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The fun never ends at the World Kite Museum. During the different spring breaks of area schools, you can learn to make your own kite, which you can then fly on the beach, a short walk away.

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LONG BEACH, Wash. — It used to be called Easter Vacation. Kids loved it; parents groaned a bit. This year, the majority of schools in Oregon and Washington are taking their spring break sometime between March 24 and April 8. Whenever your spring break happens, a visit to the World Kite Museum at 303 Sid Snyder Drive offers special family fun. Admission includes making a kite plus videos of World War II kites, fishing with kites and catching fruit bats with kites. The whole family can play a Treasure Hunt Game and get coupons for freebies from various downtown stores. If your visit includes a Saturday, you can see kites flying (weather permitting) on the beach: March 24 – two-line kite lessons; March 31 and April 1 – single-line stickless kites; and April 7 and 8 – surprise! For more information, email info@worldkitemuseum.com or phone (360) 642-4020, or log on to www.worldkitemuseum.com and join the fun.

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Colleen Raney offers a concert of Irish and Celtic music at the Old Long Beach Train Depot, the last concert before these events move to a new location.

Old Long Beach Train Depot Celtic songstress Colleen Raney performs LONG BEACH, Wash. — Raised in Seattle, previously based in New York and now calling Portland home, Colleen Raney has studied and performed Irish and Scottish music in more places and for longer than most musicians do in the span of their entire careers. Her first album, 2008’s “Linnet,” showcased her aptitude for reimagining classic Irish songs, as well as her own songwriting, which she manages to present as well-loved and firmly rooted in tradition. “Lark,” in 2011, saw Raney take on coproducing duties, and drew on contributions by Northwest music scene staples Casey Neill, Hanz Araki, Zak Borden, Ezra Holbrook, Colm MacCárthaigh and Matt Jerrell, all of whom play live with Raney in various combinations. The end of 2011 saw the release of “Cuan,” a duo album with master guitarist Colm MacCárthaigh, and extensive touring in the U.S. and Ireland. These days she can be heard on the radio from Dublin to New York to Hawaii. Raney is deeply entrenched in a musical niche and yet is able to present centuries-old music with an eye toward listeners outside of the genre. By adapting and developing her voice, at turns lullaby-soft and intensely powerful, and by surrounding herself with a constantly evolving ensemble of the best musicians the Northwest has to offer, Raney manages to credit her background and stake claim as a serious presence in contemporary Celtic music. The music starts at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 24, and the $10 admission includes free drinks and refreshments. The Old Train Depot is located at 102 Third St. N.W. Accompanying her in concert will be guitarist and singer Casey Neill. Neill, an accomplished traditional musician with a decades-long history of accompanying and collaborating with some of Irish and Scottish music’s mainstays, fronts his own band, Casey Neill and The Norway Rats, and can be seen playing across the United States as well as internationally. Tickets can be purchased or reserved by contacting Bill Svendsen at (360) 901-0962 or emailing info@longbeachwaconcerts.com This will be the last of Long Beach Acoustic Music Series concerts at the Old Train Depot, as the organizers have purchased a building in Long Beach. Starting in April, the concerts will be held at the new location, along with other events. For more information, check out the website at www.peninsulaartscenter.org

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MARCH 22, 2012

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ate so many frogs this weekend, I thought my skin was going to turn green. Now I know you already think I’m a little off, but allow me to explain. In my circle of self-improvement-oriented colleagues, eating a frog is a metaphor for tackling an onerous task. It comes from a quote by humorist Mark Twain, who posited, “Eat a live frog first thing in the morning and nothing worse will happen to you the rest of the day.” Author Brian Tracy developed a guidebook for getting organized and motivated, “Eat That Frog! 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time.” Tracy takes readers through the steps for identifying the activities that will produce the greatest results and then creating a plan to focus on them and say goodbye to the things we do that aren’t moving us toward our goals. My frogs this weekend had names like Dirt, Trash and Clutter. I had to get my house cleaned up for my mother-in-law, who is staying with my daughter and our animals while my husband and I go on vacation. I typed up a list of tasks and kept it up on my computer screen so I could come back and cross off each frog as it went down the hatch. I always add a smile by recalling the classic Monty Python skit, “Crunchy Frog,” about the confectionary company owner addressing health department complaints about his chocolate candies: Inspector: Then we have No. 4. No. 4 – Crunchy Frog. Mr. Hilton: Yes. Inspector: Am I right in thinking there’s a real frog in ’ere?

Mr. Hilton: Yes, a little one. Inspector: What sort of frog? Mr. Hilton: A ... a dead frog. Inspector: Is it cooked? Mr. Hilton: No. Inspector: What, a RAW frog?!? Mr. Hilton: Oh, we use only the finest baby frogs, dew-picked and flown from Iraq, cleansed in the finest quality spring water, lightly killed and sealed in a succulent, Swiss, quintuple-smooth, treble-milk chocolate envelope and lovingly frosted with glucose. Inspector: That’s as may be, but it’s still a frog! Mr. Hilton: What else? Inspector: Well, don’t you even take the bones out? Mr. Hilton: If we took the bones out, it wouldn’t be crunchy, would it?

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Coastal Life Tennis, anyone?

ain, rain and more rain. I look out the window and think, “if only I could get some exercise – walk, bike, run – anything to get myself out of this house, off this couch.” Sure, there’s always running up and down my stairs. But that’s not what I had in mind. Not even close. Then my sister Sue calls and says, “Guess what? I’ve joined a health club.” I’m speechless. This is about as likely as me running up and down my stairs all winter. “It’s a tennis club in Long Beach. Indoor tennis courts,” she says, clarifying the formerly inexplicable. Aha! Now that’s a health club worth joining. It doesn’t take me long to arrange a trip to the Peninsula to meet her there. Since I live three hours out of town near Mt. Hood, being in Long Beach requires overnight lodging. I arrive on a Tuesday at The Lighthouse Oceanfront Resort in time to check in, take a walk on the beach and catch a glimpse of the competitors at Men’s Night on the courts. Later, I meet friends and sister Sue for dinner at the Shelburne Inn, where owners David and Laurie Campiche are dedicated to making certain dining is a pleasure. Their new chef, Sebastian Carosi, is intro-

Sue Cody (foreground) and her tennis partner Laura Smith are ready to return a serve at the Lighthouse Tennis Resort in Long Beach, Wash.

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ducing specialty menus, and, as always at the Shelburne, emphasizing fresh, seasonal, local food sourcing. You can rely on David’s excellent regional wine list and don’t be surprised to see Laurie with a timer hanging around her neck, ready to rush and check on her artisan baking (sourdoughs a specialty). The next day after breakfast at 42nd Street Café (the smoked salmon scramble and cinnamon swirl French toast!), another walk on the beach, a visit with Peninsula friends and a late lunch at the Lost Roo (lamb burger!), I’m ready to meet Sue at the tennis courts for Wednesday’s Ladies’ Night. There are five of us this evening, including the affable (and skilled tennis player) resort manager, Tressa Olson. We rotate in and out playing doubles, sometimes making great shots, sometimes not. Taking a chance, or rather, pursuing his lifelong dream of having his own indoor tennis court, owner Richard Grambow, along with his wife, Jan, have done a fine job of reinventing the former Lighthouse motel into a mini-resort. There are no eating facilities on site, but accommodations include one-, two- and threebedroom townhouses near the dunes with

We rotate in and out playing doubles, sometimes making great shots, sometimes not.

kitchens, gas fireplaces and decks. All the units are undergoing interior upgrades, keeping more in line with the new facilities that include a spacious lobby featuring local artists and tennis gear, a conference center, the two indoor tennis courts, a small fitness center, locker rooms with showers, a hot tub and indoor saltwater pool

where you can imagine yourself swimming in a turquoise sea as the rain drips on the glass enclosure. The “resort” is intimate, not luxurious, but it’s functional and, well, terrific. So if the rain’s got you down and you need some fun exercise, get to the Long Beach Peninsula and try out those indoor tennis courts.

Lighthouse Oceanfront Resort and Tennis Club 12417 Pacific Way, Long Beach, Wash. (360) 642-3622, (877) 220-7555 • www.lighthouseresort.net Accommodation rates range from $65.50 to $249 (Fair warning: inexpensive rooms are older highwayfacing units) Tennis courts open 8 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. daily Pool hours 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Rackets (for rent) and tennis balls (for purchase) are available Ladies’ Night 4:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays Men’s Night 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays Check the website or call for club membership and drop-in rates. Ask about clinics, lessons and tournaments. NOTE: Nonmarking indoor court shoes are required. The courts are not heated, so dress warmly and delayer as needed.

Need lessons? No worries. The Lighthouse Resort's new tennis pro Steve Alley is on hand to help. Call for appointments.

