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ALSO INSIDE: ARTIST JILL McVARISH OPENS HER OWN ASTORIA GALLERY

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Royal Nebeker Gallery presents ‘Empathies and Energies’ ASTORIA — “Empathies and Energies,” an exhibit of ceramics, prints and photographs by three Oregon artists, will be shown at the Royal Nebeker Gallery at Clatsop Community College from Monday, April 2, to Thursday, May 10. The show features ceramics and prints by internationally acclaimed artist Frank Boyden of Otis; infrared photographs by Rich Bergeman of Corvallis; and ceramics and sculpture by Renee McKitterick, chair of the Art Department at Linn-Benton Community College in Albany. A public reception will be held 6 p.m. Thursday, April 5, in the gallery. “Empathies and Energies” takes its name from the co-mingling of Boyden’s dry-point etchings of anguished faces with the fire

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and light that McKitterick and Bergeman use to create their ceramics and infrared photographs. Anchoring the show is Boyden’s “Empathies,” a suite of 96 intimate dry-point psychological portraits that he presents in four large grids

of 24 prints each. The series was undertaken in response to the artist’s disillusionment with the depravity of humanity and evolved into one of empathy and personal introspection. He is also showing a selection of other recent prints and ceramic work in

the Clatsop exhibit. McKitterick is an Ohio native who studied and taught in New Mexico before relocating to Oregon to join the art faculty at Linn-Benton. She is a sculptor, painter, designer and potter whose work has

Astoria artists invited to join Open Studios Tour in July ASTORIA — Astoria Visual Arts invites local artists to participate in the 2018 Astoria Open Studios Tour, Saturday and Sunday, July 28 and 29. Studios must be open to the public both days from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and be located in Astoria. Registration forms are available at astoriavisualarts.org or may be requested via email (astoriastudiostour@gmail.com). The cost to participate is $30 per artist, $15 for AVA members. The deadline to register is Tuesday, May 15. This event draws thousands of visitors to Astoria and benefits artists and our

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A ceramic sculpture by Frank Boyden

been shown nationally and internationally. Bergeman, also an Ohio native, is a retired journalism and photography instructor who has enjoyed a double life as a fine art photographer for the past 30 years. His black-and-white

Master photographer featured on PBS, at Northwest By Northwest

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region in many ways. AVA will publish a full-color tour guide featuring all participating artists

and will be widely publicizing the event. Contact Annie Eskelin at 503-7910575 for more information.

images of the vanishing traces of Northwest history have been exhibited in galleries and museums throughout the region. The Royal Nebeker Gallery (1799 Lexington Ave.) and is open Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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A photo by Christopher Burkett

CANNON BEACH — Christopher Burkett, a master fine art photographer, will be Northwest by Northwest Gallery’s featured artist at Cannon Beach’s upcoming Spring Unveiling Arts Festival, Friday, May 4, through Sunday, May 6. You can meet the artist at the Friday reception, from 5 to 7 p.m., or on Saturday from 1 to 1:30 p.m. This Saturday, March 31, Burkett will appear on PBS NewsHour. The show airs at 5:30 p.m.

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‘Janes’ mount the catwalk April 7 ASTORIA — The Jane Barnes Revue, a traditional rite of spring, celebrates grit, humor and the power of community to raise funds to support the programs of the Astoria Downtown Historic District Association. On Saturday, April 7, nearly 25 community “Janes” — from officers to librarians, business owners to foresters — take the stage at The Ruins at The Astor and strut their stuff on the catwalk before their friends and family. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; the show begins at 7:30 p.m. These brave community members, willing to lay it on the line for their neighborhood, are the backbone of this fund-

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raiser’s success. Emcees Daddy Yankee and Orca Dorkus, two of Astoria’s wittiest women, will take guests through an evening of hilarity and revelry. Now in its eighth year, this topsy-turvy fashion show is still a hit. Guests will also delight in the new venue. A photo booth will also be operational, so make sure to get your picture taken with your favorite Janes! A brief intermission will include a short list of live auction items. One of our favorites is “Get YOUR Jane On,” which means you or your friends might have the chance to walk the catwalk, too! Other auction items include a private guided

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hike up Saddle Mountain with Pete Gimre and an adult cocktail party for 15 with Mrs. Oser reading stories. All tickets are sold online this year, and this includes the ability to select your seat using a seating chart. Tickets are available online at janebarnesrevue2018. brownpapertickets.com/. All proceeds from the Revue goes to support the efforts of the ADHDA in its mission to encourage community involvement in preserving the character of historic downtown Astoria while promoting its health and future with projects such as way-finding, downtown landscaping and public artwork.

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Jorge Gutierrez, performing as Danessa Rosewood, dances in a wedding dress during the Jane Barnes Revue in 2015.

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REALISM MEETS THE ABSURD Distinguished artist Jill McVarish opens her own Astoria gallery By WILLIAM HAM FOR COAST WEEKEND

o the casual passerby, the space at 160 10th Street in Astoria may not look much different than it has for some time: Paintings can be seen through the large storefront windows against the stark white walls inside, and the hand-painted sign identifying it as the Astoria Fine Art Gallery still hangs above the door as it has for years.

But big changes have been visited on this modest space in recent days. For years, it served as a showroom for some of the thousands of pieces of original art owned by beloved Astorian teacher and community booster Michael Foster. After his passing in 2016, locals Zelda English and Barry Brown took over and rechristened the space the Wake Gallery. And now, after only two months open to the public under that name, it’s changed hands again. As of March, it is

officially the McVarish Gallery, under the proprietorship of Astoria-based painter Jill McVarish. McVarish has had her eye on the space for some time, quite literally. For inspiration, she takes a regular morning walk along the waterfront with her dog, Chauncey, and the gallery on 10th was a daily stop along her route. “Michael Foster always had the most amazing art hanging here, just an incredible collection,” she said.

“But I don’t think it was open to the public, so I never went in. It always seemed to be a place to enjoy the art from a bit of a distance.” This changed with the assumption of the lease by English and Brown. “They really turned it into a nice space — pulled the carpet up, opened things up a lot,” McVarish said. “Then after only two months, I saw it was for rent again, so I just called them out of curiosity. It turned out to be pretty affordable and, well, I didn’t know what else to say, so I said I was going to do it!” Continued on Page 15

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LEFT: A close-up reveals the level of detail in a painting by Jill McVarish. BELOW: Jill McVarish in her Astoria gallery.

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IN THE COLUMBIA-PACIFIC REGION Thursday, March 29 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. Floating Glass Balls plays bluegrass, Caribbean, folk, swing and country. The Horsenecks 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. The Horsenecks play old time music with a bluegrass edge.

Friday, March 30 Reflections Noon, Cannon Beach Community Church, 132 Washington St., Cannon Beach. David Robinson will perform 30 minutes of Lenten piano reflections on the Steinway grand piano; free and open to the public. Buzz Rogowski 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Acoustic jazz pianist Buzz Rogowski plays smooth jazz, instrumental and new age compositions. Maggie & the Katz 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, no cover, 21+. Maggie & the Katz play New Orleans gumbo blues, soul and rhythm-n-blues.

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

Pearl Jam tribute band of seasoned musicians who capture the sound, spirit and vibe of the rock era; and Jar of Flies, the ultimate Alice in Chains experience with musicians who have a passion for live energy and showmanship.

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.

Harlowe 8 p.m., Sou’Wester Lodge, 3728 J Place, Seaview, Wash., 360-642-2542. Harlowe is the moniker for the songs, sounds and experimentations of musician Mark Robertson, creating a collection of intermixed songs with eclectic instrumental soundscapes.

Corner 7 p.m., McMenamins, 1157 Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, no cover. Sisters Crystal and Angela of Corner play eclectic folk rock, moody ballads and gritty country music.

The Horsenecks 8 p.m., Workers Tavern, 281 W. Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-338-7291. The Horsenecks play old time music with a bluegrass edge.

