Pacific City Sun, Nov. 18, 2011

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On Our Cover: SANTA CLAUS is coming to town - Pacific City that is - during the town’s annual Christmas tree lighting Photo by Tim Hirsch ceremony, slated to be held at the 4-way stop at 6 p.m. on Dec. 2. Santa will be available for a free photo-op and will have bags of treats for all kids. Adults can enter a drawing for one of 50 available gifts.

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Associate Editor Vicky Hirsch

Contributors Pat Gefre, Sally Rissel, Dee Moore

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THE NESKO WOMEN’S CLUB plays a large role in the South County Christmas Basket Program. Jeanette Hagerty, front center, has led the program for 11 years.

CLOVERDALE — Everyone may love Christmas, but some families just don’t have the means for a bountiful feast and presents for their bundles of joy. And that’s where the South County Christmas Basket Program comes in.

Now in its 41st year, the program distributes gifts and food to families just scraping by. In recent years, that’s meant that 125 to 150 families have gotten the boost they’ve needed to put a Christmas smile onto their youngster’s face.

“I think of the children,” says organizer Jeanette Hagerty. “It doesn’t make a very happy Christmas vacation — or return to school — if they never got anything for Christmas.”

If you are a family in need, there’s still time to say “yes” to this Christmas gift. Request forms are available at the Pacific City branch of Oregon Coast Bank and the Cloverdale U.S. Bank. The forms need to be returned by Dec. 2.

Though the charitable program isn’t about lavish gifts and spare-no-expense holiday spreads, it nevertheless puts a little more joy into families in need.

“We don’t do anything too fancy,” says Hagerty. “Because we’re spread out to (at least) 125 families, I try to shop as reasonably as I can.”

Now in her 11th year of running the program, she says that the program has gotten bigger each year.

But Hagerty and her team can’t do it without your help. To make it possible to spread that Christmas cheer, the effort relies on about 150 to 200 volunteers and countless contributions of food, cash and gifts. Volunteers are being sought for help

in assembling the baskets and community groups can chip in by organizing a food drive.

There are a number of organizations already responding to the call — amongst them the Nestucca Valley School District.

At Nestucca Jr./Sr. High, District Superintendent Kathryn Hedrick and Jr./Sr. High Principal Randy Wharton have a friendly “civil war” competition for the most canned goods.

Whether students and staff members — or community members for that matter — opt to show their support for the Fighting Ducks of the University of Oregon by donating canned goods to Hedrick’s basket or to Wharton’s Oregon State Beavers adorned can, they will be doing more then throwing their support behind their favorite team. The elementary school is also holding a food drive.

All goods will be donated to the program.

Other organizations that have already committed support include Tillamook 4-H, the Pacific City-Nestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce, Nesko Women’s Club, and Nestucca Fire Rural Protection District.

Hagerty is looking for organizations opting to help via a food drive to submit the donated goods by Dec. 7. The week of Dec. 12-15 marks the community work party at Hagerty’s residence at 35395 Highway 101 S in Cloverdale. To find out how you can donate cash or goods or how your group can help, call Hagerty at 503-812-5662.

“I hate the thought of a child going back to school and the children are all showing off their new things and they say they never got anything for Christmas,” she says. “(That thought) just doesn’t feel good to me.”

Poinsettia-powered presents Chamber’s annual poinsettia sale to benefit tree lighting ceremonies, Christmas baskets

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun PACIFIC CITY — As the Christmas season creeps ever closer, now is the time to start thinking about adding a touch of color to your decoration plans. And one way to do just that is by taking advantage of the Pacific City-Nestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce’s third annual poinsettia sale.

Proceeds from this annual sale will go towards Chamber-sponsored Christmas tree lighting ceremonies on Dec. 2 in Pacific City (see page x for more

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information) and its sister celebration in Cloverdale on Dec. 16. Also reaping the rewards of the annual fundraiser is the South County Christmas Basket Program (see story above), which distributes food and presents to needy families from Neskowin to Hemlock.

Priced at $12 each, poinsettias are available in your choice of red, white and pink in Cloverdale at Monkey Business 101 Nursery, 38005 Highway 101; or Blacktail Coffee, 34445 Highway 101. Or purchase your poinsettia in Pacific City at the Inn at Cape Kiwanda, 33105 Cape Kiwanda Drive — just across from the Cape Kiwanda parking lot. For those not quite ready for the fragrant additions to their home’s décor, the Chamber is taking orders through Nov. 27. Orders will be distributed at a central location (exact place not available at press time). Call the Chamber at 503-392-4340 to order yours.

Road bond narrowly defeated TILLAMOOK — In a Nov. 8 special election, Tillamook County voters decided to leave the band-aid that would have covered the most wounded of the Tillamook County’s roads on the shelf. A $15 million general obligation bond measure that promoters said would have rebuilt and repaired the worst of the worst of Tillamook county’s roads was defeated 4,234 to 3,785.

With a deficit of support of only about 5 percent — a sharp contrast to the 2-to-1 defeats of the previous three elections — it was much closer than previous measures.

Locally, the majority of the voters in Pacific City and Neskowin voted for the bond.

But that wasn’t enough to address the deteriorating roads that have earned Tillamook County the designation of the worst county roads in the state.

“I’m disappointed but not surprised,” said Pacific City motel operator Doug Olson, who spearheaded the campaign.

Despite the narrow defeat, he said there are some encouraging signs. Referring to how much closer it was this time, he noted that an obstacle going in was the vote’s proximity to the arrival of tax bills.

“That’s why a lot of bonds (go in front of voters) in the spring,” he said, “because

you’re not looking at a tax bill.”

While acknowledging the will of voters, supporters are also taking the time to acknowledge the efforts of those that stood behind the measure either by their work or their vote.

“The 56 percent voter turnout indicates this was an important issue for our citizens,” said Commissioner Mark Labhart. “The roads measure lost by about 500 votes. If half of those 500 people — or 250 — would have voted yes, the Roads Bond would have passed.”

“I want to thank the people in Tillamook County who voted yes, and I want to also apologize to these same people,” said Commissioner Tim Josi. “They understand the importance or our county roads and what the economic impact will be to all of us as we continue to watch our county roads fall apart. To our detriment, Tillamook County is known for our floods.

We are now receiving additional notoriety for our bad roads. It won’t be long before tourists decide to go elsewhere for their vacations. It may be just a matter of time before our businesses start looking elsewhere.”

County Commissioners will now look

towards the County Road Advisory Committee for direction. CRAC will meet Dec. 5 to discuss possible solutions. Tillamook County Public Works Director Liane Welch, who directs CRAC, said that she encourages public comments on how to address the problem. She says she will forward all comments received to CRAC. To share your input, e-mail Welch at lwelch@ co.tillamook.or.us.

“To the people of Tillamook County I can only say the Commissioners have two choices,” said Josi. “Either we let our road system continue to fall apart or we give it another try. This is our fourth failure at getting something approved. I look forward to hearing your thoughts.”