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Stepping Out Theater Friday, March 23

“Little Mary Sunshine” 7 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., peninsula-players.com, $15, available at Okie’s Thriftway in Ocean Park, Wash., Stormin’ Norman’s in Long Beach, Wash., the Imperial Schooner in Ilwaco and at the door if available. Will the government foreclose on Little Mary’s Colorado Inn? Will Captain Jim win Mary’s heart? Find out in this delightful parody of other old-fashioned operettas and musicals. “Wait Until Dark” 7 p.m., The Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook, (503) 842-3999, www.tillamooktheater.com, $15 adults, $10 students/seniors, $40 family of four, available by calling Diamond Art Jewelers at (503) 842-7940 and at the door. A recently-blinded woman is beset by three men seeking to regain a heroin-filled doll, and must use the only weapon available to her. This dark thriller is not recommended for young children. “The Good Doctor” 7:30 p.m., Hannan Playhouse, 518 Eighth St., Raymond, Wash., www.willapaplayers.org, $10. A composite of Neil Simon and Anton Chekhov, it is set in Russia during the 19th century and written in the style of Chekhovian comedy, a series of scenes in which the only connecting thread is the character of the Writer. “How the Other Half Loves” 8 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $15 or $20. In a brilliantly crafted, hilarious comedy, two couples in their own homes are visible to us but not to each other. The characters cross blithely into each other’s spaces in an apt metaphor for the double-dealings brought on by illicit affairs.

Saturday, March 24

Music Thursday, March 22

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.

Kory Quinn and the Comrades 8 p.m., Big O Saloon, 89523 Oregon Highway 202, Astoria, (503) 325-8270, no cover. Kory Quinn and the Comrades play foot-stompin’ hobo blues.

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 mainstream jazz classics.

Saturday, March 24

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.

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

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.

Jam Session 7 p.m., Triangle Tavern, 222 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. All are welcome to play, sing or just listen.

“Wait Until Dark” 7 p.m., The Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook, (503) 842-3999, www.tillamooktheater.com, $15 adults, $10 students/seniors, $40 family of four.

The Song Dynasty 9 p.m., Hazel’s Tavern, 1313 Marine Drive, Astoria, (503) 325-6200, no cover. The Song Dynasty fuses rock, dub reggae, electronica, funk and odd-time grooves.

“The Good Doctor” 7:30 p.m., Hannan Playhouse, 518 Eighth St., Raymond, Wash., www.willapaplayers.org, $10.

Friday, March 23

“The Good Doctor” 2 p.m., Hannan Playhouse, 518 Eighth St., Raymond, Wash., $10. “Little Mary Sunshine” 2 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., $15. “Wait Until Dark” 2 p.m., The Barn Community Playhouse, 1204 Ivy Ave., Tillamook, (503) 842-3999, www.tillamooktheater.com, $15 adults, $10 students/seniors, $40 family of four. “How the Other Half Loves” 3 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $15 or $20.

Niall Carroll 6 to 8 p.m., Wet Dog Café, 144 11th St., Astoria, (503) 325-6975, no cover. Niall Carroll plays guitar. Dave Drury 6 to 9 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, (503) 325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Dave Drury plays jazz guitar.

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.

Sunday, March 25

Jason Lambert 4 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, (503) 717-8150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover, all ages. Jason Lambert plays acoustic alternative rock with heartfelt vocal stylings.

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.

“Little Mary Sunshine” 7 p.m., River City Playhouse, 127 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., $15.

“How the Other Half Loves” 8 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 436-1242, www.coastertheatre.com, $15 or $20.

Fast Rattler 7 to 9 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, (503) 717-8150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover, all ages. Fast Rattler blends traditional American folk, bluegrass, Irish and Gypsy with elements of jazz, swing, and rock.

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. Worldbeat 6 to 9 p.m., McKeown’s Restaurant and Bar, No. 1 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, (503) 738-5232, www.mckeownsrestaurant.com, no cover. Enjoy world music with percussion and guitar. Colleen Raney 7 p.m., The Old Long Beach Train Depot, 102 Third St. N.W., Long Beach, Wash., (360) 9010962, info@longbeachwaconcerts.com, $10, includes refreshments. Colleen Raney plays Celtic music. Call or email for ticket or reservations.

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

Country Breeze 7 p.m., American Legion Hall, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 738-5111, no cover, public welcome. Country Breeze plays country 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.

Billy D. and the HooDoos 7 to 9 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, (503) 717-8150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover, all ages. Billy D. and The HooDoos drive crowds to hipshaking delight with their soulful rhythm and blues grooves.

Chuck Wilder 6 to 9 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, (503) 325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Chuck Wilder plays jazz piano. 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. The Thomasian Trio 6 to 9 p.m., The Wine Bar at Sweet Basil’s Cafe, 271 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, (503) 4361539, www.thewinebarcannonbeach.com, no cover, ages 21 and older. The Thomasian Trio plays jazz, blues and classic rock. Tom Trudell 6 to 9 p.m., The Shelburne Restaurant and Pub, 4415 Pacific Way, Seaview, Wash., (360) 6424150, www.theshelburnerestaurant.com, no cover. Tom Trudell plays piano.

Heather Christie 7:30 p.m. doors open, 8:15 p.m. performance, KALA at HIPFiSHmonthly, 1017 Marine Drive, (503) 338-4878, www.hipfishmonthly.com, $10. Coast songstress Heather Christie will perform old and new songs, including a new ambient music series she has been working on. There will also be a showing of her jewelry line, a no-host bar and complimentary appetizers. Big Fish Blues Band 8 p.m., Rio Cafe and Cantina, 125 Ninth St., Astoria, (503) 325-2409, no cover. Big Fish Blues Band plays the blues. No Excuse Rocks 9 p.m., San Dune Pub, 127 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, (503) 368-5080, www.sandunepub.com, $5. No Excuse Rocks (formerly Drop Dead Legs) is a Van Halen tribute band, playing classic and metal rock.

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Stepping Out Music continued Sunday, March 25

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 world music on classic guitar. Dave Drury 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, (503) 325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover. Dave Drury plays jazz guitar. Sunday Afternoon Live 2 p.m., Raymond Theatre, 323 Third St., Raymond, Wash., (360) 975-5831, www.sundayafternoonlive.org, $10 advance, $5 youth, $12 day of performance. Tlen Huicani “the singers” in the native language of the Nahuatl, will perform, with the “harpa jarocha” (folk harp) the centerpiece of their music. 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. North Coast Country Band 3 to 4 p.m., Astoria Moose Lodge, 408 17th St., Astoria, no cover. North Coast Country Band plays country music. There will be a jam session, open mike and music for dancing. “All That Jazz” concert 3 p.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, (503) 325-5922, www.libertytheater.org, $15 to $25. The Portland Chamber Orchestra, conducted by music director Yaacov Bergman, will feature virtuosic violinist Lindsay Deutsch and jazz pianist and composer Dick Hyman, playing classical and popular jazz pieces. 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. Brownsmead Flats 8 p.m., Fort George Brewery and Public House, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, (503) 325-7468, www.fortgeorgebrewery.com, no cover. Brownsmead Flats play folk, Americana and bluegrass, much of it originals about Astoria and the Lower Columbia region.

Tuesday, March 27

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.

Wednesday, March 28

Dan Golden 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., McKeown’s Restaurant and Bar, No. 1 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, (503) 7385232, no cover. Dan Golden plays world music on classic guitar.

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. The Thomasian Trio 6 to 10 p.m., Twisted Fish Steakhouse, 311 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 738-3467, no cover.

Casino Night 6:30 p.m., Heritage Museum, 1618 Exchange St., Astoria, (503) 325-2203, cchs@cumtux.org, www.cumtux.org, $30 each, $50 per couple. Blackjack, roulette, craps and Texas Hold ‘em poker, cash bar and refreshments. Sumptuous prizes. Proceeds benefit Clatsop County Historical Society.

Jam Session 7 p.m., Triangle Tavern, 222 W. Marine Drive, Astoria. All are welcome to play, sing or listen.

Sunday, March 25

Salty Dogs 9 p.m. to midnight, Sam’s Seaside Cafe, 104 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 717-1725, no cover.

Dance Thursday, March 22

Barn Dance 7 to 8:30 p.m., John Jacob Astor Elementary School Gym, 3550 Franklin Ave., Astoria, $2 suggested donation. Noted folk artist Evo Bluestein will be the guest caller.

Events Thursday, March 22

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. “What Beekeepers Do” 7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free, refreshments. Join beekeeper Julie Tennis as she discusses how she raises honeybees and the importance of native bees.

Friday, March 23

Spring Break Family Kite Fun 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fridays through Tuesdays through April 21, World Kite Museum and Hall of Fame, 303 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., (360) 642-4020, www.worldkitemuseum.com, regular museum admission. As different schools have different spring break weeks, Spring Kite Fun will run for the duration. Families and kids can take part in various kite-related activities, with kite flies on the beach on the weekends. Leave it to Beavers 7 p.m., Riverbend Room, North County Recreation District, 36155 Ninth St., Nehalem, free for LNCT members, $5 for nonmembers. ODFW wildlife biologist Michele Long will speak about beavers and how their works affect the ecosystem. Trivia Night 7 p.m., Baked Alaska, No. 1 12th St., Astoria, (503) 325-7414, $2 per person per game.

Saturday, March 24

Thursday, March 29

Saturday Morning Stewardship 9 a.m. to noon, Reed Ranch, Seaside, (503) 738-9126, nclctrust.org. Help plant habitat for migratory birds. Bring gloves, sturdy boots, rain gear and water; tools will be supplied. No restroom access. Work continues in the afternoon, so if you wish to stay, be sure to bring lunch. Call or email for directions to the site.

