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Keep your eye on the pinball ILWACO, WASH. — The Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum hosts Chester “Tucker” Wachsmuth’s presentation, “From ‘Baffle Ball’ to ‘Big Hit’: Five Decades of Pinball Machines,” 1 p.m. Saturday, March 3. Wachsmuth is one of the preeminent collectors of pinball machines in the Pacific Northwest. Two of his machines, “Bowling Queen” and “World’s Fair,” are currently on view at the museum in the exhibition “Flashback: Remembering the 1960s.” Wachsmuth will bring over a dozen more machines to the museum for an afternoon of history and play. Wachsmuth’s collection dates back to the early 1930s, when pinball machines became popular in the U.S. In 1931 David Gottlieb’s “Baffle Ball” became the first hit of the coin-operated era. The game resonated with people wanting cheap entertainment in the Great Depression-era economy. Most drugstores and taverns in the country operated pinball machines, with many locations quickly recovering the cost of the

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Tucker Wachsmuth, collector of pinball machines

game. “Baffle Ball” sold tens of thousands of units and established Gottlieb as the first major manufacturer of pinball machines. Machines became more complex with electric bumpers, flippers and elaborate artwork that evoked the popular culture of each decade. With more levels of play, pinball players developed strategies and techniques to gain those coveted extra points and free games. Wachsmuth will present machines from the 1930s, 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. He will give an overview of

their histories and special features. There will also be an opportunity for the audience to play the games after his presentation. Before the presentation there will be a short annual members’ business meeting. The museum is located at 115 S.E. Lake St. in Ilwaco. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is free on Thursdays thanks to the Port of Ilwaco. For more information, call 360-642-3446 or visit columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org.

And the Oscar goes to ... the cats and dogs! GEARHART — The Sweet Shop in Gearhart and North Coast Newcomers will host an Oscar party 4 p.m. Sunday, March 4, to benefit Clatsop Animal Assistance. Walk the red carpet and enjoy a complimentary Champagne, gourmet nibbles and the opportunity to test your Oscar trivia knowledge prior to viewing the show on a 55-inch screen. Elegant party attire will be recognized and rewarded! The suggested donation is $15. All profits will be donated to Clatsop Animal Assistance. The Sweet Shop is located at 567 Pacific Way. For more information, call 503-7397338.

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This pair is ready for The Sweet Shop’s Oscar party Sunday, March 4 … are you?

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Thistle & Rose

‘Pony Red’ concert benefits Cannon Beach Academy March 3 show will debut songs by Bill Steidel By BRENNA VISSER COAST WEEKEND

he local band Thistle & Rose will hold a fundraising concert as a way to support the Cannon Beach Academy in its first school year. The concert will showcase primarily the work of Bill Steidel, a Cannon Beach artist and ardent Academy supporter. The show, titled “Pony Red” after one of Steidel’s songs, begins 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 3, at the Coaster Theatre. The proceeds will go toward funding the academy. “The fundraising money raised goes directly to support the school’s operating budget. We receive 80 percent funding from the

school district, and we are responsible for fundraising the gap, or the other 20 percent,” academy director Amy Moore said. “So this will go directly toward that 20-percent gap.” The idea came from Paul Dueber, one of the musicians in the folk band Thistle & Rose, who said the band put on fundraising events like this in the past during the early days of the academy’s formation. “We’ve lived in Cannon Beach for years. We raised our kids here, and they went to the elementary school,” Dueber said. “So when the school closed, we were passionate to get a school back in Cannon Beach. It’s hometown music benefiting a hometown entity.” Doing this concert also intersected with the band’s desire to debut some of Steidel’s lesser-known songs in response to a high

demand for them from audience members. Many of the songs are locally inspired, like “Cedar Home,” based on the historical Lindgren Home at Cullaby Lake, or “Timber,” based on the tales of the Cannon Beach logging mogul George Van Fleet of the 1940s and ’50s. Others are personal to Steidel, Dueber said, like the concert’s title song “Pony Red,” which is a metaphor for his disapproval of the Vietnam War. “We’re kind of walking back in time and reflecting on what he’s contributed to the community,” Dueber said. “He’s done so much for this town, including his work for the school. This is our attempt to give something back to Bill, too.” Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Maggie & Henry, the Cannon Beach Academy, Cannon Beach Hardware or at the door. CW

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Ceramics, mixed media, pen-and-ink at Hoffman Gallery MANZANITA — Through March, the Hoffman Center Art Gallery is featuring mixed media by Dennis Worrel, pen-and-ink drawings by Reed Wilson and textured ceramics by North Coast potters. The show runs 2 to 5 p.m. every Friday and Saturday, March 2 through 30. An artists’ reception will be held 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 3, and the public is invited! Worrel’s recent works, called “Remembrances,” stem from his interest in the Oregon Coast, his home for the past 20 years. Working with paint, ink and graphite, Dennis reimagines memo-

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“Captured” by Dennis Worrel

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Bead boxing

Gayle H. Seely displays work during Seaside Art Walk

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Women of the West

Local author shares stories of overlooked pioneers

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A pen-and-ink drawing of a moth by Reed Wilson

intention is to deepen our connection by merging sto-

ries we bring with memories and stories from people

who came before us. Wilson, a physician and lifelong illustrator, will show his delicate and detailed postage stamp-sized pen-and-ink drawings of moths. Ten North Coast ceramicists will show work that illustrates how incorporating texture into ceramic adds depth, interest and story. The Hoffman Center Art Gallery is a program of the not-for-profit Hoffman Center for the Arts (594 Laneda Ave.) in Manzanita. The gallery is free. For more information, contact Mary Roberts at hoffmancenterartgallery@ gmail.com.

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BEAD BOXING Gayle H. Seely’s creations on display during Seaside Art Walk kick-off March 3 By EVE MARX

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love seeing people become so involved in my boxes,” Gayle H. Seely said. The artist’s unique creations will be on display at Fairweather House & Gallery’s Seaside Art Walk kick-off at the “Fresh Greens” opening reception 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 3. Her ancient methods of mosaic and beading combined with fresh, modern energy and emotions create intricate, colorful boxes. Seely, an Oregon native, moved to the North Coast from Trinidad, California, in 1984. She became familiar with the area after her parents moved to Gearhart in 1980. On a sleepy Monday morning at the Pacific Way Bakery in Gearhart, Seely said that as a child she spent a lot of time examining and studying the natural mosaic of river rock in Fall River. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a degree in fine art, she moved to San Francisco to take a job in an architectural design firm. “It was the late ’70s. I lived in the Marina,” Seely said. “I fed my interest in fine art going to galleries and museums. I walked all over the city, I read Ayn Rand, I took day trips to Santa Cruz,” she laughed. To offset the artistic constrictions of her day job, she enrolled at Humboldt State College as a post-baccalaureate “unclassified,” which meant she could take any art class she liked. “There was a senior-year seminar where I was thrown in with the messy artists, and I realized I wanted to feel that,” Seely said.

Boxes and beads

She decided to pay off her school loan and car loan, and eventually quit her job in San Francisco to move to Trinidad and make art. To support herself, she took a job waiting tables at a place called The Eatery. “When I wasn’t working, I drew. I was drawn to seascapes,” Seely said. “I’ve always loved the beach.”

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Artist Gayle H. Seely

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“Artist Habitat” by Gayle H. Seely

“Welcome,” a beaded work-in-progress by Gayle H. Seely

One day she came across the work of Zemula Fleming, a painter, sculpture and mixed-media artist who works in beaded mosaic. “She was an inspiration to me,” Seely said. “I bought nine of her pieces.” All along she had been collecting wooden boxes and colored beads for which she now had a purpose. “A lady in Newport showed me some techniques on adhering the beads to the boxes,” she said. “I visited Alaska, where I

learned how to weave cedar baskets. I began doing things with wire and beads.” Not long after, Seely had an epiphany: She wanted to focus exclusively on bead boxes, a direction she’s taken for several years. “The boxes are surprisingly durable,” Seeley said. “I test them out on my 3-yearold niece.” All the same, she said, people tend not to keep things in them as much as collect them and regard them as talismans. “I use a lot of the color green,” Seely said. “I like colors found in nature.”

Seely has been represented by the Fairweather Gallery since 2015. She and her husband live in Seaside, where she also has a studio. When she isn’t working, she enjoys walking and spending time with her beautiful dog, Liberty Belle. “She is a trained pheasant hunter,” Seely said. It’s easy to imagine one day how feathers may find their way into Seely’s enchanting, imaginative work. Fairweather House & Gallery is located at 612 Broadway St. in Seaside. CW

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IN THE COLUMBIA-PACIFIC REGION Thursday, March 1 Sugar Thistles 5 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Sugar Thistles play Americana and original tunes. Basin Street NW 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Dave Drury on guitar, Todd Pederson on bass and friends perform mainstream jazz classics. Senior Center Jam 6:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-468-0390, no cover. The Astoria Senior Center offers string band, bluegrass and country. Floating Glass Balls 7 p.m., Bill’s Tavern, 188 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2202, no cover. The Floating Glass Balls plays bluegrass, Caribbean, folk, swing and country.

Friday, March 2 Reflections Noon, Cannon Beach Community Church, 132 Washington St., Cannon Beach. Susan Buehler will perform 30 minutes of Lenten piano reflections on the Steinway grand piano; free and open to the public.