Simon Levene 7 p.m., WineKraft, 80 10th St., Astoria, 503-468-0206, no cover, 21+. Simon Levene plays a mix of covers and originals in a Brit-pop, folk-rock style utilizing ukulele and acoustic guitar. Pigs on the Wing 7:30 p.m., Liberty Theatre 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, $20 to $22. Pigs on the Wing, a Pink Floyd tribute band, performs a full performance of Floyd’s 1973 concept album “The Dark Side of the Moon.” The Horsenecks 8:30 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. The Horsenecks play old time music with a bluegrass edge.

Saturday, March 31 Troll Radio Revue 11 a.m., Fort George Brewery, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, 503-325-0010, $2. KMUN 91.9 FM and KTCB 89.5 FM offer a live variety show with the Troll Radio Theater Troupe and guests. Buzz Rogowski 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Acoustic jazz pianist Buzz Rogowski plays smooth jazz, instrumental and new age compositions. Jam Session

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Saturday, March 31 Adams & Costello 6 p.m., Sweet Basil’s Café, 271 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1539, no cover, 21+. Julie Adams and Michael Costello play a visceral blend of original music and soulful covers.

6 p.m., American Legion, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111, 21+. Jam at the legion with Mark Dove, open mic, all genres; musicians bring own instruments, drums and amplifiers provided.

Nate Botsford 7 p.m., Public Coast Brewing Co., 264 Third St., Cannon Beach, 503-4360285, no cover. Nathan Botsford is an indie rock artist who plays neo-folk, rhythm-n-blues and soul music.

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.

Walkin’ West 7 p.m., North Beach Tavern, 102 Pioneer Road, Long Beach, Wash., 360642-2302, no cover. Guitarist George Coleman will join acoustic trio Walkin’ West for a blend of folk, blues, country, classic rock and original music.

Beth Wood The 7 p.m.,Bridge Peninsula Arts Center, 504 Pacific Ave., Long Beach, Wash., 360Morning Show trouba901-0962, $15. Modern-day dour Beth Wood plays Americana and With Mark country music. Evans 6am to 10am

The Bridge Morning Show With Mark Evans 6am to 12pm

Spend Afternoons With Skye 12pm to 6pm

Flannel Fest 7:30 p.m., Columbia Theatre, 1231 Vandercook Way, Longview, Wash., 360-575-8499, $25. Flannel Fest features Washed in Black, a definitive

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Kathryn Claire 8:30 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. Singer songwriter Kathryn Claire performs acoustic folk, gypsy swing, Celtic, classical and traditional music.

Sunday, April 1 Buzz Rogowski 11:30 a.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Acoustic jazz pianist Buzz Rogowski plays smooth jazz, instrumental and new age compositions. 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. 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 rhythmn-blues and soul.

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Get tickets to the ‘Dark Side’ ASTORIA — Pigs on the Wing, a tribute to Pink Floyd, performs at the Liberty Theatre 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 30. Doors open at 7 p.m. General admission tickets for the all-ages production — titled “Finding the Dark Side of the Moon” — are $20 and available at libertyastoria. org. The cost is $22 the day of the show.

Expect two full sets of Pink Floyd: the first, a loosely chronological retrospective of Pink Floyd’s work before becoming a household name; the second, a full performance of one of rock music’s finest works, “The Dark Side of the Moon.” All of the members of the Portland-based band are seasoned veterans of the rock scene

and balance a decidedly un-tribute-like attitude toward the music with a deep understanding of the importance of Pink Floyd in many fans’ lives. The result is a sound and experience refreshing in delivery yet true to the original — something the band believes sets it apart from other Pink Floyd tributes. The Liberty is located at 1203 Commercial St.

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Pigs on the Wing, from left: Eric Welder (bass, vocals), Pete Galluzzo (sax), David Lindenbaum (guitar, vocals), Matt Jones (keys, vocals), Bryan Fairfield (drums), Keeley St. Clair (vocals, acoustic guitar), Jason Baker (guitar, vocals) notforsale

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A prayer service for Dr. King ASTORIA — In observance of the 50th anniversary of the martyrdom of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., an ecumenical evening prayer service will be held at Grace Episcopal Church (1545 Franklin Ave.). This ecumenical event will take place 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 4. Everyone is welcome. The North Coast Chorale and soloist Bereniece Jones-Centeno will sing at the service with piano accompanist Vincent Centeno. For more information, contact Janet Weidman at 503-741-0345.

LONG BEACH, WASH. — The Peninsula Arts Center welcomes back Beth Wood, a modern-day troubadour and believer in the power of song, 7 p.m. Saturday, March 31. Her exceptional musicianship, crafty songwriting and commanding stage presence have been winning over American audiences for 16 years. Wood’s music is a soulful, organic, intelligent, barefoot, high-energy communication of joy. Wood has been featured on OPB’s “Artbeat” and on “Troubadour, TX,” a nationally syndicated documentary-style singer-songwriter reality TV series airing in almost 40 million households and 140 U.S. markets. She has also been a three-time featured artist on Cayamo: A Journey Through Song, a weeklong Caribbean songwriters’ cruise, along with Lyle Lovett, Shawn Colvin, John Prine, Patty Griffin, Emmylou Harris, Richard Thompson and many more. The Peninsula Arts Center is located at 504 Pacific Ave. N., Long Beach, Washington. Tickets are $15 at the door or through Brown Paper Tickets. For reservations, call Bill Svendsen at 360-901-0962 or visit peninsulaartscenter.org/concerts. Wine, beer, and other refresh-

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ments will be available for purchase. Concerts benefit the Long Beach Peninsula Acoustic Music Foundation, a nonprofit charitable

organization.

Songwriting workshop Earlier in the day, Kathryn

Claire, no stranger to Arts Center audiences, is hosting a songwriting workshop 1 to 3 p.m. This will be a hands-on experience, with attention to telling stories and conveying emotions and feelings through lyrics, as well as presenting concepts around song structure. Claire’s workshops are always inspirational and educational. In fact, her first workshop at the Arts Center in 2013 led directly to our first songwriting contest. The cost for the workshop is $20. Reservations can be made by emailing events@peninsulaartscenter.org or calling Svendsen at 360901-0962.

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3D ‘Aircraft Carrier’ now showing at Maritime Museum

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Flying Fish Cove

ASTORIA — “Aircraft Carrier: City at Sea,” a 20-minute 3-D film, is now showing at the Columbia River Maritime Museum. The mission to protect and defend the world’s oceans has become far more complex and challenging in recent years, and naval aviation has become increasingly vital to success. One of the greatest engineering feats in history, the modern U.S. nuclear carrier, is a masterpiece of technology and the flagship of the fleet. With Rim of the Pacific Exercise, the

world’s largest and most comprehensive international maritime training exercise, find yourself aboard the carrier alongside the 5,000 highly skilled sea and air personnel conducting flight operations in the midst of the simulated war exercises taking place there. Rarely has there been a topic so visually suited and compelling for IMAX and other giant-screen theaters. “Aircraft Carrier” plays on the hour, starting at 10 a.m. The last show is at 4 p.m. 3D films are included with museum membership.

A night of pop rock at the Armory ASTORIA — The Armory Skatepark welcomes experimental pop musician Briana Marela, the textural layers of Ever Ending Kicks and indie rockers Flying Fish Cove 9 p.m. Thursday, April 5. Admission is $5 for this all-ages show. The Skatepark is located at Duane and 17th streets in Astoria. The show will be held downstairs from the roller skating rink. Marela, after recording 2015’s “All Around Us” in Reykjavík with Sigur Rós producer Alex Somers, released a new album in August 2017. “Call It Love” is punchier, pop-ier and lyrically centered around the theme of love. Ever Ending Kicks, a project sourced from the creative inklings of Paul Benson of Anacortes, Wash-

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ington, is an ear-pleasing, lyrically honest experimental pop band. The band’s recent release “Music Mu-

sic” has been described as warm, ear-candy pop with lyrics that discuss uncomfortable truths.

Flying Fish Cove is new to the Seattle scene; their debut EP was released last summer. Jangly guitars, personal lyrics and tender moments characterize their satisfying indie rock.