Basin Street NW 6 to 8 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, (503) 325-6777, www.bridgewaterbistro.com, no cover.

United Paws Adoptathon Noon to 3 p.m., 4-H Dorm, Tillamook County Fairgrounds, 4603 Third St., Tillamook, (503) 842-5663, unitedpaws.wordpress.com. Adoption fee includes neuter/spay or certificate for neuter/spay. Animals are current with inoculations. Adopters will be screened for animals’ safety. Dogs are microchipped.

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.

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Community Dinner and Concert 5 to 8 p.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., (360) 642-4953, www.longbeachgrange.org. Dinner starts at 5 p.m., for $7. The Ilwaco High School Symphonic Band takes the stage at 6 p.m.

PNPW Wrestling 5 p.m., Astoria Event Center, 894 Commercial St., Astoria, $50 booth (holds up to six), $15 ringside, $10 general admission, $5 children 10 and younger.

Tuesday, March 27

Coastal Writers’ Critique 10 a.m., PUD 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.

Wednesday, March 28

Authors’ Showcase 6 p.m. sign-up starts, 6:30 p.m. readings start, Olde Towne Trading Post, 122 Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., (360) 642-4932. Local authors sign up to read from recent publications or works in progress. Everyone is welcome to read or listen. Coffee and refreshments available at 6 p.m., before the readings. Call Jan Bono at number listed for information.

Thursday, March 29

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

Youth Events Friday, March 23

Rock ’N Swim 8 to 10 p.m., Seaside Youth Center, 1140 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 738-3311, www.sunsetempire.com, 50 cents with resident’s card or $2.50 for nonresidents.

Saturday, March 24

Rock ’N Swim 8 to 10 p.m., Seaside Youth Center, 1140 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 738-3311, www.sunsetempire.com, 50 cents with resident’s card or $2.50 for nonresidents.

Monday, March 26

Spring Break Camp 7:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, March 26, through Friday, March 30, Seaside Youth Center, 1140 Broadway, Seaside, (503) 738-3311, www.sunsetempire.com, weekly cost $100 with resident’s card or $150 for nonresidents, daily cost $25 with resident’s card or $37.50 for nonresidents. This is Extreme Outdoor Week, with surfing, canoeing, geocaching and safari. Lunch provided. Bring a swimsuit and towel. Navigating the Past 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday, March 26, through Friday, March 30, Education Center, Columbia River Maritime Museum, 1792 Marine Drive, Astoria, (503) 325-2323, www.crmm.org, free to museum members, free to nonmembers with paid museum admission. Learn about maritime history and marine mammals. Includes bones, fur, blubber, crafts and more.

Stepping Out

Look for Chapter 10 of “Love & Murder in Astoria” in next week’s Coast Weekend!

Classes Tuesday, March 27

Simple Hatha Yoga 6 to 7 p.m., Yoga Namasté, 342 10th St., Astoria, (503) 440-9761, www.yoganam.com, free, all levels, equipment furnished.

Thursday, March 29

Simple Hatha Yoga 6 to 7 p.m., Yoga Namasté, 342 10th St., Astoria, (503) 440-9761, www.yoganam.com, free, all levels, equipment furnished.

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White Clover Grange Get a jumpstart on spring market season NEHALEM — If you like flea markets or farmers markets or are just wanting to get out and eat some home-cooked food, head out to the Spring Farmers Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 31, at the White Clover Grange. Follow the signs off U.S. Highway 101 between Nehalem and Wheeler; it is just two miles up Oregon Highway 53, on the right. Many regular local farmers market vendors will take part, and others will feature indoor/outdoor plants, meats, collectibles, antique dolls, arts and crafts, edible goodies, jewelry, pottery, fishing gear, Tillamook Animal Shelter dogs, the 4-H Club, tea, tonics, jams, honey, birdfeeders and houses and much more. Some of the vendors who will be there include Suzanne’s Gardens and Stitches, Lance’s Farm Vittles (with Easter hams), Wilson River Pottery from

Tillamook, Vibe Me Baby, Tye Dye Clothing from Netarts, Taylor Gardens and Tallwoman Tonics. As an extra benefit to Spring Market visitors, grange members will be serving food in the downstairs kitchen, with lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and coffee, tea and country treats available all day. The lunch menu features two soups, fresh pea (vegetarian) and chicken-vegetable, provided by Harrison’s Cafe in Wheeler, plus green salad and breads. In keeping with the Grange mission to support family scale agriculture, lunch ingredients are sourced as much as possible from Nehalem area farms, with chicken from Lance’s Farm Vittles and salad greens and vegetables from R-evolution Gardens. All proceeds will be used to maintain and improve the historic Grange building, keeping it available for community use. For directions and more information about the White Clover Grange go to www.whiteclovergrange.com

Fred’s Farm Sign up now for fresh seasonal food NASELLE, Wash. — Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) continues to grow as a movement in the lower Columbia River region, and this is the time to sign up for fresh organic produce during the season. Purchase a membership in Fred’s Homegrown Produce at the beginning of the season and receive “farm bucks” which can be redeemed for a weekly box of fresh produce, specialty classes on the farm or admission to events such as summer pizza nights or Farmstock. The CSA at Fred Johnson’s Farm lasts 20 weeks, ensuring a steady supply of greens, veggies and herbs. The CSA’s advantage to the farmer is an early-season infusion of badly-needed cash (seed money?) and the advantage to the CSA members is a selection of the best produce to feed hungry families and help maintain nutritive health. It also helps to keep local money circulating locally rather than sending it to out-of-area or even out-of-country farmers. Your food dollars stay local and are then reinvested in the local economy. And don’t forget that Johnson is also a chef, so he knows what to plant to get the best taste for your bucks as well as the greatest nutrition. There are three handy pickup locations – Naselle and Long Beach in Washington and Astoria in Oregon – and several sizes of boxes from which to choose. Cost ranges from $350 to $750 for the season, or for a little more you can cherry-pick your selection, choosing from the goodies available that week. For more about this tasty resource, log onto fredshomegrownproduce.com/csa/ and sign up now. Be sure to check out the rest of the website to see what’s growing on Fred’s farm and in Fred’s kitchen.

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NEHALEM — Anyone living near a pond, a culvert or other local bodies of water knows that gnawed trees and dammed creeks are sure signs that the elusive beaver has been busily at work. Come and learn more about these busy, misunderstood mammals at 7 p.m. Friday, March 23, in the Riverbend Room at the North County Recreation District at 36155 Ninth St. Beavers are akin to humans in their propensity to alter their environment to suit their living requirements. For some, this may be a nuisance, but to the greater ecosystem it is this propensity that makes the beaver’s role so important to many species in a healthy environment. Join the Lower Nehalem Community Trust as it presents Michele Long, wildlife biologist with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, in an informative evening focusing on the habits, habitat and important impact that beavers have on local riparian and fish populations. Long will discuss the life cycle of the beaver and what it means to live in an intact ecosystem which includes their contribution. Attendees are encouraged to bring stories to share and

questions to have answered. Long’s 25-year career has given her a deep understanding of the complexity and diversity of habitats and species of Oregon’s coastal and nearshore ecosystem. She brings 16 years of local experience working as liaison with watershed councils and other groups providing technical assistance to more than 100 restoration projects on the North Coast. Her work with these groups focuses on helping to address species diversity and conduct ecosystem restoration for the benefit of terrestrial and aquatic species. Admission is $5 for the general public and free for LNCT members. Annual membership in the Lower Nehalem Community Trust supports local land conservation and nature education for children and adults. Benefits of membership include free or reduced admission at trust events, workshops and speakers, monthly e-bulletin, semiannual newsletter, decal and more. For more information about this event or to become a member of the Lower Nehalem Community Trust, call (503) 368-3203. LNCT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2002.

ASTORIA — Texas Hold ’em Casino Night The Clatsop tournament for County Historian additional cal Society hosts 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 24 buy-in. Call for a Casino Night at details or check it 6:30 p.m. Saturout on the webHeritage Museum day, March 24, at site at www.cum1618 Exchange St., the Heritage Mutux.org Astoria seum, 1618 ExAll proceeds (503) 325-2203 change St., with support the Clatgames of blacksop County His$30 per individual or jack, roulette, torical Society, a craps and Texas 501(c)(3) non$50 per couple Hold ’em poker, profit educational and prizes for top organization dedchip holders at the end of the icated to preserving and presentnight. ing the history of Clatsop County Entry is $30 for an individual and the surrounding area. The Soor $50 for a couple. Make your ciety operates the Flavel House reservations by calling (503) 325- Museum, the Heritage Museum, 2203 or email cchs@cumtux.org the Oregon Film Museum and the Get in on the action at the Uppertown Firefighters Museum.