UMPHY 6 p.m., Public Coast Brewing, 264 Third St., Cannon Beach, 503-4360285, no cover. Singer songwriter Bryan Umphenour of UMPHY plays folk, rock, country, pop and original music.

Strange Hotels 8:30 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. A duo of multi-instrumentalists Ben Braden and Nick Sadler, Strange Hotels spans many genres from disco to world beats including pop, dance, indie pop and rock-n-roll.

Kizik 7 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, no cover. Kizik combines elements of folk, rock, pop and improvisation, bringing songs to life with originality, power and passion.

Paradox 9 p.m., San Dune Pub, 127 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-5080, 21+. Paradox plays modern alternative rock and dance tunes from the 1960s to the 1990s.

RJ Marx Quartet 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-468-0206, no cover, 21+. Saxophonist RJ Marx leads the quartet in a repertoire of jazz music with John Orr (guitar), Joe Church (bass) and Dave Gager (drums).

Sunday, March 4 ScheckPea Duo 11:30 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-3256777, no cover. Scheckie Metzner and Pee Wee Patenaude play blues, jazz, soul, caribbean and Latin folk music.

RockFish Blues Band 7 p.m., North Beach Tavern, 102 Pioneer Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2302, no cover. RockFish plays rockin’ blues music. FILE PHOTO

Andrew Cramer 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Andrew Cramer plays standards and favorites on piano.

David Drury 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Guitarist David Drury plays contemporary, classic and traditional jazz standards.

Maggie & the Katz 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, no cover, 21+. Maggie & the Katz play New Orleans gumbo blues, soul and rhythm-n-blues.

Wes Wahrmund 6 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Wes Wahrmund plays light jazz and original tunes on classical guitar.

Thistle & Rose 6 p.m., Seasons Café, 255 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1159. Thistle and Rose perform original tunes, folk and Americana music from the 70s and 80s.

7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4361718, $20. Thistle & Rose will perform the music of Bill Steidel at “Pony Red,” a fundraiser for the Cannon Beach Academy.

Wes Wahrmund 6 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Wes Wahrmund plays light jazz and original tunes on classical guitar.

Saturday, March 3

Skye & Goldenberg 7 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-3846, $20. Acoustic guitarists Eric Skye and Mark Goldenberg will perform together playing jazz, country, rock, blues and pop tunes.

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Maggie Kitson, of Maggie & The Katz

Sunday, March 4 Maggie & the Katz 5 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Maggie & the Katz play world-class blues music, Creole, jazz, funk and rhythm-nblues and soul. Sugar Thistles 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-468-0206, no cover, 21+. Sugar Thistles play Americana and original tunes. Walkin’ West 7 p.m., North Beach Tavern, 102 Pioneer Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2302, no cover. The acoustic trio of Walkin’ West plays a blend of folk, blues, country, classic rock and

original music. Zak Borden 7 p.m., Peninsula Arts Center, 504 Pacific Ave., Long Beach, Wash., 360901-0962, $15. Mandolin virtuoso Zak Borden plays traditional songs of Ireland and syncopated rhythms of Brazil including choro, blending country soul and jazz to his repertoire. “Pony Red”

Niall 1 p.m., Astoria Brewing Co., 144 11th St., Astoria. Niall Carroll plays pop, classic rock and folk music with vocals on guitar and harmonica. Kitchen Music 1 p.m., Long Beach Grange, 5715 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2239. All levels welcome to bring instruments and join the jam session to play, sing or listen to folk, bluegrass, country, blues and pop music. Evensong 6 p.m., Cannon Beach Community Church, 132 Washington St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1222. Evensong features performers Jennifer Goodenberger and Wes Wahrmund, meditative songs and quiet reflection.

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Arts Center welcomes virtuoso mandolinist LONG BEACH, WASH. — Mandolin virtuoso Zak Borden brings choro, bluegrass and more to the Peninsula Arts Center 7 p.m. Saturday, March 3. Borden grew up in an extended family of full-time artists, musicians and writers. He has put down roots in many musical disciplines. In his late teens, he fell in love with bluegrass. As it does for so many, that fertile American hybrid introduced him to a world of other styles: from the country soul of The Band to the lilting traditions of Ireland; from modern string-band takes on Thelonious Monk to the syncopated rhythms of Brazil. However, as a performer and educator, he came to find that it was really just passionate, wellplayed and interesting music that he loves. Borden’s shows employ nimble picking on guitar or mandolin and a deep baritone voice that leaps easily into a high, clear tenor. The Peninsula Arts Center is located at 504 Pacific Ave. N., Long Beach, Washington. Admission is $15 at the door or online through Brown Paper Tickets, or call Bill Svendsen at 360-901-0962. Wine, beer and other refreshments are available for purchase. Concerts benefit the Long Beach Peninsula Acoustic Music Foundation, a nonprofit charitable organization.

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Zak Borden, a mandolin virtuoso

Master guitarists play the Hoffman Center MANZANITA — Eric Skye and Mark Goldenberg, two acoustic guitar masters, will play one of their rare duet performances at the Hoffman Center for the Arts in Manzanita 7 p.m. Saturday, March 3. Admission is $20. Though often billed as an acoustic jazz guitarist, Portland-based Eric Skye occupies a unique niche between jazz, Americana and blues. Skye’s most recent

solo release, “A Different Kind Of Blue,” a solo guitar re-imagining of Miles Davis’ “Kind Of Blue,” was listed in the top 10 acoustic albums of 2012 by Acoustic Guitar Magazine. Los Angeles-based Mark Goldenberg is the consummate A-list session player and sideman. Goldenberg played lead guitar for Jackson Browne for 16 years. He has played on records for and toured with artists

such as Bonnie Raitt, Linda Ronstadt, Eels, Chris Isaak, Willie Nelson and Peter Frampton. Goldenberg recently finished a two-year world tour with acclaimed pianist and actor Hugh Laurie. He is also a songwriter whose works have been recorded by Linda Rondstadt, Chicago, Pointer Sisters, Natalie Imbruglia, Eels and Chris Botti. The Hoffman Center is located at 594 Laneda Ave.

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Acoustic guitarists Mark Goldenberg, left, and Eric Skye

‘Peter Pan’ flies away after this weekend

ASTORIA — This weekend is your last chance to see Astor Street Opry Company’s presentation of “Peter Pan: A Musical Adventure” for youths. Show dates are 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 3 and 4. The house opens 30 minutes before each performance. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under. You can get tickets by calling the box office at 503-3256104. Soar away to Neverland in this magical adaptation drawn from the beloved novel with fresh, original music. The Darling children love to hear of Peter Pan’s adventures during his visits through the open window of the nursery. Then, one night after Nana has taken his shadow and Wendy has sewn it back on, Peter Pan and Tinker Bell whisk the children off to Neverland to be part of the adventures. All your favorite characters are there, including Captain Hook and his pirate crew, Princess Tiger Lily and her tribe, and, of course, the Lost Boys and Girls. A rousing and lovely musical score by the award-winning team of Rockwell and Bogart includes “The Boy Who Never Grew Up,” “Fly Me to Neverland,” “Follow the Leader” and “Home Sweet Home.” You won’t have any trouble thinking happy thoughts after watching this wonderful production directed by Katherine Lacaze, with assistance from Ellen Jensen and musical direction by Dena Tuveng.

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Author Marianne Monson, instructor of writing at Clatsop Community College

#MeToo: What Now? ASTORIA — Clatsop Community College and Fort George Brewery are pleased to announce the March event for the 2017-18 first Thursday Ales & Ideas lectures. On March 1, the college will kick off Women’s History Month with two talented speakers at the brewery’s Lovell Showroom. Mindy Stokes, women’s studies instructor and director of the Lives in Transition program, presents “#Me Too: What Now?” Stokes will provide a historical analysis of the Me Too campaign and why it’s a significant and sustainable aspect of the feminist movement. According to Wikipedia, the phrase “Me Too,” long used by social activist Tarana Burke to help survivors realize they are not alone, was popularized by actress Alyssa Milano when she encouraged women to Tweet it to “give people a sense of the magnitude of the problem.” Since then, #MeToo has been posted online millions of times, and terms such as sexual harassment and sexual assault are common expressions used in the workplace. Stokes will provide a way forward in the “What Now?” portion of the evening, discussing why the third and fourth waves of the feminist movement provide a theoretical framework for creating a society built on equity.

Members of Encore Dance Studio’s team gather for a picture at owner Denele Sweet’s house. Pictured (from left) are Suzannah Hastings, April Cameron, Courtney Bangs, Tia Van Slyke, Trixie Leone, Denele Sweet, Erin Hofseth, Brittani Henderson, Kimmbrly Mount and Nikkole Sasso. Other staff members not pictured include Krysti Ficker, Cheryl Cochran, Christiane Butler, Michelle Lee, Connie Mulvany, Arlene Holmes, Annie Navarjo-Rivera and Dana Larsen.

Encore scholarships on offer for aspiring dancers GEARHART — Encore Dance Studio’s nonprofit Encore Performing Arts Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships for the 2018-19 dance year. The mission for these scholarships is to get kids dancing who have financial barriers.

Applications are due Friday, March 16. Winners of the scholarship will be announced Wednesday, April 25. Email getyoudancing@gmail.com or visit the Gearhart studio (3631 U.S. Highway 101 N.) to pick up an application.