TILLAMOOK — The Tillamook Association for the Performing Arts will hold their annual summer theater camp for students ages 11 to 14 the week of June 18, with performances June 22 and 23. There are spots for 13 students. Registration forms are due Sunday, April 1. Forms are accepted on a first come, first served basis, and space is limited. Mail your form in soon to

secure your student’s spot. This year’s Starlite Theater Camp will be directed by Diane Cross, a TAPA board member. Students in the camp will attend a variety of theater classes and work on preparing this year’s show. The cost is $25 per student. Registration forms can be found at TAPA’s tillamooktheater.com, or by emailing info@tillamooktheater.com.

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Author Langdon Cook talks wild salmon at Seaside library SEASIDE — Join us 7 p.m. Thursday, April 5, as the Friends of the Seaside Library welcome Langdon Cook, author of “Upstream: Searching for Wild Salmon from River to Table.” The event will take place in the Seaside Public Library’s Community Room. There will be book sales and signings. Langdon Cook goes in search of the salmon in “Upstream,” an in-depth look at how these beloved fish have nourished humankind through the ages and why their destiny is so closely tied to our own. Cook journeys up and down salmon country, from the glacial rivers of Alaska to the rainforests of the Pacific Northwest to California’s Central Valley and a wealth of places in between. Reporting from remote coastlines and busy city streets, he follows today’s commercial pipeline from fisherman’s net to corporate

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seafood vendor to boutique marketplace. But salmon are more than food. They are game fish, wildlife spectacle, sacred totem and inspiration — and their fate is largely in our hands. Cook introduces us to tribal fishermen handing down an age-old tradition, sport anglers seeking adventure and a renewed connection to the

wild, and scientists working tirelessly to restore salmon runs. In sharing their stories, Cook covers all sides of the debate: the legacy of overfishing and industrial development; the conflicts between fishermen and environmentalists, and the longstanding battle lines of science versus politics, wilderness versus civilization. Cook offers an absorbing portrait of a remarkable fish and the many obstacles it faces, while taking us on a fast-paced fishing trip through salmon country. “Upstream” is an essential look at the intersection of man, food and nature. Langdon Cook was a senior book editor at Amazon.com until 2004, when he left the corporate world to live in a cabin off the grid with his wife and son. Now a freelance writer and editor, Langdon has written for the San Francisco Bay Guardian, Outside, Seattle Metropolitan and Conservation Magazine. The Seaside Public Library is located at 1131 Broadway St. For more information, call 503-7386742 or visit seasidelibrary. org.

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March 16 - April 21, 2018 Tickets $20 or $25 Shows begin at 7:30 p.m.

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

Gemstones

Gemstone healing workshop focuses on amethyst, onyx, rose quartz ASTORIA — If you would like to feel more calm, relaxed and grounded while learning something new, this workshop is for you. From 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, March 31, Ann Robben Dott will teach a gemstone healing workshop at Yoga Gypsy

Studio (399 31 St.). The focus will be on amethyst and soothing the nervous system, onyx and grounding all aspects of the self, and rose quartz for the emotions. There will be therapeutic quality examples used in this workshop.

Ann Robben Dott has had a lifelong love of gemstones and has worked with energy medicine for more than 30 years. The cost of the workshop is $40. Register by calling 503-791-3365, or email awakeningwonder@ outlook.com.

For the health of it, check out wellness seminar ASTORIA — The Lower Columbia Human Resources Management Association proudly presents Peggy Stevens, co-founder of RiversZen Fitness, Stretching, and Yoga. Stevens will present a seminar titled “Workplace Wellness: Move Well, Stay Healthy, Be Happy at Any Age,” 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 4, at Fort George Brewery (1483 Duane St.). Wellness in the workplace and self-care go hand-in-hand. Long periods of sitting, poor

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Peggy Stevens, co-founder of RiversZen Fitness, Stretching, and Yoga

body mechanics and bad

breathing techniques have a negative effect on your company’s bottom line. This session will share simple things any business can do to support the health of employees. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Register at lchrma.org. The cost, which includes lunch, is $20 for association members, $25 for nonmembers, $15 for students. Cancellations must be made no later than 5 p.m. Monday, April 2, for a full refund.

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You need not be Irish to love Pouring at the Coast Dark-hearted blonde, candy cap stout are local standouts By R.J. MARX

FOR COAST WEEKEND

Who’s Who of coastal brews came to Seaside Saturday for the ninth annual Pouring at the Coast craft beer festival. Beermakers from Cannon Beach, Seaside, Astoria and beyond shared their magic as the event coincided with St. Patrick’s Day festivities, a wall of green everywhere. “This has been a fantastic day,” Brian Owen, executive director of the Seaside Chamber of Commerce said. “The weather broke — the sun came out — it’s called Oregon.” Owen proclaimed Saturday’s event one of the best-attended days in the event’s history. Guests mingled from display to display, with occasional breaks for snacks and catching up with old friends. “People are running around, happy and drinking beer,” Brandy Stewart, of the Seaside Chamber of Commerce, said. “Smooth as can be.” Stewart said 25 volunteers in two shifts helped with pouring, ticket sales, security — “You name it.” An hour into the event she said she anticipated about 1,200 guests. Local breweries, including co-sponsor Seaside Brewing Co., along with Seaside’s Buoy and Cannon Beach’s Public Coast and Pelican brewers, stood out among the more than 30 brewers from around the Pacific Northwest. Pelican Brewing Co.’s head brewer Bryce Snyder came up from Pacific City, where he joined Trevor McLean, assistant general manager of Pelican’s Cannon Beach location. “We’re getting a ton of visitors,” McLean said. “They’re coming back for the dark-hearted blonde,” he said, referring to the Sleepy Monk-inspired stout with a coffee infusion. Seaside’s Stephanie Stevenson of Rascals volunteered with Ecliptic Brewing of Northeast Portland, Daria Stein, who, though posted next to Gearhart chamber volunteer Andrew Stein, is no relation. Buoy Beer’s founding brewer Dan Hamilton and his daughter Jessyka Dart-McLean, events and marketing manager of Buoy, poured a European lager and a Czech pils. Public Coast’s master brewer Will Leroux, attending his second Pouring at the

Stephanie Stevenson of Rascals and Daria Stein of Ecliptic Brewing, based in Northeast Portland.

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Jessyka Dart-McLean and Buoy Beer CO. founding brewer Dan Hamilton at Pouring at the Coast

Pouring at the Coast in Seaside

Pouring at the Coast founder Jimmy Griffin of Seaside Brewing Co. and Ken Heman of the Seaside Visitor Bureau.

Coast event, presented his award-winning ’67 Blonde Ale and Candy Cap Russian Imperial Stout, a maple-, caramel- and

pecan-flavored beer from a local mushroom, the candy cap. The concoction proved a favorite with Jim Paino, newly

appointed director of the Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce and Cannon Beach Police Chief Jason Schermerhorn as they showed support for the local craft brew scene. Seaside Brewing Co.’s Jimmy Griffin described the event’s “exciting vibe.” “We’ve got some breweries you don’t see a whole lot out this way,” he said. “People are breaking out the seasonals. A lot of breweries send things out here as a ‘live lab,’ to see how it’s going to fly for the rest of the festival season.” Griffin said there are more brewers than ever. “Some of them are into their business more than the brotherhood. But out on the coast, specifically, everybody’s really tight and everybody helps each other out. The North Coast is going to become its own beer destination in and of itself. We think it’s unique and we’re glad to be part of it.” CW

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The cast of ‘See How They Run’ rehearse.

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Astor Street Opry Company stages British comedy ‘See How They Run’ March 30 through April 28 By KATHERINE LACAZE FOR COAST WEEKEND

Doors slamming open and shut to make way for rapid-fire entrances and exits, characters hiding in closets and leaping over bodies, and people getting knocked down — these are only a few of the outlandish shticks awaiting audiences during

the Astor Street Opry Company’s production of “See How They Run.” The show, written by Philip King and directed by Edward James, is a fast-paced British farce set in postWorld War II England that plays with the theme of mistaken identities. It opens Friday, March 30, at the company’s playhouse (128 W. Bond St.) in Astoria and runs through Saturday,

April 28. James, who previously directed “See How They Run” at Sylvia’s Class Act Dinner Theater in Portland where he served as artistic director for many years, chose to direct it again for Astor Street, whose leadership was seeking to change its repertoire and feature more shows that appeal to a wider audience.

