861-3372 or email kjonsson@coastrehab.org www.coastrehab.org Member Services Representative AAA Oregon/Idaho seeks a part-time Member Services Representative for our North Coast Service Center. This position is responsible for performing a variety of sales and service related tasks; including generating sales opportunities and answering member inquiries by phone & in person relating to AAA services. Insurance experience a plus. Qualified applicants should possess: • A desire to be part of a dynamic and growing insurance business with opportunities to cross-sell a variety of products and services. • Strong communication, keyboarding, conflict resolution and customer service skills. • Experience with a Windows-based computer operating system and/or previous experience working in a Sales or Service environment. • Must possess ability to make independent decisions using sound judgment. Applicants may apply in person between 9am and 4pm, Monday through Friday at our North Coast Service Center located at 135 S. Hwy 101 Warrenton, OR 97146. Or Please feel free to email your resume to: recruiter@aaaoregon.com AAA Oregon/Idaho is proud to promote and maintain a drug-free workplace and pre-employment drug screening is required. Criminal background check. EOE. Please, no calls.

Mobility Assistant Applicant should be energetic, personable with strong communication skills. Duties include mobility assistance, travel training, customer service, answering phones, cash drawer balancing and clerical support. Basic computer skills required. FT w/benefits $10.00 $11.00 DOE. For more information or an application contact: Sunset Empire Transportation District 900 Marine Drive Astoria OR 97103 www.ridethebus.org Closing date 2-15-2012 @ 5pm. New Year, New Job, New You. Need 5 Self-Starters FT or PT, Buy or Sell (503)738-3839 or (503)440-0675

North Beach Water District is accepting applications for the position of

OFFICE MANAGER The ideal candidate for this position will be a highly motivated professional who works well in a busy office and is able to communicate well with customers and fellow employees. Customer Service is North Beach Water Districts top priority. The ideal candidate will have managerial or executive experience and be very organized and selfsufficient with significant bookkeeping or accounting experience. Applications can be obtained at the North Beach Water District Office located at 25902 Vernon Ave. Suite C Ocean Park, WA 98640. You may also request an application by calling (360) 665-4144. Resumes must be submitted with a completed North Beach Water District employment application. Application may be delivered by hand, USPS, UPS, or Fed-ex. Applications that are faxed or emailed to the District will be considered. Email to generalmanager@northbeachwater.com Fax to (360) 665-4641 Pay Range $30,000 to $45,000 DOE

Applications must reach the North Beach Water District Office no later than 5:00pm February 17, 2011

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Now accepting applications for all positions. Apply in person. Ebb Tide 300 N Prom, Seaside.

Adult Foster Home is looking for a full time experienced caregiver. Please call (503)325-5312

NW Oregon Manufacturing Company is looking for a candidate to join our maintenance department. Primary requirements are experience with working on small motors, pumps, hydraulic systems, rolling stock, and general manufacturing equipment. Welding and general electrical skills are a plus. We are an equal opportunity employer that offerʼs benefits and room for advancement. Please send resume to Box 186 c/o Daily Astorian P.O. Box 210, Astoria, OR 97103

Part-time help needed for small seafood market. Some experience in seafood and cash register a plus. Pre-employment drug screen required. Pick up application at: Warrenton Deep Sea 45 N.E. Harbor Place Warrenton, Oregon or Bornstein Seafoods 9 Portway Dr. Astoria, Oregon FOR QUICK CASH Use a classified ad to sell items around your home you can no longer use.

RN Admin Utilization Review/Nursing QA Coordinator FT RN with experience & background in managing discharge planning & coordinating quality assurance. An understanding of pre-established criteria to perform concurrent admission & continued stay reviews. Ability to work w/physicians regarding proper documentation & appropriateness of stay. Nursing Quality Assurance Responsibilities. Send resume or call Krisy Funkhouser, HR, 360-875-4500 or Kim Caudill, HR, 360- 875-4529. Willapa Harbor Hospital, P.O. Box 438, South Bend, WA 98586. E.O.E. Sales Associate, Outgoing Personality with great Personal Presentation & good Sense of Humor for High Energy Upscale Gift/Gallery. Apply at 148 N Hemlock, Cannon Beach. Sea Ranch RV has an honest job for an honest worker. Positive, out-going personality with computer skills. Customer service a must. Drug-free. (503)436-2815