“We will live with the limited dollars we have and try and do the best we can with these ever decreasing dollars,” added Labhart. “I’m very worried though, about our ability to provide the road maintenance our citizens expect/deserve and for the safety of the county road system in the future.”

“The day after the election the problems are exactly the same as the day before the election,” said Olson. “It’s not getting any better.”

Chamber nominates VP, stills seeks candidate for prez PACIFIC CITY — Event promoter José Solano has accepted a nomination to be the Pacific City-Nestucca Valley Chamber 2012 vice president, longtime volunteer Patty Olson the coming year’s secretary and Frances Accuntius-Stone, new co-owner of Puttman & Teague accounting service, the incoming treasurer.

A candidate for president has yet to commit.

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“(Solano) is a very active and involved member of the community,” said current Chamber President Jeremy Strober. “He has a lot of experience promoting events.”

Ballots will be e-mailed within a week to Chamber members. The election should be finalized by the time the Chamber’s awards banquet rolls around on Dec. 6.

Strober said that in the event the president’s spot isn’t immediately filled, Solano will fulfill the duties on an interim basis.

“Our goal is to fill that position by the first week in January,” he said.

Leadership of the Cloverdale Committee of the Chamber will also change hands. Vern Mobley will be the 2012 chair of that committee.

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Center to host annual Thanksgiving potluck PACIFIC CITY —The Kiawanda Community Center board of directors invites the community to participate in their annual Thanksgiving potluck on Thursday, Nov. 24, starting at 1 p.m. Leftovers will be served the following day, also at 1 p.m.

Those interested in this annual tradition should call the center at 503965-7900 to receive an invitation to the free dinner.

For this event, the center will provide turkey, stuffing, potatoes and gravy and guests are asked to chip in a side dish or dessert of their choice.

Public invited to TEP annual meeting

TILLAMOOK — The Tillamook Estuaries Partnership will hold their annual meeting on Dec. 12 at the Oregon Department of Forestry, 5005 Third Street.

The 5:30 p.m. meeting will feature a 2011 highlights, presented by TEP executive director Lisa Phipps.

Featured projects include the Nestucca Water Trail On-the-Water Speaker Series, the Tillamook Watershed Culvert Inventory, the final stages of the Miami Wetlands Restoration, and water quality success stories in the Tillamook Bay. Through water quality monitoring, habitat restoration, education and outreach,TEP supports the conservation and restoration of Tillamook County’s estuaries and watersheds in their entirety. Organizers will serve light refreshments at the free event.

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CPAC to address ADU proposal PACIFIC CITY — The Pacific CityWoods CPAC will weigh whether to throw their support behind a proposal to add language to Tillamook County zoning rules that would allow accessory dwelling units at a Nov. 21 meeting at Kiawanda Community Center. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.

According to the proposal as it currently stands, the rule would allow the construction of accessory units that could either be a separate structure or an add-on either to the main structure or above a garage. Structures erected in a residential zone are limited to 50 percent of the primary existing floor area or 1,000 square feet — whichever is greater — and those in a commercial zone are limited to 1,250 square feet.

Each unit must feature a kitchen, bathroom and sleeping area “completely independent of the primary dwelling.”

The current language reflects perhaps the biggest beef that came out of an earlier Pacific City-Woods CPAC discussion — that of making each application a conditional use. While some say that is enough to address resident concerns, others aren’t so sure.

CPAC Chair Dave Yamamoto said that one of the biggest issues for him is the increase in density that ADUs would allow. He said that home buyers purchase property with a certain expectation of density. Yamamoto noted that that’s what the different residential zones are for — to allow less or more density as the home buyer prefers.

Developer Howard Goodman, who served on the Work Force Housing Committee that helped to draft the ordinance, acknowledged that that is a legitimate concern.

“That’s why we’re going through the process to hear the majority of the people,” he said. “That’s why it will be a conditional use when it comes up.”

Goodman added that while there are R3 zones which allow greater density, those lots are few and far between.

The other big point of contention is parking.

While Yamamoto contends that ADUs are likely to attract small families, multiple cars and off-street parking headaches, Goodman said parking always has the potential to become an issue in a community like Pacific City where there are no parking ordinances.

“You can have a party at your house, and we’ll park wherever we can and it’s going to be a parking nuisance,” he said. “The only difference we’re talking about is making a separate place so mother-in-law or grandma has their own separate space.”

Welcome input Community members shared their questions and concerns with Roy Lowe, project manager for U.S. Fish & Wildlife’s Oregon Coast National Wildlife Complex during a Nov. 16 open house designed to solicit comments on the preliminary future management options for Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge. USFWS will be accepting written comments on the three alternatives being considered through Dec. 16.

They plan on releasing a draft of the chosen management plan

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TLC excited about community plan but will protect investment PACIFIC CITY — Representatives of the Nestucca Valley Community Alliance and Tillamook Light Wave met with TLC Federal Credit Union on Nov. 8 seeking approval of a plan to develop for community use approximately half of the 4.56 acres located at the TLW cable landing station just east of Cape Kiwanda.

TLW President Paul Levesque told the Sun that while TLC loved the idea, because there is no personal guarantees on their $1.6 million, 15-year loan from TLC, the lender is asking for any development to occur slowly.

“They strongly support what (NVCA) is doing, but they have to protect their collateral interest,” said Levesque. “Their position is the regulators won’t allow actions on the property to diminish the (resale) value.”

Levesque said that using a property for community use — especially when buildings are erected — lowers the value of a property should a lender need to foreclose as it limits what developers can do.

“We put the ball in their court,” he said. “We asked them to propose a structure for facilitating these public uses.”

He speculated that that could mean TLC will come back with a schedule that is based on the current debt service that

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“They seemed very positive,” said NVCA board member Rob Royster.

“They were very receptive to what we wanted — they just have to (abide by) regulatory obligations. It will set back our timeline for getting grants, but I think the NVCA will still move forward.”

The current proposal calls for longterm leases with the NVCA for a 1.55acre tract and to the Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District for a .24-acre piece.

Additionally, they are offering two additional adjacent parcels, which would total .85 acres under a revocable permit.

The remainder of the property would remain with TLW for operation of the current cable landing station, as well as providing room for a second station to be built should they secure another tenant.

According to the current plans, NVCA hopes to build a multi-use recreation building, an amphitheater, meeting room, and display area on the 1.55-acre parcel located on the east side of the property. That piece would also feature playground equipment, picnic tables and two parking lots. Nestucca Fire’s piece is slated to be used to store water rescue

equipment. The .85-acre piece slate for a revocable permit would be used for low investment improvements such as parking so significant capital would not be lost if TLW would determine they need the space for an additional expansion.