IF YOU GO What: “See How They Run” When: 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, March 30-31, April 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28, with two Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. April 8 and 22 Where: Astor Street Opry Company Playhouse, 128 W. Bond St., Astoria Tickets: $15 to $20; $10 for children 12 and younger. For more information or to reserve tickets, call 503-325-6104

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“This is the most sure-fire show I could think of,” James said, adding it was at one time considered the funniest play in English. “It has no message. It’s pure frivolity.” The show — originally written in 1941 by an English corporal and revised a couple of years later — features a diverse cast of characters led by American former actress Penelope Toop. She is married to Rev. Lionel Toop, the vicar of a local parish in the fictitious village of Merton-cum-Middlewick. A Russian spy, gossiping churchgoer, cockney maid, incompetent police sergeant and shocked bishop join in the mix, and chaos and confusion ensue. At one point, according to James, “there are four people onstage dressed as clergyman, and one of them is the Russian spy, and they have to figure out which one he is” — though it’s glaringly obvious to the audience, as the spy doesn’t try to conceal his accent.

A true British comedy

True to British tastes of the 1940s, James said, the play is “really a ticklish little comedy” full of muted innuendo rather than blunt sensual references or situations. “It’s not sexy, it’s titillating,” he explained. “Anytime something is about to get out of bounds, someone stops it.” With two American characters, it also utilizes the “yanks in Britain” gag, which contrasted loud wise-cracking Americans with the subdued citizens and settings of mid-century England. “It was its own genre after the war,” James said. “The yanks were so different than the repressed British. They were brash and had a different sense of humor.” For instance, the nosy parishioner, and show’s antagonist, is shocked and appalled by the supposed scandal of Penelope wearing trousers in public. However, Penelope is not portrayed in a negative or demeaning light, but rather as misunderstood. “She’s an actress who married a vicar,” James said. “The vicar is mild-mannered and proprietous; that’s the conflict in the household. That conflict is inflamed by a spinster parishioner who thought she should have married the vicar.” Justin Germond, of Hammond, who plays Sgt. Towers — the law-enforcing character who enters the plot near the

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ABOVE: From left: Bob Goldberg, Patricia VonVintage and Barry Sears run through a scene from ‘See How They Run.’ BELOW: From left: Patricia VonVintage, Barry Sears and Justin Germond work on the play ‘See How They Run’ at the Astor Street Opry Company.

that may not resonate broadly with people today. The cast had to become wellversed in how to deliver the lines to make the humor easily understood and enjoyed by contemporary audiences. “I think of comedy as music,” James said. “You sell a joke with tempo and tone. Inflection is what makes us understand things. It’s not a concept everyone grasps immediately, deciphering what word is important.” Patricia VonVintage, who recently assumed the role of executive director at the opry company, plays the role of Penelope, and she described the show as “very different than any play I’ve ever done.” Because of James’ educational approach to directing, she feels she is being taught the reasoning behind various theater techniques for the first time. Additionally, she said, “doing a British comedy as opposed to an American comedy is the most drastic difference to me, because in the past I’ve been a primarily physical actress. Now I’m learning an entirely different way.”

A roller coaster

end and resolves the situation — said the play has a “healthy mix of it all” in terms of comedy. “The movement is heavy, but that is not the sole comedy,” he said. “A lot of the physical comedy is more of an embellishment. The dialogue alone is already funny by itself. And the movements and the actions taken enhance it.” Barry Sears, an Astoria-based chiropractor who plays the Russian spy, added, “You want to act like this is all normal. You want to try to sell it like this is real, but what the hell, the world’s gone mad.”

Comedy as music

Because of the outlandish humor woven into the show, part of James’ directing process was educating the cast on the right tone, tempo and inflection to deliver a joke in the appropriate style. “You have to teach people how to be funny,” he said. “Not everyone knows how to be funny. Not everyone has good timing. During the course of doing a play, everyone has to come around to it.” “See How They Run” comes from a difficult genre, one that is unfamiliar to modern casts. The show also contains numerous period-specific references

She is not the only cast member whose understanding of the play, and theater in general, has developed through James’ educator-approach to the rehearsal process. “He walks us through it a lot of the time, so we make sure we all sound like we’re from the same play,” said Jaysea Williams, who is playing the bold, brassy cockney maid, Ida. “It would be easy for us to all sound like we’re from different plays, but it’s part of making it cohesive.” Germond, who has worked with James twice before, said he enjoys the process since the director has “a mind and ear and eye for the script and how he deciphers it.” While audiences may be in for a bit of a history lesson when attending “See How They Run,” the show is brimming with enough slapstick and hilarious characters to keep them enthralled. “It starts out a nice pace and then, you kind of go on a ride,” VonVintage said. “You are definitely on the roller coaster, and the roller coaster gets faster and faster. By the end of it, I feel like I’d be sitting on the edge of my seat, wondering what is going to happen next.” CW

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COA S T W E E K E N D C A L E N DA R Friday, March 30 Whale Watch 10 a.m., along the Oregon coast, 541765-3304. Spot gray whales on their spring migration during the Spring Whale Watching Week; interpreters stationed along the Oregon coast to help spot the whales.

Thursday, March 29 Whale Watch 10 a.m., along the Oregon coast, 541-765-3304. Spot gray whales on their spring migration during the Spring Whale Watching Week; interpreters stationed along the Oregon coast to help spot the whales. Coastal Ecology 7 p.m., Fort George Brewery, 1483 Duane St., Astoria, 503-325-7468. Chris Breitmeyer, Jason Gonzalez and Stephanie Tayler present a question and answer panel.

“See How They Run” 7 p.m., ASOC Playhouse, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-325-6104, $15 to $20. “See How They Run” is an English comedy that leaves audiences exhausted from laughter as though they had run a marathon; mild adult themes.

Seaside City Councilor Tom Horning, a natural hazards and geotechnical consultant History & Hops 6 p.m., Seaside Brewing Co., 851 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-7065. Tom Horning will give a talk about the geology of the Clatsop Plains at the next History & Hops series.

Saturday, March 31

Tuesday, April 3

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VA Listening Series Noon, American Legion, 1132 Exchange St., Astoria. VA Portland Health Care System and Portland Regional Benefits will host a free veteran listening session with veterans speaking on issues, concerns and ideas about care

9 a.m., Fort Clatsop Visitor Center, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, 503-861-2471, $20. Bid winter adieu and welcome spring at the first of a 5k and 10k Lewis & Clark Trail Run series, course features Kwis Kwis Trail; race starts at 10 a.m. Whale Watch 10 a.m., along the Oregon coast, 541765-3304. Spot gray whales on their spring migration during the Spring Whale Watching Week; interpreters stationed along the Oregon coast to help spot the whales.

and services in the community. 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.

Wednesday, April 4

Astoria Egg Hunt 11 a.m., Tapiola Park, 900 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-325-7275. Festivities include balloon animals, face painting, games and special prizes; egg hunt begins at noon with 3,000 dyed eggs ready to be found.

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A plate of sardines plays a key recurring part of the plot of the comedy “Noises Off.” Here, Ann Bronson’s character tries to quickly remove the sardines when Daric Moore’s back is turned.

Easter Egg Hunt 11 a.m., Sea Ranch Resort, 415 Fir St., Cannon Beach, 503-4362815. Bring the kids and baskets to the Sea Ranch’s annual Easter Egg Hunt for ages 1 to 4, 5 to 7 and 8 to 10, no pets.

“Noises Off”

Veterans Honored 11 a.m., Lum’s Auto Center, 1605 Ensign Lane, Warrenton, 503717-2265. Welcome Home Veterans Military Appreciation Day is an event honoring local veterans for their military service; includes barbeque, raffle prizes, live music and awards.

7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1242, $20 to $25, PG-13. “Noises Off” is Michael Frayn’s manic menagerie of backstage madness and bitter rivalries; mild adult themes.