Sunset Empire Park and Recreation District in Seaside, OR is accepting qualified applicants for the position of General Manager. For more information or to apply: www.sdao.com Suzanne Elise Assisted Living is hiring for PT/FT Waitstaff and Caregivers. Willing to train, must work weekends. If you enjoy seniors, apply in person at 101 Forest Drive, Seaside Drug free workplace. T. Paulʼs Supper Club Looking for full-time experienced cook. Apply in person from 2-5pm at 360 12th St., Astoria Want to earn some extra $$ Deliver The Daily Astorian. We have routes available now in Astoria. Call Steve (503)325-3211 x 233 WANTED: Sales Team Make $300-400 per week while staffing a wide variety of in-store locations, Door-to-door, and special events. Candidate will have own transportation and cell phone. All sales person are independent contractors and will have no prior criminal convictions. Have fun in a team atmosphere while promoting the local Newspaper. Please contact Molinda Goforth (503)325-3211, ext. 225 The Daily Astorian Warrenton Kia Immediate opening for 2 salesmen!! No experience required. Growing Dealer needs help. Amazing pay program. Apply in person.

80 Work Wanted •JIMʼS LAWN CARE• •Brush Clearing•Lawns•Shrubs •Hauling•Gutter & Storm-Cleanup (503)325-2445 •Free Estimates

106 Business for Sale Coffee Shop/Bakery for Sale. Established, downtown location, cozy atmosphere. Includes equipment to operate as coffee shop and small bakery. Growth potential. Seeking immediate buyer. $15,000. (503)338-5167 or email djonesinastoria@yahoo.com

150 Homes for Sale 3000 sq ft home in nice neighborhood in Seaside 4 bedroom 3 bath $299,000. (503)717-3907

CW marketplace 195 Homes Wanted SKILLS IN EXCHANGE:Animal care (licensed dog trainer), tutoring, childcare, companionship, outings. Seaside only-no smoking. (503)717-2421

200 Mobile Homes Completely remodeled 2 bedroom/1 bath mobile in quiet park in residential neighborhood. 1/2 miles N. of Hwy. 30 in Knappa. $24,000, with $2000/down and $250/month. Space rent of $305 includes w/g/s. Call Terry for directions (503)3131612 7-10 or Melinda at (503)7410679

205 Condos for Rent Cannery Loft Condo, w/river view. All appliances and some utilities included. $980 per month. (503)717-8030

210 Apartments, Unfurnished 2/3 bedroom Townhouses available. W/S/G paid, low-income housing. 421 A NW Ridge Road, Hammond. (503)861-6031 Apartments Seaside! $475-$875 per month Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Seaside Apartments; S Seaside 2 bd/1 ba. w/d hookups $700 mo. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Seaside: large 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath w/dishwasher, w/d hook-up, carport. No dogs. $750 per month. Call (503)440-2223

CANNERY LOFTS @ 39TH ST. LUXURY TOP FLOOR RIVERFRONT LIVING. 1+BED/2 BATH, GAS FIREPLACE, W/D. FURNISHED OR UNFURNISHED. NON-SMOKING, PET NEG. YEAR LEASE.$1,200/MO. (406)270-8613

Seaside–Apartments Bright 2bd/2bath, approx 1100 sqft, W/D hookups. Move-in special:$100 off first month rent, $795 mo. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

Seaside–Ambassador Suites Steps to Prom! Seasonal pool, onsite laundry, furnished $650, unfurnished $600. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

Seaside–Apartments Great ocean view, furnished, 1bdrm/1bath, steps to beach/Prom, onsite laundry, $650. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

210 Apartments, Unfurnished

Seaside–Apartments Near golf course, 2bd/1bath, W/D hookup & coin-op onsite, dishwasher, $700. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