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ASTORIA — Are you wondering what to do during spring break? Consider visiting the Columbia River Maritime Museum. The whole family can join in the fun during the museum’s special programs offered March 26 through 30. All ages will enjoy learning about maritime history and science through the museum’s interactive program “Navigating the Past.” Hands-on items and activities provide a unique experience for the participants and include a craft to take home. Marine mammals such as sea lions, seals, sea otters and whales are plentiful along the coast and will be the focus for the week. Bones of all shapes and sizes will be on display to examine and compare. Feel seal and sea otter furs. Eat like a whale and experiment with the insulating power of blubber. How big are the gray whales that migrate past the Columbia River each year? Find out through a measuring activity with the help of family members. Create a puppet to take home. All of these activities and more will provide kids (and adults) with an opportunity to have fun

and learn something new at the same time. Visitors and museum members can attend these engaging activities from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday in the Ford Family Foundation Education Center. The price is free with paid admission to the museum and members are always admitted free of charge. The Columbia River Maritime Museum offers exhibits pertaining to the maritime heritage of the Pacific Northwest. Climb aboard the National Historic Landmark Lightship Columbia, listen to shipwreck survivors’ stories, watch bar pilots board container ships, learn to read signal flags and shop in the museum store. The museum is located at 1792 Marine Drive and is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas. Admission for nonmembers is $12 for adults (18 and older), $10 for seniors (65 and older) $5 for ages 6 to 17 and free for children younger than 6. For information, call (503) 325-2323 or visit www.crmm.org

ASTORIA — If one could pinpoint exactly what it is that separates good folk and roots-based music from mediocre schlock, everyone would be getting it right. Obviously, not everyone does, but Portland-by-way-ofIndianapolis singer/songwriter Kory Quinn is one of those whose music not only upholds wellworn traditions but also sounds fresh in the process. It might be a case of believability: Quinn’s latest nine-song collection, “Waitin’ for a Train,” carries on the tradition of wandering troubadours and train-hopping drifters, and if that’s a romantic notion (it’s not entirely fabricated, as Quinn recently took a trip across the U.S. by train, although it was funded by Kickstarter, so one presumes he wasn’t hopping from boxcar to boxcar), it’s one that Quinn imbues with authenticity. In a crowded field of local roots musicians, Quinn stands out as one who’s got his bead aimed precisely at the truth. Quinn and his band the Comrades break forth with a firm, compelling sort of Americana that is at once hauntingly familiar and entirely Quinn’s own. The songwriter’s voice, both strained and tender, wafts through a soundscape speckled with sparse percussion and hammering harmonica, perfectly suiting somber lullabies such as the placid “In My Mother’s Arms” and the raucous “Runaway Train” with equal vigor. Quinn offers timeless country folk infused with a hint of rock, the kind of music that has been listened to for generations and will remain relevant for decades. Kory Quinn and the Comrades bring their foot stompin’ hobo blues to Olney’s Big O Saloon at 8 p.m. Friday, March 23. The Big O is located at 89523 Oregon Highway 202. There is no cover charge.

Rio Café Jump into the Big Fish Blues Band

Heather Christie will be in concert at KALA March 24, with music old, new and different, as well as a jewelry show and guest artists. SUBMITTED PHOTO

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ASTORIA — The Big Fish Blues Band plays power blues at the Rio Café Saturday, March 24. Though grounded in traditional Chicago style blues, the band claims influences from such standardbearers as The Fabulous Thunderbirds, early Fleetwood Mac, Cream, Delbert McClinton, Jimmie Vaughan, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Buddy Guy, among others. “We strive to be a kick-ass bar band,” says lead singer Patrick McGee, “and take pride in being so.” McGee is originally out of Raleigh, N.C., and has a solid background in blues and Southern rock dating back to the late ’60s. Joining McGee (lead vocals, harp,

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Big Fish Blues Band plays power blues at Rio Café March 24.

guitar) are Tom Schmidt (lead guitar and vocals), Mark Badger (bass), Ron Baldwin (vocals) and

Peter Unander (keyboards). The Rio Café is located at 125 Ninth St. There is no cover charge.

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Heather Christie concert on tap ASTORIA — HIPFiSHmusical storybook and 2008 Heather Christie monthly presents North Coast Oregon Book Award nominee singer/songwriter Heather written by Emmy-Award8:15 p.m. Saturday, Christie in concert at KALA winning writer/producer Philip March 24 Saturday, March 24. Christie Pelletier, who is also partner to performs new and old songs, Christie. “Frogtown” features songs from childhood, and innoted Oregon-based musicians KALA troduces elements of a new amincluding blues artists Curtis 1017 Marine Drive, Astoria Salgado, Linda Hornbuckle, bient music series that is a work in progress. In addition www.hipfishmonthly.com jazz trumpeter Thara Memory, she’ll be joined by musical to name a few. The couple profriends throughout the evening. duce “Frogtown” cultural diverAdmission $10 Also, a preshow reception will sity educational programs in feature Christie’s handcrafted jewelry line addition to a fully-staged theatrical live FrogheatherADORN. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. town, always a sell-out at the Liberty Theater. and the performance will begin at 8:15 p.m. Christie’s acoustic country roots trio Radio There will be a no-host bar and complimen- Cowboy has performed regionally over the past tary appetizers. Admission is $10 at the door. few years. But the concert at KALA focuses on Christie came onto the North Coast music her solo artistry, in celebration of her beginscene in the mid-to-late 1990s. She was a first nings as a young folk-rock artist on the coastal in coastal acoustic folk-rock, a native musician stage. The KALA stage is housed in the refurand songwriter born to a colorful, musical As- bished Occident storefront building at 1017 toria family, her clear and warm soulful voice Marine Drive, providing a mix of natural ringing out folk-pop reveries tinged with sense acoustics and sound system, which performers of spirit and message. A decade and a half later and audience members have been enjoying she has produced three albums, has fronted two since the opening of the presentational space. bands locally and is an integral musical memFor more information, go to www.hipfishber of “One Night in Frogtown,” the innovative monthly.com

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TOP: Cylinder basket by Riker, showing "petals" of untwisted paper twine. BOTTOM: As Astoria Music Festival Board President, Riker presented Michael Foster with a painting of his dog by Noel Thomas at the 2008 awards dinner. DWIGHT CASWELL PHOTOS

ABOVE: Leena Riker with lab equipment at the University of Pennsylvania, circa 1968. RIGHT: Riker goes down a spillway while training for whitewater competition around 1972. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

‘I go all out’ Astoria’s Leena Riker does nothing halfway

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f I take something on, I just do it,” says Leena Riker. “When I start something, I go all out.” That is the way Riker lives her life, and it has been a very successful life, as doctor, scientist, artist, world-class athlete and administrator. Riker earned her M.D. in her native Finland, and in 1964 came to the United States as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. “I wasn’t really planning to stay (in the United States), but I was inspired by my professor, Britton Chance, who showed me what science really was, and he was doing so many things, he gave me confidence to do a lot of things.” She remained at the University of Pennsylvania as a faculty member, teaching membrane biology and conducting research, and it was there in 1969 that her life took another turn, when a friend she skied with noticed her good balance and introduced her to canoeing. “I had never been in a canoe before,” Riker says, but she began training every day. In 1973, she won a silver medal at the Whitewater World Championships, followed by a bronze in 1975. She went to her last Worlds when she was 40. “That’s old enough. When teenagers start beating you, it’s time to quit.” Of course, Riker didn’t exactly quit canoeing. She became an international judge and then the manager of the U.S. Whitewater Team, which she took to the World Championships in 1977 and

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’79. She says, paradoxically, “I have been on some of the toughest water in the world, but I don’t believe in taking too many risks.” In 1979, Riker became a U.S. citizen at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, and in 1980, her scientific career took a new turn when she

Riker retired in 1994, a widely-published scientist who had participated in research projects in many countries, taught numerous visiting scientists and served as a consultant to the National Institutes of Health and both the Army and Navy. Of course, Riker didn’t exactly retire. She became

the arts VISUAL ARTS • LITERATURE • THEATER • MUSIC & MORE BY DWIGHT CASWELL became professor of physiology at Michigan State University and established the graduate level cell physiology program. In 1983, she left Michigan to establish an independent trauma research program and to become Chief of Surgical Research at Oregon Health and Science University, where with a colleague she established the Oregon Stroke Research Center.

active in the Handweavers Guild of America and helped to put on a Portland conference that attracted 2,000 weavers from 22 countries. Riker’s interest in weaving goes back to childhood. “My mother was a very good craftsperson, and I have been knitting since I was 4 years old.” It was only in this country, however, that she began weaving seriously, teaching herself by “just using books. I find it’s more benefi-

Doctor, scientist, artist, world-class athlete and administrator, Riker has lived in Astoria since 2007.

cial to learn on my own.” “The main thing for me is to work with colors,” she says, but weaving on a loom was limiting. In 2005, she decided that she needed a craft she could take with her when she traveled. She bought 12 books on basketry – “None with clear instructions” – and taught herself to weave on a three-week vacation, using the technique of Native American weavers to make cylinder baskets. Then she discovered Finnish paper twine, which comes in a variety of colors, and combined it with hemp, silk and other fibers to create unique baskets with untwisted “leaflets” of colored paper around the top. In 2007, she moved her loom, baskets and canoes to Astoria, and discovered the Astoria Music Festival. “I have loved classical music since I was a child, and when I went to the festival I said, ‘This is something!’ I recognized the quality, of course.” A year later, she was Board President of the Music Festival, bringing to the position a flair for administration and grant writing. “If you’re the president, you have to have a hand in everything, and the festival was taking all my time,” she says. After three years as president she resigned, but remains a member of the board. “If I can’t be involved completely, I have to give it up.” What’s next for Leena Riker? “More time at the loom, more baskets with new ideas, more time for cooking and perhaps, just to slow down a little.” One has to doubt that she will slow down all that much.