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Mindy Stokes, women’s studies instructor and director of Lives in Transition at Clatsop Community College

The college is also pleased to introduce our newest instructor of writing, Marianne Monson, who will read an excerpt from her latest book, “Frontier Grit: The Unlikely True Stories of Daring Pioneer Women.” Doors open with food and beverage service at 6 p.m. Seasonal beers are on tap, food and other beverages are available for purchase, but no purchase is required. Minors are welcome. The Fort George Lovell Showroom is located at Duane and 14th streets in Astoria.

SEASIDE — Spice up your life at our “Coastal Soul Cooking Class” 1 p.m. Saturday, March 10. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Seaside Library and will be held in the Community Room. The class is limited to 15 people and will be taught by LaNicia Williams. You can sign up for this special event at the Circulation Desk or by phone. Williams’ specialties include Southern-style fried chicken, cornbread, homemade mac-and-cheese, collard greens, candied yams and much more. Williams will give

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Chef LaNicia Williams

cooking instruction and hands-on demonstrations, focusing on one of her favorite soul food dishes:

shrimp and grits. Participants will turn the kitchen at the library into a soulfood sanctuary and will learn how to cook a soul food meal seasoned with love. Williams is a resident of Nehalem and the maker of “cornbread so good that just one piece will never be enough.” She is originally from the Los Angeles area and found her way to the North Coast by way of Seattle in 2014. The Seaside Public Library is located at 1131 Broadway St. For more information, call 503-7386742 or visit seasidelibrary.org.

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Wood carver the new featured artist at Art Loft ASTORIA — Jim Unwin, a master sculptor and wood carver from the Long Beach Peninsula, will be the featured artist at the Astoria Art Loft (106 3rd St.) Friday, March 2, through Tuesday, April 3. Meet Unwin and view his carvings 1 to 3 p.m. during this month’s Second Saturday Art Walk in Astoria. Unwin turns chunks of wood into sculptures of rare beauty. For him, wood carving is not just a skill but a personal and spiritual journey. The wood, once a living thing, “communicates” with the sculptor and often determines the direction it wants the artist to go. “Driftwood comes with shapes that tell a story and define who they are, with little or no alteration,” he said. He believes carving is a lesson in life, “to learn the balance between pushing in to make the right cut or pulling back.” Unwin’s favorite subjects come from nature, especially ravens. “Ravens,” Unwin said, “are very intelligent and adaptable and have a special place in many cultures and their mythology.” Unwin admires the Northwest Native style with its intricacies and tie-ins with nature. Understanding First Americans’ sensitivity about people copying their work, he said, “even though I am using that style and I borrow from the legends, I do my own thing. I try to make each piece a connection with the inner world — the place where the Spirit dwells within all of us and makes us connected.” For more information, call 502-325-4442 or email atoriaartloft@gmail.com.

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Jim Unwin’s carving, “Logo Mar”

Bee part of a special exhibition ASTORIA — The Astoria Art Loft is concerned about the future of bees — and the future of humanity. To call attention to the contributions of bees and the dangers they face, the Art Loft is featuring a special exhibition devoted to bees. Artists — including children, emerging artists and professional artists — are invited to produce artwork celebrating the insects. The pieces should be ready to hang and turned in to the Art Loft by Wednesday, March 28, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. or other times by special arrangement. There are about 20,000 bee species in the world and 4,000 in Oregon. Some live in hives, some in wood and some in the ground. Some live together in large groups, others by themselves. Although nearly all bees collect pollen and nectar, only honeybees, bumblebees and a few others produce honey, beeswax, royal jelly and other products. Bees are very busy!

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A bumblebee flies to a flower.

On a given day, a bee may make 10 trips to 100 different flowers and bring its body weight in pollen back to the hive. It can fly at 15 mph and cover 5 miles. These busy creatures make 6,000 tons of honey and contribute approximately $1 billion to the economy each year. Over the past decade, thousands of bees have died from various causes, and some people believe that man has played a role in this tragedy. If we wish to continue our present way of life, we must become more dedicated to keeping bees healthy and thriving. For more information about the exhibition, contact the Art Loft at 503325-4442 or astoriaartloft@gmail.com.

A marble to behold ASTORIA — The Astoria Art Loft is hosting a marbling class 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 2; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 3; and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 9. Marbling is the creation of patterns resembling smooth marble or other stones. It is done by floating color on a liquid and placing paper on the surface to create patterns. Marbling began in Japan in the 12th century, spread to Persia and Turkey, and

then to Europe. The techniques to create the colorful patterns were kept secret for hundreds of years. When bookbinding became popular and marbled papers decorated the end papers in books, the secret came out. Interest in marbling waned in the 1900s but was revived in the 1970s. It is popular once again. For more information, please call 503-325-4442 or email astoriaartloft@ gmail.com.

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Divine Fair Trade at Moxie Shine On

March

SEASIDE — The Seaside First Saturday Art Walk, celebrating its 14th year in 2018, hosts local, regional and nationally acclaimed artists in various businesses, galleries and locations along Broadway Street and Holladay in the historic Gilbert District. The next Art Walk takes place 5 to 7 p.m. March 3.

SunRose Gallery

“Windswept” by Judy Shaw, of Fairweather Gallery

606 Broadway St. Jewelry is in the air at SunRose this month! Owner/china artist Cathy Tippin is creating earrings and pendants with some of her favorite dishes, both

vintage and modern. Also featured will be handcrafted jewelry by local artists Patty Thurlby, Charlotte Bruhn, Sandy Higgins and Vicki Sullivan. Continued on Page 15

“Artsy Goddess” necklace by Cathy Tippin, of SunRose Gallery

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Marianne Monson’s book “Frontier Grit” on display at Lucy’s Books in Astoria

Marianne Monson, author of ‘Frontier Grit,’ shares stories of overlooked pioneers for Women’s History Month

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Marianne Monson’s upcoming book, “Women of the Blue & Gray: True Civil War Stories of Mothers, Medics, Soldiers and Spies,” is scheduled to be published in fall 2018.

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WHERE TO SEE MARIANNE MONSON

uthor Marianne Monson has redefined the word “pioneer” in her recent book “Frontier Grit: The Unlikely True Stories of Daring Pioneer Women,” a collection of 12 mini-biographies about lesser-known women whose stories have been overlooked in the traditional male-centric narrative of the American West. Kicking off Women’s History month, Monson will present a talk on Donaldina Cameron, one of the stories featured in “Frontier Grit,” at the Wit & Wisdom Thursday Lecture Series at Fort George Brewery 7 p.m. March 1 in the Lovell Showroom. Cameron was a New Zealand woman who rescued Chinese women near the turn of the 20th century in Chinatown, San Francisco, when sex trafficking was rampant. “I felt a very deep connection with her; she is absolutely one of my heroes,” Monson said. “I want my own daughter to grow up with those stories.” Monson will also be speaking about pioneer-era women at an Astoria Library talk 3 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 3, and will finish with a book signing at Lucy’s Books 5 to 8 p.m. March 10 during Astoria’s Second Saturday Art Walk. Monson remembers her own experience learning about women’s history growing up. “You would hear about three amazing women — maybe Sacajawea, Betsy Ross and Elizabeth Katie Stanton. “It just gives you the impression — or

• Wit & Wisdom Thursday Lecture Series, Fort George Brewery Lovell Showroom (Duane and 14th streets), 7 p.m. March 1, • Talk at Astoria Library (450 10th St.), 3 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 3 • “Frontier Grit” book signing, Lucy’s Books (348 12th St.), 5 to 8 p.m. March 10, during Astoria’s Second Saturday Art Walk

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Marianne Monson at Lucy’s Books in Astoria

at least it gave me the impression — that there were three cool women, and everyone else stayed home,” she said, laughing. Women’s contributions have historically been overlooked, undervalued and intentionally and unintentionally suppressed, she said. “It’s important that we put them back into the narrative.”

Adventures into the unknown

When Monson’s editor at Shadow Mountain Publishing first proposed the idea of writing a nonfiction book about pioneer women, Monson felt a little daunted by the research but fascinated by the topic. “My grandmother raised me on pioneer stories,” she said. “She was a huge family

history buff and just a strong woman herself. I gravitated towards the stories of strong pioneer women in our family.” One of the reasons Shadow Mountain felt compelled to tell these stories is that “western history is predominately told from a male perspective,” said Heidi Taylor Gordon, publishing manager at Shadow Mountain, a Salt Lake City-based company. Monson’s first task was choosing the women to write about. She combed through old books and biographies looking for women no one had heard of but who had done amazing things nonetheless. “I do love women like Sacajawea, but I was specifically looking for women without name recognition,” she said. Monson also looked for women who had gone on a physical journey as well as a “tendency to push against boundaries,

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traditions or norms,” she said. “I think we can look at a pioneer as one who adventures into the unknown and is willing to go places that other people aren’t willing to go.”

Overlooked, undervalued

During her research, Monson found stories of remarkable women that had simply never been published because of the stereotypes that define pioneer stories. One such stereotype is that all pioneers traveled West. It was important to Monson to broaden the definition of “pioneer” beyond its association with Westward Expansion. “The frontier has this mythology in the American psyche, but it’s different than how we’ve pictured it in movies and books,” she said. “It was actually an incredibly diverse place where people came from all different directions.” One example is a Native Hawaiian woman named Makaopiopio, whose story is featured in “Frontier Grit.” Instead of moving west, Makaopiopio migrated East from Hawaii to the frontier of Utah in 1879 and settled within a Hawaiian colony in Iosepa. Members of the colony spoke ancient Hawaiian, had their own currency and made poi and sold flower leis. When a temporary teaching opportunity brought Monson to Hawaii, she met Makaopiopio’s family who provided her with primary source documents for the book. “To my knowledge, ‘Frontier Grit’ is the first place Makaopiopio’s story has appeared in print form,” Monson said. Taylor Gordon, Monson’s editor, said “there isn’t a woman in the book that follows the pioneer stereotype. These stories shatter that image.”