1 Bedroom Apt. $595+$500 deposit. Small pets OK. Assigned parking off-street. Laundry on-site. Phone (503)338-8525 Astoria 1 bedroom. Close to downtown, w/riverview. $500 per month. No pets. (360)921-6719 or (503)325-4487 Half-off First Monthʼs Rent on Studios, 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. Call for details. Waterfront Property Management (503)738-2021

MOVE IN SPECIAL $250 OFF MOVE-IN COST •2 bedroom/2 bath- $650+deposit •3 bedroom/2 bath- $800+deposit

Seaside–Condo Great river views, upscale stainless appliances & granite countertops, 2bd/2bath, $1100. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 South Jetty Inn Weekly rates $175.00 Remodeled rooms $200 (503)861-2500 Includes mini fridge, microwave, Wifi, cable, coffee in room. Biweekly maid service on weekly rate. View Estuary/Sunsets from Deck. 2 bedroom units, $669. Dishwashers, laundry on-site, playground, convenient parking. We accept HUD vouchers. Salmonberry Knoll 1250 S. Wahanna Rd., Seaside

Located near Fort Stevens Park Beach/Schools/Shopping-No pets. Columbia Pointe Apartments 500 Pacific Drive, Hammond (503)791-3703 www.yournextrental.com/10802 BUYER meets seller every day of the week in the classified columns of this newspaper.

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(503)717-1120 Westport 2 bedroom. W/S paid, pets ok. Absolutely no smoking. $650 per month. Upstairs, garage. (503)455-0806

Astoria Hills:2 bedroom/1 bath upstairs/downstairs. Great location w/riverview! Laundry large yard/basement-good parking. $900/month. No smoking/pets. (707)292-0825 Seaside: Large 1,000 sqft. 2 bedroom/2 bath. Near golf course, shopping, and beach. W/D hook-up, refrigerator, stove and dw. $750 per month, $500 deposit. No smoking/pets. (503)470-9231 Warrenton – Duplex Serene lake front property w/lovely deck & yard. 2bdrm/1.5bath, wood fireplace, dishwasher, W/D hookups, garage, $1100. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Warrenton: 55+. Newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 level w/attached garage. Refrigerator, d/w, garbage disposal, stove, gas forced air heat & fireplace. $925/month-1st/deposit. Available Feb. 1. (503)861-3511 Warrenton: Duplex, near schools and shopping. 2 story, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, single garage, dishwasher, range, refrigerator, electric & gas heat, washer & dryer hook-up. Near Costco, Home Depot, Fred Meyer. $1000 per month, & $600 security deposit. All utilities paid. $1600 total move in cost. (503)882-4619 (home) or (503)791-6453 (cell) between 6-7 pm

225 Townhouses Seaside–Townhome River views, quiet dead end street, 2bdrm/1bath, shared garage, $850. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

230 Houses, Unfurnished 2 bedroom,1 bath, $750 mo. Fenced yard, laundry hook-ups, in Warrenton, 34 N.E. 5th St. 1st & last plus deposit. Pets on approval. No cats, no smoking. (360)4375058 3 bedroom/1 bath/3 stories. Oil/wood heat. Half mile from Lewis and Clark school. No pets/smoking firm. $850/first/last/$500 security. (503)738-2836. 3-bedroom/2-bath house. W/D hook ups. $1,000/month, plus deposits. Pet friendly. (503)325-6364 evenings. 92211 Youngʼs River Rd. Let your pockets “jingle” with extra cash from the Daily Astorian classifieds

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Astoria: 2 bedroom, 1 bath, garage, large yard, no smoking, no pets, $795 month + deposits. Available 1st of February. Call (503)325-4453 leave message

Astoria waterfront commercial building for rent. Available January 1st. For info call Tom (503)791-6229