Playing safe at the beach Be beach smart. The beach is fun, but you need to play safe. The Oregon Coast is a great place to visit. Whether you are looking for seashells, building sand castles, or exploring tide pools, the beach can be a lot of fun. Remember, the ocean has dangerous waves, logs, rocks and cliffs. Talk to your family and friends about how to play safe on the beach.

Beware of rip currents. Rip currents are strong currents of water that rush out to sea. They can form on any beach that has breaking waves. If you look closely, you can see a rip current. It will have dark muddy water and be very choppy. You might see foam and other debris floating out to sea. If you see a rip current, stay away! They are very dangerous. If you are ever caught in a rip current, don’t panic. Try to relax and swim parallel to the beach. Don’t try to fight the current. If you have trouble swimming, tread water and call for help. Parents: Be sure always to watch your children closely when they are playing in and around water.

Don’t climb on drift logs. Logs on wet sand or in the water are especially dangerous. The ocean is strong enough to pick up even the biggest log and plop it down on top of you. If you see a log on wet sand, stay off of it.

Beware of incoming tides. Tide pools can be so interesting that you might lose track of time. Make sure you know when the tide is coming in so you don’t end up stranded. Get a free tide table at state park offices, information centers and many shops and motels.

Be careful on cliffs and rocks. Ocean spray and heavy rains can make rocks and trails slippery and unsafe. Stay behind all fences. They are there for your safety. When hiking, make sure you wear the right type of shoes and stay on marked trails. Stay away from cliff edges, and don’t stand under overhanging cliffs. They are dangerous.

Beware of sneaker waves. Watch out for “sneaker waves.” Sneaker waves appear suddenly. They rush up on the shore with enough force to knock you down and drag you out to sea. Keep your eyes on the ocean.

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With a distant event, you will be alerted by sirens located throughout the city. Proceed by foot and follow posted evacuation routes to higher ground. With a local event, you will feel a powerful earthquake. Take immediate cover until the earthquake subsides. Evacuate immediately to higher ground by foot using the posted evacuation routes.

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Taking their place in history

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BY KATE GIESE

March is Women’s History Month. Three local women epitomize the spirit of the North Coast and many of its residents’ singular relationship to the community.

he natural beauty, colorful history and myriad cultural amenities to be found in the Columbia-Pacific region draw tourists in droves to Astoria and the North Coast in general. But it’s the people who live here that just might be the area’s greatest asset. In different ways, Donna Quinn, Jeanine Fairchild and Dinah Urell are leaving an indelible imprint on Astoria – helping shape it for posterity. This isn’t happening in the grand style of Sacagawea or Narcissa Whitman, though. Quinn explains it this way: “I think the ‘great’ women in history were probably mostly normal people, just like you and me – women, who in spite of their flaws, selfdoubt, lack of preparation or whatever, simply had the courage to stand up and do something … take a step in a LEFT: Jeanine Fairchild sits inside the projection room of the Columbian Theater. ALEX PAJUNAS PHOTO

positive direction. Then everything flowed from that first step.” Quinn hails from Kentucky, having spent a lot of her early childhood on her grandparents’ farm. She credits her formative years with having kept her grounded when a job in Los Angeles put her in the path of Hollywood celebrities such as Liz Taylor. She’s mingled with the likes of Andy Warhol and other “brilliant artists,” making the scene at various international film festivals. The widely-traveled Quinn also organized eco-friendly educational safaris in Africa. Part of Quinn’s legacy, certainly, will be the documentary she made with Eugene filmmaker Spence Palermo, “Crossroads on the Columbia: Oregon Confronts Its Energy Future.” The 20-minute film explores the environmental and community rights issues surrounding proposals by private companies to build liquefied natural gas terminals on the Columbia River. The success of that film led to the production of an Astoria Bicentennial Legacy film, “Astoria, Oregon: An Adventure in History,” which she and Palermo created for the Clatsop County Historical Society. An accomplished writer, Quinn’s freelance projects include a contribution to Astoria’s Official Commemorative Program for the city’s 2011 Bicentennial celebration, “Impressions of Astoria,” which is wonderfully evocative. She’s often published in Clatsop Community College’s literary publication, RAIN Magazine. A recurring theme in much of her writing is Astoria itself. In her work for the Cannery Pier Hotel, Quinn travels extensively in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and California, using her top-notch communication skills to put the hotel (as well as Astoria and the North Coast) on the map. She frequently makes presentations to professional

“I think the ‘great’ women in history were probably mostly normal people ... women who ... simply had the courage to stand up and do something ... take a step in a positive direction.” — Donna Quinn

LEFT: Dinah Urell is the editor and publisher of HIPFiSHmonthly, as well as a musician and performer. The magazine’s new office includes a gallery and performance space called KALA. Read more about Urell and her place in the community’s history online at www.coastweekend.com ALEX PAJUNAS PHOTO

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groups, people who like to travel or other folks likely to come here for a vacation, a conference or to do historical research. Go to the Cannery Pier Hotel’s website (www.cannerypierhotel.com) and you’ll find mention of the commitment to “modeling social responsibility” at the hotel. This points to another part of Quinn’s job: community service in a range of areas – the environment, the arts, economic development, education and social services. She is on the board of the Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership and is a trained hospice volunteer. She’s also a licensed minister, officiating at weddings, ceremonies and funerals. A woman of seemingly boundless energy, Quinn volunteers her time as producer and host of KMUN’s popular half-hour show Talk of Our Towns (aka TOOTS) which airs from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Wednesdays on 91.9 FM. The show has been described as “a live interview program that offers a glimpse into the people, places and things that make the Lower Columbia-Pacific Region unique.” Quinn shares a marvelous quote from Mother Teresa which speaks eloquently about service and community. “What I do, you cannot do, but what you do, I cannot do. The needs are great and none of us, including me, ever do great things. But we can all do small things with great love and together we can create something wonderful.” • • •

Jeanine Fairchild, co-owner with husband Uriah Hulsey of what might be termed “The Columbian Complex” (with a theater, restaurant and lounge) in Astoria, is more comfortable behind the scenes. How fitting then (pun intended) that she also designs costumes for Cannon Beach’s Coaster Theatre productions. Her work for the Coaster won her the American Association of Community Theater’s 2009 Oregon One Act Festival award for “outstanding costume design.” Originally from Utah, Fairchild remembers making clothes for her Barbie doll as a little girl. Later, she got some formal design training while attending college in her home state before she made her way to the East Coast.

A ham radio operator in addition to her many other talents, Donna Quinn, KE7RKF, practices with her handheld radio. DWIGHT CASWELL PHOTO

She experienced a much-grittier-than-today New York as a young woman, working for a time as a seamstress. Eventually she moved west again, doing a stint as union stagehand in Portland. Fairchild’s good friend Norma Hernandez, who is also director of the Lower Columbia Hispanic Council, indicated that Fairchild and her husband “are very big into social justice.” They’ve also helped raise money for and otherwise supported the diversity movement, nearly always out of the limelight. The Columbian Complex is a business, but also very much a community resource, mainly when someone’s in need. It’s been a gathering place for a range of community actions and activities. According to Hernandez, when immigration authorities raided a nearby cannery, Fairchild’s response was “How can I help?” She made the Columbian Theater available to the Hispanic workers involved so they could get legal guidance from an attorney. A benefit to raise money for HIPFiSHmonthly after its office burned in the No. 10 Sixth St. fire in December 2010 was also hosted by the Columbian. She’s also hosted Clatsop Community College’s Rainy Day Film Festivals for several years, giving stu-

dents and the general public a chance to see less mainstream films such as “My Antonia” and “Frida.” Grassroots theater projects such as Heart Attack Island Film Tour’s experimental video and the Lower Columbia Preservation Society’s “Astoria on Film” events get shown as well. True to form, Fairchild speaks highly of the many young people who work for her in the movie theater, lounge or restaurant. It’s a part of her work that she particularly enjoys. Says Hernandez, “She works so well with young people. She lets them be themselves … guides them without telling them what to do, motivating them.” Fairchild has one son, Max, who is 28. He lives in Portland where he owns Groove Productions, having studied multimedia in college. With quiet resolve, consistent kindness and enviable creativity, Fairchild divides her time between Astoria and New Orleans, where husband Hulsey’s working on their second home there. It’s not hard to agree with Hernandez when she asserts, “A picture of Jeanine should be next to a description of a ‘cool, classy woman.’ She puts all the rest of us to shame. We all want to be her.” Not a bad recommendation. Not bad at all. March 22, 2012 | coastweekend.com | 13

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uthentic New York-style pizza is hard to come by in these parts. There are a couple of places in Portland that get it right, but here on the coast it’s never quite the real deal. Recently, I was cruising Broadway and my wheels spun slow. I was in search of an open sign after 8 p.m. and I noticed some neon in the window of the elephant ear place on the corner across the street from the arcade. We parked and decided to have a look-see. My expectations were low, as I’d been in this little junk-foodcourt before. Someone’s always making a go of it, and the renters of the three kiosk counters that don’t sell elephant ears come and go. If I remember correctly, last time I checked there were gyros, hot dogs and cheesesteaks there; now there’s ice cream, a Mexican place, and Pizza Express. On this particular night, Pizza Express was the only inhabited business. I smiled at the depth and creativity of the name. I decided we should walk in and ask a few questions first, lest we invest time and money in the Panda Express of Italian food. But soon I understood that we were in good hands, as the chef/owner was in the back throwing dough. I worked in a good pizza place while attending culinary school, and immediately felt a kinship as I noticed his technique. When you first learn to shape, stretch, and spin dough, you have no idea what you’re doing. Your first few pizzas are oblong, with tears and thin spots throughout. You use too much flour or not enough. But within a couple of weeks, you’re spinning them high into the air with sure-handed skill, distributing ingredients precisely to the boss’ specifications, and sliding them off the peel and into the 600-degree oven in one deft motion. Whenever I visit my old job, they still let me go in the back and show the rookies how it’s done, and it’s like riding a bike – the skill never leaves you. It turns out that the owner, John Kozlowski, is a veteran pizza maker who comes from New York,

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and was trained in the business by old-school pros. He saw the place for rent and opened up. Unlike his former mentors, Kozlowski doesn’t use canned tomatoes for his sauce, preferring rather to cook down fresh plum tomatoes. It’s well worth the

Margherita is cheesed in patches, and there are gaps of exposed sauce. Most places I go, they top it with the regular shredded mozzarella and call it good. Here it’s as thin as it should be, and absolutely authentically topped. Bravo!