Education plans One area that any revised time schedule will not effect is NVCA’s efforts to bring more educational and cultural events to South Tillamook County. Chair Gloria Scullin said that the organization has been in talks with both Nestucca Valley School District and Tillamook Bay Community College in an effort to develop programs where they could leverage the University of Washington’s presence at the cable landing station. UW is using the station for their role in the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a program funded by the National Science Foundation that is installing a networked infrastructure of science-driven sensor-robotic systems designed to measure the physical, chemical, geological and biological variables of the ocean.

She added that NVCA is in the midst of planning a January community meeting during which they will share their education and cultural visions with the community.

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By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun PACIFIC CITY — The Jolly Old Elf will shed light on the beginning of the Christmas season when Santa roars into downtown Pacific City on Dec. 2 aboard one of Nestucca Fire’s shiny red engines!

The VIP visit is just part of the town’s annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony that signals the beginning of holiday cheer at the “Home of the Dory Fleet.” Festivities will be emceed by Pacific City realtor Michael Thornicroft and will begin in downtown Pacific City at the four-way stop at 6 p.m. with the cueing of Nestucca High School’s band and will shine brighter once Santa arrives at approximately 6:15 p.m. to flip the switch on yet another holiday celebration.

Once Santa is done doing the honors, he’ll switch to putting on his cheery disposition for a few Kodak moments.

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To sweeten the celebration, which is jointly sponsored by the Pacific CityNestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce, Pacific City Real Estate and Tattered & Treasured, complimentary refreshments including hot chocolate, coffee, cider and cupcakes will be on hand, as well as a gift bag loaded with candy and games for every child.

The gift of giving will be evident all evening as organizers distribute more than 50 gifts via a drawing.

All attendees will get one chance at the valuable prizes.

The centerpiece of the evening will be donated

by Dr. Albert and Myra Thompson. Organizer Shelly Thornicroft said that in the interest of energy efficiency, the tree will feature LED lights this year — an effort that she hopes will more than make up for the lack of ornaments. Because of winter storms, keeping ornaments on the tree in past years has been a losing battle so the decision was made to not include them as part of the decoration effort.

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By SALLY RISSEL for the Sun NESTUCCA VALLEY — As you drive around Neskowin, Pacific City and Cloverdale, do you ever wonder how a road got its name? Here are a few explanations.

Neskowin/Oretown Slab Creek Rd. Neskowin was originally named Slab Creek. A sailing vessel ran aground with lumber and wheat during dense fog on Dec. 2, 1886. Great slabs of wood washed ashore littering the beach and jamming the creek in front of Proposal Rock on South Beach.

School House Road: Site of Neskowin one-room school house built in 1927, now the Hawk Creek Gallery, which features the work of Michael Schlicting.

Aeolian Way: This road was once part of Highway 101 before it was straightened.

The road was re-named for the Greek god of wind. This area gets very strong east winds in the winter.

Winema Road: Named for Winema Christian Camp at the base of the road. Wine-ma is an Indian name for the heroine of the Modoc Indian Wars in Klamath County.

The name means “Women Chief of the Brave Heart.”

Photo courtesy of Sally Rissel Oretown Road: Was once was the site Hans Brooten operated the Brooten Bath Resort in the 1920s. of the town of Oretown where there was a He also built a plank road to the resort that was used until 1931 cheese factory, post office, grange hall, school, when the present road was built. store and gas station.

Redberg Road: William Redberg was an resorts on this road. Parts of Riverview Lodge and Hanearly settler in the town of Oretown and a neman Resort can still be seen along this road. postmaster.

Reddekopp Road: Dan Reddekopp was an early Christensen Road: Christoffer and Aunice Chrisdeveloper and business owner (Coastway Constructensen moved to Oretown in 1875. Aunice gave birth to tion). Dan dug the canals and sold lots on the south end William Christensen, the first white child born in Little of Pacific City. Roger Street and Stephen Street were Nestucca Valley. named for his two sons and part of his development.

Meda Loop Road: Once was the site of the town Ferry Street: The street indicates the site of the of Meda at the east end of this loop. Meda had a post hand-operated cable ferry that transported passengers office, school and cheese factory. over the Nestucca River to the beach.

Pacific City/Cloverdale Ferry Road: This street, which goes over the Woods Brooten Road: The road is named for Hans Brooten and his Brooten Bath Resort, which operated during the Bridge, was the site of hand-operated cable ferry that transported cars and passengers over the river at the 20s on the hill over looking Nestucca River. Hans first town of Woods. built a plank road to the resort costing $6,000 that was Old Woods Road: This was the main road between used until 1931 when the present road was built.

Cloverdale and Woods and at one time was further up Sutton Road: Jess and Marion Sutton were early on the hill. Some of the earliest dairies are still on this business owners and realtors in Pacific City. road today.

Fisher Road: Sydney Fisher settled in the WoodsGist Road: The Gist family were early dairy farmPacific City area in the early 1900s and was a successful ers and land owners. Gist cemetery is above Old Woods businessman and land owner.

Road.

Resort Drive: Brooten Road becomes Resort Drive Jenck Road: Named for a prominent Cloverdale at the Woods Bridge. There were at least three fishing family.

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A spash of color

By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun PACIFIC CITY — The world around us is many things, but to artist David Trowbridge, it’s the foundation for his nature-inspired paintings — paintings that pay homage to the great outdoors, but also take on a life of their own.

Trowbridge and his art will be featured during an artist reception on Friday, Nov. 25, 4-7 p.m. at Rob Trost Real Estate.

Though he says he is a late bloomer in the world of art, his work has been featured at Portland’s Gallery 114, as well as at his current show at Salem’s Bush Barn Art Center. And now it’s Pacific City’s turn.

Though his abstract paintings start with the inspiration of the great Photo courtesy of David Trowbridge outdoors, he says that on DAVID TROWBRIDGE will show his work durthe canvas they are their ing an artist reception at Rob Trost Real Estate on own thing.

Friday Nov. 25 from 4-7 p.m.

“I like to think of them as poems,” he said. “A lem de Koonig. poem is short and so economical, but “He mastered being economical but you get a lot of story from it. I like to still referring to something,” he says. think of my paintings that way.”

And that simplistic, yet story-rich A native Oregonian, Trowbridge fell element is evident in Trowbridge’s work in love with the outdoors as a youth dur- — work that features a contemporary ing frequent family trips to Lee’s Camp, approach. He likes to use spray paint an old logging camp on the north fork of and modern home improvement tools. the Wilson River in the Tillamook State He says that approach allows his work Forest. to have a different feel than that of the “My love of nature was formed by classic impressionistic scene. those years among the trees and streams His Pacific City show will feature — a passion that forms the core of my his “Avalon” series, which are different painting today,” he says. “My paintings takes on the scene outside his Portland are meant to evoke nature, but not be studio. a copy of an image. I hope that view“I painted that scene about 30 times ers approach them first as paintings, as — each time trying to do something difobjects, and second as a representation ferent every time.” of something. It’s like hearing a song in a He will also be displaying some language you don’t understand. You can regional pieces including impressionistic enjoy its beauty, or even its emotional renditions of the Wilson River. power without knowing what the words Rob Trost Real Estate is located near mean.”