Magical communication

Monson wanted to be a writer from a young age. “I have a journal from when I was 7 that says, when I grow up I want to write stories,” she said. Books played a big role in Monson’s development. “Books were my survival guide to junior high. They were free therapy and the way I figured out how to navigate the world. They just had a really profound impact on me.” In college, she majored in English and began working at Beyond Words Publishing House in Portland where she would spend the next 10 years as their children’s book editor. “I briefly thought about law school because that seemed more practical, but I couldn’t think of anything more amazing than creating writing that might potentially have that same impact on someone else,” she said. “I didn’t have a backup plan.”

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Marianne Monson’s new book “Frontier Grit” is on shelves now at Lucy’s Books.

Monson’s tenacity paid off. She published her first children’s book, “Finding Fairies: Secrets for Attracting Little People from Around the World,” in 2000. After having her own children, she transitioned into teaching. In 2003 Monson went for an MFA, which helped her develop the day-to-day practice of being a writer. “I had tons of rejection letters like any other writer. You have to develop a thick skin and love it enough that you can get past that part,” she said. The best parts of being a writer “are pretty obvious,” Monson said. “I still think the very best thing is hearing from readers, especially kids who say they loved it, or were touched by it, or it helped them in some way. It’s this incredible communica-

tion that is intimate with someone you’ve never met in real life. It’s magical to me.” In August 2017 Monson moved to Astoria with her family into an old house built by Finnish immigrants in 1915. She writes at home but also loves to write on location. “As a kid, I liked to write in trees. I still will if I can find a good tree to write in,” she said. “Anywhere I go, I’m writing.”

Putting women’s voices back in

Monson teaches writing at Clatsop Community College. Her next book about the unheralded role of women in the Civil War, “Women of the Blue & Gray: Civil War Mothers, Medics, Soldiers and Spies,” is slated to be release in fall 2018. She plans to start a Writer’s Guild, a

literary nonprofit that would feature a writer-in-residence program, support for writers and at-risk populations within the community. Monson is excited that high school classes have been using “Frontier Grit” to supplement their take on women’s history. “That’s what women’s history is about: giving them a voice,” she said. “We’ve had one dominant narrative about these events, but there are so many other perspectives to be had, and they contribute so much to the richness of that conversation. Putting those women’s voices back into those events is so essential. It’s so important.” Visit Monson’s website: mariannemonson.com CW

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COA S T W E E K E N D C A L E N DA R Friday, March 2 Town Hall 6 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash. The public is invited to hear Carolyn Long talk about why she is running for Washington Congressional District 3.

Thursday, March 1 Ales & Ideas 7 p.m., Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St., Astoria. Mindy Stokes and Marianne Monson will give a presentation on “#Me Too: What Now?” followed by a reading of Monson’s book “Frontier Grit;” food service available at 6 p.m.

Educational Talks 7 p.m., Astoria Yacht Club, 300 Industry St., Astoria, 503-440-5474. Stewart Carter will give a talk on sailboat rigging and rig tuning at the next educational talk series; open to the public.

Tales for Grown-ups 7 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-3683846, $10. Actor Liz Cole presents “Story Time for Grown-ups: Reigning Cats and Dogs,” includes stories and poems.

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The characters of “Born Yesterday,” the Riverbend Players’ latest production

“High School Musical” 7 p.m., Seaside High School, 1901 Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503-7385586. Disney’s “High School Musical” is the story of two teens who meet at a karaoke contest and discover their mutual love for music; $10 adult, $8 senior, $6 student. “Wiz of the West” 7:30 p.m., Clatskanie Middle High School, 471 Bel Air Drive, Clatskanie, 503-728-3403, $5. Missoula Children’s Theatre presents “The Wiz of the West,” an adaptation of the classic “Wizard of Oz” but with a Western-style twist. “Born Yesterday” 7 p.m., NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, 855-444-6273, $15, rated PG. “Born Yesterday” is the story of a newspaper reporter who tries to educate a crooked businessman’s girlfriend.

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Saturday, March 3

Sunday, March 4

PBL Tournaments

“Wiz of the West”

8 a.m., Seaside, Warrenton, Astoria, 503-717-4308, $2 to $7. Support young athletes at the annual Pacific Basketball League tournaments held at schools in Seaside, Warrenton and Astoria.

3 p.m., Clatskanie Middle High School, 471 Bel Air Drive, Clatskanie, 503-728-3403, $5. Missoula Children’s Theatre presents “The Wiz of the West,” an adaptation of the classic “Wizard of Oz” but with a Western-style twist.

Beach Clean Up 9 a.m., meet at Seashore Inn on the Beach, 60 Promenade, Seaside. Join local volunteers for the monthly “Treasure the Beach” community beach clean up.

Seaside Art Walk 5 p.m., enjoy original artwork, live music and refreshments during Seaside’s monthly First Saturday Art Walk, includes artists receptions and demonstrations; look for art walk signs at participating merchants.

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Artist Demo 1 p.m., ArtPort Gallery, 177 Howerton Way, Ilwaco, Wash., 360642-0522. Artisan Luisa Mack will give a demonstration on fusing to create jewelry during the gallery’s goldsmithing demo.

UnWined 5:30 p.m., Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, $40, 21+. Sample award winning wines during the tasting event following the wine competition for the 2018 Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival.

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Pinball Talk 1 p.m., Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, 115 Lake St., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-3446. Pinball collector Tucker Wachsmuth will give a presentation on his display of pinball machines from his collection.

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“Born Yesterday” 7 p.m., NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, 855-4446273, $15, rated PG. “Born Yesterday” is the story of a newspaper reporter who tries to educate a crooked businessman’s girlfriend.

Artist Reception 2 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-3683846. Artists participating in the group show “Texture” will be featured along with Dennis Worrel (mixed media) and Reed Wilson (pen and ink). Artist Reception 2 p.m., Trail’s End Art Gallery, 656 A St., Gearhart, 503-7179458. Bill Logan will be featured at a reception exhibiting his new

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Poster art by Iris & Maisy Siegel Spring Raffle 5:30 p.m., Old Nehalem Fire Station, 35900 8th St., Nehalem. Fire Mountain School’s spring raffle fundraiser, the Cuban-inspired “Havana Nights” party includes three raffle prizes; tickets are $40 or three for $100.

paintings, photographs and 3D art. Gearhart ArtWalk 2 p.m., celebrate creative

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art forms during the monthly Gearhart ArtWalk at businesses and

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galleries in Gearhart; look for “Welcome to the Shore” flags at par-

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ticipating merchants. “Peter Pan” 2 p.m., ASOC Playhouse, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104,

$5 to $10. Soar away to Neverland in this magical, musical adaptation drawn from J.M. Barrie’s fictional character.

“High School Musical” 7 p.m., Seaside High School, 1901 Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503738-5586. Disney’s “High School Musical” is the story of two teens who meet at a karaoke contest and discover their mutual love for music; $10 adult, $8 senior, $6 student.

CCAS Fundraiser Noon, Astoria Brewing Co., 144 11th St., Astoria, 503-741-3040, 21+. For every beer sold, $1 will be donated to support Clatsop County Animal Shelter at the Astoria Brewing Company’s opening and happy hour.

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Seed Exchange 1 p.m., White Clover Grange, 36585 Hwy. 53, Nehalem, 503-3686874. Give Seeds a Chance offers gardeners, seed collectors and novices a chance to swap seeds from herb and vegetable to flower and native plants, and exchange information with others. “Born Yesterday” 2 p.m., NCRD Theater, 36155 9th St., Nehalem, 855-4446273, $15, rated PG.

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Thursday, March 8

“Born Yesterday” is the story of a newspaper reporter who tries to educate a crooked businessman’s girlfriend. Oscar Party 4 p.m., Sweet Shop, 567 Pacific Way, Gearhart, 503-739-7338, $15. The Sweet Shop and North Coast Newcomers group will host an Oscar party to benefit Clatsop Animal Assistance; complimentary refreshments, Oscar trivia and prizes.

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PBL Tournaments 7 p.m., Seaside, Warrenton, Astoria, 503717-4308, $2 to $7. Come out and support young athletes at the annual Pacific Basketball League tournaments held at schools in Seaside, Warrenton and Astoria.

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“Peter Pan”

Volunteer Carolyn Anderson, right, slowly pours a red blend during Savor Cannon Beach 2015.

2 p.m., ASOC Playhouse, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, $5 to $10. Soar away to Neverland in this magical, musical adaptation drawn from J.M. Barrie’s fictional character.

5 p.m., Tolovana Inn, 3400 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, $40, 21+. Opening night kicks off with Thursday Night Throwdown featuring 12 award-winning wines to sample with chef-designed light bites; tickets available online.

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Tuesday, March 6 Blood Drive 1 p.m., Cannon Beach Fire & Rescue, 188 Sunset Blvd., Cannon Beach, 503-4362949. The American Red Cross’ bloodmobile will be located in the parking lot for blood donors, ap-

pointments required. Ric’s Poetry Mic 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-468-0206. Sign up at 6:45 to read poetry or a short story at this monthly poetry open mic.