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COAST WEEKEND’S LOCAL RESTAURANT REVIEW mouth@coastweekend.com extra work. New York-style pizza is usually light on sauce, as it’s more about the dough and the cheese. New York pizza isn’t loaded with lots of toppings either, usually just one, if any. The dough is relatively thin, soft, and chewy, a little dark on the bottom, and cut in large, wide slices; basically the polar opposite of what Fultano’s sells across the street. A lot of places in our area offer pizza Margherita, but Pizza Express is the first so far to get it right. Though the menu didn’t state it, I saw John slicing up the balls of fresh mozzarella and laying them out on the lightly sauced dough. Sliced plum tomatoes would follow, and after it emerged from the oven, torn fresh basil. Real

Authentic as it is, Kozlowski is smart to offer a wider variety of toppings and options. You can get broccoli on your pizza, or fresh clams, meatballs, pineapple, eggplant, cheddar, bacon, sopprassata, ricotta and artichoke hearts, as well as the usual suspects. You can get it by the slice or in a variety of sizes. Pizza Express also offers calzones, pizza rolls, Sicilian-style (thickcrust square-cut pizzas), salads, sub sandwiches, pastas, fried appetizers and entrees like chicken or eggplant Parmesan. I tried it all, and it’s all good. Calzones ($9.99 + $1 per filling) are soft and full of ricotta, mozzarella and the fillings of your

A lot of places in our area offer pizza Margherita, but Pizza Express is the first so far to get it right.

choice. These aren’t hand calzones either; knife and fork material all the way. I had a wonderful mushroom calzone. The mushroom slice baked onto the top was a nice aesthetic touch, which is also useful for I.D. when baking several at a time. A traditional warm marinara is served on the side, as is customary. A Greek salad ($8.99) was packed with goodies. Atop a bed of chopped lettuce lay feta cheese, kalamata olives, pepperoncinis, carrot, bell pepper and tomato. All traditional dressings are available, but I recommend the balsamic vinaigrette. The antipasto salad ($8.99) is just a great idea – a classic selection of meats, cheeses and pickled things on top of greens. I found provolone, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto ham, pickled carrots, peppers and cauliflower and soppressata salami, as well as tomato wedges, sliced red onions and shredded carrot. This salad had a better variety than some antipasto platters I’ve encountered. Again, the vinaigrette works best here. The Caesar salad ($6.99) is classic here, and devoid of any unnecessary artistic flourishes. I can recommend the subs as well. The chicken Parmesan sub ($7.99) is served hot, with a breaded chicken breast, provolone and marinara. The cold turkey sub ($7.99) is meaty, with lettuce, tomato, mayo and cheese. Pastas are also praiseworthy. A recent order of ziti with meatballs ($13.99) was tossed with marinara and chopped meatballs, topped with mozzarella and baked. It took a little longer because he boiled the ziti fresh to order, but it made the dish. Side salad and garlic bread accompany. Given the name and location, I easily could have dismissed Pizza Express and sought alternative supper arrangements. But in this line of work, you have to take chances and fall on a grenade or two so the readers don’t get burned. When you judge by appearences, sometimes what you see is what you get, and sometimes you’re way, way off. Pizza Express is exceptional.

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Liberty Theater Star-studded jazz concert winds up the season ASTORIA — Liberty Theater winds up its fifth season on a high note with the Portland Chamber Orchestra in “All That Jazz,” featuring virtuosic violinist Lindsay Deutsch, along with world-renowned jazz pianist and composer Dick Hyman. This program will offer a new take on Gershwin’s classic “Rhapsody in Blue” with a transcription for violin and orchestra. The program also offers works by Hyman for jazz trio, violin, piano and orchestra. The concert will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 25, at the Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St. Tickets are $25, $20 and $15, available at the Liberty Theater box office, (503) 3255922 Ext. 55, open from 2 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and two hours before curtain.

‘All That Jazz’ 3 p.m. Sunday, March 25 Liberty Theater 1203 Commercial St., Astoria (503) 325-5922, ext. 55 Tickets $15 to $25 Deutsch is currently the Principal Guest Artist for Orchestra Nova. Her newly commissioned “Rhapsody in Blue” for violin and orchestra premiered with the National Academy Orchestra in Toronto and had its U.S. premiere at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. She made her debut at the Disney Hall performing John Corigliano’s “Red Violin Chaconne” with the Cali-

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Deutsch feels strongly that the young people of today need to be exposed to the world of classical music. She is actively involved in outreach programs to present classical music in new and exciting ways that will thrill and inspire the young audiences of today. She also has a page on her website specifically aimed at young musicians and their parents which attracts 70,000 hits per month. She has garnered corporate support for this site, which encourages young musicians and selects a Student Musician of the Month which highlights and recognizes outstanding young musicians from all over the U.S. and Canada. Throughout a busy musical career that got underway in the early 1950s, Hyman has been a pianist, organist, arranger, music director and composer. His versatility in all of these areas has resulted in film scores, orchestral compositions, concert appearances and more than 100 albums recorded under his own name. While developing a masterful facility for improvisation in his own piano style, Hyman has also investigated ragtime and the earliest periods of jazz and has re-

searched and recorded the piano music of Scott Joplin, Jelly Roll Morton, James P. Johnson, Duke Ellington and Fats Waller. Other solo piano albums include variations on the songs of Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Richard Rodgers. In years past, Hyman was music director for Arthur Godfrey and orchestrator of the hit musical “Sugar Babies.” He has served as composer/arranger/conductor/pianist for the Woody Allen films “Zelig,” “The Purple Rose of Cairo,” “Broadway Danny Rose,” “Stardust Memories,” “Hanna and Her Sisters,” “Radio Days,” “Bullets Over Broadway,” “Mighty Aphrodite,” “Everyone Says ‘I Love You,’” “Sweet and Lowdown,” “The Curse of the Jade Scorpion” and “Melinda and Melinda.” Other film scores have included “Moonstruck,” “Scott Joplin – King of Ragtime,” “The Lemon Sisters” and “Alan and Naomi.”

Yaacov Bergman, conductor and music director, has received consistent rave notices and standing ovations for his interpretations of a highly varied repertoire, and has been acclaimed worldwide as an intensely communicative musician. His versatility has led to frequent guest appearances across the globe conducting the symphonic, operatic, oratorio and pops repertoires. Born in Israel, Bergman’s early musical training began with violin and vocal studies, but he soon expressed an avid interest in composing and conducting. After graduation from the Rubin Academy of the Hebrew University, Jerusalem, with majors in conducting and composition, he completed post-graduate studies at the Mannes College of Music in New York as a student of Richard Westenburg. In 1998, he was the recipient of an Honorary Doctorate from Colorado Technical University.

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especially, the essential qualities of the Earth. “Envisioning the World” will be on display from March 23 to Sept. 15, and is included with paid museum admission. Museum members are admitted free. The Columbia River Maritime Museum is located at 1792 Marine Drive and can be reached at (503) 325-2323 or log on to www.crmm.org

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Custom Excavating is now accepting applications for Welder/Fabricator. Minimum 5 years experience. Competitive pay and benefits. Apply in person at 2060 SE Airport Lane, Warrenton. customex.trailsend@gmail.com Custom Excavating is now accepting applications for CDL Drivers. Minimum of 5 years experience, and off-road experience required. Competitive pay and benefits. Apply in person at 2060 SE Airport Lane, Warrenton. customex.trailsend@gmail.com Experienced Caregiver for elderly woman in Seaside private home. Resume and references required. Cleanliness and attention to detail a must. (206)293-1381 Front Desk Agent Seeking dependable, hard working individual for a part-time moving into full-time position. Must be friendly, highly motivated and enjoy working with the public. Looking for team player to handle all front desk duties including reservations. Wage depends on experience. Apply in person at the Hallmark Resort Cannon Beach 1400 S. Hemlock or send resume to P.O Box 547, Cannon Beach OR 97110. FULL & PART TIME clothing sales people needed for our Seaside & Cannon Beach stores. Please apply in person at Ter Harʼs, 27 Broadway in Seaside. FOR QUICK CASH Use a classified ad to sell items around your home you can no longer use.