Beautiful 3,600sf river view home. 3 bed 2.5 bath. Mom-in-law apt., elevator, heated shop. $2,500/month. (360)379-1892 Great Astoria views! 5 bedroom/2 bath house, $1195. No garage. (503)936-4625. $25 screen waived for active duty. Seaside beach cottage. 1 bd/1ba.$475, cute and clean $300 dep. pets OK 319 4th Ave. #3, Seaside. (503)333-2348 Seaside: 2 bedroom near beach. W/S/G, appliances included. $650 per month-no pets. First/security deposit. (503)738-8830 Seaside: 2350 S. Edgewood. 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Garage, fenced-in back yard. $800 per month. Rick (503)440-0284 Seaside: 3 bedroom, 1 bath. 1 car garage. $1,250 per month. Fenced yard, cove area. Available early Feb. (503)440-1343 Seaside–Homes for Rent Beach cottage 1bd/1bath $525. Cute & neat 1bd/1bath $675. Garage & fenced yard 2bd/1bath $895. Adorable home 3bd/1bath $1100 Cottage, lrg living space 1bd/1bath $495. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Secluded 3 bedroom/2 bath country home with garage. $1,250 per month, first/last/security. Pets negotiable. (503)791-0853 Spacious Svensen home, converted Finn Hall. $750/month. 1st, last & deposit. No pets/smoking (503)458-5144

Astoria: 3925 Abbey Lane, 800 square feet and up. Starting at $.50 square foot. (503)440-6945 Commercial-Gearhart Highway Frontage: Commercial and office spaces, call for Details. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

485 Pets & Supplies F1 Goldendoodles. $500. Rare, black males/females. Ready February 6th-$200 holding deposit. AKC champion bloodlines. (503)7391446

535 Motorcycles 2003 Kawasaki Prairie 350 4x4 w/winch, $3000 OBO. (503)7387068 or (503)970-5242

560 Trucks 2000 Dodge Ram 2500 quad cab 4x4. $10,000 OBO. (503)738-7068 or (503)970-5242

Furnished office space for rent. 701 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. (503)3253368

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Retail/Office Suites City/River views. 150 to 4000 sq. ft-all utilities paid. 818 Commercial St. (503)325-7494

1999 Nash 21' travel trailer fsc, $3000 OBO (503)738-7068 or (503)9705242

285 RV/Trailer Space Wanted RV Storage 40'X 10'X 11' high. Must be covered, secure with easy access. (503)440-2771

300 Jewelry Buying Gold, Silver, Old Watches & Antique Jewelry. Downtown Astoria. 332 12th St. Jonathonʼs, LTD Tuesday-Saturday (503)325-7600

340 Fuel & Wood Seasoned Fir Firewood. $175.00 Delivered Call (503)440-3769

360 Furniture & HH Goods MOVING MUST SELL! Blue couch, $50. Craft table, $25. Chair and a half with ottoman, $25. Blue swivel rocker, $10. Blue chair, $10. Please call (503)861-8297

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Quad rack for in bed of pickup, holds 2 quads side by side, $800 OBO (503)738-7068 or (503)970-5242 quad trailer 8x10 with toolbox $1000 OBO. (503)738-7068 or (503)9705242

590 Automobiles 2005 Kia Sedona. 75,200 miles. $6,200. 2002 Komfort 21 ft. travel trailer. $7,000. (360)665-5356 ASTORIA AUTO WRECKING & RECYCLING NOW PAYING CASH STATE CERTIFIED SCALES HIGHEST PRICES PAID PER TON COPPER, BRASS, & ALUMINUM $$$$ BATTERIES $$$$ SEE US AT THE OLD ASTORIA AUTO WRECKING & TRANSMISSION SHOP. WILL PAY UP TO $500 CARS/TRUCKS HOT DOG SATURDAYS (503)325-8855 Lower Columbia Classic Car Club Swap Meet Cars and parts, spaces available. Clatsop County Fairgrounds Astoria, Oregon. Saturday, March 10th, 2012 8 am-3 pm. (503)325-8437

Warrenton–Homes Spacious historical home in park like setting, 4bdrm/2bath, fireplace, $1375. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

Two family moving sale. Tools, antiques, household items. Feb. 11, 9-4. 865 Jerome/Astoria

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Beautiful Victorian home. 3,500 sq. ft. 4 bedroom/4.5 bath. $1,300 per month+utilities. Call (866)302-9266 for details.