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Business After Hours 5:30 p.m., Bank of the Pacific, 651 Marlin Ave., Warrenton, 503325-6311. Sponsored by the Astoria Warrenton Chamber of Commerce, Business After Hours provides a social networking opportunity for chamber members to meet

and mingle.

speaker series.

Watershed Lecture 6:30 p.m., Pine Grove Community Center, 225 Laneda Ave., Manzanita. Scott Heppell will discuss rockfish recruitment and larval distribution at the next Lower Nehalem Watershed Council

Artist Travelogue 7 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-3683846, $5. Lynne Gross will share photos from her travels to Kenya at the next “Travelogue: Celebrating Global Culture & Community

Through the Lens of Local Citizen.” Nature Matters 7 p.m., Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St., Astoria, 503861-4443. Katie Voelke will give a talk on “The Wild and Rare in Our Own Backyards: Life on the Coastal Edge.”

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MAI TONG THAI FOOD

Mai Tong fills Thai gap in Astoria cuisine

Rating:  400-498 13th Street Astoria, Ore. 97103 971-320-0849 Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Monday Price: $ – Entrées from $8 to $10 Service: Take-out only, well-packaged Vegetarian / Vegan Options: Plentiful Drinks: Bottled water, soda

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hen the Mai Tong Thai Food truck opened at the end of October, Astoria’s two and a half years without Thai cuisine came to a merciful end. I’m surprised it took so long. Since Astoria’s Blue Ocean Thai Cuisine shut in mid-2015, Thai joints have popped up across the region. Malai Thai arrived in Long Beach in 2015. A Mighty Thai launched in Manzanita in early 2016 and was followed by Seaside’s Yellow Curry shortly thereafter. Neighborhood diners arrived eagerly, longing for creamy coconut curries, ginger-flecked stir-fry, noodles, sweet peanut sauce, Thai coffees and the like. Meanwhile, Astorians with those cravings had to travel to Warrenton, to the well-regarded Nisa’s Thai Kitchen. That’s where Sopa Burns worked before setting out with her husband, Robert, to set up the Mai Tong truck. (Hailing from northeastern Thailand, the name pays tribute to Sopa’s family.) The gleaming, custom-built truck is parked at Duane and 13th streets, in the burgeoning Astoria Station pod. Anchored by the irrepressible Reach Break Brewing and alongside the irresistible Hot Box BBQ and Reveille Ciderworks, Astoria Station stakes claim as the first worthwhile modern pod on the coast. The cluster of businesses are simpatico, each staking out individual lanes. Here

KEY TO STAR RATING SYSTEM  Poor  Below average  Worth returning  Very good  Excellent, best in region

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Beef salad

is a rising tide that lifts all boats. It’s no small thing that in inclement weather Mai Tong customers can find refuge inside Reach Break. I began with a glass of ESB and the Lemongrass Chicken Wings ($6). Long-marinated, the wings have deep, subtly developed flavors; they don’t shout, but still speak volumes. Supple and wildly juicy, they’re cooked gingerly, a reminder of how regularly chicken is overcooked. The skin, quivering and slippery, having soaked up the most of the marinade, might be the best part. The sight or scent of the wings led a nearby couple to order their own. And, 10 or 15 minutes later, they, too, were sucking their fingers in ecstasy. The couple also ordered the Drunken Noodles ($8), ranked at two-stars on the spice scale. In short order, both were blubbering, ordering more water at the bar, dabbing sweat from their cheeks. The spice had thrown them for a loop. Some modicum of manners prevented me from asking for a taste to gauge the heat. I’d have to return and order my own.

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Sopa and Robert Burns opened Mai Tong Thai Food at the corner of 13th and Duane streets last fall.

More than the heat — which at two stars I found resolutely mild-medium — I was taken by the texture of the flat, wide Drunken Noodles — not rubbery, enjoyably chewy, just right. But anyway, back to the spice. Like many Thai restaurants that begin with red chili flakes before graduating to Thai Chilis, Mai Tong obliges, delights even, in cranking up the heat. But a little clarification may be in order. Mai Tong’s scale of one-tothree stars (printed as large chilis) on the cart, was an early design choice. Talking with Robert, who takes orders while Sopa cooks, I was a little confused where things stand now … Had they moved on to a different system? He certainly said they can go above three stars. Regardless, a three-star scale doesn’t leave much wiggle room. A five-star scale would help keep unsuspecting folks like the couple I met from blowing their ears out.

I had the Thai Ginger stir-fry ($8) at three-stars and found a throaty, peppy medium. The vegetables, particularly the bell peppers and onion and finely sliced ginger, made clear their freshness. They weren’t frozen from a bag but vibrant. And so it made sense, then, when I asked Robert one night what surprised him most about opening the cart. Answering without hesitation, he said, “The prep! Every day we’re cutting so many vegetables.” There are meats, too, of course, which Robert said come from Reed & Hertig. Most dishes come with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, tofu or shrimp. The tofu was totally adequate, the chicken a bit dull (especially compared to the supple, juicy wings). Generally I preferred the beef, at least where it’s appropriate. (For whatever reason, beef feels awkward to me in a curry.)

The Curries ($8) come in Red and Yellow, and they certainly do the trick, extending the depth of rich coconut milk into something enveloping. Of the two soups, I had the Creamy Tom Yum ($10), and it yearned for maturation. The Beef Salad ($10), with iceberg, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, celery and a tangy lime juice dressing, was thin and dainty. Both lacked the multifaceted flavors of their peers. Both were also on the small side. (That said, nothing at Mai Tong is huge. Leftovers are not guaranteed.) The Tom Yum and Beef Salad were the only dishes I had at Mai Tong that I wouldn’t order again — rare outliers. At the top are the Lemongrass Wings. The majority of Mai Tong’s dishes — noodles, curries, stir-frys — are clustered toward the center, pushed above average by the fresh-cut veggies and neat, involving balances. Qualms aside, let it be known that Mai Tong is more than capable of filling Astoria’s Thai food gap, delivering us from this painful and prolonged state of want. CW

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612 Broadway St. The “Fresh Green” opening reception at Fairweather’s features beautiful art celebrating the spring greening season. Art from Michael Muldoon and Richard Newman focuses on the Irish realm of emerald landscapes and quaint architecture. Karen E. Lewis, oil painter; Fred Lukens, myrtle woodcrafter; Carolyn Macpherson, watercolorist; Mike Mason, pressed florals and leaves; and Gayle H. Seely, beaded mosaics, will attend. Seaside/Gearhart naturalist Neal Maine will speak about the ecology of the coastal habitat at 6 p.m. Macpherson and Muldoon will offer Seaside Painting LIVE™ episodes. Free art demonstration and open to the public. Live music by Shirley 88. Welcoming new artist Judy Shaw.

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616 Broadway St. A group show, an encore, featuring artists who have recently exhibited in our gallery. In addition, the Seaside group playing fourteen Ukuleles returns for an encore! Uke Group promotes community involvement, entertainment and social interaction based in the beautiful North Coast region.

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8 North Holladay Drive Art Walk arena featuring resident artist Scott Colin Johnson. Johnson’s landscape studies are rooted in en plein air painting, a French term meaning to paint outdoors in the natural light. Early on, Johnson began to add the little touches that rouse the imagination — the faint treetops that indicate a valley beyond the

The Whet Spot features the Art of Pouring

hill, or the tiny glint of water that tantalizes over a grassy dune. These hints at an unseen landscape beyond the one we see were an introduction to his dream world.

The Whet Spot

12 N. Holladay Drive The Whet Spot offers a relaxed, friendly, adults-only atmosphere, where patrons can catch up with old friends while enjoying craft beers, ciders and wines. No minors permitted at any time. Featuring the Art of Pouring with 20 rotating taps for craft beers and ciders, a growler-filling station and wines by the glass.

Blue Bond Studio, Art School and Gallery

417 South Holladay Drive Featuring amazing paintings by artist Blue Bond done in oil on canvas. Animals, people, still life and wonderful scenery pictures delight guests. Blue is also a teacher and enjoys passing on his vast knowledge to novices and experienced painters alike. Find additional original art during the day at Hold Fast Gallery (611 Broadway St.), Seaside Antique Mall (726 Broadway St.) and Seaside Coffee House (3 N. Holladay Drive).

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Mixed-media artist teaches summer workshop

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“Morgan’s Origins” by Morgan Rauscher

Nehalem artists present ‘The Collective’ NEHALEM — For the month of March, a multidisciplinary group of artists from the Nehalem area will show new works in the gallery at North County Recreation District. Some of the artists presenting work include Chris Biegen, Phil Dagostino, Melissa M. Frisch, Glenna Gray, Jordan Gulaskey and Rex Harter. A reception will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 2. Come meet the emerging artists and join in the “Collective” conversation. The pieces revolve around the central theme of “The Collective,” which refers both to our hopes as a group as well as the connections we experience as members of this unique coastal community. “The Collective” also refers to our wish to loosely define ourselves as a fledgling group of artists who share a common goal of providing greater access to the arts by establishing a setting in which members of our community can gather to make art. There is currently a lack of available space in our area for artists to be able to gather and produce new works. But by beginning this conversation within our community we hope to work together to found a clean, comfortable setting where this important work can be done.