…hiring the best to be the best! If you are searching for a company where customers and employees are highly valued, Bank of Astoria is the place to work! We are always looking for high energy and fantastic employees to join our customer focused Bank! Currently we have the following positions available. Teller (Seaside Branch) Float Teller (Oregon Coast) If you are interested in applying for any of the above postings visit our website at www.bankofastoria.com. Bank of Astoria is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Jackʼs Country Store is NOW HIRING Hardware Clerk. 40 hours/week. Basic knowledge of plumbing & electrical helpful. Starting wage $10.00/hour+ benefits. Must pass background check and drug test. Fast paced team environment. Applications @ counter or email to: office@jackscountrystore.com

Local Manufacturing Co. has FT opening for a receptionist to assist with general office duties. Must be experienced with multi-line phones, MS Office, Excel and data entry skills. Send to Box 166 c/o Daily Astorian P.O. Box 210 Astoria, OR 97103 Local manufacturing company seeks an experienced FT Accountant skilled in MS Office. Salary DOE, benefits include medical/dental, & 401K. EOE. Send responses to Box 188 c/o Daily Astorian P.O. Box 210, Astoria, OR 97103

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For Sale by the City of Astoria 2 bedroom, 1 bath 720 sq ft living space, 816 sq ft unfinished basement, as is condition. Lot size .11 acres, $75,000, located at 1840 4th in Astoria. Contact Mark Carlson the Cityʼs Finance Director at mcarlson@astoria.or.us for further information. All sales subject to City Council approval.

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WAUNA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Part Time MEMBER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (TELLER) POSITION, in our service-oriented Warrenton office. Requirements: excellent communication skills, cross-selling, cash handling, 10 key, PC and Windows literacy, and outstanding customer service skills. We offer a comprehensive salary and incentive program, generous benefits and career growth opportunities. If you are an upbeat, energetic individual who enjoys working with the public, please send resume and cover letter to: Human Resources Wauna Federal Credit Union 100 Columbia Ave. Astoria, OR 97103. Application deadline is March 23, 2012. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. EOE CLASSIFIED ADS work hard for you. Try one today! Part-time A/P bookkeeper needed with knowledge of QuickBooks preferred. Motivated & attention to detail a must. Resume to: Box 189, c/o Daily Astorian P.O. Box 210 Astoria, OR 97103 Stephanieʼs Cabin Hiring for Host, Waitstaff, Dishwashers, and Line Cooks. 3 years minimum restaurant experience. Catering experience a plus. No phone calls. Apply in person to 12 West Marine Drive, Astoria. The Columbia River Estuary Study Taskforce (CREST) in Astoria, Oregon is seeking applicants for the position of Director. This person coordinates and supervises the environmental planning and habitat restoration efforts of CREST staff, and oversees grant applications and budgeting. Please visit www.columbiaestuary.org for full job description, desired qualifications, salary, benefits, and application instructions. Deadline: April 16th, 2012.

The Sand Trap Pub in beautiful Gearhart, OR is now hiring a part to full time LINE COOKS and SERVERS. Management Opportunities Available. Qualified applicants must have a flexible schedule, previous experience, and be 21 or over. Apply online at www.mcmenamins.com or pick up an application at any McMenamins location. To have an application mailed to you, call (503)952-0598. No phone calls or emails to the Pub please! EOE 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 Wanting extra income? I'll show you how. FT or PT (503)738-3839 or (503)440-0675 Welder Fabricators needed. Experience required, willing to work all shifts. Pay DOE. Equal Opportunity Employer, drug screen required. (503)325-5187

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New home to be built in Gearhart. 3 bd, 2 bath. Get in early to pick your own colors. $179,000. (503)4409561 Remodeled 4 bedroom, 3 bath, great view. 2150 sq. ft., 1/3 acre on deadend street. Off-street/RV parking. Asking $375,000. (503)325-3633

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Ilwaco Commercial Lease: Completely renovated commercial storefront. 2 ADA bathrooms, kitchen, 1750 sf. Pacific Realty (360)642-4549.

195 Homes Wanted Seeking home via owner contract. Manufactured or fixer-upper ok. No mobile home parks.(503)468-0088

205 Condos for Rent Seaside Condos Lovely 2 bedroom/2 bath. River views stainless appliances granite countertops. $1100. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

210 Apartments, Unfurnished 1 Bedroom Apt. $595+$500 deposit. Small pets OK. Assigned parking off-street. Laundry on-site. Phone (503)338-8525

•2 bedroom/2 bath- $650+deposit Located near Fort Stevens Park Beach/Schools/Shopping-No pets. Columbia Pointe Apartments 500 Pacific Drive, Hammond (503)791-3703 www.yournextrental.com/10802 Specialty

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(360)244-1933 Apartments Gearhart Charming apartment - Gas fireplace near shopping and golf. 1 bedroom/1bath $600 Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Apartments Seaside $475 to $875 per month. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Astoria 1 bedroom. First floor, close to downtown. $500 per month. No pets. (360)921-6719 or (503)3254487 Astoria 2 bedroom, appliances included. W/D hook up. Great location, no smoking/no pets. $770. (503)325-4901 Astoria- Nice, well-located 1 & 2 bedroom. Views, low utilities, on-site laundry & parking. No smoking, from $675/mo. (503)325-2280 Astoria: Studio apartment for rent. Close to downtown, no pets. $425/month. (503)325-8788 or (503)325-4963 Dan Brand New in Astoria 1 Month Free Rent! Edgewater at Millpond 300 29th St. Astoria Designed for Seniors 55+ •1 Bedrooms $694-$744 •2 Bedrooms $829-$896 •Stainless Steel Appliances •Stackable Washer/Dryer Hook-Ups •Elevator •Onsite Parking •Riverside Walking Path Nearby Come by for a tour! (971)224-1424 TTY 711 Half-off First Monthʼs Rent on Studios, 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. Call for details. Waterfront Property Management (503)738-2021 Large 2 bedroom, first floor. Large living area. $675 per month. 318 Bond. Steve (503)440-6577 Ready to Move in Now. Now offering 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Bayshore Apartments (503)325-1749 LET one of our friendly advisors help you word your classfied ad. Call 503-325-3211.

Seaside-Ambassador Suites 1 bedroom/1 bath Steps to Prom. Furnished, Seasonal pool. $750. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Seaside-Apartments 1bedroom/1bath Close to beach. Utilities paid except phone. $650. 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. EVERYTHING is coming up results when you use a Classified Ad! Warrenton 1 bedroom apartment. $595 per month. Close to high school and bus line. (503)440-0580

215 Apartments, Furnished Seaside-Apartments Great ocean view. Furnished1bed/1bath. Close to beach/Prom. On-site laundry $650. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

220 Plexes

225 Townhouses Newer 2 bedroom 2 bath townhome for rent in Hammond near Marina $875.00 month Call (503)717-3907 or (503)738-2644. Seaside-Townhome River views, quiet dead-end street 2bed/1 bath. Shared garage. $850 Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Warrenton-Townhome Serene Lake Front property w/lovely deck/yard. 2 bed/1.5 bath. Wood fireplace, dishwasher, w/dhookups, garage, $1100. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

230 Houses, Unfurnished 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. 326 Pleasant, Astoria: 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Natural gas, washer/dryer. $950 per month. (206)718-9022 3bedroom/2bath master suite upstairs.1800sqft, gas fireplace, 2 car garage, large yard-lawn service included. Seaside, OR; Gearhart/Seaside school district. Available 01 July. $1300/month. Call/text (860)857-3987. 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath modern farmhouse. $1,500 per month, $1,500 deposit. NO PETS, credit check, and one year lease. Call Jim (503)739-0734 or (503)325-1965 Astoria 2 bedroom/1 bath house in nice area. Sunroom, basement+sideyard. $900+deposit. Pets negotiable. (503)861-1717 Sowins Property Management Astoria: Available 4/1, new 2500 sq. ft. 4 bedroom/3 full bath. Extra nice. No pets/smoking. $1,400 per month, and security deposit. (503)325-0883 or (503)741-6390

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 Hammond duplex:3 bedroom, 2 bath. Attached garage, washer/dryer hook-ups. $1,000 month+$600 deposit, no pets. (503)298-0958 Seaside - 4 Plex Upstairs unit 1/2 block to the beach. 2 bedroom/1 bath. $925. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Seaside: Large 2 bedroom/2 bath. FP, W/D hook-up, dw. W/S/G paid. $750 per month, first, last, $500 deposit. $25 background. No smoking/pets. (503)738-9017

Gearhart near beach:Furnished/Unfurnished 2 bedroom/1 bath-available now. Gas heat, deck, yard. $850 per month/deposits. (206)849-4555 Gearhart-Home Short walk to beach,3 bedroom/ 2.5 bath on oversized lot. $1350 Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Seaside - Homes for Rent Newer carpets/paint, 2 bedroom/1 bath-$895. Cottage- Large living space 1 bedroom/ 1 bath-$495. Ocean Views 3 bedroom/2 bath. Near the beach, 2-car garage/2 fireplaces-$1,450. Fenced yard with deck, 2 bedroom/1 bath-$1,100. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068

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310 Tools & Heavy Equipment

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Knappa: Private 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Furnace and wood stove, deck, w/d, on acreage. Additional for pasture/barn. No smoking/pets. $950+deposits. (503)458-6374 or (503)338-8166

Contractorʼs Tool Sale Local Contractor is cleaning out the shop! Some brand new or hardly used! For list of tools available please visit www.brienbrothers.com and click onʼ Tools For Saleʼ Tab.