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A copy of an ink and coffee portrait of Martin Luther King Jr. by Pendleton artist Sofi Smith Honoring MLK 7 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin St., Astoria. In observance of the 50th anniversary of the martyrdom of Martin Luther King, Jr., Grace Episcopal offers a ecumenical prayer service with music.

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In 2014, Charlotte Harkin, stoops down to pick up a pair of eggs to add to her basket during the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Broadway Park in Seaside. Seaside Egg Hunt 10 a.m., Broadway Field, 1140 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3313. Gather the kids, ages 0-10, for a visit with the Easter Bunny followed by an Easter Egg Hunt at 10:30 a.m. with thousands of brightly colored, candy-filled eggs to find. Artist Reception Noon, Ilwaco Library, 158 First Ave., Ilwaco, Wash., 360-642-3908. A new art display featuring artists work in knit, crochet and macrame will be shown in the Knitfiti Gallery.

Aquatic Dive 1 p.m., Sunset Pool, 1300 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3311. Ages 7 to 9 will start the fun for the Aquatic Treasure Dive, an annual family friendly event following the

Easter Egg Hunt; ages 10 to 17 begins at 1:45 p.m. Little Libraries 5 p.m., Seaside Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside,

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503-738-6742, $10. Write On Seaside and Free Little Libraries auction is an annual fundraiser supporting library outreach and providing county children access to

library services. Artist Reception 6 p.m., Cannon Beach Gallery, 1064 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4360744. Gary Wahlbeck, Scott Johnson

and Beth Robinson will be featured at a reception exhibiting their work in “In the Details.” NCS Release Party 7 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave.,

Manzanita, 503-3683846. Manzanita Writers Series celebrates the release of the sixth edition of the North Coast Squid literary magazine featuring writers and artists.

“See How They Run” 7 p.m., ASOC Playhouse, 129 Bond St., Astoria, 503-3256104, $15 to $20. “See How They Run” is an English comedy that leaves audiences exhausted from laugh-

ter as though they had run a marathon; mild adult themes. “Noises Off” 7:30 p.m., Coaster Theatre, 108 Hemlock St., Cannon

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Beach, 503-4361242, $20 to $25, PG-13. “Noises Off” is Michael Frayn’s manic menagerie of backstage madness and bitter rivalries; mild adult themes.

Artist Reception 6 p.m., Royal Nebeker Gallery, 1799 Lexington Ave., Astoria, 503338-2421. Frank Boyden, Rich Bergeman and Renee McKitterick will be featured at a reception exhibiting their work in “Empathies & Energies.”

Author Reading 7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-7386742. Langdon Cook, author of “Upstream: Searching for Wild Salmon from River to Table” will be featured, followed by book sales and signings.

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THE FISHERMEN

The Fishermen meets the touristpleasing bar — and sometimes clears it

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or a time The Fishermen, one of four stalls in Seaside’s mini food court on Broadway, served only chowder and fish and chips. That changed with “Fisherman” or “Fishermen”? ownership early this year. After years of working in area restaurants, including the Pig ’N a steady stream of hungry visitors Pancake, new owner-operator to which he can deliver “beach-y” Luis filled out the Fishermen’s standbys like fish and chips, menu, adding burgers, sandwichchowder and burgers at reasonable es, breakfast and more. prices with easy counter service. Because his experience is From what I sampled over a few in the back-of-the-house, that trips, The Fishermen meets those Luis has yet to dial in things like bars and occasionally clears them. branding is perhaps no surprise. Indeed, a traveler in search of The Fishermen has no online fish and chips could do far worse. presence to speak of. Google finds In the midst of tourist traps like … everything but. And until the Broadway, you can certainly pay name gets nailed down — it’s more for inferior products like spelled “Fishermen” and “Fisherpre-packaged burger patties and man” in different places — perfish that was caught and breaded haps that’s for halfway across the best. (As it’s the globe. a one-man operaTo be sure, ‘I WAS BUOYED tion, might I vote the seafood at for the singular the Fishermen BY THE “Fisherman”?) doesn’t come FISHERMEN’S Such lack of off local boats, PORTION AND clarity — includbut it is properly VALUE. THEIR ing an absence prepared. Luis CUP WAS NEAR of posted hours, says he cuts THE SIZE OF THE the fish himself contact information and so on — AVERAGE BOWL.’ and breads it to may not end up order. As such as deal-breakers. it can take a bit (Accepting only longer, but it’s cash, however, might.) Luis seems worth the wait. The four tennis to be betting that his location, ball-sized chunks of cod ($9.95) smack dab in the middle of Broad- came out scalding hot and were a way’s tourist vortex, will produce joy on a frigid day. (Even when

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the weather’s warm, fried fish should be blazing hot.) Inside Panko’d crust, the cod was flaky and tender, if unremarkable. Nonetheless, I was plenty satisfied by the temperature and crunch. As it happens, last week a group of landlocked friends visited for the weekend, and they wanted fish and chips. Recalling so many slap-dash fish and chips I’ve munched as the Mouth, I thought for a moment about trying to change their minds. Then I remembered I was once like them, and that associations with place

and food are deeply ingrained; they punctuate seaside visits. The same goes for chowder, which so many coastal restaurants include out of obligation rather than inspiration. The Fishermen’s clam chowder ($4.50 cup, $5.50 bowl) is of this ilk: thick, buttery, salty, uniformly standard. But like the fish and chips, I was buoyed by the Fishermen’s portion and value. Their cup was near the size of the average bowl. In my trips to the Fishermen, though, I ended up enjoying the turf more than the surf.

On toasted marble rye, the Reuben ($9) was just about everything it should be: slurpy, briny, sweet, salty and bulging with thick-sliced pastrami. And the burgers (starting at $7 with fries … or is it $8? The menu has them both ways), are chubby, juicy and hand-pressed. They’re lightly seasoned, but the beef was of a reasonable quality. I had the Bacon & Blue Burger ($10 with fries). The blue cheese was a tad mild, but the bacon was supple, cooked just right. The burger, like the Reuben, was prepared and assembled with care. But I couldn’t help but wonder what Luis might do with a menu that incorporated more of himself — a menu that traded, say, the club sandwich for something distinct or creative. But in the thick of Broadway St., pleasing tourists is job No. 1. The Fishermen’s scratch processes, attentive construction and value ought to do just that. In such a setting, exciting the Mouth — and, by extension, I hope, locals — is a distant second. Yet Luis manages to make me smile in a different light. I’m pleased to see anyone take a chance and step out from the kitchen of regional chains to be their own boss. CW

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The gallery serves as both McVarish’s studio and an exhibition space, where one wall is devoted to a rotating exhibit of her own work and the remainder given over to the art of some of her favorite fellow artists. “It’s really cool to finally have a gallery and show the kind of work I like,” she said.

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A painting by artist Jill McVarish

A Jill McVarish painting hangs in her Astoria gallery.

Day of the Dead. The results are both hilarious and gorgeous, which should give art lovers ample reason to visit the gallery — not to mention the means to subsidize it. McVarish’s work has been commissioned by a number of high profile patrons (such as TV host and podcaster Chris Hardwick, who purchased seven of her Muppet paintings and promoted her work to his fanbase), and the high demand

for her unique approach to art should help sustain this new endeavor. To that end, McVarish has artists booked into the space for the rest of the year, and is considering using the gallery as an occasional performance space. But first comes branding. “We’re in the middle of getting a new sign painted for above the door,” McVarish said. “I intend to stay for a while.” CW

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DOWN 1 E.M.T.’s training 2 Speed along

Continued from Page 5 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. Skadi Freyer 6 p.m., Bridgewater Bistro, 20 Basin St., Astoria, 503-325-6777, no cover. Skadi Freyer plays jazz compositions on piano. Wanderlodge 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Wanderlodge plays rock, rock-n-roll and country music.

Monday, April 2 Burgers & Jam 6:30 p.m., American Legion, 1216 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-4362973. The legion offers good burgers and good music. Wanderlodge 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-6422311, no cover. Wanderlodge plays rock, rock-n-roll and country music.

Tuesday, April 3 Wanderlodge 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Wanderlodge plays rock, rock-n-roll and country music.

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Thistle & Rose 5 p.m., The Bistro, 263 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2661. Thistle and Rose play folk, Americana and bluegrass music from the 70s and 80s, and original tunes.