“Coast in Rain” by Kath Macaulay

Learn ‘pocket sketching’ at Trail’s End Gallery GEARHART — Trail’s End Gallery will be holding a “Pocket Sketching” workshop June 15 through 17 taught by artist Kath Macaulay. The class will run 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and be held at Trail’s End Gallery in Gearhart (656 A St.). Fees are $300 for members, $375 for nonmembers with a $42 material fee. These materials can be purchased separately. A full list will be provided upon registration or request. The class can accommodate only 12 to 15 students. To hold your place, please make a deposit of $100 or pay in full to Trail’s End by sending your check made out to Trail’s End Art Association, PO Box 2351, Gearhart, OR, 97138. Macaulay is a full-time painter and teacher of “Pocket Sketching,” which uses watercolor with watercolor pens. Her workshop is ideal for timid beginners and advanced artists who want minimal equipment, total portability, speed with no interruptions and no clean-up. The techniques and photos of John Singer Sargent are used extensively as teaching examples. Macaulay, of Tucson, spent nine years teaching this workshop at Canyon Ranch and other places, such as the Chautauqua Institutes in New York, the Burchfield Penney Museum

GEARHART — Trail’s End Gallery is holding a three-day summer workshop taught by Carolyn Macpherson 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Aug. 23 through 25, an event for watercolor and acrylic artists interested in learning Yupo, how to pour watercolor, and mixed media. It will take place at the gallery (656 A St.) in Gearhart. The cost of the workshop is $300 for members, $375 for nonmembers. There is space for 12 participants. To hold a spot, please send a $100 check to Trail’s End Art Association and Gallery, 656 A St., Gearhart, OR, 97128. Participants may bring their own materials, and all other supplies will be furnished. Macpherson has a highly concentrated style of painting where the rich dark backgrounds of still life pop off the paper. She has given workshops featuring this dynamic technique and received numerous awards and accolades, including exhibiting at the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento. American Artist magazine reviewed her book, “How Did You Paint That?” Primarily a water-based media artist, Macpherson also paints with water-based oils, cold wax techniques and particularly enjoys mixed media. Represented by Fairweather House & Gallery, she often offers a “Painting Seaside LIVE” episode during the Seaside First Saturday Art Walk. For more information about this workshop and the Trail’s End Gallery, contact the gallery through their website (trailsendart.org) or at trailsendartassociation@gmail.com. You may also call the gallery at 503-717-9458 or simply visit the gallery during winter hours, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

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Kath Macaulay

International Center for Watercolor in Buffalo, the Plein Air Convention and Expo in San Diego and many U.S. and Canadian art organizations. To learn more about this workshop and Trail’s End Gallery, visit trailsendart.org or call Linda Schaeffer at 602565-1772. Winter hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. You may also call the gallery at 503717-9458.

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Carolyn Macpherson’s “Rose Hips on Yupo”

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Monday, March 5

Skadi Freyer 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Skadi Freyer plays jazz compositions on piano.

Burgers & Jam 6:30 p.m., American Legion, 1216 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2973. The legion offers good burgers and good music.

Strange Hotels 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. A duo of multi-instrumentalists Ben Braden and Nick Sadler, Strange Hotels spans many genres from disco to world beats including pop, dance, indie pop and rock-n-roll.

Bruce Smith 9 p.m., Seaside Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside. Rocker Bruce Smith and his Texas Tribute will perform at the annual Oregon Fairs & Festivals convention talent showcase.

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Wednesday, March 7 Thistle & Rose 5 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Thistle and

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Thursday, March 8 Sugar Thistles 5 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Sugar Thistles play Americana and original tunes. Basin Street NW 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Dave Drury on guitar, Todd Pederson on bass and friends perform mainstream jazz classics.

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ACROSS 1 Small flute 5 Tries to beat the buzzer? 10 Throws together 15 Airport waiter? 18 404 Not Found, e.g. 19 Energize 20 Not happy, to say the least 21 Kitchen brand 22 Historical period spelled using only the letters of 2-Down 24 Singer who once spelled her name with a “$” 25 Word before data or deal 26 Unlikely to be talked out of 27 “That wasn’t nice!” 28 Revolutionary War hero spelled using only the letters of 13-Down 30 Website with a “Sell an item” option 31 Order to go 33 Enter the fray 34 Woman’s name that sounds like its second and first letters, respectively 35 Fix 36 Snack items spelled using only the letters of 36-Down 38 Inner tubes? 40 Casual top 41 Ancient theaters 42 Prince of Shakespeare 43 Screw up 44 Fund-raising org. 45 Be annoying 47 Garment that’s often plaid 48 Sukkot celebrant 51 Christmas drink 55 Geraint’s wife, in Arthurian romance 56 What assayers assay 57 Butt’s end? 58 Many an office worker’s problem 60 It’s imagined 62 TV demonstrator at the 1939

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6:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-468-0390, no cover. The Astoria Senior Center offers string band, bluegrass and country. Floating Glass Balls 7 p.m., Bill’s Tavern, 188 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2202, no cover. The Floating Glass Balls plays bluegrass, Caribbean, folk, swing and country. Piano Recital 7 p.m., Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, no cover. Portland Piano International Rising Stars program presents Xiaohui Yang performing works by Schubert, Ravel and Chopin.

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Help COASST survey beaches for seabirds. Training March 4th 11am-5pm at Cannon Beach City Hall. RSVP: coasst@uw.edu

201 Antique & Classic Vehicles Astoria Automotive Swap Meet Vendors Wanted Clatsop Fairgrounds Saturday, March 10th 8am-2pm Contact Fred 503-325-8437-evenings 1-800-220-0792-days or Rod 971-219-5517

616 Rooms & Roommates Homeshare: Bedroom available, $675. First/Last month, $300 security deposit. No pets/smoking. 503-338-0703.

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Windermere Realty Trust is an established real estate company looking for an upbeat, hardworking, and action-oriented Sales Support Specialist to join its business support team and quickly own the role. Our Sales Support Specialists occupy an integral position in our brokerages and provide the technical, administrative, and marketing support invaluable to both seasoned real estate brokers and rising stars alike. This role is also indispensable to our managing principal brokers, who rely on their Sales Support Specialists for everyday operations assistance and bigger-picture strategy and execution. We strive to surround ourselves with those who are tech savvy, personable, intelligent, and averse to being bored. In order to thrive in this role, you must be proactive. Strong candidates will also exhibit a high degree of professionalism and integrity and be looking to grow the role during their time with us.

Bookkeeper-Part-Time Knowledge of QuickBooks a plus, but willing to train the right person Must be detail-oriented. Call or apply in person 503-861-1172

• Provide a wide array of technical, administrative, and marketing support directly to managing principal brokers and agents • Be the “Keeper of the Space” and ensure the office is clean, organized, efficient, and on-brand • Answer phones and act as the face of the company • Create feel-good moments for agents and their clients whenever possible

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Adult Foster Home is looking for a full-time and part-time Caregiver. Must pass background check, experience required. Call 503-791-6420

BUSY ASTORIA HOTEL NOW HIRING FOR FRONT DESK HOUSEKEEPING BREAKFAST BAR YEAR-ROUND POSITIONS Competitive Wage Bonus Program No Phone Calls Please Apply in Person 204 West Marine Drive Astoria or email to sales@astoriahie.com

Check today’s classified ads for excellent buys on the items you need! Full-Time Employment Experience Construction Worker needed. FT, valid driver’s license, licensed and bonded ok also. Please email experience and references to cottagekeeper@gmail.com. Cannon Beach 503-436-2306 Classified Ads work hard for you!

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Clatsop Community College is now accepting applications for the following positions: Summer Academy Project Leaders Seeking Part-time project leaders for its grant-funded 2018 Upward Bound Summer Academy which serves 9th to 11th grade students. The program runs mid-June to late July. View job description/qualifications and apply on-line at our web site www.clatsopcc.edu. Project essay must accompany application; see special instructions on our employment page. Positions are open until filled with first review of applications on March 5, 2018. College/Career Advisor-TRIO Pre-College Programs Full-time, grant-funded position. View job description/qualifications and apply on-line at our web site www.clatsopcc.edu. Applications must be submitted by 5 PM on March 1, 2018. Call the Office of Human Resources at 503-338-2406 if application assistance is needed. AA/EOE Clatsop County Survey Technician II Range: $4,845.39-$5,889.60 per month+benefits Perform complex surveying duties including survey reviews, calculations, drafting, recordkeeping; surveying with GPS and total stations, public land corner restoration. Requires bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and minimum 3 years’ experience in engineering/surveying. Familiar with AutoCAD and Land Desktop. EIT/LSIT certification a plus.

Front Desk Customer Service Representative Positions Available. Join our fabulous team working with fun, positive people in a beautiful boutique hotel environment. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Please apply in person. Competitive Wages EOE

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Full-Time Employment MEDICAL ASSISTANT – FT/PT Must be proficient with phlebotomy & have ability to multi-task with attention to detail in busy medical office. Must have completed MA education course. Please fax resume to (503) 738-3466 or mail to: Pacific Medical & Surgical Group 3619 Hwy 101 N. Gearhart, OR 97138.

Hope House

Full-time physical therapist/physical therapist assistant

Housekeeping/Housemen Full-Time/Part-Time needed. End of summer bonus!