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Paying Cash For Steel! Recycling scrap metal of all types, Catalytic Converters, junk or running cars, farm equip, etc. Bring your scrap to us or we can come to you! Ronʼs Recycling, LLC 34988 Hwy. 101 Business #107 (503)791-4150 Monday-Saturday 8-5

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Available until 5/15, maybe longer, for 1-quiet person. No drinking/smoking, $335/month. 3-blocks from college. (503)325-5555

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UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Rentals $100 a week and up. RV sites also available. Call Mark or Dianah (503)861-1760

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Performance artist Matthew Kern (right) joins Mattachine Social and drag artist Miss Kitty Diggins at HIPFiSHmonthly’s QFOLK fifth birthday celebration Feb. 11.

Find out how the sands of the Clatsop Plains have shifted through time Wednesday, Feb. 15, at Seaside Library.

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KALA@HIPFiSHmonthly QFOLK celebrates five years of diversity ASTORIA — Five years ago, HIPFiSHmonthly, the Columbia Pacific Region’s free alternative monthly newspaper, introduced QFOLK, a section devoted to news and culture of the coastal LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Queer) community. The inclusion of the section according to editor/publisher Dinah Urell, “serves to keep the LGBTQ community connected, as well represents to visitors, prospective residents and our own community that we on the coast embrace diversity and respect that essential quality of life known as human dignity.” QFOLK is having a birthday party starting at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, featuring Portland’s electro-pop queer-core musical ...The timelessness of

project Mattachine Social. The band takes its name from the historic Mattachine Society, one of the first homosexual rights groups founded in Los Angeles by activist Harry Hay in the 1950s. Mattachine Social, while promising to keep you shakin’ it on the dance floor with the stylings of “Depeche Mode meets the B-52s,” base their lyrics on historically important queer icons, civil rights uprisings and cultural/political gay and lesbian content. The band also incorporates visual projection and their originally crafted glitter cannons. Mattachine Social was a local headliner for Portland Pride 2011 and participated in the first Portland Queer Music Festival. Next up they’ll be opening for comedian Sandra Bern-

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hard, and will release their first full CD sometime in 2012. Also as a surprise bill for the evening is Portland performance artist Matthew Kern and drag artist Miss Kitty Diggins. Doors open at 8 p.m., with a no-host cocktail bar and complimentary eats. Performances begin at 8:30 p.m. The band performs from 9 to 10 p.m., and a dance party continues to 12:30 a.m. Admission is $10 at the door. This is a celebration for the LGBT community, friends and allies, ages 21 and older. The party takes place at KALA, 1017 Marine Drive. For more information, call (503) 338-4878 or visit www.hipfishmonthly.com

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Listening to the Land The sands shift on the Clatsop Plains SEASIDE — As dunes that moved Listening to the Land you drive along and changed with U.S. Highway the winds, docu6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 menting human 101 between Gearhart and actions that effecWarrenton, it’s tively turned the Seaside Public Library easy to assume shifting sands 1131 Broadway, Seaside that this landinto the stable (503) 717-1458 scape of rolling hills you see green hills dotted today. Come find Free admission with trees and out more about houses looks the story of the much as it always has, except landscape that you drive past perhaps with a few less trees and each day and where some of you a few more houses. Nothing have lived for years. If just a few could be further from the truth things had turned out differently, for this once dynamic stretch of you might be shoveling sand inthe coast. Listening to the Land stead of mowing your lawn. welcomes local geologist Tom Listening to the Land is a Horning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, monthly winter speaker series Feb. 15, to the Seaside Public Li- presented by North Coast Land brary. He will share stories and Conservancy and the Necanicum images of the shifting landscape Watershed Council. Programs of the Clatsop Plains. take place at the Seaside Public Horning has been collecting Library, 1131 Broadway, on the historic photographs of the Clat- third Wednesday of the month sop Plains for years, some dating from October through April. To back to the early 1930s. His col- find out more about this series lection includes illuminating aer- and upcoming programs, visit ial photographs and dramatic www.nclctrust.org, or call (503) images of a vast sea of sand 717-1458.