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Taking Europe by storm Pacific City — The Pelican Pub & Brewery won five awards at the European Beer Star competition including two gold, two silver and one bronze. There were 1,113 beers tasted from 39 countries submitted in 49 different categories at this event held in Munich, Germany.

Taking gold in the competition were perennial winners Kiwanda Cream Ale (English-Style Golden Ale category) and Tsunami Stout (Dry Stout category).

Winning silver were Pelican’s India Pelican Ale (India Pale Ale category) and Surfer’s Summer Ale (English-Style Bitter category). Stormwatcher’s Winterfest also competed well, taking a bronze (Ultra Strong Beer category).

“Europe is the home for much of the world’s beer culture, so it is truly an honor for Pelican beers to be recognized at the European Beer Star,” said Darron Welch, brewmaster at the Pelican Pub & Brewery. “The many rich brewing traditions of Europe have always inspired the brews of the Pelican Pub & Brewery.”

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is now in its eighth year and is open to all breweries worldwide with consideration given to types of beers originating in Europe. Beers were judged in one of 49 categories and the number of beers entered increased by 16 percent from 2010 to 2011. Information about this year’s winners at the European Beer Star competition can be found at http:// european-beer-star.com.

The Pelican’s oceanfront pub, located on the beach in Pacific City, includes an outdoor patio and banquet room with unobstructed views of Cape Kiwanda and Haystack Rock. The brewery is the home of numerous award winners including India Pelican Ale, MacPelican’s Scottish-Style Ale, Tsunami Stout and Doryman’s Dark. The three-time Great American Beer Festival “Brewpub of the Year” winner’s Kiwanda Cream Ale was named to DRAFT Magazine’s Top 25 Beers in the World of 2008, 2009 and 2010. The pub is open seven days a week, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. For more information, call 503-9657007 or visit www.pelicanbrewery.com.

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Warm up winter’s chill PACIFIC CITY — Tickets are now on sale for the Pelican Pub & Brewery’s winter and spring Brewers Dinners.

The winter dinner takes place on Saturday, Jan. 28, and will feature a collaboration with Ben Love, former assistant head brewer at the Pelican and head brewer of Hopworks as well as Van Havig. The dinner will feature a selection of Pelican beers as well as beers from Love and Havig’s new brewery, Gigantic Brewing. The spring dinner is taking place Saturday, April 21 and the guest chef is to be determined.

Tickets are $75 each or weekend packages are available for purchase through the Inn at Cape Kiwanda and Cottages at Cape Kiwanda. The weekend package is available for one or two people and includes accommodations for Friday and Saturday night, tickets to Friday’s “Meet the Brewers” reception and Saturday’s Brewers Dinner, breakfast at the Pelican on Sunday morning and a 750ml bottle of Pelican Belgian-style ale upon arrival.

To purchase tickets to the event, contact Courtney Fields at the Pelican at 503-965-3674 or email events@pelicanbrewery.com. For more information about the weekend packages, call the Inn at Cape Kiwanda at 888-965-7001.

End of an era PACIFIC CITY — The end of an era is around the corner for Riverhouse Restaurant, but current owner Steven Neufeld said that the promise of a new one might not be far off.

As is their tradition, the restaurant will close on Nov. 27 for the holidays.

But this time it isn’t officially just a seasonal closure. But “official” is the key word here. Neufeld says he has several leads on parties interested in either purchasing the restaurant or leasing it from him. If one of those should pan out as expected, he says it will be business as usual — just not under his management.

Neufeld said his decision to end his more than 32 years of serving up cuisine at the Riverhouse was hard, but that at this point he just has too many “pans in the fire.” Neufeld also operates Riverhouse Foods, maker of premium salad dressings.

“It was a very difficult decision because we are very attached to a lot of people that are working with us and for us,” he said.

Open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., the Riverhouse Restaurant is located on Brooten Road, about one mile past the four-way stop. Call 503-965-6722 for more information or visit www.riverhousefoods.com.

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THE LADIES at St. Joseph’s Christmas Bazaar, above, will serve up cinnamon rolls and polish dogs with kraut to the hungry shopping crowds. Frances Madachy, right, will be one of the many vendors selling wares at Kiawanda Community Center’s Christmas Bazaar. St. Joe’s bazaar is on Dec. 3 and the center’s sale runs Dec. 3-4.

Bring on the bazaars varied handmade items will be plenty of festive greenery, fresh honey and the artwork of Rose and Pete Perez. And for an international flavor, there’s Peruvian NESTUCCA VALLEY — Looking for clothing crafted by Clina Heathershaw. an early December dose of the Christmas A bakery café will also add flavor spirit? Then mark Dec. 3 on your calento the event. Soups, baked goods and dar, hop in your car and get immersed snacks will be served all day. The in the annual tradition that is the event is a critical fundraiser for South Tillamook County bazaar PIE, who provides funds for field tour. trips, OMSI assemblies, classroom Each year, Kiawanda Comsupplies and other events. munity Center, Nestucca ValOne such event is Monday, ley Elementary School and St. Nov. 21 when Scott Petersen “The Joseph’s Catholic Church host a Reptile Man” will present a show day filled with one-of-a-kind and featuring king cobras, alligator, handcrafted gifts, music and holisnap turtle and more at 7 p.m. in day treats for the young and old. the elementary school gym. The Crown Jewel of Holiday Bazaars free show is open to the commuFor a sweet start to your nity. shopping tour, start your day in At press time, tables for the Cloverdale where St. Joseph’s sits bazaar were still available for Linda Oram will direct a variety of Nestucca Valabove the town at 34560 Parkley Elementary School ensembles during the Holly rent. Contact Sierra Lauder at way Drive. Now in its 51st year, Days bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 3. sierra.e.l.s@gmail.com for more the church’s take on this holiday information. tradition features fresh-baked candles and more. cinnamon rolls in the morning, polish Kiawanda Community Center Back at the “Home of the Dory dogs and sauerkraut for your afternoon Holly Days Fleet,” the Kiawanda Community CenJust a couple miles west at Nestucca and plenty of handmade goods that are ter, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Drive, Pacific Valley Elementary School, 36925 Highthe perfect solution for your friends and City, hosts two days of shopping, Dec. 3 way 101, awaits the largest of the three family. The old-fashioned bazaar will and 4, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gifts up for grabs bazaar stops where Parents in Education feature an expanded dining area this will include jewelry, baked goods, wood hosts an extravaganza featuring some 50 year, as well as a “bigger and better” carvings, gemstones — and a whole pastables laden with more than a thousand bake sale, according to volunteer Patty sel of handcrafted items. There will also gifts, decorations and baked goods for Albright. St. Joe’s bazaar runs from be used Christmas decorations for sale shoppers to peruse. Open from 9:30 a.m.