Position open in North Oregon Coast private practice. Seeking practitioner interested in a flexible schedule that will allow in creativity for developing individualized treatments for clients with orthopedic injuries, joint replacements, and various neurological conditions. Our Warrenton, OR practice looks out on the Columbia River in a region abounding in recreational activity. We are a small practice with a big heart and open minds. If interested please send resume to: billing@pacificcrestpt.com 25 N Highway 101 Warrenton, OR 97146 503-861-3550

Starting wage $12/hr D.O.E

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Front Desk Reservationist Day, Swing & Weekends required Full-time & Part-time positions Medical/Dental/401K

Applications at Gearhart By The Sea 1157 N. Marion

FULL or PART-TIME DENTAL ASSISTANT position available. Must have experience & x-ray certification.

Ocean Spa Fully furnished hair station available for rent. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays

Looking for someone who takes pride in their work, is caring, organized and willing to learn. Great pay, PTO, medical & other great benefits! If you’re interested in joining our team and working at a high energy, state-of-the-art dental office, please drop off your resume at

231 N Hemlock St Cannon Beach, OR 97110 503-436-0664 oceanspacb@gmail.com

ALEXANDROFF DENTAL 1630 SE Ensign Ln Warrenton, OR 97146. (503) 325-3230

Visit http://www.co.clatsop.or.us/jobs for announcement and required forms. AA/EOE

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LIBRARY AIDE - Part-time (18 hours per week) Willing to work Saturdays and Sundays and evening hours. Salary: $13.52 per hour. Applications are available at Seaside City Hall 989 Broadway or through our website at www.cityofseaside.us Application deadline is 5:00PM on Monday, March 12, 2018. E.O.E. Head Start Openings in our Clatsop Area centers * Seaside: Teacher, Assistant Teacher and Bilingual Assistant * Warrenton: Assistant Teachers and Bilingual Assistants We have a benefits package that includes medical, dental, retirement and education benefits. Visit www.nworheadstart.org for more information and an application.

Position: Visitation Coach 30hours/week Working w/high-risk families Need reliable car, driver’s license and insurance. BS in Social Sciences & two years of experience. Must pass background check. Salary DOE+benefits. Email resume & cover letter to: sredburn@lcsnw.org Sheryl Redburn 503-791-6155 If you have an eye for real value, you’ll eye the classified ads daily!

LOOKING FOR RESERVATIONIST & VACATION HOME CLEANERS! Experience preferred, but we will train the right people. Must be detail oriented, able to work on your own and have your own vehicle. Please provide a resume to Kathy at PO Box 723 Cannon Beach. We will not be accepting phone inquiries. NOW HIRING!! Avamere at Seaside has following positions available: Full and part time Caregivers Full time Med Tech Training available Please apply online at www.avamere.com Peter Pan market has an opening for a permanent full-time Deli/Cashier position. Schedule includes evenings and weekends. Food handling, customer skills, and multi-tasking experience a must. Starting wage $11/hour. Apply in person. Classified Ads work hard for you!

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Nursery Care Attendant Sunday Mornings and occasional services while parents attend church services, working with a team of caregivers for 1-5 children, ages infant to 4 years Reliability, flexibility and experience a must Certifications & Trainings as needed

The City of Astoria’s Parks and Recreation Department is seeking motivated individuals to join our seasonal Parks Maintenance team. Do you like working outdoors, helping your community, and having fun? Then this job is right for YOU!

Grace Episcopal Church 1545 Franklin Street in Astoria

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PIZZA HUT-NOW HIRING Shift Managers in Seaside and Warrenton 3 months restaurant management experience preferred. Excellent training and advancement opportunities, flexible hours, meal discounts, Apply online www.jobsatpizzahut.com for the location you are interested in.

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The Necanicum Watershed Council is seeking a coordinator to oversee the council’s implementation of the Necanicum Watershed Action Plan. Please see http://www.necanicumwatershed.org/2018/02/16/nwc-coordinator/ for detailed info. TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references as one document (.pdf) in the form of an e-mail attachment to necanicumwatershed@gmail. com, using the subject line “Necanicum Watershed Council Coordinator” or mail application packet to Necanicum Watershed Council, P.O. Box 474 Seaside, Oregon 97138 by 5pm March 9, 2018.

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or in person at 148 E Gower Cannon Beach. Please call Tamara at 503-436-1197 if you have questions.

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Maps and journeys: a writing workshop

Scott Colin Johnson scores Cannon Beach Arts Association grant CANNON BEACH — If you’re a longtime coastal resident, part-time coastie or newcomer to the area, the Cannon Beach Arts Association has something for you. Amazing new things are happening at the Cannon Beach Gallery in midtown. In addition to our monthly exhibit receptions and art workshops, we’re also participating in Savor Cannon Beach, Spring Unveiling and Plein Air & More through the Cannon Beach Gallery Group. Our latest grant recipient, Scott Colin Johnson, will be working weekly in the gallery on Saturdays and the occasional Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Watch him demonstrate techniques for free, and purchase pieces only available at the Cannon Beach Gallery when he’s in. He’ll be hosting special demos for Spring Unveiling in May and Plein Air in June.

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The gallery’s March exhibit, titled “Heritage: Stories,” will be on display through Sunday, March 25. Following the community exhibit will be a three-person show of illustrative, landscape and surreal artists Johnson, Beth Robinson and Gary Wahlbeck. Examples of their work are available on the Arts Association website. Upcoming art workshops include painting (Saturday, March 10), paper cutting (Saturday, March 17) and a

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special workshop on art and grieving (Saturday, March 31) with Robinson. Our workshops are very affordable and open to adults of all skill levels. We offer the opportunity to take classes for free in exchange for volunteering as workshop helpers.

If any of this sounds like something you want to know more about, consider becoming a member. Members receive postcard announcements for these and other events, and receive significant discounts for classes and purchases. The Cannon Beach

Arts Association is a nonprofit that has served the North Coast community for more than 30 years. Our mission is to support, fund and enhance the arts and artists in Cannon Beach and the region through education, events and exhibits.

Manzanita artist’s work lands in governor’s office

PHOTOS COURTESY LORRAINE ORTIZ

“Earth Rescue” by Mike Cook, now in the Oregon governor’s office

MANZANITA — Many artists dream of having their work in a position of prominence where it can be seen by decision makers. And that is exactly what happened with Manzanita resident Mike Cook’s piece “Earth Rescue,” which now resides in the Oregon governor’s office. Since becoming a sculptor post-retirement, Cook combined his creative passion, concern with climate change and his drive to advocate for Oregon’s Clean Energy Jobs Bill and the state’s

participation in meeting the Paris Agreement. He wanted to see where creating for a cause might lead and if it could help in some way. Cook’s artist statement for “Earth Rescue” states that the work is a gesture of caring for the wound, softening the impacts and what can occur with an agreed, political, environmental, economic and scientific framework. At first, state Rep. Deborah Boone welcomed the possibility of having the piece in her office, but

as the 2018 session approached, along with a solid chance for the passage of the Clean Energy bill, Boone suggested perhaps the piece could be placed in the governor’s office. And that is exactly what happened. As Cook continues to write notes to legislators, he can leverage the placement of his sculpture, referring to the piece and what it represents. “I can refer to the piece by name, where it is and suggest they go take a look at it,” he smiled.

Manzanita sculptor Mike Cook with state Rep. Deborah Boone and his piece “Earth Rescue”

ASTORIA — Maps and cartography hold a special place in human imagination and history. Writers write about journeys all the time. In fact, stories and poems about journeys are some of the oldest writing known to humankind. Just think “The Odyssey” and Moses wandering in the wilderness. Join author, editor and writing instructor Matt Love 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 24, for a “Maps and Journeys” writing and creative thinking workshop in Astoria. (Note: This class was originally scheduled for March 31, as mentioned in the Feb. 22 Coast Weekend. The date has since been changed.) In the workshop, Love will guide participants through a series of writing prompts, cartography exercises and discussions that employ the realities and metaphors of taking journeys and consulting/ making maps. Writers of prose, poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, songs and scripts will find inspiration for their work as they delve into the investigations of maps and journeys. The workshop takes place in a private home. The class costs $65 and will cap at 15 participants, who will pay at the beginning of the workshop. Scholarships are also available. To register, email Love at nestuccaspitpress@gmail.com. Love is the publisher of Nestucca Spit Press. He’s the author/editor of 17 books about Oregon.

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Three days of marine, coastal science in Cannon Beach CANNON BEACH — The time has come for the annual Sharing the Coast Conference. This extravaganza of information about coastal natural history, taking place Friday through Sunday, March 2 through 4, in Cannon Beach, is a joint project of CoastWatch and the Northwest Aquatic and Marine Educators (NAME). This year the Haystack Rock Awareness Program is a local partner. All activities aside from field trips and the Saturday evening party take place at the Cannon Beach Community Hall (207 Spruce St.). The event kicks off with a speaker 7 p.m. Friday evening. On Saturday, beginning at 9 a.m., we’ll hear talks and panel discussions on such topics as seabirds and shorebirds, tidepool ecology and sea stars, marine debris, marine mammals, “beached marine critters” found on the shoreline and other topics. A Saturday afterparty, featuring the cutthroat trivia

A Haystack Rock Awareness Program member (far left) and visitors observe the great sea stack of Cannon Beach.