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ASTORIA — The Lower Columbia Preservation Society joins with Clatsop Community College to present a workshop about plaster repair Saturday, Feb. 11, at Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., in the parish house “ladies sewing room.” Brian Peterson, the Tongue Point Job Corps plastering instructor, will lead the workshop, which will cover the use and properties of plaster and methods of analyzing failures and repairing plaster walls and ceilings. The three-hour class will start at 9 a.m. with a short lecture, then a demonstration of how to repair lathe and plaster walls and ceilings. Tongue Point students will assist with the demonstration and help with technique and questions. The cost to members is $5 and the cost to nonmembers is $7. Because space in the room is limited, contact Pamela Holen at holenpm@gmail.com or (503) 325-1250 to reserve a spot. If you are a member of the LCPS and wish to attend the full two-day workshop, there is space for four members to join Clatsop Community College’s preservation students in a detailed learning experience. The cost is $100 and is limited to four participants. Contact Holen at the number or email listed. The two-day workshop will begin Feb. 11 and continue Saturday, Feb. 18, also at 9 a.m., at the church.

CANNON BEACH — Craig Thompson, the author of an unusual graphic novel the crosses centuries and cultures, will speak at the Cannon Beach Library at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. He will also receive a regional prize voted by librarians and bookstore owners for one of the best books of 2012. Thompson spent six years after he moved to Portland writing and illustrating “Habibi,” which reviewers have praised as lifting “the bar for graphic storytelling to new heights.” Themes in “Habibi” draw on Christian and Islamic cultures from ancient times, the desecration of the environment in modern times, and it is also a love story. Terry Brooks, top-selling fantasy and science fiction author and coastal resident, will present the award following the library talk, on behalf of the Pacific Northwest

Coaster Theatre Patrick Lamb concert set for Feb. 12 CANNON BEACH — Performer/songwriter Patrick Lamb combines raw talent and energy with a singular ability to captivate an audience with his charm, sincerity and musicianship. His focus as a songwriter and performing artist is “old school” R&B and soul. He combines the influences of funk, soul, R&B and a flavor of jazz to create his own unique sound. Lamb has toured with artists such as Grammy-winner Diane Schuur and legendary R&B vocalists Bobby Caldwell, Gino Vannelli and Jeff Lorber. He has been honored with numerous awards: best soloist performance at the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, three Muddy awards voted by the Northwest music community, finalist in the Rockstar Mix It Up contest, and his company was given the Spirit of Portland and the Caring Heart award for his contributions to the community.

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Patrick Lamb plays soul, funk, jazz and R&B at the Coaster Theatre Sunday, Feb. 12.

His fifth CD, “It’s All Right Now,” hit No. 5 on the National Billboard. For more information visit www.patricklamb.com Lamb will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12, at the Coaster Theater, 108 N. Hemlock St. Tickets are $20 at the box office. Call (503) 436-1242 or visit www.coastertheatre.com

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Honky-tonkin’ psychedelic garage pop-rockers The Quick and Easy Boys will play funky R&B at Hazel’s Tavern Friday, Feb. 10.

Hazel’s Tavern Hear live music twice this week ASTORIA — Two live bands bring their shows to Hazel’s Tavern over the next week. The Quick and Easy Boys create a blend of funky R&B, psychedelic rock and garage pop with a slight pinch of honky-tonk, at 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10. Formed in 2005, The Quick and Easy Boys made a name for themselves in Eugene before heading north and building a Portland fan base. Their shows are an interactive party with “electrifying stage antics and profound musical moments” as the trio pours out every ounce of their energy. The band has gained the reputation for moving a crowd all night long, whether it be a big festival or a tiny watering hole. The core members – Jimmy Russell on guitar, Sean Badders on bass and Michael Goetz on drums – have continued to evolve musically, and audiences continue their enthusiastic calling of “Yeah Bud!” at every show. The St. James Society began when Brandon Lloyd Burkart and David Dubois (both from San Francisco) moved to Austin, Texas. The two decided to hire on Elza Burkart and Candice Bertalan as back-up singers/tambourine players. Then a talented young drummer named Jeremy Hayes joined the band.

The band is embarking upon an official 30-day tour of the western United States and will be playing at Hazel’s Tavern at 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16. There is no cover charge. Hazel’s Tavern is located at 1313 Marine Drive and can be reached at (503) 325-6200.