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will also feature in the center’s hobby room, as well as a to 4 p.m., Holly Days will feature live numerous handmade Christmas decoramusic all day — including ensemble per- used book sale. Proceeds will go to help tions, Nestucca Bobcat specialty items, fund a future expansion of the center. formances by elementary students and and a variety of gift baskets. They will For more information, call 503-965-7900. directed by Linda Oram. Amongst the also hold raffles for two $100 grocery store gift certificates. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the South County Good Neighbor Program, South County Christmas Baskets and St. Joseph’s Altar Society, which uses the money to fund upkeep of linens,

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By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun CLOVERDALE — It’s tough to win a basketball game when the opponent scores 21 before you sink a shot. But then again, this time around winning wasn’t the objective.

Instead, the Harlem Ambassadors Nov. 8 game against the local celebrity infused South County Slammers was all about getting a few laughs — or more to the point –– who gets to be the object of those laughs.

The Ambassadors are equally known for their high-flying acrobatics, comedic routines and “drug-free, stay in school” message.

The fundraiser for the Pacific City-Nestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce is expected to net more than $2,000 for the organization — even figuring in its planned $1,000 contribution to Nestucca Valley School District for use of the high school gymnasium.

True, this is the kind of game that the score is hardly worth reporting (the final score read 99-78, despite the fact the Ambassadors spotted the home team some 49 points just for parity sake), but it is worth noting the antics on display.

About the only ones who didn’t see much action were the referees — playful body slams and other wrestling shenanigans not withstanding — the whistle saw little action in this night that was

light on competition but heavy on entertainment.

“I think the game provided a real unique and fun opportunity for families to get out and enjoy something we don’t see very often,” said Chamber President Jeremy Strober. “I particularly appreciate the financial support from businesses in our com-

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THE HIGH-FLYING ANTICS of the Harlem Ambassadors were the main attraction during a Nov. 8 game at Nestucca Jr./Sr. High School, but local celebrities got in on the action as well. At left, Tillamook County Commissioner Charles Hurliman is in control of game action. At right, Pelican Pub & Brewery General Manager Ken Henson attemps a halfcourt shot and chance to win a 2012 Chevy Cruze. Nice try, but no dice this time around for Henson, who also serves as chair of the Nestucca Valley School Board. munity in making it happen. I also really applaud the members of our community who stepped up to play on the South County Slammer team.”

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Nov. 18 12:18 p.m. 2.8 ft.

6:14 a.m.

5:27 p.m.

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Nov. 19

12:23 a.m.

1:33 p.m.

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1:19 a.m.

2:37 p.m.

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2:15 a.m.

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8:29 a.m.

9:28 p.m.

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3:09 a.m.

4:26 p.m.

1.8 ft.

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9:12 a.m.

10:32 p.m.

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Nov. 23

4:02 a.m.

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4:54 a.m.

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10:42 a.m.

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5:45 a.m.

6:51 p.m.

2.5 ft.

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12:24 a.m.

11:28 a.m.

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9.5 ft.

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6:36 a.m.

7:39 p.m.

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1:15 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

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7:28 a.m.

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1:03 p.m.

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8:22 a.m.

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2.8 ft.

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10:03 p.m.

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10:26 a.m.

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4:39 a.m.

3:42 p.m.

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11:39 a.m.

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COMBINING FORCES! Air Force veteran Dick Carter and Army vet Mike Kirkpatrick both shared tributes and encouragements to veterans past and present during the Sportsman’s Pub-n-Grub Veteran’s Day celebraton on Friday, Nov. 11. Below, recent returnee MJ Canady prays for the protection of those still in harm’s way.

Sportin’ vets PACIFIC CITY — From the war stories of Air Force veteran Dick Carter to the exhortations of recent returnee Mike Kirkpatrick, a Veteran’s Day celebration at the Sportsman’s Pub-n-Grub gave a roomful of community members a chance to tip their glass to a job well done.

The annual tribute to servicemen past and present took place on Friday, Nov. 11.

Vets, their wives and community members reveled in the feast, took in the stories of past sacrifices and saluted the efforts of those currently serving.

During the celebration there were many handshakes, lots of congratulations for a job well done, and of course plenty of feasting on the potluck provided by the Sporty, but perhaps nothing put the sacrifice into better perspective than the words of Mike Kirkpatrick, an Army veteran who served the country for more than 21 years on four different continents and 21 different countries.

“As the world moves further and further into conflict and uncertainty — because things are uncertain — remember that you guys are the one percent. And that’s a good thing –– without you, the 99 percent wouldn’t be able to sleep at night.”

But Kirkpatrick’s words also featured a caution — the sacrifice of the few must continue for this nation to continue to prosper.

“I recently heard a statistic that military service is being born by fewer and fewer Americans,” he said.

“This statistic bothers me very much. It tells me that fewer Americans will know what it means to tell people that are doing evil in the world that it’s not ok. It tells me that fewer Americans are willing to stand watch for

their brothers and countrymen so that they sleep well at night. America is a wonderful and brave place, but without people that are willing to shed blood to shine the great blinding light of freedom out into the world that light might dim.”

The celebration of the protectors of our nation was also blessed with a prayer for protection for the armed services still serving in Iraq and Afghanistan led by MJ Canady, who returned from off his service in Iraq last September.

Correction: In a preview of the celebration entitled “Lauding their service” published in the Nov. 4 issue of the Sun, we incorrectly identified the two recent returnees as Mike Kirkpatrick and Justin Doan. It was MJ Canady (above) and not Doan that also recently returned from service.

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PACIFIC CITY — The dynamic father-and-son duo of Tom and Dylan May will bring their one-two punch of folk and funk to Sportsman’s Pub-nGrub for two nights of Thanksgiving weekend fun, Nov. 25-26. The free concerts will start at 8 p.m.

This year marks the 15th year Tom May has celebrated Thanksgiving weekend with a slate of concerts at the Sporty.

After more than 36 years as a folk singer, Tom continues to attract a following. Known for his baritone voice, he is the director and founder of Portland’s “Winterfolk.”

The concerts will feature Tom May originals, as well as his interpretation of other artists’ creations.

For his part, Dylan May is an accomplished bass play and songwriter and will contribute the “funk” part of the night to the festivities.

Tom May has performed in every state in the Union, as well as Canada, England, Ireland, Scotland, Germany and Belgium. His performing venues have included concert halls, small town auditoriums, and humble coffeehouses.

His festival appearances include The Kerrville Folk Festival, the Napa Valley Music Festival, Sister’s Folk Festival (Oregon), and The Juan De Fuca Festival (Port Angeles, Wash.).

Amongst the acts May has toured with are Gordon Lightfoot, Alabama, and Willie Nelson. He currently performs and tours solo or with his acoustic trio, and has released 12 criticallyacclaimed, widely-distributed albums.

His most recent release is the 2008 “Blue Roads, Red Wine.” Climbing high on the folk/Americana charts in the U.S. and overseas, this and all of Tom’s albums have had worldwide radio play.