2009 Bighorn 5th wheel. 38 ft., 4 slides, many extras. $49,000. (503)791-9889

Warrenton Historical home in park like setting. 4 bedroom/ 2 bath. $1375. Beach Property Management Inc. (503)738-9068 Warrenton: 5+ bedroom. 2.5 bath. All appliances including washer/dryer. Water paid, no smoking/pets. $1,150 per month, $1,000 deposit. One year lease. (503)861-1133 or (503)440-7374. CASH buyers are reading your Classified Ad. Warrenton:2 bedroom/1 bath, stove, refrigerator, appliance hook-ups. 2 car garage, no smoking/pets. $715+ deposit. (360)423-5123 Warrenton:Large family home on wooded acre. 3+bedrooms, 2 bath, all appliances, walk to Costco/shopping. $1100 month first/last, no smoking. (503)3672912.

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

360 Furniture & HH Goods MOVING MUST SELL! Craft table, $25. 2 36 inch TV, $50.00 each. 32 inch TV $35.00. 46 inch big screen $400.00. Please call (503)861-8297

380 Garage Sales OR Estate Sale Friday/Saturday/Sunday March 23rd-24th-25th, 8 am. 17385 Pine Beach Way-Rockaway. Long Time Dealerʼs Estate. ADVERTISERS who want quick results use classified ads regularly.

445 Garden & Lawn Equipment

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

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Office space for rent. Off street parking. Reception, phones and other services available. (503)325-3368

A Great Way to Start Your Day: Coffee, donuts, and cash for your steel! Bring us your scrap metal of all types- Catalytic converters, junk or running cars, farm equipment, etc., and enjoy some coffee and donuts. OR give us a call and we can come to you! Ronʼs Recycling, LLC 34988 Hwy 101 Business #107 (503)791-4150 Monday-Saturday, 8-5

BROWNSMEAD TURBO GRO Partially dehydrated dairy compost. For the garden. $20/yard. Call by appointment (503)458-6821.

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

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RAYMOND, Wash. — Tlen-Huicani open its doors at 2 p.m. for a colTlen-Huicani (pronounced ten wee-KAHN-ne) orfully-garbed ensemble of “the is making a couple of stops at the singers” (the meaning of Tlen 2 p.m. Sunday, March 25 historic Raymond Theatre, courHuicani in the indigenous Indian tesy of Sunday Afternoon Live. language of Nahuatl) who make Tlen-Huicani will present an the beautiful “harpa jarocha” (folk Raymond Theatre outreach for 4th, 5th and 6th 323 Third St., Raymond, Wash. harp) the centerpiece of their graders from three local school music. (360) 975-5831 districts (Raymond, South Bend The Raymond Theatre is loand Willapa Valley at 1 p.m. Fricated at 323 Third St. Tickets for day, March 23. The students will Tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the the Sunday performance are on be exposed to some of the games sale at South Bend Pharmacy, door, $5 for youths that the school children of Mexico Sagen’s Pharmacy, and the theater play and learn some simple Spanfor $10 ($5 youth, $12 day of perish phrases. This presentation is made possible in part formance); by sending check or money order with a by a grant from Western States Arts Federation, a stamped self-addressed envelope (SASE) to SAL, nonprofit arts service organization founded in 1974 P.O. Box 221, South Bend, WA 98586, or by calling and serving 13 states from headquarters located in (360) 975-5831. Denver. Ann Mergens contributed to this story for SunThe following Sunday, March 25, the theater will day Afternoon Live.

Yoga Namasté Get a taste for yoga at free classes ASTORIA — Yoga Namasté invites you to spring into spring by offering two free yoga classes during March. Treat yourself to an hour of simple Hatha Yoga at the Yoga Namasté studio at 342 10th St. This is yoga for everyone – all levels are welcome. Equipment is furnished, so bring yourself (and perhaps a friend) and explore the ancient art of yoga

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Tuesday, March 27, and Thursday, March 29, from 6 to 7 p.m. The 10-week spring term will start Monday, March 26, and end June 2. Level 1-2 classes meet Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8:30 a.m. and Level 23 Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 6:15 a.m. Vinyasa or Yoga Flow class meets Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. All classes are 90 minutes long.

Todd Jackson, a master teacher from Portland Yoga Arts, will return to the studio May 18 to 20 to teach a 10-hour yoga workshop. This has been a popular workshop and early registration is encouraged. Consult the website at www.yoganam.com for details or call Ute Swerdloff at (503) 440-9761.

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Long Beach Grange Grange to hold kids’ stuff sale LONG BEACH, Wash. — The Long Beach Grange is planning a special “kids’ stuff” sale, to be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 31. The sale will be open to the public, so come and sell all of your children’s items, including clothing, toys, furnishings, books and more. The sale is limited to items for children only. No household garage sale items will be accepted. Cost of table rental is $10 for an 8-foot table. All of the proceeds from table rentals will go toward sponsoring local children to attend summer camp at Camp Morehead in Nahcotta, Wash. So start cleaning our your closets, the garage and the attic for all of those children’s items you’ve tucked away and have been meaning to sell. This is a great way to sell the items your kids have outgrown and to buy things they need now. Lunch will be available in the onsite kitchen, so invite your friends for the biggest “kids only” garage sale on the Peninsula. Long Beach Grange is located at 5715 Sandridge Road. To reserve your table, contact Robyn West at (360) 777-8898.

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Poetry workshop and free reading offered MANZANITA — Carlos Reyes will conduct a poetry-writing workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 31, at the Hoffman Center. He will do a reading from his new book, “Pomegranate, Sister of the Heart,” at 2:30 p.m., following the workshop. This is a special event of the Manzanita Writers’ Series. The free reading is open to the public and books will be available to purchase. Writers who participated in Reyes’ March 2011 one-hour workshop can tell you that his workshops are immediately engaging, fun and creative. This workshop will involve different writing prompts from the 2011 workshop. Participants will walk away with useful handouts and a “homework” assignment, along with many new poetry drafts. Go to hoffmanblog.org to download a registration form. There is a $25 fee for the workshop. Bring a brown bag for the half-hour lunch break. Poet and translator Reyes lives and writes in Portland when

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Author Carlos Reyes conducts a poetry workshop and reads from his book, “Pomegranate, Sister of the Heart,” at the Manzanita Writers’ Series Saturday, March 31.

he is not traveling. He travels a lot, and whether he journeys to Panama, Spain, Alaska or Ireland, those experiences inspire and inform his poetry. In 2007, he was awarded a Heinrich Boll Fellowship, which gave him two weeks to write on Achill Island, Ireland. He has had fellowships to Yaddo and the Fundación Valparaíso (Mojåcar, Spain). He was poet-in-residence in 2009 at the

Lost Horse Ranger Station in the Joshua Tree National Park, and recently writer-in-residence at the Island Institute in Sitka, Alaska. “Pomegranate” is his fifth collection of poetry to be published. The workshop is a program of the Hoffman Center and will be held at the Hoffman Center at 594 Laneda Ave. Further information and the 2012 schedule are available at hoffmanblog.org or contact Vera Wildauer at vwildauer@gmail.com

Fore! Disc golf tournament to benefit Camp Kiwanilong ASTORIA — A disc golf tournament will be held at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds Saturday, March 31. Doubles start at 9:30 a.m. and singles start at 1:30 p.m. with registration at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. New and experienced players of all ages are welcome. Proceeds will help rebuild the Pioneer Shelter at Camp Kiwanilong, used by youths during summer camps. Entry fees are $10 for adults or $5 for kids younger than 16, per 18-hole game. Also, players will have the opportunity to throw again (mulligans) for extra $5 donations. The games are limited to 72 players, so preregistration is advised. Preregistration is available at Astoria Indoor Garden Supply (1343 Duane St.) and Sunset Empire Parks and Recreation District (Seaside Pool at 1140 Broadway in Seaside). Players can also register on site. All players should arrive 30 minutes before the start time. Prizes will be given for three age groups: kids ages 3 to 6 years, youths ages 6 to 15 years, and adults

ages 16 and older. There will be a putting challenge and participants will celebrate with food and drink donated by Astoria Indoor Garden Supply. The disc golf course is located at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds at 92937 Walluski Loop off Oregon Highway 202, six miles outside of Astoria. Signs will direct players to parking and the course. The golf tournament and Camp Kiwanilong Pioneer Shelter renovation are being coordinated by the Lower Columbia Ford Leadership Institute Program. Coming from across Clatsop County and the surrounding region, this group of citizens, community leaders and future leaders spent more than 48 hours since January learning about community building. Topics of study included community capacity, social capital, leadership styles, group decision-making and communication strategies. After completing the course, the group selected the Camp Kiwanilong project to complete with the support of the Ford Family Foundation and the community. March 22, 2012 | coastweekend.com | 21

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