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Floating Glass Balls 7 p.m., Bill’s Tavern, 188 Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-2202, no cover. Floating Glass Balls plays bluegrass, Caribbean, folk, swing and country.

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.

Jeremy Wilson 7 p.m., Adrift Hotel, 409 Sid Snyder Drive, Long Beach, Wash., 360-642-2311, no cover. Pedal steel guitar player Paul Brainard will join Jeremy Wilson, who plays Americana, soul, folk, nirvana and rock music.

Senior Center Jam 6:30 p.m., Astoria Senior Center, 1111 Exchange St., Astoria, 503-4680390, no cover. The Astoria Senior Center offers string band, bluegrass and country.

Music at the Armory 9 p.m., Armory, 1636 Exchange St., Astoria, $5. The Armory features pop musician Briana Marela, conceptual pop band Ever Ending Kicks and indie rockers Flying Fish Cove.

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coa st w eeken d M ARK ETPLACE 104 Special Notices Knappa SD Accepting Bids Knappa School District is accepting bids and or proposals starting 3/26/2018 and ending 4/11/18 at 4:00 pm to provide logging services to furnish all equipment and labor to perform harvest operations (logging, hauling, road maintenance, project work, etc.) The geographic scope of the SA is the land owned and managed by Knappa School District. Bids must be submitted by mail, in person or by fax to: Knappa School District Paulette Johnson, Superintendent 41535 Old Highway 30, Astoria, Oregon 97103. FAX proposals may be sent to: 503458- 6979. Late Proposals shall not be accepted. All bidders must be a member of an accredited professional organization that requires annual training (i.e. Proof of Oregon Professional Logger status (or other American Forest and Paper Association (AFP & PA) Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) approved certified logger program, etc.) Knappa School District reserves the right to cancel and or reject any or all of the bids in accordance with ORS 279B.100. A copy of the complete RFP can be obtained by contacting Knappa School District at 503-4585993 or on our website, www. knappak.12.or.us under Business Office. WHY store items you’ll never use again? Exchange them for cash with a low-cost ad in the classifieds. ERROR AND CANCELLATIONS Please read your ad on the first day. If you see an error, The Daily Astorian will gladly re-run your ad correctly. We accept responsibility for the first incorrect insertion, and then only to the extent of a corrected insertion or refund of the price paid. To cancel or correct an ad, call 503-325-3211 or 1-800-781-3211

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110 Announcements Subcontractor Bids Seaside Convention Center Projects: Seaside Convention & Civic Center (SCCC) 415 First Street Seaside, Or. 97138 Proposals can be sent via Certified US Mail to O’Brien & Company or emailed to jason@obrien-co.com. There is an optional walk-through of the job at the job-site on March 21 st from 10:00 am to 12:00. Subcontractor Bids are due on April 6th at 4:00 P.M. CM/GC: O’Brien & Company LLC PO Box 948 148 West 2nd St., Suite #6 Cannon Beach, Or. 97110 (971) 219-5422 Subcontractor Bids accepted from: Bids will be accepted from all trades OTHER than Fire Sprinkler, Soil Amendments, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical. This is a prevailing wage project based on the BOLI July 1 st 2017 Wagebook. Brief Description of Project and Requirements: O’Brien & Company has been selected as the General Contractor for the Seaside Convention & Civic Center Project in Seaside, Oregon. This is a renovation of the existing Convention Center and is scheduled from May 2018 – July 2019. Bidding documents may be examined at the GC’s Cannon Beach office and at the following Plan Centers by March 12 th , 2017: www.contractorplancenter. com O’Brien & Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer. O’Brien & Company LLC is actively seeking bids from, Minority, Women, Emerging Small Businesses (M/W/ ESB), local businesses, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, and Qualified Rehabilitation Facilities to perform work and supply materials for this project. GARAGE SALES are a big success when advertised in the classified ads! DUST off the old pool table and sell it with a classified ad.

110 Announcements Fantastic clearance sale-Booth#97+2 kitchen cabinets and 2-custom fabric bolt cabinets in booth#84 $45/each+Men’s Black Winter Carhartt Jacket 3x $60-at Seaside Antique Mall-726 Broadway (925)960-5835

184 Personals Housework for room and board Astoria only. Male 44. 360-942-4707

301 RVs & Travel Trailers 34ft 2001 Wildwood travel trailer, has tip out, clean, fully equipped. $3,500 503-440-3409

613 Houses for Rent Alderbrook: 1920 Craftsman 2 bedroom/3 bathroom $1400/month OR Basement Apartment $350/month (503)739-0526 beesalexander@gmail.com Fully restored historical home in Excellent Condition for rent. Pet friendly. All new appliances. 3+ bedrooms with 2 full bathrooms. Large covered deck. This is a very nice home in Old Town Ilwaco off the main drag. $1,400/mo., Ilwaco, WA. 503-819-6889 Looking for a new place to live? The classified ads offer a complete section of homes, apartments, and mobile homes to fit your needs. Check daily for new listings!

651 Help Wanted Full-Time Employment Chief Operations Officer. Nat’l non-profit, 12 FT staff, 4 program areas. Seeking seasoned executive to manage internal functions. Details www.fosterclub.com/employment. Seaside Emerald Heights Fully remodeled large duplex. 2 bedroom/1 bathroom. All new appliances, hardwood floors, fireplace, w/d hookups. $1050/month 2&3/bedrooms also available (503)325-8221

651 Help Wanted Landscape Person needed to do maintenance weeding and mowing Valid Driver’s License Full-time call 503-738-2936 (days) Housekeeping positions available immediately. Previous experience preferred. Pick up application at The Tides on the corner of Avenue U and Beach Drive. 2316 Beach Drive Seaside, OR The Good Life Shop Looking for a positive/friendly sales associate. Seasonal-part-time. Must be available on weekends. Apply at 123 S Hemlock Cannon Beach Or Email bern@thegoodlifeshop.com The Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce has an open position immediately for Executive Assistant. For Details visit: http://www.cannonbeach.org/ about-the-chamber To apply e-mail Resume, cover letter, and application to jim@cannonbeach.org

651 Help Wanted

Sea Ranch Resort has honest jobs for honest workers. *Front Desk/Computer Skills *Retail/Barista *Massage Therapist *Maintenance *Stable Hand/ Experienced Riders

Part-time position available!

Positive, out-going personality with customer service a must. Drug-Free (503)436-2815

BUSY ASTORIA HOTEL NOW HIRING FOR FRONT DESK HOUSEKEEPING BREAKFAST BAR

Full Time Medical Receptionist 8am-5pm M-F and Part-time Commercial Building Housekeeper, evening hrs. Send resume to: Attn Jeanne 2120 Exchange St Suite 200 Astoria, OR 97103. 503-325-5360

YEAR-ROUND POSITIONS

FOR QUICK CASH Use a classified ad to sell items around your home you can no longer use.

Apply in Person 204 West Marine Drive Astoria or email to sales@astoriahie.com

Competitive Wage Bonus Program No Phone Calls Please

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GLOBAL OUTLOOK

The Columbia River Estuary Study Taskforce is looking for a part time Financial and Administrative Assistant to work in our Astoria office. For job announcement please visit www.columbiaestuary. org Position open until filled.

WE’RE HIRING! Here’s to you, our coastal friends. We’re happy to wake up each day knowing we’re a part of this amazing community. Want to be a part of our team? We are hiring for a number of positions. If you think you’d be a good addition to the Pelican family, apply online or in person. We look forward to meeting you. www.pelicanbrewing.com

CLASSIFIED ADS work hard for you. Try one today! Full-Time Employment Pest Control Technician Seeking to add a new member to our family owned business. Valid Drivers License/Good driving record required. Willing to Train, must be able to lift 50lbs, crawl in crawl spaces and climb ladders. Astoria, OR. 503-325-1165 dannielle_reed@ aapestcontrol.com

Join our team as a gift shop clerk. Looking for a friendly face with customer service skills and the ability to multitask. Summer’s fast approaching, we need another member to join our team in the fast-paced retail environment. Drop by the Carriage house at 714 Exchange St in Astoria with your resume or for an application.