In addition to his live concert appearances, May has appeared on dozens of radio and television programs. National Public Radio’s syndicated Mountain Stage, Radio Eirhenn’s (Ireland) Andy O’Mahoney show, and the Canadian Broadcast Corporation’s Ian Tyson Show (Television) to name a few.

He also produces and hosts his own national radio/TV broadcast, River City Folk. The show is heard weekly on more than 150 radio stations from Alaska to New York. River City Folk highlights the vitality of the acoustic music scene by featuring diverse performers and styles.

In 1994, the popularity of the radio program led to a television version of the program. The May-hosted show was produced for the Americana Cable Network out of Branson, Mo. The show aired on commercial and cable outlets across the U.S., and can still be seen on select public television stations.

In 2007, Tom coauthored a book for Routledge, New York; “Promoting Your Music; The Lovin of the Game” features interviews with Gordon Lightfoot and others.

He also founded and coordinates Winterfolk, an annual SRO benefit concert at Portland’s Aladdin Theatre, which has become the city’s largest annual acoustic music celebration.

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Hebo Christian Center, 31350 Hwy. 101 S, Hebo. 503-392-3585. Sunday school 9:15 a.m., Sunday worship 10:30 a.m., Wednesday night 6:30 p.m.

Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church, 35305 Brooten Road, Pacific City OR (503) 965-6229. 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Worship; Friday 10 a.m. Bible Study.

Nestucca Seventh Day Adventist Church, 38000 Hwy 101, Cloverdale, (3 miles north of Pacific City) 503-392-4111.

Pastor Greg Brothers. Services Saturday 9:30 a.m.-noon. Fellowship Dinner every week following services. All visitors welcome.

Pacific Coast Bible Church, 35220 Brooten Road, Pacific City. 503965-7222/503-812-1106. E-mail: pcbcpastordan@gmail.com. A Biblebelieving/Christ-centered Church. Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m., Sunday school 11 a.m., Youth group 4 p.m. on alternating Sundays.

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Weekend mass: Saturday at 6:30 p.m., Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

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ARTIST RECEPTION: DAVID TROWBRIDGE Nov. 25 4-7 p.m. Rob Trost Real Estate, 33310 Cape Kiwanda Drive. Displaying his “Avalon” series - Impressionistic paintings done of the view from his Portland studio. Free admission and refreshments.

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STUDENT FALL PLAY: HARVEY Nov. 18 & 19, 7 p.m. Nestucca Valley Jr./Sr. High School. $5 adults, $3 for 17 and under.

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34TH ANNUAL RESTORATION POW-WOW Nov. 19, 6 p.m. Chinook Winds Casino.

Celebrate day Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians was restored to full tribal status.

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STIMULUS AFTER HOURS MOVIE NIGHT Nov. 23, 7-9 p.m. Stimulus Espresso Cafe, 33105 Cape Kiwanda Dr. Watch “Portlandia.”

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MOTHER OF ALL STORMS RELEASE Nov. 19, 8 a.m. Pelican Pub & Brewery. Limited quantity available; purchase early. $20 per bottle or $240 per case.

NORTH OREGON COAST SYMPHONY Nov. 20, 3 p.m. Tillamook United Methodist Church, 3808 12th St. “Bicentennial” conducted by Collin G. Heade. Includes music

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PANCAKE BREAKFAST Nov. 20, 8 a.m.-noon. Bay City Arts Center.

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FREE THANKSGIVING DINNER Nov. 20, 5 p.m. Beaver Community Church, 24675 Hwy 101 A. Turkey, ham, and all the trimmings. Call 503-801-4217 for more information.

‘THE REPTILE MAN’ Nov. 21, 7 p.m.. Nestucca Valley Elementary School. Sponsored by Parents in Education. Open to the community, the show will feature king cobras, an alligator, snap turtle at more.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT Mondays, Nov. 21 & 28, 5:30 p.m.-close.

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TRIVIA NIGHT Tuesdays, Nov. 22 & 29, 7-9 p.m. Pelican Pub & Brewery. 503-965-7007.

DINE OUT FOR SCHOOLS Wednesdays, Nov. 23 & 30, 4 p.m.-close.

Pelican Pub & Brewery. 10% sales donated to three local schools. 503-965-7007.

ROCKAWAY BEACH CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING Nov. 25. Oceans Edge Wayside. Santa, carols, and goodies.

STORY TIME Fridays, Nov. 25 & Dec. 2, 1-1:30 p.m.

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LIVE MUSIC: TOM AND DYLAN MAY Nov. 25 & 26, 8-11 p.m. Sportsman’s PubN-Grub, 34975 Brooten Rd. Live folk and funk music. No cover charge. 503-965-9991.

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ROCKAWAY BEACH HOLIDAY GIFT FAIR Nov. 26 & 27, 10 a.m. City Hall. 503-3552291.

FANTASY OF TREES Nov. 30 - Dec. 3. Chinooks Winds Casino Resort. Christmas trees sponsored and decorated in various themes by local businesses and individuals. Silent auction on trees.

FESTIVAL OF TREES AND SILENT AUCTION Dec. 2, 6-8 p.m. Tillamook County Pioneer Museum. $20. Trees available to view beginning Nov. 27. 503-842-4553.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ANNUAL HOLIDAY AUCTION Dec. 3. TCCA Visitors Center, 4175 Hwy 101

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Dec. 2, 6 p.m. 4-way stop in Pacific City.

Nestucca High School band, complimentary refreshments, gift bags for children and drawings for 50 gifts. Free pictures with Santa Claus, who arrives on a fire engine. For more information, call 503-965-6135.

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MONTHLY HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION Dec. 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tillamook Transfer Station, 1315 Elkoff Rd. Free hazardous waste collection. 503-815-3975.

THE ANGELS BALL Dec. 3, 5:30 p.m. Chinook Winds Casino Resort. $60 tickets includes dinner, tree auction, dancing. 541-994-3070 to reserve a seat.

51ST ANNUAL OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Dec. 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Cloverdale. Hand-crafted ornaments, gifts, and decorations. Cinnamon rolls and polish dogs with sauerkraut.

HOLLY DAYS Dec. 3, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Nestucca Valley Elementary School. 50 tables of decorations, gifts, and baked goods. Live music and bakery cafe. Fundraiser for Parents in Education to help provide field trips, classroom supplies and more.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR Dec. 3 & 4, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center. Craft and gift vendors, snack bar, bake sale, flea market of used Christmas decorations.

OPEN CASTING CALL Dec. 3 & 4, 2 p.m. Oregon Coast Dance Center, 106 Main, Tillamook. Auditions for TAPA production of “Wait Until Dark.”

Openings for cast members and “behind the scene” workers. No experience necessary.

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By TIM HIRSCH of the Sun PACIFIC CITY — The spotlight will shine on the unsung heroes of the Pacific City-Nestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce when the group hosts their ninth annual awards banquet and auction on Tuesday, Dec. 6.