Booksellers Association. The artwork runs from Arabian Nights to grim futuristiclooking industrial work pits. The lettering changes with the times and subject. The author gives his readers a look into the creative process at his website, habibibook.com, where he follows some pages from early sketch through to the final artwork. Thompson’s visit is sponsored by the library, The Cannon Beach Book Company and The Waves at Cannon Beach. It is free as part of the Northwest Authors Second Saturday Series, which continues through June. The March 10 speaker will be Erica Bauermeister, author of “Joy for Beginners.” The library is at 131 N. Hemlock St., and can be reached at (503) 436-1391 or cblibrary131@gmail.com

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Astoria’s Second Saturday Art Walk ASTORIA — The art scene continues to shine as downtown merchants and galleries hold Astoria’s Second Saturday Art Walk from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. Some venues are open earlier and some may stay open later. Meet artists and mingle with friends and fellow art lovers while enjoying refreshments and new exhibits. ART BUSINESSES * Fernhill Glass Studio 1450 Exchange St., (503) 325-3448, www.fernhillglass.com Fernhill Glass Studio will celebrate its one year anniversary from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Claude Kurtz and Chris Hucke will be giving glassblowing demonstrations all day, along with cake, finger food and drinks. There are anniversary savings available and classes by appointment.

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* KALA at HIPFiSHmonthly 1017 Marine Drive, (503) 338-4878 Presenting the paintings of Kimberly Reed from 5 to 7 p.m. Reed, a native of Chico, Calif., and a recent transplant to Astoria, is a self-taught painter. An education major at the University of Nevada, her large abstract paintings are heavily textured with chunky brushstrokes and layers of paint to evoke expressionistic moments in time. Check out www.kimberlyreedartist.com * Lunar Boy Gallery 240 11th St., (503) 325-1566, www.lunarboygallery.com Debuting “Obsessions,” a show of new works by Kim Hamblin of Portland and Ulana Zahajkewycz of New Jersey. Hamblin’s work features mixed media pieces of acrylic on panel with an obsessive quantity of precisely placed nails and Zahajkewycz, a Lunar Boy favorite, has created another fantastical set of three-dimensional paintings on hand-carved basswood. * Old Town Framing Company 1287 Commercial St., (503) 325-5221, www.oldtownframing.com The Left Brain/Right Brain Show with psychologists Maggie Shumaker and Emily Creel, in which they show off their artistic talents and help the audience understand how the brain works. Interactive brain games, brain tricks and enjoy some brain food. * RiverSea Gallery 1160 Commercial St., (503) 325-1270, www.riverseagallery.com Presenting a two-man ceramics show featuring sculptural and functional pieces by Randy McClelland and David Campiche. Both artists are devotees of

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“Capturing My Heart,” by Kim Hamblin, who is showing at Lunar Boy Gallery.

books.net There will be an author appearance from 6 to 8 p.m. by Richard B. Powers, who will discuss and sign copies of his new book, “The Astoria Chinatown Conspiracy.” Nepal Exchange 1421 Commercial St., (503) 338-8229 This will be the last art walk for the shop, which is closing at the end of the month. Everything is on sale, with many bargain prices and gifts for Valentine’s Day. The organization will continue to distribute merchandise and help needy children in Nepal.

anagama, an ancient Japanese wood-firing technique, and are influenced by the aesthetics of Japanese art. Pieces include “spirit houses” and “tengu,” among others. ALSO FEATURING ORIGINAL ART * Astoria Hemp Works 1062 Marine Drive, (503) 791-2914, www.astoriahempworks.com This is the shop’s first anniversary and is also the grand opening of the new location. There will be live music by Astoria’s Home Grown Music Project and cake, of course. New gallery space means they will have more artworks on display than ever before. Enjoy the quirky original “Artimals” of Noelle Dass, the sublime photography of Robert Potts, pottery masks by Rich McNally, the offbeat metalwork of Vicky Wilson and more.

store’s list of positive retail attributes and it makes the perfect destination for all upcoming Valentine’s Day shopping needs. Commercial Street Antiques and Collectibles 959 Commercial St., (503) 325-4388 Foxgloves 1124 Commercial St., (503) 468-0700 Lucy’s Books 348 12th St., Astoria, (503) 325-4210, www.lucys-

RESTAURANT PARTICIPANTS * Astoria Coffeehouse and Bistro 243 11th St., (503) 325-1787, www.astoriacoffeehouse.com The Astoria Coffeehouse often features original art from the extensive private collection of restaurant owner Jim Defeo. This month will debut works by prolific Walla Walla, Wash., artist James Lavadour, known for creating large panel set landscape paintings.