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The Warrenton Les Schwab Tire Center has immediate full-time positions available for Sales & Service. Experience preferred but not required. We provide a drug free work environment and a generous benefits package. Apply in person: 1167 SE Marlin Ave EOE

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coa st w eeken d M ARK ETPLACE 651 Help Wanted 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.

Hiring Film Crew in Astoria Area

Fully funded feature film seeking film crew in Astoria area. Filling positions in ALL departments for shoot scheduled mid-April through early May, 2018. Interested candidates, please submit email inquiry AND resume/work experience to: crew.themortuary collection@gmail.com Visit https://www.imdb.com/ title/tt7781432 to learn more about the project.

651 Help Wanted

Northwest Wild Products (Astoria) Busy seafood market looking for people to help up grow. Competitive pay, with ample opportunities for advancement. Job duties include customer service, shipping, cleaning, light cooking and seafood processing. Fun, diversified work environment. Filleting skills a plus, but organizational skills even more desired. Bring in a simple resume any day between 9am-6pm.

Service Manager Full-Time Position

Royal Cab is looking for drivers. 1 Washington driver and a couple Astoria drivers Days/Nights 3/year clean record, no felonies. Call 503-440-5590

Transcriber/Typist needed. Temporary part-time position. Call 503-325-5731

Current opening for an experienced *Small Truck mechanic *Log Truck Drivers and Dump Truck Drivers Valid CDL, Medical Card and experience in the logging industry required. Benefits-medical/dental, 401k. Benefits after probationary period.

Contract Employment Request for Qualifications - Town Attorney, part-time, contracted position, reporting to the Mayor, provides legal advice and represents the Town in legal proceedings, may attend one Council Meeting per month. Prepares and reviews ordinances and resolutions, and other legal work. Current Members of WA State Bar in good standing are invited to submit summaries of their professional and personal qualifications. Deadline March 30th, 2018. Cathlamet, WA. 360-795-3203 kerrie@townofcathlamet.com

Please apply Monday-Friday 8am-4pm at 45 Elochoman Valley Road, Cathlamet, WA Mail resume to Jerry Debriae Logging Inc PO Box 182 Cathlamet, Wa 98612 Fax resume to 360-795-3847

Tyack Dental Group seeks full time business office assistant/data entry.

Come work for Oregon’s finest family-owned coastal hospitality company.

Required skills include excellent multi-tasking, basic secretarial skills, familiarity with computer and multi-line phone, professional demeanor and great people skills. Starting pay $15/hour with merit raises thereafter.

*Cabana *Cook *Maintenance *Server *Desk *Management

We offer Medical, HSA, dental, vacation, holiday, and retirement plan. Tyack Dental Group 433 30th St. Astoria, Or 97103 (503)338-6000 tyackdental1@gmail.com

Spend Your Summer Beachside!

We’ve got a great role for you.

IF YOU’RE SHARP, MOTIVATED, HAVE GOOD PEOPLE SKILLS & SALES EXPERIENCE WE WANT TO SEE YOU!! Busy Auto Repair Shop looking for the right person for Service Sales/ Service Manager. Must be self motivated and multi-task oriented. Top pay/bonuses based on experience & production. Apply at 1085 Alternate Highway 101 Warrenton OR Call TJ’s Auto 503-861-2886

MCMENAMINS Sand Trap Pub is Now Hiring: Servers and Bartenders! Assistant Managers, both Kitchen and Floor! Also Hiring Line Cooks **300.00 Hiring Bonus! What we need from you: An open and flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays; Previous experience is preferred! A love of working in a busy, customer service-oriented environment; Seasonal and Long term positions are available. Interested in a career in the hospitality industry? We offer opportunities for advancement as well as an excellent benefit package to eligible employees, including vision, medical, chiropractic, dental and so much more!

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or in person at 148 E Gower Cannon Beach.

Apply online 24/7 at mcmenamins.com OR stop by the Sand Trap and fill out an application. 1157 N. Marion Ave. Gearhart, OR 97138 EOE.

Please call Tamara at 503-436-1197 if you have questions.

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

Applications: online at

Full-time physical therapist/physical therapist assistant 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

651 Help Wanted T.Paul’s Supper Club and T.Pauls Urban Cafe Now Hiring Apply within Astoria

813 Antiques & Collectibles Antique Bottles Property Management Company Eco-friendly/sustainable 120+ homes Arch Cape to Gearhart ONLY 1 POSITION AVAILABLE House Cleaning Expert Bonuses, Health, Vacation, Sick Leave, Mileage, Cell Pay, Quality Equipment, Routine Schedule Smart phone, Reliable, Background/References www.KukuiHouse.com

503.828.9889

Collector paying serious cash for antique bottle collections. (253)219-4394

814 Jewelry Buying Gold, Silver, Estate Jewelry, Coins, Diamonds, Old-Watches. Downtown Astoria332 12th St Jonathon’s, LTD. (503)325-7600

828 Misc for Sale Custom oak pool table $735 Bar, pub table with chairs, neon lights and Nascar memorabilia, price negotiable (503)861-1158

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BOOKMONGER

Surviving danger — on the frontier and in the mind Spring break-up probably has yet to begin in Alaska, but in the Lower 48, the change in seasons is already drawing us outside. Even so, I hope you’ll consider picking up Bainbridge Island author Kristin Hannah’s latest book, which is largely set in the Last Frontier state. “The Great Alone” is about homesteading in Alaska in the 1970s, as seen through the eyes of 13-year-old Leni Allbright, who grows up in a beautiful but harsh place that can make or break people. Leni has come to Kenai Peninsula with her parents. Cora and Ernt Allbright are trying to find a place where Ernt, a Vietnam vet who suffers from PTSD, can find some peace. They are utterly unprepared for homesteading life, but the locals quickly chip in to help them set up their place and

teach them how to grow a garden, milk goats, tend chickens, fish and hunt. Ernt had been prone to bouts of despair and agitation, even violence. But during that first summer, the welcoming neigh-

move carefully around Ernt, who has reverted to his dark moods and unpredictable outbursts. Cora bears the brunt of his physical violence, but it takes a heavy emotional toll on Leni, too. Ernt’s paranoia escalates, and

loves the man she married and remains loyal to him. This story is told over a span of a little more than a decade, and as Leni comes of age, she yearns to break free of her father’s violence and domination.

“KRISTIN HANNAH UNERRINGLY CAPTURES AN ERA AND A PLACE IN THIS POWDER KEG OF A BOOK. ‘THE GREAT ALONE’ IS A HEARTBREAKING, FIERCE AND UTTERLY CONSUMING READ.” bors, 18-hour days, and hard work seem to do him a world of good. But winter encroaches all too soon, and when the cold and monotony of that long season set in, it becomes all too apparent that, despite their efforts, the Allbrights are ill-prepared. Cooped up in their cabin, Cora and Leni

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See How THey Run

as his behavior becomes increasingly erratic in town as well as at home, the other homesteaders become aware of the peril that Cora and Leni face. They try to offer support, but the legal system in the 1970s doesn’t recognize domestic violence as a crime, and Cora has recourse to little protection. Besides, she still

But she, also, feels bound by loyalty to her mother, who has endured years of abuse, and who would have no one to look out for her if Leni were to leave. Fans of the Far North poet Robert Service may recognize that this book’s title borrows from Service’s famous poem called “The Shooting of Dan

Spring Break

Family Kite Fun March 18 – April 15

by Philip King

A Hilarious Farce Directed By Edward James 7pm Fri & Sat March 30th - April 28th Sunday Matinees • April 8th & 22nd at 2pm •

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Tickets: $20/Front Row • $15/General Call the ASOC Box Office at 503-325-6104

Astor Street Opry Company 129 W. Bond Street www.astorstreetoprycompany.com “See How They Run” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

Admission includes Family Trivia Game for Long Beach Business Coupons

and MAKE A KITE Come see the Kite Poster Gallery and the Museum Theater! World Kite Museum 303 Sid Snyder Drive 360-642-4020 • worldkitemuseum.com