Doors will open at 6 p.m. at the Pelican Pub & Brewery’s banquet room for the annual celebration of achievements and salutes to key individuals and organizations. Up for grabs this year are three awards — Volunteer of the Year, Business of the Year and Citizen of the Year.

The Chamber took nominations for all three awards during its Nov. 1 membership meeting and the board selected the winners — to be announced at the close of the banquet — on Nov. 17. The Volunteer of the Year is described as someone who demonstrates “exemplary commitment to the comCourtesy photo munity, giving time to various events KERRY TYMCHUK, above, is slated to give a talk at the 2011 Paand projects.” The group describes cific City-Nestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet, the ideal candidate of the Citizen of to be held Tuesday, Dec. 6, starting at 6 p.m. Held at Pelican Pub & the Year as “someone who is a leader Brewery, the awards banquet also features awards for Citizen of the in the community and who rallies in Year, Business of the Year, and Volunteer of the Year. Silent and oral the best interest of South Tillamook auctions help raise funds for the chamber. Tillamook County ComCounty” and the Business of the Year missioner Mark Labhart, below, checks out some of the silent auction as a private organization that supports items at the 2010 chamber awards banquet. Tickets are $45, call 503all efforts of the community.

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Organizer Patty Olson hails the event as an important one as the work of a volunteer often goes unheralded. “(Selecting the winners is) a difficult process,” said Olson. “There’s so many wonderful organizations and good people here. Most people that volunteer don’t do it for the kudos. They do it for the interpersonal fulfillment.”

But the gala is more than about handing off some plaques to well deserving individuals. With a theme of “The Red Carpet” the event isn’t necessarily a black-tie affair, but it is a chance to put on your best face and revel in a steak dinner prepared by Ken Henson and the staff at Pelican Pub & Brewery while tipping your hat to the many successes of the Chamber’s 2011 efforts. Also on the agenda is the introduction of the 2012 board of directors and a presentation from noted Oregon author, historian and attorney Kerry Tymchuk.

Now serving as the executive director of the Oregon Historical Society, Tymchuk is a fifth generaPhoto by Tim Hirsch tion Oregonian and graduate of Willamette University Oregon and are the parents of two children. and Willamette University School of Law. His book An Important Fundraiser credits include coauthoring “One Tough Mother,” the The event’s silent and oral auctions make the triumphant story of Gert Boyle’s transformation of event one of the most important fundraisers of the Columbia Sportswear from a small Portland-based year for the Chamber. The silent auction, open for bids outerwear manufacturer to its current status as one of from 6-7:50 p.m., is a great place to do a little advance the top-selling clothing manufacturers in the United Christmas shopping as it will feature a wide range States. of donated items including gift baskets stuffed with “He’s got wonderful funny stories,” says Olson. items such as wine, cheese, chocolates, tea and more.

Prior to assuming the helm at OHS in April 2011, A variety of gift certificates will also go to the highTymchuk earned a reputation as one of Oregon’s most est bidder as will books, DVD sets and other valuable respected public servants. His career included service items. as a Marion County Deputy District Attorney, legal In addition, bidders can compete for several feacounsel to U.S. Congressman Denny Smith, director tured items when auctioneer Vern Mobley takes to the of speechwriting to U.S. Secretary of Labor Elizabeth mike for the oral auction at 7:35 p.m.

Dole, director of speechwriting and legal counsel to The Chamber is still accepting community donaU.S. Senator Bob Dole, and Oregon Chief of Staff to tions for both the silent and oral auctions. Call 503U.S. Senator Gordon Smith.

392-4340 to arrange for pick-up or drop-off of your A four-time champion on the popular television donation. game show “Jeopardy,” Tymchuk also serves as ChairTickets to the ninth annual Pacific City-Nestucca man of the Board of Special Olympics Oregon, as well Valley Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet and as serving as a member of the Willamette University Auction are $45 and can be reserved by calling the Board of Trustees. He and his wife, Becky, reside in Chamber at 503-392-4340.

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E AT S & T R E AT S Delicate Palate Bistro, 35280 Brooten Road, Pacific City. 503-965-6464. www. delicatepalate.com. The Bistro offers the freshest local products available set with a chic presentation highlighting regional cuisine. Our enumerated wine list spans the globe to bring you the finest wines available at reasonable prices, while the martini bar highlights classic cocktails intertwined with hip new blends fashioned from the best spirits available along with a great selection of local and international beers. Reserve your memory today.

DORYLAND PIZZA, Cape Kiwanda Drive, Pacific City. 503-965-6299. Fun, family atmosphere with four televisions and a big screen plasma TV to enjoy sporting events or your favorite shows. Established from the remodeled Pacific City Boat Works building built in the 1960s, Doryland retained the nautical atmosphere with its solid wood planked floors, brass accents and original charm. They added great pizza, sandwiches, salad bar, beer & wine, and video games.

Open 11-8 Sunday-Thursday, 11-9 Friday & Saturday.

GRATEFUL BREAD, 34805 BROOTEN ROAD, Pacific City. 503-965-7337. Enjjoy a breakfast and lunch menu that includes vegetarian specialities, bakery breads, pastries, homemade soups, fresh seafood, wine, beer and espresso in the Grateful Bread’s bright and cheery atmosphere. The restaurant also offers catering services, as well as a growing wholesale baked goods department. Stop in for a fresh meal Thursday through Monday, beginning at 8 a.m. or drive through their espresso window as early as 6:30 a.m.

Pelican Pub & Brewery, 33180 Cape Kiwanda Drive, Pacific City. 503-965-7007. Ocean front brewery featuring award-winning Pelican brews, great food, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served daily. Open Sun–Thurs 8am10pm and Fri–Sat 8am-11pm.

The Riverhouse Restaurant, 34450 Brooten Rd., Pacific City. (503) 965-6722. Casual dining overlooking the Nestucca River. Featuring fresh seafood and steaks, pastas, gourmet sandwiches, homemade soups, salads and desserts. Beer, wine and cocktails available. Named “Coastal Living’s” favorite Pacific Northwest “seafood dive.” Open daily 11-8 weekdays; 11-9 weekends.

Sportsman’s Pub-N-Grub, 34975 Brooten Road, Pacific City. 503 965-9991. Dating back to 1947 the original Sportsman’s Tavern was the only local watering hole and meeting spot for locals and visitors alike. It was the place people called for weather, fishing and news of locals as it had the only pay phone at the time. Things haven’t changed much — today the Sportsman’s is still a favorite meeting spot for locals and visitors alike. Although now food is a great attraction with locally caught fish from Sea Q Fish featuring dory fresh lingcod and sea bass prepared at the Sportsman’s is being hailed as the best fish and chips anywhere.

The fresh oysters from T&S oyster farm in Netarts have a huge local following and are delivered fresh every Friday. Come try some great grub at great prices and rub elbows with the locals.

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By PAT GEFRE for the Sun Before you say you’re tired of fishing for salmon and hearing about salmon, salmon, salmon, salmon, just give it a little more time.