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Visitors take in the beauty of Haystack Rock.

contest, starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Public Coast Brewery (264 E. 3rd St.). On Sunday, an early morning tidepool walk at Haystack Rock is planned (weather permitting). We’ll gather back at the Commu-

nity Hall at 10 a.m. for a series of short talks about citizen science, then head back out to the beach for field trips. If the weather is overly inclement, we will have additional talks inside. Sharing the Coast is a

chance to have fun learning some intriguing new things about the shoreline and socialize with fellow coast-lovers, but the underlying goal is to provide background information that will assist CoastWatch-

Register for third annual CoastWalk Oregon Registration opens Thursday, March 1, for the third annual CoastWalk Oregon, a fundraiser for the North Coast Land Conservancy set for Sept. 14 through 16. This year’s theme, “Two Capes, Two Bays, Three Days,” refers to the spectacular stretch of coastline participants will hike, from the mouth of Nehalem Bay to the south side of Cape Lookout, the heart of the scenic Three Capes region on the Tillamook Coast. Registration is limited to 90 participants. CoastWalk Oregon participants spend three days

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Hikers head south toward Arch Cape on Day No. 1 of CoastWalk Oregon 2017.

walking roughly 10 miles a day on the Oregon Coast

Trail. This year’s event has new twists. In addition to buses, boats from Garibaldi Marina (weather permitting) and a vintage train from Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad will be among the vehicles shuttling participants at the beginning or end of each day’s hike. Every day will start and end in Garibaldi. Day No. 1 spans the beach from Nehalem Bay to Tillamook Bay. Day No. 2 begins on Bayocean Spit and climbs Cape Meares before ending at the beach near Oceanside. Day No. 3 takes participants down Netarts Spit and over Cape Lookout.

The $349 registration fee covers wayfinding, trailhead shuttles, snacks and a celebratory lunch at the end of the third day. Lodging and most meals are not included. Most of the registration fee represents a tax-deductible donation to the North Coast Land Conservancy, which is working to create a vast Rainforest Reserve in the mountains adjacent to Oswald West State Park — a private land conservation effort unprecedented in size in western Oregon. For more details or to register, visit coastwalkoregon.org.

ers in monitoring their miles, and NAME members in educating others about marine and coastal science. The cost is $35 for current members of either organization (includes Saturday lunch and evening appetizers), or $45 for nonmembers. Those joining either group or updating their memberships when registering can take the discount. Registration will

begin shortly; find out how to sign up at oregonshores. org. For more information, contact Fawn Custer, CoastWatch volunteer coordinator, at 541-270-0027, fawn@oregonshores.org; or Melissa Keyser, Oregon NAME president (and Haystack Rock Awareness Program coordinator) at 503-436-8060 or keyser@ ci.cannon-beach.or.us.

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BOOKMONGER

Books for reluctant young readers Have you been trying to convince a youngster you know that reading can be fun, not a chore? Two new juvenile fiction books, aimed at ages 3 to 8, may help you win the day. I find it rather curious that both books, so similar in purpose, were published in the same month by the same publisher. On top of that coincidence, it’s also interesting that while Pelican Publishing is located in Louisiana, it has tapped into Northwest talent for both of these stories. Not that any of that will be consequential to the kids who get their hands on these books, so let’s get on with

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the review! Poulsbo, Washington, author Kimberly Long Cockroft has had several stories published in children’s magazines, but “Reading Beauty” looks to be her first juvenile fiction hardcover. This story follows best friends Gabe and Ellie, who love to hang out together playing soccer, chewing bubble gum and riding bikes. Another thing they have in common is that neither of them likes to read, until one day Ellie makes the mistake of opining that reading is boring — right in front of the school librarian, Ms. Molly.

In the blink of an eye and the ominous shivering of a potted plant, kindly Ms. Molly momentarily turns tall and terrible, and casts an enchantment upon Ellie: that she will fall into a deep read forevermore. Sure enough, Ellie is mysteriously captivated by the next book she sets eyes upon, and from then on Gabe cannot convince her to do anything besides read, read, read. His friend’s fixation with books becomes so pronounced that even the mayor shows up, with a news truck not far behind, to address the situation. It appears that only one person can help Ellie snap

1. with 68 identified species, any number of long-legged, fish-spearing birds of the family Ardeidae. Some members of this family are called egrets or bitterns rather than herons, but they are all kin. Known to frequent both freshwater and coastal areas, herons are often identifiable by the swoop of their long,

S-shaped necks and thin, pointed slivers of beak. The most common species of this wading bird on the North Coast are the Great blue heron and the Green heron.

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out of her reading trance — and that’s Gabe — but can he deliver the cure without succumbing to the curse? With colorful illustrations by Mary Grace Corpus, “Reading Beauty” demonstrates that there are books on every topic under the sun, and promises that even kids who profess not to like books can wind up finding something fun to read. If you’re looking for a high-energy barrel-of-laughs book for that same pre-K to second-grade age range, check out Eric Ode’s latest swashbuckler. In “Paulina and the Pirate’s Hat,” the Bonney Lake, Washington, author/illustrator throws to-

gether a young heroine who loves to read with a shipful of zany buccaneers. They are led by a captain who has a penchant for alliterative expletives — Bilge rats and barnacles! Fish bones and flippers! — and a hankering for a fine chapeau. This prompts a rollicking escapade across the seven seas in search of the finest hat-making materials available. Ode’s illustrations are bright and cartoonish — serviceably amusing, if not accomplished. But where this book really sparkles is in the zippy pacing, the zest for knowledge, the humor and the

“Paulina and the Pirate’s Hat” By Eric Ode Pelican Publishing 32 pp $16.95 “Reading Beauty” By Kimberly Long Cockroft Pelican Publishing 32 pp $16.99 crackerjack word choice. Sit down with a youngster today and read with them! The Bookmonger is Barbara Lloyd McMichael, who writes this weekly column focusing on the books, authors and publishers of the Pacific Northwest. Contact her at bkmonger@nwlink.com.

Origin

Heron first enters Middle English circa 1300 as heiron, emerging from the Old French hairon or eron by way of the Proto-Germanic haigrô, which means to “scream, screech or caw” (the modern French is the similar héron). Both heron and egret, the name for some of the species’ sister birds, arise from this same root, though bittern has a different backstory that also refers to the birds’ call. According to the ancient Roman author, philosopher and naturalist Pliny the Elder, the bittern was known for its booming call during mating season, which resulted in the Gallo-Roman butitaurus, a

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A heron eats a fish for lunch in this photo, shot in Warrenton by Tracy Hale, of Astoria. The photo placed in the Top 25 of the 2014 Coast Weekend Photo Contest.

portmanteau from the Latin butionem, meaning “bittern” and taurus, meaning “bull.” The modern form is first recorded in English in 1510. “Patience proved a virtue for Seaside developers Bruce and Max Ritchie. “For more than a decade, they’ve submitted

plans for the 15-acre plot of land on the corner of South Wahanna Road and Avenue S known as Blue Heron Pointe.” — R.J. Marx, “Seaside subdivision gets go-ahead,” The Daily Astorian, Feb. 7, 2018 “The cry of the night herons I cannot describe,

except someone has said it gives the suggestion that the bird has swallowed a very unappetizing frog and is trying hard to unswallow it. The ‘squawk’ sings at his best from midnight to daybreak….” — “In a Village of Blue Herons with the Camera,’” The Sunday Oregonian, Aug. 28, 1904, P. 30 CW

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March

GEARHART — The first Gearhart First Saturday Art Walk of 2018 takes place 2 to 5 p.m. March 3.

A Great Gallery

576 Pacific Way 503-709-2840 agreatgallery.com Welcome spring! A Great Gallery has been busy for the past couple of months. We’ve been closed to remodel: new paint, more lighting and lots of new merchandise! Come see what’s new to kick off the Gearhart Art Walk season and enjoy refreshments. Each month our refreshments will theme a different country from around the world. This month’s theme will be Italian, “Ci vediamo presto.”

Trails End Art Association

656 A St. 503-717-9458 trailsendart.org With spring just around the corner we welcome any sign of it, including fine art to inspire us at Trail’s End Gallery. During the first Gearhart Art Walk of the year, the association will feature Bill Logan, a new member to Trail’s End. The show opening will include a reception in Logan’s honor 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 3. In addition to our featured artist will be new paintings, photographs and three-di-

mensional work by other member artists. The gallery is located at 656 A St., one block south of Pacific Way. Logan hails from Massillon, Ohio, and now lives in Astoria. In high school, he began painting with oil on large plywood sheets. His artwork took a hiatus while he earned a living as a career journeyman lineman. Now Logan has returned to his passion of painting. He uses a graphic tablet to create abstract drawings, combining computer tools with his brushes. He selects his colors and blends them on the computer screen as one would traditional materials. “It is my hope that you receive as much joy in viewing my work as I do in creating it,” he said. Trail’s End welcomes newcomers to the art world as well as seasoned ones. We have a judged show every year and a new show of member artists each month. For more information, drop by or call during winter hours 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. The number is 503-717-9458. Because it was “the little red schoolhouse” in the early 1900s, the gallery contains two classrooms with an office in between. One side was

PHOTOS COURTESY TRAIL’S END ART ASSOCIATION

ABOVE: “Cityscape” RIGHT: “Circles” (both by Bill Logan)

converted to a gallery; the other became a classroom used for open studio use for members and drop-ins who pay a minimal fee, classes and workshops. The office is now a lobby displaying many smaller items and prints. For more information, drop by or call during winter hours, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Our number is 503-717-9458.

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“Coastal Rocks” by Susan Thomas, on view at A Great Gallery

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“Industrial Winter” by Bill Logan

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