SUPPORTING PARTICIPANTS Cargo in Astoria 240 11th St., (503) 975-5305 Cargo’s overwhelming inventory of Asian kitsch and international curiosities always makes for the perfect gift shopping locale, but add “jewelry central” to the

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“Left Brain/Right Brain” at Old Town Framing Company features works by Maggie Shumaker and Emily Creel.

Baked Alaska No. 1 12th St., (503) 325-7414, www.bakedak.com * Clemente’s 1198 Commercial St., (503) 325-1067, www.clementesrestaurant.com David Ambrose as lived in Astoria for 23 years. In 2010 he took up acrylic painting. An engineer by training, he has found the world of the arts more to his liking in later life. Ambrose is fascinated with the use of light in the black-and-white photography of the 1930s and ‘40s. He attempts to bring a combination of light and color to his renditions of the human condition. Fort George Brewery and Public House 1483 Duane St., (503) 325-7468, www.fortgeorgebrewery.com * Fort George Lovell Tap Room 426 14th St., (503) 325-7468, www.fortgeorgebrewery.com It’s Stout Month and a Festival of Dark Arts preview in the Lovell Taproom. Dark visual art ranging from oil painting, charcoal, threads, metals and mixed media have been hand-picked to feel “stout” by guest curator Jessica Schleif. Local artists include Agnes Field, Brandon Hoffman, Roger Hayes, Andrea Mace, Vinnie Steele, Aaron Toledo, Darren Orange, Karen Eland, Kristin Shauck, Phillip Johnson and Shannon Meeker.

The art walk is sponsored by the Astoria Downtown Historic District Association. Locations with an asterisk (*) will display original art. Check www.coastweekend.com for more details of individual art shows and additional photographs.

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American Heart Month Heart Month is a big deal to the Columbia Memorial Hospital Cardiology Team. We want to be sure that you know, in addition to our Cardiology Clinic, we also offer Cardiac Rehabilitation. Our Cardiac Rehabilitation program is designed to help people who have heart disease or have experienced a cardiac event by providing Phase II and III Cardiac Rehab services to patients from the Northern Oregon Coast and surrounding areas. Cardiac Rehab helps cardiac patients recover faster and reduce cardiovascular disease risk factors by providing a multifaceted approach consisting of monitored exercise, nutritional and lifestyle education, and support. Our department is equipped with a wide variety of cardio and strength training equipment to meet the various needs and limitations of our patients. Heart disease, including stroke, is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. You are at higher risk of heart disease if you are: • A woman age 55 or older • A man age 45 or older • Or a person with a family history of early heart disease Make an appointment with your doctor today if you think you could be at risk.

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2012 Kia Optima LX

$19,695

sale price after rebates

MSRP $22,195

$1,000 Warrenton Kia Discount $1,500 Rebates

MPG 24 to 35

STK# K425

2012 Kia Soul

$13,995

sale price after rebates

MSRP $14,745

$250 Warrenton Kia Discount $500 Military if you qualify

MPG 27 to 35

STK# K419

FIRST-TIME BUYERS • CREDIT-CHALLENGED • APPROVED EVERY DAY!

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EASY FINANCING

100,000 MILE WARRANTY

• 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty • 5-year/60,000-mile limited basic warranty • 5-year/100,000-mile limited anti-perforation warranty • 5-year/50,000-mile 24-hour roadside assitance

EASY LEASING

801 SE MARLIN AVE., WARRENTON 503.861.3422

Prices do not included tax, title and license fees, $75.00 title registration processing fee. All units subject to prior sales. All ad prices do not apply to lease transaction. All Financing subject to credit approval, pictures are for illustration only. Offer expires close of business day Sunday, 2/12/12.