Most of the salmon in the Nestucca River are dark old boots that have been hanging around far too long. There are lots of them this year, but right now you have to sort through several to find a bright one. But just wait. As I write this we are about to get hit with the biggest wind and rain storm of the fall season, and I guarantee what will follow will be at least two more weeks of salmon fishing. The big difference will be that the salmon that will follow the rains will be bright, just-off-the-ocean chinooks.

All of the dark fish that are now holding in the lower river will charge upstream with the raising of the river levels to spawn, leaving the river open for the fresh salmon about to enter the system. These are the fish that have been holding in the ocean waiting for that push of fresh water that to date has eluded all. Normally we have had the rains by this time — unfortunately it has been severely delayed this season. That it’s finally coming now is a blessing for most fishermen and all the patient anticipation is about to be rewarded.

The fishing that follows the first heavy rains can be the best of the season.

Salmon charging their way in are usually biters and they don’t seem to care much what they are biting. Seasoned fishermen will tell you .just throw something out there, if there are salmon coming they will bite about anything. It’s been my experience that that is about right. Spinners, kwikfish, corkies and yarn, back bounced eggs or shrimp — it all works and equally well. Last year we had a fisherman catch a salmon on a toy race car from Cabelas made into a plug — go figure! It looks like Nov. 18 and 19 will

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be the perfect time to get started.

Fishing rules for salmon on the Nestucca River can be a little difficult to understand. You may not fish above First bridge in Beaver for salmon. Even though the ODFW regulation book says you can fish for salmon to Blaine, there are special regulations that were issued in June that changed the deadline for salmon to First bridge. You can view the special regs online at ODFW’s web site.

You may retain two salmon a day, but only one can be wild — the second must be fin-clipped.

With the new water levels, folks have three places they can put a drift boat in to drift the Nestucca River. The top put-in would be First bridge in Beaver. The next put-in would be Farmer Creek and the last put-in would be Three Rivers. You can float any of these put-ins to Cloverdale where the last take out is located. Salmon will be spread throughout, and fishing should be great in all the drifts.

Great news! One of the guides that has been fishing our river over the last two days has caught several, just in winter steelhead. They were all natives with some very good size, 12 to 13 pounds. They were all caught in the First bridge area. This is quite early for the native winter fish, as we normally see the Three Rivers hatchery fish first.

The Three Rivers fishery usually kicks off around Thanksgiving weekend. To see native fish this early is quite unusual as they normally start to appear midJanuary. When we do get early fish, it can be an indicator that the winter run is going to be very good sized in numbers.

When the arrival starts early and is more spread out it means numbers on the ocean are large. Looks like we may have an excellent steelhead season this year, and why not — the ocean was very good to the coho and chinook all up and down the Oregon Coast.

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Pounding the hardwood Bobcat basketball action returns on Nov. 30 when the Waldport Irish visits Nestucca

By DEE MOORE for the Sun CLOVERDALE — The sounds of dribbling and running feet echo in the halls at Nestucca Valley High School these days. In the Bobcat gym, the boys and lady Cats basketball teams are pounding the boards as they practice for the upcoming season.

With eight seniors returning this year to lead the team it promises to be an exciting season for basketball fans.

“We are pretty experienced.

We’re senior led,” said boys varsity coach, Jim Kiser. “We’ve just got to figure out how to pull it together.”

He added that he has “a lot of gym rats” this year, kids who call him on weekends and holidays, wanting to go down to the gym and practice.

Kiser brings seven years of experience to the game in addition to his time served as a Bobcat player during his high school career. He graduated from Nestucca Valley High in 1998. He claims he has greatly improved his game now, though.

“I am better now than I was in high school,” he said with a big grin.

Kiser has a great rapport with his students and practice is as much fun for them as it is work. “I try to relate,” he explains modestly. “It helps if you never grow up,” he adds with a mischievous smile.

B.J. Chatelain’s approach is a bit different. He is very avuncular.

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Nestucca Lady Cats head coach B.J. Chatelain readies his squad for the ‘11’12 season. Both the boys’ and girls’ Nestucca Bobcats will open up play on Nov. 30 when the Waldport Irish come to town. Games start at 3 p.m. The boys’ squad will be bolstered by eight returning seniors this year while the girls’ have four seniors. For up-to-date game information, call 503-392-3194, ext. 400.

Practices are full of gentle guidance or direct criticism as needed all delivered with a smile. The gym has a family feel when he is coaching.

A father of nine, Chatelain, a former dairy farmer, is going to school at Western Oregon University where he is studying to be a high school science teacher. These life experiences help add to the comfort level for the girls

who know they can miss a shot or turn over the ball and still feel part of the team. He has coached for Nestuca for two years now.

According to the coach, the Lady Cats have a lot of work ahead of them. With only five wins under their belts last season and only four seniors returning, the girls are going to be facing some tough challenges given that their league is one of the toughest in the state.

“We always have a lot of work to do,” he said, but adds optimistically, “everything is up from here.”

The Nestucca Bobcats have their first game Wednesday, Nov. 30 at home against the Waldport Irish. JV games tip off at 3 p.m., followed by the varsity contests.

Tribe awards nearly $9,000 to South County groups LINCOLN CITY — Two South Tillamook County organizations accepted a combined $8,900 during the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund’s Nov. 4 distribution of $352,107.44 to 40 organizations at Chinook Winds Casino Resort. The Nestucca Valley Backpack Food Program was awarded $5,000 for the purchase of food and the Nestucca Valley School District’s baseball program $3,900 for the purchase of uniforms.

The Siletz Tribe contributes employment, monetary donations and cooperative measures to the Siletz community, Lincoln County and the state of Oregon.

The seven-member charitable fund advisory board has distributed more than $7.1 million since its inception in 2001.

Overall, the Tribe has distributed more than $9.3 million through the charitable fund and other Tribal resources.

Chinook Winds has donated nearly $2.3 million in cash and fund-raising items since it opened in 1995. The casino also provides in-kind donations of convention space for various fund-raisers as well as technical support, advertising and manpower for many events.

The next deadline to submit applications is Dec. 14. To be eligible, groups must be located in the Siletz Tribe’s 11-county service area (Lincoln, Tillamook, Linn, Lane, Benton, Polk, Yamhill, Marion, Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties) or be a Native American entity located anywhere in the United States.

Applications and requirements can be obtained at www.ctsi.nsn.us/ charitable-contribution-fund; from Kelley Ellis at 800-922-1399, ext. 1227, or 541-444-8227; or by mail at Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund, P.O. Box 549, Siletz, OR 97380-0549. Applications can be submitted via e-mail at stccf@live. com.

Thanksgiving on the house!

BEAVER — Beaver Community Church, 24675 Highway 101 S., will host a free community Thanksgiving dinner on Saturday, Nov. 20.

The annual tradition will include turkey, ham, all the trimmings, and of course, plenty of Christian fellowship.

“We look forward to a good evening of friendship and family,” said Pastor Josh Gard.

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