“The Great Alone” By Kristin Hannah St. Martin’s Press 448 pp $28.99

McGrew” (“Were you ever out in the Great Alone, when the moon was awful clear”). Later in that poem, there’s a line that talks about “the gnawing hunger of lonely men,” and Kristin Hannah captures not only that desperation in her book, but also the strength of the women who navigate through the slush of a male-dominated world to redefine loyalty and love. Kristin Hannah unerringly captures an era and a place in this powder keg of a book. “The Great Alone” is a heartbreaking, fierce and utterly consuming read. 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

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COURTESY KATHLEEN HUDSON

An aquanastics class

Aquanastics classes offered this spring ASTORIA — Clatsop Community College offers aquanastics classes at KOA’s indoor pool for men and women. This water fitness class is energizing and strengthening yet gentle on the joints. The exercises are designed to increase range of motion, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Swimming ability is not required. Class is conducted in a heated pool 3 to 5 feet deep. It is the only pool in Clatsop County with salt water. Classes are offered 8:10 to 9 a.m. and 9:10 to 10 a.m. Monday and Wednesday from Monday, April 9, to Wednesday, May 9. (Please note the new times and change of days.) Kathleen Hudson, a

COURTESY HAYSTACK ROCK AWARENESS PROGRAM

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

Become an HRAP volunteer this upcoming beach season! CANNON BEACH — Join an upcoming Haystack Rock Awareness Program training session — held 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 7, at the City of Cannon Beach (163 E. Gower St.) — to become a volunteer environmental interpreter for our beach programs. This event is free and open to interested parties wanting to actively participate with our program. Pastries, refreshments and light lunch will be provided. This will be the first training event this year. If you are unable to attend, you can still sign up as a volunteer at any time; individualized training is available throughout the beach season. Our program is not limited to area residents, nor do we have a monthly time commitment.

This year, participants qualify for continuing education credits that can be done directly through Clatsop Community College for a small fee. HRAP is entering its 33rd season on the beach and has educated more than one million visitors and thousands of students over the years. The program’s mission is to protect, through education, the intertidal and bird ecology of the Marine Garden and National Wildlife Refuge at Haystack Rock. We have a diverse and unique mix of volunteers whose backgrounds vary widely. We aim to promote positivity in our educational and citizen science programs, as well as a keen sense of stewardship. Anyone, of any age,

with a love of nature and an interest in the coastal environment is encouraged to participate. Be part of this wonderful institution! If you have questions or comments, or would like to RSVP, contact Lisa Habecker, HRAP education and volunteer coordinator, at 503-436-8064 or email habecker@ci.cannon-beach. or.us.

water exercise professional, will lead the class. The KOA Campground (1100 Ridge Road) in Hammond provides hot showers, restrooms and a hot tub to relax the muscles after class. There is no additional fee to use the

pool. Parking tags need to be picked up at the KOA office for your vehicle. There is no charge. Only 12 students can attend these classes. The cost is $25 for the 10 classes. Call the college at 503 3382402 to register.

SINGLE MALT Q-TET LIVE AT THE OREGON COAST

BRENT FOLLIS, JIMMIE HERROD, DAN FAEHNLE, PHIL BAKER & OTHER SPECIAL GUESTS

HAPPY HOUR 4 TO 6PM Everyday $

2.50 wells and $1.50 Hamm’s

SATURDAY MORNING Breakfast Buffet 9AM-Noon

with all of the Workers favorite foods!

ENTERTAINMENT Bluegrass with Horseneck March 31ST, 2018

MEAT BINGO 6:30PM every Sunday night a 35 year tradition at Workers

281 W. Marine Drive Astoria • 503-338-7291

APRIL 7TH, 2018 DOORS OPEN AT 7:00PM TICKETS AVAILABLE AT WWW.TICKETTOMATO.COM NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 36155 9th St., Nehalem, OR 97131 General Admission Presale $23 (plus ticket fee) Reserved Seating $28 (plus ticket fee) At the Door $28 (plus ticket fee)

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Easter Message by Pastor John Tindell

First Lutheran Church Holy Week Schedule

Why Believe in the Resurrection.

Maundy Thursday

7pm at First Lutheran

Good Friday Tenbrae Service

Seaside United Methodist Church

7pm at First Lutheran

Easter Breakfast

9:30am to 10:45am

Easter Egg Hunt

241 N. Holladay Dr. • Seaside • 503-738-7562

9:45am (2yrs - 6th Grade)

Easter Festival Worship

830am and 11am

725 33rd St., Astoria • 503-325-6252 www.AstoriaFirstLutheran.com

Easter Sunday Service

Celebrate Easter at

Bethany Free Lutheran Church Pastor Bill Van Nostran

10AM

451 34TH STREET (across from Safeway) ASTORIA

Easter Worship AT

11:00AM

Easter Breakfast AT

9:00AM

Sunday School AT

9:45AM

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 503-325-2925

Easter

Worship

CALVARY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 503 N. Holladay, Seaside • 503-738-5773 Holy Week Services Good Friday: Stations of the cross at 3:00 Saturday: Easter Vigil at 5:00 Sunday: Easter Eucharist at 9:30

Christian Church of Knappa 42417 Va lley Creek La n e A s toria , O reg on 97103 Service time 10:30 a.m.

Christian Church of Warrenton 1376 S .E. A n chorA ve W a rren ton , O reg on 97146 O ffice: (503)861-1714 Fa x: (503)861-3392 W eb: w w w.cconline.cc Service times: 9:00 and 10:30 am                                            

First Baptist Church ASTORIA, OREGON

He is Risen - Come Join in Praise MAUNDY THURSDAY COMMUNION SERVICE MARCH 29 AT 6:00 P.M.

APRIL 1 EASTER BREAKFAST 8:45 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. EASTER WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 A.M. ST

7TH & COMMERCIAL ASTORIA, OR (ACROSS FROM THE COURTHOUSE)

503-325-1761

EASTER

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Community Sunrise @ the Column Easter APRIL 1ST, 7AM

By RYAN HUME

FOR COAST WEEKEND

PALM SUNDAY & EASTER SERVICES 9:45AM - Sunday School • 10:50AM - Morning Worship 1151 Harrison • Astoria, Oregon • 325-2591

Celebrate with Grace the

of Easter

Easter Sunday April 1st • 8 am & 10 am

Grace Episcopal Church

SINCE 1886

1545 FRANKLIN AVE., ASTORIA • 503-325-4691

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church 320 1st Avenue

“MUG UP” [MɅG- ɅP] Intransitive/ transitive verb

1. British slang: to study hard on a subject; to cram before a test 2. Nautical slang: to take a coffee break, a snack or any moment of group repose during work hours

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1897 novel by the imperialist British writer Rudyard Kipling acknowledges the nautical version of the term, as does the 1937 film adaptation of the novel produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. The phrase has been embraced by fishing communities and canneries throughout the English-speaking world, from Ugashik, Alaska, to Astoria, Oregon, to Gloucester, Massachusetts. The term now lives on mostly through the idiom of Scouts Canada (the northern version of The Boy Scouts of America, though unassociated) as a phrase for a snack, and according to Oxford’s Dictionary of New Slang was first noted as

such in 1970. “‘No reg’lar meals fer no one then. ’Mug-up when ye’re hungry, an’ sleep when ye can’t keep awake. Good job you wasn’t picked up a month later than you was, or we’d never ha’ had you dressed in shape fer the Old Virgin.’” —Rudyard Kipling, Captains Courageous, Macmillan & Co.,1897 “Chilly? It’s a former cold storage, for crying out loud. Enjoy a coffee break, mug up, at Coffee Girl overlooking the water….” —Jon Broderick, “Visit the Hanthorn Cannery Museum,” Coast Weekend, Dec. 15, 2016 CW

(across from the Seaside Convention Center)

Easter Services: 8:00 & 10:00am. Breakfast between both. ALL are welcome.

Easter Services

T h e people ofth e U n ited M eth odist C h u rch in v ite y ou to celebrate th e resu rrection ofou r L ord! A storia 1st U M C 11th & Franklin 503-325-5454 W orsh ip 11:00 a.m . P astorC arolP richard

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